The winless Devils conclude the Canadian road trip Thursday night in Ottawa...
Hell Raisers
1) This was one boring hockey game.
Not just because the Devils played less than well,but because Winnipeg didn't turn the world on with their smile either.
What a waste of time...
2) I did think Cory Schneider played well in goal.
The first goal was on his defensemen (more later),the second was an empty netter and the final was under a minute to go in playing out the string time.
32 saves was a nice enough night to win most games.
3) On the second period goal by Evander Kane,both the Devils defensemen on the ice contributed to the goal.
Adam Larsson allowed Kane to get by him to get position and Andy Greene was not physical enough to push Kane off the puck,which then deflected on off Greene and by Schneider....
4) I know its still early.but Ryane Clowe looks to be a waste of money thus far.
I haven't seen one positive thus far other than one night that he stood up for Bryce Salvador.
5) I thought the Devils PP would improve,but thus far,it has not.
This game swung towards the Jets in the second when the Devils had a 5 on 3 and not only did not score-they didn't even truly threaten to score.
In fact,the Jets almost scored against Schneider and the team undermanned had more scoring chances!
Pathetic.
6) Finally,despite not having a win,The Devils are not in last place!
Their three OT losses (3 pts) keep them ahead of three teams and had they won last night,they would have been in third place.
It won't stay this way for long,but the Devils have certainly stayed in the race because others are struggling as well.
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