i dont consider orpik to be a “solid” defenseman. i think he throws a nice hit here and there, but most time’s he takes himself out of the play in doing so… i notice him being well out of position when on the ice for a goal. letang>orpik in my book.
recchi is a train wreck… he should retire yesterday. i think the crosby line/ power play could easily be another +2 every night if you get rid of him. if crosby is going to dance through 17 guys and drop off a little lob pass in front of the net, they need to give him a guy that can put it in, not stare aimlessly as it rolls over his stick and back out of the zone.
and just so it doesnt sound like i’m only talking shit…
i think malkin is doing amazing this year. so much so that i think he’s better suited on a line by himself and not with crosby.
also i think malone is really coming along this year and filling a role, where i think he’s been pretty questionable in past years.