I went to the Canada / Finland game last night...definitely the better team (on the day) won the game. It’s just a pre-tournament tune-up, so wouldn’t read too much into it. Some observations:

Comtois & Tippett dominated physically, particularly in the o-zone

Kaapo Kakko looked good, used his size & speed well, had a couple of assists

Lefreniere looked comfortable, played with speed and edginess, but didn’t really seem to impact or control the play when he was out

DiPietro did OK, but didn’t control rebounds and didnt get much help from his defence

Evan Bouchard had difficulty with the pace. He’s still young, but he’s going to struggle with the NHL if he doesn’t improve his quickness

Dobson was just OK.

I was disappointed that Utunen took the pre-game skate, but I don’t think he played a single minute.

Virtanen (Finland) played a strong game, as did Henri Jokiharju.

Probably missed a few, I’m looking forward to watching more!




- SlightlyOffside

So what you are saying is "in JB we trust"

72.8% because you can't see what is in the system already. Eating all those "camel dogs" made you blind.
- manvanfan

this is post is too analytical

They better hurry before incest becomes a problem.

- boonerbuck

Only a problem after 3 generations, right?

Asking for a friend.

this is post is too analytical
- Codes1087

Because of the "camel dogs" ?


Stop arguing with 43% of the posters Codes

So what you are saying is "in JB we trust"

- manvanfan

QH >> EB or ND

According to the Associated Press, the NHL paid more than $35MM in transfer fees last season to sign players from around the world, as part of a continuing agreement with leagues in Sweden, Finland and other countries. The idea behind the transfer agreements is to funnel money back into the development programs all around the world, which in turn provides more diverse talent for the NHL. It has worked as planned in recent years as top talents like Rasmus Dahlin, Jesperi Kotkaniemi, Miro Heiskanen and Patrik Laine have all been selected in the top three picks of the entry draft. The KHL and the Swiss NLA do not have transfer agreements with the NHL at this time, which also complicates the process of their talent coming over in the first place.

QH >> EB for ND

- SlightlyOffside

Elect Booner for North Dakota?

Elect Booner for North Dakota?
- manvanfan

Sure, they need another right-winger ;-)

What I meant was...
Quinn Hughes >> Evan Bouchard or Noah Dobson, at least right now

...so JB made the right (and pretty obvious) pick

Sure, they need another right-winger ;-)

What I meant was...
Quinn Hughes >> Evan Bouchard or Noah Dobson, at least right now

...so JB made the right (and pretty obvious) pick
- SlightlyOffside

Satiar Shah

@SatiarShah

@botchford
Apparently Stecher means “hit me in the head without repercussion” in English

Satiar Shah

@SatiarShah

@botchford
Apparently Stecher means “hit me in the head without repercussion” in English
- manvanfan

the creativity, must be a writer

He has said so over and over and over and over again.
- Marwood

He said he would consider it last season. He has never given a definite no/never actually.
#narratives

So what are we arguing about today?
- LeftCoaster

Narratives vs facts. The usual.

what meat makes for better hot dogs. Camels or Goats. We were waiting for you
- Codes1087

A Hot dog Wrapped in Camel Toe. Brilliant idea!! Thanks for the inspiration.

Satiar Shah

@SatiarShah

@botchford
Apparently Stecher means “hit me in the head without repercussion” in English
- manvanfan

As in, “Tyler Motte was absolutely stechered by Chiarot in the late stages of play...”

I like it, has good flow

60%
- LeftCoaster

Shhhh... progress translates to rebuild over. Don't ruin his narrative.

Because of the "camel dogs" ?


Stop arguing with 43% of the posters Codes
- manvanfan

Narratives vs facts. The usual.

- boonerbuck

I thought you were showing me the quote where Edler was saying he would consider a trade?

LOL

Merry Christmas Neighbor
- Codes1087

Same to you and your family.

Narratives vs facts. The usual.

- boonerbuck

The best kind of arguments

Same to you and your family.
- LeftCoaster

my kid opened her first present last night. 15 months old. Christmas is now absolutely fantastic again. Re-watching every christmas movie is definitely fun again as well. Good times my friend. Best wishes to you and your family as well.

my kid opened her first present last night. 15 months old. Christmas is now absolutely fantastic again. Re-watching every christmas movie is definitely fun again as well. Good times my friend. Best wishes to you and your family as well.
- Codes1087

my kid opened her first present last night. 15 months old. Christmas is now absolutely fantastic again. Re-watching every christmas movie is definitely fun again as well. Good times my friend. Best wishes to you and your family as well.
- Codes1087

Well I just watch a crazy present opening, those girls are so spoiled. It was sure nice being able to just lean out of camera shot and take a puff. I wish I was there now, they are bbqing prawns and chicken satay for Christmas lunch.

my kid opened her first present last night. 15 months old. Christmas is now absolutely fantastic again. Re-watching every christmas movie is definitely fun again as well. Good times my friend. Best wishes to you and your family as well.
- Codes1087

I thought you were showing me the quote where Edler was saying he would consider a trade?
- Marwood

It was a TV interview. It's been discussed on here. Are you accusing me of making it up? Ask Nucker... he saw it.