Post-Game Talk: Sens win 3-2 vs Toronto

[Senscore]

Oh good, the "Spezza is lazy" bullocks rears its ugly head again

If you can't see a difference in the edge he plays with now vs how he used to be idk what to tell you.

It wasn't laziness, but he always had trouble with aggressive play and seemed unwilling to do a lot of the dirty work necessary to go the extra mile.

What I see today is a slower guy with a lot more battle than he used to have when he played for us. Such a pity.

 

[Wondercarrot]

But in other news…

Do they have a new social media person?
Between that & the Brady Wolf of Wall Street “THE SHOW GOES ON” video into the introduction I’d say they had a great day.

 

[Joeyjoejoe]

Late to watching the game but what an awesome night. Not much to complain about except that 3rd but whatever.

Stutzle looked great and could have had like 3 goals in that 2nd period alone. I was beginning to worry cuz that preseason was horrendous and fumbling the puck all the time.

Pinto also looked awesome in that 2nd.

Norris kinda quiet.
Batherson made some nice subtle plays
Kelly really noticeable as well.
Liked Stanford’s game a lot more than I did of his preseasons.

The only negative is Josh Brown, every time that dude is on the ice the most dangerous chances against happen. I really don’t get what the hell DJ sees in this dude. He is slow, dumb and doesn’t even use his size to clear the net or help himself defensively.

lol Tavares the whining snake, useless underachiever.

Go sens go baby

 

[Wallet Inspector]

If you can't see a difference in the edge he plays with now vs how he used to be idk what to tell you.

It wasn't laziness, but he always had trouble with aggressive play and seemed unwilling to do a lot of the dirty work necessary to go the extra mile.

What I see today is a slower guy with a lot more battle than he used to have when he played for us. Such a pity.

Spezza basically became a scapegoat after the cup final despite being our best forward.

 

[DrEasy]

Wooo
View attachment 470648

Is this the New Zone? Certainly looks unfamiliar to me!

 

[RAFI BOMB]

Pinto was the most impressive player for the Sens today. He had some great scoring chances and deserved to score a goal (or a few). It is really starting to look like he has very high upside. I am really looking forward to seeing how he develops this season.

 

[6stringmofo]

BTW I still have a man crush on Spezza

 

[Langdon Alger]

Spezza basically became a scapegoat after the cup final despite being our best forward.

Oh come on, Alfredsson was clearly our best forward.

 

[ReginKarlssonLehner]

Two things clearly stood out to me in a significant way:

Chabot and Pinto.

Pinto... he is going to be something special for us. Playing with the poise of a 30 year old veteran with skill and responsibility. He could have netted a hattrick.

Chabot.. we are going to truly see how special he is now with a very competent partner and actual firepower to work with. Chabot was everything this game until we took over again in that 2nd period segment.

Forsberg with an excellent showing but we had significantly more dangerous scoring chances.

Stutzle is going to be a star, Batherson was a clear catalyst on his line and was laying down the law. Holden was very impressive and made some excellent plays. Sanford played how you would want your 3rd liner to play.

It was just a great, great game. If we signed/acquired an actual top 4, this team could compete for playoffs.

 

[Beville]

View attachment 470644

Who dat?

 

[Philadelphia Collins]

-Holden has been a nice surprise so far, has a nice first pass and stopped the cycle a few times. Could be a nice partner for Branny on the 3rd pair soon

-Josh Brown still not as good as DJ remembers from junior

-Mete is fast as hell, forgot that

-loved Paul-Pinto-Brown, wonder if it sticks after Brady’s back

-Tierney looked so bad tonight, I actually laughed when he scored

 

[Langdon Alger]

If Logan Shaw is only going to play 5 minutes, we’re definitely acquiring a centre at some point.

 

[Alex The Loyal]

That 3rd period was ROUGH but otherwise, I'm well happy with that game. Just an overall good day to be a Sens. And we hardly ever have one of those

 

[NyQuil]

Spezza basically became a scapegoat after the cup final despite being our best forward.

Best centre.

And I think a lot of fingers were pointed at Heatley who despite the points lacked the competitiveness of his linemates.

Spezza would go on to Captain the team and then subtly ask to leave when it was clear that the team needed another rebuild that he didn't want to wait around for in his advanced years.

 

[bert]

Late to watching the game but what an awesome night. Not much to complain about except that 3rd but whatever.

Stutzle looked great and could have had like 3 goals in that 2nd period alone. I was beginning to worry cuz that preseason was horrendous and fumbling the puck all the time.

Pinto also looked awesome in that 2nd.

Norris kinda quiet.
Batherson made some nice subtle plays
Kelly really noticeable as well.
Liked Stanford’s game a lot more than I did of his preseasons.

The only negative is Josh Brown, every time that dude is on the ice the most dangerous chances against happen. I really don’t get what the hell DJ sees in this dude. He is slow, dumb and doesn’t even use his size to clear the net or help himself defensively.

lol Tavares the whining snake, useless underachiever.

Go sens go baby

Weird to actually judge a player based on regular season play... Thought the 4th line was good last night. Sanford was on the puck and ripped a couple really hard shots.

Brown was horrid in pre season and was by far the biggest liability out there last night. No clue how DJ can justify continuing to play him over MDZ or Brannstrom... I get they want someone that will drop the gloves but he can't play in this league. The amount of time he turned the puck over with little to no pressure was not national league.

I also don't get the obsession over Zaitsev. He just really struggles. Every time he plays with a different partner they seem to struggle too. He does the opposite of what Zub and Holden do which is elevate.

If Logan Shaw is only going to play 5 minutes, we’re definitely acquiring a centre at some point.

I didn't think he was that bad to be honest. But they still need to get someone.

Thought Tierney played really well by his standards last night.

 

[Rodzilla]

Nylander was everywhere tonight, he’s always open and he is always in the perfect position to distribute the puck, and crazy lower body strength. His body is always open and pointing the perfect direction to make slick plays look easy. Easily their second best player after AM. Really impressive showing.

He is very good. I got into a big argument with friends saying I dont think he is way worse than Marner altough Marner is very good and plays on the PK. Compare the salaries, give Nylander the same opportunities and id be curious to see how he does. Very nice player. More of a shooter than Marner but just saying ever since in Toronto one has way better linemates and opportunities.

 

[topshelf15]

Pinto was the most impressive player for the Sens today. He had some great scoring chances and deserved to score a goal (or a few). It is really starting to look like he has very high upside. I am really looking forward to seeing how he develops this season.

His defensive zone play was also outstanding ,helping the defense low in the corners... Tracking and covering forwards to the net,this kid is real good

 

[topshelf15]

Weird to actually judge a player based on regular season play... Thought the 4th line was good last night. Sanford was on the puck and ripped a couple really hard shots.

Brown was horrid in pre season and was by far the biggest liability out there last night. No clue how DJ can justify continuing to play him over MDZ or Brannstrom... I get they want someone that will drop the gloves but he can't play in this league. The amount of time he turned the puck over with little to no pressure was not national league.

I also don't get the obsession over Zaitsev. He just really struggles. Every time he plays with a different partner they seem to struggle too. He does the opposite of what Zub and Holden do which is elevate.

I didn't think he was that bad to be honest. But they still need to get someone.

Thought Tierney played really well by his standards last night.

So many blind passes up the middle that would get picked off...I think he was the scariest one on the defense with the puck

 

[topshelf15]

Oh come on, Alfredsson was clearly our best forward.

Yep,not even close

 

[Adrianopolous]

Spezza isn't young anymore, so he knows that he needs to put in more effort for similar / slightly less result. Doesn't matter much on the PP though, he's still elite at that. He also doesn't face the best opposing matchups anymore.

It feels like he's been on the Leafs longer than the Sens now unfortunately..

 

[topshelf15]

Also who had a sneaky good game was Formenton so many rushes and pressure on Leaf defenders last night...Such a unique top 9 player,fast with a bit of an edge

 

[SensFan1010]

Thoughts:

Mete: Well offensively made a bad missed clear attempt on the pk that lead to a goal

Zaitsev: Not an awful all around game but a few bone head moves in the D zone

Jbrown: Should not be in the line up

Form/ Pinto: Stellar games pinto couldnt buy a goal

Norris: Quiet but top line still looked real good withoutt our captain

 

[Xspyrit]

MTL are hot garbage plus they don’t even have their first round pick

Wait, they don’t? How could I forget this so fast?

So we can actually cheer that they finish bottom of the standings?

 

[WORLDSTARHIPHOP]

Watch the last 30 seconds of this and the boys reaction to Brady coming back in the locker room. Well worth the overpay. That Chabot hug, clearly you can see how much Brady means to the team.

 

[WORLDSTARHIPHOP]

Someone GIF that chabot hug STAT