GDT: Preseason Game 3 - Anaheim Ducks @ Los Angeles Kings , 3pm PT

[SmokeyDuck]

LA were missing a bunch of their regulars as well. They probably had a better lineup than us but I don't think by much

I disagree personally, their had their entire first line who created all of the goals, as well as like what 4/6 starting D? . They are also a top team and we are a bottom feeder to boot. That being said it wasn't an awe-inspiring performance for us by any means.

 

[70sSanO]

It was ugly. The game plan was awful. They sent 4 forwards up to the offensive blue line basically, leaving just the 2 D to work back and forth and try to find a slot to move it up. While the D (which included Zell) kept sort of fumbling it, that gives no control options to the team, as the Kings can just cover those guys that are basically unmoving.

The forwards minus 2 on the blue line boards should have come back with the D and moved with them to give some threat to breaking in with speed. Even a flying V would have been better than that crap.

After today, I think I’ve figured out why the Ducks don’t broadcast preseason games; at least the early ones.

John

 

[The Midnight Burrito]

Even for a Kings game that was dreadfully boring.

Reminding myself that it’s September and these games aren’t predictive but I wish I was seeing more signs of an effective offensive system.

 

[KelVarnsen]

Even for a Kings game that was dreadfully boring.

Reminding myself that it’s September and these games aren’t predictive but I wish I was seeing more signs of an effective offensive system.

Im wondering if Cronin can teach an effective offensive system or if he will be a hinderance to unlocking our young guns full offensive potential. This is a huge year for Cronin IMO as far as helping the kids progress.

 

[ADHB]

Hopefully Clune makes a difference as well. Yes, people refer to him as the “PP coach” but he’s in charge of the forwards, the same way Thompson is in charge of the d-men.

It’s Cronin’s system, but hoping Clune has some input and can fine tune things with the more offensive guys.

 

[Smirnov2Chistov]

3 preseason games in and I still have zero confidence in Cronin's coaching

I wonder if he’s still throwing the team under the bus in his post game interviews?

Im wondering if Cronin can teach an effective offensive system or if he will be a hinderance to unlocking our young guns full offensive potential. This is a huge year for Cronin IMO as far as helping the kids progress.

He can’t, never could. That’s why he’s abysmal at his first coaching gig lol