NEW LINE ALRIGHT WITH CANES
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When the 27 year old was acquired from Vancouver, many expected the sleek right winger to contribute offensively. What was not expected was the winger being able to maintain his composure, battle down low and help keep the puck out of his own zone.
"Playing with Stillman, we figured Cisar would be a new trigger man for a creative center," said head coach Joel Quenneville. "The kid has a rocket on that stick. The thing that I noticed right away was his attention to detail. He knows how to play the game in both ends, far more than we expected."
Cisar, who currently has 2 points in 2 games, was also +4 in the two contests. Onlookers have suggested having two way left winger Mike Fisher has helped the winger make the adjustment.
"I don't preach to him about how the game should be played," said Fisher, a devout Christian, "but I do expect that everyone on the ice plays the entire rink. Kovy was far better than anyone I have ever played with offensively but he never figured out that there is another zone. Cisar seems to get it."
Fisher, who has started to heat up as of late, currently sits with 11 goals and 16 assists for 27 points in 33 games. The talented forward was expected to put up more numbers this year after a strong, point a game playoff run last season in which the Canes were defeated by the defending Stanley Cup Champion New York Islanders. After that run performance, the Canes handed over the assistant captaincy to Fisher, formerly belonging to departed winger Jeff O'Neill.
"It is an honor to be able to have a letter on your sweater," said the Fish. "I take it to heart. It means you represent the team and I want the team to be respected."
Fisher quickly became a fan favourite for his intense style, aggressive forechecking and defensive play. Adding offense this year and getting offensive ice time has helped the youngster feel more comfortable in the lineup.
Canes take on the Blue Jackets this evening.
When the 27 year old was acquired from Vancouver, many expected the sleek right winger to contribute offensively. What was not expected was the winger being able to maintain his composure, battle down low and help keep the puck out of his own zone.
"Playing with Stillman, we figured Cisar would be a new trigger man for a creative center," said head coach Joel Quenneville. "The kid has a rocket on that stick. The thing that I noticed right away was his attention to detail. He knows how to play the game in both ends, far more than we expected."
Cisar, who currently has 2 points in 2 games, was also +4 in the two contests. Onlookers have suggested having two way left winger Mike Fisher has helped the winger make the adjustment.
"I don't preach to him about how the game should be played," said Fisher, a devout Christian, "but I do expect that everyone on the ice plays the entire rink. Kovy was far better than anyone I have ever played with offensively but he never figured out that there is another zone. Cisar seems to get it."
Fisher, who has started to heat up as of late, currently sits with 11 goals and 16 assists for 27 points in 33 games. The talented forward was expected to put up more numbers this year after a strong, point a game playoff run last season in which the Canes were defeated by the defending Stanley Cup Champion New York Islanders. After that run performance, the Canes handed over the assistant captaincy to Fisher, formerly belonging to departed winger Jeff O'Neill.
"It is an honor to be able to have a letter on your sweater," said the Fish. "I take it to heart. It means you represent the team and I want the team to be respected."
Fisher quickly became a fan favourite for his intense style, aggressive forechecking and defensive play. Adding offense this year and getting offensive ice time has helped the youngster feel more comfortable in the lineup.
Canes take on the Blue Jackets this evening.
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