R1G1: Leafs @ Bruins - May 1st, 7:00pm - CBC, TSN 1050
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Potvin29 said:
You're absolutely right, keep him benched then.
GhostofPotvin29
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CarltonTheBear said:
If something makes too much sense, it's probably wrong.
Gardiner51 said:
There was a smidgen of sarcasm in my post.
This is what I would do Saturday:
JVR-Bozak-Kessel
Lupul-Kadri-Frattin
McClement-Grabovski-Kulemin
MacArthur-Colborne-Komarov
Gunnarsson-Phaneuf
Gardiner-Franson
Liles-O'Byrne
Other than the top line and pairing which are pretty much set in stone, I'd say I'll get one combination right (Liles-O'Bryne).
JVR-Bozak-Kessel
Lupul-Kadri-Frattin
McClement-Grabovski-Kulemin
MacArthur-Colborne-Komarov
Gunnarsson-Phaneuf
Gardiner-Franson
Liles-O'Byrne
Other than the top line and pairing which are pretty much set in stone, I'd say I'll get one combination right (Liles-O'Bryne).
MetalRaven
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Up until this game I liked having Orr and McLaren in the lineup....I believe if other teams take liberty with our smaller/skilled players then they should be nose to nose with an enforcer at the next possible chance. Ferrence elbowed Grabo and I dont think he got one fist in his face at all....If I were GM id be looking for 2 new players during the summer...if you are incapable or unwilling to do what you are paid for then you have no purpose...and I will find someone that will.
BermudaBudsFan
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A few observations from my perspective:
I thought Grabovski had quite a lot of jump. That's a good sign as we need him to have a chance. Kessel needs to figure out a way to get more chances to score. We need his offense to win the series. If he doesn't score, they can't win. I have said it before, but I don't think Lupul has recovered from his concussion -- not close.
Our defence was exposed -- if we had suitable replacements I would sit both Kostka and Fraser, but I don't think you can put both Gardiner and O'Byrne in. I think the speed will kill O'Byrne. I would try Jake to see how he does.
Hard to lay any blame on Reimer -- 40 shots. The only one he might have had was the Boychuk long-ranger.
What continues to be a big concern is our forwards inability to have any sustained pressure or cycle game. They are not going to score many goals on the rush. Even if they reduce all the turnovers (Kadri was particularly bad tonight) without more offensive zone time I don't think they can win.
I do think nerves and inexperience played a role. Hopefully that is not much of a factor, if any, on Saturday.
I thought Grabovski had quite a lot of jump. That's a good sign as we need him to have a chance. Kessel needs to figure out a way to get more chances to score. We need his offense to win the series. If he doesn't score, they can't win. I have said it before, but I don't think Lupul has recovered from his concussion -- not close.
Our defence was exposed -- if we had suitable replacements I would sit both Kostka and Fraser, but I don't think you can put both Gardiner and O'Byrne in. I think the speed will kill O'Byrne. I would try Jake to see how he does.
Hard to lay any blame on Reimer -- 40 shots. The only one he might have had was the Boychuk long-ranger.
What continues to be a big concern is our forwards inability to have any sustained pressure or cycle game. They are not going to score many goals on the rush. Even if they reduce all the turnovers (Kadri was particularly bad tonight) without more offensive zone time I don't think they can win.
I do think nerves and inexperience played a role. Hopefully that is not much of a factor, if any, on Saturday.
GhostofPotvin29
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CarltonTheBear said:
Potvin29 said:
O'Bryne in for Kostka. Orr on a scoring line.
GhostofPotvin29
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Maurice was just on TSN That's Hockey 2Nite and said in '09 Boston hammered them in Game 1 (4-1) and then they won 3 straight.
Don't give up all hope yet. 8)
Don't give up all hope yet. 8)
I think the Leafs were flat. They were spectators, and assisted on Bruin goals.Have no idea why their breakout's were so lame.
They do this pretty good, but tonight they were inept.
Anyway hope they get it together. Speed kills the Bruins, so throw in some speed. Gardiner would do that. Pared with Liles i think they could do some damage.
Game 1. Done.
They do this pretty good, but tonight they were inept.
Anyway hope they get it together. Speed kills the Bruins, so throw in some speed. Gardiner would do that. Pared with Liles i think they could do some damage.
Game 1. Done.
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47 - 11 - 41
16 - 42 - 38
36 - 3
51 - 4
24 - 23
Gotta get Grabovski on the ice more. This is where he needs to earn that 5 mil. Bozak is hurt. It's obvious. If he's not 100% there is not point trotting him out there for 16+ minutes a night. He can still take faceoffs apparently so use him in key situations only.
19 - 43 - 39
47 - 11 - 41
16 - 42 - 38
36 - 3
51 - 4
24 - 23
Gotta get Grabovski on the ice more. This is where he needs to earn that 5 mil. Bozak is hurt. It's obvious. If he's not 100% there is not point trotting him out there for 16+ minutes a night. He can still take faceoffs apparently so use him in key situations only.
James Mirtle @mirtle 2m
Franson says he'll be fine. Foot is very sore but believe he can just ice it and rest over next two days.
Phew.
Franson says he'll be fine. Foot is very sore but believe he can just ice it and rest over next two days.
Phew.
bustaheims
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Peter D. said:
The Leafs didn't test him all that much. He didn't have to make a lot of difficult saves. That needs to change.