Life without Karlsson and Spezza is going to be a grind.
The Ottawa Senators are going to have to work for every goal then score and play strong defensively along the way. That is exactly what they were able to do this afternoon in New Jersey.
And even with Anderson taking the afternoon off, the Senators continue to get excellent goaltending, this time from Ben Bishop. He was beat early on by Stephen Gionta but completely shut the door from that point on, giving the Sens a chance to come away with a couple points.
Bishop was strong in the shootout as well, outwaiting the first two Devils shooters and then looking on as former-Senator Bobby Butler missed the net by a foot and a half with the game on the line. Jakob Silverberg scored the lone goal for the Senators, surprising Brodeur with a wicked wrist shot that beat the Devils goaltender high to the glovehand side.
Sergei Gonchar led all Sens in ice time logging 27:10 and was strong on the back end. Alfredsson led all forwards, logging a season high 24:02.
A masterpiece it was not, but a huge two points for the Senators.
Quick turnaround for MacLean's group as they are back at it tomorrow night against John Tavares and the New York Islanders.
tell us how you really feel
Silfverberg goal
it's like you're asking for him to come back. I guess because Michalek isn't playing he has nothing to talk about. Also the sens won so he can't complain about anythig michalek or not.
An interference play on Smith.. Gryba was called for a much less infraction on a similar play.
That slash in OT -- can't remember who it was on for the Sens. Both of those plays were in full view of the refs...
I thought the refs were going to call everything regardless as to when in the game it was or playoff game or not. Another untruth... or downright incompetence.
But a great win.. hopefully to continue tomorrow against the Isles... who lost 7-0 today to Philly. They won't be in a good mood. BTW -- Carkner was not in the lineup today for the Isles. Is he hurt or a scratch? Another FYI -- Konopka was a healthy scratch in the Wild/Wings game last night.
Every shift without Karlsson out there reminds us just what a difference maker he was..
Rant of the year!
But bang on. The reffing has be absurd at best. The Volchenkov interference at the end?! Couldn't believe it.
Gusty 2pts boys. 19 more wins gets us in.
Go SENS Go!!!
Puemple held off the score sheet today.. but I believe he had 2 goals yesterday.
I believe these two are AHL eligible next season?
Big body that can hit and fight and skate and on top of that is a pretty good D-man. I say keep him.
Karlsson-Methot
Cowen-Weircioch
Phillips-Gryba
Extra Benoit or Boro
I love the idiots that click the thumbs down button. Firstly, its retarded. Secondly, trading Bishop while his value would probably be the best thing for this organization and he has been solid in his last two games, making big saves.
But lets just keep 3 goalies who are capable of playing real NHL minutes. Good thinking!
They do it for the freaking Canadiens....
Wouldn't put too much stock into the thumbs up/thumbs down lol, hopefully it doesn't bring back poor high school memories for ya!
In all honesty Bishop has looked solid, very impressed. Any deal that we do would definitely be at the deadline though.
Just because we win one game in shootout doesn't mean this team has any business going to the playoffs lol. We are two days removed from a 3-0 loss to the Leafs!
Let's just keep an even keel, and if we make the playoffs then great, but if not I would obviously rather be bottom 5.
It's a school day at Pinecrest Elementary
ceci with a 2 goal game in a 3-2 victory.
Lots of people stating opinions or counter opinions and moving on.
of course the usual windbags weren't here
Ottawa Senators @NHL_Sens
Two weeks ago Daniel Alfredsson said kids everywhere should be studying Silfverberg's shot. Now you know why. #BlinkAndYoullM issIt
I could be a pessimist but, for now, I'll stick to optimism
Stone is a couple weeks away. Haven't heard an update on Hoffman but he's not any closer.
I was wondering on the timing of Zibby being a scratch. Followed by an article from our favourite garrioch that the Sens are inquiring a out O'Reilly. Would make sense. Similar player for them in return.
A team decimated by key long term injuries to some of it's better players beats a team with a world-class goaltender and a team near the top of the Eastern Conference.
Of course, we are happy.
Yes they lost to the Leafs on Sat. Leafs scored on two deflected goals and an empty net goal.
In that game 3 of the young guys played in their first NHL game.. I'm sure there were nerves.
Question is, can we beat the Leafs at SBP on Saturday.. and will enough Sens fans show up to drown out the Leaf fans.
I curse HNIC probably for demanding Leaf games on Saturday nights. If it was a game against them through the week... the fans from Toronto could not attend.
Good win boys...keep it going for tomorrow.
Silverburg shot was a thing of beauty.
Bishop was Solid as a rock, hats off to him.
Was going to let it go but your tittle infers that you think you know something, anyone that truly knows anything knows he does not know everything and saying everyone else is an idiot goes back to your title, anyways you got thumbs down because it really lacks class to talk about trading a player after they had a performance like that for our team and gave us a win.
That is just my opinion. not trying to start anything , just saying
So, if I give all your comments a thumbs up, will that make me smarter?
Go SENS GO!
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/1533502-colorado-avalanche-reportedly-talked-to-new-york-rangers-about-ryan-oreilly
Agree 100%.
Typical experts and the team overhyping the product... I seriously dont think hes the real deal considering he had one good year, and the before that was pretty much a non-factor.
Lol I went to that school 25 yrs ago
I agree he's overhyped but I wouldn't trade any of our #1 picks
Is he the same guy who coaches then when we pull our goalie to try to tie it up?
That F##k needs to go.
Suck it Phaneuf
google is a new invention.
Versus the same franchise...
Did you hear that?.....
Everyone's mind was just blown...
Shit just got real.
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So with a shootout does Alfie's goal count as the Game Winner?
I believe it counts as a gtg (game tying goal)
Yea, things seemed to go quiet in a hurry. Not saying it's dead, just that I haven't heard anything new in the last week or so.
It was meant to spark a new conversation. But thanks.
For those of you that have noticed the Evolution of Brent Burns over 8 years...enjoy the photo - http://i.imgur.com/Ftkvm.jpg
Its Brian Strait not Mark Streit
I may be one of the few that wishes for a turn around of the Isles. Hopefully the move in a few years helps, but I think they need a fron office overhaul.
Wasn't as simple as Googling "When can NHL teams sign college free agents?", I know that since I have tried. But after lengthy research, I can only assume that the end of the regular season is March 9, or week 23 of 23 - this is the last day for games. I assume that any non-playoff team players finishing their NCAA eligibility can be signed, ideally that would be juniors and seniors.
I can't see Bryan trading either one. Zibanejad wasn't great the last few games but he's showing signs of the early first round pick that he is. I think he'll be solid.
As for Bishop - I do think Murray will be a bit anxious until he plays again. If Bishop's next game is anything like his first game of the year his stock will drop a lot. But in general it's too early to trade him unless some team makes a huge offer. His value will be highest closer to the deadline, at which time we can call up Lehner for the remainder of the season (poor Bingo).
I'm also expecting our junior players to end up in Bingo or even Ottawa after the junior season is over.
Damn... lol
Thanks for the correction though, but still do not want BM to make any trades unless he gets an offer that is just too good.
Just an option skate for the Sens this morning and apparently no sign of Peter Regin. His status remains up in the air for tonight.
Me too
On D all play well but I dont like the play of Lundin. I think he is our worst D.
Gryba plays very well. Go Sens Go! Try hard every game and I dont want to hear tha fail for a good pick shit. When it happens, ok but other than this try to reach a playoffspot and get the most experience out of this.
Sorry for my bad english, greets from Germanys biggest Sens Fan!
Again I really would prefer to see no trades at this point, just an idea that popped in my head that's all. What do you all think?
That's too funny..
I had no idea he wore 88...
Pretty bold statement.
How many games have you watched him play and why is it that so many teams are bidding on him?
He is being compared to Toews, if he's even close then I'd say the hype is warranted.
I dont swap Michalek for Hudler. They are at the same age and Hudler dont have the same Twoway game as Milan and not more offense than Michalek. Hudler is a lot smaller than Michalek. Michalek should play with daCosta when back in the Lineup. He needs a playmaker.
11. Do you remember when Murray took heat for signing goaltender Craig Anderson to a four-year, $12.75-million extension? Now that contract looks beautiful. I joked with him last week that some GMs said he could get half a team for Anderson. Murray laughed and said, "Tell those guys to call me." If he ever seriously decided to do it, Ottawa would get a lot in return.
From Elliot Freedman 30 thoughts this morning.
That can usually be fixed with a change of scenery, I mean look at Turris...Look at Semin in Carolina, he's playing very well. I think Ovie was the problem...
Game was extremely boring and tough to watch, these types of games will become more and more our style as we try and stay in the playoff picture. I mean we cant score so we put all of our eggs on DEF whch we can play very well. Waiting for a mistake or capitalize on our chances like Alfie did.
Winnin vs those lesser teams early in the season is really paying off, get points when u can, in the end, playoffs are usually decided by 2-3 points!
IMO it will be small, no point in getting any help for this year as we have too many injuries to contend for the Cup.
BUT... if Murray really wants to make a splash for next year and the years to come, trade for Perry! SENS have the assets to make that trade happen.
I really doubt Murray trades for Perry since he couple probably sign him in the off-season (if he has any hope of resigning him after a trade).
However I think either way nothing will happen until much nearer the deadline (unless somebody comes in with an absolutely ridiculous offer for Bishop or Anderson).
As much as I don't think the Senators are thinking of tanking it doesn't make much sense to bring in a Perry or a Weiss or an O'Reilly at this point in time. Not with such a solid group of draft prospects.
There's no tanking required for this team, we have all seen how much we have struggled since Karlsson got injured and with all of the other problems. Even trying our hardest and letting the season play out we will probably be pushed out of the playoffs anyway.
As hard as it is to take, this is probably the best season to have these sort of problems.
MacLean says following changes for tonight: Anderson to start. Benoit in for Lundin. Zibanejad is in for O'Brien.
Interesting moves but I like them. JOB has been solid but a game off won't hurt him. Lundin has been invisible (in a good way mostly) but Wiercioch is part of the future so may as well let him stay in.
Given that Murray should be planning to trade Lundin at the deadline, I'm a bit surprised he's scratched but it's not like we'd get much for him anyway. A team may give us a late pick to add depth on their blue line, but that's about it.
Thanks Nad.
LOL.
Agreed - no reason to "tank" in any way, shape or form. Simply focus on developing our team properly and let our draft pick fall where it may.
"Brodeur thought he had a chance to make a stick save, but it slid past him"
Where did you hear that?
It wasnt even on his stick side, was it? wasnt it top shelf glove side?
Why is it funny if an injured player requires surgery?
Or are you just that useless and sad that getting a reaction like mine is the cheap thrills you were after from making a comment like that...
He's probably laughing at the fact that
we are going to lose yet another player to surgery...Thats 4 so far, Cowen had surgery right?
Or maybe jason is laughing at our misfortune in an ironic way and you're jumping to conclusions too fast?
I'm really curious about the organizations plans for Zibanejad.
Is he trade bait? Do they see him as a long-time Sen? At center, at wing?
Chirp, what do you hear from your sources when his name comes up?
I'm thinking they see him as 3rd line center or top 6 winger. But nothing written in stone since we have a bunch of prospects, some that will work out, others that won't.
@SunGarrioch
Michalek is still being evaluated. As I wrote today he is having a 2nd opinion. Surgery not ruled out. #Sens
Turris 12pt in 16games
Alfie 9pts in 15games
Gonchar 7pts in 13games
Then this is where it falls of dramatically...
Condra 5 in 16
Smith 5 in 16
O'Brien 4 in 15
Neil 4 in 16
Silfverberg 4 in 16
Zibanejad 3 in 10
That sounds about right. But his name has come up in trade talks too, plus we know he was a bit of a consolation pick for Murray after Landeskog and Strome were off the board early.
My personal bias: I really like Zibanejad and I think in 4-5 years he will be a very valuable player wherever he is.
But where there's smoke there's often fire on trade rumours (Vermette, Foligno, etc)
Depressing in a way, but I do like that Turris is our leading scorer. If he's able to keep it up and maybe even push closer to a point a game it'll be another positive out of a loser season.
I haven't really heard Zibanejad come up in trade rumors since he started playing with the big club. I'm pretty glad we didn't make that Nash trade now actually.
Yeah good for Turris but bad for Zib and Silf. The way some people on here talk about them you would think they would have more than 7pts combined...
Now people will say "well Tookie, they are rookies and still young".
Well so are Yakupov 9pts, Huberdeau 9pts, Galchenyuk 9pts, D. Hamilton 6pts just to name a few who have impacts on their teams.
I seriously dont know what we have in Silfverberg and Zibanejad. We can see that they dont completely suck and are obviously not top end talent.
And why is that? Nash would be our top scorer right now. And unquestionably an upgrade to whatever we have on our top line right about now.
For what? a couple of middle tier prospects?
Quoting Hax:
He was rumored to be in a package for Bobby Ryan.
Sounds crazy now, but we have a low-pressure situation where youngsters get way more ice time than they would have if we had no injuries.
Should help with their development - and it's the perfect time for it as a franchise.
I think these injuries will make us much stronger in the long run (ie next year, the years after that).
No Ottawa fans are laughing.
A Leafs troll on the other hand .....
I believe this crop will get us where we should be, not Zib, Silf, Da Costa.
Blah - Blah - Blah !
Don't you EVER shut up ?