Pre-Game Talk: GAME 45 7:08 PM - Return of the Whalercanes - NESN, ESPN+, SN360, TVAS, 98.5 WBZ-FM

[Sheppy]

Studnicka needs to show something.

 

[Widdlez]

hoping to be blown out one more time to see some changes in the front office.

As much as I want changes barring something dramatic I dont think even a big blowout against one of the top teams in the league missing our two best forwards is going to move the needle on any changes.

 

[Over the volcano]

Foglino's been injured since game 2 - hoping he gets right and the only way to get there is to get out there when he can.

The rest of that line has not excuse for their lack of production and impact this year. Would rather see Frederic at C than on the wing.

Time to step up boys.

 

[The Hockey Tonk Man]

Glad I re-upped the bottle of vodka yesterday. Tonights gonna be a fun one!

 

[burstnbloom]

Foglino's been injured since game 2 - hoping he gets right and the only way to get there is to get out there when he can.

The rest of that line has not excuse for their lack of production and impact this year. Would rather see Frederic at C than on the wing.

Time to step up boys.

I appreciate the optimism but Foligno has been a HORRIBLE offensive player for years. This isn't just injuries. It's who he is. An absolutely horrific signing that I'm sure someone like Jeremy Rogalski was saying "don don't do this."

The point I'm making is there isn't a "get him going." He's not been an above average offensive player since 2018. Dude's done.

This is him this year.

this is the last THREE seasons.

 

[RussellmaniaKW]

imagine scratching this guy after a game where he ran the opposing goalie on a team that consistently struggles to crash the net.

Steen should be in the lineup for displaying that kind of mindset if nothing else.

 

[Sheppy]

imagine scratching this guy after a game where he ran the opposing goalie on a team that consistently struggles to crash the net.

Steen should be in the lineup for displaying that kind of mindset if nothing else.

That's probably why he's not playing. Bruce doesn't like that stuff.

 

[Forester65]

Studnicka needs to show something.

As does Foligno.
Perhaps one of them will tap into their inner-Sittler and have an 11 point night.
Doubt it, but one can dream.

 

[Sheppy]

As does Foligno.
Perhaps one of them will tap into their inner-Sittler and have an 11 point night.
Doubt it, but one can dream.

Foligno showing a quality shot on goal will be enough to excite me at this stage of the game.

 

[Over the volcano]

I appreciate the optimism but Foligno has been a HORRIBLE offensive player for years. This isn't just injuries. It's who he is. An absolutely horrific signing that I'm sure someone like Jeremy Rogalski was saying "don don't do this."

The point I'm making is there isn't a "get him going." He's not been an above average offensive player since 2018. Dude's done.

This is him this year.

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this is the last THREE seasons.

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Good stuff - what was he the last two leading up to this one (considering he's been injured this whole season)? And where do you get those nice graphics?

I mean maybe his body is just breaking down and he cant come back, but this year's been a wash since day 2

I do like him in front of the net more than most of the guys we have.

 

[Sheppy]

Foligno has one goal in his last 40 games. Is there anyone making more money that's less productive?

 

[DarrenBanks56]

Foligno has one goal in his last 40 games. Is there anyone making more money that's less productive?

coyle?

 

[Sheppy]

coyle?

He's got 10 this year, which is more than Foligno has had since 2019 on i think.

 

[MarchysNoseKnows]

imagine scratching this guy after a game where he ran the opposing goalie on a team that consistently struggles to crash the net.

Steen should be in the lineup for displaying that kind of mindset if nothing else.

You’re boxed in if you want to give Studnicka a shot with Bergy out. Everyone else needs waivers.

 

[Maine Fan]

It will be an interesting game, on paper the Bruins should lose.

I hope Hall and Pastr have a big night.

Go Bruins

 

[burstnbloom]

Good stuff - what was he the last two leading up to this one (considering he's been injured this whole season)? And where do you get those nice graphics?

I mean maybe his body is just breaking down and he cant come back, but this year's been a wash since day 2

I do like him in front of the net more than most of the guys we have.

They are from evolving-hockey.com . I just think he's a big guy who's taken a beating and his hands have totally left him. He's smart and mucks up the dzone enough to be positive there, but that's a fourth liner. This is the last two years individually. Shows a clear 3 year decline for a player approaching his middle 30's. LETS GIVE HIM A NMC.

Last year

19-20

 

[Bruinswillwin77]

Hoping magic will happen but I feel like it's going to be like watching Pats Vs Bills all over again.

 

[Dr Hook]

You’re boxed in if you want to give Studnicka a shot with Bergy out. Everyone else needs waivers.

That is it, basically. Alternatively, they could have just left Stud in Providence and gone with Haula, Coyle, Nosek, Frederic down the middle, left Steen in and put Foligno's useless ass in the press box. Would have liked to see that, though I am not sad to see Stud get called up. I hate that it comes at the expense of Steen, though.

 

[remer]

Lots of problems with this team. The Bruins should be moving out some of the dead weight and playing the kids. Hoping Studs makes the best of his opportunity.

 

[RHR37]

taxi squad ended after all star game.
Cant just bring up guys. Must stay within 23 man roster.
So, to bring someone another body must go. Only Steen is waiver exempt.
Pain in the butt but thems the rules.

Thought the taxi squad was till the deadline?

I'm probably wrong.

 

[LouJersey]

I appreciate the optimism but Foligno has been a HORRIBLE offensive player for years. This isn't just injuries. It's who he is. An absolutely horrific signing that I'm sure someone like Jeremy Rogalski was saying "don don't do this."

The point I'm making is there isn't a "get him going." He's not been an above average offensive player since 2018. Dude's done.

This is him this year.

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this is the last THREE seasons.

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could you maybe have made a PowerPoint for the Bruins front office sometime last June? How does any team that uses this stuff sign him for 2 years and almost 8 mil?

 

[Saxon Eric]

Thought the taxi squad was till the deadline?

I'm probably wrong.

All star game

 

[Gee Wally]

Thought the taxi squad was till the deadline?

I'm probably wrong.

NHL, NHLPA agree to temporary taxi squads for COVID-19

Clubs will be permitted to form Taxi Squads on a temporary basis beginning on Dec. 26, 2021 (subject to Holiday Roster Freeze restrictions), and lasting through the date of their final game prior to the scheduled dates for the 2022 All-Star Break. After each Club's final game before the All-Star Break, its Taxi Squad will dissolve. Clubs may then recall or Reassign the Players that were assigned to the Taxi Squad.

 

[22Brad Park]

I appreciate the optimism but Foligno has been a HORRIBLE offensive player for years. This isn't just injuries. It's who he is. An absolutely horrific signing that I'm sure someone like Jeremy Rogalski was saying "don don't do this."

The point I'm making is there isn't a "get him going." He's not been an above average offensive player since 2018. Dude's done.

This is him this year.

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this is the last THREE seasons.

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Well all you can do is hope Bruins make playoffs and he plays hard in them and hits alot. That's all we can do unless traded which is not likely.

 

[Dr Hook]

could you maybe have made a PowerPoint for the Bruins front office sometime last June? How does any team that uses this stuff sign him for 2 years and almost 8 mil?

It really does boggle the mind, Lou. I assume they felt he would provide veteran leadership (and maybe he does), stability, and some physical play. Do you pay 3.8m x2 for that, though, and little else? Seriously terrible decision as it turns out.