GDT: We're Here: Your New Jersey Devils @ Philadelphia Flyers, 7 PM, ESPN+/Hulu

[Camille the Eel]

“deja vu all over again.” Really we need to finish some of our chances. Can’t blame it all on Blackwood. Some bad breakdowns on defense.
Go get ‘em in the 3d. It ain’t over yet.

 

[Poppy Whoa Sonnet]

Ride with Blackwood until Bernier's rehab stint finishes, figure it out from there.

edit: Ride with meaning give him 1b / backup starts in the NHL

 

[glenwo2]

damn you

I knew the moment Blackwood was starting that this would end up happening.

I have zero confidence in him and he simply justified it.

Play Vanacek next, Ruff....and KEEP HIM THERE. (I would like to have a shot at winning a game, thank you)

 

[mdj12784]

Honest question? Some people really seem to dislike Blackwood. Is there a chance the fact that his vaccination delay is still a factor in that? I mean. I remember people were so mad at him for that. Any chance that is still an issue as to what seems more like animosity as opposed to dislike?

110%

 

[captainscott12]

People hate Blackwood because he can’t make a f***ing save and he hasn’t been able to for two and a half years now

plus he isn't the best goalie on the team. and ruff can't see that or doesn't have the balls to start the best goalie. its not how you coach.. I'm not saying those were all soft but at least 1 was and maybe 2... also Bahl should be in the game .. quite frankly i would say for smith.. but Graves is the worst player on the ice for both teams in this game

 

[My3Sons]

is it me or is bratt not getting any ice time?

Well it’s obvious he is the reason Blackwood is giving up those goals.

 

[Emperoreddy]

People hate Blackwood because he can’t make a f***ing save and he hasn’t been able to for two and a half years now

He lost the benefit of the doubt. Only way to get people off his back is to actually make saves.

 

[Devils090]

I just can’t believe Lindy Ruff got hired and is still employed here

 

[Saugus]

is it me or is bratt not getting any ice time?

I honestly did not notice him once in the second period. Weird usage for sure.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

Honest question? Some people really seem to dislike Blackwood. Is there a chance the fact that his vaccination delay is still a factor in that? I mean. I remember people were so mad at him for that. Any chance that is still an issue as to what seems more like animosity as opposed to dislike?

if he could stop the damn puck it wouldnt matter

the fact that he cannot, coupled with the fact that he is an asshole, and yeah I dont like the guy very much

 

[captainscott12]

110%

really? how about he hasn't performed well and leave it that...

 

[Bone Density]

 

[DerekDevils30]

is it me or is bratt not getting any ice time?

He’s played just over 9 minutes. 30 seconds more than McLeod.

 

[SJinNewJersey]

No - Because Torts is winning we have to hear about him. Want that to change? Win.

Reading comprehension is your friend. I said 90 minutes of this crap, was going before Flyers took the lead.

 

[guitarguyvic]

People hate Blackwood because he can’t make a f***ing save and he hasn’t been able to for two and a half years now

So what? Seriously? How does stating the obvious about our goaltending factor in to how pathetic the entire team looks?

Folks want optimism. How is the f*** is it possible when we subjecting to trash time and time and time and time again.

I’m trying. I really am. Something just feels rotten about this org. It’s never felt right post Lou. And no that’s not me saying he should have stayed or that we’d be better of with him.

 

[MauDevils]

Up 2.51 to 1.69 in expected goals!

New Jersey Devils @ Philadelphia Flyers, 2022-10-13

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Down 3-1 in real goals that actually count.

 

[MasterofGrond]

Wonder if ruff is actively trying to get fired

 

[JimEIV]

I don't think I want to watch another period of that. These teams are straight trash tonight.

Yup. Looks like two bottom 5 teams playing each other...oh wait? They are two bottom 5 teams playing against each other.

 

[Camille the Eel]

yes, I have been watching the game.

the DEvils are controlling play at 5 on 5 and have a PPG, and are losing. I wonder what the difference could be?

We aren’t controlling anything and the comment that we have been largely playing perimeter is spot on. We look flat and ragged too and why not in game one.

 

[britdevil]

He’s played just over 9 minutes. 30 seconds more than McLeod.

Jesus christ, this is tragic.

All I want for Spooktober is a Ruff sacking.

 

[DEVILS130]

Can’t decide yet if this is worse than the Winnipeg opener. At least we showed something in that one

 

[Devils090]

Imagine being an NHL GM and you pin your job on Lindy f***ing Ruff

 

[Devils731]

Weekes is crazy. The defense can’t impact the goaltending in any way.

 

[Zajacs Bowl Cut]

We aren’t controlling anything and the comment that we have been largely playing perimeter is spot on. We look flat and ragged too and why not in game one.

We are absolutely controlling the 5 on 5 play.

The first Flyers goal was a terrible rebound. The second was a terrible turnover and terrible angle by the goaltender.

 

[Devs3cups]

2.63 xGF (1 GF)
1.69 xGA (3 GA)

So surprised. Good goaltending vs. Bad goaltending.