Player Discussion Shane Pinto (C) - PART 2

[GCK]

It remains to be seen if Pinto has the consistency of Norris. Norris can just consistently take that same shot over and over again.

Pinto on the other hand seems to have a bit more range and versatility in terms of where he can take that one timer from. He seems to be able to hit it on the spin in the high slot, similar to Bergeron and Point. For all Norris's ability, he doesn't take that kind of shot very often.

This may mean Pinto can create more unique scoring opportunities. But at end of day, if Norris can just always capitalize on the perfect pass in the perfect spot, then he can stay ahead. This is similar to ovechkin. Everyone knows what he's going to do, but it still happens.

People sleeping on Norris, thinking he’s a one trick pony is hilarious.

 

[Bevans]

People sleeping on Norris, thinking he’s a one trick pony is hilarious.

I was afraid that when I mentioned Ovechkin people would think I was over-hyping Norris. But sure, this is another direction to go.

 

[GCK]

I was afraid that when I mentioned Ovechkin people would think I was over-hyping Norris. But sure, this is another direction to go.

More of a general comment than response too you. Apologies mon ami.

 

[Ice-Tray]

Love Norris, we never need to put down one guy to hype another. They can both be awesome!!!!

 

[OD99]

Is it just me or might he have a better shot than Norris?

He certainly has a harder shot but remains to be seen if he can pick his spots consistently.

He has been on a preseason heater which is always a little dubious but he was playing so well in his previous NHL games I don't think it is luck.

Pinto is going to have fans all over the NHL by mid season...analysts will love him.

 

[branch]

He certainly has a harder shot but remains to be seen if he can pick his spots consistently.

He has been on a preseason heater which is always a little dubious but he was playing so well in his previous NHL games I don't think it is luck.

Pinto is going to have fans all over the NHL by mid season...analysts will love him.

Pinto seems to bury it if he even gets half a second to pick his spot inside of the hash marks

 

[OD99]

Pinto seems to bury it if he even gets half a second to pick his spot inside of the hash marks

Yes but preseason with lots of room against 2nd and 3rd string goalies.

Big believer, just adding context.

 

[Pierre from Orleans]

2nd maybe 1st line player playing on the 3rd line. He's going to have a big year.

 

[Sweatred]

Modern day Joel Otto. He will be used as a match up center at least until someone else emerges.

 

[starling]

Pinto is 2nd in NHL this preseason in points with 4g 3a. Behind Marco Rossi (2+6).

 

[Wondercarrot]

I enjoyed Pinto blowing up Caufield off the rush & turning back up ice like a 10 yr pro last night

 

[Micklebot]

Pinto is 2nd in NHL this preseason in points with 4g 3a. Behind Marco Rossi (2+6).

Really happy to see Rossi doing well after having so many health setbacks early on, still think he will be a stud.

Back to Pinto, he plays such a mature game too, he will be a coaches dream.

 

[SensFactor]

Pinto is 2nd in NHL this preseason in points with 4g 3a. Behind Marco Rossi (2+6).

Really liked Marco Rossi in the draft...he's going to be a star....good to see Pinto right behind him

 

[playasRus]

If stars can bridge Robertson after his 40 goal season, I'm sure we'll manage to bridge Pinto as needed. If he scores 50 points, 5.5M x 4 and he's still RFA after.

 

[Bevans]

If stars can bridge Robertson after his 40 goal season, I'm sure we'll manage to bridge Pinto as needed. If he scores 50 points, 5.5M x 4 and he's still RFA after.

This post is wild.

 

[Sweatred]

TBH, it's not impossible for it to happen without injuries.

DJ could try to create 3 balanced lines. Pinto is already showing some chemistry with Giroux and DeBrincat on the 2PP.

I would not be shocked if we saw something like:

Motte-Norris-Batherson
DeBrincat-Pinto-Giroux
Tkachuk-Stutzle-Joseph

I would be shocked to see that …

What line would you put on ice
For defensive zone face offs vs Matthews ?

it should be Pinto or Giroux but you’ve got your best goal scorer starting a shift 200ft from the other teams net.

 

[DJB]

Moved to 2nd line C in 3rd period vs Bruins.

Thought he had great chemistry with Giroux and Cat during the pre season as well

 

[aragorn]

Ottawa is so lucky to have two great young players in Pinto & Sanderson, they are both going to be stars in this league.

 

[playasRus]

I don't expect him to be pushing for top 6 C by the end of this year (thankfully). But by the end of his bridge, when Giroux's contracts up, for sure I can see him being a 50-60 pt two way force. Guy is a lot stronger on his skates than I'd have thought of a college kid.

 

[Senovision]

Pinto is a stud. I hope he wins the Calder! Daniel Alfredsson is the only Sens to have won it.

 

[SENSational]

He is legitimately so damn good.

 

[ReginKarlssonLehner]

I don't expect him to be pushing for top 6 C by the end of this year (thankfully). But by the end of his bridge, when Giroux's contracts up, for sure I can see him being a 50-60 pt two way force. Guy is a lot stronger on his skates than I'd have thought of a college kid.

Thanks a lot, pal.

 

[Senovision]

GARRIOCH: Senators centre Shane Pinto is turning heads with fine start to his season

His third goal of the season, in as many games, was the winner against the Capitals on Thursday night.

ottawasun.com

 

[branch]

Modern day Joel Otto. He will be used as a match up center at least until someone else emerges.

This is hilarious

Pinto looks and plays exactly like Mark Stone but he’s a center that can skate. You put either of them in the hash marks and it’s a goal 9/10

 

[JD1]

This is hilarious

Pinto looks and plays exactly like Mark Stone but he’s a center that can skate. You put either of them in the hash marks and it’s a goal 9/10

The fact that he's a centre that can skate means he's not really much like Stone at all