Norwich 2022-23 Back to Normal (ish)

[jerrynu26]

I agree with you; too many loose pucks out front which could've/should've been goals. When I say "scorers" I mean guys who put it in, period. I reserve "sniper" for the shooters lol.

The last real sniper I recall on the team was Will Pelletier. Maxime Bourdas maybe. Coby Downs might have gotten there, but didn’t stay.

[KrbFlint]

Not trying to be a contrarian, but scorers put shots in the net. Grinders and hustlers get around the net and shovel loose pucks in. They need both. ( I will say 24 looks to be an in-close hustler due to his size)

I agree with you; too many loose pucks out front which could've/should've been goals. When I say "scorers" I mean guys who put it in, period. I reserve "sniper" for the shooters lol.

[KrbFlint]

Any word on how Kerner is doing? As he went off the ice straight into the locker room, he wasn't putting any weight on the leg, (I think it was his right leg). The season is over, so he has a lot of healing time. I hope it's not a serious injury for his sake.

I have heard about it, but second hand. I won't give the specifics, which may not even be accurate, but if it is - he'll be just fine for next season.

[Steve Day]

What a Great COMMO report prior to game Saturday night highlighting all the Quarterfinal's wins and losses over the years
George You will be missed

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[17'sfanNU]

Any word on how Kerner is doing? As he went off the ice straight into the locker room, he wasn't putting any weight on the leg, (I think it was his right leg). The season is over, so he has a lot of healing time. I hope it's not a serious injury for his sake.

[jerrynu26]

I don’t disagree, but I also saw too many times this season where there was a puck on the ice and an open net but no one could get their stick on it/put it in the back of the net. Scorers bury those. I’m hoping for a couple guys coming in who can score, an improved offensive system, and the elite defense and goaltending we’re accustomed to.

Not trying to be a contrarian, but scorers put shots in the net. Grinders and hustlers get around the net and shovel loose pucks in. They need both. ( I will say 24 looks to be an in-close hustler due to his size)

[KrbFlint]

Flint, I agree with you. Question though… Will recruiting for scorers be a challenge for NU given its growing reputation as a defensive-centric system where offense may be considered an afterthought? If one had a reputation for scoring, not sure I’d be drawn to this system. A public commitment may be needed. Thanks, as always, for your thoughts and insight.

Good question, and one I don’t know the answer to. I would think that an offensive standout being courted by NU would see an opportunity to make a significant impact early at a blue blood program, but I guess time will tell.

I did see a commitment on Twitter from a kid who was playing with the Northeast Generals. Former Generals on the roster include Nagle, Kerner, and Gaudette - who have all show an ability to put the puck in the net. So, fingers crossed?

[Bog Hockey]

Flint, I agree with you. Question though… Will recruiting for scorers be a challenge for NU given its growing reputation as a defensive-centric system where offense may be considered an afterthought? If one had a reputation for scoring, not sure I’d be drawn to this system. A public commitment may be needed. Thanks, as always, for your thoughts and insight.

[KrbFlint]

Improving offensively (for this team) is more about having a system to execute than it is about having scorers. There are enough scores, but once Endicott clogged entry into the offensive zone halfway thru the first, too much effort was expended getting across the blue line to be as effective in the zone.
The system is what it has been all year. The offense needs a better plan.

I don’t disagree, but I also saw too many times this season where there was a puck on the ice and an open net but no one could get their stick on it/put it in the back of the net. Scorers bury those. I’m hoping for a couple guys coming in who can score, an improved offensive system, and the elite defense and goaltending we’re accustomed to.

[jerrynu26]

Kerner going out early certainly didn’t help. The power play was poor; I don’t remember a single second of power play time where I felt like we had it set up and were able to execute anything.

I’ve got to believe there will be an emphasis on scoring in recruiting this year. If we can improve offensively, and keep our stout defense, Norwich can be elite.

Improving offensively (for this team) is more about having a system to execute than it is about having scorers. There are enough scores, but once Endicott clogged entry into the offensive zone halfway thru the first, too much effort was expended getting across the blue line to be as effective in the zone.
The system is what it has been all year. The offense needs a better plan.

[KrbFlint]

Defensive mindsets are fine. But our offense looks like they have ZERO game plan. I guess Kerner going out can hurt that but damn. Offense / Power Play makes me want to vomit.

Kerner going out early certainly didn’t help. The power play was poor; I don’t remember a single second of power play time where I felt like we had it set up and were able to execute anything.

I’ve got to believe there will be an emphasis on scoring in recruiting this year. If we can improve offensively, and keep our stout defense, Norwich can be elite.

[802Hockey]

Defensive mindsets are fine. But our offense looks like they have ZERO game plan. I guess Kerner going out can hurt that but damn. Offense / Power Play makes me want to vomit.

[KrbFlint]

Welp, that’s that. Had a chance to absolutely bury Endicott in the first, but the inability to put the puck in the back of the net shows up and Endicott survives long enough to settle in. They get the greasy, sloppy goal and we don’t recover.

[KrbFlint]

Flint, they did it! I wasn’t able to watch the game so please share what you liked about their performance and who really came to play tonight. Thanks, as always.

Aggressive offensively. The forecheck was outstanding all night. Noah Williams. Mantaro. Atherton. Pat O’Neal blocked a shot which may have been the play of the game (outside of the GW goal). If he doesn’t get to it, it was headed to the back of the net.

FWIW, and I’m not being snarky, our defense-first mentality allowed us to get that win, IMO. Platty has some DANGEROUSLY skilled guys. One step out of position and you pay. I think if we’d “taken chances” to generate offense, they would’ve put 3 or more goals up. But we played the elite defense we usually play and held a really, really good team to one goal at home.

Callum Jones getting the winner is so awesome. If anyone on here has ever met the kid, I’m sure you agree. Just an outstanding, tough, gritty human. Thrilled for him, and the boys.

[Bog Hockey]

Flint, they did it! I wasn’t able to watch the game so please share what you liked about their performance and who really came to play tonight. Thanks, as always.