Post-Game Talk: MTL @ Caps 7pm / 10-7-17 / Home Opener

[Corby78]

Holtby going to end up with a 40+ save night. Would rather not see him face that many shots.

 

[AtNightWeFly]

Stamkos not that long ago AFAIR

 

[Alexander the Gr8]

Holtby going to end up with a 40+ save night. Would rather not see him face that many shots.

Most of these shots were harmless shots from 45ft out. The Habs put the puck on goal as soon as they cross the blue line.

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

Well they practically have the same hairdo.

 

[ovikovy817]

Ovi 100% on FO this year

Btw. 0 hits for him too this year. At least those hits That he likes to provide

 

[hockeykicker]

thought they were supposed to be bad?

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

thought they were supposed to be bad?

We suck at sucking, we’re THAT bad.

 

[Corby78]

thought they were supposed to be bad?

This was supposed to be a tank year for draft picks.......

 

[Holtbyisms]

Impressive game all around. Chorney and Ness still sketch me out when we play tougher competition though. Not sure they can handle it. Like Beagle playing nasty this game with no Willy on ice. Walker played with his usual edge too, congrats for the butt goal too! Most of the goals he scores in his career are probably going to be gritty/lucky goals so might as well start it off with one. Holtby looked outstanding when tested. Ovechkin continues to impress. Kuznetsov too. I know Vrana missed the wide open net but he's played really well the first two games. Absolutely no reason to take him off that line right now.

Go Caps!

 

[Brian23]

I'm curious what this team will look like when Ovechkin isn't playing like it's 2008. They're a good team, but they need to get Bowey up and probably find another 6 if they're not gonna give Djoos a shot.

 

[Dr John Carlson]

Thought Walker looked nervous with the puck, as can probably be expected in his first game.

Ness and Chorney were a little better tonight but still pretty weak. Djoos deserves a chance soon.

 

[Alexander the Gr8]

I'm curious what this team will look like when Ovechkin isn't playing like it's 2008. They're a good team, but they need to get Bowey up and probably find another 6 if they're not gonna give Djoos a shot.

It's not just Ovi, it's the whole line that's on fire. Kuzy is dancing like he normally does and Vrana is showing his skill at the NHL level.

Djoos will get some games, and then Bowey will get his turn too. They're going to need some games under their belt, Trotz needs to get them ready for the playoffs.

 

[g00n]

First two games of the season have been great. I hope the last two are as good.

 

[Corby78]

First two games of the season have been great. I hope the last two are as good.

Well now you just screwed us.

 

[Ovechkins Wodka]

Pretty awesome couple of hours with Harper and Ovie

 

[hockeykicker]

 

[twabby]

These first two games are why it has been so frustrating seeing Kuznetsov and Ovechkin apart for the majority of the past two seasons. They clearly have a fantastic chemistry and their line is always dynamic, even if they are a little weak defensively. Of course this insane scoring pace isn’t going to continue but their underlying play has always been top notch. Kuznetsov is just ridiculous at setting up quality chances and Ovechkin is a...decent finisher.

Most of the defenders were shaky tonight but it’s really hard to draw conclusions when the game was pretty much decided after 3 minutes. Score effects are a bitch.

 

[bur and 666 others]

What a night, fellas. Ovie's 4th goals and Walker's first goal. That was fun. Nice surprise from the caps. though still think ovie is covering major holes in this team so far. can't wait when bowey and djoos in the lineup.

 

[hockeykicker]

 

[bur and 666 others]

caps need to bring her in the playoffs!!!

 

[Coldplay619]

These first two games are why it has been so frustrating seeing Kuznetsov and Ovechkin apart for the majority of the past two seasons. They clearly have a fantastic chemistry and their line is always dynamic, even if they are a little weak defensively. Of course this insane scoring pace isn’t going to continue but their underlying play has always been top notch. Kuznetsov is just ridiculous at setting up quality chances and Ovechkin is a...decent finisher.

Most of the defenders were shaky tonight but it’s really hard to draw conclusions when the game was pretty much decided after 3 minutes. Score effects are a bitch.

Yep.

That combo isn't fair.

They're basically tap-ins for Ovi.

 

[Alexander the Gr8]

What a night, fellas. Ovie's 4th goals and Walker's first goal. That was fun. Nice surprise from the caps. though still think ovie is covering major holes in this team so far. can't wait when bowey and djoos in the lineup.

That has been his job for the past 12 years. When the Caps are in trouble, it's almost always #8 to the rescue. He hasn't done that at all last year, so it's good to see him being dominant in a game again.

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

Oh yeah Ovy’s totally going to score like this all season. Just as simple as flipping the switch and pairing him with Kuzy.

Just enjoy the start and stop lobbying for I told you so positioning.

 

[Carlzner]

caps need to bring her in the playoffs!!!

I can already picture the giant marketing campaign to bring her in for game 7, and then...

 

[hockeykicker]

Was with Bauer the past few years