Pre-Game Talk: [GM46] Vancouver Canucks vs Buffalo Sabres | Tue, Jan. 21sr | 7pm | SNP | Roster TBD

[Vector]

Sabres play against the Kraken tonight.

 

[God]

Sabres play against the Kraken tonight.

forgot that jt's twin makes his return to rogers arena. should be a standing ovation in recognition of that goal he scored against LA last year.

 

[Three On Zero]

A suspension automatically comes with the match penalty, the commissioner can overturn it but obviously won't in this case. The only question right now is the length.

I disagree that Myers doesn't deserve an extra game. Both were crosschecks in the face, but McDavid did it during play.

A hearing is automatic with a match penalty, not a suspension. It can be anywhere from a fine to 5 games.

 

[Kryten]

A hearing is automatic with a match penalty, not a suspension. It can be anywhere from a fine to 5 games.

If its in person doesnt it automatically mean a suspension though?

 

[Three On Zero]

If its in person doesnt it automatically mean a suspension though?

In person means it can exceed the 5 games. More or less guarantees you a suspension if that’s the route they take.

 

[Vector]

If its in person doesnt it automatically mean a suspension though?

Just in-case, both these hearings are over the phone so they will be less than 5 games.

 

[God]

show some respect for laffy taffy

 

[valkynax]

 

[Vector]

Consistency

• Talked today to the team about how the last game was great but you need to follow it up
• Need to consistently block out noise
• Sustainable stuff; can’t be a once-in-a-while team

Pettersson

• Both Pettersson and Tocchet’s job to make Pettersson understand what the team needs from him
• Needs to move his feet; otherwise he gets in trouble
• Wants him to be aggressive; when he’s not aggressive that’s when he makes the wrong mistake
• Can handle aggressive mistakes
• When he gets the puck, take some strides and be ready to get your shot off; so talented that he can get around someone trying to block the shot; but has to do that every day
• Hockey is repetition

Myers

• League hasn’t said anything but will assume he would be out for a game or two

His Future with the Team

• All his energy has gone towards getting the team to play consistently
• Just focusing on gameplans and line-ups
• His best approach is to focus on hockey games

Defence Pairings

• Not set in stone but Hronek will have to play some shifts with other partners
• There will be situational stuff where different personnel will be out there
• Have some injuries and Myers' upcoming suspension
• Friedman can skate and move the puck up

Noisy Season

• In his career dealt with noise; trade rumours and expiring contracts
• Can’t think too far ahead; just worry about the next day
• Need a group of guys that hold steady and preach the right things
• Doesn’t want 2-3 guys going off on their own, prefers more guys hanging out together
• Tells players that everyone is watching you; conduct yourself professionally and with character

Miller Line

• Have talked to Miller a couple of times but was more about hockey
• Suter was really good; excellent defensively

Resiliency

• Takes the positive approach; he’s been in the league for 40 years and this is one of the most trying years he’s ever seen but to still hang in the playoff race is huge
• There are positives; haven’t lost a lot in a row

Standings

• Does watch the standings but understands that a lot can change in 48 hours; jumping spots
• Is he in his office at 4pm having a coffee watching another team and hoping they lose? Yeah!
• Isn’t scoreboard watching everyday

Hoglander

• Has to have an identity and a role but earlier in the season felt he was caught in between
• Is being harder on the puck; holding on to the puck more and getting shots on net
• Wanting the puck is confidence

Garland

• Has a chip on his shoulder; has to play with that edge

Injuries

• Juulsen is day-to-day
• Joshua skated today but not with the team; getting close
• Won’t call up a forward tomorrow
• Mentions Raty and Karlsson as guys pushing for call-ups

 

[wonton15]

Myers and McJesus both get 3 game suspensions

 

[Vector]

 

[VanillaCoke]

Please staple Friedman to Hughes for every minute of all three games.

Hughes looks unreal with anyone, why not mark, maybe it works for 5v5. Friedman can pass him the puck as well as hronek, or close enough hopefully.

 

[xtr3m]

If it isn't the exact same suspension there should be a riot.

Phew, no riots.

 

[Baby Pettersson]

Lmao 3 games each. Fair enough. I'm just shocked they actually suspended the golden boy.

 

[vancityluongo]

Lmao 3 games each. Fair enough. I'm just shocked they actually suspended the golden boy.

should be a fun on thursday haha!

am i crazy to think that three games for that is a stupid suspension both ways

a bruin or ranger commits that same cross-check every second game

 

[Hodgy]

@Vector , FYI, it is January 20th today but it is in fact a Monday.

 

[Hoglander]

Tocchet must be choked! Myers not available, and he can't just give those minutes to Juulsen. Must be fumin' mad.

 

[Vector]

@Vector , FYI, it is January 20th today but it is in fact a Monday.

Thanks. Have had a long going on today.

 

[God]

hey vector the game is jan 21st not jan 21sr

 

[valkynax]

Lmao 3 games each. Fair enough. I'm just shocked they actually suspended the golden boy.

I would not be surprised at all if Buttman himself sent McDavid a mug for the troubles he caused the latter.

 

[Vector]

 

[Baby Pettersson]

Honestly glad we still have Miller because this Thursday game is going to be a blood bath. With I had a Garland jersey to wear to the game to piss everyone off!

 

[Baby Pettersson]

That's funny because he's the last one I would have expected.

 

[Vector]

That's funny because he's the last one I would have expected.

Last time Carson Soucy missed a hockey game it was because he cross-checked Connor McDavid.

 

[Baby Pettersson]

I love how a guy who's 5 feet tall has the entirety of Oiler nation in shambles right now. Funniest **** I've ever seen.