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That’s why I still treat OT/SO losses as ties.

I don’t have any expectations at all, actually, except an expectation that Cozens gets the opportunity. In no way shape or form have I suggested that Cozens would get the better of a generational talent like Crosby. I only pointed out that in the two challenges Granato prescribed on Friday and Saturday, Cozens did not disappoint and, as such, I expect Granato to give him yet another challenge against another great talent. It’s all upside imo.

Seems like we are in agreement then if both Sullivan and Granato want the Cozens/Crosby matchup.😄 If Cozens plays to the same level he played to on Friday and Saturday, against the best player in the league and one of the league’s most lethal scorers, respectively, then I think he can hold up well. Big if for a young player looking for consistency to be sure, but how else do you find it if not being tested each night? Should be interesting.

Cozens has had two consecutive good outings against two premier centers. I’d be surprised if Granato didn’t match him up against Crosby.

Right. You don’t have anything against Quinn. Other than the fact he’s not a center.😂

I can’t agree with that because if the initial assessment is off and they reevaluate the situation, then that suggests the medical personnel are on top of it. Injuries, especially soft tissue injuries, are always a fluid situation.

Per the bold, ‘nuff said! Quinn is OUR guy and it’s absurd to lament the loss somebody we never had. Quinn is OUR guy. Let’s get behind him.

I watched each game this week (thanks to you and @PromoTheRobotletting me know that SHTs get free AHL TV) and I agree he looks more poised. Also seems to be moving better, especially post to post.

Good stuff here. I’ve said Granato is a virtuoso when it comes to pulling the strings of players and when to pull them. Take Skinner for example. Every time he’s asked about Skinner, Granato immediately praises his work habits in practice and Skinner’s dedication to working on the things he needs to be a better player. How long has Skinner been in the league? How much is he paid? Heck, Granato even mentioned Skinner’s improved “hockey sense” last night; something I’ve always accused Skinner of not having at all.

I don’t think all things we have no control over are created equal, but you’re right, none of it benefits us as fans in any tangible way. And by all means, enjoy the fun.

71 saves on 75 shots faced over the back to back games vs Cleveland and a .946 save percentage. Nice.

I get that it’s frustrating not to know the injury statuses and timetables for return to the lineup, but really, what does that information get us as fans? Will it help us manage our anxiety better? I doubt it because we will insist on being anxious over something else.

He was referring to Friday night’s game against Cleveland where, after a stellar performance the first 56 minutes of the game, UPL couldn’t hold the fort.

Was that Miller? If so, he had a worse game than I thought.

That’s a good point.

Game is in Buffalo, if that helps.

I’m fully on board with letting him stay in the A for as long as they deem necessary, but JJ is NHL ready to play at the next level, regardless. Easy to understand why the Sabres deliberated before making him the last cut out of camp. He is simply better than the jags currently on the team.

Matthews whiffs

Granato has a knack for knowing want strings to pull and when to pull them with players. There was some thought earlier today that Granato was gonna hurt Cozens’s confidence if he played him against McDavid, let alone played him a lot against McDavid. There was also the potential for Cozens to respond and if Granato had never put that faith in Cozens tonight, that would not have been realized. A master stroke by Granato.

Leafs in OT. Nice.

Quinn with a short handed beauty! America 3-2.

Granato is a master.

Dylan again!

Skinner has GOT to score on Skinner.

See him tomorrow you will!