Considering the Habs' prowess in big games versus Chicago and "Carolina" this past week, they better hope one of their goalies embodies Halak.
But that's the beauty of the playoffs!
But that's the beauty of the playoffs!
Series Talk: [M1] Washington Capitals vs [WC2] Montreal Canadiens (WAS Leads 3-1)
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I just don't see this Habs team going on a deep run at all. I can see a world where they beat a flawed Capitals team that probably massively over achieved this year. But their defense is awful, and their goaltending is so hot and cold he'll steal games but he'll go cold also and lose them important games.
Demidov I think if MSL actually decides to use him is a difference maker and the best player in the series. However MSL is using him like he is for a reason, he is raw defensively saying it nicely.. But he should be on PP1 not PP2 and when they have offensive zone draws, why not put out Demidov with Suzuki and Caufield?
Demidov I think if MSL actually decides to use him is a difference maker and the best player in the series. However MSL is using him like he is for a reason, he is raw defensively saying it nicely.. But he should be on PP1 not PP2 and when they have offensive zone draws, why not put out Demidov with Suzuki and Caufield?
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Because the trio with Slaf is statistically one of the best lines in the league.
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That's not because of Slaf though. Let's be honest Demidov >>>>>> Slaf
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So make your 2nd line stronger because all they have is one line that can score. Demidov can make a different line better in more ways than Slafkovsky
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It is very much thanks to Slaf. He was responsible for three goals last night.
If you think Demidov is that much better, then he should be able to carry his own line
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I said for offensive zone draws do that. Otherwise keep the line as is. Demidov needs more minutes but he needs to be sheltered defensively.
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I keep seeing that bullshit narrative like the one above.
A team's playoffs performance is not determined by the last two games of the season.
You could say Habs are young, inexperienced and flawed defensively, you'd have more relevant arguments.
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The Habs have really struggled the last 5 games. Vs Chicago and Carolina in particular, you could really tell the pressure was weighing on them. Now that they are in, the pressure is completely relieved. It’s all gravy from here. The season is already a resounding success for the franchise.
So my guess is one of two things will happen.
1. The Habs really are out of gas. Sub par play continues and this is a very short series. Washington in a sweep or 5 games.
2. The Habs show up relaxed and re-set. In this case, I could easily see them pushing this to 6 or 7 games with a decent chance at pulling off the upset.
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Caps in 6 heavyweights/forcheck will win in the end
Yeah, that makes sense. Somewhat ironically, the Habs are last year’s Caps. Both teams finished with 91 points, both teams overachieved and made the playoffs when no one picked them to do so, both teams had to play playoff hockey for the last two months of the season to get in, both teams had a negative goal differential and were carried by great goaltending by a former castaway goaltender. The Caps looked cooked in the first round against the Rangers and clearly blew their load just getting there, it’ll be interesting to see if Montreal looks the same… which I hope they do, but obviously I’m biased!
Lots of people commenting on the Caps performance lately, when they haven't had anything to play for. Hope you're calling them out for some "bullshit narrative" too.
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Because Canadiens are generally considered the most considerate, nicest most reasonable people in the world?
You arent escaping your well earned reputation this easy
Go on now .. say nice things about the Caps, self deprecate if you have to.
Everyone! stop with the bullshit narrative against the caps.
thank you
Much better odds that Ovechkin and Demidov share a heartwarming legend to rookie moment.
True enough.
The Habs board had a GDT for Tuesday's game between Columbus and Philly. It was longer than the GDTs on the Flyers and Blue Jackets' boards... combined.
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HFHabs has been putting up generational numbers lately
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Montreal is just happy to be here.
This is a Caps sweep or worst 4-1 Caps.
Habs take 2 steps back next season.
This is a Caps sweep or worst 4-1 Caps.
Habs take 2 steps back next season.
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