NHL '10 - '11 Thread

[kugie]

I cought the 2nd period. Missed the third where the Wings took a 3-3 tie and blew it wide open. 7-3 is a butt kicking. Funny thing is the Blues looked better for part of the 2nd, but clearly the Wings kicked it up a notch.

The Blues, Look Legit right now.
They Played the Bruins last week or so when the B's where playing really well, and they came in and shut them down.
I mean Loosing 7-3 to is a major butt Kicking But I don't think that will happen that often.
I don't follow the West that much. I mean why waste your Time with an Inferior League.....:noon:D

[357]

I don't follow the West that much. I mean why waste your Time with an Inferior League.....:noon:D

Where's Ahbroody when I need him...:r

[icehog3]

There's an "East"? :confused:

[357]

There's an "East"? :confused:

I think he's making it up.

[Mr B]

Nice stinking comeback....

Seems the Sharks kept the Avs from getting anything going, then let up and bit....Avs keep the energy up and find the back of the net twice more to tie it and then get the win in OT....



Ya nice comeback. Too bad the ref's and instant replay guys all left their glasses at home and did'nt see that goal go in with the stick "below the bar". I dont know what views they had but it was pretty obvious he struck the puck below the bar. :su

[icehog3]

Ya nice comeback. Too bad the ref's and instant replay guys all left their glasses at home and did'nt see that goal go in with the stick "below the bar". I dont know what views they had but it was pretty obvious he struck the puck below the bar. :su

I watched the game and saw all the angles they were showing the TV viewers....I didn't see any angle that showed definitively that the puck was below the crossbar, and I don't have a dog in the fight.

[Mr B]

I watched the game and saw all the angles they were showing the TV viewers....I didn't see any angle that showed definitively that the puck was below the crossbar, and I don't have a dog in the fight.


One more pair of glasses please. :D

[icehog3]

One more pair of glasses please. :D

Make me a ref! :wo

[Mr B]

http://cache4.asset-cache.net/xc/994425-003.jpg?v=1&c=NewsMaker&k=2&d=B3B7071D257FC0392F5BA0085878D9B6DC49D0FD8A71F5C9 DBC65F4970F5AF75

[CRIMPS]

Just saw this thread. Me likey...

Here, representing the Stars and the albatross that is the worst owner in all of sports and the accompanying bankruptcy. Hey, but at least we have youthful talent....

:confused:

Go Stars

[kugie]

I think he's making it up.

:r
We'll see!

[Ahbroody]

Long story short Sharks had no business winning the game. They took a 1-0 lead on the first shift then Col took a double minor for highstick, a obstruction penalty, and a 3rd penalty was cut short from the Sharks taking a penalty. They had roughly 7 min of near consecutive pp time and did nothing. The Avs buried their chance. For the Sharks to leave the first tied 1-1 showed me they would lose and I let the kids watch their shows.

1/4 of the season and this team is showing it has a ton of talent, but still only a few players have heart and majority are not the stars so that means this year will be the same as always. Make the playoffs and flop in the second or third round.

[CRIMPS]

Sharks have no business winning tonights game either. :r

[Ahbroody]

I think your pretty screwed.
Talent wise lets be homesteaded , and they will be pissed after letting a game like that get away. I expect an onslaught and your goalie better be ready to answer the bell. We shall see.

[CRIMPS]

Stars v. Sharks is always entertaining.

Lehtonen has been GREAT for us this year. He has to be when you have such a mediocre defense.

[icehog3]

Stars v. Sharks is always entertaining.

Lehtonen has been GREAT for us this year. He has to be when you have such a mediocre defense.

My fantasy stats beg to differ. :r

[Ahbroody]

You know if you weren't so big and scarry I would make fun of fantasy players. I still can't get into that stuff, but I think I can't find the time.

Things like sex with the wife and working on the house keep getting in the way. :r

[GreekGodX]

This Flyers/Lightning game is ridiculous 7-6 in the 2nd period. Both teams are just throwing the puck at the net and it goes in. Where's the D?

[CRIMPS]

Saw this today.

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This Flyers/Lightning game is ridiculous 7-6 in the 2nd period. Both teams are just throwing the puck at the net and it goes in. Where's the D?

Apparently the goalies didn't show up, 7-7 after forty :r

Stamkos with the trick and two assists.

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Wait a second, are the Bucs playing the Eagles?

8-7 now!

[icehog3]

Things like sex with the wife and working on the house keep getting in the way. :r

Too....easy. Must....resist. :r

[Ahbroody]

Too....easy. Must....resist. :r

Shut it!

Fuggin sharks choke away another one in OT. Hey Tom see if the Hawks want Niemi back for a dman. Ugggggh

Watching sharks postgame with Dave Malley. Always funny looking at TV thinking hey I know that Guy. He mixed in a little just for men for the show tonight. :r. He's a stud though love the dude. He thinks Micahs a stud.

[GHC_Hambone]

Anyone see this? I have only heard this little clip but wow.... lol

http://watch.tsn.ca/nhl/clip376915#clip376915

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Anyone see this? I have only heard this little clip but wow.... lol

http://watch.tsn.ca/nhl/clip376915#clip376915

Well there is an anthem fail...

Here's one one the other way http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kputKjS2HLk

THUDD!!! :r

[Eleven]

Anyone see this? I have only heard this little clip but wow.... lol

http://watch.tsn.ca/nhl/clip376915#clip376915

The end of that story sucks. Luke Richardson's Daughter killed herself. WTF.


Here. (http://nhl.fanhouse.com/2010/11/13/luke-richardsons-daughter-dies-at-14/)

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The end of that story sucks. Luke Richardson's Daughter killed herself. WTF.


Here. (http://nhl.fanhouse.com/2010/11/13/luke-richardsons-daughter-dies-at-14/)

Ya it was a pretty sad story.

[icehog3]

Fuggin sharks choke away another one in OT. Hey Tom see if the Hawks want Niemi back for a dman. Ugggggh



Sure....we'll give you Jason Cullimore. :)

I am confused...what did the "Anthem Fail" in Ottawa have to do with Luke's daughter's suicide?

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Sure....we'll give you Jason Cullimore. :)

I am confused...what did the "Anthem Fail" in Ottawa have to do with Luke's daughter's suicide?

They just mentioned it at the end of the highlights :tu

[kugie]

Good win by the Bruins last night.
Lucic a hat trick and Rask a shutout.

[357]

Saw this today.

"Too much man" can't be, he was wearing a Penguin's sweater. :r

[CRIMPS]

"Too much man" can't be, he was wearing a Penguin's sweater. :r

:r

[icehog3]

They just mentioned it at the end of the highlights

Thanks Matt...I didn't watch the clip past the Spezza moment.

Good win by the Bruins last night.
Lucic a hat trick and Rask a shutout.

Listened to the highlights, that line of Lucic, Horton and Bergeron was on fire.

"Too much man" can't be, he was wearing a Penguin's sweater. :r

Just ask Sidney Crosby.

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/Crosby20Purse1-1.jpg

[357]

Tom, I love that pic, but I'm surprised they spelled it wrong. I though his name was Cindy Crosby.

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The Manitoba Moose have sold 13,500 tickets for tonights game vs the IceHogs.

Likely going to out drawn the Thrasher's tonight...man the NHL needs to get back to Winnipeg.

[Ahbroody]

I don't think the NHL should have gone back to Atlanta and don't think they should go back to Winnipeg. Both failed once. I would argue Quebec way before Winnipeg as I think they would stand a better chance. Hell I think Seattle should get a franchise before a prior failure.

This has been beaten to death though and the NHLs stance is clear. Funny last year it was Phoenix, then they iced a winning team and things changed. Now its other teams. But hey a few year's ago not many were going to Hawks games and Bruins and look now. This whole non traditional hockey market argument t falls on its face when a winning team is iced or the management group handles things right. I will place San Jose's attendance numbers up against any team in the league for the past 12+ years with a similar sized arena and in most cases a bigger arena. Even when the team was average and kind of bad numbers were and are good. The fact that a team couldn't survive in a hockey market says a lot more then struggling in a non hockey market during bad years.

With the pieces the Atlanta added this year they are building and should start drawing. Next year maybe people will go after Florida, Tampa's out can't use them.

Didn't you make the same pitch last year, but it was against the coyotes? Someone from the great north did.

[E.J.]

Good to see Anderson in net..... GO AVS....


...and if we are moving a franchise, SLC please.....;)

[icehog3]

Congrats to Craig Anderson on a great first game back.

Heard a story from a friend of Craig's agent tonight, Avs fans would not be happy.

[Ahbroody]

LOL he wants a trade to Chi?

[Sancho Fuente]

Anyone else sad after that Caps/Thrashers game last night. It seemed so boring, hardly anyone in the seats and no emotion on the ice. We better pick it up against Philly tonight.


Go Caps!

[Eleven]

RIP Pat Burns.

Sad week for hockey in general.

[Partagaspete]

It's a joke that none of the true heavyweights in the league has held this clown accountable. :2

Tey have tried but he skates away like a little b!t(h

[Partagaspete]

RIP Pat Burns.

Sad week for hockey in general.

...

[E.J.]

Heard a story from a friend of Craig's agent tonight, Avs fans would not be happy.

Do tell....:sh

[icehog3]

RIP Pat Burns.

Sad week for hockey in general.

RIP Coach Burns.

Do tell....:sh

Avs told them they have absolutely no interest in resigning Craig beyond this year. Not sure if it is a low-balling negotiation ploy, or if they truly have another direction for the future.

[E.J.]

Avs told them they have absolutely no interest in resigning Craig beyond this year. Not sure if it is a low-balling negotiation ploy, or if they truly have another direction for the future.

You're right....not happy. I would HATE to lose him....

I will have to assume that it is 100% negotiation, I cannot believe that they would have any intention of not making a strong run at him....though maybe I am being naive?

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It was really to bad the HHOF didn't induct Pat Burns before he passed.

IMHO he should have been inducted with the last group.

[icehog3]

You're right....not happy. I would HATE to lose him....

I will have to assume that it is 100% negotiation, I cannot believe that they would have any intention of not making a strong run at him....though maybe I am being naive?

It definitely could be a negotiating ploy, E.J. Craig's agent told our friend that the Avs were planning on benching him before he got hurt, trying to diminish his perceived value. I feel bad for Craig, I think he has proved himself enough over the last 3 seasons that he shouldn't be getting dicked with like this. :2

[Ahbroody]

Maybe he would look good in teal : r
Niemi is a bust so far.

[E.J.]

It definitely could be a negotiating ploy, E.J. Craig's agent told our friend that the Avs were planning on benching him before he got hurt, trying to diminish his perceived value. I feel bad for Craig, I think he has proved himself enough over the last 3 seasons that he shouldn't be getting dicked with like this. :2

Agree 100%.... Andersons' play made the Avs last year.... He made up for A LOT of mistakes the kids were making early.....pretty much carried that team the first half of the season.

Though Budaj played well in his absence, he is no Anderson.... Nothing coming up....I just don't see how they don't make a strong run at him:confused:

[icehog3]

Agree 100%.... Andersons' play made the Avs last year.... He made up for A LOT of mistakes the kids were making early.....pretty much carried that team the first half of the season.

Though Budaj played well in his absence, he is no Anderson.... Nothing coming up....I just don't see how they don't make a strong run at him:confused:

Hopefully he goes on a tear and shoves it right up their negotiator's arse. ;)

[Ahbroody]

Fuggin gat damn askhsdashdjksahkjashdjkajkdjklakdlaksdkl;akd;lajsk ldjlksa
:bh:bh:bh


Well maybe I wont have to buy playoff seats this year. If they keep playing like this I likely wont anyway.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Nice game for the Hawks:D

[Martel]

Tough loss for the Caps last night in the shootout. After the first period, I thought they had a handle on the Flyers.

Cheers,
G

[kugie]

Nice come back by the B's last. To bad they lost it in the shootout.
The Kings Look good

[Ahbroody]

For Tom
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhBzH55n9qM

Cant beleive no one mentioned this Campbell email ordeal.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaBsZ7IEzjA

The emails
http://www.mc79hockey.com/

http://content.usatoday.com/communities/gameon/post/2010/11/colin-campbell-nhl-stephen-walkom-marc-savard/1

Really makes you wonder about things and how games may not be fixed, but how refs may be given direction.

[bscottskangum]

Went to an AHL game last night, Norfolk Admirals. Good time :tu

Came home in time to watch the Jackets win, Nash hat trick. :tu

Last night was a good night :tu

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For Tom
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vhBzH55n9qM

Cant beleive no one mentioned this Campbell email ordeal.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GaBsZ7IEzjA

The emails
http://www.mc79hockey.com/

http://content.usatoday.com/communities/gameon/post/2010/11/colin-campbell-nhl-stephen-walkom-marc-savard/1

Really makes you wonder about things and how games may not be fixed, but how refs may be given direction.

I've been following that whole saga from its release, definitely not good form on Coli's part. To me its a emotional email that should never have been sent, but I don't think that he was actually trying to "direct a ref".

I don't know Coli personally but from the sounds of major people in the media he is a stand up guy. The media could have really run with the story and lambasted him, but most of them acknowledged that the e-mails were dumb but did not question his integrity. Most of the top figures in hockey reverberated the above.

That being said from a total fan perspective it is hard to trust Coli and weather he his making decisions without bias. The NHL obviously has tried to make this a non-story but the public has been pretty critical about the situation. Campbell isn't really helping the situation out as he vehemently disagrees that he should apologize to all involved.

I am kinda of siding with those people wanting an apology. Colin Campbell really has no business talking about his son, in that way with the head of officiating. Once thing is forsure Campbell did learn a valuable lesson about the privacy of emails.

[ahc4353]

Campbell is a tool.

[icehog3]

Savard has said it is a "non-issue". Marc is a class act.

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Savard has said it is a "non-issue". Marc is a class act.

Ya I did hear that and agree that its was a class act move by Savard.

Most of the media up up north revolved around Coli talking about his son and New Media vs. Main Stream Media as the story was broken by a blogger.

[Partagaspete]

Maybe he would look good in teal : r
Niemi is a bust so far.

I'am thinking Blu, Blanc, De Orange. you want to talk about busts? I give you Rick Dipeitro.

[bscottskangum]

Nash with another goal, 13th so far :tu
Mason had a nice game in net, picked up a couple timely saves.

2-0 Jackets win over the Predators :noon Count it, 4 in a row

[icehog3]

Nash is a helluva hockey player, I've seen him play live several times in Chicago. Off to a good start too.

[Ahbroody]

I look a the standings on the year and while I knew LA would be good I had no idea. Didnt see the jackets being this good. Look at the lightning. I do like it though as its nice to see a shake up.

I hate to say it but I think Marty B may finally be at the end of the line. He has looked real bad this year and now hes hurt.

[bscottskangum]

I think it is interesting how the West has worked out so far. The top 13 teams are within 7 points of eachother, only 2 real bottom feeders

[bscottskangum]

http://www.nhl.com/ice/app?component=completeGoalLeadersList&page=statshome&service=direct
(http://www.nhl.com/ice/app?component=completeGoalLeadersList&page=statshome&service=direct)
Some interesting stats there. Stamkos likes to score on the road and Semin likes to score at home

[Sancho Fuente]

I hate to say it but I think Marty B may finally be at the end of the line. He has looked real bad this year and now hes hurt.

The good news is they apparently don't need him after the show last night. My caps are killing me. :sad

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I hosted the Rockford IceHogs weekly coaches show “Hog Talk” Monday night. The show featured Chicago Blackhawks General Manger of Minor League Affiliations Mark Bernard, IceHogs Forward Brandon Bollig and Goaltender Alec Richards.

Thought you guys might be interested in taking a listen, just clink the link in my signature.

[68TriShield]

I hosted the Rockford IceHogs weekly coaches show “Hog Talk” Monday night. The show featured Chicago Blackhawks General Manger of Minor League Affiliations Mark Bernard, IceHogs Forward Brandon Bollig and Goaltender Alec Richards.

Thought you guys might be interested in taking a listen, just clink the link in my signature.

I am.

[357]

I look a the standings on the year and while I knew LA would be good I had no idea. Didnt see the jackets being this good. Look at the lightning. I do like it though as its nice to see a shake up.

I hate to say it but I think Marty B may finally be at the end of the line. He has looked real bad this year and now hes hurt.

You forgot one. ;)

Only Philly has more points (30 to 28) but they've played 4 more games than the Wings. Wing's are 8-1-1 in the last 10.

[Ahbroody]

Yeah Wings are on a tear. I have not looked at who they have been playing as to whether the teams they are beating have a winning record or not. Either way though they are definetly winning the games they need to.

[icehog3]

You forgot one. ;)

Only Philly has more points (30 to 28) but they've played 4 more games than the Wings. Wing's are 8-1-1 in the last 10.

Wings look REALLY good so far.

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Wings look REALLY good so far.

It will be interesting to see if Nick Lindstrom's age catches up to him this year. From my point of view he has been the best d-man in the league so far and a big reason why the Wings have been doing so well.

[icehog3]

It will be interesting to see if Nick Lindstrom's age catches up to him this year. From my point of view he has been the best d-man in the league so far and a big reason why the Wings have been doing so well.

So far he looks like a Norris candidate once again. :2

[bscottskangum]

Blue Jackets unveiled their 3rd jerseys....and a mascot that goes along with it...

http://scottywazz.blogspot.com/2010/11/mascot-off-to-booming-start.html

WORST IDEA EVER!
I did have a good laugh because of it though

[Ahbroody]

Good game between the Sharks and Hawks tonight. Was glad to see the Sharks get the win. Was also glad to see the Sharks out hit the Hawks and have the majority share of big hits. There were a couple of really big clean hits by Murray and even Marleau. Scotty played the pest to a T drawing penalties and throwing his body everywhere. My wife had a laugh on one hit where a Hawk basically threw him down. He still kept going though. I think this sets the table for the next meeting as the Sharks will play the Hawks in Chicago after playing the night before in Minn. I dont think they will fair as well in that meeting. Then they fly to LA for a game. Will be a tough stretch.

Been watching Clowe fight this year. He is turning into a Bull
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v3UU13F_BH0

Hey how about those Thrashers I said it last week and saying it again. They are building a great young team down there.

[icehog3]

Blue Jackets are looking good so far, as are those Thrashers.

Congrats on the Sharks win tonight, Mike....you guys can will all the regular season games, and we can.....well. ;)

[Ahbroody]

Blue Jackets are looking good so far, as are those Thrashers.

Congrats on the Sharks win tonight, Mike....you guys can will all the regular season games, and we can.....well. ;)

Meeew. :r
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0Ys0J4rvFQ&feature=youtube_gdata_player

Hey at this point I am just wanting this to light a damn spark in this team and Niemi. The inside info I have was his comments and showing up with his Hawks helmet to camp resulted in some tension between him and the sharks. There was definitely not a warm reception for him. Would like to see these guys bond and this was the kind of game that might do it.

Also want to see the Thrashers be this years Coyotes and get some good attendance. Then we can see people call for the Panthers or Coyotes to get moved. Now that fugly isn't in the West I can cheer for him. I like some of the players on the Thrash and its nice to see them relevant.

[E.J.]

Christ Avs, Finish them off.............

[icehog3]

E.J., after watching the last few Avs games, I have to say I am really impressed with Kevin Shattenkirk and Greg Mauldin. Along with all the other great young players the Avs have, they should be a force for several years if they can find the money to pay them all as time goes on.

[bscottskangum]

Spending my time tonight at the Cbj v Det game. Just sitting here waiting for the game to start.

[icehog3]

Spending my time tonight at the Cbj v Det game. Just sitting here waiting for the game to start.

One of my co-workers went to the game, please tell him I said "hey". :)

[Eleven]

Not sure I'm diggin the new 3rd jersey.

[icehog3]

Not sure I'm diggin the new 3rd jersey.

I TiVo'ed the game to watch after my game tonight, looking forward to checking them out.

[bscottskangum]

Not sure I'm diggin the new 3rd jersey.

I don't think they are anything horrible, It's just weird having a vintage jersey on a team that is 10 years old :2 Boomer the mascot that goes with the jerseys...well he....is very falic. Seeing him in person just reinforced that thought.

As for the game, it was fun. The Columbus forwards were just a step behind the Detroit defenders when it came to loose picks around/front of the net. Some good goaltending on both sides tonight as well.

I will say something else, Columbus was able to play their style game. The didn't spend the whole night chasing around Detroits forwards as in the past. Just lacked that little jump.

[E.J.]

E.J., after watching the last few Avs games, I have to say I am really impressed with Kevin Shattenkirk and Greg Mauldin. Along with all the other great young players the Avs have, they should be a force for several years if they can find the money to pay them all as time goes on.

A LOT of young talent... Shattenkirk was a big surprise...

The Avs have been fun to watch(Thursday night withstanding;))... It would be a joy to watch them continue to develop together through the years, but unfortunately that just wont happen.

[icehog3]

A LOT of young talent... Shattenkirk was a big surprise...

The Avs have been fun to watch(Thursday night withstanding;))... It would be a joy to watch them continue to develop together through the years, but unfortunately that just wont happen.

Yup, you see what the salary cap forced the Blackhawks to do this summer. :(

[E.J.]

Yup, you see what the salary cap forced the Blackhawks to do this summer. :(

Yea....if the Avs can raise the cup before the dismantling, I'll sleep easier....:r:r:r

[icehog3]

Yea....if the Avs can raise the cup before the dismantling, I'll sleep easier....:r:r:r

Yup, it helps to recall that memory when watching my .500 Hawks this season. :r

[Ahbroody]

Yea....if the Avs can raise the cup before the dismantling, I'll sleep easier....:r:r:r

Would just like to see it happen in San Jose 1 day. :td
Rumor has it Seto is on the block as they continue to try to find a dman. Watching Huskins and Wallin is painful.

[icehog3]

Would just like to see it happen in San Jose 1 day. :td
Rumor has it Seto is on the block as they continue to try to find a dman. Watching Huskins and Wallin is painful.

Watching Seto hasn't been much better in the games I have seen, Mike. ;)

[Ahbroody]

Watching Seto hasn't been much better in the games I have seen, Mike. ;)

Shhhhhh they are trying to trade him, he's fan tastic. I think if he had been scoring he'd be gone already. They pulled this card with chechoo so I don't know to many are going to bite after how bad that went.

[Ahbroody]

Watching Seto hasn't been much better in the games I have seen, Mike. ;)

And now Seto is hurt.
Scotty took a Puck in the eye today apparently in pre game. Wings coming to town, not looking good from a Sharks perspective.

Wallin just got injured and left the ice early in the first.

Medic!!!!!!!!!!!!

[E.J.]

E.J., after watching the last few Avs games, I have to say I am really impressed with Kevin Shattenkirk and Greg Mauldin.

6 points from Mauldin and Shattenkirk tonight....and we have some time to go.....

Tom is going for CA GM of the year......

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Watching the Hawks game now. It would be great to finish strong on this road trip.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

By the way, don't mess with John Scott:sl

[pnoon]

By the way, don't mess with John Scott:sl

I found that smiley and just had to add it to CA. :)

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

I found that smiley and just had to add it to CA. :)

Nice! Thank you Peter:tu

[icehog3]

By the way, don't mess with John Scott:sl

I found that smiley and just had to add it to CA. :)

Good finish to the road trip for the Hawks tonight. Crawford is going to see some increased ice time.

Oh, yeah....and don't mess with John Scott. :r

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=985bd9nTDGA

[Ahbroody]

John Scott is a bad bad man.

Would just like to see it happen in San Jose 1 day. :td
Rumor has it Seto is on the block as they continue to try to find a dman. Watching Huskins and Wallin is painful.

Both Wallin and Huskins were injured in the 1st period and did not return. The Sharks had 4 dman for the 2nd and 3rd period. They eeked out a 4-3 win with the Oilers making a third period push.

[icehog3]

John Scott is a bad bad man.



Both Wallin and Huskins were injured in the 1st period and did not return. The Sharks had 4 dman for the 2nd and 3rd period. They eeked out a 4-3 win with the Oilers making a third period push.

Thank goodness it was the Oilers, Mike, a better team might have taken better advantage. I saw the third period, Edmonton made it a game.

[Ahbroody]

Agreed I was listening on the radio and you could here the utoh factor in the announcers.

This does not look good for the upcoming Wings and Hawks game.

They had Scotty in the both between second and third period. Dude is such a stud. Talked about how he was never the best player growing up, got cut from travel teams just kept plugging away. Then in crapchester He had a blown out shoulder one year then blew out his right acl the following year, then his left acl the year after that. 7 years in Rochester. He said the injuries made him work harder and harder in the off season. His work ethic off the ice and selling out on the ice is why he made it. Going to email his wife and tell her awesome interview and send him some love. Dude is a beast all heart. Why can't some others take his approach.

[kugie]

What in the wild wild world of sports is going on here.

B's down 3-0 after the first.

[Ahbroody]

Saw Scotty at the rink tonight. His youngest boy Foster is now playing in mini mites with Micah. He has a nice shinner where the puck caught him, but no long term issues. talked to his wife after practice and told her to send some love from the fans for the radio interview he gave the other night.

[Eleven]

I am almost afraid to make a comment on how well the Penguins are doing...but I will anyway!

How bout them Penguins!

[Sawyer]

What in the wild wild world of sports is going on here.

B's down 3-0 after the first.

How about them Thrashers?! Five game win streak with quality wins including a 5-0 win over the Caps, 5-1 win over the Wings, 3-0 win over the Habs and 4-1 win over the Bs. Four of the top teams just getting handled by this young Thrasher squad.

[mikethegoalie32]

Wowzers, snoozer last night, attended sens/oil, and again scotiabank was a library and 40% of people attending were oil fans. I am sure the sens would be a much better team without moving a single player if they played in a town with fans who cheer them on rather than sit there and scratch their nuts...

[kugie]

How about them Thrashers?! Five game win streak with quality wins including a 5-0 win over the Caps, 5-1 win over the Wings, 3-0 win over the Habs and 4-1 win over the Bs. Four of the top teams just getting handled by this young Thrasher squad.

And the B's are going in the opposite Direction. Lost 4 of the last five games.

I gotta say that kid Kane is one tough SOB. He punches like Lightning and he hits hard. I loved when he knocked out Matt Cooke.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Blues vs. Hawks tonight. Should be a great game.

[357]

I am almost afraid to make a comment on how well the Penguins are doing...but I will anyway!

How bout them Penguins!

There was a rumor about an Eastern Conference, but I thought it was disproved?


;)

[mikethegoalie32]

It is embarrassing the teams the east put together. Sure the east has some of the best individual talent, but they dont have any teams per say... The west is loaded with teams that can get ya at many different levels.

[357]

Wings vs Sharks tonight!

Flame war thereafter....lol :fl

[Ahbroody]

You planning on fighting with yourself?
I am expecting a loss. They are missing a lot of guys with injuries and have a lot of minor leaguers in the lineup right now and some walking wounded. Dont forget last game they skated 2 periods with only 4 dman. Given the Wings passing I expect a lot of rookies to get lost out there and eaten up.

[357]

Just for fun...
http://sports.yahoo.com/nhl/blog/puck_daddy/post/The-top-10-greatest-NHL-Movember-mustaches-for-2;_ylt=AtBjE4Mtq1yWwVldrg5GxPJ7vLYF?urn=nhl-290412

[357]

You planning on fighting with yourself?
I am expecting a loss. They are missing a lot of guys with injuries and have a lot of minor leaguers in the lineup right now and some walking wounded. Dont forget last game they skated 2 periods with only 4 dman. Given the Wings passing I expect a lot of rookies to get lost out there and eaten up.

Nah, I'm just having fun. Looks like there might not be a game at all...

Power failure at HP Pavilion puts status of Red Wings game against Sharks in question
http://www.mlive.com/redwings/index.ssf/2010/11/power_failure_at_hp_pavilion_p.html

[Ahbroody]

"The Sharks will start Antero Niitymaki in goal tonight but are missing three injured defresemen-- Niclas Wallin, Kent Huskins and Jason Demers. They will be replaced by Derek Joslin, Justin Braun and Mike Moore, recalled from Worcester (AHL)."

Not sure if Seto or Nichol will play either. As they say good teams find a way to win. I dont think their will be a lot of happy Sharks fans tonight, but guess we shall wait and see.

[357]

it's cliche but, that's why the play the games

[icehog3]

I gotta say that kid Kane is one tough SOB. He punches like Lightning and he hits hard. I loved when he knocked out Matt Cooke.

He is a tough kid, too bad the Kane in Chicago can't hit like that. ;)

Blues vs. Hawks tonight. Should be a great game.

Can't wait!

Power failure at HP Pavilion puts status of Red Wings game against Sharks in question


Can't remember the last time something like that happened.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Kaner:dance:

[GreekGodX]

Kaner:dance:

Toews has 2 goals now too :O

I won't be watching the whole Wings game. Gotta wake up early tomorrow. DVR is recording it though :tu

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Toews has 2 goals now too :O

I won't be watching the whole Wings game. Gotta wake up early tomorrow. DVR is recording it though :tu

What a great game:noon

Wings at Sharks right?

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Sharp has been on fire the past five games:ih

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Wow, five years ago today Thornton was traded to the Sharks. I have always liked the guy and I'm sure the Sharks have.

[Ahbroody]

To say our D looked like crap is putting it nicely. Hell the kids had issues even getting it out if their zone. That was uuuuuuuuugly. O well atleast I expected it.

[357]

Can't remember the last time something like that happened.

They mentioned it at the game that this has happened at the HP Pavilion before. I believe they said in '95 a Wings/Sharks game was postponed or delayed due to a power issue. Not sure of any others.

I watched the first two periods. Went to be around midnight. Wings stretched it to a 2 goal lead just before the second intermission. Fun to watch if you're a Wing's fan, the passing was fantastic. That said I think Mike was right, the young D-men of the Sharks made some of those pretty passes possible.

[bscottskangum]

Look at what I got today :tu

http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af292/bscottskangum/wc.jpg

[Eleven]

Look at what I got today :tu

http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af292/bscottskangum/wc.jpg

:dr:dr:dr

[mikethegoalie32]

Christmas is the 25th not the 1st :P

[icehog3]

Congrats Barry, should be an awesome event. :tu

[E.J.]

Look at what I got today :tu

http://i1017.photobucket.com/albums/af292/bscottskangum/wc.jpg

EXCELLENT way to spend New Year's Day!

[GreekGodX]

Merry Christmas to Berry! Very nice :tu

How do the Habs lose to Edmonton? :confused:

[bscottskangum]

My head just about exploded when my wife said she was fine with getting the tickets.

Blue Jackets drop 3 in a row :td

[357]

Good find. I wish I could have gone to the first one in Chicago. I watched it on TV, but it must have been great to be there.

[mikethegoalie32]

Good find. I wish I could have gone to the first one in Chicago. I watched it on TV, but it must have been great to be there.

You and a million other hockey fans!

[JackSchwartz]

It was awesome! My boss gave me two tickets for Christmas.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3131/3159686133_d3d74d8bc4_b.jpg


Here's the pre-game with Tony Esposito, Denis Savard, Stan Makita and Bobby Hull. They even brought out some Cubs. On the right is Fergie Jenkins, Ryne Sandberg and Billy Williams.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3129/3160521632_c4569677af_z.jpg


Have a great time at the Winter Classic.

[357]

great pics! thanks

[JackSchwartz]

Best part of the game was Detroit getting the "W"...and warming up at the bar afterword! Go Red Wings.

[icehog3]

Best part of the game was Detroit getting the "W"...and warming up at the bar afterword! Go Red Wings.

I used to like you, Eric.



:r

[GreekGodX]

Best part of the game was Detroit getting the "W"...and warming up at the bar afterword! Go Red Wings.

Nice seeing Wings fans in Illinois :D

[icehog3]

Nice seeing Wings fans in Illinois :D

Respect your Pops! :mad:

[CRIMPS]

Stars give up just one goal and beat the Caps? (Yeah, we may have been gifted a call with 10 seconds left in the game... but don't worry about that.) Backup goalie and all? 5 game winning streak? I thought this team wouldn't even sniff 80 points this year.

I'll take it...

[jmsremax]

It's amazing what your team can do when they set up in the neutral zone and stop the "dump and chase" crap.

Having Savard back in the lineup may have boosted the team's moral a bit too :noon

[icehog3]

Mike must be happy, Niemi finally had himself a game.

[357]

Best part of the game was Detroit getting the "W"...and warming up at the bar afterword! Go Red Wings.

I agree. They really turned it on in that one. I believe it was tied at 3-3 before the Wings poured in 3 more for a 6-3 final.

[357]

Nice seeing Wings fans in Illinois :D

It seems Wings fans are everywhere. You always see a decent number in opponents arenas for the away games.

:banger

[357]

I used to like you, Eric.



:r

:r

[mikethegoalie32]

Mike must be happy, Niemi finally had himself a game.

This Mike is thrilled. A shutout for the old fantasy pool is always welcome! Hopefully he can keep this up and win over the number 1 spot. It took him a while to get going last year then he won the cup!

[JackSchwartz]

I used to like you, Eric.



:r

C'mon now, I know the Wings are #2 in your heart, icehog!

Growning up in Michigan, I hated the Blackhawks. Now that I've been in Chicago for a while I've grown to like them. Heck, I hope they win every game...except for the ones where they play the Wings.

[Sawyer]

This is a neat little site that I found a couple years ago that gives percent chance of teams that will make the playoffs. I meant to post it last year leading up to the playoffs because that is the only time it really means anything. You can choose your team from the left hand column and it will give you more information about other games and their importance to your teams playoff chances. Like I mentioned before though, doesn't mean much until later in the season when it has more data to go by.

http://www.sportsclubstats.com/hockey/Canada/NHL.html

And this is how it works:

Sports Club Stats calculates each team’s odds of making the playoffs, how each upcoming game will impact those odds, and how well they have to finish out to have a shot. It knows the season schedule and scores for past games. Each night it grabs any new scores from the internet and simulates the rest of the season by randomly picking scores for each remaining game. The weighted method takes the opponents record and home field advantage into account when randomly picking scores, so the better team is more likely to win. The 50/50 method gives each opponent an equal chance of winning each game. Both methods let an appropriate percent of games end in a tie or go into overtime in leagues where that matters. When it’s finished "playing" all the remaining games it applies the league’s tie breaking rules to see where everyone finished. It repeats this random playing out of the season million of times (try it yourself), keeping track of how many "seasons" each team finishes where. Finally it updates this page with the new results for you to read with your morning coffee.
To help flush out each team’s highest and lowest possible seeds, I force them to win or lose all their remaining games for a small percentage of the simulation runs. All the change columns are since the end of the last day that had games. Click the league (on the left) to compare all teams.

[mikethegoalie32]

This is a neat little site that I found a couple years ago that gives percent chance of teams that will make the playoffs. I meant to post it last year leading up to the playoffs because that is the only time it really means anything. You can choose your team from the left hand column and it will give you more information about other games and their importance to your teams playoff chances. Like I mentioned before though, doesn't mean much until later in the season when it has more data to go by.

http://www.sportsclubstats.com/hockey/Canada/NHL.html

And this is how it works:

seen this before too, very interesting read!

[kugie]

It's amazing what your team can do when they set up in the neutral zone and stop the "dump and chase" crap.

Having Savard back in the lineup may have boosted the team's moral a bit too :noon

I think a Healthy Krejci, Savard back and some dead weight moved out really helped out last night.

I just Hope they can keep it up for a few games and this wasn't a one hit wonder for the rest of the month.
It was nice to see them beat the bag out of a team that is playing well.

[icehog3]

C'mon now, I know the Wings are #2 in your heart, icehog!

Growning up in Michigan, I hated the Blackhawks. Now that I've been in Chicago for a while I've grown to like them. Heck, I hope they win every game...except for the ones where they play the Wings.

I rooted for the Wings every year in the playoffs when the Hawks missed them...growing up in Detroit left me with some love for the Wings, Pistons and Tigers.

Hawks have a similar following around opposing rinks the last couple years.

[357]

No love for the Leos Tom?

[icehog3]

No love for the Leos Tom?

Yeah, the Lions have a little spot in my heart too, but I try to not admit it in public, Mike. :r

[357]

Yeah, the Lions have a little spot in my heart too, but I try to not admit it in public, Mike. :r

I don't blame you. It's hard to be a Lions fan. You have to have paper bags to wear for all the home games, fire Millen T-shirts, Fire Millen parades, etc... The "Lion's SuperBowl" questions start on Detroit Sports Talk radio usually by week 4 or 5.




The "Lion's SuperBowl" in other cities is also known as the NFL Draft.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Nice game for Luongo:lv

[icehog3]

Nice game for Luongo:lv

I still hate him. :2

[Partagaspete]

I still hate him. :2

And I wish we never let hm go Fing DiPi really is a never was.

Isles are an AHL team masquerading as an NHL.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

I still hate him. :2

Me too.

[mikethegoalie32]

LUONGOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOooo

[icehog3]

And I wish we never let hm go Fing DiPi really is a never was.

Isles are an AHL team masquerading as an NHL.

I am not certain he would have the same stats if he played for the Isles....just sayin'.

LUONGOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOooo

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/luongo2.jpg

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/LuongoThink.jpg

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/BigBuff.jpg

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/luongobuff.jpg

http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa73/icehog3/luongo23.jpg

[CRIMPS]

I caught the second and third period of the Blackhawks game last night. I am pretty sure they lost because Turco was wearing those stupid red goalie pads. They just don't look right IMO.

[Ahbroody]

Argggggggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh
Ashgdbbbdejahsvhssbdhrs wabdhzbswsjaNsnnzn
Friggin Sharks!

Captain Morgan is gone Tom. Still think the Hawks should have kept him and let us get your Dman.
If you face the Canucks this year it will be tougher without him, and I hate to say I don't think it will happen.

[icehog3]

Captain Morgan is gone Tom. Still think the Hawks should have kept him and let us get your Dman.
If you face the Canucks this year it will be tougher without him, and I hate to say I don't think it will happen.

I am far from convinced the Hawks will even make the playoffs at this point, Mike. :hn

I would much rather have Hjalmarsson than Niemi though.... I think both Crawford and Turco are better goalies. I am more concerned about facing the Canucks without Byfuglien. :2

[Ahbroody]

Hey I am with you brother. I don't know I will need playoff sests this year. 1/4 the way in its ugly. As for the goalies I am not a turco fan. I was refering to Buff though and without him I think the Hawks will have issues. I was saying keep Buf and let Hjalmarson go

[icehog3]

Hey I am with you brother. I don't know I will need playoff sests this year. 1/4 the way in its ugly. As for the goalies I am not a turco fan. I was refering to Buff though and without him I think the Hawks will have issues. I was saying keep Buf and let Hjalmarson go

You might be right. :)

[Eleven]

How bout them Pens :)

[bscottskangum]

How bout them Pens :)
:rolleyes:

How bout them Blue Jackets, they show potential and then...plop...:sl :td

[mikethegoalie32]

Stupid Turco pads, they need to be white, red is just stupid. Crawford will be the distinct number 1 by trade deadline for chicago, and I think thats fine. He should have been at least battling last year with Niemi, and could have beat him out IMO as well.
Jackets are one of the most confusing teams on the earth.
Pens suck
It is easy to say now that Buff was the right guy to keep, but they were looking to shed salary. However, he can play both forward and defense so thats money worth right there.
How bout that timmy thomas save on the laughs? wowzers

[icehog3]

Stupid Turco pads, they need to be white, red is just stupid. Crawford will be the distinct number 1 by trade deadline for chicago, and I think thats fine. He should have been at least battling last year with Niemi, and could have beat him out IMO as well.


Maybe so, Mike....but Niemi got us the Stanley Cup, so us Hawks fans are just fine with how it worked out. ;) :r

[357]

Wings vs Sharks tonight on Versus. I hate their coverage. Yahoo sports shows it on VS & TSN2, maybe if I'm lucky CBC will have it.

[icehog3]

Wings vs Sharks tonight on Versus. I hate their coverage. Yahoo sports shows it on VS & TSN2, maybe if I'm lucky CBC will have it.

I know the feeling, I would much rather watch the Wings or the Sharks crew call the game. I hate it when the Hawks have a game exclusively on Versus...although less though than last year when DirectV didn't carry Versus. :r

[Sled Dog]

:rolleyes:

How bout them Blue Jackets, they show potential and then...plop...:sl :td

Haven't seen a beating like the one Kaleta put on Dorsett in a while.... at least not from the Sabres

[icehog3]

Haven't seen a beating like the one Kaleta put on Dorsett in a while.... at least not from the Sabres

Wow! Good scrap!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-j25y0Mkxk

[357]

Wow! Good scrap!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6-j25y0Mkxk

Thanks for the link Tom. That was a good fight. Dorsett got in the first few punches, but after that is was all Kaleta.

[Ahbroody]

I remember watching that on NHL network with the wife. She even said damn! Talk about firing up the chainsaw.

[mikethegoalie32]

It is amazing how some announcers on their own can simply ruin a solid game.

[icehog3]

It is amazing how some announcers on their own can simply ruin a solid game.

I really like both the Wings' and the Sharks' TV broadcast teams.

That Wings radio play by play guy is another story though....Sounds like the Snuggle fabric softener bear when the Wings score. :r

[mikethegoalie32]

hahahaha,
My dad is a grumpy guy when it comes to announcers. Many a times he will be heard yelling at them when they get names or calls wrong. It makes the game that much more interesting at my house.

[357]

I really like both the Wings' and the Sharks' TV broadcast teams.

That Wings radio play by play guy is another story though....Sounds like the Snuggle fabric softener bear when the Wings score. :r

LOL, Paul Woods & Ken Kal.

Funny thing is on local radio, Mickey Redmond (TV color man for most Wing's games) gets more flak for being a homer.

[Ahbroody]

I ain't saying the wings guys are epic homers, but uh I don't know to many announcers that can compare. I guess when your used to hoisting the cup the people expect a rosey picture.

I think Wings fans will be happy again tonight though regardless of the announcers.

[mikethegoalie32]

There is no doubt Ken Holland is pure genius, his wings since who knows when will be the closest thing we will ever get to a dynasty team again.

[Ahbroody]

Hey what do you know the good guys won one. :r
Didnt see the game was at the rink with the little man.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Hey what do you know the good guys won one. :r
Didnt see the game was at the rink with the little man.

I watched the recap on NHL on the fly and the Sharks looked good. Niemi had some big saves too.

[icehog3]

Hey what do you know the good guys won one. :r
Didnt see the game was at the rink with the little man.

I watched the game on TiVo after my game....Niemi kept them in it in the 1st, and SJ dominated the rest of the way.

By the by, my team is hotter than any NHL team, 10-1-1 in our last 12. :)

[Ahbroody]

You should be getting that call up any time now.

[icehog3]

You should be getting that call up any time now.

I am wearing my skates 24/7 now.

[Ahbroody]

Just spit my soda out a little on that one. :r

[GreekGodX]

I watched the recap on NHL on the fly and the Sharks looked good. Niemi had some big saves too.

Niemi played a great game. Wings couldn't keep up the pace. I thought the Wings dominated the 1st period and after that it looked like they put cement in their skates. All while the Sharks kept playing at a high pace. The Heatly to Thorton goal was very nice.

[stevefrench]

How about those HABS? :D

[icehog3]

How about those HABS? :D

Looks like the made the right choice for themselves in the Price / Halak situation. :tu

[mikethegoalie32]

Price just needs no competition, if he has a solid backup it will get to his head that he will lose the job, its been like that his whole career even non-nhl.

[357]

Niemi played a great game. Wings couldn't keep up the pace. I thought the Wings dominated the 1st period and after that it looked like they put cement in their skates. All while the Sharks kept playing at a high pace. The Heatly to Thorton goal was very nice.

I only caught the third period and it wasn't pretty. SJ was getting 2/3 of the loose pucks. Not what I'm used to seeing out of the Wings this season. Babcock said it best (paraphrased), "We got out worked in the 2nd and 3rd.".

[icehog3]

Hawks face one of the hottest teams in the West tonight without Kane and Hossa. Coach Q changed his mind and will start Crawford instead of starting Turco against his old mates. I hope Corey is ready tonight.

[Ahbroody]

Good luck Tom.
The Sharks get the Flyers and a chance to break their win one loose one trend. Not feeling confident

[icehog3]

Good luck Tom.
The Sharks get the Flyers and a chance to break their win one loose one trend. Not feeling confident

At least Niemi is starting to find his form, now you need some healthy D, Mike.

[357]

LOL, Paul Woods & Ken Kal.

Funny thing is on local radio, Mickey Redmond (TV color man for most Wing's games) gets more flak for being a homer.

BTW, I love the Wings announcers. All local announcers are homers to an extent, but Mickey really knows his stuff. Very down to earth and full of unique Canadian/Michigan vernacular. Ken Daniels & Mickey Redmond are my favorite. I wish they could do all the Wings games, especially when we have to suffer through some of the national guys when it comes playoff time.

[icehog3]

I like Mickey too, Mike. I don't mind color guys being "homers", for goodness sake, that's "his" team. :tu

Ken is fine ...except when the Wings score a goal.....that girlish "he scores" makes me cringe. :r

http://www.in.com/videos/watchvideo-voices-ken-kal-segment-4-6689859.html 5:02 and 5:43 of the video.

[Ahbroody]

Its funny our local guys are not that bad on the radio. They often call players out. Point out errors and will often comment if a player got away with something. I prefer that. I am just not a fan of the rah rah guys.

[icehog3]

Its funny our local guys are not that bad on the radio. They often call players out. Point out errors and will often comment if a player got away with something. I prefer that. I am just not a fan of the rah rah guys.

Hawks radio guys are pretty much the same, although the color guy (Troy Murray) will get indignant from time to time if there is an obvious bad call against the Hawks.

[mikethegoalie32]

In ottawa we need announcers at the actual game broadcasted over arena speakers, otherwise there is no noise at the games!

[icehog3]

In ottawa we need announcers at the actual game broadcasted over arena speakers, otherwise there is no noise at the games!

You guys need a goalie, Elliott ain't cutting it. And get Spezza some goals, he is on one of my fantasy teams! :r

[icehog3]

The "code", a little respect. :)

Ott slips, and Dowell waits for him to get up. Respect.

At the end, Ott gives Dowell a big pat on the helmet. Respect.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3b2FbdGIPE

[kugie]

The "code", a little respect. :)

Ott slips, and Dowell waits for him to get up. Respect.

At the end, Ott gives Dowell a big pat on the helmet. Respect.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o3b2FbdGIPE

Good to see some class in a fight.:tu

[mikethegoalie32]

Not enough of that, in the old days after every solid fight there would be a props or something, class has left hockey and it sucks, so its nice to see this every now and then.

Elliott I cannot stand, ever, I am no a sens fan but know two things 1) Murray has to go, 2) Clousten needs to stay.

[Prefy]

Not enough of that, in the old days after every solid fight there would be a props or something, class has left hockey and it sucks, so its nice to see this every now and then.


I don't think it's safe to say the class has left hockey as 95% of the guys playing are classy, it's the 5% that paint a bad picture for everyone.

Not NHL but all three of the IceHogs 19 year olds have been summoned to their countries World Junior Selection camp. Brandon Pirri will be headed up to Toronto this weekend to join Team Canada and Nick Leddy and Jeremy Morin (Unless the Hawks keep him) will report to the US camp next week.

I had about a 15 minute conversation with Pirri the other day about representing Canada and how cool it is. I wrote about it over at my BLOG (http://themanadvantageblog.com/teams/rockford-icehogs/brandon-pirri-excited-opportunity-represent-canada-2011-world-junior-championship/). I also talked to Morin about scoring his first NHL goal at the UC.

[mikethegoalie32]

I don't think it's safe to say the class has left hockey as 95% of the guys playing are classy, it's the 5% that paint a bad picture for everyone.

Not NHL but all three of the IceHogs 19 year olds have been summoned to their countries World Junior Selection camp. Brandon Pirri will be headed up to Toronto this weekend to join Team Canada and Nick Leddy and Jeremy Morin (Unless the Hawks keep him) will report to the US camp next week.

I had about a 15 minute conversation with Pirri the other day about representing Canada and how cool it is. I wrote about it over at my BLOG (http://themanadvantageblog.com/teams/rockford-icehogs/brandon-pirri-excited-opportunity-represent-canada-2011-world-junior-championship/). I also talked to Morin about scoring his first NHL goal at the UC.

Fantastic! Always makes hockey that more fun to watch when you got a connection. A friend of mines daughters play for Syracuse and one is in good standing with the ladies national canadian team.

And fair enough, but you do see a lot more people scrapping and showing off after the scrap rather than a direct skate to the box. Showing up someone else is becoming more and more common.

[icehog3]

I would hate to deny Morin the chance to play again in the World Juniors, but if both Hossa and Kane remain on the injured list, I don't know if the Hawks can afford to let him go. :2

[Prefy]

Fantastic! Always makes hockey that more fun to watch when you got a connection. A friend of mines daughters play for Syracuse and one is in good standing with the ladies national canadian team.


It's pretty cool when you work with the guys and get to know them, especially when their are big events in their careers.

Rob Klinkhammer was all smiles in the locker room when he heard the news that he got the call up the Hawks.

I would hate to deny Morin the chance to play again in the World Juniors, but if both Hossa and Kane remain on the injured list, I don't know if the Hawks can afford to let him go. :2

Forsure it's tough for Moe too, he'd love to play for his country but also wants to play in the NHL. With Hossa and Kane out it's a great opportunity for him to show what he has.

[icehog3]

It's pretty cool when you work with the guys and get to know them, especially when their are big events in their careers.

Rob Klinkhammer was all smiles in the locker room when he heard the news that he got the call up the Hawks.



Forsure it's tough for Moe too, he'd love to play for his country but also wants to play in the NHL. With Hossa and Kane out it's a great opportunity for him to show what he has.

So far I really like what I see of Morin with the big club, Matt, think he is going to be a star.

Klink (Eddie O is calling him "The Colonel", LOL) apparently was picking up his parents at the airport the day he was called up.....nice suprise for them too, getting to see his first NHL game. He didn't look out of place, maybe a bit tenative, but I was happy for them both...his first game, JM's first goal.

[Prefy]

So far I really like what I see of Morin with the big club, Matt, think he is going to be a star.

Klink (Eddie O is calling him "The Colonel", LOL) apparently was picking up his parents at the airport the day he was called up.....nice suprise for them too, getting to see his first NHL game. He didn't look out of place, maybe a bit tenative, but I was happy for them both...his first game, JM's first goal.


I agree on the Morin assessment, can put the puck in the net but isn't afraid to get dirty.

Klink has likely been one of the most consistent players with the IceHogs (When he has been healthy) so far this season. He's a hard worker that gives it 110% every night. Great to see an undrafted guy get a shot in the bigs.

[mikethegoalie32]

Love those stories, the undrafted work your ass off player

[icehog3]

Check this out. :r



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3vG3ZTxQ68

[Prefy]

Check this out. :r



http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H3vG3ZTxQ68

That is just cheeky :r

Another good one from a young kid
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gp-_EMso6Q0

[Ahbroody]

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

Roller guy but Itan Chivara has some of the sickest moves you will ever see. He has played some ice.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dXLORDiCPbM&feature=related
212 of this video he pulls a hansey and it starts a fight. If you watch his vids those he has some sick skills. A lot of roller dudes can dangl like crazy.

[icehog3]

Good luck tonight, Mike.




Well, not really....but I do like you. :r

[Ahbroody]

My Saturday night will be spent at work.
My day is already complete micah kept his goal streak alive for the 4th game converting a penalty shot. Kid tripped him from behind on a break away.


Oooh and good luck to you sir. I am hoping to watch some of it on my phone

[icehog3]

My Saturday night will be spent at work.
My day is already complete micah kept his goal streak alive for the 4th game converting a penalty shot. Kid tripped him from behind on a break away.


Oooh and good luck to you sir. I am hoping to watch some of it on my phone

Sorry you don't get to watch it, but a big congrats to Micah! :tu

[icehog3]

The West is winning almost all the East-West matchups today...not helping my Hawks pick up ground in the playoff hunt. :mad:

Hopefully they can get 2 points in SJ tonight (sorry Mike). :)

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

It's been a good game so far. Big saves on both ends.

[icehog3]

It's been a good game so far. Big saves on both ends.

We needs a goal.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

We needs a goal.

Yeah we do. Should be 2-1, but what can ya do;)

[icehog3]

Yeah we do. Should be 2-1, but what can ya do;)

Yeah, it will suck if we lose by one or go to O.T.


How about John Scott with the GWG? :r

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Yeah, it will suck if we lose by one or go to O.T.


How about John Scott with the GWG? :r

I would love that! Big John can play. I'll go with Stalberg:D

[icehog3]

I would love that! Big John can play. I'll go with Stalberg:D

Big John won't get much ice time in the 3rd....I will go with Sharpie for real. :wo

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Big John won't get much ice time in the 3rd....I will go with Sharpie for real. :wo

Let's hope Crawford can keep us in it.

[Ahbroody]

And boom goes the dynomite!
Good game to the Hawks.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Sharks win....

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

And boom goes the dynomite!
Good game to the Hawks.

Hard fought game on both ends.

[icehog3]

Big game for Clowe....and nice games by both Niemi and Corey. Congrats, Mike. :ih

[Ahbroody]

That was an awesome game. Even on the radio it came through as just an awesome display of hockey. Sharks definitely had the puck luck tonight. That clowe line is playing well and carrying the team. Stars in town on Monday. Going to be a tough five games.

[icehog3]

That was an awesome game. Even on the radio it came through as just an awesome display of hockey. Sharks definitely had the puck luck tonight. That clowe line is playing well and carrying the team. Stars in town on Monday. Going to be a tough five games.

Quick whistle by the ref (I am sure you will see the replay) in the 2nd or it never would have gone to OT. :hn

[GHC_Hambone]

Anyone seen this yet? Pretty funny stuff.

http://video.nhl.com/videocenter/console?catid=35&id=87205

[Mr B]

Anyone seen this yet? Pretty funny stuff.

http://video.nhl.com/videocenter/console?catid=35&id=87205


Thats awesome. Too funny

[icehog3]

Saw the game, crazy!

[VirtualSmitty]

The Devils have been a real joy to watch :td

[Eleven]

And boom goes the dynomite!

Reminds me of this. (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W45DRy7M1no)

[icehog3]

Brutal defense in the first in Colorado leaving Craig and Turco to the wolves. 3-3. Ugh.

[ChicagoWhiteSox]

Not a very good first period. Got to step up on D.

[icehog3]

Hawks were up 5-4 with 3 minutes left when I got on the ice for my game. WTF??? :mad:

[mikethegoalie32]

Couldnt have asked for a more entertaining game for my two fav teams lol. Turco just lost number 1 for sure.

[icehog3]

Couldnt have asked for a more entertaining game for my two fav teams lol. Turco just lost number 1 for sure.

Crawford had started 8 of the last 10, Mike, so I think that was already a done deal, at least for the short term. :)

[mikethegoalie32]

Crawford had started 8 of the last 10, Mike, so I think that was already a done deal, at least for the short term. :)

Yea, but now confirmed, thank god I picked him up off of FA a month ago and road him home!

[GreekGodX]

Wings got rocked last night 5-0. Quick played amazing. Howard had a bad game and the D let too many second chances.

Looks like Nabakov is coming back from KHL if he can land a job somewhere.

[icehog3]

Wings got rocked last night 5-0. Quick played amazing. Howard had a bad game and the D let too many second chances.

Looks like Nabakov is coming back from KHL if he can land a job somewhere.

He most certainly will, there are a few teams out there that need some help.

[GreekGodX]

He most certainly will, there are a few teams out there that need some help.

I agree.. I believe Washington and Tampa Bay were 2 places that were mentioned in the article. Although he wasn't that spectacular in KHL 3.02 GAA and .888 save percentage. Regardless he should at minimum be brought in as a backup somewhere.

[icehog3]

Tampa Bay should snap him up tomorrow, their goalies both suck.

[Prefy]

Tampa Bay should snap him up tomorrow, their goalies both suck.

Ain't that the truth. I heard some rumblings that the Bolts might be interested in Corey Schneider.

[E.J.]

Didn't see the game, was at the High School game....but looks like it would have been fun. Avs win their 4th straight...

(Spartans won as well:tu)