2014-15 NHL Thread

[LloydsLegs]

I never thought I'd miss Rosival so much. 

+1  Stilll don't love him, but what a step down from him

[LloydsLegs]

Oduya always looked like he was playing one-handed anyway.

But I agree about only having 3 capable defensemen. If they lose the series, that will be the reason.

Disagree on Oduya; clearly no. 4 of the Hawks top 4, but generally very reliable and can make plays

[Benny B]

Depends. Does physical play or speed tire out defenders more?

Physical play, hands down.  It's just like a car... starting and stopping wastes a lot of energy and causes a lot of wear; cruising at highway speeds is easier on the engine and much more efficient.

[Vander Blue Man Group]

Disagree on Oduya; clearly no. 4 of the Hawks top 4, but generally very reliable and can make plays

Keith will just have to play 35 - 40 MPG.  No big deal. 

Kidding.  Sort of. 

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

Keith will just have to play 35 - 40 MPG.  No big deal. 

Kidding.  Sort of. 

Dude must be great in the sack with all that endurance he has.

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

Forecheck>>>Defensive shell. That's how you close out a game.

[Lennys Tap]

Dude must be great in the sack with all that endurance he has.

I hope that's a Patrick Sharp joke. Go Hawks!

[brewcity77]

Had a blast last night, but didn't watch until this morning. Wife and I went to see the Violent Femmes. Watched in fast forward. Bishop's error on the first was horrible. The winner was surprising, mainly because of Versteeg making the great dash to set it up. Only watched the last 5 closely. Great, aggressive way to close it out. Amazing this team is so close to the Cup with 4 defenders. Monday night can't come soon enough.

[jsglow]

Had a blast last night, but didn't watch until this morning. Wife and I went to see the Violent Femmes. Watched in fast forward. Bishop's error on the first was horrible. The winner was surprising, mainly because of Versteeg making the great dash to set it up. Only watched the last 5 closely. Great, aggressive way to close it out. Amazing this team is so close to the Cup with 4 defenders. Monday night can't come soon enough.

Brew, it's been noted throughout the playoffs that several teams have done it with 4 defensemen.  As far as I could tell the only defensive miscue of the night by the Hawks was Keith's when he failed to stay wide after the turnover.  The third period was a thing of beauty as the Hawks controlled play along the boards.

Injuries are mounting quickly on the Bolts. Last night's was a bit unfortunate.  The crowd Monday will be electric and the price of admission approaching a lifetime of retirement savings.  Go Hawks.

[warriorchick]

 The crowd Monday will be electric and the price of admission approaching a lifetime of retirement savings. 

Don't even think about it.

[Vander Blue Man Group]

Brew, it's been noted throughout the playoffs that several teams have done it with 4 defensemen.  As far as I could tell the only defensive miscue of the night by the Hawks was Keith's when he failed to stay wide after the turnover.  The third period was a thing of beauty as the Hawks controlled play along the boards.

Injuries are mounting quickly on the Bolts. Last night's was a bit unfortunate.  The crowd Monday will be electric and the price of admission approaching a lifetime of retirement savings.  Go Hawks.

Don't even think about it.

Well now you kind of have to buy a ticket, jsglow.

I hope they can close it out at home. Go Hawks!!

[brewcity77]

Don't even think about it.

Nope. Just do it 

[warriorchick]

Nope. Just do it 

Go ahead; egg him on, Brew.  Glow will be showing up on your doorstep with luggage.

[brewcity77]

Go ahead; egg him on, Brew.  Glow will be showing up on your doorstep with luggage.

That's fair. Our guest room barely gets any use anyway. I understand he won't be able to pay rent due to mortgaging the house to buy tickets, but letting the dogs out in the afternoon would be much appreciated

[MU B2002]

THis has been one of the more enjoyable finals that I can remember in recent years.  (Not being a supporter of either team.)  All I can ask for now is a Bolts win tomorrow, and OT in game 7.  Don't think that's asking too much.


I guess I kind of get was Bish was doing way out playing that puck.  Maybe.  Otherwise a great performance by him, unfortunately that play is all anyone will remember.  Well that and people wondering if he had the runs.

[🏀]

This is all:

<a href="https://www.youtube.com/v/19YaWxng-CM" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="bbc_link bbc_flash_disabled new_win">https://www.youtube.com/v/19YaWxng-CM</a>

[NavinRJohnson]

This is all:

<a href="https://www.youtube.com/v/19YaWxng-CM" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" class="bbc_link bbc_flash_disabled new_win">https://www.youtube.com/v/19YaWxng-CM</a>

True story right there.

[ChitownSpaceForRent]

I would sell my soul for tickets to tonights game. Mom wasn't to fond of my idea of taking out a second mogage. What a buzz kill.

[JuniorCardigan]

The prices for this game have been absolutely outrageous though. $1000 for standing room?!!

[brewcity77]

Every game decided by a single goal so far. While this feels like Chicago is ready for a coronation, Tampa won't go easy. 'Hawks need to capitalize early. The Lightning will be looking to kill momentum and the crowd. Just really hoping the city stays quiet for the next 3-5 hours so i can watch this.

[Jay Bee]

Every game decided by a single goal so far. While this feels like Chicago is ready for a coronation, Tampa won't go easy. 'Hawks need to capitalize early. The Lightning will be looking to kill momentum and the crowd. Just really hoping the city stays quiet for the next 3-5 hours so i can watch this.

Ha, you're working now? I pray you don't get one of the dumb calls Strick talks about during the 3rd period. Seems like they are mostly late night.. good luck

[brewcity77]

Ha, you're working now? I pray you don't get one of the dumb calls Strick talks about during the 3rd period. Seems like they are mostly late night.. good luck

So far so good, I've been lucky these finals, no overtime on work days has saved me.

Next month I'm changing houses and will be seeing Stricky every day. Well, at least when he's not touring Europe or something.

[jesmu84]

I can't breathe

[Jay Bee]

So far so good, I've been lucky these finals, no overtime on work days has saved me.

Next month I'm changing houses and will be seeing Stricky every day. Well, at least when he's not touring Europe or something.

Yeah mein.. Jay Bee luh his versatility (nh).  I will give you the benefit of the doubt based on SS.. best cat out there. Maybe you can take up rapping?

[brewcity77]

Yeah mein.. Jay Bee luh his versatility (nh).  I will give you the benefit of the doubt based on SS.. best cat out there. Maybe you can take up rapping?

The only wrapping I do is presents.

So far so good. No calls since dinner. Knocking on wood, hoping I can see out a win and a Cup!