Post-Game Talk: 2021 NHL Playoffs - Round 1: Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers

[The Gongshow]

That's gonna be the whole thing. Someone shared some absurd stat that Kucherov and Stamkos haven't been on the ice together since February of last year. I have full confidence that this team has everything it takes to repeat but it's going to come down to how well prepared the coaching staff has the stars on team (especially Kucherov) ready to play together. It's bound to get sloppy the first time in such a long time at game speed. Whatever time Cooper has given guys off I hope they've used it well.

While we aren't 100%, I think people have forgotten how good this team is at full strength. Our forward and d depth isn't matched by many in the league. Our core (while not the youngest) is one of the best in the world. It's time to go to work.

Regular season don't mean shit. Playoffs baby!!

 

[The Gongshow]

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I like Ross on the 3rd line. He brings a lot of energy and isn't afraid to go to the dirty areas and get chippy. He's a shooter as well, which is nice.

Johnson on the 4th line where he freakin' belongs!

 

[Sky04]

That's a very good lineup, Goodrow is great but he's not a player that's going to make or break a series and Colton stays in too. No excuses.

 

[Stammertime91]

I'm stoked. Bring on Sunday!

 

[LordZapp]

Lineup looks good. Would like to keep it that way and be injury free.

 

[twenty5psi]

I mean it's hard not to get excited about having a healthy a roster as we've had all year. Just hope Hedman is healthy enough to turn it up a notch.

 

[HoseEmDown]

That's a very good lineup, Goodrow is great but he's not a player that's going to make or break a series and Colton stays in too. No excuses.

Rather have Goodrow then Cirelli.

 

[TheDaysOf 04]

Still no word on Goodrow?

The only player who didn’t practice today

 

[Stammertime91]

The only player who didn’t practice today

Thanks. That sucks. Wish he was ready, wanna see him bring it another playoffs for us.

 

[Felonious Python]

Sweep confirmed.

 

[2020 Cup Champions]

Do we suck now or not? I haven't caught a game in awhile.

 

[Machinehead]

I'm on the Ross Colton bandwagon.

 

[Flat Ronnie]

Do we suck now or not? I haven't caught a game in awhile.

Not sure. I haven't seen a game in a couple weeks and reading this board the past couple days makes it sound like we're the shits.

 

[VinikToWinIt]

Damn. Last time the Cats were in the playoffs I got tickets for 1/3 of what they're going for now.

 

[VinikToWinIt]

Hey, does anyone know if Kucherov is playing game 1? Couldn't seem to find an answer on the main boards.

 

[Five Alarm Fire]

Hey, does anyone know if Kucherov is playing game 1? Couldn't seem to find an answer on the main boards.

Cooper has all but confirmed it. Based on the line rushes in practice I'm going to say yes.

 

[Heddyzeppelin]

Getting out of our division will be exceptionally difficult. I think we have a decent chance if we keep those crappy turnovers to a minimum. Stay patient and take advantage of opportunities.

 

[Stammertime91]

Brisebois should win GM of the Year for his cap circumvention. He was able to keep the band together by getting Kucherov the surgery he needed. Incredible asset management. True people person.

 

[OurlordAndSaviorKuch]

Have there been any injury updates?

 

[Antiramie]

Those lines are solid. The 2nd line might make or break us though. Don't really have high hopes for the 4th, but who knows.

 

[U55]

The panthers have yet to face the actual tampa bay lightning. They creamed their pants beating up on the extras, now they're in for a rude awakening!

 

[StaySalty]

I could see this going either way. Islanders owned us in the regular season in 2016. 2016 second round against the islanders TBL win 4-1 or something similar to CBJ 2019. Not a sweep but a Bolts loss 4-1 or 4-2. Hopefully we beat them in 4-5 just not expecting that. They have a lot of offense. Hopefully our D can return to 2020 playoff level.

 

[Peacefool]

It will be interesting to see COlton on 3rd line. The only concern is that he hasnt any PO experience on NHL level. And I remember Joseph in 2019 against CBJ. He was really good in regular season,but was lost in PO.

 

[JFleegs]

It will be interesting to see COlton on 3rd line. The only concern is that he hasnt any PO experience on NHL level. And I remember Joseph in 2019 against CBJ. He was really good in regular season,but was lost in PO.

Joseph and Colton were two different players, Joseph was too small and weak on the boards in 2019. Where as Colton excels along the boards and has better finish.

 

[TheDaysOf 04]