‘Vasilevsky helps when a goal is already unavoidable’
– Tampa’s secret to success is very simple. On the one hand, it’s Vasilevsky at the door. On the other hand, Kucherov and Stamkos are on the offensive. Point is also a very strong player there, but he is not in the squad, he is injured so far. Although we may see him in the final. But the Tampa players have shown that they could very well do without Point.
– But is the main asset of the “lightning” in the final still Vasilevsky?
– Andrei, of course, works wonders, the greatest goalkeeper of our time. Take everything you can. And the most important thing is that Vasilevsky goes to exactly those moments when, it seems, everything is already – an inevitable goal. This is where Andrew comes to the rescue. However, let’s not forget about Kucherov. Stamkos is good at finishing attacks, he skates well, opens for passes. But the assists Kucherov has handed out over the past few seasons are something. Nikita is truly a versatile person. It’s good that after Malkin and Ovechkin, a Russian forward of such a high level appeared in the NHL.
– Does Kucherov have the same great future as Malkin and Ovechkin?
– In terms of skill, Nikita is no longer inferior to them. God forbid there were less injuries, they are constantly chasing him. But it’s understandable – no one likes a good player, he’s been beaten, beaten and will be beaten. But Kucherov is a block, he takes all the shots with honor. Too bad we only see it on TV. But it’s still nice when our country is represented by such a match.
“Nichushkin – the opener of this season”
– Does Colorado have a chance in the final against Tampa?
“Lavins” must receive his due. It’s a very strong team, the coaching work is visible there and the players are very good. Even before the start of the season, it was clear that Colorado was a top contender for the Cup. But I will say the playoff experience is a good thing. And Tampa now has more than anyone. They have retained two shock links, the goalkeeper is the strongest, so the lightning has priority in the final. However, the opponent is strong, so a masterpiece awaits us in the final.
By the way, Valery Nichushkin has played well in Colorado this season.
– This is the real opening of this season. He was young before. It’s just that his career took such a turn that he had to endure. But Nichushkin defended his right to play in the NHL. You remember how Valera played a year before he flew overseas – the guy did wonders here. And then he had a decline, maybe even in psychology. But they trusted him and did the right thing. Because talent must be trusted! And now he has opened up, coaching the team, scoring some much needed goals. Nichushkin becomes a star, God forbid he keeps his game at the same level.
“Our hockey stars admire Putin”
– In general, it’s great that in recent years Russian players have not only won the Stanley Cup. All are true leaders of their clubs.
They lead everywhere. Well, did Shesterkin play badly for Rangers? Or Sorokin for the islanders? Guys just need to be trusted. And if you trust the Russians, they will tear any opponents apart. I’m talking about hockey now, not politics. Even if it’s the same there. I think in hockey, our guys look up to the leader of Russia, Vladimir Putin. They all know him, went out on the ice together, played. I’m sure the spirit of our president plays a role here. I have such an opinion.
– Does Shesterkin claim the Vezina trophy?
– Of course, like Vasilevsky. Let’s be honest, the Rangers retired two people in the playoffs – Shesterkin and Panarin. Artemy is the main player, he scores the most. He’s also the leader of the team, it’s nice to watch him, Master with a capital letter. Especially now, when he talks less and spends more time playing hockey. We can see that Panarin has become a real man, and not a kid who doesn’t understand what he is saying. He’s everything in the game.
Source : MatchTV
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