Honestly I do not mind this setup once Kane gets back to health. We need some punch in that 3rd line and spreads the offence out a bit.
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Ugh. We finally get two good wingers for Leon and, before even the first game of the season, we're back to putting junk on the second line again. SMH.
They could also swap RNH and Skinner. It's a simple fix that should improve both lines while actually giving Draisaitl what they promised in two top-six wingers.Kane is hurt remember, otherwise it would probably be him.
They could also swap RNH and Skinner. It's a simple fix that should improve both lines while actually giving Draisaitl what they promised in two top-six wingers.
I like the idea of spreading out the offence, but I also liked the Janmark-Henrique-Brown line as a shutdown line that excelled in the playoffs, so I didn't really want to disrupt that chemistry. I also don't think we have enough wingers to create three lines. Keeping Lavoie and having Kane healthy would/would have helped with that. I guess we'll see how it goes but I would expect more second line struggles to start the season.I am wondering if they want some more pop in the 3rd line though. I do not mind them spreading the offence out. And again, Kane is a top 6 winger, he is just hurt right now. When he is back this is what the lines will look like more or less, 3 lines that can play both ends of the ice. And remember all that glorious cap space we will be accruing!
I don't mind Dermott getting a contract, but after a strong camp, I cannot feel like Stecher is getting the short end of the stick again.
With no waiver signings by Edmonton Dermott contract should be announced later today I imagine.
Both Janmark and Skinner have looked bad in camp. But Janmark is established here. Strange preseason for Skinner and not impressing a new team.
That 4th line is just f***ing sad. I'll ask again why we even have preseason games if spots are all predetermined to vets. Would rather have any of Lavoie, Savoie, Philps in lineup. I love the commitment in Ryan but just retire already. Make way for guys with more energy to give.
That Henrique line might sizzle if it gets some weaker opposition matching.
Tell me you didn't watch a single minute of preseason without telling me. heh. The line was brutal, a GA nightmare, and Skinner was the worst forward on the team throughout preseason. I'm more than fine with the change but it should be somebody other than Janmark.Ugh. We finally get two good wingers for Leon and, before even the first game of the season, we're back to putting junk on the second line again. SMH.
I don't mind Dermott getting a contract, but after a strong camp, I cannot feel like Stecher is getting the short end of the stick again.
Tell me you didn't watch a single minute of preseason without telling me. heh. The line was brutal, a GA nightmare, and Skinner was the worst forward on the team throughout preseason. I'm more than fine with the change but it should be somebody other than Janmark.
Hell ya!! I won’t be in the building, but I’ll be with you in spirit!I'm pretty pumped for this, it's only game one of the long climb, but let's get it going. I'll also be in the building Woot!
Jeff Skinner was junk the entire preseason.Ugh. We finally get two good wingers for Leon and, before even the first game of the season, we're back to putting junk on the second line again. SMH.