Thomas better pick it up if he wants to be in the Olympics

[BalotelliMassive]

He doesn’t belong on team Canada because he isn’t now nor will he ever be one of the top 4 centers in Canada. Not hard to understand.

It’s not as easy as just looking at top 4 C’s when constructing these teams

He’s on their list

He's not a top four Canadian center because of how ridiculous their talent is and Crosby is a lock as it's his last go. How does RT play on the wing? If Bedard gets selected (longshot) it's only because he's legit on the wing.

[son_of_foolsgold]

I don't want any Blues player in the Olympics.

[TheJackBurton]

He doesn’t belong on team Canada because he isn’t now nor will he ever be one of the top 4 centers in Canada. Not hard to understand.

He doesn't have to be. He's one of the best defensive forwards in the game and passing as well so he could very easily be a 3rd or 4th line center or winger.

[theograce]

He doesn’t belong on team Canada because he isn’t now nor will he ever be one of the top 4 centers in Canada. Not hard to understand.

It’s not as easy as just looking at top 4 C’s when constructing these teams

He’s on their list

He's not a top four Canadian center because of how ridiculous their talent is and Crosby is a lock as it's his last go. How does RT play on the wing? If Bedard gets selected (longshot) it's only because he's legit on the wing.

It’s about making a team. Lots goes into it…especially the bottom 6. It’s not about points and talent … that’s just part of it:

[Bacchk29]

He doesn’t belong on team Canada because he isn’t now nor will he ever be one of the top 4 centers in Canada. Not hard to understand.

It’s not as easy as just looking at top 4 C’s when constructing these teams

He’s on their list

He's not a top four Canadian center because of how ridiculous their talent is and Crosby is a lock as it's his last go. How does RT play on the wing? If Bedard gets selected (longshot) it's only because he's legit on the wing.

It’s about making a team. Lots goes into it…especially the bottom 6. It’s not about points and talent … that’s just part of it:

Then we’re looking for intangibles like leadership. He’s not a leader here per se why would he with team Canada? And yes it’s about talent and numbers. Tavares Suzuki would be considered first.

[theograce]

He doesn’t belong on team Canada because he isn’t now nor will he ever be one of the top 4 centers in Canada. Not hard to understand.

It’s not as easy as just looking at top 4 C’s when constructing these teams

He’s on their list

He's not a top four Canadian center because of how ridiculous their talent is and Crosby is a lock as it's his last go. How does RT play on the wing? If Bedard gets selected (longshot) it's only because he's legit on the wing.

It’s about making a team. Lots goes into it…especially the bottom 6. It’s not about points and talent … that’s just part of it:

Then we’re looking for intangibles like leadership. He’s not a leader here per se why would he with team Canada? And yes it’s about talent and numbers. Tavares Suzuki would be considered first.

He can play in all situations against top players and is one of the best in the world in the circles. He was really trending the last half of the season when he basically had as many points as Kucherov and the big boys

[theograce]

Execution has been bad

What’s worse is he is exhibiting very poor body language.

Needs to smarten up and lead by example like Schenn.

[roadkillIL]

!!! Falling off chair. theNOgrace writes something that can be construed as a positive, non-derogatory comment about a Blues player. [The captain] !!!

[ManitobaBlues]

He doesn’t belong on team Canada because he isn’t now nor will he ever be one of the top 4 centers in Canada. Not hard to understand.

It’s not as easy as just looking at top 4 C’s when constructing these teams

He’s on their list

Hey Theo, I’ll tell ya this — if Armstrong brings Thomas onto the Olympic team based on how he’s playing right now, buddy, a lot of Canadians are gonna roast him just like they’re doing with Yzerman

[TruBlueFan_1970]

Execution has been bad

What’s worse is he is exhibiting very poor body language.

Needs to smarten up and lead by example like Schenn.

Maybe if he wasn’t constantly stapled to Buch on his wing, he might be better. Either way, he’s off to a bad start and will need to have a big game, to get him going.

[theograce]

Execution has been bad

What’s worse is he is exhibiting very poor body language.

Needs to smarten up and lead by example like Schenn.

Maybe if he wasn’t constantly stapled to Buch on his wing, he might be better.

Maybe. But wasn’t he on his wing when he scored 45 points in his last 30 games last season?

[a smell of green grass]

Olympics, don't talk about Olympics, you kidding me, Olympics

[Backesdraft]

Execution has been bad

What’s worse is he is exhibiting very poor body language.

Needs to smarten up and lead by example like Schenn.

Maybe if he wasn’t constantly stapled to Buch on his wing, he might be better. Either way, he’s off to a bad start and will need to have a big game, to get him going.

Buch could still turn it around so I’m not saying it’s over by any means. That said, your point is spot on. Imagine if Buch had just buried a couple of the numerous great chances he’s had (setup by RT)? The entire structure of that line changes if Buch could start putting the puck in. IF that happens RTs numbers will sky rocket.

[theograce]

Execution has been bad

What’s worse is he is exhibiting very poor body language.

Needs to smarten up and lead by example like Schenn.

Maybe if he wasn’t constantly stapled to Buch on his wing, he might be better. Either way, he’s off to a bad start and will need to have a big game, to get him going.

Buch could still turn it around so I’m not saying it’s over by any means. That said, your point is spot on. Imagine if Buch had just buried a couple of the numerous great chances he’s had (setup by RT)? The entire structure of that line changes if Buch could start putting the puck in. IF that happens RTs numbers will sky rocket.

Buchnevch averages about 20 goals 160-170 shots per year

[TAFKAP]

I hope none of the Blues make their Olympic teams. They need to get their [shirt] together.

[theograce]

I hope none of the Blues make their Olympic teams. They need to get their [shirt] together.

Binnington and Parayko should be there for another Gold