Its' Here! NHL 2008 Playoff Thread - Page 4

Honolulu_Blue · 04-12-2008, 09:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

But Marty Lapointe takes a STUPID high sticking penalty with about 1:20 left. Ryan Malone scores on the PP with a minute left, and adds the empty netter, Pens 5-3. If that was Ottawa's big push, this series is over.

Yeah, it was good to see that Martin LaPointe is still Martin LaPointe. He killed the Wings multiple times doing stuff like that at critical junctures.

Honolulu_Blue · 04-12-2008, 09:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Draft Dodger

he may have tried to kick it, but after seeing a few different angles it looks like the puck missed his foot entirely and went off of Salei's toe instead. Tough break for the Avs - the Wild have 5 goals, and two of them have been fluky deflections off an Avalanche skate in front.

once again, if you aren't watching, you're missing great hockey. This game was tied 1-1 late in the 3rd, but Mikko Koivu (who has KILLED the Avs his whole career) fires a 60' curveball that fools Jose Theodore to make it 2-1. The Avs pull their goalie and shortly thereafter Kim Johnsson hooks Ryan Smyth in front of the net to give the Avs a 6 on 4 PP. The Wild were crazy about the call, but it was a good one - Johnsson definitely hooked him, and Smyth probably would have scored if he hadn't. The Avs convert on the PP with 43 seconds left to send it into OT. where, of course, Keith Carney wins it.

Carney, as you know, is a sniper. He started slowly this year, with just zero goals in his first 60 games. But he scored one against the Avs in the final game of the season and now has 2 goals in his last 3 games, both against Colorado. We're going to need to make note of him every time he steps...er, lumbers on to the ice.

I'm with you, DD. This has been a great series. Colorado scares me. They really have a ton of talent up front and they're all healthy now. Theodore has looked solid too.

I still like the Avs in this one. They have a ton more firepower up front and the goaltending matchup has been more or less even to this point

Suburban Rhythm · 04-12-2008, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

Yeah, it was good to see that Martin LaPointe is still Martin LaPointe. He killed the Wings multiple times doing stuff like that at critical junctures.

It was so terrible the penalty taken-- he was honestly trying to lift Ruutu's stick at center ice, pretty routine play-- but the timing was horrendous. I guess it's easy to say from here, but three other guys back, you let Ruutu dump that puck in. Period.

Dr. Sak · 04-12-2008, 11:23 AM

Cringe alert...Patrick Thoresen got hit in the GROIN with the puck last night and had to be hospitalized.

Suburban Rhythm · 04-12-2008, 11:30 AM

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Cringe alert...Patrick Thoresen got hit in the GROIN with the puck last night and had to be hospitalized.

Gary Roberts would take a puck to the groin...and score on the deflection.
What a bunch of Cryers.

Maple Leafs · 04-12-2008, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Gary Roberts would take a puck to the groin...and score on the deflection.

When Gary Roberts takes a puck to the groin, the puck is hospitalized.

Dr. Sak · 04-12-2008, 11:45 AM

Well the Pens have to have someone tough like Roberts to counteract the pussy Crosby. It is good to have balance on your team.

Suburban Rhythm · 04-12-2008, 11:59 AM

Oh I get it...so like Kapanen can skate, to offset Hatcher? Or like Dowd is generally considered an intelligent player to offset Downie? And to offset Biron, they've got....er, um....hmmmm....help me out here. Or do they pair him with "Coach" Stevens, and hope two wrongs make a right?

I actually like Philly in their series if Biron can do anything. Stop Ovechkin, stop the Caps.

Schmidty · 04-12-2008, 01:27 PM

D MAC IS BACK!!!! Wooo!!!

Pyser · 04-12-2008, 02:30 PM

crazy game in detroit so far

gotta love playoff hockey

Logan · 04-12-2008, 02:38 PM

Pumpy, the refs also missed a pretty solid hold by Blair Betts as a Devil tried moving the puck up ice with less than a minute left, I believe.

Dr. Sak · 04-12-2008, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Oh I get it...so like Kapanen can skate, to offset Hatcher? Or like Dowd is generally considered an intelligent player to offset Downie? And to offset Biron, they've got....er, um....hmmmm....help me out here. Or do they pair him with "Coach" Stevens, and hope two wrongs make a right?

Hal Gill doesnt have blazing speed either. And just wait till Therien starts messing with the lines again...he's due to change them up.

Honestly...Philly doesn't have the defense to keep up with the Caps. It showed last night and Biron looked shaky. He goes down too quick, has no lateral movement, and just watch the Caps shoot high glove all day.

Honolulu_Blue · 04-12-2008, 04:09 PM

Nashville outplayed Detroit in the first two periods, but the Wings finally pulled away in the third and pretty much dominated.

Hasek had some great saves. He looked good.

Suburban Rhythm · 04-12-2008, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by bsak16

Hal Gill doesnt have blazing speed either. And just wait till Therien starts messing with the lines again...he's due to change them up.

I really think he's past that, Malkin is playing too well for him to tinker with anything.

Also...Hossa, meh. He is not meshing with Crosby at all.

sterlingice · 04-12-2008, 07:43 PM

The Nashville/Detroit 2nd period was fun but, yeah, the third was kindof boring.

SI

Dr. Sak · 04-12-2008, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Also...Hossa, meh. He is not meshing with Crosby at all.

I really agree with that, actually I think Pascal Dupuis is the gem of that trade. Hossa has really been non-existant.

Pyser · 04-12-2008, 08:48 PM

lets go boston!

Suburban Rhythm · 04-12-2008, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by bsak16

I really agree with that, actually I think Pascal Dupuis is the gem of that trade. Hossa has really been non-existant.

Yep...rather they use the $8M it would take to keep Hossa, and put that towards keeping Malone, Dupuis and bringing in a mid-tier guy (ala Sykora). Then wrap up Malkin long term. And Fleury is a RFA. Toss in the $5M off the books with Roberts and Recchi's deals, and Orpik and Eaton becoming UFAs. One of those two could be back, but they'll have a little money to throw around at a d-man.
But retaining Hossa means lots of choices need to be made elsewhere.

Honolulu_Blue · 04-13-2008, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by sterlingice

The Nashville/Detroit 2nd period was fun but, yeah, the third was kindof boring.

SI

If by fun you mean "not fun" and if by boring you mean "relaxing" and "enjoyable", then I totally agree.

Honolulu_Blue · 04-13-2008, 09:05 AM

As for the two controversial calls in the Wings/Preds series.

I don't have too much of a problem with the Game 1 call where the linesman got hit with the puck and caused it to stay "in" the zone. It was very close, the linesman got hit and couldn't be in a position to make it. I am fine with it.

I do, however, think the Preds were jobbed in Game 2. That first "non goal" was definitely a goal. I didn't hear the whistle before it went in and the net was clearly still on its morings. It was a much easier call than Yelle's similar goal in the Sharks/Flames series, which was considered a goal.

As for Holmstrom's goalie intereference. It was close. Goals have been waived off for less, but he's also scored goals while doing more. It's a total judgment call. Though I wouldn't be surprised if the next "judgment" call went against Detroit.

sachmo71 · 04-13-2008, 11:50 AM

Can't believe the Stars are up 2-0 over the defending champs. The good news is the Stars overcame a Ducks rally to win 5-2 last night. They have been a glass team when losing a lead this year...nice to see them able to withstand the pressure and finish the job.

But in the back of my mind, I know that the Duck now come in and win the next 2, then take one at home, lose back in Dallas, and finally win convincingly on home ice.

At least we will give them a scare, though.

bhlloy · 04-13-2008, 12:46 PM

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Can't believe the Stars are up 2-0 over the defending champs. The good news is the Stars overcame a Ducks rally to win 5-2 last night. They have been a glass team when losing a lead this year...nice to see them able to withstand the pressure and finish the job.

But in the back of my mind, I know that the Duck now come in and win the next 2, then take one at home, lose back in Dallas, and finally win convincingly on home ice.

At least we will give them a scare, though.

Don't think that is going to happen. The Ducks are cooked, so to speak. If we give up three goals a game, we don't have the offense to win. Maybe a healthy Perry would make a difference, but I doubt it.

I would like to see Hiller get the start in Dallas for game 3, although that might be seen as a complete white flag he's actually got huge potential and Giggy just isn't getting the job done right now. It just might be the thing that changes the series. God knows the veterans are doing a piss poor job...

Unless the Ducks do a complete 180, I'd be amazed to see this series go longer than five, and I'd probably put money on 4-0.

Maple Leafs · 04-13-2008, 12:55 PM

So if the Ducks get swept, what day would the series end? When do players clean out their lockers, final meetings get held, and executive become available to speak to other teams about new jobs?

You know, just wondering.

MikeVic · 04-13-2008, 01:27 PM

Is it just me, or does it seem like there's more powerplays this year? Every time I turn it onto hockey in these playoffs, someone is on a powerplay.

bhlloy · 04-13-2008, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeVic

Is it just me, or does it seem like there's more powerplays this year? Every time I turn it onto hockey in these playoffs, someone is on a powerplay.

That's what the fans want to see, stupid. Next year, midget goalies with no padding, goals twice as big and teams will alternate 5-on-3 powerplays throughout the game. Fans don't want to see a real sport. They just like it when that little red light goes on behind the goal. If that happens seventy bazillion times a game, we will have all the fans in the world in no time.

Maple Leafs · 04-13-2008, 03:09 PM

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Originally Posted by bhlloy

That's what the fans want to see, stupid. Next year, midget goalies with no padding, goals twice as big and teams will alternate 5-on-3 powerplays throughout the game. Fans don't want to see a real sport. They just like it when that little red light goes on behind the goal. If that happens seventy bazillion times a game, we will have all the fans in the world in no time.

I don't know, there's still something to be said for the denfensive game, and you have to remember....

Wait, were you being sarcastic?

Pumpy Tudors · 04-13-2008, 06:08 PM

Well, I'm all settled in and ready to watch the Devils try to beat the Rangers. I just saw a shot of Martin Brodeur relaxing in the locker room, and I must admit that I was hoping to see a sister-in-law of his giving him a blowjob, but no. I think that's what he needs in order to stay focused these days, and it's not happening.

Oh, well. Maybe the New Jersey offense can make up for it.

Yeah, OK, Devils fans are fucked.

Pumpy Tudors · 04-13-2008, 07:21 PM

I hate Sean Avery. I mean, if he's on your team, you've gotta love him, but if he's not... damn.

TazFTW · 04-13-2008, 07:32 PM

In case you couldn't read Rupp's lips, the on ice mics help.

Pumpy Tudors · 04-13-2008, 07:48 PM

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In case you couldn't read Rupp's lips, the on ice mics help.

Hahaha, yes. That was incredible.

Logan · 04-13-2008, 07:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

I hate Sean Avery. I mean, if he's on your team, you've gotta love him, but if he's not... damn.

I gotta say, I've never seen that faceguarding move Avery pulled off before.

MikeVic · 04-13-2008, 08:01 PM

I just saw the mention the face taunting thing... if that's allowed, I think everyone should do it.

TazFTW · 04-13-2008, 08:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Logan

I gotta say, I've never seen that faceguarding move Avery pulled off before.

After seeing that I think the Rangers should pay him whatever he wants.

Logan · 04-13-2008, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeVic

I just saw the mention the face taunting thing... if that's allowed, I think everyone should do it.

Definitely legal...it's no different than providing a screen by any normal method. Good job by Avery sticking with it despite Brodeur taking multiple shots at his balls.

Pumpy Tudors · 04-13-2008, 08:49 PM

I don't like New Jersey's chances going into overtime here. It's just because they've had trouble getting shots on goal for much of the night. They're getting the puck into the offensive zone, but they aren't getting to the net. Here's the deal: When the Devils get the puck, I don't expect them to do anything with it. When the Rangers get the puck, I hold my breath and expect the skilled New York players to score. That's not a good position to be in as a Devils fan with overtime coming up.

Here's hoping for a lucky break or something. Maybe Brylin needs to score another goal, or maybe somebody like Rupp or Zajac needs to get involved on the offensive end. Why not? The other Devils sure aren't doing much.

Sublime 2 · 04-13-2008, 09:02 PM

Go B's!

Savard with the OT winner.

Pumpy Tudors · 04-13-2008, 09:06 PM

Heads-up play by John Madden to win the game for New Jersey. From behind the net, he banks the puck off a Ranger's skate and through Lundqvist's legs. Game over. Whew!

Logan · 04-13-2008, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

Here's hoping for a lucky break or something.

Psychic Pumpy.

MikeVic · 04-13-2008, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Logan

Definitely legal...it's no different than providing a screen by any normal method. Good job by Avery sticking with it despite Brodeur taking multiple shots at his balls.

I heard the TSN analysts or whatever talking about it, and they think it'll be visited before the next game.

TazFTW · 04-13-2008, 09:18 PM

Well I guess I'm done watching the Flames game now.

Pyser · 04-13-2008, 09:34 PM

every devils goal feels like a miracle, but ill take it

craziness in calgary, yes

TazFTW · 04-13-2008, 09:39 PM

Great hit.

Bad-example · 04-13-2008, 09:42 PM

Not sure how that nasty elbow to the side of Marleau's face turned into a Calgary power play, but 3-1 makes this a game again.

bhlloy · 04-13-2008, 09:43 PM

HOLY CRAP - biggest hit I have seen in a very long time. That reminded me of Wendell Clark's famous hit right there. Interesting to see how the Sharks respond with Shelley on the bench.

As for the Avery thing, it's perfectly legal but I can't believe the Devils just let him stand there for 20 seconds and get away with it. If I was the Devils coach, I would have one of my defensemen drill him in the ear as soon as the puck gets anywhere near the net. Hell, it's one of the few times you will have a clean shot at the little punk.

Logan · 04-13-2008, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by bhlloy

HOLY CRAP - biggest hit I have seen in a very long time. That reminded me of Wendell Clark's famous hit right there. Interesting to see how the Sharks respond with Shelley on the bench.

As for the Avery thing, it's perfectly legal but I can't believe the Devils just let him stand there for 20 seconds and get away with it. If I was the Devils coach, I would have one of my defensemen drill him in the ear as soon as the puck gets anywhere near the net. Hell, it's one of the few times you will have a clean shot at the little punk.

It was a 5 on 3 at the time, which is (I'm assuming) why he did it...bringing one man exclusively to Avery would've given us an even better shot at a goal. And the puck didn't get anywhere near the net until he scored.

Fidatelo · 04-13-2008, 11:16 PM

Landed in NYC today, getting psyched about the game on Wednesday. We packed our Jets jerseys so look for us on TV

Oh, and I sat beside MikeVic's boss on the plane from Winnipeg to Minneapolis. Nice lady.

TazFTW · 04-13-2008, 11:38 PM

Cujo wins!

bhlloy · 04-13-2008, 11:42 PM

Not surprised that the Sharks blew a 3 goal lead when they couldn't even protect their captain. If I was a Sharks fan I would be very worried about the lack of emotion - after the Sarich hit they were very subdued and pretty much laid down and died. You could tell that Calgary was going to get back into it.

Oh, and is there a bigger no effort pussy than Joe Thornton in the whole NHL? You are 6'4 230+, wouldn't hurt you to take some shots in front of the net or go mucking about in the corner for once would it... Pretty plays and big numbers in the regular season are great, nice to see he still has his playoff game going

Pyser · 04-13-2008, 11:55 PM

im glad i kept watching that calgary game

that was awesome. highly entertaining all game

Draft Dodger · 04-14-2008, 07:15 AM

that Sarich hit was the fucking bomb. I kind of had a feeling Calgary would come back in that game.

Interesting that last year's Cup finalists are two of the three teams down 2-0 right now.

04-12-2008, 11:59 AM	#158
Suburban Rhythm Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Pittsburgh	Oh I get it...so like Kapanen can skate, to offset Hatcher? Or like Dowd is generally considered an intelligent player to offset Downie? And to offset Biron, they've got....er, um....hmmmm....help me out here. Or do they pair him with "Coach" Stevens, and hope two wrongs make a right? I actually like Philly in their series if Biron can do anything. Stop Ovechkin, stop the Caps. __________________ "Do you guys play fast tempos with odd time signatures?" "Yeah" "Cool!!"

04-12-2008, 01:27 PM	#159
Schmidty Coordinator Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Early, TX	D MAC IS BACK!!!! Wooo!!! __________________ Just beat the devil out of it!!! - Bob Ross

04-12-2008, 04:09 PM	#163
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	Nashville outplayed Detroit in the first two periods, but the Wings finally pulled away in the third and pretty much dominated. Hasek had some great saves. He looked good. __________________ *Steve Yzerman*: 1,755 points in 1,514 regular season games. 185 points in 196 postseason games. A First-Team All-Star, Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Selke Trophy winner, Masterton Trophy winner, member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Olympic gold medallist, and a three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Longest serving captain of one team in the history of the NHL (19 seasons).

04-12-2008, 07:43 PM	#165
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	The Nashville/Detroit 2nd period was fun but, yeah, the third was kindof boring. SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

04-13-2008, 09:05 AM	#170
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	As for the two controversial calls in the Wings/Preds series. I don't have too much of a problem with the Game 1 call where the linesman got hit with the puck and caused it to stay "in" the zone. It was very close, the linesman got hit and couldn't be in a position to make it. I am fine with it. I do, however, think the Preds were jobbed in Game 2. That first "non goal" was definitely a goal. I didn't hear the whistle before it went in and the net was clearly still on its morings. It was a much easier call than Yelle's similar goal in the Sharks/Flames series, which was considered a goal. As for Holmstrom's goalie intereference. It was close. Goals have been waived off for less, but he's also scored goals while doing more. It's a total judgment call. Though I wouldn't be surprised if the next "judgment" call went against Detroit. __________________ *Steve Yzerman*: 1,755 points in 1,514 regular season games. 185 points in 196 postseason games. A First-Team All-Star, Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Selke Trophy winner, Masterton Trophy winner, member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Olympic gold medallist, and a three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Longest serving captain of one team in the history of the NHL (19 seasons).

04-12-2008, 11:23 AM	#154
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Cringe alert...Patrick Thoresen got hit in the GROIN with the puck last night and had to be hospitalized.

04-12-2008, 11:45 AM	#157
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Well the Pens have to have someone tough like Roberts to counteract the pussy Crosby. It is good to have balance on your team.

04-12-2008, 02:30 PM	#160
Pyser Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Los Angeles	crazy game in detroit so far gotta love playoff hockey

04-12-2008, 02:38 PM	#161
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	Pumpy, the refs also missed a pretty solid hold by Blair Betts as a Devil tried moving the puck up ice with less than a minute left, I believe.

04-12-2008, 08:48 PM	#167
Pyser Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Los Angeles	lets go boston!

04-13-2008, 11:50 AM	#171
sachmo71 The boy who cried Trout Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: TX	Can't believe the Stars are up 2-0 over the defending champs. The good news is the Stars overcame a Ducks rally to win 5-2 last night. They have been a glass team when losing a lead this year...nice to see them able to withstand the pressure and finish the job. But in the back of my mind, I know that the Duck now come in and win the next 2, then take one at home, lose back in Dallas, and finally win convincingly on home ice. At least we will give them a scare, though.

04-13-2008, 12:55 PM	#173
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	So if the Ducks get swept, what day would the series end? When do players clean out their lockers, final meetings get held, and executive become available to speak to other teams about new jobs? You know, just wondering. __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

04-13-2008, 01:27 PM	#174
MikeVic Head Coach Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hometown of Canada	Is it just me, or does it seem like there's more powerplays this year? Every time I turn it onto hockey in these playoffs, someone is on a powerplay.

04-13-2008, 06:08 PM	#177
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	Well, I'm all settled in and ready to watch the Devils try to beat the Rangers. I just saw a shot of Martin Brodeur relaxing in the locker room, and I must admit that I was hoping to see a sister-in-law of his giving him a blowjob, but no. I think that's what he needs in order to stay focused these days, and it's not happening. Oh, well. Maybe the New Jersey offense can make up for it. Yeah, OK, Devils fans are fucked. __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

04-13-2008, 07:21 PM	#178
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	I hate Sean Avery. I mean, if he's on your team, you've gotta love him, but if he's not... damn. __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

04-13-2008, 07:32 PM	#179
TazFTW Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI	In case you couldn't read Rupp's lips, the on ice mics help. __________________ "Teams don't want to make the trip anymore," says Hawaii coach June Jones. "They come here, we kick their ass, they go home." Fire Ron Lee.

04-13-2008, 08:01 PM	#182
MikeVic Head Coach Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hometown of Canada	I just saw the mention the face taunting thing... if that's allowed, I think everyone should do it.

04-13-2008, 08:49 PM	#185
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	I don't like New Jersey's chances going into overtime here. It's just because they've had trouble getting shots on goal for much of the night. They're getting the puck into the offensive zone, but they aren't getting to the net. Here's the deal: When the Devils get the puck, I don't expect them to do anything with it. When the Rangers get the puck, I hold my breath and expect the skilled New York players to score. That's not a good position to be in as a Devils fan with overtime coming up. Here's hoping for a lucky break or something. Maybe Brylin needs to score another goal, or maybe somebody like Rupp or Zajac needs to get involved on the offensive end. Why not? The other Devils sure aren't doing much. __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

04-13-2008, 09:02 PM	#186
Sublime 2 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: New Hampshire	Go B's! Savard with the OT winner.

04-13-2008, 09:06 PM	#187
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	Heads-up play by John Madden to win the game for New Jersey. From behind the net, he banks the puck off a Ranger's skate and through Lundqvist's legs. Game over. Whew! __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

04-13-2008, 09:18 PM	#190
TazFTW Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI	Well I guess I'm done watching the Flames game now. __________________ "Teams don't want to make the trip anymore," says Hawaii coach June Jones. "They come here, we kick their ass, they go home." Fire Ron Lee.

04-13-2008, 09:34 PM	#191
Pyser Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Los Angeles	every devils goal feels like a miracle, but ill take it craziness in calgary, yes

04-13-2008, 09:39 PM	#192
TazFTW Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI	Great hit. __________________ "Teams don't want to make the trip anymore," says Hawaii coach June Jones. "They come here, we kick their ass, they go home." Fire Ron Lee.

04-13-2008, 09:42 PM	#193
Bad-example College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: san jose CA	Not sure how that nasty elbow to the side of Marleau's face turned into a Calgary power play, but 3-1 makes this a game again.

04-13-2008, 09:43 PM	#194
bhlloy Coordinator Join Date: Nov 2003	HOLY CRAP - biggest hit I have seen in a very long time. That reminded me of Wendell Clark's famous hit right there. Interesting to see how the Sharks respond with Shelley on the bench. As for the Avery thing, it's perfectly legal but I can't believe the Devils just let him stand there for 20 seconds and get away with it. If I was the Devils coach, I would have one of my defensemen drill him in the ear as soon as the puck gets anywhere near the net. Hell, it's one of the few times you will have a clean shot at the little punk.

04-13-2008, 11:16 PM	#196
Fidatelo Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, MB	Landed in NYC today, getting psyched about the game on Wednesday. We packed our Jets jerseys so look for us on TV Oh, and I sat beside MikeVic's boss on the plane from Winnipeg to Minneapolis. Nice lady. __________________ "Breakfast? Breakfast schmekfast, look at the score for God's sake. It's only the second period and I'm winning 12-2. Breakfasts come and go, Rene, but Hartford, the Whale, they only beat Vancouver maybe once or twice in a lifetime." Last edited by Fidatelo : 04-13-2008 at 11:17 PM. Reason: spelling

04-13-2008, 11:38 PM	#197
TazFTW Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI	Cujo wins! __________________ "Teams don't want to make the trip anymore," says Hawaii coach June Jones. "They come here, we kick their ass, they go home." Fire Ron Lee.

04-13-2008, 11:42 PM	#198
bhlloy Coordinator Join Date: Nov 2003	Not surprised that the Sharks blew a 3 goal lead when they couldn't even protect their captain. If I was a Sharks fan I would be very worried about the lack of emotion - after the Sarich hit they were very subdued and pretty much laid down and died. You could tell that Calgary was going to get back into it. Oh, and is there a bigger no effort pussy than Joe Thornton in the whole NHL? You are 6'4 230+, wouldn't hurt you to take some shots in front of the net or go mucking about in the corner for once would it... Pretty plays and big numbers in the regular season are great, nice to see he still has his playoff game going

04-13-2008, 11:55 PM	#199
Pyser Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Los Angeles	im glad i kept watching that calgary game that was awesome. highly entertaining all game

04-14-2008, 07:15 AM	#200
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	that Sarich hit was the fucking bomb. I kind of had a feeling Calgary would come back in that game. Interesting that last year's Cup finalists are two of the three teams down 2-0 right now. __________________ Mile High Hockey Last edited by Draft Dodger : 04-14-2008 at 07:16 AM.

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