GDT: The Drive for Five: Islanders @ Devils, 7 PM, MSG+

[JimEIV]

You know, 4 months ago, I just didn't think he would be as impactful as Madden. I thought he'd be a good, speedy, defensive guy that's a good agitator and good 4th liner, but not a true two-way spark plug the way Madden was.

It's still early, but man, that SHG tonight, that was an elite shot, and his handle is superb. My doubts are melting away.

I honestly believe that there is more offensively in him. He shows flashes of high level skill like the play behind the net to Noesen. And I think his shot is being underutilized. Basically I think he has room to grow into a better player.

 

[Nubmer6]

I wouldn't be surprised to see Bratt back in tomorrow, even before the possible Palmieri injury. Fresh set of legs for the back to back.

 

[SteveCangialosi123]

You seriously believe that Hynes will Healthy Scratch him the ENTIRE Playoffs and not give him even a sniff?

If Johansson is back, no question. Even if he isn’t, probably.

 

[AveryQuietMan]

Miami Gardens would just be as bad. There is nothing around there and still a pain to get there. It's fine for a once a week NFL game, but not for a for a multi-times a week sport.

American Airlines Arena has a Brooklyn problem as they arena wasn't built to accommodate a full ice rink. The sight lines would be bad and you would have a ton of obstructed view seats.

That isn't to say the team can't be profitable. Frankly they might already be or close to as BB&T is a top concert venue in the area and the Panthers lease gives them almost all of that money. Give them stable management and some years of success under the belt they have the capability of building something.

Why do we have to move any teams (though I think Arizona will end up moving to Houston timed to Seattle entering the league)?

because we have a bottom set of teams with horrible attendance. are we really waiting for carolina and arizona to win more? whats their excuse? they dont win? the devils never were that low. they dont have the population to support a team and hockey is not a sport that you can play all year round in those areas. nhl needs to be logical.

sorry but its time to cut some of the fat and relocate. quebec will sustain a team. houston prolly will too. nhl is acting like a jilted bf who was dumped. she aint coming back move on.

 

[devilsfan35]

Any news on who will start tomorrow?

 

[Ben Matlock]

how many shorties?

Coleman, Gibbons, Bratt, Palmieri, Vatanen, Greene and Butcher are all below 6'.

 

[AveryQuietMan]

I wouldn't be surprised to see Bratt back in tomorrow, even before the possible Palmieri injury. Fresh set of legs for the back to back.

sit boyle. maroon is all the size we need

 

[AveryQuietMan]

Coleman, Gibbons, Bratt, Palmieri, Vatanen, Greene and Butcher are all below 6'.

wasnt a dig, was just curious and too lazy to find out for myself.

 

[glenwo2]

Win tomorrow and the Panthers have to run the table. Easter dessert with the fam is cancelled.

Exactly. Another 2 points tomorrow and the cockaroaches of Florida are finally exterminated.

 

[glenwo2]

Remember when the road trip was going to end our season?

Pepperidge Farm remembers.

 

[Nubmer6]

sit boyle. maroon is all the size we need

Ya, I feel like Boyle's dragging down Wood and Gibbons. Their line hardly plays at even strength.

 

[glenwo2]

DELICIOUS!

 

[glenwo2]

Him and Kessel must have a few good laughs in between whistles over the dopey Canadian media.

Except Kessel was busy getting mocked by Blake "Mark Madden 2.0" Coleman.

 

[MartyOwns]

good old mark madden

 

[glenwo2]

LMAO @ the Mascot leaving the Devils fan hanging....

 

[NJDevs26]

If Johansson is back, no question. Even if he isn’t, probably.

Yeah I don't see where you're putting Bratt in once MarJo comes back

Hall-Hischier-Palmieri
MarJo-Zacha-Grabner
Coleman-Zajac-Maroon
Wood-Boyle-Gibbons

Other than Boyle who we know's not coming out cause of his playoff experience/toughness, and becuase he's the 4C that wins faceoffs, who are you sitting for Bratt? Noesen's picked it up again and he's probably even gonna have to sit, Gibbons has been great. I'm not thrilled with Grabner but they're probably not scratching him either, especially since he's useful on the PK.

You could sit Wood maybe but then you'd just sit him for Noesen, not Bratt and put Gibbons at LW.

 

[glenwo2]

What is SAFTB?

Each time I see that I think of Enzo and Cass...and that stupid SAWFT thing...

 

[glenwo2]

I don't know if we can still give you credit. When did he start seeing his special lady friend?

bah.

If anything, his lady friend caused his play to dip a little lately....

I don't blame him since she is quite.....the distraction.

 

[MullerBrotenVerbeek]

Taylor "MVP" Hall has put this damn team on his back. If he doesn't win the Hart it's a travesty. Coleman's intensity is inspiring. Man I love this team. Let's TCB the rest of the way and hit the dance with some momentum. LGD!

 

[My3Sons]

Umm... err... uhh... que?

I’m thinking it’s the Harambe thing in a different context.

 

[NjDevsRR]

HUGE WIN

Where do I donate my eyeball to Palmieri?

 

[glenwo2]

If Johansson is back, no question. Even if he isn’t, probably.

That doesn't mean you don't play Bratt at all in the postseason.

Doesn't he deserve an opportunity to get some valuable playoff experience like Nico will?

The team could end up being one and done(or they could shock the world...we don't know) so getting him in there for a game or two would be important for his development.

At least that's my feeling on it.

I would feel so bad for Jesper if he's forced to just WATCH while another rookie who is about the same age as him(albeit with far more talent) gets to play.

 

[My3Sons]

good old mark madden

Didn’t he coach the Oakland Raiders?

 

[RSeen]

Yeah I don't see where you're putting Bratt in once MarJo comes back

Hall-Hischier-Palmieri
MarJo-Zacha-Grabner
Coleman-Zajac-Maroon
Wood-Boyle-Gibbons

Other than Boyle who we know's not coming out cause of his playoff experience/toughness, and becuase he's the 4C that wins faceoffs, who are you sitting for Bratt? Noesen's picked it up again and he's probably even gonna have to sit, Gibbons has been great. I'm not thrilled with Grabner but they're probably not scratching him either, especially since he's useful on the PK.

You could sit Wood maybe but then you'd just sit him for Noesen, not Bratt and put Gibbons at LW.

Leave Maroon on RW with Zacha IMO and do not touch Coleman-Zajac-Noeson.

 

[glenwo2]

Umm... err... uhh... que?

The most NSFW comment(not yours) I've ever read here.