Colorado Avalanche prospect Nikolai Kovalenko has touched down in Denver and will be joining his new Avalanche teammates very soon. But the question now is what to do with him?
The Avs look to complete their four game road trip by winning all four games. They can accomplish that with a win Tuesday night in St. Louis. What can we expect between the two teams where the game has great meaning for both clubs.
And it is rumored that the NHL will release a reality style of show on Amazon next season that will follow the lives of up to 12 different players. Who do we and our Subtext people think would be great to cast?
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Welcome to the best hockey community in the United States Kovi!
Whatever you do NHL, DONT involve Mackinnon or McDavid in the reality show. Neither of them want it and its like pulling teeth just to get a good interview with them lol
I think it’s clear that kovalenko plays potentially a big role with LOC out the remainder of the season. Like stepping in hopefully to a third line role. That or 4th obviously.. I think Zach earns the third line and wood gets bumped to the 4th. But both are interchangeable for the most part. And Kov slots in wherever. But he almost surely plays consistent 5-8 min a night and as well in playoffs. He’s most likely the best man for the job hence him coming in now.
NHL reality show? Hmm, it won’t come close to matching f1. Just a dif production potencial with f1 and racing but it for sure will be good for the sport. Assuming a good studio produces it. Netflix would be #1. And it should be the most spunky players.. so the rat, Crosby/mack in the summer ep. But the show would need to be this time of year or last few weeks of reg season. Then through playoffs and finals. It’s all about sticking with the teams that make it to the next rounds and to the finals. But season one would be a handful of broad eps then to focused on playoff teams though to winning the cup. It’s very clear on the structure.
Welcome aboard Nikolai Kovalenko with Logan O Connor out for the year your much needed
It’s a trap game. 😅
so a 3 team central div playoff race is garbage time hockey? you must have been so board that last game against the oilers…
I think it's worth remembering how Bednar brought Makar into the league. He limited Makar's exposure to dangerous situations. They were playing at home, so Bednar had last change, and chose the most favorable matchups. Makar came on for offensive zone faceoffs against good matchups. Every decision Bednar made for those first couple of games with respect to Cale were about positioning him for success and playing to his strengths.
I suspect Kovalenko will not play until they're at home. He won't be on the PK. He won't be on the ice for faceoffs in the defensive zone.
The strength of his game is covering a LOT of ice with a high motor/relentless forecheck. I'd expect him to be smashing in the corners after a face-off loss, keeping Columbus, Pen, and Habs defensemen on their heels trying to exit the zone. He should be able to create turnovers and scoring chances.
People would probably enjoy the Landy recovery story
Put him in coach this dude is playoff hockey written on his forehead. So pumped it has finally happened feels like Christmas this year
As for NHL Reality Show, not to knock your knock on Nate, but I think they would want to target superstars or well-known names, not 3rd lines. Nate"s work ethic and dedication to be the best are probably what views would watch, especially young hockey players. Talent just doesn't do it alone. For me, I would be interested to see top-notch players, fighters, and players on hard roads to nhl.
wood – colton – kovalenko is only right answer
So excited just to see this dude in a blue and burgundy jersey. Let’s hope he levels up quickly
Loveland for few games.