Game 23: Lightning At Avalanche, Preview And Open Thread
by Joe Dunman on Nov 29, 2008 2:00 PM MST
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Is it a rule that once a player isn’t hurt anymore that he must come off the IR? I ask because I wouldn’t mind Darcy Tucker staying there for 60 more games.
The artist formerly known as ClaudeLemieux
by JonHaven on Nov 29, 2008 2:37 PM MST reply actions
Update from Dater
AD had some updates after the morning skate. Sakic’s injury has been put on “indefinite” status. Foote has been put on IR retroactive to Nov. 22. A defenseman named Aaron MacKenzie has been called up from Lake Erie.
http://blogs.denverpost.com/avs/2008/11/29/sakic-out-indefinitely/
Well, here’s something that might help you feel a little better. From Pensblog today:
“In other news, Chris Osgood sucks.
”http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDhkKxw_5do&eurl=http:" target="_blank">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDhkKxw_5do&eurl=http://thepensblog.blogspot.com/&feature=player_embedded
What a joke."
try
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SDhkKxw_5do&eurl=http://thepensblog.blogspot.com/&feature=player_embedded
I haven’t decided what’s worse.
Not watching the game and not knowing the score
or
watching the game and being a witness to awful, awful hockey.
After skipping the MSU-UM game yesterday and then hitting the tubes late last night, I can honestly say the important thing is to NEVER FIND OUT THE SCORE OF THE GAME!!!!!!!!
Then again, after talking to my little bro, it was a particularly horrible brand of football, so I see your point…
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
I find it odd that a couple hours before the game, we don’t know who will be in net. If we want a chance to win, Budaj should play. But you could say that about every game for the rest of the season. Unfortunately, we have already lost so many games, there is no cushion to let Raycroft play and get shelled every once in a while.
Red Wings Suck
But if Raycroft has to play then an Eastern Conference team is the only team he can play that won’t affect our standings as much.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
I get what your saying, but if we physically have to play raycroft, as in Budaj’s passed out or something, then an if we lose to an eastern conference team we won’t be giving up points to another western conference team in the standings. I don’t really want Raycroft to play but if he has to we have less to lose against the East than we do against a West team.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
I understand what you’re saying. Still, it seems lately that even when we win, we had the other team a point too…
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
Another thing that’s been over-looked for tonight’s match-up: Tocchet hasn’t won a game on the the road. I bet he gets one tonight. The Avs LOVE being the ‘first’ for so many different players, coaches and jerseys.
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
I’ve got to get all of this off my chest before Monday, remember? It’s all sunshine and daisies for the 1st!!!
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
Ohh, and Radim Vrbata is still trying to prove he’s a twenty-goal-scorer and not a guy that just scored twenty goals once. Plus, he’s a former Av, so you KNOW he’ll light Raycroft like an early Christmas tree tonight.
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
If i can get a radio feed to work i’ll be here, atleast for a bit. But don’t expect any intelligent insight about anything.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
I’m all for having chicks be involved in hockey broadcasts but this Browman girl is just awful.
Red Wings Suck
yeah, there comes a point where being good looking just doesn’t cut it. Maybe if they mute her and dub someone who knows what theyre talking about she’d be acceptable
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
And she has no clue about hockey….
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:10 PM MST up reply actions
Raycroft 7-1-1 (2.41 GAA) versus Tampa
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Raycroft 2-1-0 (3.67 GAA) this year
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
McCormick in the box…Tampe Power play
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:11 PM MST up reply actions
That was quick. Not a good sign
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Their power play looks almost as bad as ours….
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:14 PM MST up reply actions
There’s a good speed to this game so far, though. Maybe somebody other than Smytty has some jump.
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
It won’t last, bank on it
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Or if you coach the Lightning “bet” on it?
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:18 PM MST up reply actions
Arnason – WTF…how do you not get that pass?
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Simple
It’s Arnason. The real question is, why are we people still passing to Arnason.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
That is a good question…
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:27 PM MST up reply actions
And committed in the offensive zone even…“shakes head”
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:26 PM MST up reply actions
Avs only have one shot on the power play, but its a goal. I guess we’ll take it.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:31 PM MST up reply actions
Leopold scores
Avs 1-0
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
McNabb just called Minnesota boring, that was hilarious.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
And true…the only peoplw who don’t seem to get it are Minny fans.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:32 PM MST up reply actions
WTH
Kolzig makes 5mill a year.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
WOLSKI SCORES! 2-0
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
2 goals in one period?
Who is this team, and what have they done with the Avalanche?
by eltharion_doa on Nov 29, 2008 7:35 PM MST up reply actions
Wolski scores
Avs 2-0
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Svatos somehow got that puck on net and Wolski gets rewarded crashing the net.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:34 PM MST up reply actions
Who’d have thought crashing the net would actually work.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Who would have though hard work would pay off?
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:36 PM MST up reply actions
That’s two assists for Svatos. Somebody look for flying pigs…
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
Shockingly new idea.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:37 PM MST up reply actions
And again!
We should do this more often.
by eltharion_doa on Nov 29, 2008 7:38 PM MST up reply actions
Its only been 20 minutes…they could still screw this up.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:39 PM MST up reply actions
Wolski scores again
Gets his own rebound. I’m getting scared
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Wolski from Svatos again….
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
No way
Arny got another second assist. Wolski has 2 goals, Svatos has 3 assists and Arny has 2 assists.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
McNabb’s already talking about Kolzig being pulled and Smith starting the 2nd.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
OMG - altitude
Haynes and McNabb just asked each other when was the last time the Avs scored 3 goals in a period and the reply actually was “I don’t know.” Then they actually said it was a long time ago. Unreal.
It must be a dream…I mean the Avs don’t even score in the first period, let alone score three times.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 7:42 PM MST up reply actions
Like I said, check for the signs: Flying pigs, frozen hell, black president, Arny with assists. We’re two out of three here people. Be afraid.
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
If Arny scores a non-EN goal, I’m going to my nuke shelter.
by eltharion_doa on Nov 29, 2008 7:44 PM MST up reply actions
It won’t be enough to protect you from the wrath of God.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 8:00 PM MST up reply actions
Am I in the right place?
Just switched over from listening to UVM beat Maine 3-2. GO CATS GO! Is this an Avalanche game? Funny reading through all the hate in the early posts… now it’s a love-in. I guess the way the season has been going, it hurts less when expectations stay low.
Save a turkey, roast a Red Wing
Expect the worst...
And you’ll usually be right, but sometimes get a pleasant surprise.
Switched over from the Magic beating the Pacers so it’s a fine, fine night.
by eltharion_doa on Nov 29, 2008 7:50 PM MST up reply actions
I’m pretty sure I saw Wojtek Wolski drive to the net, Arnason rack up some points, Svatos get involved on every goal, Raycroft make some saves, and Laperriere lead every forward on either team in ice time.
Then I punched myself in the face. After the shock wore off I checked NHL.com and it turns out that all of the stuff I saw actually happened.
NHL.com lies.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 8:01 PM MST up reply actions
I have to say, at this point in the game, at this point in the season, this is the first time I’ve seen the Avs play like they smell blood in the water…
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
Yup. And the fans were just chanting “Let’s Go Avs”. Although, part of the reason we can hear the chant is because all the fans are actually in the lower bowl. I was at the game Wednesday and the cheap seats were empty while club and lower levels were packed.
Red Wings Suck
Were they letting people “sink” (move down)?
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 8:14 PM MST up reply actions
WTH
Willsie gets an interference call on the faceoff
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Stamkos…playing point and actually shoots it on net.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 8:12 PM MST up reply actions
Was that a hip check by Hannan? that almost looked like Blake, except it was against the boards.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Shut out over….
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Lecavilier scores
Avs 3-1
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Avs starting to struggle getting the puck out of the zone and up the ice…..
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
This will thrill everyone: Wild beating the Preds 6-2. Brunette with a goal and 2 assists.
So glad we let his slow ass walk away……
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Not sure about Svatos but i’m pretty sure Arny past his point total from last season.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Svatos actually had 11 assists last season. 15 in 06-07. 18 in 05-06.
Arnason had 31pts last season…10G 21A – I know, shocking.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 8:50 PM MST up reply actions
Does Denver have a serious shaking baby problem. Altitude has PSA’s for this every ad break.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
What is a shaken baby PSA? I live in NYC. We don’t have public ads about that. Lots of get out of credit card debt ads instead.
Oh
We have lots of those too. No shortage of fraudsters in any state when it comes to credit.
Red Wings Suck
Its basically telling people that somewhere someone is shaking a baby to get them to stop crying and it’s a serious health risk for the baby and that they should walk away if they’re getting angry at the baby.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Maybe the Denver public health authorities are trying to say something about hockey fans :|
by eltharion_doa on Nov 29, 2008 8:39 PM MST up reply actions
Sigh
It would be really nice to be able to SEE this game, but Center Ice puts the Avs on Game 11… again meaning i can’t see it. They should expect a polite e-mail from me, and a nasty one from the Mrs.
Either way, I’m glad to see hear that their playing well.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 29, 2008 8:41 PM MST reply actions
That must suck, at least i know that i won’t be able to see the majority of games but knowing i’ve payed for something to watch them but then not being able to would make me suicidal.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Comcast
I’ve bitched at them 3 times, but it’s Center ice’s fault as well. They keep scheduling games on channels 11+ when there were at least channels 1-3 channels completely open at gametime.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 29, 2008 9:22 PM MST up reply actions
Jones SCORES!
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Bad pass, clearing attempt from the Tampa Goalie (Smith) and Jones gets the puck walks in, dekes him, and scores.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 8:53 PM MST up reply actions
Bad clear and move by Smith…Just after the Altiboobs were talking about his clearing/puck handling skills.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 8:53 PM MST up reply actions
FIGHT – Downy and McLeod
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
McLeod ends up under Downy, but he clearly got the better of Downy.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 8:56 PM MST up reply actions
Fight
Downey and McCleod. Sounds like McCleod won this fight.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
I think you’re on something…..
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 8:58 PM MST up reply actions
What ever it is, he needs more.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:00 PM MST up reply actions
The Avs must feel like they’re playing against their mirror image tonight. Lightning can’t clear their zone with multiple attempts, they have no cohesive offensive strategy, their PP is wretched, and only some great goaltending has kept them in it till Jones’ goal.
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
you’re a bloody jinx
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:04 PM MST up reply actions
you called it
Emminger with a shot from th epoint, possible deflection off Hannans stick
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Fan-fucking-tastic
Stastny goes to the locker room with a possible injury
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Stastny back on the bench
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:05 PM MST up reply actions
Arnason off sides…..figures, he can’t even do that right.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
In his defense it’s incredibly hard to stay onside.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
NHL.com
says 6 shots apiece this period. Lightning aren’t out of this yet.
Colorado Avalanche: Gellin' and Propellin'!!!
Especially since the Avs are giving them another power play.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:12 PM MST up reply actions
Salei chatting up Liles before the faceoff. Could it be? Communication among the d-men?
Go Avs! Let's get some goals!
Again, I think you’re just seeing things….
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:12 PM MST up reply actions
Poor Lecavalier. First he gets McCormicks stick to the face, now the puck. If he’s not careful he’ll soon look like Lappy.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
He might as well tie that arm behind his back. It can’t be any more useless.
Go Avs! Let's get some goals!
Avs PP
Interference
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Avs power play. Can we score a second ppg?
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Maybe Wolski will get an EN and the hat-trick.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
It’s just now sinking in how absolutely terrifying it is to just have a one goal lead with Andrew Raycroft in net.
Go Avs! Let's get some goals!
Budaj
I think Granato should give him 30s of work
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 29, 2008 9:24 PM MST up reply actions
EN
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
12sec on PP 29 in game
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:24 PM MST up reply actions
Well done Avs
Ice the puck with the man advantage. Smart move
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Specialty
That’s the Avs specialty, Icing on the PP
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 29, 2008 9:24 PM MST up reply actions
And not scoring on the EN
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:25 PM MST up reply actions
But it was Tampa and it was still only a 1 goal game.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:25 PM MST up reply actions
Avs win
4-3. Please don’t give Raycroft another start against Minny
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
OR
If they really wanted to give Budaj another night off, they should just play with 6. Probably a wash…
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 29, 2008 9:27 PM MST up reply actions
They could always dress Clark in the goalie gear and sit both Budaj and Raycroft.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:28 PM MST up reply actions
He might need a face mask though. Then again, Dater will probably really scream about rebounds.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:30 PM MST up reply actions
Nah, thats limited to Boods. he really has something against him, when Boods plays incredibly good he’ll either find a complaint with his rebounds or just say something along the lines of " Boods played well" and leave it at that. he never elaborates on Boods good play and doesn’t shut up about his bad play.
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
3 stars
1. Wolski
2. Svatos
3. Lacavelier
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
About time Wolski stepped up and had a good game. He was great on offense and strong on the PK. Good work, Baron.
Go Avs! Let's get some goals!
He’s been strong on the pk this season, a couple of games ago he was Willsie and they wrecked havoc on the opposition.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Nov 29, 2008 9:29 PM MST up reply actions
On highlight review, Jones’ goal looked pretty freakin sweet. He should really do that more often.
Red Wings Suck
Glad Smith didn't start tonight.
Against Olie the Goalie, Avs 3, Bolts 0 in one period.
Against Smith the Goalie, Avs 1, Bolts 3 in two periods.
If only we could score four or more goals with Boods in net, we’d be a force.
Beware the Baron VonWolski
Well, that was money well spent. Fine night at the Can with a good crowd. Avs skated hard all night.
If anyone deserves that kind of goal support, it’s Andrew Rycroft.
So what the hell, put the three softest guys on one line and they just kill it. Even Arnasons usual routine of poke checks and crossing passes worked. Some of it has to do with Tampa Bay playing a skating game like Edmonton and not resorting to some left wing lock etc…
Lots more to say but it’s just good to feel good about the team again.
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