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Originally Posted by 2ArmBands
Thought the game was fine. They brought a compete level that we have rarely seen this season. I think they deserve to win that game most nights. I’d have to challenge anyone that says this game was just like all the others and “same old” Ward team. It wasn’t. Probably 90% of the big hits this team had dished all year happened last night. The transition is clearly already happening and I’m not worried. The direction is clear and I think it will pay immediate dividends.
It’s pretty obvious they give McDavid way too much respect. The game winning goal and how Rasmus played it basically summarizes how conservative they are playing him. It’s not working.
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I agree you can't let McDavid build up speed. But don't see what Rasmus did wrong on the game winner. You let him try to beat Markstrom from that angle every time. Clever disguised shot. Caught Markstrom deep in his net. You don't see him beat like that from a spot like that often, let alone at such a critical juncture. Not a terrible goal but one I'm sure he feels bad about and you expect him to stop.