As the trade deadline slowly approaches, a lot of new faces will pop up around the NHLs 31 teams.
As each leave a sentimental goodbye, there are often slews of fans, players, media personal etc. who talk about how good a player was in the locker room.
Why are “good locker room guys” so valuable?
A recent example can be seen from former Toronto Maple Leafs enforcer Matt Martin. While he barley recorded any points as a fourth liner, he developed a budding friendship with Mitch Marner as a role model and leader.