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Originally Posted by Enoch Root
They suck because, randomness! Great.
Except no, it's not luck. Their style of play at home is terrible - too focused on trying to make the great play and not focused enough on simplifying the game. They lack the commitment to defensive play that permeates their road play.
On the road, they play a simple, solid game. Getting outshot is no big surprise considering last change. But shot attempts interest me little.
Their home woes are not going to turn around because their shooting percentage will creep up. It will turn around when they play a smarter brand of hockey.
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Not sure my summary was randomness.
If you want to ignore numbers and say they suck, you can certainly do that. But a dig into the numbers says their goaltender isn't as good on home ice, that's the principal reason for not winning at home this year, and I doubt the guy has trouble with the air in Calgary.
Sometimes you get a run of games that just go a certain way, and the team is in the plus column away from home but can't buy a break when they play at the dome.
All the numbers support that.