It's Here! The 2006-2007 NHL Season Thread - Page 2

Pumpy Tudors · 10-05-2006, 02:41 PM

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Originally Posted by sachmo71

Mogilny had (or has) a huge contract. Some guys just aren't "C" material.

Patrik Elias is "C" material, though. I didn't mean to suggest that the huge contract is all the evidence of that. It's just that the Devils put themselves over the salary cap to get him signed to a 7-year contract because they know they need him. Heck, the second half of last season proves how much they need him. Of all the Devils who don't wear goalie gear, Patrik Elias is the franchise now. He deserves to be a captain as much as Niedermayer did, and Niedermayer wore the "C" when Stevens was out injured a couple of years ago.

If the Devils ever get around to naming another captain, I could accept it going to Madden or Gionta or even Rafalski, but Elias is the one who should have it, in my opinion. I just don't understand why it hasn't happened yet.

sachmo71 · 10-05-2006, 02:46 PM

I think Madden would be the obvious choice, but I don't know enough about them. I just haven't heard alot about Elias being a leader.

bbor · 10-05-2006, 03:13 PM

Mickey mouse should be NJ's captain

Draft Dodger · 10-05-2006, 05:18 PM

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Mickey mouse should be NJ's captain

shut it, Wayne

Fidatelo · 10-05-2006, 05:52 PM

Just because Elias is a great player doesn't mean he should be a captain. No one ever 'deserves' to be captain based on their play either. And regardless of what a player might appear to be like, in terms of personality, via the media, the only ones who know if he is 'captain material' are the coaches and players.

MizzouRah · 10-05-2006, 09:35 PM

Lets...Go...Blues!!!!

caspanky · 10-05-2006, 09:45 PM

Blues scored quick, but less then 2 minutes later, the Sharks tie it right back up!!! Great tip in!

caspanky · 10-05-2006, 09:46 PM

K, so 3 goals in just under 4 minutes, this could be high scoring game.

Maple Leafs · 10-05-2006, 09:48 PM

We won a blowout in the regular season! We'll be Stanley Cup champions for sure! Running up the score when the opponent is having a bad night is the sign of a true champion!

(Sorry, just wanted to see what it was like to think like a Sens fan.)

Good game tonight. Let's hope they don't give it right back against the Habs on Saturday.

MizzouRah · 10-05-2006, 09:54 PM

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Originally Posted by caspanky

K, so 3 goals in just under 4 minutes, this could be high scoring game.

No penalties yet either? Wow.. interesting.

caspanky · 10-05-2006, 09:56 PM

1st Penalty, Hooking 8:37 in. Sharks on the power play!

caspanky · 10-05-2006, 09:59 PM

K, no goal on the power play, but that was some of the best puck movement I've seen from the sharks ever on a power play. some great quality scoring chances, just need to finish it off.

klayman · 10-05-2006, 10:04 PM

I think this will be the season that Maple Leafs finally snaps and goes on a killing spree.

Maple Leafs · 10-05-2006, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by klayman

I think this will be the season that Maple Leafs finally snaps and goes on a killing spree.

That's just ridiculous. What do you think I do, just sneak around engaging in random acts of violence?

bbor · 10-05-2006, 10:13 PM

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Originally Posted by klayman

I think this will be the season that Maple Leafs finally snaps and goes on a killing spree.

Too late?

klayman · 10-05-2006, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

That's just ridiculous. What do you think I do, just sneak around engaging in random acts of violence?

That was hardly random. Kerry has a picture of you along with a letter that says "if anything happens to him, this picture is of the guy that probably did it."

but then, so do I.

Johnny93g · 10-05-2006, 10:24 PM

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Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

That's just ridiculous. What do you think I do, just sneak around engaging in random acts of violence?

You are my hero

caspanky · 10-05-2006, 10:29 PM

"I fell. I broke my toe in three spots but the TV survived."

Well, at least he saved the TV.

caspanky · 10-05-2006, 11:03 PM

As much as I would have liked to have seen them overturn that goal, I agree with the call. Nice deflection. Tied up 3-3.

caspanky · 10-06-2006, 12:37 AM

Woohoo!! Sharks Win!! 5-4 in OT

Couple thoughts about the game:

-I hope that the ref that took the puck to the face is alright.
-As exciting as that game was, i really don't wanna see 81 more games like that for the Sharks. Games like this make you really appreaciate those "boring" 2-0 games.
-3 hours for a hockey game? Interesting night, lots of delays. Ref injury, broken boards, couple replays.
-I need to find some money to get to a couple games this season.

Suburban Rhythm · 10-06-2006, 07:12 AM

At their current pace, Sid Crosby, Michel Oullet and Jarkko Ruutu will all score 82 goals, tally 82 assists, for a total of 164 points. That is PROBABLY good enough for a 3-way tie for the Art Ross. I don't believe Petr Sykora and Steve Reinprecht can keep up their pace.

And MA Fleury will be 82-0, with an 0.00 GAA and 82 shutouts.

I love making predictions based on first games!

On a slightly more serious note...as the Pens were trying to preserve the shutout, with about 40 seconds to go, who should Michel Therrien put out at center? Jordan Staal! That speaks volumes about an 18 year old.

Pumpy Tudors · 10-06-2006, 07:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Fidatelo

Just because Elias is a great player doesn't mean he should be a captain. No one ever 'deserves' to be captain based on their play either. And regardless of what a player might appear to be like, in terms of personality, via the media, the only ones who know if he is 'captain material' are the coaches and players.

Obviously, I can only give my opinion based on what I do know. I'm not in the dressing room, and I've never met any of the players, so I don't know. My point about Elias is that he seems to be captain material, and the Devils must think so, too, as they just named him the captain last night.

bronconick · 10-06-2006, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by caspanky

Woohoo!! Sharks Win!! 5-4 in OT

Couple thoughts about the game:

-I hope that the ref that took the puck to the face is alright.
-As exciting as that game was, i really don't wanna see 81 more games like that for the Sharks. Games like this make you really appreaciate those "boring" 2-0 games.
-3 hours for a hockey game? Interesting night, lots of delays. Ref injury, broken boards, couple replays.
-I need to find some money to get to a couple games this season.

Gorges is brutal. Either Davison or Murray needs to take his spot because a bunch of St. Louis' actual scoring chances came from simply muscling him off the puck and going to the net. He needs to add about 15 pounds of muscle to be effective at all.

JonInMiddleGA · 10-06-2006, 08:02 AM

Meanwhile, in Atlanta, the new Thrashers reminded me a lot of the old Thrashers.

Led Tampa 2-0 after the 1st period, then managed only 2 SOG in the next 35 minutes, blowing the lead & eventually losing the SO.

Meanwhile, this quote from newcomer Steve Rucchin looks like something from recycled from many nights last season
"You get out of it pretty much what you put into it. It wasn't a very good 5-on-5 effort from our part. Maybe there was a lack of composure. We never had the puck to do anything. We chased all night and played a little sloppy."

Sigh. Don Waddell, your time is almost up.

sachmo71 · 10-06-2006, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

Obviously, I can only give my opinion based on what I do know. I'm not in the dressing room, and I've never met any of the players, so I don't know. My point about Elias is that he seems to be captain material, and the Devils must think so, too, as they just named him the captain last night.

Congrats!

MizzouRah · 10-06-2006, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by caspanky

Woohoo!! Sharks Win!! 5-4 in OT

Couple thoughts about the game:

-I hope that the ref that took the puck to the face is alright.
-As exciting as that game was, i really don't wanna see 81 more games like that for the Sharks. Games like this make you really appreaciate those "boring" 2-0 games.
-3 hours for a hockey game? Interesting night, lots of delays. Ref injury, broken boards, couple replays.
-I need to find some money to get to a couple games this season.

I fell asleep, but I'll take the point.

Fidatelo · 10-06-2006, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

Obviously, I can only give my opinion based on what I do know. I'm not in the dressing room, and I've never met any of the players, so I don't know. My point about Elias is that he seems to be captain material, and the Devils must think so, too, as they just named him the captain last night.

I'm just pointing out that it doesn't make sense for people to say things like "so and so deserves to be captain". I'm all for arm-chair quarterbacking most things about pro sports, but it just doesn't fit when it comes to something like team captain.

Pumpy Tudors · 10-06-2006, 11:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Fidatelo

I'm just pointing out that it doesn't make sense for people to say things like "so and so deserves to be captain". I'm all for arm-chair quarterbacking most things about pro sports, but it just doesn't fit when it comes to something like team captain.

OK, then.

sachmo71 · 10-06-2006, 12:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Fidatelo

I'm just pointing out that it doesn't make sense for people to say things like "so and so deserves to be captain". I'm all for arm-chair quarterbacking most things about pro sports, but it just doesn't fit when it comes to something like team captain.

Except in this case, it appears he was pretty much on the mark. So i'll listen to armchair pumpy from now on.

caspanky · 10-06-2006, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by caspanky

-I hope that the ref that took the puck to the face is alright.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=2615680

Some good news there. Sounds like the ref's okay, nothing serious. Gonna get a week off from work, but sounds like he'll be alright.

Draft Dodger · 10-06-2006, 04:32 PM

speaking of, Mick McGeough, he actually looks even more ridiculous with a real helmet on his helmet-head

sterlingice · 10-06-2006, 11:40 PM

After 1 game, the Blackhawks lead the Central and are in a playoff spot and tied for tops in the league in scoring

SI

Tekneek · 10-07-2006, 05:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Draft Dodger

speaking of, Mick McGeough, he actually looks even more ridiculous with a real helmet on his helmet-head

He had a helmet head? Are you thinking of Kerry Fraser?

Draft Dodger · 10-07-2006, 06:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Tekneek

He had a helmet head? Are you thinking of Kerry Fraser?

nah. Fraser was king, but McGeough had a pretty good funky coiff going on as well

Pumpy Tudors · 10-07-2006, 10:28 AM

The Devils absolutely destroyed the Candy Canes on Friday night. It's a great start to the season, and the new captain scored a goal. Brodeur was especially sharp late in the second period when the Canes were trying to get back into the game. Zach Parise is also looking strong, and I'm expecting a big season out of him. I hope he doesn't disappoint me!

dervack · 10-07-2006, 02:38 PM

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Originally Posted by sterlingice

After 1 game, the Blackhawks lead the Central and are in a playoff spot and tied for tops in the league in scoring

SI

See told u.

Logan · 10-07-2006, 06:19 PM

Rangers have now scored in the first minute of both games this season. Nylander puts one on the board.

sachmo71 · 10-08-2006, 01:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

The Devils absolutely destroyed the Candy Canes on Friday night. It's a great start to the season, and the new captain scored a goal. Brodeur was especially sharp late in the second period when the Canes were trying to get back into the game. Zach Parise is also looking strong, and I'm expecting a big season out of him. I hope he doesn't disappoint me!

Devils left a lot of pucks sitting around in the slot tonight.

Pumpy Tudors · 10-08-2006, 07:08 PM

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Originally Posted by sachmo71

Devils left a lot of pucks sitting around in the slot tonight.

Very true. A lot of things went wrong for the Devils in Dallas last night. Having to play in Raleigh one night and Dallas the next may be a little taxing, but there's no excuse for not playing good defense. The Devils were moving in the wrong direction all night, and I guess it's good for them to get this out of their system now and regroup before Thursday's game with Toronto.

sachmo71 · 10-08-2006, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Pumpy Tudors

Very true. A lot of things went wrong for the Devils in Dallas last night. Having to play in Raleigh one night and Dallas the next may be a little taxing, but there's no excuse for not playing good defense. The Devils were moving in the wrong direction all night, and I guess it's good for them to get this out of their system now and regroup before Thursday's game with Toronto.

I thought they played well, overall, but was surpsied by the defensive lapses and lack of a sustained rush off of turnovers. Brodeur made some huge saves, though. He's friggin' amazing...still.

Suburban Rhythm · 10-09-2006, 07:17 AM

Pens are brought back to earth Saturday night vs. DET.

They only put up 13 shots against the Wings...it was a whole different game, as opposed to Philly, since the Wings actually had D that could skate!

Still, compared to seasons past, when the Pens would have lost that game 8-0, this is an upgrade. They were in this game until the final 2 minutes or so.

Is this what they call a moral victory?

Honolulu_Blue · 10-09-2006, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Pens are brought back to earth Saturday night vs. DET.

They only put up 13 shots against the Wings...it was a whole different game, as opposed to Philly, since the Wings actually had D that could skate!

Still, compared to seasons past, when the Pens would have lost that game 8-0, this is an upgrade. They were in this game until the final 2 minutes or so.

Is this what they call a moral victory?

It was a solid defensive effort by the Wings on Saturday. They looked very organized in their own end and backchecked well.

Hrmmm... A good defensive effort and Lilja was a healthy scratch... Coencidence? Oh, I think not.

MizzouRah · 10-09-2006, 10:29 AM

Is it me, or are they calling TONS and TONS of penalties this year. I've only watched two games, but it's to the point where it makes me want to turn the channel.

Suburban Rhythm · 10-09-2006, 11:04 AM

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Originally Posted by MizzouRah

Is it me, or are they calling TONS and TONS of penalties this year. I've only watched two games, but it's to the point where it makes me want to turn the channel.

Same as last October.

Last year was players adjusting to the new rules--or, really, the old rules finally being called.

This year, I guess it is the players testing the officials to see if they'll call the new rules, er...old rules applied in the new method...the same way they did last year.

Oilers9911 · 10-09-2006, 11:42 AM

Edmonton looked pretty good against Calgary in the home and home. All the doomsayers predicting them for 12th in the West (Hello Hockey News) are going to be eating crow.

Karim · 10-09-2006, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by Oilers9911

Edmonton looked pretty good against Calgary in the home and home. All the doomsayers predicting them for 12th in the West (Hello Hockey News) are going to be eating crow.

I went to Calgary's home opener. Edmonton has among the deepest corps of skilled forwards in the league and their "no name" defence seem to be able to do the job. Smid impressed me in terms of his composure for a 20 year old. I still don't particularly like Bergeron except on the offensive side of things. Smith and Staios can play on any team. There's no doubt in my mind that Edmonton makes the playoffs.

Draft Dodger · 10-09-2006, 12:42 PM

I think Edmonton wins the NW. It's going to be a dogfight, though - there's potential to be 4 really good teams (plus Vancouver) out there.

Tekneek · 10-09-2006, 12:46 PM

The penalties seem down compared to this point last year. I don't see it affecting the enjoyment of the game for me. I blame the players for the penalties most of the time. I only blame the officials when the calls aren't consistent.

Draft Dodger · 10-09-2006, 12:58 PM

Hurricanes C Kevyn Adams suffered a cut over his left eye in a fight with teammate Bret Hedican midway through an hour-long skating session as the tension of a winless season overflowed on the RecZone ice. - Raleigh News Observer

sweet

Honolulu_Blue · 10-09-2006, 01:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Draft Dodger

Hurricanes C Kevyn Adams suffered a cut over his left eye in a fight with teammate Bret Hedican midway through an hour-long skating session as the tension of a winless season overflowed on the RecZone ice. - Raleigh News Observer

sweet

Way to kick some ass, Mr. Yamaguchi!

Wow. They've only lost, what, two games? And they are already resulting to fistacuffs?

10-05-2006, 03:13 PM	#53
bbor Pro Starter Join Date: May 2001 Location: toronto	Mickey mouse should be NJ's captain __________________ 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.

10-05-2006, 05:52 PM	#55
Fidatelo Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, MB	Just because Elias is a great player doesn't mean he should be a captain. No one ever 'deserves' to be captain based on their play either. And regardless of what a player might appear to be like, in terms of personality, via the media, the only ones who know if he is 'captain material' are the coaches and players. __________________ "Breakfast? Breakfast schmekfast, look at the score for God's sake. It's only the second period and I'm winning 12-2. Breakfasts come and go, Rene, but Hartford, the Whale, they only beat Vancouver maybe once or twice in a lifetime."

10-05-2006, 09:48 PM	#59
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	We won a blowout in the regular season! We'll be Stanley Cup champions for sure! Running up the score when the opponent is having a bad night is the sign of a true champion! (Sorry, just wanted to see what it was like to think like a Sens fan.) Good game tonight. Let's hope they don't give it right back against the Habs on Saturday. __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

10-06-2006, 07:12 AM	#71
Suburban Rhythm Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Pittsburgh	At their current pace, Sid Crosby, Michel Oullet and Jarkko Ruutu will all score 82 goals, tally 82 assists, for a total of 164 points. That is PROBABLY good enough for a 3-way tie for the Art Ross. I don't believe Petr Sykora and Steve Reinprecht can keep up their pace. And MA Fleury will be 82-0, with an 0.00 GAA and 82 shutouts. I love making predictions based on first games! On a slightly more serious note...as the Pens were trying to preserve the shutout, with about 40 seconds to go, who should Michel Therrien put out at center? Jordan Staal! That speaks volumes about an 18 year old. __________________ "Do you guys play fast tempos with odd time signatures?" "Yeah" "Cool!!" Last edited by Suburban Rhythm : 10-06-2006 at 07:20 AM.

10-06-2006, 08:02 AM	#74
JonInMiddleGA Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Behind Enemy Lines in Athens, GA	Meanwhile, in Atlanta, the new Thrashers reminded me a lot of the old Thrashers. Led Tampa 2-0 after the 1st period, then managed only 2 SOG in the next 35 minutes, blowing the lead & eventually losing the SO. Meanwhile, this quote from newcomer Steve Rucchin looks like something from recycled from many nights last season "You get out of it pretty much what you put into it. It wasn't a very good 5-on-5 effort from our part. Maybe there was a lack of composure. We never had the puck to do anything. We chased all night and played a little sloppy." Sigh. Don Waddell, your time is almost up. __________________ "I lit another cigarette. Unless I specifically inform you to the contrary, I am always lighting another cigarette." - from a novel by Martin Amis

10-05-2006, 02:46 PM	#52
sachmo71 The boy who cried Trout Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: TX	I think Madden would be the obvious choice, but I don't know enough about them. I just haven't heard alot about Elias being a leader.

10-05-2006, 09:35 PM	#56
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	Lets...Go...Blues!!!!

10-05-2006, 09:45 PM	#57
caspanky Mascot Join Date: Aug 2004	Blues scored quick, but less then 2 minutes later, the Sharks tie it right back up!!! Great tip in!

10-05-2006, 09:46 PM	#58
caspanky Mascot Join Date: Aug 2004	K, so 3 goals in just under 4 minutes, this could be high scoring game.

10-05-2006, 09:56 PM	#61
caspanky Mascot Join Date: Aug 2004	1st Penalty, Hooking 8:37 in. Sharks on the power play!

10-05-2006, 09:59 PM	#62
caspanky Mascot Join Date: Aug 2004	K, no goal on the power play, but that was some of the best puck movement I've seen from the sharks ever on a power play. some great quality scoring chances, just need to finish it off.

10-05-2006, 10:04 PM	#63
klayman College Benchwarmer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Edmonton	I think this will be the season that Maple Leafs finally snaps and goes on a killing spree.

10-05-2006, 10:29 PM	#68
caspanky Mascot Join Date: Aug 2004	"I fell. I broke my toe in three spots but the TV survived." Well, at least he saved the TV.

10-05-2006, 11:03 PM	#69
caspanky Mascot Join Date: Aug 2004	As much as I would have liked to have seen them overturn that goal, I agree with the call. Nice deflection. Tied up 3-3.

10-06-2006, 12:37 AM	#70
caspanky Mascot Join Date: Aug 2004	Woohoo!! Sharks Win!! 5-4 in OT Couple thoughts about the game: -I hope that the ref that took the puck to the face is alright. -As exciting as that game was, i really don't wanna see 81 more games like that for the Sharks. Games like this make you really appreaciate those "boring" 2-0 games. -3 hours for a hockey game? Interesting night, lots of delays. Ref injury, broken boards, couple replays. -I need to find some money to get to a couple games this season.

10-06-2006, 04:32 PM	#81
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	speaking of, Mick McGeough, he actually looks even more ridiculous with a real helmet on his helmet-head __________________ Mile High Hockey

10-06-2006, 11:40 PM	#82
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	After 1 game, the Blackhawks lead the Central and are in a playoff spot and tied for tops in the league in scoring SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

10-07-2006, 10:28 AM	#85
Pumpy Tudors Bounty Hunter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	The Devils absolutely destroyed the Candy Canes on Friday night. It's a great start to the season, and the new captain scored a goal. Brodeur was especially sharp late in the second period when the Canes were trying to get back into the game. Zach Parise is also looking strong, and I'm expecting a big season out of him. I hope he doesn't disappoint me! __________________ No, I am not Batman, and I will not repair your food processor.

10-07-2006, 06:19 PM	#87
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	Rangers have now scored in the first minute of both games this season. Nylander puts one on the board.

10-09-2006, 07:17 AM	#91
Suburban Rhythm Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Pittsburgh	Pens are brought back to earth Saturday night vs. DET. They only put up 13 shots against the Wings...it was a whole different game, as opposed to Philly, since the Wings actually had D that could skate! Still, compared to seasons past, when the Pens would have lost that game 8-0, this is an upgrade. They were in this game until the final 2 minutes or so. Is this what they call a moral victory? __________________ "Do you guys play fast tempos with odd time signatures?" "Yeah" "Cool!!"

10-09-2006, 10:29 AM	#93
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	Is it me, or are they calling TONS and TONS of penalties this year. I've only watched two games, but it's to the point where it makes me want to turn the channel.

10-09-2006, 11:42 AM	#95
Oilers9911 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Jan 2006	Edmonton looked pretty good against Calgary in the home and home. All the doomsayers predicting them for 12th in the West (Hello Hockey News) are going to be eating crow.

10-09-2006, 12:42 PM	#97
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	I think Edmonton wins the NW. It's going to be a dogfight, though - there's potential to be 4 really good teams (plus Vancouver) out there. __________________ Mile High Hockey

10-09-2006, 12:46 PM	#98
Tekneek Pro Rookie Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: USA	The penalties seem down compared to this point last year. I don't see it affecting the enjoyment of the game for me. I blame the players for the penalties most of the time. I only blame the officials when the calls aren't consistent.

10-09-2006, 12:58 PM	#99
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	Hurricanes C Kevyn Adams suffered a cut over his left eye in a fight with teammate Bret Hedican midway through an hour-long skating session as the tension of a winless season overflowed on the RecZone ice. - Raleigh News Observer sweet __________________ Mile High Hockey

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