GDT: G80: MIN @ CHI - 8PM Central

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[57special]

Expecting a win, with Kap pissed that he didn’t get on the scoresheet last game, and Nyquist eager to impress and move up the lineup, instead of having to play with “shit players”.

 

[Obvious Fabertism]

Should be a fun one to watch and see how the lineup shakes out!

 

[Dr Jan Itor]

Rossi time?

 

[Lapa]

Pls let the Austrian Baby Jesus loose

 

[16thOverallSaveUs]

Rossi time?

Sounds like he will be given a really good opportunity to play into the playoff lineup

 

[57special]

Pls let the Austrian Baby Jesus loose

Let the memes begin!

Really looking forward to see Rossi, but also dreading seeing him getting caught from behind, and stripped of the puck on a rush. That is the worst!

 

[Wasted Talent]

Interesting that they aren't gunning for home ice at least, even if it would be unlikely.

 

[Dr Jan Itor]

Interesting that they aren't gunning for home ice at least, even if it would be unlikely.

Not terribly surprising. I believe they said a while ago that they would prioritize health over seeding, and with what happened to Ek, all the more reason.

 

[Soldier13Fox]

Was hoping to see Rossi with Goaldy, oh well

 

[Circulartheory]

Mmm.. way prefer Rossi up with Nyquist and Foligno but whatever, I also understanding keeping the Iowa bros together.

 

[Lapa]

Was hoping to see Rossi with Goaldy, oh well

Damn, maybe I should set my alarm to 4 AM to watch this

 

[57special]

Mmm.. way prefer Rossi up with Nyquist and Foligno but whatever, I also understanding keeping the Iowa bros together.

Petan And Rossi are pretty good together. It might actually help them to play together, while,Hartman watches their backs and benefits from some of the nice dishes he is bound to get.

Impressed that they have decided to rest the others for the playoffs, though a bit surprised about Kaprizov. Maybe he still has a bit of soreness?

 

[Obvious Fabertism]

Nice, looking forward to seeing an improved Rossi and how Faber looks at this level, exciting game from a future standpoint!

Lines will likely be in a blender by the end of the game minus the usual pairs. Chicago is not a great team but they do have young guys playing with effort to end the season, meaning this will be a decent test.

Hartman is playing really well and can help ease Rossi back in a little bit and hopefully give him a confidence boost. Hope he gets some PP time as well.

Curious to see what number Faber ends up with, guessing they give him a temp one for now.

Double edit: looks like he will be #7

 

[Dr Jan Itor]

2 main things I want to see from Rossi: I want him to look like he's playing hard, and I want him to look like he's handled a puck before. Both of those were very lacking his first time around.

And I'm not saying that he didn't play hard before, but he didn't look like he was playing hard because he was being very deliberate with his decisions, seemingly needing to think things through before reacting, which made it appear that he was playing slow.

 

[Digitalbooya]

Those lines are throw up worthy lol. Not gonna put Rossi with Boldy OR Nyquist? Really…

 

[Sad People]

With whos playing this game gets pretty interesting.

 

[Obvious Fabertism]

Those lines are throw up worthy lol. Not gonna put Rossi with Boldy OR Nyquist? Really…

He is with Hartman, probably our best non-Boldy forward and who is playing very well lately, he will also start with depth matchups, which tracks with everything that the organization has said recently about not shoving him into the top of the lineup pressure immediately.

You would expect some experimentation over these final few games, I wouldn’t take the starting lines as written in stone either, he will likely see power play time and increased deployment if he shows well.

 

[BagHead]

Was hoping to see Rossi with Goaldy, oh well

Wow, this is like a pre-season roster. I fear that, even against the Blackhawks, Petan-Rossi is going to get eaten alive.

 

[f7ben]

I’m not sure what to think of this strategy but I’ll enjoy watching the new kids

 

[Digitalbooya]

He is with Hartman, probably our best non-Boldy forward and who is playing very well lately, he will also start with depth matchups, which tracks with everything that the organization has said recently about not shoving him into the top of the lineup pressure immediately.

You would expect some experimentation over these final few games, I wouldn’t take the starting lines as written in stone either, he will likely see power play time and increased deployment if he shows well.

What’s the point of having him with Hartman or even playing Hartman at all? Hartman will be with Kap and Zucc for the playoffs. Rossi is going to be the 2C or 3C (likely 3) and that puts him next to either Boldy or Nyquist. I would hope they have some time to get acclimated to play styles.

 

[f7ben]

What’s the point of having him with Hartman or even playing Hartman at all? Hartman will be with Kap and Zucc for the playoffs. Rossi is going to be the 2C or 3C (likely 3) and that puts him next to either Boldy or Nyquist. I would hope they have some time to get acclimated to play styles.

Or Ek is going to likely be ready

 

[Obvious Fabertism]

What’s the point of having him with Hartman or even playing Hartman at all? Hartman will be with Kap and Zucc for the playoffs. Rossi is going to be the 2C or 3C (likely 3) and that puts him next to either Boldy or Nyquist. I would hope they have some time to get acclimated to play styles.

You can only sit so many guys, Hartman is one of the more rested players on the team after injuries and he has the hottest hand so he can help Rossi get on the board and spur confidence. Nyquist is also going to have his ice time more managed while getting up to speed, there is still potential that they play and practice together over the next week. If the Rossi line plays well to start, I have a feeling that they will end up with a lot of minutes tonight so the other guys get a break.

 

[Soldier13Fox]

Or Ek is going to likely be ready

Is this.... is this .... a little bit of positivity/ optimism shining through!?

 

[Circulartheory]

Petan And Rossi are pretty good together. It might actually help them to play together, while,Hartman watches their backs and benefits from some of the nice dishes he is bound to get.

Impressed that they have decided to rest the others for the playoffs, though a bit surprised about Kaprizov. Maybe he still has a bit of soreness?

Well the reason is I COULD picture a future where Nyquist re-signs for cheap and becomes a pairing with Rossi on a 3rd line, so wanted to see if this game sparked anything. I have no hope in Petan other than being a fringe player/solid callup despite the fact he probably is a great AHL player. I remember watching him in the WHL and he was one of the most skilled players in the league.