GDT: Semifinals - May 21 - Finland (3) vs Russia (1)

[The Winter Soldier]

Yeah, I was just going to comment something about him. Puck has been stolen from him way more than usual, he hasn't just gotten things going.

Barkov will have to fight through whatever is ailing him. It does not look like he is 100% this game. But in playoff hockey players have a way of ignoring pain. Not to say Finland cannot come back without his line, they have done it this tournament, but they will be much better if that line is dangerous.

 

[agent082]

Russia deservedly in the lead, but Finland woke up in the end and anything can happen still. Very enjoyable so far.

I think good goal scoring chances were quite even.

 

[FinnishSniper]

Laine invisible so far

Well let's put it this way. Who have you seen dominate from Finland today?

 

[WillTheThrill]

Well let's put it this way. Who have you seen dominate from Finland today?

Rantanen

 

[Gabranth]

Laine invisible so far

Well, he did get into the scoresheet.

 

[The Winter Soldier]

Well let's put it this way. Who have you seen dominate from Finland today?

Laine had one really good shift in the 1st. When he got the puck in the neutral zone on his off wing and circled the Russian zone. He then did a give and go, and had a good chance to score.

Really showed on that shift what high end skill he has. His linemates who have been more quiet need to get him the puck more so he will be noticed more.

But yes, the entire Finnish team were pretty quiet that first period. 2 periods to go to correct this. Give Russia credit too.

 

[LemurFromTheId]

I think good goal scoring chances were quite even.

Might be true, but Finland still had a bad start. If the opponent can take advantage of that, it's our own fault.

 

[skillhockey]

Laine had one really good shift in the 1st. When he got the puck in the neutral zone on his off wing and circled the Russian zone. He then did a give and go, and had a good chance to score.

Really showed on that shift what high end skill he has. His linemates who have been more quiet need to get him the puck more so he will be noticed more.

But yes, the entire Finnish team were pretty quiet that first period. 2 periods to go to correct this. Give Russia credit too.

It was to be expected Finns start poorly. Too bad for the goal but let's see how the 2nd period goes.

 

[1Gold Standard]

I was just reading an article on a Russian website, Mr. Fasel makes no bones about it, he's a fan of Team Russia and hopes the Russians win today. No concept of neutrality from the Swiss head of the IIHF.

 

[hawksalways]

Period 2 - the real game will begin now. Both offensive and defensive team skills vs mistakes will be the deciding factor. I hope Russia can stay patient and in control, or its game over.

 

[The Winter Soldier]

Russia has some serious talent on that team also. I think we forget to mention this too at times. They are playing very well right now. Finland needs to up their game to tie this up.

 

[goblin3]

Barkov is fine. JJ seems really off though.

 

[skillhockey]

rantanen turns over the puck and ovi on breakaway.

 

[44]

Finland can't generate any proper offense

 

[bennysflyers16]

Not this again!

Just an observation,, it's ok to be honest sometimes.

 

[Marlander93]

Can't believe people compare Laine to Ovechkin. Stylistically they're not even close.

 

[jj cale]

I was just reading an article on a Russian website, Mr. Fasel makes no bones about it, he's a fan of Team Russia and hopes the Russians win today. No concept of neutrality from the Swiss head of the IIHF.

You can never trust people from France.

 

[Huokaus]

Finnish PP. Now would be a good time for a goal

 

[LemurFromTheId]

Great work from Uncle Leo!

 

[HarrisonFord]

Uncle Leo draws the penalty. Love Komarov's game so much

 

[BB88]

Can't believe people compare Laine to Ovechkin. Stylistically they're not even close.

It's not difficult to understand where these negative comments are coming from.


Leo doing the work.

 

[Lecavaliers Stick]

Niinistö seems to have invested some money of his own to even the odds against Putin huh?

 

[Huokaus]

Can't believe people compare Laine to Ovechkin. Stylistically they're not even close.

Kinda agree. The only thing similar is the shot and shooting style.

 

[Salavat Yulaev]

Speaking about diving, Leo may give a lecture on this

 

[Lempo]

I was just reading an article on a Russian website, Mr. Fasel makes no bones about it, he's a fan of Team Russia and hopes the Russians win today. No concept of neutrality from the Swiss head of the IIHF.

Apparently none were looking so sour as Mr. Fasel and fellow high IIHF officials when Finland went to ruin the home victory celebrations in 2014 WJC in Sweden.