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The Boy Wonder · 03-22-2021, 05:50 PM

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Originally Posted by btimbit

Yeah Calgary seemed fine playing perimeter hockey that period, even on the PP.

The long lasting habits this team developed under gulutzan will take a while to change.

It is shocking how quickly they just fall back into that passive “possession” system

8sPOT · 03-22-2021, 05:51 PM

Man I think Monahan is playing committed out there. Finishing checks, battling. I don’t get all the hate, I feel like he’s doing what’s asked of him. The points aren’t there but it seems like everything else is.

AC · 03-22-2021, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Yamer

How is Sportsnet able to air a TSN interview?

That's how the 2 networks have done it year-long as the SNET crew isn't actually in Ottawa.

TSN airs Ryan Leslie interviews during Flames home games too.

Burning Beard · 03-22-2021, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by soulchoice

When was the last time Johnny and Mony had a full game, where they were dangerous on the ice? Not just a shift, but the whole game. I literally can’t remember.

Before the all star break that first year with Peters I reckon.

btimbit · 03-22-2021, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Burning Beard

Before the all star break that first year with Peters I reckon.

That sounds about right

GioforPM · 03-22-2021, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Red

No, Ottawa had a few great chances, odd man rushes etc. Flames had one or two chances at most.

Apparently HDC was 3-2 for Ottawa. I dunno from those kinda stats though. I don’t disagree that Ottawa had maybe more of the best chances, because fo a couple breakdowns. Calgary had the puck more.

I think the Monahan and Lindholm lines were actually much better than the Backlund line.

The Cobra · 03-22-2021, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by soulchoice

When was the last time Johnny and Mony had a full game, where they were dangerous on the ice? Not just a shift, but the whole game. I literally can’t remember.

I believe there were new episodes of the Flinstones playing. Those were the days.

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Joborule · 03-22-2021, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by soulchoice

When was the last time Johnny and Mony had a full game, where they were dangerous on the ice? Not just a shift, but the whole game. I literally can’t remember.

That says a lot right there about the top players failing the team.

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Originally Posted by 8sPOT

Man I think Monahan is playing committed out there. Finishing checks, battling. I don’t get all the hate, I feel like he’s doing what’s asked of him. The points aren’t there but it seems like everything else is.

Well that's the problem. He needs to be producing points to justify his role on the team. That's the most important thing he needs to do, and he isn't getting it done. Ultimately it's goals that wins games.

skcli · 03-22-2021, 05:53 PM

What is the least we can expect from this team? Like showing up on time, wearing their skates then play perimeter hockey? These players get a lot of money by just doing the minimum

GioforPM · 03-22-2021, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by 8sPOT

Man I think Monahan is playing committed out there. Finishing checks, battling. I don’t get all the hate, I feel like he’s doing what’s asked of him. The points aren’t there but it seems like everything else is.

He was all over the ice on the PP but 5 on 5 not much.

Lanny_McDonald · 03-22-2021, 05:54 PM

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Originally Posted by 8sPOT

Man I think Monahan is playing committed out there. Finishing checks, battling. I don’t get all the hate, I feel like he’s doing what’s asked of him. The points aren’t there but it seems like everything else is.

Completely agree. And I suspect that Sutter notices that too and is happy with his performance. Take the PP. He battled and recovered multiple pucks that his team mates were too ####ing lazy to battle for. Monahan is a sniper, but he's being forced to play the puck recovery role. Yeah, of course his point totals are going to take a hit. When your playing with Johnny "Pablo Escobar" Gaudreau, and he's blowing snow all night, you're not going to get the puck in scoring areas very much.

MacFlame · 03-22-2021, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by GioforPM

He was all over the ice on the PP but 5 on 5 not much.

Plus, he’s losing 5 on 5 battles a lot. I get that I’m probably biased on his play, but I just don’t see how anyone can defend him at this point.

EVERLAST · 03-22-2021, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Since1984

Really??? FO

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Yeah....Really!!!

What have we won? A participant badge.....tell me ????

Serious +!!

soulchoice · 03-22-2021, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Burning Beard

Before the all star break that first year with Peters I reckon.

Unfortunately you could be correct. It’s crazy how much they and more specifically Johnny has fallen with regard to offensive prowess. I remember when teams would be on the back of their heels trying to defend Johnny’s vision, not McDavid offensive level fear, but still one that was a treat to watch.

Rick M. · 03-22-2021, 05:56 PM

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Originally Posted by skcli

As expected

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Originally Posted by redforever

Anderson"s play has deteriorated playing with Gio this year.

No footspeed on that pairing.

ComixZone · 03-22-2021, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by New Era

Completely agree...

Dude can you quit this !@#$ about drug use. It’s speculative garbage.

GioforPM · 03-22-2021, 05:57 PM

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Originally Posted by New Era

Completely agree. And I suspect that Sutter notices that too and is happy with his performance. Take the PP. He battled and recovered multiple pucks that his team mates were too ####ing lazy to battle for. Monahan is a sniper, but he's being forced to play the puck recovery role. Yeah, of course his point totals are going to take a hit. When your playing with Johnny "Pablo Escobar" Gaudreau, and he's blowing snow all night, you're not going to get the puck in scoring areas very much.

I agree with all of this. I’m thinking Monahan needs to figure out a new scoring spot - the opposition is completely shutting down the usual passes to him. Maybe cross with Johnny and snap a shot from the left.

ETA. Sutter is trusting him on PK and he actually looked fine.

GioforPM · 03-22-2021, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by MacFlame

Plus, he’s losing 5 on 5 battles a lot. I get that I’m probably biased on his play, but I just don’t see how anyone can defend him at this point.

I don’t see that. He’s winning his share of pucks at both ends. Compared with his linemates.

Lanny_McDonald · 03-22-2021, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by ComixZone

Dude can you quit this !@#$ about drug use. It’s speculative garbage.

What the #### are you talking about??? Who said anyone was using drugs?

flamesrule_kipper34 · 03-22-2021, 06:00 PM

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Originally Posted by New Era

Completely agree. And I suspect that Sutter notices that too and is happy with his performance. Take the PP. He battled and recovered multiple pucks that his team mates were too ####ing lazy to battle for. Monahan is a sniper, but he's being forced to play the puck recovery role. Yeah, of course his point totals are going to take a hit. When your playing with Johnny "Pablo Escobar" Gaudreau, and he's blowing snow all night, you're not going to get the puck in scoring areas very much.

Quit it. Unless you actually have facts to back up a comment like that, that is beyond the pale.