Zach Parise is expecting more from himself this season. He recorded 18 goals and 38 points in 48 games during the lockout-shortened campaign, but he wants to be better. "For me, that's encouraging because I know I can be a lot better," Parise said. "I'm not going to say I was terrible, but it wasn't my best. For me, I thought it was just average." He will be much more comfortable in Minnesota this year and he's clearly motivated, so his numbers should improve. Play him with confidence this year.