Pre-Game Talk: Habs/Oilers Tomorrow (The Hunt for the Elusive 1 Point Continues)

[Habs]

The NHLPA is a sham union who won’t even do everything it takes to protect its members — never count on them to do the right thing.

sad but true.

 

[HabsWhiteKnightLOL]

I don't see why Edmonton would take it easy against the habs.
Edmonton can confirm a matchup against Winnipeg by winning against the habs. Edmonton struggled against habs while Edmonton rolled Winnipeg all season long.

You don't pick your playoff opponent but Edmonton could decide who they play against and they would rather play Winnipeg over us.

 

[nhlfan9191]

I'm so ready for the playoffs, these games are practically unwatchable.

Given the schedule we’ve had and injuries, unless they give us at least a week 5-7 days off, we’re probably screwed. This team has looked like they’ve had nothing to give for awhile now.

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

I don't see why Edmonton would take it easy against the habs.
Edmonton can confirm a matchup against Winnipeg by winning against the habs. Edmonton struggled against habs while Edmonton rolled Winnipeg all season long.

You don't pick your playoff opponent but Edmonton could decide who they play against and they would rather play Winnipeg over us.

Regular season means Jack.

Remember 08 ? Habs were a combined 12-0 against Boston and Philly and then went 5-7 against them in the playoffs.

 

[Habs]

The oilers are stupid if they play both their star players and risk injury at this point

 

[HabsWhiteKnightLOL]

The oilers are stupid if they play both their star players and risk injury at this point

So we might as well sit Toffoli Suzuki and Petry then.

 

[Habs]

So we might as well sit Toffoli Suzuki and Petry then.

If we are a lock at the last spot, then yes.. what does it matter? No fans in the building to entertain.

 

[HabsWhiteKnightLOL]

If we are a lock at the last spot, then yes.. what does it matter? No fans in the building to entertain.

Man Calgary is not going 5-0 or Vancouver going 8-0.

They also play eachother like 4 times. Don't even know why people are worried about those 2 teams lmao.

 

[Habs]

Man Calgary is not going 5-0 or Vancouver going 8-0.

They also play eachother like 4 times. Don't even know why people are worried about those 2 teams lmao.

I'm for sitting players, if the playoffs are the real goal, I want a fresh start. However you don't want to head into the playoffs playing like the team currently is, so its a dilemna. Is Weber/Price even a sure thing at this point?

 

[HabsWhiteKnightLOL]

I'm for sitting players, if the playoffs are the real goal, I want a fresh start. However you don't want to head into the playoffs playing like the team currently is, so its a dilemna. Is Weber/Price even a sure thing at this point?

Price should be playing atleast the last game against Edmonton

Weber idk

 

[azcanuck]

Given the schedule we’ve had and injuries, unless they give us at least a week 5-7 days off, we’re probably screwed. This team has looked like they’ve had nothing to give for awhile now.

I do believe we get some nice time off after the season. With our returning players I think we can challenge any team in the division. The one concern I have is Price. If he's going to be the guy it seems unrealistic he'll be in top form after playing two games, especially with his struggles this season.

 

[azcanuck]

Do you think the Habs are suddenly going to play well?

I'm not sure but it is very possible. If put on the spot I'm going to say yes.

 

[Habs13]

I'm not sure but it is very possible. If put on the spot I'm going to say yes.

You have a hell of a lot more faith in this group than I do then. They've played some of the worst hockey I can remember seeing in thirty-five+ years I've been a fan of the game. (This includes the 1999-00 Habs team!!!) I suppose it's possible but... I don't see it happening.

 

[azcanuck]

You have a hell of a lot more faith in this group than I do then. They've played some of the worst hockey I can remember seeing in thirty-five+ years I've been a fan of the game. (This includes the 1999-00 Habs team!!!) I suppose it's possible but... I don't see it happening.

That's fair. your view is probably the more popular one for good reason too.

 

[Milhouse40]

I do believe we get some nice time off after the season. With our returning players I think we can challenge any team in the division. The one concern I have is Price. If he's going to be the guy it seems unrealistic he'll be in top form after playing two games, especially with his struggles this season.

Price's struggle?
I would have thought that at this point people realize it's not a Price struggling...it's a team problem.
Always has been, Allen ain't doing any better as a starter for this team, team still can't win.....no matter who's the goalie.

The struggling will continue.....the question is really: can Price counter balance their struggling as he's the only chance we have to even make a stand?
I doubt it, especially if Weber is out.

You should be a lot more concern about the lack of goals, inexperience down the middle and our brain farts defensively.

 

[Habs13]

That's fair. your view is probably the more popular one for good reason too.

We'll see in a few weeks!

 

[Habs Icing]

Always has been, Allen ain't doing any better as a starter for this team, team still can't win.....no matter who's the goalie.

I hope you realize the implications of what you just said? Price is no better than an Allen. An average goaltender.

 

[Milhouse40]

I hope you realize the implications of what you just said? Price is no better than an Allen. An average goaltender.

Not exactly what I've said or meant....

This team is 12-7-5 with Price
They are 11-12-4 with Allen
They are 1-2-0 with Primeau

Allen is better that his record showed.....cause this team is so bad, it hurt him.
I think we all agree that Allen played well mostly. Still, his record sucks, stats included.

I also believe it's the same for Price.....or any other goalie that would be playing behind that defense.

I know for most people, goalies is all about stats.....but there's so much more to it.
Why Price is consider one of the best (the best for many people) with his stick around the net....that help the defense, that help transition, that help clearing the zone out, that help the offense and it help winning games. No stats for that...but a lot of people here said Allen didn't had the goals support that Price got....this is a reason why.

 

[Habs Icing]

Why Price is consider one of the best (the best for many people) with his stick around the net....that help the defense, that help transition, that help clearing the zone out, that help the offense and it help winning games. No stats for that...but a lot of people here said Allen didn't had the goals support that Price got....this is a reason why.

So shouldn't Price's skill in stick handling produce more wins when compared to Allen?

 

[Milhouse40]

So shouldn't Price's skill in stick handling produce more wins when compared to Allen?

It does...

 

[BergevinBurner]

Imagine if we lose our last 2 games against Edmonton and Vancouver loses 1 of their next 2 games against Winnipeg.

We'd have to sit back and watch an insanely hungry Calgary team in do or die mode try to win 4 straight against a tired Vancouver team playing with no motivation.

I'd have a good laugh if Calgary caught us lol.

 

[azcanuck]

Price's struggle?
I would have thought that at this point people realize it's not a Price struggling...it's a team problem.
Always has been, Allen ain't doing any better as a starter for this team, team still can't win.....no matter who's the goalie.

The struggling will continue.....the question is really: can Price counter balance their struggling as he's the only chance we have to even make a stand?
I doubt it, especially if Weber is out.

You should be a lot more concern about the lack of goals, inexperience down the middle and our brain farts defensively.

Price has largely been mediocre all year. he's sliding badly at this point.

 

[azcanuck]

It does...

Utter nonsense.

 

[Deebs]

Did I hear right McJesus is sitting one of the games?

 

[Grate n Colorful Oz]

That's fair. your view is probably the more popular one for good reason too.

It's not a trend, it's just common sense.