Does Canada have an answer to the Tkachuks?

[HairyKneel]

Brady was hammering guys all night, we can talk about whatever injury probably groin in the spin-o-Rama attempt befell Matthew. But that start was big and guys bailing on Brady in the area was seen at times and that was kind of the point. I actually think McAvoy’s hit on McDavid was probably the biggest impactful one, but it was clear from the onset we aren’t giving you an inch.

Also you are free to have your take on it. But the guys in the USA room talked about it a lot post-game, it seemed to matter to them which means a lot more than random internet posters.

Nobody bailed on Brady. That's adorable though.

A few odd ommissions for sure.

Probably would like Tom Wilson on the roster too.

Neither of Walt's boys would do much more than cling to Wilson like a kitten.

 

[HairyKneel]

Team USA wanted it more last night. Cooper failed to adjust his lineup and kept throwing his favourite Tampa boys out there while Bennett and Marchand only got the odd shift here and there. Bennett was creating space every time he was on the ice yet he couldn't get more than 7 mins total ice time

Canada had more good looks. Helleybuck>>> Shitttington

 

[Nogatco Rd]

Prepare to be disappointed since your expectation doesn't align with past reality. NHL players simply do not treat exhibition games like they are regular season NHL games. Why would they in this tournament since it doesn't even count towards anything?

Turns out some guys will play hard for the love of the game and out of pride in their country.

This is one of those instances where you should be happy to be wrong… more high quality hockey to enjoy. All-star level rosters minus the All Star Game effort.

 

[FlyguyOX]

Nope, facts which some of you are not used to.

Guess you just don't understand the game then.

 

[Guy Larose]

Guess you just don't understand the game then.

Must be it...or better yet, US bias for their team

 

[Nut Upstrom]

All the fights seem to have done is put the focus on the Tkachuk brothers themselves and not on the actual hockey. I dont think those staged fights had any real impact on the game. Look at Larkin and, primarily, Hellebuyck if you want to point out why USA wins.
When the Tkachuk kids do shit like this it just seems like some desperate attempt to get daddy's approval.
It was a fun game to watch, the fights included, but their suggested impact is getting way overblown.

 

[authentic]

I’m not so sure about this one. Friendly bet says Canada wins the tournament.

I win

 

[HarrySPlinkett]

Yeah.

“You can’t spell ‘you can’t beat us’ without ‘USA’. Kiss my medal.”

 

[colchar]

If the Tkachuk's lean in on their physical/pestering games against Canada, who can counter them?

The only players I can think of are TK and Bennett. I don't think Canada has good options tbh.

 

[snag]

Canada reminds me of the 2006 Olympic team.

I guess it would more accurately be the 2010 team.

 

[HarrySPlinkett]

All the fights seem to have done is put the focus on the Tkachuk brothers themselves and not on the actual hockey. I dont think those staged fights had any real impact on the game. Look at Larkin and, primarily, Hellebuyck if you want to point out why USA wins.
When the Tkachuk kids do shit like this it just seems like some desperate attempt to get daddy's approval.
It was a fun game to watch, the fights included, but their suggested impact is getting way overblown.

No kidding - I get that it was a special moment last week, but I don’t really see how losing three consecutive fights in the first nine seconds inspires the team.

Like, what hurts each team more?

No Tkachuks or Miller for 5 mins, or no Hagel, Bennett and Parayko?

It’s not even a question.

I win

Today, we all win.

Except the Americans, of course.

 

[Curufinwe]

Prepare to be disappointed since your expectation doesn't align with past reality. NHL players simply do not treat exhibition games like they are regular season NHL games. Why would they in this tournament since it doesn't even count towards anything?

This take is colder than Neptune.

 

[Cheapseats]

All the fights seem to have done is put the focus on the Tkachuk brothers themselves and not on the actual hockey....

They wouldn't have it any other way... the sideshow.

 

[FlyguyOX]

Took them getting injured, obviously couldn't handle them when they were healthy

 

[Bounces R Way]

Guess they do

 

[Cheapseats]

Then who on that team should the Tkachuks have chosen instead?

As awesome as that was to watch they should have chosen to play hockey and focus on being part of the team. I feel they both went over the top and paid a price. Winning the gold is what mattered, not the round robin. Its not about the media quotes.. IMO they played the round robin like the gold and the gold like the round robin. I hope Ottawa gets something good for Brady.

 

[Lara Emily]

Yes

 

[illicit]

Have to imagine Canada will be taking Wilson for the Olympics if he continues his high level of play. Canadas forecheck lacked a big forward that could bring the pain.

 

[BigDaddyLurch]

...Hagel & Bennett worked nicely...

 

[PAZ]

Have to imagine Canada will be taking Wilson for the Olympics if he continues his high level of play. Canadas forecheck lacked a big forward that could bring the pain.

Either him on Hyman, but i'm not sure if they'll actually get dressed.

4 nations was with NHL refs on NHL ice. Olympics will be with IIHF refs with international sized ice. It's going to be more difficult to lay the body on larger ice and do it cleanly by IIHF standards.

 

[D0ctorCool]

Yes, and his name is JT Miller.

 

[illicit]

Either him on Hyman, but i'm not sure if they'll actually get dressed.

4 nations was with NHL refs on NHL ice. Olympics will be with IIHF refs with international sized ice. It's going to be more difficult to lay the body on larger ice and do it cleanly by IIHF standards.

Olympics are scheduled to be played on NHL size rinks, but you do make a good point about the referees. Still, I think a versatile, physical player like Willy was missing from Canadas lineup.

Agreed on Hyman. Cooper seemed to struggle to find the right linemates for McDavid over these four games, Hymans already got the chemistry going.

 

[BigDaddyLurch]

Either him on Hyman, but i'm not sure if they'll actually get dressed.

4 nations was with NHL refs on NHL ice. Olympics will be with IIHF refs with international sized ice. It's going to be more difficult to lay the body on larger ice and do it cleanly by IIHF standards.

...this is gonna be the issue for physical players; IIHF refs...basically anti-contact...more's the pity...

 

[Sidgeni Malkby]

Have to imagine Canada will be taking Wilson for the Olympics if he continues his high level of play. Canadas forecheck lacked a big forward that could bring the pain.

I believe I said and felt the same. If Wilson had been there, it would have been another level

That being said...
Won't the Olympics be on international ice?

Which would mean the physicality won't be as important, and it may let smaller faster guys shine.

*EDIT*
Okay...been answered...NA ice!
*/EDIT*

 

[Golden_Jet]

Prepare to be disappointed since your expectation doesn't align with past reality. NHL players simply do not treat exhibition games like they are regular season NHL games. Why would they in this tournament since it doesn't even count towards anything?

Sorry that it didn’t work out for your poor take.