Pre-Game Talk: Week of No More Tears for Mikko (Tue @ NYI, Fri vs STL, Sun vs PHI)

[Balthazar]

Bednar said we played 3 good games on the trip, despite losing 2 of the 3.

He doesn’t acknowledge the PP as an issue.

He simply said we need to clean up our defensive side and take our chances offensively.

 

[Pokecheque]

I dunno, I think he knows they're super fragile (shut up, Mary Poppins fans) right now. He was as harsh as he's ever been a few games before this, and it didn't really work except on maybe Mittelstadt. Now in the wake of the biggest trade of the year, one that shook up the entire frickin' league, he's trying his best to keep spirits up. Again, like the practice schedule, I don't necessarily think it's the right move, but I can see why they're doing it.

Second pairing guys are definitely not healthy and I'm certain the lingering ailments are rife throughout the lineup, they're just desperately trying to tread water until the Four Nations break.

 

[RoyIsALegend]

I dunno, I think he knows they're super fragile (shut up, Mary Poppins fans) right now. He was as harsh as he's ever been a few games before this, and it didn't really work except on maybe Mittelstadt. Now in the wake of the biggest trade of the year, one that shook up the entire frickin' league, he's trying his best to keep spirits up. Again, like the practice schedule, I don't necessarily think it's the right move, but I can see why they're doing it.

Second pairing guys are definitely not healthy and I'm certain the lingering ailments are rife throughout the lineup, they're just desperately trying to tread water until the Four Nations break.

There's 5 games and 10 points to chase before the Four Nations.

We can't go limping into that break; need to win at least 3 of those 5 games.

 

[Pokecheque]

There's 5 games and 10 points to chase before the Four Nations.

We can't go limping into that break; need to win at least 3 of those 5 games.

Again, I don't agree with the strategy, I just think that's their mindset.

 

[JLo217]

There's 5 games and 10 points to chase before the Four Nations.

We can't go limping into that break; need to win at least 3 of those 5 games.

Agreed.

I don't think the game last night was as bad as the score. Same with Boston. Just didn't bury the chances and the team is somewhat changed over right now. D and 2C need to be addressed asap to stop the bleeding IMO.

I'm a fan of the new guys though. Necas is a gem holy shit. Drury is fast as f too.

 

[RoyIsALegend]

I know today is a travel day and therefore no practice, but I hope to God that we are practicing Thursday and a pre-game skate on Friday before the game.

If I read about some optional bullshit tomorrow, I'm going to lose my f***ing mind.

 

[forsbergavs32]

I know today is a travel day and therefore no practice, but I hope to God that we are practicing Thursday and a pre-game skate on Friday before the game.

If I read about some optional bullshit tomorrow, I'm going to lose my f***ing mind.

They’ll be practicing their napping skills at home tomorrow.

 

[RoyIsALegend]

Wagner was sent down, so we have $4,761,500 in cap space now.

He basically got to go on the New York road trip and do some sightseeing + get NHL pay for 3 days. Nice gig.

Active roster of 22 players:

Forwards (13):

Artturi Lehkonen​

Casey Mittelstadt​

Jack Drury​

Joel Kiviranta​

Jonathan Drouin​

Juuso Parssinen​

Logan O'Connor​

Martin Necas​

Miles Wood​

Nathan MacKInnon​

Parker Kelly​

Ross Colton​

Valeri Nichushkin (injured but not on IR)​

Defensemen (7):

Cale Makar​

Calvin de Haan​

Devon Toews​

Josh Manson​

Keaton Middleton​

Sam Malinski​

Samuel Girard​

Goalies (2):

Mackenzie Blackwood​

Scott Wedgewood​

Injured Reserve:

Oliver Kylington (Upper Body - Skating)​

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Long-Term Injured Reserve:

Gabriel Landeskog (Knee - Skating)​

Tucker Poolman (Head - Dead)​

 

[S E P H]

If we lose to the Blues, there needs to be serious questions asked about this coaching and core to get the job done. I want to have a players-only meeting and bring Giguere along with Cogliano in that locker room to break sticks.

 

[Balthazar]

bring Giguere

He's retired, best I can do is Miller:

 

[RoyIsALegend]

He's retired, best I can do is Miller:

“Alright Frail Makar, take a knee and listen the f*** up…”

 

[RoyIsALegend]

10) As we were leaving the arena last night we saw a sight that you simply WOULD NOT see in any other sport. Who was helping the Avs training staff by wheeling out equipment to the waiting bus to get to the airport and fly home? Gabriel Landeskog. The Avs Captain will not be the player he was before without an unforeseen medical miracle. Players don't return to old form when out this long. And if they do, it's for a short burst. But, he remains hopeful. And continues to lead by example. And yearning to do it with blood and guts and not his good manners and selflessness. This is what draws some people this sport. And why it doesn't let go when it grabs them.

 

[forsbergavs32]

According to my sources, today's Avs practice will consist of playing a fun game of Heads Up Seven Up, then a trip to Starbucks for a Half Caff Vanilla Latte.

 

[LOFIN]

 

[RoyIsALegend]

That top line better be ready to play 24-26 minutes a night for the next 5 games before the break.

 

[Bill Peckerskull]

 

[forsbergavs32]

Cale dead?

 

[dmac7719]

Cale dead?

 

[Cousin Eddie]

He got absolutely pounded by Romanov. One of the worst concussions I ever had was from a chest to chest just like that. No head contact but because we were both moving at high speeds the impact caused it. Doc explained it to me as if you’re a passenger in a car and suddenly the car crashes, the car immediately comes to a stop but you don’t until you hit the windshield/roof or hopefully a seatbelt. Your head is the same way. If you’re moving at a high speed and suddenly your body stops, your brain continues forward and hits off the walls of your scull. You don’t necessarily have to hit your head.

Perhaps the doc was wrong in how he explained it but it always stood out ti me and I always remember it for plays like this. Cale was moving pretty fast.

Hopefully I’m just overthinking it but I immediately thought it last night and now can’t help but think it again.

 

[RoyIsALegend]

He got absolutely pounded by Romanov. One of the worst concussions I ever had was from a chest to chest just like that. No head contact but because we were both moving at high speeds the impact caused it. Doc explained it to me as if you’re a passenger in a car and suddenly the car crashes, the car immediately comes to a stop but you don’t until you hit the windshield/roof or hopefully a seatbelt. Your head is the same way. If you’re moving at a high speed and suddenly your body stops, your brain continues forward and hits off the walls of your scull. You don’t necessarily have to hit your head.

Perhaps the doc was wrong in how he explained it but it always stood out ti me and I always remember it for plays like this. Cale was moving pretty fast.

Hopefully I’m just overthinking it but I immediately thought it last night and now can’t help but think it again.

It would be absolutely ridiculous if he wasn't picked by the spotter or if the Avs didn't do some quick checks themselves. He was right back out there after.

Fingers crossed for maintenance.

 

[Alienblood]

It would be absolutely ridiculous if he wasn't picked by the spotter or if the Avs didn't do some quick checks themselves. He was right back out there after.

Fingers crossed for maintenance.

Maybe he won't play in 4 nations and gets a rest, he can't handle hard minutes like Hughes and a few others can

 

[Cousin Eddie]

Maybe he won't play in 4 nations and gets a rest, he can't handle hard minutes like Hughes and a few others can

I spent way too much money for tickets and a weekend in Montreal for this kind of thinking

 

[Alienblood]

I spent way too much money for tickets and a weekend in Montreal for this kind of thinking

Sorry bud , hope he's fine. It would be a shame for him to miss that really.

 

[Bill Peckerskull]

Who's Will, and when will he find out?

 

[Bill Peckerskull]

He got absolutely pounded by Romanov. One of the worst concussions I ever had was from a chest to chest just like that. No head contact but because we were both moving at high speeds the impact caused it. Doc explained it to me as if you’re a passenger in a car and suddenly the car crashes, the car immediately comes to a stop but you don’t until you hit the windshield/roof or hopefully a seatbelt. Your head is the same way. If you’re moving at a high speed and suddenly your body stops, your brain continues forward and hits off the walls of your scull. You don’t necessarily have to hit your head.

Perhaps the doc was wrong in how he explained it but it always stood out ti me and I always remember it for plays like this. Cale was moving pretty fast.

Hopefully I’m just overthinking it but I immediately thought it last night and now can’t help but think it again.

Whiplash...


Considering he's had one before (that cheap elbow from Jeff Carter), and it's easier to get another after each one....