WC: 2015 — Team Czech Republic

[Rexor]

OK, so after Canada game I have to say I dont know what is exactly Erat's purpose in this team except few passes. First and third line were almost invisible in this game. I ussually bash our defence. However they werent that bad. Especially the first line has to improve a lot, otherwise we can not be a medal contender this year Imo...

Erat is a big black hole on the first PP unit. I'd vastly prefer Hertl or even Červenka instead of him. I'm sure Růžička can see that too but he probably doesn't want to show all his cards before the games get really meaningful.

 

[Praha 1985]

Erat is a big black hole on the first PP unit. I'd vastly prefer Hertl or even Červenka instead of him. I'm sure Růžička can see that too but he probably doesn't want to show all his cards before the games get really meaningful.

It´s meaningful already cause wins now make the play-off much easier!
Now it looks like it will be Russia in Quarters. With some more points it would have been Finland or even Slovakia. Much easier of course.

 

[Babula]

new line up for match against France :

Pavelec - Němec, Hejda, Nakládal, Kolář, Jordán, Čáslava - Voráček, Sobotka, Hertl - Jágr, Jan Kovář, Simon - Červenka, Novotný, Erat - Smoleňák, Koukal, Zaťovič

 

[Swipes]

Good to see erat moved down and Simon up.

 

[jata14]

Is Pavelec starting both back-to-back games?

 

[Ralgo]

Unfortunately it seems so. God knows why Ruzicka doesnt take Mrazek in - right now our best goalie... . But hey, perhaps he plan to loose coz defence and goalies and say "Well, we had a good offense..."

 

[Jablkon]

Unfortunately it seems so. God knows why Ruzicka doesnt take Mrazek in - right now our best goalie... . But hey, perhaps he plan to loose coz defence and goalies and say "Well, we had a good offense..."

?? Bringing young goalie who never played for A team during the WC? That will definetely bring stability and "calmness" to the team...I can easily imagine some p...d guys.....

 

[Ralgo]

?? Bringing young goalie who never played for A team during the WC? That will definetely bring stability and "calmness" to the team...I can easily imagine some p...d guys.....

Yep - exactly that. Dont take in mind his achievements in WHC, AHL, NHL....and absolutely plase forget, that Pavelecs biggest achievement in national team came when he was put in net young and totally inexperienced (compared to what Mrazek has achieved). Also possible save of the playoff and 2 shutouts (and few other very good games, when his D was on vacation) - watched at least in TV by most of our players wouldnt bring "calmness"...

Yep...youre absolutely right.

 

[Jablkon]

Yep - exactly that. Dont take in mind his achievements in WHC, AHL, NHL....and absolutely plase forget, that Pavelecs biggest achievement in national team came when he was put in net young and totally inexperienced (compared to what Mrazek has achieved). Also possible save of the playoff and 2 shutouts (and few other very good games, when his D was on vacation) - watched at least in TV by most of our players wouldnt bring "calmness"...

Yep...youre absolutely right.

I know how it is....Just pointing that it is not so wise to change smth on such sensitive position during the tourney. What would be the message to the rest 3? "You are useless we need another one." We all know that they are pretty much mediocre on int level. But howmany times could Mrazek come when he play in Detroit? What I am saying is that we will have pretty much same group of golies in next years (with addition of Francouz and maybe Mazanec). They wont be much eager to perform in the future when you undermine them now....

 

[Dessloch]

Amazing moves at age 43.

 

[Kesid]

Sorry, I didn't have time to post graphs during last few games, but it was a busy week with a road trip to SWE-CAN and work.

Anyway you can find those stats or graphs on twitter (you can follow @The_HockeyNinja). We are tweeting during the game (during intermisions) and after the game all our stats and graphs (usually +-15min after the game).

We re-tracked zone entries for all CZE games. That's why we published an article about zone entries http://www.thehockeyninja.com/hybatele-ceske-ofenzivy-voracek-jagr-a-mozna-i-erat/ (chart is partly in ENG).

 

[Praha 1985]

Sorry, I didn't have time to post graphs during last few games, but it was a busy week with a road trip to SWE-CAN and work.

Anyway you can find those stats or graphs on twitter (you can follow @The_HockeyNinja). We are tweeting during the game (during intermisions) and after the game all our stats and graphs (usually +-15min after the game).

We re-tracked zone entries for all CZE games. That's why we published an article about zone entries http://www.thehockeyninja.com/hybatele-ceske-ofenzivy-voracek-jagr-a-mozna-i-erat/ (chart is partly in ENG).

Do you know if it´s still possible that Hudler or Plekanec would join the team? Or is it too late now? Maybe if Anaheim wins tonight?

 

[tade]

Do you know if it´s still possible that Hudler or Plekanec would join the team? Or is it too late now? Maybe if Anaheim wins tonight?

It is too late, no one else will join the team... unfortunately. Vondrka / Radil / Kempny will fill the team. Hudler/Plekanec could still arrive in time before QF (if eliminated in next game) but the coaches would want for them more days to get ready for big ice / time-zone / chemistry etc.

Btw great article Kesid! Did you notice us at the Sweden-Canada game? I haven't seen anyone in Crosby jersey besides 6-8 yo kid.

 

[Old Man Jags]

Moves like Jagr

Amazing moves at age 43.

That would be an amazing move at any age.

 

[DrunkElkCZ]

Any chance that some NHL team could sign some players from this team? (apart from Sobotka)... maybe Simon?

 

[Hemsky001]

Any chance that some NHL team could sign some players from this team? (apart from Sobotka)... maybe Simon?

there's some rumour about Simon but no one else so far

 

[Kesid]

It is too late, no one else will join the team... unfortunately. Vondrka / Radil / Kempny will fill the team. Hudler/Plekanec could still arrive in time before QF (if eliminated in next game) but the coaches would want for them more days to get ready for big ice / time-zone / chemistry etc.

Btw great article Kesid! Did you notice us at the Sweden-Canada game? I haven't seen anyone in Crosby jersey besides 6-8 yo kid.

Thanks, we are glad people like it.

I noticed "we love Giroux" sign on the other side of the rink (next to the penalty box). Was that you? Hope you had a good time

Well, I felt like a kid inside... . We were behind CAN benches during warm up, but our seats were behind the SWE bench.

 

[Praha 1985]

It is too late, no one else will join the team... unfortunately. Vondrka / Radil / Kempny will fill the team. Hudler/Plekanec could still arrive in time before QF (if eliminated in next game) but the coaches would want for them more days to get ready for big ice / time-zone / chemistry etc.

Btw great article Kesid! Did you notice us at the Sweden-Canada game? I haven't seen anyone in Crosby jersey besides 6-8 yo kid.

So unlucky with the NHL-players! If you add Zidlicky, Mrazek, Krecji, Pastrnak and for example Hudler I think they would be a very, very hot gold contender.

I think even if late they should ask Plekanec if Montreal lose. Good in both ends of the rink and great at face offs. And Czechs really needs more strength on the centre position.

 

[tade]

Thanks, we are glad people like it.

I noticed "we love Giroux" sign on the other side of the rink (next to the penalty box). Was that you? Hope you had a good time

Well, I felt like a kid inside... . We were behind CAN benches during warm up, but our seats were behind the SWE bench.

Yeah, that was us. Yup, was a fantastic game and great experience, we were cheering for Canada a lot. I posted a couple of photos from the game on the Flyers board.

So unlucky with the NHL-players! If you add Zidlicky, Mrazek, Krecji, Pastrnak and for example Hudler I think they would be a very, very hot gold contender.

I think even if late they should ask Plekanec if Montreal lose. Good in both ends of the rink and great at face offs. And Czechs really needs more strength on the centre position.

Yes but the same could be said about everyone. Edit: I mean Sweden, Finland, USA etc.

 

[Ralgo]

I know how it is....Just pointing that it is not so wise to change smth on such sensitive position during the tourney. What would be the message to the rest 3? "You are useless we need another one." We all know that they are pretty much mediocre on int level. But howmany times could Mrazek come when he play in Detroit? What I am saying is that we will have pretty much same group of golies in next years (with addition of Francouz and maybe Mazanec). They wont be much eager to perform in the future when you undermine them now....

Well, problem is that message would be pretty right. Our D sux big time for years, but we usually save it with good goaltending. And to undermine....well, Id say Mrazek 1, Pavelec 2, Francouz 3 - Salak, while he was usually good, is really not in form right now, and Pavelec is in his long-time form - average. Makes a light-out save, then overlooks a softie.

 

[joey16]

Amazing moves at age 43.

I have to say, I'm really impressed by Jagr on this tourney. It's like watching ten years younger Jagr. Last year he was very solid but this year... he took it on another level which is amazing considering his age.

 

[Praha 1985]

I have to say, I'm really impressed by Jagr on this tourney. It's like watching ten years younger Jagr. Last year he was very solid but this year... he took it on another level which is amazing considering his age.

Absolutely so.

 

[DrunkElkCZ]

Luckily we have a younger Jagr now

 

[Ralgo]

Nobodys gonna say it? Well, ok then... JAGR FOR PRESIDENT!

 

[Hemsky001]

Nobodys gonna say it? Well, ok then... JAGR FOR PRESIDENT!

After Klaus and Zeman it would be a very pleasing change.