I think the entire concept of momentum from fights is nonsense. People only acknowledge successes and completely ignore the failures which actually happen a lot. Staged fight or not I disagree with momentum.
Yay confirmation bias!
That said I have nothing against fighting. The passion and extreme commitment are awesome aspects of sport. I do dislike staged fights in hockey though.
I would normally agree, but when Slater fought at the end of the year last year, during the Jets playoff run, against a bigger opponent, and held his own (if not, won the decision), that really gave the Jets a boost in game they needed to win (and went on to win, i believe).
I think that moment really solidified Slater's value to the team and endeared him to many a Jets fan. Not staged, just in reaction to what was going on around him. Those situations are key and guys like Slater are strong, character guys.
Now, if Peluso skates around looking to engage in a fight just to try to swing momentum, then i have no use for that either. Players become fans and like to watch the fight, but it really has no impact on the game.
The guy was bigger but it's not like Laich is really known for the fisticuffs either...
If this guy turns out to a piss poor 6-7 min guy and can only hit and fight, I hope we waive him quick. If he can hit and fight, and not be a defensive liability than sweet.
I think the entire concept of momentum from fights is nonsense. People only acknowledge successes and completely ignore the failures which actually happen a lot. Staged fight or not I disagree with momentum.
Yay confirmation bias!
That said I have nothing against fighting. The passion and extreme commitment are awesome aspects of sport. I do dislike staged fights in hockey though.
With all due respect, I disagree. It actually sounds like you are contradictoring yourself in your post. Serious question, have you been part of a high level hockey team? It is not nonsense...
You don't have to agree with me.
Where did I contradict myself?
The high level hockey thing is neither here nor there. As I said before, believers =/= evidence. People who are taught something tend to believe em.
It's not about being taught something, it's playing the game and experiencing it for yourself. Which then makes it easy to relate to when you hear another fellow player speak of how it lifts the bench, swings momentum, etc.
That's my own personal opinion anyhow. But like I said earlier in the thread, for some it may flick the switch, for others it may not.
Anyhow, we obviously have differing views, and I don't think one is right or wrong, even if I disagree with you.
It's not about being taught something, it's playing the game and experiencing it for yourself. Which then makes it easy to relate to when you hear another fellow player speak of how it lifts the bench, swings momentum, etc.
That's my own personal opinion anyhow. But like I said earlier in the thread, for some it may flick the switch, for others it may not.
Anyhow, we obviously have differing views, and I don't think one is right or wrong, even if I disagree with you.
It's not about being taught something, it's playing the game and experiencing it for yourself. Which then makes it easy to relate to when you hear another fellow player speak of how it lifts the bench, swings momentum, etc.
That's my own personal opinion anyhow. But like I said earlier in the thread, for some it may flick the switch, for others it may not.
Anyhow, we obviously have differing views, and I don't think one is right or wrong, even if I disagree with you.
It's not about being taught something, it's playing the game and experiencing it for yourself. Which then makes it easy to relate to when you hear another fellow player speak of how it lifts the bench, swings momentum, etc.
That's my own personal opinion anyhow. But like I said earlier in the thread, for some it may flick the switch, for others it may not.
Anyhow, we obviously have differing views, and I don't think one is right or wrong, even if I disagree with you.
Whats the deal with the "sniper" moniker from Noel during practice?
And any reports on his skating?
JP
Whats the deal with the "sniper" moniker from Noel during practice?
And any reports on his skating?
JP
Whats the deal with the "sniper" moniker from Noel during practice?
And any reports on his skating?
JP
Apparently he scored a couple goals including one on a breakaway.
I believe Noel called Thor "Sniper" for a while last year too.
He also refers to the Slater / Scheifele line as the first line. He is just goofing around.
I vote for, "The Hands Team."PST line (or STP). Either way sounds as good as GST.