when it comes to Emelin we all (including fans and management) have our collective heads in the sand. He is a terrible d-man. He has been terrible for years. He looked good earlier because he was paired with Weber. Petry is no Weber and just can't cover for Emelins' f--k ups. There is no one to pair Emelin with..(he may end up with Weber again before its all said and done). He costs the team 3 goals last night. Did you see Petry's reaction on the 3rd goal??? literally saying WTF...He is not hurt... except for his hockey IQ = which has been in a coma for the past 3 years...
When Bergevin took over, I had hopes we could build such a 'permanent contender.' But now it looks more and more as though the game is to try to win one Cup during Weber's limited window, then crap out. Hopefully this is an overly pessimistic reading of the overall talent in the pipeline.
Don't think it was the G.M. who wanted #74 dressed and kept on playing him for some unknown reason. Is not like they don't have several days off after this game.