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Old 06-03-2011 | 12:30 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
You don't think Ilach has any pull with his brethren? You don't think that they'll sympathize with his travel costs, his teams time spent on planes and the cost to his own fan base?

More importantly, the I'll scratch your back, you scratch mine foundation that Gary Bettman's NHL was built on. They're moving East, get used to it.

And get ready for me to make the drive when the rivalry renews!!!
dom lives in a land of illusions!!!!

Don't fire up the car yet, dom.
Old 06-03-2011 | 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
dom lives in a land of illusions!!!!

Don't fire up the car yet, dom.
Don't fire up your Blu-Ray player. But I'll make space in my driveway for the GTI.

The deal between Ilach and the count was done some time ago.
Old 06-03-2011 | 12:50 PM
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With the Dallas Stars' ownership situation not likely to be settled until later this summer, the team will not be making a contract offer to Brad Richards.

Richards, who becomes an unrestricted free agent on July 1, will be playing elsewhere next season.

The Stars would be interested in trading exclusive negotiating rights with Richards before July 1, but such a move would require Richards to waive his no movement clause and there are no guarantees of that happening.

Richards, 31, scored 28 goals and 77 points in 72 games last season and has 220 goals and 716 points in 772 career games with the Stars and Tampa Bay Lightning.

The Stars are also interviewing candidates to replace former head coach Marc Crawford, who was fired in April after Dallas missed the playoffs.

Top candidates include former Star Kirk Muller, along with Nashville Predators assistant coach Peter Horachek and Texas Stars (AHL) head coach Glen Gulutzan.

Muller is currently in Dallas to be interviewed for the position.

Really, really hope he doesn't become a Leaf.
Old 06-03-2011 | 12:59 PM
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^ over paid, but not over rated. he will be a ranger.
Old 06-03-2011 | 01:12 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
Really, really hope he doesn't become a Leaf.
I hope he does become a Leaf or Ranger....that way he does not end up in L.A.
Old 06-03-2011 | 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted by dom
Don't fire up your Blu-Ray player. But I'll make space in my driveway for the GTI.

The deal between Ilach and the count was done some time ago.
The coast is clear....you can take off your tinfoil hat now.
Old 06-03-2011 | 02:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Rounder
haha.

quote from an african american acquaintance regarding this: "there are too many [brothers] down there, they won't watch hockey. it's too cold in the arenas, also".
Watch up to the 2 minute mark and Nat X will give you the top 5 reasons why the "Brothers" don't play hockey.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T7JuXRWiWE8
Old 06-03-2011 | 02:29 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
The coast is clear....you can take off your tinfoil hat now.
No tinfoil needed. The same Gary Bettman claimed the league wasn't running the Coyote's a week before Ballsillie bought the team through bankrupcy. and was quoted a few times as saying Atlanta was doing just fine. When Gary's involved the conspiracy's are all true!
Old 06-03-2011 | 02:34 PM
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^^ Don't fuel up the VW yet for the road trip to Detroit. There is no way Detroit will get 2/3 vote....the West won't allow it.
Old 06-03-2011 | 02:44 PM
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I see black label

<iframe width="560" height="349" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/dqTzTiEKeM4" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe>
Old 06-03-2011 | 02:48 PM
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In my defense I was really really drunk when I wrote, directed, and starred in that video.
Old 06-03-2011 | 02:51 PM
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^^ Now I understand why you were wearing the "Lightings" jersey in the vid.

Makes sense
Old 06-03-2011 | 02:54 PM
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That video was SO bad, I couldn't even make it half way
Old 06-03-2011 | 02:55 PM
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Originally Posted by black label
In my defense I was really really drunk when I wrote, directed, and starred in that video.
Old 06-03-2011 | 03:01 PM
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Originally Posted by 97BlackAckCL
That video was SO bad, I couldn't even make it half way
Then you missed the gold!!!!

You must watch again....because the vid just keeps getting better....errr.....worse as it goes along!
Old 06-05-2011 | 12:07 AM
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Canucks win Game 2 on a Saturday night, not to mention a night that's NOT raining... All I know is, this town won't sleep tonight.
Old 06-05-2011 | 03:37 AM
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Hopefully Thomas will continue to try and make poke checks 20 ft outside his crease for 2 more games
Old 06-05-2011 | 01:54 PM
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yeahhhhhh GO CANUCKS GO!
Old 06-06-2011 | 07:38 AM
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Originally Posted by Rounder
any articles detailing possible realignments?

http://eye-on-hockey.blogs.cbssports...fb_na_txt_0001


http://blog.mlive.com/ottoman-empire...alignment.html


But says "Illach" has cut a backroom deal with teh count and the Wings are headed to the NE so I believe him.

Correct me if I'm mistaken, but any move has to be approved by the board of govs by a 2/3's margin. Hope I'm wrong, but its hard to imagine anyone in the West allowing their meal ticket to roll out.
Old 06-06-2011 | 11:17 AM
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^^ Don't be silly about that rules and regulations 2/3 vote nonsense......dom knows all!

He is the great Oracle of the Red Wings!

If dom said they were moving the Wings to Nigeria....you'd better believe him.
He knows all the backroom-backdoor deals. :wink:
Old 06-06-2011 | 11:19 AM
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...and Chara, You suck! How could you not take your man down behind the net in OT when your goaltender was out in no mans land spinning like a top.

If Thomas' poke check was horrible, your lack of effort and common sense defense was worse. A simple grab, hook, trip, cross-check would do fine......heck your so big just huff and puff and blow his house down.......
Old 06-06-2011 | 11:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Fibonacci
but its hard to imagine anyone in the West allowing their meal ticket to roll out.
Meal ticket
Old 06-06-2011 | 12:48 PM
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Originally Posted by Fibonacci
http://eye-on-hockey.blogs.cbssports...fb_na_txt_0001


http://blog.mlive.com/ottoman-empire...alignment.html


But says "Illach" has cut a backroom deal with teh count and the Wings are headed to the NE so I believe him.

Correct me if I'm mistaken, but any move has to be approved by the board of govs by a 2/3's margin. Hope I'm wrong, but its hard to imagine anyone in the West allowing their meal ticket to roll out.

You guys are acting like I'm pulling this out of left field when one of the articles clearly states what I've been saying and what has been reported several times over the last few years.

The Red Wings have long held the belief they had a promise from the NHL that they would be the next team to go East. Oh, if it were only that simple.
And what many have rumbled about from some time. But don't worry, I'll gladly accept your apologies and invitation to the Wings Leafs game at the Joe when its time.

Although the Chicago point may be a valid one. But new rivalries are easily made IMO. And its pretty obvious the Wings are on a downward trend and will struggle to make the playoffs in the coming years anyway.

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Old 06-06-2011 | 12:54 PM
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So dom, explain away the 2/3 vote.....when nobody in the West will cast a vote for a move.
Old 06-06-2011 | 12:55 PM
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Personally, I hope Chicago and Detroit heads to the East...I would love more games between them and the other Original 6 squads.
Old 06-06-2011 | 12:58 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
So dom, explain away the 2/3 vote.....when nobody in the West will cast a vote for a move.
Do you actually believe there's a legitimate democracy at the NHL board of governors?

Silly American NHL fan.
Old 06-06-2011 | 01:05 PM
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^^ Yea, the NHL will magically come up with magical 2/3 vote for Detroit to move.

So I gather, you cannot explain that away.

Noted.
Old 06-06-2011 | 01:14 PM
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It is so weird to see dom and Waldorf duking it out.



No wonder the Canucks are 2 wins away from winning it all.
Old 06-06-2011 | 02:15 PM
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dom sees all things through waffle glasses

No harm no foul to dom, but seriously, the Wings moving to the East is gonna be a tough pull.
Old 06-06-2011 | 02:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
^^ Yea, the NHL will magically come up with magical 2/3 vote for Detroit to move.

So I gather, you cannot explain that away.

Noted.
You don't think Ilach has any pull with his brethren? You don't think that they'll sympathize with his travel costs, his teams time spent on planes and the cost to his own fan base?

More importantly, the I'll scratch your back, you scratch mine foundation that Gary Bettman's NHL was built on. They're moving East, get used to it.
Already explained. You turn into Yumchah? Try reading my posts next time.

In all seriousness, of course I'm not certain they're moving. But there's been talk of this happening the next time there would be realignment for years. IMO, where's there's smoke there's fire. I can see it happening because Detroit, the model franchise that they are, deserve it more than anyone else does.

But I recognize, there are a lot of factors at play here. Will Columbus even be in Columbus in the next 2 to 5 years? they reportedly lost 25 mill last year. If they become the Quebec BlueJackets everything is messed up, again.

But there's no doubt in my mind that what happens will all happen because Gary designed it that way through deals made with individual owners. Do you really think Atlanta just happened over the last few months? Gary's had it planned for some time. He mentioned Winnipeg for the first time over 3 years ago. Do you really believe that the governor votes aren't all pre-determined? I can't see that being the case.

/tinfoil rant.

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Old 06-06-2011 | 03:26 PM
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I get what you are saying, dom....but it does not explain how the votes will be cast in favor of detroit moving......unless you are implying that the great and powerful Gary will dictate the move and not allow a vote?
Old 06-06-2011 | 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
and not allow a vote?
Not at all. He'll just make sure everyone votes the way he wants them to.
Old 06-06-2011 | 03:44 PM
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^^
Old 06-06-2011 | 10:12 PM
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Rome does his best Torres impression and ignites the opponent with a "GREAT" hit.
Old 06-06-2011 | 10:56 PM
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$10M goalie Lou is always good for a touchdown.
Old 06-06-2011 | 10:58 PM
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I'm still rooting for Vancouver, but man Louuuuu looks horrible tonight
Old 06-06-2011 | 11:01 PM
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Louuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu...
Old 06-07-2011 | 12:05 AM
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Apparently Burrows wasn't hungry tonight, Looch tried to give him a free meal and he declined.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tnpjca0IRtU

The Bruins are a very different team with spiritual leader Baba Thornton on the bench. He brings a lot to the game that will ever show up on the score sheet.
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Old 06-07-2011 | 12:19 AM
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^ Well, I think you're giving Thornton too much credit. I think Lapierre's classy move as well as Rome's headhunt probably were rallying calls.
Old 06-07-2011 | 12:27 AM
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Welcome back fellers! This thread was a ghost town after the 2 Canuck victories. No salary talk after his shut out, but lets discuss how much he earns after every loss. Thats how the edumecated people roll


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