They keep finding ways to win
- way out west

This is very important in the playoffs. Finding ways.

Only time you recognize Laf is when… oh wait, that doesn’t fit the narrative
- Bean_Dip

Lol could you imagine if Laf didn’t score after Byfield did

Fox moves into the top 10 in scoring

Lol could you imagine if Laf didn’t score after Byfield did
- Rangers99

I was sitting ready for LAF to not score that...

Lol could you imagine if Laf didn’t score after Byfield did
- Rangers99

Haters gonna hate, lovers gonna love

Only time you recognize Laf is when… oh wait, that doesn’t fit the narrative
- Bean_Dip

No narrative just made a statement which up until shootout was a fact. oh though after seeing replay it wasn't a penalty. Just wanna see him flash his skill more in the actual game more

I was sitting ready for LAF to not score that...
- aecliptic

SHOCKER!

No narrative just made a statement which up until shootout was a fact. oh though after seeing replay it wasn't a penalty. Just wanna see him flash his skill more in the actual game more
- dman78

I know, just poking some fun.

I thought there were multiple times Laf made solid plays. Deke in a corner and drive to a net, couple of zone entries, took the body a few times.

I was sitting ready for LAF to not score that...
- aecliptic

I fully expected it but he looked so smooth and buried it.

SHOCKER!
- Bean_Dip

Because were the Rangers, and when the guy who got drafted #2 behind you scores and its your turn up...

I dunno what to tell you. Its not because its LAF, its because were the Rangers.

BTW, I dont typically talk down on LAF.

I know, just poking some fun.

I thought there were multiple times Laf made solid plays. Deke in a corner and drive to a net, couple of zone entries, took the body a few times.
- Bean_Dip

In the first period when he was with with Strome and Goodrow I posted about some subtle razzle dazzle. It was LAF I was talking about skating up the middle of the ice, cutting through three defenders and getting a dump in deep.

I know, just poking some fun.

I thought there were multiple times Laf made solid plays. Deke in a corner and drive to a net, couple of zone entries, took the body a few times.
- Bean_Dip

I hear ya and maybe I'm a little impatient because this is our number 1 pick game changing player and I want him to produce like others have. if he and kakko ever play to their hype and potential this team will be scary.

In the first period when he was with with Strome and Goodrow I posted about some subtle razzle dazzle. It was LAF I was talking about skating up the middle of the ice, cutting through three defenders and getting a dump in deep.
- aecliptic

He toe dragged the poop out of a defender and made a great play to the net. Camera angle cut it off.

His skills are starting to catch up to his compete level. I feel like the last few games he’s playing at a high level.

Haters gonna hate, lovers gonna love
- Bean_Dip

He’s finishes more often than not when getting into prime scoring positions, they’re just very few and far in between.

I think it’s more about the coaching and his role on the team than it is about his skill set.

He’s finishes more often than not when getting into prime scoring positions, they’re just very few and far in between.

I think it’s more about the coaching and his role on the team than it is about his skill set.
- TC88

He needs better, consistent line mates.

Also, he has some deceptive speed he doesnt always use.

I think its time for them to try LAF with Zib and Kreider, the same way they just used Panarin.

He’s finishes more often than not when getting into prime scoring positions, they’re just very few and far in between.

I think it’s more about the coaching and his role on the team than it is about his skill set.
- TC88

I’m all for him learning the little details of being an elite, complete player early on. Maybe I have rose colored glasses on, but the “concerns” are overblown. He’s a great player.

I’m all for him learning the little details of being an elite, complete player early on. Maybe I have rose colored glasses on, but the “concerns” are overblown. He’s a great player.
- Bean_Dip

As a 3rd line player, he will end up playing against the opposing teams better lines more often then not, requiring him and his line mates (who are not great defenders) to play defense.

As a 3rd line player, he will end up playing against the opposing teams better lines more often then not, requiring him and his line mates (who are not great defenders) to play defense.
- aecliptic

Deployment definitely has a factor. No doubting that.

Thank God they beat those b@st@rds

And thrilled Byfield didn't get his first career goal against us

Only time you recognize Laf is when… oh wait, that doesn’t fit the narrative
- Bean_Dip

I mean, u don’t really see him out there. He needs to improve, let’s not pretend like we’re happy with his progress

Not sure if this is ever discussed or debated or what not but..kind of a radical thought..they should send all 3 of Laf Kakko and Barron have them play together every night in every facet. Build chemistry become what would hopefully become at worst a 3rd line. None of this a knock on Barron, all of it directed at the other two prized possessions. They are just not doing enough and need either a wake up call, or confidence boost via some production. Most uneventful shifts by 1-2 picks I’ve ever seen. Cmon let’s goooo. Maybe getting them out of the spotlight where they can just play and build chemistry. Have them come up for rd 1 of the playoffs poised and ready to contribute.

Thank god Laf scored on that shootout. Never would’ve heard the end of it lol

Not sure if this is ever discussed or debated or what not but..kind of a radical thought..they should send all 3 of Laf Kakko and Barron have them play together every night in every facet. Build chemistry become what would hopefully become at worst a 3rd line. None of this a knock on Barron, all of it directed at the other two prized possessions. They are just not doing enough and need either a wake up call, or confidence boost via some production. Most uneventful shifts by 1-2 picks I’ve ever seen. Cmon let’s goooo. Maybe getting them out of the spotlight where they can just play and build chemistry. Have them come up for rd 1 of the playoffs poised and ready to contribute.

Thank god Laf scored on that shootout. Never would’ve heard the end of it lol
- Slimtj100

Im not at all against this, however, they seem to have this issue with playing Barron regardless of how much better he looks on the ice.

Heres my all-in team... how do you like this team...

https://www.capfriendly.c.../armchair-gm/team/3017005
- aecliptic

You will be disappointed when you see what those players will end up costing.
That Chychrun trade was extremely bad

You will be disappointed when you see what those players will end up costing.
That Chychrun trade was extremely bad
- Reubenkincade

Well, it is kind of a joke.

A win is a win is a win against a hard to play against kings team. found a way t rally and exert pressure in the third. Laf with a huge shootout goal after being invisible pretty much all the game and the #1 point to the LA bench after Byfield had scored in the shootout as well.