Thursday, September 17, 2009

Leafs vs. Philly in London, Ontario

The Leafs lost a physical contest last night, but they return to the ice against a 2009-10 cup favourite the Philadelphia Flyers.

Leafs are icing the following lineup:

Forwards:
Ponikarovsky - Grabovski - Kulemin
Hagman - Kadri - Stempniak
Stalberg - Bozak - Hanson
Rosehill - Wallin - Ondrus

Defence:
Kaberle - Komisarek
Rogers - Schenn
Gunnarson - Blacker

Goaltender:
MacDonald
Reimer
The Leafs are icing a bit more of a 'complete' lineup then the one from last night. Should be a good game, although I won't be able to watch it (going to the Windsor Spitfire home opener).

Expecting good things again from Viktor Stalberg. He was impressive in the first game using his speed and size to his advantage. Bozak also showed positive play.

Kaberle and Komisarek are a pairing that may open the season together so tonight should give a taste of what's to come.

Jesse Blacker is making his NHL debut tonight. The 2nd round pick in the 2009 draft was a real bright spot for the Leafs at the rookie tournament, and although he's unlikely to make the team (a zero percent chance in my opinion) it'll be a good experience for him.

Hopefully the Leafs can rebound from last night with another strong showing.