Kamis, 28 Mei 2009
Selasa, 19 Mei 2009
Coyotes Update
So in case you didn't hear, Judge Redfield Baum has sent the NHL and Coyotes owner Jerry Moyes to mediation to figure out where the team's going to be next season. While the Coyotes still do face the chance of being moved before the 2009-10 season, the likelihood of it happening is becoming slimmer as the days go on. The team may essentially operate the 2009-10 season here, but whether or not it's a long term solution remains to be seen.
I can only hope they stick around here.
I can only hope they stick around here.
2009 Stanley Cup Western Conference Finals
Game 2: Detroit 3, Chicago 2 In Overtime
Detroit leads the series 2-0
The Blackhawks are a good team, but I'm not surprised by how this has been turning out. Detroit's experience is absolutely the difference here, and while Chicago has made stars from their young talent, they're showing to need more experience than what they have in order to beat the Wings.
Chris Osgood was absolutely tested tonight and made 37 saves to bring his team to victory. The line of Mikael Samuelsson, Jiri Hudler, and Valtteri Filppula were once again dominate for a third line and generated the game winner. Dan Cleary got the go-ahead goal in regulation while Brian Rafalski converted on a power play, quite possibly getting his first goal since coming back from injury.
To his credit, Jonathan Toews did everything in his power to keep the team in the hunt while Nikolai Khabibulin had an otherwise remarkable 35 saves. But it wasn't enough though, and not only did Dan Cleary once again get an unassisted goal on a turnover, but the Brian Campbell turnover in overtime ultimately lead to Detroit's game winner. Chicago's gonna have to tighten it up if they want to even have a chance to be competitive this series.
This game generated another "Ouch!" moment, as Brent Seabrook took a slap shot off the hairy gumdrops. I don't care if you're wearing a cup; that stuff still hurts!
Game 3 is Friday at 8PM EST in Chicago. It'll be broadcast on... you guessed it, versus.
Detroit leads the series 2-0
The Blackhawks are a good team, but I'm not surprised by how this has been turning out. Detroit's experience is absolutely the difference here, and while Chicago has made stars from their young talent, they're showing to need more experience than what they have in order to beat the Wings.
Chris Osgood was absolutely tested tonight and made 37 saves to bring his team to victory. The line of Mikael Samuelsson, Jiri Hudler, and Valtteri Filppula were once again dominate for a third line and generated the game winner. Dan Cleary got the go-ahead goal in regulation while Brian Rafalski converted on a power play, quite possibly getting his first goal since coming back from injury.
To his credit, Jonathan Toews did everything in his power to keep the team in the hunt while Nikolai Khabibulin had an otherwise remarkable 35 saves. But it wasn't enough though, and not only did Dan Cleary once again get an unassisted goal on a turnover, but the Brian Campbell turnover in overtime ultimately lead to Detroit's game winner. Chicago's gonna have to tighten it up if they want to even have a chance to be competitive this series.
This game generated another "Ouch!" moment, as Brent Seabrook took a slap shot off the hairy gumdrops. I don't care if you're wearing a cup; that stuff still hurts!
Game 3 is Friday at 8PM EST in Chicago. It'll be broadcast on... you guessed it, versus.
2009 Eastern Conference Finals
Game One: Pittsburgh 3, Carolina 2
Pittsburgh leads the series 1-0
Sonuvagun, I really thought Carolina would have pulled it off once they scored with a minute and a half left. But the Penguins held on long enough to secure the victory.
Well, give Evgeni Malkin and Phillipe Boucher some credit with their play, as they notched both a goal and an assist. Miro Satan, the same guy who was in the minors a month ago, also contributed to the Penguins attack.
You can't fault Cam Ward or Carolina really for this one; Pittsburgh just wanted it more and were able to outcompete the Hurricanes. I don't believe this series is over by a long shot, so stay tuned as Game 2 will be on Thursday, 7:30 PM EST on Versus/TSN.
Pittsburgh leads the series 1-0
Sonuvagun, I really thought Carolina would have pulled it off once they scored with a minute and a half left. But the Penguins held on long enough to secure the victory.
Well, give Evgeni Malkin and Phillipe Boucher some credit with their play, as they notched both a goal and an assist. Miro Satan, the same guy who was in the minors a month ago, also contributed to the Penguins attack.
You can't fault Cam Ward or Carolina really for this one; Pittsburgh just wanted it more and were able to outcompete the Hurricanes. I don't believe this series is over by a long shot, so stay tuned as Game 2 will be on Thursday, 7:30 PM EST on Versus/TSN.
Minggu, 17 Mei 2009
2009 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Western Conference Finals
Game One: Detroit Red Wings 5, Chicago Blackhawks 2
Detroit leads the series 1-0
Wow, what a contest for the Red Wings. Even better, two guys who were one the team's fourth line during the 2005-06 season are the team's most dynamic during the playoffs. In 12 playoff games, Johan Franzen has 18 points with a +10 rating while Dan Cleary has 11 points with a +13 rating. Outstanding.
Chicago did alright all things considered, but the Wings had Khabibulin's number, and were able to solve him.
The scary moment happened when Adam Burish took a skate to the throat. It wasn't Clint Malarchuk or Richard Zednik bad, but still makes you wonder why throat protection isn't mandatory...
Detroit leads the series 1-0
Wow, what a contest for the Red Wings. Even better, two guys who were one the team's fourth line during the 2005-06 season are the team's most dynamic during the playoffs. In 12 playoff games, Johan Franzen has 18 points with a +10 rating while Dan Cleary has 11 points with a +13 rating. Outstanding.
Chicago did alright all things considered, but the Wings had Khabibulin's number, and were able to solve him.
The scary moment happened when Adam Burish took a skate to the throat. It wasn't Clint Malarchuk or Richard Zednik bad, but still makes you wonder why throat protection isn't mandatory...
Selasa, 05 Mei 2009
We Interrupt Your Regulalry Scheduled Program To Bring You The Following...
Well folks, it happened. Jerry Moyes filed for bankruptcy and is attempting to sell the team to Jim Balsille, who in no uncertain terms is hellbent on bringing the team to a city in southern Ontario (Hamilton has been touted numerous times.) Apparently, neither the NHL nor the city of Glendale were expecting this to happen or were pleased to see this happen. In fact, the NHL has removed Moyes from acting on behalf of the club any longer.
Stay tuned and I'll do my best to bring you as much up-to-date news as possible. I know I've been absent for these past few days, but I've been sick as a mothafoo.
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