Devils 2017-18 team discussion (player news and notes) VIII - Postseason Edition

[Jets012]

Lovejoy in his current role with Butcher is the least of our problems. He's been fine and Butcher holds more of the responsibilites on that pairing and Lovejoy just does what he has to do. One of Mueller/Moore have to come out for Severson. I'd prefer Moore to come out, but it's probably gonna be Mueller.

 

[Devils090]

Mueller directly cost us 2 goals in Game 1, he should sit

 

[MadDevil]

Oh god, if I have to watch Moore/Severson in a playoff game...I need to hit the liquor store early tomorrow.

 

[Emperoreddy]

Lovejoy's inability to make a breakout pass was a gigantic game 1 problem .

It was clear as day too. His shortcomings lead to lots of extended pressure against while also stunting the offense.

 

[BenedictGomez]

Oh god, if I have to watch Moore/Severson in a playoff game...I need to hit the liquor store early tomorrow.

Yeah, I fear a Moore/Severson pairing = Tampa blowout.

Thankfully, I'm pretty sure the Devils' brass realizes this as well, so I dont think we'll see Moore/Severson, but just the thought of it scares me.

 

[Emperoreddy]

Wasn't that a pairing the last time we beat Tampa?

Won plenty of tough games with both in so it isn't a big a deal as it seems.

 

[BenedictGomez]

Wasn't that a pairing the last time we beat Tampa?

Yes, Severson played in all 3 against Tampa.

Greene & Severson were the only 2 Devils D that ended up with a negative +/- on the year against the Lightning, though I dont think you can put too much stock in that.

 

[MadDevil]

I pretty much throw regular season results out the window in the playoffs. It's completely different when a team can focus solely on one team and exploiting their weaknesses over the course of a series rather than playing a team once every couple months.

Tampa is just a tough matchup because our defense isn't equipped to shut down more than one scoring line. We shut the Stamkos line down and got murdered by their second line (which is probably good enough to be the top line on most teams). And their second line was going up against our top line, which is rather concerning. Although I think part of that was Hall being a little too excited and trying to one man show it a little too much. Hopefully it was just playoff jitters and that line can at least break even going forward. Because if they lose to the Point line every game this is going to be a short series.

 

[Based Anime Fan]

Was this ever brought up?

Devils' Hall rounds a corner in MVP-caliber season

 

[Comparison Ford]

I like the guy, he's scored so many goals for us, but I can absolutely not wait until we don't play John moore anymore.

That dude is straight up trash on wheels.

 

[Lou is God]

Lovejoy
Greene
Moore

^^^ all need to be exiled from Newark. The fact we decided to stunt Santini's growth in the NHL for these three assclowns is mind blowing, did Hynes have these three confused with Stevens, Neidermayer and Dano??

Sad part is most likely two of them will return

 

[Darkauron]

Moore is bad, Green is washed up, Severson is dumb, and Lovejoy is useless. ect ect ect.

 

[RSeen]

We cannot retain Moore under any circumstances. This defense is awful and upgrading his position and the 3rd pair RD spot are the only realistic options. He is awful at moving the puck.

 

[RSeen]

Of course Grabner is not coming back, but Maroon should be an easy no IMO. He is going to be 30 soon and is way too slow. He is playing over his head.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

Of course Grabner is not coming back, but Maroon should be an easy no IMO. He is going to be 30 soon and is way too slow. He is playing over his head.

I totally disagree

if they can get him for a decent deal, I would take him back. He is a monster behind teh net

not every player needs to be blazing fast if used properly

 

[Darkauron]

I totally disagree

if they can get him for a decent deal, I would take him back. He is a monster behind teh net

Yeah Maroon is really needed. He is a big body, hard to knock off the puck, a very likeable person, and perfect for our PP.

 

[RSeen]

What is a decent deal though? I think it will take a minimum of $4 million at a 4 year term. Do you really want a guy who plays his style and is 30 for that long and at that price?

 

[Jets012]

Let Moore walk. Say goodbye to Lovejoy. Try to acquire a top 4 LHD. Try to grab another RHD that can play. Let Butcher get top 4 minutes. And then you'll see some progress.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

What is a decent deal though? I think it will take a minimum of $4 million at a 4 year term. Do you really want a guy who plays his style and is 30 for that long and at that price?

I would not give 4 years. Wouldn't go more than 3 and even then I would be hesitant.

Like I said, I am not 100% bringing him back at all costs.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

Let Moore walk. Say goodbye to Lovejoy. Try to acquire a top 4 LHD. Try to grab another RHD that can play. Let Butcher get top 4 minutes. And then you'll see some progress.

sign Carlson, trade for a LHD

TRADE-Carlson
Butcher-Vatanen
Greene-Severson

 

[Alex NJD]

sign Carlson, trade for a LHD

TRADE-Carlson
Butcher-Vatanen
Greene-Severson

To be honest I think Mueller gives a better chance to win than Greene does at this point

 

[Jets012]

sign Carlson, trade for a LHD

TRADE-Carlson
Butcher-Vatanen
Greene-Severson

That would be an ideal scenario. Have Mueller be the 7th D

 

[Zippy316]

It seems like we play well, but once Lightning get going, they pour it on and there so opportunistic. Can't win many games when that happens.

I will be interested to see how the Devils do when they get to dictate the match-ups. For the Devils, I think that's going to be very important when you're clearly the inferior team.

For one, Coleman - Zajac - Noesen seem to thrive when they play skilled players and they grind it out. They're getting outworked by the Lightning's fourth line which is killing the Devils.

 

[R8Devs]

Play like the third period for a decent part of the game and having home ice last change should be a decent chance for a win. Having 12 forwards and 6 dman should be the way to go. Lovejoy only played 10 min so he might be coming out

 

[Devils Dominion]

Still trying to figure out how Boyle is helpful this series