A Tuesday Evening round-up? With a Leafs/Bruins recreation on the dockett?
Sure, please!
Effectively, I’ll admit, once I sat down to observe the second recreation in 4 days between these two rivals, I anticipated to see a little bit of a unique begin.
When the B’s scored a first-period power-play aim earlier than the clock had burned off 5 minutes, it didn’t seem like the Leafs had been poised to push again very arduous after being doubled up on photographs within the Saturday matchup (a 5-3 Boston win). Toronto’s favorites then adopted up by giving up 47 photographs on web in a 5-4 Carolina win on Sunday.
A Steven Lorentz shorthanded marker to tie the sport up at 1-1 appeared to supply a flash of hope for followers of the blue buds.
However then…after one other PP aim lower than three minutes later…
I…Am Steeves
Former Leaf castoff Alex Steeves scored his first aim as a Boston Bruin simply three days after being recalled from Windfall to make it 3-1 earlier than the top of the primary.
I joked with some mates in a gaggle chat that Craig Berube would possibly strangle a few gamers within the dressing room in the course of the first intermission. Then, after the Leafs got here out on the ice for the 2nd interval, two defensemen watched David Pastrnak blow by them and rating the Bruins’ 4th of the evening.
Within the phrases of my dad, one of many few die-hard Leaf followers who remembers their final Stanley Cup win, “This crew may not win 20 video games this 12 months”. I don’t understand how proper MarmoGramps is about that one, however watching the TSN broadcasters’ meltdown within the second intermission was virtually as unhappy because it was humorous.
Virtually.
The Leafs pushed again a bit within the third, but it surely’s powerful to indicate a lot grit when the hardest man in your crew is carrying a go well with and tie and standing up behind the participant bench.
Regardless of a late push, the Leafs couldn’t abdomen a plate stuffed with Pasta. (Extra on that under).
Right here’s what else I noticed in Tuesday evening’s Remembrance Day/Veteran’s Day NHL motion…
Alex Steeves – 1 G (1), +1, 2 SOG, and eight:06 of ice time. As I outlined above, Steeves was signed by the Bruins after hitting free company on July 1st. 36 targets in 59 video games with the Marlies (2024-2025) is nothing to show up your nostril at, however the recall is a bittersweet one in Beantown because it comes at the price of inserting Elias Lindholm on the IR. Lindholm is out week-to-week with a lower-body damage.
Jeremy Swayman – 28 saves on 31 photographs and the win (6) vs TOR. That’s the Bruins’ seventh consecutive win, and the longest streak Boston has seen in two years. A lot for all of that commerce rumor chatter…for now.
David Pastrnak – 2 G (10), 1 A (12), 3 SOG, 1 PPG, 1 PPA, 1 H. That’s 27 targets in 34 video games in opposition to the Leafs and #400 and 401 for #88’s profession. He’s the second quickest Bruin to attain 400 (behind Phil Esposito). As soon as once more, the pasta proved to be too spicy for the Leafs. Parmesan not included.
Hampus Lindholm – 1 G (1), 1 A (4), 2 SOG, 1 PPG, and 21:35 of ice time. I do know I lean a technique in relation to hockey, and that manner is fairly near the Atlantic shoreline in a city with a Sam Adams brewery, so take this for what it’s value. Don’t fall for this level output and rush out so as to add this man. He’ll disappoint you in case you’re in search of a 40-point season.
Charlie McAvoy – 2 A (14), 2 SOG, 1 PPA, and 26:11 of ice time. This was McAvoy’s first recreation in 5 days after being away from the crew (private). He’s nonetheless in search of that first aim, although.
Anthony Stolarz – 7 saves on 10 photographs and the loss (4). Is that this the identical Anthony Stolarz who threw his teammates underneath the bus in October for not doing a greater job of defending in entrance of him? Sure. I’m wondering if anybody will blame this one on his incapability to cease (and even face) a dozen pucks. The official phrase is he’s sidelined with an “higher physique damage”.
Auston Matthews – Talking of upper-body accidents, Matthews left after getting hit by Nikita Zadorov. He’s day-to-day now, too.
Jake Oettinger – 27 saves on 29 photographs and the win (7) at OTT. A pleasant bounceback of types for the Minnesota native after surrendering 10 targets in his final two video games (whole). The OT win boosts Oettinger’s file to 7-3-2 and pushes his SV% even nearer to that .900 mark (.896).
Jason Robertson – 1 G (4), 2 A (13), +1, 6 SOG, 1 PPG, 3 H, and 20:11 of ice time. That’s 4 PTS in 2 GP and factors in 5 of his final six video games. The listing of potential Staff Canada forwards is a protracted one, however Robertson is taking part in like he desires a spot on that roster in February.
Mikko Rantanen – 1 G (9), 1 A (14), -1, 3 SOG, 1 PPA, 1 BLK, and 21:43 of ice time. 23 factors in 17 video games is sweet for sixth in scoring (tied with William Nylander).
Roope Hintz – 1 G (4), 2 SOG, 4 H, and the additional time winner. Hintz was one of many Stars whipping across the offensive zone in OT and despatched Sens followers house with some frosty tears.
Linus Ullmark – 30 saves on 33 photographs and the additional time loss (8) vs DAL. Poor Linus. It’s dangerous sufficient that his identify rhymes with a not-so-appropriate-for-conversation male physique half. Now he’s anticipated to make 4 consecutive saves in a sniper-sequence throughout OT whereas 3 of his teammates stand across the crease making an attempt to determine who’s going to offer their man some defensive help? The excellent news is Linus managed to flop round and cease the primary 3 photographs. The dangerous information? Effectively… look above on the Roope notice.
Darcy Kuemper – 21 saves on 22 photographs in a 5-1 win (6) at MTL. That’s three straight dubs for Darcy and a cool 3 GA on 78 photographs over his final 180 minutes. Don’t look now, however the LA Kings are trying like they’re placing collectively a gaggle that may very well be a severe menace within the West.
Quinton Byfield – 1 G (3), 1 A (11), +2, 5 SOG, and the sport winner. 19:55 of ice time. I joined a startup dynasty league this 12 months with 30 groups (sure, it’s as loopy because it sounds) and focused this child as an early choose. To this point, so good.
Kevin Fiala – 1 G (8), +2, 3 SOG, 1 H, and 18:29 of ice time. Fiala simply retains doing what he’s finished for years. If you happen to’re hoping for blocked photographs or hits as an alternative of targets, you’re barking up the mistaken tree. Joel Edmundson, Joel Armia, and Joel Foegele additionally scored on this one. Okay, you bought me. Perhaps it wasn’t Joel Foegele. It was Warren.
Sam Montembeault – 21 saves on 25 photographs and the loss (4) vs LAK. With 10 wins in 15 video games, the Habs got here into final evening’s recreation with plenty of room for error. Sadly, Montembeault’s .863 save share additionally exhibits plenty of causes for errors.
Josh Anderson – 1 G (2), -1, 2 SOG, 1 H, and 17:01 of ice time. Once I noticed that Anderson scored, I assumed it was on the ability play. It wasn’t. And I used to be much more stunned to see that he logged 17+ minutes of TOI.
Lane Hutson – 1 A (14), -3, 1 SOG, 2 BLK. I’d attempt to lock this child in on each dynasty crew if I may, however the minus knocks him right down to a fair zero on the 12 months. He’s nonetheless the brightest gentle in Staff USA’s defensive future, it doesn’t matter what his +/- says.
Logan Thompson – 30 saves on 31 photographs and the 4-1 win (7) in opposition to CAR. His 1.56 GAA leads the league, and his .935 is tops within the league (tied with Devin Cooley). You suppose this man nonetheless has a chip on his shoulder for being left off the Canadian roster for final 12 months’s 4 Nations tourney?
Alex Ovechkin – 1 G (a billion), 1 A (8), +2, 2 SOG, 1 BLK, and 14:48 of ice time. Okay, so it was his 4th aim and never his billionth, but it surely actually feels prefer it’s been extra this 12 months. The truth that this man remains to be blocking photographs at 40 years outdated is nearly as insane as his aim totals. Even in case you’re not a Caps fan, how are you going to not love this man?
Dylan Strome – 1 G (5), +1, 1 SOG, and the sport winner. Effectively, Strome made that one shot rely. The extra vital information is the Pierre-Luc Dubois damage, although. That ought to pave the way in which for Strome to reclaim the 1C spot, and continued manufacturing ought to maintain the Russian sniper on his RW. Purchase in now in case you can.
John Carlson – 2 A, +2, 1 SOG, 1 PPA, 4 BLK, and 22:51 of ice time. The second Most worthy Carlson within the league (see ANA under) simply retains on producing.
Frederik Anderson – 24 saves on 27 photographs and the loss (4) vs WSH. Eliminated with a concussion late within the third interval and changed by final week’s lede Pyotr Kochetkov. It may be time to go seize Brandon Bussi in these tremendous deep leagues.
Nikolaj Ehlers – 1 G (3), +1, 4 SOG, and 14:09 of ice time. Second line obligation and first line PP time don’t match the TOI from final evening. Hopefully, he can get on a roll and enhance that point on the ice.
Alexander Nikishin – No factors to report from the Russian rookie, however our preseason Hurricanes’ rookie choose added 4 SOG, 1 H, and three BLKs in final evening’s recreation. That’s added worth in these leagues with extra classes than simply targets and assists.
Dustin Wolf – 28 saves on 31 photographs and the 3-2 loss (11) to STL. Keep in mind that dynasty league I mentioned I drafted Byfield in? Effectively, I additionally drafted a younger goalie that I assumed could be one of many prime guys within the league as early as this 12 months. I received’t say who that was, however I’ll say he’s received 10 losses and one OT loss on the 12 months to this point in 15 begins. Oof.
Matt Coronato – 1 G (4), +1, 6 SOG, in 18:48 of ice time. In case your league counts photographs on aim, this can be a man to check out. In case your league additionally counts +/-? Perhaps move. (He’s a -12).
Rasmus Andersson – 1 G (3), 2 PIM, 7 SOG, and 25:12 of ice time. That this man is averaging round 25 minutes a recreation with the Flames and has a +/- of -1 is a big feat in itself.
Jordan Binnington – 38 saves on 40 photographs, and the win (4) vs CGY. This man may rip off 5 shutouts in a row, and I nonetheless wouldn’t give him a lot of a second thought. Is it as a result of he beat the Bruins in a Sport 7 of the finals in their very own barn? Could-to-the-be. Does it nonetheless make me snicker when my youngsters confer with him as “Jordan Pee-Pee-Ton from the Saint Poo-is Poos”? That’s possible. Is it as a result of he pulls stuff like this? That’s more likely.
Matthew Kessel – 1 G (2), 2 SOG, 1 BLK, and 11:41 of ice time. OH! Please inform me that is everybody’s favourite scorching canine aficionado, however with a sneaky first identify change. No? Effectively, one can dream.
Oskar Sundqvist – 2 A, +1, 1 SOG, 4 H. That’s 7 PTS in 9 GP for Sundqvist. He’s nonetheless in search of his first aim, although.
Yaroslav Askarov – 28 saves on 29 photographs and the OT win (5) at MIN. Let me Askarov you a query. Are you in search of a younger goalie who has pretty much as good an opportunity as any to show right into a star in your keeper league? As a result of if you’re, Yaro want to take a look at this man.
Macklin Celebrini – 2 A, +1, 0 SOG, 1 PPA, 1 BLK, and 19:03 TOI. This child is a shoo-in for Staff Canada, proper? RIGHT?!
Filip Gustavsson – 16 saves on 18 photographs within the loss (9) to SJ. The three.09 GAA and .896 SV% aren’t horrible, however the Wild are going to want to offer him much more offensive help if Filip goes to fill-up the win column anytime quickly.
Matt Boldy – 1 G (9), 5 SOG, 1 PPG, and 23:15 TOI. That’s 5 factors in his final 4 video games, and 18 factors in 18 video games total.
Zeev Buium – 1 A (7), 4 SOG, 1 PPA, 2 BLK, 26:08 time on the ice. 26 minutes! A lot for pondering this man could be completely used on the PP and a 3rd pairing.
Lukas Dostal – 32 saves on 35 photographs in a 4-1 loss (5) to COL. To not overuse baseball analogies on a regular basis right here, however the Avs really feel just like the Dodgers in MLB. Only a juggernaut of a squad.
Leo Carlsson – 1 G (11), and his sixth aim in his final 4 GP. True story alert. I typed up the John Carlson notice above, stating he was the second Most worthy Carlson (or Carlsson) within the league earlier than Leo scored. That’s how a lot confidence we must always have in Anaheim’s star ahead. He’s breaking out.
Troy Terry – 1 A (15), -2, 4 SOG. He’s on a 5-game level streak.
Scott Wedgewood – 35 saves on 36 photographs and the 4-1 win vs ANA. His fifth straight W. I’ll spare you the Steve Winwood reference once more this week and simply say that the Avs are undoubtedly not as fearful concerning the Mackenzie Blackwood damage as they had been again in the beginning of October. Blackwood is again now, however the Avs can afford to ease him again into motion with Wedgewood proving he can greater than deal with an everyday flip between the pipes.
Gabriel Landeskog – 1 G, +1, 2 SOG, 5 H. Landeskog picked time to attain his first of the 12 months, because it turned out to be the game-winner.
Nathan MacKinnon – 3 A (18), +2, 3 SOG, 1 PPA, 2 BLK. He’s received a 10-game level streak going and is sitting at 32 factors in 17 video games. If you happen to landed him in a redraft league, you’re laughing. In case you have him in a keeper league, it’s even higher.
Cale Makar – 1 A (17), +2, 3 SOG, 2 BLK, and 5 factors in his final 3 GP.
Artturi Lehkonen – 1 G (7), 1 A (10), +1, 2 PIM, 4 SOG, 1 PPA. This man’s on a 5-point-in-3-games streak, too.
Connor Hellebuyck – 30 saves on 33 photographs within the 5-3 win at VAN. Between this man and Jake Oettinger, anybody trying to bury the biscuit in opposition to Staff USA on the Olympics in February may be out of luck as a rule.
Josh Morrissey – 1 G (3), 2 A (13), +1, 1 SOG, 1 PPG, 1 PPA, 3 BLK in 24:23 of ice time. I’ll save the “Smiths” clip for an additional day.
Jonathan Toews – 1 G (3). Oh! The Marmo-Bounceback choose from our preseason picks! I’m not loopy sufficient to count on a 60+ level season from the previous Blackhawks captain, however in case you grabbed Toews as a late-round flier choose, you’re in good condition. He ought to push for 40 factors (if he can keep wholesome).
Jet Greaves – 22 saves on 23 photographs and the 2-1 win (4) at SEA. I’ll resist the urge to make a medieval shin armor joke right here. Type of.
Adam Fantilli – 1 G (4), 5 SOG, 1 PPG. He’s “solely” received 11 factors in 16 video games, however he’s nonetheless somebody I’d goal in dynasty leagues. The upside is critical.
Matt Murray – 33 saves on 34 photographs and the OT SO loss. Winless in 4 begins. Sure. That Matt Murray. I keep in mind sitting behind this man on a lodge bus that was shuttling gamers and NHL employees to and from the sector on the 2012 NHL Entry Draft in Pittsburgh. True story. We sat in entrance of Ron Francis and Joe Nieuwendyk on the way in which again to our lodge after the primary spherical was over. In different not-so-breaking information, I’m outdated.
Ryan Winterton – No. Severely. This isn’t a made-up identify. I did need to double-check that it wasn’t “Winkerton”, although. With all of the snow we’ve received exterior, “Winterton” is fairly becoming. And he’s received 2 targets now, too.
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Joyful Wednesday, and I’ll see you subsequent week!
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