VictoriaJetsFan
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- Mar 24, 2013
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Came here to find out how long Buff is out for and surprised it wasn't made obvious right away. I actually had to go to another source.
The good news is its a fairly short period of time. I read he was out a month and considering we get a large break during that month its far from the worst news.
I am looking forward to having our defensive depth tested. I think Chevy and all of us can learn a lot from it. If Niku really wants to make an impact now is the time. I also think Nelson Nogier can be at least a semi-consistent NHL'er and I look forward to seeing him play significant minutes.
Also, resting Buff for month may have net positive benefits down the road.
For the longest time I was convinced the Jets needed to finish first in the Central and have the easiest possible playoff path. Not sure that is of a greater benefit than some rest for our vets.
I also have noticed when we lose a defensemen the team buckles down and overall plays better defence. Maybe this partly explains our record with Nogier. Taking some time to tighten things up in our own zone for an extended period could be highly helpful down the road.
The good news is its a fairly short period of time. I read he was out a month and considering we get a large break during that month its far from the worst news.
I am looking forward to having our defensive depth tested. I think Chevy and all of us can learn a lot from it. If Niku really wants to make an impact now is the time. I also think Nelson Nogier can be at least a semi-consistent NHL'er and I look forward to seeing him play significant minutes.
Also, resting Buff for month may have net positive benefits down the road.
For the longest time I was convinced the Jets needed to finish first in the Central and have the easiest possible playoff path. Not sure that is of a greater benefit than some rest for our vets.
I also have noticed when we lose a defensemen the team buckles down and overall plays better defence. Maybe this partly explains our record with Nogier. Taking some time to tighten things up in our own zone for an extended period could be highly helpful down the road.