Though the first period certainly could have come out worse, last night’s game showed early signs of fatigue. Add in the challenge of incorporating new faces into the lineup, and you’ve got a recipe for another loss. If you haven’t yet, feel free to browse the GIF highlights from last night’s game.
Positives
Rick Nash: The veteran winger came buzzing out of the gate, and managed to have an immediate impact by saving a goal in the first few minutes. With another game under their belt, the Krejci line played much more balanced - more like a unit, rather than trying to overfeed Nash in the slot as they did in his first game.