“Panarin was not visible in the second round”
“Completely different people play the main roles in the playoffs,” notes Aleksey Tereshchenko. – It’s a well-known fact. Look at the Rangers who managed to turn the streak and reach the conference finals. After all, Artemy Panarin was virtually invisible in the second round. Because the battles for the Cup require a little difference from a person. Skill alone is not enough. Yes, Artemy took the team to the second round with a pinpoint shot in overtime. But then it was no longer noticeable. But Igor Shesterkin coached the team in every game. Of course, not only thanks to him the Rangers finally defeated the Carolinas, but the goalkeeper’s contribution to the victory is really important, Igor often helped in difficult times.
– How to explain that the “Rangers” beat the “Carolina” two decisive meetings of the series with a big score – 5:2, 6:2?
“Actually, there is nothing unusual here. The Carolina goaltender didn’t start the game very well, the team ran to win back, started making mistakes, and that’s how we got such a big score. Although there is no need to minimize the merits of Rangers. They released a very difficult series. They showed a good game.
– Who looks better in the final – Tampa or Rangers?
– It seems to me that Tampa is the favorite in this pair. It has a very stable line-up of champions, which changes punctually and only gets stronger each season. I think Tampa is the favorite not only for the conference finals, but also the main contender for the Stanley Cup. Remember how easily “lightning” passed through “Florida” – not a single match was given to the opponent. It is an experienced cutting team. But the Rangers haven’t made the playoffs in recent years.
“Vasilevsky has more experience, in this respect he is better than Shesterkin”
– This series will feature a very interesting duel between two Russian goalkeepers – Igor Shesterkin and Andrey Vasilevsky. Which has the advantage? Andrey has huge winning experience, and Igor took on some crazy courage.
It is difficult to compare them because they are too different. Vasilevsky is tall and powerful. Shesterkin is much smaller, but fast. It all depends on the state in which they approach this series. Of course, Andrei has more experience, in this respect he is better. But the goalkeeper’s game depends on the actions of the whole team. There are a lot of nuances here.
– A question for you, as the most experienced playoff fighter. The Rangers will start the streak before winding down after their fight against the Carolinas. Tampa, on the contrary, had the maximum possible break before the semifinals – they rested for an entire week. Who is in the best position?
– It depends a lot on the coaching staff of both teams – how will they prepare them? Of course, it’s good when you’re in good shape right away. But you also need to rest, at least a little too. First, rejuvenate emotionally and functionally.
What was best for you personally?
– Better to win and move on to the next round. The series score is secondary. Although, of course, you always try to achieve results as soon as possible. In support of Rangers, we can say that it is better to play than to train. But the team is already in the second round of seven games. It also does not go unnoticed. Forces have to be taken from somewhere. Because you went to the next turn, the reset will not happen. Therefore, Tampa will be a little easier in this regard. Maybe for the first few shifts they’ll swing, but then they’ll get into their regular rhythm of play. On the other hand, it is a chance for Rangers to make the opponent commit an error from the start of the first game.
“Nichushkin has restarted his career, after going through a very difficult period”
– Who is your favorite in an “Edmonton” – “Colorado” pair?
– Colorado is playing very well, the whole team is strong there. And Edmonton has a great forward team that scores a lot. There will also be a very interesting confrontation.
– Colorado forward Valery Nichushkin is having his best season in the NHL. Because of what he added so much at 27?
– As a rule, it depends, on the one hand, on the confidence of the coach. On the other hand, to understand the player himself – what do they want from him? Valera restarted his career this season. Nichushkin went through a tough time when goalscoring wasn’t going well for him, and now he’s playing great. The player must be constantly trained. If he is only engaged in introspection, it is a road that leads nowhere. I got through that first hand, very difficult. No matter how professional you are, you always need someone outside to tell you and point out mistakes. It is equally important that you do not take this criticism with hostility, but use it to your advantage. It doesn’t matter if you are 20 or 40. If you want to be on the team, you have to constantly improve. Only those who are committed to their own development stay afloat in big sports.
NHL. Playoffs
Carolina Hurricanes (Raleigh) – New York Rangers (New York) – 2:6 (0:2, 0:1, 2:3)
Goals: Trochek 48:11 (bol.). Dom, 56:13. — Fox, 3:40 (bol.). Crider, 8:00 (bol.), 43:59. Strome, 36:19. Kytil, 48:51. Kopp, 57:08.
Source : MatchTV
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