A Little Rain For Our Monday Parade
by David Driscoll-Carignan on Oct 19, 2009 3:07 PM MDT
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Just a small reminder that the NHL season is very, very long. (Too long, but that's another show).
Through the first 8 games in 2009, the Avalanche have scored 27 goals - 10 on the power play - and have 13 points.
Through the first 8 games in 2008, the Avalanche had scored 29 goals - 9 on the power play - and had 10 points. Over the next 5 games the Avs scored just 8 goals and lost all 5. And I think you know how the season ended.
Don't start waiting in line for those playoff tickets just yet.
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You tell him Angie!
There is basically a cumulative Niagra Falls of shit happening right now.
by Pinchy The Lobster on Oct 19, 2009 5:58 PM MDT up reply actions
I thought you looked like Angie Harmon in one of those pics…
There is basically a cumulative Niagra Falls of shit happening right now.
by Pinchy The Lobster on Oct 20, 2009 8:44 AM MDT up reply actions
now THAT is a good pickup line
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Oct 20, 2009 8:58 AM MDT up reply actions
Skills, bro… skills.
There is basically a cumulative Niagra Falls of shit happening right now.
by Pinchy The Lobster on Oct 20, 2009 9:12 AM MDT up reply actions
24 goals – definitely a drop this year.
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Oct 19, 2009 3:16 PM MDT up reply actions
but unless Anderson can score goals too, my super top secret hidden message that the Avs won’t always be scoring so easily remains
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Oct 19, 2009 3:47 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
17 through 8 games this year (not counting goal 4, the shootout point for the Hawks)
Last year through 8, the Avs had given up 24
How does that work?
Does the one point win in a shootout count as an extra goal? And does the difference making player in the shootout get credited with a game winning goal (Hejduk the other night against the wheel, for example).
Hey Peter McNab, I'm starting to see sunshine and rainbows here.
by Bob in Boulder on Oct 19, 2009 3:18 PM MDT up reply actions
they don’t count them as goals normally
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Oct 19, 2009 3:20 PM MDT up reply actions
To clarify, they add a goal to the final score, but it doesn’t count as a goal against in any statistical category.
yeah. what he said
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Oct 19, 2009 7:41 PM MDT up reply actions
I heard that both goalies get credit for a shutout for a 0-0 game that goes to shootout.
by Inebriated Simian Miscreants on Oct 20, 2009 12:24 PM MDT up reply actions
Two words
Goal. Tending. Makes a difference. As does have a PP QB and some youth up front. Also remember that Sakic got hurt about this time last year as well.
I've got your parade rain right here buddy!
Hey Peter McNab, I'm starting to see sunshine and rainbows here.
Isn’t this about the time last year a 4th level evil hockey wizard rolled a 64 with a spell of confusion?
There is basically a cumulative Niagra Falls of shit happening right now.
by Pinchy The Lobster on Oct 19, 2009 3:18 PM MDT reply actions
Only confusuin here is what the hell are you talking about. The King of the World does not like being confused. Thats your only warning, I’m on to you pal.
The Savage has spoken. Let it be done
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
You get your filthy D&D love out of here
I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.
by A.J. Haefele on Oct 20, 2009 4:06 AM MDT up reply actions
Difference
We’ve looked a lot better this season than at the same point last season. Goaltending and also having a coach that actually put a system in place really helps.
And then...
There will always be Sunshine after the rain.
We have a Goaltender and a lot more swagger than we had last year. I’m not expecting the playoffs but damn if I won’t be enjoying a 10th place finish at least!
Bills fan? In Colorado? It's more likely than you think.
I think I actually dread that more than anything. A playoff spot would be fun. A last place finish would mean we would probably get another KEY piece for the future team (and would know what we are doing at the deadline).
But a 10th? Sounds like just squandering another year in mediocrity. DO NOT WANT.
Of course that could be said about a low playoff seed. But I think the guys are young enough that even with a low seed, we might be able to surprise a few teams. Like at the start of this year :D.
Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
by Aph on Oct 19, 2009 3:50 PM MDT up reply actions 1 recs
exactly
do not want at all
the oilers are good examples of what can happen if you wither in the middle. Second round or deeper contention (i.e. a real shot at winning a playoff series) OR a good draft pick.
P.S. speaking of good drafting, Boston is so f’n loaded for picks next year…
09
Look at the Avi, I'm a Bills fan.
I know the stink of mediocrity, trust me. Still, running toward a playoff spot at the end would be more exciting to me than just faltering.
Bills fan? In Colorado? It's more likely than you think.
by UZ on Oct 19, 2009 9:23 PM MDT up reply actions
CamFowler
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I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.
by A.J. Haefele on Oct 19, 2009 11:34 PM MDT up reply actions
Rain
You may go “hang some crepe” on some other team’s websites, and it might stick. However, the new wind our team has — and I include most all of our players as part of that wind — will blow the crepe you attempt hang here away. We might not stay number one in our division, but we won’t be anywhere near last. They are such a thrill to watch compared to last year! GO AVS!!
parade
hmmm goals, goals against… frankly the only statistic that matters is wins and losses. If we win by one goal every game, who cares, thats still in the win column and two points in the race. the only thing the avs can compare themselves to is the other team on the ice, not past years or stats. frankly whoever walks out with more goals in the night is all that matters, so far that us. go avs!
by joesakicisahockeygod on Oct 19, 2009 4:10 PM MDT reply actions
But the correlation between GF/GA and wins and losses is astounding. By the end of the season the best teams always have good GF/GA ratios, and it’s not even close.
The New Improved Avalanche. Now with Real Coaches!
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Oct 19, 2009 6:02 PM MDT up reply actions
Off Topic
But it seems almost everyone except, Pinchy, bubblegum and Jibble is new here. Where the hell did everyone show up from.
The Savage has spoken. Let it be done
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Thats my bad on that one, I’ve seen/read you around here for a while, spouting your ’I live in Chicago" nonsense and whatnot. The rest of them though…
The Savage has spoken. Let it be done
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Great now everyones complaining. Just so where clear, the main people who post frequently I know, like you, Bob the builder, Wifi, Mrandom letters 20 and Inyo. I was referring to the multiple people who seemed to have shown up today/yesterday.
The Savage has spoken. Let it be done
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
You just don’t have your finger on the pulse of MHH like you used to, Savage. I can relate.
The Avs may (or may not) suck now, but they've still won a Cup more recently than 75% of the NHL.
I don't either.
I’m a disaster around these parts.
I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.
by A.J. Haefele on Oct 20, 2009 6:50 AM MDT up reply actions
See what happens when you decide to ignore your kingdom. New blood has taken over and anointed new leadership
We all have dreams. But in order to make dreams come into reality, it takes an awful lot of determination, dedication, self-discipline, and effort. - Jesse Owens -
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
by Americanario on Oct 20, 2009 7:13 AM MDT up reply actions
I’ll give up the Ban Hammer when you pry it from my cold, dead fingers.
The Avs may (or may not) suck now, but they've still won a Cup more recently than 75% of the NHL.
Reminds of Men In Black.
All kinds of interesting references in this thread.
I thought you knew that algebra was all razzamatazz. A Globetrotter always saves the good algebra for the final minutes.
by A.J. Haefele on Oct 20, 2009 7:38 AM MDT up reply actions
My kingdom was never ignored, there just wasn’t enough happening to warrent my interest. I thought my minions could prevent civil unrest and mutiny. Someone will pay for this treachery.
The Savage has spoken. Let it be done
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
I blame work. Its hard to look after a kingdom while also having to do less important work that allows me to get monetary income. I’ll be back to take over soon.
The Savage has spoken. Let it be done
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Well, I just got bored in the offseason, and was happy to find a place where people were actually talking hockey.
And now I am doomed, cause I cannot get away from this place.
Yeah, well, you know, that's just, like, your opinion, man.
I’m sorry, what were we talking about?
The Avs may (or may not) suck now, but they've still won a Cup more recently than 75% of the NHL.
As long as I’m the only thing you’re missing this month.
The Avs may (or may not) suck now, but they've still won a Cup more recently than 75% of the NHL.
worst pickup line ever
Hyphens cause writers more trouble than any other form of punctuation, except perhaps commas.
by David Driscoll-Carignan on Oct 20, 2009 8:29 AM MDT up reply actions
I totally knew of this band before it was cool, back when they called themselves “Dear Lord Stanley”, "In the cheap Seats, and Mike was the drummer for that struggling French-Canadian band blog Blue, Blanc et Rouge.
The New Improved Avalanche. Now with Real Coaches!
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Oct 20, 2009 8:17 AM MDT up reply actions
We’ve come a long way, Jibbay.
The Avs may (or may not) suck now, but they've still won a Cup more recently than 75% of the NHL.
Do I need to change my nickname now that you’ve removed yourself from the @MHH group?
"I know everyone has their own opinion, but your opinion is wrong. "
I’m still wondering when Purse Stealing Canadiens won’t be breaking news.
Mr. Anderson. Welcome back, we've missed you!
Geez
Just cuz Pinchy’s wordy ass has almost as many comments as I do in a year less time, don’t mistake post whoring for ToB (TimeOnBlog, or should I say, TSIMBIU, time spent in mom’s basement in underwear). No offense to anyone of course, just sayin the ruler of the universe should keep his minions straight lest they will get unruly and revolt or, heaven forbid, end up like those Red Wings guys.
Get rid of the loser point
09-10 Avs- Nowhere to go but up!
I was refering specifically to this post. How could I forget Tommy, who opposes my Todd like awesomeness and TheRed who almost singlehandedly created the unstoppable king of the world. The Savage rules.
The Savage has spoken. Let it be done
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Leave me alone… I din’t do nothing.
There is basically a cumulative Niagra Falls of shit happening right now.
by Pinchy The Lobster on Oct 21, 2009 7:06 AM MDT up reply actions
Dude, I’ve been obsessing over Liles since the inception of this place. I’m duly offended.
The 2009-2010 Colorado Avalanche: too naive to think they can lose.
"To all the cynics, I'm sorry for you, ... I'm sorry you can't believe in miracles."
-Lance Armstrong
by BeachNSnowGirl on Oct 20, 2009 7:55 PM MDT up reply actions
Fuck people, This has taken an unexpected turn for the worse. THIS POST ONLY PEOPLE, I’m aware of who the vast majority of the regulars are.
The Savage has spoken. Let it be done
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
We just wanna make sure
the king hasn’t forgotten about his “loyal servants”
Get rid of the loser point
09-10 Avs- Nowhere to go but up!
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