Grrr...ESPN Cuyp Playoff coverage...

Chief Rum · 04-10-2003, 07:50 PM

Why, why, why?

Why, when the Ducks are in Detroit, it's the Stanley Cup playoffs involving the Stanley Cup champs against a local team, and we're in the #2 market in the country, are they showing friggin' Washington-Tampa Bay?

My understanding is that everyone else is watching Ducks-Wings (other than DC and Florida, probably). But here I am, mere miles from Anaheim, and ESPN is showing another series entirely that isn't even in our conference? It's not like showing the game here would hurt attendance (even if that were an issue for the playoffs...), because the damn game is over 2,000 miles away.

I have looked all over my cable system and the local outlets and the Ducks' regional coverage broadcasts, and there's nothing except this ESPN game apparently being shown to everyone EXCEPT Ducks fans!

Very pissed. The third period they show better be Wings-Ducks and not back to Caps-Lightning.

Chief Rum

henry296 · 04-10-2003, 07:57 PM

Chief,

I see that the game is on Fox Sports West2 based on my DirecTV guide.

Todd

Chief Rum · 04-10-2003, 08:01 PM

LMAO!

Okay, so I went FSW2, and it was on a commercial. The digital readout said it was Totally frickin' NASCAR!

So then I read henry's response, go back to FSW2, and there it is! The commercial was a break in the Ducks-Wings game, not for some stupid show on FSW2 (although it still lists this regular show and not the game on my digital readout). That's just stupid.

Anyway, thank you, thank you, thank you, henry! You're on my favorite persons list now.

Go Ducks. Playing the Wings tough!

Chief Rum

ice4277 · 04-10-2003, 08:09 PM

Chief,

You guys are goin down

Seriously though, I think the Ducks have the ability to give the Wings all they can handle. That being said, I am still confident the Wings will win, probably in six.

Chief Rum · 04-10-2003, 08:17 PM

I think the Wings will take the series, too. They have been too solid against us in the past. You know, they are just one of those teams that gives the Ducks problems, above and beyond, of course, Detroit's immense talent.

I won't give any promises for tonight, though.

Chief Rum

bbor · 04-10-2003, 08:23 PM

CR...in case you're wondering.....They are showing the Ducks/Wings series in Toronto

Chief Rum · 04-10-2003, 08:25 PM

Thanks, bbor.

CR

Draft Dodger · 04-10-2003, 08:28 PM

I'm still saying the Ducks are the best of the "underdog" teams, east or west.

IIRC, only 2 less points than Detroit over the 2nd half of the season.

My wife is watching - says it's been a great game so far.

Draft Dodger · 04-10-2003, 08:29 PM

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Originally posted by bbor
CR...in case you're wondering.....They are showing the Ducks/Wings series in Toronto

they are showing ALL of them on my DirecTV...

bbor · 04-10-2003, 08:31 PM

My rabbit ears are picking up 2 games

This Wing/duck series seems like it could be interesting.The Ducks don't look like they are gonna fold easily.

Chief Rum · 04-10-2003, 09:08 PM

Oh My! Good call,guys. No GOAL!

Chief Rum

mckerney · 04-10-2003, 09:19 PM

Wild up 2 - 0. and the Avs are going down

Chief Rum · 04-10-2003, 09:20 PM

Go Wild!

Chief Rum

mckerney · 04-10-2003, 09:21 PM

MAke that 3 - 0. Wild have a quick strick for 2 fast goals.

Ksyrup · 04-10-2003, 09:34 PM

What an OT! I'm afraid Detroit is going to lose after having 20 shots and no goals in the 1st OT. That's always the way.

bbor · 04-10-2003, 09:53 PM

Hmm..the longer this game goes the better the series will be for the Ducks....they know they can play with the Wings now.

Draft Dodger · 04-10-2003, 10:07 PM

wow - what a nice time to chose to go home on lunch and watch some hockey. 3 quick goals by the Wild before I can say "Forsberg". ugh.

no worries, though.

Chief Rum · 04-10-2003, 10:10 PM

Going to triples! Wow, those Ducks and Wings look tired out there.

Go Ducks!

Chief Rum

Chief Rum · 04-10-2003, 10:31 PM

OH YEAH, BABY! Kariya scores! Take that, doubters!

And realize that I say this knowing quite well a game does not make a series, that the Wings came back to beat the Canucks last year after falling down 2-0 at home, and that the Wings are still quite likely to win this series, and even in less than 7 games.

Still, I gotta give my boys props.

Great game, Wings.

Chief Rum

Draft Dodger · 04-10-2003, 10:32 PM

Cloutier gives up 2 in the first 2:01.

can't taunt too much with the Wild winning, but that does make me smile.

sterlingice · 04-10-2003, 10:37 PM

WOO! Go Ducks! Since the Hawks didn't make the playoffs, my favorite team is now "Whoever is playing the Wings"

SI

Ksyrup · 04-11-2003, 08:21 AM

I told ya!

The Ducks might get a boost out of this, but they were so thoroughly dominated for 95% of OT that I don't think Detroit's confidence is waning.

sachmo71 · 04-11-2003, 08:51 AM

Love seeing the PinkWings get deflated like that!

Cards4ever · 04-11-2003, 11:05 AM

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Originally posted by sachmo71
Love seeing the PinkWings get deflated like that!

You wouldn't be hoping to see potential future opponents getting softened up, would you?!

sachmo71 · 04-11-2003, 11:08 AM

Unless the Stars step it up tonight, whomever advances to the second round will have nothing to worry about from the Stars.

Cards4ever · 04-11-2003, 11:18 AM

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Originally posted by sachmo71
Unless the Stars step it up tonight, whomever advances to the second round will have nothing to worry about from the Stars.

I love the pessissism, it makes me chuckle!

If they lose, are you tearing up the D&D cards?!

sachmo71 · 04-11-2003, 11:34 AM

It's not pessimism as much as it's is pure fear. I really got the impression that the Stars did not want to win the cup. If that's true, then they may as well pack it in.

I guess you guys are feeling pretty good with that victory last night. Nice number they pulled on Roy!

Oh, and there aren't cards in D&D. Just paper. And dice.

04-10-2003, 08:01 PM	#3
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	LMAO! Okay, so I went FSW2, and it was on a commercial. The digital readout said it was Totally frickin' NASCAR! So then I read henry's response, go back to FSW2, and there it is! The commercial was a break in the Ducks-Wings game, not for some stupid show on FSW2 (although it still lists this regular show and not the game on my digital readout). That's just stupid. Anyway, thank you, thank you, thank you, henry! You're on my favorite persons list now. Go Ducks. Playing the Wings tough! Chief Rum __________________ . . 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.

04-10-2003, 08:17 PM	#5
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	I think the Wings will take the series, too. They have been too solid against us in the past. You know, they are just one of those teams that gives the Ducks problems, above and beyond, of course, Detroit's immense talent. I won't give any promises for tonight, though. Chief Rum __________________ . . 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.

04-10-2003, 08:23 PM	#6
bbor Pro Starter Join Date: May 2001 Location: toronto	CR...in case you're wondering.....They are showing the Ducks/Wings series in Toronto __________________ 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.

04-10-2003, 08:25 PM	#7
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	Thanks, bbor. CR __________________ . . 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.

04-10-2003, 08:28 PM	#8
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	I'm still saying the Ducks are the best of the "underdog" teams, east or west. IIRC, only 2 less points than Detroit over the 2nd half of the season. My wife is watching - says it's been a great game so far. __________________ Mile High Hockey

04-10-2003, 07:57 PM	#2
henry296 College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Pittsburgh, PA	Chief, I see that the game is on Fox Sports West2 based on my DirecTV guide. Todd __________________ "It's a great day for hockey" - "Badger" Bob Johnson

04-10-2003, 08:09 PM	#4
ice4277 Pro Rookie Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Berkley, MI: The Hotbed of FOFC!	Chief, You guys are goin down Seriously though, I think the Ducks have the ability to give the Wings all they can handle. That being said, I am still confident the Wings will win, probably in six.

04-10-2003, 08:31 PM	#10
bbor Pro Starter Join Date: May 2001 Location: toronto	My rabbit ears are picking up 2 games This Wing/duck series seems like it could be interesting.The Ducks don't look like they are gonna fold easily. __________________ 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.

04-10-2003, 09:08 PM	#11
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	Oh My! Good call,guys. No GOAL! Chief Rum __________________ . . 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.

04-10-2003, 09:19 PM	#12
mckerney Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	Wild up 2 - 0. and the Avs are going down

04-10-2003, 09:20 PM	#13
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	Go Wild! Chief Rum __________________ . . 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.

04-10-2003, 09:21 PM	#14
mckerney Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	MAke that 3 - 0. Wild have a quick strick for 2 fast goals.

04-10-2003, 09:34 PM	#15
Ksyrup This guy has posted so much, his fingers are about to fall off. Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: In Absentia	What an OT! I'm afraid Detroit is going to lose after having 20 shots and no goals in the 1st OT. That's always the way. __________________ M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."

04-10-2003, 09:53 PM	#16
bbor Pro Starter Join Date: May 2001 Location: toronto	Hmm..the longer this game goes the better the series will be for the Ducks....they know they can play with the Wings now. __________________ 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.

04-10-2003, 10:07 PM	#17
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	wow - what a nice time to chose to go home on lunch and watch some hockey. 3 quick goals by the Wild before I can say "Forsberg". ugh. no worries, though. __________________ Mile High Hockey

04-10-2003, 10:10 PM	#18
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	Going to triples! Wow, those Ducks and Wings look tired out there. Go Ducks! Chief Rum __________________ . . 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.

04-10-2003, 10:31 PM	#19
Chief Rum Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Where Hip Hop lives	OH YEAH, BABY! Kariya scores! Take that, doubters! And realize that I say this knowing quite well a game does not make a series, that the Wings came back to beat the Canucks last year after falling down 2-0 at home, and that the Wings are still quite likely to win this series, and even in less than 7 games. Still, I gotta give my boys props. Great game, Wings. Chief Rum __________________ . . 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.

04-10-2003, 10:32 PM	#20
Draft Dodger Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Keene, NH	Cloutier gives up 2 in the first 2:01. can't taunt too much with the Wild winning, but that does make me smile. __________________ Mile High Hockey

04-10-2003, 10:37 PM	#21
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	WOO! Go Ducks! Since the Hawks didn't make the playoffs, my favorite team is now "Whoever is playing the Wings" 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!"

04-11-2003, 08:21 AM	#22
Ksyrup This guy has posted so much, his fingers are about to fall off. Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: In Absentia	I told ya! The Ducks might get a boost out of this, but they were so thoroughly dominated for 95% of OT that I don't think Detroit's confidence is waning. __________________ M's pitcher Miguel Batista: "Now, I feel like I've had everything. I've talked pitching with Sandy Koufax, had Kenny G play for me. Maybe if I could have an interview with God, then I'd be served. I'd be complete."

04-11-2003, 08:51 AM	#23
sachmo71 The boy who cried Trout Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: TX	Love seeing the PinkWings get deflated like that!

04-11-2003, 11:08 AM	#25
sachmo71 The boy who cried Trout Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: TX	Unless the Stars step it up tonight, whomever advances to the second round will have nothing to worry about from the Stars.

04-11-2003, 11:34 AM	#27
sachmo71 The boy who cried Trout Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: TX	It's not pessimism as much as it's is pure fear. I really got the impression that the Stars did not want to win the cup. If that's true, then they may as well pack it in. I guess you guys are feeling pretty good with that victory last night. Nice number they pulled on Roy! Oh, and there aren't cards in D&D. Just paper. And dice.

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