NHL Playoffs! - Page 5

jpd · #61 05-20-2015, 08:37 AM

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Well I haven't posted on the thread since the Flames decimated the Canucks

I watched the 6 periods of Ducks vs Hawks last night....what a marathon!!! It almost went into quadruple OT as well. Highlight was Shaw headbutting the puck in the net for a no goal.
I forget what time the game ended on the west coast here but it must have been something close to 2am for the east coasters LOL. Longest game in Hawks history.
Good hockey but I think the Ducks are physically going to pound Chicago into hurtsville and win the series. .

That's what I kept thinking as the game went on. These Ducks are scary big, fast, and never lack energy! I can't see them losing this or the final series.

Flying Orca · #62 05-20-2015, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by Fireside_Guitar

Good hockey but I think the Ducks are physically going to pound Chicago into hurtsville and win the series.

Agreed, and I don't think New York or Tampa Bay can take them, either. Although Bishop is so freakin' big he changes the odds just by crouching in goal...

Anyway, I'm kind of hoping Anaheim does take the cup, because the Jest acquitted themselves fairly well against the Ducks despite losing four straight, and I think that's something to build on for next year.

jpd · #63 05-20-2015, 09:08 AM

http://sports.yahoo.com/blogs/nhl-pu...204606011.html

jpd · #64 05-20-2015, 02:21 PM

Looks as though Babcock has an eight year deal with......TORONTO

Chicago Sandy · #65 05-20-2015, 02:34 PM

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That's what I kept thinking as the game went on. These Ducks are scary big, fast, and never lack energy! I can't see them losing this or the final series.

Never underestimate the power of fans at the Madhouse on Madison--even more fanatical than Bulls fans. I see this going to at least 6 games, perhaps even 7. The Ducks are formidable, but none of them are the juggernaut that LeBron James was for the Cavs (brought Michael Jordan in his heyday to mind, jersey # and all).

Flying Orca · #66 05-20-2015, 02:53 PM

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Originally Posted by jpd

Looks as though Babcock has an eight year deal with......TORONTO

Poor guy...

jpd · #67 05-20-2015, 03:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Chicago Sandy

Never underestimate the power of fans at the Madhouse on Madison--even more fanatical than Bulls fans. I see this going to at least 6 games, perhaps even 7. The Ducks are formidable, but none of them are the juggernaut that LeBron James was for the Cavs (brought Michael Jordan in his heyday to mind, jersey # and all).

If you and your hubby were out this way I'd put up a wager with you on this series.....Napa or Sonoma Red?

Dru Edwards · #68 05-20-2015, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by jpd

Looks as though Babcock has an eight year deal with......TORONTO

JPD, Huge news here in Canada. I don't think anyone saw it coming. $50M contract over 8 years, which is a tremendous amount more than any other coach makes. Babcock's well known and liked in Canada since he won 2 Olympic gold medals.

Flying Orca · #69 05-20-2015, 04:30 PM

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JPD, Huge news here in Canada. I don't think anyone saw it coming. $50M contract over 8 years, which is a tremendous amount more than any other coach makes. Babcock's well known and liked in Canada since he won 2 Olympic gold medals.

Well, at least now, when they keep losing, they'll know it's not the coach!

Acousticado · #70 05-20-2015, 04:37 PM

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Well, at least now, when they keep losing, they'll know it's not the coach!

Exactly! This coming from a life-long Leafs fan living in the Ottawa area (Sens territory), who finally gave up on them after this past season. While still a Leafs fan, I was hoping Babcock would sign with them despite that many top coaches in the past have taken on this ultimate challenge...and failed, only to be spit out. I wish Babcock and the Leafs well, but I'm now a bonafied Sens fan.

jpd · #71 05-20-2015, 04:37 PM

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JPD, Huge news here in Canada. I don't think anyone saw it coming. $50M contract over 8 years, which is a tremendous amount more than any other coach makes. Babcock's well known and liked in Canada since he won 2 Olympic gold medals.

"Well, at least now, when they keep losing, they'll know it's not the coach!"

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Sure am glad I'm a LEAFS FAN!_________________

Flying Orca · #72 05-20-2015, 04:43 PM

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Sure am glad I'm a LEAFS FAN!

Sorry, sorry - my sister is a Loafs fan and I tease her mercilessly. To be fair, I also refer to my hometown team as the Jest. I detest pro sports, but I'll hold my nose and watch the odd playoff game because I love hockey and like to see it played well.

Chicago Sandy · #73 05-20-2015, 04:58 PM

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If you and your hubby were out this way I'd put up a wager with you on this series.....Napa or Sonoma Red?

If I were out there, or you here....Sonoma Pinot Noir (Russian R.). Mind you, I didn’t say the Hawks would win, only go at least 6 games. (5 is already a given).

jpd · #74 05-20-2015, 05:41 PM

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If I were out there, or you here....Sonoma Pinot Noir (Russian R.). Mind you, I didn’t say the Hawks would win, only go at least 6 games. (5 is already a given).

In that case....the 4 of us will have to share a few glasses when you come out.

Dru Edwards · #75 05-21-2015, 08:35 AM

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Well, at least now, when they keep losing, they'll know it's not the coach!

LOL, you're right. The difference is that Babcock will insist his players play to their abilities. If you don't give your best effort (i.e. Kessel//Phaneuf) you'll sit or be traded. A rebuild can be exciting and Toronto has their first piece in play now.