Capitals are arguably the most physical squad in the Metro, so I can kinda see where Trotz is going with this.
- Wildschwein

As can I but I'd still prefer bellows over the boss

Capitals are arguably the most physical squad in the Metro, so I can kinda see where Trotz is going with this.
- Wildschwein

Yep, I see the logic, too. On the other hand, trying to go blow for blow with them might, as Trotz said, "wake the dragon," so I also see the logic in steering clear of "sending messages" physically and just making it a boring game for Washington.

As can I but I'd still prefer bellows over the boss
- Upstate_isles

Yep agreed. Still have to score a goal to win. Johnston will now score you’re welcome.

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- eichiefs9

Well it won’t help us get home ice but Columbus stumbling a bit will help our cause.

Yep, I see the logic, too. On the other hand, trying to go blow for blow with them might, as Trotz said, "wake the dragon," so I also see the logic in steering clear of "sending messages" physically and just making it a boring game for Washington.
- UIF

Yeah, it's a tough call. The priority is obviously to win the game, but you also don't want to risk serious injuries by having Wilson and Gudas taking liberties. I don't think Viznovsky ever played another NHL game after that hit in the playoffs by Wilson. If Johnston isn't going to play against Wilson and Gudas, what's the point of having him on the roster? Unfortunately, the refs have proven this season that they're not going to protect Islander players by calling penalties.

Well it won’t help us get home ice but Columbus stumbling a bit will help our cause.
- Cptmjl

Every point they drop helps. They're up 1pt on us but we have 3 games in hand. I'll take a Guentzel-less Penguins 10 times out of 10 over having to play the Bruins. Making the playoffs is great, but I don't want to sit in one of those wildcard spots if we can avoid it.

Yeah, it's a tough call. The priority is obviously to win the game, but you also don't want to risk serious injuries by having Wilson and Gudas taking liberties. I don't think Viznovsky ever played another NHL game after that hit in the playoffs by Wilson. If Johnston isn't going to play against Wilson and Gudas, what's the point of having him on the roster? Unfortunately, the refs have proven this season that they're not going to protect Islander players by calling penalties.
- JohnScammo

This is a moot point, if gudas or Wilson hurt a guy then they are going to fight after that and it's already done. If I'm wilson and I kill a guy and get punched a few times what do I care?

Capitals are arguably the most physical squad in the Metro, so I can kinda see where Trotz is going with this.
- Wildschwein

Bellows is not the guy I would sit though...

Every point helps. They're up 1pt on us but we have 3 games in hand. I'll take a Guentzel-less Penguins 10 times out of 10 over having to play the Bruins. Making the playoffs is great, but I don't want to sit in one of those wildcard spots if we can avoid it.
- eichiefs9

But would you do it 1000 times out of 1000?

Bellows is not the guy I would sit though...
- niteislander

See del colle, Michael

But would you do it 1000 times out of 1000?
- Upstate_isles

If you extrapolate my numbers, then yes. 1,000,000 times out of 1,000,000 as well

See del colle, Michael
- Upstate_isles

I think Dal Colle has been playing pretty well lately. He had points in three straight going into the Tampa game, he works his bag off out there, and he's pretty solid defensively. He's not particularly talented and is clearly never going to be a big producer of offense, but I think he brings something to the table.

If you extrapolate my numbers, then yes. 1,000,000 times out of 1,000,000 as well
- eichiefs9

I think Dal Colle has been playing pretty well lately. He had points in three straight going into the Tampa game, he works his bag off out there, and he's pretty solid defensively. He's not particularly talented and is clearly never going to be a big producer of offense, but I think he brings something to the table.
- eichiefs9

Yea he isnt bad defensively maybenits starting to click for him but I'd still prefer bellows to Johnston

Yea he isnt bad defensively maybenits starting to click for him but I'd still prefer bellows to Johnston
- Upstate_isles

I'd prefer just about anyone to Johnston

I'd prefer just about anyone to Johnston


- eichiefs9

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#Isles announce Bode Wilde is going back to Saginaw of the OHL.

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Yeah, it's a tough call. The priority is obviously to win the game, but you also don't want to risk serious injuries by having Wilson and Gudas taking liberties. I don't think Viznovsky ever played another NHL game after that hit in the playoffs by Wilson. If Johnston isn't going to play against Wilson and Gudas, what's the point of having him on the roster? Unfortunately, the refs have proven this season that they're not going to protect Islander players by calling penalties.
- JohnScammo

Do you honestly think having Johnston in the line up is going to prevent those two from doing anything? Martin isn’t adequate enough even if you do believe that? If those two want to nail someone they’re going to do it no matter who is in the lineup. They’re not scared of having some 5 second, half assed wrestling match with Johnston that’ll be broken up by the refs in seconds for retribution. I mean really think about that.

This is a moot point, if gudas or Wilson hurt a guy then they are going to fight after that and it's already done. If I'm wilson and I kill a guy and get punched a few times what do I care?
- Upstate_isles

Exactly. Beat me to it. Johnston isn’t preventing either player from doing anything if he wants too he’ll do it. Period.

Do you honestly think having Johnston in the line up is going to prevent those two from doing anything? Martin isn’t adequate enough even if you do believe that? If those two want to nail someone they’re going to do it no matter who is in the lineup. They’re not scared of having some 5 second, half assed wrestling match with Johnston that’ll be broken up by the refs in seconds for retribution. I mean really think about that.
- Cptmjl

I believe I made this same point but at least we agree

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#Isles announce Bode Wilde is going back to Saginaw of the OHL.

Alternative tweet: Isles announce that Bode Wilde's trade value is low
- eichiefs9

Well that sucks. Had high hopes for the kid.

I believe I made this same point but at least we agree
- Upstate_isles

Yeah see above post for recognition😂

Well that sucks. Had high hopes for the kid.
- Cptmjl

It's not a big deal, really. He's kind of a tweener that's too good for junior but is still young and might not be mature enough for pro hockey yet. Doesn't exactly bode (pun intended) well for his value as a trade asset, but I don't think it's indicative of any major issues in his development.

edit: Wonder if that doesn't mean Hickey is coming back from injury? Maybe it's just a numbers thing

Yeah see above post for recognition😂
- Cptmjl

I recognize that you recognized me

The Boss!!!! Back where he belongs. I personally would have sat Komarov and left Bellows in but as long as the Boss is back in