Max Pacioretty stands strong in front of the net to get the game winner in the final minute of the third period. "That's my first playoff goal in my career," says Pacioretty in an interview with CBC. "I've been pushing and the coach has been encouraging me," he adds.
Pacioretty had some family support at the playoff game. "This is only my dads second game this year," he says. "I always play well in front of him so it's great to have him out here," says Pacioretty. All those years at the rink definitely paid off for Pacioretty's dad, he looked as excited and proud as a parent could be.
The Montreal Canadiens sweep the first round of playoffs against Tampa Bay in 4 games. They'll have a week off before the next series.
Tuesday, April 22, 2014
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
The Habs Need Some Oiling as the Gears Grind Versus Edmonton
Edmonton came into Montreal Tuesday evening missing some star talent. Taylor Hall was out with a knee injury and Ryan Smith with a groin injury. Edmonton still has a lot of scoring depth and came back from a 2-0 deficit to Montreal and won 4-3.
PK is Growing Up
People are finally cutting Subban some slack. I remember his rookie year when he was coming down the ice making beautiful moves and the RDS commentators could only criticize him because once in a while he loses the puck. The truth is that he is one of the best defensemen in the league for bringing the puck across the opponents blue line. He made some beautiful setups against Edmonton. This season the commentators finally give him some credit for the good work he's doing and cut him some slack if he occasionally makes a mistake. Overall, he's creating more opportunities for the team with 11 points in nine games so far this year. He is plus 4 (+/-).
Against Edmonton he assisted on Montreal's third goal with a nice saucer pass to Plekanec.
Trying Until the Dying Seconds
I have to give Montreal credit for trying until the end of the game. I can't think of anything worse than watching the last 30 seconds of a hockey game when the losing team doesn't even care to go after the puck. That was not the case Tuesday against Edmonton for the Habs. They were hungry for a goal right to the end. Bourque scored with 2.6 seconds left in the game. That left the score at 4-3, where it would end.
PK is Growing Up
People are finally cutting Subban some slack. I remember his rookie year when he was coming down the ice making beautiful moves and the RDS commentators could only criticize him because once in a while he loses the puck. The truth is that he is one of the best defensemen in the league for bringing the puck across the opponents blue line. He made some beautiful setups against Edmonton. This season the commentators finally give him some credit for the good work he's doing and cut him some slack if he occasionally makes a mistake. Overall, he's creating more opportunities for the team with 11 points in nine games so far this year. He is plus 4 (+/-).
Against Edmonton he assisted on Montreal's third goal with a nice saucer pass to Plekanec.
Trying Until the Dying Seconds
I have to give Montreal credit for trying until the end of the game. I can't think of anything worse than watching the last 30 seconds of a hockey game when the losing team doesn't even care to go after the puck. That was not the case Tuesday against Edmonton for the Habs. They were hungry for a goal right to the end. Bourque scored with 2.6 seconds left in the game. That left the score at 4-3, where it would end.
Wednesday, August 28, 2013
Habs Just got Taller - Another Sizeable Off-season Acquisition
The Habs picked up 6-foot-3 defenseman Douglas Murray, signing him to a one-year deal. That adds to a series of moves this summer aimed at making the Habs a bigger team. The Habs drafted 6-foot-5 Michael McCarron and signed 6-foot-5 tough guy George Parros earlier this summer.
Take a look at the Murray videos we've gathered for you to see his monstrous style of play.
What happens when two big guys skate into the corner? Brian Boyle sits on his ass.
Murray is big and strong enough to make 6-foot-7 Brian Boyle go down. I'll take it.
Big hitting and hard shooting sniper? Murray is an all-star acquisition. He can do it all.
In this video, Murray scores on the Habs. I'd much rather him putting the puck in for us than against us.
Murray's grandfather was introduced to the IIHF in 1998. He played on Djurgardens, the most decorated team in Sweden. That's part of what made Murray so excited to play in Montreal. He loves hockey's history and is excited to play on an Original Six team.
Murray had spent most of his NHL career playing with the Sharks, a total of seven seasons. Finally, he played with the Penguins last season, earning some valuable playoff experience, since the Pens made it all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals.
Judging by Murray's past, he not a huge points-scorer. His highest scoring season was in 2009-2010. He scored four goals and earned 13 assists playing with the Sharks.
Take a look at the Murray videos we've gathered for you to see his monstrous style of play.
Murray Hammers Boyle
What happens when two big guys skate into the corner? Brian Boyle sits on his ass.
Murray is big and strong enough to make 6-foot-7 Brian Boyle go down. I'll take it.
He Can Shoot
Big hitting and hard shooting sniper? Murray is an all-star acquisition. He can do it all.
This is Why We Don't Want Him On the Other Team
In this video, Murray scores on the Habs. I'd much rather him putting the puck in for us than against us.
Murray's History
Murray's grandfather was introduced to the IIHF in 1998. He played on Djurgardens, the most decorated team in Sweden. That's part of what made Murray so excited to play in Montreal. He loves hockey's history and is excited to play on an Original Six team.
Murray had spent most of his NHL career playing with the Sharks, a total of seven seasons. Finally, he played with the Penguins last season, earning some valuable playoff experience, since the Pens made it all the way to the Eastern Conference Finals.
What we Can Expect
Judging by Murray's past, he not a huge points-scorer. His highest scoring season was in 2009-2010. He scored four goals and earned 13 assists playing with the Sharks.
Tuesday, August 27, 2013
Team Canada Won't Skate on Ice During Tryouts this Summer
It appears like Team Canada ice hockey tryouts will be iceless. They have resorted to playing ball hockey on the streets. Seriously? Okay, that's the worst idea I've ever heard. Apparently, the insurance is too expensive.
If I was an insurance company I would jump in to save the day just for the free marketing. This is just pure insanity.
Team Canada wants to win a Gold medal in ice hockey at the Olympics and we're not even playing on ice? This is the only chance that these players have to play together before the Olympics. It would only make sense to take advantage.
Roberto Luongo was in nets during the gold medal game for Canada in 2010. However, he's been playing inconsistently in Vancouver. Mike Smith, Braden Holtby and Carey Price are all invited to the training camp. Critics believe that Carey Price is the best challenger for the top spot after Luongo.
If goaltending is Canada's biggest trouble, I think they'll do well. There's some pretty solid choices to protect the net.
If I was an insurance company I would jump in to save the day just for the free marketing. This is just pure insanity.
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| Team Canada playing ball hockey at the Olympic tryouts. |
Who will be Team Canada's Goalie?
Roberto Luongo was in nets during the gold medal game for Canada in 2010. However, he's been playing inconsistently in Vancouver. Mike Smith, Braden Holtby and Carey Price are all invited to the training camp. Critics believe that Carey Price is the best challenger for the top spot after Luongo.
If goaltending is Canada's biggest trouble, I think they'll do well. There's some pretty solid choices to protect the net.
Summer Camp Roster
| Goaltenders | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Corey Crawford | L/G | 6'2" | 208 | 12/31/84 | Montreal, Que. | Chicago Blackhawks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Braden Holtby | L/G | 6'2" | 203 | 09/16/89 | Lloydminster, Sask. | Washington Capitals (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| *# Roberto Luongo | L/G | 6'3" | 217 | 04/04/79 | Montreal, Que. | Vancouver Canucks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Carey Price | L/G | 6'3" | 209 | 08/16/87 | Anahim Lake, B.C. | Montreal Canadiens (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mike Smith | L/G | 6'4" | 215 | 03/22/82 | Kingston, Ont. | Phoenix Coyotes (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Defense | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Karl Alzner | L/G | 6'3" | 217 | 09/24/88 | Burnaby, B.C. | Washington Capitals (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| # Jay Bouwmeester | L/G | 6'4" | 212 | 09/27/83 | Edmonton, Alta. | St. Louis Blues (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Dan Boyle | R/D | 5'11" | 190 | 07/12/76 | Ottawa, Ont. | San Jose Sharks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Drew Doughty | R/D | 6'1" | 208 | 12/08/89 | London, Ont. | Los Angeles Kings (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Mike Green | R/D | 6'1" | 207 | 10/12/85 | Calgary, Alta. | Washington Capitals (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Dan Hamhuis | L/G | 6'1" | 209 | 12/13/82 | Smithers, B.C. | Vancouver Canucks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Travis Hamonic | R/D | 6'1" | 206 | 08/16/90 | St. Malo, Man. | New York Islanders (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Duncan Keith | L/G | 6'1" | 200 | 07/16/83 | Penticton, B.C. | Chicago Blackhawks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Kristopher Letang | R/D | 6'0" | 201 | 04/24/87 | Ste-Julie, Que. | Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Marc Methot | L/G | 6'3" | 231 | 06/21/85 | Ottawa, Ont. | Ottawa Senators (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Dion Phaneuf | L/G | 6'3" | 214 | 04/10/85 | Edmonton, Alta. | Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Alex Pietrangelo | R/D | 6'3" | 201 | 01/18/90 | King City, Ont. | St. Louis Blues (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Brent Seabrook | R/D | 6'3" | 221 | 04/20/85 | Tsawwassen, B.C. | Chicago Blackhawks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Marc Staal | L/G | 6'4" | 207 | 01/13/87 | Thunder Bay, Ont. | New York Rangers (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PK Subban | R/D | 6'0" | 216 | 05/13/89 | Toronto, Ont. | Montreal Canadiens (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Marc-Édouard Vlasic | L/G | 6'1" | 205 | 03/30/87 | Montreal, Que. | San Jose Sharks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Shea Weber | R/D | 6'4" | 233 | 08/14/85 | Sicamous, B.C. | Nashville Predators (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Forwards | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Patrice Bergeron | R/D | 6'2" | 194 | 07/24/85 | Sillery, Que. | Boston Bruins (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Jeff Carter | R/D | 6'4" | 210 | 01/01/85 | London, Ont. | Los Angeles Kings (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Logan Couture | L/G | 6'1" | 200 | 03/28/89 | London, Ont. | San Jose Sharks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Sidney Crosby | L/G | 5'11" | 200 | 08/07/87 | Cole Harbour, N.S. | Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Matt Duchene | L/G | 5'11" | 200 | 01/16/91 | Haliburton, Ont. | Colorado Avalanche (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Jordan Eberle | R/D | 5'10" | 184 | 05/15/90 | Regina, Sask. | Edmonton Oilers (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Ryan Getzlaf | R/D | 6'4" | 221 | 05/10/85 | Regina, Sask. | Anaheim Ducks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Claude Giroux | R/D | 5'11" | 172 | 01/12/88 | Ottawa, Ont. | Philadelphia Flyers (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Taylor Hall | L/G | 6'1" | 194 | 11/14/91 | Kingston, Ont. | Edmonton Oilers (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Chris Kunitz | L/G | 6'0" | 193 | 09/26/79 | Regina, Sask. | Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Andrew Ladd | L/G | 6'2" | 205 | 12/12/85 | Maple Ridge, B.C. | Winnipeg Jets (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Milan Lucic | L/G | 6'4" | 220 | 06/07/88 | Vancouver, B.C. | Boston Bruins (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Brad Marchand | L/G | 5'9" | 183 | 05/11/88 | Hammonds Plains, N.S. | Boston Bruins (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| *# Rick Nash | L/G | 6'4" | 213 | 06/16/84 | Brampton, Ont. | New York Rangers (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| James Neal | L/G | 6'2" | 208 | 09/03/87 | Whitby, Ont. | Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Corey Perry | R/D | 6'3" | 210 | 05/16/85 | Peterborough, Ont. | Anaheim Ducks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Michael Richards | L/G | 5'11" | 200 | 02/11/85 | Kenora, Ont. | Los Angeles Kings (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Patrick Sharp | R/D | 6'1" | 199 | 12/27/81 | Thunder Bay, Ont. | Chicago Blackhawks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| *# Eric Staal | L/G | 6'4" | 205 | 10/29/84 | Thunder Bay, Ont. | Carolina Hurricanes (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Jordan Staal | L/G | 6'4" | 220 | 09/10/88 | Thunder Bay, Ont. | Carolina Hurricanes (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| # Martin St. Louis | R/D | 5'9" | 185 | 06/18/75 | Laval, Que. | Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Steven Stamkos | R/D | 6'0" | 190 | 02/07/90 | Unionville, Ont. | Tampa Bay Lightning (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| John Tavares | L/G | 6'0" | 199 | 09/20/90 | Oakville, Ont. | New York Islanders (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| *# Joe Thornton | L/G | 6'4" | 225 | 07/02/79 | St. Thomas, Ont. | San Jose Sharks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| * Jonathan Toews | L/G | 6'2" | 210 | 04/29/88 | Winnipeg, Man. | Chicago Blackhawks (NHL) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Thursday, August 22, 2013
Subban Summer Training
Subban shows off his power, and his muscles dragging some heavy-looking weights through Montreal streets.
He also smack-talks a mystery "Marc". I sure hope that he doesn't talk to Marc Bergevin like that!
He also smack-talks a mystery "Marc". I sure hope that he doesn't talk to Marc Bergevin like that!
Tuesday, August 20, 2013
Review of Habs Top Scorers 2012-13 Season: Max Pacioretty 15 Goals
This is the third editon of the top three scorers of the 2012-2013 season. This time Max Pacioretty is the hero. Let's watch his goals from last season. Maybe, it will inspire you to buy his stick instead of Crosby's. Pacioretty is one of the best players in the league. In fact, Andrew Berkshire, of Eyes On The Prize (EOTP), statistically proves that Max Pacioretty is better than Bobby Ryan, but with less hype.
See these articles for a review of goals by Brendan Gallagher and Tomas Plekanec.
Pacioretty was the Habs top offensive producer during the 2012-13 season. He tied Gallagher for goals with 15. Pacioretty also had 39 points, 1 more than Subban. Max is a very solid player all-around. He plays good defense and good offense. He can win battles along the boards at both ends of the ice. He sees the ice well and can set up his teammates. He has a great shot. He's often able to snipe small openings.
He always tries to score from center ice. See my favorite goal for more explanation.
Pacioretty scores individual effort goals, however, most of his goals are plays with teammates. He is really good at moving the puck and sometimes it comes back to him to score. He's also digging the puck out of the corners and winning battles along the boards.
My favorite Pacioretty goal is #1. In this play, he wasn't even at center ice yet when he chips the puck forward. It's not even clear that he's trying to get the puck on net, but it takes a funny bounce and fools Carolina's goalie. What was funny about the goal was that Pacioretty took so many shots from center ice for the rest of the season. He never scored from far again. But, the boyish grin he had on his face when he tried was priceless.
Enjoy the video!
Honestly, Pacioretty is pretty well rounded. I mean he's not as skilled as Sidney Crosby and doesn't have quite as much energy or drive as Alex Ovechkin, but otherwise, it's hard to reproach Pacioretty for anything.
Pacioretty will be amongst the leading scorers again for the 2013-14 season. I predict that he will have 30 goals and 25 assists for 47 points. That's if he can stay healthy this season. Last year, he had 39 points in only 44 games since the season was shortened from the lockout.
Everything. If you enjoyed watching Pacioretty's goals, have a look at what Brendan Gallagher and Tomas Plekanec can do. Plekanec sees the ice so well and Gallagher is like a smiling kid.
See these articles for a review of goals by Brendan Gallagher and Tomas Plekanec.
What Makes Pacioretty a Great Player?
Pacioretty was the Habs top offensive producer during the 2012-13 season. He tied Gallagher for goals with 15. Pacioretty also had 39 points, 1 more than Subban. Max is a very solid player all-around. He plays good defense and good offense. He can win battles along the boards at both ends of the ice. He sees the ice well and can set up his teammates. He has a great shot. He's often able to snipe small openings.
What's Funny About Pacioretty?
He always tries to score from center ice. See my favorite goal for more explanation.
What Type of Goals Does Pacioretty Score?
Pacioretty scores individual effort goals, however, most of his goals are plays with teammates. He is really good at moving the puck and sometimes it comes back to him to score. He's also digging the puck out of the corners and winning battles along the boards.
My Favorite Plekanec Goal
My favorite Pacioretty goal is #1. In this play, he wasn't even at center ice yet when he chips the puck forward. It's not even clear that he's trying to get the puck on net, but it takes a funny bounce and fools Carolina's goalie. What was funny about the goal was that Pacioretty took so many shots from center ice for the rest of the season. He never scored from far again. But, the boyish grin he had on his face when he tried was priceless.
Enjoy the video!
What he's lacking:
Honestly, Pacioretty is pretty well rounded. I mean he's not as skilled as Sidney Crosby and doesn't have quite as much energy or drive as Alex Ovechkin, but otherwise, it's hard to reproach Pacioretty for anything.
What I predict for 2013:
Pacioretty will be amongst the leading scorers again for the 2013-14 season. I predict that he will have 30 goals and 25 assists for 47 points. That's if he can stay healthy this season. Last year, he had 39 points in only 44 games since the season was shortened from the lockout.
Plekanec Sees Everything
Everything. If you enjoyed watching Pacioretty's goals, have a look at what Brendan Gallagher and Tomas Plekanec can do. Plekanec sees the ice so well and Gallagher is like a smiling kid.
Friday, August 16, 2013
Review of Habs Top Scorers 2012-13 Season: Tomas Plekanec 15 Goals
The Habs daily is reviewing the goals of the Habs top three scorers during the 2012-2013 season. In this second edition we will watch Tomas Plekanec's goals. For Brendan Gallagher, click here and stay tuned for Max Pacioretty.
Whether you look at goals or points, Plekanec was the Habs third most productive player during the 2012-2013 campaign with 14 goals and 19 assists. What's the key to Plekanec success?
Plekanec has great vision on the ice. He is able to find an open player and make crisp cross-ice passes. He has a sniper's vision and can pick off a corner of the net. He is also a fantastic skater.
His mustache. It's so funny that I had to add this section just for Plekanec. Does he think it's Movember all year around?
Plekanec is a natural goal scorer. He looks so relaxed when he scores. It's almost effortless. Often the situations that he scores from don't even appear dangerous for the opposition team, but next thing you know, the pucks in the back of the net.
Goals #6 and #7 in this video are my favorite. In #6 we see how explosively Plekanec skates. He also has great finishing skills on a breakaway. In #7, Plekanec shows that edgy second effort. It looks like Philly is going to stop him.... everyones flopping all over the ice... and Plekanec scores!
Enjoy the video!
Plekanec is a great playmaker, but he is missing some toughness. I would like to see him get messy in front of the net more often. He prefers sticking to the outside and sniping. I would also like to see some big hits from Plekanec. I rarely see him line an opposition player up, but he should be able to bulldoze a guy every so often.
Plekanec is not getting any younger. He will be 31 this season. He still has a few more solid seasons to come. However, we need some of the young guys to start taking over. Plekanec will still be a contributor to the Habs powerplay, sniping in a few shots. Plekanec is also a great leader, who can set an example for the guys coming up. I predict that Plekanec will get 60 points this season - 25 goals, 35 assists. That's less than his career high 70 point in 2009-10, but more than last season with 33 points.
If you liked Plekanec's goals, watch Brendan Gallaghers. The rookie scored 15 last year. He is such a passionate player who drives hard to the front of the net. I love Gallagher's energy and his childish smile.
What Makes Plekanec a Great Player?
Whether you look at goals or points, Plekanec was the Habs third most productive player during the 2012-2013 campaign with 14 goals and 19 assists. What's the key to Plekanec success?
Plekanec has great vision on the ice. He is able to find an open player and make crisp cross-ice passes. He has a sniper's vision and can pick off a corner of the net. He is also a fantastic skater.
What's Funny About Plekanec?
His mustache. It's so funny that I had to add this section just for Plekanec. Does he think it's Movember all year around?
What Type of Goals Does Plekanec Score?
Plekanec is a natural goal scorer. He looks so relaxed when he scores. It's almost effortless. Often the situations that he scores from don't even appear dangerous for the opposition team, but next thing you know, the pucks in the back of the net.
My Favorite Plekanec Goal
Goals #6 and #7 in this video are my favorite. In #6 we see how explosively Plekanec skates. He also has great finishing skills on a breakaway. In #7, Plekanec shows that edgy second effort. It looks like Philly is going to stop him.... everyones flopping all over the ice... and Plekanec scores!
Enjoy the video!
What he's lacking:
Plekanec is a great playmaker, but he is missing some toughness. I would like to see him get messy in front of the net more often. He prefers sticking to the outside and sniping. I would also like to see some big hits from Plekanec. I rarely see him line an opposition player up, but he should be able to bulldoze a guy every so often.
What I predict for 2013:
Plekanec is not getting any younger. He will be 31 this season. He still has a few more solid seasons to come. However, we need some of the young guys to start taking over. Plekanec will still be a contributor to the Habs powerplay, sniping in a few shots. Plekanec is also a great leader, who can set an example for the guys coming up. I predict that Plekanec will get 60 points this season - 25 goals, 35 assists. That's less than his career high 70 point in 2009-10, but more than last season with 33 points.
Gallagher's Dazzling Puck Skills
If you liked Plekanec's goals, watch Brendan Gallaghers. The rookie scored 15 last year. He is such a passionate player who drives hard to the front of the net. I love Gallagher's energy and his childish smile.
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