~~~~HOCKEY PLAYOFFS CENTRAL~~~~

[blankpage]

Originally posted by bob
That's right, sucker!!

Me and blankpage don't know what it's like to get kicked....out....in....the......first....round.


:( :( :(

Kicked.....out....in...first....round.


Those words are new to I.



Swept....by.....Mighty.....Ducks......

Oh wait! I'm not Screamer! :D :p

[Benny]

Two friends and I stayed up to watch that incredbile Dallas-Anaheim game a few nights ago. We got to the end of the 4th OT, but it was 1:00am and we had to get up at 7:30am the next day so we went to sleep. Turns out they scored the winning goal a minute into the 5th OT. :(

GO FLYERS!

[Indiana Sev]

SENS WIN!

Phew....huge win for Ottawa who would've been in a pickle had they lost tonight with one more game left in Philly.

[horrorfreak13]

18-13 :confused:

Those were the shots in last night Cunucks-Wild game man thank god I got the Sens-Flyers game from what I heard it wasn't great hockey

CBC did repeat the game at 10:30-11:00 somewhere around there but I was already watching post-game wrap up from the Sens game.

There was an artivle in a Denver newspaper(forget which one) that sais that Patrick Roy's former coach Jacques Demares said that Roy could be leaning up towards retirement. I still think he has one more good year left in him, but if he goes then he will leave beyond a doubt the best goalie ever.

He has every goaltending record except for most career regular season shutouts.

Abesher is a pretty good goalie and eventually deserves a chance, but they could still use another veteran presence once Roy calls it a career.

[bob]

Once Roy retires, which will probably be this offseason or next, I'm pretty sure the Avs will trade for a big gun goaltender.

[Morgana]

Well, I'll admit I'll be bummed when Roy retires. He's a bit of an institution, I'll miss his presence on the ice.

I don't know if Sev shaved his legs last time, or if it was my negativity about the Stars...but something worked, I mustn't jinx it.

C'mon you lazy lumps, don't go out in shame!

GO STARS!

[Indiana Sev]

Ugh!

Devils win again, they now lead the series 3 - 1 and are also leading the league as well as being the most booooring team. I didn't notice them during the regular season and I could care less now.

I just hope they don't make the finals.

YAAAAWN!

P.S. Can anybody tell me what this icon represents---->:o ?

[The Delfonics]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev

P.S. Can anybody tell me what this icon represents---->:o ?

Sleeper?? as in the Wild....

[Indiana Sev]

What an ending to the third!

Anaheim 1
Dallas 0

Ducks lead the series 3 - 1

Sorry Morgana, the Stars are deader than disco.

Pick a bandwagon.

Greb is laughing his ass off...

[Morgana]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
Sorry Morgana, the Stars are deader than disco.

Pick a bandwagon.



What? Disco is NOT dead! But the Stars are. :)

Think I'll stay on the Ducks bandwagon...I've been sort of halfway on it already. The bonus is Greb won't be able to laugh at me. I'm more calculated than he will ever know.

Muhahahahhahaaaaah!



;)

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by Morgana
What? Disco is NOT dead! But the Stars are. :)

Think I'll stay on the Ducks bandwagon...I've been sort of halfway on it already. The bonus is Greb won't be able to laugh at me. I'm more calculated than he will ever know.

Muhahahahhahaaaaah!



;)

Plenty of room on our bandwagon.

3-1 Ducks. Methinks the Stars are dead. They'll win the next game, but there's no way they're going to win 3 in a row.

Minnesota-Anaheim Western Final?:D:D:D

[Rated R]

No way they'll win 3 in a row? Let's take a look at this year's playoffs shall we? Canucks down 3-1 against St. Louis win 3 in a row and take series in 7. Same goes for the Wild over Colorado...so who's to say that they won't. I know it is unlikely, but hey, I think they can pull it off.

Don't worry Morgana, you'll be able to laugh at Grebdron soon.



http://www.sportznutz.com/nhl/mon/mcanadiens.gif


Let's go Habs! Oh wait...

Let's go SARS! I mean Stars...

[Grebdron]

Of course it's not impossible. That's why they play the games.

It just isn't going to happen. There's something in th ewater in Anaheim.:D

[blankpage]

" I'm gonna fight 'em off. A Seven Nation army couldn't hold me back."

Seems like a great line for those damn Ducks. :D


BTW, who else was as shocked as I was to see Marty B. get nominated for the Hart trophy?

:eek:




GO CANUCKS!

[bob]

Go Flyers!!!!

Yeah, the nom for Marty was out of left field, but he's probably got a good shot, if Peter and Markus split the "forward" vote.

[Slim]

I think Marty will win the Hart, why not? He had a great year.

[horrorfreak13]

Hopefuly tonight's Vancouver-Minnesota game will be better than the last snoozefest, not like the other game is much intresting either it's only the Devils winning the series over Tampa.

Here are my picks for the awards

Hart Forsberg - was Colorado's leader after Sakic got injured

Norris Macinnis - best season since his last in Calgary

Vezina Turco - really any one of the three could really win it's Turco's injury that might not win him the award

Lady Byng Mogilny - 12 penalty minutes and 79 points and should win even thought he won't be there

Selke Madden - Brodeur not the only reason New Jersey wins their defensive system works as well

Calder Jackman - Played with Macinnis and Quennville was never afraid to put him out there with other team top line players.

Adams Lemaire - A team with 1 true goal scorer and a defensive system that works.

All due resect to Brodeur he is a great goalie but Joe Thornton had 101 points(I think) and should have gotten some consideration.

[Slim]

Originally posted by SlimX
Tampa Bay Lightning @ New Jersey Devils - Devils in 5
Devils could easily pull off a sweep.


Woohoo! Right on with this prediction.

[Indiana Sev]

Devils advance.....:rolleyes:

*yaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaawn*

[arto_j]

I agree with you on the Devils, Sev...But we'll stop 'em in the conference finals :)

At least the West is interesting this year...Go Canucks!

I wonder if there's anyone out there who actually predicted that the conference finals might be between the Ducks and the Canucks...Of course nothing's solved yet, but I'd love to see that series.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by arto_j
I wonder if there's anyone out there who actually predicted that the conference finals might be between the Ducks and the Canucks...Of course nothing's solved yet, but I'd love to see that series.

So would I.

It rhymes too...Ducks-Canucks! :rolleyes:

Gimme a break it's 4 o'clock in the a.m. :D

[bob]

Too bad Jersey beat Tampa; Jersey is one of those teams who you know is good, but you just can't for the life of ya get excited for them. Their only player I really like is Brodeur.

[RicochetShaw]

yes, screw those Flyers!! Ottawa killed 'em today!

That very physical first round against Torronto really wore out Philly, now it is taking a toll on them.


Go Stars! we can still win!

[loner]

Originally posted by RicochetShaw
That very physical first round against Torronto really wore out Philly, now it is taking a toll on them.



Yes....perhaps that is true. The Flyers played like shit today, especially on the power play. And I don't think they can win 2 in a row against Ottawa now. But we'll see how they bounce back and play on Monday. Cechmanek usually plays very well in the game following a bad loss.

[arto_j]

GO SENS

One more win, and it's in the bag, and then we're off to kicking some Devil arse...

Too bad the Ducks couldn't finish off the series yet...If they don't win game 6 they're in some serious trouble, because I think if it goes to game 7 the Stars will almost surely win. Hopefully we'll see some fresh faces in the Finals this year, it looks good so far. :)

[Morgana]

Yeah, as much as I like the Stars, I wouldn't mind seeing the Ducks in the finals too much. It's nice to have a change of guard once in a while. And I always like a Cinderella story. I think the Stars finally got pissed enough and started playing yesterday, and the Ducks were off their game. But I think the Ducks can wrap it up in the next game if they put their minds to it.

Glad to see the Sens are up in their series. Go Sens!

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by Morgana
Yeah, as much as I like the Stars, I wouldn't mind seeing the Ducks in the finals too much.

I can't believe you've gotten off their bandwagon already! :confused:

Your boys aren't even eliminated yet. You HAVE to always stand by your team; at least 'til they're officially out. I sort of understand though, I'm liking the Ducks run myself.

P.S. Is it just me or is the disco chick on your avatar moving her booty faster, now?

[Morgana]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
I can't believe you've gotten off their bandwagon already! :confused:

Your boys aren't even eliminated yet. You HAVE to always stand by your team; at least 'til they're officially out. I sort of understand though, I'm liking the Ducks run myself.

P.S. Is it just me or is the disco chick on your avatar moving her booty faster, now?

I'm doing a very delicate balancing act here. I don't want to leave my team behind, yet I'm liking the Ducks too. I'm just hopelessly torn. :(

And yes, the chick on my avatar is moving her booty faster. For entertainment purposes, naturally. lol

[horrorfreak13]

Well lets hope the Cunucks end Minnesota tonight or they will be in trouble because they don't want to let them back in the series and any Colorado fan knows that.

I picked Phily to win over Ottawa in that series in 7 but, I'm very concerned that Phily will lose to Ottawa even though Checkmanek has bounced back after a loss, but they are really missing Desjardans and it showed on Saturday.

I think Gigure will bounce back but, if Anaheim dosen't finish of Dallas tonight they will be done in game 7 even though I did pick Anaheim in 7.

[bob]

Originally posted by horrorfreak13
Well lets hope the Cunucks end Minnesota tonight or they will be in trouble because they don't want to let them back in the series and any Colorado fan knows that.


Yes, the one Colorado fan on this board is well aware of that....:(

[Indiana Sev]

Holy shootout, Batman, the Flyers are getting spanked!

[RicochetShaw]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
Holy shootout, Batman, the Flyers are getting spanked!


I am rejoicing! In your face Roenick! Now i just want those pesky devils to go....not so much that i dislike them.... i just want an easier opponent if dallas goes to the finals.....and im quite partial to the Sens.

[Indiana Sev]

http://www.simplyunique.ca/awaylogo1.gif


VS.


http://www.starstruck.com/officiallogo/NHLNJD.jpg



Well, it won't be the most exciting series, that's for sure.:(

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by RicochetShaw
i just want an easier opponent if dallas goes to the finals.....

Dallas is going straight to the golf course.

Foooooooooooooooooore!

[Morgana]

LOL...Good one, Sev.

Yes, Dallas is retiring for the season, and I'm joining the losers party...screamer, bob...here I come. :)

Actually, I can jump on the Ducks bandwagon with both legs now and not feel guilty for wishing them well. I still think they'll be the Western Conference champs.

Go Ducks!

And while I'm at it...

Go Sens!

[screamer581]

Originally posted by Morgana
LOL...Good one, Sev.

Yes, Dallas is retiring for the season, and I'm joining the losers party...screamer, bob...here I come. :)




*Hugs Morgana* Now, doesn't this feel better than being one of those "winners"....who wants to be one of those anyways? :)

[Indiana Sev]

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:D

[arto_j]

Again, GO SENS!

Well, I appear to be one of the few people here whose "original" team is still in the game...And that makes me special. :)

Now that them silly Flyers are out of the way, it'll be a tough series against the most-boring-team-ever Devils. But the Sens will pull through. Could be a 7 game series, even.

Oh, and go Ducks! This is an excellent year for the playoffs, so many surprises sure keeps in interesting...or does it? I don't know.

I just realized...If the Canucks win game 6, there'll be 2 Canadian teams with a chance for the Finals. I just thought that's interesting...No? Well, I just thought it might be.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by arto_j
I just realized...If the Canucks win game 6, there'll be 2 Canadian teams with a chance for the Finals. I just thought that's interesting...No? Well, I just thought it might be.

It's interesting for us Canadian schmoes; blankpage, SlimX, Rated R, horrorfreak13, etc....

[blankpage]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
It's interesting for us Canadian schmoes; blankpage, SlimX, Rated R, horrorfreak13, etc....

Indeed it is interesting. Although, Vancouver needs to come back after that 7-2 "thing" that happened last night.

Well, Flyers got their ass kicked. Roman played, ummm, BAD. Honestly, folks, who lets Martin Havlat go right around you when trying to save the puck? :D

But it was good to see Ottawa win. Go for the city.

I said it before and I'll say it again.....

Those Ducks, man......those Ducks.

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by screamer581
*Hugs Morgana* Now, doesn't this feel better than being one of those "winners"....who wants to be one of those anyways? :)


I do, I do. I want to be one of those winners. Oh, wait. I am.:D:D:D

Originally posted by RicochetShaw
....not so much that i dislike them.... i just want an easier opponent if dallas goes to the finals.....

I'll spare you the indignity of responding.;)

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by Morgana
Actually, I can jump on the Ducks bandwagon with both legs now and not feel guilty for wishing them well. I still think they'll be the Western Conference champs.

Plenty of room. Welcome aboard!!!

[Rated R]

Well...ok...I will jump bandwagons...back to my home country to support...VANCOUVER! Huzzah!


I do however hope that New Jersey defeats Ottawa

[Haddonfield]

I have to say Im not a big fan on how this playoff season has gone down. Sure my B's never had a shot against the trap but thats alright, even the other series' seem less intense, maybe its just me. And Im all in favor of a cinderalla team but two of them? in the west? could meet up? how exciting would a Wild/Ducks conference finals be? about as fun as watching grass grow...and im sure bettman feels the same way...of course I can Vancouver winning the west and flip a coin in the Sens/Devs series. WOuldnt mind seeing Pat Burns get his cup but I also cant stand watching them play. Like I said before its fine my B's are gone but damn could they at least played a team that would have been exciting to watch?!?! ok, rant over....:)

[RicochetShaw]

........:)

[bob]

Well, me, screamer, and Morgana don't really have much to be sour about, our teams have won 6 Stanley Cups in the last 7 years (yes, I DID need to remind you).

Oh well, my team I was going for is gone. To be fair, Ottawa played a much better series, and deserved the win. Looks like I need a new bandwagon.

I've grown to love those pesky Ducks, so I guess my bandwagon is between the ducks and the canucks.

I'll call them the Ducks. Hmm....

I got it! The Can...ucks. Hmm....

[Slim]

Well, it seems my support for a particular team is a bad omen in the playoffs. First the Leafs, then the Flyers. Now that I am aware of my special powers, I must use them for good, not evil. Who should I support next? How about...

GO SENS GO!

http://www.planetsmilies.com/smilies/evilgrin/evilgrin07.gif

[horrorfreak13]

Vancouver can advance to the conference finals tonight and we'll have 2 canadian teams in the final 4 since 1994 when it was the Canucks and my Leafs. Lets hope they don't blow it tonight.

Here is a interesting fact last Friday's Minnesots-Canucks game got a 1.1 rating in the U.S. and got a 1.9 rating in Canada and the U.S. has 220 million more people how about that.

Speaking of facts the Ducks are the 2nd team to knock of the top two seeds in the playoffs. The other one the 96 Panthers.

Even thought I hate Ottawa I'll admit that Ottawa has a good team and a great shot at Cup finals it will be interesting because Ottawa hasn't faced a good goalie yet in the playoffs and the Devils haven't faced a team with at least more than 1 or 2 scoring lines.

Just a thought for Flyers fans Bobby Clarke should he get another goalie and get rid of Checkmanek, or maybe Clarke should go.

Go Canucks

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by horrorfreak13
Here is a interesting fact last Friday's Minnesots-Canucks game got a 1.1 rating in the U.S. and got a 1.9 rating in Canada and the U.S. has 220 million more people how about that.

I'm not sure, but I don't think that translates to real numbers. I think more actual people watched it in the US. Isn't the rating a percentage?

Also, that game involved a very small American market team, and a Canadian team. So obviously there would be more interest in Canada.

[horrorfreak13]

Originally posted by Grebdron
I'm not sure, but I don't think that translates to real numbers. I think more actual people watched it in the US. Isn't the rating a percentage?

Also, that game involved a very small American market team, and a Canadian team. So obviously there would be more interest in Canada.

All this is from what I heard on T.V. From what I heard rating on ESPN and ABC are really down(I think it's 27%, but I'm not sure), but that could be because of the teams that are left and that is not ggod news for the NHL since the broadcasting deal i the U.S. expires after this year, and plus supossed "Armageddon" coming after 2004 it will probably be hard to negotiate a T.V. deal in the U.S. around the same time with a new CBA the year after.

[outsyder]

Hey, what's with all the sens bashing?

They are a damn fine team, and have what it takes to bring the cup back home. I do enough defending on the sens forum, which is always a warzone.

GO SENS GO!

sens in six

PS: thanks to all those supporting the team. May we have an all Canadian final.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by outsyder
Hey, what's with all the sens bashing?



It's mostly from bitter Leafs, Wings, Aves and Stars fans. I was going for the Leafs myself but I'm enjoying the Senators run right now.

[Indiana Sev]

Anyone have any theories on what's happening to the Canucks?

http://tsn.ca/photo_gallery/images/07-MAY-03_20030507/5_1464.jpg




Yeah, that's right, Cloutier; the pucks behind you...AGAIN!:D

[Slim]

Who's the real Cinderella team? The Wild or the Ducks. The defensive-minded Minnesota Wild have scored 12 goals in the last two games! Unbelievable!

[Indiana Sev]

The Ducks!

They've only lost 2 games so far, swept the defending Stanley Cup Champions and beat the second best team in the NHL this year.

Ducks...no doubt. I'm impressed!

[arto_j]

Is it the Wild's strategy to be down 3-1 at first, so they can cunningly kick some ass and move to the next round? If so, it seems to be working rather well right now.

And I agree with Sev, I think the Ducks are the real cinderella story, no one believed in them before the playoffs, and there they go, sweeping the Wings and not giving the Stars much of a chance...Not that I would've predicted the Wild's advance either.

Off topic again...The Swedes bitch-slapped Finland big time last night in the World Championship quarter finals...We lost 5-6, after leading 5-1 in the second period. :(

Only the fuckin' Swedes could pull that kinda stunt off.

And Wild.

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
The Ducks!

They've only lost 2 games so far, swept the defending Stanley Cup Champions and beat the second best team in the NHL this year.

Ducks...no doubt. I'm impressed!

I think I heard the Ducks are only the second team to beat the 1 and 2 seeds in the playoffs. We are the Cinderella team.:D

[horrorfreak13]

I think either team Minnesota or Anaheim could make a case for a cinderella team.

Tonight Vancouver better get their act together like NOW

The news for Leaf fans gets worse Svehla appearently has announced his retirement after 9 seasons in the NHL a big blow to a Leafs defence now the value of Glen Wesley goes up.

[Clarkey07]

Hey... does anyone remember the Carolina Hurricanes last year?

I think the same will happen to the Ducks.... even though I would like to see them win.

Carolina - in 2002
Ducks - ???? in 2003 ?????

[Indiana Sev]

:( :( :( :(

I'm out of bandwagons....

I'm standing alone in the middle of the ice in an empty arena.

I don't know what to do?

Also I'm tied in last in my hockey playoff pool...

(-50$ in my bank account)









:(

[Grebdron]

Angels/Twins in the World Series.

Lakers/T-Wolves in the playoffs.

Ducks/Wild in the Western Conference Finals.


What is it with SoCal vs. Minnesota?

Something in the water.

[horrorfreak13]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
:( :( :( :(

I'm out of bandwagons....

I'm standing alone in the middle of the ice in an empty arena.

I don't know what to do?

Also I'm tied in last in my hockey playoff pool...

(-50$ in my bank account)

:(

You're not the only one who is out of bandwagons. Lets just pray we don't see s Devils-Wild final all due respect to the two teams I really don't want to see the trap vs the trap.

My third round predictions since I got Anaheim and New Jersey right making me 7-5 this year.

Ottawa over New Jersey in 7 - Even thought I can't stand Ottawa I think they will win this series because instead of 1 line New Jersey has to contain 3 or 4 and Ottawa is quicker than the two teams New Jersey has played.

Anaheim over Minnesota in 7 - Cinderella team vs cinderella team. I'll guarantee next year no one will take these two teams lightly next year.

[Grebdron]

The Ducks aren't exactly a complete fluke. Only Detroit had more points after the All Star break.

Any team that overlooked them was stupid, and is watching them at home.

[The Delfonics]

Like Ive said all along GO WILD!!

they are the 96 Panthers all over again!

[Rated R]

Well, my predictions in the west have blown ass since the first round, but I am perfect in the east.

I say:


New Jersey over Ottawa in 6


Anaheim over Minnesota in 7

[Clarkey07]

I predicted that Vancouver would win it all back in October... but they sucked in the last 3 games. I wanted to see a true Canadian team (Ottawa doesn't count cuz they are Team Europe). Oh well... as long as a West team wins.. i'll be happy.

[outsyder]

TEAM EUROPE?!?!? They only have 12 foreigners in total. 1 of them is American, and one is Russian.

[Morgana]

Wild vs. Ducks?? I sure as shit didn't see that coming. I think that's gonna be a long series because neither team will want to give it up NOW. And I've certainly underestimated the Wild enough already... fuck it, I'm not gonna make a prediction, but I do think it will go to game 7.

The other series...

Devils over Ottawa in 6 (but I hope I'm wrong about that. Go Sens!)

[blankpage]

Wild won?

As Indiana Sev said, "Holy shootout, batman."

I am so depressed. Every bandwagon I've been on, well, didn't do so well.

.wait........


Go Sens! ;)


EDIT: I am not cheering for the Sens. I have decided to go onto the winning team......

GO DUCKS!!

[Benny]

Wow! 3 of the 4 teams left in the playoffs are 10 years old or less, and the two West teams are seeded 6th and 7th. Anaheim vs. Minnesota, Who'd a thunk it? I'm rooting for Anaheim and Ottawa, personally.

[outsyder]

Actually, Ottawa is 11 years old. Close, but no cigar.:D

[Invincible]

Go Wild!!! :D

I'm 99% they'll win the Stanley Cup

[Indiana Sev]

Third Round Predictions...

New Jersey @ Ottawa Ottawa 7

Anaheim @ Minnesota Anaheim 7

[bob]

0-0 going into OT in Game 1 of Anaheim-Minnesota....

Now that Vancouver's out (freaking Cloutier), I'm officially on the Duck bandwagon.

[SubMethod]

Anaheim wins. I think they're going to take this winning streak they're on all the way to the Stanly Cup Championship. I was dissapointed when they beat the Stars but would be happy to see them win it all so I know the Stars didn't lose it all in vain.

[Morgana]

I fell asleep after the 2nd period watching the Ducks-Wild game, the style of play may have something to do with it. I woke up and some horrific infomercial was on...I didn't even realize the game went into 2 OTs. lol

The Ducks won this one, and because of their goaltending I presume they'll win the series. Which is fine with me. But damn! That was some boring hockey! Don't know if I can commit to watching the rest of this series.

Ottawa is up 2-0 in the first period. Who-hoo for the Sens!

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by Morgana
But damn! That was some boring hockey!


Can you imagine, then, a Devils/Wild Cup Final?

Zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz!

[Morgana]

Sev, I'm trying not to imagine that. The horror, the horror!

A part of me still thinks it's cool the Wild have made is as far as they have. The only problem is, I literally can't stay awake watching them play. I'm rooting for the Ducks and the Sens with all my might!

[bob]

Ottawa wins in OT, 3-2. Van Allen got the winner in the first OT after Niedermayer got hit in the head with a puck. Them Devils just aren't good with head injuries, are they?

Anyhoo, I'm going for an Ottawa-Anaheim cup final, in case anyone cared.

[Grebdron]

I din't think that game was boring at all. There were alot of scoring chances, but some great goaltending. Did anybody see the stick save Giguere made? Unbelievable. Ducks in 6.

PS- Welcome to the bandwagon, Bob.;)

[horrorfreak13]

Tonight it's Minnesota and Anaheim and can we have more than 1 goal otherwise it could go on forever.

Canada won gold at the Worlds beating Sweden 3-2 in ot and what a finish I was waiting for minutes for the result if it was in or not.

The overtime was 4 on 4 which begs the question should the NHL go permanently to 4 on 4. The overtime in yesterday's game was exciting and 4 on 4 during the regular season is exciting. I honesty think it's a matter of time before they do.

Plus I'm hearing and reading a lot of backlash placed on Dan Cloutier as the reason Vancouver lost. If you watched the last three games he wasn't the main reason they lost their defence was horrible in those games, they only held the lead in that series for 38 minutes, and give him time he is only 27. Most goalies don't hit their peak until 30 with a few exceptions(Giguere, Roy, Brodeur), and now I hearing Bertuzzi had a wrist injury during that series, but he wasn't blaming injuries for the series loss.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by horrorfreak13
Tonight it's Minnesota and Anaheim and can we have more than 1 goal otherwise it could go on forever.


I heard they decided to skip the first three periods and just play the overtime tonight, so as to spare us the agony of watching another 60 minutes of "safe" hockey!

[Morgana]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
I heard they decided to skip the first three periods and just play the overtime tonight, so as to spare us the agony of watching another 60 minutes of "safe" hockey!

LOL!! Oh fuck that cracked me up!

I think I'll "watch" the live internet scoreboard the first 60 mins. (who knows...it could be more exciting) and then will actually watch the OT on TV. I've got this all planned out. ;)

[bob]

Originally posted by Grebdron
There were alot of scoring chances, but some great goaltending. Did anybody see the stick save Giguere made?

That's a big part of the reason I'm on The Ducks bandwagon. Giguere is such a beast.

[Indiana Sev]

Flyer's GM Bob Clarke just announced that Roman Cechmanek will not be their goaltender for the 2003-04 season. I guess this genius is blaming the Flyer's quick exit on Roman. Yeah, that's right Bobby, it had nothing to do with the poor play of Roenick, Amonte & Co.


I've said it before and I'll say it again...

FIRE BOB CLARKE!

[bob]

Yeah, stupid move by Clarke. Cechmanek's a bit streaky, but at least give him the dignity of alternating him with somebody else or something.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by bob
Giguere is such a beast.

No question, the man is a God!

I think we can all agree that the Ducks will advance to the Stanley Cup Finals.

[Slim]

Well, yeah. The Ducks look like they are going to the Cup Finals. Too bad it usually strikes midnight during that final dance for the Cinderella team. Well, at least recently, like it did for the Panthers, Capitals, and last year's Hurricanes.

[Morgana]

There should be no question as to which bandwagon I am on, I dedicate this somewhat goofy looking avatar to Anaheim.

Greb baby, you better kiss my feet for this. ;)


Two down could they sweep?

Go Ducks!!

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by Morgana
There should be no question as to which bandwagon I am on, I dedicate this somewhat goofy looking avatar to Anaheim.

Greb baby, you better kiss my feet for this. ;)


Two down could they sweep?

Go Ducks!!

Just your feet?:(

We are taking all bandwagon jumpers. The cute (female) ones get the star treatment.;)

Giguere pitches another shutout, and we get two shorthanded goals?

Destiny.

[horrorfreak13]

Originally posted by bob
Yeah, stupid move by Clarke. Cechmanek's a bit streaky, but at least give him the dignity of alternating him with somebody else or something.

Appearently Checkmanek's agent says he dosen't want to come back.

Anaheim up 2-0 with 2 Shorthanded goals man they should put their penalty killing unit on their power play.

[Puck Bond]

San Jose Sharks name Doug Wilson GM.

My lowly Sharks enjoyed the worst drop off in recent NHL history this past season...what a complete mess this was and all because of Dean Lombardi and the teams unwillingness to pony up some cash for decent talent. This is an important off-season! Go out and get some friggin players damnit! With high-priced Nolan's contract and soon to be out the door Teemu Selanne's contract gone, it should free up some money to go out and get some players. I mean 6 years of building something promising to a supposed Cup contender and bleh...all down the drain. Teams like Colorado, Detroit, Dallas, St. Louis all reloaded last summer while The Sharks sat there and did nothing except struggle to sign their best young defenseman and starting goaltender. And with teams like Anaheim, Vancouver and Minnesota all rising this season...The fucking Sharks better realize they need to go out and get some talent this off-season to compete in the Western Conference.

Can anybody list some of the major free agents this year...so I know who's gonna be out there...cheers.

[Indiana Sev]

Damn Grebdron, that's a badass avatar you got here! I was thinking yesterday that you just might do something like this, you know perfect timing and all, and voila...

Supercool!:cool:

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
Damn Grebdron, that's a badass avatar you got here! I was thinking yesterday that you just might do something like this, you know perfect timing and all, and voila...

Supercool!:cool:

All hail she who is queen of Schmoesportland, Morgana!!!

***Bowing and genuflecting***

We're not worthy! We're not worthy!!

THANK YOU FOR THE AVATAR, Morgs.

YOU ROCK!!!

[Morgana]

Oh shush, Greb. You know we have an understanding...my services for yours. ;)

Who's playing today...Go Lakers!

Shit, wrong thread...

GO SENS!

There, I'm organized now. :)

[blankpage]

Although they're two great teams - Anahiem and Minnesota aren't the most exciting two teams to watch. Although Jiggy kicks some major ass.

[horrorfreak13]

Originally posted by Puck Bond
San Jose Sharks name Doug Wilson GM.

My lowly Sharks enjoyed the worst drop off in recent NHL history this past season...what a complete mess this was and all because of Dean Lombardi and the teams unwillingness to pony up some cash for decent talent. This is an important off-season! Go out and get some friggin players damnit! With high-priced Nolan's contract and soon to be out the door Teemu Selanne's contract gone, it should free up some money to go out and get some players. I mean 6 years of building something promising to a supposed Cup contender and bleh...all down the drain. Teams like Colorado, Detroit, Dallas, St. Louis all reloaded last summer while The Sharks sat there and did nothing except struggle to sign their best young defenseman and starting goaltender. And with teams like Anaheim, Vancouver and Minnesota all rising this season...The fucking Sharks better realize they need to go out and get some talent this off-season to compete in the Western Conference.
Can anybody list some of the major free agents this year...so I know who's gonna be out there...cheers. nce.


If this season should teach a lesson to all teams is spending big time on free agents is not the answer. The Rangers had to miss the playoffs for 6 straight years to figure that out. Plus all 4 teams remaining are at the bottom half of the payroll and out of the top 25 paid players in the league only 1 remains in the playoffs (Paul Kariya) and even he is not putting up big numbers.

Some big name free agents as far as I know

D Darien Hatcher (DAL)
D Bryan Marchment (COL)
D Greg DeVries(COL)
F Sergei Federov (DET)
F Darren McCarty (DET)
D Jason Woolley (DET)
F Todd Marchant (EDM)
D Igor Kravchuk (FLA)
G Felix Potvin (LA)
G Dwayne Roloson (MIN)
F Cliff Ronning (MIN)
F Joe Nieuwendyk (NJ)
D Brian Leetch (NYR)
D Boris Mironov (NYR)
F Brian Smolinski (OTT)
F Magnus Arvedson (OTT)
D Eric Desjardans (PHI)
D Dimitri Yushkevich (PHI)
G Fred Brathwaite (STL)
G Chris Osgood (STL)
F Teemu Selanee (SJ)
F Dave Andrechuk (TB)
D Glen Wesley (TOR)
D Calle Johansson (WSH)
F Sergei Berezin (WSH)

All these players are group 3 free agents there are other big names, and they are group 2 free agents and teams will demand compansation for them.

Now to last night's game and it proves when the Devils have the lead they don't give it up and the Devils actually scored first against Ottawa. Figure this 4 times (Including game 1) New Jersey has gone down 2-0 to Ottawa 4 times losing all 4 of them and all of their losses in the playoffs have been when the opposition scores first.

If Minnesota loses tonight they are toast because there is no way they are coming back again and will not go three seven game series. It has been tried twice last years Colorado Avalanche and the 1993 Leafs(oops just relived bad memories)

And Speaking of the Avalanche Roy has his mind 90% made up and will announce his decision after the playoffs.

[Puck Bond]

Hmmmm thanks horrorfreak for that list...interesting mix there...i don't think it will take much to really replace what the Sharks traded away last season...and what they need is some solid veterans like that our on that list...the two major needs is a replacement for Nolan's touighness and leadership and Selanne's scoring....solid veterans like Ronning and Marchant or Smolinski and Berezin would be nice replacements for Nolan....I don't see a major scorer on that list as a replacement for Selanne though...but im sure there will be a major free agent who they could go after. I've been saying for years before last year...one thing the Sharks have always needed is a top line defenseman...preferably RH...one major thing that pissed me off was last summer Gary Suter retired...and the Sharks sat and did nothing except bring up jeff Jilson...great you go into the season without your two best d-men in Suter and Stuart. Eric Desjardins would be the kind of guy I would have loved to see The Sharks go for...eventhough his offense has dropped recently...still there are some solid d-men on this list too...Calle Johanssen, Greg DeVries....guys like this always are worthy and will add depth to any team. It's not like the Sharks have to spend out the ear to get some of the players I have named or players like them...just3-4 solid veterans from this list and a major scorer...and what the sharks already have...and obviously a fresh new start would do the trick. Another major thing is that the Sharks just did not play well last season...they usually out-worked most teams...and better skilled teams...they never shoot the puck enough and are often way too undisciplined and take way too many bad penalties. I didn't really see The Sharks put a full 60 minute game together last year....and they just got out worked on most nights. I don't know if Ron Wilson is the answer....they were a little too quick to pulling the trigger on firing Darryl Sutter...he deserved better.

[Puck Bond]

Well you may as well disregard all my rambolings and rantings about what The Sharks should do this off season. Just read what new GM Doug Wilson is expected to do with this team and more importantly Craig Jamison's money(Way too cheap of an owner) who owns one of the richest franchises in the league and a very loyal fan base....the tank rocks and sharks fans support 'em through thick and thin and this is what we've got in 10-12 years of existence! Seems the apparently $39 mil payroll is not low enough for ownership and co....They hope to get it down to around $30 mil. They don't expect to bring back veterans like Damphousse, Ricci, Thornton and and Graves....hope t negotiate options etc. but expect a couple of these dudes playing elsewhere next year.

The Sharks claim they want to be younger and faster and play like the Anaheim's Minnesota's and Edmonton's!!! I sat through 4-5 years of building through the draft...young players etc...and watch them all flush it down the drain....this is the direction they want to go...2nd to last in the western conference last year ahead of Columbus!? The west is too strong and too deep right now...maybe in 5-6 years the Sharks will be contending for a home playoff spot(top 4)...but it's not gonna get better within the next 2-3 years and reachin the playoffs is a long shot if they go in this direction. jamison sell the team you bugga and get somebody in here who wants to win damnit! and is willing to sacrifice a profit to do so.

[bob]

Originally posted by horrorfreak13
nce.


If this season should teach a lesson to all teams is spending big time on free agents is not the answer. The Rangers had to miss the playoffs for 6 straight years to figure that out. Plus all 4 teams remaining are at the bottom half of the payroll and out of the top 25 paid players in the league only 1 remains in the playoffs (Paul Kariya) and even he is not putting up big numbers.

Some big name free agents as far as I know

D Darien Hatcher (DAL)
D Bryan Marchment (COL)
D Greg DeVries(COL)
F Sergei Federov (DET)
F Darren McCarty (DET)
D Jason Woolley (DET)
F Todd Marchant (EDM)
D Igor Kravchuk (FLA)
G Felix Potvin (LA)
G Dwayne Roloson (MIN)
F Cliff Ronning (MIN)
F Joe Nieuwendyk (NJ)
D Brian Leetch (NYR)
D Boris Mironov (NYR)
F Brian Smolinski (OTT)
F Magnus Arvedson (OTT)
D Eric Desjardans (PHI)
D Dimitri Yushkevich (PHI)
G Fred Brathwaite (STL)
G Chris Osgood (STL)
F Teemu Selanee (SJ)
F Dave Andrechuk (TB)
D Glen Wesley (TOR)
D Calle Johansson (WSH)
F Sergei Berezin (WSH)

All these players are group 3 free agents there are other big names, and they are group 2 free agents and teams will demand compansation for them.

Now to last night's game and it proves when the Devils have the lead they don't give it up and the Devils actually scored first against Ottawa. Figure this 4 times (Including game 1) New Jersey has gone down 2-0 to Ottawa 4 times losing all 4 of them and all of their losses in the playoffs have been when the opposition scores first.

If Minnesota loses tonight they are toast because there is no way they are coming back again and will not go three seven game series. It has been tried twice last years Colorado Avalanche and the 1993 Leafs(oops just relived bad memories)

And Speaking of the Avalanche Roy has his mind 90% made up and will announce his decision after the playoffs.

Nice list, but I think you forgot Peter Forsberg, who's a UFA this season. Unless, of course, he's already resigned, in which case I'll jump for joy.

Speaking of the Avs, anyone wanna place bets on Roy's decision. It hurts me to say this, but I actually think he'll retire. It doesn't seem like he'd wait until after the playoffs just to say "I'll come back". I think a week or two after NJ wins the cup we'll hear bad news from Colorado.:(

[Morgana]

Originally posted by bob


Speaking of the Avs, anyone wanna place bets on Roy's decision. It hurts me to say this, but I actually think he'll retire. It doesn't seem like he'd wait until after the playoffs just to say "I'll come back". I think a week or two after NJ wins the cup we'll hear bad news from Colorado.:(

Noooooooooo!! Don't say that, bob. I will cry if Roy retires. And I will go into hysterical fits of NJ wins the Cup! Shhh...mustn't be saying such things. ;)

Ducks win 4-0, by golly, I'm starting to think they have every intention of sweeping the Wild. Watch out Devils or Sens, the Ducks are coming for ya!

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by Morgana
And I will go into hysterical fits of NJ wins the Cup! Shhh...mustn't be saying such things. ;)



I'm with Morgana. If Jersey wins the Cup it will officially be the most boring post-season in recent memory.

I just got home...I can't believe the Ducks won again...4-0!

I'm sorry but that's just freakin' incredible. I predict Giguere will win the Conn Smyth trophy for playoff MVP even if they lose in the Stanley Cup finals...he's THAT good.

It's happened before, in the eighties Ron Hextall won it even though the Flyers lost the Cup to the Oliers.

Again...incredible!

[Grebdron]

Giggy is 35 minutes from breaking the all time playoff scoreless streak, which I believe is in the 2:48 range. He's got a personal best of 2:37 he set in the regular season. In-fucking-credible. I hope he does win the Conn-Smythe. He already deserves it.

We HAVE to beat NJ or Ottawa. It's destiny.

[horrorfreak13]

Originally posted by bob
Nice list, but I think you forgot Peter Forsberg, who's a UFA this season. Unless, of course, he's already resigned, in which case I'll jump for joy.

Speaking of the Avs, anyone wanna place bets on Roy's decision. It hurts me to say this, but I actually think he'll retire. It doesn't seem like he'd wait until after the playoffs just to say "I'll come back". I think a week or two after NJ wins the cup we'll hear bad news from Colorado.:(

The reason I didn't include Forsberg is I think he is a group 2 free agent and any team that wants him will have to give up 5 first round draft picks or something. I heard he wants to play next year and depends on how long the lockout goes he could retire.

I've found a website for all the free agents restricted and unrestricted for every team the web site is

http://www.geocities.com/floridapanthers2000/free2003.html

I honestly think Roy will retire from what I'm hearing. I hope and pray the Devils don't win the cup either plus I'd love to see Anaheim win it all

Back to the lockout or "Armageddon" as many people are calling it. Bob Goodenow had a meeting with all the player agents and said if there is a lockout expect it to go on for 24 months and I can't imagine 2 years without hockey.

[bob]

I'd love to see Anaheim or Ottawa win it, too, but I don't think so. New Jersey is too tight of a defensive team. However, if Giguere doesn't crack once he gets to the finals (I've got a sneaking suspicion that he might), I'd say ANA has got a great chance.

So, we could lose Forsberg AND Roy is one fell swoop? Weak.:(

[Rated R]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
I heard they decided to skip the first three periods and just play the overtime tonight, so as to spare us the agony of watching another 60 minutes of "safe" hockey!


Wow, I am surprised that everyone finds the playoffs dull this year. I think every series has been great, tight close and defensive minded. No series has been done from the get go and there have been surprises galore. I love it, but I love defense, I hate a high scoring game in any sport. Personally(aside the Montreal-Boston series last year) this has been the best playoffs in a while for me.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by bob
So, we could lose Forsberg AND Roy is one fell swoop? Weak.:(

If that happens the Aves will NOT make the playoffs next year, I have no doubt in my mind about that.


Incidentally, I think The Ducks will end the series tonight...easily!

[horrorfreak13]

You can add Pierre Turgeon's name to that list of free agents. According to a Montreal radio station CKAC Dallas has bought out the remainder of Turgeon's contract making him a free agent this summer. The move will save the stars $6 million which they can use on signing Hatcher and restricted free agent Marty Turco to new deals.

Plus Kenny Jonnson of the Islanders may not play in the NHL if contract talks get too long.

Prediction for tonight Giguere becomes first goalie to shutout a team and the Ducks win 2-0

Quack! Quack!

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by horrorfreak13
Quack! Quack!



They're winning the Cup. Period.

[Morgana]

Originally posted by Morgana
I agree, bob. Anaheim is like a snowplow, there's no stopping them. I keep saying how impressed I am with Giguere, but it's actually the whole Ducks team that's playing some very solid and gritty hockey. If they win this round, I can see them easily being able to plow either the Wild or the Canucks out of the way. I think the Ducks will be this year's Western Conference champ, in the least.



For the first time in history I have had a halfway decent hunch, so if you gents don't mind, I will toot my horn...in the most humble way, naturally.

THE DUCKS ARE THE WESTERN CONFERENCE CHAMPS! WHO-HOO!! :D


Quack! Quack!

[dellamorte dellamore]

First , ihave to say No One Is Beating The Devils In A Seven Game Series .


Now , there are some surprise teams this year , just like any other year , remember Buffalo , Carolina , Florida from years past ? This year it's the ducks , who are not exactly dominating the opposing teams , but benefitting from a brilliant goaltending campaign by Jiggy . This is his year , but now that he's a known quantity , i doubt he will be making that much noise in the seasons to come , and there is no way the Ducks ( how embarrasing that a team based on a children's movie are going to the finals ) will be a major player in next year's playoffs .


The Devils will beat them , and probably handily , i see 5 games at most . Minnesota turned out to be offensively inept and it caught up to them .

The Ducks are not that good , they have definitely overachieved with some unlikely heroes , and aging veterans . They beat up on an old , tired Detroit team , they were ripe for the picking .

Ah , i'm probably just jealous and frustrated that the Islanders didn't even make it out of the first round , but i can't wait until the Disney boys are given a taste of Eastern Conference hockey , it's going to be shocking . The Devils will crash the net , take the body at every opportunity , force turnovers , crowd the crease , get rebounds , and have the ducks running in circles . All things minnesota tried to do , but couldn't . Let me tell you , the devs aren't the wild , far from it . Bring your ice packs and ben gay boys , your'e going home bruised and beaten for sure . The fans should enjoy this little run while they can , cause the puck stops on the Jersey Turnpike .


Next years playoffs will feature totally different overachievers , it's the nature of free agency , plus the usual annual choke artists , like Dallas , Philadelphia , and Vancouver .

[Clarkey07]

Quack, Quack, Quack, Quack, Quack, Quack

GGGGGGGGGGGOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO DDDDDDDDDUUUUUUCCCCCCCCKKKKKKKKKKKSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS

[Slim]

I agree. Beating the Devils in a playoffs series is too tough for these Ducks. Anaheim has accomplished a lot and surprised everyone. It's too much to hope they pull off a Stanley Cup victory. Not that I want to see New Jersey win, it's just that they know how to get it done. They've seen what the Ducks have acccomplished and Pat Burns will make sure that they take Anaheim seriously.

But, Ottawa on the otherhand...

[Morgana]

Originally posted by dellamorte dellamore
The fans should enjoy this little run while they can , cause the puck stops on the Jersey Turnpike .



Aye, a naysayer. You're probably right dd, maybe the Ducks won't be able to beat the Devils, but it's sure been a fun Duck bandwagon ride so far. The Ducks surprised everyone round after round, they've just been amazing. I'm not going to give up on the Ducks until the curtain closes. Quack, quack.

Thanks for the compliment in the picture thread, btw. :)

[bob]

Originally posted by dellamorte dellamore
First , ihave to say No One Is Beating The Devils In A Seven Game Series .


Avs did it quite handily, out scoring Jersey 15-2 in the four games that we won.

Anyhoo, Ducks win. Giguere becomes the first goalie ever to let in only one goal in a series (I think). It looks more and more like Ottawa will lose to NJ (sorry Arto, but you'll still have bragging rights over me and blankpage), so it really depends on which goalie is more unstoppable in the final. My heart leans towards giguere, but my mind leans toward Brodeur.

[blankpage]

Originally posted by bob
Avs did it quite handily, out scoring Jersey 15-2 in the four games that we won.

Anyhoo, Ducks win. Giguere becomes the first goalie ever to let in only one goal in a series (I think). It looks more and more like Ottawa will lose to NJ (sorry Arto, but you'll still have bragging rights over me and blankpage), so it really depends on which goalie is more unstoppable in the final. My heart leans towards giguere, but my mind leans toward Brodeur.


You're right, Giguere is the only goalie to only let in one goal in a playoff series. Last time was WAAAYYYY before our time.

And yes, even though Ottawa has met their match, bob, myself, etc.... will have to listen to Arto for a LOOOONNNGGGG time.


Son of a bitch. ;)

[bob]

Well, NJ just beat Ottawa 5-2, so maybe Arto's not so great after all.

I mean, at least we took our opponents to seven.:p

[blankpage]

Originally posted by bob
Well, NJ just beat Ottawa 5-2, so maybe Arto's not so great after all.

I mean, at least we took our opponents to seven.:p

Not only going to seven, you guys didn't let in 7 goals. :D

Us Leafs on the other hand, went to 7, and lost.......very badly.

6-1...

Anyways.....


;)

[arto_j]

Well, there goes my bragging rights...At least we didn't lose to Minnesota. I'm not giving up yet, but it's looking mighty bad. You can't allow five goals against New Jersey, they'll never give that much slack. Dammit, I must start getting ready for bandwagon-jumping, but not quite yet.

Who would've thought, it seems that Greb is the only one whose "original" team would play in the finals. But at least we showed you nay-sayers about the Sens' ability to make the Conference finals, dammit!

[blankpage]

Originally posted by arto_j
But at least we showed you nay-sayers about the Sens' ability to make the Conference finals, dammit!

And then loose. :p

Nah, just joshin' with yeah, arto.

[dellamorte dellamore]

When i mentioned that no one is going to beat the Devs in a seven game series , of course i meant this year .


To put Anaheim's run into a little perspective , i have to recall another surprise team from 93 , the La Kings ( coached by Barry Melrose ) . A still potent Wayne Gretzky was playing for them . Granted they didn't dominate teams as thoroughly as the Ducks are , but their surprising run to the finals that year reminds me of what Anaheim is doing this year . What happened when they finally did make the finals , they were dismantled by a juggernaut of a team called the Canadiens . They did win the first game , somehow , but after that Patrick Roy constructed a brick wall in front of the net and it was over . I see Jersey as this year's Canadiens with a brilliant goaltender in Martin Brodeur who seems possesed , and chillingly focused . By the way , the Isles were the Cinderella team that year . They went on a rousing , spirited run that Isle fans will never forget . They defeated Washington in the first round and then shocked the hockey world by beating 2 time stanley cup champs Pittsburgh Penguins , on their way to a third . They did it with terrific goaltending by Glen Healy and an overachieving foward in Ray Ferraro . Man , that Pitt team was so deadly at that time , i didn't think anyone would have a chance against them , maybe the Ducks might have a chance .


If you had a chance to watch the Devs all season long , like i did since i'm on the East Coast , you would have seen that they were on a mission , they only had one goal in mind , and that was to win the Stanley Cup . I watched in frustration as they dominated my beloved Isles without breaking a sweat , and now they are doing it to the rest of the league . It's no surprise what they are doing with Ottawa , and it's pretty scary just how easily they are manhandling them . The Sens won the President's trophy and feature one of the most dangerous offenses in the league , but the Devs are making them look like an upstart expansion team . I feel bad for the Sens , somewhat ( they beat my Islanders damn it ) , they always go into the season with such high expectations , like Toronto and Philly , but always go home disappointed . This year will be no different . But as someone pointed out , at least they made it this far for the very first time . They are a relatively young team , with some highly skilled players , they will be a threat for quite some time .


Don't get me wrong , i hate the Devs , they are a heated rival , and i want the Ducks to beat them , i just don't see it . If they did , it would be a miracle . I wish i could see Brodeur slink away in defeat , it's just not going to happen .


Oh yeah , Morg , you're welcome for the compliment , it was a bit of a sly reference to Seinfeld , but no doubt genuine . My pic should be up today .

[bob]

Originally posted by dellamorte dellamore
When i mentioned that no one is going to beat the Devs in a seven game series , of course i meant this year .


To put Anaheim's run into a little perspective , i have to recall another surprise team from 93 , the La Kings ( coached by Barry Melrose ) . A still potent Wayne Gretzky was playing for them . Granted they didn't dominate teams as thoroughly as the Ducks are , but their surprising run to the finals that year reminds me of what Anaheim is doing this year . What happened when they finally did make the finals , they were dismantled by a juggernaut of a team called the Canadiens . They did win the first game , somehow , but after that Patrick Roy constructed a brick wall in front of the net and it was over . I see Jersey as this year's Canadiens with a brilliant goaltender in Martin Brodeur who seems possesed , and chillingly focused . By the way , the Isles were the Cinderella team that year . They went on a rousing , spirited run that Isle fans will never forget . They defeated Washington in the first round and then shocked the hockey world by beating 2 time stanley cup champs Pittsburgh Penguins , on their way to a third . They did it with terrific goaltending by Glen Healy and an overachieving foward in Ray Ferraro . Man , that Pitt team was so deadly at that time , i didn't think anyone would have a chance against them , maybe the Ducks might have a chance .


If you had a chance to watch the Devs all season long , like i did since i'm on the East Coast , you would have seen that they were on a mission , they only had one goal in mind , and that was to win the Stanley Cup . I watched in frustration as they dominated my beloved Isles without breaking a sweat , and now they are doing it to the rest of the league . It's no surprise what they are doing with Ottawa , and it's pretty scary just how easily they are manhandling them . The Sens won the President's trophy and feature one of the most dangerous offenses in the league , but the Devs are making them look like an upstart expansion team . I feel bad for the Sens , somewhat ( they beat my Islanders damn it ) , they always go into the season with such high expectations , like Toronto and Philly , but always go home disappointed . This year will be no different . But as someone pointed out , at least they made it this far for the very first time . They are a relatively young team , with some highly skilled players , they will be a threat for quite some time .


Don't get me wrong , i hate the Devs , they are a heated rival , and i want the Ducks to beat them , i just don't see it . If they did , it would be a miracle . I wish i could see Brodeur slink away in defeat , it's just not going to happen .


Oh yeah , Morg , you're welcome for the compliment , it was a bit of a sly reference to Seinfeld , but no doubt genuine . My pic should be up today .


I'd be arguing with you right now....except you're probably right.:(

[Indiana Sev]

I don't see The Senators losing game 5 in Ottawa. This will go to 6 in New Jersey and overtime will settle things there...

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by arto_j
Who would've thought, it seems that Greb is the only one whose "original" team would play in the finals.

:D:D:D:D:D

While I think that Dell is probably right on, and much more hockey savvy than I, I can't jump off the bandwagon now. Too many good times this postseason. Ducks in 7, in a hard fought finals. Jersey is tough, but so are the Ducks.

[screamer581]

Wow... see, the Wings weren't that bad people, the Ducks were just really damn good! I hope the Ducks whoop dem nasty Devils!

[outsyder]

Don't count out the sens yet.

[horrorfreak13]

I see the Devils winning game 6 tomorrow thewy are 8-0 at home, 11-0 when they score the first goal, but they are 0-4 when they allow the first goal.

Anaheim will win it no matter who they play Jiggy's stats are ridiculous and he'll win the Conn Smythe Trophy even if Anaheim dosen't win.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by horrorfreak13
I see the Devils winning game 6 tomorrow thewy are 8-0 at home, 11-0 when they score the first goal, but they are 0-4 when they allow the first goal. .

I certainly hope the Sens pull off another win tomorrow night, A game 7 in Ottawa might actually be exciting. It's up to Lalime to play his best game of the playoffs at the swamp tomorrow night if the Senators want to take it to 7. I'm talking shutout, here.

[Grebdron]

I'm really hoping Ottawa wins game 6. That'll mean a brutal game 7 which will weaken whichever opponent the Ducks face.

Go Ducks!!!

[Clarkey07]

Lalime will have to play his best game indeed... but will he?

He's been been hot every other game starting in game 1. (game 1, 3, 5)....And in games 2 &4, he wasn't hot at all.

Game 6 = Hot or Cold

[bob]

I'm surprised no one's talked about Jason Spezza yet. The kid plays in his first NHL playoff game, picks up a goal and an assist. He's only 19 years old, folks!! That's a hell of a story, too.

[outsyder]

He stepped up when no one else would. Alfredsson was doing crap, so Spezza came in and showed some leadership. He took charge of the team. I see a future captain here, folks.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
I don't see The Senators losing game 5 in Ottawa. This will go to 6 in New Jersey and overtime will settle things there...

I hate to toot my own horn but....


:D :D

GO SENS!

[outsyder]

WHAT DID I TELL YOU GUYS?

GO SENS GO!

[Morgana]

Well Sev or outsyder, one of you is wearing that lucky pair of underwear which helped the Sens win tonight. It is imperative you NOT change until the Sens win this series!

;)

God I hope the Sens can pull this off. A Sens-Ducks final would be so much more electrifying than a Devils-Ducks series.

GO SENS!

[arto_j]

Fuck me, the dream lives on :)

Sev, could you please predict that the Sens will win game 7...that should make it more likely ;)

The devils will get their asses kicked in game 7, and then...Greb, your ducks are out of luck :D

[dellamorte dellamore]

I thought they were dead and buried , and although i figured it would go 7 games , i didn't think it would happen like this . Devs will still take it , they will find a way to win . 2-1 going into the third , and then an empty netter to finish things off .

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by arto_j
Fuck me, the dream lives on :)

Sev, could you please predict that the Sens will win game 7...that should make it more likely ;)

The devils will get their asses kicked in game 7, and then...Greb, your ducks are out of luck :D

Whichever team manages to eke out Game 7 is going to be beat to hell. I like my Ducks' chances. I do think Ottawa would make a more exciting opponent.

I AM very proud to be the only one whose original pick is going to be playing in the finals. (I think):D:D:Dhttp://www.gamers-forums.com/smilies/otn/funny/smileysex5.gif

[arto_j]

Originally posted by Grebdron


I AM very proud to be the only one whose original pick is going to be playing in the finals. (I think):D:D:Dhttp://www.gamers-forums.com/smilies/otn/funny/smileysex5.gif

Unless the Sens win.

In which case, I send this message to Blankpage : "Hahahahahaaa...In your face, Leafs- fan!"

:D

[blankpage]

Piss off, arto. ;) Just joshin' with yeah.

I couldn't believe it myself last night. I had to slap myself, but damn! I do have to say congrats to the Sens. They did play one hell of a game. But remember, Jersey can still win. Though, this seems all to similar to the Avs and Jersey series. Jersey was up, Avs came back, and, ummmmm, won the cup.

Could it happen again!?!?!?! :eek:

[dellamorte dellamore]

Like someone mentioned , it's all on Lalime , he's going to have to play one of the best games of his life . Jersey is going for blood this time , cause i'm sure they remember what happened when they let Colorado come back . It's going to be an awesome game either way . Game 7's in hockey , it doesn't get better than that , unless it's the finals .

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by arto_j
Sev, could you please predict that the Sens will win game 7...that should make it more likely ;)

I already predicted it on this thread at the beginning of round 3 but here it goes again arto, just for a little more luck...

Prediction:

I have no doubt in my mind that the Sens will win tonight in game # 7. I'm a bit foggy on the score but 2 - 0 seems to be appearing in my mind's eye.

The Devils don't have a f***in' prayer tonight!

How's that?

:D :D

GO SENS!

[arto_j]

Sounds pretty good. The Devils are as good as gone :D

[dellamorte dellamore]

No one is beating the Devs in a seven game series this year , no one . If someone does , i'll watch every Julia Roberts film ever made over the course of a 3 day weekend , minus alcohol .

[horrorfreak13]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
I already predicted it on this thread at the beginning of round 3 but here it goes again arto, just for a little more luck...

Prediction:

I have no doubt in my mind that the Sens will win tonight in game # 7. I'm a bit foggy on the score but 2 - 0 seems to be appearing in my mind's eye.

The Devils don't have a f***in' prayer tonight!

How's that?

:D :D

GO SENS!

Well i did predict the Sens in 7, but not like this. Oh well I'll say based on the last few games the Devils are gone tonight unless they score first.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by dellamorte dellamore
No one is beating the Devs in a seven game series this year , no one . If someone does , i'll watch every Julia Roberts film ever made over the course of a 3 day weekend , minus alcohol .

Well, get out your video card, cause it's gonna happen...

If the Sens lose tonight, I'll watch every Jennifer Lopez movie ever made and Selena 4 times!:eek:

[dellamorte dellamore]

Man , that's really harsh , but the Julia Roberts thing , for me personally would be unbearable , i can actually stomach J Lo in certain films , but no , not the one that thrust her into the cinematic spotlight , Selena , arrgh i can barely type the word . Because of Selena and then J Lo 's cinematic perf , a bunch of " latina " singers are going mainstream , i'll never forgive her for that .


But i digress , the Devs will win because of experience , the Sens have never been in a game this big before and they will choke .No matter what happens , they will be great for a long time .

[Indiana Sev]

Time will tell, in a few hours all will be clear. Unfortunately, I'll miss the game, I'll be at work.

Hey, don't forget Mystic Pizza sucker!;)

[blankpage]

Well, if the Sens win I'll watch.................... ummmm, Maid in Manhattan AND Swept Away.


And if the Sens loose. I'll laugh and then watch a movie that I won't have to cringe through.

[bob]

SUCKERS!!!!!

Start watching, boys!


Dellamorte Dellamore proved to be right (remind me to second his opinion next season), and OTT went down to NJ 3-2.


It looks like NJ v. ANA in the cup, I'll predict (as much as my fingers physically resist to type this) NJ in six.

[outsyder]

Kerry Frazer is a jackass. Whatever. The Ducks will sweep the Devils. Devils play the trap. Just like Minnesota . . . . . . heh heh heh.

[Tom Samborski]

FUCK, the Senators lost. Is this a curse? Does the NHL hate Canadian teams? Anyway, I predict that the Ducks-Devils series will be the lowest watched NHL Stanley Cup finals here in Canada. As for which team wins the series, I don't give a shit. Ottawa lost, and the playoffs simply don't matter anymore if all the Canadian teams are eliminated.

[Morgana]

Verflucht! So close...but no cigar for the Sens. SHIT!

Sorry Sens fans. :(

[arto_j]

Damn it! Got so damn close this year only to be ridiculed by blankpage once again ;)

Well, at least we went down fighting, next year...

Fuck.


Go Ducks ;)

[Indiana Sev]

Go Ducks!



Fuck the Devils! :mad:

[dellamorte dellamore]

I figured 2-1 going into the third , but i didn't expect the Sens to tie it up and make Jersey sweat . I thought they would have stifled them , then got the empty netter to finish them ( they still almost did ) . How about the ex San Jose Shark Jeff Friesen ( and a brief stint with Anaheim ) , a forgotten man , and what does he do , he scores goals in three different games , all game winners , including last nights game on a great pass and a terrific deke . Lalime thought he was going to the backhand , and once Friesen saw he commited himself to the right side , he cut back to the left and went forehand . What a play under pressure , all it took was one defensive lapse and Friesen snuck in behind a foward and two defenders .


Now i've watched a couple of Anaheim's games , and i'll reiterate what i stated before , the Devs will beat them , the Ducks won't be able to contend with Jersey's bruising defense and brick wall goaltending . They are a small , fast team , but that lack of size and strength will finally come back to haunt them . All the overachievers will come back down to earth and the frusration will kick in , and they will lose their composure .


Yeah Jiggy looks good when he isn't screened or there aren't too many rebounds , now he will know what it's like to try to stop pucks in traffic and to recover from rebounds .


I don't want any compulsive gamblers resting on my posts and predictions , but Devs in 5 . Devs win the first two at home , split in Anaheim and then finish them off back in Jersey in game 5 . Ducks go home , another team surprises everyone next year and comes up short . Look for even more heroics from Jeff Friesen , he will be looking for a bit of revenge , considering how the Ducks management treated him while he was a member of that organization .

[blankpage]

Even though it's the Sens, I'm am kinda pissed that ANOTHER Canadian team is out. Four went in.....none came out. Fuck.

Oh well, I'll still watch the Cup final (probably the only Canadian to do so), and I am excited for it. Two superb teams who, well , obviously deserved to be there. I'm still cheering for the Ducks , though.

Predictions.....

Ducks in 7.....

[Rated R]

Ducks in 6...I hope...


Oh and I was perfect in my predictions in the East...nowhere near that in the west...but alas. Ducks will take it, but it won't be easy.

[Indiana Sev]

I agree, the Ducks will win the Stanley Cup. I'm predicting they'll pull it off in 6 games and win it on The Pond.

Although if Kariya doesn't get his shit together they're toast!

Of course, Giguere will skate off with the Conn Smyth trophy, win or lose.

[Clarkey07]

Kariya hasn't had to carry the team like every other year. This year other players are scoring and they don't need to score that many goals with Gigure backing them up in net. Peter Sykora, Adam Oates, Rob Niedermeyer and Stevie Thomas are helping out on the score sheet.

The Ducks have only one problem.... beating Broduer. It will clearly be a goalie matchup. It's goin to be a great series with the Ducks taking it in 6. Possibly fewer b/c they've had the most rest throughout the playoffs.

:D Quack, Quack, Quack, Quack, Quack, Quack, Go Ducks :D

[outsyder]

When the ducks beat the stars, look at Marty Turco. He was definatley the best goalie during the regular season. His playoff numbers were good, too. HIs save percentage during the first and second round were expectantly well off. I'd say it's the devils that will have a hard time beating Giguere.

[bob]

Originally posted by Rated R
Ducks in 6...I hope...


Oh and I was perfect in my predictions in the East...nowhere near that in the west...but alas. Ducks will take it, but it won't be easy.

Yeah, if you look earlier in this thread, I predicted it would be a reprise of the '01 cup final, Colorado v. New Jersey. I was half right.

[Morgana]

Wow, I can't believe this is it...we're down to the final two teams. On Tuesday the finals begin, and in a week or so later one team will get to hoist the Cup. And then no more hockey till fall. Sniff-sniff.

GO DUCKS!!

[dellamorte dellamore]

It's going to be a sportsfan dead zone until football starts up again .

[horrorfreak13]

Well I'll predict that this will be the lowest rated Stanley cup final series in history (both Canada and U.S.)

Anyway I haven't made any outrageous predictions at all so I'll make mine now

Ducks in 4

I'll be watching the Mike Bullard show to see what Maggie the "magic" monkey will predict.

I think the biggest mistake someone made was when i read a person opinion in the Toronto Sun on Thursday saying whoever won game 7 would win the Cup easily

I don't think so.

I just hope we don't sit through 5-10 overtime periods.

[Morgana]

Originally posted by horrorfreak13


I just hope we don't sit through 5-10 overtime periods.

LOL...you're not a fan of OT periods, are you? :) I think with Giguere and Brodeur in net this could be the longest series in history. I'm just gonna start watching during the 3rd period...with all the OT periods that are to come it'll be like watching the entire series. :D

My prediction - Ducks in 6...I hope. DOWN with the evil Devils! Quack, quack!

[horrorfreak13]

Originally posted by Morgana
LOL...you're not a fan of OT periods, are you? :) I think with Giguere and Brodeur in net this could be the longest series in history. I'm just gonna start watching during the 3rd period...with all the OT periods that are to come it'll be like watching the entire series. :D

My prediction - Ducks in 6...I hope. DOWN with the evil Devils! Quack, quack!

I'm a fan of Overtime periods, but if it goes very long I won't be able to watch it all if any of them go past 2 a.m. I just hope not

Quack Quack

[Morgana]

Ah, you live way east horrofreak, that makes sense you wouldn't want 5 OT periods following a regular game. I guess the advantage of living on the west coast is the games usually start airing at 4:30pm (sometimes at 7pm), so they could go on into infinity and I'd still get into bed by a reasonable hour. That doesn't mean I could actually stay awake watching 5 OT periods though. 3 is pretty much my limit.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by dellamorte dellamore
It's going to be a sportsfan dead zone until football starts up again .


:D :D

Hey, don't fret, the CFL training camps have already begun....


Oh, you probably meant the NFL!:p

[screamer581]

All I really have to say is GO DUCKS GO!

[horrorfreak13]

Now that we get ready for tonight's game I just read an article on ESPN saying the Avalanche have called a news conference for 2 PM Eastern Wednesday where it's expected Patrick Roy will announce his retirement.

It would Abesher the opportunity to take the #1 spot he seems to be a pretty good goalie.

[Morgana]

Originally posted by horrorfreak13
Now that we get ready for tonight's game I just read an article on ESPN saying the Avalanche have called a news conference for 2 PM Eastern Wednesday where it's expected Patrick Roy will announce his retirement.



NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! That sucks. I am now officially really bummed out. I need a tissue...someone hand me a tissue, please. Sniff-sniff. :(

[bob]

Originally posted by Morgana
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!! That sucks. I am now officially really bummed out. I need a tissue...someone hand me a tissue, please. Sniff-sniff. :(

My sentiments exactly. I've been watching the guy religiously for 7 years, and now he's done. At least he's had a great career, and he'll remain a legend.

What I'm really worried about is if Forsberg retires too, and who our new goalie will be???

[blankpage]

Originally posted by bob
My sentiments exactly. I've been watching the guy religiously for 7 years, and now he's done. At least he's had a great career, and he'll remain a legend.

What I'm really worried about is if Forsberg retires too, and who our new goalie will be???

ROMAN C.

Since Phili is done with him, I can see him wearing an Avs jersey in the near future.

It sucks Roy is done for. As many of you know, he was my role model when it came to my goaltending.

:(

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by bob
What I'm really worried about is if Forsberg retires too, and who our new goalie will be???

If Forsberg retires the Avalanche will miss the playoffs next year, no question. They'll have to rebuild...

[Indiana Sev]

:D

Game 1 is about to begin, this is actually exciting....


GO DUCKS!!!!


See you in overtime. :p

[Morgana]

One game down...wow, the Ducks are RUSTY. Such sloppy play, sheeeshhh. If it wasn't for their outstanding goalie the score would be more like 9-0 than 3-0. The Ducks weren't playing their game today, but hopefully next time. Chop-chop boys, get to it!

PS Some of these players look like they're in their 50's with their now very abundant playoff beards. They almost look as old as Grebdron. :)

[Morgana]

Originally posted by bob
My sentiments exactly. I've been watching the guy religiously for 7 years, and now he's done. At least he's had a great career, and he'll remain a legend.



Here's some tissue, bob. Blankpage, you can have some too. Leave some for me though, guys, I am quite sad about Roy retiring. At least I got to watch him play for 4 years (that's how long I've been following hockey), he's not a legend I am merely able to read about.

http://www.issuetissue.com/Images/BOUTIQUE/hardeman-open-groot.gif

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by Morgana
PS Some of these players look like they're in their 50's with their now very abundant playoff beards. They almost look as old as Grebdron. :)

But they're not nearly as good looking, toots.;)

Ducks were rusty. They hadn't played in 10 days. Hopefully Thursday they'll be better.

[Slim]

Originally posted by Grebdron
Ducks were rusty. They hadn't played in 10 days. Hopefully Thursday they'll be better.

Yes, they were rusty! ;)
Ducks really weren't doing much in that game, only within perhaps the last 5-10 minutes did they muster up any life and get good scoring chances. Where's the Disney magic now?

[Grebdron]

Originally posted by SlimX
Yes, they were rusty! ;)
Ducks really weren't doing much in that game, only within perhaps the last 5-10 minutes did they muster up any life and get good scoring chances. Where's the Disney magic now?

They aren't done by a long shot. If they can win game 2 I like their chances.

It is pretty sad that they were able to muster only 16 shots.

[blankpage]

I figured Ducks would loose. They did have 10 days of, people!! You can't expect them to win 5-0.

Since the Ducks lost, some people around my town have been already saying "bye- bye" to the Ducks.

"The Ducks had a good run, but now there down for."

Well what the fuck?! They lost one game! Sometimes I don't understand the human race.

P.S.- Thanks for the tissue Morgana. I need it. :(

[dellamorte dellamore]

That's funny because i think some shmoes were claiming the 10 days off were going to work in the Ducks favor , now that they lost people are claiming it's the reason they lost .


They lost because the Devs are a superior team and they manhandled the Ducks . The Devs proved Jiggy is a bit overrated and if you screen him and get rebounds , he's just like any other goalie . Put anyone in net and the devs will find a way to beat him , it doesn't matter .

The Ducks were exposed in game one and they will be exposed even more as the series progrresses , they overachieved , but now it's time too face reality . They beat up on an aging , burnt out , Detroit team , surprised an overconfident Dallas team , and dominated a minnesota team that probably didn't even deserve to be there , one goal , what a joke they turned out to be . This isn't some disney film where everything works out nice in the end , this is eastern conference hockey , it's brutal and bone crunching .


It's over , and don't think somehow the Ducks are going to transform into world beaters in tonites game , it just may be an even larger bloodbath on ice because the Devs smell blood and the ducks are vulrenable . They already had their stanley cup finals when they beat the Sens , this is merely a formality .

Tonite , 4-1 devs , quack , quack .

[blankpage]

Well, IMO, if you go away from anything for a certain amount of time, you'll be rusty. I really don't think the Ducks are done for. It's one game that they did almost everything wrong. It happened to Jersey when they played Ottawa. Though Jersey didn't do everything wrong in game 1 with Ottawa.

I don't think the Stars were too overconfident. Hell, I think any good team would think that a one series wonder could be put to sleep.

It's obvious that any team that is in the cup final DOES deserve the right to go. Fuck, they had to play three best- of- 7 series'. The Ducks beat out two of the best teams playing today. They killed the Wild.

They are a good team! I don't think anyone should cancel out the Ducks. There not finished. New Jersey has expirence, yes...... but so did Detroit and Dallas.

[Morgana]

Dell-dell, what you are refusing to understand is people simply don't want the Devils to win. I certainly don't. And refresh my memory, I don't remember you being a Devils fan either. You can snap up all the eastern conference reality checks you want, I still won't be supporting the Devils. Are my posts skewed in the Ducks' favor? Of course they are...because I want them to WIN. Quack, quack.

[dellamorte dellamore]

I'm just stirring up the Ducks fans a little , but i'm serious about my predictions .

[Grebdron]

If the Ducks can win tonight, they'll be fine. And 4-1 is a bold prediction, DD. I'm looking at 2-1 Ducks. They know what they did wrong in game 1, and will work to improve on it.

[Morgana]

Originally posted by dellamorte dellamore
I'm just stirring up the Ducks fans a little , but i'm serious about my predictions .

Damn you...damn you all to hell! :p

I joketh. You almost got to me there. ;)

[horrorfreak13]

Pierre Lecroix is giving David Abesher the chance I believe he deserves to start next year. As for Roman well he's gone to LA for 2nd round pick in next year's draft which means Potvin isn't staying in LA.

I heard Bettman's address over how obstuction is doing well?What obstuction they haven't called it since December. Also he said that 73% of games are played are within 1 goal tells you the level of excitement:confused: NO! that tells you there isn't any scoring. Bettman also noted that there was 5 players above the 96 points Iginla got last year, but Forsberg's 106 points are less than half of the 215 points Gretzky got in the 1985-86 season.

He aslo said there is more room in the neutral zone :confused: He must have been watching a game from the early 90s.

He aslo said that ratings are the 3rd highest in the U.S in the past 10 years. That means they have been lying the past 10 years because from what I've heard ratings are down big time in the U.S.(but that could be because the Wings, Flyers, Avalanche, and Stars are gone)

He just like a politician lying and hoping we believe him.

Anyway I think there is no question Roy is the greatest goalie ever he is to goalies what Orr is to defensemen. From when he won the Cup in 93 when I first saw him until his 7 and 1/2 years with the Avalanche born on the same day as Mario Lemieux. The only goalie with a shot at his records is Brodeur lets see if he gets it because he could still play 8 years at least.

Now to tonight Anaheim has to go out and get the lead otherwise if the Devils get it first we'll be seeing trap hockey the rest of the game.

I see the Ducks playing better than they did in game 1. I predict a 2-1 victory.

[bob]

Originally posted by horrorfreak13
Pierre Lecroix is giving David Abesher the chance I believe he deserves to start next year. As for Roman well he's gone to LA for 2nd round pick in next year's draft which means Potvin isn't staying in LA.

I heard Bettman's address over how obstuction is doing well?What obstuction they haven't called it since December. Also he said that 73% of games are played are within 1 goal tells you the level of excitement:confused: NO! that tells you there isn't any scoring. Bettman also noted that there was 5 players above the 96 points Iginla got last year, but Forsberg's 106 points are less than half of the 215 points Gretzky got in the 1985-86 season.

He aslo said there is more room in the neutral zone :confused: He must have been watching a game from the early 90s.

He aslo said that ratings are the 3rd highest in the U.S in the past 10 years. That means they have been lying the past 10 years because from what I've heard ratings are down big time in the U.S.(but that could be because the Wings, Flyers, Avalanche, and Stars are gone)

He just like a politician lying and hoping we believe him.

Anyway I think there is no question Roy is the greatest goalie ever he is to goalies what Orr is to defensemen. From when he won the Cup in 93 when I first saw him until his 7 and 1/2 years with the Avalanche born on the same day as Mario Lemieux. The only goalie with a shot at his records is Brodeur lets see if he gets it because he could still play 8 years at least.



Yes, but you should remember in 85-86 goaltenders weren't the same force that they are today.

I may be alone on this, but I don't want another Wayne Gretzky in the league. Forsberg one the scoring race by two points, and Hejduk won the goal-scoring title by two goals. What's better is that they both came down to the last game. That's a hell of a lot more exciting than one guy owning everybody at the beginning of the season and then continuing to do so for 82 games. I'd be happy to watch the avs play 400 1-0 games in a row, granted they one most of them.

[Grebdron]

Shit. Not looking good, sportsfans. Ducks need to win both at home to get back into this.

[horrorfreak13]

This is not the same team that won the first 3 rounds all the way to the cup final this looks like the team from October.

They have to score first.

I'll be remembering some Patrick Roy memories when ESPN Classic Canada shows a 12 hour marathon of Patrick Roy's greatest games starting at 6pm.

[bob]

Originally posted by horrorfreak13

I'll be remembering some Patrick Roy memories when ESPN Classic Canada shows a 12 hour marathon of Patrick Roy's greatest games starting at 6pm.

Damn, I wish I still lived in Canada.

Anyhoo, it looks like my Devils in six prediction might actually have been too generous to the Ducks...Still hope Anaheim can pull if off, though.

[Indiana Sev]

DUCKS REMAIN ALIVE!!!!!!!

Did anybody ever see a worse goal let in than Brodeur's last night? Yikes, what a screw-up!:D

I'm glad though, at least the finals are starting to get exciting again. Kariya has yet to make a difference, if he doesn't step up in game 4, he never will. He makes 10 million a season and it's about time he wins a game for his team all on his own.

It's still the same situation though, if the Ducks lose on Monday, they're goners! They need to tie this series up to have any chance at a legitimate comeback, going down 3-1 against the Devils is suicide. And they can do it, they just have to play their best game of the year on Monday night; leave it all out there on the ice.

I predict they tie it up Monday.

Ducks 4

Devils 1

[outsyder]

Everyone said that the sens were dead when they were down 3-1. They may have lost game 7, but that was by a very small margin. The ducks aren't out till Jersey has won 4.

[horrorfreak13]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
Did anybody ever see a worse goal let in than Brodeur's last night? Yikes, what a screw-up!:D

I've actually seen a few fluke goals myself. The only one I think that tops that goal is Steve Smith of the Oilers trying to shoot the puck out from behind the net and it hits Grant Fuhr's pad and into his own net. Forget what year that was.

Just read this on TSN web site they are reporting that the Montreal Canadiens are calling a news conference for 1:00 PM eastern where they will announce that Andre Savard will move to Director of Player of Personnel and will bring in Bob Gainey as GM.

Tonight I predict the series will be tied

Ducks 2

Devils 1

[Morgana]

God I hope the Ducks can pull off a win tonight, otherwise they're done.

My prediction - Ducks 3 Devils 2

Go Ducks, dammit!!

[RicochetShaw]

Ducks win, ducks win.... wow, quite a game. I'm glad I saw the game-winning goal, it happened just as I came back from the kitchen, exciting stuff.

[Indiana Sev]

Sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeet!:D

Devils get slammed twice in a row on The POND!!!!!!

Fuck 'em, those Devils. They tried to bore us with their play and now they've got a series on their hands!!!! I hope they get humiliated next game!


:)

Game 5 Prediction:

Ducks 6

Devils 0

[dellamorte dellamore]

Oh well , it's not gonna happen in 5 , but it will happen eventually .


The ducks are proving to be a tougher team than i imagined . They could have easily folded after they went down 2-0 , but they are proving to be a very resilient team , that won't quit regardless of the circumstances .


I don't think Nj took them seriously after they won the first two , and i fully expect them to go into domination mode now that they know they have an actual fight on their hands . What is a bit disturbing for Dev fans is their fitility on the road , they should be relived that they have home ice , because the way this is going , it looks as if that will be the x factor , ultimately . If the Devs somehow do lose the next game , they are finished , i don't see them winning in Anaheim , but you never know .


My hats off to the Ducks , it's no fluke that they made it this far , and it's obvious they are here to win , not just be happy to be in the finals .


Just don't get too giddy Duck fans , cause if they don't win the cup , it's a total failure , how many people remember the runner ups .


One more thing , kudos to the senior citizen foward Steve Thomas ( ex Islander and Devil ) for getting the game winner , it could prove to be the biggest goal in the series and the Ducks short history .

[Grebdron]

Take that, Jersey!!

DD's right. IF the Ducks win game 5, it's over for the Dev's. If the Dev's win game 5, it's going 7.

[blankpage]

Is it just me? Or is Marty subjected to alot of weird bounces?

I gotta tell yeah, that was some good hockey last night. The goalies were top notch, and both teams played hard. I'm happy from Thomas since he's a great player and a great guy.

GO DUCKS!


Predictions for Game 5....


Ducks- 2
Devils- 1

[horrorfreak13]

Steve Thomas scores the winner good for him. I'm just wondering why the Leafs didn't keep him before he went to Chicago.

I don't think 6-0 is going to happen, but I wouldn't mind it happening. I think more like 2-1 for the Ducks is more like it.

[Indiana Sev]

Originally posted by bob
2. I don't see any newbies coming out of the first round.


Sorry bob, I couldn't resist....;)


Nobody saw this coming. :)

[bob]

Originally posted by Indiana Sev
Sorry bob, I couldn't resist....;)


Nobody saw this coming. :)


If you'll check, you'll see that I also predicted Jersey making it to the cup final out of the E