Sea Dogs training camp begins today

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Today's the day.

Saint John Sea Dogs training camp truly kicks off this afternoon at TD Station with a couple of on-ice sessions. The team will hold an intra-squad game tonight at 7:30 p.m.

#SJSeaDogs Training Camp almost is here! Below is the schedule for week one.

On-ice activities take place at TD Station and are open to the public. pic.twitter.com/if6TIuM35t

— Saint John Sea Dogs (@SJSeaDogs) August 16, 2023

49 players are scheduled to attend with free agent invite Alexis Brisson opting not to attend. The group includes a mix of returning players, prospects and free agent invites.

Among the notable new faces are 16-year-old American forward Egan Beveridge, the team's top pick in this year's QMJHL Entry Draft, and 20-year-old defenseman Mathis Gauthier, who captained the Rimouski Oceanic last season.

There are a number of questions facing the team heading into training camp, which should make for a competitive few weeks. Here are some of the major questions facing the club.

The Sea Dogs have a few days of on-ice sessions before their first pre-season game on Tuesday night at TD Station when they host the Charlottetown Islanders.