16-17 Art Ross race

[b in vancouver]

Bergeron seems to be heating up which helps Marchand

After Bergeron's slow start, since Jan. 1, he's put up 21 pts. in his last 17 while Pastrnak has put up 20
They've been doing all the heavy lifting for Boston - so we'll see if that changes with Cassidy.
Marchand's also on the 1st p.p. unit now, which he never has been.

Not saying he'll win - but is one of the most unlikely players you'd think would be in the hunt. Well him and Scheiffle.

 

[Sam Spade]

Yes, Malkin just as likely to win Art Ross as Crosby which is why he is not a sleeper pick Malkin is very logical conventional pick

Agree with this, he's not much of a "sleeper" pick. I picked him from day one of the season and I'm sticking with it.

Would be cool if Backstrom were to win it though.

 

[authentic]

After Bergeron's slow start, since Jan. 1, he's put up 21 pts. in his last 17 while Pastrnak has put up 20
They've been doing all the heavy lifting for Boston - so we'll see if that changes with Cassidy.
Marchand's also on the 1st p.p. unit now, which he never has been.

Not saying he'll win - but is one of the most unlikely players you'd think would be in the hunt. Well him and Scheiffle.

Watching Marchand over the past year or so it's clear to see he's improved quite a bit. I think he's a legit elite player now.

 

[Sidney the Kidney]

Crosby got held pointless against the crappy Avalanche. If you can't score on the Avs, you probably don't deserve to win the Art Ross.

 

[Fondue]

Very interesting race developing.

So McDavid got caught. They're only 3 points ahead of the pack. Lots of time still left.

I think at this point, McDavid/Crosby have the highest chance of taking it, but I would love to see a third guy run in and steal it.

Burns or Backstrom would be perfect. Malkin taking it would be pretty awesome, too.

 

[CokenoPepsi]

Very interesting race.

Wouldn't count out Malkin or Kane either.

 

[Shrimper]

Another injury for the Pens. Sheary, Rust and Hagelin all injured wingers..

 

[crawz87]

Another injury for the Pens. Sheary, Rust and Hagelin all injured wingers..

This hurts Crosby, losing both of his regular wingers. Especially Sheary because they had some strong chemistry going. Oh well, Sid has to just fight through.

 

[TheGoldenJet]

Crosby still in the drivers seat. Malkin needs to return tonight and get in the scoresheet. Otherwise, he'll be too far back.

 

[NoMessi]

Do we know for sure that Malkin is going to play tonight? 6 points behind, although with the same amount of games played as Crosby, Is a lot at this point. He really need to show hes back close to 100% or hes out of the race.

 

[Bryanbryoil]

Race tied, 60 each for Crosby & McDavid.

Thought Crosby would have jumped ahead with the Oilers bye week. Oilers back in action Saturday like the Pens. Should be a fun finish to the regular season.

Even though Connor was held scoreless against Montreal IMO it was his best game in awhile. Hopefully he builds off of that game and puts up some multi point games.

 

[DearDiary]

Malkin missing another game, I hope both Crosby and McDavid stay cold. It seems he still needs more awards to be in the HOF...

 

[Alexander the Gr8]

How about Nick Backstrom? One more point tonight and he's tied for the lead. Would be a great storyline if he won it...

 

[Novak Djokovic]

Pittsburgh missing Sheary, Rust (both Crosby's linemates), Malkin and Hagelin is definitely going to slow Crosby's production.

Good on Backstrom. Playing phenomenal lately.

 

[Demandedace]

Nicky B tied for the lead now, man I love his game

 

[Alexander the Gr8]

Nicky B tied for the lead now, man I love his game

He's one point behind, McDavid struck early tonight.

 

[Demandedace]

He's one point behind, McDavid struck early tonight.

Yeahh, it was sweet while it lasted haha

 

[chunkylover53]

Crosby didn't get pts vs Avs/Yotes is a bad miss opportunity, although his linesmates are gone. Backstrom now also has a serious shot.

 

[Carlzner]

Pittsburgh missing Sheary, Rust (both Crosby's linemates), Malkin and Hagelin is definitely going to slow Crosby's production.

Good on Backstrom. Playing phenomenal lately.

How long has it been since Sheary and Rust were both used as living proof of how Crosby can carry a line? 1 week?

 

[authentic]

How long has it been since Sheary and Rust were both used as living proof of how Crosby can carry a line? 1 week?

Funny thing is Sheary is actually a pretty good player who has good chemistry with Crosby.

 

[Ragamuffin Gunner]

Sid has been a ****ing disgrace for three straight games.

 

[User9992]

Backstrom with 60 in 56

 

[CokenoPepsi]

Kane with another 2 points tonight

 

[troyerlaw]

Crosby didn't get pts vs Avs/Yotes is a bad miss opportunity, although his linesmates are gone. Backstrom now also has a serious shot.

one advantage Backstrom has right now is that his team is scoring just an absolute avalanche of goals. tonight was the Caps' eleventh straight home game scoring 5 goals or more. Ties the NHL record held by 1970-71 Bruins. The high-octane offense teamwide has helped Backstrom continue to pile up the 3-pt games lately.

plus, the Pens have been hit hard by the injury bug. Which probably affects 87's productivity.

still, as much as i'd love to see a dark horse like Backstrom or even Burns (!) win the Art Ross, i have a hard time it won't end up being either 87 or 97.

 

[CokenoPepsi]

kane just 3 points away