HKSR Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 Was having an 8-1 blowout of Edmonton to start the season. They really couldn't have asked for a better start and to feel good about themselves. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alflives Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 3 minutes ago, HKSR said: Was having an 8-1 blowout of Edmonton to start the season. They really couldn't have asked for a better start and to feel good about themselves. Yup. The players are experiencing success so they trust what the coaches are teaching. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
-dlc- Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 This team really wants to win and those that questioned that don't understand that, as athletes, they don't compete for any other reason. Sure, they get paid millions but they'd like play for free. The core here is solid and players who have the ability to take this to another level. The supporting cast in place hasn't always been sufficient and we're putting some good pieces in place. Also, Tocchet is making a difference. Loved Bruce and he was right at the time for where the team was, but this is now a matter of pushing forward. They deserve some momentum and the confidence that goes with that. It must've been so deflating when they weren't getting the results they wanted and, at times, deserved. It's all about keeping it in check though...one lesson is that "a" convincing win doesn't mean you've done something special. Each game is a fresh slate and you have to prove yourself in on ongoing basis. They're learning how to do that...to be ready for the next game after a good win. The losses after the wins were an important part of it...to remind them they couldn't coast or rest on a couple of wins. It slips away if you do that and I believe they get that part. It's so nice to not be in a big hole in October though...this team's for real. As much as we've relied on Demko for wins, they're now helping him get the wins. 2 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PureQuickness Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 10 minutes ago, -dlc- said: This team really wants to win and those that questioned that don't understand that, as athletes, they don't compete for any other reason. Sure, they get paid millions but they'd like play for free. The core here is solid and players who have the ability to take this to another level. The supporting cast in place hasn't always been sufficient and we're putting some good pieces in place. Also, Tocchet is making a difference. Loved Bruce and he was right at the time for where the team was, but this is now a matter of pushing forward. They deserve some momentum and the confidence that goes with that. It must've been so deflating when they weren't getting the results they wanted and, at times, deserved. It's all about keeping it in check though...one lesson is that "a" convincing win doesn't mean you've done something special. Each game is a fresh slate and you have to prove yourself in on ongoing basis. They're learning how to do that...to be ready for the next game after a good win. The losses after the wins were an important part of it...to remind them they couldn't coast or rest on a couple of wins. It slips away if you do that and I believe they get that part. It's so nice to not be in a big hole in October though...this team's for real. As much as we've relied on Demko for wins, they're now helping him get the wins. That's what separates someone who does it for money versus someone who does it for the passion. All these players have some kind of passion for the game, but the ones who REALLY succeed do it because they love the game so much. One such person? Quinn Hughes. What an unreal player! I'm sure they will keep everything in check because Hughes is THAT person personified. He always strikes me as a brilliant person, but one that keeps himself humble and grounded. What a great captain choice. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toni Zamboni Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 CDC closing down and the new forum allowing swearing 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PureQuickness Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 Just now, Toni Zamboni said: CDC closing down and the new forum allowing swearing Old CDC fucked up, honestly. Terrible decision making by the people up top. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gwarrior Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 2 hours ago, HKSR said: Was having an 8-1 blowout of Edmonton to start the season. They really couldn't have asked for a better start and to feel good about themselves. No kidding. The only thing that would have made it better, is if Boeser could have gotten that 5th goal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Top Corner Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 Pairing Hughes with Hronek has to be one of the best things. They're looking pretty dominant, so far. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baratheon Posted October 28, 2023 Share Posted October 28, 2023 14 minutes ago, Top Corner said: Pairing Hughes with Hronek has to be one of the best things. They're looking pretty dominant, so far. It's great. Even if they aren't a permanent pairing, it's nice to know that you can go to it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RawkDrummer Posted October 29, 2023 Share Posted October 29, 2023 Seen so many good signs so far. Boeser checking hard, skating hard and his rifle shot. Outstanding is the only thing to say about Quinn. Petey's desire and adding the back checking, throwing hits. Miller is still Miller can't ask for more Demko is the best version of himself. and their's more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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