Player Discussion Charlie Coyle

[ODAAT]

All I'm looking for him to do right now is stabilize that third line, it's been awful all season.

right there with you friend, to have expectations of anything much greater, especially playing alongside #42 might not be wise on my part

 

[BMC]

right there with you friend, to have expectations of anything much greater, especially playing alongside #42 might not be wise on my part

Backes might surprise us today playing against his former team...

 

[ODAAT]

Backes might surprise us today playing against his former team...

true, seems to raise his level of play vs Blues, wish he did that vs other teams

 

[BruinsFanMike82]

 

[Dr Hook]

true, seems to raise his level of play vs Blues, wish he did that vs other teams

I don't think he has it in him anymore, else he would. He has always been a consistent, hard-working player who brought it every game. He still does, he just has a less to bring nowadays, and can do it less often. He still works his ass off out there. That has never been in question. I hope he is good today- I can't think of Bruin recently that I more regret signing but who I want so badly to turn it around and succeed. Honestly, did any of us every feel that great about Beleskey, Hayes, Rinaldo? It's different with Backes for some reason.

 

[BostonBruins11]

Maybe with a playmaker like Coyle Backes can concenteate/work on his shot. Backes always had a nice shot that he doesnt use enough imo

 

[BourqueFromORRk4277]

He seems to have much better offensive skill than his numbers indicate. Maybe they can get him with the sports psychologist Marchand used to help him become a ppg player. Although it's doubtful it will help much on the third line this year, but next year, if Bjork, and Senyshyn get called up, that could be a productive third line.

 

[BruinsNetwork]

Not saying that Coyle will rejuvenate Backes and turn back the clock, but we’re only one-year removed from seeing him play well on an established third-line. Last year it was Nash at 3C, now it’s gonna be Coyle, who’s a far superior player.

 

[GordonHowe]

I don't think he has it in him anymore, else he would. He has always been a consistent, hard-working player who brought it every game. He still does, he just has a less to bring nowadays, and can do it less often. He still works his ass off out there. That has never been in question. I hope he is good today- I can't think of Bruin recently that I more regret signing but who I want so badly to turn it around and succeed. Honestly, did any of us every feel that great about Beleskey, Hayes, Rinaldo? It's different with Backes for some reason.

Because Backes is a consummate professional who "plays the game the right way" and has always given everything. Totally agree with you on all points.

 

[BMC]

The New Kid had a good debut IMO and I look forward to that line getting better after they've played together for awhile

 

[BruinsFanMike82]

 

[CDJ]

Not saying that Coyle will rejuvenate Backes and turn back the clock, but we’re only one-year removed from seeing him play well on an established third-line. Last year it was Nash at 3C, now it’s gonna be Coyle, who’s a far superior player.

Backes and Coyle looked terrific out there together imo

 

[missingchicklet]

Impressed with Coyle in his first game. Glad he's a B. Best the third line has looked all season. Bs truly need a third line that can provide offense and play responsible defense at the same time. Cannot win against the elite teams playing an offensive black hole as much as Bruce does with the fourth line, but I get why he has been doing it since he has had a third line he can't rely on. Coyle is a gamer and was going to the dirty areas all night long. Also scored in the SO, which was a nice bonus. Really nervous about what else DS will or won't do. He did a great job with the Coyle trade. This team can be a real contender with just one more key piece.

 

[Jean_Jacket41]

Slick move in the SO. Backes doesn’t get robbed in the 1st and he has an assist. Tough on the puck.

Great addition. For this year and next if not more.

Great trade.

 

[Mick Riddleton]

Like to see Coyle with Nordy next time, he has better wheels then Backes.

 

[Colt.45Orr]

Good first game, nice to see a big guy who can protect the puck and move around the ice.

 

[Gordon Lightfoot]

Impressive debut!

 

[RussellmaniaKW]

Not saying that Coyle will rejuvenate Backes and turn back the clock, but we’re only one-year removed from seeing him play well on an established third-line. Last year it was Nash at 3C, now it’s gonna be Coyle, who’s a far superior player.

I honestly thought Backes looked terrific today. I think "the talk" and the new center will give him a boost.

 

[CDJ]

Like to see Coyle with Nordy next time, he has better wheels then Backes.

Going off of TOI and the goal allowed today I don’t think Backes is the guy Cassidy would scratch from that line for Nordstrom

 

[BruinsNetwork]

I honestly thought Backes looked terrific today. I think "the talk" and the new center will give him a boost.

I agree, thought he played well. Coyle really played well too and it’s nice to see a solid center on the third-line again.

 

[DoubleAAAA]

Excellent on the walls and protecting the puck. Cassidy no longer needs to shelter that line which takes pressure off the others. Good debut, think he'll be a great addition

 

[Johnny4778]

As far as backes all I can tell you is St. Louis fans are still pissed he is not a Blue. Pretty much every discussion I had in St. Louis was about Backes. I am certain they would love him back. I also agreed, like the blues fans, that he has had two surgeries (removing intestines) , a 16 stitches cut, two concussions and his nose almost torn off, and bruins fans tear him a new one and have never really given him a fair shake.

 

[CDJ]

This new line may be one of the biggest in the NHL, I would be interested in seeing how it stacks up vs other lines. They’re gonna have a good time cycling the puck

 

[What The Puck]

As far as backes all I can tell you is St. Louis fans are still pissed he is not a Blue. Pretty much every discussion I had in St. Louis was about Backes. I am certain they would love him back. I also agreed, like the blues fans, that he has had two surgeries (removing intestines) , a 16 stitches cut, two concussions and his nose almost torn off, and bruins fans tear him a new one and have never really given him a fair shake.

Are you saying he's injured? If that's the case, why is he playing? If that's not what you're saying, why bring up the health issues?

 

[Blowfish]

I honestly thought Backes looked terrific today. I think "the talk" and the new center will give him a boost.

He missed on a couple nice feeds from Cehlarik....thought that line was dangerous all game. Big / playing with speed.