One of the things about hockey is we tend to attribute stories that hinge on the smallest of bounces. An inch to the left or deflection is the difference between legendary hero and ultimate playoff choke.
Anyways, the series is 3-0 on the back of three 1 goal games (the first had two empty-netters) with the Oilers being the better team for most, but not all, of the periods.
This team is flawed and we knew that before the season started, let alone the playoffs.
However this plays out, it would be best to make decisions based on what we already knew of the team through the season, not the sample of the playoffs.
However this plays out, it would be best to make decisions based on what we already knew of the team through the season, not the sample of the playoffs.
If we come back from 3-0, the team will be legendary. If we lose today, the team will be a bust.
But neither is true. They are who we thought they were. Legendary two players, a few support guys, and a bunch of depth that don’t move the needle often enough.
But neither is true. They are who we thought they were. Legendary two players, a few support guys, and a bunch of depth that don’t move the needle often enough.
So the key today: keep playing they have for (most) of the series. And pray to the Hockey Gords for bounces. Maybe get a Hellebuyck voodoo doll. Get your sacrifices ready friends.
Stats don’t matter any more. Just win baby! :)
Stats don’t matter any more. Just win baby! :)
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