My personal opinion is that this guy was not at all respectful of Capuano. He wasnt playing up to par as a result. We shall see
- kindlyrick

could be. I agree with Stan Fishler is right, I think Cappy was dead when he complained about losing Okposo and Nielsen. Snow probably wanted to fire him then but didn't want to make it look obvious. That said, Weight is 3-0-1. Win tomorrow against Habs we are 1 point out of last playoff spot.

My personal opinion is that this guy was not at all respectful of Capuano. He wasnt playing up to par as a result. We shall see
- kindlyrick

Maybe, but that doesn't explain his play last night.

Maybe, but that doesn't explain his play last night.
- JohnScammo

That doesn't explain why he can't skate and loses almost every board battle he's involved in. Not to mention his turnovers. The only thing I can say he did well last night is he didn't take his standard stupid penalty per game and he ruined the 4th line.
Guy needs to turn it around big time. For me Strome and Ladd can sit when Lee and Beau are ready to go.

Late to the party, but I wanted to show my support.


- nyisles7

I never wanted to be water so much in my life.

That doesn't explain why he can't skate and loses almost every board battle he's involved in. Not to mention his turnovers. The only thing I can say he did well last night is he didn't take his standard stupid penalty per game and he ruined the 4th line.
Guy needs to turn it around big time. For me Strome and Ladd can sit when Lee and Beau are ready to go.
- nyisles7

I think KO and Frans put a hex on Ladd.

Going to be some interesting lineup decisions. When is Hamonic back so we can trade him?

Maybe, but that doesn't explain his play last night.
- JohnScammo

Did you think his play last night was that bad? I didnt. I mean when you sign a contract like that, you are expected to do more.......but he's def overpaid for what he would and does bring to the table. Its tough with that contract, cause you'll never play up to it. In 3-4 years, if he's really that bad, they'll buy him out and move on. Panic signing by Garth......but I dont hate Ladd.

I do however think the isles are playing harder for Weight in general. The gaps are more closed, and the forecheck is more tenacious. The outlet passes last night late in the game were atrocious. Thats not really on the coach......just bad decision making. Boychuk, Leddy and Hickey were all guilty.

That doesn't explain why he can't skate and loses almost every board battle he's involved in. Not to mention his turnovers. The only thing I can say he did well last night is he didn't take his standard stupid penalty per game and he ruined the 4th line.
Guy needs to turn it around big time. For me Strome and Ladd can sit when Lee and Beau are ready to go.
- nyisles7

Definitely no excuse for the penalties......thats just lazy hockey.

I think KO and Frans put a hex on Ladd.

Going to be some interesting lineup decisions. When is Hamonic back so we can trade him?
- ses111

It shouldn't be this difficult. They should have decided who was part of the solution and who wasnt and made moves a year ago. You can't have consistency with the constant lineup changes.

Did you think his play last night was that bad? I didnt. I mean when you sign a contract like that, you are expected to do more.......but he's def overpaid for what he would and does bring to the table. Its tough with that contract, cause you'll never play up to it. In 3-4 years, if he's really that bad, they'll buy him out and move on. Panic signing by Garth......but I dont hate Ladd.

I do however think the isles are playing harder for Weight in general. The gaps are more closed, and the forecheck is more tenacious. The outlet passes last night late in the game were atrocious. Thats not really on the coach......just bad decision making. Boychuk, Leddy and Hickey were all guilty.
- kindlyrick

We're basically stuck with him the whole contract because he's only getting a salary of 1 million with the rest coming in bonuses. So in other words, it's a buy out proof contract.

I know he hasn't been good so far, but I'm not super worried yet. I feel with a new coach and hopefully getting completely healthy, he'll come back to close to the player that we thought we signed.

could be. I agree with Stan Fishler is right, I think Cappy was dead when he complained about losing Okposo and Nielsen. Snow probably wanted to fire him then but didn't want to make it look obvious. That said, Weight is 3-0-1. Win tomorrow against Habs we are 1 point out of last playoff spot.
- Spartiarti

How much do you wanna bet Capuano ends up in Las Vegas? Assistant coach.....watch.

We're basically stuck with him the whole contract because he's only getting a salary of 1 million with the rest coming in bonuses. So in other words, it's a buy out proof contract.

I know he hasn't been good so far, but I'm not super worried yet. I feel with a new coach and hopefully getting completely healthy, he'll come back to close to the player that we thought we signed.
- NYI44

Im not worried either.......I truly believe he was dog sh!t because of Capuano. He looked to me like he was just going through the motions. I dont think Doug Weight is the right guy for the job (I.E the PP is horrific), but in the few games he's taken over to me theres a definite difference in effort. I also loved how he benched Strome and called him out. No more friends......its time to work.

Definitely no excuse for the penalties......thats just lazy hockey.
- kindlyrick

That explains his whole game to a T KR, as far as I'm concerned

Im not worried either.......I truly believe he was dog sh!t because of Capuano. He looked to me like he was just going through the motions. I dont think Doug Weight is the right guy for the job (I.E the PP is horrific), but in the few games he's taken over to me theres a definite difference in effort. I also loved how he benched Strome and called him out. No more friends......its time to work.
- kindlyrick

Yeah, I thought last night with Lee out Ladd would get a shot on the top line. Maybe Weight wants him to just get back to basics playing with Cal and Casey, then hopefully he'll get hot and move up in the lineup.

And agreed with Weight. I was opposed to him getting the job, but so far he's done a good job. Hopefully it continues and this isn't just the high of a new coach taking over.

That explains his whole game to a T KR, as far as I'm concerned

- nyisles7

I think he's been better though under Weight. I dont think he's taken as many penalties. You simply just can't respect a coach who's never done anything at any level of hockey, when you're a former Cup winner.

Yeah, I thought last night with Lee out Ladd would get a shot on the top line. Maybe Weight wants him to just get back to basics playing with Cal and Casey, then hopefully he'll get hot and move up in the lineup.

And agreed with Weight. I was opposed to him getting the job, but so far he's done a good job. Hopefully it continues and this isn't just the high of a new coach taking over.
- NYI44

Look no further than the "resurgence" of Kulemin. The guy's been great......he's always played hard hockey, but all of a sudden now he's been getting points.

Did you think his play last night was that bad? I didnt. I mean when you sign a contract like that, you are expected to do more.......but he's def overpaid for what he would and does bring to the table. Its tough with that contract, cause you'll never play up to it. In 3-4 years, if he's really that bad, they'll buy him out and move on. Panic signing by Garth......but I dont hate Ladd.

I do however think the isles are playing harder for Weight in general. The gaps are more closed, and the forecheck is more tenacious. The outlet passes last night late in the game were atrocious. Thats not really on the coach......just bad decision making. Boychuk, Leddy and Hickey were all guilty.
- kindlyrick

Yes. He contributed almost nothing. No offense and very little defense. He made our 4th line look bad, the only line with a net - on the game. The other 3 lines were either even or +.

Like you said, it's made worse by the length and size of the contract. Guys making a fraction of what he makes are working their butts off, risking injury, blocking shots, etc. Even old man Chimera is beginning to contribute, dropping the gloves, etc. Watching Ladd, I just don't see a motivated guy. I was hoping it was all on Cappy. But that excuse is now gone. It's time for Ladd to step up his game.........or else be a healthy scratch.

Look no further than the "resurgence" of Kulemin. The guy's been great......he's always played hard hockey, but all of a sudden now he's been getting points.
- kindlyrick

Puck luck

EK mentioned Vrbata and the Isles. I say proven top wing or bust. Cannot wait for the gifs on this one.

Yes. He contributed almost nothing. No offense and very little defense. He made our 4th line look bad, the only line with a net - on the game. The other 3 lines were either even or +.

Like you said, it's made worse by the length and size of the contract. Guys making a fraction of what he makes are working their butts off, risking injury, blocking shots, etc. Even old man Chimera is beginning to contribute, dropping the gloves, etc. Watching Ladd, I just don't see a motivated guy. I was hoping it was all on Cappy. But that excuse is now gone. It's time for Ladd to step up his game.........or else be a healthy scratch.
- JohnScammo

Chimmer almost had the Gordie Howe hat trick!!!!!

EK mentioned Vrbata and the Isles. I say proven top wing or bust. Cannot wait for the gifs on this one.
- ses111

Vrbata would be the Snow move, but definitely not the answer. Im literally shocked at his failure to ante up and pull the trigger for Landeskog or Duschene. Its mind blowing to me. He's got more than enough prospects at every single position yet he refuses to part with any of them.

Chimmer almost had the Gordie Howe hat trick!!!!!
- kindlyrick

Only missing an assist....

Vrbata would be the Snow move, but definitely not the answer. Im literally shocked at his failure to ante up and pull the trigger for Landeskog or Duschene. Its mind blowing to me. He's got more than enough prospects at every single position yet he refuses to part with any of them.
- kindlyrick

The excuse now will be that Hamonic is hurt. He has got to get one of these guys. Do not let other teams steal them away. I'm not shocked. This is the Garth MO.

The excuse now will be that Hamonic is hurt. He has got to get one of these guys. Do not let other teams steal them away. I'm not shocked. This is the Garth MO.
- ses111

What did Staple call him? The Big Paulie of the NHL. He doesn't move fast for anyone.

What did Staple call him? The Big Paulie of the NHL. He doesn't move fast for anyone.
- JohnScammo

Staple should have been fired right there. When you work for Wang you can do nothing for years.

Only missing an assist....
- JohnScammo

I was hoping he was sent out at the end for it.......no matter what, he's really stepped up. Dipietro (love him or hate him) made a good point last night during the game. He said that under Weight guys are being given roles. They are told what is expected of them......clearly it sunk in for Chimera.