Clockwork

Thursday, May 03 2012

The strange thing about the game tonight is that Washington actually seemed to dominate the first period in every way except for the score board. Their fore check was very persistent and they were causing turnovers and all sorts of trouble down low. Of course, the Canes' first two power plays were so smooth that they looked like they were scripted. Washington seemed absolutely stunned at how quickly and efficiently the puck was moved and put into the net. The third goal by Stillman, completing the natural hat trick, was a beautiful two-on-one really set free by a punishing check by Tim Gleason on Brian Sutherby (if memory serves).

Ovechkin was everywhere for the Caps and really made his presence felt. Ward denied him time and time again and I know it frustrated the Russian, like it did with all of his team mates. That frustration may have led to Brashear's stupid boarding major. It's hard to say what was going through his mind though. Anyway, the Canes are performing like...
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