[PGT] Caps 1 Flames 2

[bubbsy]

Originally Posted by TheIronMaiden

Secondary scorning continues to be an issue, but not for lack of trying, I thought the bottom six had some decent opportunities.

A huge positive is that the Flames only took 2 penalties. Killing penalties all the time has killed this team.

Still, secondary scoring has to happen if this is going to be a playoff team. The Flames won't win many games if they don't score more than two.

Points or not, i think the big thing yesterday was that the bottom 6 (3rd line primarily) not only managed solid offensive zone time, they actually were creating scoring chances. They do this enough, the points will no doubt come. What it also does is create waves of havoc for the opposition, allowing the top line some better looks.

We've seen flashes of this here and there, it would be great if the 3rd line can string together a few games in a row now where they are seen as an actual threat.

[868904]

I thought the 3rd line looked good, unfortunately, they won't have much time to build on the chemistry as Jagr is back and the line will be broken up.

That is one criticism I have of GG, he isn't giving the 3rd line enough time to develop chemistry. I thought the Bennett-Versteeg-Jagr line was on the verge of breaking out, they were generating chances and if it wasn't for Jagr being a bit rusty, they would have had a few goals (and yes, Bennett would have had a few assists by now). But then GG moved Jagr onto the first line and Bennett has never looked the same since.

Just leave Ferland on the first line, he is fine there, he compliments them.

Leave Jagr with Bennett and keep Jankowski there too. Give this line at least 5 games together and see where it goes.

Have Lazar centre the fourth line between Brouwer and Versteeg. Let this run for 5 games too.

The bottom 6 needs some consistency and confidence, let them play and develop the chemistry.

[bubbsy]

Yup, i like the idea of a speedy Lazar centering the 4th line. Stajan needs to sit

[calumniate]

I think Ferland may end up staying on the first line for a bit. Not sure how that would affect the lines below however! Likely big shuffles for lines 3 and 4

[You Need a Thneed]

Originally Posted by Resolute 14

Nah, they just need to look like an NHL calibre team.

Anyway, I like how Ovechkin only, eventually, came drifting back to something approaching Monahan's orbit on the GWG. How the hell do all five caps just completely forget he's there?

The Cap back on the 2 on 1 takes away the pass, which is right. Johnny circles around, Mony stops and stands on the doorstep, and 3 more Caps come back in the timeframe and not one of them even as much as skates towards Mony in an attempt to tie him up, at the very least. It’s like Mony is standing there, invisible.

[dash_pinched]

Originally Posted by You Need a Thneed

It’s like Mony is standing there, invisible.

Like a ninja or silent assassin.

[Geeoff]

Originally Posted by dash_pinched

Like a ninja or silent assassin.

They didn't bother to cover him because he's so boring.

[Jay Random]

Originally Posted by Geeoff

They didn't bother to cover him because he's so boring.

Well, sure. Who bothers covering a garbageman who only knows how to score easy goals?

[Bar-Down]

Originally Posted by ComixZone

Lots of positives last night. Solid effort from everyone - although the 4th line is nothing but a liability, despite the effort put forward.

Francis spoke during one of the intermissions about breaking up the 3M line...I think it’s time. Right now, the only consistent offence we get is funnelled through #13. We certainly have the ability on the roster to be more dangerous...

Gaudreau - Monahan - Ferland
Bennett - Backlund - Frolik
Tkachuk - Jankowski - Jagr
Versteeg - Lazar - Brouwer

That would be cool to see.

With our current personnel, I think this is the best roster we could ice. Maybe swap Bennett/Tkachuk but either way these are the best 12 skaters we have.

[Phaneufenstein]

Originally Posted by Rhettzky

Shankapotamus?

Spoiler!

[Bingo]

Originally Posted by 868904

I thought the 3rd line looked good, unfortunately, they won't have much time to build on the chemistry as Jagr is back and the line will be broken up.

That is one criticism I have of GG, he isn't giving the 3rd line enough time to develop chemistry. I thought the Bennett-Versteeg-Jagr line was on the verge of breaking out, they were generating chances and if it wasn't for Jagr being a bit rusty, they would have had a few goals (and yes, Bennett would have had a few assists by now). But then GG moved Jagr onto the first line and Bennett has never looked the same since.

Just leave Ferland on the first line, he is fine there, he compliments them.

Leave Jagr with Bennett and keep Jankowski there too. Give this line at least 5 games together and see where it goes.

Have Lazar centre the fourth line between Brouwer and Versteeg. Let this run for 5 games too.

The bottom 6 needs some consistency and confidence, let them play and develop the chemistry.

I think some of this stuff is chicken or egg though isn't it?

They started the season without Jagr, and Ferland was given the spot. He was a tire fire so they started trying other options.

Then Jagr joins the team but isn't really game ready. The result is a struggling first line with Ferland mailing it in, and a third line that looks good but gets nothing done.

So he moves Jagr to Monahan and Gaudreau's wing hoping that even with Jagr not finishing he may keep the plays alive and get Monahan and Gaudreau going.

Then Jagr gets hurt.

This isn't blender for the sake of blender. It's a guy trying to plug three holes in the dam with only two thumbs.

[Bingo]

Originally Posted by Bar-Down

With our current personnel, I think this is the best roster we could ice. Maybe swap Bennett/Tkachuk but either way these are the best 12 skaters we have.

I agree ...

I think it's worth the investment to get Bennett going, and Backlund/Frolik are certainly the best players to accomplish that.

Tkachuk looks ready to drive a line now (not carry) and putting him with two big bodies that are good on the boards may really work out.

[Manhattanboy]

Originally Posted by StrykerSteve

Was at the game so didn’t have a chance to post last night.



Team played well for 60 minutes, probably their most complete game of the season.

Oops haha sorry Zamler, I meant Stryker!

This is such a great gif..

[The Fonz]

Originally Posted by combustiblefuel

I'm sure the fans in Arizona are thrilled about going 1 in 11 right now . Lol.

I'm sure they would be thrilled about being 1 in 11. If only.

[N-E-B]

Originally Posted by Lanny'sDaMan

Sorry I'm late, El required my attention last night. (Bob Newby, Superhero )

Bob is the real MVP.

[Bonded]

Originally Posted by Loudog

Does anyone have a GIF or a short clip of Smith decking Ovechkin? That was my highlight from last night for sure. So awesome.

Seconded

[jaikorven]

Originally Posted by Bonded

Seconded

I must have missed that...only watched the first and third, so I would love to see this as well.

[AC]

Originally Posted by Loudog

Does anyone have a GIF or a short clip of Smith decking Ovechkin? That was my highlight from last night for sure. So awesome.

From Galaxy91122 on r/calgaryflames:
https://streamable.com/fpftx

[cannon7]

Bennett-Jankowski-Lazar looked really, really good last night. Please don't break this line up, GG. Not even to put Jagr on it.

[John Doe]

Originally Posted by dissentowner

The ATL should be fun tonight. Lots of Oiler butthurt for sure which always makes me smile.

Nobody told him?