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Hockey: News and Discussion Thread
12-13-2007, 11:58 PM
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Speaking of games...anyone catch the 9-6 mutual bombing between the Flames and Bolts...? 
And oh, mebbe teams should realize that tying the Oilers in regulation is a stupid idea!
And oh, mebbe teams should realize that tying the Oilers in regulation is a stupid idea!
12-14-2007, 03:08 PM
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Originally Posted by CleanCL
Ouch, that might be worst than the islanders attendance out here.
i thought new england was supposed to be sports crazy.
i thought new england was supposed to be sports crazy.
12-14-2007, 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by CleanCL
Ouch, that might be worst than the islanders attendance out here.
i thought new england was supposed to be sports crazy.
i thought new england was supposed to be sports crazy.
12-16-2007, 10:58 PM
Originally Posted by fdl
McCabe's hand got mangled. Stuck in the glass? Ouch!
all i'm saying is Kostitsyn grabs mccabe around the shoulder/arm...
in other news i hope chris simon gets kicked out of the league:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3hKeVb_G-PI
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12-18-2007, 10:56 AM
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Simon should be out of the league for good. He'll probably get 30-40 games and anger management courses.
12-18-2007, 11:27 AM
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Originally Posted by fdl
I hope you're right, 30-40 is the minimum he should get. I'd say get rid of him "indefinitely".
it's not like this is the first time either
12-18-2007, 12:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike 350Z
I saw on the ESPN scroll bar last night that "Simon left the team indefinitely" which of course implies he decided to do it on his own 
Yup. He admitted to anger issues and admitted what he did was wrong so he's on leave. He's had enough chances IMO.
12-18-2007, 12:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Yumchah
...so, what CleanCL is really hinting at is that we should contract the League. Re-concentrate the talent level...which therefore ALLOWS for that "good" team he was alluding to and then, let the other team trap.
But, wait...if you contract the league, that means ALL teams get their talents equally dispersed more or less...that would mean, the talented team does NOT need to trap! So...no trapping!
But, wait...if you contract the league, that means ALL teams get their talents equally dispersed more or less...that would mean, the talented team does NOT need to trap! So...no trapping!
12-18-2007, 01:19 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
12-18-2007, 01:20 PM
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^. Can you make me a Leafs one. 
. Can you make me a Leafs one.
12-18-2007, 01:28 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
ask and you shall receive...
12-18-2007, 01:30 PM
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Thanks
12-18-2007, 03:12 PM
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Originally Posted by Jonesi
Meh. Hopefully this thing dies quickly.
http://www.thestar.com/article/286050
12-18-2007, 03:13 PM
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12-18-2007, 08:37 PM
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Leafs blow a 2-0 lead with under a minute and half left and lose in OT. Nice.
12-19-2007, 02:08 AM
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Hawks trade Vandermeer for Ben Eager of the Flyers... 
12-19-2007, 11:06 AM
The sizzle in the Steak
^^ .....No goals and a -8
Why?
.....No goals and a -8Why?
12-19-2007, 11:10 AM
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The National Hockey League has suspended New York Islanders forward Chris Simon for 30 games for stepping on Pittsburgh's Jarkko Ruutu last weekend. It is the longest suspension in NHL history, surpassing the 25-game ban that Simon served earlier this year.
12-19-2007, 11:13 AM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
^^ .....No goals and a -8
Why?
.....No goals and a -8Why?
Probably to make room on the blueline...perhaps, it's time for Cam Barker?
12-19-2007, 11:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Yumchah
You tell me.
Probably to make room on the blueline...perhaps, it's time for Cam Barker?
Probably to make room on the blueline...perhaps, it's time for Cam Barker?
12-19-2007, 11:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
Don't worry...I'll make you a "Hawk's" version of the above pics.:wink:
Naw...not yet. The Hawks have been struggling a bit in the W department...but, not for a lack of trying. Just the bounces are not going their way.
As for Vandermeer, he's buried down the depth chart and has been a healthy scratch for many games. Good to get someone who's a former 1st Rounder and who can help on the 4th line.
12-19-2007, 12:52 PM
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^^ D-E-N-I-A-L 
12-19-2007, 12:56 PM
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Originally Posted by fdl
The National Hockey League has suspended New York Islanders forward Chris Simon for 30 games for stepping on Pittsburgh's Jarkko Ruutu last weekend. It is the longest suspension in NHL history, surpassing the 25-game ban that Simon served earlier this year.
Will he get 35 when he finally kills someone.
12-19-2007, 01:04 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
^^ D-E-N-I-A-L
They are good enough to get the 7th or 8th seed in the Western Conference. And I believe that Tallon will be adding a vet D-man possibly quite soon from your hated Rubber Duckies...
12-19-2007, 01:36 PM
Originally Posted by dom
Leafs blow a 2-0 lead with under a minute and half left and lose in OT. Nice.
12-19-2007, 02:47 PM
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Originally Posted by Yumchah
Don't be ridiculous...the Hawks have been icing a pretty good team so far this season. I'd be the first to say they are a poser team...
They are good enough to get the 7th or 8th seed in the Western Conference. And I believe that Tallon will be adding a vet D-man possibly quite soon from your hated Rubber Duckies...
They are good enough to get the 7th or 8th seed in the Western Conference. And I believe that Tallon will be adding a vet D-man possibly quite soon from your hated Rubber Duckies...
12-19-2007, 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
Take Rob Blake
Not unless the Kings eat up some contract (who wants Yanic and Samsonov?!?!?)...!
12-19-2007, 04:52 PM
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Originally Posted by BstonBruin
I'll take Samsonov back 
Naw, Sammy's actually...played decently, as far as I've seen. For some weird reason, he just can't find the net!
Perreault is another story, he's great on the faceoffs (leading the League or something) but he sucks in everything else.
12-20-2007, 12:40 AM
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Hull, Mikita accept ambassador roles
The thawing of the Hawks continue...I know Bobby Hull had his issues with Bill Wirtz. But, looks like all is forgiven! Good move on the Hawks part by reconnecting with their past alumni...hopefully, the United Center will be back to full capacity soon.
From Chicagosports...
One of the first tasks John McDonough said he wanted to address after being named president of the Blackhawks on Nov. 20 was to re-establish a link to the team's past.
McDonough and the Hawks did that Wednesday when they named former stars Bobby Hull and Stan Mikita as official Blackhawks ambassadors.
"The Blackhawks are thrilled to welcome back two of the greatest players to ever wear the Indianhead sweater," McDonough said in a statement.
While Mikita often has been seen around Hawks practices and games, Hull's presence has been minimal. Hull was one of the faces of the franchise when the Hawks left him off the protected list after the merger with the World Hockey Association in 1972, and he left for Winnipeg.
"I'm overwhelmed to be part of the Chicago Blackhawks family again," Hull said. "I've been away from Chicago for some 35 years, but Chicago was never out of my heart. It is truly time for me to come back to Chicago."
Hull and Mikita will represent the Hawks at events at the United Center and away from it.
"It has been a long wait to be asked back, and I'm thrilled," Mikita said. "I know these young Blackhawks are as excited as I am to be a part of this great organization."
McDonough and the Hawks did that Wednesday when they named former stars Bobby Hull and Stan Mikita as official Blackhawks ambassadors.
"The Blackhawks are thrilled to welcome back two of the greatest players to ever wear the Indianhead sweater," McDonough said in a statement.
While Mikita often has been seen around Hawks practices and games, Hull's presence has been minimal. Hull was one of the faces of the franchise when the Hawks left him off the protected list after the merger with the World Hockey Association in 1972, and he left for Winnipeg.
"I'm overwhelmed to be part of the Chicago Blackhawks family again," Hull said. "I've been away from Chicago for some 35 years, but Chicago was never out of my heart. It is truly time for me to come back to Chicago."
Hull and Mikita will represent the Hawks at events at the United Center and away from it.
"It has been a long wait to be asked back, and I'm thrilled," Mikita said. "I know these young Blackhawks are as excited as I am to be a part of this great organization."