Sucky game, sucky ending. Didn't like how Rittich was pulled so early. Maybe it had to do with the practices prior to the game where he wasn't engaged as he usually is. Both goals were bad, but he wasn't really given a chance to work out of it. The 2nd goal was a pretty stellar play by Burns to get the puck. 99% of the time the goalie gets it out.
Hamonic is a warrior, but I hope he wasn't rushing himself back only to get injured again. I wouldn't complain if he took a longer break to heal himself. I would hate to see him push himself, only to get injured by the time playoffs come around. That would be a nightmare scenario and I have a sickening feeling that's what's going to happen. Take some time off and heal up for the important games.
Martin Jones put on quite a performance. Ignoring the game before this one, he always seems to play well vs the Flames. I'd be interested to see his numbers when he plays us. The Hertl line was dominant too. Every shift seemed to be in the Flames zone. And like Kane or not, damn he was good all game. All I could think was how good he would look in the Flames top 6.
On to the next one. Need a big win vs Canucks Saturday to hold the Sharks back.
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