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Post by Admin on Dec 27, 2023 14:08:57 GMT
Saturday, December 30, New Jersey Devils at Boston Bruins, 7:00 ET
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Post by moognoates on Dec 29, 2023 15:40:34 GMT
The Merkulov game!
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Post by dannycater on Dec 29, 2023 16:02:53 GMT
I'm excited about his recall...if he can produce at the NHL level, he immediately gives the B's an extra push on offense...I understand waiting for the 200-foot game to take effect, but produce some points and I'm okay with mistakes. He's 23...he's not a "kid."
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Post by MrHulot on Dec 29, 2023 17:05:41 GMT
I'm excited about his recall...if he can produce at the NHL level, he immediately gives the B's an extra push on offense...I understand waiting for the 200-foot game to take effect, but produce some points and I'm okay with mistakes. He's 23...he's not a "kid." I would not put him on a line with Pasta & Zacha. Not enough responsibility on d in that trio (Pasta has actually been pretty good in their own end for a while, but Zacha...)
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Post by MrHulot on Dec 29, 2023 18:34:05 GMT
I'm excited about his recall...if he can produce at the NHL level, he immediately gives the B's an extra push on offense...I understand waiting for the 200-foot game to take effect, but produce some points and I'm okay with mistakes. He's 23...he's not a "kid." I would not put him on a line with Pasta & Zacha. Not enough responsibility on d in that trio (Pasta has actually been pretty good in their own end for a while, but Zacha...) Put him with JVR & Freddy. Put Geekie on the first line with the Czechs, and let Heinen skate on the fourth.
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Post by chappy28 on Dec 29, 2023 19:05:35 GMT
I think the Merkulov thing really gets interesting if he's actually producing. Then what does management do when Pooter comes back? We'd be getting into coaches binky territory taking ice time from either Coyle or Zacha --- neither of whom I think are what you want for your top 6 centers. You can make an argument that both Merkulov and Poitras have better top 6 IQ's and skillsets than Zacha and Coyle but we all know that those two aren't leaving their spots on the roster.
Here's to hoping that Merkulov seizes the opportunity and makes it tough on Sweeney and Monty to figure out who deserves the ice time, who plays center, etc.
Then all we'll need is Lysell to get his shit together for a springtime call up and it will be youth movement nirvana here in Boston
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Post by 50belowzero on Dec 29, 2023 19:42:31 GMT
5-0 B's, the Merkulator with 4 gls and DeBrusk with 1, it's a start.
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Post by zamboni24 on Dec 29, 2023 20:42:23 GMT
Mitchell = waiver’s today.
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Post by MrHulot on Dec 30, 2023 4:52:33 GMT
Devils beat Senators 6-2 in Ottawa. Daws in goal, I think Vanecek will most likely start tomorrow night vs the B's.
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Post by #4 Bobby Orr! GOAT! on Dec 30, 2023 6:10:59 GMT
Mitchell = waiver’s today. Never seen this anywhere?
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Post by islamorada on Dec 30, 2023 11:44:34 GMT
Are the Bs getting called with more penalties because they play sold defense? (I know the goalies are crucial). If so, stay out of the penalty box this weekend. The Bs are not playing the rudderless boat called the Buffalo Sabres (talent with no real leadership). NJ and Detroit tomorrow are uptempo offenses. Score early, maintain discipline, and win both games this weekend. The real catcher is the Bs have played 33 games whereas the top teams in the NHL have played at least two more games with Vegas at 4. CJ's philosophy of getting a loser point is to be applied this year.
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Post by MrHulot on Dec 30, 2023 12:44:46 GMT
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Post by MrHulot on Dec 30, 2023 12:47:23 GMT
Did Montgomery read my posts here?
Okay, dear Mr. Jacobs, I don't know what the current rate for assistant coaches is, but I trust that you will compensate me fairly. My bank is Bank Of America, the routing number is...
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Post by RichHillOntario on Dec 30, 2023 17:38:55 GMT
5-0 B's, the Merkulator with 4 gls and DeBrusk with 1, it's a start. There it is!
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Post by RichHillOntario on Dec 30, 2023 17:44:52 GMT
I hope Freddie Merkulov shows he belongs with the big club. I'm ready to see if his game translates to the NHL. Call it cautious optimism.
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Post by RichHillOntario on Dec 30, 2023 17:51:55 GMT
The Bruins looked better against Buffalo but if they can beat NJ, I'll be more convinced of their gradual return to form.
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Post by dannycater on Dec 30, 2023 18:16:34 GMT
I hope Freddie Merkulov shows he belongs with the big club. I'm ready to see if his game translates to the NHL. Call it cautious optimism. It's the Studs McKenzie Caution tact, I like it!
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Post by dannycater on Dec 30, 2023 18:17:17 GMT
The Bruins looked better against Buffalo but if they can beat NJ, I'll be more convinced of their gradual return to form. Told my brother we need to see Huggie Bears have hugs in consecutive games...that to me is important.
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Post by 50belowzero on Dec 30, 2023 18:25:56 GMT
The Bruins looked better against Buffalo but if they can beat NJ, I'll be more convinced of their gradual return to form. Told my brother we need to see Huggie Bears have hugs in consecutive games...that to me is important. Yeah, stringing some wins together, even if its two is important to me as well, need some good mojo's happening.
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Post by 50belowzero on Dec 31, 2023 0:06:14 GMT
Nice to see the Merkulater carrying on the fine tradition of the #42, worn by such B's luminaries as Bob Sweeney, Mikko Makela, Trent Whitfield, PJ Stock, Peter Ferraro and of course David Backes.
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Post by zamboni24 on Dec 31, 2023 0:20:36 GMT
The Bruins looked better against Buffalo but if they can beat NJ, I'll be more convinced of their gradual return to form. Jake had a decent game and had a nice jump on early face off. He’s got good linemates. No reason he can’t crank it up tonight.
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Post by beezfan4life on Dec 31, 2023 0:21:37 GMT
Aaaaand it's 1 zip already...fuck
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Post by mdsizzle on Dec 31, 2023 0:38:39 GMT
Oh man, if it wasn't for that deadwood I think lowrider would have had a goal there.
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Post by mdsizzle on Dec 31, 2023 0:59:29 GMT
Is this thing on?
🎤👈
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Post by zamboni24 on Dec 31, 2023 1:12:54 GMT
The Bruins looked better against Buffalo but if they can beat NJ, I'll be more convinced of their gradual return to form. Jake had a decent game and had a nice jump on early face off. He’s got good linemates. No reason he can’t crank it up tonight. Cute little move there Jakey. 2 good shots by Devs. 2 goals. Keep the heat on VV. He's can be had...
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