Just home from the game. Some thoughts:
-Jurmo looked decent, overall. No real panic to his game. One 2-on-1 against goal, but not sure it was his fault he found himself in that spot…
-…Solovyov was caught up ice on the goal. I am not convinced he’s going to make the jump, full-time anyway. From the games I’ve attended, Kuznetsov has been more solid on D. Aspirot too…
-Brz shows poise beyond his years. He’s gonna be a beaut. I also really like Poirier, but maybe I just really want him to get a shot with the Flames, sooner rather than later.
-Hunt had a fantastic game. Uptempo all night. Kerins continues to pot goals. He’s hungry to score. Wouldn’t mind seeing him get a couple games up.
-Honzek and Stromgren continue to develop in positive directions, IMO. More physical, more confident, both. As they mature physically, they could both be impactful players for the Flames.
-Ignatjew was there when the Wranglers sagged a bit in the third. Very solid. (Tucson’s GK kept them in the game in the 2nd when Calgary was running wild…)
I’m so glad my buddy convinced me to go in on Wrangerls tix when they first came to town—even if I can’t get to every game. It’s been awesome seeing the young talent develop and progress first-hand. This edition of the team particularly is fast, skilled and determined. A joy to watch. My advice: if you haven’t already, get out to some games this year!
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