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Great game. While the Leafs not having Marner and the Hawks not having their #2 D guy, it was still a competitive matchup. All in all the defense of both these teams are not good, but the Hawks flat out owned the Leafs in the first, played better defense for 2 periods, and had an amazing goalie in net, which led to the win.
That said, these offensive matchups as fun as they are to watch doesn't work in the playoffs...not that the Hawks are in any position to be talking about the playoffs.
A. Nylander did not look good tonight, average. Not sure if playing his brother got him off his game. Why is Smith playing over Carpenter...not a good move JC. Also, against fast teams Koekko or Gilbert should be in for Maatta or Seabs. Both Maatta and Seabs lack of speed was exposed multiple times this game. Gus on the other hand excels against speed opponents and looked solid.