I’m not going to hide the fact I am a Toronto Maple Leaf fan. I also
will not hide the fact my disgust for Brian Gionta after what I think was a
cheap shot knee to the head of James Reimer last season. And anyone that knows
me well; knows that I prefer a rough and tumble style of game.
So one can imagine how much I’m looking forward to the season opener on
Saturday night. I’m looking forward to a playoff type atmosphere. It is after
all an original six match-up both teams have nothing to lose and allot to gain.
For the first time in a long time; both teams have bulked up and gotten tougher;
more so to go up against the Sabres & Bruins. And no I’m not predicting a
gong show to start off the season; but one thing is for certain, liberties on
either side will not be tolerated. Especially with both clubs having star
players whom are very fragile.
Use the Leafs as an example, unlike the previous four seasons under Ron
Wilson; the club will be held accountable to themselves and their teammates. The
days of it being acceptable to run the goalies or the team’s best player will be
over. Now I’m not claiming the Leafs will lead the league in fighting majors;
but a change in the direction is obvious.
From the Habs view point, tell me the last time they could go into
Boston or Phili and not be ran out of the building? Again I won’t claim they’ll
top the chart’s for majors; but the days of Milan Lucic slugging Carey Price are
over. From Brandon Prust, Travis Moen, Ryan White or Colby Armstrong; the folks
in Montreal will have to get a custom to a different style; compared to the
smurflike speed & skill game over the past decade.
Let the puck drop!
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