GDT 04-08-2016 CBJ vs. Buffalo Sabres

[ndd17]

Saad 30

 

[DJA]

That was hilariously bad D from Buffalo on that goal sequence

 

[CBJWerenski8]

Ok, instead of draft position I have to hope the front office improves us by trade and FA over the summer. Not feeling good about that

We're kinda stuck with our cap situation

 

[aRussian]

We're kinda stuck with our cap situation

Thus why I don't feel good about it. The current FO has a big hand in us being tied up with so much dead weight. They might as well mean literal "bricks" with our team. Screw up draft position, not hopeful about changing personnel in offseason. Rinse and repeat is all I'm feeling right now.

 

[Doggy]

Was shocked to hear Hartnell's name tonight...I thought we traded him at the deadline since I have not noticed him on the ice in weeks!

Korpi putting on a clinic tonight!

 

[KJ Dangler]

Our draft position will be fine , and with the steps a lot of young players made this year. And an actual good coach , I'm optimistic for next season . Will be interesting to see which assistants Torts replaces, and with whom

 

[KlichkoBro*]

Wenns gets his 30th assist on Saad's 30th goal.
And Bjork extends his point streak to 4 games, he's got 8 points in 12 NHL games. Kukan looks good. They might improve from within.

 

[ndd17]

Was shocked to hear Hartnell's name tonight...

I still hope he will make 50th for us and 300th in the league this season.

 

[KJ Dangler]

Wenns gets his 30th assist on Saad's 30th goal.
And Bjork extends his point streak to 4 games, he's got 8 points in 12 NHL games. Kukan looks good. They might improve from within.

That kinda talk won't be tolerated here

 

[DJA]

Our draft position will be fine , and with the steps a lot of young players made this year. And an actual good coach , I'm optimistic for next season . Will be interesting to see which assistants Torts replaces, and with whom

I am of this opinion as well. This was just a bizarre season form the start. We have some serious young talent for once, to go with some good vets and goal scorers (Saad, Atkinson, Jenner), and guys who had disappointing seasons that I expect to rebound (Foligno, Bob). Throw in one of the top 3 forwards in the draft and I think we will be much better.

Jenner-Matthews/Dubinsky-Atkinson
Saad-Wennberg/Dubinsky-Laine/Pulju/Bjorkstrand
Hartnell-Wennberg/Karlsson-Foligno
Calvert-Karlsson-Anderson
Campbell/Clarkson

 

[Halfboard]

Rimer..... "Jody, you have a comment on Hartnell?"
Jody........ "No"

 

[blahblah]

The youth looking good against teams equally as bad.

 

[KJ Dangler]

There are currently 23 players in the NHL with 30 goals and #CBJ have two of them in Brandon Saad & Boone Jenner. Both aged 23-under.

 

[BusQuets]

What was your team's record with Torts as the head coach?

 

[Doggy]

How did Saad score 30 goals this season? Hawks fans said he was a product of playing for the Hawks and wouldn't be as productive in Columbus.

 

[DJA]

what was your team's record with torts as the head coach?

33-33-8

 

[Johansen2Foligno]

We are going to finish the season 3-0-0! Great momentum to start next year

 

[CBJWerenski8]

How did Saad score 30 goals this season? Hawks fans said he was a product of playing for the Hawks and wouldn't be as productive in Columbus.

They'll still say that, even with those stats.

 

[MAHJ71]

Nice to see we're all sitting by the fire and singing along ..

 

[CBJWerenski8]

I'm fairly certain Torts will go with Bob tomorrow...but how much of a statement would it be to Bob if Korpi got the start tomorrow. It would signal for the first time since Mason was here that he wasn't for sure the #1 guy going into next year. I think it'll be Bob, so this is all moot, but could you imagine?

 

[EspenK]

Ok so go Vancouver and Calgary?

Absolutely

 

[major major]

Wenns gets his 30th assist on Saad's 30th goal.
And Bjork extends his point streak to 4 games, he's got 8 points in 12 NHL games. Kukan looks good. They might improve from within.

It is a near certainty.

There are currently 23 players in the NHL with 30 goals and #CBJ have two of them in Brandon Saad & Boone Jenner. Both aged 23-under.

Those would be two of the youngest guys on that list. Also the top goal scorers for team North America (tied with Toffoli and Gaudreau).

Sorry for violating the no-optimism rule.

 

[KlichkoBro*]

Those would be two of the youngest guys on that list. Also the top goal scorers for team North America (tied with Toffoli and Gaudreau).

Toffoli is not eligible for the team NA. He was drafted same year with Seguin and Johansen and will be 24 when the tournament starts.
Interesting that both Jackets 30-goals scorers were selected in the 2nd round of 2011 draft, Gaudreau was a 4th round pick that year. And another 30-goals scorer from that draft Kucherov was also a 2nd round pick.
There's no more 30 goals scorers among all the eligible for the team NA players. So much for the top picks hyping.

 

[major major]

Toffoli is not eligible for the team NA. He was drafted same year with Seguin and Johansen and will be 24 when the tournament starts.
Interesting that both Jackets 30-goals scorers were selected in the 2nd round of 2011 draft, Gaudreau was a 4th round pick that year. And another 30-goals scorer from that draft Kucherov was also a 2nd round pick.
There's no more 30 goals scorers among all the eligible for the team NA players. So much for the top picks hyping.

Ah, even better. 2 of the 3 top goal scorers for Team North America.

 

[Dr. Fire]

Here is the issue for this season.

DEFENSE, DEFENSE, DEFENSE!!!

CBJ have scored 214 goals going into their last game. This puts them middle of the pack.

However, they have given up 248 goals. Only Calgary has given up more goals , and Edmonton has given up 7 fewer.

Now in my book, there is no way Bob, Korpi, or even CMac are so bad that that is all on them. The problem for this team this season has been defense, and that is where JD, and JK need to start their fix. Sadly, re-signing Prout doesn't make me confident they will get it done. His +3 last night was an anomaly. Only thing I can figure is Torts really believes he can fix that guy.

And as far as the game goes......Meh.

I am typing this as it snows like hell outside.