The Readers Rate The Senators – The Defense
In late June/Early July, I went through the Senators roster and gave grades to each player based on their performance for the season. I also asked readers to vote their opinions and now I will compile them and give the results of that voting and compare them to what I gave them.
May 22, 2013; Ottawa, ON, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Erik Karlsson (65) during wamups prior to game four of the second round of the 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Scotiabank Place. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports
Earlier today I looked at the goalies, now turning to the defensemen.
You can check my full season review of Benoit HERE.
May 24, 2013; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Ottawa Senators left wing Andre Benoit (61) checks Pittsburgh Penguins center Brandon Sutter (16) to the ice during the first period in game five of the second round of the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the CONSOL Energy Center. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
My Grade: B
The Fans Said: It was pretty split between A and B, with 47% giving him an A with the other 53% going B and C.
You can check my full season review of Borowiecki HERE.
Jan 29, 2013; Ottawa, ON, CAN; Montreal Canadiens defenseman Francis Bouillon (55) is checked by Ottawa Senators defenseman Mark Borowiecki (74)) in the first period at Scotiabank Place. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports
My Grade: C
The Fans Said: There was really no agreement among the fans, with votes ranging from A to D, with a couple of INCOMPLTES. The top votegetters were A and C in a tie.
You can see the full review of Cowen’s limited appearanc this season HERE
May 14, 2013; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Ottawa Senators defenseman Jared Cowen (2) handles the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the third period in game one of the second round of the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the CONSOL Energy Center. The Pittsburgh Penguins won 4-1. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
My Grade: INCOMPLETE
The Fans Said: While a lot of people agreed with me that there simply wasn’t enough of a sample size to give a grade. Of those who did grade him, the prevailing grade was a B.
You can see the full review of Gonchar’s performance HERE
May 19, 2013; Ottawa, ON, CAN; Ottawa Senators Pdefenseman Sergei Gonchar (55) controls the puck in the third period in game three of the second round of the 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Scotiabank Place. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports
My Grade: A
The Fans Say: Most of the fans also considered his performance worthy of an A. Over 50% went in that direction, with only 10% going lower than a B.
Check out the full review of Gryba’s performance HERE
May 14, 2013; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Ottawa Senators defenseman Eric Gryba (62) carries the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the second period in game one of the second round of the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the CONSOL Energy Center. The Pittsburgh Penguins won 4-1. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
My Grade: B+
The Fans Say: While B+ wasn’t an option, the fans were very happy with what Gryba gave them. 45% voted B with an additional 30% going to A. 5% voted D.
Check out the full review of Karlsson’s season HERE
May 22, 2013; Ottawa, ON, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Erik Karlsson (65) during wamups prior to game four of the second round of the 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Scotiabank Place. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports
My Grade: A
The Fans Say: Even though he had his season cut dramatically short, the Fans still appreciated the player to the point that 79% still gave him an A, with 15% giving him a B. One person gave him a D, no doubt a jealous P.K. Subban fan!
Check out the full review of Lundin’s performance HERE
Mar 25, 2013; Ottawa, ON, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Mike Lundin (10) controls the puck in the first period against the New Jersey Devils at Scotiabank Place. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports
My Grade: F
The Fans Say: Pretty much in agreement, with 47% giving him an F and another 37% going for incomplete. A surprising 7% gave him an A – family and friends, perhaps?
Check out the full review of Methot’s season HERE
May 19, 2013; Ottawa, ON, CAN; Ottawa Senators defenseman Marc Methot (3) controls the puck in the second period in game three of the second round of the 2013 Stanley Cup playoffs against the Pittsburgh Penguins at Scotiabank Place. Mandatory Credit: Marc DesRosiers-USA TODAY Sports
My Grade: A
The Fans Say: Overwhelmingly, with 89% the grade is an A. The other 11% voted for B.
Check out Phillips season review HERE
May 24, 2013; Pittsburgh, PA, USA; Ottawa Senators defenseman Chris Phillips (4) handles the puck against the Pittsburgh Penguins during the first period in game five of the second round of the 2013 Stanley Cup Playoffs at the CONSOL Energy Center. The Pittsburgh Penguins won 6-2 to close out the series. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports
My Grade: B
The Fans Say: For the most part, B was the consensus grade, with 48%, but another 40% went even higher and gave him an A.
Check out the report card for Wiercioch HERE
Apr. 5, 2013; Buffalo, NY, USA; Ottawa Senators defenseman Patrick Wiercioch (46) takes a shot on goal during the first period against the Buffalo Sabres at First Niagara Center. Mandatory Credit: Timothy T. Ludwig-USA TODAY Sports
My Grade: B
The Fans Say: With 51%, the grade B led the way, bookended by 27% saying A and 20% going with a C.