Post-Game Talk: GAME 58 - No puck luck in OT but 3 points in Alberta isn't bad - Flames 3 BRUINS 2 F/OT

[SwayHeyKid]

Since I've been on the subject of GF% in another post, worth mentioning too that Lindholm has the best 5v5 on-ice GF% of any defender on the team - 65% (44-24) - which ranks him 7th in the whole league amongst defenders who have spent at least 300 mins TOI. I don't want to sugar coat him with one stat; Hampus has definitely had some shaky games and there are times when his passing and decision-making has been less than ideal. I think that's indisputable. But he's soaking up some big mins, been a real go-to guy for Monty all season, and the key metric, however much luck or other factors are involved, is well in his favor.

Could he be better? Sure, and we've seen he can be. But if this is 'sucking' I'll take it. Playoffs of course will be the real test. First postseason with the Bs he got rocked early, 2nd he was underwhelming but did have the excuse of a foot injury. Just maybe 3rd time will be the charm.

I think people
Expect last years Lindholm and he’s not that. That season will be his outlier

 

[DarrenBanks56]

12 loser points this season already. Not the greatest.

its basically a tie. 3 on 3 is not hockey. i dont look much into it. strategies go out the window.

 

[Donnie Shulzhoffer]

12 loser points this season already. Not the greatest.

Quality of 3 on 3 play should be on the bottom of people’s list of concerns.

 

[SwayHeyKid]

Quality of 3 on 3 play should be on the bottom of people’s list of concerns.

It’s more not winning in regulation. 26 regulation wins at this point doesn’t strike me as a championship team but who knows Vegas only had 38 last season

 

[bob77]

It’s more not winning in regulation. 26 regulation wins at this point doesn’t strike me as a championship team but who knows Vegas only had 38 last season

Yes. But in the playoffs you get the chance to NOT have a 5on5 loss. Btw, the Bs have the fewest regulation losses at 12 in the league. So it stands to reason teams are having a hard time beating them in regulation, aka 5 on 5.

 

[bob77]

Pasta is a defensive abomination in 3-3.

Should only see the ice in 3-3 if we have two D out with him.

Although you rarely see 3 on 3 during regulation anymore, but you wonder how many coaches would put two D out in a tie game during it.

 

[Bradely]

Hey maybe just an off night. If the metrics tell you he was good tonight though? Then those are some shite metrics.

JVR was not that different than Huberdeau...... but costs way less!

 

[Terrier]

 

[Alan Ryan]

its basically a tie. 3 on 3 is not hockey. i dont look much into it. strategies go out the window.

Couldn't agree more!! Do away with the stupid gimmicks--no more 3 on 3 and shootouts.

 

[BTO]

I think people
Expect last years Lindholm and he’s not that. That season will be his outlier

Or this one will be. Maybe the rest to heal the knee or whatever it is will do him good and we’ll get last year’s regular season HL in *this* year’s playoffs. Here’s hoping!

 

[BruinDust]

Have to be thrilled with how Lohrei is developing

His offensive confidence with the puck on his stick is already the arguably the best on the team amongst the D-Corps. It's impressive to watch.

 

[JerseyBruin]

Your general point makes sense but when it's 3-3 I'd rather my defensive guys out there. Break opposition plays down and generate a 2 on 1 the other way - and then it doesn't take Pastrnak to score.

But I understand your point, at any time Pasta could just steal the puck and end it.

Or he could just give it away and end it .

JVR has 25 ES points while playing less than 14 min a night. Advanced metrics all look solid to good too. Just not seeing this awful 5 on 5 player you are. He’s not a world beater 5 on 5 but he’s perfectly acceptable

I agree in general but last night that line was atrocious getting hemmed in their own Dzone for virtually the entire shift .

 

[BruinDust]

Couldn't agree more!! Do away with the stupid gimmicks--no more 3 on 3 and shootouts.

Yeah, I'm not dropping hundreds of dollars in tickets just to go and watch a 1-1 tie like it's European football.

NHL is a gate-driven league and most fans in the stands enjoy the 3 on 3 and even the shootout. As long as it never is applied to the playoffs I don't see a problem with it. Give the fans buying the tickets a concrete result.

 

[JerseyBruin]

Quality of 3 on 3 play should be on the bottom of people’s list of concerns.

Sure until losing the extra 8-12 pts results in losing home ice advantage .

 

[Bruinfanatic]

I wouldn't be surprised if Toronto makes a run for the Bruins/Panthers.

If I wanted to read about the Leafs ,I would go on the out of town thread,or perhaps the Leafs board.

 

[Number8]

12 loser points this season already. Not the greatest.

Yeah, but if I told you after news of Bergie and Krejci retiring last summer that 58 games in I’d give you 80 points, leading the East, and 20 points north of the #9 DNQ team……?

You’d have snapped my fingers off while screaming “no take backs”.

And that’s true of anyone here.

 

[JoeIsAStud]

Couldn't agree more!! Do away with the stupid gimmicks--no more 3 on 3 and shootouts.

At least 3-3 hockey is often entertaining.

The shootout is sadly dreadfully boring, and takes way to long

 

[Concessionaire]

I remember when the Bruins drafted Lohrie and it was so out of left field that the broadcasters didn't have any information on him.

He's obviously still learning the NHL game but he sure looks promising. Quality of a later first round pick, drafted near the end of the second round. Good job, scouts.

 

[SwayHeyKid]

Yeah, but if I told you after news of Bergie and Krejci retiring last summer that 58 games in I’d give you 80 points, leading the East, and 20 points north of the #9 DNQ team……?

You’d have snapped my fingers off while screaming “no take backs”.

And that’s true of anyone here.

Yeah I hear you, I am very happy with where the team is. I didn't mean to discount what they were doing overall.

 

[BruinDust]

I remember when the Bruins drafted Lohrie and it was so out of left field that the broadcasters didn't have any information on him.

He's obviously still learning the NHL game but he sure looks promising. Quality of a later first round pick, drafted near the end of the second round. Good job, scouts.

I'd argue he's already among the best D-men from his draft class.

Sanderson and Faber are the top 2 thus far. But Lohrei is already right there with the likes of Guhle, Schneider, Barron and Drysdale.

 

[The Hockey Tonk Man]

Couldn't agree more!! Do away with the stupid gimmicks--no more 3 on 3 and shootouts.

I think they need to adjust the ot rules a little.
Can't take the puck past center ice or your blueline.

Feels like mostly a 5 minute keep away with a few rushes here and there.

I usually check out for OT/Shootouts cuz they're so boring.

 

[Blowfish]

I love everything about the Coyle goal. Beauty! Does Richard get an opportunity top 2 lines?

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[analyser]

Sure until losing the extra 8-12 pts results in losing home ice advantage .

Well Bruins have the same chance to win as does the other team, if you do not execute then blame it on yourselves. 3 on 3 is currently part of the game for all teams so try to figure it out and be more consistent.

 

[BMC]

Looks like Charlie had a great game last night!

@Ladyfan I fell asleep in the recliner & didn't wake up until 10:30. That is unusual for me even though I don't sleep that well.

@Alan Ryan 1) Congratulations on the grandbaby! 2) I could not agree with you more about the 3x3 & shootout.

 

[BMC]

That second goal by Charlie was sick. I'm glad he's getting back on track.