No. 9 overall draft pick Nate Danielson's high hockey IQ is one reason the Detroit Red Wings are so excited to see what he can do.

It's likely Danielson will start the season in the AHL with the Griffins, but the Wings want to see how much Danielson has progressed this camp.

Nate Danielson made quite an impression on Patrick Kane after only a handful of informal skates and the first day of training camp last week. “Danielson’s really impressive,” Kane said. “Skated with him a little bit when I first came into Detroit (this summer).

Nate Danielson's performance in training camp has shown why teammates and coaches feel he's going to be a good NHL player. But getting an actual roster spot is a little more complicated.