Canes vs Islanders 7:30pm

[Panthers Fan 69]

Starting to build something with Koochie???? 

[Anybodyhome]

34 minutes ago, Panthers Fan 69 said:

Starting to build something with Koochie???? 

I'm not quite there yet with the trust factor.

On top of that, is Raanta a total head case after the TB debacle so much so that he's now the #2?

[Anybodyhome]

I don't know the Canes have developed enough consistency to beat this team yet. I know, the Canes beat the Isles 4-3 in OT earlier this month after scoring 3 straight goals to tie the game. Raanta was in net that night.

Not gonna lie, I love this Isles roster. It's stacked with guys I think would play exceptionally well in RBA's system. But, those guys are getting up there in years and the Canes advantage in the transition game and speed through the neutral zone should help.

Do the Canes get to face Sorokin or Varlomov tonight? I honestly thought the Canes might pursue Varlomov on a 1 or 2 year deal and decide to let Raanta or Anderson walk.

[Harbingers]

51 minutes ago, Anybodyhome said:

I'm not quite there yet with the trust factor.

On top of that, is Raanta a total head case after the TB debacle so much so that he's now the #2?

I’m more of the opinion, at this point it’s Pyotr’s net to lose. He did give up “2” in Philly. TT saved his ass on one. Doesn’t mean I trust Pyotr, but it’s the best option we currently have.

We are in a tough spot. We need to play Pyotr to get him into a rhythm. But we also can’t let Raanta get cold if he is actually somewhat healthy before this Canadian swing, especially if he’s yipping. I still think he has a major injury probably inner thigh groin area. The last two times he did the splits, once vs. TB and once in his game before he was super slow to move or get up and in both games you could tell his mobility was hampered after that. The TB game his glove hand was nonexistent when it’s usually his biggest asset. 
 

If it was me I’d go Pyotr tonight, Raanta vs. Buffalo. Then every other in Canada. Starting with Raanta(hopefully off a win) so Pyotr can get a look vs. both Edmonton and Vancouver. Give us a real view at what exactly we are dealing with. 

Edited November 30, 2023 by Harbingers

[Harbingers]

@Anybodyhome that’s a far cry from his low point last year. Here’s to hoping he keeps it up. 

[Harbingers]

Bunts still on 1. Svech on 4. Dunno if he’s playing or not. Not digging this if he is. Necas needs to be dropped to 4 not svech. 

[backINblack28]

I just think they're being cautious with Raanta given that Fred is injured and we're one injury away from having a pretty dire backup situation. That in addition to every chunk of experience Pyotr gets is house money. It's early enough in the season that the starts should pay dividends now and later.

[Harbingers]

Here’s the full rundown. Seems Rod is basically set in keeping the Orlov/Chatty line solid. Orlov has definitely hit his stride over the past couple games. I think give it maybe a month more and he’s going to start turning lethal now that he’s understanding the man system defensively. Aka burns last year. 

[cookinbrak]

Goalies need defense to help them. Since they figured out who to put Chatty-O Daddy-O with, defense is much better.

[BY9Franchise]

4 hours ago, Anybodyhome said:

I don't know the Canes have developed enough consistency to beat this team yet. I know, the Canes beat the Isles 4-3 in OT earlier this month after scoring 3 straight goals to tie the game. Raanta was in net that night.

Not gonna lie, I love this Isles roster. It's stacked with guys I think would play exceptionally well in RBA's system. But, those guys are getting up there in years and the Canes advantage in the transition game and speed through the neutral zone should help.

Do the Canes get to face Sorokin or Varlomov tonight? I honestly thought the Canes might pursue Varlomov on a 1 or 2 year deal and decide to let Raanta or Anderson walk.

This is a nonsense the Canes have owned them for years...

 

 

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[Panthers Fan 69]

I love bunting with the top line. That is where he belongs and can make a difference. 

[Harbingers]

50 minutes ago, Panthers Fan 69 said:

I love bunting with the top line. That is where he belongs and can make a difference. 

Ya dude. Bunts should be on one. Svech on 2 and Necas on 4. 

[DavidEng]

Rod said Svech is skating but likely not at 100% after being sick. May be why he’s back down to 4th line. In any case the man’s a threat anywhere.

[Anybodyhome]

3 hours ago, BY9Franchise said:

This is a nonsense the Canes have owned them for years...

Your opinion, no worries.

My opinion- the Canes don't have the consistency they've had in prior years. The Canes goal tending is as questionable as it's been in a few years.