Quote:
Originally Posted by roberts
Well, Espo wouldn't be allowed to park himself in the crease and clean up the garbage. He'd also have to come back and sacrifice scoring for playing in the system. Back then you won by outscoring and outhitting - today you can have the best talent but will lose if you don't play the best system. It's what's made the league so tough and the reason I don't think we'll see a dynasty if the Lightning close it out. Can easily see 5-6 teams who'll go into next season as favorites to win the Cup in some corners.
|
I agree. Coaching matters. There has to be a 'system' and everyone must be on the same page. The game is dynamic so adjustments are made on the fly. I love watching defensemen pitch in and forwards covering their spot. Good teams seem to do it by instinct but it is coaching, system and hockey sense. All in fast time. Tampa is pretty good at it. I like watching them play.