Meet the Penguins’ Newest Enforcer: Connor Clifton’s Plan for a ‘Fresh Start’
00:00 – Meet the Penguins’ Newest Enforcer: Connor Clifton’s Plan for a ‘Fresh Start’
04:08 – Clifton’s Vow to Be His Old Self: Penguins’ New Hope?
1. Meet the Penguins’ Newest Enforcer: Connor Clifton’s Plan for a ‘Fresh Start’
Get to know new Pittsburgh Penguins defenseman Connor Clifton! Following a trade from the Buffalo Sabres, Clifton is looking for a fresh start and aims to get back to his old self – the physical, hard-hitting blueliner that made him a force in the NHL.
We dive into Clifton’s journey, from his memorable NHL debut where he fought his now-boss, Penguins AGM Jason Spezza, to his impressive stats leading both the Boston Bruins and Buffalo Sabres in hits over recent seasons.
Clifton opens up about his struggles and “mental battles” during his time in Buffalo and expresses his excitement for a change of scenery in Pittsburgh. He’s ready to embrace his cantankerous style of play once again.
Learn about the Penguins’ expectations for Clifton, how head coach Dan Muse wants him to play his aggressive game from the start, and how he fits into a crowded defense corps alongside Kris Letang and Erik Karlsson.
2. Clifton’s Vow to Be His Old Self: Penguins’ New Hope?
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