Peterborough Petes 2022-23 Off-Season Thread (Part 4)

[Zebra]

Well with Gauvreau back tonight and with Beck apparently NOT suspended, the other good news we need is a speedy recovery for Spearing, Melee and Purdeller.

In the meantime, so excited for tonight's game. London will come out hard but we have to continue to limit their quality scoring chances, numbers of shots notwithstanding.

The other key piece is to not be drawn into penalties. The Knights are good at subtle jabs and stick work and they run interference on our players in a way that they don't cross "the line" into a penalty call. The Petes also do this a bit but I gotta say we're not as good at it as the Knights.

For some of our guys like Hayes or Stillman, we gotta hold back on our reactions to the goading because a response to a non-call by the refs will be called.

Having said that let's rip it up tonight!

Please wear white if you’re going

 

[Bra Wavers]

Well with Gauvreau back tonight and with Beck apparently NOT suspended, the other good news we need is a speedy recovery for Spearing, Melee and Purdeller.

In the meantime, so excited for tonight's game. London will come out hard but we have to continue to limit their quality scoring chances, numbers of shots notwithstanding.

The other key piece is to not be drawn into penalties. The Knights are good at subtle jabs and stick work and they run interference on our players in a way that they don't cross "the line" into a penalty call. The Petes also do this a bit but I gotta say we're not as good at it as the Knights.

For some of our guys like Hayes or Stillman, we gotta hold back on our reactions to the goading because a response to a non-call by the refs will be called.

Having said that let's rip it up tonight!

I can't see Melee (broken heel) or Purdeller (broken fibula) returning at all but Spearing has been skating at least.
I still think he's a game or two away but trending in the right direction.

I agree @ptbopete, discipline will be important.
The Petes can't count on their success on the PK to continue at the same rate - they were lucky to escape with only one PP goal against last game on 6 Knight power plays including the 5min major and the 5on3.

When guys like Hayes, Stillman or Beck take penalties I find not having them on the ice is just as painful as having to kill the penalty.

Tucker Robertson's four point effort on the road in game 2, including the opening goal and the game winner, is a great sign.
He had been relatively quiet in the playoffs (13 pts in 18g) although he was 62% in faceoffs during that stretch.
In game 2 it seemed like Robertson and Avery Hayes were not going let the Petes leave London without a split.

Hoping the Petes can use home-ice and the fan support to their advantage tonight. Should be a good game.

 

[NorthernVoice]

I haven't seen the Petes (social media etc..) asking for a white out the last couple home games, I wasn't sure it it's still a thing. I assume I'm not the only one.

 

[Zebra]

I haven't seen the Petes (social media etc..) asking for a white out the last couple home games, I wasn't sure it it's still a thing. I assume I'm not the only one.

I hadn’t seen anything either and was happy we were getting away from the white out (hard to wear white and eat).
But then in the post game with Rob Wilson and Michael Simpson- Michael Simpson said the fan support has been great with the white out - so I thought it was still a thing-

 

[Zebra]

I am a superstitious type so I am wearing white

Apparently Barkey and Cowan are both out with non-Covid illness

 

[cleodog]

Lefebrve looking the best he has in a Petes jersey. More ice time. Rising to the occasion

 

[TPT]

We’ll take the win but I’d be ok if the Petes never play a game like that again this postseason!

 

[cleodog]

Simmer has let two bad goals in all playoffs. And has shut it down after both times. Ride this high Wednesday pucks on net. The kid will be gripping his stick real tight! GO PETES GO!

 

[ptbopete]

I'm impressed. Character win. Must have been a helluva chat 2nd intermission. Boys came out with purpose. The top London players especially their D, look tired and sore.

 

[Section5Petes]

Wow what a game! Insane crowd and the games ops staff keep taking things to another level every games and series! Attendance was 4000 which is a franchise record! Bring on Wednesday! GO PETES GO!!!!

 

[Ryan Christensen]

Turning point for me was when London players pointed at Simpson for letting in the 5-4 goal and when it was 5-5 Simpson shut the door .

 

[NorthernVoice]

That one was interesting. Goaltending was not great at either end, Petes down 2-0 and very flat early before turning it on.

This playoff run has conditioned me to expect the Petes to win even when they're down 2-0 early, 5-4 late, whatever. It would be nice if the team played ahead more often but it seems like they love keeping it tight.. then seem to always come through.

Simpson has picked the team up a few times and now the team has done the same for him a couple times. I think he can play a lot better Wednesday and I'm sure Bowen for London can too but I have a lot more confidence in our net.

 

[WillardJFredricks]

After the first 10 minutes, that was one of the most enjoyable games I've seen. Wasn't pretty by any means, but man, what an atmosphere. The back and forth was so fun to watch (even though I'm sure it drove the coaches nuts).

There's just something about this team...they find a way to pull it out even when things are going wrong. Simpson was off last night but they picked it up and scored enough. Can't wait for tomorrow night.

Also, just have to say, London seems like a really yappy, whiney bunch. But that's okay, it makes them even easier to hate than they already are. Always good to have a villain.

 

[Newbie Observer]

Seemed to be a lot of dives and embelishments. Glad refs put whistle away in third and ot. Seemed Petes nervous to start and london came out flying. Once held that off, turned the tide.

 

[Bra Wavers]

Best game Stillman has played in a Petes uniform!
2 goals (on 2 shots) 1 assist, +4, and 0 PiMs despite being the most physical player on the ice IMO…..the only improvement he could make is shoot more!
Chase Lefebvre has been a difference maker. Good speed for a big guy - the Petes would be in trouble if not for the depth.
The experience he is gaining will speed up his development- he will be a key piece for the Petes next season.

 

[Petes]

Best game Stillman has played in a Petes uniform!
2 goals (on 2 shots) 1 assist, +4, and 0 PiMs despite being the most physical player on the ice IMO…..the only improvement he could make is shoot more!
Chase Lefebvre has been a difference maker. Good speed for a big guy - the Petes would be in trouble if not for the depth.
The experience he is gaining will speed up his development- he will be a key piece for the Petes next season.

Well said. Best game of Chase Lefebrve’s career! I hope they leave the lines exactly like that.

 

[Section7fan]

Seemed to be a lot of dives and embelishments. Glad refs put whistle away in third and ot. Seemed Petes nervous to start and london came out flying. Once held that off, turned the tide.

I was disappointed with the amount of embellishments. This is hockey not soccer!

 

[OSMike]

Just dropped in to say "GO PETES GO!!!!"

 

[jamemcca]

Any one looking for tickets for game 5? I am no longer able to go and have five for sale

 

[Zebra]

Avon was talking about the fan support and says:

“it’s crazy when you look up and see a wall of white” and further commented :

“Words can’t describe it, honestly”

 

[cleodog]

Tonight is the biggest game in recent Petes history. Really want to see them come out flying get engaged right away. London will be looking to be more defensive this game, gotta jump out and take an early lead!

 

[TPT]

The production team for the Petes has completely knocked it out of the park during this postseason. The high quality videos, Notable Petes Alumni starting the siren, the national anthem performers. It’s really been on another level.

 

[cleodog]

Down 1 after 1. Got em’ right where we want em’

 

[tjziel]

Wow- you guys are looking fire! Looking more and more like you guys will come out on top in the OHL.

You guys look like the better team. Can’t even blame it on our backup. You guys are flying. Wish London was doing the same!

Congrats!

 

[cleodog]

Best 2nd period of the year. Step on the gas boys! I’m