GDT #2 New York Islanders vs Arizona Coyotes | October 17th | 7:30 PM | F/1-0 W

[Kevin27NYI]

I do like that Lee is laying huge hits in his new role

Also I think those unscreened shots were more credit to their D boxing out really well.

Mans game out there tonight

 

[IslandersGER]

He never does those end of game interviews.

I am sure he did. Saw Soroking with Shannon last year, just can't remember which game it was

 

[WangMustGo]

We're getting further away from Cup contention and Lou hasn't improved the scoring. That's the problem.

Ehh adding Horvat and Engvall at the deadline should improve the scoring over 82 games, also a PP goal tonight. I do agree they still need more up front, but I think overall this team is built to win a lot of 2-1/3-2 games.

 

[JohnTonelliRises]

As long as Horvat keeps pumping shots on goal, I’ll be happy/confident in him.

He might not be a 40+ goal scorer here (because of the way NYI plays) but SOG is a strong indicator of healthy play.

Eventually, he'll start hitting twine. As long as he plays a strong game, he'll be fine/we'll be good to go.

 

[Kevin27NYI]

I like how the isles are boring to the Yotes fans when their team had three shots a period. Rangers ran a 1-3-1 too, curious if they called them boring too.

Don’t pass up shots and over pass and hit the net and win a puck battle and you’ll like your team more !

 

[doublechili]

So our defense tonight included Aho plus three guys who are 23, 23 and 22. And they gave up 14 SOG in a 1-0 win. I'll take that. Good training for them for tight games and hopefully playoffs.

 

[JKP]

Fun game. Boys had good jump. A PP goal! 2-0. Like the first two lines a lot. All is well so far.

 

[19 Straight]

And I’m sure the team feels the same way.

The biggest thing is that they were able to play subpar hockey and bank two points in October.

Banking points early on is huge to playoff hopes.

They didn't play subpar hockey. It's not like they stole two points. They did everything but finish. But that has been an issue for a long time. When you outshoot a team 33-14 and out chance them by a 3 to 1 margin, it should not be a one goal game. Arizona scores a lucky goal and wins a shootout and the effort tonight nets a point and not two. Can't win one goal games every single night.

 

[BelovedIsles]

Re: Engvall and Horvat. I've liked their games. Engvall has grit to him that TO fans discredited or simply ignored. He uses his reach and body to make plays, and brings the speed all in one motion. He's an effective player on that 2nd line.

Horvat, as I stated, has looked good. He's here to score, and I do think the goals will come. He looks more assertive and comfortable this year. When he turns it up, he's a force. If he could put together 35 goal seasons, I am completely fine with him (which I think he can). 19 will not do it for me.

I like Lee on the grind line with JGP.

Two games in all four lines look effective, they just haven't produced. Not sure that will change, but if they play with this effectiveness and fluidity they make the games more interesting.

 

[NC 1972]

Gauthier or Wahlstrom in against the Devils/Sabres

They are 2 & 0 the coach will continue with a winning lineup .

 

[Lek]

great win...and fun to watch. big test friday.
thought Holmstrom looked really good.
overall all four lines played well.
for now would keep the third line as is for a while and let them gel, thought Fasching played ok.

 

[mm11]

I'm enjoying captain Lee's game. Much better suited to grind and pop in 20 on the checking line. His board play in the o zone was and is stellar.

 

[crashthenet]

Ehh adding Horvat and Engvall at the deadline should improve the scoring over 82 games, also a PP goal tonight. I do agree they still need more up front, but I think overall this team is built to win a lot of 2-1/3-2 games.

Engvall brings a lot to the game. Hilarious how he was described as soft and yet he may be our best winger on the wall in the D zone. He helps our defenseman tremendously.

 

[crashthenet]

They are 2 & 0 the coach will continue with a winning lineup .

I wonder if we see Gauthier in lieu of Martin for this one. Doubt it but wondering.

 

[redbull]

good to read this thread - missed the game and secretly thought it was the most boring game of all time given the shots....but seems like the team had some jump. It's a new season and even though the changes haven't been drastic, I'm sure it takes time to build chemistry (especially for Horvat/Engvall) - but two wins is two wins....bank it, bring on the next one.

And love the shutout.

 

[Doshell Propivo]

I like the energy of the team tonight.

That said this is pretty much going to be the season. Struggling to get shots and score, but with Sorokin playing at a top level there will be a lot of 1 goal/close games.

They outshot them 31-13

We're getting further away from Cup contention and Lou hasn't improved the scoring. That's the problem.

JFC give it a rest.

 

[Doshell Propivo]

Love how the 1st line has played the first two games. This will be HUGE for the team if they continue. Also, put me into the category of those who like Lee's game. I think he was especially solid last night and should excel in his new role.

 

[leeroggy]

Although part of it was killing penalties taking Clutterbuck's and Cizikas' time, Martin only played 11 shifts and 7:39, while Bolduc also played 11 to Aho's 19. Certainly looks like Pelech and Romanov split Bolduc's time in the 3rd period while protecting the lead (Pelech played 24:24 TOI). Pelech-Aho was out there together in the 3rd.

I suspect Lambert will not equally roll the 4 lines for now as a way to cut back on the wear and tear of the 4th line.

 

[PK Cronin]

That was the most complete game we've seen from them in quite some time (going back to the previous season). They controlled the play for 50 minutes. The ten minutes they weren't was in the middle of the third but then they were able to regain control, which isn't something we're accustomed to seeing when the momentum swings in the opposite direction late.

Loved what the first line was doing again. Thought they had a lot of chances and were gelling pretty well. Horvat doesn't mind trying to beat guys 1 on 1 and that will prove to be useful moving forward.

The second line was great again. They compliment each other so well and Engvall creates a lot of problems with his speed.

Pageau and Lee were good last night, Fasching was okay. Lee looks like a completely different (better) player on the third line where the pace isn't as high as when he's playing with Barzal. The job is different and he made some crafty plays to maintain possession, protect the puck in rough positions, or gain center ice.

Fourth line showed well again but I don't really worry about them until we start getting into the meat of the season.

Defensively I thought everyone was fine. A few mistakes here or there but nothing crazy. Nice showing from the third pair who didn't try to do too much.

Sorokin barely had to work but made the saves necessary to win.

All around a nice effort from the team and they're definitely playing with more pace in the early going this season. We'll see if it can continue.

 

[Mr Misunderstood]

Although part of it was killing penalties taking Clutterbuck's and Cizikas' time, Martin only played 11 shifts and 7:39, while Bolduc also played 11 to Aho's 19. Certainly looks like Pelech and Romanov split Bolduc's time in the 3rd period while protecting the lead (Pelech played 24:24 TOI). Pelech-Aho was out there together in the 3rd.

I suspect Lambert will not equally roll the 4 lines for now as a way to cut back on the wear and tear of the 4th line.

Interesting, I thought the 4th line looked great last night. Probably because the were more fresh than usual.

 

[IslesNorway]

They played a solid game. Just need to get those pucks in the net.

 

[Throttle]

So our defense tonight included Aho plus three guys who are 23, 23 and 22. And they gave up 14 SOG in a 1-0 win. I'll take that. Good training for them for tight games and hopefully playoffs.

I thought you couldn’t have Aho and Dobson on the same ice in the same game on the same team…

 

[MJF]

I thought you couldn’t have Aho and Dobson on the same ice in the same game on the same team…

Just not on the same pairing.

 

[WangMustGo]

Engvall brings a lot to the game. Hilarious how he was described as soft and yet he may be our best winger on the wall in the D zone. He helps our defenseman tremendously.

I love the way he backchecks and is great at breaking up passes. His speed and puck carrying ability is second only to Barzal on the team. The speed he brings helps a ton too.

 

[LeapOnOver]

Holmstrom really needs to get stronger.