GDT: Sharks @ Sabres, 7pm, Dec. 4th 2022, MSG 📺, WGR 📻

[dudacek]

5 minutes ago, French Collection said:

I didn’t see anything posted about Joker’s game so I will mention that I thought he had a good game. He played like a #4 D should.

His pass to JJP was a good display of vision and breakout plays.

I’ve been watching him a lot this year because I seem to be in the minority as a supporter.

I have seen the coverage lapses others do, usually a result of stepping up to attack a puck or puck-carrier at an inopportune time. I also see many, many times where those decisions have blunted a rush, or kept in a puck. Yes, he can make risky passes, but overall he’s solid in transition; his good breakouts far outnumber his bad ones

Not sure others notice how good a stick checker he is. Matched up 1-on-1 he separates man from puck very well despite his size and snuffs  out rushes on a consistent basis.

Henri Jokiharju is no star, but he is a capable NHL defenceman, well-suited to the modern style of play and a 4/5 slot on any NHL roster.

[Doohickie]

1 hour ago, French Collection said:

I didn’t see anything posted about Joker’s game so I will mention that I thought he had a good game. He played like a #4 D should.

His pass to JJP was a good display of vision and breakout plays.

Joki is a solid 4D.  As long as he doesn't have to fight over his weight class, he does fine.  But we all saw when the injuries hit that when asked to elevate his game, he didn't have it in him.  Still, I think if he's not asked to play above 4D level he'll be fine going forward.  Ideally the Sabres will bring in defensemen that will push him down to a 3rd pairing which would make him even more valuable to the team.

[Huckleberry]

nice hit