from Bob Duff of Detroit Hockey Now,
2022-23 Red Wings Lowlight
Long goalless droughts were populating Berggren’s stat line. He tallied once in 11 games from Dec. 29-Feb. 9. Over his last 20 games of the season, the young Swede was good for just three goals.
“I have no problem saying he took a dip in his game towards the end of the year,” Red Wings coach Derek Lalonde said of Berggren. “Understandable for young players. We asked a lot of those guys. After the (NHL trade) deadline his role increased more and there was an obvious dip in his production, and in some of his five-on-five play.”
What Does His Detroit Future Hold?
It’s easy to see Berggren playing a bigger role in Detroit’s future. It’s equally feasible that at some point, he could be valuable as part of a package moved to upgrade the club’s roster. As a rookie, Berggren was showing flashes that he can be a productive offensive player.That being said, there was also solid evidence that his game is a long way from being a finished product. His defensive decision making often left his teammates in a lurch. Another issue with Berggren was too many needless penalties in the offensive zone or away from the play.
“A very important offseason,” Lalonde said. “You would hope there’s a natural growth and progression in his game and he’ll be better for it once camp starts next year.”
Canada has advanced to finals. USA and Germany now playing to see who faces Canada. Seider playing and has an assist. Score tied 2-2 after 1 period.
Gold medal game will be on Sunday at 1:20pm ET.
Watch on the NHL Network or TSN.
3-2 USA
Another issue with Berggren was too many needless penalties in the offensive zone or away from the play.
That line from the article is pretty unfair. Berggren only took eight penalties (16 minutes) in 67 games. I doubt they all were "needless penalties in the offensive zone or away from the play." My recollection is that a lot of them were for "retaliation" after getting hit with a cheap shot. I actually liked seeing that from him.
And while they may very well include him in a package with picks for some sort of upgrade, I'd first like to see how he plays this coming season. I always thought he was just a pass-first guy, but he showed he's willing to take a shot when he has a chance. I wouldn't even be surprised if, in the long run, he turned out to be a better goal scorer than Raymond.
3-3 less than 2 minutes to play in third
On to OT. Apparently 3 on 3 sudden death. Should not last long. Damn and I have an eye appointment to go to.
Late game tying goal by Germany.
4-3 Germany Face Canada for gold
Herr Seider having fun as usual!
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