GDT: Game #5 Blues host Kings 7pm CT

[i aint Dunn yet]

need to keep pushing the pace

 

[Stealth JD]

Good to see the Blues can play a tight, close, defensive game too…the offense is fun, but good defense is critical to a long post-season run. These kinds of games will benefit them later in the season when the real estate become highly contested.

 

[LGB51]

Damn we had something cooking their but Thomas offsides.

 

[TheDizee]

been a good game from both teams tonight

 

[Tryblot]

that goal is right up there with the one he scored against the rangers

Looked very similar to the first goal of his career against the Red Wings. The first one to show he had arrived in the NHL and now to show he's back in the NHL.

 

[Xerloris]

I love that the Kraken really look stupid at this point after turning down Tarasenko for free.

 

[i aint Dunn yet]

I'd go further back and say it looked like his debut against the Red Wings.

when he scored 2

 

[DoubleK81]

I just don't see it happening at this point. He's looked absolutely incredible and if he's playing like that JUST to get traded - I just don't see him wanting to leave if they can keep winning.

This is a very weird situation, because on one hand you can say that he is putting max effort in just to get out. On the other hand, you can actually see the smile and excitement coming from him which I doubt would happen if he truly wants out. Who knows. We'll find out eventually. It's been a long time since i've seen this kind of overall game from him.

 

[i aint Dunn yet]

I love that the Kraken really look stupid at this point after turning down Tarasenko for free.

good

 

[Tryblot]

This is a very weird situation, because on one hand you can say that he is putting max effort in just to get out. On the other hand, you can actually see the smile and excitement coming from him which I doubt would happen if he truly wants out. Who knows. We'll find out eventually.

That's how I'm looking at it.

 

[Bye Bye Blueston]

My only question is how much Army thinks the LD needs an upgrade. If he does, I think Tarasenko gets moved just because it’s the path of least resistance from a cap standpoint. Otherwise, yeah, I think you keep him and re-evaluate in the offseason.

I don’t think army sees it as need some in here do. I think we would like upgrade on Walman more than a top 4 need.

 

[A Real Barn Burner]

He’s looked really good last couple games, but still don’t see the shot we are used to.

Agreed his shot might not be able to pick a corner from the hash marks yet. However he is showing his strength, speed, and drive are back. How many guys in the league can do what he just did there? If the shot comes back wether it’s accuracy or velocity that is holding him back it is just gravy on top at this point.

 

[CraftyVeteran]

exactly what we didn't need Buch ffs

 

[AjaxManifesto]

I like Neal's game. Works in the dirty areas. Doesn't dick around with the puck....just fires it on net

 

[Davimir Tarablad]

Lazy penalty by Buch

 

[AjaxManifesto]

Playing with matches...will there be fire?

 

[Xerloris]

that open net on the PK proves that sometimes it's better to be lucky than good.

 

[Bye Bye Blueston]

Lazy penalty by Buch

He has had rough game

 

[High n Wide]

This is a very weird situation, because on one hand you can say that he is putting max effort in just to get out. On the other hand, you can actually see the smile and excitement coming from him which I doubt would happen if he truly wants out. Who knows. We'll find out eventually. It's been a long time since i've seen this kind of overall game from him.

I think that behind the scenes there’s feelings one way or another, but at the end of the day things seem amicable. Armstrong will do what’s best for the team and Tarasenko is a proud enough and professional enough person that he’ll play his best regardless. This isn’t an Eichel situation, so if what’s best for the team is to wait things out I think both the player and organization can recognize and respect that enough to put any disagreements to the side until the offseason.

 

[Blueline2757]

I like Buch but he can't be taking those penalties

 

[i aint Dunn yet]

couple of nice blocks in front

and husso is on

 

[LBlues24]

Looks like the few game layoff has slowed Buch down a bit. Hasn’t looked too engaged all night

 

[CraftyVeteran]

Hooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooose

 

[mk80]

Is Buchnevic the new Perron when it comes to penalties?

 

[DoubleK81]

Agreed his shot might not be able to pick a corner from the hash marks yet. However he is showing his strength, speed, and drive are back. How many guys in the league can do what he just did there? If the shot comes back wether it’s accuracy or velocity that is holding him back it is just gravy on top at this point.

I think it's actually a good thing his shot isn't totally back yet. I feel as though he just deferred to his shot for a long time since it was such an asset and stopped working his overall offensive game.

 

[Ginger Papa]

As the saying goes, “Success heals all wounds.”

I’ve said it before & repeat it again, Tank is one of my favourite players to watch and seeing him appear to round back to form is a wonderful thing.

I really hope the rift can be resolved & he can remain a Blue.