Well, I didn't want to see either Phily or Boston in the first round...so I'm liking our chances of advancing to the second round more now. Since the chance of 1st pick overall is gone, I really do hope we gain more experience than last year

Thought it was the perfect fit then and I think he will be worth every penny and pick.
- nyisles7

Concerning line changes...Even if Johnny Rockets is healthy i would still give the nod to Andy Greene. I might even add Ross 'the boss' to the third line.
- Nfdbulldawg

With Tom Wilson out here, Ross needs to play for the protection of our skill guys. He can take Martin's spot on the 4th line. Martin doesn't seem as eager to drop the mitts as he was when younger. One beating by Ross and the Caps will behave.

Well, I didn't want to see either Phily or Boston in the first round...so I'm liking our chances of advancing to the second round more now. Since the chance of 1st pick overall is gone, I really do hope we gain more experience than last year
- cdn_Isles_fan

Can’t get any worse 😆😆. Swept last year, so we got that going for us 👍🏼👍🏼

With Tom Wilson out here, Ross needs to play for the protection of our skill guys. He can take Martin's spot on the 4th line. Martin doesn't seem as eager to drop the mitts as he was when younger. One beating by Ross and the Caps will behave.
- NYIFan4Life

I agree w this. The fourth line has lost a few steps. Ross over Martin can only help imo. Plus there’s no doubt he’ll keep Wilson and co a little more honest.

With Tom Wilson out here, Ross needs to play for the protection of our skill guys. He can take Martin's spot on the 4th line. Martin doesn't seem as eager to drop the mitts as he was when younger. One beating by Ross and the Caps will behave.
- NYIFan4Life

That 4th line will not be changed. Will Ross be in on the 3rd line, meh, maybe but why mess with something that worked. Worry about playing hockey and stay out of the box is what they should be focusing on. Play disciplined and let the Caps go to the box. If we are going to the box it’s not a winning formula against the Caps or anyone else.

I agree w this. The fourth line has lost a few steps. Ross over Martin can only help imo. Plus there’s no doubt he’ll keep Wilson and co a little more honest.
- streaks

If the choice is between Komarov and Johnston, I have no problem playing Johnston on the 3rd line. Kuhnackl had at least one good game vs. the Panthers, so if he's healthy, the decision gets tougher. Martin did not have a bad series, and I would not break up the 4th line, even if they've lost a step. They're still pretty good. If Wilson is running at guys, I have no problem playing Ross AND Martin.

If the choice is between Komarov and Johnston, I have no problem playing Johnston on the 3rd line. Kuhnackl had at least one good game vs. the Panthers, so if he's healthy, the decision gets tougher. Martin did not have a bad series, and I would not break up the 4th line, even if they've lost a step. They're still pretty good. If Wilson is running at guys, I have no problem playing Ross AND Martin.
- JohnScammo

Maybe we could try Ross centering Barzal and JGP?

That 4th line will not be changed. Will Ross be in on the 3rd line, meh, maybe but why mess with something that worked. Worry about playing hockey and stay out of the box is what they should be focusing on. Play disciplined and let the Caps go to the box. If we are going to the box it’s not a winning formula against the Caps or anyone else.
- nyisles7

Gotta stay out of the box. It was nice to see them score last series but florida doesn't play d

With Tom Wilson out here, Ross needs to play for the protection of our skill guys. He can take Martin's spot on the 4th line. Martin doesn't seem as eager to drop the mitts as he was when younger. One beating by Ross and the Caps will behave.
- NYIFan4Life

I think Barry put Ross in for some of the cap games. MM can't control Willy if he decides to rampage, but Ross can. He doesn't have to be on the 4th though.

Ross even played a few games on the Barzal line.

If the choice is between Komarov and Johnston, I have no problem playing Johnston on the 3rd line. Kuhnackl had at least one good game vs. the Panthers, so if he's healthy, the decision gets tougher. Martin did not have a bad series, and I would not break up the 4th line, even if they've lost a step. They're still pretty good. If Wilson is running at guys, I have no problem playing Ross AND Martin.
- JohnScammo

I'm pretty sure Willy will be running guys. It's what he does. The trick is to keep him from going nuts.

I'm pretty sure Willy will be running guys. It's what he does. The trick is to keep him from going nuts.
- Puckin_Island

Whip will always finish his checks without a doubt but he’s on the first line and is out there to score which in the last couple of years he’s been doing well.
Let him lose his shat and take stupid penalties.
Let’s worry about playing Islander hockey vs worrying about one player namely Tom Wilson on the Caps.

Whip will always finish his checks without a doubt but he’s on the first line and is out there to score which in the last couple of years he’s been doing well.
Let him lose his shat and take stupid penalties.
Let’s worry about playing Islander hockey vs worrying about one player namely Tom Wilson on the Caps.
- nyisles7

They have gudas whos a bigger piece of poop

Maybe we could try Ross centering Barzal and JGP?
- nyisles7

That would just be unfair to the rest of the League.

Whip will always finish his checks without a doubt but he’s on the first line and is out there to score which in the last couple of years he’s been doing well.
Let him lose his shat and take stupid penalties.
Let’s worry about playing Islander hockey vs worrying about one player namely Tom Wilson on the Caps.
- nyisles7

Yes, that should be the main focus, but it only works to an extent. Several years ago in the playoffs, Wilson ended the NHL career of that Islander d-man, Visnovski. Matt Martin never responded. Which Islander do you want to sacrifice to Wilson this year? Or do you want to play Johnston to try to keep Wilson in line? It's not as if Komarov and Kuhnackl have far superior hockey skills to Johnston.

Whip will always finish his checks without a doubt but he’s on the first line and is out there to score which in the last couple of years he’s been doing well.
Let him lose his shat and take stupid penalties.
Let’s worry about playing Islander hockey vs worrying about one player namely Tom Wilson on the Caps.
- nyisles7

You feel fine letting TW bully Barzal, Eberle, Pags, etc, etc with clean hard checks? How would that work? You could ask Toronto.

If Wash is losing, that guy will smash the hell out of our skill guys if there isn't anyone for him to worry about. The concept of an enforcer isn't a new one. I would be happy to see Ross/MM take TM to the box for 5. That's a trade Barry makes anytime.

Yes, that should be the main focus, but it only works to an extent. Several years ago in the playoffs, Wilson ended the NHL career of that Islander d-man, Visnovski. Matt Martin never responded. Which Islander do you want to sacrifice to Wilson this year? Or do you want to play Johnston to try to keep Wilson in line? It's not as if Komarov and Kuhnackl have far superior hockey skills to Johnston.
- JohnScammo

You guys are watching the movie Roller Ball to much.
Let’s play hockey, concentrate on playing hockey, and keep the goon play bs out of it because honestly it’s just not there to the extent Barry is going to change a line up because the Caps have Tom Wilson. Let’s keep the dramatics out of the game.
Leave that to the Puckin Idiots.

You feel fine letting TW bully Barzal, Eberle, Pags, etc, etc with clean hard checks? How would that work? You could ask Toronto.

If Wash is losing, that guy will smash the hell out of our skill guys if there isn't anyone for him to worry about. The concept of an enforcer isn't a new one. I would be happy to see Ross/MM take TM to the box for 5. That's a trade Barry makes anytime.
- Puckin_Island

Then Washington will lose because they aren’t scoring if their short handed.
Barzal has been targeted to be hit and slowed down his whole career. Jr’s is totally worse than the NHL and he survived. He will be fine. So will the others you mentioned. This isn’t their first rodeo.
The enforcer game is passé. There’s no room on NHL rosters if you want to ice a 4 line winning team. Just makes no sense at all, but then again you want Barzal at wing to help the team score so ...nuff said.

Then Washington will lose because they aren’t scoring if their short handed.
Barzal has been targeted to be hit and slowed down his whole career. Jr’s is totally worse than the NHL and he survived. He will be fine. So will the others you mentioned. This isn’t their first rodeo.
The enforcer game is passé. There’s no room on NHL rosters if you want to ice a 4 line winning team. Just makes no sense at all, but then again you want Barzal at wing to help the team score so ...nuff said.
- nyisles7

lol It isn't necessary to always show what a Richard you can be.

This issue seems to be too complex for you to grasp. Perhaps the claymation hockey league would be more your cup of tea.[/img]

You guys are watching the movie Roller Ball to much.
Let’s play hockey, concentrate on playing hockey, and keep the goon play bs out of it because honestly it’s just not there to the extent Barry is going to change a line up because the Caps have Tom Wilson. Let’s keep the dramatics out of the game.
Leave that to the Puckin Idiots.
- nyisles7

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- Puckin_Island

^^^Me and the rest of this thread when we read your posts.

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- Puckin_Island

Puckin Pingu know I know where you get your hockey strategy from. For example Barzal on the wing You bumhole

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- nyisles7

Another stroke there bud?

Puckin idiot can't even type.

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