Owen Sound Attack 2022-23 Off-Season Thread (Part 2)

[Stellar29]

I've only really watched your team since the deadline when my favorite Front was sent there, so I might be a bit biased.
I think that your lock down d man is Steen if he is able to play, the other 2 you mentioned seem to be out of position many times. I've never seen a Dman lay down on the ice and lose his stick as much as 24. I think an overall team committment to Dzone is the only way.
This also holds true with your goalies. Limiting shots on these guys is the key, If it were me I'd have your wingers up a step or two higher on their Dmen. They are very active on the blueline and the less room you give them, the better. I'm not too confident in the goalies, they are both big, so I hope everything hits them.
My hope is that Stewart, with the way he has been playing will be allowed to step up and be that playoff surprise. He is physical, not intimidated and can make room for himself and his linemates. He does have to continue to be disciplined as he has been lately.
Good luck to you guys.

The blueline is a bit limited. There's not really any defensive stalwarts that you can look to. I like Steen but with him being out of the lineup that last couple weeks it might be asking a bit much to throw him into that role right away. I'd like to see Steen/Petrovski/Sawyer lean on guys a bit in the corners and in front of the net. They haven't really had anybody to take note of on the ice this year or maybe cause some hesitation to go into the corner with the way Woolley did last season. I think as you pointed out, it's going to take buy in from everybody on the ice to play solid team defense.

Guys like Stewart, Hookey and Lawrence should look to finish their checks and assert themselves physically. If they can do that without sitting in the sin bin they have a chance to wreak havoc on the London D. Stewart has run a little hot at times and got himself into trouble. If he can ride that line and play his style of hockey he can certainly make an impact in the series. He's definitely a presence every time he steps on the ice.

 

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[ktownfan]

The blueline is a bit limited. There's not really any defensive stalwarts that you can look to. I like Steen but with him being out of the lineup that last couple weeks it might be asking a bit much to throw him into that role right away. I'd like to see Steen/Petrovski/Sawyer lean on guys a bit in the corners and in front of the net. They haven't really had anybody to take note of on the ice this year or maybe cause some hesitation to go into the corner with the way Woolley did last season. I think as you pointed out, it's going to take buy in from everybody on the ice to play solid team defense.

Guys like Stewart, Hookey and Lawrence should look to finish their checks and assert themselves physically. If they can do that without sitting in the sin bin they have a chance to wreak havoc on the London D. Stewart has run a little hot at times and got himself into trouble. If he can ride that line and play his style of hockey he can certainly make an impact in the series. He's definitely a presence every time he steps on the ice.

 

[ktownfan]

The blueline is a bit limited. There's not really any defensive stalwarts that you can look to. I like Steen but with him being out of the lineup that last couple weeks it might be asking a bit much to throw him into that role right away. I'd like to see Steen/Petrovski/Sawyer lean on guys a bit in the corners and in front of the net. They haven't really had anybody to take note of on the ice this year or maybe cause some hesitation to go into the corner with the way Woolley did last season. I think as you pointed out, it's going to take buy in from everybody on the ice to play solid team defense.

Guys like Stewart, Hookey and Lawrence should look to finish their checks and assert themselves physically. If they can do that without sitting in the sin bin they have a chance to wreak havoc on the London D. Stewart has run a little hot at times and got himself into trouble. If he can ride that line and play his style of hockey he can certainly make an impact in the series. He's definitely a presence every time he steps on the ice.

I agree, your D isn't physically hard to play against. The thing is, in the playoffs you can pretend a little because other teams are scared to take penalties. So maybe they can play a little tougher for a couple weeks. That big line of Lawrence hookey and Stewart should be given a little leeway to use their size and physicality and not play that trap. I agree Stewart needs to stay just on the line, not cross it.

 

[DCruickshank]

Not sure I agree with the starter choice...not saying #30's play makes him not the right choice but I really thought the other intangibles would of swayed it #31's way for game 1...but what do I know

 

[KFawcett]

@KFawcett Who is the new power skating coach?

I'm not sure I think her name is Lori. She apparently won numerous competitions when she was younger and is a very powerful skater.

 

[OSMike]

I'm not sure I think her name is Lori. She apparently won numerous competitions when she was younger and is a very powerful skater.

Ah Laurie Galbraith likely. She's great. Had her out for a few sessions with my U9 Ice Hawks this year.

 

[Noofgoof]

Well its officially game day! Heres hoping the team shows up with its best hockey and makes it a living hell on the Knights. Anything is possible I know I have made some comments in the past about where this team is at and heading but heres hoping they prove me wrong and show up when it counts. Everybody needs to be ready to go from the first face off and come to the rink ready to do their job. Just need to ride out the peaks and valley and stay focused on the ultimate goal. The team that makes the least mistakes will likely win so just do what you gota do to come out on top and if something doesn't seem to be working find a way to make it work. Regular season stats can be thrown out and the real season that matters starts now..
GO ATTACK GO! Cant wait to watch the games as the real fun is about to begin.

 

[Noofgoof]

Sounds like some positive news on the injury front for game 1 just shy of a fairly healthy roster I believe.

Also would like to say its extremely quite on here today leading up to game 1 not sure if everyones nervous, working , busy or just afraid to post lol

 

[Stellar29]

Sounds like some positive news on the injury front for game 1 just shy of a fairly healthy roster I believe.

Also would like to say its extremely quite on here today leading up to game 1 not sure if everyones nervous, working , busy or just afraid to post lol

Sounds like all the forwards are available including Barlow, Bryant and Lawrence. Steen still out on D.

Key tonight is to start on time. London I'm sure is going to come out flying with the crowd behind them. Have to find a way to match the intensity.

I'm sure everybody is going through the typical playoff roller coaster of anxiety, nervousness and excitement leading up to game time. Tis the time of year lol.

 

[AttackSound]

Sounds like some positive news on the injury front for game 1 just shy of a fairly healthy roster I believe.

Also would like to say its extremely quite on here today leading up to game 1 not sure if everyones nervous, working , busy or just afraid to post lol

Cautiously waiting is more like it.

The playoffs known as the 2nd season, it's a time where I don't think any fan will honestly be the one to say that they can actually predict 100% what will happen when the puck drops.

If the lineup is as healthy as it can possibly be and we can play to the ability that we know these kids are capable of playing then it should make for a very entertaining game 1. But let's not kid ourselves the playoffs is a long battle and every game takes on its own flows and energies.

Game 1 will certainly be a stepping stone in to seeing where this series goes in the best of 7.

Bring on game 1

 

[Millpond]

I'm curious what, if any adjustments the Attack will use .
We know the Knights never shy away from post whistle
shenanigans, and the Attack , to their detriment will willingly partake.

Knights can generate offence from every defensive pairing .

They crowd the net and to a man, defend well.

The Attack need a strong start , play within their capabilities, and lean on Votary to play the best hockey of his career.

Good luck boys !

 

[OSAttackFan88]

Lawrence is brutal.. doesn’t even look like he tries.. we are getting completely dominated half way through this game.

 

[Millpond]

Sim is a puke.
Hunter coached

 

[Maxxim1]

Lawrence was angry that he didn’t get an assist on the McGurn goal.

 

[OSAttackFan88]

Be rough, but don’t be stupid…. That was dumb by Lawrence.. he has had a rough game so far. Boys need to generate some O

 

[OSAttackFan88]

Well not much to say. We are in big trouble…. Team looks lost, I’d say the coach has lost the room. Might be a quick series folks. This team is a big disappointment in my opinion.

 

[PensFan101]

Hard to watch. The boys are trying, but our two best players have a fish bowl from an eye injury and a mangled hand. Being rough and physical is the only play they've got.

 

[OSAttackFan88]

Hard to watch. The boys are trying, but our two best players have a fish bowl from an eye injury and a mangled hand. Being rough and physical is the only play they've got.

No it’s not… they need other players to step up, 11 18 29 need to step up.

 

[HLLYWD99]

Well that went swimmingly!

 

[PensFan101]

No it’s not… they need other players to step up, 11 18 29 need to step up.

It's been a year of stagnation for those guys and even if all three of them suddenly turned it on, I'm not convinced they have the guns to keep up with the Knights.

The Knights looked deeper, faster, and despite their usual schenanigans, more disciplined.

 

[Bear in the Woods]

It's been a year of stagnation for those guys and even if all three of them suddenly turned it on, I'm not convinced they have the guns to keep up with the Knights.

The Knights looked deeper, faster, and despite their usual schenanigans, more disciplined.

And coached much better

 

[AttackSound]

One game down.

There's still lots of hockey left in this series, and a lot of adjustments that will need to be made.

One game a series doesn't make, Sunday will be a chance to even the series up before coming home for games 3 & 4. No need to panic just yet, time to re-focus and reset on Sunday after first game jitters.

 

[Noofgoof]

Well… What did we learn tonight? Kinda hope the boys play the game on the way home on the bus so they can watch it and learn from their many mistakes.. The series although slightly tilted is far from over.. London was simply better and much more prepared. Our goaltending was shaky but our discipline was horrendous and our D zone didnt look good at all.

Side note.. St Marys lost tonight and is down 2-0 in their series… The problem is even if they get swept it might be just to late for OS to crawl back with George in net.

 

[Millpond]

Well… What did we learn tonight? Kinda hope the boys play the game on the way home on the bus so they can watch it and learn from their many mistakes.. The series although slightly tilted is far from over.. London was simply better and much more prepared. Our goaltending was shaky but our discipline was horrendous and our D zone didnt look good at all.

Side note.. St Marys lost tonight and is down 2-0 in their series… The problem is even if they get swept it might be just to late for OS to crawl back with George in net.

Expecting Carter George to ride in and rescue the season is crazy.

And coached much better

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