Post-Game Talk: Alpha Males

[mandiblesofdoom]

We sometimes win games we were outplayed in. Win or loss I felt we were outplayed. Even fans of other teams on HF mentioned our lack of effort in game 1.

Imo we weren't badly outplayed in game 1.

 

[LOFIN]

I didn't think of that. Can Kakko play on the left? I never seen him there. Maybe Rosie?

That 3rd line played well in Game 2. It would be hard to break them up.

He played LW a lot during his draft year at TPS. Besides, it's not really that big of a deal for a winger to switch sides.

 

[SnowblindNYR]

 

[kovazub94]

Let's not. This is why he's here and why the Rangers paid what they did.

There

No, they said they thought the Rangers had a better game in them. Here's the data on HD chances and expected goals. Both favor the Rangers.

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And same thing happened in game 1. Possession is not the same as dominance.

 

[mandiblesofdoom]

My mother even texted me “ how dId she get this job?”

"Mom, there's something I need to explain to you."

 

[kovazub94]

goodrowes winner definitely was “soft” but IMO that’s kind of Bob
It was a well placed shot, Bob had to move a bit, and it went high on him. He’ll let some of those in

Book on Bobrovsky is to shoot high. Rangers try high danger chances aimed at moving goalie side to side but this is an area of strength for Bobrovsky.

 

[Peltz]

Fun fact Vinny Trochek has a goal and two primary assists on our three OT goals this year.

Remember when people said Panarin could only play with Ryan Strome?

Tro is such a huge upgrade it’s actually hilarious. Literally our most consistently good forward.

 

[jay from jersey]

Laf made a brilliant hit to set up that first goal. He’s doing great.

Thought Laf was one of our most involved wingers all game. He was buzzing and finished every check…
Of our guys, I’d wager Cuylle and Rempe had hits 18-20 by themselves……
Rest of the team accounted for 25-30.

Lindgren
Trouba
Goodrow

We’re all really good in this one. Sorry guys. But it’s true.

Trochek was also a beast last night

 

[HFBS]

If Rempe made that hit on Wenberg, he would have been suspended before Wenberg hit the ice.

 

[Nyr88nyg]

If Fox is hurt he should sit for jones

 

[Peltz]

Is Kaapo right back in for Vesey? Or will Wheeler be Weekend At Bernies'd? or will Vesey do a Lindgren and be fine and dandy and good to go?

Weekend at bernies’d lmao

 

[hardnosed]

If Fox is hurt he should sit for jones

The thing is, Fox at 50% is better than any alternative

 

[ohbaby]

He played LW a lot during his draft year at TPS. Besides, it's not really that big of a deal for a winger to switch sides.

Well I do like the thought of Cuylle and Rempe on the ice together. Add Goody and that would be a very hard line to play against. Now that's a line I'm pretty sure we haven't seen. All the bruising forwards on one line... Yeah I like it! Bring Kakko back,... for no other reason than this. LOL!

 

[ohbaby]

Book on Bobrovsky is to shoot high. Rangers try high danger chances aimed at moving goalie side to side but this is an area of strength for Bobrovsky.

It is a bit funny we haven't scored more on him. We know he is a bit weak up top. We just haven't been hitting our spots. All Zibad's and Breadman's shots are pad saves. How many glove saves has he had to make? We are overdue to light him up.

 

[Clown Fiesta]

JFC dude. The other team is really good too. Sometimes it doesn't go your way in a game.

There’s a difference between things not going your way and playing poorly. They played poorly for the majority of that game.

 

[Peltz]

Gosh I wish Fox could get going.

0 goals in the last 25 playoff games. If he could go on a run, and he’s capable of it if he wasn’t injured, he could carry this offense.

He still looks good defensively. But he’s not as good at being deceptive with the puck right now. That’s when he’s at his best. I think his injury is affecting his ability to change directions as sharply when skating.

He’s unable to make nearly as much space for himself right now. Fox at the height of his powers is able to throw people off with a simple head fake

 

[HatTrick Swayze]

The thing is, Fox at 50% is better than any alternative

For sure. He’s still objectively been very good and the NYR best dman. But unfortunately not at his typical Norris level.

 

[DevilDog99]

Remember when people said Panarin could only play with Ryan Strome?

Tro is such a huge upgrade it’s actually hilarious. Literally our most consistently good forward.

I know I may get laughed at a bit- i think Trocheck might be the best all around player in the nhl.

Definitely on our team.

 

[HatTrick Swayze]

I know I may get laughed at a bit- i think Trocheck might be the best all around player in the nhl.

Definitely on our team.

And remarkably, an NYR UFA signee who has one of the best value contracts in the league. Almost completely unheard of around here.

 

[Peltz]

I know I may get laughed at a bit- i think Trocheck might be the best all around player in the nhl.

Definitely on our team.

I don’t know about that, but I wouldn’t change a thing about his game right now. He’s been spectacular.

 

[BleedBlueNYR]

I have to admit, I wasn’t very aware of the whole high stick situation after the OT goal. We scored and I went berserk. I think I remember hearing somebody say something about a high stick but idk I was all over the place. Only this morning rewatching the game did I see the extent of the discussion and Trouba standing by the refs. I’m glad it didn’t ruin my celebration lol.

 

[Feel Shame]

When I lived in jersey the shower was atrocious. They have the hardest water, it really f***ed up my hair and skin.

Imagine your insides from drinking the radioactivity. Blessings!

 

[Roo Returns]

They did fine last night. They need more traffic in front of Bob. Need more from the Wonder Twins. There's between 3-5 more games left against these guys. Now is not the time to be bashful. Throw big hits and punch back. Any shot from a bad angle get it there. Everyone needs to get involved.

Who replaces Vesey on the PK? This is where Edstrom could really help but he's not getting in over Kakko/Wheeler/Brodz.

 

[SnowblindNYR]

I have to admit, I wasn’t very aware of the whole high stick situation after the OT goal. We scored and I went berserk. I think I remember hearing somebody say something about a high stick but idk I was all over the place. Only this morning rewatching the game did I see the extent of the discussion and Trouba standing by the refs. I’m glad it didn’t ruin my celebration lol.

Completely ruined my celebration. First I thought "I hope it wasn't offside", then I saw them huddling around a tablet, and then I heard about the high stick. I didn't even celebrate. Just a moment stolen from me.

 

[Raspewtin]

I'd love to get Eddy a game. he's very polished, I have a hard time believing he will cost us in any meaningful way and he can win some battles against Florida. It's not happening tho.