GDT: 3/6/25 - 7:00PM EDT - Buffalo vs Tampa Bay

[EmptyNetAssassin]

Let's welcome gourde back and Bjornstand in with a win!

 

[DistantThunderRep]

ESPN game so if I have Fanduel and ESPN+ no bueno for me?

At this point i don't understand why anyone pays for these services when you get blacked out for home games. Like wtf is the point.

 

[Felonious Python]

At this point i don't understand why anyone pays for these services when you get blacked out for home games. Like wtf is the point.

ESPN Flagship is supposed to launch later this year, although it'll still be pretty expensive. That will have the linear channels.

In the US, the cheapest way to get linear ESPN seems to be with Sling TV Orange. $46/month.

 

[OurlordAndSaviorKuch]

I really wanted gourde with Bagel

 

[aylib]

I really wanted gourde with Bagel

Coops Blender shall grant your wish before long

 

[Major4Boarding]

Couple questions:

1) How much success have Hagel/Cirelli/Paul had together?

2) Did Gourde and Bjork play on the same line in Seattle?

1) Coop and staff tapping the "teammates" keg - so they're on the 3rd line

2) Occasionally Even Strength but mostly on the Power Play. One of his goals in the video montage posted earlier has Yanni dishing a secondary apple to him

At first I was like, why is BDN on 2RW but then understood right after thinkin' that's what they're doing

I'm not getting locked in on practice line rushes. I wouldn't be surprised to see BDN and OB swap spots throughout the game

 

[Maelmoor]

Regardless of how the lines will end up, just looking at it now, shows how many more options we have to play around with!

Now I can definitely see that we can ice a third line that will make a difference. I really like the fact that Bjork is great at forechecking, that alone will make him a good asset for us.

Let's see how Gourde looks like, given his struggles with injuries etc, I bet he is super excited to return!

 

[DistantThunderRep]

Has Bjorkstrand's jersey number been said yet? Sticking with 22?

 

[Major4Boarding]

Has Bjorkstrand's jersey number been said yet? Sticking with 22?

Found the answer

 

[Tampa22]

#22 still be Dino in my memory!!!
I can't remember a game thread with so many messages before the game!

 

[DaBolts]

When Yanni hits the ice it will be defeaning in Amalie. Let's go grill some buffalo boys!

 

[DFC]

Paul still an odd duck in the top6 but we look deep.

 

[OffBy1]

These lines are a big improvement. The only issues I see are Gonzo on the third and the anemic offense of the fourth.

If I remember correctly, Gourde, Bjork and Tolvanen were a very effective line for Seattle in their longest cup run a few years back. I like that we have a solid 2nd and some offensive talent on the third. Hopefully it works on the ice as good as it looks on paper. And hopefully Gonzo takes a step forward with the new linemates.

 

[DaBolts]

Paul still an odd duck in the top6 but we look deep.

I think it's temporary until Bjork learns the system. Besides Chaffee/Paul/Gourde is the ultimate pest line.

 

[FinnLightning26]

Excited to see Björkstrand and the return of Gourde.

 

[bov]

Paul still an odd duck in the top6 but we look deep.

Idk, I like that line. Similar vibes to Killorn-Cirelli-Hagel which was utterly dominant as a two-way shutdown line when they were together. I'm all for it, especially with the 3rd line looking better. At the end of the day, you can put this 2nd line against anyone in the league and feel confident.