They've got some speedy forwards. Dump & chase shouldn't be a problem for them at all. That's why it was surprising to me.They've been doing this most of the year, but usually sprinkle in more drop passes through the neutral zone. If a team clogs the blue line, they've proven time and time again that they won't adjust and will just keep trying it.
After reading a few pages of this thread, I think blaming AV is a bit much. The players didn't show up for most of the game, although I will say that in spite of that, there were a number of chances which could easily have gone in.
I suspect there will be a much higher sense of urgency from the whole roster next game. For their sake, they should stop wanting to destroy MTL players. That strategy almost never worked when the Habs played the Bruins so I doubt it'd be fruitful now.
By far, the best player has been Zucc. My biggest disappointment has been Kreider. Although 6'3" he's playing surprisingly "small" and timidly. From a power-forward, I was a bit taken aback at that. Other thing that's clearly obvious is King Lunqvist's frustration. His body language is emphatic. In my view, he's been lights out, all things considered. On some plays, he was left to himself. Maybe he hasn't had a season up to his standards, but he showed in Game 1 that he can still shine. But no goalie can steal an entire series, realistically speaking. He needs help from his teammates playing in front of him.