GDT: Game 82: Red Wings at habs 7:00 pm et 4/16/24 (BSD, ESPN+)

[Rzombo4 prez]

Let's f***ing go! I don't care about Philly. Just kick their f***ing teeth in and put them away.

 

[Rzombo4 prez]

Honestly, I have noticed that as well. He has been putting up some points but he does seem “out of it”. Now, maybe he is hurting a bit after being off so long and then coming back from a major surgery and playing 50+ games but I know what you are saying.

At this point in his career I think health is always going to be a question mark. Sadly he has become a bit too perimeter. He needs to want the center of the ice and want to shoot the puck. Still, we need his best tonight, regardless of what level that is.

 

[Ezekial]

Calling Patrick Kane, we need you tonight in a big way.

Maybe nothing, but a minor observation, last night after the OT goal, he was the last player to hit the pile after the winner. Could be overthinking it, but it about sums up how much i've felt like he hasn't been pushing himself as hard as we have seen earlier in the season.

I'm getting the feeling he's not going to be back next season, unless somehow we manage to win a round of playoffs if/when we make it.

You're overthinking it.

Our coaching staff used 5 forwards in OT, Larkin/Raymond and Kane/Debrincat with Compher taking the faceoff and Kane coming on for him after we got the puck. Kane was on the ice for over a minute in OT the shift before the goal, granted the goal was at the end of Larkin/Raymond shift but he was out there for a long time in OT, and is a relatively old.
Him being last in the pile could just be him being kinda gassed or briefly celebrating with a teammate on the bench.


Edit: End of awood40's video has the replay. He's just slow to leave after everyone

If he turned to Fish he could've had a nice big cele partner

 

[SantosHalper]

 

[OneMoreTry]

Unfortunately, Caps will probably just win and that's it.

 

[WFIAA]

Unfortunately, Caps will probably just win and that's it.

Probably, but the Wings need to show up tonight.

 

[jkutswings]

Unfortunately, Caps will probably just win and that's it.

Philly has an awful first period, going down 2-0. Then in the greatest micromanagement of all time, Torts emerges from the locker room in full equipment with jersey number 0 (because he tolerates zero mistakes). He goes on to score a hat trick and the Flyers win 3-2 in regulation.

Detroit coaches get wind of this wild turn of events and show video to the players on the bench as it's happening. Inspired, the Wings edge out Montreal for a third 5-4 victory in a row and clinch the final wild card.

And there was much rejoicing.

 

[JoesuffP]

I better see an Octopus before first puck drop

 

[NickH8]

None of our UFAs should be resigned. Kane comes the closest but even so, this doesn't seem like anything besides a one-night stand.

Seeing Holl, Copp, and Husso on the books for at least another year is annoying. I wish they were UFAs this season also.

Fischer needs to come back. He'll be cheap and plays an important role.

 

[cvaicunas]

ESPN is televising Maple Leafs vs. Panthers tonight.

What a joke.

I mean they're obviously hoping Matthews gets 70 tonight, whether or not that is more view worthy than what essentially amounts to an elimination game.... Well we here obviously have our opinions.

I better see an Octopus before first puck drop

At this point, I think we fans should coordinate, and when the team needs a timeout called, then we let the octopi fly. It's fool proof really

 

[jkutswings]

when the team needs a timeout called, then we let the octopi fly

Operation: Lalonde Unleashed

 

[OldnotDeadWings]

Not sure there is anything to read about Kane's future intentions in the way he is playing. Confidence, even arrogance, has always been a big part of his success. There have been plenty of times this season when he's given away the puck, been too loose with it, over-thinking things, unable to get away from pressure, asked to do more in his own end than he would like, to make him realize he's not the same guy anymore and thus become less willing to assert himself the way he used to. Physically he looks fine, but he's old and might be feeling it.

A new contract will be offered to him. He's done enough to warrant that. If he wants top six playing time and doesn't care that much about being a Cup contender for the next 2-3 years, Detroit is a good spot for him. If he's only interested in a legit Cup contender even if it means a lesser role, or if it's just about the money, he'll probably leave.

 

[Lazlo Hollyfeld]

You're overthinking it.

Our coaching staff used 5 forwards in OT, Larkin/Raymond and Kane/Debrincat with Compher taking the faceoff and Kane coming on for him after we got the puck. Kane was on the ice for over a minute in OT the shift before the goal, granted the goal was at the end of Larkin/Raymond shift but he was out there for a long time in OT, and is a relatively old.
Him being last in the pile could just be him being kinda gassed or briefly celebrating with a teammate on the bench.


Edit: End of awood40's video has the replay. He's just slow to leave after everyone

If he turned to Fish he could've had a nice big cele partner

Agreed. Regardless of what Kane's feelings or plans are regarding next season with the Wings, he's an ultra-competitive dude. I'm sure he badly wanted the Wings to win.

Not sure there is anything to read about Kane's future intentions in the way he is playing. Confidence, even arrogance, has always been a big part of his success. There have been plenty of times this season when he's given away the puck, been too loose with it, over-thinking things, unable to get away from pressure, asked to do more in his own end than he would like, to make him realize he's not the same guy anymore and thus become less willing to assert himself the way he used to. Physically he looks fine, but he's old and might be feeling it.

A new contract will be offered to him. He's done enough to warrant that. If he wants top six playing time and doesn't care that much about being a Cup contender for the next 2-3 years, Detroit is a good spot for him. If he's only interested in a legit Cup contender even if it means a lesser role, or if it's just about the money, he'll probably leave.

Definitely.

He always looks casual out there. Then when he or his teammate scores he gets excited.

 

[jkutswings]

He always looks casual out there. Then when he or his teammate scores he gets excited.

Yep. Let's hope Kane gets excited half a dozen times in this game.

 

[Hockey Know it all]

For some reason, I just feel like this is the type of game where we either get destroyed or we destroy Montreal.

I don’t know why, but it’s been ingrained in my head since last night OT game.

 

[DatsDeking]

I’ve been checking the clock nonstop. Can’t wait for the games tonight. This is what it’s all for!

 

[GMR]

Unfortunately, Caps will probably just win and that's it.

Worst case scenario is if Washington loses, and so does Detroit. I'd rather see both win than that scenario.

Washington has won a lot of key games here down the stretch, including last week in Detroit. If they win out, you have to tip your cap.

 

[RedWingzz]

I really , really hope we dont lose out on the playoffs by the Fyers pulling their goalie late in a tie-game...

seeing Washington win like that would be absolutely gut-wrenching...

 

[Axel Sandy Pelikan]

Agreed. Regardless of what Kane's feelings or plans are regarding next season with the Wings, he's an ultra-competitive dude. I'm sure he badly wanted the Wings to win.


Definitely.

He always looks casual out there. Then when he or his teammate scores he gets excited.

It sounds a bit like the old Fedorov critcism. He skated so gracefully and free-flowing that it didn't seem like he was trying.
I know everyone loves the grinder, meat and potatoes guys who seem like they're giving it all while skating like they're going through molasses... but just because this guy is grimacing and pounding his feet going 10 mph and the other guy is going a breezy 20 doesn't mean the easier skater cares any less.

Kane's skill has always been to do little explosive things with the puck instead of rocketing past everyone.

 

[19 for president]

It sounds a bit like the old Fedorov critcism. He skated so gracefully and free-flowing that it didn't seem like he was trying.
I know everyone loves the grinder, meat and potatoes guys who seem like they're giving it all while skating like they're going through molasses... but just because this guy is grimacing and pounding his feet going 10 mph and the other guy is going a breezy 20 doesn't mean the easier skater cares any less.

Kane's skill has always been to do little explosive things with the puck instead of rocketing past everyone.

Honestly, I have noticed that as well. He has been putting up some points but he does seem “out of it”. Now, maybe he is hurting a bit after being off so long and then coming back from a major surgery and playing 50+ games but I know what you are saying.

I feel like he may be hurting some. He has made some lax plays defensively over the past 10 games but its honestly more the facial expressions for me. He has looked a bit checked out. With that said though, Kane is a super competitive player that has always thrived in the playoffs, so I'm thinking its likely pain vs. lack of care.

If there weren't a bunch of articles out about how he may or may not resign, I think people would chalk this up to likely him playing through pain. He looks a lot like Larkin did after he came back from the 1st injury.

This may be what took him out earlier in the season but because we are playing for our playoff lives he is playing through it even though he isn't 100%.

 

[KevinFinnerty]

Let's go Wings tonight!!

 

[GMR]

Best case scenario is if the Capitals and Penguins both blow 3 goal leads to lose in regulation and Detroit comes back from 5-0 down in the 3rd and wins by shootout.

 

[LarKing]

I am ready to get hurt again

 

[Perfect Human]

Logan Mailloux is playing tonight….take his head off please?

 

[DatsDeking]

Best case scenario is if the Capitals and Penguins both blow 3 goal leads to lose in regulation and Detroit comes back from 5-0 down in the 3rd and wins by shootout.

Best case scenario for all of our cardiologists lol