Stars at Avalanche, Game 20 Recap: Avs Dim Stars with Giggy's 3-0 Shutout
by Mike @ MHH on Nov 18, 2011 10:09 PM MST
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PrintThe medication for what ailed the Avs was apparently a game against another team falling down the standings. Jean-Sebastien Giguere got his second consecutive start on back-to-back nights and Colorado looked to get a biscuit in the basket after the 1-0 loss in Minnesota. Some new-look Franken-lines debuted at the start and remained intact throughout the game resulting in an early goal. What followed was an Avalanche-controlled tilt with multiple shots on the power play in the third period. It all accumulated for the best home victory for the Avalanche this season as they down Dallas 3-0 behind stellar goaltending and an <ahem> avalanche of shots.
The first period was fairly pedestrian at the beginning before the Avalanche started racking up chances and shots. True to form though, Kari Lehtonen made all the easy saves and a couple of slightly-above-average ones. Dallas didn't spent much time in the Avs' end except to send in a forechecker. Around six minutes in some sustained pressure by one of the Franken-lines saw T.J. Galiardi work hard in the corner before sending the puck back to the point where Ryan Wilson took a look before putting a hard shot about a foot wide of the left post. Chuck Kobasew managed to get the puck with just the tip of his stick and redirected it past Lehtonen. The goal was given to Kobasew, taken away from him, and then given back. Anyway Wilson earned his 10th assist of the season.
The Avs continued to control the play for the most part and another good possession by a line of spare parts resulted in some good chances as Kevin Porter partially wiffed on a juicy rebound on the right side of the slot. Unfortunately a Dallas stick and the left big toe of Lehtonen kept the 2-0 tally from going in. Immediately after that Eric Nystrom got his hook on to give the Avs their first power play of the game. It took 30 seconds of setup before we saw an Erik Johnson bomb bounce back out to Milan Hejduk who shattered his twig trying to get the shot off. That would be the best opportunity of the man advantage. Not much happened the rest of the period and the shots favor Colorado heavily, 16-4 with Giggy only needing to make one tough save.
The 2nd period was pretty uneventful as the teams traded some possession and chances early and Dallas started to try and catch up on shots. At one point they led 6-1 in the period. Then the Avalanche's quick break-out started to break down the Dallas attack and the boys in Burgundy started racking up shots again. The Avs were also counter-punching well and were able to pick up the play after sustained Dallas possessions and rushes and carrying the puck back toward Lehtonen. Ryan O`Reilly had a great takeaway that generated some excitement and not to be outdone his former linemate Gabriel Landeskog intercepted a pass in the neutral zone that led to an excellent opportunity for Colorado. However, the bounces favored the Stars and nothing found it's way behind Lehtonen. Not to be out-done on the other end, Giguere stood tall on a Jamie Benn breakaway. After two the Avs led in shots 33-15 but still only had the one goal to show for it. Scary moment in the last half of the period as Jan Hejda seemed to catch a rut and roll his ankle while skating backward. He limped to the bench but was back out for his next shift. Similarly, Mark Fistric had to leave the ice after he was checked through the penalty box door by Galiardi, but he was back out after the ensuing commercial break.
The third period featured more of the back and forth, yet Colorado-controlled action. The Stars took their second penalty of the game after Michael Ryder interfered with Giguere as he tried to get to his crease. In what would become a theme for the period, the Avs don't do much in the first half of the advantage, but started turning up the heat in the last 60 seconds. A Lehtonen clearing attempt got turned back down low but Landeskog couldn't bury it in a prime scoring zone. The Stars managed to kill it off and got a little jump from the effort. Giguere made a good positional save on a Sheldon Sourey job and Daniel Winnick celebrated by punching his guy in the mouth to get a high-sticking penalty. The woeful Avalanche penalty kill got to make its first appearance of the game. A good not-passive PK snuffed out any Dallas hope of the equalizer and the Avalanche began the quick-passing game they employed all night. The counter-punch feel returned and Colorado generated some good opportunities on the rush but most of the game remained in the neutral zone and Dallas' end.
Just over twelve minutes into the period, Brendan Morrow took exception to a boarder-line Shane O`Brien board of Loui Erikkson. O`Brien didn't retaliate and Morrow got tagged with a penalty. Again, the first minute of the PP was pretty lackluster but the last half was electric with sustained pressure, slick passing, an O'Brien tour of the offensive zone, and eventually a goal. Landeskog took the puck on the mid boards, fired a low-percentage shot into Lehtonen's chest and a rare bad rebound dropped to the far side where a sliding Paul Stastny swipes it into the net to put the Avs up 2-0. It was Stastny's 6th goal of the season. The Avs played smart from that point on and the Stars begin to unravel, racking up 2 more penalties in the last 5 minutes. Eventually, Kari Lehtonen scooted to the bench and for a change the Avs netted the gimmie goal as Matt Duchene scores his 8th of the season with about 5 seconds left in the game. The rare 60-minute effort from the entire team (a 44 shot effort) and a strong showing by Giguere in net resulted in a Friday night home win for the Avalanche faithful.
- 1 Giguere with the steady, 24-save shutout.
- 2 Johnson: Solid all night and had some great passes to start the play.
- 3 Stastny: 88% Faceoffs, 4 shots, PP Goal & now tied for 10th on the franchise scoring list.
- 1 Jones-O'Reilly-Winnik
- 2 Landeskog-Duchene-Hejduk
- 3 Porter-Stastny-Yip
- 4 Galiardi-McClement-Kobesew
- 1 Hejda-Johnson
- 2 O'Brien-Wilson
- 3 O'Byrne-Quincey
- Giguere between the pipes
- I know what tape Landy will see tomorrow. You don't try to force the play up ice out of your own corner with a couple of seconds left in the period. You eat that puck, not force a pass up the boards that ends up in the slot on a Dallas stick for a scary chance at the horn.
- It looked like the NHL switched to a SuperBall instead of a puck for most of the game... Lots of funny bounces.
- The quick-pass breakout Colorado utilized all night was very effective and executed well by all the D except Hejda who seemed to hesitate making decisions and passes. It caused some problems at times but he seemed to get better as the game went on.
- This game was Dr. Jekyll to the Hyde-esque game from the last Stars tilt.
Sunday Night sees the Sharks of San Jose come to town as the 8-game homestand continues.
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I want to hear nothing positive on the pre-game thread on Sunday. Only BurgundyRainbow is allowed.
My Eno$ itches
BR certainly has the pulse of the fan base and the team
"Put stick on ice, put puck in net"
by HeyPeterman on Nov 18, 2011 10:35 PM MST up reply actions
Excuse me? My positive comments helped last night.
by quietstorm560 on Nov 19, 2011 5:39 PM MST via iPhone app up reply actions
My brother was friends with the last Bernie
I noticed this year’s Bernie can’t skate. Get with the program
"Put stick on ice, put puck in net"
I’d rather have this year’s Bernie who can’t skate but is energetic and engages the crowd and the team than one that can skate but is as boring as hell.
Duchene may be the face of this franchise, but O’Reilly is the heart. - Guitarpick8120
by Cheryl Bradley on Nov 19, 2011 11:35 AM MST up reply actions 2 recs
The current Bernie only engages me in wondering why we don’t have a Yeti as our mascot. We’re not playing to rescue people! We’re playing to knock them through walls like the Jack Links Yeti
Yes, gentlebeings, I am Captain Lando Calrissian, in the flesh and hopeful of remaining that way
by LandoCalrissian on Nov 19, 2011 11:57 AM MST up reply actions
I’ve gotten over that issue. Bernie’s our mascot. Howler was awesome, but no use not liking the current choice just because the last one was a better idea.
The guy really does a good job with Bernie. Mixes enough adult stuff in while maintaining his kid-friendliness. It’s a great balancing act, something that I’ve seen Bailey, the Kings mascot, do for years. Bernie makes me laugh now, unlike his first year.
Duchene may be the face of this franchise, but O’Reilly is the heart. - Guitarpick8120
by Cheryl Bradley on Nov 19, 2011 1:24 PM MST up reply actions
Fly on the wall during pregame locker room…
Coach joe: Okay boys, tonight’s game is brought to you by the word “havoc.” We are going to create havoc for them by blasting into puck battles with insane energy. Havoc, to me, means the extra effort that I can’t coach you boys to give. It’s gotta come from your soul. Mr. Stastny what does havoc mean to you?
Paully Walnuts: Havoc means throwing pucks at the net at unexpected times and charging in for the rebound.
Coach Joe: Excellent. ORLY, what does it mean to you?
Radar: It means what Landy brings every night. Hitting everything in sight and always playing harder than the ugly guys starring you down.
Coach Joe: Dutchy? What about you?
Mighty Matt: It is skating hard to prevent penalties on us and to create penalties on them.
Coach Joe: Now you’ve got it. Us coaches can give you insight and plans, but once havoc is introduced, you guys decide the game. Let’s go out there and cause some havoc.
Mile High Hockey - No Tanks.
by CrankyPete on Nov 18, 2011 10:58 PM MST via mobile reply actions
You know, from all the in the lockerroom stuff I’ve seen on NHL teams, I think this is missing a few choice words, many of which begin with the letter F :)
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
right, forgot the last line. coach joe: “and I’ve done my part to create some havoc by creating some fucked up lines”
Mile High Hockey - No Tanks.
by CrankyPete on Nov 19, 2011 12:01 AM MST via mobile up reply actions
Someone said SOB had a good post-game interview. If that’s posted anywhere, I’d love a link.
I’ve also unfortunately lost the link to the brilliant database that included total shooting % :( Can whoever that was re-link me? I’ll do that work this weekend.
At exactly what point do you start to realize that life without knowledge is death in disguise?
Pretty sure it was this one http://anavalancheofstats.com/
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
http://timeonice.com/shots1112.php?gamenumber=20272
???
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 7-9-1 (Total Record: 8-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 12:37 AM MST up reply actions
10 Thoughts
Well, I missed a lot of this game because I promised my roommate I’d clean the kitchen, so I popped in and out during the first and part of the second, so take this with a grain of salt. But I’m still going to do a 10 thoughts because, well, I can.
1. Hour long post-game show on Altitude: I like it, even though I wish they’d just hire Rycroft full time. Engblom is okay, but he’s not nearly as much fun as Rycroft is. Both guys know their stuff, but Rycroft in his badass pimp suit and affinity for using “we” and “our” just makes him that much more awesome.
2. GIGGY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You’re awesome. Thank you so much for such a great game. I love our Ninja Spider to death, but I don’t see Sacco going back to him for just a bit. Giggy’s let in 1 goal off a flukey bounce in 6 periods of hockey. Until he stops being so mindblowingly solid, I think we’ll see #35 being all veterany and badass in the net for a while.
3. Our passing actually looked good tonight. We were able to push it out of our zone and through the neutral zone without getting our lunch money stolen. We keep doing that, and good things are going to keep happening. Our ability to take care of the puck has been one of the biggest weaknesses this club has had so far. If we build off this game and start to correct that, we’ll be a much, much more dangerous squad and pretty darn hard to beat.
4. I loved how Dutchy said that his empty netter was his favorite goal in his career so far. I’m glad he was able to get one.
5. Our defense looked solid tonight on both ends of the ice. EJ had a really strong game – there was one odd-man rush in particular where he really was great at taking away the pass. And offensively? The first goal wouldn’t have happened if Wils hadn’t fired one from the point, O’Brien had an assist on Stazzer’s goal, and Quince played a part in Dutchy’s. Hejda was the only Av D-man without a SOG tonight. It was an all-around good game for our blueliners tonight.
6. The Stars took 5 penalties, we took 1. The Stars didn’t play last night, we “did” (or at least, I’m pretty sure that’s what you can call that snoozefest). Even though we should have been the tired team, it looked like the Avs controlled the play and controlled the game for a full 60 minutes. We played very composed and disciplined hockey that resulted in a great score. There were still a few mistakes (as there will be every game), but the positives well outweighed them tonight. BOYS, MORE OF THIS PLEASE!
7. O’Brien: I freakin’ love him. I can’t quite place my finger on it either, but he just reminds me of Adam Foote. And I’m not talking about playing styles – I think it’s more of an attitude/personality thing. He just always seems to be in the middle of “discussions”, pushing just enough to get under other team’s skins without getting a penalty for it. He’s always there to stand up for his teammates, and he gives awesome interviews. No one can ever fully replace Foote, but there’s just something about O’Brien….. If he keeps this up, and I think he’s the next keeper of The Lawn. His play with Quincey has been really good as well – I think a large reason why Quince is the second leading scorer on this team is because O’Brien is back there watching his back. I really hope we lock SOB up long-term this summer. He’s too good of a player to let go.
8. The lines tonight were interesting to say the least. Talk about blowing everything up! From what I saw, they seemed to be doing alright, although the Porter – Stastny – Yip line still has me a bit confused. Hopefully Mueller will come back soon and we can start fleshing out three scoring lines instead of two and a doghouse one.
9. Is it just me, or does EJ seem to have really good games after he gets pissed off? He was obviously ticked after last night’s game judging by that last minute hit, then he came back and had one of his best games this year tonight. He did this in the locker room last year too – a complete explosion followed by a great game afterwards. Maybe we should just call him the Hulk. And if such is the case, can we just get him pissed off before every game? Yeah, that’d be great.
10. One win down, seven to go. The Sharks have our number – it’s going to be a tough one Sunday night. But if the Avs somehow find a way to play like this again, we’ll be fine. This was our best and most disciplined game of the season. I know it’s asking a lot, but I’d love to see 2-3 games like this in a row. Avs, make it happen.
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
This was just a great team win. The team played great. There was not a single line that was dominated. The defense played dang near flawless. I lived how there was always someone at our net, either a wing a center or a Dman. Great play. GREAT PLAY. SOB is awesome. I think it is his passion for the game. He just plays and leaves it all on the ice. He reminds me of Foote a lot but with better puck skills. He moves slow but dang you can’t get that puck from him. I hope we see more of this
by avalanchejef on Nov 18, 2011 11:43 PM MST up reply actions
Lines
Well, that was interesting. Love Landy with Duchene, but those other lines are a little out there.
Although I have to admit—Yip and Porter played well tonight.
Giguere is awesome. Please keep playing him—the Avs look way more confident with him in the net. I’ve wanted him on the Avs since Roy left.
Landeskog - O'Reilly - Jones. When.
As the former Ducks fan here at MHH, I love seeing Giggy play like this! I love Varly too and i hope he learns from Giggy.
SOB please please please lock him up, him and Landy are the heart of this team. Such tenacity I love it.
Yes I have been cynical about a lot on this team especially the non-skating parts BUT Giggy, SOB and Landy make me go all burgundy rainbow.
In unison: "Wonder twin powers Activate!" Varly: "Form of Goal"; Giggy: "Shape of Tending."
Just watched the highlights, saw a bit of the third. Was the Landy-Duchene-Duke line as good as it looked?
Cap Floor Team = Cap Floor Results
by Cole D Hamilton on Nov 19, 2011 12:29 AM MST reply actions
Who the hell are these guys?
I can’t remember the last time I watched an Avs game where the goaltender was so smooth. Giguere never looked frazzled. Sorry Varly, but there’s no reason to give you more starts than this guy right now. He won a Conn Smythe doing this stuff.
O’Brien was everywhere, even on the powerplay, but many of the defensemen took turns making awesome and then odd plays. Props to Quincey for a heads up hand pass late in the game to clear the zone.
And what an interesting bunch of lines. Couldn’t have predicted a Porter-Stastny-Yip line with a crystal ball.
4th biggest pessimist of MHH.
"There's always next season." -- Jimmy Howard on not winning the Calder Trophy.
Wow…wow…who the F is this team?
I feared that this game was one bounce away from being tied, but the Avs played a PERFECT game.
. The PP FINALLY came through. We wiped them clean on faceoffs. We stay disciplined as hell! I honestly can’t find a thing wrong about this game… we need to carry this type of game into next.
EJ was dominant as hell…he has had two back to back DAMN good games. That block that went straight to Seto he can’t be faulted on…but I want more of this and more nastyness.
Giguere…what can you say, he was awesome, but so was the defense in front of him (Varly’s probably wondering where that kind of support is for him…)
SOB has been a underrated signing for this team, much better than Hejda. (hate to bury a guy on a night like this)
There’s something I HATE, and HATE with a passion, and that’s seeing the defense chip it off the boards into the neutral zone and having to watch our forwards scramble to get the puck…not tonight! They were hitting players with outlet passes which is something I think EJ really hits home.
The lines looked like a jumbled mess though…but whatever works…Duchene looked good tonight too as did Stastny, more so than Radar.
Paul Stastny did, what Paul Stastny does. Score big goals.
(Varly’s probably wondering where that kind of support is for him…)
Maybe I’m just making up crap, but I wonder how much that has to do with communication. Maybe someone who has stood on the glass behind our goalies can shed some light on this, but judging by the way the D play for Jiggy, I’d guess that he’s communicating with them more, telling them where to go and all that. I’ve never played hockey, but I imagine that defenseman-goalie-defenseman has to work just as well as forward-forward-forward in order for a team to be successful, and the only way for them to do that is to talk and let everyone know where you are and who still needs to be covered, etc. If I had to guess, I’d say the D’s crappy play for Varly is not some sort of strange vendetta against him; instead, it’s that Jiggy just lets the bluelines know where the need to go more efficiently. If that’s the case, it’s something that should clear up as Varly gets more experience and gets more comfortable with English.
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
I played defense and I can tell you having a goalie communicate to you is night and day difference. Things such as them yelling screen, backdoor, 3rd man etc all help out the defense in front of them. Another helpful one is when they can see the other team changing or a weak forecheck and you will sometimes hear it on tv, they yell wheel for you to carry the puck up ice and push their forecheckers back.
by Bourque16w on Nov 19, 2011 3:35 PM MST via mobile up reply actions
The lines looked like a jumbled mess though…but whatever works…Duchene looked good tonight too as did Stastny, more so than Radar.
Because of the new line combinations and the matchups that the coaching staff created, Stats had much easier opposition to face than O’Reilly. Both lines did their jobs – Stastny’s line created chances, and O’Reilly’s shut down Dallas’s most dangerous forwards.
The lines seemed like they were very carefully chosen to me.
by DiD on Nov 19, 2011 5:01 PM MST up reply actions 3 recs
Please read this, folks.
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 10:00 PM MST up reply actions
Interesting…makes me wonder if putting Duchene and Stastny on the 4th line was more about giving them a chance to regain confidence than making a statement to them.
Duchene may be the face of this franchise, but O’Reilly is the heart. - Guitarpick8120
by Cheryl Bradley on Nov 20, 2011 7:52 AM MST up reply actions
FIRE EVERYONE
CLEARLY MANAGEMENT IS FUCKING STUPID AND SACCO IS TERRIBLE. IF I DON’T WAKE UP IN 6 HOURS TO WHOLESALE CHANGES, I’M DONE WITH THE AVS.
A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.
Mile High Hockey : Where B- is different than C+
by A.J. Haefele on Nov 19, 2011 2:46 AM MST reply actions 4 recs
Thanks...
For reminding me why I don’t visit this site as often as I once did…
Keep shuffling the lines, that will fix it.
by Tony Trujillo on Nov 19, 2011 2:55 AM MST up reply actions
FIRE TONY
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
OCCUPY MHH!
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
WE ARE THE 99%!
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
WE ARE THE 99%!
With as many writers as they have here, that should be the next slogan.
Maybe
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 19, 2011 9:13 AM MST up reply actions 3 recs
I vote no on this. Lets just stick to hockey and not encourage those people
by DrunkinAvsFan on Nov 19, 2011 9:15 AM MST up reply actions
MHH writers? I agree they need no encouragement
Maybe
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 19, 2011 9:18 AM MST up reply actions 2 recs
Don’t make me write a novel at you.
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
novella
Maybe
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 19, 2011 9:30 AM MST up reply actions
Don’t make me write another novel at you.
FTFY
My Eno$ itches
by Busted Twigg on Nov 19, 2011 12:20 PM MST up reply actions 1 recs
IT’S PEANUT BUTTER DAY or something.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
PEANUT BUTTER? You know where I keep the peanut butter? On the top shelf! Thank you Kyle Keefe for allowing my hockey fandom to spread into the pantry too!
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
Top shelf? I thought that’s where momma hides the cookies.
My Eno$ itches
by Busted Twigg on Nov 19, 2011 12:21 PM MST up reply actions
Only in PomenVILLE.
Datsyuk may have done it first, but he learned it from Peter Forsberg.
Thanks for everything Foppa!
Footer: We'll miss seeing you clear the riff raff off your lawn.
by Americanario on Nov 19, 2011 1:37 PM MST up reply actions
lol typical
A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.
Mile High Hockey : Where B- is different than C+
by A.J. Haefele on Nov 19, 2011 2:19 PM MST up reply actions
Is this some sort of “I told you so” after 1 win?
by Pinchy The Lobster on Nov 19, 2011 1:52 PM MST up reply actions
Absolutely not
This was largely the same Avs team people have been calling for wholesale changes from. Played an awful lot like they have been of late, just the outcome was different. GOT LUCKY IS ALL, SACCO.
A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.
Mile High Hockey : Where B- is different than C+
by A.J. Haefele on Nov 19, 2011 2:23 PM MST up reply actions 1 recs
Sacco is a joke of a coach and we all know that the Avs should have lost that game.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
by c6hor8 on Nov 19, 2011 2:25 PM MST up reply actions 1 recs
It's a good thing
the next potential head coach doesn’t have anything negative about him because it sure would suck to go from one coach with weaknesses to another and as an Avs fan who has taken 1/4th of the season as if it were 3/4ths of the season I simply can’t stand for that.
A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.
Mile High Hockey : Where B- is different than C+
by A.J. Haefele on Nov 19, 2011 2:29 PM MST up reply actions
Oh I agree. I find it absurd that people don’t judge a coach and a player on 20 games. Honestly, if Sacco can’t go AT LEAST 17-2-1 in the first 20 games he’s a joke and a disgrace as a human being.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
by c6hor8 on Nov 19, 2011 2:42 PM MST up reply actions 2 recs
What about the record?
5 regulation wins in the past 54 games. That is why we are concerned with how the coaching has been…
Start popping off about how he’s coach of the year after he’s won 6 or more of these 8 home games…
by quietstorm560 on Nov 19, 2011 10:49 PM MST via iPhone app up reply actions
Turn up your meter, please.
Duchene may be the face of this franchise, but O’Reilly is the heart. - Guitarpick8120
by Cheryl Bradley on Nov 20, 2011 7:53 AM MST up reply actions
For the record:
Before it gets brought up again.
We do not have a goaltending controversy. We have a goaltending tandem. That is all.
No soup for you!
I prefer goaltending duopoly.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
AWWWW!!!
I’m disappointed! I thought it was a junta!
2011-2012 Lokomotiv Yaroslavl: Vyechnaya Pamyat!
2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: The possibility exists that this may not suck.
Does that mean NYI have a triumvirate?
My Eno$ itches
by Busted Twigg on Nov 19, 2011 12:21 PM MST up reply actions
+1
We have a veteran goalie for just this reason. Valry will come back strong but he needs some time with the goalie coach. I saw in the Denver post that the coach did travel with the team this last road trip so I’m hoping he is giving the ninja spider some extra help. That being said I say stick with Jiggy for a few more games and next “weak” opponent put the spider back in.
by DrunkinAvsFan on Nov 19, 2011 9:18 AM MST up reply actions
Sharks, Nucks, Oil, Stars, Devils, Blues, and Wings (fuck them). It will be interesting to see who gets which games especially if Giggy keeps playing like Roy incarnate out there.
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
MAn
it feels good to outplay an opponent and actually win the game.
Maybe
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 19, 2011 8:32 AM MST reply actions
Isn’t is funny how last night’s 3 Stars were 3 Avs?
by Pinchy The Lobster on Nov 19, 2011 8:53 AM MST reply actions 2 recs
Avs fans come in off the ledge.
Joe Sacco named Coach of the Year.
Kobasew and Stastny escape from the doghouse.
The Defense plays up to it’s job title.
Jiggy is awesome.
Varly!
This is clearly the turning point of the year. We will win them all the rest of the way.
Yew arr sor Aresome!
by Paul X on Nov 19, 2011 9:05 AM MST reply actions 1 recs
Wrong account BR.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
Wrong account Dixo.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
Wrong account AJ.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
Wrong account Andi.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
Wrong account Pinchy.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
Guantlet thrown, Dan
(set to Bust-a-move)
This here’s for ladies & fella’s
Who don’t get what the Corsi tell us
bad results make us over-zealous
andiee & Dario write small novellas
Ok Dan-O , let’s blame Sacco
his schemes and line combo’s are just plain wacko
let’s clean house and fire’em all
ignore another turd by Varlamov
Despite our Fenwick, fans still feel sick
Is there any way we can pin this on Hunwick?
The Imaginary Awesomeness of Colby Cohen
would have surely keep this team from awful slumpin’
Fans keep pressin’, Avs keep possessin’
Jibbles’ Corsi-talk seems like an obsession
Lady Luck gives the Wild another blow job
you know what to do next, just play the Stars
Maybe
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 19, 2011 9:06 AM MST reply actions 12 recs
The next verse will have a stanza about Kobasew sucking for Dario
Maybe
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 19, 2011 9:20 AM MST up reply actions
While I love Young MC, let’s not confuse him by using terms like “verse” and “stanza”.
seriously good work. Even if I seem to be on Dan’s side on this one.
I haven’t been around. Has there been some polite discussion about this teams leadership or something? I mean, has it escalated to writing rap songs?
I wonder what Dan will counter with? Maybe some Carpenters, or a Bee Gee’s tune.
Yew arr sor Aresome!
Wait, I thought Dan has been one of the most level-headed commenters in all this.
Have I missed something, or is he not one of the minority of people not shouting at the monitor during and after every loss?
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 9:28 AM MST up reply actions
You missed a 31-year old white suburban father partially misconstrue a 75-year old white (presumably) suburban gradfather’s (presumably) position in a 25-year old rap song
Maybe
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 19, 2011 9:30 AM MST up reply actions
I was thinking that. Paul, I believe, then, that Paul has it wrong.
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 9:36 AM MST up reply actions
This is what happens when you start typing, leave, come back, continute typing, and press ENTER before checking what you'e written.
Remove one of those Pauls.
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 9:38 AM MST up reply actions
I needed a rhyme for Sacco,
By the way, Dan threw down the challenge here:
Maybe
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 19, 2011 9:41 AM MST up reply actions
Ahahahaha, I just realised that now. Somehow that post slipped my mind.
Time to respond Dan!
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 9:45 AM MST up reply actions
should have gone with Bib-O. Might cost me with the judges
Maybe
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 19, 2011 9:46 AM MST up reply actions
Actually Bib-o has been on the blame Eno$ kick… now you can see where my connundrum lies. I need a MHH commenter who has been on the fire sacco wagon and has a moniker that I can rhyme with Sacco.
This is rap, it’s not like I can just make words up for rhyming purposes here.
Maybe
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Nov 19, 2011 9:51 AM MST up reply actions
See the Sixth Whore?
No… that’s Saccore.
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 9:55 AM MST up reply actions
I haven’t been around so I’m just assuming that Jibs Vanilla Ice-like act accurately sums up the situation.
Yew arr sor Aresome!
Yeah, you have it wrong.
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 9:38 AM MST up reply actions
So, you have it wrong.
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 9:45 AM MST up reply actions
Look, my dog's breath smells like peanut butter, but we're getting beside the point here.
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 9:50 AM MST up reply actions
My cats breath smells like ass
Constant lurker, occasional commenter
by tbonius monk on Nov 19, 2011 9:50 AM MST up reply actions
Don’t be done.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
done don’t be.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
bet node nod.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
.pou ǝpou ʇǝq
Because....fuck the Red Wings!
by StiflersMom on Nov 19, 2011 10:07 AM MST up reply actions
Friar Tebow says, "Oh, hai."
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 10:09 AM MST up reply actions
Give him a right-handed notepad.
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 10:16 AM MST up reply actions
I never want to see this pic again. Its just disturbing. lol
by DrunkinAvsFan on Nov 19, 2011 11:33 AM MST up reply actions
While I'm tempted to pick the latter, I do want to point out that I am an ethical and responsible owner.
I don’t just put peanut butter on my wiener for no reason. That’s just silly.
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 9:57 AM MST up reply actions
Have to be honest, I started drinking heavily in preparation for last night’s game. By the time the game was over I remember the score but have no idea how we managed a 3-0 shutout.
"Put stick on ice, put puck in net"
We scored goals and they didn’t.
Datsyuk may have done it first, but he learned it from Peter Forsberg.
Thanks for everything Foppa!
Footer: We'll miss seeing you clear the riff raff off your lawn.
by Americanario on Nov 19, 2011 9:30 AM MST up reply actions
I vomitted in a bar. I like to think it was out of happiness for the win.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
by c6hor8 on Nov 19, 2011 9:34 AM MST up reply actions 2 recs
Besides Giggys obvious good play, I thought Wilson had an excellent game last night. He was everywhere.
Constant lurker, occasional commenter
From what I saw, which was only 20 minutes... I agree.
Thought food: if Joe Sacco is fired, Sylvain Lefebvre will be the Avs' new head coach. Think about it.
The 2011-2012 Colorado Avalanche: there will be blood and there will be wins.
"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.
The Number Zero, for everything but mathematics. Blood and Thunder Record: 8-9-1 (Total Record: 9-13-1)
by Tempestuous Binary on Nov 19, 2011 9:58 AM MST up reply actions
Jones, Johnson, McClement and Kobasew came to my work for dinner after the game. Highlight of my night.
Interesting.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
It’s weird because he works at Office Depot
by jd21 on Nov 19, 2011 4:04 PM MST up reply actions 2 recs
I never ever would have guessed those four would be hanging out together off the ice. What a crazy group.
Duchene may be the face of this franchise, but O’Reilly is the heart. - Guitarpick8120
by Cheryl Bradley on Nov 19, 2011 4:58 PM MST up reply actions
I can see Doctor and EJ hanging and Jay and Chuck, but the foursome is odd.
Maybe it was a double date?
If we don't get our sauce, we ain't watching the game!
Exactly.
Duchene may be the face of this franchise, but O’Reilly is the heart. - Guitarpick8120
by Cheryl Bradley on Nov 20, 2011 3:52 PM MST up reply actions
I was at the game, here are my impressions...
They won! Whoo-hoo!
"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi
I don't understand the purpose of the line, "I don't need to drink
to have fun." Great, no one does. But why start a fire with flint and
sticks when they've invented the lighter?
by TheRed on Nov 19, 2011 2:11 PM MST reply actions 3 recs
Tell me more.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
Fuck
I now have Grease in my head.
It's all about Winnik
by Sandie Gauthier on Nov 19, 2011 5:46 PM MST up reply actions
Tell me more, tell me more, was it love at first sight?
Datsyuk may have done it first, but he learned it from Peter Forsberg.
Thanks for everything Foppa!
Footer: We'll miss seeing you clear the riff raff off your lawn.
by Americanario on Nov 19, 2011 10:04 PM MST up reply actions
No,
he had the mechanic and “bad boy” part down, but he lacked facial hair.
It's all about Winnik
by Sandie Gauthier on Nov 20, 2011 4:23 PM MST up reply actions
I was at the game too, here are Red's impressions...
BEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEER!
Duchene may be the face of this franchise, but O’Reilly is the heart. - Guitarpick8120
by Cheryl Bradley on Nov 19, 2011 4:59 PM MST up reply actions 3 recs
I wanna see the replay.
It's all about Winnik
by Sandie Gauthier on Nov 19, 2011 5:46 PM MST up reply actions
This one is entirely PG.
"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi
I don't understand the purpose of the line, "I don't need to drink
to have fun." Great, no one does. But why start a fire with flint and
sticks when they've invented the lighter?
No way!? REALLY?!
It's all about Winnik
by Sandie Gauthier on Nov 20, 2011 4:24 PM MST up reply actions
Yep. Sorry.
"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi
I don't understand the purpose of the line, "I don't need to drink
to have fun." Great, no one does. But why start a fire with flint and
sticks when they've invented the lighter?
i guess i should stop watching. Only games i havent seen this year are Boston, LA and this
Cap Floor Team = Cap Floor Results
by Cole D Hamilton on Nov 19, 2011 2:51 PM MST reply actions
I’ll text you updates.
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
appreciate it
Cap Floor Team = Cap Floor Results
by Cole D Hamilton on Nov 19, 2011 3:09 PM MST up reply actions
txt me bb
A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.
Mile High Hockey : Where B- is different than C+
by A.J. Haefele on Nov 19, 2011 3:18 PM MST up reply actions
So, after watching one half of the football game:
I came home, took a scalding hot shower, ate a hot lunch, chugged two mugs of tea, turned the thermostat up to 70 in my room, put on 1 pair of knee-high socks, 2 pairs of ankle socks, 2 pairs of leggings, 1 pair of shorts, 1 pair of jeans, 2 longsleeve shirts, 2 hoodies with the hoods up, 1 beanie, and 3 blankets. AND I’M STILL COLD!!!!!!
I hate football now. Hockey’s ruined it for me. If I hadn’t been so cold, I probably would have fallen asleep during the game. It’s just SOOOOO boring with all the stop and go and not letting people punch each other even though they REALLY want to. Although I did feel like I was watching hockey at one point during the game – the MSU kicker somehow managed to dink one off the post from only about the 10 yard line. Awesome guys, just awesome.
Is it 5:00 yet? I want to see an actually exciting game today and the Devils are playing the Bolts. If you need me, I’ll be on In Lou We Trust.
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
I’ll be on In Lou We Trust.
You two-timing, back-stabbing, blog-cheating…
A man who stole my whisky used the defense that no one could resist a bottle of Scotch. I had no choice but to testify on his behalf.
I’m also on Lighthouse Hockey too. I still make it very clear who my primary team is though.
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
I used to hang out at Lighthouse Hockey a lot
Love that play. Dominik is great. The Islanders have a great and active blogging community. Awesome people.
A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.
Mile High Hockey : Where B- is different than C+
by A.J. Haefele on Nov 19, 2011 3:46 PM MST up reply actions
...place*
A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.
Mile High Hockey : Where B- is different than C+
by A.J. Haefele on Nov 19, 2011 3:47 PM MST up reply actions
Yeah, it seems a lot like here even though it’s missing our awesome snark and sarcasm. Oh well, the rest is good….
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
I haven't been there as much lately
Though I do watch the majority of the Islanders games. I was hanging around back when they had 40 comment game threads. Dominik and I went back and forth on Andy Sutton a lot back in the day. Very good hockey people over there. Lots of interesting articles and smart people.
A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.
Mile High Hockey : Where B- is different than C+
by A.J. Haefele on Nov 19, 2011 3:54 PM MST up reply actions
Hmmm. The Isles play the same time the Devils do. I seem to be some sort of weird lucky charm to the Devils, but I’m due up for an Isles game.
Decisions, decisions.
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
I watch Devils games, too.
Adam Larsson <3
A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.
Mile High Hockey : Where B- is different than C+
by A.J. Haefele on Nov 19, 2011 4:12 PM MST up reply actions
This is actually a sad revelation
I watch a lot of damn hockey. No wonder my gaming skills have begun eroding >_<
A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.
Mile High Hockey : Where B- is different than C+
by A.J. Haefele on Nov 19, 2011 4:12 PM MST up reply actions
I noticed you said nothing about the underwear. :-D
by avalanchejef on Nov 19, 2011 5:41 PM MST up reply actions
Haw
At exactly what point do you start to realize that life without knowledge is death in disguise?
by SteveHouse on Nov 19, 2011 5:48 PM MST via mobile up reply actions
… put on 1 pair of knee-high socks, 2 pairs of ankle socks, 2 pairs of leggings, 1 pair of shorts, 1 pair of jeans, 2 longsleeve shirts, 2 hoodies with the hoods up, 1 beanie, and 3 blankets.
So you went commando?
If we don't get our sauce, we ain't watching the game!
Well, I thought some things could go unmentioned, but since everyone seems so interested about it, let me just clear the air and say I DID have on underwear. Geez you guys.
Just a Colorado girl in Montana who ♥s the Avs.
Varly: you're awesome. We love you. Please don't break.
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