BrySmalls Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Currently the Caps are up 4-0 on the Panthers in the second period (though I'm not bragging entirely at the current result as they can change instantaneously as we've all seen in this thread). Since Ovechkin's game misconduct, they have been rather efficient in all facets of the game. Then again, the opposition has been the Carolina Hurricanes and the Florida Panthers. A more accurate assessment on how the team can perform without the Great Eight occurs on Saturday against the Philadelphia Flyers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neon_Matrix Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 They have a deep farm system so that they can replace their roleplayers? It's not as if they can't afford to say goodbye to a Cam Barker or an Andrew Ladd. There's talent in the wings. Ascertaining that your best players aren't going anywhere isn't poor management, but keep lobbing those stones from the glasshouse on Lake Ontario.I never said or implied that it was 'poor management'. All I'm saying is that we have seen what happens to teams that lock up too much money into a few players and how their depth suffered (Ottawa is the perfect example). And we aren't a 'glasshouse', if anything we're the most impenetrable fortress in the NHL because we've never come close to going bankrupt or struggled to attract fans unlike most teams (Chicago until a few years ago, cough cough). Although, this status also keeps many fans away from our games because they can't afford to attend games... Because Korbyn Is Colour Blind, My Signature Is Now Idiot Proof - Thanks Again Braden!!Go Leafs Go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The_Admiral Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 And we aren't a 'glasshouse', if anything we're the most impenetrable fortress in the NHL because we've never come close to going bankrupt or struggled to attract fans unlike most teams (Chicago until a few years ago, cough cough). Although, this status also keeps many fans away from our games because they can't afford to attend games...Oh, for Christ's sake, I deal with enough misplaced chest-thumping about profitability from my fellow Cubs fans, and more than enough hemming and hawwing about why fans don't come from Sox fans. I never thought I'd have to see the two synthesized. I've learned the hard way that nobody throws a parade for bookkeeping. Your fortress is impenetrable but your crease is a sieve. ♫ oh yeah, board goes on, long after the thrill of postin' is gone ♫ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shane Does Art Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Yikes... It's a sad day when you realize your team needs to start over. It's an even sadder day when you realize it took you so long to realize it. Hi, how are you? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sport Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 I went tonight's Blue Jackets game on a whim. Bad Idea. They played Toronto and looked like ass. It got as bad as 6-1 before ending at 6-3. The only fun part was being able to talk hockey with some of the leafs fans around my section who had traveled from Ontario to see the game. This team is slumping and they need to figure it out before it gets worse. The defense, basically the same unit as last year, seems to lack focus. Steve Mason is learning what a sophomore slump is. He was pulled again tonight. They can't score even strength and the whole team hasn't played a complete game all season. I figured Toronto would be a good bet for getting to watch a W if not a close competitive game, but NO. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Still MIGHTY Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Corey Perry's 19-game point streak was finally snapped tonight in the Ducks' 3-1 loss to the Stars. | ANA | LAA | LAR | LAL | ASU | CSULB | USMNT | USWNT | LAFC | OCSC | MAN UTD | Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neon_Matrix Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 And we aren't a 'glasshouse', if anything we're the most impenetrable fortress in the NHL because we've never come close to going bankrupt or struggled to attract fans unlike most teams (Chicago until a few years ago, cough cough). Although, this status also keeps many fans away from our games because they can't afford to attend games...Oh, for Christ's sake, I deal with enough misplaced chest-thumping about profitability from my fellow Cubs fans, and more than enough hemming and hawwing about why fans don't come from Sox fans. I never thought I'd have to see the two synthesized. I've learned the hard way that nobody throws a parade for bookkeeping. Your fortress is impenetrable but your crease is a sieve.And that's why we're 5-3-2 in our last 10 and 6 points behind the Islanders for 8th spot. You need to attempt to use your imagination to come up with something new because your insults are just about as old as Chicago's Cup drought. Yea, our goaltending mostly sucks but it has been improving steadily along with our defence. Because Korbyn Is Colour Blind, My Signature Is Now Idiot Proof - Thanks Again Braden!!Go Leafs Go! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZapRowsdower8 Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Pens are getting healthy and are back on a roll. Crosby with 11 points in the last 3 games. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STL_Ian Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Last night's Blues/Sharks match-up played out a lot like their miracle win in Boston last year. It was one of those nights where the officiating was gross & yet the Blues never quit & pulled out a win. If they had the same hunger they showed last night for every game this season, their record would be a lot better than it is. Maybe they'll get on a tear just like after the afore mentioned Bruins game. One question to anyone from L.A.--why is Saturday's game in the afternoon? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Breakwood Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Happy 100th Birthday to the Montreal Canadiens! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceCap Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Happy 100th Birthday to the Montreal Canadiens!Congratulations on 100 years of excellence. PotD 26/2/12 1/7/15 2020 BASS Spin the Wheel, Make the Deal Regular Season Champion 2021 BASS NFL Pick'em Regular Season Champion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crashcarson15 Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 I went tonight's Blue Jackets game on a whim. Bad Idea. They played Toronto and looked like ass. It got as bad as 6-1 before ending at 6-3. The only fun part was being able to talk hockey with some of the leafs fans around my section who had traveled from Ontario to see the game. This team is slumping and they need to figure it out before it gets worse. The defense, basically the same unit as last year, seems to lack focus. Steve Mason is learning what a sophomore slump is. He was pulled again tonight. They can't score even strength and the whole team hasn't played a complete game all season. I figured Toronto would be a good bet for getting to watch a W if not a close competitive game, but NO.Did we still cheer for chili? For anyone that'd get this, just look to the left it's actually humorous, that is if you get it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maz Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Pens are getting healthy and are back on a roll. Crosby with 11 points in the last 3 games.My prediction of Pens and Caps in the ECF is looking better every day. Speaking of my predictions. We get a preview of my SCF prediction tomorrow night when the Pens play the Hawks. If its anything like last year's matchup, it will be a real good one. Pittsburgh Arsenal - Elite Football League (NFL) - 2006 | New Orleans JazzCats - Major League Hockey (AHL) - 2023 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Still MIGHTY Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Last night's Blues/Sharks match-up played out a lot like their miracle win in Boston last year. It was one of those nights where the officiating was gross & yet the Blues never quit & pulled out a win. If they had the same hunger they showed last night for every game this season, their record would be a lot better than it is. Maybe they'll get on a tear just like after the afore mentioned Bruins game. One question to anyone from L.A.--why is Saturday's game in the afternoon?Clippers game that night.In the occasion that the Lakers/Clippers have a game the same day as the Kings, the Kings game is in the afternoon. I'm pretty sure it's so the ice doesnt get messed up due to the heat from the basketball game. If they had the day basketball game with the floor down and the heat in the building, the ice wouldnt be as smooth and it would take a little while to set it all up.It's just an easier arena conversion from one to the next, I beleive. | ANA | LAA | LAR | LAL | ASU | CSULB | USMNT | USWNT | LAFC | OCSC | MAN UTD | Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrySmalls Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Flyers dismiss Stevens as their coach; eyeing Laviolette. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HedleyLamarr Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 My prediction of Pens and Caps in the ECF is looking better every day.Way to step out on a limb, there..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don Posted December 4, 2009 Share Posted December 4, 2009 Last night's Blues/Sharks match-up played out a lot like their miracle win in Boston last year. It was one of those nights where the officiating was gross & yet the Blues never quit & pulled out a win. If they had the same hunger they showed last night for every game this season, their record would be a lot better than it is. Maybe they'll get on a tear just like after the afore mentioned Bruins game. One question to anyone from L.A.--why is Saturday's game in the afternoon?Clippers game that night.In the occasion that the Lakers/Clippers have a game the same day as the Kings, the Kings game is in the afternoon. I'm pretty sure it's so the ice doesnt get messed up due to the heat from the basketball game. If they had the day basketball game with the floor down and the heat in the building, the ice wouldnt be as smooth and it would take a little while to set it all up.It's just an easier arena conversion from one to the next, I beleive.better than Verizon Center that schedules Georgetown basketball games at 1 on saturday then a Caps game at 7 that night. makes for awful ice conditions and (right now) the Caps have 0 control over it. Itll change once the sale of the VC and the Wizards happens to Ted. No more afternoon basketball games then night hockey games. Woo hoo! "I don't understand where you got this idea so deeply ingrained in your head (that this world) is something that you must impress, cause I couldn't care less"http://keepdcunited.org Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigEd76 Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 Flyers dismiss Stevens as their coach; eyeing Laviolette.done deal....press conference in 20 minutes Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IceCap Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 It looks like the Habs are having a great anniversary game. Boston's getting shellacked. PotD 26/2/12 1/7/15 2020 BASS Spin the Wheel, Make the Deal Regular Season Champion 2021 BASS NFL Pick'em Regular Season Champion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brass Posted December 5, 2009 Share Posted December 5, 2009 It's apparent that the Bruins have given up, even though there is still 9 minutes to play. This is why I can't wait for college hockey to start.... On 4/10/2017 at 3:05 PM, Rollins Man said: what the hell is ccslc? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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