Recap: Caps 8, Thrashers 1
by Becca H on Jan 9, 2010 10:32 PM EST
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The last two times the Capitals and Thrashers met, the games quickly turned from one-sided routs into close, nail-biting affairs. Defensive breakdowns, sloppy play with the lead, bad goaltending - you name it, the Caps did it, trying as hard as possible to snatch defeat from the jaws of victory.
So you'd be forgiven if, when the Caps jumped out to a 3-0 lead in the first, you watched nervously and waited for them to blow it.
Ah, but that was the Caps of Fall 2009. The new, improved model has developed a keen ability to not only shut other teams down when they have the lead but completely take them out of the game - and not stop until the final buzzer.
Ten more notes on the game:
- Mike Knuble was struggling a bit of late, with just two goals in the last month going into Thursday's Ottawa game. His goal against the Senators got him back into the scoring - and his two goals tonight got him back into what he does best, which is scoring the "so ugly they're pretty" goals. Both were the result of Knuble driving the net, once on a great deflection and once off his skate.
- In the three games since Alex Ovechkin was named the 14th captain in franchise history, he has just one goal. More amazing is the fact that the team has scored 17 goals in those three games, including 8 tonight, without the explosive offense of #8. Pretty sure he's not complaining, though.
- It's doubtful that Atlanta's gameplan tonight was actually to have three or four guys swarm the puck carrier, leaving the rest of his line blissfully open - but that's kind of what happened nonetheless. But hey, I'm not a coach. Maybe against a team with fewer offensive weapons that would work. Sure.
- With this kind of run support, the casual observer might assume that Michal Neuvirth didn't have to be stellar tonight to earn the win. But the Thrashers do have quite a few offensive weapons in their arsenal and there were times when he did have to come up with a big save. The one goal that did get through needs to be stopped - but the rest of the game, he was stellar.
- Tom Poti, Brian Pothier, Mike Green and Jeff Schultz combined for a goal, seven assists, ten shots (of which Green had exactly 0) and a +10. Not bad, huh?
- Speaking of Tom Poti, he's been shooting the puck more from the point, providing more offense from the defense and making it easier for, say, Mike Knuble to go to the net and tip his shots in. And his goal tonight was a thing of beauty, the kind of back-door play that until now had only really been seen from Mike Green.
- The Tomas Fleischmann-as-center experiment is a great success, and has enabled Bruce Boudreau to keep consistent lines together for more than one game, which is huge. Hell, he's kept the same lines together for more than one period - that alone is pretty huge.
- Disciplined play has been a key for this Caps team, and they continued to maintain that discipline tonight. Just three penalties for Washington tonight, with none after the second period - and all three were killed off. They even cashed in on a shorthanded chance and picked up two power play goals for complete special teams perfection.
- The only line that seemed to struggle tonight was the Jason Chimera-Brendan Morrison-Eric Fehr combo, which only cashed in late in the game on Chimera's first as a Cap. That's not to say they should be broken up; when Chimera fully meshes with Bruce's system, he could be a key to jumpstarting the other two. And until then, might as well keep the three guys who are ice cold together so they don't drag the others down with them.
- Through twenty minutes the Caps had only registered seven shots on goal - which wasn't that troubling since three of them went in. It became even less troubling as they picked up 30 more through the rest of the game...and added five more goals.
So far, so good - the first three games of the Ovechkin era have been perfect displays of a team executing their system to near-perfection. The defense has been solid, the goaltending stellar and the offense...okay, so it's not like that needed work in the first place. And not surprisingly, it's resulted in three wins.
The momentum from these wins will be important as they continue on through a jam-packed January. The confidence, important for a young team learning how to win. And the wins?
Well, they're always important.
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Great pic.
Random stat: Even before tonight’s +5, since the start of the 2007-08 season only 1 player younger than Jeff Schultz has a better +/-: Nicklas Backstrom
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I know this is sarcasm .. right … but piling on to it:
“Lets not get carried away, yet, it is only January.”
by markbona-capsfan99 on Jan 10, 2010 10:27 AM EST up reply actions
YAY! Becca got a good game to recap!
USA beat Canada because more kids in the US are playing hockey and the USA hockey system is producing better hockey players to compete with the Canadian youth hockey system, not because Ray Bourque got his fuck on in Boston.
4th line has been a very nice surprise...
Brads, Stecks, and Gordo look like they are really working hard out there. And Stecks finding the back of the net is proof for me. Even Gordo getting one against the Sens this past Thursday says this line has potential.
The lines are amazing. Incredible chemistry now with all the forwards — now the team just needs to shore up the issues with the defensive pairings.
I think they’re close to there; some issues in the first period today but in the last two I thought they did well. Tweaking time is now, prior to the Olympic break.
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One order of Green Eggs and Hamhuis please
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:51 PM EST up reply actions
CSN didn’t have a single good angle on that ATL goal (sigh), but it sure looked like Neuvy never saw the shot, like he was screened by Todd White. Neuvy shoulda been the No. 1 star.
Flash has found a hell of a niche. I hope it continues to pay off because I love it.
I have a C on my heart.
Absolutely. And if this niche continues to pay off, we may not need to worry about the center issue. Let’s wait and see what happens.
No Alex, no ratings. Know Alex, know ratings.
On the other hand isn’t Flash an UFA at the end of the season? He keeps doing this he may price himself out of our range…..ah who am I kidding, Gabby would never let Flash go.
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 9, 2010 11:17 PM EST up reply actions
Let the goalie controversy officially begin…
(as soon as Varly gets healthy).
"I am ready for his provocations"
by PaintDrinkingPete on Jan 9, 2010 10:44 PM EST reply actions
Me too…but with Varly healthy, I truly believe we have 3 NHL caliber goalies…all of which expect to be starters. Regardless of who the “starter” is, we may be a team that can play a 1-1A goalie system, but room for 3? I doubt it…
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by PaintDrinkingPete on Jan 9, 2010 10:57 PM EST up reply actions
At the risk of taking a beating of reply threads, I think if Neuvy keeps playing the way he has been he only increases his trade value. Varly is the G of the future (as long as he’s healthy of course)
I beg to differ. Way too soon to know who that will be. Holtby will be in the mix as well.
A man gotta have a code
Agreed, and Varly’s health is a major concern. Sure he’s looked like a number 1 when he’s played. But you can’t have your no. 1 missing weeks at a time which Varly has now done two seasons in a row. I don’t see the sense in letting Neuvy go right now.
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 9, 2010 11:12 PM EST up reply actions
I think your disclaimer is the reason Neuvi won’t be traded anytime soon. Unless Varly can stay healthy for longer than a month, I don’t think anyone will feel comfortable letting Neuvi go
by SeattleCapsFan on Jan 9, 2010 11:11 PM EST up reply actions
I don’t see any reason to let either go. I think fans tend to get impatient, especially when it comes to young developing players. I still think it won’t be until the end of next season before we’ll have a good idea what the goalie future portends. Everyone should just enjoy the fact we have two capable young goalies (with another one waiting in the wings I might add) who are developing quite nicely. I can’t say enough about the work Irbe has done. You can see it in the rapid development these guys are making in short periods of time.
A man gotta have a code
Oh I definitely wasn’t saying let Varly go…I completely agree that watching both of them develop over the next few years will be wonderful to watch. And honestly? I can’t wait to watch the two of them duke it out for #1
by SeattleCapsFan on Jan 9, 2010 11:19 PM EST up reply actions
I still think the third guy, the one late to this party, may wind up winning the job in the end, especially if Varly can’t stay healthy.
A man gotta have a code
Holtby? really? I don’t follow HER at all so I have no idea what he looks like, but that’s surprising to hear.
by SeattleCapsFan on Jan 9, 2010 11:24 PM EST up reply actions
I whole-heartedly love the fact we have capable guys in net, and having options is certainly a plus. But knowing that Theo is gone after this year is the only hesitation I see in the Caps not dealing a guy like Neuvy. If the right piece is available for the Caps I have no doubt GMGM would pull the trigger. Just ask Chris Clark if anything is possible. :-(
The “reason” to let Neuvy go is that a potential trade partner asks for him. The Caps roster likely won’t finish the season looking like this, and they’ve got to give something up to get something. When you’ve got three goalies all basically the same age, one of them is likely a tradeable asset.
You're the future of this team's defense Karl. . . Now get your ass to Manitoba!
true, but you also don’t want to go into a potential Cup run with an inconsistent vet, an injury-prone youngin’ (regardless of how that youngin’ did last year in the playoffs), and a guy who has zero NHL experience
by SeattleCapsFan on Jan 9, 2010 11:26 PM EST up reply actions
No reason to make a deal now, potentially letting a number one goalie go. Eventually one, if not two of them will get dealt, I’d just be surprised if it was this year.
A man gotta have a code
I’m not saying the Caps should look to deal him, but it takes two to tango. If Neuvy is the difference between getting the player they want and getting nothing, I’m thinking GMGM at least entertains the notion.
You're the future of this team's defense Karl. . . Now get your ass to Manitoba!
Not saying you don’t trade him under any circumstances, just saying it had better be a damn fine deal, especially with the concerns about Varly’s durability.
A man gotta have a code
I agree, but goaltending is like a dinner date – two’s company; three’s a crowd.
You're the future of this team's defense Karl. . . Now get your ass to Manitoba!
unless you’re into that sort of thing
by SeattleCapsFan on Jan 9, 2010 11:35 PM EST up reply actions
durability, THATS the word I was looking for….half of my above posts I kept trying to think of how best to describe what Varly was lacking….couldn’t put my finger on it (Wild Turkey to my head, perhaps?)
by SeattleCapsFan on Jan 9, 2010 11:34 PM EST up reply actions
First of all this isn’t TOR where the press is going to obsess about it. Second, neither guy had the kind of press going in those guys had. It will work itself out eventually. These guys are young and don’t seem to have any Carey price like tendencies towards drama.
A man gotta have a code
Not carbon copy,
I know, but I worry we’ll make the wrong decision.l
I am easily satisfied with the very best
We don’t have John Ferguson Jr as GM as they did when that move was made. In GMGM we trust.
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:46 PM EST up reply actions
Another reason to not be in a hurry. Sports rosters are always in transition. Sometimes folks just gotta relax and let things happen. Not like GMGM is sitting on his hands. He’ll always have irons in the fire, but no reason to rush decisions on young players until you are either confident you know how they will develop or you think the piece you are getting in return is going to help you win a title. This is even more true now with the cap.
A man gotta have a code
I know – I ran out of bullet points!! Next time we put up 8 goals, screw it – I’m doing 11 (or 12 or 13) notes. Also worth mentioning: two more 2-goal games and still no hat tricks, Backstrom’s 18th goal, Steckel’s goal, etc.
I was hoping to see the team’s first hat tonight, but then again I wouldn’t mind if they get in here in DC either
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by PaintDrinkingPete on Jan 9, 2010 10:52 PM EST up reply actions
Hat tricks are nice but to be honest, i like the balanced scoring better.
Drives the other teams crazy.
What amazing date in history are we giong back to today, Mr. Peabody?
Hat tricks are nice but to be honest, i like the balanced scoring better.
Drives the other teams crazy.
Absolutely, but it is a little crazy that with this many 2-goal games (many early in games), that no hat-trick has been registered. Not complaining, because I love what I’m seeing, but I do find it strange…
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by PaintDrinkingPete on Jan 9, 2010 10:58 PM EST up reply actions
Just kidding. Really liked his pass on Poti’s goal.
by Pi on Jan 9, 2010 10:55 PM EST up reply actions
I honestly could care less about the hat tricks, and in some ways see the current situation as a positive. The most 2-goal games in the NHL with no hat tricks indicates a shooting gallery coming from absolutely everywhere, a balanced and crazy deep scoring attack.
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by gotsparkly on Jan 9, 2010 11:14 PM EST up reply actions 1 recs
that’s what I was saying in the 3rd period GDT….on what team can you expect 6 different team members to score in one game? not many…the lack of a hat trick is a wonderful “problem” to have.
by SeattleCapsFan on Jan 9, 2010 11:16 PM EST up reply actions
Ok, who the heck is this impostor in the Poti jersey? Four straight games with points, including a goal tonight?
USA beat Canada because more kids in the US are playing hockey and the USA hockey system is producing better hockey players to compete with the Canadian youth hockey system, not because Ray Bourque got his fuck on in Boston.
He’s been reading Japer’s Rink and trying to prove the naysayers wrong?
by SeattleCapsFan on Jan 9, 2010 11:13 PM EST up reply actions
Hey, just out of curiosity — who has Poti’s defensive partner been during these games where Poti is showing some offensive talent?
Atta dinnin stick a who!
by Gould Old Days on Jan 10, 2010 1:58 AM EST up reply actions
He is finally doing what he was brought to DC to do.
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by Knubles and Bits on Jan 9, 2010 11:36 PM EST up reply actions
Speaking of doing what they were brought to DC to do – how about Mike Knuble tonight? He got a shout-out in the bullets, but he was in the Atlanta goalies’ faces all night long.
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Gilbert and Javaris too.
…too soon?
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 9, 2010 11:41 PM EST up reply actions
and Agent Zero
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:41 PM EST up reply actions
It was like he read my post this week that if we are sticking K-Nub on the first line then he better be doing his best Tomas Holmstrom impression when there
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:41 PM EST up reply actions
Yah, that tip on the Poti shot was a thing of beauty.
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 9, 2010 11:42 PM EST up reply actions
This franchise is getting to be straight-up scary.
"I am ready for his provocations"
by PaintDrinkingPete on Jan 9, 2010 11:01 PM EST up reply actions
All of this while their “starting goalie” is here winning games for the NHL squad!
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by PaintDrinkingPete on Jan 9, 2010 11:03 PM EST up reply actions
They’ve essentially been a 1 goalie team, as of late. Holtby has made nearly every start down there, except for the one that Varly started. BTW, when’s the last time they’ve played Jason B, the guy who’s called “Cash” and who I call “Chihuahua”?
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I would expect Holtby to get the next two starts — Wednesday at Norfolk and Friday at Albany. Since Hershey has a three-game weekend coming up next weekend, I would guess someone else is going to get the Penguin game on Saturday. Sunday is pot luck.
If you've read this far...seek help.
Who will be that “someone else”? Will it be Chihuahua? Or will Varly be back there for another conditioning start.?
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I would think it’s all a matter of Varlamov’s health. If he’s ready to go, I would think he’ll be starting at Mohegan Sun Arena against the Pens.
If you've read this far...seek help.
I like our chances of extending this 3 game win streak to 6 with games vs TB, FLA and TOR this week,
Support bacteria - they're the only culture some people have.
Would be very nice. I hear TB gets to finish their suspended game with NJ tomorrow. I hope they hold on and win. I also hope this horrendously (even more) busy schedule for Tampa wears them out so they have nothing left on Tuesday when they play the Caps then.
(And I will be there to watch them play Tampa — in person.)
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Sweet,..just don’t go dressed as an astronaut ;)
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:11 PM EST up reply actions
Why not? The Caps haven’t lost (from my recollection) with the “Astronaut” in attendance…
"I am ready for his provocations"
by PaintDrinkingPete on Jan 9, 2010 11:12 PM EST up reply actions
I wasn’t planning to dress as an astronaut. But I could pay a visit to Epcot or to Cape Canaveral.
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Just in case you don’t “get it”, there has been an individual dressing up in an astronaut costume showing up the Verizon Center lately. FYI—he wasn’t there for the Carolina game recently…
"I am ready for his provocations"
by PaintDrinkingPete on Jan 9, 2010 11:16 PM EST up reply actions
Don’t worry, I got it. I’ve seen all kinds of shots of the astronaut at VC. I remember the astronaut was selected “fan of the game”. I believe that was the first time I saw the astronaut.
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It’s weird…I don’t get it…and I’m jealous of his seat…but as long as they win while he’s there, I say keep it coming space man!!!
"I am ready for his provocations"
by PaintDrinkingPete on Jan 9, 2010 11:19 PM EST up reply actions
The Caps can win 6(+) in a row because they are a quality hockey team…but never underestimate your opponent. The Caps have already lost to both “good” and “bad” teams this year (inc. Toronto).
"I am ready for his provocations"
by PaintDrinkingPete on Jan 9, 2010 11:11 PM EST up reply actions
This is true they have and made Vesa look like Brodeur. Living in TO though I can tell you the Leafs are looking awful right now and Ranting Ronnie is flipping on his players in practice
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:13 PM EST up reply actions
Sweet goal involving the Sedins in the VAN-CAL game
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That is so amazing that they managed to get drafted by the same team and they could play their whole career together.
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Just like the Hanson brothers! ;)
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:16 PM EST up reply actions
Well that’s relative ;)
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:18 PM EST up reply actions
Yes I know..I was just being a brat
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:21 PM EST up reply actions
By “managed to get drafted by the same team” you mean “told the NHL they didn’t want to come over unless they were on the same team.”
Now let's say you and I go toe to toe on bird law and see who comes out the victor.
Then had a GM willing to trade to get the 2nd and 3rd picks to use on them.
Of all our iniquities ignorance may be the worst
by Killer_Carlson on Jan 10, 2010 3:41 PM EST up reply actions
Rypien and Prust have had two long fights already in the VAN-CAL Game..It’s like a playoff atmosphere in this game.
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Just had an HNIC interview with Glen Hanlon there. He’s the Nucks goaltending scout now.
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:24 PM EST up reply actions
101 comments already? Don’t we normally go quiet after good wins?
I am easily satisfied with the very best
Things were quiet for a while immediately after the game, but they’ve picked back up recently.
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by Knubles and Bits on Jan 9, 2010 11:40 PM EST up reply actions
If the team keeps playing like this, do you think that Ovechkin being named captain influences the Hart voting at all?
Why not campaign for Backstrom for Lady Byng
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:54 PM EST up reply actions
yep Mean Lars :)
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 9, 2010 11:55 PM EST up reply actions
I think nights like tonight and the times he was out for injury exemplify the reason Ovi prob won’t get it again….the team doesn’t NEED him to put up big numbers anymore (although we still love it when he does!)
by SeattleCapsFan on Jan 9, 2010 11:53 PM EST up reply actions
Ah, but tonight could just be an example of how having him as captain makes everyone on the team better
of course, but intangible qualities such as that often get overlooked come voting season
by SeattleCapsFan on Jan 9, 2010 11:56 PM EST up reply actions
Exactly and I bet his stats catch up (though they are already pretty ridiculous). I still say it’s only a matter of time before Ovie goes on one of his 10 goals in 6 game streaks and puts some distance between himself Marleu and Gaborik. If he storms back to take the Hart, and competes with the Ross he will make people take notice. Throw in the new C on his chest, all he will need is for Miller to slow down some.
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 9, 2010 11:59 PM EST up reply actions
err, Richard, not Hart. My Bad,
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 9, 2010 11:59 PM EST up reply actions
That’s someone who was born to be a hockey player…his middle name didn’t happen to be ‘Ross’, did it?
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 10, 2010 12:17 AM EST up reply actions
It’s called MVP, but its really a best player award. Intangibles don’t count for much. It’s Miller’s to lose right now. I’d put Gaborik and Bryz ahead of Ovi as well.
A man gotta have a code
serious question. Isin’t the Hart supposed to go to the MVP of their particular team?
My vote would go to Gaborik right now only because IMPO the goalies have their own award.
What amazing date in history are we giong back to today, Mr. Peabody?
Agreed, but if a goalie really has an out of this world year he should be considered for Hart.
It’s kinda like in baseball pitchers have their own award (Cy Young), but they can also win the MVP if they really dominate.
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by Knubles and Bits on Jan 10, 2010 12:23 AM EST up reply actions
Yea, and it’s been done before.
Still a hard sell for me, though.
What amazing date in history are we giong back to today, Mr. Peabody?
Ironically wasn’t it Theodore besting Iginla in 2003 that really has deterred people from choosing goalies for the Hart lately?
Regardless, I think enough people are down on goalies winning the Hart that Ovie has a good chance of besting Miller if he continues on his pace.
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 10, 2010 12:30 AM EST up reply actions
I do believe you are right. It was for me.
I’m thinking that maybe Backstrom is the Caps MVP, though.
They’ve shown that they can win without AO but they seem to lose more often than not when Nicky is having a bad night or is out( LA ).
What amazing date in history are we giong back to today, Mr. Peabody?
I agree with this mode of thinking re: Backstrom
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by Rather Bengt on Jan 10, 2010 12:40 AM EST up reply actions
I’m in further agreement, fortunately we’ve never had to be without Backstrom for too long.
An argument could be made for Green too. Didn’t we have a pretty rough record without him last season? In fact, take him off the blue line, even Poti and Pothier on their best days can’t make up for him. We’d be in trouble.
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 10, 2010 12:42 AM EST up reply actions
I think the fact he was suspended for “dirty” play takes him out of the running.
by snowburnt on Jan 10, 2010 8:25 AM EST via mobile up reply actions
The Tomas Fleischmann-as-center experiment is a great success
Stat lines for the Laich-Flash-Semin that’s been together for the past three games or so:
In the 5 games from 12/23-1/2:
Semin 0-3-3 +1 20 SOG
Flash 0-2-2 -2 8 SOG
Laich 1-2-3 -3 8 SOG
In the past 3 games:
Semin 4-1-5 +2 16 SOG
Flash 1-3-4 +3 7 SOG
Laich 0-2-2 +3 5 SOG
Flash is also 24-43 (56%) on FOs. Best night was against Ottawa, going 12-15 (80%).
Via Tarik’s twitter
John Erskine is hurt. Did not finish the game.
Do we see Sloan or Alzner against Tampa? Personally I’d love to see Alzner paired with Pothier. Ideal D-pairings IMO:
52-26
3-55
2-27
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 10, 2010 12:18 AM EST reply actions
I’d be fine with that too! My guess, however, is that with the Bears in Manitoba right now, Sloan gets the games in Florida on Tuesday and Wednesday. If Erskine is out for a while I bet it’s Alzner back up, or maybe a peak at Carlson.
by BradleyFightingVehicle on Jan 10, 2010 12:26 AM EST up reply actions
As high as I am on Carlson, I’d rather not start his contract clock ticking unless absolutely necessary. I’d like to see Alzner paired up with Pothier.
You're the future of this team's defense Karl. . . Now get your ass to Manitoba!
I’d like to see Alzner – Green for a few games. By the end of that, Alzner might be the player we’ve all been hoping he’ll become. Trial by fire…
Atta dinnin stick a who!
by Gould Old Days on Jan 10, 2010 5:04 PM EST up reply actions
Maybe. Still, I like what playing with Green has done for ShaMo’s game lately. He looks like a bona-fide NHL defenseman again.
You're the future of this team's defense Karl. . . Now get your ass to Manitoba!
The problem is ShaMo doesn’t do that with anybody else.
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"Drinking heavily the night before."
by Bald Pollack on Jan 10, 2010 5:42 PM EST up reply actions
Has anyone noticed how much better Alan May has become on PostGame Live? At the outset of the season, he was painful to watch, but he’s really getting much better.
by mechanicsville on Jan 10, 2010 12:24 AM EST reply actions
Random thought from nhl.com
- and #2 in +/- League-wide belong to Washington, and Washington has three in the top ten and four in the top 15.
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And that’s a lot of our forwards who are high in the Plus/Minus. Ovi (of course), Backstrom, B Morrison, Semin, Fehr,
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Nine players are plus-10 or better, 20 players (of 31 dressing in total) are on the plus side of the ledger
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by ThePeerless on Jan 10, 2010 12:52 AM EST up reply actions
All these stats, the score of tonight’s game, Poti’s quote that the Caps want to bury the division opponents, the Atlanta post-game interview that their coach thinks his team was broken tonight, all point to some very brutally physically games coming up against the Caps.
“You might beat us, but you will learn to dread us”
I hope we win these games, we should, I just hope we don’t get too beat up but rather come out with even tougher skin
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Wow, love the interview with Neuvi after the game tonight and it’s posted in the Caps’ website now. If you’re a Rink Rabbit, I highly recommend you check it out ;)
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by Natty Bumppo on Jan 10, 2010 2:01 AM EST up reply actions 1 recs
I like Neuvirth – he’s just cute, but the real charm of that interview’s behind him :)
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Very tasty interview, that!
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by IRockTheRed on Jan 10, 2010 11:02 AM EST up reply actions
I made a couple of huge saves in the first and then the guys got going. Every save gives me more confidence, especially those big saves. I’m getting used to the NHL, and I’m getting better.
Music to my ears.
Now let's say you and I go toe to toe on bird law and see who comes out the victor.
was neuvirth even in the conversation for the czech olympic team? at this point he’s almost as accomplished as czech goalie #2 pavelec, and czech goalie #3 (stepanek) is only two years older than neuvy and has never played in the US.
by Natty Bumppo on Jan 10, 2010 1:58 AM EST up reply actions
I never heard any talk about him, and I’m not surprised, but I think you’re right. It’s probably mute because Vokoun is going to play every game most likely.
Now let's say you and I go toe to toe on bird law and see who comes out the victor.
http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/moot?jss=1
"I'm not adopted and I'm not an Indian. It's just a coincidence that I have a love of gambling and booze and a knack for catching syphilis." -Jerri Blank
McKeon writing for Puck Daddy last night thinks we played the Lightning. Dunce.
Honorable mention: Mike Knuble and Alexander Semin scored two goals each during the Capitals’ rout of the Lightning
"The Caps fan doesn't say, 'is the glass half full' or 'is the glass half empty'. He wonders when the glass is going to spill."
McKeon is the guy who proposed eliminating the 5 SE teams last summer. He’s an idiot.
USA beat Canada because more kids in the US are playing hockey and the USA hockey system is producing better hockey players to compete with the Canadian youth hockey system, not because Ray Bourque got his fuck on in Boston.
Belated Observation from my Sofa...
Awesome win…
I think that’s enough, since it’s 2 days after the fact.
Let's go Caps!
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| GP | W | L | OTL | PT | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Florida
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55 | 27 | 17 | 11 | 65 |
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Washington
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55 | 28 | 22 | 5 | 61 |
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Winnipeg
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57 | 26 | 25 | 6 | 58 |
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Tampa Bay
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55 | 24 | 25 | 6 | 54 |
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Carolina
|
56 | 20 | 25 | 11 | 51 |
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