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Originally Posted by AC
Ward came out yesterday and pretty staunchly defended Tkachuk.
What did you want him to do to add fuel to the fire?
I'm more concerned that Tkachuk famously "arrived" against Colorado Game 1 after being called out a bit by the media for not doing anything previously in the playoffs and then disappeared offensively the rest of the series. Game 1 vs WPG compared to Game 2 felt very similar.
Need to see more killer instinct from most of the team, but Tkachuk is the one guy that absolutely should lead the team in the playoffs.
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Ward's response was super calm. What Maurice said was unprofessional. He dragged Tkachuk through the mud and created a media circus, it was a solid coach move.
Ward responded calmly, and so did his team today. Business as usual. The Jets elevated their play, the Flames didn't. This team struggles hugely in elevating their game during intense times. Do something to try and help. Find a way to spark your team the way Maurice did with his team.