Game 43: Avalanche At Blue Jackets, Preview And Open Thread
by Joe Dunman on Jan 13, 2009 2:00 PM MST
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PrintColorado Avalanche at Columbus Blue Jackets, Jan 13, 2009 5:00 PM MST
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| Colorado Avalanche |
7:00 pm ET / 5:00 pm MT |
Columbus Blue Jackets |
| 22-19-1 | January 13, 2009 | 20-18-4 |
| 45 points |
Nationwide Arena |
44 Points |
| 8th in West |
Columbus, OH |
9th in West |
What an exciting game. Two teams, both meekly fighting for the last playoff spot in the West, both depleted by injuries and both relying on so-far-lucky goalies who could easily implode at any moment.
The bright side of all of this mediocrity? Wojtek Wolski, who has six points in his last three games since moving to the position of first line center for the Avalanche. His secret? He played center for years until joining the Avs, where the presence of Joe Sakic and Paul Stastny kept him relegated to left wing, a position he's obviously not really suited for. Now, with the top centers out with extended injuries, and Tyler Arnason not really an option (on any line, really), The Baron is now at home in the middle of the ice where he belongs. It's not hurting him much that his linemates are Ryan Smyth and Milan Hejduk, that's for sure.
Really, that's about all worth talking about. Adam Foote is still out, so he won't get to experience the hearty boos from the jaded (and tiny) crowd at Nationwide Arena in Columbus. I guess it's notable that Andrew Raycroft is getting his fourth straight start in goal, but I'm pretty much done talking about goalies this season. Just keep winning, Razor, and I'll love you forever.
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Again, you go with the goalie that gives you “W’s.” Since neither of our goalies are high caliber, super winning, consistent goalies…you go with what you have. I am usually not a fan of the “hot hand method…” but right now, what do you have to lose? The 8th playoff spot?
They should play Cumisky for that same reason. Get the kid some experience, and give us a chance to watch his wheels. When he goes coast to coast, it is fun to watch. Why not? is Tjarnqvist our future?
GO AVS!!!
by slapshotr2007 on Jan 13, 2009 3:56 PM MST up reply actions
I should also mention that I never thought I would see the day when there was Columbus Blue Jacket trolls. I have seen them on other boards and in the “Denver Post” today. Thank you Adam Foote! Not only has your defense been mediocre, but you brought a new brand of annoyance, to my already troll-filled hockey life. :)
For some reason...
I really dislike Columbus. Maybe it’s the dumbass antics of Chimera, Tollefson and Westcott last year against the Avs. Or the incessant whining from the goalies about Ryan Smyth (as an added bonus, Hitchcock bitched when he was interviewed from the bench during the last game). Or the cannon. Or the homerist of the homer announcers (Jeff Rimer and Danny Gare). Or the crap about Foote. It’s no Detroit, but at least in my mind there’s a little rivalry kind of thing there.
In fact, I made an effort to record the Columbus feed tonight, just because I WANT to be angered by the Columbus Clowns. Somehow, I feel that will make the game more enjoyable to me.
Hyphens cause writers more trouble than any other form of punctuation, except perhaps commas.
by David Driscoll-Carignan on Jan 13, 2009 2:27 PM MST reply actions
Wow
I have the online Columbus feed and the announcer guy with the moustache has a really LOUD and annoying voice. Keep your volume low.
as a new member
I’d like to say I’ve read allot of negative thought’s on this blog and wonder if any one had some more posative comment’s and insight’s to keep me interested? All this, this guy sucks that guy sucks is depressing.
I’ve got something that’s been on my mind for awhile, I’d like to hear some feed back on. Joe SaKic was injured in a snow blowing accident and that’s a non Hockey injury, does He get paid during his down time and rehab? My thought is the GM should ask Joe to retire and free up some cap money. Then hire Him back as a Coach of sorts so he can still put food on the table. Coach Joe Sakic sounds godd does’nt it? any feed back before the trade deadline?
GO AVALANCHE ! ! !
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
I’d like to say I’ve read allot of negative thought’s on this blog and wonder if any one had some more posative comment’s and insight’s to keep me interested? All this, this guy sucks that guy sucks is depressing.
I spent nearly half of the preview talking about how awesome Wojtek Wolski is. Welcome aboard.
Go Avs! Let's get some goals!
well done, just catching up I just meant in general.
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
There is humor and positivity, but lots of sarcasm too. If nothing else, you must at least enjoy the awesome nicknames for the players!
I think you’re going to see people get really down on some weeks and really up on other nights, depending on whether the Avs win or lose. I’ve been thinking it’s sort of funny. The week right after the Avs beat the Wings, everyone was really happy. Last week, it was hilarious — people were seriously pissed and were talking about how the players never play a full game, how they were ready to burn down the practice arena, how they wanted to trade Svatos (yeah, that’s you, JonHaven ;-), etc. This week, most people are ecstatic and optimistic again, because the Avs won three in a row.
I just decided this season not to get so down with the team because there is so much serious hurt going on in the world and in NYC (where I live) with the horrible economy. I can’t afford to expend negative energy on entertainment, no matter how much I love the Avs. That also means I’m not going to ga-ga after a couple of wins either.
I try to be a realist
and sometimes that means that certain players "suck’ and that the team isn’t playing well. It’s not like I’m punching holes in doors when the Avs aren’t playing well and lose.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 4:09 PM MST up reply actions
negative energy is weak. go posative, very powerful.
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
Hopefully
You’ve been reading lately, because I’ve been preaching “Positivity!”
But like Joe said, welcome aboard.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 4:31 PM MST up reply actions
Positivity
Has been the major them around here for a week or so…sometimes it’s still hard to be positive about certain players, games, organizational move or lack there of. But even if it’s done with sarcasm, the tone has changed toward the positive.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 4:41 PM MST up reply actions
THNX! Great post, and Great sentiment.
but times are changeing and so is the rest of the League The AV’s cant afford to take a wait and see approach and let the rest of the TEAM’s in our division pass us up. This TEAM needs to make some changes and soon. I cant listen to some of the fan’s talking about running off arnasen, or Tucker and then give Joe a free ticket. If Joe was a TEAM player, and I know he is. He would reevaluate what his goals are and maybe move into Coaching or the office. Look to the future, and make the right decision.
GO AVALANCHE! ! !
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
I disagree
There is no comparing Joe with Arnason or Tucker. Joe was a 100pt scorer two season ago (his last healthy season). Arnason and Tucker have done exactly what for this team?
Even last season Joe had 40pts in 44 games (just under a point per game). If he feels he can be healthy and wants to come back next season, I give him the benefit of the doubt.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 8:08 PM MST up reply actions
Hmmpfff
You’re talking about a HOF’er barely two seasons removed from a 100 point season. He’s gonna go sometime but it should be on his own terms. End of story. I see your point, though.
Red Wings Suck
AGREED! On his term's
and I’m not compareing Joe to Arneson and Tucker I’m talking about three positions that need to be filled that’s all. Joe is an Icon just like Mike Shanahan was to The Broncos but times change and sometimes it’s hard to let go.
GO AVALANCHE! ! !
P.S. I like the sound of Coach Sakic…….
Tactics without Strategy is the noise you hear before Defeat!
I disagree completely
About Joe leaving on his terms. If he’s in form, healthy and playing well then yeah he can stay and decide when he wants to leave, But if he’s not putting up points and out of form then he needs to be told when to leave. one of the Australian cricket players quit yesterday, He was one of the best opening batsmen of the last few decades but in his last 10 or so games(The entire cricket summer) he averaged 11 runs with the bat, he used to average 50 odd. The selectors needed to have the balls to tell him his time is up instead of letting him decide. Eventually he quit because he knew he was unlikely to be selected and now the thing most people will think about is how he stayed too long instead of what a geat player he was. The same thing will happen to Joe if he doesn’t know when to quit.
I want him to stay as long as he thinks he can help AND he’s puttng up numbers, If he can’t do that then we should let one of the younger guys play in his spot.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
With Joe
I don’t think you have to worry about him staying past his time. He’s already said if he can’t produce he won’t stay. He wants to be a first line guy or nothing. I have a feeling his play when/if he comes back this season will determine next season. If he has an effect on the team he might stay. If he doesn’t, he’ll retire…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 9:06 PM MST up reply actions
Thats my point really
If he can produce for the next 50 years I’d love for him to stay, If he’s willing to play 3rd line minutes for 3rd line pay, he’d have to take a serious pay cut to justify him staying, then i’m happy with that. I just don’t think he should be allowed by either himself or the Avs to stay when he’s not producing and become a joke like Chelios, who at one time was probably great but it was so long ago no one remembers.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Seeing a superstar clinging to the game gives you images like these
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 14, 2009 3:22 AM MST up reply actions
Joe – 15 games 2G 10 A 12pts -6
Arnason – 42 games 2G 10A 12pts -5
Tucker – 32 games 4G 5A 9pts -6.
Give me Joe Sakic any day of the week.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 8:14 PM MST up reply actions
There it is.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 8:14 PM MST up reply actions
I'm interested in him as a coach
but I’m not sure how he’d do. He’s awfully soft spoken on the ice as a player, I’m not sure he’d be any different as a coach. The guys may play for him out of shear respect, but for how long. He might make a better assistant behind some one like Roy…you could have a good coach/bad coach effect.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 8:25 PM MST up reply actions
Yay
My friend cancelled our “the night before she leaves for Sundance” drinks because she has to work all night on her film, so I get to watch the Avs and have drinks with the MHH internet barroom kids. Go Avs!
Hmm, I think I might start with a glass now….
Go Avs!
Are you contributing to underage drinking?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 4:11 PM MST up reply actions
Of course not!
That would be totally illegal….
By “kids,” I mean young-in-spirit, not-necessarily-young-in-age members of MHH who occasionally sip something harder than juice while posting during Avs games. But you knew that…..
Drive safe
we’ll keep a seat warm for you…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 4:56 PM MST up reply actions
Damn you Gamecenter
I have the bloody Blue Jackets’ feed. Apparently the announcers believe that Columbus is the greatest team ever and Colorado will start the game down 7 goals. All scored by Filatov.
Can you not choose the feed?
I just received Gamecenter as a gift and I thought that was part of the deal. Oh well.
Chossing feed...
Radio feed you can choose, not sure about video since I don’t have it.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:10 PM MST up reply actions
Cheers!
Let’s start this game right boys!
(image stole from Pension Plan Puppets – who stole it from elsewhere)
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Only tainted by the sens logo on the bottle….I may have to do a photoshop edit and and clean that up…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:07 PM MST up reply actions
I was so mesmerized
by the shiny pretty cup and that lovely amber color that I didn’t even see the bottle. We can just lose the bottle and it would still be lovely.
If thats a real beer glass,
Someone please please please tell me where to get one. If not, oh well
I blame it all on my goalie
Avs on the PP
1st of the game….
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Another power play wasted...
No shots, and when the puck took a weird bounce not one Avs was crashing the net (which was open).
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:12 PM MST up reply actions
Hopefully
as the game goes on they will play less and less.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:14 PM MST up reply actions
Is it Dupuis?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:16 PM MST up reply actions
He was on the ice when Tucker got boarded…so either he’s on that line, or a line change wasn’t finished.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:18 PM MST up reply actions
I'll be around in a few minutes
when I finish making some phone calls to family & friends.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
Actually he dumped the puck in and then got boarded by Dorsett…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:17 PM MST up reply actions
Really?
It’s still karma for him, don’t ya think, after all those years of boarding, taking out knees, etc.?
Probably....
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:19 PM MST up reply actions
Good cross pass by Wolski, Smyth just misses
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Dorsett out of the box and get a one on none chance…then gets a mouth full from Tucker.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:21 PM MST up reply actions
Both going to the box
Tucker and Dorsett are getting penalties?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:22 PM MST up reply actions
New Altitude Commercial
That was weird…..
Smyth (?) at the mirror in the bathroom trying to fix/sew a cut above his eye….McNabb comes out and is putting on his makeup?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Long shift for Columbus
McLeod was without a stick most of it….
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
SCORE! SVATOS some how gets it behind Mason!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Five hole
off the second rebound from Stewart…..
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:33 PM MST up reply actions
Sure do...
It’s just his 7th goal this season….
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:35 PM MST up reply actions
Jesus, The highlander has that many
The acl really does take a year, huh?
I blame it all on my goalie
And
he has played a lot on the third line, either with and without doughnut hole.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:39 PM MST up reply actions
Nice stat...
When scoring at least three goals.
Avs 16-4-0. BJ’s 15-3-3
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Okay, just got here
how bad have the BJ trolls been??
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 5:40 PM MST reply actions
Don't think we've seen any?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:41 PM MST up reply actions
I thought you would!
and I doubt you’re alone
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 5:51 PM MST up reply actions
I don’t think there’s been any. But you gotta catch up and go look at the beautiful beer glass that the Canary posted.
LOVE it!!! Prompted me to crack a freshie!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 5:51 PM MST up reply actions
This game started at 5:00 MST?
Geography wise, Columbus should not be in the western conference. Technically neither should Detroit.
And colorado
Should not be in the NW. Central would be way more appropriate.
I blame it all on my goalie
No they shouldn't
but until two East teams move out West, you don’t have two teams in the West by geography.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 5:43 PM MST up reply actions
Well it was ten years ago,
They may have forgotten by now (also I think there are at least 20 people now)
I blame it all on my goalie
Well Detroit
shouldn’t be in the NHL, its completely unsafe working conditions. The city’s full of murderous gangstas and the only thing in Detroit older than the Joe Louis Arena is Chris Chelios.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
good point
Plus why does the NHL insist on having a team in a ruined city anyway? It’s not like the Italians play football in the Colliseum or European nobles live in castles anymore (usually).
22nd?
That would be a record, for sure
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 5:51 PM MST up reply actions
of course
but we still have to give you a hard time! = )
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 5:53 PM MST up reply actions
At least with 22 periods they’d be bound to put 100% into atleast 7.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
we’d definitely get 60 minutes out of them
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 5:57 PM MST up reply actions
Haha
Carry to the torch for a bit. These phone calls take forever -_-
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 5:56 PM MST up reply actions
Minus "to"
because it doesn’t make any sense.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 5:56 PM MST up reply actions
Bjs
Have been sitting back all game trying to pull a minnesota
So for all of you in cold states
you may not want to hear this BUT …. it’s so freaking hot in So Cal right now that I’m having a hard time keeping my Footer jersey on. I’m sweating like a hockey player!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 5:53 PM MST reply actions
you know it!
first thing i did was turn on the game. second? grabbed a beer!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 5:56 PM MST up reply actions
I doubt that.
I find it hard for anyone to sweat like a hockey player unless they’re playing, I had sweat dripping from my forehead getting padded up, and all I had was my leg pads and pants on.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
i was using this thing called a simile…perhaps you’ve of them. ; -)
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 5:59 PM MST up reply actions
Can't say I
am one of them, I’ve HEARD of them but I’m not yet one of them but i’ll get there, I am half metaphor though, my brother dad was a metaphor when he met my sister mum.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
you got me
i was paying more attention to the game than my typing
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:02 PM MST up reply actions
After 1 period
Avs 1 – 0 BJ’s
Oil 2 – 0 Caps
Pens 1 – 1 Flyers
Habs 0 – 0 Bruins
Crap I forgot to post that….LOL
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Theo's in net
Nuff said.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:02 PM MST up reply actions
Why
Would the Blue Jackets have a white out night? Shouldn’t they have a Blue-out night? (I have no sound so if there was a legitmate reason for it I didn’t hear it.)
cuz “Blue Out” sounds lame??
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:04 PM MST up reply actions
Maybe
They haven’t realized that the home team doesn’t wear white?
(crap I screwed up below)
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:06 PM MST up reply actions
Because
A “White Out” Night makes more sense for the BJs.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:06 PM MST up reply actions
Mason "a corner stone goaltender"
Isn’t that what the kept saying about Leclaire?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Maybe
they haven’t realized that the home team doesn’t wear white?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:05 PM MST up reply actions
you know, the Avs used to have a team superskills contest. i used to go them; totally entertaining. when did they stop doing those?
You mean like The Baron and his worthless penalty shot ability?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:09 PM MST up reply actions
Oh wait got to be positive.
They don’t have superskills because….they have HYPERSKILLS!! (must be in all caps). Besides, nobody has ever heard of a hyperskills competition.
Or UBERskills.
That would be fun to watch.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:10 PM MST up reply actions
+1 I like uberskills
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:11 PM MST up reply actions
Positivity
Since I’ve been watching I’ve seen Arnie make at least 2 great plays. Now THAT’S something to cheer about.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:06 PM MST reply actions
Really? How many beers have you had? (Just kidding). You know he’s on the same line with Tucker now; we’re horrified….
Have we realized who’s getting hosed by having to play with them?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:08 PM MST up reply actions
can you imagine that guy’s reaction? “WTF?!?! Who did I sleep with to deserve that??”
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:09 PM MST up reply actions
yeah, that’s pretty scary
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:08 PM MST up reply actions
It's perfect
that they’re on a line together. If we can keep all of the fail together, it may not spread.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:09 PM MST up reply actions
3rd line?
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:10 PM MST up reply actions
This line
of Stewart-Hensick-Svatos is really putting the pressure on tonight.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
Lines?
Smyth-Wolski-Hejduk
Stewart-Hensick-Svatos
Tucker-Arnason-Dupuis/Jones
McLeod-Willsie-Jones/Dupuis
Either way, it seems a waste for Jones.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Especially
after he’s played so well lately. It’s like he’s been demoted.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:12 PM MST up reply actions
C'mon, Positivity!
Maybe he can look at it as an oppty to help those two elevate their playing to HIS level….
or
that he’s so good he can ensure that line won’t end up with boat loads of goals against
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:15 PM MST up reply actions
At least Jones and Tucker can score goals…..
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:16 PM MST up reply actions
Avs getting a third PP
0-2 so far with maybe one shot….
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Power Play
Third?? already?? dang, they’re not converting much are they? Third times the charm, as they say!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:12 PM MST reply actions
First one they never got set up and didn’t get a shot.
Second looked slightly better, except Arnason-Tucker getting PP ice time…and as the penalty expire the BJ’s hit Dorsett for a one on Goalie.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:14 PM MST up reply actions
clearly
this one is not going much better. damn. come on boys, break it out!!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:16 PM MST up reply actions
At least the blue liners are looking to shoot…Liles put one on net and got us hoping.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:17 PM MST up reply actions
he’s been doing a lot more of that the past 4 or 5 games. me likey.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:18 PM MST up reply actions
Ummm
do the BJs have all the West conf/NHL flags flying in their arena?
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:17 PM MST reply actions
If NHL 09
has taught me anything thePanthers also have all the flags flying.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
perhaps
that’s cuz they don’t have many (any?) other flags flying up there!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:24 PM MST up reply actions
You mean...
like division championship banners, Stanely Cup Banners, Jersey Retirements….ETC.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:25 PM MST up reply actions
actually
i was referring more to the BJs, but I guess I shoulda been clearer ’bout that
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:33 PM MST up reply actions
Apparently they have the best first season record in NHL history. I would have thought the Avs would since they won the cup in their first season but nope, It’s the panthers.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Rayzor's looking good
Though he’s doing a bit more flippity flop than I like
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:19 PM MST reply actions
Meh
If it works I don’t really care, you can tell a goalie how he should play but they’ve got to find a style that works for them.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"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 have trouble clearing late in the period again….
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
at least some things never change!
it’s comforting
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:21 PM MST up reply actions
wow, early game?
well, better late than never. i thought it was a 6oclock game. we look ok tho, for the seven mins i have been watching.
We've been ok
Don’t have quite the jump we have had the last few games…Columbus seems to come on even stronger at the end of each period…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:21 PM MST up reply actions
BJ Fans
not happy with the hit and take down by JML
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
That was beautiful
JML getting all The Wrestler now. fixed. ; – )
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:26 PM MST up reply actions
Nice hit by Liles
don’t see him doing that very often
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:20 PM MST reply actions
Arnie's line
Has been constantly getting pressured deep in our zone alot of the game
You would think we’d start seeing them less and less.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:22 PM MST up reply actions
you would think
but you’d be wrong!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:22 PM MST up reply actions
BJ's are irritating to watch
After playing the Hawks and Pens, the BJ’s is watching paint dry. This game has been Columbus trap fest.
Not much action, that’s for sure…just 15 shots a piece….after 35:00
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:22 PM MST up reply actions
he looks like that british comedian (from the 70s?), you know, the one who played the toymaker in chitty chitty bang bang.
Haven't seen that movie in a while
so I wouldn’t know…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:26 PM MST up reply actions
I finally
saw the replay of the first goal from last night. Wooooow.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:37 PM MST up reply actions
Crap…you knew it was only a matter of time…
Can’t let the BJ’s control the puck in your zone like this
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Nope
definitely can’t do that. It was just a matter of time. But that’s okay. We’ll get it back!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:27 PM MST up reply actions
I'm tryin!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:29 PM MST up reply actions
I know hey
Wish i got the altitude feed on center ice
i’m debating whether watching in HD is worth listening to them.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:31 PM MST up reply actions
mine too
they sound like they’re about to, you know, enjoy the fruits of the BJs labor. hehe
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:29 PM MST up reply actions
Goal score by...
Yako…where the other two Animaniacs?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Anyone watching any of the Habs-Bruins game
Thomas just dropped 46 of the Habs after he laid a hit on someone in the corner, It was hilarious.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
A Kostitiyn got a 5 minute boarding major and Thomas got a roughing call leading to a 4 on 3.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Damn
to bad Goalies don’t count in fantasy PIMs
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:35 PM MST up reply actions
Two garbage goals
In this classic columbus garbage game
i will take as many garbage goals
that the Avs can make!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:34 PM MST up reply actions
Other games:
Avs 1 – 1 BJ’s
Oil 3 – 1 Caps (2:00 to go in 2nd)
Pens 3 – 1 Flyers (3:30 to go in 2nd)
Habs 1 – 1 Bruins (4:30 to go in second)
Wild 2 – 0 Coyotes (5:30 to go in 1st)
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Positivity
It took Boston 1:30 to score on a 5 on 3.
2 – 1 with 1 minute 20 left in the second
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
After 2 periods
Pens score again and lead Flyers 4-1
Bruins score and lead 2-1 over Habs
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:41 PM MST up reply actions
My family is fine.
The calls were regarding me.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:48 PM MST up reply actions
Haha
Yeah, you could say that.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:53 PM MST up reply actions
Haha
I’ll pass on this one.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:55 PM MST up reply actions
Allright...
We had to cancel practice today and the students start semester finals tomorrow. The school years is almost half over.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:46 PM MST up reply actions
Aw
I know a few people in that situation today.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:48 PM MST up reply actions
Fuckin awesome
Someone stole my wallet and my mums bag from our kitchen table in the middle of the night, It’s been a great day so far.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
hahahahahah
did anyone else just see the farmersonly.com dating site on the columbus feed? a dating site for farmers! it was amazing, they had farm animals voiced-over talking about where their farmers are. amazing.
It is Ohio...
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:48 PM MST up reply actions
O lawd.
DO WANT>
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:48 PM MST up reply actions
Third period....
Lets hope the Avs get an early one and can withstand the BJ flurry in the last 5:00.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
the columbus announcers were so funny, they were talking about how it was obviously an interference call… no questions, hannan deserves the box.
i just had to laugh
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:55 PM MST up reply actions
Another Avs penalty
come on guys….
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
That was weak
especially after the no-call on the elbow to Svatos’ head.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 6:57 PM MST up reply actions
That was such a BS call
Freaking ridiculous
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:57 PM MST reply actions
wow
what a penalty!!!!! he touched him a lil with his stick
Positivity!
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 6:59 PM MST up reply actions
No
it’s only one goal
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:59 PM MST up reply actions
OR
Beachie’s positivity?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:01 PM MST up reply actions
I vote for that one!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:02 PM MST up reply actions
TIE GAME
Weak goal but, Stewie scores!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:00 PM MST up reply actions
Well
the BJs can thank the refs for that one. Total BS
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 6:58 PM MST reply actions
Stewie scores!
with an assist by ARNIE!!!! Take that you BJs
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:00 PM MST reply actions
The BJ announcers are so lame
after each goal, they’ve said, “I’m sure Mason would like that one back.” uh, DER! What goalie would not want it back??
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:01 PM MST reply actions
The hockey gods
Evening the game out because of the horrible call
Not for long
as the BJs score again
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:02 PM MST up reply actions
What the hell
score BJ’s and its 3-2
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Should have been interference
Raycroft was bumped trying to cross…two missed calls on the BJ’s now.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Now you can say
the game is over
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:03 PM MST reply actions
Not that you can blame Raycroft
but is it time to pull him? Avs need to get their heads back in this game…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
I think so
just to switch out the momentum
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:05 PM MST up reply actions
BJ’s score 2 goals in 30 seconds and 3 in 2:30. You need something to chance that momentum.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:06 PM MST up reply actions
So far this season
Avs outscored 5-14 by BJ’s
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Avs gettin a power play
of course this would be a good time to score….Positivity and all…they won’t
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Bite thy tongue!
They will score! Wolski will bang one home
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:06 PM MST up reply actions
POSTIVITITY!!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:08 PM MST up reply actions
uhhh
bad spelling.
POSITIVITY
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:10 PM MST up reply actions
I'm surprised
they’re not here gloating
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:07 PM MST up reply actions
Get ready for the trolls.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:07 PM MST up reply actions
SMYTH SCORES!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Clark took the shot and Smyth bangs home the rebound.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:07 PM MST up reply actions
Sultan Smyth?
Someone post that earlier today in another thread.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:08 PM MST up reply actions
nope
I like Sir Smytty
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:09 PM MST up reply actions
WTF!?!
The BJ feed totally came in late and I missed it completely
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:07 PM MST reply actions
See your glad I'm home and watching the game again
Smyth scores as I turn the tv on. The crazy offensive juggernaut that is the BJ’s will no longer hurt the Avs.
About time!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:08 PM MST up reply actions
Smyth goes to the box
WTF was that?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
no kidding
what was up with that?
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:12 PM MST up reply actions
and lucky to come back on time
this feed sucks. i’m just sayin
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:11 PM MST up reply actions
You're kidding me!!
Another penalty against the Avs?? Interference is such a weak call
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:09 PM MST reply actions
Short handed goal
perhaps?
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:11 PM MST reply actions
I'm calling shoot out
though winning in reg would be so much better
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:15 PM MST up reply actions
It was my fault guys
I sat down at work to watch the game and the BJs scored like three times. I am now not watching so the avs can feel free to score. Obviously Smyth heard me, now someone else needs to.
I blame it all on my goalie
ah that's what it was
I knew it was from some 80s flick
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:16 PM MST up reply actions
not one of my fave beefcake scenes. Wil Smith in the shower in I Robot is way better
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:18 PM MST up reply actions
Don’t get her to riled up…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:21 PM MST up reply actions
Is that music
the Wyld Stallions theme from Bill and Ted??
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:16 PM MST reply actions
I like his instrumental from the movie “twister”. I think it’s called “Fear the Wind” or something like that
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:18 PM MST up reply actions
No Top Gun
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:17 PM MST up reply actions
Since
everything in Ohio has to do with farm animals.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:18 PM MST up reply actions
Haha
well played.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:19 PM MST up reply actions
3:00
Come on Avs we need another one….PLEASE!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Raycroft coming off
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Smyth playing Goalie
for the BJ’s…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Craptastic
0-3 against the BJ’s this season. How do we beat the Evil Empire and not the BJ’s?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
because
the Avs play to the level of the team they’re facing.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:24 PM MST up reply actions
Jackets in 8th place!!!
for 2 days maximum!!!
Wow
I didn’t realize the Jackets just clinched a playoff spot. my gosh.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
lol
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:24 PM MST up reply actions
Damn it
that sucks. BUT POSITIVITY they didn’t get a blow out or anything so the BJ trolls can’t have too much to yap about
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:23 PM MST reply actions
Okay
They can’t have anything to yap about…at all. Ever. They’ve never made the even made the playoffs. How the hell can they honestly be taken even kind of seriously when the only thing they’ve ever “won” is a cozy spot in the Top 5 of the draft every year.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:24 PM MST up reply actions
Except
the BJ’s own us so far this season…we are 0-3 versus them.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 7:26 PM MST up reply actions
yah but
we’re 2-0 against the Wings!!!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:26 PM MST up reply actions
It's only fair
because we won what, like our first 22 ever against them? I mean, really. If there’s one team that shouldn’t have anything to talk about to the Avs, it’s Columbus!
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:27 PM MST up reply actions
They also have the cover of an NHL video game, thats something which the Avs, to my knowledge, have never done with the exception of the NHL 2004 mess
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Rob Blake!
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:27 PM MST up reply actions
When was that.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
I actually
don’t remember the year. I’m pretty sure it was 2002, but I’m not 100%
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by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:34 PM MST up reply actions
nah, 2002 was Mario lemieux, 2001 was one of the stars, 2003 was Iginla, 2004 was Heatley/Sakic, 2005 was Naslund, 06 was Lecavilier, 07 was Ovechkin, 08 was Staal and 09 was Phadouche. This is off the top of my head though so some may be wrong.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
I know there's a game
with Rob Blake on the cover. I see it in game stores all the time. Don’t forget that were multiple NHL games back then.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:39 PM MST up reply actions
NHL 98
Featured Peter Forsberg,
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
See
He never got his due. He should have been on multiple covers.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:46 PM MST up reply actions
Next season, ya know, after he comes back this season for a few more, it will happen.
Red Wings Suck
Which he won't do
because he’s gonna stay in Sweden and pine for Ledin’s return.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:48 PM MST up reply actions
I’d rather see Stastny on the cover than Forsberg now. Hopefully they’ll work on the goaltending and put another goalie on the cover. Preferebly Boods but that’ll never happen so probably Price, I like him.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"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 just pissed theres only ever been one goalie on covers, and that Vanbiesbrouck on NHL 97
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
I love that cover dude
Because it’s a picture of the puck going past Beezer in Game 4 of the Cup Finals.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:53 PM MST up reply actions
They live in ohio
I’d be seriously pissed too. What a bland frickin state to live. uggg. They don’t get to ski. /nelson voice haha
I blame it all on my goalie
Its not about putting a streak of wins together
Its about winning 12 out of 16 and putting nice sections of the season together
tru dat
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:25 PM MST up reply actions
Its also about the saints returnin
Peter and Paul
Okay, I’m outta here. I shall hit you all up on the flip side. Have a great Wednesday!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 7:27 PM MST reply actions
You know when you wake up in the middle of the night
and you’re crazy hot so you flip your pillow over to the cold side?
That’s the flip side. At least, that’s what it’s always been in my mind.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:32 PM MST up reply actions
Cool as the other side of the pillow
Has always been one of my favorite sayings.
I blame it all on my goalie
Holy cow...
With the loss tonight, and the Oilers winning the Avs drop from 8th to 10th. If the Wild win (up 3-1 after 40:00) the Avs drop to 11th.
One good thin about a roller coaster…you know you’ll be climbing again soon.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
I love
that this has caught on.
You guys make me so proud q_q
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:34 PM MST up reply actions
Life's too short
not to be positive.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 7:41 PM MST up reply actions
I know my mind is always in the gutter
but that really doesn’t look like a heart. It Positively looks like something else…… ummm…. manbag related. I’m not trying to tell you to not use it, just saying I’m going to snicker every time I see it.
I blame it all on my goalie
It can look like that to some people
but those people tend to be the ones who need to be a little more honest with themselves.
<3
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 8:26 PM MST up reply actions
I like to think of it as a difference
in reading right to left or left to right. I am not chinese (being completely honest with myself here) so I read it left to right. Or maybe its how you tilt it. I don’t know, except for that my mind is honestly in the gutter. Straight in to the gutter, in case you were wondering. :)
Anyway, nice dig, but I’m still going to snicker. Honestly….
I blame it all on my goalie
It's cool
I wouldn’t have said it if I didn’t think you’d take it well. At least you have company in the gutter.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 8:33 PM MST up reply actions
Well we need to get a few people out of the gutter, my mind is having a hard time floating by….
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 8:36 PM MST up reply actions
Anyway
I’m positively going to sign off now, and go have a work session. But later on I’ll have a CoPo for ya tex. Sometime you guys will have to remind me of the shot menu I made. I was bored (REALLY bored) while on the GDT one night and looking through my shot book, and either assigned or invented shots for all the regular types around here. Its honestly prettu positively a good list. But its at home and the only ones I remember are bubblegum (duh) and Tazmanian Devil for the Savage, even tho he doesn’t drink.
Give a man a beer, and he’ll waste a day. Teach a man to brew, and he’ll waste a lifetime…..
I blame it all on my goalie
I remember that GDT
it was the one where i started referring to myself as The Savage, because of you red, and beath The Canary by 1 post. Look for Mikes post about me and you’ll find the thread.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
I tried to reply to this
but I don’t know where it went.
Short version, I apologize to all MHH members for setting him off…
I blame it all on my goalie
No need to apologize
the MHH community loved it, I could tell by their replies that it was the single greatest thing to happen to the MHH community in along time, Up there with Forsberg and Sakic signing.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
It's been fun
but I wouldn’t go as far as to say it the single greatest thing to happen to MHH in a long time.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
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 Jan 13, 2009 9:50 PM MST up reply actions
I'm with Red
and I honestly know exactly why it looks that way to me! for a little TMI: dry spells suck.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 13, 2009 9:21 PM MST up reply actions
Thats why you need to watch the post game.....
JML in a towel after the shower.
Anyway, thanks for getting my back on that…and yes, dry spells suck. I know way too much about those.
I blame it all on my goalie
Dry spell, eh?
I guess it’s karmic retribution for trusting a Red Wings fan to know what he’s doing.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 9:31 PM MST up reply actions
Eh, wot?
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 8:19 PM MST up reply actions
Oh.
I should have known.
Silly me.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 13, 2009 11:14 PM MST up reply actions
Interview with G
Jones – left game with back injury….tightened up on him….hopefully he’ll be back on Thursday?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Mild win 6-3…and push Avs to 11th.
Canucks losing 3-1 to New Jersey with 4:00 left in 1st.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
I saw this and wanted to point it out
because it seemed eerily familiar.
From the Blackhawks blog in a discussion about their goalies, one guy says this:
" I do have to admit though
That despite the numbers that have been dug up here, I still have more confidence in the Hawks chances when the Khabby is in net. I don’t know why that is, but I do."
Hmmmmmm…………….
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Sounds strangely familiar. Wierdly enough i just clicked the link to that exact post before scrolling down to this message.
stats can lie and I think thats whats happening to us and chicago, The one with more talent has worse stats for whatever eason than the slightly less talented one. I’m interested to see how much goals have been scored by the Avs when Boods is in net as opposed to Rayzor.
Right now I don’t have aproblem with rayzor being #1 if he can keep up this level of play, a little competition’s good for both of them.
The Savage - Game Thread Leader and King Of The World
"Two roads divurged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Agreed
that I don’t have a problem with Raycroft playing for now, but if he experiences a precipitous drop, there should be little hesitation in removing him.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 14, 2009 1:06 AM MST up reply actions
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