Great game! Loved that second line especially. Having a player like Kadri up the middle is such a boost for this team. Slots Backlund as a 2b/3a center that can still play well against other teams’ top guys.
Huberdeau was making some nice plays out there too… that pass on the powerplay was sweet. Think he and his linemates have to adjust to each other a bit still. Huberdeau and Gaudreau are both amazing playmakers but they do have different styles. Huberdeau seems to draw guys into him and look to find his teammates in motion. Gaudreau, on the other hand, seemed to use his speed/quickness to create space for himself and find his teammates that way. I think Lindholm and Toffoli may need more movement in their game to find those open spots. They’ll adjust though. Both are smart players with a knack for scoring goals.
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