Quote:
Originally Posted by bubbsy
He absolutely was the key piece on the first goal.
He's the only guy on the flames that is supposed to be a top tier player.
He wasn't anywhere near Mathews, marner, nylander who were creating a ton all night.
That's been the case every single game this year. He played on the second line last year. Maybe he's an elite player behind the alphas. Nothing wrong with that, but that isn't what the flames need or is worth the price tag.
I'm 40, I want to see the flames win a cup before I die. His contract could be the reason the next decade could be a waste. I have every right, as a fan, to be annoyed...
|
Yeah, it's definitely not off to a great start...but also, Lindholm hasn't been stellar, and Toffoli isn't fast enough to create rush plays...and look at the play tonight. Huberdeau makes plays at pace. Perhaps grinding the puck in the corner endlessly isn't the best offensive strategy for great players?
When players come here and all of a sudden don't perform...it's not always on the player exclusively. There's more to the formula.