On whether this was the best Jonathan Quick has been early in a game:
“Well, he was really good in Chicago, also, in the first period. The big thing is rebound control and getting faceoffs. That’s the biggest part of the game that he had to work on – rebounds, too much quality opportunities against. Hopefully that’s a step in the right direction…a step forward for him is winning games, finding ways to win games. So it’s not just about Jonathan Quick. It’s about us all. We’ve got to work around it.”
On the heavy shot discrepancy in the team’s favor in second periods this season:
“Well, we had to weather the storm for six or seven minutes in the first period. I don’t think that’s a coincidence. That’s more of an ability to stay with it. If you look at it, other than the first game of the year, even when we went into Anaheim – we lost with the empty netter – we kept coming from behind, and it’s not like we’ve weakened during games. “
On whether the second period shot discrepancy is a byproduct of a heavy road schedule:
“No, I don’t think so. I think we’re just trying to have good starts and good shifts, and then good periods, and then between periods reset the game plan. So that’s all we’re trying to do.”
On the performance of Colin Fraser’s line:
“Well, they didn’t play much, but they scored a big goal and they could have had two or three. We talked to them this morning about it. Jordan Nolan’s really struggling with parts of his game, and hopefully this gives him a little confidence.”
Detour to Viking, Milk a few Heifers and then on to Calgary!!!
Go King Go!!!!
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Gmo Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:25 pm
@kissmyblarneystones,
On to cowtown for the big W
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DS is like…”whatever, a wins a win…and we won tonight”
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g smith86 Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:23 pm
@g smith86, obviously I was paraphrasing…to say the least
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SLIM Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:26 pm
@g smith86,
Isn’t that redundant…..
You gave a definition of paraphrasing…
Good one…
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g smith86 Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:27 pm
@SLIM, stop that!!!
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:37 pm
@g smith86, It’s a 3-2 league, and the Kings were there first!
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TOMORROW NIGHT!! let’s take hold of the flame (TAKE HOLD!) We’ve got nothing to lose…and no one to blame
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SLIM Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:27 pm
@g smith86,
Didn’t you’re mother teach you
“TO not Touch the oven”?
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g smith86 Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:28 pm
@SLIM, just using some old eighties metal lyrics for inspiration
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Duncanz Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:38 pm
@g smith86, ex headbanger, now it’s all starting to make sense..
Off topic:Just got back from the Blackhawks/ Canucks game in Chicago so I’m catching up on how the kings game played out but I sure hope Hossa is ok. The forearm to the back of his head was awful from Hansen….and seeing him lie motionless for a minute or so was not good. I can’t believe it was only a 2 minute penalty but it should result in a suspension.
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g smith86 Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:30 pm
@Shakes, figures…the dirty Canucks up to their typical BS…why do the pundits like this team…a bunch of cowards…if you ask me
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Never happy, always looking for improvement.
Great job DS
That is something I always try to apply to my life.
Strive for improvement
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Lake Forest Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:35 pm
@Mars, that first sentence is my wife’s middle name
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Mars Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:39 pm
@Lake Forest, Thought it was the definition of wife
(dont ban me)
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Kenny44 Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:55 pm
@Lake Forest,
Hello there, Mr. Andwontshutupaboutit.
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i love when it reighns
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Great time tonight at Rexall Palace. Woooot!
On the Oiler’s postgame radio show they thought the Kings took over half way through the second. I agree although there were some patches where we did get hemmed in our own zone.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:39 pm
@LA_1968, I sorta thought the FIRST half of the second was theirs, and they kinda faded down the stretch (of the second.)
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Duncanz Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:41 pm
@LA_1968, How was the hospitality?
You guys having a fun jaunt?
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LA_1968 Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 11:16 pm
@Duncanz,
A lot of drunks went home quiet tonight. We were right in line for the Lewis Carter play. Needless to say, we were very pumped on that goal.
It has been a junket for the books. Fantastic. Thanks.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 11:39 pm
@LA_1968, I already love the view from Edmonton!
Duncanz Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 11:58 pm
@LA_1968, Super happy for you guys.
Keep enjoying – and reporting!
Saludos cordiales a la mejor journeywoman de la LdHN!
LA_1968 Reply:
February 20th, 2013 at 10:13 am
@Duncanz, I passed your message. She gave a very happy laugh and said “Thank You”.
mrbrett7 Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:49 pm
@LA_1968, They took over when Brown just blasted Nugent-Hopkins.
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LA_1968 Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 11:08 pm
@mrbrett7,
Yes. Lewis had a big hit too.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 11:32 pm
@mrbrett7, Great take. Someone tell Brown that.
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mrbrett7 Reply:
February 20th, 2013 at 9:26 am
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?, I know, right? Not exactly rocket science. You mean the team woke up with their leader and captain decided to show and play? Shocked I tell you!
The boys sounded good tonight.
Defensively, it seemed like Quick wasn’t allowing too many rebounds, and the ones that he did give up, the Kings were preventing the Oilers from getting the second chance.
Offensively, the tone I picked up from from Nickson and Evans was that the Kings were getting much better chances, but they still need to work on driving to the net.
Didn’t Hear Brown or Kopi’s names too often, which probably indicates uninspired play, but Clifford, Carter, and Penner seemed to stick out a bit, and I got a feel that Penner was trying to make some plays out there. Other than the goal, Fraser wasn’t heard from too much, and after the Carter goal, it sounded like Lewis was pretty active tonight.
So, the real question is: Will the Kings be tired for their next game, or will the win give them the confidence to beat the Flames?
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On why Sutter put Lewis out with Carter and Richards on the game winner:
Oh wait, that question wasn’t asked.
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mrbrett7 Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:50 pm
@Paul Armbruster (KingsNewsDaily.com), Bitter…party of one.
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Duncanz Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:56 pm
@mrbrett7, He he.
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Paul Armbruster (KingsNewsDaily.com) Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:59 pm
@Duncanz, You like that Bubbles? You can relate I’m sure.
Kings x Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 11:04 pm
@mrbrett7, lol
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Duncanz Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 10:58 pm
@Paul Armbruster (KingsLewisDaily.com), That would have been an interesting question.
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Interesting, i thought nolan had been doing his role well this year so far, seemed to be the only one hitting, although he also stepped it up tonight. Decent performance, very glad to see lewisb play great and penner actually looked like he might be picking it up. Not the prettiest, but two points is two points, although the high pace edmonton play might mean we’re tired tomorrow
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Kenny44 Reply:
February 19th, 2013 at 11:20 pm
@kings714,
Nolan has had the fumbles in our zone a few too many times.
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Although it’s may be hard to tell for some, I don’t believe I’ve ever seen DS have a significant meltdown in any interview or press conference.
But Tortzilla yet again went into a paint blistering rant tonight at his postgame saying NYR’s (8-6-1) game with the Habs (11-4-1) was one of the worst games he’s ever been involved in and that both teams were terrible before abruptly terminating it and walking off the platform.
So you’re left with the thought of what a passionate and intense coach this gentleman is. I’ll bet he could get any team in the league into gear. His players must absolutely adore the energy and desperation he exudes.
You wonder just how well he could do in Western Conference hockey ……
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Gustavo Reply:
February 20th, 2013 at 5:41 pm
@Duncanz,
I suspect DS is just as much of a chair throwing, screaming, cussing coach behind locked doors as Tortorella is a primma donna, dram queen in front of the media. I have no doubt the players know DS has passion.
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