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Sully · 04-16-2009, 07:34 AM

Sorry to repost...but I wanted to do this right. Here is a great bracket...

Sully · 04-16-2009, 07:35 AM

Caught the 2nd and most of the 3rd period of the Blues game last night.

I hate that team with a passion, but I agree with previous sentiments that in the next few years they will be pretty good. They need someone in goal, but that will come.

Good for the league...bad for the Wings.

Tonight the Wings begin their defense against the Blue Jackets. Not too worried in this round.

**OnTheWarpath15** · 04-16-2009, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by Sully

Caught the 2nd and most of the 3rd period of the Blues game last night.

I hate that team with a passion, but I agree with previous sentiments that in the next few years they will be pretty good. They need someone in goal, but that will come.

Good for the league...bad for the Wings.

Tonight the Wings begin their defense against the Blue Jackets. Not too worried in this round.

Yeah, you caught the worst part of the game, from a Blues fan's perspective.

No jump at all in the 3rd.

Sully · 04-16-2009, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Yeah, you caught the worst part of the game, from a Blues fan's perspective.

No jump at all in the 3rd.

I fell asleep halfway through the 3rd. They looked quick in the 2nd, though. I was impressed by their speed.

However...2 5 on 3s with nothing to show? That's such a huge lift for the team killing. (although, I'd argue 5 on 3 is harder to score on than 5 on 4).

All that said, the Canucks had quite a few "just missed" opportunities, as well. The D looks a little suspect.
I hope they get through, just because I want the Wings to play them. I love the rivalry.

jimhitter · 04-16-2009, 07:51 AM

I am not as excited this year about the playoffs once the stars were eliminated. I would like to see Chicago come out of the west, but could also see Vancouver with the way the Sundins and Luongo are playing. Please not San Jose or Detroit. Come on Columbus!

**OnTheWarpath15** · 04-16-2009, 07:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Sully

I fell asleep halfway through the 3rd. They looked quick in the 2nd, though. I was impressed by their speed.

However...2 5 on 3s with nothing to show? That's such a huge lift for the team killing. (although, I'd argue 5 on 3 is harder to score on than 5 on 4).

All that said, the Canucks had quite a few "just missed" opportunities, as well. The D looks a little suspect.
I hope they get through, just because I want the Wings to play them. I love the rivalry.

IIRC, they only had one 5-on-3, early in the game, for about 1:40.

But yeah, special teams, which are normally their strength really sucked last night. Both Vancouver goals were with a man advantage, and the Blues were something like 1-8 on the PP. The goal was actually a gift from Luongo, who didn't control a rebound and kicked it directly onto Boyes' stick for an empty netter.

Sfeihc · 04-16-2009, 07:54 AM

Go Wings! The series with Columbus will be a very tough one. I really like the fact that Chicago, St. Louis and Columbus have made the playoffs. I might not like it as much if one of them eliminates the Wings but overall, I agree with Sully, it makes for better hockey.

Sully · 04-16-2009, 07:56 AM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

IIRC, they only had one 5-on-3, early in the game, for about 1:40.

They had one in the 2nd. I didn't catch the 1st period, but they mentioned it was their second chance.

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath

But yeah, special teams, which are normally their strength really sucked last night. Both Vancouver goals were with a man advantage, and the Blues were something like 1-8 on the PP. The goal was actually a gift from Luongo, who didn't control a rebound and kicked it directly onto Boyes' stick for an empty netter.

I caught the Boyles goal. it was a wide open net. Luongo is nails.

Demonpenz · 04-16-2009, 08:21 AM

my playoff beard is looking sweet

ToxSocks · 04-16-2009, 09:02 AM

Holy Crap, it's NHL playoff time? I never would've know if it weren't for CP.

Sully · 04-16-2009, 04:37 PM

25 minutes till game time.
Beer...chilled
Steaks...marinating
Potatoes...in the oven

L.A. Chieffan · 04-16-2009, 04:38 PM

go kings

Sully · 04-16-2009, 04:47 PM

I thought this was a funny pic.

**Kyle DeLexus** · 04-16-2009, 05:10 PM

Devils started it off right last night, and my beard is coming in nicely as well.

Sfeihc · 04-16-2009, 06:21 PM

Jiri Hudler!

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04-16-2009, 07:35 AM	#2
Sully It Goes On Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Lees Summit Casino cash: $10026331	Caught the 2nd and most of the 3rd period of the Blues game last night. I hate that team with a passion, but I agree with previous sentiments that in the next few years they will be pretty good. They need someone in goal, but that will come. Good for the league...bad for the Wings. Tonight the Wings begin their defense against the Blue Jackets. Not too worried in this round. __________________ "And I don't wish that girl any bad luck," he said, "but I hope she gets hit with a car." - Tommy Lasorda
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