caluso Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 I think Berube is exactly who we need at this time - someone who will hold the team accountable. I love the demotion of Timonen from the first power play unit. As much as I respect Timo's toughness and heart, I couldn't watch him waste valuable power play seconds doing absolutely nothing with the puck at the point anymore. He was really a terrible power play quarterback the past few years, despite the team's successful pp percentage. Additionally, I could not believe it when i read that the Flyers started the season out of shape. How was that possible? I mean, really, how the heck was that possible? I was thrilled Berube recognized that and focused on getting them in shape. Having said that, I think Berube's hiring means trouble for L Schenn, Couturier and others....GREAT NEWS, as far as I am concerned. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojo1917 Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I think Berube is exactly who we need at this time - someone who will hold the team accountable. I love the demotion of Timonen from the first power play unit. As much as I respect Timo's toughness and heart, I couldn't watch him waste valuable power play seconds doing absolutely nothing with the puck at the point anymore. He was really a terrible power play quarterback the past few years, despite the team's successful pp percentage. Additionally, I could not believe it when i read that the Flyers started the season out of shape. How was that possible? I mean, really, how the heck was that possible? I was thrilled Berube recognized that and focused on getting them in shape. Having said that, I think Berube's hiring means trouble for L Schenn, Couturier and others....GREAT NEWS, as far as I am concerned.Luke is 23Sean is 20Perhaps Chief can get more from them than Lavy could. They're still pretty young, and have been getting OJT in the NHL, I think both have been better this year, especially 14, I see him looking to make offensive plays but not having any guys who "get it " on his wings. I think Chief has been good in his new role. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TarHeelFlyer Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I'm not sure I would put Couturier in that group which is in trouble. Against the Isles he led the forwards in ice time. At even strength he was 3rd among forwards, but was only about 20 seconds behind both Voracek and B. Schenn. The lowest minutes for defenseman at ES was not Schenn, but Timonen. I think you are seeing Berube giving the young guys responsibility. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doom88 Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Agreed TarHeelFlyer, and I like the trust Berube is putting on the young guys. That's how they develop. Couturier especially seems to be responding in the offensive zone. It's cautiously exciting! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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