You can't blame Appleton on that goal he was on the opposite side of the play when Montour made the pass from blueline to blueline. Appleton was at center ice when Eyssimont got the puck and when around Miller. Appleton closed the gap which maybe it looked like it was his man but you can't blame him.
Pick anyone ... Bad line change ... Miller got beat ... good shot Eyssimont ... bad play Cormie but don't blame Appleton.
I agree the 3rd line has been the weakest line on the Jets lately especially Nino and Appleton but I'll wait for the playoffs to see if they up their game. Game 1 of the playoffs the last 2 seasons they were the best line that got the Jets wins.
Appleton is the one at center ice.
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