The OFFICIAL NHL 2009-10 Offseason Thread - Page 25

Dr. Sak · 09-23-2009, 12:09 PM

Another Down Goes Brown Gem!

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3. Tie Domi vs a fat Flyers fan

Here's an actual transcript of what's going through this fan's mind. "Hey, Domi just sprayed water on me, which technically ends my month-long streak of not bathing! I think I'll bang on the glass and try to look tough when I know he can't reach me. Hm, I wonder if this glass can support 300 lbs of cheesesteak and loneliness? No, apparently it can not. Oh god, I'm going to die. Also, I just soiled myself on national television. Go Flyers!"

HILARIOUS!

Pyser · 09-23-2009, 12:59 PM

id agree the devils wont get over 96 points, but i think theyll be a lot closer than you guys think. theyll be within 6.

Maple Leafs · 09-23-2009, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Sak

HILARIOUS!

I swear dude, when I wrote that I didn't know the guy was you.

Pumpy Tudors · 09-23-2009, 03:14 PM

I hope every game goes to overtime. Then we may have the possibility of every team going over the Vegas line in points!

samifan24 · 09-23-2009, 04:25 PM

When did Varlamov change the spelling of his first name?

Dr. Sak · 09-24-2009, 10:59 AM

http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=292399

Wayne Gretzky has stepped down as coach of the Coyotes.

RomaGoth · 09-24-2009, 11:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Dr. Sak

http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=292399

Wayne Gretzky has stepped down as coach of the Coyotes.

The Coyotes have turned into one of the worst - run teams in all of sports. Too bad, really. They should have stayed in Winnipeg.

Fidatelo · 09-24-2009, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by RomaGoth

The Coyotes have turned into one of the worst - run teams in all of sports. Too bad, really. They should have stayed in Winnipeg.

They weren't exactly well-run in Winnipeg, but yes, I agree with the sentiment.

DeToxRox · 09-24-2009, 11:23 AM

Better Wayne resign then eventually get fired by whoever the new owner would be. Talk about a tough gig to have to do.

bbor · 09-24-2009, 11:37 AM

8 Mil a year is too much for a bankrupt team to handle i guess.

RomaGoth · 09-24-2009, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by bbor

8 Mil a year is too much for a bankrupt team to handle i guess.

Especially for a coach that, well let's face it, really did nothing in 4 years with this team. Not all his fault of course, but you have to at least show signs of going forward. This team didn't even tread water with Gretzky as coach, if anything they regressed.

bbor · 09-24-2009, 08:10 PM

Interesting...he was never a crasher and banger while he played...

Habs D Brisebois retires, eyes auto racing career - NHL News - FOX Sports on MSN

bbor · 09-24-2009, 08:11 PM

Dola...BTW....i think his NHL nickaname (Breeze-by) will suit him in his new career.

RomaGoth · 09-24-2009, 09:23 PM

Moved the cable box into my room (I am renting a room in a house until next year), and BOOM!!!

NHL Center Ice later this month is coming, and right now watching Tampa Bay/Edmonton preseason game on the NHL Network. Can't remember the last time I watched an NHL game that wasn't on network tv.

Loving it.

Chief Rum · 09-24-2009, 09:38 PM

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Originally Posted by RomaGoth

Moved the cable box into my room (I am renting a room in a house until next year), and BOOM!!!

NHL Center Ice later this month is coming, and right now watching Tampa Bay/Edmonton preseason game on the NHL Network. Can't remember the last time I watched an NHL game that wasn't on network tv.

Loving it.

How does Hedman look?

RomaGoth · 09-24-2009, 09:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Chief Rum

How does Hedman look?

Haven't watched it closely enough. Not even sure what number he is.

bbor · 09-24-2009, 09:40 PM

Hedman looks very good....Having Ohlund playing with him will be a huge boost for the kid.

Honolulu_Blue · 09-25-2009, 12:39 PM

It looks like Brad May has the third annual Detroit Red Wings Annual "Brad Norton Tough Guy"* award. He's trying out with the Wings and will play tonight against Toronto. He'll be an incredible long shot to make the team. He may play in Grand Rapids (if he wants to), which will inevtibly lead to a bunch of people hoping the Wings call him up throughout the season.

*Past winners include: 2006-07: Brad Norton; 2007-2008: Aaron Downey; 2008-2009: Aaron Downey/Darren McCarty.

RomaGoth · 09-25-2009, 01:08 PM

Red Wings win some awards from The Sporting News. Seem to be some no-brainers here, especially regarding Holland being the best GM.

Red Wings quartet earns Sporting News All-Decade honors - NHL.com - News

RomaGoth · 09-25-2009, 01:09 PM

Dola

Theo Fleury let go by the Calgary Flames. Too bad, he was fun to watch. I doubt anyone will be interested in a 41 year old at this point though.

Flames release Fleury from tryout agreement - NHL.com - 2009 NHL Offseason News

RomaGoth · 09-25-2009, 03:57 PM

Double Dola (belated)

Devils add the "other" Niedermayer. I find it rather odd that the Ducks wouldn't take him back for one more season to play with his brother.

New Jersey Devils sign Rob Niedermayer to one-year deal - ESPN

Maple Leafs · 09-25-2009, 04:39 PM

Greatest sports name of all time?
The WHL ◊ Official Website

bhlloy · 09-25-2009, 05:16 PM

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Originally Posted by RomaGoth

Double Dola (belated)

Devils add the "other" Niedermayer. I find it rather odd that the Ducks wouldn't take him back for one more season to play with his brother.

New Jersey Devils sign Rob Niedermayer to one-year deal - ESPN

He has been pretty terrible for at least the last season. If his name was Smith he'd have been cut by the Ducks a long time ago. I'm very glad to have Scott back and just as glad to see Rob go. I can't see him making the Devils roster TBH.

Ajaxab · 09-25-2009, 05:51 PM

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Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Greatest sports name of all time?
The WHL ◊ Official Website

If there was a kid who was ever destined to play for his hometown team, it would be him.

Suburban Rhythm · 09-25-2009, 07:40 PM

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Originally Posted by RomaGoth

Red Wings win some awards from The Sporting News. Seem to be some no-brainers here, especially regarding Holland being the best GM.

Red Wings quartet earns Sporting News All-Decade honors - NHL.com - News

Got my Sporting News yesterday as well. They are really going out on a limb predicting Pens-Wings III.

But then again, after seeing them have the Rangers 5th in the East, I'm not sure how much I put into their predictions.

Suburban Rhythm · 09-25-2009, 07:42 PM

Dola

Avs extend Hejduk one year

So, there goes one of the guys who contenders would have been after at the deadline.

RomaGoth · 09-25-2009, 08:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Got my Sporting News yesterday as well. They are really going out on a limb predicting Pens-Wings III.

But then again, after seeing them have the Rangers 5th in the East, I'm not sure how much I put into their predictions.

Hockey News has Flyers winning the Cup. HAHAHAHAHAHAHA.

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Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Dola

Avs extend Hejduk one year

So, there goes one of the guys who contenders would have been after at the deadline.

He could still be moved. One year extension doesn't mean all that much, although I would doubt it at this point.

bbor · 09-25-2009, 08:22 PM

Jeez....Osgood looks terrible tonight.

DeToxRox · 09-25-2009, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by bbor

Jeez....Osgood looks terrible tonight.

Try all preseason.

Honolulu_Blue · 09-25-2009, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by DeToxRox

Try all preseason.

Agreed.

Chief Rum · 09-25-2009, 09:33 PM

Note to self...

Draft Howard

DeToxRox · 09-25-2009, 10:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Chief Rum

Note to self...

Draft Howard

Note to CR ...

Draft Larsson because I honestly think he is going to end up in Detroit by January and Howard will end up, well, on a team that isn't in the state of Michigan.

Chief Rum · 09-26-2009, 02:46 AM

I know it's preseason...

I know the Sharks played their full complement of expected starters...

I know the Ducks sat several of their best players, including Getzlaf, Selanne, Koivu, Lupul, Niedermayer, Jiggy, Hiller and Wizniewski (so four of the top six F, 2 of the top 3 D, and both top GK)... (ping: Toronto fans, Pogge was in net)

And I know it was the second night of a back to back on the road...

But, damn, 6-0!!

bbor · 09-27-2009, 08:33 PM

The much vaunted D that Burke put together tonight looked like and AHL blueline as teh Leafs lose to the Sabres by a converted touchdown 7-6

bronconick · 09-28-2009, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Chief Rum

I know it's preseason...

I know the Sharks played their full complement of expected starters...

I know the Ducks sat several of their best players, including Getzlaf, Selanne, Koivu, Lupul, Niedermayer, Jiggy, Hiller and Wizniewski (so four of the top six F, 2 of the top 3 D, and both top GK)... (ping: Toronto fans, Pogge was in net)

And I know it was the second night of a back to back on the road...

But, damn, 6-0!!

More important then any of that when you're dealing with the Sharks is that we're talking September, not April.

The most embarrassing thing has to be the 3 goals, assist line for Douglas freaking Murray. Wish I could have seen that.

JetsIn06 · 09-29-2009, 11:26 AM

Quick question for you guys. Is there any sort of package that allows you to watch NHL games, similar to MLB.tv?

Honolulu_Blue · 09-29-2009, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by JetsIn06

Quick question for you guys. Is there any sort of package that allows you to watch NHL games, similar to MLB.tv?

Yes. There is the NHL Center Ice Package, which gives you all the games (outside your market) on TV.

There is also a very robust NHL GameCenter, which I think is similar to MLB.tv. It allows you to watch games on the internet. I think you can watch 4 games at one time.

Here's the info on both:

NHL Center Ice - NHL.com - NHL Center Ice

NHL.com - The National Hockey League

RomaGoth · 09-29-2009, 11:39 AM

There is also the NHL Network and Versus, although Versus has rather limited coverage. I am fortunate to have both of them + Center Ice this year.

JetsIn06 · 09-29-2009, 12:25 PM

Crap. I left out the most important requirement. I need to be able to watch on my computer.

JetsIn06 · 09-29-2009, 12:25 PM

Wow...it's more expensive than the MLB.tv package.

RomaGoth · 09-29-2009, 03:19 PM

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Wow...it's more expensive than the MLB.tv package.

This probably has nothing to do with anything here, but can someone please kick Gary Buttman in the nuts for me k thx

samifan24 · 09-29-2009, 03:30 PM

The NHL GameCenter Live package is overpriced, IMHO. Late last season they debuted a day pass for $20 and were shocked with fans cried foul on Twitter.

Travis · 09-29-2009, 03:34 PM

Not huge news but the Islanders have claimed Schremp off of waivers.

Assuming they don't turn around and try to sneak him through and to the farm, I'm really curious to see if they pair him and Tavares together on the PP. Good to see him (hopefully) getting a chance at the NHL level though, really too bad he never got a chance here before the numbers game caught up with him.

Honolulu_Blue · 09-29-2009, 03:35 PM

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Originally Posted by JetsIn06

Wow...it's more expensive than the MLB.tv package.

How much is the MLB.tv package?

JetsIn06 · 09-29-2009, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

How much is the MLB.tv package?

I'm fairly sure it was $120 for the year.

RomaGoth · 09-29-2009, 03:48 PM

Impressive win in Europe:

Lions roar against Blackhawks - NHL.com - 2009 Compuware NHL Premiere

RomaGoth · 09-29-2009, 03:50 PM

Dola

Really love this quote from the story:

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But perhaps nobody stood taller than Finnish legend Ari Sulander in goal. Sulander, known as "The Wall," is on the wrong side of 40...

RomaGoth · 09-29-2009, 03:50 PM

Double Dola

Pens sign Skoula

Penguins sign Skoula to 1-year deal - NHL.com - News

Pumpy Tudors · 09-29-2009, 04:31 PM

I had forgotten all about NHL GameCenter Live until I got an email from them the other night. They were reminding me that they would automatically start billing me this week. That's fine. I actually liked it a lot last season. If I could get all of the NHL Center Ice games in HD, I would do that, but it's not an option on my cable system. So I'd rather just watch on my computer. It's nice to have a league scoreboard right above the picture. If a game is late and close, I can click one button and switch over. I found myself doing that a lot last season. No jumping around on the TV just to see what the other scores are. I have it all right in front of me.

I definitely got my money's worth out of it.

RomaGoth · 09-29-2009, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

I had forgotten all about NHL GameCenter Live until I got an email from them the other night. They were reminding me that they would automatically start billing me this week. That's fine. I actually liked it a lot last season. If I could get all of the NHL Center Ice games in HD, I would do that, but it's not an option on my cable system. So I'd rather just watch on my computer. It's nice to have a league scoreboard right above the picture. If a game is late and close, I can click one button and switch over. I found myself doing that a lot last season. No jumping around on the TV just to see what the other scores are. I have it all right in front of me.

I definitely got my money's worth out of it.

Who is your cable provider?

09-23-2009, 03:14 PM	#1204
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	I hope every game goes to overtime. Then we may have the possibility of every team going over the Vegas line in points! __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

09-23-2009, 04:25 PM	#1205
samifan24 Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: NC	When did Varlamov change the spelling of his first name? __________________ "You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball...and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around all the time." -Jim Bouton

09-24-2009, 10:59 AM	#1206
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=292399 Wayne Gretzky has stepped down as coach of the Coyotes. Last edited by Dr. Sak : 09-24-2009 at 10:59 AM.

09-24-2009, 11:37 AM	#1210
bbor Pro Starter Join Date: May 2001 Location: toronto	8 Mil a year is too much for a bankrupt team to handle i guess. __________________ Pumpy Tudors Now that I've cracked and made that admission, I wonder if I'm only a couple of steps away from wanting to tongue-kiss Jaromir Jagr and give Bobby Clarke a blowjob.

09-24-2009, 08:10 PM	#1212
bbor Pro Starter Join Date: May 2001 Location: toronto	Interesting...he was never a crasher and banger while he played... Habs D Brisebois retires, eyes auto racing career - NHL News - FOX Sports on MSN __________________ Pumpy Tudors Now that I've cracked and made that admission, I wonder if I'm only a couple of steps away from wanting to tongue-kiss Jaromir Jagr and give Bobby Clarke a blowjob.

09-23-2009, 12:59 PM	#1202
Pyser Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Los Angeles	id agree the devils wont get over 96 points, but i think theyll be a lot closer than you guys think. theyll be within 6.

09-24-2009, 11:23 AM	#1209
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	Better Wayne resign then eventually get fired by whoever the new owner would be. Talk about a tough gig to have to do.

09-24-2009, 08:11 PM	#1213
bbor Pro Starter Join Date: May 2001 Location: toronto	Dola...BTW....i think his NHL nickaname (Breeze-by) will suit him in his new career. __________________ Pumpy Tudors Now that I've cracked and made that admission, I wonder if I'm only a couple of steps away from wanting to tongue-kiss Jaromir Jagr and give Bobby Clarke a blowjob.

09-24-2009, 09:40 PM	#1217
bbor Pro Starter Join Date: May 2001 Location: toronto	Hedman looks very good....Having Ohlund playing with him will be a huge boost for the kid. __________________ Pumpy Tudors Now that I've cracked and made that admission, I wonder if I'm only a couple of steps away from wanting to tongue-kiss Jaromir Jagr and give Bobby Clarke a blowjob.

09-25-2009, 12:39 PM	#1218
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	It looks like Brad May has the third annual Detroit Red Wings Annual "Brad Norton Tough Guy"* award. He's trying out with the Wings and will play tonight against Toronto. He'll be an incredible long shot to make the team. He may play in Grand Rapids (if he wants to), which will inevtibly lead to a bunch of people hoping the Wings call him up throughout the season. Past winners include: 2006-07: Brad Norton; 2007-2008: Aaron Downey; 2008-2009: Aaron Downey/Darren McCarty. __________________ Steve Yzerman*: 1,755 points in 1,514 regular season games. 185 points in 196 postseason games. A First-Team All-Star, Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Selke Trophy winner, Masterton Trophy winner, member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Olympic gold medallist, and a three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Longest serving captain of one team in the history of the NHL (19 seasons).

09-25-2009, 04:39 PM	#1222
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	Greatest sports name of all time? The WHL ◊ Official Website __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

09-25-2009, 07:42 PM	#1226
Suburban Rhythm Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Pittsburgh	Dola Avs extend Hejduk one year So, there goes one of the guys who contenders would have been after at the deadline. __________________ "Do you guys play fast tempos with odd time signatures?" "Yeah" "Cool!!"

09-25-2009, 08:22 PM	#1228
bbor Pro Starter Join Date: May 2001 Location: toronto	Jeez....Osgood looks terrible tonight. __________________ Pumpy Tudors Now that I've cracked and made that admission, I wonder if I'm only a couple of steps away from wanting to tongue-kiss Jaromir Jagr and give Bobby Clarke a blowjob.

09-25-2009, 09:33 PM	#1231
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	Note to self... Draft Howard __________________ . . I would rather be wrong...Than live in the shadows of your song...My mind is open wide...And now I'm ready to start...You're not sure...You open the door...And step out into the dark...Now I'm ready.

09-26-2009, 02:46 AM	#1233
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	I know it's preseason... I know the Sharks played their full complement of expected starters... I know the Ducks sat several of their best players, including Getzlaf, Selanne, Koivu, Lupul, Niedermayer, Jiggy, Hiller and Wizniewski (so four of the top six F, 2 of the top 3 D, and both top GK)... (ping: Toronto fans, Pogge was in net) And I know it was the second night of a back to back on the road... But, damn, 6-0!! __________________ . . I would rather be wrong...Than live in the shadows of your song...My mind is open wide...And now I'm ready to start...You're not sure...You open the door...And step out into the dark...Now I'm ready. Last edited by Chief Rum : 09-26-2009 at 02:48 AM.

09-27-2009, 08:33 PM	#1234
bbor Pro Starter Join Date: May 2001 Location: toronto	The much vaunted D that Burke put together tonight looked like and AHL blueline as teh Leafs lose to the Sabres by a converted touchdown 7-6 __________________ Pumpy Tudors Now that I've cracked and made that admission, I wonder if I'm only a couple of steps away from wanting to tongue-kiss Jaromir Jagr and give Bobby Clarke a blowjob.

09-29-2009, 11:26 AM	#1236
JetsIn06 Pro Rookie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rahway, NJ	Quick question for you guys. Is there any sort of package that allows you to watch NHL games, similar to MLB.tv?

09-29-2009, 12:25 PM	#1239
JetsIn06 Pro Rookie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rahway, NJ	Crap. I left out the most important requirement. I need to be able to watch on my computer.

09-29-2009, 12:25 PM	#1240
JetsIn06 Pro Rookie Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Rahway, NJ	Wow...it's more expensive than the MLB.tv package.

09-29-2009, 03:30 PM	#1242
samifan24 Pro Starter Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: NC	The NHL GameCenter Live package is overpriced, IMHO. Late last season they debuted a day pass for $20 and were shocked with fans cried foul on Twitter. __________________ "You spend a good piece of your life gripping a baseball...and in the end it turns out that it was the other way around all the time." -Jim Bouton

09-29-2009, 03:34 PM	#1243
Travis Pro Rookie Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Canada eh	Not huge news but the Islanders have claimed Schremp off of waivers. Assuming they don't turn around and try to sneak him through and to the farm, I'm really curious to see if they pair him and Tavares together on the PP. Good to see him (hopefully) getting a chance at the NHL level though, really too bad he never got a chance here before the numbers game caught up with him. __________________ "I don't want to play golf. When I hit a ball, I want someone else to go chase it." - Rogers Hornsby

09-29-2009, 04:31 PM	#1249
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	I had forgotten all about NHL GameCenter Live until I got an email from them the other night. They were reminding me that they would automatically start billing me this week. That's fine. I actually liked it a lot last season. If I could get all of the NHL Center Ice games in HD, I would do that, but it's not an option on my cable system. So I'd rather just watch on my computer. It's nice to have a league scoreboard right above the picture. If a game is late and close, I can click one button and switch over. I found myself doing that a lot last season. No jumping around on the TV just to see what the other scores are. I have it all right in front of me. I definitely got my money's worth out of it. __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

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