Czechs in North America

[Wooren]

I remember when Zadina was playing well, but was just really unlucky and the points were bound to pile up eventually. Well they do now, in Switzerland...

I would much rather come in here and read how shit Kulich is playing despite producing at PPG rate.

 

[Chainshot]

Not too surprised. Don't really blame Buffalo. I assume it's a 1 game and watch sort of thing. Hoping it's not an AHL demotion coming in. He's doing great things but he's got 1 point in, mostly, a Top 6 role. He's been surrounded with very good players too. Sucks though!

I've thought he's been the most consistent member of that line but nothing has gone in for Cozens and until the last game, Quinn was mostly invisible all over the ice. I suspect when Benson comes off IR, Kulich assigned back to Rochester is the move they make even if I don't agree (I think they should waive Bryson down to the AHL instead).

 

[Czechboy]

While Kulich and jiricek can't crack the lineups. Ivan Ivan will be on the AVS second line today.

For fun

Ivan Ivan
GP 10
Pts 3

Jiricek and Kulich combined
GP 9
Pts 2

If you say you saw this coming.. then you are a genius!

 

[Czechboy]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1851704556725653919

Not too surprised... Felt like he lost his spot battle to coronato. Say hi to Frk!!

 

[Hinterland]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1851548273544159479

https://www.nationalleague.ch/news/zwei-spielsperren-und-busse-gegen-filip-zadina

Zadina suspended 2 games and fined 4000 Swiss Francs for a hit against Simon LeCoultre.

 

[Czechboy]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1851548273544159479

https://www.nationalleague.ch/news/zwei-spielsperren-und-busse-gegen-filip-zadina

Zadina suspended 2 games and fined 4000 Swiss Francs for a hit against Simon LeCoultre.

Dick move?

Any chance it'll afffect his EHT nomination?

 

[Czechboy]

While Kulich and jiricek can't crack the lineups. Ivan Ivan will be on the AVS second line today.

For fun

Ivan Ivan
GP 10
Pts 3

Jiricek and Kulich combined
GP 9
Pts 2

If you say you saw this coming.. then you are a genius!

https://x.com/i/web/status/1851864819718074796

Ivan now doubling Kulich and Jiricek.lol

 

[Hinterland]

Dick move?

Any chance it'll afffect his EHT nomination?

I think it's a tough punishment. Zadina admitted to the charge but asked to reduce the suspension by one game because he didn't elbow LeCoultre on purpose. I completely believe that because the initial impact was Zadina's back hitting through LeCoultre's body. As he turns and pushes away he smashes his elbow into LeCoultre's head while looking away.

I agree it was an accident but players safety in their explanation said that it doesn't matter because there was head contact and Zadina's responsible for it.

I think a fine would have been enough here.

 

[Czechboy]

I think it's a tough punishment. Zadina admitted to the charge but asked to reduce the suspension by one game because he didn't elbow LeCoultre on purpose. I completely believe that because the initial impact was Zadina's back hitting through LeCoultre's body. As he turns and pushes away he smashes his elbow into LeCoultre's head while looking away.

I agree it was an accident but players safety in their explanation said that it doesn't matter because there was head contact and Zadina's responsible for it.

I think a fine would have been enough here.

Interesting. I haven't seen it but prefer this approach over rule 48 in the NHL where you can justify a headshot from a guy like trouba. I'd be told to watch women's tennis on the mains lol

 

[Hinterland]

Interesting. I haven't seen it but prefer this approach over rule 48 in the NHL where you can justify a headshot from a guy like trouba. I'd be told to watch women's tennis on the mains lol

If you're interested...You can find a video of the hit including explanations and verdict from players safety if you follow the link. I still think it's a harsh punishment.

 

[Hinterland]

Funny enough, those two actually have a history:

 

[martygod12]

Necas on fire with 1+3 hope he can continue this way all season lol. Now that Boston is so shit so far it's really fun to watch if Pasta can be top Czech scorer either way or Necas will take his place this year.

Zacha? Is he even playing lol

Vrana scored also, shame he is getting still only 10mins a night, would be nice if they give him a bigger role for a game or two to see if he still got it. Cause he has some nice looks with the limited time he gets.

 

[martygod12]

Btw Nosek should be ready after injury and play tonight against Dallas

 

[Czechboy]

Wonder what Kulich and jiricek are doing because it sure as f*** isn't playing hockey.lol

They are getting less minutes than Ivan, Nosek and Vrana. Let that sink in.

 

[martygod12]

Wonder what Kulich and jiricek are doing because it sure as f*** isn't playing hockey.lol

They are getting less minutes than Ivan, Nosek and Vrana. Let that sink in.

I honestly expected Kulich back in the lineup tonight. f***in Buffalo man

Our two best prospects and they are both getting killed by their franchises, it's absolutely infuriating.

Btw Sale also didn't play, wonder what's going there', hope it's not some injury. I would find it ridiculous if they send him to OHL after that start he had

On the bright side A.Jiricek is back and playing in Bradford! Hope he can get in form before the WJC, we need him very much

 

[Czechboy]

I honestly expected Kulich back in the lineup tonight. f***in Buffalo man

Our two best prospects and they are both getting killed by their franchises, it's absolutely infuriating.

Btw Sale also didn't play, wonder what's going there', hope it's not some injury. I would find it ridiculous if they send him to OHL after that start he had

On the bright side A.Jiricek is back and playing in Bradford! Hope he can get in form before the WJC, we need him very much

He's on top pair with Hamara. So that should help. Him back is very exciting. Both our young studs eating nachos makes me want to f***en scream! I get 'sit a game and watch' but Jiricek has played 2 games in the last month. He's playing as much as his brother who wasn't cleared to play.lol

Not good about Sale.. his start is also a nice surprise!

 

[Czechboy]

https://x.com/i/web/status/1852627479833239624

Click on the comments for potential Czech rosters for the 4 nations world cup that they didn't invite us too.lol

Using NHL contracts only (so no Euro's, has to have an NHL 2 way or 1 way contract and be in AHL or NHL)... Here is my roster

Necas Zacha Pasta, Chytil, Kampf, Nosek, Palat, Kulich, Vrana, Ivan, Lauko, Faksa, Blumel (13) and my extras are Klapka and Sale (for experience as I think he'll be at the Olympics the following year, so bench his ass but get him practicing with the guys)

It'd be a classic top 6 and bottom 6 type scenario but we have a lot of size, speed, faceoff guys, good special teams and Pasta and Necas can carry a hell of an offence (I'd split them up) as they are both line drivers while Zacha and Hertl are more complimentary. Chytil is a line driver but I'd make him a 3C and hope he outscores his opposition.

Hronek, Gudas, Rutta, Jiricek is my top 4 - filled in with Kral, Spacek and Svozil for the bottom pair and spare guy. Pressbox is Hovorka.

Dostal is the starter followed by Mrazek. I am fine with any of Vanecek, Vej, Rittich or Vladar as the 3rd goalie. I'm a big fan of all of them and don't see a massive difference between them.

If I were allowed Euro's... I'd only want ones with a lot of international experience and success.. I would toss in Cervenka on top line with Pasta. Sedlak in bottom 6. O. Kase in bottom 6. Stats be dammed, I'd want Kubalik as he always plays great for the NT.

I'd also look at a more experienced Euro D to push some of our AHL kids to the pressbox - someone like Krejcik (boy was I wrong about him) or Kempny who have gold medals (and a stanley cup) for experience.

And, since I'm on it.. f*** gary bettman