Mattias Norlinder: Details Make the Man

The subtleties in the defenseman's game are a sight to behold

“What do I have to do to improve my game?” The young man asked the interviewer.

Truth be told his interview had not been going well at all. While he showed up on time and was smartly dressed (suit, no tie), his overall demeanor was aloof.

A space cadet.

Refusing eye contact, he awkwardly held a Styrofoam coffee cup to his month and spoke through it when e…