“I took big steps last summer,” Husso said. “Last year was a big year for me. I played well. We won our regular season and we lost the final. I learned a lot of things and I feel like now that I’m ready to come over here. I’m ready to play in North America.”

Like all European players, Husso is making the adjustment to the smaller ice surface in North America. He played on it during international competition, but it takes time, especially for goalies.

“There’s going to be a lot of traffic in front of the net,” Husso said. “A lot of shots come from the corners. That’s the biggest thing.”

That’s why this week’s camp is beneficial for Husso, who is working under the tutelage of Conklin and Fred Brathwaite, another former Blue.

“A lot of good guys here,” Husso said. “We want to practice a lot of things and talk about the games here and what I have to do better.”

Asked if there was anything specific Husso has quizzed him on at the camp, Conklin paused.

“No, not really, no real burning questions,” Conklin said. “I don’t know, he might be smarter than me. He probably doesn’t have to ask me those questions. He’s figured me out already.”