Mark Vader Posted April 24, 2017 Author Share Posted April 24, 2017 Oh man, it was crazy! Also, go Sens! I was there. When Marleau got the first goal, the Tank erupted. We knew the Sharks were going to tie it up. Then that moment with Pavelski, everyone was going crazy, because it sure as hell looked like a goal. Crossbar & Goalpost?! How does that happen?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 (edited) Gotta tip my hat to the Leafs. It will be interesting to see how they handle the pressure of high expectations in that media cauldron next season. Agree, congrats to the Leafs on a great season. And also thought the same thing in regards to pressure when the guys on NBC were talking about "multiple Cup wins" for the Leafs coming up. Almost reminded me of the Heat thing ..not 1, not2 thought it unfair to the Leafs, and going to be tough to live up to expectations. Edited April 24, 2017 by plenzmd1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 CAPS WIN CAPS WIN CAPS WIN Great game, hard fought. Luck was still on the side of the Leafs, but it wasn't enough. Tough young team. Boston loses ! Can't figure out why I don't like Boston based teams.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pine Barrens Mafia Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Agree, congrats to the Leafs on a great season. And also thought the same thing in regards to pressure when the guys on NBC were talking about "multiple Cup wins" for the Leafs coming up. Almost reminded me of the Heat thing ..not 1, not2 thought it unfair to the Leafs, and going to be tough to live up to expectations. They're a good team, and MANY years ahead of the Sabres, unfortunately. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillsFan4 Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 They're a good team, and MANY years ahead of the Sabres, unfortunately. They been rebuilding on and off for a long time, and they just hired one of the very best coaches in the entire NHL. They should be ahead of us. Gotta tip my hat to the Leafs. It will be interesting to see how they handle the pressure of high expectations in that media cauldron next season. Agreed. They exceeded all expectations this year and look like a fantastic young team. There will definitely be more pressure on them next year to do as good/better. Lots of teams and players have had a good season. Doing it consistently every year is the hard part. But I have little doubt that the Leafs will be as good or better next year. Oh man, If they're able to snag a good defenseman this summer (from a team trying to avoid losing one to expansion, etc) I'm a little scared to think about it... lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Leafs out, I won't voluntarily watch another second of the playoffs. Might be forced to watch socially, I'll try to put up with it and pretend it's fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
K-9 Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Agree, congrats to the Leafs on a great season. And also thought the same thing in regards to pressure when the guys on NBC were talking about "multiple Cup wins" for the Leafs coming up. Almost reminded me of the Heat thing ..not 1, not2 thought it unfair to the Leafs, and going to be tough to live up to expectations. They been rebuilding on and off for a long time, and they just hired one of the very best coaches in the entire NHL. They should be ahead of us. Agreed. They exceeded all expectations this year and look like a fantastic young team. There will definitely be more pressure on them next year to do as good/better. Lots of teams and players have had a good season. Doing it consistently every year is the hard part. But I have little doubt that the Leafs will be as good or better next year. Oh man, If they're able to snag a good defenseman this summer (from a team trying to avoid losing one to expansion, etc) I'm a little scared to think about it... lol. I think the best hedge against wilting under high expectations is Babcock. He's been there, done that, bought the T shirt. Wish we had him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
row_33 Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 I think the best hedge against wilting under high expectations is Babcock. He's been there, done that, bought the T shirt. Wish we had him. Leafs need some widebodies for the 3rd and 4th lines to clog the front of the net and a few men on the blueline to rattle the teeth and tattoos of opponents. Lou and Babcock are well aware of this. It was premature this season but well enjoyed with hopefully valuable experience for next year's playoffs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 Love that Mac sealed it! especially considering how little playing time he was getting. we're pumped for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebug Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 A good run for my Leafs. Very happy with the way the season went and it's been a long time since I have been able to say that. They got a little taste of the playoffs and I'm hoping that makes them extremely hungry over the summer to put in the work necessary. Looking forward to the rest of the playoffs. Some good matchups! Should be interesting! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnC Posted April 24, 2017 Share Posted April 24, 2017 The Leafs were known for their team speed. In this playoff series they also showed grit. As others have said Babock is a difference maker. Babcock's demanding style of coaching was reflected in the tough play of his team. Coaching matters! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommonCents Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Good 1st round. The Bruins are out and that sucks but the Sens were better and displayed a more consistent effort. Good luck to anyone with interests in the 2nd round. I'm going to pull for the Ducks/Rangers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Vader Posted April 25, 2017 Author Share Posted April 25, 2017 Holy Crap! Joe Thornton was playing in the playoffs with a torn ACL & MCL in his knee! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Holy Crap! Joe Thornton was playing in the playoffs with a torn ACL & MCL in his knee! The old "lower body injury." That's really unbelievable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foxx Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 Rangers hockey or the NFL draft. which to watch tonight?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 Rangers hockey or the NFL draft. which to watch tonight?? Caps and during the 20 minute intermissions the Draft. Phone app during commercials. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LB3 Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 Rangers hockey or the NFL draft. which to watch tonight?? Both. DVR is a wonderful thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 (edited) Oil remind me of the 06 Sabres...they are good, scary good! If they stay away from injury, i can see them in the Final Edited April 27, 2017 by plenzmd1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
teef Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 Rangers hockey or the NFL draft. which to watch tonight?? hockey on tv and streaming the draft. does anyone have a favorite place to stream the draft? i just have no idea if one site is superior to another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
26CornerBlitz Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 How clever! @NHLonNBCSports Pens vs. Caps. Tonight. @NBCSN. #StanleyCup Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LB3 Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 How clever! @NHLonNBCSports Pens vs. Caps. Tonight. @NBCSN. #StanleyCup Not gonna lie. This got me. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4merper4mer Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 How clever! @NHLonNBCSports Pens vs. Caps. Tonight. @NBCSN. #StanleyCup The Pens are cheap. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiberius Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 How clever! @NHLonNBCSports Pens vs. Caps. Tonight. @NBCSN. #StanleyCup Can't wait! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CommonCents Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 I love th Senators music it gets me pumped. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KD in CA Posted April 27, 2017 Share Posted April 27, 2017 The Pens are cheap. Yes, but those Caps are always lost. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LB3 Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 Sens dominated the first. Gonna be a good second game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 Pens/caps good game no. 1. Fleury stepped up big in the third. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SlimShady'sSpaceForce Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 (edited) Pens/caps good game no. 1. Fleury stepped up big in the third. yes he did, having 5 bodies lying on the ground in front of the net helped him save at least 2 or 3 goals. A bad start to the 2nd but the Caps fought back. Both teams played well, some good hits and some good fights. Should be an interesting series. Edited April 28, 2017 by ShadyBillsFan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
\GoBillsInDallas/ Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 Ottawa 3,000 short of a sellout for Game 1: http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/plenty-empty-seats-senators-rangers-series-opener-ottawa/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiberius Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 Love that Caps team but Pens just have so much talent. Caps just move the puck so nice. So many touch passes. Not counting them out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miyagi-Do Karate Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 Love that Caps team but Pens just have so much talent. Caps just move the puck so nice. So many touch passes. Not counting them out That Niskanen pass on Caps' 2nd goal was a thing of beauty. That said, he learned that by playing for the Pens!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiberius Posted April 28, 2017 Share Posted April 28, 2017 That Niskanen pass on Caps' 2nd goal was a thing of beauty. That said, he learned that by playing for the Pens!! And Orpik looked pretty slow on the winning goal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted April 29, 2017 Share Posted April 29, 2017 Went to Bovada to bet the Oil to win the whole damn thing, but looks like the hockey lines are down for a bit. Prolly missed the boat there by two games, odds before the series started was Oil +550..prolly closer to +500 or even+450 now...which is only behind the Caps and Penquins. But they did have some hockey future lines open, and can't believe it, but I did put a smidge on the Leafs having more points than Les Habitants next season at +180. I will be happy if they suck, and at least win some money if they keep preogressing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebug Posted April 29, 2017 Share Posted April 29, 2017 Went to Bovada to bet the Oil to win the whole damn thing, but looks like the hockey lines are down for a bit. Prolly missed the boat there by two games, odds before the series started was Oil +550..prolly closer to +500 or even+450 now...which is only behind the Caps and Penquins. But they did have some hockey future lines open, and can't believe it, but I did put a smidge on the Leafs having more points than Les Habitants next season at +180. I will be happy if they suck, and at least win some money if they keep preogressing What are you going to spend the winnings on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simon Posted April 29, 2017 Share Posted April 29, 2017 Pens/caps good game no. 1. Fleury stepped up big in the third. That sequence with about 3:00 left was straight up lunacy....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted April 29, 2017 Share Posted April 29, 2017 What are you going to spend the winnings on? Well seeing as how they will both being looking up at the Sabres, the whole $180 profit buying Cup Final tickets at Key Bank June 2018👍😜 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
plenzmd1 Posted April 29, 2017 Share Posted April 29, 2017 (edited) just saw the only the OTs in Rags-Sens game. Sens got big time screwed in the first OT..two massive missed penalties. I did not think Sens would make the playoffs at the start of the year, brilliant hockey mind that I am! Looks like they in the EC finals..although the old adage of a series never really starts till someone loses at home prolly holds here. Edited April 29, 2017 by plenzmd1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebug Posted April 29, 2017 Share Posted April 29, 2017 (edited) Well seeing as how they will both being looking up at the Sabres, the whole $180 profit buying Cup Final tickets at Key Bank June 2018👍😜 😃 Wouldn't that be something! Tell you what! If that happens, I will buy both tickets, you spend the $180 on beers!!! Only downfall is you have to go to the game with me!!! Lol Edited April 29, 2017 by thebug Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big C Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Ottawa 3,000 short of a sellout for Game 1: http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/plenty-empty-seats-senators-rangers-series-opener-ottawa/ That's a bummer. I really pull for those guys but their fans gotta step it up! Also, they just missed two of the more exciting games I've watched so far. Today's game was INSANE. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
/dev/null Posted April 30, 2017 Share Posted April 30, 2017 Pens are looking kinda inevitable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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