Ducks at Sens GNT

[Urkie]

That first period pretty much sums up the Sens season so far. Outplay the other team but they still end up losing. That's when you know you're a bad team...

 

[KennyBanyeah]

Sens are playing a solid game so far. Good play by Hiller and poor finishing on the Sens (what else is new?), makes it a Ducks lead.

It's looking more and more like the Sens might get their hands on one of Landeskog, Larsson, Couturier or Nugent-Hopkins.

Seriously it is a different feeling to be looking at top draft prospects. The Sens haven't had a top 5 pick since Chris Phillips in 1996. I find myself paying more attention to junior hockey, LOL. It's about the only silver lining for me as a Sens fan this hockey season.

 

[Urkie]

Sens are playing a solid game so far. Good play by Hiller and poor finishing on the Sens (what else is new?), makes it a Ducks lead.

It's looking more and more like the Sens might get their hands on one of Landeskog, Larsson, Couturier or Nugent-Hopkins.

Seriously it is a different feeling to be looking at top draft prospects. The Sens haven't had a top 5 pick since Chris Phillips in 1996. I find myself paying more attention to junior hockey, LOL. It's about the only silver lining for me as a Sens fan this hockey season.

If the Sens actually had a couple finishers then they probably wouldn't be where they're at right now. They've played well in a lot of games and lost because of the lack of goal scoring.

It is pretty unfamiliar territory for us Sens fans though as you mentioned. It's not like the Sens have been sucking for a decade or anything like that. They've been a top team for as long as I can remember.

Anyway, I've been looking at the junior ranks a lot as well Kenny. Seems like the only thing to get excited about now. I do want Landeskog but he'll go first overall I think and the Sens won't finish in last I don't think. I guess they could win the lottery but the odds are slim to none. The guy I've been looking at the most is Nugent Hopkins. I think that kids upside is incredible.

 

[KennyBanyeah]

If the Sens actually had a couple finishers then they probably wouldn't be where they're at right now. They've played well in a lot of games and lost because of the lack of goal scoring.

It is pretty unfamiliar territory for us Sens fans though as you mentioned. It's not like the Sens have been sucking for a decade or anything like that. They've been a top team for as long as I can remember.

Anyway, I've been looking at the junior ranks a lot as well Kenny. Seems like the only thing to get excited about now. I do want Landeskog but he'll go first overall I think and the Sens won't finish in last I don't think. I guess they could win the lottery but the odds are slim to none. The guy I've been looking at the most is Nugent Hopkins. I think that kids upside is incredible.

The NHL has a lottery system so if we're in the bottom 3 or 4 we have a shot at #1.

I'd love to get Landeskog too. After him I think Larsson is the best prospect but I just can't see Ottawa taking another d-man right now (even if they probably should if they have the chance). If they can't get Landeskog, I wouldn't mind seeing them trade down, if they can, and get Ryan Strome around the 8 spot. Might be able to get another late 1st or 2nd for that. Strome has really nice upside from what I've seen.


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[Urkie]

The NHL has a lottery system so if we're in the bottom 3 or 4 we have a shot at #1.

I'd love to get Landeskog too. After him I think Larsson is the best prospect but I just can't see Ottawa taking another d-man right now (even if they probably should if they have the chance). If they can't get Landeskog, I wouldn't mind seeing them trade down, if they can, and get Ryan Strome around the 8 spot. Might be able to get another late 1st or 2nd for that. Strome has really nice upside from what I've seen.


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Yeah, we would still have a shot at #1 overall but not a great one.

It might not be a bad idea to trade down either because RNH is a pretty risky pick. You can see the upside he has but there's definite bust potential there too. Same with Couturier too although he wouldn't be quite as risky. I'd take Larsson in a heartbeat but we really don't need another dman.

Strome looks really good too so if the scouting staff feels he's the BPA even when they go up at 4 or 5 then they should trade down and get an additional pick.

 

[forty_three]

It's looking more and more like the Sens might get their hands on one of Landeskog, Larsson, Couturier or Nugent-Hopkins.

Boy, would that cause me come seriously conflicted feelings.

I was flipping back and forth between this one and the Jackets game and I thought the Sens looked pretty solid, and Hiller was RIDICULOUS. I did see a few plays where the Sens did the right thing at first and then didn't follow up. Kinda like they've checked out, whereas earlier in the year they might have crashed the net after a perimeter shot.

 

[Urkie]

Boy, would that cause me come seriously conflicted feelings.

I was flipping back and forth between this one and the Jackets game and I thought the Sens looked pretty solid, and Hiller was RIDICULOUS. I did see a few plays where the Sens did the right thing at first and then didn't follow up. Kinda like they've checked out, whereas earlier in the year they might have crashed the net after a perimeter shot.

They played pretty hard but they just can't get into the scoring areas and when they do, they don't finish. Hiller was good but the Sens didn't test him enough from the scoring areas.

Michalek is really impressing me lately though. He was by far the best Senator on the ice...by far. He was the only one who actually tried to drive to the net when he had the puck. If he can avoid those knee injuries then he should stick around.

 

[KennyBanyeah]

They played pretty hard but they just can't get into the scoring areas and when they do, they don't finish. Hiller was good but the Sens didn't test him enough from the scoring areas.

Michalek is really impressing me lately though. He was by far the best Senator on the ice...by far. He was the only one who actually tried to drive to the net when he had the puck. If he can avoid those knee injuries then he should stick around.

I agree 100%. He's looking like he was at the start of last year over the last 5-6 games. He's still young and the further he gets from this most recent injury, the better he should get. Keep him around.

I was disappointed to see Regin as a scratch, but when you're losing on a nightly basis, nothing the coach changes can be looked at as off limits.

Overall a good game.

 

[KennyBanyeah]

Boy, would that cause me come seriously conflicted feelings.

I was flipping back and forth between this one and the Jackets game and I thought the Sens looked pretty solid, and Hiller was RIDICULOUS. I did see a few plays where the Sens did the right thing at first and then didn't follow up. Kinda like they've checked out, whereas earlier in the year they might have crashed the net after a perimeter shot.

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[KennyBanyeah]

Boy, would that cause me come seriously conflicted feelings.

I was flipping back and forth between this one and the Jackets game and I thought the Sens looked pretty solid, and Hiller was RIDICULOUS. I did see a few plays where the Sens did the right thing at first and then didn't follow up. Kinda like they've checked out, whereas earlier in the year they might have crashed the net after a perimeter shot.

He was damn good tonight. Every time I watch the guy play I think "Wow!! This is way better than I thought."

I guess he's just a very good goalie.

 

[Urkie]

I agree 100%. He's looking like he was at the start of last year over the last 5-6 games. He's still young and the further he gets from this most recent injury, the better he should get. Keep him around.

I was disappointed to see Regin as a scratch, but when you're losing on a nightly basis, nothing the coach changes can be looked at as off limits.

Overall a good game.

Yeah, Michalek is finally healthy and it's showing. Hopefully it stays that way because I can see him as being an important player to the Sens going forward.

Another guy who continues to impress is Lee. He just keeps making good outlet pass after outlet pass. Unlike some of the other dmen, he seems to be able to make the pass before the forecheckers close in. He should not be scratched anytime soon.

I was disappointed about Regin too but the bottom line is that he hasn't been good enough this year. It's disappointing but I am starting to think he needs a change of scenery. He's been given plenty of chances this year but he's failed to take advantage of them.

On a more negative note, I've had just about enough of Campoli too. Is there a more useless defensemen? He's been worse then Kuba lately. Making horrid outlet passes and being virtually useless in the offensive zone.

Lastly, I've gotta say that Alfie really has lost a step and he's trying to make adjustments to his game. But, he's just not the same guy anymore. He needs to be given more of a secondary role but that's not really possible under the current circumstances. Part of me wants to see him stay and part of me wants to see him go to a cup contender and win a cup. Haven't decided which one yet though.

 

[DaBoltsNIsles]

GREAT GOAL by Corey Perry!!

Of course THE HILLER stood on his head as ususal.