Injury Report: MAY 7: Neal, Orpik hopeful for Game 4 returns

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5/6 UPDATE

Not much today. Can't get get a read on line combos with much of the team on a maintenance day.

Both James Neal and Brooks Orpik were full-go during the session, which wasn't the case before Game 3.

This space will be updated as needed.

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[Fordy]

Those two would really change the posture of this team. Extra scoring depth and someone to play physical on D.

 

[KIRK]

Those two would really change the posture of this team. Extra scoring depth and someone to play physical on D.

Can Neal also change the lines beyond Bennett just being scratched?

 

[Sidney the Kidney]

Can Neal also change the lines beyond Bennett just being scratched?

Neal will also ensure that Iginla is moved permanently to LW.

 

[Darth Vitale]

Glad to here Nealer's healing up quick.

 

[HuskerTornado]

Let there be Free Candy.

 

[Sidney BrOSSby*]

Glad to here Nealer's healing up quick.

We're going to be adding additional dimensions to his game. Stay tuned.

 

[Sidney BrOSSby*]

Let there be Free Candy.

I like free candy.

 

[Duck Paddy]

I like free candy.

Oh you do? Do you also like puppies? I have some in the back...

Here's to hoping these 2 are ready soon.

 

[Darth Vitale]

Especially when it clears the crease when it's supposed to.

 

[HuskerTornado]

It clears the crease and does as it's told.

 

[Axman]

It clears the crease and does as it's told.

"It clears the crease or it gets the hose again..."

 

[Randy Butternubs]

It clears the crease and does as it's told.

Would you forecheck me? I'd forecheck me. I'd forecheck me hard. I'd forecheck me so hard.

 

[DoktorZaius]

Man, I didn't know Brendan Morrow was in Silence of the Lambs.

 

[Waffle Fries]

Man, I didn't know Brendan Morrow was in Silence of the Lambs.

I am so glad that I'm not the only one who thought this

 

[roready]

It clears the crease and does as it's told.

Put the ****ing puck in the basket!!!! Or NET!

 

[DoktorZaius]

I am so glad that I'm not the only one who thought this

 

[SHOOTANDSCORE]

Man, I didn't know Brendan Morrow was in Silence of the Lambs.

I'm not sure how he'd feel about the name Buffalo Brenden

 

[Fire Shero*]

Why does it seem like so many people are happy Orpik is returning to the lineup? He's played horribly all season.

 

[plaidchuck]

Why does it seem like so many people are happy Orpik is returning to the lineup? He's played horribly all season.

Hey look at it this way we get someone new to blame, blaming fleury has gotten boring.

 

[Sidney BrOSSby*]

Why does it seem like so many people are happy Orpik is returning to the lineup? He's played horribly all season.

He'll be needed against Boston.

 

[HuskerTornado]

Why does it seem like so many people are happy Orpik is returning to the lineup? He's played horribly all season.

Not all season. He's had a few really good stretches, and it isn't even a discussion whether or not he is among the top 6 D for the Pens.

 

[Jacob]

Orpik was solid until Martin went down. With PM back I think Orpik will be a welcome addition.

 

[Pancakes]

I know this sounds weird but I think where Orpik will really help us is with the break out. After Letang and Martin he's our third best guy at breaking the puck out. Our breakout should improve substantially with Orpik eating up some minutes.

Orpik isn't great at the breakout or anything but he is definitely our third best dman at it so having him in will definitely help in that area.

 

[JimmyTwoTimes]

Orpik has regressed in his career. Not a good year for him. But I'm thinking this layoff will help him. If it isn't an injury that holds him back that is. Same reason I want Kennedy in the lineup over glass. Both him and Orpik were great for us during our runs. Yes I know last year against Philly they were both in , but everything was off.

And I know 09 was a while ago, and both players aren't what they were. But it wouldn't be the first time a player(s) rejuvenated their play in the post season.