[GDT] Flames vs. Rangers 7:00 MST Sportsnet Flames; FAN960

[tvp2003]

Originally Posted by scobel

I really like this lineup but hope we can get one more right shot top 6 player to put in the mix. Maybe they can make a call up and see if Gawdin would be able to provide a bit of scoring for a short time in the top 6.

I'd like to try Czarnik in that spot. He has more experience at the NHL level, and has an above average shot/release. Could help with PP2 as well.

[Buff]

I'd rather see Dube on the 2nd line but Reider's play has been good and he deserves a chance to start a game on the 2nd line. I don't think it will amount to much for him or the line, but until Dube really steps up he shouldn't be gifted that spot if others are playing better than him.

[Suns of Bitumen]

Czarnik has really been lighting it up in the minors. I am very interested in seeing him with Monny and Johnny, in favour of Rieder and Dube for future games. Alas, due to cap issues, it would likely mean sending both Dube and Rinaldo down since they are both waiver exempt.

[Toonage]

I suggested Rieder in the top 6 with Bennett-Backlund-Frolik being together a few days ago. I feel like the smartest person in the room.

Of course in this room I'm by myself at the moment...

[SuperMatt18]

Gawdin is a guy who could be interesting in a RW spot on this team.

33 points in 30 games in the AHL now, maybe give him a shot on the right flank with Monahan/Gaudreau.

He plays a strong forechecking and gritty game, style wise I think he could make sense there

[TheIronMaiden]

Originally Posted by SuperMatt18

Gawdin is a guy who could be interesting in a RW spot on this team.

33 points in 30 games in the AHL now, maybe give him a shot on the right flank with Monahan/Gaudreau.

He plays a strong forechecking and gritty game, style wise I think he could make sense there

I am not sure that Gawdin has the skating ability to play in the show. That said, there is always room on a roster for a player who can find the back of the net.

[dino7c]

Rangers got screwed by the refs in Edmonton... hopefully the league doesn't try to "even things up"

[Joborule]

Originally Posted by sureLoss

Kristen Anderson @KdotAnderson
Guy Gaudreau alert at #Flames skate today �� that means the Dad’s/mentors trip is coming up ... always neat to see the players interact with their families. But, personally, I’m a bigger fan of the moms trip. They’re way more fun

Pat Steinberg @Fan960Steinberg
#Flames tonight vs. New York Rangers:

Tkachuk-Lindholm-Mangiapane
Gaudreau-Monahan-Rieder
Bennett-Backlund-Frolik
Lucic-Ryan-Dube

Giordano-Brodie
Hanifin-Hamonic
Kylington-Andersson

Talbot

Finally!

[Beatle17]

Hope Bennett plays strong game. Glad Brodie is back. Hope both play "their" game and don't worry about what everybody else wants, then maybe we actually see how good they are and help turn things around.

[kyuss275]

Glad to see Backlund centering the 3rd line. The ony adjustment i would make, is putting Ryan on wing with Mony and Gaudreau.

[Monahammer]

I think I would rather see Bennett and Reider swapped. Reider has a good history of playing with Frolik and adds a good dimension of speed to that line. Bennett played well with Monahan last game, and has looked good with Johnny in the past. Not being on the top line shelters him a bit to make some mistakes (probably inevitable.)

These lines are pretty interesting though! Really, any lineup without Junko in it looks miles better. GFG!

[motorcrosser]

Please just shoot on net. If I hear "shoots wide" one more time.... Ugh

Sent from here.

[direwolf]

For the love of all that is holy, just win a goddamn game.

[Northendzone]

If the flames are down by three or less at the end of the first, I will consider it an improvement

[Vinny01]

The Flames desperately need another top 6 winger

[Mr.Coffee]

I might be at rock bottom for my care level now. Wake me up when the Flames care more than me, which will be never, because they’ve now all made their big $$$$$ and winning evidently isn’t enough.

[Monahammer]

Originally Posted by Mr.Coffee

I might be at rock bottom for my care level now. Wake me up when the Flames care more than me, which will be never, because they’ve now all made their big $$$$$ and winning evidently isn’t enough.

LOL we have Gaudreau, Monahan, and Lindholm all making well below what their statistical peers are... We are in for a world of hurt when their contracts come due.

[Rejean31]

Originally Posted by dino7c

Rangers got screwed by the refs in Edmonton... hopefully the league doesn't try to "even things up"

Oh, they probably will, but fear not, I'm sure they will give the Flames their 1 token powerplay.

[Textcritic]

Originally Posted by Northendzone

If the flames are down by three or less at the end of the first, I will consider it an improvement

That is literally not the definition of "an improvement."

[Mr.Coffee]

Originally Posted by Monahammer

LOL we have Gaudreau, Monahan, and Lindholm all making well below what their statistical peers are... We are in for a world of hurt when their contracts come due.

Think you missed my point. The difference between 900k/year and 5-6MM is monstrous compared to 6-10 or whatever the hell. I’m talking about actual lifestyle impact.