The OFFICIAL 2008-09 NHL Thread

[samifan24]

Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

I don't know the exact player (was it Ryan Malone), but a game about a week ago, Hartnell threw his glove at a player on a breakaway.

The Pens player was given a penalty shot for that, right?

[Dr. Sak]

Yeah it was Malone for Tampa and he was given a penalty shot.

[Dr. Sak]

[sterlingice]

I think he said something about a truck when they panned to him after the penalty shot

SI

[bbor]

OMG...what a stupid play..LOL

[Suburban Rhythm]

Almost Avery-like

[Honolulu_Blue]

You know, Detroit plays Colorado tonight and I had no idea who the Wings were playing until I heard it on the radio this morning.

I miss the good old days of that rivalry...

[Dr. Sak]

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[Maple Leafs]

Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

I miss the good old days of that rivalry...

This should be the offical slogan of the Bettman era.

[Draft Dodger]

Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

You know, Detroit plays Colorado tonight and I had no idea who the Wings were playing until I heard it on the radio this morning.

I miss the good old days of that rivalry...

I guess the Wings didn't hear about it either.

[Honolulu_Blue]

Originally Posted by Draft Dodger

I guess the Wings didn't hear about it either.

They clearly seemed to forget that the game started at 7 as opposed to 7:30. Damn youse, Versus! Damn youse!

Then again, the Wings' M.O. this year has either been going up early and then blowing the lead or going down early and then playing catch up the rest of the way, usually tying things up in the third.

Other than a few games were they scored an empty net goal, there have been very, very few games that the Wings have won by more than one goal.

[sachmo71]

FINALLY made it to a hockey game last night. Saw the Stars take care of the Coyotes in overtime. I was sad that I didn't recognize a few of the names on the roster, but some of the old standbys were still there. I need to get back into the game.

[Maple Leafs]

Render, Noskillz, etc.... your suspicions confirmed:

Down Goes Brown: Inside the NHL's War Room... wait, what's that? - Toronto Maple Leafs Blog - Humor. Commentary. Despair.

[Galaxy]

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Render, Noskillz, etc.... your suspicions confirmed:

Down Goes Brown: Inside the NHL's War Room... wait, what's that? - Toronto Maple Leafs Blog - Humor. Commentary. Despair.

Haha.

In last night's game, one of Devils players tried to leap over (without any help) Miller in the net, while he failed miserably. The Devils scored as he passed the puck behind him as the Devils played leaped over him. I guess that wasn't goaltender infererence.

[NoSkillz]

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Render, Noskillz, etc.... your suspicions confirmed:

Down Goes Brown: Inside the NHL's War Room... wait, what's that? - Toronto Maple Leafs Blog - Humor. Commentary. Despair.

[Suburban Rhythm]

Sundin saga is over....Vancouver, where he should have just signed 4 months ago.

No idea on terms.

http://tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=260123&l...=topStory_main

[Honolulu_Blue]

Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Sundin saga is over....Vancouver, where he should have just signed 4 months ago.

No idea on terms.

http://tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=260123&l...=topStory_main

Phew.

I'm glad that's finally over. It's been keeping me on edge for months...

I am excited by the prospect of a: Sedin-Sundin-Sedin line. That could be enjoyable.

I hope it's for the full $10 million per year.

[Draft Dodger]

Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

I am excited by the prospect of a: Sedin-Sundin-Sedin line. That could be enjoyable.

and now maybe the 3 of them can package themselves together on the free agent market this summer

[Wolfpack]

Hard to tell if this is a rebound or merely a dead cat bounce, but Carolina has gotten a point in six straight and won back-to-back games for the first time in almost a month with an OT win over Florida. Carolina is now 3-1-3 in the seven games since Maurice returned to the bench. They've definitely been a bit better on defense aside from the utter collapse against Philadelphia last Thursday. Only problem is aside from that collapse game where they scored five goals, Carolina still can't seem to score on offense. Tonight was a good example as Carolina generally outplayed Florida for very long stretches (37-20 on shots), but still needed to go to OT to win. Part of that is that Vokoun was on a roll for much of the game, but there still is the irritating tendency to either make too nifty a pass, too nifty a skating move, or plain just fire it at the goal and hope.

Corvo's had a good couple of games of late, netting game winners in each of the last two games including a very pretty effort tonight with OT winding down that saw him weave through the Florida defense and flick a backhander that beat Vokoun badly for the win.

[DeToxRox]

Wings played their first real complete game in weeks, with a 6-0 thrashing of San Jose.

The Sharks were coming off 3 in 4 days, which was what happened when SJ beat Detroit 4-2 in the Tank, but regardless, Detroit looked awesome in all facets finally.

Hopefully Detroit can string a couple together like this one.

[Chief Rum]

Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

I am excited by the prospect of a: Sedin-Sundin-Sedin line. That could be enjoyable.

This could be the biggest test NHL broadcasters have ever had.

[samifan24]

David Krejci nets his first career hat trick in Boston's wild 8-5 win over the Maple Leafs. Krejci is now 21st in the league in scoring and has something like 23 points in his last 13 games. I really believe he is the best player no one outside of Boston has heard of.

[TurnerONU22]

Exhibit A of why the Toronto War Room is garbage:



Jackets and Stars tied at 5 into OT. Manny Malhotra goes to the net and the puck bounces in. Good goal on the ice. However, the war room decides to waive it off with a "distinct kicking motion". Apparently you can kick the puck in with only 1 skate on the ice. I didn't realize hockey players were that talented.

Of course, it goes into a shootout and the Stars win.

I'm still baffled by this call. If you watch it in slow motion like 20 times, you can see where it appears that he directs it in. However, his other skate is not on the ice at the time, so I can't see how you can kick the puck in on only 1 skate. Also, he's making the move because he's being pushed from behind and he doesn't want to run Turco over.

Here is Hitch's quote after the game:

We won the hockey game. We won the hockey game. It was a good goal. I don’t care what anybody says, we won the hockey game. We outplayed them and we won the hockey game. They can put up whatever score they want down there, they can put up whatever score they want in the National Hockey League. We won the hockey game. That player did not kick it. All he tried to do was get out of the way of the goaltender.

[Suburban Rhythm]

I'm guessing that his foot continued forward and directed the puck into the net was the reasoning. Honestly, had he plowed over Turco and therefore no longer continued skating, it probably would have counted.

The puck was in contact with his skate for too long I guess. Not saying that makes the call right, but probably what they saw.

[TurnerONU22]

Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Honestly, had he plowed over Turco and therefore no longer continued skating, it probably would have counted.

You're absolutely right here and what makes me furious. That's my argument of why its not a distinct motion, he's avoiding running Turco. Of course, if he runs Turco, he'll get an interference penalty and the goal won't count.

[Draft Dodger]

Originally Posted by Chief Rum

This could be the biggest test NHL broadcasters have ever had.

after Stastny - Stastny - Stastny, you mean?

[Suburban Rhythm]

Originally Posted by TurnerONU22

You're absolutely right here and what makes me furious. That's my argument of why its not a distinct motion, he's avoiding running Turco. Of course, if he runs Turco, he'll get an interference penalty and the goal won't count.

There was a goal disallowed Pens vs Sens in the first round of the 07 playoffs. Crosby's leg was pinned underneath him, as he fell, driving the net. Trying to straighten his leg back out, the puck, on a rebound, hits Crosby's skate and goes in. No goal, distinct kicking motion. To me, distinct kicking motion you have to be aware the puck is in a playable position.

In that case, and this, I'd argue the player (Crosby before and Malhotra here) even are aware the puck is in their feet.

[Fidatelo]

Personally I think the NHL should just do away with disallowing goals that are kicked in. Unless they are afraid of people kicking with their skates and hurting goalies (which I guess is maybe the case?), I can't see a good reason why it shouldn't be perfectly ok to kick the puck in if you can pull it off.

[Hurst2112]

We won the hockey game. We won the hockey game. It was a good goal. I don’t care what anybody says, we won the hockey game. We outplayed them and we won the hockey game. They can put up whatever score they want down there, they can put up whatever score they want in the National Hockey League. We won the hockey game. That player did not kick it. All he tried to do was get out of the way of the goaltender.

christ hitch, save it for the post season.

[Dr. Sak]

Merry Christmas Sabers Fans

[TurnerONU22]

Originally Posted by Hurst2112

christ hitch, save it for the post season.

Post season? The NHL has a playoff?

Sincerely,
Columbus Blue Jackets Fans

[Galaxy]

Originally Posted by Chief Rum

This could be the biggest test NHL broadcasters have ever had.

Throw in the fact that they are all scoring machines from Sweden.

[Suburban Rhythm]

Penguins wheel and deal...

Max Talbot signs 2 year extension, no word on $

Deal minor league winger Jon Filewich to St. Louis for a conditional 6th round pick

Something big is coming!!

[Honolulu_Blue]

Wow. I would be awesome at this job and I would love it. I am also totally qualified. I have above average Excel and Powerpoint skills. Unfortunately, I need to get paid and I wouldn't get college credit...

Hockey Operations Intern (Spring 2009) - Tampa Bay Lightning (Tampa, FL)

The Hockey Operations Intern will work with the Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations, Assistant General Managers and Hockey Operations Coordinator. The internship will provide an in depth look as to what is involved in running a professional hockey team as well a chance to actively contribute and be a part of the organization and its culture.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and design player statistic spreadsheets
• Review and update current NHL and AHL depth charts and monitor trade/assignments
• Develop new systems for analyzing past player performance and trends
• Work with coaching and training staff on an as needed and directed basis
• Coordinate with organization’s scouts on communication and reporting systems
• Assist with general operations of the team’s AHL affiliate, the Norfolk Admirals.

REQUIREMENTS:
Full or part-time (minimum 20 hours per week) will be considered. Ability to work game-nights as requested. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint required. Must be available to start in early January.


THIS IS AN UNPAID INTERNSHIP POSITION.


YOU MUST BE ABLE TO RECEIVE COLLEGE CREDIT FOR THE INTERNSHIP.

[Suburban Rhythm]

Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

Wow. I would be awesome at this job and I would love it. I am also totally qualified. I have above average Excel and Powerpoint skills. Unfortunately, I need to get paid and I wouldn't get college credit...

Hockey Operations Intern (Spring 2009) - Tampa Bay Lightning (Tampa, FL)

The Hockey Operations Intern will work with the Executive Vice President of Hockey Operations, Assistant General Managers and Hockey Operations Coordinator. The internship will provide an in depth look as to what is involved in running a professional hockey team as well a chance to actively contribute and be a part of the organization and its culture.


RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Research and design player statistic spreadsheets
• Review and update current NHL and AHL depth charts and monitor trade/assignments
• Develop new systems for analyzing past player performance and trends
• Work with coaching and training staff on an as needed and directed basis
• Coordinate with organization’s scouts on communication and reporting systems
• Assist with general operations of the team’s AHL affiliate, the Norfolk Admirals.

REQUIREMENTS:
Full or part-time (minimum 20 hours per week) will be considered. Ability to work game-nights as requested. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint required. Must be available to start in early January.


THIS IS AN UNPAID INTERNSHIP POSITION.


YOU MUST BE ABLE TO RECEIVE COLLEGE CREDIT FOR THE INTERNSHIP.

You'd be the head coach by August.

[Hurst2112]

Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

You'd be the head coach by August.

hah! good one.

Bases his tactics for each game playing EHM the night before.

[Travis]

Originally Posted by Hurst2112

hah! good one.

Bases his tactics for each game playing EHM the night before.

I wish that's what MacTavish would do instead of using NHL 09.

[Galaxy]

I love Crosby's "fight" last night (nailing the guy in the nuts from behind).

[Dr. Sak]

Originally Posted by Galaxy

I love Crosby's "fight" last night (nailing the guy in the nuts from behind).

I was just about to post that, I didn't see the "highlights" till this morning! What a douchebag.

[Suburban Rhythm]

Originally Posted by Dr. Sak

I was just about to post that, I didn't see the "highlights" till this morning! What a douchebag.

So you are saying you admit he threw more punches than Richards did vs. Cooke?

[Galaxy]

Originally Posted by Dr. Sak

I was just about to post that, I didn't see the "highlights" till this morning! What a douchebag.

Was he a third man in on that fight?

[Galaxy]

Here's a link to the fight:

hxxp://nhl.fanhouse.com/2008/12/19/sidney-crosbys-fighting-style-dirty-as-i-wanna-be/

[Galaxy]

So sucker punching a guy in the face is not a game misconduct?

hxxp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qp3EucOdg2M

Peters challenged Gauthier after the fight and he wouldn't fight.

Am I wrong to think that the investiagtor penalty allows for cheap shots?

[Suburban Rhythm]

Originally Posted by Galaxy

Was he a third man in on that fight?

If he was the 3rd man in, Valabik was the 4th and Letang the 5th. Orpik/Reasoner was the original "fight".

If you want to call Crosby/Valabik engaged, then Letang would be the 3rd guy in there. But then this wouldn't even have made it here. Letang being the 3rd guy in is no fun.

[Galaxy]

Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

If he was the 3rd man in, Valabik was the 4th and Letang the 5th. Orpik/Reasoner was the original "fight".

If you want to call Crosby/Valabik engaged, then Letang would be the 3rd guy in there. But then this wouldn't even have made it here. Letang being the 3rd guy in is no fun.

Thanks. I really didn't see the whole fight outside of Crosby.

[Travis]

Bizarre incident early in the Ducks/Oilers game. Selanne getting taken into the boards by Grebeshkov stays down and at first look it appears he got cut in the face. As he's going off the ice he doesn't put any weight on his left leg and from replays they figure he cut himself with his own skate during the hit. No word on how bad it is yet but quite a bit of blood was left on the ice.

Really hope the cut is relatively superficial and nothing serious.

[Galaxy]

Sabres beat the Kings 5-0. Kaleta may be out due to the cheapshot.

[Suburban Rhythm]

TB waived Jussi Jokinen.

Good thing they got rid of Melrose to right the ship.

[Honolulu_Blue]

Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

TB waived Jussi Jokinen.

Good thing they got rid of Melrose to right the ship.

If they would have hired me as their intern in June none of this would have happened.

[Suburban Rhythm]

maybe if nobody picks him up, they'll bring him back as the intern?
That whole backup goalie/GM thing worked out for Garth Snow.