Sanford?
WHY
Vrana I feel fits Bura's profile much better.
Tim McDonough @mcdonough23 17m17 minutes ago
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How good are @Capitals right now? Scored 6 tonight and Ovechkin didn't even have a shot... only 7th time in his career he has gone without 1
Why did Ovi play only 13 minutes?
I'm watching the csn replay right now where it's the "Caps in 30" and after backstroms empty netter they show team on bench and everyone is super happy but Ovi has a stare/upset look to him.
Why did Ovi play only 13 minutes?
I'm watching the csn replay right now where it's the "Caps in 30" and after backstroms empty netter they show team on bench and everyone is super happy but Ovi has a stare/upset look to him.
Backstrom is now 3rd in the league in scoring and 3 pts off of Crosby/McDavid...
I don't think Ovi would be upset at anyone but himself in this situation. He had a poor game, low ice time etc. A forgettable night for him, I'm sure he'll be that much better in the next game against the Wings.
Agree about Burka's injury, it really sucks. 3rd line has been incredible for a month and Burka is a huge part of that success. The ONLY positive is Vrana plays a similar style to Burka, with a bit more "jam" to his game. Hopefully after the break he is called up, slotted into that line and they don't miss a beat.
Worse case scenario, their are exactly two months left in the season, hopefully that is enough time for Burka to heal and play a few games before the playoffs start.
Oh and note to NHL forwards, stop blocking shots, let the Michelin tire man behind you handle it.
Well, good news is there should be no damage to Bura's joints, maybe a broken bone. But there should be some swelling and they possibly don't know what it is yet. A month or so maximum. Could be worse!
If it's a bruise he's back in a week.
A slash to Kuzy's wrist was more dangerous.
I can't post my thoughts on Burt's hands until txMD weighs in.
I don't think Ovi would be upset at anyone but himself in this situation. He had a poor game, low ice time etc. A forgettable night for him, I'm sure he'll be that much better in the next game against the Wings.