I hope this is the recipe for succes and the Leafs go all “oilers” on the powerplay tonight!
Raps34
It’s just crazy to keep Reaves in (even if he’s played well) when he’s going to be bench in 3rd period anyway.
GooseRider960
Look, I do understand Robertson’s been scratched far more then anyone else, and he doesn’t deserve it based on his play. But even if the 4th line has looked great, I’m not sure Robertson fits the playstyle there. I feel likr Jarnkrok would be better there and keep Robertson on 3rd (though that may get caved in defensively).
foxcatcher3369
5-0 blowout in favor of the leafs to make things even more fun.
1UP4UScoobydoo
Don’t touch the fourth line Keefe! What’s he thinking.
BLMIII
Bring Brodie in for the PK but sit one of their PK forwards?
AdrianVeidt9
4th line has been great. Stupid move. Can’t wait to have a real coach next season.
mikesully374826
“Don’t take Robertson out”
*Monkeys paw curls*
BayStreetGuy
I dont like it. Our 4th line (Reevo – Kampf – Dewar) outplayed their 4th line so far.
pmi645
Sitting as in he’s out for the game?
Acrobatic_Law5598
I’m feeling very confident in a leafs win tonight. I hate to get ahead of myself, but we’re too good to go down like this.
BathroomSerious1318
Doer sits? Nicky better score tonight
13jsw
If this is what we’re doing I’d much rather see
Bertuzzi – Matthews – Domi
Knies – Tavares – Robertson
Jarnkrok – Holmberg – Nylander
Reaves – Kampf – Marner
EddyMcDee
This seems like a bad decision? The 4th line has been better than expected and winning it’s time.
SharksLeafsFan
Leafs got to get an early lead so that we can give Reavo some ice time.
mcmike8
I’d guess Keefe thinks Robertson can turn more of the 4th line chances in to goals.
It is odd that he’s played Robertson 7 minutes a night, though, and still keeps him in.
WintersbaneGDX
I’m going to try and focus on the positive. Maybe Kampf’s defensive skill can cover for Robertson’s mediocre play in that regard. And Maybe Reavo can create some space out there.
Maybe Robertson is exactly the burst-offense that line needs to become a true threat.
Maybe.
Judge_Rhinohold
I don’t think Robertson’s strengths mesh with that 4th line.
zainery
For sure wouldnt go with that 4th line in away games
Jonesdeclectice
Curious decision to sit Dewar who IMO has been instrumental in making L4 as effective as they have been. Also curious that Keefe decided to change Kampf-Dewar as the primary penalty killers (when it was doing really well) and put Marner back there (where it has since struggled) – I think Dewar got stuck on 3rd PK rotation.
GoldenxGriffin
Dog shit decision and idk why everyone is saying should of been robertson, holmberg has literally done nothing
f33lth3d3w
Leaving Sammy in the then also messing up the only line that has been constantly showing up for this series so far is laughably pathetic.
I hate to break it to you all but they ain’t winning tonight.
whatlineisitanyway
Just don’t draw any penalties tonight.
arrbez
Oooh idunno about that decision, unless they plan to mix up the feeble powerplay with Robertson
billcosbyinnocence
Dewar sitting considering how good he’s been this series is an interesting choice….
deanowhitby
I guess it makes sense. If Nylander has a set back, Robertson can move up. Maybe they can use him on PP2 also. But Dewar was pivotal on the PK
dirtybird131
Ah yes, Nick Robertson, noted physical force, playing on the 4th line
Can’t see this going horribly wrong
ElephantShell34
Obviously Nylander has to enter the lineup but deciding who to take out is honestly tough. The two options that seem to be talked about are Dewar and Robertson.
The PK absolutely stinks, and the team is also struggling to score particularly on the powerplay.
Dewar helps the PK (in theory, I find it interesting that we have a bunch of supposedly good PKers but the PK still stinks but that’s a different discussion), and Robertson would help their chances to score and can contribute on the 2nd PP unit. So both of these guys address weaknesses in some way.
They are clearly prioritizing scoring over goal prevention.
Goatmilk2208
Why sit Dewar?! FFS.
OutcomeAdvanced123
Sad for DeWar he deserved to play
Monst3r_Live
what a mistake. dewar plays good hard minutes. the kind of player the leafs need. they don’t need a soft winger who can’t score or hit or play defence.
OutcomeAdvanced123
Only 2 conclusiones to be made 1. Keefe is an idiot by taking apart one of the two great lines. Robertson is great, but lacks what makes a 4th liner great. 2. He still believes that we must outscore all our problems
eclayds
Scenes when Nylander scores 2 tonight
NEWaytheWIND
Reaves has played way above his early season game. I don’t know if he’s the better option over Dewar, but it’s hard to pull a veteran who’s stepped up and given it 110.
ldnk
I don’t think Dewar deserved to sit but honestly I don’t think Robertson did either. I think the fact the Leafs scored 2 goals yet against in Game 3 suggests you need a guy with Robertson’s shot more than Dewar
TheOneWithThePorn12
I don’t like seeing Dewar come out but whatever.
Who replaces him on the PK? I assume Willy isn’t getting those assignments tonight.
Jonesdeclectice
After thinking about this for a few hours now, here’s my only real takeaway:
This gives us four lines that can potentially score goals. If Robertson can play good minutes on L4 where that line can put pressure on Bruins’ D in the offensive zone and create some scoring chances (maybe a goal?!), that really helps to open things up for the other lines. L3 should be a lot more effective with Willy slotted in, but we’re still really hoping and praying that Mitch can pull his head out of his ass and start to drive his line (we’re really missing McMann for that…).
Basically, Robertson’s sitting in Knies’ spot IMO
picklesaredry
Fuck I was gonna get up now I’m bricked
SpecialistSlip2064
Really like how Dewar has been playing
Lulzagna
“So our PK is atrocious, but the fourth line has been clicking.”
Keefe: “Let’s sit our fourth liner that’s a good penalty killer.”
Galaxy brain coaching from Keefe yet again.
muffinpro52
I don’t exactly hate Robertson staying in but not on the fourth line. His play style doesn’t fit the identity of that fourth line at all. I’d rather they move Jarnkrok or Knies down to fourth
dreamsdrop
Surprised that it is robertson to say in and Dewar out considering how good the 4th line has been.
I almost wrote and the need for Dewar on the PK but the PK has been shit so w/e
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I hope this is the recipe for succes and the Leafs go all “oilers” on the powerplay tonight!
It’s just crazy to keep Reaves in (even if he’s played well) when he’s going to be bench in 3rd period anyway.
Look, I do understand Robertson’s been scratched far more then anyone else, and he doesn’t deserve it based on his play. But even if the 4th line has looked great, I’m not sure Robertson fits the playstyle there. I feel likr Jarnkrok would be better there and keep Robertson on 3rd (though that may get caved in defensively).
5-0 blowout in favor of the leafs to make things even more fun.
Don’t touch the fourth line Keefe! What’s he thinking.
Bring Brodie in for the PK but sit one of their PK forwards?
4th line has been great. Stupid move. Can’t wait to have a real coach next season.
“Don’t take Robertson out”
*Monkeys paw curls*
I dont like it. Our 4th line (Reevo – Kampf – Dewar) outplayed their 4th line so far.
Sitting as in he’s out for the game?
I’m feeling very confident in a leafs win tonight. I hate to get ahead of myself, but we’re too good to go down like this.
Doer sits? Nicky better score tonight
If this is what we’re doing I’d much rather see
Bertuzzi – Matthews – Domi
Knies – Tavares – Robertson
Jarnkrok – Holmberg – Nylander
Reaves – Kampf – Marner
This seems like a bad decision? The 4th line has been better than expected and winning it’s time.
Leafs got to get an early lead so that we can give Reavo some ice time.
I’d guess Keefe thinks Robertson can turn more of the 4th line chances in to goals.
It is odd that he’s played Robertson 7 minutes a night, though, and still keeps him in.
I’m going to try and focus on the positive. Maybe Kampf’s defensive skill can cover for Robertson’s mediocre play in that regard. And Maybe Reavo can create some space out there.
Maybe Robertson is exactly the burst-offense that line needs to become a true threat.
Maybe.
I don’t think Robertson’s strengths mesh with that 4th line.
For sure wouldnt go with that 4th line in away games
Curious decision to sit Dewar who IMO has been instrumental in making L4 as effective as they have been. Also curious that Keefe decided to change Kampf-Dewar as the primary penalty killers (when it was doing really well) and put Marner back there (where it has since struggled) – I think Dewar got stuck on 3rd PK rotation.
Dog shit decision and idk why everyone is saying should of been robertson, holmberg has literally done nothing
Leaving Sammy in the then also messing up the only line that has been constantly showing up for this series so far is laughably pathetic.
I hate to break it to you all but they ain’t winning tonight.
Just don’t draw any penalties tonight.
Oooh idunno about that decision, unless they plan to mix up the feeble powerplay with Robertson
Dewar sitting considering how good he’s been this series is an interesting choice….
I guess it makes sense. If Nylander has a set back, Robertson can move up. Maybe they can use him on PP2 also. But Dewar was pivotal on the PK
Ah yes, Nick Robertson, noted physical force, playing on the 4th line
Can’t see this going horribly wrong
Obviously Nylander has to enter the lineup but deciding who to take out is honestly tough. The two options that seem to be talked about are Dewar and Robertson.
The PK absolutely stinks, and the team is also struggling to score particularly on the powerplay.
Dewar helps the PK (in theory, I find it interesting that we have a bunch of supposedly good PKers but the PK still stinks but that’s a different discussion), and Robertson would help their chances to score and can contribute on the 2nd PP unit. So both of these guys address weaknesses in some way.
They are clearly prioritizing scoring over goal prevention.
Why sit Dewar?! FFS.
Sad for DeWar he deserved to play
what a mistake. dewar plays good hard minutes. the kind of player the leafs need. they don’t need a soft winger who can’t score or hit or play defence.
Only 2 conclusiones to be made
1. Keefe is an idiot by taking apart one of the two great lines. Robertson is great, but lacks what makes a 4th liner great.
2. He still believes that we must outscore all our problems
Scenes when Nylander scores 2 tonight
Reaves has played way above his early season game. I don’t know if he’s the better option over Dewar, but it’s hard to pull a veteran who’s stepped up and given it 110.
I don’t think Dewar deserved to sit but honestly I don’t think Robertson did either. I think the fact the Leafs scored 2 goals yet against in Game 3 suggests you need a guy with Robertson’s shot more than Dewar
I don’t like seeing Dewar come out but whatever.
Who replaces him on the PK? I assume Willy isn’t getting those assignments tonight.
After thinking about this for a few hours now, here’s my only real takeaway:
This gives us four lines that can potentially score goals. If Robertson can play good minutes on L4 where that line can put pressure on Bruins’ D in the offensive zone and create some scoring chances (maybe a goal?!), that really helps to open things up for the other lines. L3 should be a lot more effective with Willy slotted in, but we’re still really hoping and praying that Mitch can pull his head out of his ass and start to drive his line (we’re really missing McMann for that…).
Basically, Robertson’s sitting in Knies’ spot IMO
Fuck I was gonna get up now I’m bricked
Really like how Dewar has been playing
“So our PK is atrocious, but the fourth line has been clicking.”
Keefe: “Let’s sit our fourth liner that’s a good penalty killer.”
Galaxy brain coaching from Keefe yet again.
I don’t exactly hate Robertson staying in but not on the fourth line. His play style doesn’t fit the identity of that fourth line at all. I’d rather they move Jarnkrok or Knies down to fourth
Surprised that it is robertson to say in and Dewar out considering how good the 4th line has been.
I almost wrote and the need for Dewar on the PK but the PK has been shit so w/e