GDT: Sharks vs Ducks 7:30pm Adventure lineup!
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Yeah it was about even. Though, the Sharks did bring a prius to a tank fight. Can't trust this team in a real battle or a tank battle.
But Anaheim knows how to tank in style. They had nice execution for a total of about 20 min, had some fun, then called it a road trip, smiles all around.
I had a slightly different quandary. I wasn't sure if Boughner intentionally let the younger players open it up in the neutral zone or if Anaheim just didn't bother playing defense.
Sharksrule04
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tahoesharksfan
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I'm really trying to not be that guy who roots for a tank for a good draft pick but it is hard to fight the urge.
Happy for Leonard
Happy for Leonard
Pavelski2112
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I don't see it as a bad thing. Sometimes it's better to look long-term when your short-term options aren't working.
LadyStanley
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That... is hilarious.
I would be honored to share the spoils with you buddy!
Mark it down... This is the beginning of the rally on this dog turd of a season!
...Ok, maybe not, but that's a lot more like what I expected out of the team this season.
Clearly EK65 is the problem.
That's about as desperate as I've seen the team play. More of that please. All you guys saying they got outplayed in this game, you're clearly high. They were the better team thru out and they dominated the 2nd period for a change. Nice of them to try playing well in the 2nd for once. I thought all 4 lines looked pretty good. Meier and Hertl were both on their game. Once the 2 new D got their bearing later in the 1st I liked their physical play along with Knyzhov out muscling dudes. Shit even Vlasic looked half competent most of the game. Wonders never cease. Kane, Couture and Labanc showed some nice chemistry on a number of plays. The offense looked completely different from most games this season. They played fast and chipped and chased a lot more. They skated hard in all 3 zones and when there were breakdowns, that Jones guy actually got in the way of the puck. With any amount of good luck at all Jones should have had a shutout. From my perspective that's 2 games in a row that he hasn't given up a goal he should have stopped. If this guy shows up more often and this effort from the skaters shows up I like their chances of actually full-filling my prediction. Sharks are right there within striking distance of that 4th playoff spot. Yes, yes, so is every other team in the division. Point being that they are keeping up as of now and showing signs of getting their game in order. 
...Ok, maybe not, but that's a lot more like what I expected out of the team this season.
Clearly EK65 is the problem.
That's about as desperate as I've seen the team play. More of that please. All you guys saying they got outplayed in this game, you're clearly high. They were the better team thru out and they dominated the 2nd period for a change. Nice of them to try playing well in the 2nd for once. I thought all 4 lines looked pretty good. Meier and Hertl were both on their game. Once the 2 new D got their bearing later in the 1st I liked their physical play along with Knyzhov out muscling dudes. Shit even Vlasic looked half competent most of the game. Wonders never cease. Kane, Couture and Labanc showed some nice chemistry on a number of plays. The offense looked completely different from most games this season. They played fast and chipped and chased a lot more. They skated hard in all 3 zones and when there were breakdowns, that Jones guy actually got in the way of the puck. With any amount of good luck at all Jones should have had a shutout. From my perspective that's 2 games in a row that he hasn't given up a goal he should have stopped. If this guy shows up more often and this effort from the skaters shows up I like their chances of actually full-filling my prediction. Sharks are right there within striking distance of that 4th playoff spot. Yes, yes, so is every other team in the division. Point being that they are keeping up as of now and showing signs of getting their game in order.
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Yup, plan on enjoying it! I think the Blues are a team they match up well against this season for whatever reason. The first 2 games the Sharks could have won both. Gotta just throw the Avs ones out, those are gonna be ugly unless someone sacrifices a chicken. Vegas should be losses but we'll have to see who shows up for both teams. Sharks won the 5 on 5 against Vegas last game. Going to be interesting to see how much last change comes into play in the home games.
EDIT: Actually looks like they're adding a Minn game on the 22nd (?) so a little reprieve... Oh wait, I forgot they're "vastly superior" so I guess that's just another guaranteed loss.
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slocal
Dude...what?
This gif is silly now that the post quoted has been edited.
Hahahahaaaa, I wish it wasn't edited. That is CLASSIC
I wouldn't worry too much about it. This draft isn't important to tank for and they're likely to get there even if they win a game here and there. I don't mind winning or losing this season. I'm just looking at progression for players. It's the how and why they win or lose that can bug me. How they lost to Vegas was atrocious. I'm glad they came out with a little more sharpness in their game but the Ducks aren't a good team either so take it with a grain of salt. They will certainly get tested these next nine games.
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Thank me in advance for trading Jones away in my fantasy pool lol. He finally had a game under 3 goals
themelkman
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Not to say EK is 100% dragging us down, but his advanced stats are horrendous. Defensively he is a lot worse than most of our guys, and hes not getting points like he can either.
STL Shark
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I usually think Kurz is full of hot garbage, but his tweet re: Boughner's praise of Labanc actually made a lot of sense. Seems like Labanc has really rounded out his game more this year. Scoring is not coming in droves, but his usage is a total 180 from prior seasons while his underlying numbers continue to get better. Starting only 40.6% of his shifts in the offensive zone, yet his CFrel FFrel are both higher than even his lofty numbers from 2019-20 and he's still a positive xGF player. If he keeps playing like this, the points will come and that contract won't look so puzzling.
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tiburon12
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Kurz is a great story teller, its just some of his hockey takes that are bad. When he is summarizing other's opinions through the lens of a story, such as this article, he is great.
I've noticed Labanc be significantly more engaged with the play over previous years. He seems to be coasting less and making smarter decisions with the puck. Points would be nice, but i wouldn't highlight him as a problem this year like i would for other players not putting up points
Levie
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They are planning on making the playoffs in fantasy.
hohosaregood
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He's definitely playing to the level you would expect of his contract. Just kinda unfortunate that that level is like complementary top 6 player when we need a higher end play driver.
PacificOceanPotion
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The more I watch Ferraro the more I appreciate him as a player. Definitely a bright spot during a rough year.
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