Comments on: Devils beat Caps 5-0

By: Ovechkin, Backstrom, and Laich Lead Caps over Canes 3-2

Ovechkin, Backstrom, and Laich Lead Caps over Canes 3-2 — Thu, 25 Nov 2010 07:56:06 +0000

[...] games, two of which pathetically, and had generally looked careless and sloppy throughout each. After Monday’s 5-0 loss to the New Jersey Devils, their jolly Captain faced questions about his leadership after showing a lack of tact during Bruce [...]

By: Shutouts With Five Goals Against Are Rare

Shutouts With Five Goals Against Are Rare — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 19:17:19 +0000

[...] Getting shut out twice in three games is bad, but when they both involve giving up five goals against it is definitely no laughing matter. All teams, even Cup contenders, eventually have to pick up their socks, but how often does it get this bad? [...]

By: Sister Ovechkin

Sister Ovechkin — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 02:52:51 +0000

I totally agree with Bobby G! Ovie needs to start jumping into the plays like he used to and create his own time and space. This sitting back and watching the play develop is completely out of line and not acceptable! I think I’ll put a call into the local parish for a exorcism because something has got happen! I would also suggest the following little ditty to be in constant rotation on Ovie’s Ipod: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uYN_NCcfOC0

By: BobbyG

BobbyG — Wed, 24 Nov 2010 00:12:32 +0000

The Capitals certainly haven’t been playing Capitals hockey lately. That’s why I decided to remain upbeat, to convince myself that eventually they will put this atypical play behind them and find their groove as The Horn Guy suggested. I’m not ready to panic–yet.

As for Ovie, I also have to reluctantly agree with Rockin’ the Red in VA and Dawn that perhaps now might be a good time to sit Ovie for a game, not as punishment, but to hopfully provide an opportunity for him to clear his head and re-focus. Manda is correct; Ovie has looked too relaxed bordering on disinterested at times. Maybe the experience of sitting and watching while his teammates are out on the ice playing and competing will be enough to remind him how great the game of hockey is and how much he loves it. He has to realize he must give 100% effort if he wants to wear the Caps jersey with the Captain’s C on it.

I pity the ‘Canes tomorrow night.

By: J.P.

J.P. — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 22:04:59 +0000

Bruce’s continuing mancrush on Turnover Machine Tyler Sloan is going to keep getting our goalies hung out to dry. Dude is in no way, shape, or form an NHL level player. If there’s not someone better somewhere down on the farm, then the Caps are in serious trouble with their player development.

By: Dawn

Dawn — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 20:39:11 +0000

@Rockin’ the Red in VA – I absolutely agree. Alex’s performance is not acceptable. He needs to get his damn head in the game because these shut-outs are not cool whatsoever.

And Holtby should not be crucified because of our defense not doing their jobs. He’s a rookie and titled to some mistakes. Too many people put the world on the shoulders of the rookies and it’s not fair.

By: Peter Hassett

Peter Hassett — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 17:00:42 +0000

@Rockin’ the Red in VA

I was thinking the same thing. Maybe sitting 8 for a game would do good. At least it would make it clear that his current level of shit-giving isn’t acceptable.

By: Rockin' The Red in VA

Rockin' The Red in VA — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 16:42:33 +0000

Here’s one man’s take. . .

The Caps have taken us to such heights over the last few seasons. With Ovie stickhandling and goal scoring antics, Backstroms ability to move a puck, “Game Over” Green’s blasts from the point, and just general magic from everyone else. We’ve come to expect NOTHING but the best from this squad, and when we get taken out back and beaten like we stole something. . .it hurts. Bottom Line!

Also, we cannot blame this soley on a rookie goaltender. Sure Holtby would love to have some of them back, but a defense that picks and chooses when to play just isn’t going to cut it!

Heres a nugget to chew on. . .I know this site is dedicated to our Russian friends, but maybe Coach BB, and GM GM should take the “C” and sit the Great 8 for a game, not a punishment but as a opportunity to reflect on the past 2 weeks. Or more importantly the 2 of the last 3 games.

But at the end of the day this is a team sport. . . We win as a team and lose as a team!

Go Caps!

By: 28ISGREAT

28ISGREAT — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 15:30:44 +0000

…and I know we shouldn’t pile on Holtby – but – I mean really!?

Honestly, he’s just not ready for prime time. Thats not piling on – thats just tough love.

By: 28ISGREAT

28ISGREAT — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 15:28:36 +0000

“Those long, diagonal stretch passes through the neutral zone and ineffectual point-blank slapshots into traffic don’t just signify carelessness, they signify entitlement.”

EXACTLY! I thought the same thing while suffering through the eye-rape that was last night’s game.

I pity the poor Hurricanes on Wed – here’s hoping the boys play like a woman scorned!