French Collection

CHL rookies are 16, playing against 17-20 year olds. NCAA freshman are 18 playing against 19-23 year olds. There are challenges in both leagues from a physical maturity standpoint.

I’m happy for Kahun, he’s made a difference. Ullmark is part of the solution, get him some help.

Try Kahun

Yeah, he is a guy you want when there is extra space.

A goalie to share the net and make it competitive with Ullmark. I think a 1A-1B scenario could work.

I am listening on WGR so I have a very limited feel for this game. SS comments are much appreciated.

Yeah, he seems to have a message the players like but he needs help with tactics and special teams. Unfortunately he probably keeps his staff due to loyalty and sticking with the plan.

I find Max Domi skates that way too.

I watched Ottawa play today, their offense was in sync. Rossi is small but stocky, kind of like Brad Marchand. He is quick and shifty, seems to prefer being a playmaker. I did not see a 200’ game, but the puck was in North Bay’s end for most of the game. I was impressed by Quinn. He got the first two goals of the game, his 50th and 51st of the season. He is on a different line than Rossi but they are on PP1 together. He seems like your classic sniper. He’s got good size for a winger, 6’1 195. He was on PK1 and set up a beautiful short handed goal.

Leafs lose two in a row, it’s really sad how no one is putting any heat on them, they will coast into a playoff spot. Could have been Buffalo....

Well, I’ve given up as far as the playoffs are concerned. The first two losses on this trip were the fatal blows for me. I will continue to watch and cheer because it’s what I’ve done for 45 years. I even flew into Winnipeg for last night’s game. Oh well, the management decisions are out of my hands, but there has got to be way into the playoffs next year. It has to be traded because the UFA group sounds lean. Use that cap space as an asset!

Yeah, we may not be the beneficiaries of a team in cap hell giving the Sabres a deal.

Melnyk also fast tracked a liver transplant for himself a few years back, so his “buddies” are probably drinkers.

TSN was saying he’s OK

I like his game. Once he puts on muscle, gains more confidence and maturity he will be a dominant D in this league. He can stick handle in a phone booth and his skating is elite. He makes mistakes but he’s only 19. He lacks a sense of urgency sometimes, but that is probably what gives him a coolness under pressure. He may amass points like Brian Leetch but won’t be a defensive liability like that guy was. He reminds me more of Salming than Lidstrom.

En route to this game, when I booked it, I thought this would be an important game. Oh well, first time at MTS plus my son’s first commercial flight. Hope they put some effort into this one and Jack is healthy. Let’s go Buffalo.

I’m flying into Winnipeg on Tuesday, I hope he’s OK and plays.

Show me some effort and let the chips fall where they may. Let’s go Buffalo!

I liked the 60 minute effort.

VO with some chances, man that was close.

Watching MacKinnon rush reminds me of Juggernaut from the X-Men.

Strong on their feet, playing a strong cycle...

Good game, they’re playing like they care. I keep saying it, just play hard and entertain me. The wins will come and hopefully the Leafs sh.. the bed.

Yes! Frolik generating O.

No you’re not. He’s got a slimy little smile that reminds me of that. Imagine those family reunions.