TGDT: 3/14 Sharks @ Blackhawks 7:00PM VERSUS

[PatrickShart]

Great game by Kopecky and Stalberg as well.



Campoli was such a great pick up....can't say that enough about that move by Scooter. His 21min a game has been huge, where would this team be without him?



Q did a great job with his lines and matchups again, with moving Frolik to center (when those thought Frolik couldnt play there). He's going to be a gem for this team.



I dont think Brouwer or Dowell had a good game at all - Dowell especially on the PK. The guy has got to stop turning the puck over and needs to stop/start more in his own zone instead of floating. I may rather have him sit and keep Fro at center when Bolland returns.

 

[Chief Walking Stick]

Great game by Kopecky and Stalberg as well.



Campoli was such a great pick up....can't say that enough about that move by Scooter. His 21min a game has been huge, where would this team be without him?



Q did a great job with his lines and matchups again, with moving Frolik to center (when those thought Frolik couldnt play there). He's going to be a gem for this team.



I dont think Brouwer or Dowell had a good game at all - Dowell especially on the PK. The guy has got to stop turning the puck over and needs to stop/start more in his own zone instead of floating. I may rather have him sit and keep Fro at center when Bolland returns.

Sadly no shoutout to Scott. Other then that... another great post.

 

[R K]

I'm pretty sure I saw RK's ugly face on the jumbotron. Also. Ive only been to 3 games this year. But I saw some metal looking dude on the jumbotron too. That guy was badass. They need to get that guy there every game.

Holding the 100 sign? Yup that was me.



That dude has been shown every game for about the last 10 home games. Along with the other ****** that finally got a real jersey.



What Ref crew gives a team a 5 on 3 in the first two minutes of a game? Fucking bullshit. Hawks ripped them a new ass in the 2nd period. Probably the most dominant period all year.



Anyone catch Crawfords glove save near the end of the 3rd. Could be the best save I've seen him glove all year. WOW!

 

[R K]

Sadly no shoutout to Scott. Other then that... another great post.

I happened to Talk to John for a few minutes as I was walking out the door tonight. Ben wanted NO part of him. Actually Scott said no one on their entire team wanted a part of him.



Everyone notice he was on the blue line for our first goal? That said I must admit EVERYTIME I see another team coming into our zone on a rush, while Scott is back there, I cringe! The guy just doesn't skate well backwards.

 

[PatrickShart]

Yeah...on Pavelski...great save.



Scott played well in his role. I have no problem with him on the spare role and Q gives him the perfect amount of minutes and puts him in at the right time.



Again, I think early in the season, when he played him at D, it gave a chance to see what he can/can't do. It was all a part of learning the new players and their roles. It may cost some times early in the year, but pays off now.



This team is going to be even stronger if Scooter pulls his magic and keeps the majority together.

 

[PatrickShart]

I think what Scott does do well, RK...is he challenges. No, he's not the fleetest of foot going backwards. But, whats good is that I think he know/recognizes it and challenges players right away - so he's not in a postion to have to pivot or get toasted. He steps up at the center ice or blue line well, and he's so god damn big, he usually gets a piece or the player has to go so far around him, it buys time for the backcheck.

 

[the canadian dream]

Yah Brouwer hasn't been his best as of late but hard to pick goats out of a 6-3 win PMX!! You fucking cranky always unhappy shit!!



I don't even notice Dowell one way or another to be honest. EVER!! Not sure if that is a good thing or a bad thing..I am heavily leaning towards it being a bad thing. I have been "meh" with Dowell all year. This year might be good for him though moving forward? However unlike players like Bickell or Brouwer a couple years back I just don't see much in Dowells game that says he will improve that much. But what the **** do I know?



Brouwer has been his usual "on/off" Brouwer. He's been on off mode for a few games now. Just how he is. When he is on he is on when he is off he is off. Never seems to be a middle ground with him. He sort of reminds me of Brian Noonan in that way. Or am I way out to lunch there?



Campoli is showing what he can do on a team with some depth instead of playing on shit Islanders and crappy Sens teams. He looks naturally comfy in the system here and looks to be playing happy. Funny how that works on teams that have leaders and drive like ours. He has fit like a glove and I would love this club to secure him for a few years. Been highly impressed also.

 

[Samurai]

Brouwer has been his usual "on/off" Brouwer. He's been on off mode for a few games now. Just how he is. When he is on he is on when he is off he is off. Never seems to be a middle ground with him. He sort of reminds me of Brian Noonan in that way. Or am I way out to lunch there?

I don't necessarily think he's off. He's just not on a line with 19 & 88 anymore.

 

[PatrickShart]

Well, to answer your questions...you don't know shit.



And hey, I've liked this team all year, ******. I think Dowell had some of the very early giveaways in the beginning of the game, and I notice him floating alot on the PK, when the stopping/starting is more important. I like the guy, think he works hard/good attitude, etc....just think this is the best he's gonna be. Johnson's signing has been another huge move...where would this team be without him on that 4th line. I think Q not playing him early has made sure he didnt hurt himself and now is ready for this stretch run. Turns out to be a great move...



I think the difference is, when Noons got hot - he would light up the scoreboard. Brouwers decesions and positioning have been atrocious of late. Time to resign him on the cheap????

 

[R K]

I think what Scott does do well, RK...is he challenges. No, he's not the fleetest of foot going backwards. But, whats good is that I think he know/recognizes it and challenges players right away - so he's not in a postion to have to pivot or get toasted. He steps up at the center ice or blue line well, and he's so god damn big, he usually gets a piece or the player has to go so far around him, it buys time for the backcheck.

He's a class act off the ice thats for sure.



Campoli has done nothing but impress me. What a great pick up. And I thought his penalty tonight was bullshit.

 

[PatrickShart]

Scott's "smarts" has impressed me....and actually makes some nice outlet passes. His overall ability is obviously limited, but he plays his role pretty darn good.



Is that where Campoli slashed/broke the stick? That seems to be an autocall...now Johnsons - to get a 2 man advantage...WTF

 

[Pez68]

Statement game. Awesome one to watch. Big guns stepping it up and kicking some ass. Now bring the same game to Dallas and Phoenix!

 

[PatrickShart]

I dont think they've fucking won in PHX since I've been here/go to games. Sorry, plan on them losing.

 

[Sir Mike of Burbs]

Holding the 100 sign? Yup that was me.



That dude has been shown every game for about the last 10 home games. Along with the other ****** that finally got a real jersey.

I figured it was you. John Scott has Grown on me. He just seems like a fun dude. And he's like +3 in the last few games I think. Just a good presents. Tell him I'll give him $100 for his jersey. I can't find any place that sells them. I wonder why...



They still need to work on clearing the puck.

 

[the canadian dream]

Scott's "smarts" has impressed me....and actually makes some nice outlet passes. His overall ability is obviously limited, but he plays his role pretty darn good.

So does gravy. That doesn't mean it's good for you.





Scotts been the least of the concerns on the club this season. We all would have liked a body that could play more minutes and had more skill in their game but we all know what the realities have been. And damn if it hasn't been fun watching him do facial surgeries a few times this year.



And yes I will admit it Ryan J has been a nice little addition since we nabbed him knowing the cap issues. I am calling him Ryan J now as it's a bit more buddy buddy. Been noticing him more and more involved in offensive plays now too. Has turned out to be a nice little Madden replacement.

 

[sth]

Sharp was the man out there today. Four assists in one period wow. Top lines were great. Toews gets a lot of much deserved praise but Kane and Sharp are just as impressive. I wish the whole line could win the MVP. Also Niemi no offense Stu but how big of a 5-hole can a goalie have? The Hawks knew right where to go.



Apparently Clowe told Seabs the Hawks must have a horrible farm system to let him get up to the NHL. Yeah then your pal No-show Joe and his top line got shut down by an AHLer tonight. And Ovie the day before.

 

[R K]

 

[genefoley]

haha I love the faint 1 behind the zero in case he got another one. putting the sign making stations to good use I see.

 

[Sir Mike of Burbs]

Probably just bragging that He's in the 100 section. I see how it is. Ill make one next time that just says "Standing".

 

[genefoley]

Sharp was the man out there today. Four assists in one period wow. Top lines were great. Toews gets a lot of much deserved praise but Kane and Sharp are just as impressive. I wish the whole line could win the MVP. Also Niemi no offense Stu but how big of a 5-hole can a goalie have? The Hawks knew right where to go.



Apparently Clowe told Seabs the Hawks must have a horrible farm system to let him get up to the NHL. Yeah then your pal No-show Joe and his top line got shut down by an AHLer tonight. And Ovie the day before.

Seabrook couldn't hear him with Stanley Cup Ring stuck in his ear.