Its' Here! NHL 2007-2008 Regular Season Thread - Page 23

Honolulu_Blue · 03-05-2008, 05:52 PM

So, Chad Kilger still hasn't returned to the Panthers. He's MIA and the Panthers have suspended him.

I think he's really convinced himself that he, in fact, had a "no trade" clause and refused to waive it.

Wolfpack · 03-05-2008, 09:59 PM

Canes keep chugging along with a 6-3 win in Atlanta tonight. Problem is, so is Washington, which dumped Buffalo. At this rate, the Southeast might get two teams in yet. Carolina up three with Caps a game in hand and will get another in hand tomorrow as Carolina goes home to play Minny. Canes (and Cam Ward especially) have had troubles in back-to-backs this year.

Draft Dodger · 03-09-2008, 08:10 AM

the Avs have had some huge wins lately against teams they've struggled against this year. On Thursday, they shut out the Ducks 1-0 and then yesterday they beat the Stars 3-1. Both games had a playoff atmosphere to them. Avalanche fans seem rejuvenated by the signing of Forsberg and the return of Foote - Forsberg's debut 3 games ago was the highest rated Avs game for Altitude (the team's station). The team seems revitalized as well. With the addition of Foote and Ruslan Salei and the subtraction of Karlis Skrastins (yay!), our defense is the best it's been since the last Cup.

and, incredibly, Ryan Smyth is skating already. Our powerplay is still atrocious, however, and we aren't going anywhere if that doesn't change.

Logan · 03-09-2008, 04:24 PM

Awesome game going on between the Rangers and Bruins right now. 0-0 with 4 minutes left...Auld and Lundqvist have been unbelievable.

Logan · 03-09-2008, 04:46 PM

Rangers win in a shootout, 1-0. Henrik was just nasty.

NoSkillz · 03-09-2008, 09:12 PM

Sabres lose against Carolina on Saturday night in another heartbreaking OT decision.

Their 'best' player (Vanish...er, Vanek) is benched almost the entire second period for lackluster effort. I don't see them getting their act together in time to make a playoff push but hope I'm wrong.

What a difference a year makes...President's Trophy winners in '07 to early season golfers the next.

Wolfpack · 03-09-2008, 10:31 PM

Carolina gets help from the Pens in turn today as they get the fluke own-goal from Backstrom late to beat the Caps 4-2. Carolina now up seven points on Washington (the Caps now have just one game in-hand) and are playing as well as they did when they got off to that great start early in the season (13-5-1 since the All-Star break). Things are looking better for the playoffs. I wouldn't dare hope for a deep run, but after all the adversity with injuries, illnesses, and the like, this team has played with tremendous heart.

Draft Dodger · 03-10-2008, 07:29 AM

and as soon as I say something nice about the Avs, they get absolutely smoked by the Stars. Forsberg missed the game with a groin injury, Foote missed the game with a hip injury, and Salei left the game with an eye injury - there's your three deadline acquisitions right there.

Dr. Sak · 03-10-2008, 07:05 PM

Hey Rangers fans!!

Logan · 03-10-2008, 07:49 PM

I reported that post.

Pyser · 03-18-2008, 12:51 PM

i dont know how this isnt tampering, but uh, cool for the devils i guess

The Devils will sign former Oilers captain Jason Smith this summer when he's an unrestricted free agent. Smith started his NHL career with the Devils.

Edmonton Journal

Honolulu_Blue · 03-18-2008, 01:00 PM

The Wings finally signed Super Dan Cleary to a contract extension. $14 million over 5 years, which comes out to about $2.8 million a year. I think Holland was angling at $2.5 million, but considering Cleary would have likely made a lot more than $2.8 million on the open market, it's a great deal. He scored 20 goals in 57 games before getting hurt. He can play in any situation and can play both on a top line and a third line. He's been a great player for the Wings and I think the deal is fair and another indication of a "home town" discount for the Wings.

The Wings had finally righted the ship. They won 5 in a row after their terrible February where they only won 2 out of 12. It's not at all surprising to see the Wings' fortunes make a turn for the better as soon as they got Kronwall, Rafalski, and Lidstrom back. So much of the Wings' offense comes from their defense. Their entire puck control style relies on capable, skilled defensemen who are able to carry the puck and make that first great outlet pass. When your top pairing is Brett Lebda and Andrea Lilja, that's not going to happen. The loss of Lidstrom was catastrophic the Wings' defense as well. He's a steadying force back there and they completely rely on him. Up until the knee injury, I think he's only missed something like 15 games over the course of his entire career. If what we saw when he was out is any indication of what the Wings will look like post-Lidstrom, I am afraid. Very, very afraid...

More recently, however, they are mired in a 2 game slump. It's annoying to constantly struggle against Nashville, Columbus, Chicago, and the like.

The Wings will have plenty of opportunities to work out any kinks against these teams. Just look at the Wings SUPER SWEET schedule the rest of the way: Columbus-Nashville-Columbus-St. Louis-St. Louis-Nashville-Chicago-Columbus-Chicago.

As was my worry when the season began, the Wings' goaltending situation is beginning to be troublesome. Hasek has not seemed sharp in a few months. These minor aches, the hip thing, the back thing, make me nervous. He's old and easily distracted. I have a hard time seeing him making it through the entire playoffs. Osgood hasn't been too stellar of late either. A creaky Hasek and Osgood do not lift one's spirits.

MikeVic · 03-18-2008, 08:41 PM

So, I'm watching a replay of PTI and they show a goal just scored on the Leafs.

Wow. I think Jay Onrait just chuckled and didn't say anything.

Maple Leafs · 03-18-2008, 08:52 PM

Vesa Toskala may have surrendered the worst goal in NHL history. If you didn't see it, check Youtube tomorrow -- there will be about 800 versions of it.

To his credit he stood on his head the rest of the way. The Leafs were down 1-0 in the third and no doubt every Toronto sports writer was getting their "You can't spell Toskala without s-a-l-o" jokes ready, but the Leafs ruined it by pulling out a 3-1 win.

DeToxRox · 03-18-2008, 08:53 PM

What was said goal?

Maple Leafs · 03-18-2008, 08:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeToxRox

What was said goal?

A 180-foot slapshot that bounced about a half dozen times.

The ice was awful all night, and it just ate him up. The last bounce was a ridiculous hop over his shoulder. It was a one-in-million fluke, but will probably follow him to his grave.

TazFTW · 03-18-2008, 08:56 PM

The Rangers need to sign Avery.

DeToxRox · 03-18-2008, 08:56 PM

DeToxRox · 03-18-2008, 08:56 PM

I love youtube.

Dr. Sak · 03-18-2008, 08:58 PM

Caron did that with Pittsburgh a few years ago.

TazFTW · 03-18-2008, 08:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DeToxRox

Wow.

DeToxRox · 03-18-2008, 08:59 PM

This is still the worst goal as that goal killed a career.

DeToxRox · 03-18-2008, 08:59 PM

Plus, I dig that song.

Maple Leafs · 03-18-2008, 09:11 PM

Here's the live game clip:

Dr. Sak · 03-18-2008, 09:13 PM

Southwest needs to use that in a commercial...

"Wanna get away...."

Maple Leafs · 03-18-2008, 09:23 PM

It wasn't Toskala's fault. Ponikoravski puts his stick out and deflects it -- he needs to get down and block that shot!

General Mike · 03-18-2008, 09:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TazFTW

The Rangers need to sign Avery.

Need to, but won't.

Wolfpack · 03-18-2008, 09:47 PM

I can't stop chuckling over that shot...

On a more serious note, the Caps picked up two more points against Nashville so Carolina's lead is down to three with eight to play for both sides (and Florida's now five back with their recent streak). Carolina has back-to-back roadies starting tomorrow night in Atlanta then Thursday in Florida. Needless to say, it's important that they win these games. The Canes do get a little advantage as Washington has to play the next five on the road including one in Raleigh next Tuesday.

Fidatelo · 03-19-2008, 08:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Maple Leafs

It wasn't Toskala's fault. Ponikoravski puts his stick out and deflects it -- he needs to get down and block that shot!

Don Cherry has been telling those players for YEARS to stop deflecting shots with their sticks. Will they never learn?

Suburban Rhythm · 03-19-2008, 11:21 AM

Been meaning to mention here for awhle, I got my THN Future Watch a few weeks back.

If anyone is interested, I can try and post their team's top 10 prospects.

Suburban Rhythm · 03-19-2008, 06:16 PM

Bumping...this is pretty weird. I posted above at 12:21, yet the thread remained on the 2nd page, showing Fidatelo's post at 9:17 as the last post?

Dr. Sak · 03-19-2008, 08:11 PM

Is anyone else watching this Buffalo/Tampa game? What a comeback by Buffalo.

TazFTW · 03-19-2008, 08:18 PM

w00t, Drury!

Dr. Sak · 03-19-2008, 08:20 PM

Unbelieveable....down 4-1...the Sabers have scored 4 goals in like 5 minutes.

TazFTW · 03-19-2008, 08:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bsak16

Unbelieveable....down 4-1...the Sabers have scored 4 goals in like 5 minutes.

Geez, 6 goals in the 3rd period.

TazFTW · 03-19-2008, 08:40 PM

Nigel Dawes is awesome.

NoSkillz · 03-19-2008, 10:31 PM

The Sabres continue to confound...after tonight, they are now the highest scoring team in the NHL.

How the hell did that happen?

Chief Rum · 03-20-2008, 12:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Been meaning to mention here for awhle, I got my THN Future Watch a few weeks back.

If anyone is interested, I can try and post their team's top 10 prospects.

Yeah, those are always fun. What do they have on the Ducks and Kings? Thanks!

Honolulu_Blue · 03-20-2008, 09:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by NoSkillz

The Sabres continue to confound...after tonight, they are now the highest scoring team in the NHL.

How the hell did that happen?

Every time I see the score of a Sabres game they are either blowing someone out or getting blown out. There doesn't seem to be a lot of middle-ground with this team.

RendeR · 03-20-2008, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

Every time I see the score of a Sabres game they are either blowing someone out or getting blown out. There doesn't seem to be a lot of middle-ground with this team.

TELL ME ABOUT IT.

gah.

Awesome game last night though, Telle and I met up with Chubby and his Fiancee and we were all bumming after 2 periods, then all hell broke loose!!

Great night overall!

MikeVic · 03-20-2008, 10:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RendeR

TELL ME ABOUT IT.

gah.

Awesome game last night though, Telle and I met up with Chubby and his Fiancee and we were all bumming after 2 periods, then all hell broke loose!!

Great night overall!

Pics.

Fidatelo · 03-20-2008, 10:45 AM

Lol @ MikeVic!

duff88 · 03-20-2008, 12:44 PM

Yes, Chris Osgood is indeed a nerd.

MikeVic · 03-20-2008, 12:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fidatelo

Lol @ MikeVic!

Hey I just want to see what FOFCers look like.

RendeR · 03-20-2008, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MikeVic

Pics.

I tried to snag some pics with my camera phone, but it was too dark at the pub. Sorry to dissapoint dude

RendeR · 03-20-2008, 01:13 PM

I give Chubby some props though, he found himself a cutie!

We all really had a great time last night, I wish more of the buffalo area folks could have come!

Draft Dodger · 03-20-2008, 01:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by duff88

Yes, Chris Osgood is indeed a nerd.

that's Alton Brown!

MikeVic · 03-20-2008, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RendeR

I give Chubby some props though, he found himself a cutie!

We all really had a great time last night, I wish more of the buffalo area folks could have come!

Dammit. Don't tease.

Suburban Rhythm · 03-20-2008, 02:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Chief Rum

Yeah, those are always fun. What do they have on the Ducks and Kings? Thanks!

They used to give a ETA on the NHL roster, but no longer do that.
Player with rank in the top 75, draft position and current league.

21 and under grade= prospects plus any NHLers age 21 or under.
Leveling rank is comparison of ranking and teams avg draft position int he last 4 drafts. For example, Pittsburgh has the #1 21 and under grade (due to Crosby, Malkin, Staal & Letang). Avg draft position of 6.3 is 3rd highest during the period, so Pittsburgh's a +2.

Ducks

21 and under grade: C+ (21st out of 30)
Leveling = -12 (ADP of 12.3 (ranks 9th))

1) Bobby Ryan RW (7th overall) 2nd overall pick 2005 draft - AHL
2) Brian Salcido D (NR) 141st in 2005 -AHL
3) Brendan Mikkelson D (NR) 31st in 2005 -AHL
4) JP Levasseur G (NR) 197th in 2005 - AHL
5) Petteri Wirtanen C (NR) 172nd in 2006 - AHL
6) Logan Macmillan C (NR) 19th in 2007 - QMJHL
7) Eric Tangradi C (NR) 42nd in 2007 - OHL
8) Mark Mitera D (NR) 19th in 2006 - CCHA
9) Matt Belesky LW (NR) 112th in 2006 - OHL
10) Maxime Macenauer C (NR) 63rd in 2007 - QMJHL

Kings

21 and under: A- (5th of 30) (includes Kopitar and J Johnson)
Leveling: +1 (ADP 9.3 ranks 6th)

1) Jonathan Bernier G (10th) 11th in 2006 - QMJHL
2) Teddy Purcell RW (26th) 2007 free agent - AHL
3) Thomas Hickey D (30th) 4th in 2007 - WHL
4) Brian Boyle C (72nd) 26th in 2003 - AHL
5) Trevor Lewis C (NR) 17th in 2006 - AHL
6) Oscar Moller RW (NR) 52nd in 2007 - WHL
7) Wayne Simmonds RW (NR) 61st in 2007 - OHL
8) Lauri Tukonen RW (NR) 11th in 2004 - AHL
9) Jaff Zatkoff G (NR) 74th in 2006 - CCHA
10) Jon Quick G (NR) 72nd in 2005 - ECHL

TazFTW · 03-20-2008, 02:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Suburban Rhythm

Been meaning to mention here for awhle, I got my THN Future Watch a few weeks back.

If anyone is interested, I can try and post their team's top 10 prospects.

Could you post the Rangers? Thanks.

03-05-2008, 05:52 PM	#1101
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	So, Chad Kilger still hasn't returned to the Panthers. He's MIA and the Panthers have suspended him. I think he's really convinced himself that he, in fact, had a "no trade" clause and refused to waive it. __________________ *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).

03-09-2008, 08:10 AM	#1103
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	the Avs have had some huge wins lately against teams they've struggled against this year. On Thursday, they shut out the Ducks 1-0 and then yesterday they beat the Stars 3-1. Both games had a playoff atmosphere to them. Avalanche fans seem rejuvenated by the signing of Forsberg and the return of Foote - Forsberg's debut 3 games ago was the highest rated Avs game for Altitude (the team's station). The team seems revitalized as well. With the addition of Foote and Ruslan Salei and the subtraction of Karlis Skrastins (yay!), our defense is the best it's been since the last Cup. and, incredibly, Ryan Smyth is skating already. Our powerplay is still atrocious, however, and we aren't going anywhere if that doesn't change. __________________ Mile High Hockey

03-09-2008, 09:12 PM	#1106
NoSkillz College Benchwarmer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: St. Catharines, Canada	Sabres lose against Carolina on Saturday night in another heartbreaking OT decision. Their 'best' player (Vanish...er, Vanek) is benched almost the entire second period for lackluster effort. I don't see them getting their act together in time to make a playoff push but hope I'm wrong. What a difference a year makes...President's Trophy winners in '07 to early season golfers the next. __________________ MY CURRENT FM19 DYNASTY - FM19: "Ludere causa Ludendi - To Play for the Sake of Playing" - Queen's Park FC (Scottish League Two) MY OLD FM11 DYNASTY - FM11: From Semi-Pro Minnows to the EPL - Dover Athletic FC My Personal Blog - Now on the Tee - Golf, Sports, Poker, Life 2006 GOLDEN SCRIBE AWARD WINNER FOR BEST 'OTHER SPORT' DYNASTY - EHM2005: Sharpening Swords in Buffalo

03-10-2008, 07:29 AM	#1108
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	and as soon as I say something nice about the Avs, they get absolutely smoked by the Stars. Forsberg missed the game with a groin injury, Foote missed the game with a hip injury, and Salei left the game with an eye injury - there's your three deadline acquisitions right there. __________________ Mile High Hockey

03-18-2008, 01:00 PM	#1112
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	The Wings finally signed Super Dan Cleary to a contract extension. $14 million over 5 years, which comes out to about $2.8 million a year. I think Holland was angling at $2.5 million, but considering Cleary would have likely made a lot more than $2.8 million on the open market, it's a great deal. He scored 20 goals in 57 games before getting hurt. He can play in any situation and can play both on a top line and a third line. He's been a great player for the Wings and I think the deal is fair and another indication of a "home town" discount for the Wings. The Wings had finally righted the ship. They won 5 in a row after their terrible February where they only won 2 out of 12. It's not at all surprising to see the Wings' fortunes make a turn for the better as soon as they got Kronwall, Rafalski, and Lidstrom back. So much of the Wings' offense comes from their defense. Their entire puck control style relies on capable, skilled defensemen who are able to carry the puck and make that first great outlet pass. When your top pairing is Brett Lebda and Andrea Lilja, that's not going to happen. The loss of Lidstrom was catastrophic the Wings' defense as well. He's a steadying force back there and they completely rely on him. Up until the knee injury, I think he's only missed something like 15 games over the course of his entire career. If what we saw when he was out is any indication of what the Wings will look like post-Lidstrom, I am afraid. Very, very afraid... More recently, however, they are mired in a 2 game slump. It's annoying to constantly struggle against Nashville, Columbus, Chicago, and the like. The Wings will have plenty of opportunities to work out any kinks against these teams. Just look at the Wings SUPER SWEET schedule the rest of the way: Columbus-Nashville-Columbus-St. Louis-St. Louis-Nashville-Chicago-Columbus-Chicago. As was my worry when the season began, the Wings' goaltending situation is beginning to be troublesome. Hasek has not seemed sharp in a few months. These minor aches, the hip thing, the back thing, make me nervous. He's old and easily distracted. I have a hard time seeing him making it through the entire playoffs. Osgood hasn't been too stellar of late either. A creaky Hasek and Osgood do not lift one's spirits. __________________ *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).

03-05-2008, 09:59 PM	#1102
Wolfpack Pro Rookie Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Raleigh, NC	Canes keep chugging along with a 6-3 win in Atlanta tonight. Problem is, so is Washington, which dumped Buffalo. At this rate, the Southeast might get two teams in yet. Carolina up three with Caps a game in hand and will get another in hand tomorrow as Carolina goes home to play Minny. Canes (and Cam Ward especially) have had troubles in back-to-backs this year.

03-09-2008, 04:24 PM	#1104
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	Awesome game going on between the Rangers and Bruins right now. 0-0 with 4 minutes left...Auld and Lundqvist have been unbelievable.

03-09-2008, 04:46 PM	#1105
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	Rangers win in a shootout, 1-0. Henrik was just nasty.

03-09-2008, 10:31 PM	#1107
Wolfpack Pro Rookie Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Raleigh, NC	Carolina gets help from the Pens in turn today as they get the fluke own-goal from Backstrom late to beat the Caps 4-2. Carolina now up seven points on Washington (the Caps now have just one game in-hand) and are playing as well as they did when they got off to that great start early in the season (13-5-1 since the All-Star break). Things are looking better for the playoffs. I wouldn't dare hope for a deep run, but after all the adversity with injuries, illnesses, and the like, this team has played with tremendous heart.

03-10-2008, 07:05 PM	#1109
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Hey Rangers fans!!

03-10-2008, 07:49 PM	#1110
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	I reported that post.

03-18-2008, 12:51 PM	#1111
Pyser Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Los Angeles	i dont know how this isnt tampering, but uh, cool for the devils i guess The Devils will sign former Oilers captain Jason Smith this summer when he's an unrestricted free agent. Smith started his NHL career with the Devils. Edmonton Journal

03-18-2008, 08:41 PM	#1113
MikeVic Head Coach Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hometown of Canada	So, I'm watching a replay of PTI and they show a goal just scored on the Leafs. Wow. I think Jay Onrait just chuckled and didn't say anything.

03-18-2008, 08:52 PM	#1114
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	Vesa Toskala may have surrendered the worst goal in NHL history. If you didn't see it, check Youtube tomorrow -- there will be about 800 versions of it. To his credit he stood on his head the rest of the way. The Leafs were down 1-0 in the third and no doubt every Toronto sports writer was getting their "You can't spell Toskala without s-a-l-o" jokes ready, but the Leafs ruined it by pulling out a 3-1 win. __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

03-18-2008, 08:53 PM	#1115
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	What was said goal?

03-18-2008, 08:56 PM	#1117
TazFTW Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI	The Rangers need to sign Avery. __________________ "Teams don't want to make the trip anymore," says Hawaii coach June Jones. "They come here, we kick their ass, they go home." Fire Ron Lee.

03-18-2008, 08:56 PM	#1118
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan

03-18-2008, 08:56 PM	#1119
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	I love youtube.

03-18-2008, 08:58 PM	#1120
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Caron did that with Pittsburgh a few years ago.

03-18-2008, 08:59 PM	#1122
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	This is still the worst goal as that goal killed a career.

03-18-2008, 08:59 PM	#1123
DeToxRox Head Coach Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Michigan	Plus, I dig that song.

03-18-2008, 09:11 PM	#1124
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	Here's the live game clip: __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

03-18-2008, 09:13 PM	#1125
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Southwest needs to use that in a commercial... "Wanna get away...."

03-18-2008, 09:23 PM	#1126
Maple Leafs Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2002	It wasn't Toskala's fault. Ponikoravski puts his stick out and deflects it -- he needs to get down and block that shot! __________________ Down Goes Brown: Toronto Maple Leafs Humor and Analysis

03-18-2008, 09:47 PM	#1128
Wolfpack Pro Rookie Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Raleigh, NC	I can't stop chuckling over that shot... On a more serious note, the Caps picked up two more points against Nashville so Carolina's lead is down to three with eight to play for both sides (and Florida's now five back with their recent streak). Carolina has back-to-back roadies starting tomorrow night in Atlanta then Thursday in Florida. Needless to say, it's important that they win these games. The Canes do get a little advantage as Washington has to play the next five on the road including one in Raleigh next Tuesday.

03-19-2008, 11:21 AM	#1130
Suburban Rhythm Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Pittsburgh	Been meaning to mention here for awhle, I got my THN Future Watch a few weeks back. If anyone is interested, I can try and post their team's top 10 prospects. __________________ "Do you guys play fast tempos with odd time signatures?" "Yeah" "Cool!!"

03-19-2008, 06:16 PM	#1131
Suburban Rhythm Pro Starter Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Pittsburgh	Bumping...this is pretty weird. I posted above at 12:21, yet the thread remained on the 2nd page, showing Fidatelo's post at 9:17 as the last post? __________________ "Do you guys play fast tempos with odd time signatures?" "Yeah" "Cool!!"

03-19-2008, 08:11 PM	#1132
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Is anyone else watching this Buffalo/Tampa game? What a comeback by Buffalo.

03-19-2008, 08:18 PM	#1133
TazFTW Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI	w00t, Drury! __________________ "Teams don't want to make the trip anymore," says Hawaii coach June Jones. "They come here, we kick their ass, they go home." Fire Ron Lee.

03-19-2008, 08:20 PM	#1134
Dr. Sak Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Stuck in Yinzerville, PA	Unbelieveable....down 4-1...the Sabers have scored 4 goals in like 5 minutes.

03-19-2008, 08:40 PM	#1136
TazFTW Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Honolulu, HI	Nigel Dawes is awesome. __________________ "Teams don't want to make the trip anymore," says Hawaii coach June Jones. "They come here, we kick their ass, they go home." Fire Ron Lee.

03-19-2008, 10:31 PM	#1137
NoSkillz College Benchwarmer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: St. Catharines, Canada	The Sabres continue to confound...after tonight, they are now the highest scoring team in the NHL. How the hell did that happen? __________________ MY CURRENT FM19 DYNASTY - FM19: "Ludere causa Ludendi - To Play for the Sake of Playing" - Queen's Park FC (Scottish League Two) MY OLD FM11 DYNASTY - FM11: From Semi-Pro Minnows to the EPL - Dover Athletic FC My Personal Blog - Now on the Tee - Golf, Sports, Poker, Life 2006 GOLDEN SCRIBE AWARD WINNER FOR BEST 'OTHER SPORT' DYNASTY - EHM2005: Sharpening Swords in Buffalo

03-20-2008, 10:45 AM	#1142
Fidatelo Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Winnipeg, MB	Lol @ MikeVic! __________________ "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."

03-20-2008, 12:44 PM	#1143
duff88 College Prospect Join Date: Aug 2005	Yes, Chris Osgood is indeed a nerd. __________________ The Battle of Quebec [EHM:EA Dynasty] Last edited by duff88 : 03-20-2008 at 12:44 PM.

03-20-2008, 01:13 PM	#1146
RendeR Coordinator Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Buffalo, NY	I give Chubby some props though, he found himself a cutie! We all really had a great time last night, I wish more of the buffalo area folks could have come! __________________ http://wotlabs.net/s...8/signature.png http://wotlabs.net/sig_dark/na/banichi18/signature.png