GDT: GM 2 | Vancouver Canucks @ Edmonton Oilers | 6:00PM PST | SPAC

[Lupuls Grit]

Hamonic was really exposed last night. Yeah, tough assignment for him after missing so much hockey. He may fare better where he doesn't have to contend with McJesus. I never thought I would say this but do you think Chatfield should draw in for the game tonight? I haven't seen him play very often but, at least until Hamonic can get up to speed, he may be the best option to pair with Hughes for tonight. Thoughts?

 

[I am toxic]

So . . .

. . . Holtby getting the start again tonight?

 

[Fatass]

Yeah I like the latter 2, but they're all not on the same level as Mcdrai...

If either had a couple real high quality wingers they'd be even more dominant.

Maybe in a capped league paying 12 million for a centre results in cheaper wingers? I think Draisatl is on a great contract though.

 

[mdobbs]

Go Canucks go

Some things never change

 

[Fatass]

Hamonic was really exposed last night. Yeah, tough assignment for him after missing so much hockey. He may fare better where he doesn't have to contend with McJesus. I never thought I would say this but do you think Chatfield should draw in for the game tonight? I haven't seen him play very often but, at least until Hamonic can get up to speed, he may be the best option to pair with Hughes for tonight. Thoughts?

He hasn’t really even skated seriously in almost a full year. He’s going to need several weeks to get into shape, and sharpen his skills - especially skating. I’d say he’s even off more tonight than last night. I don’t know what the taxi squad rules are, but (if allowed) I’d give him this game off.

 

[WetcoastOrca]

Some things never change

And I always thought it was the Dallas Eakins swarm defense. It’s carried over under Tippett who is a pretty good defensive coach. It must be part of their DNA.

 

[Fatass]

Some things never change

Is that Larsen with the awful read in both frames?

 

[Angry Little Elf]

Mike smith is my least favourite player in the nhl. Hope we shellack him

 

[iceburg]

And the guy laying on the ice near the blueline made the pass...

 

[M2Beezy]

Unfortunately I predict the Oilers respond and win against us 5-2. Our goals BOTH by Sutter

 

[Tables of Stats]

There's a lot of buzz about the Oiler's swarm defense and I'm glad for it. Their lack of defense really takes the sting out of that team and it couldn't happen to a more wretched hive of villains than those living in Edmonton.

 

[VanillaCoke]

Maybe in a capped league paying 12 million for a centre results in cheaper wingers? I think Draisatl is on a great contract though.

Nothing wrong with either contract, Draisaitl is a steal though yeah. So the should (aka must) take advantage of it.

Kassian kahun yam Smith koskinen is just not nearly good enough.
Pool party Turris Barrie all looked average at best, going to need alot more than what they got last night.

Yeahhhh its one game, hopefully tonight is a better showing.

Canucks however look to have no issues with offense.

 

[Pip]

So . . .

. . . Holtby getting the start again tonight?

Holtby with the start and Edler with over 25 minutes again!

 

[Gaunce4gm]

Mike smith is my least favourite player in the nhl. Hope we shellack him

Anthony Deangelo says hello

 

[Gaunce4gm]

Nothing wrong with either contract, Draisaitl is a steal though yeah. So the should (aka must) take advantage of it.

Kassian kahun yam Smith koskinen is just not nearly good enough.
Pool party Turris Barrie all looked average at best, going to need alot more than what they got last night.

Yeahhhh its one game, hopefully tonight is a better showing.

Canucks however look to have no issues with offense.

I actually thought Puljujarvi looked quite good considering the fact he hasn’t played a game in North America in over a year

 

[JanBulisPiggyBack]

Yeah I like the latter 2, but they're all not on the same level as Mcdrai...

If either had a couple real high quality wingers they'd be even more dominant.

I’d say Poolparty looked pretty good, a little uncaged at times but his skill level is there, turns out his compete level is there as well

when this season is over we are gonna know all the Canadian teams as well as we know our own

 

[Pip]

Some things never change

I will say on this play if Draisaitl doesn’t miss the puck at the line, he was going to be gone of a breakaway. Not sure why Larson decided to leave Boeser there. Must have thought they would get it out for sure. If you back up the play he kind of just floats away from Boeser

 

[Pip]

I’d say Poolparty looked pretty good, a little uncaged at times but his skill level is there, turns out his compete level is there as well

when this season is over we are gonna know all the Canadian teams as well as we know our own

I agree with this. Showed a great motor and checking ability. Some really bizarre decisions with the puck however.

 

[cc]

expecting McD to have a huge game.

 

[rypper]

I predict that with the weird off season, rust, quick turnaround etc someone from either team leaves the game with an injury.

 

[Fatass]

I wonder how often teams win both games of a double header? If Demko can stand on his head (I think he’s going to need to) then we might steal another one.

 

[Johnny Canucker]

Andrew Walker ripping OJ48 mobility on the radio today.... hes not wrong

 

[82Ninety42011]

Have a feeling tonight will be a lower scoring more defensive game. Here's hoping we do a better job containing McDavid he was flying last night. Was exciting to see the kids scoring yesterday huge for their confidence and Boeser looked like his shot was back !! I'm going Canucks win 3-1 with the 3rd goal an empty netter.

 

[Lupuls Grit]

Andrew Walker ripping OJ48 mobility on the radio today.... hes not wrong

Now do Hamonic.

 

[WetcoastOrca]

I think the Canucks will get their share of Grade A chances against a pretty poor Oilers defense. Need to convert them and hopefully get a few more PP opportunities as I’m expecting a big game from McDavid.