Post-Game Talk: Habs lose to the Leafs. Fail to clinch.

[BLONG7]

Move Laine on the pp2. Now that he doesn't score, he's harmful. He doesn't move, can't pass, always fumble on pressure, basically destroy our pp everytime the puck is on his stick and he doesn't choose to shoot it

Laine is struggling on the PP. When he shoots, he is dangerous, but that's it.............the puck is like a grenade when he has it.............Brutal.
He or Slaf for me, can go to the PP2.

The PP1 needs a spark and a change of sorts, well the spark has arrived from Russia boys...

 

[BLONG7]

It definitely wasn't a lack of effort Sammy. The boys didn't play badly. Most of our shots were either blocked or missed the net.

Wish that we hadn't played the night before.....would have liked to see them play the leafs with some rest....our execution was brutal, and not getting the shots through was bizzare.

 

[salbutera]

MLS is a fraudulent amateur coach and this team is playing its worse hockey in weeks at the worst possible time. Not looking good.

The playoff run (if they make it) will be short barring a Halak style miracle from one of the goalies, I don't care what the homers say.

I take it you predicted the Habs would have a 97% probability to grab a wildcard spot into final days of the season in April?

Or were you one of those “frauds” in pre season who predicted Habs would be tanking?

 

[HabsForHire]

Chicago is 8-26-5 on the road. Habs can't blow this, they better take care of
business tomorrow.

4 shots through 2 periods incoming

 

[Lshap]

Laine is struggling on the PP. When he shoots, he is dangerous, but that's it.............the puck is like a grenade when he has it.............Brutal.
He or Slaf for me, can go to the PP2.

The PP1 needs a spark and a change of sorts, well the spark has arrived from Russia boys...

True enough. On the other hand, Laine's been somewhat stronger on the puck than he was earlier this season. Maybe I'm imagining it, but I'd give him more rope if he really is finding his game.

For me, Slafkovsky would be the one to move to PP2. In the big picture he has a lot more runway, however right now he appears stuck in a rut of indecision.

 

[salbutera]

I would move Laine off the 1st PP simply to get the players out of the over-reliance do loop they seem to have gotten themselves stuck in - regardless of his elite shot Laine should not be the only option they seek on the PP.

At least they tried to be creative last night, w Laine trying to throw the Make Beliefs off by making shot passes to Slaf

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

The best part was reading people trying to justify having like 8 shots total in the 3rd.

 

[HabbyGuy]

The best part was reading people trying to justify having like 8 shots total in the 3rd.

Jesus Christ do you people even watch the games? Yeah they were having trouble getting shots through the leafs D, Toronto as a whole made a concerted effort to help out the D all night due to only having 5 dmen rostered last night, they sacrificed and got in front of every shot they could, and the ones they couldn't get in front of, they pressured the habs enough they couldn't get the shots they wanted on net. Even then the scoring chances were still basically even for both teams.

The boys battled hard all night, it wasn't lack of trying that let them down. Toronto are the likely Atlantic division winners, a team ladened with talent, they wanted this game as much as we did, and our young undergunned team on a back to back, basically running with only 2 legitimate lines still battled them to 0-0 draw after 60 minutes. There were no passengers last night.

I swear sometimes I feel like the chick on fox news with the glasses, who's the only sane one on the panel trying to break through the ridiculous noise in the GDT's.

Some of you clearly have unrealistic expectations of this club in relation to where they are in this rebuild. This team has more than delivered and will most likely gain a birth in the playoffs.

What the hell more could you possibly ask for?

 

[TennisMenace]

Here is an interesting question to ponder…..

What team would Capitals match up better against and feel better playing in round one? Habs or Blue Jackets?

If they want to keep throwing their game to Columbus, which could help them get in, then they may get to play Columbus in round one instead of us if we crap our pants these last two games.

So, do they fear playing against our great first line, Laine on the PP, and the mystic of Ivan Demidov more than banging and punching it out with Olivier and Company? Hmmmmm

 

[Tyson]

Last night had all the hallmarks of a regulation loss/shut out and we have to give serious props to Jakub Dobes...his athleticism and compete level are impressive.
He is directly responsible for 3 out of 4 points in the past week.

 

[Tuggy]

Super dynamic offensive talent sitting in the press box -> team gets shutout.

Hmmm

Gotta get Pezzetta in there.

 

[Miller Time]

Jesus Christ do you people even watch the games? Yeah they were having trouble getting shots through the leafs D, Toronto as a whole made a concerted effort to help out the D all night due to only having 5 dmen rostered last night, they sacrificed and got in front of every shot they could, and the ones they couldn't get in front of, they pressured the habs enough they couldn't get the shots they wanted on net. Even then the scoring chances were still basically even for both teams.

The boys battled hard all night, it wasn't lack of trying that let them down. Toronto are the likely Atlantic division winners, a team ladened with talent, they wanted this game as much as we did, and our young undergunned team on a back to back, basically running with only 2 legitimate lines still battled them to 0-0 draw after 60 minutes. There were no passengers last night.

I swear sometimes I feel like the chick on fox news with the glasses, who's the only sane one on the panel trying to break through the ridiculous noise in the GDT's.

Some of you clearly have unrealistic expectations of this club in relation to where they are in this rebuild. This team has more than delivered and will most likely gain a birth in the playoffs.

What the hell more could you possibly ask for?

Bang on.

Some of the posts reek of trolling... Seriously question how a person could legitimately be a fan of the Habs and come up with such nonsense takes.

No one could have that poor an understanding of the sport of hockey, could they ?

 

[Miller Time]

The best part was reading people trying to justify having like 8 shots total in the 3rd.

It's because some people actually watched the game.

 

[The Gr8 Dane]

Sky is falling crowd is incredibly cringe/embarassing

 

[HabbyGuy]

Bang on.

Some of the posts reek of trolling... Seriously question how a person could legitimately be a fan of the Habs and come up with such nonsense takes.

No one could have that poor an understanding of the sport of hockey, could they ?

I dunno man, I thought fans were supposed to support their team, if anyone deserves it, it's this year's squad. They've far surpassed anything we could have hoped for.

 

[StCaufield]

Jesus Christ do you people even watch the games? Yeah they were having trouble getting shots through the leafs D, Toronto as a whole made a concerted effort to help out the D all night due to only having 5 dmen rostered last night, they sacrificed and got in front of every shot they could, and the ones they couldn't get in front of, they pressured the habs enough they couldn't get the shots they wanted on net. Even then the scoring chances were still basically even for both teams.

The boys battled hard all night, it wasn't lack of trying that let them down. Toronto are the likely Atlantic division winners, a team ladened with talent, they wanted this game as much as we did, and our young undergunned team on a back to back, basically running with only 2 legitimate lines still battled them to 0-0 draw after 60 minutes. There were no passengers last night.

I swear sometimes I feel like the chick on fox news with the glasses, who's the only sane one on the panel trying to break through the ridiculous noise in the GDT's.

Some of you clearly have unrealistic expectations of this club in relation to where they are in this rebuild. This team has more than delivered and will most likely gain a birth in the playoffs.

What the hell more could you possibly ask for?

There’s no excuse. You’re giving Toronto too much credit. If that’s the case then expect 10 shots a game in the playoffs where players put their bodies on the line even more. Caufields 80 shots last night from the goal line won’t do it either. Shot attempts doesn’t mean they played good because they didn’t. Could’ve been 5-0 if it weren’t for Dobes. Absolutely abysmal effort for a team trying to clinch

 

[The Gr8 Dane]

Team is dogmeat on paper and we are gonna make the post season i can't believe the crying here wtf. They obviously put their foot off the gas after a 6 win streak to make seperation with everyone.

I just don't understand how people can possibly be genuinely mad lol

 

[StCaufield]

Here is an interesting question to ponder…..

What team would Capitals match up better against and feel better playing in round one? Habs or Blue Jackets?

If they want to keep throwing their game to Columbus, which could help them get in, then they may get to play Columbus in round one instead of us if we crap our pants these last two games.

So, do they fear playing against our great first line, Laine on the PP, and the mystic of Ivan Demidov more than banging and punching it out with Olivier and Company? Hmmmmm

I think Washington is more focused on the fact that they’ve been awful and need to get back on track. I don’t think they care who they face

 

[HabbyGuy]

There’s no excuse. You’re giving Toronto too much credit. If that’s the case then expect 10 shots a game in the playoffs where players put their bodies on the line even more. Caufields 80 shots last night from the goal line won’t do it either. Shot attempts doesn’t mean they played good because they didn’t. Could’ve been 5-0 if it weren’t for Dobes. Absolutely abysmal effort for a team trying to clinch

Yes you most certainly should expect games much like tonight in the playoffs. Hopefuly Demidov gives us a boost, but this is where we are.

 

[OldCraig71]

I want to see more from Slaf, this is year 3 and he is allowing lazy habits to remain in his game. I thought he was a guy who elevated his game when things mattered.

He is still young, and there is plenty of time, but from my perspective, he is a top-six player—just not top-line material unless he gets some high-octane fuel in his system.

Demidov will play with Suzuki, maybe not right away, but he will be there because NS is a notch above his current linemates, including Caufield. The addition of a second line center will allow MSL to have players in better roles that suit their skillsets.

 

[Miller Time]

There’s no excuse. You’re giving Toronto too much credit. If that’s the case then expect 10 shots a game in the playoffs where players put their bodies on the line even more. Caufields 80 shots last night from the goal line won’t do it either. Shot attempts doesn’t mean they played good because they didn’t. Could’ve been 5-0 if it weren’t for Dobes. Absolutely abysmal effort for a team trying to clinch

Completely disagree.

Where the shots come from matters. A miss wide can easily be a better shot attempt than hitting the goalie in the chest, but one gives you a shot on the goal, the other doesn't.

Simply looking at a stat line and making a conclusion makes for a weak assessment of a dynamic sport like hockey. Have to watch the game and understand what the players are trying to do.

Context matters.

 

[Gaylord Q Tinkledink]

Jesus Christ do you people even watch the games? Yeah they were having trouble getting shots through the leafs D, Toronto as a whole made a concerted effort to help out the D all night due to only having 5 dmen rostered last night, they sacrificed and got in front of every shot they could, and the ones they couldn't get in front of, they pressured the habs enough they couldn't get the shots they wanted on net. Even then the scoring chances were still basically even for both teams.

The boys battled hard all night, it wasn't lack of trying that let them down. Toronto are the likely Atlantic division winners, a team ladened with talent, they wanted this game as much as we did, and our young undergunned team on a back to back, basically running with only 2 legitimate lines still battled them to 0-0 draw after 60 minutes. There were no passengers last night.

I swear sometimes I feel like the chick on fox news with the glasses, who's the only sane one on the panel trying to break through the ridiculous noise in the GDT's.

Some of you clearly have unrealistic expectations of this club in relation to where they are in this rebuild. This team has more than delivered and will most likely gain a birth in the playoffs.

What the hell more could you possibly ask for?

It's because some people actually watched the game.

So, youre both saying a team with a secured playoff spot, 5 dman gave more of a concerted effort than a team that still needs points to secure.

You're once again sitting here saying 15 shots total for a team that needs this game is fine.

You're once again saying not being able to take the game to the opponent is fine.

Sitting there and thinking playing like that is acceptable is the insane part.

The only thing the Habs did well and they did really well was PK.

Once again, this team struggled to generate shots in the 1st.

Once again thisnteam struggled to generate shots overall.

This isn't a one and done thing, this is how the team has been playing.

Have to imagine if they give yet another piss poor performance offensively people will be there trying to defend the team again.

If they do, I'll be there laughing at you guys again.

 

[StCaufield]

Yes you most certainly should expect games much like tonight in the playoffs. Hopefuly Demidov gives us a boost, but this is where we are.

Someone said he’s sitting if they didn’t clinch last night

 

[Miller Time]

I want to see more from Slaf, this is year 3 and he is allowing lazy habits to remain in his game. I thought he was a guy who elevated his game when things mattered.

He is still young, and there is plenty of time, but from my perspective, he is a top-six player—just not top-line material unless he gets some high-octane fuel in his system.

Demidov will play with Suzuki, maybe not right away, but he will be there because NS is a notch above his current linemates, including Caufield. The addition of a second line center will allow MSL to have players in better roles that suit their skillsets.

Completely disagree. He had a strong game last night and was the best forward on the ice for many if his shifts.

Absolutely zero merit to a claim that he played "lazy" in any phase of the game.

He created 2 or 3 turnovers behind our goalie, won a high % of his board battles, was first on the puck on several forechecks...

Calling out his play after a game like last night strikes me as having unrealistic expectations.

 

[StCaufield]

Completely disagree.

Where the shots come from matters. A miss wide can easily be a better shot attempt than hitting the goalie in the chest, but one gives you a shot on the goal, the other doesn't.

Simply looking at a stat line and making a conclusion makes for a weak assessment of a dynamic sport like hockey. Have to watch the game and understand what the players are trying to do.

Context matters.

I know the context and the problem is they couldn’t hit the net or it was blocked. That’s like playing a game of pool and leaving yourself good angles and shots to win but choking. They played good in a sense of their entries yes and passing is debatable but I see your point and it’s valid to a point but missing the net doesn’t mean they can be happy about how they played