It's Here! The Thread For the 2003-04 NHL Regular Season!

[Tekneek]

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Of all the players in the NHL, Hull is #2 as far as being in love with the sound of his own voice. Three guesses who #1 is...

Jeremy Roenick?

[Hurst2112]

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

True. In fact is was before the hit, so no bearing at all. I just thought it was funny to see Hull have to backtrack.

Of all the players in the NHL, Hull is #2 as far as being in love with the sound of his own voice. Three guesses who #1 is...

I hear you cluckin' big chicken...hehe

Answer to your question...

SKYDOG

[Tekneek]

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Hey, seems like the Flyers' goaltending situation is imploding, right on schedule.

So, is he going to blame it on Hackett's untimely retirement? Somebody other than Clarke has to take the blame...

[klayman]

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Of all the players in the NHL, Hull is #2 as far as being in love with the sound of his own voice. Three guesses who #1 is...

Does Ken Dryden count?

[klayman]

dola

It might be time for some shady players ML. We're overdue

[Maple Leafs]

Originally Posted by Tekneek

Jeremy Roenick?

Bingo.

Roenick is so bad that he didn't even shut up when his jaw was wired shut.

"Hey everyone, I have a concussion. There are also spots on my x-ray. Um, my doctor says I could die any die now. Oh dear god please won't someone pay attention to me???"

[bbor]

Eric Lindross' mother and father?

[Honolulu_Blue]

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

Bingo.

Roenick is so bad that he didn't even shut up when his jaw was wired shut.

"Hey everyone, I have a concussion. There are also spots on my x-ray. Um, my doctor says I could die any die now. Oh dear god please won't someone pay attention to me???"

Agreed. Though I hate the f*cker with the burning passion of a thousand suns, Roy's retort to Roenick mouthing off during the play-offs one year was classic.

Roenick blabbed on and on about something and when the reporters asked Roy about what Roenick said, Roy replied "I don't know. I couldn't hear Jeremy Roenick because I had my Stanley Cup rings in my ears."

Classic.

[Hurst2112]

Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

Agreed. Though I hate the f*cker with the burning passion of a thousand suns, Roy's retort to Roenick mouthing off during the play-offs one year was classic.

Roenick blabbed on and on about something and when the reporters asked Roy about what Roenick said, Roy replied "I don't know. I couldn't hear Jeremy Roenick because I had my Stanley Cup rings in my ears."

Classic.

I remember that quote by Roy, though I thought it was concerning Van Biesbrook (sp). I could be wrong.

You are the only person on earth who hates Roy by the way...

RRRIIIIIGGGGHHHHTTTT He's such a skullf*cker.

[Honolulu_Blue]

Originally Posted by bbor

Eric Lindross' mother and father?

Whatever happened to the Lindroses? They were all over the place for years and then, all of a sudden, Eric moves to New York and they disappear. I guess it could be the fact that Eric Lindros drifted into mediocrity since the concussion problems. Lindros has to have one of the most fascinating hockey careers ever. From the the whole modification of the junior draft thing, to Quebec drafting him, to Quebec trading him, to the concussions. Just amazing. Despite his many flaws, I thought he was an amazing player for a time there. Just an oustanding combination of size and skill. Though it did piss me off in 1997 when the Flyers beat the Penguins in the play-offs and, during the handshake, Lemieux whispered to Lindros "It's your time." Lindros' time? LINDROS' TIME? GO F*CK YOURSELF, LEMIEUX! IT'S YZERMAN'S TIME! (that was my response when I heard that. And luckily, I was right! )

[Maple Leafs]

Originally Posted by Hurst2112

I remember that quote by Roy, though I thought it was concerning Van Biesbrook (sp). I could be wrong.

It was indeed Roenick. Just classic...

I have no Shady Players™ right now, but here's a trivia question: name the only two players who hold the single-season goals record for two different franchises.

[klayman]

Selanne holds the Ducks and Jets scoring records. I'm drawing a blank on the other.

[Hurst2112]

Pavel Bure would be the second

With Vancouver and Florida

[Maple Leafs]

Selanne and Bure are correct.

Here's another good question... It actually doesn't work so well on the internet since it's not difficult to look up the answer, but it's a good one to file away for when you're at the bar with your buddies.

Of the NHL's all-time 25 leading scorers, seven played for teams that have since relocated. Name them.

[klayman]

Point leaders? Francis with Hartford, Hawerchuk with the Jets. That's two.

[klayman]

oh Sakic with Quebec.

[klayman]

is Lafleur in the top 25? He played with Quebec too. That's all from the top of my head though.

[Hurst2112]

ah, what's his face....trying not to look it up.

Last name starts with a G...mike or mark somebody.

Played with the North Stars

[Hurst2112]

DOLA

GARTNER!

[Hurst2112]

Can't forget Mr. Coffey...he was traded to the whalers for shanahan.

So that is 6 if they are all right?

[klayman]

crap...Gordie Howe played on Hartford as well. That would be 7 if they are all right.

[sterlingice]

Originally Posted by klayman

dola

It might be time for some shady players ML. We're overdue

Damn straight.

SI

[Maple Leafs]

You guys got all seven. I'm surprised Howe was the last to go, usually he's the first one people think of.

And kudos for getting Coffey, he's the one people forget about.

[Hurst2112]

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

You guys got all seven. I'm surprised Howe was the last to go, usually he's the first one people think of.

And kudos for getting Coffey, he's the one people forget about.

The Coffey one was easy...if you live and die with Red Wing Conference and Cup losses.

The Gartner one was sort of a cheat because I was playing an Eastside career 2 days ago.

[TurnerONU22]

Originally Posted by Hurst2112

I didn't go to the game, but I watched it on tv. I would have to agree with the announcers that it didn't appear that Maltby saw that the door was open much less intentionally slammed him into the doorway to cause harm. The replay even showed what looked like another Red Wing (can't remember who it was...possibly Lang) telling Maltby what happened while they were sitting on the bench.

I figured that the check (notice I didn't say hit) would be looked upon as dirty.

Look who did it...Kirk Maltby. This guy isn't mentioned with the goons of the league. I would give him the benefit of the doubt.

Though, I am a Wing fan.

The more I watch the hit again and again on ESPN, the more I lessen my stance that it was a cheap shot (I think I just got caught up in the emotion of being there last night), but I just don't know how Maltby didn't see the door open. The video shows him looking toward that area as he goes to hit Klesla. I just hope Klesla's okay, he's not had any luck with injuries this year, going down to maybe a more dirtier play earlier in the year w/Scott Parker.

Don't worry, I still hate the Wings. I'd like to see something develop between the two teams as the Jackets get a little better, if it came even half as good as the tOSU-Michigan football rivarly, that would be awesome.

[klayman]

I would have never got Gartner without looking it up.

[Hurst2112]

Originally Posted by TurnerONU22

The more I watch the hit again and again on ESPN, the more I lessen my stance that it was a cheap shot (I think I just got caught up in the emotion of being there last night), but I just don't know how Maltby didn't see the door open. The video shows him looking toward that area as he goes to hit Klesla. I just hope Klesla's okay, he's not had any luck with injuries this year, going down to maybe a more dirtier play earlier in the year w/Scott Parker.

Don't worry, I still hate the Wings. I'd like to see something develop between the two teams as the Jackets get a little better, if it came even half as good as the tOSU-Michigan football rivarly, that would be awesome.

Right on man...the NHL could use a good, close rivalry.

[Hurst2112]

Originally Posted by klayman

I would have never got Gartner without looking it up.

Me either, except for the fact he was talked about in a nothstars thread at a local music forum here. It was a good team (on paper) he was on that year. Modano was a rookie. Broten was there, along with Ciccarelli, Gagner, Bellows.

cheaters never win! hehe

[klayman]

Come BlackHawks, you bastards!!! I am willing you to win tonight. Yuk, I'm even pulling for a Red Wing victory.

[Hurst2112]

Blues are looking pretty resilient despite detroit scorting a 3rd goal at the end of the 2nd.

[Karim]

Wow! Who would have thought that Calgary was the 4th best draw on the road this year beat out by only Detroit, Colorado and Vancouver!

http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/attend..._avg&year=2004

[sterlingice]

Originally Posted by Karim

Wow! Who would have thought that Calgary was the 4th best draw on the road this year beat out by only Detroit, Colorado and Vancouver!

http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/attend..._avg&year=2004

It's interesting, but every team draws about the same on the road except Detroit and Colorado. The difference between 92.8 for the 3rd best team and 84.8 for the bottom team just isn't that much. It just goes that show that when the Wings or Avs come to town, you sell out and everyone else gets 90%. That's supposing you have an average team and not something like the Hawks or Pens or Canes who get 60% for home games.

SI

[Draft Dodger]

right. and I guess Calgary gets bumped up to the top of the list because they play in a division with Vancouver, Colorado, and Minnesota who sell out ALL of their home games, and a fierce rival in Edmonton. so, right off the bat, almost all of their divisional road games are automatic sellouts.

[Karim]

Oh sure, spoil my fun.

[sterlingice]

If you count up goals scored in the Nashville-Chicago game by players who have played for the Blackhawks at one point in this season, it's a 2-all game and Nashville only gets a point... ok, so it was a reach.

SI

[Honolulu_Blue]

Originally Posted by klayman

Yuk, I'm even pulling for a Red Wing victory.

The journey of a thousand miles starts with but a single step, kalyman!

Good to see the ever-reliable Marc Lamothe pull the Wings' fat out of the fire. The Wings played a flat, uninspired hockey game but managed to pull it out. I guess at this point, after Nashville's back-to-back wins against the Chicago Wolves, I mean Blackhawks, you want to see Nashville win on Saturday.

[Honolulu_Blue]

Originally Posted by Hurst2112

Right on man...the NHL could use a good, close rivalry.

I agree. I think this is what the NHL envisioned when they started up the Columbus franchise. I'd like to see a strong rivalry grow as well. The Michigan-Ohio State rivalry is a great launching pad for this. I've said it once, and I'll say it again: Columbus, you will not find a more wretched hive of sum and villiany.

[klayman]

Originally Posted by Honolulu_Pooh

I guess at this point, after Nashville's back-to-back wins against the Chicago Wolves, I mean Blackhawks, you want to see Nashville win on Saturday.

Is there any way both teams can lose?

A Nashville win would eliminate the Oilers, since they would finish with more wins regardless of what the Oilers do against Vancouver. Since St. Louis plays Minnesota and they'll likely win that game, the best bet is Nashville losing against the Blues and losing against the Avalanche and the Oilers picking up at least a point agianst Vancouver. Yuk, now I really feel dirty, cheering for both the Blues and Avalanche. Oh hockey gods! Why do you torment me so?

Originally Posted by Honolulu_Pooh

The journey of a thousand miles starts with but a single step, kalyman!

I'll never join you!

Truth be told, one of my best friends is a huge Red Wing fan even though I don't recall him ever suffering inoperatable brain damage. Go figure. Anyway, the Wings fall behind the Oilers and the Flames on my pecking order of teams to support. And if he ever finds that out, I'm coming after you!

[Karim]

This is what happens when you only make the playoffs once every eight years.

http://www.calgarypuck.com/CalgaryFlames.mp3

[Maple Leafs]

Originally Posted by Karim

This is what happens when you only make the playoffs once every eight years.

That... was... sweet

And it's nice to hear a playoff theme song that actually consists of more creativity than the name of the team you're playing followed by "sucks".

[sachmo71]

[sings]
Avs suck!!
[/sings]




Edit: AND we've got Pantera.

[Maple Leafs]

The local Ottawa sports station did a "Leafs Suck" song to the tune of Outkast's "Hey Ya".

In other words, they took out the words "Hey Ya" and replaced it with "Leafs Suck".

Some clever stuff, I tell you. Clever stuff indeed.

[Draft Dodger]

interesting connundrum for the Leafs tonight.

if they beat Ottawa, there's a very chance that they get rewarded by having to play Ottawa in the first round (IF Boston beats the Devils, that is). the whole East playoff situation is just crazy; amazing that the only team that has a particular spot locked up is Tampa, who will be the #1 regardless. All other 7 teams can change positions, in some cases drastically. wow.

The West makes a little more sense, although the Nashville/Edmonton thing is still hanging around. Scott Walker's playoffless streak is going to get a huge hit from my negative karma, as I now have to root for the Oilers to beat the Nucks and the Avs to beat the Preds. Sorry Scott.

[samifan24]

Originally Posted by Karim

This is what happens when you only make the playoffs once every eight years.

http://www.calgarypuck.com/CalgaryFlames.mp3

That song is awesome and I'm not even a Flames fan!

[sterlingice]

Hm.. it's almost time to retire this thread for the new-improved 2004 edition of the playoff thread.

SI

[klayman]

Originally Posted by sterlingice

Hm.. it's almost time to retire this thread for the new-improved 2004 edition of the playoff thread.

SI

Not yet. Go Oilers!

[Tekneek]

Oh well. At least I don't hate the Predators. It looks the Oilers might get themselves knocked out tonight. I got home to see it 3-1 and watch it go to 4-1 before the second period ended. If they had just won a few more of those one-goal games during the rest of the season. Damn.

[klayman]

Bah! Hockey is dead to me.

[Maple Leafs]

Originally Posted by Draft Dodger

if they beat Ottawa, there's a very chance that they get rewarded by having to play Ottawa in the first round (IF Boston beats the Devils, that is). the whole East playoff situation is just crazy; amazing that the only team that has a particular spot locked up is Tampa, who will be the #1 regardless. All other 7 teams can change positions, in some cases drastically. wow.

I think I'm reading the standings correctly: If the Devils tie or beat the Bruins, we get Leafs/Habs in round one.

Please, hockey gods, let it happen...

[Travis]

DAMNIT!

Wow do some of those blown leads earlier in the year really come back to haunt the Oiler's now. Maybe this'll finally knock it into MacTavish's head not to sit on a 2 goal lead and try to trap instead of going for the throat and the 3 goal lead (especially if we've been playing well enough to get up by 2).

And to think how crazy people thought I was in January when I told them the Oiler's would make the playoffs, now I still get to be crazy instead of insightful. Ah well.