What happened: Manny Malhotra said the first day of camp centered on correcting small details within the structure and making that standard clear immediately. Zeev Buium, Luke Schenn and Filip Chytil also spoke after the opening session.

Why it matters: A structure-first emphasis points to systems work as an early priority before preseason play begins. It also tracks with the Canucks' back-to-basics camp opening earlier this week.

What to watch: Watch the next round of camp sessions for signs that the details-first message is carrying into on-ice execution. Buium, Schenn and Chytil are among the clearest barometers as camp moves forward.