I gotcha.
- weirdoh

That's what annoys me. If you love soccer, good for you. But these lame bandwagon jumpers who become "Fans" for 2 weeks every 4 years are terrible.
- RogerRoeper

I don't mind the bandwagoners as I love the sport. I just dislike when they start analyzing and trying to act like they know what they are talking about.

I don't mind the bandwagoners as I love the sport. I just dislike when they start analyzing and trying to act like they know what they are talking about.
- jsam7

I don't mind the bandwagoners as I love the sport. I just dislike when they start analyzing and trying to act like they know what they are talking about.
- jsam7

That's why I never actually talk hockey on this site.

That's why I never actually talk hockey on this site.
- weirdoh

Bahahahah nice

Best case scenario is 2nd rounder and worst case is 3rd rounder.
- jsam7

Sounds about right.

Did they fire Carlyle yet?

My 5 Top reasons why the Leafs might have a chance at the playoffs:

1. Bernier
2. Bernier
3. Kessel
4. JVR
5. No Reimer

My 5 Top reasons why the Leafs might have a chance at the playoffs:

1. Bernier
2. Bernier
3. Kessel
4. JVR
5. No Reimer
- jsam7

They were in a playoff spot with less than 10 games left. This talk they have no chance is silly, You can't judge the team on the final 3 weeks.

And yeah, Bernier getting a .923 save% on THAT team was indeed very impressive. Not getting quite the credit he deserves. Him alone gives them a shot.

My 5 Top reasons why the Leafs might have a chance at the playoffs:

1. Bernier
2. Bernier
3. Kessel
4. JVR
5. No Reimer
- jsam7

I think you'll see a completely different team from last season, for better or for worse. They were such a fun team to watch two years ago and played effective hockey. They played like poop last season and paid for it.

The competition in the east is pretty weak, and the only real locks to make it are Boston and Pittsburgh. Both the Habs and the Rangers could miss the post season and it would not shock me.

My 5 Top reasons why the Leafs might have a chance at the playoffs:

1. Bernier
2. Bernier
3. Kessel
4. JVR
5. No Reimer
- jsam7

You forgot Komarov.

I think you'll see a completely different team from last season, for better or for worse. They were such a fun team to watch two years ago and played effective hockey. They played like poop last season and paid for it.

The competition in the east is pretty weak, and the only real locks to make it are Boston and Pittsburgh. Both the Habs and the Rangers could miss the post season and it would not shock me.
- BetterCallSaul

Yup. And both Boston and Pittsburgh have gotten worse. You're right, the Rangers made the finals and are no lock to make the playoffs.

My 5 Top reasons why the Leafs might have a chance at the playoffs:

1. Bernier
2. Bernier
3. Kessel
4. JVR
5. No Reimer
- jsam7

In reality it's more like:

1. Bernier
2. Kessel
3. Rielly
4. Komarov
5. Clarkson

Leafs success depends on how well they play. Coaching shakeup I'm sure will make a huge difference too.

They were in a playoff spot with less than 10 games left. This talk they have no chance is silly, You can't judge the team on the final 3 weeks.

And yeah, Bernier getting a .923 save% on THAT team was indeed very impressive. Not getting quite the credit he deserves. Him alone gives them a shot.
- RogerRoeper

I think you still have to judge them including the last 10 games. Shows they are inconsistent. They can't hope Bernier bails them out all year, he will be burnt out after 3 years.

But ya, if they played in the West they would have no chance. Luckily the East is just awful. So to say there is no chance is wrong.

In reality it's more like:

1. Bernier
2. Kessel
3. Rielly
4. Komarov
5. Clarkson

Leafs success depends on how well they play. Coaching shakeup I'm sure will make a huge difference too.
- Arctic_AARDVARK

Their biggest problem is not firing the coach. I know they're thinking ahead, and want to drive a dump truck full of $ to Babcock's house next year, but Carlyle is terrible.

Leafs won't be any better this year if they don't improve their possession game.
- ClarksonDavid

Exactly, I wouldn't bank on excellent goal tending all year either. They need to allow less shots

In reality it's more like:

1. Bernier
2. Kessel
3. Rielly
4. Komarov
5. Clarkson

Leafs success depends on how well they play. Coaching shakeup I'm sure will make a huge difference too.
- Arctic_AARDVARK

Isn't komarov a 3/4 liner at best?

Their biggest problem is not firing the coach.
- RogerRoeper

True.. But firing your coach every 2-3 years looks bad lol.. I'm sure he'll (RC) be the scapegoat if they are off to a slow start. But they'll probably come out firin on all cylinders and taper off and miss the playoffs.. Only to fire Randy too late into the season to save it.

Their biggest problem is not firing the coach. I know they're thinking ahead, and want to drive a dump truck full of $ to Babcock's house next year, but Carlyle is terrible.
- RogerRoeper

The Leafs have many holes but I agree is terrible. He is the reason they lost to Boston he told them to try to shut them down. Boston was tired and if they kept skating the comeback was impossible. But saying that, they should also be able to hold a 3 goal lead for 10 minutes.

I just think Randy is too old school. Hockey has changed dramatically in even 3 years.

I think you'll see a completely different team from last season, for better or for worse. They were such a fun team to watch two years ago and played effective hockey. They played like poop last season and paid for it.

The competition in the east is pretty weak, and the only real locks to make it are Boston and Pittsburgh. Both the Habs and the Rangers could miss the post season and it would not shock me.
- BetterCallSaul

Your right. You have Boston and Pitts as locks. Buffalo, Ottawa, Florida, Carolina's chances are really low and I would bet a lot of money they will all miss the playoffs.

Isn't komarov a 3/4 liner at best?
- OilerFan16

3rd liner. good agitator, hitter. Has had some offense success in the KHL. A good character guy.

Isn't komarov a 3/4 liner at best?
- OilerFan16

Yeah.. But he's crucial.. He draws so many penalties and keeps the other teams focus on him. The team absolutely loves the guy. He keeps their spirits up. He does have cement hands tho..

Your right. You have Boston and Pitts as locks. Buffalo, Ottawa, Florida, Carolina's chances are really low and I would bet a lot of money they will all miss the playoffs.
- JVR_42_PK81

I can see the tabbys sneaking in..

In reality it's more like:

1. Bernier
2. Kessel
3. Rielly
4. Komarov
5. Clarkson

Leafs success depends on how well they play. Coaching shakeup I'm sure will make a huge difference too.
- Arctic_AARDVARK

Clarkson should have a better year you can almost be sure of that. Hopefully he will be a difference maker.

I can see the tabbys sneaking in..
- Arctic_AARDVARK

Tabbys? Florida?