Buffalo Rick Posted October 14, 2022 Share Posted October 14, 2022 I was impressed with Powers and his defensive game. He made some very good defensive plays that one does not really notice unless you take a close look. His presence in front of the net when Ottawa gained possession was the type of play we need from a stay home type defenseman. But he is willing to pinch and pick his spots. He looked like a seasoned veteran defensively in game 1 of his NHL career. I think we made a good pick with him. Paterka got a goal, the first, as a new member up from Rochester. Its only one game so I know its not much but its a good win on opening night when many expected us to be overmatched by this Ottawa team. I noticed with Ottawa a defense first, stay home mentality in this game. I thought they layed back far too often. Did not try to go offense , were totally committed to defense even down 2-1 for much of the game. Ill take the win. Florida now comes in and we know that is a step up in class from Ottawa. Yikes 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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