DeBrincat and Boqvist put into COVID protocol (they live together at Alex's house)

True, though I've found a way to refuel my hatred for them and it's the whole Stevie Y GM angle.

I hear what you're saying though and losses to these guys don't sting the way they used to...but beating them is still better than the alternative.
- HawkintheD

Tell me something D. What is it about Steve Yzerman that makes you mad? I get not liking a certain team, but Yzerman specifically always seemed to be a guy like Sakic who played hard but not dirty, played in all situations, and from what I've ever seen not an overbearing jerk. If he was someone like Pronger who was always just a tool, I would get it, but people not liking Toews, Yzerman, Bergeron, Kopitar, Sakic, etc always threw me for a loop.

And so far has had decent rebound control, that always makes the defense look better.
- Angotti

Way better. Don't shoot me, but that one point is better then CC also.

Me posting first is my attempt at boxing out


- Theo Fox

And much appreciated, even though I've done it myself...(smacks self upside da head)

I think part of the Hawks uptick in positioning has to do with getting a few games under their belt when there was no exhibition. New pairs, new roster and compressed camp means they need a little time to work out kinks. Not saying that fixed everything, but we will start to really see more of what the Hawks D are now that they have gotten their feet wet.
- breadbag

Its gotta be Mitchell!!!

I felt the same way about Soderberg. I didn't really notice him much at all, but when I did at least he was playing decent defense.
- breadbag

He's 35 years old and wasn't that great to begin with. I'm not sure why there were any expectations for him at all. I like his size of the pk though.

DeBrincat and Boqvist put into COVID protocol (they live together at Alex's house)
- pdx2ord

Yeah, breaking news. As Tyler posted on his Twitter account, this was bound to happen especially with teammates living together.

I'll have thoughts on tomorrow's blog about who should sub in for DeBrincat and Boqvist but I know y'all have your own thoughts too so have at it on the boards.

Tell me something D. What is it about Steve Yzerman that makes you mad? I get not liking a certain team, but Yzerman specifically always seemed to be a guy like Sakic who played hard but not dirty, played in all situations, and from what I've ever seen not an overbearing jerk. If he was someone like Pronger who was always just a tool, I would get it, but people not liking Toews, Yzerman, Bergeron, Kopitar, Sakic, etc always threw me for a loop.
- Chunk

Idk Chunk...maybe it was the well deserved reputation as a Hawk Killer and scoring many a goal that crushed a young D's soul.

Maybe it was him captaining the Wings to a Cup, their first in 40 some odd years that then passed the baton of futility on to our beloved Blackhawks.

Or maybe it's been the over the moon love for him here from some posters who marvel at his stellar Cap maneuvering while signing great players who hadn't won anything.

Or maybe I just have issues.

Don't fret. The Hawks are still bad but at least a bit entertaining.

Way better. Don't shoot me, but that one point is better then CC also.
- vabeachbear

Yeah, no,

It’s a poopty day to be a packers fan...

How can I ever recover? Oh the misery...
- SimpleJack

Just keep repeating to yourself Rodgers has the same number of NFC Championships as Rex Grossman.

Yeah, breaking news. As Tyler posted on his Twitter account, this was bound to happen especially with teammates living together.

I'll have thoughts on tomorrow's blog about who should sub in for DeBrincat and Boqvist but I know y'all have your own thoughts too so have at it on the boards.
- Theo Fox

Might sound crazy but would love to see Hagel up with Kane and Suter. Give the kid a shot with offensive players. Then put Highmore back in on the 4th line and leave rest.

Don’t love sitting Wallmark but think Highmore deserves to get back in there.

For Boqvist’s spot, I think Carlsson should be in but wouldn’t be mad if Beaudin got a shot alongside Keith like he did back in May when he played his first ever game.

Would love to see Mitchell get that PP1 spot in Boqvist’s absence.

Might sound crazy but would love to see Hagel up with Kane and Suter. Give the kid a shot with offensive players. Then put Highmore back in on the 4th line and leave rest.

Don’t love sitting Wallmark but think Highmore deserves to get back in there.

For Boqvist’s spot, I think Carlsson should be in but wouldn’t be mad if Beaudin got a shot alongside Keith like he did back in May when he played his first ever game.

Would love to see Mitchell get that PP1 spot in Boqvist’s absence.
- Tyler Cameron

Not crazy at all. I can see JC putting Shaw up at 1 LW, and put the 3 Swede’s together

Might sound crazy but would love to see Hagel up with Kane and Suter. Give the kid a shot with offensive players. Then put Highmore back in on the 4th line and leave rest.

Don’t love sitting Wallmark but think Highmore deserves to get back in there.

For Boqvist’s spot, I think Carlsson should be in but wouldn’t be mad if Beaudin got a shot alongside Keith like he did back in May when he played his first ever game.

Would love to see Mitchell get that PP1 spot in Boqvist’s absence.
- Tyler Cameron

The problem for Walmark is that both he and Soderberg are centers. I would venture to guess if Soderberg doesn't really stand out, he will be sat. 35 yr old on a $1M deal... We've seen that movie before. As far as filling ADB's spot, I would think they would just move Shaw up and fill in behind with Hagel/Highmore.

For Boqvist, I really hope they give Carlsson an extended look. He plays a really calm, confident game and doesn't get himself into trouble much.

Yeah, breaking news. As Tyler posted on his Twitter account, this was bound to happen especially with teammates living together.

I'll have thoughts on tomorrow's blog about who should sub in for DeBrincat and Boqvist but I know y'all have your own thoughts too so have at it on the boards.
- Theo Fox

This is going to be a tough season just to get through.

Might sound crazy but would love to see Hagel up with Kane and Suter. Give the kid a shot with offensive players. Then put Highmore back in on the 4th line and leave rest.

Don’t love sitting Wallmark but think Highmore deserves to get back in there.

For Boqvist’s spot, I think Carlsson should be in but wouldn’t be mad if Beaudin got a shot alongside Keith like he did back in May when he played his first ever game.

Would love to see Mitchell get that PP1 spot in Boqvist’s absence.
- Tyler Cameron

Hagel deserves minutes for sure

I can also see just inserting Walmark in his old spot, and put Soderberg between Suter and Kane.

Pirri goes in for Dinky. Kalynuk in for Boqvist are my guesses.

wallmark plays both C/W BTW.

Pirri goes in for Dinky. Kalynuk in for Boqvist are my guesses.

wallmark plays both C/W BTW.
- Elbows15

Oh you SOB!

Oh you SOB!
- Chunk

he can score goals. not much else but he does do that.

Might sound crazy but would love to see Hagel up with Kane and Suter. Give the kid a shot with offensive players. Then put Highmore back in on the 4th line and leave rest.

Don’t love sitting Wallmark but think Highmore deserves to get back in there.

For Boqvist’s spot, I think Carlsson should be in but wouldn’t be mad if Beaudin got a shot alongside Keith like he did back in May when he played his first ever game.

Would love to see Mitchell get that PP1 spot in Boqvist’s absence.
- Tyler Cameron

Just crazy enough to work! I wouldn't mind seeing that.

The problem for Walmark is that both he and Soderberg are centers. I would venture to guess if Soderberg doesn't really stand out, he will be sat. 35 yr old on a $1M deal... We've seen that movie before. As far as filling ADB's spot, I would think they would just move Shaw up and fill in behind with Hagel/Highmore.

For Boqvist, I really hope they give Carlsson an extended look. He plays a really calm, confident game and doesn't get himself into trouble much.
- Chunk

I know Soda did but I thought Walmark played some wing too? Wouldn't mind Carlsson or Beudin slotting in.

Might sound crazy but would love to see Hagel up with Kane and Suter. Give the kid a shot with offensive players. Then put Highmore back in on the 4th line and leave rest.

Don’t love sitting Wallmark but think Highmore deserves to get back in there.

For Boqvist’s spot, I think Carlsson should be in but wouldn’t be mad if Beaudin got a shot alongside Keith like he did back in May when he played his first ever game.

Would love to see Mitchell get that PP1 spot in Boqvist’s absence.
- Tyler Cameron

Aren't all 3 D on the taxi squad left-handed shots? The one that can play right D strongest would be my guess.

I know Soda did but I thought Walmark played some wing too? Wouldn't mind Carlsson or Beudin slotting in.
- HawkintheD

I should have said primarily centers.

Aren't all 3 D on the taxi squad left-handed shots? The one that can play right D strongest would be my guess.
- Rota's Rooter

Yep but Carlsson has played a fair bit of RD and Beaudin has as well. Not sure about Kalynuk.