Game 6 at Toronto
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So much for the 8PM start meaning they'd start on time. Maybe we can get an actual oZone shift next period.
Saved by the horn. And Swayman's pads. But is it too much to ask for a shot on goal?
Their one time killing shot seemed to catch Woll off guard a bit. So perhaps test him some in the 2nd.
Their one time killing shot seemed to catch Woll off guard a bit. So perhaps test him some in the 2nd.
This team, as of this point, can not handle the pressure of a close out game for whatever reason.
Does anyone have any theories? Like, what the fuq is going on?! Is it simply nerves/pressure or is there something else? How can such a good team with quality character wilt like this?
Hopefully the narrative after this game is about how the Leafs missed early opportunities and couldn’t cash in before the Bs got going. Feels miraculous that it’s tied.
The good news is, they can't do anything with the puck in the offensive zone, either.
Wait....
Well the Bruins were putrid but that shot total flatters the Leafs. The Leafs had very few good chances despite the numbers and also considering how awful we were.
We won’t win playing like that, that is blatantly obvious - but it’s not like our opponents looked remotely close to world beaters.
Toronto should be kicking themselves that they aren’t ahead.
We won’t win playing like that, that is blatantly obvious - but it’s not like our opponents looked remotely close to world beaters.
Toronto should be kicking themselves that they aren’t ahead.
I always stress out during the last minute of the period when they’re in the defensive zone given their propensity for giving up those goals with like 15 seconds left in the period.
That whole sequence was created because the Leafs won a battle in the corner. That's what it takes.
The neutral zone is clogged. Leafs have owned it and unless the Bruins get lucky, they aren't getting through. They can keep trying, and the Leafs will keep picking up the puck around their own blue line and head back the other way.
Get the puck behind them, and win a battle in the corner. That's it. Just because it doesn't work the first 5 times, you keep going. Forechecking is like rebounding. You have to want it more. That's where the goals and drawing penalties are going to come from.
The neutral zone is clogged. Leafs have owned it and unless the Bruins get lucky, they aren't getting through. They can keep trying, and the Leafs will keep picking up the puck around their own blue line and head back the other way.
Get the puck behind them, and win a battle in the corner. That's it. Just because it doesn't work the first 5 times, you keep going. Forechecking is like rebounding. You have to want it more. That's where the goals and drawing penalties are going to come from.
My theory is the coach and leaders just failing to motivate anyone
maybe just overdoing the “relax and we’ll be fine” messaging
Are we sure this team has the ability to win big games? How long has it been since they won a big game in the playoffs? Maybe they’re just mental midgets who wilt under pressure? I’m starting to wonder with the way they’ve played in close out games the past 2 (3?) years.
Totally agreed. People are acting like Toronto is creating chances like Colorado. There was very little danger in that period.
I mean, they made the Cup Final in 2013 and 2019…. but I also hear you… so frustrating
I was trying to figure whether it’s worse than the Wingstop ads that air constantly during Celtics games. I think the Wingstop ads are worse, but it’s close.
How in the living fuck do you come out that fucking flat for a game 6?
Did they listen to goddamn ASMR videos pre game?
I hope someone punched everyone of those dolts in the face at intermission.
JFC.
Did they listen to goddamn ASMR videos pre game?
I hope someone punched everyone of those dolts in the face at intermission.
JFC.
They actually attempted more shots today than they did last game. Hard to believe but true
xG was 0.71-0.31 for the Leafs.
I’m starting to wonder if, 8 games in, teams can key in on the Bruins’ strategies and adjust with relative impunity. Like, they know they can jam the NZ and the Bruins won’t change.
I’m starting to wonder if, 8 games in, teams can key in on the Bruins’ strategies and adjust with relative impunity. Like, they know they can jam the NZ and the Bruins won’t change.