oiler fans already talking about the upcoming draft. ridiculous
The bank shot by Hansen and half screened slapper from the blueline by Bieksa? Didn't see Schroeder's offensive instincts, creativity or ability to make plays shine through on either play...
What I did see though is him missing 2 feet wide on a glorious set up. That's ashot you need to hit the net with.
Can you recall a play tonight where Schroeder attacked with the puck and looked dangerous or created a scoring chance?
That's nuts IMO. They have the talent to contend now, they just need a better supporting cast. IMO, if Tamby can't get them into a top 10 finish this year he needs to be replaced.
A few have mentioned Burke
That's nuts IMO. They have the talent to contend now, they just need a better supporting cast. IMO, if Tamby can't get them into a top 10 finish this year he needs to be replaced.
Holy **** the locker room reaction LOLOL
Good guy to put them over the top, actually. Maybe not the guy to build a team from scratch but he knows how to get the pieces to complete one. Don't like him or the way he acts, but he's a pretty good GM compared to like 20 other guys that still have jobs.
The Oilers are the worst defensive team he will play. He needs to look dangerous against a team like this, because he will be in very tough against the big, strong defensive clubs in the West.
He's a rookie, so I'm not expecting him to set the world on fire. I just didn't see his offensive game tonight as impressive. It was pretty lacklustre IMO.
Schroeder needs to generate and produce more offense to stay in the lineup every night. He's had some positive moments but still looks like a very marginal NHL player at this point.
With Kevin Lowe as his boss? Talk about a "shotgun wedding".Good guy to put them over the top, actually. Maybe not the guy to build a team from scratch but he knows how to get the pieces to complete one. Don't like him or the way he acts, but he's a pretty good GM compared to like 20 other guys that still have jobs.
Team that deserved to win, won. Fantastic to see Tanev stick it top corner. You can see how well he is liked by his team mates. Good to see defense produce offense because right now the team is going to need offense from somewhere. Timing for many players just not there
The Good
Hansen - workhorse who seems to have even got faster. Great two way game. Just hope Jensen has got this kind of speed.
Raymond - playing very well. Producing chances all the time and showing great speed in moving the puck from his territory. Play along the boards this year is greatly improved. Seems much stronger.
Hamhuis - far and away the best player. His mobility is simply outstanding. Worked his butt off in his own zone to mop up for the mistake of others
Edler - much better effort. One on one play was very good
Luongo - not his best effort but at crucial moments he was huge
Schroeder - some errant passes and still not converting chances but really working every zone. Needs to settle himself a little more with the puck in scoring positions. Given his workload, Schroeder is playing very well
Ballard - not without mistakes but overall a real positive for this team. Keeps this up and the Canucks are going to looking elsewhere for a buyout
Not so good
Garrison - continues to react to situations slowly. Gets caught too flat-footed too much. Needs to get some flow in his play. Plays in short bursts. Also needs to show more poise with the puck rather than whipping it around. Got to give him time to work with his teammates and you hope it comes. Also lack of pre-season to work with the team and lack of training time because of injury has to be factored in here.
D. Sedin - thought Henrik was better but Daniel showing little strength on the puck and making too many weak passes. Effort is there but little execution.
Other thoughts
PP is getting better but a long way from good
Kassian showed some of the reasons why some see inconsistency. Gets out of team concept and starts coasting around making dangerous passes. Seems to do things way too quickly at times and then at other times tries to slow down the game. Game pacing and knowing where and when to use speed still needs to be worked on. This is where the patience factor becomes important. Kassian is still a young player and stills needs a lot of coaching up. However, the upside here is huge
Did not think this was one of Tanev's best games however you could see him coming off the bench in OT with real determination. Often seems to hold back on the offense but sure didn't in the OT
Edmonton really hasn't changed much from last season - still playing the 6 man goalie system. Really makes for crappy hockey
that was the weakest goal ever, Tanev with the game winner here
I thought Garrison actually had a pretty decent game. Good play along the boards, did a decent job of covering for Bieksa who was downright awful. One of his better outings in my opinion.
That's nuts IMO. They have the talent to contend now, they just need a better supporting cast. IMO, if Tamby can't get them into a top 10 finish this year he needs to be replaced.
That's where I've been most impressed with Garrison. You definitely notice his size and presence behind the net. He's definitely one of our more physical defenders in our own zone.
OT Win >>>> Shootout win.
Great to see tanev get his first goal.
If there's no market for Luongo's services, its because teams are set in goal or its the contract because his play to start the season has been nothing short of stellar.
Nothing against Kassian who has exceeded expectations but when Burr is out there with Henrik and Daniel, its night and day, its like there's 4 forwards on the ice. Burr's chases pucks down better than anyone, is well positioned and keeps the play alive. Timing is part of it, but no Burr is the other elephant in the room of the Sedins' slow start. Reuniting them was the turning point in this game.
- terrific game for Hansen once again, this guy must be so hard to play against.
- Higgins and Lapierre are both playing a lot better.
- I thought Schroeder had a rough game. More than once behind the play defensively. Reminds me more and more of Wellwood.
- Didn't notice Kassian or Raymond much, or the 4th line for that matter except Volpatti who flubbed the puck numerous times. Usual game for Malhotra of fluctuating between serviceable and passing by.
- I thought our top 4 didn't give up much against a talented team.
- Ballard and Tanev struggled tonight (Tanev esp. was falling all over the place) though they certainly redeemed themselves (nice play by Ballard to keep the puck in on Tanev's goal).
Gotta give AV (looks like he has a cold) credit for calling a good game and a good stretch.