Half-Assed GDT: Blues @ Ducks

[parliamentlite]

Frustrating game tonight, lack of finishing on some great chances in periods one and two and a third period that could best be described as a learning experience.

 

[Bye Bye Blueston]

4th win in row for Ducks. Give them credit. They converted their chances, we didn’t.

 

[parliamentlite]

If I can pump a little sunshine about the NHL in general, I'm honestly excited about this season. Seems like teams are adopting the Tampa model of the last decade and emphasizing skating and attacking with forwards paired with timely defense. Even the Ducks were out there playing fun (until they didn't have to, of course).

It's fun to watch. This is such a beautiful sport.

 

[Stupendous Yappi]

I didn't think that was a trip on Perron at the end. Don't really have a problem with the no-call there.

Its not just this game, but I've seen some lackadaisical hockey around the league currently. This game was right along the same theme. So many passes to nowhere and giving the other team possession (from both teams).

Rosen had a rough 3rd period.

 

[Ducksforcup]

Came away impressed with your squad a couple of bounces (like those two posts by Kostin) and this game would have ended with a different result.

Kyrou is going to be a star, but I'm sure y'all already know that.

Always fun to play against the Blues. Good luck the rest of the way

 

[Bye Bye Blueston]

I didn't think that was a trip on Perron at the end. Don't really have a problem with the no-call there.

Its not just this game, but I've seen some lackadaisical hockey around the league currently. This game was right along the same theme. So many passes to nowhere and giving the other team possession (from both teams).

Rosen had a rough 3rd period.

Rosen was bad. But he’s an AHLer so won’t hold it against him. Others though, I expect more from. What is Kyrou excuse? Buch? Scandella? Bozo? Barbie? Tank? Perron? Lot of passengers tonight.

 

[Bye Bye Blueston]

Rosen was bad. But he’s an AHLer so won’t hold it against him. Others though, I expect more from. What is Kyrou excuse? Buch? Scandella? Bozo? Barbie? Tank? Perron? Lot of passengers tonight.

Kostin was good though. 2 posts. Different game if those go in.

 

[CoMoBlues]

Came away impressed with your squad a couple of bounces (like those two posts by Kostin) and this game would have ended with a different result.

Kyrou is going to be a star, but I'm sure y'all already know that.

Always fun to play against the Blues. Good luck the rest of the way

Agreed on Kyrou and thanks for posting. Enjoy Shattenkirk, I liked his time here in STL.

 

[BlueMed]

Except both lines were good against the Sharks. Maybe let’s not make decisions based on one game. If anything, the 4th line is the one that provided nothing.

Can't expect a 4th line to provide the scoring, especially with their limited minutes. That line's main job is to provide energy and momentum by heavy forechecking. If they score, that's a bonus. I think splitting up Thomas and Kyrou is best. They both bring a lot of speed and skating, which would be helpful to have on both the second and the third lines.

 

[parliamentlite]

Can't expect a 4th line to provide the scoring, especially with their limited minutes. That line's main job is to provide energy and momentum by heavy forechecking. If they score, that's a bonus. I think splitting up Thomas and Kyrou is best. They both bring a lot of speed and skating, which would be helpful to have on both the second and the third lines.

Not gonna lie, I love seeing Thomas and Kyrou together and I think the pairing of the two brings out Thomas's creativity at 5v5 in particular. My feeling is that the best version of this team involves giving those two a solid chunk of even-strength time together.

 

[simon IC]

I like Thomas and Kyrou together, but I think they need a banger on the left side. Someone to create chaos and open things up.

 

[Ranksu]

How did Faulk play? Looks like in highlights he was top of things on ice.

 

[BlueMed]

Not gonna lie, I love seeing Thomas and Kyrou together and I think the pairing of the two brings out Thomas's creativity at 5v5 in particular. My feeling is that the best version of this team involves giving those two a solid chunk of even-strength time together.

They do look good together, but I want to say that the Blues record isn't good when theyre on the same line though. This goes back to last season when they played together with Hoffman. I'd have to check on that specifically though. I do think they bring an element of speed that should be spread throughout the lineup rather than concentrated on one line. What makes the Blues successful is how speed, physicality, and skill are blended throughout the depth chart.

 

[simon IC]

How did Faulk play? Looks like in highlights he was top of things on ice.

Not his best game, but there were worse players.

 

[parliamentlite]

I like Thomas and Kyrou together, but I think they need a banger on the left side. Someone to create chaos and open things up.

That could be it for sure, seems like Kostin is auditioning for that role. Buch or even Sunny some day could round that group out, too.

Sorta stinks that we haven't been able to field a full roster yet but it's an opportunity for some experimentation too.

 

[Zachary Hines]

This game was brutual. Officiating has been terrible in general. Kostin i feel played well. O Reilly was quiet. Hopefully he quickly gets his feet under him again. Do we know how long schenn is out for? Krug was sorely missed.

 

[stl76]

Tough game overall. We really missed Krug and ROR looked a little off after having to sit for a while.

Thought the Kostin - Barbashev - Buchnevich line looked fantastic, starting to build some good chemistry. They look like a nightmare to play against: fast, physical, and plenty of skill.

 

[stl76]

How did Faulk play? Looks like in highlights he was top of things on ice.

If you only look for bad plays, then that's all you'll see.

I could give you a real break down of how Faulk played, but it's not worth writing out a response when you don't care if he actually played well.

 

[ChicagoBlues]

Tough game overall. We really missed Krug and ROR looked a little off after having to sit for a while.

Thought the Kostin - Barbashev - Buchnevich line looked fantastic, starting to build some good chemistry. They look like a nightmare to play against: fast, physical, and plenty of skill.

Yes, but Kostin is kinda blank.

EDIT: He does have a wicked shot.

 

[Stupendous Yappi]

Neighbors has kind of disappeared to a large degree. I think if the line-up is healthy there's just not room for him. I will be surprised if he doesn't get sent back down to juniors.

 

[ChicagoBlues]

Neighbors has kind of disappeared to a large degree. I think if the line-up is healthy there's just not room for him. I will be surprised if he doesn't get sent back down to juniors.

Neighbours has stalled, for sure. Keeping him up doesn't make sense any longer.

If Kostin can cut down on the mistakes and penalties and continue to release that shot of his, then I may be more optimistic of his future in the NHL.

 

[Ranksu]

If you only look for bad plays, then that's all you'll see.

I could give you a real break down of how Faulk played, but it's not worth writing out a response when you don't care if he actually played well.

1st goal is good example how Faulk defend, box out and leaves his man wide open.

 

[JoshFromMO]

That might have been the softest cross checking call in existence on Getzlaf

 

[HighNote]

That might have been the softest cross checking call in existence on Getzlaf

Pretty much all 3 calls last night were soft. I think both teams played extremely disciplined, it was like the refs were afraid to go a full game without calling something.

 

[Ranksu]

@stl76 can you break down this play by Faulk? 1st goal.