It was safe to say that Normand Marineau was pretty nervous on draft time. I think it's even safer to conclude that being the only player drafted for the Colorado Raptors this season, he was ten times as nervous to meet the team. Rookies tend to gravitate towards each other when it comes to training camp as they are in the same situation, but for Marineau that was not the case. Showing up to the Colorado complex the day after the draft, Marineau presented himself to all of the management and his teammates with the firmest handshakes he could pull off. He was presently surprised to see that everyone was very nice and helpful with him and answered all his questions and concerns on day one. Everyone was excited to see Marineau and wanted him to suit up and get on the ice with them on day one to get a first glance of the French talent. Marineau got a chance to take a picture with the famous Colorado Raptor mascot and sign his newly lamented contract, which he is excited to spend. Overall, Marineau was very happy with his first day with his new teammates, who all responded in a very courteous and respectful way to the young man.

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