Exactly. Double shift Panarin, Kreider and Laf on that 4th line. Every third shift put Reaves back out there.
Over Reaves who the refs are gonna watch like a hawk and call any little infraction on? I’m willing to bet that Panarin won’t coast back and if he does, then bench him for once. Are you saying you’d really rather have Reaves out there?
Can't ask for anything more than that 2-0 lead. The first half of the second is going to be big. Carolina is going to come out hungry.
Really good period, but have to cut down on their chances. They are going to come strong, and allowing 20 shots in a period is not a good look to keep the lead, eventually they'll finish. Next goal will tell you what kind of game this will be. Canes get it, and game on. Rangers go up 3-0, and they are not losing. Also I say again, Lafreniere is a total stud. He is going to be a monster, and is perfectly built for the playoffs IMO. He is going to be a force, and in the playoffs as well, for years to come. So good, and does it right. I love watching him play.
And a totally clean hit as well. I think Trouba has been good in the playoffs. 4 or 5 big hits as well. I'm happy he's a Ranger.