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Fun to watch Greene, Moore, and Lardis play. If you didn’t notice, they each got a point on the only Hawk goal last night – Greene with the goal assisted by Moore and Lardis. And the othe night Lardis scored in regulation with Moore potting the winner in the shootout. Let’s hope they keep that up.
Thank you, I really appreciate that. I’m glad the articles are still useful and informative for you.
I understand the frustration with the site — you’re definitely not alone — and I’m thankful you’re still here reading and supporting.Frenchy
I guess for me this site has its kinks but I’ve figured out if i don’t see the same day game thread, i need to sign in.
It’s just nice to see this rebuild working out better than expected and quieting down the insta crowd.
The fun part for me is watching the vets and seeing their limitations on the ice, soon to be replaced by talented top kids who will take this team to another level because of the depth that is going to take place in the next 3 years.
50 points in 51 games not to shabby
71st game last year to get to 51 points
Even though Nazar hasn’t scored he’s an effective hockey player just like Moore.
I went to the game last night with a couple of old friends. The parking cost is ridiculous. For twenty dollars more, you could buy a ticket. I thought they looked quite lethargic. Five minutes into the second period, they had four SOG. What’s that? They need a better coach for the defense. They constantly leave the front of the net to go halfway up the D zone. What I can’t stand is all of the noise in the UC. It is constant. You can’t talk to the guy sitting next to you. I love this team, but I hate that place!
I can’t see this experiment working. All the rookies are a bunch of weak, undersized junior players. Wirtz has to get rid of Davidson and get a real GM.
Thank you, I really appreciate that. I’m still delivering the same level of work, even if I’m now covering a few teams. Yes, I’m French Canadian and I cover the Canadiens every day as well.
I’ve always tried to write the game with a different pair of eyes — to help fans understand what’s really happening on the ice.
Frenchy, you don’t have to take inventory of yourself more than any other normal person does. You’re not only steeped in the sport at its grassroot level but in the hockey hotbed of the world. Add your abilities with the written word and you’re a fine conduit. ……… My hope is you never change a thing.
I went to the game last night with a couple of old friends. The parking cost is ridiculous. For twenty dollars more, you could buy a ticket. I thought they looked quite lethargic. Five minutes into the second period, they had four SOG. What’s that? They need a better coach for the defense. They constantly leave the front of the net to go halfway up the D zone. What I can’t stand is all of the noise in the UC. It is constant. You can’t talk to the guy sitting next to you. I love this team, but I hate that place!
The SOG and TOI in the Qzone was really skewed vs TB. But, the Hawks are a very green young team and TB rolls with systems under a world class coach that has won multiple cups. No doubt dominated for the most part but context is needed.
As far as SOG against, the Hawks play a system that accentuates Knight’s strengths and that is it’s ok to give up shots as long as Knight can see them. It’s a trade off the Hawk’s system is designed for. This is generally speaking, of course HDCA are not part of any system but a regular Hawk game should see the Hawk’s outshot until the talent is so good the puck will be at the other end the majority of the time and there will be less shots against.
Vanacker leading the OHL in goals with 33. Pridham 2nd in the OHL in goals with 31.
Let’s assume they continue scoring and finish 1 and 2 in goals scored.
When was the last time, if ever, the two top OHL goal scorers were property of the same NHL club? Not to mention last year’s OHL top goal scorer (Lardis) is with the same club also.
Also, the current leading KHL goal scorer was drafted by the same club above. You can guess who.
Slackers Nathan Behm is tied for 7th in goals scored in the WHL, and Anton Frondell is way down the pack tied for 14th in the SHL.
I realize that their scoring prowess may not translate to the NHL, but there are a lot of guys in the system that could put the puck in the net. Hopefully a few continue their scoring ways down the road.
Vanacker leading the OHL in goals with 33. Pridham 2nd in the OHL in goals with 31.
Let’s assume they continue scoring and finish 1 and 2 in goals scored.
When was the last time, if ever, the two top OHL goal scorers were property of the same NHL club? Not to mention last year’s OHL top goal scorer (Lardis) is with the same club also.
Also, the current leading KHL goal scorer was drafted by the same club above. You can guess who.
Slackers Nathan Behm is tied for 7th in goals scored in the WHL, and Anton Frondell is way down the pack tied for 14th in the SHL.
I realize that their scoring prowess may not translate to the NHL, but there are a lot of guys in the system that could put the puck in the net. Hopefully a few continue their scoring ways down the road.
When you start putting pencil to paper and the stats of the pipeline you can’t help but think nothing goes so right, to the limits of what looks possible. It’s just crazy but when I look at prospect after prospect leading leagues in all kindsa categories I see danger and opportunity and that indeed there are still important phases of the rebuild to navigate.
History tells us not all of these guys with the heady stats are gonna be impact or even useful NHLers. It seems the amateur scouts and amateur side of the organIzation has done well now the pro scouting is going to take us thru the next phase along with development. Identifying who they think are going to be NHL playoff roster caliber players, who aren’t and who should be moved while they still have value.
Lotta cards to be played in this total tear down rebuild.
Vanacker leading the OHL in goals with 33. Pridham 2nd in the OHL in goals with 31.
Let’s assume they continue scoring and finish 1 and 2 in goals scored.
When was the last time, if ever, the two top OHL goal scorers were property of the same NHL club? Not to mention last year’s OHL top goal scorer (Lardis) is with the same club also.
Also, the current leading KHL goal scorer was drafted by the same club above. You can guess who.
Slackers Nathan Behm is tied for 7th in goals scored in the WHL, and Anton Frondell is way down the pack tied for 14th in the SHL.
I realize that their scoring prowess may not translate to the NHL, but there are a lot of guys in the system that could put the puck in the net. Hopefully a few continue their scoring ways down the road.
Isn’t that great Boiler?
You are correct all of them won’t hit or even fit, but that’s the advantage drafting the most top 100 prospects in the past 4 years.
I’m hoping he’s going to be able to get another 1st and 2nd round pick for 2027 and keep this outstanding talent pipe line rolling.
If Wiz is right we might not see a trade in the first round this year, like 2023.
Right now he is 5 of 26 top 100 picks who look like NHL players? Teams hope for at least 1 NHL player a year, 5 in 4 drafts and expect at least another 5 coming from those 4 drafts is outstanding
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