He didn’t score against a goalie after Nov. Chronic tendinitis in his left knee nakes him walk with a slight limp. Carbonneau is sticking his neck out knowing Gretzky can do some cross-border chopping, but he has had a fine playoff by a more modest standard. He is saying give me Gretzky, give me minutes with the best player in the world and we’ll see. Carbonneau doesn’t want credit, he wants responsibility. The Kings are similar to Quebec in the way they skate and forecheck, and after losing the opener to Los Angeles, the orators were at it again.

Worry about us, the goalie ordered, not about them. I admit I do have a tendency to get a little more cautious when he’s out there.”Īs summer drew uncomfortably close after the disastrous Game 2 in Quebec, Patrick Roy gave a fire-and-brimstone speech - seconded by the captain - about how the team had afforded the skilled Nordiques too much respect. We have to play our game, use our assets. No matter what happens tonight, when the puck is turned over and we get it, we have to jump on offence. “He’s more a defensive player, and our line has to score. 99 as Carbonneau has to Gretzky in terms of influence on a team. “If Carbo feels that way - and he’s a pretty smart player - then it’s probably worth considering,” said Muller, who bears as strong a physical resemblance to No. And Muller must think about the other end of the ice because no one expects His Greatness to keep carrying the Montreal offence. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Manage Print Subscription / Tax Receipt.

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