If he became a consistent 25 goal man in the NHL, I would be happy with this, if his cap hit reflected his production. Right now at 2.1M he goes under the radar for criticism. But if he is making 5M which I don't see happening, he would he under the microscope. Isles can only protect 8 fwds. It will be interesting to see what Lou does, he either makes it, or is traded. I don't see the Isles not protecting him, he would be picked up by Seattle IMO.I still believe in the kid has the skills to be a 30 goal scorer per season but that belief is starting to wane.
I still believe the kid has the skills to be a 30 goal scorer per season but that belief is starting to wane.
Seeing Beau's name prominently posted for trade bait on the Athletic disturbs me. I wouldn't trade him, they'd regret it. He's streaky and a hustler.
He's one of the main reasons Isles reached the ECF and we need his speed and tenacity. Kid's a gamer.
Do Not Trade the Beau
Whiiiiiiich is fine, if you possess the kind of world class shot Wally does.. but it's a very low percentage of players that do. Not everyone is capable of, nor has absolute faith in their ability of, just ripping it wherever the opening is. Hence the hesitation and reticence to just let 'er hang, as we said back in the day.He's very predictable, always goes to the net waiting for a perfect pass. Most of the time he gets the puck in an awkward position near his feet or the goalie simply moves over and stops the puck. Isles have been looking for that one or two assist play in front of the net for years and it rarely works. Wallygator is showing everybody to stop trying to create the perfect SportsCenter play and just shoot the puck.
He’s a keeper.I also didn't like him thrown into every trade. Why would we trade him now when we saw what he's capable of. If you are going to trade him, you do it when he's playing that way. Fortunately, he seems like one of the chemistry guys on the team (and the only one that can score in a shootout) so I don't think LL will move him. I feel like my jersey is still safe....
He's very predictable, always goes to the net waiting for a perfect pass. Most of the time he gets the puck in an awkward position near his feet or the goalie simply moves over and stops the puck. Isles have been looking for that one or two assist play in front of the net for years and it rarely works. Wallygator is showing everybody to stop trying to create the perfect SportsCenter play and just shoot the puck.
Nice game in Tavares return. I’ll always be gratefulLet me remind everyone 18 has also shown a knack to produce in big games. He also likes to produce against the Rangers. We have a few of those coming up
I love the way Beau moves around the ice. He's always moving and can be an agitator. There's just something missing when it comes to his offense. He has the touch, but it's about getting into the right spots. He's already shown he can do it at this level with no problem, it's just the consistency. But I really have no doubt Beau can make it work.
we just have to accept that Beau is a streaky playerQuietly roaring back?
He could if we play in 30 OTs that season.I still believe the kid has the skills to be a 30 goal scorer per season but that belief is starting to wane.
we just have to accept that Beau is a streaky player
I am fine with the intermittent scoring droughts because he plays the game the right way even when he isnt scoring
I’d like to take them for a spin and see what they can do with first line minutes.I think there is some chemistry with Pageau that makes me want to keep him. If this is 2/3rds of the 3rd line for years to come, and they keep playing like this. The Isles are in great shape.
Let's prep them now, and see if they are ready for the Derby, I mean playoffs as the #1 line.I’d like to take them for a spin and see what they can do with first line minutes.
I agree, their minutes should definitely be bumped up based on their results, but hard to do because of the Swiss Army Knife, JPG. He's one of the top PK'ers so unless it's a clean game with few calls, his extra icetime will mean reduced icetime for the other two.. Not to mention he is first to get plugged into the other lines as events warrant. Tough to balance..I’d like to take them for a spin and see what they can do with first line minutes.
Arkansas Derby and point them towards Louisville.Let's prep them now, and see if they are ready for the Derby, I mean playoffs as the #1 line.