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The way Boston is playing, I'll be happy with any points in two games. I'd be thrilled if it was 7-0 Boston then 2-1 leafs.RedLeaf said:L K said:RedLeaf said:
At least they are on a streak...the Leafs are good at breaking those
I think I'd be pretty happy with a split with Bruins, as long as one of them isn't a lopsided embarrassment like the last time they met.
bustaheims
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As much as the Leafs have struggled against the Bruins, after this weekend, they become less of an issue for the team - they'll only have to face them twice in their final 56 games after having played them 4 times in their first 26.
maplesyrup
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We're not getting any points vs. Boston. It just aint happening. :-\
GhostofPotvin29
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Floyd said:
Might as well let the games happen before we say that.
maplesyrup
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Potvin29 said:
Sure. There's always a chance. I just need to set my expectations going in.
bustaheims
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Floyd said:
Nowhere to go but up.
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Zanzibar Buck-Buck McFate said:
If they win both, I'd say they're real enough to potentially win the division.
hockeyfan1
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I would like to see two things happen:
1). The Leafs take one of two (if not both) against the Bruins.... and..
2). Kessel breaks his jinx in Boston by scoring a pair of goals (while the Leafs contain Tyler Seguin who cones up nil in the scoring department.
Oh yeah, the Monster makes life a nightmare for Boston's forwards, while the Leafs make Thomas miserable. Having Reimer back would definitely be an added plus.
Finally, the last time the Bruins walloped us 7-0, the Leafs went into a bit of a 'slump' (which they've broke out of), while the Bruins went on their winning streak
(and counting). It would do wonders if the Leafs could hand Boston 2 losses and send them on a tailspin. Now, wouldn't that be great?!!
Anyone think of any if these things happening?!
1). The Leafs take one of two (if not both) against the Bruins.... and..
2). Kessel breaks his jinx in Boston by scoring a pair of goals (while the Leafs contain Tyler Seguin who cones up nil in the scoring department.
Oh yeah, the Monster makes life a nightmare for Boston's forwards, while the Leafs make Thomas miserable. Having Reimer back would definitely be an added plus.
Finally, the last time the Bruins walloped us 7-0, the Leafs went into a bit of a 'slump' (which they've broke out of), while the Bruins went on their winning streak
(and counting). It would do wonders if the Leafs could hand Boston 2 losses and send them on a tailspin. Now, wouldn't that be great?!!
Anyone think of any if these things happening?!
Chev-boyar-sky
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Not sure if this is the right place to mention this, but I hope Burke et al are trying very hard to sign JML.
I love his puck control, fluid skating and passing abilities. He may leave a little to be desired defensively but he reminds me a Kaberle in his prime.
Ultimately he may be too expensive (4-5 years x 4.5-5?) with the year he's putting together. It will be a big dilemma if we're in a playoff race, or spot and he's unwilling to sign. I could see a great return for him at the deadline, but really hope he stays put. Having 3 D-men (Gardiner, Liles, and Phaneuf) who can all skate with the puck is something we haven't seen for some time.
Keep up the good work JML!
I love his puck control, fluid skating and passing abilities. He may leave a little to be desired defensively but he reminds me a Kaberle in his prime.
Ultimately he may be too expensive (4-5 years x 4.5-5?) with the year he's putting together. It will be a big dilemma if we're in a playoff race, or spot and he's unwilling to sign. I could see a great return for him at the deadline, but really hope he stays put. Having 3 D-men (Gardiner, Liles, and Phaneuf) who can all skate with the puck is something we haven't seen for some time.
Keep up the good work JML!
I think the Leafs can take at least one from Boston but what is the Kessel 'jinx' all about?
...Liles is playing well but back in the 'making sense of the Leafs d' thread we touched on this a little, it seems almost inevitable that the Leafs will have to make a move of some sort with the young dmen they have coming along, Liles could be a pretty attractive trade commodity at the deadline but however it goes the Leafs are in the drivers seat somewhat having negotiating rights too.
Burke ( and others ) were right though, Komi, Gunnar and Lashoff go down and *plunk* Franson and Aulie are available, depth is a crucial element for success.
...Liles is playing well but back in the 'making sense of the Leafs d' thread we touched on this a little, it seems almost inevitable that the Leafs will have to make a move of some sort with the young dmen they have coming along, Liles could be a pretty attractive trade commodity at the deadline but however it goes the Leafs are in the drivers seat somewhat having negotiating rights too.
Burke ( and others ) were right though, Komi, Gunnar and Lashoff go down and *plunk* Franson and Aulie are available, depth is a crucial element for success.
Kin
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Tigger said:
People wanting to invent narratives where none exist.
Kessel scored well against Boston last year but hasn't scored against them this year. Clearly it's the result of a "jinx" as opposed to Boston being terrific defensively or the best defenseman, for my money, in the NHL playing against Kessel.
Outside of Schenn, who cost a 1st and 2nds, the leafs have very economically built quite a deep defense in terms of assets.
Liles for 2nd, Gunnarsson drafted in the 6th, Franson for Lebda, FA Komisarek, Gardiner for FA Beauchemin and Phaneuf/Aulie for White+.
Even up front, Grabovski, Armstrong, Lupul, MacArthur, Steckel, Connolly, Bozak and Kulemin were all accquired for essentially 2 2nds, a 4th and 5th.
Liles for 2nd, Gunnarsson drafted in the 6th, Franson for Lebda, FA Komisarek, Gardiner for FA Beauchemin and Phaneuf/Aulie for White+.
Even up front, Grabovski, Armstrong, Lupul, MacArthur, Steckel, Connolly, Bozak and Kulemin were all accquired for essentially 2 2nds, a 4th and 5th.
Recovery Doesn?t Stop After Injuries Heal
A nice but kind of unfinished story about a new Leafs scout and Brian Burke giving him a chance after a very tough time from a bad injury as a NHL linesman that he's still recovering from.
A nice but kind of unfinished story about a new Leafs scout and Brian Burke giving him a chance after a very tough time from a bad injury as a NHL linesman that he's still recovering from.
Pucken Chronic
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I've had a game day ritual for years and years that on game day I wear my Leafs jersey. The last few years and maybe the first month of this season, I didn't see a whole lot of other Leafs gear on, not even on game days. Today, a non-game day I've seen at least 6 jerseys and a boatload of Leafs caps. I hear many call them bandwagon jumpers, fair weather fans, or whatever. I don't care there's room for lots more. The Buzz is-a starting. I can't wait to feel that feeling again, WHEN we make the play-offs and the whole city (well, Southern Ontario, really) starts to lose it's mind. Wear your Leafs stuff and wear it proud. 8)
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