Wideman and Russell for me were better than Gio and Brodie tonight. And while that is a bit alarming for our top pairing (some real questionable plays from them), it was REALLY good to see some quality hockey from our second pairing! They moved the puck effectively up the ice and in the offensive zone. Hopefully Wideman can get the PP going. If anyone, I'd trust him to put home a bomb before this trip is done.
I've been very meh about Colborne since he came here, but the past few weeks he's been doing a lot more than keeping the bench warm. I may finally be warming up to him. He needs to keep it going.
I see Shore has been very sheltered. Makes sense, but they should try him on the PP. I've heard he's a pretty good playmaker, and not like the PP is doing anything lately.
Gaudreau has been holding his own, but I'd like to see him utilizing his creativity out there more. Haven't had many wow moments lately, which is unlike him. But it's already a very long season for him.
I'm confident Monahan will more than make up any offense lost with Glencross given the way he's playing, which is exactly what we needed from him on this crucial trip.
If Ortio can hold the fort in LA, then they should be phoning around to clear him a roster spot. You run with the guy that gives you the best chance.
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