GDT: Devils @ Canadiens - 7:00 PM - MSG

[PKs Broken Stick]

You would think they lost by more if they got "bullied physically", no? Also hits in that series were pretty even too besides game 5 where the Devils got outhit by 6...

Not really

 

[MasterofGrond]

difference is last time we were int he playoffs we didn't have this defense, which if it's playing like this can hold it's own versus anybody.

and our forwards are in an entirely different league of speed. If they try to bully us they're gonna have to get real tired chasing us to do it.

 

[Captain3rdLine]

He wouldn't have been on a breakaway like you're claiming. They were all about evenly spaced out. It was a 2 on 1 really. I hate when d-men chase the puck carrier in those situations. If Marino didn't time it perfectly, that's a goal. Doing something that relies on you to be perfect is not a good strategy.

He would’ve pretty well been on a breakaway. He was perfectly in the middle of the ice. In that moment Marino had to put pressure on him.
Would’ve made no sense for Marino to just take the pass as Suzuki absolutely would’ve walked in all alone.

If you shift everyone over a few feet to the right sure. In that case Marino could just stay in the middle and watch the pass.

 

[Richer's Ghost]

When you're nitpicking the worst of the best player on the ice tonight, things are good.

LULZ

Enjoy the ride folks. It's been a long time coming.

 

[ZachaFlockaFlame]

difference is last time we were int he playoffs we didn't have this defense, which if it's playing like this can hold it's own versus anybody.

and our forwards are in an entirely different league of speed. If they try to bully us they're gonna have to get real tired chasing us to do it.

Lol yeah, that's what I don't get at all. If a team tries to be physical with us, they'll just get outskated

 

[markog]

This streak of 10+ wins is also very unusual and traditional because they are no SO wins but only regulation and OT wins.

 

[swissexpert]

Siegs and Marino are two guys everyone should be considering a jersey for

To think that those two gems are on a combined 7.8 M AAV until 2027 is scary

 

[New Jersey]

This team has a clear ability to take over games and assert themselves at will. They score goals when they need to, they can shut it down when they need to. The belief of the players is starting to spread to the fans.

I haven’t seen this from the New Jersey Devils in a long time.

 

[Clam Jensen]

The devils after luring the Canadiens into a false sense of security before the 2nd period started:

 

[Hisch13r]

When you're nitpicking the worst of the best player on the ice tonight, things are good.

LULZ

Enjoy the ride folks. It's been a long time coming.

Some people will find literally anything to bitch about

 

[Ripshot 43]

Let's get some f***ing bibimbap

Oh sure, I can make up words too!

 

[NJDevs26]

Lol yeah, that's what I don't get at all. If a team tries to be physical with us, they'll just get outskated

In theory yes, but the playoffs are generally called differently and played differently than the regular season. You NEED to be Colorado-like talented to win with only smallish skill players. Tampa had enough size and played edgy to complement its skill, plus had great goaltending.

I don't understand why people even want to be one-dimensional, it seems like it's some badge of honor around here to only win with speed and offensive skill and not need physicality. Being one-dimensional just makes it harder to thread the needle when there's more pressure and less margin for error.

 

[Better Call Sal]

 

[MadDevil]

We didn't get bullied by Tampa as much as we got outcheapshotted by them between Kucherov headhunting Vatanen and Hedman taking a stick to Nico's nuts.

 

[MachoDiablo]

Lost in all this is Dano admitted he would fight a zamboni if it was trying to run over Erika and he would win too

Someone needs to take this and edit Dano and a zamboni in...then edit it so the guy at the end only goes "OH, MY!"

 

[NJDevs26]

Lost in all this is Dano admitted he would fight a zamboni if it was trying to run over Erika and he would win too

How did that even come up in the first place lol

 

[Jersey Fan 12]

This team has a clear ability to take over games and assert themselves at will. They score goals when they need to, they can shut it down when they need to. The belief of the players is starting to spread to the fans.

I haven’t seen this from the New Jersey Devils in a long time.

Enjoying the ride for sure. But still leery knowing that Devils have yet to play Boston, Toronto, Tampa, Florida, the Rangers or Carolina.

 

[Cheddabombs]

Morning folks! What a win!

 

[Devils731]

How did that even come up in the first place lol

Shannon Hogan was in the way as the Zamboni was coming off the ice the other day. She had to hustle out of its way.

 

[MartyOwns]

getting out of bed this morning like

 

[Whaddagoal]

Good morning HFBoards Devils fans! Have we all checked the replays again, and standings....?

What shall we argue about today?

 

[Saugus]

Good morning HFBoards Devils fans! Have we all checked the replays again, and standings....?

What shall we argue about today?

I'll start: The power play still looked out of sync last night, Hughes snipe notwithstanding. With a more deadly PP, this team would absolutely crush opponents more decisively, and it would be more sustainable long term.

But that's a minor gripe in an otherwise outstanding performance on this win streak.

 

[AfroThunder396]

In theory yes, but the playoffs are generally called differently and played differently than the regular season. You NEED to be Colorado-like talented to win with only smallish skill players. Tampa had enough size and played edgy to complement its skill, plus had great goaltending.

I don't understand why people even want to be one-dimensional, it seems like it's some badge of honor around here to only win with speed and offensive skill and not need physicality. Being one-dimensional just makes it harder to thread the needle when there's more pressure and less margin for error.

Speed is part of forechecking, too. Jacks 2nd goal last night was proof of that. The MTL defender gets the puck along the wall and looks like he's going to clear. Mercer comes in fast before he can make a pass to force a turnover in MTL's zone, and Jack is able to get over fast enough to be in position for an easy goal.

We were one-dimensional last year with our transition game. Now we have a forecheck game. If you can find more physical guys who can still skate and score like Wood, Zetterlund, etc I'm all ears, but I won't sacrifice our speed and skill to do it.

 

[Whaddagoal]

I'll start: The power play still looked out of sync last night, Hughes snipe notwithstanding. With a more deadly PP, this team would absolutely crush opponents more decisively, and it would be more sustainable long term.

But that's a minor gripe in an otherwise outstanding performance on this win streak.

Yes and:
Still think they can position better for rebounds. Both on the PP and in 5v5. Dating back to 2 seasons ago at least.

Also Haula has made a deal we never lose but he never scores.

 

[Hisch13r]

I'll start: The power play still looked out of sync last night, Hughes snipe notwithstanding. With a more deadly PP, this team would absolutely crush opponents more decisively, and it would be more sustainable long term.

But that's a minor gripe in an otherwise outstanding performance on this win streak.

I thought the PP looked much better last night

Speed is part of forechecking, too. Jacks 2nd goal last night was proof of that. The MTL defender gets the puck along the wall and looks like he's going to clear. Mercer comes in fast before he can make a pass to force a turnover in MTL's zone, and Jack is able to get over fast enough to be in position for an easy goal.

We were one-dimensional last year with our transition game. Now we have a forecheck game. If you can find more physical guys who can still skate and score like Wood, Zetterlund, etc I'm all ears, but I won't sacrifice our speed and skill to do it.

I'm pretty sure we're like the best rush and cycle team in the league. At least top 3 in both. Also we literally are built similarly to how TB was. TB was pretty small up front and big on the backend. That's literally us as well.