Hockey

[NotTooGirly]

Yeah but Hockey in the UK is probably about as big as Rugby Union in the U.S

I live in Manchester and we have a team called the Manchester Storm (Now the Manchester Phoenix - which tells a story in it's self).

They were the best supported team in the U.K a few years back and Hockey was gaining popularity because it was on T.V over here. Then the T.V companies pulled out and the league more or less collapsed. They have tried to revive it recently but it really is small time in the U.K compared to Football, Cricket & Rugby.

Aw, that's sad, cyclops...but I do understand. You're right, and soccer (erm, sorry...football) suffers the fate of the bastard stepchild here. Even considering its popularity in my area it's never unheard of to get good seats for our major-league team simply by walking up to the box office 10 minutes before the match starts. The only time matches have sold out here were the friendlies between EPL/SPL teams that were touring (Celtic seem to really like coming here to get clobbered for some reason). Rugby is a club sport at best here, and cricket is something people make fun of me for watching. :sg

But you've always got your friendly neighborhood M&F hockey gurus to show you the ropes, ya know. Made more enjoyable by the fact that hockey chicks are all hot & flirty. ;)

[Han Solo]

Penguins & Flyers game tonight - I wonder if they're going to need any stretchers handy :crs
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[Shawn]

Go Gulls.... oh wait... F&%! me another great San Diego team destroyed

[Han Solo]

Go Gulls.... oh wait... F&%! me another great San Diego team destroyed
Whew...I had to read that a few times when you said "Great" and "san diego team" in the same sentence.....I'll bet you still have the Steve Garvey poster from the 84' team right?? :D.............I mean the hair is STILL cool and all but.....

[Shawn]

Whew...I had to read that a few times when you said "Great" and "san diego team" in the same sentence.....I'll bet you still have the Steve Garvey poster from the 84' team right?? :D.............I mean the hair is STILL cool and all but.....

No... never liked Garvey lol ... I have to actually admit to STILL having a Ryan Leaf Jersey, ( I just can not let it go... one day he will save us) ... and hey thats alot of smack talkin from a piece of smoked ham

[Han Solo]

No... never liked Garvey lol ... I have to actually admit to STILL having a Ryan Leaf Jersey, ( I just can not let it go... one day he will save us) ... and hey thats alot of smack talkin from a piece of smoked ham
Yeah....the images of him spazzing on reporters never get old :D

But it's your fault, you bring up the Pads and you feed my baseball name game brainwaves.......I miss that damn Alan Wiggins, I dont' care what anyone says......


Ummmmmmm..........if you're weren't a dude I would thank you for noting that my meat is smokin'....:D

[RedVixen]

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I'm sorry....I thought you :inlve his outfit....go figure :sg

[sassynsweet]

grrrr was hoping we'd have zetterberg back for tomorrow's game vs vancouver.. but he's still listed as questionable... too early for injuries!!

[NotTooGirly]

grrrr was hoping we'd have zetterberg back for tomorrow's game vs vancouver.. but he's still listed as questionable... too early for injuries!!

Hey, in Vancouver it's never too early for injuries!! :p Considering we got a whole whompin' 10 SOG last game, Sassy, I think your Wings can play a couple guys down and be fine...damn, I hate being such a realistic hockey fan. (sigh)

[sassynsweet]

lol yes.. i'm sure we can.. but I think the more games they get in early.. the quicker they find the groove together!

10 SOG .. ouch!

[sassynsweet]

so much for an easy game.. and only 27 seconds into overtime for Vancouver to score!

Vancouver definately improved.. 25 sog! figures they couldn't wait one more game to do it though :(

*sigh* well.. could be worse.. at least we'll have some injured players back soon!

[Stew]

It was a good game. Burrows is impressive. I hate to say it, but the best looking team so far this year has got to be Montreal. They are extremely fast, good forecheck, and their passing is phenomenal. This from a Leafs fan...........................

[RedVixen]

It was a good game. Burrows is impressive. I hate to say it, but the best looking team so far this year has got to be Montreal. They are extremely fast, good forecheck, and their passing is phenomenal. This from a Leafs fan...........................


I'm sure I can find a way to convert your team choice :ok

[NotTooGirly]

so much for an easy game.. and only 27 seconds into overtime for Vancouver to score!

Vancouver definately improved.. 25 sog! figures they couldn't wait one more game to do it though

Gotta say, I did not expect that game to go the way it did, and I'm almost sorry that I didn't get to see it. But how said is it when 25 SOG is an improvement?? :nu

On the bright side, if you were cheering for the Sabres a couple of days later you'd have been one happy camper!! :rolleyes:

[sassynsweet]

well.. i'm still a happy camper since we won again too :)

[msu]

I'm sure I can find a way to convert your team choice :ok

RedVixen, does that make you a supporter of the Habs??

[cherokeered]

Well....ahem, my Devils won again

[Stew]

I'm sure I can find a way to convert your team choice :ok


I would like to take you up on that conversion attempt!!!!!!!

[Bedrock]

Gotta love how the Oil have started the season!

[RedVixen]

RedVixen, does that make you a supporter of the Habs??

Ummmm.....yeah.....and I even have a Price jersey :o

[Han Solo]

I'm going to ask someone to close this thread!!:thr

[RedVixen]

I'm going to ask someone to close this thread!!:thr


Too bad Pissy - it ain't happening m'kay :ok

[Han Solo]

Too bad Pissy - it ain't happening m'kay :ok
Yeah, wishful thinking.......this is a disaster already!! They better get it turned around ....AND FAST!!!

[RedVixen]

Yeah, wishful thinking.......this is a disaster already!! They better get it turned around ....AND FAST!!!


This thread or your team :D

Sorry....couldn't resist.....my bad :crs

[Han Solo]

This thread or your team :D

Sorry....couldn't resist.....my bad :crs
Well since the thread was started by a Devils Fan...take your pick :ok

[sassynsweet]

ahhhh another solid wings win!! nice strong game tonight.. great duo with hossa and zetterberg! also amazed lilja will be back next week after an appendectomy.. skating 3 days later says a lot for his spirit!

[learman3]

I'm still not sure what type of team the bruins will be this year. They have a lot of young talent, but they have not put all the parts into the right places yet.

[RedVixen]

I'm still not sure what type of team the bruins will be this year. They have a lot of young talent, but they have not put all the parts into the right places yet.

I'm sure they'll do fine.....I always find it entertaining watching Thomas in net...he's always flopping around like a walrus :crs

[texsgal]

Dallas Stars to Stanley Cup Victory..

[cherokeered]

Devils lost in overtime...to the Flyers...sheesh.....:yks:nu

[msu]

Devils lost in overtime...to the Flyers...sheesh.....:yks:nu

Sorry, love ya, but can't stand the Devils (YAY FLYERS!!!)

I split tonight; Hurricanes trip up the Isles, but my Habs were destroyed at home by the Ducks. Quack this!!

[airborne soldier]

At least for me this years season wont be any different from last years. The Kings ownership don't seem to be interested in winning....

[stellabelle]

I'm still not sure what type of team the bruins will be this year. They have a lot of young talent, but they have not put all the parts into the right places yet.

I'm with you there, but keeping the faith!

[sassynsweet]

At least for me this years season wont be any different from last years. The Kings ownership don't seem to be interested in winning....
I still say you need to switch to red and white ;)

[airborne soldier]

I still say you need to switch to red and white ;)



NEVER!!!!

[sassynsweet]

NEVER!!!!
awww c'mon.. you're 2/3's there already.. we can put a blue cap on ya ;)

[Han Solo]

Devils lost in overtime...to the Flyers...sheesh.....:yks:nu
Awwwww.....that's a shame, Really it is ;).......but let's not forget to 6-3 drubbing they took on Friday either....and what's even better is my kid's hockey team played a team with the nickname "Devils" this weekend too and we beat them........I believe the word is:

TRIFECTA!

[TheRockofLA]

At least for me this years season wont be any different from last years. The Kings ownership don't seem to be interested in winning....

I feel your pain brother. I'm a long time Kings fan. The last few years haven't been pretty. That said, the Kings do have some impressive young talent. Now if only ownership would spend a few dollars to compliment the youth with a couple of talented veterans and perhaps a first rate goalie. Unfortunately, I have lost all faith in ownership. Lieweke is a habitial liar (he only lies when his lips move). And yet, what do I do? I renew my season seats...lol.

[texsgal]

I am a Dallas Stars fan.. Dallas Cowboys fan.. Dallas Mavericks fan... and I forget the name of the Dallas Soccer team.. but them too..lol Go Dallas

[flagovertx]

Dallas all the way

[RedVixen]

The Sens actually won last night....good grief I almost had a coronary. Why couldn't they play like that every game :sc

[Big O]

I heard the Bruins beat the stink'n Oilers last night!

[msu]

Yo, Girly! Congrats to the Canucks on that 7-6 shootout win Halloween night!!!!

What a defensive struggle!! HA HA HA!

[sassynsweet]

Boy I hate being a skeptical fan! Our beloved Wings are in first place in the Central Div.. 7-2-2 .. an awesome record... but our defense is lacking. How long can our Offense sustain us?

[RedVixen]

Boy I hate being a skeptical fan! Our beloved Wings are in first place in the Central Div.. 7-2-2 .. an awesome record... but our defense is lacking. How long can our Offense sustain us?

For as long as it takes :)

[NotTooGirly]

Yo, Girly! Congrats to the Canucks on that 7-6 shootout win Halloween night!!!!

What a defensive struggle!! HA HA HA!

:lmao

Yeah, who saves Scott Niedermayer for, like, round 103 of a shootout anyhow?? They put Rob in there first, for crying out loud!! Amazingly, I saw the 3rd period of this game, too...was flipping channels and one of our random local sports channels had the Vancouver feed of the game...life is good!! ;)

[sassynsweet]

For as long as it takes :)
boy I hope so.. and I'm hoping that it's soon! one more game on this long road trip... and 5 games in 7 days sure doesn't help either!

[RedVixen]

boy I hope so.. and I'm hoping that it's soon! one more game on this long road trip... and 5 games in 7 days sure doesn't help either!


Been there, done that numerous times with *my* team....chin up girly...everything will be okay :)

[sassynsweet]

ahhh another win. Yes.. it's good to be a Wings fan :)

[msu]

On the other hand, there's us Carolina fans, suffering through an AWFUL week! :(

[cherokeered]

This being without Marty is gonna kill us...sigh.....:nu:nu

[learman3]

This being without Marty is gonna kill us...sigh.....:nu:nu

Sorry about your lose. Marty is one of the all time best if not the number one goalie of all time. Losing the backbone of your team is very hard.

Do you think the Bruins are for real or is this just a brief successful period?

[NotTooGirly]

This being without Marty is gonna kill us...sigh..

Some other year I'd think, aw c'mon, you've still got...then rattle off names of 5 or 7 players who are no longer Devils now!! :sg I hear you, cherokee - if anything happens to Luongo the Canucks will be golfing even earlier than usual. It's rough to lose your #1 player, rougher still when that player happens to be your goalie!! I am all for tight defense (at least theoretically, for I am, after all, a Canucks fan) but come on, no team, however in love with the neutral-zone trap, should leave itself so wide open between the pipes like that.

Or maybe I am again projecting my Canuck angst. :p Either way, I hope the Devils can turn things around and that Marty makes a speedy recovery.

[sassynsweet]

On the other hand, there's us Carolina fans, suffering through an AWFUL week! :(

sorry for your suffering .. really ..

Does Pete still own that team? i forget...

[PABrewpubGuy]

Anybody on here hitting the outdoor game in Chicago this season? The outdoor game last year (in Buffalo) was the sh*t!

[Charmed]

Anybody on here hitting the outdoor game in Chicago this season? The outdoor game last year (in Buffalo) was the sh*t!

i watched it last year, I agree it was awesome.

[PABrewpubGuy]

i watched it last year, I agree it was awesome.
Cool! yep that snowstorm was a fitting way to play the game. old style hockey there. (damn MFM you are hot and a hockey fan!)

[Cy]

I have a Hockey Team!!!!!

A very special someone from this site has been very kind and picked me a hockey team to follow for the rest of my life.

The team that has been chosen for me is.....................http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/drums.gif









The Detroit Redwings.






Now the big question.

Am I in going to have a great time supporting this team or am I destined to a life of misery?

[learman3]

Cyclops, I'm hoping a life of misery. They however do play rather well, I think you'll enjoy.

[cutenmarriedguy]

Go Leafs Go

[SweetDreams362]

well I dont have a team so I'll adopt cutes team!!!

[learman3]

You could have always picked the Bruins...They rock this year. (So far anyway)

[Stew]

Bruins will fizzle I think, Canadians I am sad to say will go far this year, but my pick is the Pens.

Still cheering for those Leafs though!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[Han Solo]

Go Leafs Go
Don't you mean Go Mats, Go Mats Go??........or is that Go Mats........GONE!!!:na

[cutenmarriedguy]

Go Leafs go LOL I am the eternal optimist

[NotTooGirly]

Go Leafs go LOL I am the eternal optimist
Yes you are!!! :p Then again, I'm still cheering for the Canucks, what the hell do I know??? :sg

[learman3]

Bruins will fizzle I think, Canadians I am sad to say will go far this year, but my pick is the Pens.

Still cheering for those Leafs though!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


No fizzle so far. They have looked strong against just about every team. They are still young and growing, the future looks good for now.

[Han Solo]

Yes you are!!! :p Then again, I'm still cheering for the Canucks, what the hell do I know??? :sg
Well if you come up with Mats by the weekend you might have a ray of hope...........he's supposed to decide by the weekend and it's either you or the Rangers...should be interesting.

[cutenmarriedguy]

Wooohooo Leafs won 2 in a row!

[NotTooGirly]

Well if you come up with Mats by the weekend you might have a ray of hope...........he's supposed to decide by the weekend and it's either you or the Rangers...should be interesting.

Pffft. It's gonna take a lot more than Sundin to turn things around out here -and I'm not even convinced it would help at all, to be honest. :sg We just need to play a full 60 minutes, go to the net, stay off the IR and stop depending on Luongo to save our bacon.

[omaha man]

when you are old and gray and sitting by the fire............i didn't know anyone else knew that poem!

[airborne soldier]

I have a Hockey Team!!!!!

A very special someone from this site has been very kind and picked me a hockey team to follow for the rest of my life.

The team that has been chosen for me is.....................http://www.dgrin.com/images/smilies/drums.gif










The Detroit Redwings.






Now the big question.

Am I in going to have a great time supporting this team or am I destined to a life of misery?



NOT THE RED WINGS, say it ain't so!!!! Anyone but the damn red wings!

[cherokeered]

Devils are playing against those Flyers this afternoon

[southARsmiler]

GO STARRRSSSSS!...Itt time to make the MOVE and get into the play off hunt!

[Han Solo]

GO STARRRSSSSS!...Itt time to make the MOVE and get into the play off hunt!
Although the post game interviews won't be near as much fun without Avery :D

[superman37]

Go Sens Go people......I don't know if it's even possible to say that right now though.

[Han Solo]

Go Sens Go people......I don't know if it's even possible to say that right now though.
Well seeing how the Flyers just spanked them and sent them home for Christmas.....I'm guessin NOT! :ok

[Han Solo]

YICK!!! What is up with those HIDEOUS blue and green colors on the Canucks uniforms? That's horrific!!

[Tiglet]

Personally I think it looks damn good on my man.

http://j2i2m22.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/luongo_vs_oilers-oct12_07.jpg

[Han Solo]

Personally I think it looks damn good on my man.

http://j2i2m22.files.wordpress.com/2008/03/luongo_vs_oilers-oct12_07.jpg
Is that Bobby Luongo??

But still.............those color combinations are HIDEOUS for a hockey team that is supposed to be so tough........clearly the teams with Black and Orange are a little tougher as verified last night...just sayin' :)

[Tiglet]

WHOO-HOO!

Three cheers for our juniors.

Hip, hip horrah
Hip, hip horrah
Hip, hip hoorah

GO TEAM!

http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/juniors/2008/02/01/canada_hockey_fans_getty_400.jpg

[Han Solo]

WHOO-HOO!

Three cheers for our juniors.

Hip, hip horrah
Hip, hip horrah
Hip, hip hoorah

GO TEAM!

http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/juniors/2008/02/01/canada_hockey_fans_getty_400.jpg
Your "JUNIORS"??? As in the absence of having any good Canadian PROFESSIONAL team to root for?? :ok

[Tiglet]

Your "JUNIORS"??? As in the absence of having any good Canadian PROFESSIONAL team to root for?? :ok
HEY

Them there could be fighting words :nu

Luckily I know you are actually a sweetheart just trying to push my buttons which ya can't do today......know why.....WE CANADIANS ARE GOING FOR GOLD!

[Xanadu7]

Well, I'm from Chicago, and no matter how bad our teams are, we are faithful fans. I'm always pullin for the Blackhawks. They got this new kid, Patrick Kane, so they're startin to step it up. Also, the owner died, so his son was tryin to build the team.

And you gotta love Tony Espisito. If you're old enough to remember ....

[Han Solo]

HEY

Them there could be fighting words :nu

Luckily I know you are actually a sweetheart just trying to push my buttons which ya can't do today......know why.....WE CANADIANS ARE GOING FOR GOLD!
Ummm.......yeah that's ALMOST as Good as a Stanley Cup and ALMOST actually relevent to anyone other than Canadians :ok I know, you are all just relieved that Mats stayed with a Canadian team, otherwise there would be mass bridge jumpings up your way ..:D

[Han Solo]

Well, I'm from Chicago, and no matter how bad our teams are, we are faithful fans. I'm always pullin for the Blackhawks. They got this new kid, Patrick Kane, so they're startin to step it up. Also, the owner died, so his son was tryin to build the team.

And you gotta love Tony Espisito. If you're old enough to remember ....
The Hawks are looking very good this year.....but didn't they go through a stretch recently where they were having trouble filling seats?? Or am I thinking of another team? :sc Maybe it was the Bruins....but I know there was one of those original teams that went in the crapper with the fans for awhile. But it's good for hockey that both seem to be back playing well again.

[Xanadu7]

The Hawks are looking very good this year.....but didn't they go through a stretch recently where they were having trouble filling seats?? Or am I thinking of another team? :sc Maybe it was the Bruins....but I know there was one of those original teams that went in the crapper with the fans for awhile. But it's good for hockey that both seem to be back playing well again.

Ya, Han. The Hawks didn't have televised games, etc, cuz the owner wouldn't develop the team. He died, and his son was doing more. Got televised games again, and he's recruited some of the alum to make a presence at the games. (Bobby Hull, Stan Mikita)

I went to a game last spring in Chicago against washington, and they brought Tony E to do a spot. He still holds the rookie record for shutouts, I think. We had 2nd row seats. Those guys really aren't that big. And the defenders are just like those on my son's team. When a forward comes streaking down the ice with a puck, they get this "holy shit" look on their faces. It was fun.

[Han Solo]

Ya, Han. The Hawks didn't have televised games, etc, cuz the owner wouldn't develop the team. He died, and his son was doing more. Got televised games again, and he's recruited some of the alum to make a presence at the games. (Bobby Hull, Stan Mikita)

I went to a game last spring in Chicago against washington, and they brought Tony E to do a spot. He still holds the rookie record for shutouts, I think. We had 2nd row seats. Those guys really aren't that big. And the defenders are just like those on my son's team. When a forward comes streaking down the ice with a puck, they get this "holy shit" look on their faces. It was fun.
OH yeah!! Seats by the glass are a great experience....although the first two times I was fortunate enough to be able to get them I was actually amazed out how BIG they looked.....we're taking 6'5" guys now and then putting them on skates?? Some of them look like Linebackers...but I love being close enough to hear the boards really rattle and th puck popping!! I only get to a live pro game very occassionally, but now you're gettin me in the mood to go again!

[Tiglet]

Well, I'm from Chicago, and no matter how bad our teams are, we are faithful fans. I'm always pullin for the Blackhawks. They got this new kid, Patrick Kane, so they're startin to step it up. Also, the owner died, so his son was tryin to build the team.

And you gotta love Tony Espisito. If you're old enough to remember ....
Don't know if I like saying 'old enough'....it's more that I love them goalies (never, ever call them goalers please and thank you!) but yeah, after Dryden he was one of the bestest.

[Tiglet]

OH yeah!! Seats by the glass are a great experience....although the first two times I was fortunate enough to be able to get them I was actually amazed out how BIG they looked.....we're taking 6'5" guys now and then putting them on skates?? Some of them look like Linebackers...but I love being close enough to hear the boards really rattle and th puck popping!! I only get to a live pro game very occassionally, but now you're gettin me in the mood to go again!
ME TOO! I remember having seats beside the penalty box. Whoo-hoo! It certainly gave a new dimension to the game :D

I even got a game puck from sitting there too.

[learman3]

I haven't been to a game in a couple of years. When we do go it is usually in the balcony...I actually like it up that high. I love to watch the plays develop. You can see so much from being up above the action.

[cherokeered]

I can't afford to go...but my brother in law works for the company that sponsors the arena, so we do sometimes get discount tickets if they are available....but ya know, I prefer lounging in my own house...not having to watch my language...lol

[Tiglet]

YEA CANADA! 5TH YEAR STRAIGHT! WE BEAT THE WORLD! WAY TO GO LADS!

:smdance:

http://www.therecord.com/graphics/fantastic/870886-206614.jpg

[msu]

WHOO HOO!!!!!!!! Another BIG Montreal win and a hat trick from Lang!!!!!

Five out of six, baby!

[Tiglet]

Stompin Tom Connors - The Hockey Song

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uZWxErEbQkY

Hello out there we're on the air it's hockey night tonite
Tension grows the whistle blows-& the puck goes down the ice.
The goalie jumps and the players bump and the fans all go insane
Someone roars "Bobby scores!" at the good ole hockey game
Chorus:
Oh the good ole hockey game is the best game you can name
And the best game you can name is the good ole hockey game
2nd period:
Where players dash with skates aflash the home team trails behind
But they grab the puck and go bursting up and they're down across the line
They storm the crease like bumble bees they travel like a burning flame
We see them slide the puck inside -It's a "1-1" hockey game!
Chorus:
3rd period: last game in the playoffs, too...
Oh take me where the hockey players face off down the rink-
And the Stanley Cup is all filled up for the chaps who win the drink-
Now the final flick of the hockey stick and a one gigantic scream-
The puck is in! The home team wins! The good ole hockey game!
Chorus:
repeat
3 times
He shoots he scores

[Han Solo]

Found this one a few days ago....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D7vI5iaB_Us

[SydneyCarton]

Well, I'm from Chicago, and no matter how bad our teams are, we are faithful fans. I'm always pullin for the Blackhawks. They got this new kid, Patrick Kane, so they're startin to step it up. Also, the owner died, so his son was tryin to build the team.

And you gotta love Tony Espisito. If you're old enough to remember ....

Yes, Blackhawk fans are the most rabid I've ever seen in any sport. Now that Dollar Bill has gone to that huge blackout in the sky, we can finally breathe again. Home games are now televised in Chicago! For those of us weened on Esposito, Hull, Mikita, Magnuson, Martin and the rest, the pride has finally returned. It won't happen this year, in all likelihood, but at least there's a future for this team now...

[lukka]

No 2 ways about it! Chicago has passionate, great fans and the Hawks are competitvie again. . I for 1 am happy to see the rebound of the Blackhawks and I'm a Redwings fan. There's nothing like an "original 6" rivalry!!!:ok

[cherokeered]

Devils beat the rangers...whoohoo

[tiger50]

Devils beat the rangers...whoohoo

phew. tha force is intact....:ok

[cherokeered]

phew. tha force is intact....:ok

lol...yeh, the world is safe for another day...:crs

[SydneyCarton]

No 2 ways about it! Chicago has passionate, great fans and the Hawks are competitvie again. . I for 1 am happy to see the rebound of the Blackhawks and I'm a Redwings fan. There's nothing like an "original 6" rivalry!!!:ok

The ironic thing is, last year when the Hawks were just out of their Wirtz-induced haze and were just learning how to skate again, they actually beat the Wings several times despite not making the playoffs. This year, when they've beaten some very good teams and appear to be headed to the playoffs, they haven't beaten the Wings once.

They won't win the Cup this year, but they should be a force to be reckoned with in the years to come. If they can manage their cap space, with Toews and Kane and some very good players coming up for renewal soon, they should be a contender. They still have to figure out the goalie situaition.

And signing Quenneville was brilliant.

Of course, having Scotty Bowman in the front office helps...

[Anton....]

this is part of hockey...let him pay his dues, whatever they are....! and let him play

[SydneyCarton]

Avery's in the minors now...

[Anton....]

What did Avery do that was so bad?? Open his mouth, so do so many athletes....and they dont get punished. i think having personalities liek Avery is good for sport.....athletes are turning into plain vanilla....they are friends, they text each other before and after games....go out to dinner, socialize, etc. Not necessarily conducive to rivalries and what makes sport great

[KindheartedWoman]

My three year old son is learning new sports. He tries a different one every week at the YMCA. Last time it was field hockey, and he was so adorable as usual. All the little toddlers run and fall down with their sticks. Wednesdays are the highlight of my week because these kids are so fun to watch.

I think hockey would be fun sport, but it is not terribly popular in the States.

[Han Solo]

Avery's in the minors now...
Fear not, the Rump Rangers will bring him up soon enough to try to revive their sluggish team...that should give the press something to talk about other than how bad they have played at least :sc

[Han Solo]

What did Avery do that was so bad?? Open his mouth, so do so many athletes....and they dont get punished. i think having personalities liek Avery is good for sport.....athletes are turning into plain vanilla....they are friends, they text each other before and after games....go out to dinner, socialize, etc. Not necessarily conducive to rivalries and what makes sport great
I have to admit, I'm sort of at a cross roads with him on this..........is what he did a suspendable offense?? No, I dont' think so. I mean, really all he did was tell an off-color joke and make a chauvenist remark in front of a camera. Stupid and classles...most definitely.......but suspension? there are guys that have done Far worse in lots of sports.

But on the other hand I give the NHL and the Stars alot of credit for demanding that their athletes conduct themselves like professionals. I wish other sports would hold them to the same standards. When you think about it, they are business owners.....if any of us went on the news and displayed that type of behavior do we think that we would get a pass from our employer?? Not in most cases.....if I was an owner I wouldn't allow any of my employees to project that image of my company. I know the whole free speech argue and all........but if I'm paying you 4 million dollars to work for me and abide by my rules......free speech is not really an option when you are in the public spotlight......ask any actor or politician...just comes with the territory.

[SydneyCarton]

I have to admit, I'm sort of at a cross roads with him on this..........is what he did a suspendable offense?? No, I dont' think so. I mean, really all he did was tell an off-color joke and make a chauvenist remark in front of a camera. Stupid and classles...most definitely.......but suspension? there are guys that have done Far worse in lots of sports.

Yeah, I'm ambivalent about it too. It was crass, sophomoric, stupid, vile, whatever. But worthy of a suspension? Meh...

But on the other hand I give the NHL and the Stars alot of credit for demanding that their athletes conduct themselves like professionals. I wish other sports would hold them to the same standards. When you think about it, they are business owners.....if any of us went on the news and displayed that type of behavior do we think that we would get a pass from our employer?? Not in most cases.....if I was an owner I wouldn't allow any of my employees to project that image of my company. I know the whole free speech argue and all........but if I'm paying you 4 million dollars to work for me and abide by my rules......free speech is not really an option when you are in the public spotlight......ask any actor or politician...just comes with the territory.

I do agree completely. All too often pro athletes are mollycoddled beyond what an ordinary person would reasonably expect for a similar offense. Ironically, I think hockey players are generally better behaved than those in the other three major sports in North America.

Perhaps that has something to do with the kind of punishment meted out to Avery.

The Blackhawks drafted some kid by the name of Beach who had number one overall talent and end of the draft behavior issues that caused him to slide to number 11 overall last draft. I just read a report that he's already acting up in the minors.

Sometimes, where there's smoke, there's fire.

[Han Solo]

I have to admit, I'm sort of at a cross roads with him on this..........is what he did a suspendable offense?? No, I dont' think so. I mean, really all he did was tell an off-color joke and make a chauvenist remark in front of a camera. Stupid and classles...most definitely.......but suspension? there are guys that have done Far worse in lots of sports.

Yeah, I'm ambivalent about it too. It was crass, sophomoric, stupid, vile, whatever. But worthy of a suspension? Meh...

But on the other hand I give the NHL and the Stars alot of credit for demanding that their athletes conduct themselves like professionals. I wish other sports would hold them to the same standards. When you think about it, they are business owners.....if any of us went on the news and displayed that type of behavior do we think that we would get a pass from our employer?? Not in most cases.....if I was an owner I wouldn't allow any of my employees to project that image of my company. I know the whole free speech argue and all........but if I'm paying you 4 million dollars to work for me and abide by my rules......free speech is not really an option when you are in the public spotlight......ask any actor or politician...just comes with the territory.

I do agree completely. All too often pro athletes are mollycoddled beyond what an ordinary person would reasonably expect for a similar offense. Ironically, I think hockey players are generally better behaved than those in the other three major sports in North America.

Perhaps that has something to do with the kind of punishment meted out to Avery.

The Blackhawks drafted some kid by the name of Beach who had number one overall talent and end of the draft behavior issues that caused him to slide to number 11 overall last draft. I just read a report that he's already acting up in the minors.

Sometimes, where there's smoke, there's fire.
I have "no TRUCK with you" on that one :ok

[SydneyCarton]

I have "no TRUCK with you" on that one :ok

As well you shouldn't...

[Han Solo]

As well you shouldn't...
LOL....does that mean I used it correctly?? I try to expand my cultural horizons when I have the chance...

[SydneyCarton]

LOL....does that mean I used it correctly?? I try to expand my cultural horizons when I have the chance...

Pretty close. I would have said that I don't have any truck with that, but either way it works.

[Han Solo]

Pretty close. I would have said that I don't have any truck with that, but either way it works.
Noted.............what can I say...I'm pretty much a work in progress on the cultural front....when did drinking wine from a box stop being cool again?? :sc

[SydneyCarton]

Noted.............what can I say...I'm pretty much a work in progress on the cultural front....when did drinking wine from a box stop being cool again?? :sc

Heck if I know. I'm still trying to upgrade from Boone's Farm...

[TheRockofLA]

What did Avery do that was so bad?? Open his mouth, so do so many athletes....and they dont get punished. i think having personalities liek Avery is good for sport.....athletes are turning into plain vanilla....they are friends, they text each other before and after games....go out to dinner, socialize, etc. Not necessarily conducive to rivalries and what makes sport great

One of the things I love about the sport is that despite its inherent violence, the great majority of the players are gentlemen and conduct themselves like men and not spoiled kids.

If you think Sean Avery is good for hockey you are sorely mistaken. Sean Avery is a disgrace to hockey. He lacks any class and he's a cancer on any team he plays for. When he played for the Kings, he would make fun of his teammate Dustin Brown because Brown stutterd. Can you imagine a teammate doing that in professional sports? Apparently, it got so bad that in resulted in fights in the locker room. Brown was a rookie at the time and very soft spoken. Now he is the team captain and has developed into a solid winger. I lost all respect for Avery when this was disclosed. His disruption in the locker room and his repeated childish and immature behavior forced the Kings to get rid of him. Good riddance Avery!

[Curiousoneonly]

Woo hoo! Red Wings rock. Sorry, Anton. So much for your Sharks. :na

[Han Solo]

Sorry Rock........them pesky Flyers took your Kings tonight!! :)

[TheRockofLA]

Sorry Rock........them pesky Flyers took your Kings tonight!! :)

No apology necessary. The Flyers are on a role of late and the Kings can't expect to win if they can't score on the power play. And if anyone owes me an apology, its the Kings ownership for not landing the big time scoring forward the Kings so desperately need. They better make a serious run at Kovalchuk in the off season!

[Han Solo]

No apology necessary. The Flyers are on a role of late and the Kings can't expect to win if they can't score on the power play. And if anyone owes me an apology, its the Kings ownership for not landing the big time scoring forward the Kings so desperately need. They better make a serious run at Kovalchuk in the off season!


Actually I think Kovalchuk is under contract for one more year in Atlanta so you might have to wait one more year to try to get him. Hey, if you can't win....then I say bring back the purple and gold uniforms to jazz it up a little :ok

[Cy]

Actually I think Kovalchuk is under contract for one more year in Atlanta so you might have to wait one more year to try to get him. Hey, if you can't win....then I say bring back the purple and gold uniforms to jazz it up a little :ok

Yeah I know exactly what you are talking about here.:sc

Now I'm going to embellish on that statement and suggest that the purple and gold uniforms have Las Vegas Elvis Tassels too.

[Han Solo]

Yeah I know exactly what you are talking about here.:sc

Now I'm going to embellish on that statement and suggest that the purple and gold uniforms have Las Vegas Elvis Tassels too.
British Translation of Kovalchuk................Ummm.....he'd be like one of the top 5 best of them fellas with shorts that run around kickin that little ball in that ginormous net..

[Han Solo]

...........

[Cy]

British Translation of Kovalchuk................Ummm.....he'd be like one of the top 5 best of them fellas with shorts that run around kickin that little ball in that ginormous net..

Yeah i know, like the one's that don't wear helmets and fancy dress :sc

[cherokeered]

MARTY IS BAAAAAACK!!!!!!!!!


Whoohoo......:smdance:

[TheRockofLA]

Actually I think Kovalchuk is under contract for one more year in Atlanta so you might have to wait one more year to try to get him. Hey, if you can't win....then I say bring back the purple and gold uniforms to jazz it up a little :ok

Ok, so I checked and you are right, Kovalchuk is not a free agent next year. And I also checked to see how much cap space the Kings have and its in excess of 12 Million, more than any other team! So now I have a new request. I don't just want a high scoring forward, I want a new owner! And I'm partial to the black and grey uniforms the Kings wore during the Gretsky era :ok

[ShyIntellect]

Just jumping in here as a hockey fan (Toronto Maple Leafs...ya ya)...curious whether anyone is hoping for some trades on their team?

[dashslow]

What thread is this? Ice Soccer? No thanks.

[Han Solo]

Ok, so I checked and you are right, Kovalchuk is not a free agent next year. And I also checked to see how much cap space the Kings have and its in excess of 12 Million, more than any other team! So now I have a new request. I don't just want a high scoring forward, I want a new owner! And I'm partial to the black and grey uniforms the Kings wore during the Gretsky era :ok
TWELVE million?? WOW!! you guys should be in a GREAT position to be buyers at the trade deadline..yet there is not ONE rumor out there linking you to anyone of any value....course maybe you could go after Gretz again...based on his record in Phoenix he might still make a better player than coach even at his age :ok

[Han Solo]

What thread is this? Ice Soccer? No thanks.
Yeah....I can see where a 1 to 0 score with 2 shots on goal in 2 hours is WAY more exciting than ice hockey :rolleyes:

:D

[Han Solo]

Just jumping in here as a hockey fan (Toronto Maple Leafs...ya ya)...curious whether anyone is hoping for some trades on their team?
Well the one making the rounds today is Pronger to the Bruins........Chara and Pronger on the same pairing?? That's about as big and bad as you can get.......pretty scary what those two could do.

[TheRockofLA]

TWELVE million?? WOW!! you guys should be in a GREAT position to be buyers at the trade deadline..yet there is not ONE rumor out there linking you to anyone of any value....course maybe you could go after Gretz again...based on his record in Phoenix he might still make a better player than coach even at his age :ok

I would be excited about the 12 million cap space if I actually thought Kings ownership was poised to use it. However, I don't expect the Kings to make a big move. The owners are real estate moguls and, to their credit, they built a great arena in Staples Center and developed the surrounding area with condos, restaurants, a hotel, concert venues, an ESPN Zone, movie theatres, etc thus drawing people (and more conventions) to downtown LA. But they have never exhibited a passion for hockey or a committment to winning. The youth movement to them is simply a way to do things on the cheap. As a long time season ticket holder and a fan of the sport, its very frustrating indeed.

[Han Solo]

I would be excited about the 12 million cap space if I actually thought Kings ownership was poised to use it. However, I don't expect the Kings to make a big move. The owners are real estate moguls and, to their credit, they built a great arena in Staples Center and developed the surrounding area with condos, restaurants, a hotel, concert venues, an ESPN Zone, movie theatres, etc thus drawing people (and more conventions) to downtown LA. But they have never exhibited a passion for hockey or a committment to winning. The youth movement to them is simply a way to do things on the cheap. As a long time season ticket holder and a fan of the sport, its very frustrating indeed.
Yeah, that sucks when you HAVE the money and don't spend it...hell for 12 Million you guys could take a run at Pronger and Marty St. Louis and still fit them in your cap........hell the Flyers are Losing players just to get Briere back off IR and under the cap number....I'm sure you'd like to have a problem like that.

[cherokeered]

I think the Devils are fine the way they are.....but Lou is always pulling off a surprise when you least expect it....

[jacklonghorn]

Any Flames fans out there?? Does anyone actually cheer for a team that isn't there home "team"?? Seems like southern Alberta cheer for Calgary and Northern Alberta cheer for Edmonton.

[Han Solo]

I think the Devils are fine the way they are.....but Lou is always pulling off a surprise when you least expect it....
Not that I want to bring any happiness to YOUR life, but they are rumored to be trying to bring Neidermeyer back from Anaheim..

[ShyIntellect]

Well the one making the rounds today is Pronger to the Bruins........Chara and Pronger on the same pairing?? That's about as big and bad as you can get.......pretty scary what those two could do.

I have to agree--that would be a punishing pair.

[cherokeered]

Not that I want to bring any happiness to YOUR life, but they are rumored to be trying to bring Neidermeyer back from Anaheim..


yeh, I heard that...but I don't know if that will happen....not sure they should pay the possible price when the team is going so well now....we just won 7-1....

[Han Solo]

I have to agree--that would be a punishing pair.
Yup, I think that would Really put Boston as the favorite to be in the finals if they could pull that off..although I'm not really sure what their cap situation is.

[Han Solo]

yeh, I heard that...but I don't know if that will happen....not sure they should pay the possible price when the team is going so well now....we just won 7-1....
He's a UFA at the end of the season and the Ducks seem committed to getting younger so I don't think it will take much to get him though...........Lou's never much in the rumor mill but always seems to find a way to pull something out of his butt at this time of year.

[cherokeered]

He's a UFA at the end of the season and the Ducks seem committed to getting younger so I don't think it will take much to get him though...........Lou's never much in the rumor mill but always seems to find a way to pull something out of his butt at this time of year.

yes he does....and if he can get away with minimum damage....why not...he certainly is good at what he does

[Han Solo]

yes he does....and if he can get away with minimum damage....why not...he certainly is good at what he does
Oh Wait!!.........I forgot who I was talking to...............More importantly I hope that Marty trips on the stick rack and twits his knee!! Sorry I lost my head there for a second :ok

[cherokeered]

Oh Wait!!.........I forgot who I was talking to...............More importantly I hope that Marty trips on the stick rack and twits his knee!! Sorry I lost my head there for a second :ok


whatever

[ShyIntellect]

Leafs beat Sens...3-2. That's all I can ask...thank you Leafs!!

[Cuticle Cutie]

I can think of a sexy hockey guy named PUCK.....are you here baby????

[cherokeered]

552

[Han Solo]

552
They could have gotten him sharper scissors though to get that net down:ok

[UltimateNaneki]

My stupid team is not doing very well anymore...serve them right!!...but Avery seems to be doing very well with the Rangers...
Damn Stars...they have not been listening to me lately!!!

[Frenchie_lady]

My stupid team is not doing very well anymore...serve them right!!...but Avery seems to be doing very well with the Rangers...
Damn Stars...they have not been listening to me lately!!!

Tell me about it! Hubby is not watching the games anymore, so not getting the alone time i like to get online! grrrrrr

They all need more heart!!!!

[learman3]

Cher's damn devils are going to catch and pass my bruins:cry:

I hope the bruins can at least make a good showing in the playoffs.

[OICurready4me]

552


It's good to see him get that record. He is one of the all-time greats.

[cherokeered]

It's good to see him get that record. He is one of the all-time greats.


yeh he is...he says he will retire in 2012....wow, gonna be tough act to follow...

[OICurready4me]

yeh he is...he says he will retire in 2012....wow, gonna be tough act to follow...


I think it could be a record like Ripken's, one that will probably never get broken. Goalies nowadays, don't play the 75 games a season like they used to and play on consistently good teams. He was lucky to play on a good team for a long time, but then again, the biggest reason they were good was because of him. So I guess you could call it the chicken or the egg syndrome....

[Stew]

Records are made to be broken, never say never..............

[cherokeered]

I think it could be a record like Ripken's, one that will probably never get broken. Goalies nowadays, don't play the 75 games a season like they used to and play on consistently good teams. He was lucky to play on a good team for a long time, but then again, the biggest reason they were good was because of him. So I guess you could call it the chicken or the egg syndrome....


well he will build on it of course.....and the fact he has only had the one injury in his entire career.....it may be broken someday but not gonna be easy...and Marty had the disadvantage of playing when they had the stupid ties where as Roy and the others didn't....he would have many more wins were it not for the ties

[PABrewpubGuy]

I do hope the Devils go down in a blaze, it would make me happy to see Marty move on to his summer on the golf course. But how bout that dude? I mean, really, his wife' sister, moves in with them to be their nanny.........and Brodeur ends up screwing her brains out all the time right there in the house!!! Wow dude, what a bold move!!!

[Xanadu7]

Looks like the BlackHawks might be peaking at the right time. The young Toews & Kane combo are fun to watch. It's been a while for Chicago. They're up 2-0 against a solid Redwings team as we speak. I do like Chicago native Chelios. He's older than me!

http://www.sportsflagsandpennants.com/images_products/chicago_blackhawks_championship_banner_22981big.jp g

[learman3]

First round Bruins against the Canadians...this is going to be one hell of a series.

Is this the biggest rivalry in the league or what?

[Frenchie_lady]

First round Bruins against the Canadians...this is going to be one hell of a series.

Is this the biggest rivalry in the league or what?

Its just because of the "Big Bad Bruins" lol ;)

I don't follow much hockey and i'm already tired of hearing about it! You should hear the local radio stations!

Hard to say who will win that one, the bruins had the upper hand all season long... but like they say, once in the playoffs, the season doesn't mean much.

[stupendous]

Canucks and hawks is the one i wanted to see. But looks like they will have to get by the flamers first for that to happen. Can my team beat the blues this will be tough they have a lot of good young guys on that blues roster and the goalie has been great as well. I just hope mats starts earning his paycheck now and roberto can hold onto his form maybe they will make it to second round vs hawks. Go nucks go

[ShyIntellect]

First round Bruins against the Canadians...this is going to be one hell of a series.

Is this the biggest rivalry in the league or what?

I give the Bruins the edge on this one, much as I'd like to see a Canadian team go all the way. The Habs are just too small, and their locker room to fragile. If Alexei Kovalev is your "go to" guy you're in trouble. Not to mention Carey Price, like every Hab's tender since Patrick Roy, is overrated.

[Han Solo]

First round Bruins against the Canadians...this is going to be one hell of a series.

Is this the biggest rivalry in the league or what?
I don't know....the Flyers/Penguins series could get pretty nasty before it's all over

[Cy]

I don't know....the Flyers/Penguins series could get pretty nasty before it's all over

Ah yes the Penguins :sc

I will have to check and see what is in my bottom drawer

[Han Solo]

Ah yes the Penguins :sc

I will have to check and see what is in my bottom drawer
LMAO!!...I COMPLETELY forgot about that!! :yks.....is it too late to retract my post?? .....What is this bizarre twist of fate that the Penguins are playing?? LOL

[Xanadu7]

Hawks and Flames are tied after 3, and it's OT.

[jmsmith12345]

I love hockey...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=27WkY4IWzk4

[Curiousoneonly]

Two words.....Red Wings.

[jmsmith12345]

Two words.....Red Wings.

doesn't that have a different connotation?

[learman3]

B's take down Hab's in 4 game sweep.

That has a nice ring to it.

[Cy]

How are the

http://cdn-www.answerbag.com/images/answers/700501/3574920/tmb_Picture059.jpg
Penguins doing?

[Han Solo]

How are the

http://cdn-www.answerbag.com/images/answers/700501/3574920/tmb_Picture059.jpg
Penguins doing?
*SIGH*...........they are winning 3 games to 1 right now. If the Pens win tonight they win the series and move on to the next round. That DOESN'T mean ya gotta break out your Penguins Gear though :nu

[Frenchie_lady]

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f376/monangeline/125px-Montreal_Canadiens.gif R.I.P. 2008-2009 season, the 100th of their history.

[MarriedQt]

Go Calgary!! (I can't believe I'm actually cheering for them)

[Shawn]

Go Gulls.... oh wait ... we don't have that team anymore :(

[learman3]

http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f376/monangeline/125px-Montreal_Canadiens.gif R.I.P. 2008-2009 season, the 100th of their history.
Sorry Dragon, but it was sweet for me.

[learman3]

Go Calgary!! (I can't believe I'm actually cheering for them)
Really, you should be cheering on the Bruin's

[Frenchie_lady]

Sorry Dragon, but it was sweet for me.

Good thing i don't care! But I truly dislike the Bruins... always did (because of my mom's dislike actually, she was the hockey fan in my house!)

So, I will not wish you luck! ;)

[Tiglet]

Bring on Chicago!!!

My hero will save the day....

http://www.newstalk980.com/files/u47/luongo_2.jpg

[Xanadu7]

Bring on Chicago!!!

My hero will save the day....

http://www.newstalk980.com/files/u47/luongo_2.jpg

Sorry Tig, but we have to be adversaries here. I'm from Chicago, and the Blackhawks are KICKING ass.

http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2008/01/11/sports/hockey/blackhawks.650.jpg

[silverado_mick]

Lets go Pens!

Gotta give it to the Cap's goalie today, he played the game of a lifetime. Hope he can't keep that up lol!

[jmsmith12345]

C A P S!!! Caps! Caps! Caps!

[Han Solo]

C A P S!!! Caps! Caps! Caps!
Not much love for the CRAPITALS....however I do hope they beat up on the Pens!

[jmsmith12345]

Not much love for the CRAPITALS....however I do hope they beat up on the Pens!

Almost a worthwhile post from a Flyers fan...almost, but not quite.

[Han Solo]

Almost a worthwhile post from a Flyers fan...almost, but not quite.
I just feel bad for your poor Ovie.......he wont' get the official mantle as the games best until he can produce a deep playoff run.

[Xanadu7]

Either way, the Stanley Cup goes thru Chicago this year

[Han Solo]

Either way, the Stanley Cup goes thru Chicago this year
Yeah...I hear it's traveling via train through Chicago on the way to deliver it to Detroit ;)

[Xanadu7]

Yeah...I hear it's traveling via train through Chicago on the way to deliver it to Detroit ;)

Just because the Flyer's can't afford a jet, doesn't mean everyone else takes a train. I heard it broke down during the playoffs ...

http://www.daphnacreek.com/Lohrfarm06/DaphnaTrainwreck080big.jpg

[Han Solo]

Just because the Flyer's can't afford a jet, doesn't mean everyone else takes a train. I heard it broke down during the playoffs ...

http://www.daphnacreek.com/Lohrfarm06/DaphnaTrainwreck080big.jpg
Well we're just happy that Chicago can finally afford a franchise after like a 20 year hiatus from the playoffs :ok

[Shawn]

I have nothing to add here... I am(was) a Gulls fan and we no longer have a team... but the train wreck pic was awesome , Goooo whomever you guys hate the most, there has to be room on a bandwagon somewhere

[Xanadu7]

I have nothing to add here... I am(was) a Gulls fan and we no longer have a team... but the train wreck pic was awesome , Goooo whomever you guys hate the most, there has to be room on a bandwagon somewhere

Don't really hate anybody, but detroit is the team to beat. I imagine Hanni hates Pitt, cuz they're cross-state rivals, but you gotta like Crosby.

Don't like Anaheim Shawn?

[Shawn]

Don't really hate anybody, but detroit is the team to beat. I imagine Hanni hates Pitt, cuz they're cross-state rivals, but you gotta like Crosby.

Don't like Anaheim Shawn?

Well... without letting to much outta the bag my wife was very involved with hockey... the ONE sport I have never really followed, been to a few games (Kings and Ducks) but just never got the bug . She knows way more than I do about it and as a guy I had to punch a hole in my man card just out of principle

[Han Solo]

Don't really hate anybody, but detroit is the team to beat. I imagine Hanni hates Pitt, cuz they're cross-state rivals, but you gotta like Crosby.

Don't like Anaheim Shawn?
Nah, Han hates pittsburgh because they have a history of babies on their roster...Han also hates Crosby because he's a whiny punk as well. Han can hate lots of teams that are not Hannerific in Han's opinion!

The only reason Han likes Crosby is becuase he doesn't talk about himself in the third person during interviews.......and we all know how annoying that can be :ok

[learman3]

arggggggggg....B's took their first lost of the post season. I'm not sure I can handle it....

[Han Solo]

arggggggggg....B's took their first lost of the post season. I'm not sure I can handle it....
Don't worry....I think over the next week or so it'll start feeling more comfortable to you ;)

[Big Sexy]

Go Ducks!

[jmsmith12345]

Two words...Simeon Varlamov! The kid is kicking ass and taking names!

[Han Solo]

Two words...Simeon Varlamov! The kid is kicking ass and taking names!
Easy there big fella....this IS a Capitals goalie we're talking about here...something will go downhill fast if history is any indication :ok

[jmsmith12345]

Easy there big fella....this IS a Capitals goalie we're talking about here...something will go downhill fast if history is any indication :ok

I'm sorry...was that a already home for the holidays Flyers fan speaking. It is hard to hear you all the way from the offseason.

[Han Solo]

I'm sorry...was that a already home for the holidays Flyers fan speaking. It is hard to hear you all the way from the offseason.
Oh YEEEAAHHHH!!.....well....................well..... ....:sc.................................well our UNIFORMS are better so HA!!!

:sg

[jmsmith12345]

Oh YEEEAAHHHH!!.....well....................well..... ....:sc.................................well our UNIFORMS are better so HA!!!

:sg

yes, they look quite lovely fresh from the dry cleaners, hung up neatly, and tucked away for next season

[Han Solo]

Sheesh.....a playoff game with TWO hat tricks........Holy Schneikies!!!

[Curiousoneonly]

Here's hoping the Wings win tonight.

[jmsmith12345]

Cindy Criesby comes up short one more time...poor Pens, I almost feel sorry for them...but not quite.

[Tiglet]

Sorry Tig, but we have to be adversaries here. I'm from Chicago, and the Blackhawks are KICKING ass.

http://graphics8.nytimes.com/images/2008/01/11/sports/hockey/blackhawks.650.jpg
One game does NOT = Kicking Ass my dear. After their ONLY loss in the playoffs I'm sure the Canucks will take their heads out of their asses and get back to some serious Blackhawk ass kicking.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-9vqTY-o9ds&feature=related

[Han Solo]

Cindy Criesby comes up short one more time...poor Pens, I almost feel sorry for them...but not quite.
Yeah...it was a great game though...fun to watch. Hate to say it about the Crapitals but Ovechkin is just CRAZY GOOD ..the Pens defense doesn't know what to do with him when he comes at you one on one.

[Tiglet]

Vancouver Canucks 3 - Chicago Blackhawks 1

two more to go!!!!!!

Mwa-ha-ha.....sorry Blackhawk fans, well not really but I guess I feel for you just a little....no really, I do. :D

[jmsmith12345]

Yeah...it was a great game though...fun to watch. Hate to say it about the Crapitals but Ovechkin is just CRAZY GOOD ..the Pens defense doesn't know what to do with him when he comes at you one on one.

That must have felt like sticking a fork in your eye...coming from a Flyers fan, but watching the torque Ovechkin gets on every shot is just amazing. I have never seen a guy take every single shot like it meant the Stanley Cup.

[Xanadu7]

Post your teams best looking players.

The Blackhawks Ice Crew
http://cdn.nhl.com/blackhawks/images/upload/2007/10/icecrew07_couch.jpg

[Xanadu7]

Vancouver Canucks 3 - Chicago Blackhawks 1

two more to go!!!!!!

Mwa-ha-ha.....sorry Blackhawk fans, well not really but I guess I feel for you just a little....no really, I do. :D

Canucks are goin DOWN babe!

http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/0gJ56LP1CObUC/340x.jpg

[PABrewpubGuy]

Ovechkin and Crosby, amazingly, were outperformed by Malkin, finally! This guy has the most talent in the world, just watch him.

[Xanadu7]

I miss going to the games

http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_fw7iF68JR8k/SQv2VNW432I/AAAAAAAAWXQ/Oq-2xUX93tY/s1600/Picture%2B20.png

[Han Solo]

Canucks are goin DOWN babe!

http://cache.daylife.com/imageserve/0gJ56LP1CObUC/340x.jpg
Looks like the Suckhawks are losing again in the third period :D

[Xanadu7]

Looks like the Suckhawks are losing again in the third period :D

Losing? I don't think so HOMIE! Has Xan's trashtalk turned you into a Hawks hater. LMAO!

[Han Solo]

Losing? I don't think so HOMIE! Has Xan's trashtalk turned you into a Hawks hater. LMAO!
I just saw they scored....my reverse jinx worked....I hate to tell Tig...but my gosh, I can't watch an entire playoff run with those sinful Canuck Uniforms.....I'm sorry but those things are the most hideous uniforms EVER....and they are even wearing the LESS offensive ones tonight.

That' said, I'd actually like to see the Hawks make a run....it's about time they got back into the thich of things....sad to see such a historic franchise stink like they have all those years.......although I"d like for Havlat to get crushed into the boards every time he's on the ice.

[Xanadu7]

New life and momentum going into the welfare land of Can-a-duh. Tied 2-2

http://www.manageyourshapeblog.com/.a/6a00e54f9153e0883301157025e5bb970b-500pi

[Tiglet]

New life and momentum going into the welfare land of Can-a-duh. Tied 2-2

http://www.manageyourshapeblog.com/.a/6a00e54f9153e0883301157025e5bb970b-500pi
Geez....that was quick. (Boring game wasn't it)

BTW ........PFFFTTTT!

There is always Saturday!

I still say...BRING ON CHICAGO!!

[Tiglet]

(Han Solo;)
I hate to tell Tig...but my gosh, I can't watch an entire playoff run with those sinful Canuck Uniforms.....I'm sorry but those things are the most hideous uniforms EVER....and they are even wearing the LESS offensive ones tonight.

You saying you don't like Killer Whales? What the hell is wrong with you?
http://kwisp.files.wordpress.com/2009/03/p1_luongo.jpg
You prefer?....
http://static.twoday.net/skullandcrossbones/images/ducks.jpg

Gotta go with the True North; THAN I'll go with the west. Just the way I've learned to be...although I am actually an eastener. Yeah....playoffs can be tough :)

[Xanadu7]

Hawks are taking a 3-2 series lead back to the Windy city. Chicago ROCKS!
http://a123.g.akamai.net/f/123/12465/1d/www.faceoff.com/hockey/teams/1574415.bin?size=hhl

[Tiglet]

BUMMER for us Canucks Xan! What a great game though.

We'll get it back on Monday just you wait and see.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UZvv3p07Nls&feature=related

[Asha]

LET'S GO PENGUINS!!!


Sorry had to get that out of my system. I am just so happy that the Penguins have rallied back and won 3 games in a row. Can't wait for the series to be over tomorrow night :)

[pointofnoreturn]

Caps Win!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[jmsmith12345]

LET'S GO PENGUINS!!!


Sorry had to get that out of my system. I am just so happy that the Penguins have rallied back and won 3 games in a row. Can't wait for the series to be over tomorrow night :)


looks like game 7 will be in a see of red...sorry that penguins taste like chicken tonight

[Xanadu7]

Ya gotta score on your power plays

http://i.a.cnn.net/si/2007/images/11/11/T1_1111_celebration.jpg

[Han Solo]

looks like game 7 will be in a see of red...sorry that penguins taste like chicken tonight
Yep...looks like youir Crapitals pulled it out tonight bub! Game 7 should be a barn burner though.

[jmsmith12345]

Yep...looks like youir Crapitals pulled it out tonight bub! Game 7 should be a barn burner though.

If they can play defense for more than 10 minutes, I think they have a great chance...but then again...it is the Caps. :sg

[Han Solo]

If they can play defense for more than 10 minutes, I think they have a great chance...but then again...it is the Caps. :sg
Now THAT'S the old confidence heading into game 7 LOL

[jmsmith12345]

Now THAT'S the old confidence heading into game 7 LOL

I hate being a realist. I really do.

[Xanadu7]

Hat trick for the youngster: Priceless
http://nbcsportsmedia1.msnbc.com/j/msnbc/Components/Photo_StoryLevel/071214/071214_kane_vlg_2p.widec.jpg

[Han Solo]

I hate being a realist. I really do.
I take it they are not hiring you for the pre game pep talk speech then?? :sc

[jmsmith12345]

I take it they are not hiring you for the pre game pep talk speech then?? :sc

yeah...my "don't crush my hopes again you douchebags" is not the best motivational speech.

[Han Solo]

yeah...my "don't crush my hopes again you douchebags" is not the best motivational speech.
that's probably a better choice then "Defense: why do we suck at it and why we'll fold like a cheap tent in Game 7"

[jmsmith12345]

that's probably a better choice then "Defense: why do we suck at it and why we'll fold like a cheap tent in Game 7"

How about...I have $500 on you mother fisters...you better fuckin' win!!! Does that work?

[Han Solo]

How about...I have $500 on you mother fisters...you better fuckin' win!!! Does that work?
Not when they are making 4 million...sorry!

[learman3]

Both the Caps and the Pens are very highly talented on the offensive end. The main reason they didn't finish higher in the regular season is because of defense. Can a team win the cup that is only offensively talented?

[Han Solo]

Both the Caps and the Pens are very highly talented on the offensive end. The main reason they didn't finish higher in the regular season is because of defense. Can a team win the cup that is only offensively talented?
I'm guessing there may have been one or two that may have slipped through the cracks that were heavy offensive teams without great D, but I can't think of any. But in any sport it's Defense that wins championships.....The Devils built a decade on only playing defense. Offense can get you into the playoffs, but if you want to go deep you have to have a defense....no question.

[jmsmith12345]

Either way the Caps/Pens series winds up, it has been great theatre watching Ovechkin, Crosby, and Malkin battle it out. A game 7 only seems fitting for this one. As for the next round...assuming my Caps win, and Carolina finishes off the upset, I like their chances against the Canes. Watching Ovie light up Cam Ward will be a treat indeed.

[learman3]

I'm not quite sure Carolina can finish the upset. They seemed to get a bit flustered the other night with great pressure. And Thomas still hasn't stolen one from them yet.

I'm looking for a bloodie game seven between these two...the B's are finally figuring out what it takes to play in the playoffs.

[Han Solo]

I'm not quite sure Carolina can finish the upset. They seemed to get a bit flustered the other night with great pressure. And Thomas still hasn't stolen one from them yet.

I'm looking for a bloodie game seven between these two...the B's are finally figuring out what it takes to play in the playoffs.

Well they've had enough years of intense study watching the OTHER teams play on TV so the learning curve should be shorter this year :ok

[learman3]

Well they've had enough years of intense study watching the OTHER teams play on TV so the learning curve should be shorter this year :ok
lmao...that they have.

Lets hope we stop being the supplier of good young talent to the rest of the league.

[Han Solo]

lmao...that they have.

Lets hope we stop being the supplier of good young talent to the rest of the league.
You'll be OK....funny thing about making the playoffs and getting into at least the second round...it makes the players WANT to stay around and it encourages the owners to invest more money into keeping them good.

[Cy]

Post your teams best looking players.

The Blackhawks Ice Crew
http://cdn.nhl.com/blackhawks/images/upload/2007/10/icecrew07_couch.jpg

This is a nice surprise. I had the impression they all had beards :sc

[glamourgirl]

Go Redwings!

[Xanadu7]

Go Redwings!

You better hope the Redwings get past those californy boys babe!

[pointofnoreturn]

Lets Go Caps!!!!!

[Tiglet]

:cry: :cry: :cry: :(

Ah well, I'm over it now.

Let's go West! (Must I say it....go DUCKS!) :lmao NEVER thought I'd hear myself saying that!

[Han Solo]

:cry: :cry: :cry: :(

Ah well, I'm over it now.

Let's go West! (Must I say it....go DUCKS!) :lmao NEVER thought I'd hear myself saying that!
Don't want to add more worry to your off season...but rumor has it that the Leafs will be chasing the Sedin Twins pretty hard this summer :)

[jmsmith12345]

While not a fan of any other teams still left other than the Caps, I do love playoff hockey. 3 out of the 4 series going to a game 7 is just freakin' awesome.

[Big Sexy]

Go Ducks>>>>>beat The Redwings.

[Asha]

Looking forward to the Pens winning tonight...should be an amazing game tonight

[Han Solo]

Holy Cow :yks......I just tuned in and the Caps are getting the shit knocked out of them....5 to 0!! whoa!!