Ever since he had his kid, he has been a different player. Focused, loose and fast. At the beginnning of the playoffs I would have rather had anyone but 23 out there, but you have to give him credit, last night was the best he has looked in years. Picking him back up was worth that one assist.
Vermette and Desjardins have made a big difference. Desjardins grit and determination and Vermette's steadiness have been fun to see develop. Probably can't keep them, but hopefully some of our younger guys have learned how to be a pro from them.
And Crawford, the guy gets no respect from national pundits and just goes out and plays steady. The one mistake he thankfully saved, and knocked a forward out of the game, then Bishop one upped him. I am sure both had some nerves going on.
