GDT: Game 58 | Columbus vs Tampa Bay | 2/18 7:30 PM

[Double-Shift Lasse]

Seems critical.

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[Johansen2Foligno]

I am coming up with a CR of 100.1%. This game is overly critical. If we don't win this one, I suspect we will sale a 'For Sale' sign out front of Nationwide Arena

 

[Doggy]

Hope we play better than we did in Tampa in January, that was embarrassing!

 

[DJA]

This is normally the type of game in which the CBJ take a steaming dump at center ice. 4-1 Bolts.

If we pull this out, Jarmo is definitely going to get the “all in” itch

 

[blahblah]

The game of the year. No points and we're tied with three teams for the last spot with a single game in hand and Carolina a point back. A win and we jump over Washington.

Hopefully we're ready or this could turn ugly fast.

 

[Columbus Jack]

If you look long term, this game doesnt need to be won. It's certainly not one we should win. But if you're using it as a "where we are vs the best" then I suppose. Too short term for me though, not expecting a win.

 

[EspenK]

Hope we play better than we did in Tampa in January, that was embarrassing!

You think that was bad be glad you missed the October game...8-2 bolts

 

[CBJMiddleGround]

There has to be a point when the CBJ realize something within their organization, whether that is jarmo or a disconnect between the players and coaches and always seems to happen at this time of year?

 

[CBJMiddleGround]

You don't need a win tonight, but for the team to keep their mojo they need at bare minimum a point or they'll plummet down

 

[Double-Shift Lasse]

Korpi in net.

Jenner in, Duclair out ("bad listening skills").

Per coach's game-day presser.

 

[JKinCLE]

Korpi tonight. Probably for the best since the last two games against Tampa with Bob resulted in an 8-0 loss, and then Bob getting pulled and having his "incident."

 

[Madifer]

Its interesting how Bobs psyche works apparently. Self fulfilling prophecy of choking.

 

[Johansen2Foligno]

Korpi in net.

Jenner in, Duclair out ("bad listening skills").

Per coach's game-day presser.

So Jenner is out again and Duclair is in. Got it

 

[KJ Dangler]

Man, if Korpi in net, doesn't tell you all you need to know about how the front office views Bobs psyche, I don't know what to tell you. Usually when the best team in the league comes into your barn, and you view this as a measuring stick game, you play your #1 goalie. Guess they don't want to damage his trade value. I would probably sit him until hes traded at this point. I do have to give Bob props. I feel the Chicaga game was the first game all year, where he stole the game. Good luck with your new team Bob.

 

[DJA]

Shocked that we wouldn’t go Bob tonight and Korp tomorrow but whatever. Seems to be a white flag type of game tonight.

We will still retain our current playoff position regardless of tonight’s outcome.

 

[JohnnyJacket13]

Jeez y’all need to cool it with the Bob “psyche” shtick. We’re playing a back-to-back. Bob typically goes in the second game. Nothing to see here, move along.

 

[KJ Dangler]

Jeez y’all need to cool it with the Bob “psyche” shtick. We’re playing a back-to-back. Bob typically goes in the second game. Nothing to see here, move along.

2 days rest isn't enough ? We all know why hes not playing tonight. They can certainly frame it as such, but if you view yourself as a cup contender, you play your best, to see how you stack up.

 

[Doggy]

This is normally the type of game in which the CBJ take a steaming dump at center ice. 4-1 Bolts.

If we pull this out, Jarmo is definitely going to get the “all in” itch

I don't think Jarmo is taking this game by game. Jarmo has a plan (right or wrong) and whether we are sellers or buyers at the TDL is written in soft stone.

What happens tonight doesn't...and shouldn't have any bearing on whether or not Bread and Bobs are CBJers after the TDL. If it does, then Jarmo needs to be fired.

 

[The Wheelchair]

Man, if Korpi in net, doesn't tell you all you need to know about how the front office views Bobs psyche, I don't know what to tell you. Usually when the best team in the league comes into your barn, and you view this as a measuring stick game, you play your #1 goalie. Guess they don't want to damage his trade value. I would probably sit him until hes traded at this point. I do have to give Bob props. I feel the Chicaga game was the first game all year, where he stole the game. Good luck with your new team Bob.

I don't think any NHL GM would change their opinion of Sergei Bobrovsky's trade value based on one February game against the Lightning.

 

[Sore Loser]

I would argue that tomorrow's game is more important, hence starting Bob then. Montreal has lost 4 in a row and is suddenly a bubble team with the rest of us. Put Bob in, give yourself a better chance to win against the lesser opponent.

Roll the dice with Korpi tonight, he has played strong at surprising moments before. Either way you look at it, Tampa has only lost 11 games in regulation all year, so anything you get tonight is probably a bonus.

All that said, 6-0 Bolts.

Prove me wrong guys! We're on national TV tonight.

 

[blahblah]

If you look long term, this game doesnt need to be won.

Yes, math tells us that. We control our own destiny. We need about 30 points in the last 25 games to be fairly safe. With out roster up in the air after the deadline, I'd rather pick us as many points as we can now.

 

[MoeBartoli]

Someone’s gotta pick the Jackets, so let me step out on the ledge....CBJ 4, TB 3.

 

[Johansen2Foligno]

Someone’s gotta pick the Jackets, so let me step out on the ledge....CBJ 4, TB 3.

Korpisalo posts a shutout...in OT.

Jackets 5, Lighting 4

 

[JohnnyJacket13]

2 days rest isn't enough ? We all know why hes not playing tonight. They can certainly frame it as such, but if you view yourself as a cup contender, you play your best, to see how you stack up.

Go ahead and stick with your agenda, that’s cool.

 

[Long Live Lyle]

Man, if Korpi in net, doesn't tell you all you need to know about how the front office views Bobs psyche, I don't know what to tell you. Usually when the best team in the league comes into your barn, and you view this as a measuring stick game, you play your #1 goalie. Guess they don't want to damage his trade value. I would probably sit him until hes traded at this point. I do have to give Bob props. I feel the Chicaga game was the first game all year, where he stole the game. Good luck with your new team Bob.

Could also simply be that tonight’s a 2-point game (and probably a loss no matter who’s in net) and tomorrow’s a 4-point game (that we have better odds of winning with Bob).