I had this backwards. You were right.I think that’s just his 5 on 5 numbers.
He was .948 overall. Monster.
I had this backwards. You were right.I think that’s just his 5 on 5 numbers.
He was .948 overall. Monster.
Same question here. One day in particular really works for me, hoping Game 1 is a possibility. Always wanted to go to a game, but because proximity and oft-saving nature, never have.They won’t announce a schedule until this round ends, correct?
Backes or Anderson? I didn't see the Anderson hit because I couldn't get my eyes on this game until the 3rd. Do you remember the Scott Walker punch, though? Hideous.Only 2 mins for a hit to the head.
Which is doubly bullshit because Torts was an absolutely asshole two nights in a row during his post game PC - and nary a word from the Canadian media was written about it. Apparently being a sore loser is acceptable.The Canadian media is losing their shit over Marchand’s post game interviews. Amazing.
A big explanation for that disparity is the 4-1 PP advantage for Columbus. Nordstrom had 3:16 SH TOI, Wagner 1:52 SH TOI, and Kuraly 4:44 SH TOI. DeBrusk only had 0:46 PP TOI and Krejci 1:01 PP TOI. While I agree with everything you said, I don't think it's as much a master strategy stroke by Cassidy but rather just a product of special teams circumstances.Kuraly, Nordberg, and Wagner having more minutes than Krejci and JDB is exactly what I'm talking about. Krejci is much fresher and it's really helping his game. Moreover, those minutes from the 3rd and 4th liners are solid, usually on the forecheck and flying around. Hell, I'd advocate for more Coyle/Kuraly minutes, except for the fact that it would presumably take away from Bergy, and that isn't happening (nor should it). I didn't think Backes was that low because every time he was on the ice, he was noticeable in a positive way. Then again, maybe shielding his minutes is what allows him to be effective.
Somewhat unrelated, but on the broadcast last night, Olczyk (or maybe Millbury, I don't know), said that Marchand is one of the Bruins' best PK guys. That stuck out to me as likely false, as Brad is probably the least defensive-minded FW on the team (not a knock on him, he's a tremendous scorer and creator). While his speed and elusiveness make him probably the greatest threat for a SH goal, I thought that was just totally wrong, but I didn't watch a ton of regular season games.A big explanation for that disparity is the 4-1 PP advantage for Columbus. Nordstrom had 3:16 SH TOI, Wagner 1:52 SH TOI, and Kuraly 4:44 SH TOI. DeBrusk only had 0:46 PP TOI and Krejci 1:01 PP TOI. While I agree with everything you said, I don't think it's as much a master strategy stroke by Cassidy but rather just a product of special teams circumstances.
The 3rd and 4th lines have been extremely effective this series and a huge reason why they won last night. As long as that continues, there in great shape moving forward.
It's definitely true, especially since he's paired with Bergeron. He's a very responsible defensive forward and can create his own offense.Somewhat unrelated, but on the broadcast last night, Olczyk (or maybe Millbury, I don't know), said that Marchand is one of the Bruins' best PK guys. That stuck out to me as likely false, as Brad is probably the least defensive-minded FW on the team (not a knock on him, he's a tremendous scorer and creator). While his speed and elusiveness make him probably the greatest threat for a SH goal, I thought that was just totally wrong, but I didn't watch a ton of regular season games.
Yeah, not even close to the least defensive minded FW on the team. That title goes to Pasta if it goes to anyone.Somewhat unrelated, but on the broadcast last night, Olczyk (or maybe Millbury, I don't know), said that Marchand is one of the Bruins' best PK guys. That stuck out to me as likely false, as Brad is probably the least defensive-minded FW on the team (not a knock on him, he's a tremendous scorer and creator). While his speed and elusiveness make him probably the greatest threat for a SH goal, I thought that was just totally wrong, but I didn't watch a ton of regular season games.
Absolutely willing to concede this point, but Brad had some plays in this series where he didn't backcheck well and CBJ had odd man breaks going the other way. It happened a lot so it's not all on Brad. I also may have been focusing on him too much - just a handful of plays that stuck out in my mind.Yeah, not even close to the least defensive minded FW on the team. That title goes to Pasta if it goes to anyone.
If you are basing it largely on the series, there is a case to be made (though I would still point at Pasta). But the series was not representative of his overall body of work.Absolutely willing to concede this point, but Brad had some plays in this series where he didn't backcheck well and CBJ had odd man breaks going the other way. It happened a lot so it's not all on Brad. I also may have been focusing on him too much - just a handful of plays that stuck out in my mind.
Great point - I was specifically referring to his backchecking.I'd go so far as to suggest Marchand is one of the better defensive forwards in the league. He's not a shut down guy, but he's so damn smart reading plays he can get a jump on guys into the right spots. Watch him forecheck (which is 100% a defensive play) and read the puck carrier...he goes to spots before the puck carrier even makes his fake before turning back. He knows when to pressure and when to contain. In addition his stick is always in a passing lane and I'm not sure how much of what you saw was fatigue, but I think he's always one of the best backcheckers because of his speed and hustle. All of these skills translate to the DZ as well.
This seems like a good place to say I'm done until ECF G1If you are basing it largely on the series, there is a case to be made (though I would still point at Pasta). But the series was not representative of his overall body of work.
I'd go so far as to suggest Marchand is one of the better defensive forwards in the league. He's not a shut down guy, but he's so damn smart reading plays he can get a jump on guys into the right spots. Watch him forecheck (which is 100% a defensive play) and read the puck carrier...he goes to spots before the puck carrier even makes his fake before turning back. He knows when to pressure and when to contain. In addition his stick is always in a passing lane and I'm not sure how much of what you saw was fatigue, but I think he's always one of the best backcheckers because of his speed and hustle. All of these skills translate to the DZ as well.
I think these two post are the essence of it, for sure.I think that part of the intentional strategy with Marchand on the PK is that he is supposed to be as aggressive as possible in trying to prevent the other team from even establishing their offensive rush to get into the neutral zone. I think Bergeron's ability to anticipate passes while covering the center of the ice enables this. I think the payoff there is every second more it takes them to get across the line and set up is a second they aren't pressing the offensive zone.