[GT] WJC: Bronze Medal - FIN vs RUS (3:30pm MT). Gold Medal - CAN vs USA (7:30 pm MT) - Page 15 - Calgarypuck Forums - The Unofficial Calgary Flames Fan Community

DropIt · 01-05-2021, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by dino7c

They played a great team game...they barely had a scoring chance after the first period though

All I said is that is was close...we are talking a post vs. a bounce of the net cam

I'm inclined to think the Americans adjusted. Canada had tons of shots and possession in the 3rd but USA still had 3 or 4 better scoring chances even while playing defensive first

blender · 01-05-2021, 10:29 PM

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Originally Posted by dino7c

Zary was one of the few forwards that would go to the net

That's his game for sure.

dino7c · 01-05-2021, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by DropIt

I'm inclined to think the Americans adjusted. Canada had tons of shots and possession in the 3rd but USA still had 3 or 4 better scoring chances even while playing defensive first

3 or 4 better scoring chances and 1 shot

got it

Look I already said the USA deserved the win its just not accurate to say it wasn't close

If it was Russia Vs. Finland nobody would be acting as if this game was heavily one sided...its all based on expectations

SeanCharles · 01-05-2021, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by memphusk

Byfield will not be what LA thinks he can be. That kid doesn't have it.

These kinda comments are ridiculous.

memphusk · 01-05-2021, 10:34 PM

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Originally Posted by SeanCharles

These kinda comments are ridiculous.

Yes it is a bit ridiculous, but can you really see him shine against NHL players? Would you like to bet in it by chance?

RedHawk12 · 01-05-2021, 10:35 PM

I actually didn't see what you guys saw in Zary. I thought he was one of the worst forwards on Team Canada. He, Holloway and Quinn stood out for the wrong reasons for me. If he had Holloway or Quinn's ice time, I think he would have been just as bad, if not worse.

I also don't think he created chances. He got chances presented to him and didn't capitalize. He didn't create anything from nothing, which good players do.

I think he needs to improve his skating significantly if he wants to play in the NHL. He's a really hard worker that just can't make or finish plays because he can't keep up with the pace.

dino7c · 01-05-2021, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by memphusk

Yes it is a bit ridiculous, but can you really see him shine against NHL players? Would you like to bet in it by chance?

Kid is 18

Since1984 · 01-05-2021, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by memphusk

Yes it is a bit ridiculous, but can you really see him shine against NHL players? Would you like to bet in it by chance?

The kid has multiple years to learn and grow into his body. At the same time there is a reason why he wasn't drafted first overall instead of Lafreniere.

Since1984 · 01-05-2021, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by RedHawk12

I actually didn't see what you guys saw in Zary. I thought he was one of the worst forwards on Team Canada. He, Holloway and Quinn stood out for the wrong reasons for me. If he had Holloway or Quinn's ice time, I think he would have been just as bad, if not worse.

I also don't think he created chances. He got chances presented to him and didn't capitalize. He didn't create anything from nothing, which good players do.

I think he needs to improve his skating significantly if he wants to play in the NHL. He's a really hard worker that just can't make or finish plays because he can't keep up with the pace.

A regular shift in games usually helps with timing and chemistry with teammates.

dino7c · 01-05-2021, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by RedHawk12

I actually didn't see what you guys saw in Zary. I thought he was one of the worst forwards on Team Canada. He, Holloway and Quinn stood out for the wrong reasons for me. If he had Holloway or Quinn's ice time, I think he would have been just as bad, if not worse.

I also don't think he created chances. He got chances presented to him and didn't capitalize. He didn't create anything from nothing, which good players do.

I think he needs to improve his skating significantly if he wants to play in the NHL. He's a really hard worker that just can't make or finish plays because he can't keep up with the pace.

he had no problem keeping up...he barley played yet had more chances than most of the team in the gold medal game. Should have got more ice time but its team Canada. He will play in the NHL...there is more to hockey than end to end rushes he was the only guy that seemed willing to go to the net.

Manhattanboy · 01-05-2021, 10:41 PM

Nice to see the USA win as top headlines on both ESPN and AP sites.

SeanCharles · 01-05-2021, 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by memphusk

Yes it is a bit ridiculous, but can you really see him shine against NHL players? Would you like to bet in it by chance?

Name the price and specific terms.

memphusk · 01-05-2021, 10:43 PM

Yep. He best learn quick also. He's 18 now so he has 8-10 years to get it together and make it work. Is anyone interested in doing a long term bet on his point totals?

dino7c · 01-05-2021, 10:44 PM

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Originally Posted by memphusk

Yep. He best learn quick also. He's 18 now so he has 8-10 years to get it together and make it work. Is anyone interested in doing a long term bet on his point totals?

make it work! He had 82 points in 45 games and was drafted 2nd overall...its working

nobody is making a 10 year bet

I will bet you he is a regular NHLer in the next 3 years

RedHawk12 · 01-05-2021, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Since1984

A regular shift in games usually helps with timing and chemistry with teammates.

He started the tournament with regular shifts and lost his ice time to the likes of Mercer, Suzuki and Perfetti, for good reason.

I really liked the pick when we made it, and I'm still cheering for the guy. I just think he has a ways to go.

memphusk · 01-05-2021, 10:48 PM

He won't have 400 points by the time he's 26. $150?

dino7c · 01-05-2021, 10:50 PM

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Originally Posted by RedHawk12

He started the tournament with regular shifts and lost his ice time to the likes of Mercer, Suzuki and Perfetti, for good reason.

I really liked the pick when we made it, and I'm still cheering for the guy. I just think he has a ways to go.

And most people said he was a long shot to even make the team...I think you are being overly critical. If he is back next year I bet he is one of their top players

Team would have been better off with more Zary IMO...they had too many guys trying to create all by themselves and not going to the dirty areas. This tourney is the best of the best and he was just drafted 24th a few months back.

memphusk · 01-05-2021, 10:54 PM

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Originally Posted by dino7c

make it work! He had 82 points in 45 games and was drafted 2nd overall...its working

nobody is making a 10 year bet

I will bet you he is a regular NHLer in the next 3 years

Was that int the NHL? I think Calgary has a few guys that lit other leagues up also.

dino7c · 01-05-2021, 10:56 PM

Trash can with Canada logo on it in the team USA picture...that is a D-Move. Especially since the country pulled out all the stops to host the tourney and make it actually happen

dino7c · 01-05-2021, 10:58 PM

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Originally Posted by memphusk

Was that int the NHL? I think Calgary has a few guys that lit other leagues up also.

Its the best league he could have possibly played in considering he was 17..."make it work" suggests its not working

he has passed every test, I think you are falling into that trap of putting too much on a short tourney. (even though he was ppg in the tourney)