The NEW Tyler Kennedy thread

[Tico Rick]

kennedy plays a different role than bennett or jokenin. it was obvious that we needed more speed, better forecheck, etc... and kennedy can play that role on an energy line more effectively than bennett or jokenin. not saying he is better than either player, but more effective in that role.

Yep. Against a fast team like the Islanders, Kennedy's speed is needed. But that doesn't mean he'll be the best choice to dress against other teams the Pens will face if they move on.

[MRandall25]

kennedy plays a different role than bennett or jokenin. it was obvious that we needed more speed, better forecheck, etc... and kennedy can play that role on an energy line more effectively than bennett or jokenin. not saying he is better than either player, but more effective in that role.

Yep. Against a fast team like the Islanders, Kennedy's speed is needed. But that doesn't mean he'll be the best choice to dress against other teams the Pens will face if they move on.

His stats against Ottawa disagree.

[Tico Rick]

I'm not referring specifically to the next round - I'm thinking long-term.

[shmenguin]

I don't think he's been a healthy scratch since his rookie year. Even the , I'm not sure it happened.

I think it's funny when people attribute some sort of DB favoritism to Kennedy. He never gets PK time, doesn't play in the last minutes of close games and it took Eric Tangradi crapping himself for Kennedy to get a real shot in the top 6 - despite decent offensive numbers. I actually don't think bylsma is much of a Kennedy fan. But until Bennett, there hasn't been anyone remotely available to replace TK. So he's stayed in his spot.

[thepittman]

i can't remember kennedy ever being a healthy scratch until late in the season this year

He has been a few times in previous seasons. I can't remember exactly when, but I do remember thinking when he came back that he looked much better.

I watch a lot of games and I don't remember him being a healthy scratch except for the end of this season. You made the claim of him coming back strong after being sat out for a few games, show the proof

[jwest21]

i can't remember kennedy ever being a healthy scratch until late in the season this year

He has been a few times in previous seasons. I can't remember exactly when, but I do remember thinking when he came back that he looked much better.

I watch a lot of games and I don't remember him being a healthy scratch except for the end of this season. You made the claim of him coming back strong after being sat out for a few games, show the proof

I wished I could prove it. If for no other reason than to convince myself that don't suffer from hockey-related delusions.

[jwest21]

I guess I can prove it

https://m.espn.go.com/nhl/playerupdate? ... =3339&wjb=
Nov 8, 2007 (rookie year)-
Nov 17, 2007 (rookie year)- goal and 2 assists Nov 25
Dec 28, 2009 (Dec 29th- assist and "spirited play", Jan 3rd goal)
March 12, 2010 (March 18th goal)

Wished the list broke it up by year 2009 is about the middle of the page if it helps you find it. Was a couple less than I thought after his rookie yearm but he still played much better after the last 3 healthy scratches. Man was he injured a lot

[jwest21]

through all this, I should state I am not a Kennedy hater.

[bh]

Once again TK comes through in a big way. Another great game by man, bear, pig.

[jwest21]

Once again TK comes through in a big way. Another great game by man, bear, pig.

He has earned a place in the lineup for now. His speed was a factor (in a good way)

[shmenguin]

things would have to get pretty grim for glass to be put back in the lineup at this point.

[SoupOrSam]

I'm sure it was brought up and the horse has been beaten about it...

The pass he made to Malkin. That's just not him. At. All.

As both "Bobbo" and "Steigy" would say.... Kennedy was gravitating towards the Kennedy spot of the ice to fire off his favorite shot.

But.

He.

Passed.

[Pitt87]

things would have to get pretty grim for glass to be put back in the lineup at this point.

Pretty stark contrast considering what everyone thought about TK sitting in Game 1:

http://www.letsgopens.com/scripts/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=61669&start=150#p2404496

[Idoit40fans]

I'm pretty sure Glass will end up being needed in this series.

[shafnutz05]

things would have to get pretty grim for glass to be put back in the lineup at this point.

Pretty stark contrast considering what everyone thought about TK sitting in Game 1:

http://www.letsgopens.com/scripts/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=61669&start=150#p2404496

lol. As if EVERYONE predicted Kennedy busting his ass the last several games and being one of the best players on the ice. I've been on record praising him the last several games, and it's been rightfully deserved. Don't act like it was such a clear-cut decision two weeks ago.

[shmenguin]

It was the right move to sit him. It was the right move to bring him back in - albeit a game late.

[jwest21]

things would have to get pretty grim for glass to be put back in the lineup at this point.

Pretty stark contrast considering what everyone thought about TK sitting in Game 1:

http://www.letsgopens.com/scripts/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=61669&start=150#p2404496

lol. As if EVERYONE predicted Kennedy busting his ass the last several games and being one of the best players on the ice. I've been on record praising him the last several games, and it's been rightfully deserved. Don't act like it was such a clear-cut decision two weeks ago.

I did, however, note that he plays especially well after being a healthy scratch

[Pitt87]

things would have to get pretty grim for glass to be put back in the lineup at this point.

Pretty stark contrast considering what everyone thought about TK sitting in Game 1:

http://www.letsgopens.com/scripts/phpBB3/viewtopic.php?f=1&t=61669&start=150#p2404496

lol. As if EVERYONE predicted Kennedy busting his ass the last several games and being one of the best players on the ice. I've been on record praising him the last several games, and it's been rightfully deserved. Don't act like it was such a clear-cut decision two weeks ago.

I don't think I indicated that you were wrong... its just different.

[columbia]

He's looking good.

I guess he's striving for Max Talbot's "disappear during the regular season, get chicks and a fat contract off of the playoffs" routine.

[shmenguin]

getting him away from sutter has been the biggest difference, imo

[columbia]

Playing where should be - the 4th line - is definitely a factor.

[MRandall25]

He's definitely been the most consistent in terms of solid play in both ends, IMO.

Good forechecking, solid backchecking.

[champeen]

He's looking good.

I guess he's striving for Max Talbot's "disappear during the regular season, get chicks and a fat contract off of the playoffs" routine.

chicks? i don't think so....