A great game for Mike Mathison and most of the team played well. Primeau finally has a great game. I'm just waiting for Josh Anderson to break out and go on a tear. The team is still a work in progress but they are definitely fun to watch.
Fun game to watch. Monahan is money. I gotta believe that it's up to Monahan if he gets traded or resigns or both. I'm sure that If he wants to just stay and sign long term Hughes would make it happen. Cole is money in OT. Suzuki is kicking butt lately no matter who he plays with. Matheson had a great bounce back game. Primeau had a great game. Arby will learn the hard lessons of being the Sherriff at the NHL level. Hopefully the 4 game funk is over and we can get back to playing hard and using the speed.
What would be a better statistic is how many overtimes did it take to score those goals compared to others. What a sniper, though! Hopefully Goal Caufield can start scoring more 5-5, too.
I have a controversial opinion. What if goalies need to play in the level you want them to play at!!!!
Monty got forced into a position and through grinding he became much better than expected. Maybe every time Primeau had a bad game they should not have sent him down. I would like to see him get more looks and let him grind it out. At least then we can see what we actually have in him.
Another solid game assessment DD! Here are my controversial observations…Matheson should not run a PP (told u I'm controversial!) but IMO, altho he skates like the wind and has a decent shot, he doesn't pass well enough or have the proper QB IQ to run a PP. But I realize he is the best PP option for now. I notice MSL likes his players to have active sticks but they are leading to too many preventable tripping, holding, high sticking infractions, and yes, Arber needs to learn not to retaliate so much esp at inopportune times, but he must remain physical on the ice to keep the opposition on their toes. Anderson is a frustrating player…he has the unicorn skillset of physicality and speed with a good right shot but he does not execute the way he should and his offensive team play IQ is sorrily lacking. I realize on paper and esp in OT, Caufield is having a good start…I have concerns in his game being too one dimensional and predictable as I hope to see Cole expand his game, play a consistent 60min game, improve his play with the puck, diversify where he is without the puck and improve his defensive awareness. I wish MSL showed more confidence in Ylonen and gave him more offensive chances rather than use him solely in defensive situations or a healthy scratch. As for the positives…Suzuki is definitely the engine for this team…Slaf continues to show flashes of progression in his game…Barron has shown improvement & better consistency in his game…and I've appreciated this team's pushback whenever they are down in a game. It may not always be successful but the effort is there.
Glad to see Primeau have an excellent game! Still hate that offside rule, it's gotta go. If they miss it, they miss it imo. Slows the game, takes away momentum, etc. Caufield, the kid is a rock! GHG
Loved Primeau's game tonight, he played solidly and I think he should definitely be getting some more games moving forward. Could show himself as a proper backup if we decide to move Allen or Monty. Also Matheson was great tonight, really great bounce back after two weak games. My fantasy team appreciated Suzuki and Matheson popping off last night!
Great video as always Drew! Looking forward to the next one!
why do you keep talking about slav and trying to be positive .. just tell the truth drew, he didn't do crap on a power-play . did you see his one shot??? im tired of hearing about him. he shouldn't be up when better players r in laval.. if the habs r trying to save face by showing everyone that he belongs up, is the wrong message!!!! i dont care if he was first pic or last pic, or a free agent, the best players who can get us the W's should be playing
Who would have thought Gally would have more goals then McDavid!!! lol. I am so happy for Gally. I have been arguing with Habs fans for over a year that Gally isn't done. It's crazy how many people dont like him now, he was the heart and sole of our team for a LONG time man! Have a little respect!(not you, of courrse). I have been saying he may not live up to his contract, but he will still pot 20 goals at least, and that was met by a lot of fans saying Gally's done, they need to buy out his contract, trade him and retain 3/4's of his salary! lol, yep someone's said that, more then 1 person actually! lol. This is what we r gonna get all year, 4 or 5 bad games, and one or two great ones. Which is ok with me, i wasnt expecting to win many games this year, i dont think our offense is where it needs to be to compete with other teams in our division, maybe right now, but after Xmas the standings will look a lot different. Thanks for another good video Drew. I didnt know that Primeau hasnt won in Montreal in 2 years! That's rough, no one can say we didnt give him a fair shot! lol.
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A great game for Mike Mathison and most of the team played well. Primeau finally has a great game. I'm just waiting for Josh Anderson to break out and go on a tear. The team is still a work in progress but they are definitely fun to watch.
Fun game to watch. Monahan is money. I gotta believe that it's up to Monahan if he gets traded or resigns or both. I'm sure that If he wants to just stay and sign long term Hughes would make it happen. Cole is money in OT. Suzuki is kicking butt lately no matter who he plays with. Matheson had a great bounce back game. Primeau had a great game. Arby will learn the hard lessons of being the Sherriff at the NHL level. Hopefully the 4 game funk is over and we can get back to playing hard and using the speed.
What would be a better statistic is how many overtimes did it take to score those goals compared to others. What a sniper, though! Hopefully Goal Caufield can start scoring more 5-5, too.
King Cole is King Kong in OT!!
Primeau should feel good. Allen is on his way out.
If only we had a couple of linemates to create time and space 5 on 5 for Cole.
I agree 100% in regards to the offside rule. It's shocking how bad the linesman are at calling it live.
Thank goodness Barron improved from pre-season. Anderson needs off the PP. He's never been a PP producer.
Too bad he can't score more in regulation.
I have a controversial opinion. What if goalies need to play in the level you want them to play at!!!!
Monty got forced into a position and through grinding he became much better than expected. Maybe every time Primeau had a bad game they should not have sent him down. I would like to see him get more looks and let him grind it out. At least then we can see what we actually have in him.
Another solid game assessment DD! Here are my controversial observations…Matheson should not run a PP (told u I'm controversial!) but IMO, altho he skates like the wind and has a decent shot, he doesn't pass well enough or have the proper QB IQ to run a PP. But I realize he is the best PP option for now. I notice MSL likes his players to have active sticks but they are leading to too many preventable tripping, holding, high sticking infractions, and yes, Arber needs to learn not to retaliate so much esp at inopportune times, but he must remain physical on the ice to keep the opposition on their toes. Anderson is a frustrating player…he has the unicorn skillset of physicality and speed with a good right shot but he does not execute the way he should and his offensive team play IQ is sorrily lacking. I realize on paper and esp in OT, Caufield is having a good start…I have concerns in his game being too one dimensional and predictable as I hope to see Cole expand his game, play a consistent 60min game, improve his play with the puck, diversify where he is without the puck and improve his defensive awareness. I wish MSL showed more confidence in Ylonen and gave him more offensive chances rather than use him solely in defensive situations or a healthy scratch. As for the positives…Suzuki is definitely the engine for this team…Slaf continues to show flashes of progression in his game…Barron has shown improvement & better consistency in his game…and I've appreciated this team's pushback whenever they are down in a game. It may not always be successful but the effort is there.
Great, positive commentary Drew. Well done! 😊 Mick
Glad to see Primeau have an excellent game! Still hate that offside rule, it's gotta go. If they miss it, they miss it imo. Slows the game, takes away momentum, etc. Caufield, the kid is a rock! GHG
So who plays vs Boston, and then the next night vs Vancouver. Still go with Allen and Monty? Or do you try and get Primeau another start.
Or, Allen vs BOS, Monty vs Van, and give Primeau Calgary on Tuesday?
Lots of rumors Allen is getting traded, but you know rumors.
Loved Primeau's game tonight, he played solidly and I think he should definitely be getting some more games moving forward. Could show himself as a proper backup if we decide to move Allen or Monty.
Also Matheson was great tonight, really great bounce back after two weak games. My fantasy team appreciated Suzuki and Matheson popping off last night!
Great video as always Drew! Looking forward to the next one!
why do you keep talking about slav and trying to be positive .. just tell the truth drew, he didn't do crap on a power-play . did you see his one shot??? im tired of hearing about him. he shouldn't be up when better players r in laval.. if the habs r trying to save face by showing everyone that he belongs up, is the wrong message!!!! i dont care if he was first pic or last pic, or a free agent, the best players who can get us the W's should be playing
Who would have thought Gally would have more goals then McDavid!!! lol. I am so happy for Gally. I have been arguing with Habs fans for over a year that Gally isn't done. It's crazy how many people dont like him now, he was the heart and sole of our team for a LONG time man! Have a little respect!(not you, of courrse). I have been saying he may not live up to his contract, but he will still pot 20 goals at least, and that was met by a lot of fans saying Gally's done, they need to buy out his contract, trade him and retain 3/4's of his salary! lol, yep someone's said that, more then 1 person actually! lol. This is what we r gonna get all year, 4 or 5 bad games, and one or two great ones. Which is ok with me, i wasnt expecting to win many games this year, i dont think our offense is where it needs to be to compete with other teams in our division, maybe right now, but after Xmas the standings will look a lot different. Thanks for another good video Drew. I didnt know that Primeau hasnt won in Montreal in 2 years! That's rough, no one can say we didnt give him a fair shot! lol.
Goal Goalfield is KING haha
still we have a kids team vs teams like tampa and vagas 🙂 we good
I would never say “good guy” and “James Reimer” in the same sentence.
Loved this game, they played good and Primeau looked great!