GDT: Game #48 - 01.29.15 - Spezza's Homecoming - 6:30 PM - FSSW - 1310 AM - 96.7 FM

[piqued]

Eakin had plenty of good plays tonight. If Seguin doesn't hit the post we're talking about what a great pass that was. He could be better, sure. He still needs to get stronger on the puck.

Schlemko is not better than Jokipakka. Better than Jordie I guess.

 

[Stars99Lobo37]

Schlemko is not better than Jokipakka. Better than Jordie I guess.

We're stuck with one of em the rest of the year. I agree that Jokipakka is better than him, but I'm not going to ***** about it as long as we don't have BOTH of those guys playing.

 

[Satan]

Just helped push the media bus lmao

 

[piqued]

Did you get Val to step off the bus or is he still back in Russia?

 

[beepeearr]

Just helped push the media bus lmao

Just saw a picture posted on twitter of that

 

[Stars99Lobo37]

Just helped push the media bus lmao

ohhhh canadaaaa

 

[Stars99Lobo37]

I'm in the Sens end to the left of their bench, two rows up. When it goes into their end you can't miss me and my buddy

 

[WhoahNow]

Eakin had plenty of good plays tonight. If Seguin doesn't hit the post we're talking about what a great pass that was. He could be better, sure. He still needs to get stronger on the puck.

Something that will probably get overlooked, but out there with a minute left, shorthanded, and wins the draw clean back to Daley for the easy clear and empty netter. He gets some flak for not being super offensive, or super defensive, but he's a reliable two way player and still young.

 

[Stars99Lobo37]

“I can’t really explain it. The last few games I’ve played, I work hard, I’m trying to get better and I feel good but (crossbar) in, post in, it’s just not going my way,” said Lehner.

“I’m going to have long sauna and think about things. Who did I hurt to get these bounces? I don’t know. I’ve got to try to get even better. I’ve got to try to find a way ... (The winner) I’m a big guy and he put it bar and in. There wasn’t much space. Back to the drawing board.”

Interesting quotes...considering we hit what? 4 posts?

 

[jason9090spezza]

Not the greatest win to be honest, but a win is a win.

Klingberg is truth, and nothing but the truth.

Spezza and Hemsky both played well IMO. They had their chances, and one was able to bury it.

But really, even with Kilngberg, I don't think anyone on this team played a good game. Daley looks good ONLY in stats, but he had major issues in this game once again (which has to be fixed).

 

[Hull Fan]

Our Klingberg is to thee.

Kari let in 3. Shocker.

Klingberg on the 1st PP unit. Daley and Demers on the 2nd and they both score. Let that be a lesson.

Tyler can't buy a goal right now. Much skill. Such love.

Unfortunately beating bad teams isn't enough. Jets could basically kill it on Saturday as could the Avs. Guess we'll find out what this team is made of.

 

[Satan]

Did you get Val to step off the bus or is he still back in Russia?

Naw they just went on by likely because it was Siberian weather.

A shame

 

[Satan]

Oh man that is sweet. Where can I find the vid

Edit: found it, heck yeah

 

[Stars99Lobo37]

That was from the Sens broadcast on their website

 

[Satan]

Klingberg changed the pace of that game. Satan you got your moneys worth.

Heck yeah I did. What a game. The past two in Ottawa have been great

 

[SonicSpeedDash]

Heck yeah I did. What a game. The past two in Ottawa have been great

Only thing missing from that pick. #FreedSpezza sign.

 

[Captain Awesome]

I'd like to see more of Schlemko, thought he was better in Montreal than he was tonight. He made that really bad cross ice pass that got picked off for a breakaway, and I remember some other things that I thought were negatives. Still, if we're going to waste a spot on a d-man I'd rather him than Jordie, but I think Jokipakka would be better than both.

I'm really just done with Kari for this season, trade for one of the Buffalo guys and start that guy instead. Sure, he made some big saves in the second half, but he's flopping around after every damn time he lets up a rebound, he isn't tracking ****, and he's giving up stuff he'd never give up last year. I hope he's just having a crap season and we won't have to ever see this Kari again, but even if we make the playoffs this isn't the guy who is going to do any damage there.

I hope that there is no way that we can keep Daley and Goligoski next season, at least one has to go. I'd probably rather get rid of Goligoski for cap reasons, but neither has been making a case for staying over the other.

 

[SonicSpeedDash]

I'd like to see more of Schlemko, thought he was better in Montreal than he was tonight. He made that really bad cross ice pass that got picked off for a breakaway, and I remember some other things that I thought were negatives. Still, if we're going to waste a spot on a d-man I'd rather him than Jordie, but I think Jokipakka would be better than both.

I'm really just done with Kari for this season, trade for one of the Buffalo guys and start that guy instead. Sure, he made some big saves in the second half, but he's flopping around after every damn time he lets up a rebound, he isn't tracking ****, and he's giving up stuff he'd never give up last year. I hope he's just having a crap season and we won't have to ever see this Kari again, but even if we make the playoffs this isn't the guy who is going to do any damage there.

I hope that there is no way that we can keep Daley and Goligoski next season, at least one has to go. I'd probably rather get rid of Goligoski for cap reasons, but neither has been making a case for staying over the other.

Kari is starting to remind me the last few years of the Turco era. Flopping around, letting in softies, and lying on his back. It's very concerning at this point since we don't have a plan for goaltending. Campbell isn't even close to ready, Lindback...is Lindback. Rynnas isn't good neither. But if you wanted a goalie from the Sabres. Go with Neuvirth.

 

[OttMorrow]

Jets could basically kill it on Saturday as could the Avs. Guess we'll find out what this team is made of.

Yes, we are going to find out what this team has got. This next handful of games are HUGE. I'm worried about how Kari holds up under the pressure, but excited to see how it plays out. Wins against Winnipeg and Colorado, and we are in the thick of the race again. Losses will really put us behind the 8-ball.

 

[beltjones]

Once again, this team for some reason cannot cycle the puck. Look at the goals from last night.

They looked better cycling the puck on the power play last night, with Jamie scoring after a slick pass from Klingberg on a rebound (cycling the puck created the opportunity for the initial shot), and Hemsky scoring after some good puck movement as well.

However, when was the last time you saw the top line cycle the puck and beat defenders at even strength? Typically they're on the ice for two rushes and then they change. I'm not sure if that's the offensive strategy, but it would be nice if they could pass well enough to create chances without beating defenders with their skating.

 

[ElGuapo]

5th game in a row Kari has allowed 3 or more

He'll probably snag a shutout Saturday then go on another such streak.

Klingman has just been fantastic since his NHL debut on NBCSN.

 

[TrillMike]

Once again, this team for some reason cannot cycle the puck. Look at the goals from last night.

They looked better cycling the puck on the power play last night, with Jamie scoring after a slick pass from Klingberg on a rebound (cycling the puck created the opportunity for the initial shot), and Hemsky scoring after some good puck movement as well.

However, when was the last time you saw the top line cycle the puck and beat defenders at even strength? Typically they're on the ice for two rushes and then they change. I'm not sure if that's the offensive strategy, but it would be nice if they could pass well enough to create chances without beating defenders with their skating.

The top two lines this season have usually played an overload. We don't even see a hint of a cycle until the pittbulls or Fids hit the ice. Fiddler is the best at establishing a successful cycle.

 

[beltjones]

The top two lines this season have usually played an overload. We don't even see a hint of a cycle until the pittbulls or Fids hit the ice. Fiddler is the best at establishing a successful cycle.

I'm not saying you have to establish a cycle in order to score even strength, but an overload strategy is usually a PP strategy, isn't it?

 

[glovesave_35]

However, when was the last time you saw the top line cycle the puck and beat defenders at even strength? Typically they're on the ice for two rushes and then they change. I'm not sure if that's the offensive strategy, but it would be nice if they could pass well enough to create chances without beating defenders with their skating.

I haven't been able to watch many complete games since about mid November, but this is something that "worries" me as well. I know it's premature to talk about how to win in the playoffs but counter-attacking styles never seem to fare well in the postseason. To win in the playoffs you have to be able to establish zone time, wear down the defense, and create a mistake that creates a scoring opportunity. This is my number one reason for supporting Ritchie up into perpetuity and playing with Benn and Seguin. Those three have a presence and are able to cycle and get consistent zone time. It's why Eaves or Sceviour can never be more than a placeholder on that line.

 

[TrillMike]

I'm not saying you have to establish a cycle in order to score even strength, but an overload strategy is usually a PP strategy, isn't it?

There's lots of words for it. It's a very rush-based offset ive strategy. I'm sure there's a PP version of the same thing.