GDT: "The object of war is not to die for your team, but to make the other bastard die for his." (Game #3 - Oct. 13) Battle of Alberta [6pm MT, 3am EEST]

[Mobiandi]

Kevin Bahl with *checks notes* 24 minutes of ice time?

 

[Ace Rimmer]

One other comment. Kevin Bahl has been a good positional defender so far. I know it's only 3 games in, but he's stood out among the non Andersson/Weegar defenders.

Kevin Bahl with *checks notes* 24 minutes of ice time?

He's settled in quite nicely.

Seriously though...



I was told there was going to be a rebuild?

I do expect that today's gonna hurt a bit. Nothing cures an Oiler slump like a game against the Flames.

You be quiet.

 

[Some Other Flame]

Even in a full rebuild year, the Flames were still going to win around 30 games give or take. In 2014 when they finished 27th, their record was 35-40-7

The offense is on fire and they're digging in laugh; we'll see how long it lasts

 

[Figgy44]

Kevin Bahl with *checks notes* 24 minutes of ice time?

I only noticed him like 2-3 times for some flimsy stick work. Dang. That's a great "didn't really notice him" for me then.

I saw Pachal attempt to mash players several times in the corner to Vladar's left. If he does more of that, it's like Regehr's tunnel lite (PachPOW's corner or something). Pretty good for lowest TOI tonight.

 

[Anglesmith]

Flames are 2nd in the league. The Oilers are 32nd!

 

[Yepthatsme]

One other comment. Kevin Bahl has been a good positional defender so far. I know it's only 3 games in, but he's stood out among the non Andersson/Weegar defenders.

Who would’ve thought the 6’6 24 year old who led the Devil’s defense in xGA/60 while playing the 3rd most minutes 5v5 on their blue line may have been a good add.

Not only did I think he was gonna be a great addition, so far I was completely right on the effect he’d have on Andersson. Rasmus has been electric this year, and this pair has been our best by far and the minutes reflect it. Ball’s skating, size, and defensive play is going to be a big part of our defense for the next decade.

Side note: Connor Zary just had the first 20 minute game of his career. What a jump he’s made this year.

 

[Figgy44]

Who would’ve thought the 6’6 24 year old who led the Devil’s defense in xGA/60 while playing the 3rd most minutes 5v5 their blue line may have been a good add.

Not only did I think he was gonna be a great addition, so far I was completely right on the effect he’d have on Andersson. Rasmus has been electric this year, and this pair has been our best by far and the minutes reflect it.

I really didn't like his stick work, even this game. But I guess results speak for themselves. If the stats stay true, I just gotta get used to how he looks often kinda weird positionally at times.

I thought he'd be OK. He's seeming like that solid second paring for sure. Pure bonus if it's more than that IMO.

 

[Mobiandi]

It’s beautiful

https://x.com/i/web/status/1845623252246495468

 

[Scrantonicity 2]

This is a fun team.

 

[Anglesmith]

It’s beautiful

https://x.com/i/web/status/1845623252246495468

Wow I'm shocked he didn't get 5 and a game there. McDavid almost got knocked completely off balance!

 

[Yepthatsme]

I really didn't like his stick work, even this game. But I guess results speak for themselves. If the stats stay true, I just gotta get used to how he looks often kinda weird positionally at times.

I thought he'd be OK. He's seeming like that solid second paring for sure. Pure bonus if it's more than that IMO.

Think he’s definitely still shaking off the rust for sure joining a new team with a limited camp, plus at that size he’s just going to look awkward even doing the most normal of things. But looking passed his stick work the man just separates player from pucks at top flight levels, no team will be cycling against him.

You are right though, results speak for themselves. Once again, he is top 3 on our team as well at xGA/60 5v5, behind Pachal and Backlund. With the second most minutes on our team behind Andersson 5v5. I beat his drum all off-season, and so far even I under-rated him.

 

[Bert Mckrakken]

People forget Bahl was the main peace In the Taylor hall to Zona trade and people couldn’t believe the ‘yotes gave him up. He was good for the world juniors and it does take time for a defenceman to mature.

We have a gem and I’m here for it

 

[DCDM]

It’s beautiful

https://x.com/i/web/status/1845623252246495468

Put it in the Louvre

 

[Figgy44]

Put it in the Louvre

For places it'd never show up, I'd rather the Oilers jumbotron.

 

[Straight Fire]

Lomberg is the best 4th liner we’ve had in a very long time. Possibly since 04. He knows what he is and does it so well

Loved Stajan, thought he was an amazing 4th liner.

But I like Lomberg too, great signing, surprised Panthers let him go.

 

[Straight Fire]

Just finishing watching. Ras looked like Zary on that goal what a great game by him.

Glad Savard is gone; now Toronto is struggling.

Just nice to see us crush the Oil.

Such an unexpected nice feel being 3-0 when expecting to be 0-3. Craziness.