[PGT] Flames win it in a shootout!!! 4-3 over WPG

[Mass_nerder]

Originally Posted by Jeff Lebowski

2 of the WPG shoot out attempts were close to stopping and skating backwards- seemed borderline against rules but what do I know.

Yeah, I thought that about Wheeler's for sure. Didn't seem like he maintained forward momentum, which I thought was the rule, but I could absolutely be wrong.

[browna]

Originally Posted by Jeff Lebowski

2 of the WPG shoot out attempts were close to stopping and skating backwards- seemed borderline against rules but what do I know.

Yes 2 of the last 3 were borderline and I think you could see Markstrom look at the refs about the puck being basically stopped as the shooter makes the attempt.

But it's really just a product of the fact that time has pretty much appeared to have stood still in the City of Winnipeg since 1983.

[Textcritic]

Originally Posted by Mass_nerder

Yeah, I thought that about Wheeler's for sure. Didn't seem like he maintained forward momentum, which I thought was the rule, but I could absolutely be wrong.

The Jets suck so badly that they can't even win by cheating.

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[djsFlames]

I predicted Tanev to lead the team with a +20 on the season.

Thought it was a bit ambitious for a shortened season. But in 8 games he and Hanifin are +6, so it looks like they could project to meet or surpass that mark.

[SuperMatt18]

Originally Posted by dino7c

He has shown up this season...10 points in 8 games

Yeah he’s been good all year. I have no complaints with him or Monahan this season.

But to be honest this was a whole different level from Gaudreau tonight. Could tell he was feeling confident and was really moving his feet and attacking the defense.

[expo2428]

Originally Posted by SuperMatt18

Thanks! Completely forgot about that rule change.

No problem, I only knew because I thought the same thing when watching the game after they scored lol

[Dion]

Originally Posted by DeluxeMoustache

Because I can’t photoshop Ward on the ‘Will it blend?’ on my phone...

Here you go

[CaptainYooh]

Commence butt clench

Gaskal truly dug some gold in that ATL Report tonight. This one made me laugh out loud.

[FiveSeven]

Originally Posted by Dion

Tanev becoming one of my favorites. Such a wholesome person. Nothing but smart plays.

[Jeff Lebowski]

Man is Valimaki ever growing in confidence and showing how smart he is. He made a nice pinch, the pass to Johnny but I liked how he just got the puck out of the zone (one even off the glass). If it's not there just get rid instead of holding too long and inviting forecheck and turnover.

He's just a great head up smart, young player. Great passes.

[DeluxeMoustache]

Originally Posted by Dion

Here you go

Out of thanks...

Awesome! Thanks!!

That blending was thoroughly enjoyable

[activeStick]

Originally Posted by Chonger

Iafrate was my first autographed card i got as a kid. It was an UD base card in gold pen and was my favorite card. Really had no idea who he was and still dont. Cool story, i know.

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Iafrate won many of the hardest shot titles in the All Star Skills competition when they'd send separate groups to the skills and the game. Kind of bugged me because he'd always beat out MacInnis.

[genetic_phreek]

One guy I've been impressed with is Nesterov. He's aggressive at times and made his share of mistakes but I feel he's really gelling with Valimaki and they might be the best bottom pairing we've had in a long time. When they are on the ice I don't feel the same panic that I've had in past years. Really brings a healthy balance to our defense. Obviously helps that Valimaki is a stud but kudos to Nesterov too.

[Stud_McCool]

I know Ward wants Lindholm to play centre, and maybe it's too soon, but I would like to see him going back to the playoff lineup to give some much needed boost and familiarity to the forward group.

Gaudreau - Monahan - Lindholm
Tkachuk - Backlund - Mangiapane
Lucic - Bennett - Dube
Simon - Ryan - Leivo

[JohnnyBeGood]

Originally Posted by 1qqaaz

The Flames seem to be a lot better at shootouts than overtime lately

Not sure about the stats, but has it gotten harder to win in OT than it used to be when we first went to 3 on 3?

[Manhattanboy]

Sportscentre had the Johnny Mangi presser. Hilarious, Mangi giving Johnny props and Johnny into his mic, c’mon keep going, keep going....

[David Struch]

Originally Posted by Stud_McCool

Gaudreau - Monahan - Lindholm
Tkachuk - Backlund - Mangiapane
Lucic - Bennett - Dube
Simon - Ryan - Leivo

That's pretty much what we got tonight (in a roundabout way) with Johnny and Backlund leading the forwards in icetime.

[djsFlames]

Originally Posted by Jeff Lebowski

2 of the WPG shoot out attempts were close to stopping and skating backwards- seemed borderline against rules but what do I know.

The lateral fake out attempts on Markstrom after skating in skating in with pace felt kind of cheeky/cocky.

He was fooled the first time, but he didn't bite then onward and beat them at their own game.

One of the more satisfying shootouts I must say.

[Chonger]

Originally Posted by FiveSeven

Tanev becoming one of my favorites. Such a wholesome person. Nothing but smart plays.

"Sid "the kid"" Tanev

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[dino7c]

Originally Posted by Stud_McCool

I know Ward wants Lindholm to play centre, and maybe it's too soon, but I would like to see him going back to the playoff lineup to give some much needed boost and familiarity to the forward group.

Gaudreau - Monahan - Lindholm
Tkachuk - Backlund - Mangiapane
Lucic - Bennett - Dube
Simon - Ryan - Leivo

Lindholm also wants to play center