Post-Game Talk: Game 9: Canadiens beat Canucks /s

[Kriss E]

Its pretty much what you see is what you get with Edmundson, i dont know what you’re worried about. He was a no 4-5 Dman in every team that he’s played in.He’s 27 so if something he should be in the prime of his career.

Again, it's 9 games, in a season where we play 6 teams, where we are currently scoring 4.33 goals per game making a lot of mistakes and defensive lapses go unnoticed. If it weren't for the shutout we'd be closer to 5 goals per game too.
We likely aren't scoring this much if we were playing a normal schedule.
This season is very unique. Everything is different.

 

[Belial]

Again, it's 9 games, in a season where we play 6 teams, where we are currently scoring 4.33 goals per game making a lot of mistakes and defensive lapses go unnoticed. If it weren't for the shutout we'd be closer to 5 goals per game too.
We likely aren't scoring this much if we were playing a normal schedule.
This season is very unique. Everything is different.

Apart from the first game against Toronto where he kinda looked lost on the ice, he's been pretty solid... What are your issues with him?

 

[Kriss E]

Apart from the first game against Toronto where he kinda looked lost on the ice, he's been pretty solid... What are your issues with him?

I don't have issues with anyone really, simply stating that I'm not going to make definitive statements on anyone after 9 games in a 7 team season.
How's it going to look when the Habs don't score 4-5 goals? Or if when we play versus better teams?
TOR-CGY-WIN are the toughest competition in our division, we are currently 1-1-1 against them.
We've destroyed Edmonton and Vancouver, should be similar versus Ottawa. Maybe those are padding our stats.
So I'm simply being cautiously optimistic and saying I rather wait until we're more proven before going around claiming victory on everything.

 

[Belial]

I don't have issues with anyone really, simply stating that I'm not going to make definitive statements on anyone after 9 games in a 7 team season.
How's it going to look when the Habs don't score 4-5 goals? Or if when we play versus better teams?
TOR-CGY-WIN are the toughest competition in our division, we are currently 1-1-1 against them.
We've destroyed Edmonton and Vancouver, should be similar versus Ottawa. Maybe those are padding our stats.
So I'm simply being cautiously optimistic and saying I rather wait until we're more proven before going around claiming victory on everything.

Edmonton and Vancouver can't defend but they have serious offensive power...

You could make a case that they are part of offensive powers in the entire league...

Canucks were 10th last year and Oilers 11th in goals for scored.

Oilers with the best PP in the league and Canucks 4th...

I understand the idea to be cautiously optimistic but I feel like it's starting to go the other way...

 

[Holystik]

Had to watch this game this morning since I couldn't yesterday evening.
So happy for the win!!!
What a good way to start a day.
GHG tonight now, 2 games in 1 day for me!

 

[BLONG7]

Weird that Anderson doesn't get a look on either PP unit. Big man like him with good hands would be a weapon parked right in front of the goalie. Just a thought.

Thinking the same thing.....there are a lot of options. He should get a look soon...Perry or Tatar could come off for Anderson.

 

[Essenege]

Would anyone actually care if we traded Mete?

The guy is so unimpressive. What would he get in a trade? A third round pick? Maybe. He is not a top 6 guy on this Habs team.

He would be useful on a slower team/defence. He’s good at breakouts...but our breakouts / speed / offense look good without him so there’s no good reason to ride out his below average defensive skills.

With an aging defence I still keep him for the future. He’s got more value to us as an insurance policy then whatever shit return he could fetch.

 

[Habs Icing]

What are your thoughts about playing Mete/Kulak tomorrow? Roms hasn't been great past couple games and think it would be good for him to sit one.

My thoughts exactly.

 

[Lshap]

Man, Petry is something else! I've been a fan since day-one, but he's been steadily improving as he gets older. His poise with the puck, strength, shot, and smarts resemble Larry Robinson. And yes, I watched Robinson in his prime. Obviously, Petry isn't as imposing or dominant as Robinson, but the way he skates with the puck reminds me of him.

 

[habergeon]

Man, Petry is something else! I've been a fan since day-one, but he's been steadily improving as he gets older. His poise with the puck, strength, shot, and smarts resemble Larry Robinson. And yes, I watched Robinson in his prime. Obviously, Petry isn't as imposing or dominant as Robinson, but the way he skates with the puck reminds me of him.

Totally agree, and I watched Robinson in his prime as well and think your bang on. Didn't have the guts to post it lol. I know we're only 10 games in, but Petry is playing Norris calibre right now, his skating is so smooth. Hard to believe he is getting better every game.

Must be the beard.

 

[ahmedou]

On a good note, the Price's new look mask yesterday <3

Keep it please.

 

[calder candidate]

It's 5.5 dude, holy shit relax,I feel like it's October again and people were freaking out about it

Byron is only 3.4M$ and people aren’t thrilled about it... the only issue he how he performs vs. that 5.5M$, physical player or player that rely on speed will usually decline earlier. Is contract might be worth it because of those prime years but there is a risk... Who many 7 +years deal have even workout?

 

[Man Purse]

Totally agree, and I watched Robinson in his prime as well and think your bang on. Didn't have the guts to post it lol. I know we're only 10 games in, but Petry is playing Norris calibre right now, his skating is so smooth. Hard to believe he is getting better every game.

Must be the beard.

he's like the computer HAL in 2001 A Space Odyssey ... constantly learning

 

[Ozmodiar]

Weird that Anderson doesn't get a look on either PP unit. Big man like him with good hands would be a weapon parked right in front of the goalie. Just a thought.

Thinking the same thing.....there are a lot of options. He should get a look soon...Perry or Tatar could come off for Anderson.

I believe Perry replaced him. He'll likely return to the PP when Armia is back.

 

[Sam of Montreal]

The most exciting game of the year for me was the shutout loss to Calgary.

I like tight games and not being sure that we are gonna win. I like to see the players fight for it. In my ideal scenario, they would have ultimately found a way to win though.

These blowouts are fun and great for the players, but the games are not really exciting once the score is too high.

I find that the defensive game is not right qnd i wish they would play better defensively.

 

[sandviper]

On a good note, the Price's new look mask yesterday <3

Keep it please.

Did it change since the start of the season?

 

[Lshap]

On a good note, the Price's new look mask yesterday <3

Keep it please.

I assumed it was his backup mask. It looked a generic design a goalie would use during practice.

 

[Ozmodiar]

- early season award predictions are usually a tad ridiculous, but man, Petry is really making an early case for the Norris.
- not hearing the early Danault for the Selke talk this season.
- speaking of ... something's up with PD. He's better than this. Maybe he's worried about his role with the team. maybe he regrets not taking the contract.
- Mete looked like he was trying too hard. He was all over the place. Tough to evaluate him since Romanov had a bad game. I'd like to see these 2 split up, with Big Ed on the 3rd pairing. Just to try.
- Suzuki a) - anyone see him take a run at Boeser? It was right after Boeser slew-footed him. I like how he responded.
- Suzuki b) - that lob pass! Dude plays the game in 3D. ... not everything is along the flat surface.
- Suzuki c) - for those who look at secondary assists ... NS has none. All goals and primary assists.
- looking for a big game from the Danault line tonight. the 4th line tired out their D. I think it's time for Danault's line to step up.

 

[admiralcadillac]

I don't have issues with anyone really, simply stating that I'm not going to make definitive statements on anyone after 9 games in a 7 team season.
How's it going to look when the Habs don't score 4-5 goals? Or if when we play versus better teams?
TOR-CGY-WIN are the toughest competition in our division, we are currently 1-1-1 against them.
We've destroyed Edmonton and Vancouver, should be similar versus Ottawa. Maybe those are padding our stats.
So I'm simply being cautiously optimistic and saying I rather wait until we're more proven before going around claiming victory on everything.

I’m sure once the habs don’t light it up these will be criticism without your disclaimers.

 

[le_sean]

I just don’t see him being able to keep it up for 7years, if he slow down or breakdown because the physically, he won’t be has effective and also there are very little long term deal that have work out. Maybe is peak year will make the deal worth it but regardless those last years especially in the cap era will like likely be a issue.

Fair enough. He lays the body a little less than I thought and he’s not going to fight often so I think the chances are he’ll age fairly well. At least until his early 30s.

 

[azcanuck]

Thinking the same thing.....there are a lot of options. He should get a look soon...Perry or Tatar could come off for Anderson.

why would you take Perry off the PP. He's a beast in front of the net, super smart and great hands. He's what's been missing in the perimeter.

 

[Parksade]

The more I see of Corey Perry, the more I like what he brings to the team. I'm not expecting the Perry of 10 years ago, but his penchant for being an a$$ and thorn in another team's side is nice for this team. In addition, I love that he still has some skill to keep teams honest. That he was a scratch until Armia got hurt speaks volumes on our depth this season.

What else can I say about Suzuki? He gets better every game and I really like the style. He's such a smart player and I'm glad Bergevin didn't trade him. Petry is off to a really nice start and there's a lot to be happy about as a Habs fan. I will happily take that

 

[swimmer77]

They could at least make the game interesting. Only tuned in when it was 5 - 1. Moved on to something else. Good game Habs. Firing on all cylinders so it seems. Six shorthanded goals already. Pretty amazing but teams will start to respect that PK more and more. So happy for Kotka and his start.

 

[waffledave]

The PK is unreal. What exactly changed here?

 

[azcanuck]

the games right now doesnt look like hockey we've seen before. Without the fans you see teams literally give up like the Canucks did last night.

Worst players on the ice for us were Danualt and Tatar. Did virtually nothing. Danualt looks like he's pressing badly.

Perry is my new favorite player. Last nights drag pull and setting up Petry was SICK. Since game one he's brought smarts, net front presence and production. Some clowns actually think he should sit when Armia is ready again.

Mete looked like a guy who was given one game to prove himself. He has very little offensive gifts outside of his skating. He's a decent 6-7 D that's it.

Suzuki is the best forward on the team right now. He needs more ice time at the expense of Danualt.

Price probably hasnt seen a game like this in a long time. Very little in terms of scoring chances for the canucks.

Last night I thought Gallagher could easily lose Danult/Tatar and really thrive.

Romanov looks too out of control at times. He needs to be reminded to keep it simple.