Lalonde says in the post game that Petry did the right thing and it was Rasmussen’s guy in front. I’m sorry but even if that’s your “system” it is asinine in that moment. Ras is trailing “Petry’s” guy and obviously no where in position to cover the guy busting down the slot. It makes no sense for Petry to leave the middle of the ice to make that challenge under the circumstances.
That doesn’t absolve Rasmussen in my eyes either. Not only did he apparently pick the wrong lane/player to backcheck on but he did it lazily too. He didn’t look like a player fighting for his playoff life in my opinion. Seider also made a half hearted attempt on the puck carrier on the play allowing the guy by him. Just ugly hockey all around, it was tough to watch. This roster isn’t great and I’ve been fine with Lalonde, but I’m starting to get concerned that the team has no juice in a playoff race no matter the circumstances. I’m very disheartened by this stretch that’s ended their playoff hopes.