North Bay Battalion 2018-19 Season Thread (Part 2)

[Otto]

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[Olden]

What a pathetic game.

 

[Samee987]

What a pathetic game.

To be expected. News flash " we are not that good.

Tough game for #20 on D at -5. From a year ago, quote "Some OHL scouts consider Henderson a defenceman who could fit into the mold of a Cam Dineen in the future which is good news for the Battalion.

 

[Wolfman Jack]

To be expected. News flash " we are not that good.

Tough game for #20 on D at -5. From a year ago, quote "Some OHL scouts consider Henderson a defenceman who could fit into the mold of a Cam Dineen in the future which is good news for the Battalion.

How did Malik do?

WJ

 

[View from section 9]

To be expected. News flash " we are not that good.

Tough game for #20 on D at -5. From a year ago, quote "Some OHL scouts consider Henderson a defenceman who could fit into the mold of a Cam Dineen in the future which is good news for the Battalion.

LMAO. Some scouts = Battalion scouts

 

[nelli27]

In your defense, I would say that was a very gassed Battalion squad, and the team certainly did not play to their potential. 3 in 3 is always tough.

 

[Lycanthrope]

In your defense, I would say that was a very gassed Battalion squad, and the team certainly did not play to their potential. 3 in 3 is always tough.

Every team goes through it, especially us Northern teams. You guys probably not so much. Wolves just won 6-2 with a three in less than three.

 

[The Prophet]

A few post on the Baytoday that are a good read.
Brazeau breaks franchise single-season goal scoring record in one sided loss - BayToday.ca

 

[Samee987]

Funny how after 20 years in Brampton, they had zero 50 goal scorers and now we have had 2 in 6 years.

 

[hardclimate]

Wondering how the schedule-maker figures that three home games within four days would do anything to promote attendance.

 

[SeniorJuniorFan]

You are right, HC. While the team has occasionally played 3 or 4 in a row at home, I don’t recall the games ever being packed into a 3 in 4 days scenario. Possibly the elusive target of 1999 will be within reach. If so, I suspect it will take place Fri. vs. NIA: a non-standard night plus a “no-hoper”. I think the ‘dogs should be an attraction in view of being an excellent hockey team with a number of stellar players and well worth seeing. However, if you require a Battalion win in order to attend, this might not be the game.

Tonight vs. OS might be OK enough attendance-wise in view of it being an Attack / Battalion alumni game. And Sun. should bring a number of SUD fans to help the numbers.

Note to 987: The Battalion were in Brampton 15 years, not 20.

 

[SeniorJuniorFan]

The pre-game roster sheet does not include either Hardwick or Jackson. I wonder if this means one or both of Chenier / Walker will return to the lineup. Hopefully BC24 will be back, the team sure could use the help.

Adam McMaster has 1 goal (and 16 points) in 26 games with OS, Mitch Russell has 6 goals (and 9 points) in 23 with NB.

 

[WaW]

You are right, HC. While the team has occasionally played 3 or 4 in a row at home, I don’t recall the games ever being packed into a 3 in 4 days scenario. Possibly the elusive target of 1999 will be within reach. If so, I suspect it will take place Fri. vs. NIA: a non-standard night plus a “no-hoper”. I think the ‘dogs should be an attraction in view of being an excellent hockey team with a number of stellar players and well worth seeing. However, if you require a Battalion win in order to attend, this might not be the game.

Tonight vs. OS might be OK enough attendance-wise in view of it being an Attack / Battalion alumni game. And Sun. should bring a number of SUD fans to help the numbers.

Note to 987: The Battalion were in Brampton 15 years, not 20.

I'll be one of those Sudbury fans in attendance Sunday!

 

[Tarantula]

Always enjoyed the drive and game at a old rink like North Bay, plus the people up North are great folks. Great road trip everytime I go to the Big Nickel, N Bay, or the Soo. Incredibly beautiful in the summer as well.

 

[SpezzaNoLookDropPass]

David Maier not dressed or listed as a scratch. Another import pick gone?

 

[MartyHuggins]

8 even strength goals against, must have set another record!!!

 

[SpezzaNoLookDropPass]

What an embarrassment #4 and #20 should not be on the ice.

 

[View from section 9]

I hope Niagara puts up 12 tomorrow. It is possible.

No leadership either on the ice or behind the bench. Another sad display, don't look now but Barrir is only 3 points back. We are going to miss the playoffs folks.

 

[View from section 9]

And whomever thinks #20 is an OHL caliber player needs to follow a new sport.

 

[SpezzaNoLookDropPass]

And whomever thinks #20 is an OHL caliber player needs to follow a new sport.

Guys laying on the ice or passing to the other team at least once per shift. #4 is missing pucks constantly.

 

[SeniorJuniorFan]

Well folks, there you have a game presented in 3D: Demoralizing, Discouraging and Depressing. A sort of mid-pack team with (now) 62 points traded away their top 4 players, 3 of whom are among the best in the league. And they took the Battalion to school, from clean D-zone exits, to clean O-zone entrances, passing, shooting, skating, team speed, goaltending, etc., etc., etc.

Actually the opening 5 minute or so sequence leading up to the NB goal was one of the Troops’ best sustained efforts at home this season. But things sure came off the rails in a big way thereafter.

I suspect ownership and management are still trying to figure out why no one goes to the games.

 

[View from section 9]

Well folks, there you have a game presented in 3D: Demoralizing, Discouraging and Depressing. A sort of mid-pack team with (now) 62 points traded away their top 4 players, 3 of whom are among the best in the league. And they took the Battalion to school, from clean D-zone exits, to clean O-zone entrances, passing, shooting, skating, team speed, goaltending, etc., etc., etc.

Actually the opening 5 minute or so sequence leading up to the NB goal was one of the Troops’ best sustained efforts at home this season. But things sure came off the rails in a big way thereafter.

I suspect ownership and management are still trying to figure out why no one goes to the games.

It's so bad that people don't show up when it's a 33% discount.

Great idea just far too little, far too late.

They're gone at the end of next season imo. Then they can go and blame a 3rd city for the fact they don't seem to have a clue how to attract and retain a fan base.

 

[barclayplager]

..brady lyle would be our top d.

 

[Poster man]

On the upside Mr. Bourdon won the 50/50 $2,317.00

 

[Millpond]

..brady lyle would be our top d.

Brady has been a solid addition to the Attack blueline. He's quietly put up decent offensive numbers this season and with the departure of Durzi and Phillips to Guelph, Brady slots in at #1 or 2 every night .