Since the beginning of the season
our team has been excellent at cycling the puck and maintaining control once we
get it in their zone. However, we simply don’t get enough shots on net. I think
this goes for just about everyone on the team. Edler shows in this clip that
all you have to do is throw the puck to the net. We have heard this all year
from coach Smith, but we have never had a better example. I think as a team, it
is important that we learn to be less focused on getting the perfect shot on
net and more focused on getting the puck off as quickly as we can. It is also
important to mention that Edler lacks space in this situation. He has a player
coming from his right, and a player directly in front of him. Edler does have a
teammate in front of him ready to put on the jets if Edler decides to dump it,
but it is still a disadvantageous situation to be in. Regardless, Edler
recognizes what he sees and makes the best possible play. This brings me to yet
another crucial lesson to learn from this play. As important as it is to make a
play as quickly as you possible can, it is also important to take the time that
is given to you to make the best possible play. This just means keeping a level
head when you have the puck. If you’re able to keep calm when you’re in
possession of the puck, you will be able to make the best play possible in a
timely fashion.
Even though the scenario is a
bit different, this is another example of this type of play
Us vs. SI Cleveland. :17 second mark.
Nick
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