Pre-Game Talk: Habs Heading Out West vs Ducks, Sharks, Kings & Blue Jackets

[Runner77]

A pre-game thread that encompasses 4 games — best thread of its kind, ever.

Could we not do the same for GDTs?

 

[Rapala]

Habs have won once in SJ since 99. It's never easy there.

It was such a rare occurance I remember exactly where I was at the time.

 

[Sasha Orlov]

A pre-game thread that encompasses 4 games — best thread of its kind, ever.

Could we not do the same for GDTs?

What would you do with all your extra time????

 

[Rapala]

I hope Struble gets in the game and never sees Laval again.

 

[LaP]

What would you do with all your extra time????

He'd go on a movie forum and complain about Captain Marvel

 

[BLONG7]

I hope Struble gets in the game and never sees Laval again.

That would be great to see!!
Let those kids play!!

 

[sheed36]

McGuire still talking up Struble on 690 like he's been doing since before the Habs even drafted him. One of the first things I heard him say about Struble back then was that he was a real nasty piece of business to play against on the ice.

I haven't watched Struble play so is what Pierre had to say about him back then still stand a few years later?

 

[The Real Timo]

I fully expect Montreal to hit a new low against SJ.

The tank is warming up baby! Gears are getting greased. I am ready!

 

[MarkovsKnee]

McGuire still talking up Struble on 690 like he's been doing since before the Habs even drafted him. One of the first things I heard him say about Struble back then was that he was a real nasty piece of business to play against on the ice.

I haven't watched Struble play so is what Pierre had to say about him back then still stand a few years later?

Yes, he's a good skater & a big hitter. He's not afraid to stand up for himself or teammates. He's not tall, only about 6 feet, but he's a freaking bull, a real physical beast.

Doesn't have a strong offensive game. If he develops well, he's a Radko Gudas or Robert Bertuzzo type. A punishing defensive player.

 

[salbutera]

McGuire still talking up Struble on 690 like he's been doing since before the Habs even drafted him. One of the first things I heard him say about Struble back then was that he was a real nasty piece of business to play against on the ice.

I haven't watched Struble play so is what Pierre had to say about him back then still stand a few years later?

I watched him here during prep school & college days …. Yup he’s nasty w elite skating / balance abilities

I’ve mentioned before if he can get over the eagerness to force plays, and continue growth as he gains experience, ceiling is high IMO

 

[salbutera]

Yes, he's a good skater & a big hitter. He's not afraid to stand up for himself or teammates. He's not tall, only about 6 feet, but he's a freaking bull, a real physical beast.

Doesn't have a strong offensive game. If he develops well, he's a Radko Gudas or Robert Bertuzzo type. A punishing defensive player.

Struble is an elite skater even by NHL standards right now… those players are not. Strubel also has a top end shot w quick release, and isn’t scared to pinch

 

[dinodebino]

Bag skates are no longer allowed per CBA, NHLPA will file grievance vs a team, this was a kindler gentler skate…

I saw the full clip and you are right. Some were going full throttle but others, like Matheson, were just skating normally.
Goddamm wusses. I long the days of the Herbies. Puffcakes.

 

[The Real Timo]

Struble is an elite skater even by NHL standards right now… those players are not. Strubel also has a top end shot w quick release, and isn’t scared to pinch

So why is Harris in the lineup and Strubel isn't?

 

[Tyson]

Struble may have developed a reputation for not being a real offensive dynamo but he looks good playing offense in Laval. 6 points in 12 games and a +4 on a bad defensive team says alot.
If MSL needs more toughness then I suggest you play him.

So why is Harris in the lineup and Strubel isn't?

Didn't Harris graduate NCAA a year earlier than Struble? I could be wrong.

 

[morhilane]

Didn't Harris graduate NCAA a year earlier than Struble? I could be wrong.

Yes, Harris is older and Struble was injured during pre-season and he was cleared as Laval camp was opening so he was sent there without playing a single pre-season game with the Habs.

 

[salbutera]

So why is Harris in the lineup and Strubel isn't?

Harris is safer on D, Struble is prone to trying to force low probability plays, which can only potentially be overcome with game experience & Laval provides that read & react exercise at slower game flow

 

[Ezpz]

So why is Harris in the lineup and Strubel isn't?

A lot of those attributes are the same as Harris's.

I think Struble doesn't get a game this time around unless injuries occur. He's clearly here to see the practices and get a pay bump for his work in Laval. Most of Laval's d are struggling this year so Struble is likely the first call up until someone else shows anything.

 

[Tyson]

A lot of those attributes are the same as Harris's.

I think Struble doesn't get a game this time around unless injuries occur. He's clearly here to see the practices and get a pay bump for his work in Laval. Most of Laval's d are struggling this year so Struble is likely the first call up until someone else shows anything.

I have no doubts that he plays 1-2 games on the trip.

 

[AlexGretzchenvid]

I see an unfortunate shmelting accident where all the seaman got there trouser berries painted solid gold

 

[Garnet76]

Anyone else think its odd that Columbus is tacked onto the end of this road trip?

 

[The Real Timo]

Anyone else think its odd that Columbus is tacked onto the end of this road trip?

Are you saying Habs may accidentally forget Josh Anderson there?

 

[MarkovsKnee]

Struble is an elite skater even by NHL standards right now… those players are not. Strubel also has a top end shot w quick release, and isn’t scared to pinch

Struble can't get his shot through. Majority of the time it gets blocked.

He is not even close to an elite or top end anything. You should expect few points from him, but lots of hits.

 

[salbutera]

Struble can't get his shot through. Majority of the time it gets blocked.

He is not even close to an elite or top end anything. You should expect few points from him, but lots of hits.

His skating & edge work has always been elite at every level he’s been at especially for someone with that build & style of physical play

Agree - he won’t be a pts producer

 

[The Real Timo]

Struble can't get his shot through. Majority of the time it gets blocked.

So he won't be any different than Mike Matheson then or Jeff Petry. But a lot cheaper and can fight. I'll take that.

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

I hope Struble gets in the game and never sees Laval again.

I think some posters here hope they never see Laval again from what I've read.