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[Your Calgary Flames!]

Originally Posted by FanIn80

I realize were up 6-3, and (perfect timing) Ruzicka just scored, but why has Backlund and Ruzicka played over 10 mins each so far, but no other forward has played more than 8:30?

(And we only had one PK)

Hick

[Manhattanboy]

Trying to practise here Wayne.

[Mathgod]

Imagine if Gaudreau had size.

Ladies & gentleman, Adam Ružička!

[SuperMatt18]

Ruzicka looking so good these last two games just shows how different it is to get minutes with guys like Lindy and Toffoli instead of Lucic and Ritchie on the 4th line.

Playing with confidence and offensive flair he hasn’t shown at his time in the NHL previously. Engaged and working hard too.

Honestly think guys like Phillips, Pelletier, Zary, and maybe Schwindt could show the same if given a top 9 role with good line mates in the future.

[Macindoc]

Originally Posted by fanin80

i realize were up 6-3, and (perfect timing) ruzicka just scored, but why has backlund and ruzicka played over 10 mins each so far, but no other forward has played more than 8:30?

(and we only had one pk)

nvm

[soulchoice]

Nice backhand into the slot from Ruz. He was always known for that as a junior, the sweet and deceptive backhand passes.

[TrentCrimmIndependent]

ruzzi and lindy use each other very well . they are just on the same page . been driving the net every chance they get

[gvitaly]

Originally Posted by Enoch Root

I have to believe Lindy was in fact sick, early in the season, because he was completely flat. He is 100% back now though. The Flames are just a much better team when he is being him.
Gotta love the evolution of Ruzicka as well

I was thinking about that as well, he is quite a bit sharper, faster, and stronger now.

That said, I had the misfortune of listening to Boomer's Barn Burner this morning, and they were just saying that Lindholm was pouting for not having his buddies back. They also mentioned that Sutter sending a message to Huberdeau and that they really need to figure things out, and essentially mocked the lines all episode. Hope they enjoy eating crow tomorrow.

[FanIn80]

I literally just tuned in about 5 mins before the 3rd LA goal, which is why I'm asking about icetime. Like, did something happen, or are Backlund and Ruzicka just playing that much better than everyone else?

[butterfly]

Los Angeles does not look good in this game. I've watched a few of their other games this year and they've played a lot better than this. Good that the Flames are taking advantage.

[fire_starter]

Ruzicka needs to be 1st star. He's having a phenomenal game.

[butterfly]

Originally Posted by FanIn80

I literally just tuned in about 5 mins before the 3rd LA goal, which is why I'm asking about icetime. Like, did something happen, or are Backlund and Ruzicka just playing that much better than everyone else?

Not really. All the forwards are playing pretty well.

[Flames_Gimp]

Originally Posted by FanIn80

I realize were up 6-3, and (perfect timing) Ruzicka just scored, but why has Backlund and Ruzicka played over 10 mins each so far, but no other forward has played more than 8:30?

(And we only had one PK)

I think it's sutter, why play big minutes in a 6-3 game, I think it's a good idea, prevent injuries

[AustinL_NHL]

The Flames are getting chance after chance

Let's gooo

[Enoch Root]

Originally Posted by gvitaly

I was thinking about that as well, he is quite a bit sharper, faster, and stronger now.

That said, I had the misfortune of listening to Boomer's Barn Burner this morning, and they were just saying that Lindholm was pouting for not having his buddies back. They also mentioned that Sutter sending a message to Huberdeau and that they really need to figure things out, and essentially mocked the lines all episode. Hope they enjoy eating crow tomorrow.

What a brutal and lazy take. I could see some random poster saying something like that, but those guys have to hold themselves to a higher standard.

[iggyloob12]

Originally Posted by gvitaly

I had the misfortune of listening to Boomer's Barn Burner this morning, and they were just saying that Lindholm was pouting for not having his buddies back.

Weird. Why would he pout over his buddies choosing to play elsewhere?

[timbit]

Originally Posted by fire_starter

Ruzicka needs to be 1st star. He's having a phenomenal game.

His center is a flat out stud!

[AFireInside]

Originally Posted by SuperMatt18

Ruzicka looking so good these last two games just shows how different it is to get minutes with guys like Lindy and Toffoli instead of Lucic and Ritchie on the 4th line.

Playing with confidence and offensive flair he hasn’t shown at his time in the NHL previously. Engaged and working hard too.

Honestly think guys like Phillips, Pelletier, Zary, and maybe Schwindt could show the same if given a top 9 role with good line mates in the future.

I was just saying this to a friend. I hate how we always try to develop players using the 4th line. If you give Phillips a chance he needs to be on the top 2 lines or he's not going to be useful. Ruzicka isn't a fourth line type of player so of course he's not going to be great in that role.

[gvitaly]

Originally Posted by FanIn80

I literally just tuned in about 5 mins before the 3rd LA goal, which is why I'm asking about icetime. Like, did something happen, or are Backlund and Ruzicka just playing that much better than everyone else?

I just thought that PP2 had more ice-time than PP1 this game, and they were both on it. Sutter has been rolling 4 lines, and all lines have been playing well. I'm not sure why there's a difference in TOI.

[Flames_Gimp]

Originally Posted by Mathgod

Imagine if Gaudreau had size.

Ladies & gentleman, Adam Ružička!

Huby..