I’ve never really seen a team like this to be honest. That can dominate teams so completely and still find ways to lose. It must be a mental thing at this point.
The goalies almost on cue let in one of the first 3 shots. Which leaves the team walking on egg shells.
Players have zero finish. On multiple scoring opportunities. They are horrendous at scoring.
Inevitable collapse anytime the pressure ramps up.
Just a mentally weak group. Very frustrating to watch. But in many ways also very predictable. I called exactly what was going to happen in the 3rd period. Because I’ve seen it play out so many times this year. Over and over again.
Hard one to figure out. But the goaltending, scoring and leadership need to be sorted out in the offseason. Although they have blown so many opportunities this season I don’t think they are that far off. They have a lot of good players. It’s just figuring out the changes to make to get the most out of them. Effort is not the problem. They can play with anyone. But as a group it simply isn’t working.
Mind boggling team.
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