Cole Caufield: we wonder if his shoulder operation is bothering him – Canada Boosts

However the man identified for scoring objectives by the ton isn’t precisely scoring by the ton this yr. In truth, he has simply 5 objectives this yr (and just one 5-on-5 purpose), a far cry from his tempo of 26 objectives in 46 video games final yr.

Final yr, he scored a purpose each two video games; this yr, it’s a purpose each three video games.

The best way to clarify all this? On the most recent Sick Podcast, Tony Marinaro and Grant McCagg raised an attention-grabbing principle: it’s not inconceivable that he’s nonetheless bothered by his shoulder operation.

Is Caufield’s surgical procedure affecting him?@grantmccagg joins @TonyMarinaro to debate Cole Caufield’s manufacturing.

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– The Sick Podcast with Tony Marinaro (@thesickpodcasts) November 15, 2023

Marinaro notes that Caufield’s shot doesn’t essentially have the identical vigor and velocity as final yr. He doesn’t appear as comfy with regards to unleashing photographs, and maybe that’s as a result of he’s nonetheless bothered by his shoulder.

His catch-and-shoot, for instance, appears to have misplaced a little bit of its superbness, whereas Caufield nonetheless hasn’t scored a purpose that approach this season.

Alternatively, even when Caufield is admittedly bothered by his shoulder, there’s no must panic simply but. Let me clarify.

Fairly often, gamers coming back from a significant damage want a bit time to get again into the swing of issues, and as a rule, it’s the psychological facet of issues that’s the issue. Simply because Caufield’s shoulder is bothering him doesn’t essentially imply it’s bothering him bodily: perhaps it’s simply that he’s not but assured in his shoulder.

Kirby Dach will most likely need to undergo the identical ordeal subsequent yr, getting back from a significant knee damage by which two ligaments (anterior and medial cruciate) had been torn. In truth, it may even trouble him for the entire of subsequent season: it’s not uncommon for players to experience a difficult first season after such an injury elsewhere in the sporting world.

With time, nevertheless, chances are high good that the little maverick will finally regain the boldness he must carry out to the perfect of his capability.

And let’s not overlook that he might have already got it, however he’s merely caught with trio mates who don’t swimsuit him.

“What’s Caufield doing with the 3rd center?” https://t.co/xR5ej7EuYa

– TVA Sports activities (@TVASports) November 15, 2023

Let’s hope for the teen’s sake that he finally finds the boldness he wants as quickly as potential, if that actually is the issue. I’m not apprehensive that he’ll get there finally, however when he does, he’s actually going to be mentally unstuck.

And, by the identical token, it’s going to assist him unlock his goal-scoring potential in an enormous approach.

In gusto

– A beautiful second to honour the reminiscence of Karl Tremblay, who sadly passed away earlier right this moment.

Stunning thought for Karl Tremblay, as Laval Rocket followers sang “Les étoiles filantes” all collectively @RocketLaval @StephRDSJunior pic.twitter.com/dtbJZYSFdq

– RDS (@RDSca) November 16, 2023

– Very touching.

– Mike Matheson at the moment leads the NHL in whole ice time this season.

– The topic of video games in Quebec Metropolis continues to impress reactions.

“The Canadiens have abandoned Quebec City for years” https://t.co/zmX9hKp6zu

– TVA Sports activities (@TVASports) November 15, 2023

– Nice learn.

– Déjà vu for the Tricolore.

One yr extra, one level much less…

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– RDS (@RDSca) November 15, 2023