Tawnos
A guy with a bass
I'm pretty sure Pouliot's MO has been that he gets a lot of chances, but still only scores once every 4 or 5 games.
Game Analysis: #2 - 10/7/13 | New York Rangers @ Los Angeles Kings | Analysis
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Right off the bat.
Rangers played better. I was impressed and shocked.
Biggest issues last game were defense in front of slot. Toughness. Grit.
We showed all of that with and without Cally during periods. We showed hustle and determination.
Another big issue last game was breaking out. Were still getting caught in our zone. But players are not rushing up and limiting options for their teammates so it saved us many of times last night. They need work on it but they did impress me on how they handled a forecheck.
best part of all of this. I consider LA an elite team. They are a team that was a final four last year, SC winner two years ago. They have most of that same winning team and staff besides some key losses but regardless the LA kings are a top team in the league.
They are a team with one of the best forechecks. One of the bigger teams in the league. One of the best defenses and puck possession teams. I love the Kings
And we played shockingly very well against them.
I am glad we didnt win on a fluke goal either. We were up 2-1 regardless and playing well so I am happy with that alone. The fluke goal was only a cherry on top of a tasty ice cream...
So things I hated this game
- Puck possession and attacking.... We showed more hockey smarts this time around. But still lacked an ideal rush. We showed times of great passing and other times of clearing the puck because we couldnt get it out properly.
Things I liked
More toughness
A team that looks like it can actually grow from game to game and be a strong contender once again
Better defense. More solid and reliable.
Overall. I like and I can see growth now where as in Phoenix I was scared
Rangers played better. I was impressed and shocked.
Biggest issues last game were defense in front of slot. Toughness. Grit.
We showed all of that with and without Cally during periods. We showed hustle and determination.
Another big issue last game was breaking out. Were still getting caught in our zone. But players are not rushing up and limiting options for their teammates so it saved us many of times last night. They need work on it but they did impress me on how they handled a forecheck.
best part of all of this. I consider LA an elite team. They are a team that was a final four last year, SC winner two years ago. They have most of that same winning team and staff besides some key losses but regardless the LA kings are a top team in the league.
They are a team with one of the best forechecks. One of the bigger teams in the league. One of the best defenses and puck possession teams. I love the Kings
And we played shockingly very well against them.
I am glad we didnt win on a fluke goal either. We were up 2-1 regardless and playing well so I am happy with that alone. The fluke goal was only a cherry on top of a tasty ice cream...
So things I hated this game
- Puck possession and attacking.... We showed more hockey smarts this time around. But still lacked an ideal rush. We showed times of great passing and other times of clearing the puck because we couldnt get it out properly.
Things I liked
More toughness
A team that looks like it can actually grow from game to game and be a strong contender once again
Better defense. More solid and reliable.
Overall. I like and I can see growth now where as in Phoenix I was scared
Clown Fiesta
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Not worried about the finish or lack thereof just yet. If they play like that on a regular basis the goals will come. Not only was Quick very good, but that LA defense does a pretty good job of clogging things up.
Let's go into SJ and take some wind out of their sails.
Let's go into SJ and take some wind out of their sails.
The PP is still a work in progress. AV likes righty shots on the PP. Stepan misses most of camp and doesn't play in one preseason game. Callahan was supposed to be the net presence guy and he gets cut by a stick which forces him to miss most of the second period. Callahan didn't play in any preseason games either. They don't have any other right handed shots. Its very easy with this team.
The game was a 180 from the PHX game. The Rangers were creating chances and in general, they looked more exciting. There was an actual transition game!
Only caught the first half of the game. I thought they were decent in the first, and phenomenal in the 2nd. The optimism in the first on here came from a fast start, a lead and a extremely low standard of play from this team in recent times.
Did they keep up their 2nd period play for the rest of the game. That is the type of hockey we need to see more often.
Did they keep up their 2nd period play for the rest of the game. That is the type of hockey we need to see more often.
PlamsUnlimited
Big Church Bells
I love this post. According to these numbers the Rangers did not play well at all. However, if you watched the game they were stellar against one of the biggest and best teams in the league. Please spare us these stupid stats as they are clearly no reflection of the activity on the ice. And btw, McDonagh and Girardi were great last night against one of the toughest lines in the league to defend who were paired with strong offensive defenseman. You really do make me laugh.
True, I'm just glad they showed effort (which I thought was lacking in PHX). If the team plays well, but still loses, at least they looked like they tried. If they look dead the whole game, then it just gets infuriating.
Yeahhhhh I like the general idea of advanced stats but I think that post maybe illustrates why you can't just completely look at them in a vacuum. They inform you about bits and pieces of the game but I think it's very hard to get an overall picture strictly looking at stats
Gardner McKay
RIP, Jimmy.
Biggest difference in this game from the PHX game that I noticed was their intensity level. Much better game and it has nothing to do with adapting to a new system. The Ranger simply up'd their intensity and that is what won them the game.
They will win a lot of games if they continue to play like that.
They will win a lot of games if they continue to play like that.
I would submit it has a lot to do with the new system; and Derek Stepan rounding into shape. They were likely more aggressive because they were more sure of their responsibilities. Less thinking after two more practice days without prospects in the mix and more read and reacting. The style is fun to watch; with Hank and our strength on D we should be able to weather the inevitable breakdowns while creating much more offensive zone time than in year's past. Fun to watch. Keep it going.
Blue Blooded
Most people rejected his message
Au contraire, Pouliot has been a high percentage shooter throughout his career. If he keeps getting chances the goals will come.
Raspewtin
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Sorry BB I VERY often agree with what you say, but this post is spot on. I'd say Dominic Moore was one of their best players tonight, to be honest. And Richie-Step-Nash were spectacular, idrc what the stats say...
61 goals in 293 games, a season high of 16.
If what you're saying is true about his shooting %, I guess it means he simply doesn't get many chances. I thought he worked hard last night.
Stepans defensive stick work is a pleasure to watch. Looks like it will someday be every bit as good as Bergeron, Toews, Kesler, Hossa, etc.
I think his skating will forever prevent him from getting to that level. Think he'll be a very good 1B center in this league for a long time.
NYR Viper
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NYR Viper
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I wish he would consistently play with more of an edge. There are times when he is a legitimate missile on skates. Then there are times when he just turns away. FINISH YOUR CHECKS!
Agreed. Liked what I saw last night. He was forechecking hard, and got screwed by the hybrid icing rule a couple times.
That Pouliot-Brassard-Zuccarello combo is fun to watch, very creative. But can they produce?
Great analysis. Very in-depth.
So, if they play poorly next game, does that mean that Torts would have never let them play that poorly or is this a one way street analysis?
Cherrypicking anecdotal information and extrapolating from it is weak.
