Option 1:

This year the Forge are only welcoming one new player, and thats our S78 backup goaltender, Launchpad McQuack. As a member of the S75 draft class, Mcquack is technically only one year behind Marek Carda in age and career so far, despite Marek starting what will be his third full SHL season. Being part of such a well established franchise with a history of success and building from within (all S78 members are Philadelphia draft picks) means that there are a number of tenured Forge players who take on a bit more responsiblity in terms of being part of the welcome committee. While Marek would like to introduce Launchpad to some of his favorite bits of Philadelphia living, as he did with Leonard Wood last season, the bulk of the introduction is handled by some of the more senior members of the team, like Red Kirkby, Ricky Koivu, and San-sam Emerson. Additionally, being a goalie, BASE PACK is heavily involved in the hazing - er, welcoming - of McQuack. Carda is friendly, and always willing to help with day-to-day things - sometimes being of a similar age to the rookie can give common ground in navigating some personal and professional challenges - but for the most part there is an established culture in place already that has worked season after season in welcoming and retaining young talent.