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Derek Vinyard
01-06-16, 07:45 PM
Am I the only one who's a big fan of hockey?? :p I was wondering I will post some big news in this thread Trade and things...
LETS START BY A BIG ONE
BREAKING: #CBJ acquire D Seth Jones from the Nashville Predators Hockey Team in exchange for C Ryan Johansen. More details to follow.
This trade just happen a minute ago!
Fabulous
01-06-16, 08:05 PM
Lifelong Leafs fan here, and boy has it been painful.
I've also played hockey at the highest level in Canada all my life, but quit a year before it was time for my age group to be drafted to the junior teams.
Derek Vinyard
01-06-16, 08:08 PM
Lifelong Leafs fan here, and boy has it been painful.
hahahaha I know your feeling :p
I'm a Habs fan and we lost 8 of our 10 last games.....
Leafs have pretty good young players tho! Marner, Nylander, Morgan Rielly, Kasperi Kapanen ,etc.
Fabulous
01-06-16, 08:13 PM
I'm a Habs fan
You know, I really used to like you... :p
False Writer
01-06-16, 08:14 PM
I'm a Vancouver Canucks fan!
I'm not as big of a hockey fan as I was a couple years ago. Back then I was really into hockey, watching it whenever it was on and looking up all the scores every night and whatnot. I do still watch it from time to time.
Just a random thought: I'd be really surprised if Patrick Kane doesn't get the Hart trophy. He's had a phenomenal season so far.
Fabulous
01-06-16, 08:17 PM
I'm a Vancouver Canucks fan!
Enemies all around me...
Derek Vinyard
01-06-16, 08:17 PM
I'm a Vancouver Canucks fan!
I'm not as big of a hockey fan as I was a couple years ago. Back then I was really into hockey, watching it whenever it was on and looking up all the scores every night and whatnot. I do still watch it from time to time.
Just a random thought: I'd be really surprised if Patrick Kane doesn't get the Hart trophy. He's had a phenomenal season so far.
Patrick Kane as by far the best hand of the NHL! This guy is a just a total beast.
I like Vancouver! I miss Brandon Prust here in Montreal :(
False Writer
01-06-16, 08:19 PM
Just curious, are you guys from Canada? Or are you like me and just randomly picked a Canadian team? :p
Fabulous
01-06-16, 08:20 PM
Just curious, are you guys from Canada? Or are you like me and just randomly picked a Canadian team? :p
Born and raised in Toronto.
False Writer
01-06-16, 08:53 PM
Born and raised in Toronto.
Nice! If I were to follow my local team, it'd be the Capitals. And yeah... that's not happening. :p I don't have anything against them but I just can't get into them, just like all my other local teams. I'm weird like that...
Kings fan.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EXvfRFFcQGg
http://www.sports-logos-screensavers.com/user/Los_Angeles_Kings2011b.jpg
I'm an American. I played Right Wing and Defense back in the day for a recreation league.
False Writer
01-11-16, 09:48 AM
Nice, Jonathan Quick is one of my favorite players ever. Can't help but like him even though Kings destroyed Nucks quite a few times in the playoffs. :p
Derek Vinyard
06-29-16, 04:39 PM
Breaking: EDM Taylor Hall trade for NJ Adam Larsson. More Details to come.
Awesome move NJ.
Fabulous
06-29-16, 05:21 PM
P.K. Subban to Nashville in exchange for Shea Weber.
Fabulous
06-30-16, 01:20 AM
Steven Stamkos re-signs with Tampa Bay. I wanted him to come to Toronto. :(
Derek Vinyard
06-30-16, 01:21 AM
P.K. Subban to Nashville in exchange for Shea Weber.
That's badass. Shea Weber with my habs :D Top 3 best defenseman in the league.
Derek Vinyard
06-30-16, 01:21 AM
Steven Stamkos re-signs with Tampa Bay. I wanted him to come to Toronto. :(
We Wanted him in Montreal too !!
Fabulous
06-30-16, 01:23 AM
That's badass. Shea Weber with my habs :D Top 3 best defenseman in the league.
I think Nashville got the better end of the deal. Both are signed long term, and their cap hits are nearly identical. Subban is a few years younger, which likely means he will remain in his prime longer than Weber with the Canadiens.
Fabulous
06-30-16, 01:25 AM
We Wanted him in Montreal too !!
Staying in Tampa is better than him joining the Canadiens, Sabres, or Red Wings. So there's that. :)
Derek Vinyard
06-30-16, 01:30 AM
I think Nashville got the better end of the deal. Both are signed long term, and their cap hits are nearly identical. Subban is a few years younger, which likely means he will remain in his prime longer than Weber with the Canadiens.
that's what everybody said about Nicklas Lidström and Scott Niedermayer... and Lidstrom win a Norris at 40 years old :p I don't say that Subban wasn't a good defenseman he was pretty good but he has a lot of turnovers and he was a distraction in the room. Weber is a leader and he won 2 gold medal with the Canada and also he's way better defensively than Subban. I do really think that we are better with this trade as a team and I'm way more confident for next season. The only thing we missing is another Top 6 Forward and we probably gonna sign one in the UFA.
Just bumping this to say:
PENGWINS.
Derek Vinyard
06-16-17, 02:52 AM
http://www.tsn.ca/canadiens-acquire-drouin-from-lightning-1.780260
Hell yeah baby
that's what everybody said about Nicklas Lidström and Scott Niedermayer... and Lidstrom win a Norris at 40 years old :p I don't say that Subban wasn't a good defenseman he was pretty good but he has a lot of turnovers and he was a distraction in the room. Weber is a leader and he won 2 gold medal with the Canada and also he's way better defensively than Subban. I do really think that we are better with this trade as a team and I'm way more confident for next season. The only thing we missing is another Top 6 Forward and we probably gonna sign one in the UFA.
Do you still feel that way after The Finals?
Just bumping this to say:
PENGWINS.
Boo!
Boo!
No no, penguins don't say "boo." They say "why thank you Mr. Commissioner for this giant silver cup."
Good thing Sidney Crosby didn't lift The Wales Trophy and jinx The Penguins.
https://usatftw.files.wordpress.com/2016/05/usp_nhl__stanley_cup_playoffs-tampa_bay_lightning_82187336.jpg?w=1000&h=600&crop=1
He skipped touching it that first time and they lost to Detroit, so he's touched it each time since and they've won the Cup. IIRC.
He skipped touching it that first time and they lost to Detroit, so he's touched it each time since and they've won the Cup. IIRC.
Yep, idiotic superstitions. Now maybe they can stop with the playoff beards thing. Some of the guys from The Sharks look like ZZ Top. Oh and if it is a playoff beard, start growing it with the playoffs and not in October.
And stop throwing crap on the ice.
Derek Vinyard
06-16-17, 05:17 PM
that's what everybody said about Nicklas Lidström and Scott Niedermayer... and Lidstrom win a Norris at 40 years old :p I don't say that Subban wasn't a good defenseman he was pretty good but he has a lot of turnovers and he was a distraction in the room. Weber is a leader and he won 2 gold medal with the Canada and also he's way better defensively than Subban. I do really think that we are better with this trade as a team and I'm way more confident for next season. The only thing we missing is another Top 6 Forward and we probably gonna sign one in the UFA.
Do you still feel that way after The Finals?
Just bumping this to say:
PENGWINS.
Boo!
They would have done the same with Weber man :p
And stop throwing crap on the ice.
I don't know why Pittsburgh made this out to be such a heinous crime. Anyone who follows college hockey, specially some of the Ivy league schools that have rivalries with other schools, knows this isn't something new. Specifically, the throwing of fish isn't. Pittsburgh fans just look for any reason to bitch and showcase their bandwagon knowledge of the game.
Seems like literally every fan base accuses every other fan base of being on the "bandwagon" when they win. Kinda like how every team thinks they get away with fewer penalties than average.
Anyway, I don't know about "heinous crime," but you don't need to be ignorant of the various fish-tossing traditions to find them gross, or silly. As far as I'm concerned, the only thing that should be thrown on the ice are hats.
And stop throwing crap on the ice.
I don't know why Pittsburgh made this out to be such a heinous crime. Anyone who follows college hockey, specially some of the Ivy league schools that have rivalries with other schools, knows this isn't something new. Specifically, the throwing of fish isn't.
I love to watch hockey. Fans throwing crap on the ice isn't a part of the game. I also hate the fans that stand up, turn around and wave at the camera, people pounding on the glass, green men, banners, and noise making devices.
Pittsburgh fans just look for any reason to bitch and showcase their bandwagon knowledge of the game.
I didn't know Don Cherry posted on here!
http://www.kdshf.ca/uploadDocs/CherryDon.jpg
Love love love that they recreated that famous photo:
https://twitter.com/penguins/status/885590808644268032
Fabulous
07-14-17, 03:29 PM
Great hair on Lemieux and Jagr. :)
Good grief, hockey starts tomorrow?! The NHL offseason is so freakin' short.
rauldc14
10-03-17, 04:12 PM
Go Golden Knights!
Go Wild! I lived as a kid in MN and was big into the North Stars (I'm still bitter, btw, Dallas). I watched the opener and the President of Finland was there to throw the ceremonial first puck this year. Thrilling! :P
I'm on the east coast now but can't shake my home town team, no matter how they do.
Nice to see the "World Champions" getting off to a great start. 10 - 1? Ouch. :D
https://media.tenor.com/images/fd12886ba50d7c7303b1bbaeae2426d0/tenor.gif
Nice to see the back-to-back "World Champions"
Fixed. ;)
Good grief, hockey starts tomorrow?! The NHL offseason is so freakin' short.
Oh the pain you must be going through. See when your team plays in The Finals, they have a shorter off-season.
Go Kings!
:laugh:
But seriously, yeah, the NHL playoffs take forever.
How about this!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y_2dpVbxmhY
It was super satisfying to see the Wild beat the Penguins on Saturday :highfive:
Hehe. Everybody's gunnin' for them. The downside (if there really is one) of winning consecutive Cups, I suppose: even regular season games are events for most of your opponents.
rauldc14
10-30-17, 11:09 AM
Golden Knights are winning the cup this year! I feel it!
Pens seem to have regained their footing after a pretty rough start (which I was very much expecting; I'll bet they're exhausted after two long, grueling playoffs in a row). Four straight wins, with 19 goals over that stretch.
Still pretty worried about how they'll hold up in a few more months, since any stamina issues would figure to materialize more then, but we'll see.
Golden Knights are winning the cup this year! I feel it!
Golden Knights? What a stupid name! Sounds like a service escorts provide in Vegas! And their jerseys suck!
Pens seem to have righted the ship a bit, but I still think fatigue, after two long, hard-fought Cup runs, is playing a huge role and is going to be ridiculously hard to overcome. Small price to pay, but a price nonetheless.
Meanwhile, the Golden Knights are in first. What the what.
rauldc14
01-31-18, 11:16 AM
I would just love it if the Golden Knights won it all. That won't happen but my oh my that would be insane.
Yeah, gotta imagine they'll fade a little down the stretch. But what a ride. Happy for them, and (obviously) for Fleury.
Speaking of which, he returned to Pittsburgh last night:
https://twitter.com/penguins/status/961041569544630272
Good stuff. Good on ya', Flower.
Pens won, and they're second in the division. Tied for the second-best futures odds on the Stanley Cup, too. Think they've pretty much righted the ship after that sluggish start. Couple fans I know think maybe Sullivan sorta let everyone take it easy in the first half, which I don't have a huge problem believing under the circumstances. I do think there could still be a fatigue issue, and hell, it's just really hard to sustain a high level of success in any league, but they look pretty formidable again. Kinda nuts to think a third consecutive Cup is even remotely in play, but it is. Go Pens!
rauldc14
02-07-18, 10:44 AM
Could be an exciting playoff this season, and I'm not a big hockey guy, but I'm looking forward to staying tuned.
The Olympic hockey was competitive, but inferior without NHLers. I blame NBC's crap coverage going back to Vancouver and The International Olympic Committee for this.
Congratulations to the artists formally known as Russia for their gold medal win.
Looks like will get an NHL team in Seattle!
OVG opens waitlist after Seattle puts down 33,000 deposits for NHL season tickets (https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/hockey/oak-view-group-says-it-surpassed-25000-nhl-season-ticket-commitments-for-seattle-in-just-over-an-hour/)
As for the NBA, suck your Sonics! In the Mid-Nineties when they renovated The Coliseum they deliberately off set the ice.
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b3/Keyarena-hockey.jpg
This was done so they wouldn't have to compete with an NHL team.
Ten years later the owner of The Sonics, Clay Bennett, stated that it wasn't adequate for The NBA and moved them. You can keep The Thunder, The NBA, TV timeouts, fake calls, fake refs, no defense, crap product.
Still going to be a Kings fan. Hope they name them The Sockeyes.
What's off set the ice mean?
Derek Vinyard
03-04-18, 12:29 AM
My habs s*ck this year :p Hopefully we'll get Tavares on the free agent market and draft Dahlin :D
What's off set the ice mean?
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/b/b3/Keyarena-hockey.jpg
There are no seats at the opposite end of the ice.
My habs s*ck this year :p Hopefully we'll get Tavares on the free agent market and draft Dahlin :D
How's Subban doing in Nashville?
How about this?!
Jamie Oleksiak vs Zdeno Chara
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=osHvtRYNm2A
It's funny how they had The Tale Of The Tape like magic.
Weird thing about fighting. I love it, but it should be banned. These guys are f@#king monsters.
See! Sockeyes, double meaning.
Was playing a video game yesterday and someone's username indicated they were a Flyers fan. Someone else cheered that, so I said "PENS." :D Anyway, after a lot of silly (though not mean-spirited) arguing, the Flyers fan says they're going to win 5-1. "Guaranteed."
Final score, 5-2 Pens. He was kinda close?
So, I see a headline that Crosby scored a goal by whacking a puck in mid-air (http://www.espn.com/nhl/recap?gameId=400962736). Pretty cool, but I've seen those. They happen every so often. He's done it a few times, I think.
Actually sit down to watch, turns out he redirected it in mid air around the goalie, then hit it again, still in mid-air, into the goal.
:eek:
https://twitter.com/penguins/status/976626523074650112
HE DID IT AGAIN. 19 SECONDS INTO OVERTIME. WHAT.
https://twitter.com/penguins/status/979543277392113665
What a privilege it is to get to watch this guy play.
This story gives me such wonderful feels: 36-Year-Old Accountant Called In As Emergency NHL Goalie — And He Crushed It (https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2018/03/30/598263399/36-year-old-accountant-called-in-as-emergency-nhl-goalie-and-he-crushed-it)
One for the common man! Definitely teared up watching these highlights. And yeah I know they won 6-2 but he stopped seven shots in the last 14 minutes including some good ones! This from an accountant who plays in a beer league! Im hoisting a High Life for Scott as should we all.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tG-IGNvfrg8
Love The Blackhawks for their support! Everyone; Joel Quenneville, the players, the fans, the announcer. Number one star of the game. Nice! :cool:
Yeah, super feel good story. I hope they don't ruin it by bringing him back so he can give up goals on half the shots or something that would spoil how fun this is.
How the f...
https://twitter.com/penguins/status/984229965163089920
Tacked on the extra point.
Fabulous
04-12-18, 06:46 PM
Let’s see if the Leafs are able to avenge their loss to the Bruins from a few years ago. That game still makes me angry.
Las Vegas Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Finals!!!
Four more wins!
The Knights got the first win of the Stanley Cup Finals! Things are looking good. I know our defense is going to improve, so if Washington wants to stay in this they better step up their defense too.
This is very exciting. I live in Las Vegas, so this is our first professional team, and it's amazing how the city has embraced them. And this is our team. I'm less than crazy about the idea of the Raiders coming here, and for me it won't feel as important, because we're basically stealing a team from another city, and so many of the people who live here came from elsewhere and already have a favorite team. I'm sure we'll embrace them too, but I don't care so much.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Jrw1gWEQqQ
Knights have really surprised me (Caps too, btw). I didn't watch their games in regular season but in playoffs they've been, in my opinion, the most consistent team.
I totally understand why they were underestimated before the season and to some extent even before the playoffs (in my bracket I had them lose on the first round) but what really astounds me is that many "experts" are still doing that. Like the biggest Finnish hockey site has had a column after each round that their next opponent will expose them and they don't stand a chance. I kinda hope that Ovechkin gets his ring (I have no feelings towards either team but the best goal scorer of the era deserves it) but in my mind Knights are favorite to win.
First game was really entertaining too.
Congratulations to The Washington Capitals and their long suffering fans on winning The Cup.
https://static01.nyt.com/images/2018/06/08/sports/08nhlweb-2/merlin_139252443_59985d14-2c8c-4217-be4c-614946b51b56-superJumbo.jpg?quality=90&auto=webp
Especially Alex Ovechkin and Barry Trotz.
From a Seattle perspective, a lot of positives came out of this season. Seattle will likely get a NHL franchise with the same deal as Vegas. Despite what the media keeps repeating, T.J.Oshie is not from Warroad, Minnesota. He is originally from Mount Vernon, Washington and played in the Seattle Junior Hockey Association for ten years.
It's official! Seattle is awarded an NHL team!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mw8oRUv3jJA
Thanks to everyone involved, especially new Hall Of Fame member, Gary Bettman. Also robots, stop booing The Commissioner unless you have a legitimate reason.
Bump! I dunno how the Penguins are this good with all their injuries, but somehow they are. Check out this chart plotting each team's performance and injuries simultaneously:
https://twitter.com/NHLInjuryViz/status/1216152727681753089
They're single-handedly skewing the size of the chart's axis.
Bizarre firing Gerard Gallant.
Seattle is suppose to announce the team's name and colors during the all star break.
The firing is pretty nuts. Knights are still in decent position, and obviously there are things having little to do with his coaching holding them back.
https://twitter.com/ArizonaCoyotes/status/1223810542189416449
As if the 2019-2020 season couldn't be anymore bizarre.
Seattle's rebuilt building will be renamed Climate Pledge Arena. What da fu? Still haven't got a name for their team yet.
The NHL lottery ended without knowing who has the number one pick.I'm sure Senators and Red Wings fans are overjoyed by this farce. Which means some playoff team will get the first pick after another lottery.
Big NHL day!
Players and owners agree to a four year deal that includes a probable return to The Olympics!
The playoffs will start on August first in Edmonton and Toronto with up to six games a day!
If you're not fan of the sport or not familiar with it, now would be a good time to check it out.
The Seattle franchise, really benefited by waiting a year. Things will hopefully get back to normal, and it gives them time to straighten out any problems with the renovated arena.
Iconic KeyArena sign removed as construction on new Seattle Center venue continues
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCmQUcx_bc0
Release the Kraken! NHL Seattle picks fictitious sea creature for its long-awaited team name (https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/hockey/release-the-kraken-nhl-seattle-picks-fictitious-sea-creature-for-its-long-awaited-team-name/)
Meet The Seattle Kraken
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0xyGFR3CB2g
Can't wait to go to The Crack House and watch some NHL hockey.
What a stupid name, glad my team is named The Kings.
https://twitter.com/LtHummus/status/1290089383161298944
https://twitter.com/LtHummus/status/1290089383161298944
How about the ending of that game!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_lkG-ey8yY
Congratulations Ranger's fans on getting the first pick in The Draft. A pick that will certainly be Alexis Lafreniere.
Biggest loser, The Toronto Maple Leafs. Haven't won The Cup since 1967 and didn't get the first pick so The Carolina Hurricanes get their first round slot. Also the salary cap didn't go up and more than 40% of that money goes to three players.
So what do they do? Try to trade John Tavares or Mitch Marner? Then what? They couldn't make it through the qualifying round with the team they have now against a beat up Columbus Blue Jackets.
Wyldesyde19
08-11-20, 03:18 AM
Tampa Bay vs St Louis for the Cup.
I know Philly is the hot team right now, but...it’s Philly.
Before I would have said Boston, but man, they haven’t looked that good during the round robin.
Tampa Bay vs St Louis for the Cup.
I know Philly is the hot team right now, but...it’s Philly.
Before I would have said Boston, but man, they haven’t looked that good during the round robin.
I got Philly playing Vegas, but I'm never right. I thought New Jersey would kick ass this year and look at them.
Wyldesyde19
08-11-20, 04:30 AM
I got Philly playing Vegas, but I'm never right. I thought New Jersey would kick ass this year and look at them.
I typically stay away from the #1 seeds on the playoffs. Who knows, though?
Congratulations to The Tampa Bay Lightning and their fans on winning The Stanley Cup...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLOuDYQ8XmA
...Really bizarre and sad ending. I'm sure everybody will be happy to go home.
Congratulations to The Tampa Bay Lightning and their fans on winning The Stanley Cup...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vLOuDYQ8XmA
...Really bizarre and sad ending. I'm sure everybody will be happy to go home.
I was rooting for Dallas due to a bunch of Finns in the team, but can't disagree about the better team winning. At least Tampa plays an entertaining game.
I was rooting for Dallas due to a bunch of Finns in the team, but can't disagree about the better team winning. At least Tampa plays an entertaining game.
You're Finnish? My favorite Fin is Jari Kurri.
http://frozenroyalty.files.wordpress.com/2017/01/jarikurri1.jpg
There was a Finnish exchange student that lived across the street from me. His favorite player was Kurri. He use to come over and watch hockey on the Canadian channel CBC, when The Kings made their run in the 1993 season.
Bumping this thread to say the Penguins scored 11 goals tonight.
chawhee
03-27-22, 10:02 PM
Haha Penguins have looked good lately. Curious to see if Calgary can stay hot against Colorado tonight
chawhee
03-28-22, 09:30 AM
Didn't mean to type Calgary (not sure where I was looking)....meant to type Minnesota, especially after getting Fleury. Should be interesting to see if they can make noise in the playoffs
Dellbeam
04-14-22, 02:10 PM
This hockey season is already impressive with Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl reaching 100 points. Along with the fact that the Rangers (my local team) are already stupendous playoff contenders.
chawhee
04-14-22, 10:02 PM
The Rangers do look very strong at times, but they seem too inconsistent. I'm hoping Vegas can make a run for the last wild card spot
Dellbeam
04-15-22, 12:33 AM
The Rangers do look very strong at times, but they seem too inconsistent. I'm hoping Vegas can make a run for the last wild card spot
Yeah, they're not the best playoff contenders, but I feel like they'll do better in the next decade or so.
chawhee
05-04-22, 11:12 PM
Rangers lose game 1....Go Blues! haha I'm curious to see if Florida can shake off that Game 1 loss
chawhee
10-23-22, 12:35 AM
I have to admit I'm more excited about this NHL season than I am about the NBA. Still learning a lot about hockey, but it does so much right when other sports seem to do so many things wrong
John Dumbear
10-23-22, 12:45 AM
We finally have a hockey team here again, since "The Captain" came home and is running the show in Detroit.
chawhee
10-25-22, 07:07 PM
Blues took their first L last night, but I might be able to get tickets this Saturday to their game :) First NHL game ever for me
chawhee
10-30-22, 08:51 AM
Went to the game and had an amazing experience, though the Blues kinda suck lately haha
rauldc14
10-30-22, 09:38 AM
Would love to go to NHL game someday. I've been following a bit more this year and can hopefully pick up more on it.
chawhee
11-07-22, 05:48 PM
Blues still have yet to win a game since my last post mentioning them taking their first loss....started 3-0, wtf
Hockey games are a lot of fine live relative to other sports. Much bigger difference between live and TV with hockey.
Got to see The Kings versus The Kraken Saturday.
89920
Kings lost, it was still a terrific game.
chawhee
11-22-22, 07:06 PM
That was a rough road trip for the Kings and they got another tough matchup at home tonight. I am all in on hockey lately...trying to learn how coaches build lineups, watching Gretzy/Lemieux highlights, everything haha
chawhee
12-05-22, 11:49 PM
Vegas finally gives Boston their first home loss!
chawhee
04-04-23, 06:30 PM
To follow up my last Vegas note, went to my first Golden Knights game last night in Minnesota. Fantastic game!
Fabulous
04-05-23, 12:00 AM
To follow up my last Vegas note, went to my first Golden Knights game last night in Minnesota. Fantastic game!
Which team do you cheer for?
chawhee
04-05-23, 05:37 PM
Vegas and St Louis
Fabulous
04-06-23, 03:31 PM
Vegas and St Louis
Did you just start following the NHL this year? It's been a good time to be a Golden Knights and Blues fan these last few years.
chawhee
04-06-23, 05:33 PM
I only started watching a couple years ago. I wish it was a bit earlier to really appreciate the Blues run just before that haha
Vegas might have a shot this year, but it really looks like the champ will come from the East unless Edmonton stays hot
Fabulous
04-06-23, 05:49 PM
I'm a Maple Leafs fan. I expect nothing but disappointment again this year.
chawhee
04-07-23, 10:01 PM
Haha yeah I'm not so green that I haven't heard a fair share of Toronto playoff jokes. Their team looks great on paper though.
crumbsroom
04-08-23, 02:57 PM
I'm going to make the bold claim (probably regretfully, in a couple weeks) that the Leafs will beat the Lightning in six games.
Then they will get absolutely destroyed by the Bruins in 5.
It should also be noted I have not once in the last six years thought the Leafs would get out of the first round (correctly) so I think I qualify as an expert in disastrous sports franchises.
Fabulous
04-08-23, 03:45 PM
I'm going to make the bold claim (probably regretfully, in a couple weeks) that the Leafs will beat the Lightning in six games.
Then they will get absolutely destroyed by the Bruins in 5.
It should also be noted I have not once in the last six years thought the Leafs would get out of the first round (correctly) so I think I qualify as an expert in disastrous sports franchises.
Who do you cheer for?
crumbsroom
04-08-23, 04:39 PM
Who do you cheer for?
I live(d) in Toronto, so I've been cursed at birth to follow the worst pro team in the history of civilization.
Cheering rarely comes into it.
Fabulous
04-09-23, 02:01 AM
These last few games for the final playoff spots will be interesting.
Wyldesyde19
04-12-23, 04:22 PM
This is Bostons Cup to lose, obviously, but how often does the best team (President’s Cup winner) ever win this? Not often.
So, all that said, I wouldn’t be surprised to see as Tampa-Colorado rematch.
In fact, I’m hoping for a rematch.
John W Constantine
04-12-23, 05:16 PM
That's a lot of points.
chawhee
04-12-23, 05:41 PM
No rematch please...those are probably the last two teams I want to see make it from either conference. Except maybe the Islanders/Penguins...neither of those teams deserve a shot haha
Fabulous
04-13-23, 01:27 AM
Panthers, Islanders, and Jets secure the final three playoff spots.
chawhee
04-14-23, 06:53 PM
I'm getting very excited now :)
I'll take:
Stars over Wild/Kraken
Avalanche over Wild/Kraken
Vegas over Jets
Edmonton over Kings
Bruins over Panthers (not in a sweep though)
Leafs over Lightning (my lack of knowledge on NHL history may bite me on this haha)
Devils over Rangers (this feels like the most likely to go 7)
Islanders over Hurricanes (my one upset callout, mostly because I dont think much of either of these teams)
Fabulous
04-17-23, 04:20 PM
Colorado Avalanche - Seattle Kraken
Dallas Stars - Minnesota Wild
Vegas Golden Knights - Winnipeg Jets
Edmonton Oilers - Los Angeles Kings
Boston Bruins - Florida Panthers
Toronto Maple Leafs - Tampa Bay Lightning
Carolina Hurricanes - New York Islanders
New Jersey Devils - New York Rangers
Fabulous
04-18-23, 03:11 AM
Great game between the Stars and Wild. The goalies were fantastic.
chawhee
04-18-23, 05:24 PM
Yeah, it surprised me a bit to see Dallas give up the 2-1 lead at home. Oilers lose in OT as well after leading 2-0. Expecting just as much excitement tonight!
Fabulous
04-19-23, 03:05 PM
It's depressing being a Leafs fan.
Wyldesyde19
04-19-23, 03:08 PM
It's depressing being a Leafs fan.
They need to do something because Mathews is a legit star and I’d hate to see him squandered.
That being said, it’s still a series, even if they have an unfortunate round 1 matchup with Tampa, with a even more unfortunate round 2 matchup with Boston looming if they win.
chawhee
04-19-23, 05:28 PM
All road teams won last night....cant expect all of those teams to actually carry that momentum forward. Dallas and Edmonton have to win tonight, I'm curious if the Islanders can pull it off this time.
Fabulous
04-20-23, 03:35 PM
Canes down another forward as Teräväinen suffered a broken hand. They're already leaning heavily on their defence and bottom six, so more heavy lifting for them. Huge for them to pick up the win last night heading to Long Island, where I like New York's chances in front of a raucous crowd. Not to mention the Canes went 1 for 6 or 7 on the road in the playoffs last year.
chawhee
04-20-23, 05:26 PM
I watched some of the Carolina game, but not enough to know if the power play imbalance was warranted haha
Florida may have a little momentum now....maybe?
Fabulous
04-20-23, 06:57 PM
Florida may have a little momentum now....maybe?
Pretty surprised they won't be getting swept. They have to be thrilled with the split heading back down to Florida. Not sure how big an advance the home crowd will be since I'm sure they'll be tons of Bruins fans in attendance. Also important to remember the Bruins have been without Bergeron.
chawhee
04-21-23, 05:45 PM
VGK evens it up! Didnt expect the Devils to be the most likely team to be swept....
Fabulous
04-21-23, 06:50 PM
The Devils were fun to watch during the regular season, but they're quite a young team and their inexperience is showing.
chawhee
04-22-23, 10:38 AM
Islanders show promise in the series after that win, but both of those teams are still lacking. Lots of people complaining about the officiating in the Oilers-Kings (the OT goal does appear controversial), but both teams made stupid mistakes that cost them a chance to win in regulation really.
Fabulous
04-22-23, 02:53 PM
Carolina's road playoff woes continue to haunt them.
chawhee
04-23-23, 09:53 AM
No team is up 3-0 in their series...is that common in the NHL playoffs? I know NBA sweeps happen kinda often.
I think VGK might win out this series after taking that punch from WPG.
Wyldesyde19
04-24-23, 11:54 PM
Wow! Toronto comes back from 4-1 deficit to win in OT!
crumbsroom
04-25-23, 01:41 AM
Leafs are somehow suddenly able to win games they should lose, and not losing games they should win.
I think this is an improvement, but they sure like making it difficult
No team is up 3-0 in their series...is that common in the NHL playoffs? I know NBA sweeps happen kinda often.
I think VGK might win out this series after taking that punch from WPG.
Everyone has a chance in the NHL playoffs, an eight seed won The Stanley Cup.
Fabulous
04-25-23, 03:35 PM
Leafs are somehow suddenly able to win games they should lose, and not losing games they should win.
I think this is an improvement, but they sure like making it difficult
I've been burned far too many times with this team. I still think Tampa will win this series.
crumbsroom
04-25-23, 04:07 PM
I've been burned far too many times with this team. I still think Tampa will win this series.
No doubt, it is in their DNA
But my gut is that they win on Thursday.
And yes, I will regret saying this. Because the curse of Harold Ballard is probably very real and it is just allowing me a little light before the whole thing comes crashing down on my head.
Of course they are going to lose. Will likely blow a four goal lead in each of the next three games, just to make it extra tasty.
Wyldesyde19
04-25-23, 04:47 PM
Even if they get past Tampa (I think they will), they have to face a determined Boston team fighting against history.
So maybe, just maybe, this is their chance? Mathews is a bonafide star
chawhee
04-25-23, 07:18 PM
I wonder if the Kraken can actually pull this off...Makar suspended for Game 5 now....
crumbsroom
04-25-23, 07:35 PM
Even if they get past Tampa (I think they will), they have to face a determined Boston team fighting against history.
So maybe, just maybe, this is their chance? Mathews is a bonafide star
Both Matthew and Marner, not to mention Tavares (even though he seems to be on the decline) are bonafides. And they have a number of great secondary players, who could be primary players on lots of other teams. And they have a decent defence corp this year.
But they have consistently demonstrated an inconsistency as a team. They work together very spottily. When they can get 60 consecutive minutes together, I think they can beat any time, including Boston.
But Boston works incredibly well as a team. And they probably have just as much talent and depth. They are a juggernaut and I sincerely doubt Leafs have much of a chance to beat them, when the only way that happens is if the Leafs can work as a unit that is firing on all cylinders for an entire series.....and they've never demonstated they can do this.
Basically, they are only getting past Boston with a lot of luck (like the Bruins goaltending collapsing, or the refs completely ****ing them, lots of bad bounces or something that is going to be completely independant from the Leafs)
Wyldesyde19
04-25-23, 09:06 PM
Both Matthew and Marner, not to mention Tavares (even though he seems to be on the decline) are bonafides. And they have a number of great secondary players, who could be primary players on lots of other teams. And they have a decent defence corp this year.
But they have consistently demonstrated an inconsistency as a team. They work together very spottily. When they can get 60 consecutive minutes together, I think they can beat any time, including Boston.
But Boston works incredibly well as a team. And they probably have just as much talent and depth. They are a juggernaut and I sincerely doubt Leafs have much of a chance to beat them, when the only way that happens is if the Leafs can work as a unit that is firing on all cylinders for an entire series.....and they've never demonstated they can do this.
Basically, they are only getting past Boston with a lot of luck (like the Bruins goaltending collapsing, or the refs completely ****ing them, lots of bad bounces or something that is going to be completely independant from the Leafs)
Yeah, they seem very much like a team that’s a year or so away from putting it all together. Like the Lightning, who consistently under performed in the playoffs until the 2020’s hit. They seem very much like a team capable of upset ting the Bruins, but we’ll see how they close out Tampa.
chawhee
04-26-23, 01:38 PM
Islanders keeping things interesting!
Fabulous
04-27-23, 10:49 PM
I've never seen a more pathetic core group of players than the ones Toronto has. It's almost unbelievable.
chawhee
04-28-23, 05:42 PM
What is so pathetic about Toronto? haha just reads as a harsh word
VGK first to move on :)
I think another 2 close out tonight...
crumbsroom
04-29-23, 11:11 PM
The Leafs will beat the Lightning in six games..
This guy knows what he's talking about
crumbsroom
04-30-23, 01:54 AM
It should also be said I can't believe they actually won. I'm still waiting for the goal to be called back.
Fabulous
04-30-23, 08:28 AM
I'm still in disbelief as well.
chawhee
04-30-23, 08:30 AM
Heavyweight game 7s tonight
Im a little worried as a VGK fan for the next round against Edmonton, but the Oilers definitely looked shaky enough at times against LA to fall
Fabulous
04-30-23, 10:13 AM
It would be amazing if Florida manage to complete the comeback.
Wyldesyde19
04-30-23, 11:22 PM
Boston eliminated. This opens up a nice path for Toronto to make the Conference finals at least. They should be the favorite to win their second round series.
John W Constantine
04-30-23, 11:34 PM
Oh boy, hockey playoffs are definitely a different breed.
Fabulous
05-01-23, 01:20 AM
Seattle knock out the defending champions.
chawhee
05-01-23, 06:20 PM
Home teams struggling in elimination games this year...
rauldc14
05-01-23, 06:21 PM
Boston and Colorado both out wow. Almost as crazy as the NBA.
Wyldesyde19
05-01-23, 06:43 PM
Toronto vs Vegas?
Carolina vs Dallas?
Or maybe an all Canadian Final with Toronto vs Edmonton?
This season’s playoffs are so unpredictable!
All I know for sure is Boston won’t be living this down anytime soon, from Record wins in a season to blowing a 3-1 series lead. Epic choke job.
crumbsroom
05-01-23, 07:09 PM
All I know is Toronto is apparently now the favorites, so I'd like to know what schmucks are putting money down on them for no return?
They technically can beat any of these teams, the only one they couldn't was Boston, buuuuuuut.....
Fabulous
05-02-23, 03:17 PM
Seattle Kraken - Dallas Stars
Vegas Golden Knights - Edmonton Oilers
Florida Panthers - Toronto Maple Leafs
Carolina Hurricanes - New Jersey Devils
chawhee
05-02-23, 05:42 PM
Round 2 starts tonight! Both games feel like they could go either way honestly
John W Constantine
05-02-23, 09:13 PM
Who's goaltending do you trust most out of those remaining team
Fabulous
05-02-23, 10:55 PM
Who's goaltending do you trust most out of those remaining team
Jake Oettinger for Dallas.
Wyldesyde19
05-02-23, 10:57 PM
Speaking of Dallas…it didn’t take them long to score already.
Wyldesyde19
05-02-23, 10:59 PM
Seattle Kraken - Dallas Stars
Vegas Golden Knights - Edmonton Oilers
Florida Panthers - Toronto Maple Leafs
Carolina Hurricanes - New Jersey Devils
I think Carolina handles The Devils. NJ didn’t look that great against NY, especially in the first few games.
I’m also tempted to pick Edmonton to beat Vegas.
I also think Toronto handles Florida.
Fabulous
05-02-23, 11:13 PM
I think Toronto's luck runs out against Florida, especially if Game 1 is anything to by.
I'm tempted to pick the Canes as well, but with their injuries and how the Devils closed out their series, I gave them the edge.
Jake Oettinger for Dallas.
Not to say the goals have been solely his fault but this didn't age too well :D
Fabulous
05-02-23, 11:34 PM
Not to say the goals have been solely his fault but this didn't age too well :D
I may have spoken too soon!
Still think he's the best of the remaining goalies.
I suppose Pavelski has recovered from that hit in the first round.
chawhee
05-03-23, 05:12 PM
Oettinger is likely the best goalie left, but I feel like Dallas is bound to go down before holding the trophy. Seattle just might be the hot team to take them down....
I like the Devils tonight because I still dont have much faith in Carolina. I'm worried as a VGK fan, especially if Stone is hurt.
I don't have any attachments to teams playing in a league across the globe, so I'm primarily cheering for the individuals. I hope the Finn-heavy teams (Florida, Dallas, and Carolina) do well. Outside my compatriots, I find McDavid - Draisaitl duo oddly fascinating, so I'd like Edmonton to be the fourth to advance.
chawhee
05-04-23, 05:40 PM
Good game by VGK, but I dont think that was Edmonton's best shot even with Draisaitl's 4 goals
Fabulous
05-04-23, 06:16 PM
Carolina played an excellent defensive game last night.
Wyldesyde19
05-04-23, 11:18 PM
Toronto just continues to disappoint….
chawhee
05-05-23, 05:27 PM
Toronto just continues to disappoint….
Lol...I do think Toronto can take both games in FL though, the same way Boston did.
Fabulous
05-05-23, 05:38 PM
Toronto just continues to disappoint….
They used up all their luck against Tampa.
This doesn't look like the Carolina that struggled to score in the first round and at the end of the regular season (minus Teräväinen, too).
chawhee
05-07-23, 10:59 AM
Yeah, Carolina has been impressive. VGK splits at home which doesnt surprise me at all, and I expect it to split in Edmonton as well.
Gallant fired by the Rangers seemed a bit destined after expectations got so high after those trade deadline acquisitions
crumbsroom
05-07-23, 11:40 AM
They used up all their luck against Tampa.
They were somewhat lucky against Tampa, but they shouldn't even need luck to beat Florida. Even behind by two, this is still theirs to lose as far as I'm concerned....but, they need to show up to play these two nights in Florida. And we all know you can never predict when this team will show up to play
Fabulous
05-08-23, 03:19 PM
Follow up your first round win in 19 years with a second round sweep. The Leafs are the gift that keeps on giving.
chawhee
05-08-23, 06:59 PM
Bobrovsky might be the best goalie in the playoffs left after that Oettinger showing
Wyldesyde19
05-08-23, 07:19 PM
Toronto has too much talent to be swept by Florida. Maybe time for a coaching change?
Carolina vs Dallas for the Cup is very intriguing
crumbsroom
05-09-23, 11:14 AM
Follow up your first round win in 19 years with a second round sweep. The Leafs are the gift that keeps on giving.
When I spoke of the curse of Harold Ballard I was hardly joking. His toxic and cheapskate managerial style saddled one of the most scrutinized sports franchises in the world with nearly two decades of legitimately horrible teams. It set a multi generational attitude towards this team that they were the absolute worst because they actually were. If not for the glimmer of the Gilmore years, we might even be talking about thirty years of fan frustration.
But at some point we need to recognize this just isn't about the failure of the team anymore. On paper, our team is as good as any in the league. We have the longest streak of making the playoffs of any team in the league. We have players who get scoring titles and we have a team, that even though definitely inconsistent, is basically a winning team. And yet the media in this city never stops beating up on them. They can win multiple games in a row, and if they have a poor showing in one, they pounce and start screaming everyone should be traded. And we, as fans, follow suit.
Because of the hockey climate in Toronto they have become a team repeatedly beaten down by press and fans, frequently when it isn't even remotely deserving. And like anyone who gets micromanaged at their job, it wears them down. And at the point, anything short of not only winning a Stanley Cup, but winning one handily, is considered an abject failure. It's an impossible city to play hockey in. At this point I think you could assemble any team you want, with whatever high quality coaching you can find, and they are still going to underperform.
And they have underperformed. No question. Especially in playoffs. And a lot of that is of course directly on them, as they are professionals and are definitely paid well to put up with this kind of pressure.
But it's also on us. And the media. Regardless of how understandable the culture of failure here has made us, we take it way too far. At this point, being a Leaf fan really means just waiting for the moments we can hate them, and making sure the team knows how much they deserve it. Even when they dont.
As for whether they get swept, I'm going to say very likely. But I also am one of those fans who believes they are entirely capable of clawing their way back. And while I'm not expecting that to happen, because it almost never does, they are still a good enough team to believe in that glimmer of hope. Otherwise, of course the prophecies of doom that permeate this city all season long are always going to be the only victoriously ones here
chawhee
05-09-23, 05:22 PM
VGK deserves some respect after that beatdown...but they probably wont get it
Wyldesyde19
05-09-23, 10:02 PM
Hurricane ran rampant in NJ during that second period……Devils unprepared.
chawhee
05-10-23, 05:40 PM
How is Florida an underdog in game 4 tonight :lol:
How is Florida an underdog in game 4 tonight :lol:
Is Toronto still the favorite to win the Cup? :D
Fabulous
05-11-23, 02:24 AM
At least they avoided the sweep.
chawhee
05-11-23, 04:45 PM
Is Toronto still the favorite to win the Cup? :D
Toronto actually has better odds than Seattle right now....weird
Will see how that changes after tonight which feels like a 50/50 game to me
Fabulous
05-11-23, 11:53 PM
Carolina is the first to advance to the Conference Finals. Though NJ fans may be angry tonight, all in all this has been an excellent season for them and an important building block.
chawhee
05-12-23, 05:29 PM
I have to give credit to Carolina, I really didnt expect them to dispose of NY and NJ so easily
I have a bad feeling tonight (and the rest of the series) as a VGK fan given the suspensions...EDM may come out with a mean streak
I have to give credit to Carolina, I really didnt expect them to dispose of NY and NJ so easily
Especially considering how difficult the end of the regular season was for them and having half of their top six injured. Still, maybe I'm just missing something about NJ but I didn't consider them just as tough opponents for Carolina as either of the NY teams.
I have a bad feeling tonight (and the rest of the series) as a VGK fan given the suspensions...EDM may come out with a mean streak
That slashing should have been at least three games, in my opinion. As blatant attempt to injure as I've seen this year.
crumbsroom
05-13-23, 01:17 AM
I still love the Leafs, I don't care.
Wyldesyde19
05-13-23, 01:29 AM
Perhaps Toronto should move on from Keefe. Or does that first round win over Tampa buy him some grace?
chawhee
05-13-23, 10:34 AM
Florida still not getting enough respect...Dallas has better odds to win the Cup than the Panthers do at this moment
What a game last night! I didnt expect VGK to storm the 2nd period with 3 goals to go up 2, and then only give up one goal to EDM during a 5-minute major. It will be an odd outcome to me if VGK wins this series while being pretty bad on the power play, while simultaneously EDM losing the series who are so powerful on theirs.
Fabulous
05-13-23, 08:10 PM
I guess we'll be seeing some big changes for the Leafs this summer.
chawhee
05-14-23, 11:51 AM
Just like that, Florida now has better odds than Dallas (as they should). Florida is probably the bigger surprise, but its certainly a bit shocking how well Seattle has played these playoffs
crumbsroom
05-14-23, 05:23 PM
Perhaps Toronto should move on from Keefe. Or does that first round win over Tampa buy him some grace?
I'm probably no great judge of coaches, but I feel Keefe is probably the best one they've had since Pat Burns. Burns was a legend and probably the only great coach the Leafs have had in my lifetime.
Every year this team gets better under Keefe. Traditionally they have been a terrible playoff team, but this is the first year where they weren't. Yes, they under performed and had a couple of bad games. Probably didn't even have very many solid games from start to finish. But they were leagues better than they've been for a long time.
The team has the talent. The team has the coaching. The team even has the general management, even though he gets a lot of heat. Unforunately they are also saddled with twenty years of playoff disasters, and because of that, its easy to lump what happened this year in with all the other embarrassing years.
But the reality is, even when under performing, they could have won any one of those games against the Panthers. A slightly less hot goaltender and they could have easily been moving on.
This isn't a team that needs much reconfiguring.. They had their best year as a franchise in twenty years. No, they didn't get as close as they deserve to the Stanley Cup, but that isn't the only measure of success.
Or at least I hope, or what have I done with my life?
Fabulous
05-14-23, 09:00 PM
I'm probably no great judge of coaches, but I feel Keefe is probably the best one they've had since Pat Burns. Burns was a legend and probably the only great coach the Leafs have had in my lifetime.
What did you think of Pat Quinn?
crumbsroom
05-14-23, 09:05 PM
What did you think of Pat Quinn?
I knew I forgot about someone.
He was also very good, but had a horrible team much of the time.
Fabulous
05-14-23, 10:41 PM
I knew I forgot about someone.
He was also very good, but had a horrible team much of the time.
He's my favourite Leafs coach of all time. I was just old enough to start getting into hockey and they made some nice runs with him in the late 90s/early 00s. A big part of my childhood.
chawhee
05-15-23, 05:11 PM
VGK stamps out the almighty Oilers haha
Gotta like their odds to make the final regardless of whether Seattle or Dallas wins tonight
Fabulous
05-16-23, 09:01 PM
Dallas Stars vs. Vegas Golden Knights
Florida Panthers vs Carolina Hurricanes
Dallas Stars vs. Vegas Golden Knights
I really, really hope this, but I'm so afraid Vegas will win. At least Robertson needs to wake up and start scoring some goals again. Oh, and Otter needs to stay on the last game's level.
Florida Panthers vs Carolina Hurricanes
This one feels like a coin toss for me and I don't even care which team moves forwards as they both have lots of Finns for me to cheer :D There have been talks that Teräväinen is ready to play so that's a definite plus for Carolina.
Will The Coyotes just move and end this nonsense.
Will The Coyotes just move and end this nonsense.
I'm surprised if there isn't a team in Houston by 24-25 season. Who knows, maybe they relocate already this summer?
I'm surprised if there isn't a team in Houston by 24-25 season. Who knows, maybe they relocate already this summer?
Anywhere except for Atlanta.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r1kftjwjeK8
Well done by the local team.
chawhee
05-18-23, 06:25 PM
I'll take VGK over Dallas
...and I think Florida can keep their Cinderella story going and beat Carolina
Wyldesyde19
05-18-23, 06:58 PM
Carolina vs Dallas. Please!
Fabulous
05-19-23, 03:16 AM
Florida wins a marathon Game 1. That was the 6th longest game in NHL history.
chawhee
05-20-23, 07:54 AM
Lol at people sleeping in the stands for that one....
VGK wins game 1 in what I expect to be the first of several OT games this series
Fabulous
05-21-23, 12:13 AM
Florida takes both games on the road again.
chawhee
05-22-23, 05:42 PM
4 straight overtime games this conference finals, crazy
crumbsroom
05-22-23, 06:05 PM
It's a good thing the Leafs management didn't completely implode over losing to a team who is seemingly dispensing with everyone.
Oh wait...
This ridiculous notion that somehow there is some kind of x factor that can be found that makes a team win during the playoffs once again ruins people's brains.
The Leafs are one of the winningest teams in the NHL over the past nine years. And for all their faults, they are also a constantly entertaining team regardless of not winning a Stanley Cup.
But because they lose to Florida during their best regular season in possibly decades, let's call for everyone's head. Let's edge ourselves ever closer to dismantling a good team because the fans and the media thrive on being a bunch of overacting twats.
Moments like this make me glad I moved out of that city.
Fabulous
05-23-23, 12:18 AM
Carolina's woes in the Conference Finals continue.
chawhee
05-23-23, 05:30 PM
Florida's style is really making me believe that they are just going to bulldoze whoever they play in the final.
chawhee
05-24-23, 06:39 PM
Benn gets 2 games for that hit last night on Stone, Stars fans show their crudeness by throwing trash on the ice....quite the ending to this season coming for Dallas
Fabulous
05-24-23, 11:59 PM
Florida completes the sweep, while the Hurricanes are now 0-12 in Conference Finals games since they won the Stanley Cup.
chawhee
05-30-23, 05:29 PM
I feel like I should hedge my emotions a bit and bet on Florida to win this
Fabulous
05-30-23, 11:52 PM
Vegas Golden Knights vs. Florida Panthers
chawhee
06-04-23, 12:31 PM
Quite a fun game 1! I don't like criticizing officiating, but it seemed pretty inconsistent last night...
John W Constantine
06-06-23, 12:38 AM
Vegas is just better.
chawhee
06-06-23, 06:13 PM
Yeah, I would have never guessed a sweep going into this, but it could certainly happen if Florida doesnt snap out of this 'regular season' version of themselves.
John W Constantine
06-06-23, 06:30 PM
Goaltending is much important me thinks.
John W Constantine
06-09-23, 01:18 PM
Panthers might have saved their season last night. Maybe.
chawhee
06-09-23, 05:22 PM
Yeah, they avoid the dreaded 0-3 hole. 3-1 after 4 was probably the expectation for VGK after game 2, but I'm hoping Florida didn't capture all the momentum now. VGK was the better team most of Game 3, but that 6 on 5 goal to push OT was crushing.
Even if Florida manages to make it 2-2, I wouldnt be too worried as a VGK fan yet haha
chawhee
06-13-23, 06:24 PM
Bumping this thread...its gon' be over tonight haha
rauldc14
06-14-23, 09:25 AM
Vegas for the win! Bet that city went crazy last night
chawhee
06-14-23, 06:24 PM
So cool to see the celebrations...love this sport
Fabulous
06-14-23, 10:18 PM
Vegas were well deserved champions. Completely outplayed the Panthers.
chawhee
06-15-23, 05:30 PM
Panthers really reverted to regular season form. Bobrovsky was nothing special, the style was tough but not skillful enough to hang. Curious to see what both teams do in the offseason.
chawhee
09-29-23, 08:45 AM
It is almost hockey season! Penguins get Karlsson, I just saw Vasilevskiy is injured for TB...can't wait!
Mesmerized
09-29-23, 01:34 PM
After getting the NHL Network channel on Fubo, I'm slowly becoming a fan.
chawhee
10-11-23, 08:41 AM
TB and Nashville was close as expected, and VGK took care of Seattle as expected....who expected Chicago to take down Pittsburgh in primetime again though!?
Fabulous
10-18-23, 02:42 AM
Seattle is off to a poor start. Really struggling to score.
Seattle is off to a poor start. Really struggling to score.
Only 4 games in, no need to burn your Matty Beniers jersey yet.
What pisses me off is this, Xfinity customers will have to pay more for ROOT Sports Northwest to watch Kraken, Mariners. (https://www.seattletimes.com/sports/kraken/xfinity-customers-will-have-to-pay-more-for-root-sports-northwest-to-watch-kraken-mariners/)
Couldn't have pulled this crap off before baseball season?
Go Kings!
chawhee
10-18-23, 08:38 AM
I kinda expected Seattle to come back down to earth a bit after their surprising record last year. It will be tough for them to make the playoffs again.
chawhee
10-25-23, 08:23 AM
Frozen Frenzy was awesome...hope to see that again in the future.
John Dumbear
10-25-23, 09:41 AM
Who are these Red Wings?
rauldc14
10-25-23, 09:54 AM
Looks like Vegas Knights and Avalanche are out to dominate the West again
Fabulous
10-25-23, 07:34 PM
And the Bruins in the East.
chawhee
11-03-23, 08:54 AM
I havent been watching the NHL long enough to really gauge how bad this Sharks team is, but they definitely appear to be historically bad.
chawhee
11-15-23, 08:46 AM
Had a conversation on social media yesterday about this...but anyone have thoughts on Matt Petgrave getting arrested for Adam Johnson's death (skate to the neck)?
From watching the video, Petgrave definitely seemed to go out of his way to get his skate up a bit high...
Nausicaä
11-15-23, 03:51 PM
It does look like he tried to kick him out of the way but I don't believe he was aiming for the neck, so manslaughter charge possibly.
He's an idiot, if it was on purpose to kick him or the other player out of the way. The fact he raised his leg like that is horrendous. Don't believe he was trying to stop himself falling and so on...
He will probably get away with it though...
Mesmerized
12-20-23, 11:14 PM
Are there televised hockey games all year long through all 12 months or just during the regular season?
chawhee
12-21-23, 08:34 AM
I mean the playoffs will be televised...but what kind of hockey are you looking for during the offseason (August or so)?
Mesmerized
12-21-23, 02:44 PM
I mean the playoffs will be televised...but what kind of hockey are you looking for during the offseason (August or so)?
Whatever I can get on Hulu plus live tv, which also includes ESPN+. NHL or college hockey. Although I don't know if Hulu+ has college hockey. I'm new at watching hockey and I'm really starting to get hooked on this sport.
chawhee
12-22-23, 08:46 AM
I'm right there with you on getting hooked...I've only been watching closely for a couple years, and its incredibly refreshing compared to other sports. ESPN+ is the way to go, but things will move to broader channels like TNT for the playoffs. I haven't paid much attention to college hockey, so I can't help you there.
Mesmerized
12-22-23, 06:32 PM
I'm glad to know the playoffs are on TNT because I do get that channel. I've taken to looking up individual team schedules online because there doesn't seem to be any way of telling if the games on Hulu are actually live or not. I recently switched from Fubo to Hulu about 4 weeks ago and I'm noticing a lot more hockey games now. Hulu has an NHL portal with thumbnails that allow you to see and link to all the games that are either live or upcoming. I really like that. Of course, "live" doesn't necessarily mean the games are happening now, it just means Hulu is airing the games on one or more of its channels, and they could just be a recording.
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