GDT: Game 28. At Capitals 4pm

[The Nemesis]

I think people are overblowing the Wilson high stick. He missed a stick-lift. It wasn’t a normal Wilson taking a run at someone or a complete cheapshot, dangerous play.

But, on the other hand, it's Tom Wilson so f*** him.

 

[Jargon]

Just watched the game.

I don’t remember the last time the Sharks played this well defensively. Offense supporting, defense skating and making smart passes, good sticks, good gap control and FAST breakouts. Like, who the f*** is this team?!

Some of the plays in the offensive zone were beautiful. It felt like both teams had moments of sort of awkward fumbling and shot misses/heels but, in general, it was a perfect road game and they played the Capitals exceedingly well.

Eklund ending it in overtime was a great finish. Celebrini is f***ing amazing. Walman and a 2nd for future considerations, I mean, Jesus Christ, those considerations would look STEEP if that’s how it worked — he’s great. Ferraro and Liljegren look like a good 2nd pairing. I’ve really enjoyed Liljegren’s smooth skating and mobility.

Smith has been hustling and skating way better. His passes into sticks and people were a little brutal a few times, but then other times they were elite, so I’m fine with him testing and learning, that’s part of the experience. He’s a totally different player than the first 10 games though. I really like the Kostin (he’s been quite good), Granny, Smith line.

actually, in general, these lines are really potent.

I can’t believe this team is this fun again.

 

[karltonian]

If Vlasic is coming back soon as Randy said earlier, you'd have to think Rutta would be the odd man out.

he's gonna push thrun out lol

 

[Patty Ice]

Hey so I'm the wording on this is very misleading.

I said Ferraro might be the worst defenseman in the league earlier this season

A Sharks fan with a hyperbole??? Get out of town!

 

[OrrNumber4]

actually, in general, these lines are really potent.

I can’t believe this team is this fun again.

I can't explain Ferraro's resurgence, and I am sure that Kostin falls off...but this could be evidence how useful adding another top-6 winger and #2-3 defenseman would be

 

[Stewie Griffin]

Just went through Washington's GDT, and just like OTT, DET, LAK, and a few other teams...they are all surprised at how much better the Sharks are than they thought...and praise Celebrini for how good he looks.

 

[Jargon]

Warsofsky might be a very good coach.

 

[Jargon]

I can't explain Ferraro's resurgence, and I am sure that Kostin falls off...but this could be evidence how useful adding another top-6 winger and #2-3 defenseman would be

You know, I’m a little hopeful that Kostin can keep this play up. I’m not sure he’s been on a team that’s this tight knit and the guys seemed to have really stepped up and helped him through his struggles earlier. He really, really seems like he’s trying and I think he knows very well that this could be his last chance. I think he’s really trying and working hard and I really hope for his sake and the team’s sake he finally breaks through. I genuinely believe if he hits his ceiling or anywhere close, he could be a big part of this team in the future. Who doesn’t want a giant with his hands?