Monahan and lindholm look beyond useless, at least they weren't liabilities.
The book on the flames is out. Just play a trap game and hope to get some pp chances to make good on, as the flames aren't a great pk team.
In a 7 game series, when teams are just going to play that tight checking, clog up the neutral zone type game, only way to counter is to keep making their d turn to retrieve pucks and apply pressure in an effort to win the puck back.
How many forwards do the flames have that can be effective on the forecheck? 3m line is good, Hathaway, ryan.
Flames miss Bennett, as he can be a definite difference maker in this regard.
If neal can't make plays, can't get in on the forecheck, I just have no clue about what he actually provides this team.
I kinda wish they played again tomorrow. Might have seen some more desperation in their game.
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