North Bay Battalion 2021-2022 Season Thread (Part 2)
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Dogs fan chiming in wondering if your club has any injuries coming into this series? Heard Coe might be out but it’s likely an illness?
Dogs we’re missing Staios (shoulder/arm), Mysak (shoulder) and Duarte (undisclosed) toward the tail end of the series with the Steelheads.
Apparently Staios is closest to returning of the three which would be huge as he anchors the PP unit and is a threat on the backend whenever he is on the ice.
Mysak was in a sling but shed it recently according to a post on our board. Not sure if we see him at some point in the series. Didn’t think he was having a strong playoff before his injury, however he still is a dangerous player.
Duarte, have no idea what happened to him. Seem fine after game 2 versus the Steelheads but was missing for games 3 & 4. Good energy guy - bottom 6 type, but we have pretty good depth so not a glaring loss.
Looking forward to a good series. Going to be tough, easily the best opponents the Dogs have and will face this playoff regardless. Bulldogs better be prepared as I can certainly see this one going more than the 4 game sweeps they previously had.
I think the winner of this series wins the Championship.
Dogs we’re missing Staios (shoulder/arm), Mysak (shoulder) and Duarte (undisclosed) toward the tail end of the series with the Steelheads.
Apparently Staios is closest to returning of the three which would be huge as he anchors the PP unit and is a threat on the backend whenever he is on the ice.
Mysak was in a sling but shed it recently according to a post on our board. Not sure if we see him at some point in the series. Didn’t think he was having a strong playoff before his injury, however he still is a dangerous player.
Duarte, have no idea what happened to him. Seem fine after game 2 versus the Steelheads but was missing for games 3 & 4. Good energy guy - bottom 6 type, but we have pretty good depth so not a glaring loss.
Looking forward to a good series. Going to be tough, easily the best opponents the Dogs have and will face this playoff regardless. Bulldogs better be prepared as I can certainly see this one going more than the 4 game sweeps they previously had.
I think the winner of this series wins the Championship.
A quiet player, didn’t stand out for me. Mostly noticed him defensively. Not what I would want for a 1st overall pick though I’m sure he will have a solid NHL career.
trading all those picks for roger sure wasnt an answer, theres a reason why he was a 6d in london
The last time the Battalion made it to the third round they were gone in five to Guelph. Unless the hockey gods have other ideas, the general opinion seems to be that history will repeat itself vs Hamilton.
If that happens, the regular season showed that it’s not the offense that will sink them - the Troops have enough skilled forwards that can put the puck in the net - it’s the back end. The old-timers in my section often shake their heads when the d make dangerous pass-out mistakes - or are out of position, allowing opposing players time and space in front of the goal. Add to that a number-one goalie who has not been consistent; outstanding in some games - weak in others. Just one s.t.h.’s opinion.
If that happens, the regular season showed that it’s not the offense that will sink them - the Troops have enough skilled forwards that can put the puck in the net - it’s the back end. The old-timers in my section often shake their heads when the d make dangerous pass-out mistakes - or are out of position, allowing opposing players time and space in front of the goal. Add to that a number-one goalie who has not been consistent; outstanding in some games - weak in others. Just one s.t.h.’s opinion.
Agreed re: D-group and goalie, never more evident than in the last couple of minutes Game 5 vs. KGN. Hopefully the scoring will hold up, HAM’s goalie is a 3 time winner of Goalie-of-the-Week and I believe their D-group is pretty stout.
Just to set the record straight, the last time the team went to the conference final (i.e.: 3rd round) it was a 6 game loss to OSH (Memorial Cup winner) in ’15. The previous year the 5 game loss was to GUE in the league final (4th round). Think about that, sports fans – 37GP across 7 rounds of playoffs in the first 2 years. Amazing.
Just to set the record straight, the last time the team went to the conference final (i.e.: 3rd round) it was a 6 game loss to OSH (Memorial Cup winner) in ’15. The previous year the 5 game loss was to GUE in the league final (4th round). Think about that, sports fans – 37GP across 7 rounds of playoffs in the first 2 years. Amazing.
This team has far exceeded my expectations for this season. From worst in the entire CHL to final 4 in OHL. We have 9 rookies playing regular minutes including 3 on D. Blaming the D for the final minute meltdowns? I don't think so!! This season is a total success IMO. Hamilton's lineup is loaded.
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Amazing season thus far for the Troops. They have far exceeded my expectations for such a young group. While we're still playing I do not have any unrealistic predictions for the next round vs a loaded Hamilton team.
Our success should come over the next two years with the vast majority of our core being around for 1 if not both seasons.
Great work Adam Dennis and of course th scouts and coaching staff. Also, whoever found the "new" Sarge, well done, this person doing it has been phenomenal of late.
Go Troops Go
Our success should come over the next two years with the vast majority of our core being around for 1 if not both seasons.
Great work Adam Dennis and of course th scouts and coaching staff. Also, whoever found the "new" Sarge, well done, this person doing it has been phenomenal of late.
Go Troops Go
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Mitch Russell signed a 3 year ELC with the sharks! Well earned
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...a Sarge who can skate.......finally.......evokes character......Amazing season thus far for the Troops. They have far exceeded my expectations for such a young group. While we're still playing I do not have any unrealistic predictions for the next round vs a loaded Hamilton team.
Our success should come over the next two years with the vast majority of our core being around for 1 if not both seasons.
Great work Adam Dennis and of course th scouts and coaching staff. Also, whoever found the "new" Sarge, well done, this person doing it has been phenomenal of late.
Go Troops Go
At least the PK put up a fight for their captain and made Hamilton work for 8 whole seconds before scoring on that PP
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Sure hurts not having our two most physical D in Ladd and Lukin out. The replacements played well enough but we need some physicality to have a chance.
If this is the end of the line for the Troops the fans enjoyed watching a good team have a good season. Lord knows we've seen a lot worse. They have nothing to lose now so it would be a treat to see the P-J-C line play again with DD in goal. There's no shame losing to a stronger team - all you can do is play hard.
Lukin is constantly exposed, cant imagine it better against the best team in the league. Ladd I agree with, unfortunate.
DDV starts next
I’ll make a less bold prediction; Battalion are the first team to win at the Bulldogs in 2022.
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