[PGT] Flames barbecue the Wings 6-4

[oldschoolcalgary]

this guy Rich seems a bit drunk

[djsFlames]

Since when was Muzzin a coveted player?

[TheAlpineOracle]

Originally Posted by the2bears

But the Gio goal wasn't ignored. It was the same old negativity. Quite simply blaming him for that is *not* reality, and you know it.

No clue, I was at the game so I didn’t see the reaction, but it’s hard to give the benefit of a doubt to a guy that lets in a garbage goal each and every game. Smith is all out of credit with this fan base and he has no one to blame but himself.

[TheScorpion]

Muzzin's a pretty dang good defenseman and will certainly be a coveted player. But the Flames don't need him at all and to trade Brodie for him would be nonsensical.

[Johnhitbox]

Originally Posted by oldschoolcalgary

this guy Rich seems a bit drunk

When I’m 59 I hope to be that passionate about Kipper still.. but less drunk

[soulchoice]

Originally Posted by chummer

Muzzin doesn't play the right side. Idiot.

Same caller then goes on to say how the second line hasn’t been producing for a long time. Pat then gives him the stats of great production they have had the last 8-10 games. Like I said, some people(the caller) don’t even watch the game.

[1qqaaz]

Haha this Dustin guy is all over the place, feel bad for Pat

[KootenayFlamesFan]

Originally Posted by the2bears

It's far from ideal having Smith as the backup. I doubt there are few that question this. He lets in 1 or 2 softies a game (at least it seems that way).

But, what's going to happen? It seems less and less likely he'll be replaced. We know what we have, does it make any sense to bitch about *every* single goal scored against the Flames?

Is there anyone *really* "defending this guy"? Or do you have some people simply tired of the barrage of negativity on every goal. Goal is tipped by Gio three feet in front.. "Smith let us right back down".

That's where I'm at as well. If Smith let's in a softie, rip him. Do I want him traded for an upgrade? Yep.

But the GTs now are just insufferable at times now when he plays. I want to participate to discuss the game, not hear about how certain posters want us all to know how every single goal against the Flames is somehow Smith's fault.

Smith follows the shooter on a breakaway.......NOBODY picks up Larkin wide open in front. And somehow it's Smith's fault. I mean, it's craziness.

Yes, the guy has not played well this year. Yes, he's let in some really terrible goals. Yes, some of the goals he lets in are directly his fault. Yes, a lot of us want that position to be upgraded somehow. But believe it or not, not every single goal that gets scored on Smith is all his fault.

[Coach]

My bigger issue with Smith was him leaving the net to play the puck in a one goal game with under 2 minutes left. What are you doing guy?

[GioforPM]

Even if Smith hadn't strayed too far to his right, which is still debatable, I don't think he's got a shot at Larkin's goal, frankly. That goal is at least 75% on Gio and Brody. The Green backhand has saveable, but also a pretty darn good shot. Of Johnny scores that one we aren't saying the goalie blew it, we are cheering how he danced a Dman and potted a backhand.

I think this was what you expect from a backup. A chance to win. Heck, the same has been said about Rittich in a few of his games. The NY game for instance.

[oldschoolcalgary]

Originally Posted by Johnhitbox

When I’m 59 I hope to be that passionate about Kipper still.. but less drunk

yeah, i mean i don't disagree with him... but he just went off on pat...

[getbak]

7... That's how many points the Flames trail Tampa by. It's also how many points the Flames are ahead of Vegas.

[Chonger]

Originally Posted by iloveicedhockey

That finish from Benny... Hoo wee

Haven't seen something like that since his 4 goal game

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[Nage Waza]

Originally Posted by redforever

But if you put today's goalies in 1980's equipment, it would even out.

I don't think so. Modern goalies are way better athletes, are much larger and faster.

I don't think it matters what equipment you give them, modern defence will also help minimize shots.

[GreenLantern2814]

Originally Posted by transplant99

Flames have 109 goals on home ice this season.

The Kings have 109 goals on the entire season.

Neal meant to heel that to Bennett. Great games from those two.

Smith held the line late, but no game is safe with him unless they score at least 5, and that's not tenable. I'd do a Howard/Smith swap.

Hot take: if you score a shorthanded goal, you should get your player back.


MOD EDIT: Removed image with inappropriate language.

[Nage Waza]

Originally Posted by soulchoice

Genius on the fan right now wanting to trade Brodie for Muzzin and a pick. Some people don’t even watch the game.

Since when has Chia listened to the fan?

[GreenLantern2814]

Originally Posted by djsFlames

Since when was Muzzin a coveted player?

Muzzin made the has a Stanley Cup and made the World Cup. Not because he sucks.

I would trade for Muzzin if they lost Brodie to a season ending injury, but I wouldn't trade Brodie for Muzzin. That's a lateral move at best.

[Spinach]

Originally Posted by KootenayFlamesFan

Yes, the guy has not played well this year. Yes, he's let in some really terrible goals. Yes, some of the goals he lets in are directly his fault. Yes, a lot of us want that position to be upgraded somehow. But believe it or not, not every single goal that gets scored on Smith is all his fault.

Eh, I wouldn't sweat it. Nobody whose opinion directly impacts the Calgary Flames (ie. Calgary Flames personnel) actually believes that every single goal is Smith's fault.

[KootenayFlamesFan]

Originally Posted by Spinach

Eh, I wouldn't sweat it. Nobody whose opinion directly impacts the Calgary Flames (ie. Calgary Flames personnel) actually believes that every single goal is Smith's fault.

For sure, just speaking as a CP poster who wants to enjoy discussing the game in the GTs, good or bad. It's been such a great year we should be enjoying it rather than being told how terrible Smith is after every goal even when it's not his fault.

[drewtastic]

Originally Posted by CaptainCrunch

Yeah, if you'll excuse me, I'm just going to absorb and

Talk amongst yourselves. I'll give you a topic:

Swift Current is neither "Swift" nor "Current".

Discuss.