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Post by Vice honcho room temperature on Apr 14, 2014 11:09:30 GMT -5
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Post by Ben Wyatt on Apr 14, 2014 11:11:51 GMT -5
I've had Boston and Chicago in the finals since last June's series ended. I think it's destiny. If the Bruins and Canadiens advance and square off in the conference semifinals, that's going to be the test that decides the Bruins' fate. I went back and forth on that series in my prediction post, debating whether to have Boston or Montreal advance, ultimately settling on the Bruins. But I won't be shocked if the Habs win that series. They've had the Bruins' number this season, and their style of play has given Boston fits in recent years. I guess it's a lot like what the Yankees used to be, you just have this inherent fear that no matter how good your team appears to be, they're a long-standing rival and they've got generations worth of history on their side, even if recent history favors your squad. Oh, if they both make it, I'm not at all thrilled about the idea of playing Montreal. That said, over a 7 game series with home ice, I give the Bruins the nod based on their ability to punish and wear you down physically. (Along the lines of their 2011 series) A slam dunk? No, not by any means. But if the Bruins play their game up to snuff, the'll prevail. That's getting ahead though. Detroit is another matchup I don't love. This one is going to be as stressfull as it will be entertaining. I think home ice and overall health may slightly favor Boston, though.
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Post by BRV on Apr 14, 2014 11:13:03 GMT -5
Back in late March, I said the worst-case scenario for the Bruins would be to have to get through Detroit, Montreal, and Pittsburgh to get to the Stanley Cup Finals. And lo and behold, they need to get through Detroit, Montreal, and Pittsburgh to get to the Stanley Cup Finals.
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Post by Ben Wyatt on Apr 14, 2014 11:14:52 GMT -5
Back in late March, I said the worst-case scenario for the Bruins would be to have to get through Detroit, Montreal, and Pittsburgh to get to the Stanley Cup Finals. And lo and behold, they need to get through Detroit, Montreal, and Pittsburgh to get to the Stanley Cup Finals. Im not 100% sold that Pittsburgh gets to the East finals. They've played less than great hockey over the last month or so. They'll get by Columbus, but I wouldn't assume they stroll by the Rangers or Philly.
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Post by Ben Wyatt on Apr 14, 2014 11:25:21 GMT -5
I cant get my picks to save..... EDIT:Nevermind. Got it
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Post by darbus alan on Apr 14, 2014 11:49:48 GMT -5
I expect Playoffs Fleury to show up in full force.
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Post by Ben Wyatt on Apr 14, 2014 11:58:58 GMT -5
I expect Playoffs Fleury to show up in full force. The Penguins goaltending is a big question, their defense isn't all that much better. If they hit a team that can shut their offense down a decent amount, they're in deep crap (see: 2013 vs Boston)
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Post by Unocal 76 on Apr 14, 2014 14:22:55 GMT -5
My picks:
Red Wings in 5- Detroit is destined for the Stanley Cup.
Rangers in 7
Canadiens in 6
Penguins in 6
Avalanche in 5- If Minnesota falls behind by multiple goals, they're screwed.
Ducks in 6
Sharks in 7
Blues in 7
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Post by Deleted on Apr 14, 2014 20:31:34 GMT -5
OILERS NEED TO HIRE TROTZ NOW!!!!!!
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Post by Ben Wyatt on Apr 15, 2014 6:49:10 GMT -5
My picks: Red Wings in 5- Detroit is destined for the Stanley Cup. Avalanche in 5- If Minnesota falls behind by multiple goals, they're screwed. 1) No issue with you picking Detroit, but 5 games? Really? And how exactly are they "destined" for the cup? 2) That's some bold analysis. Falling behind multiple goals usually means trouble for most teams. Just sayin'
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 10:38:14 GMT -5
The Stanley Cup will be at the NHL store from 4-6 today. I'm weighing on whether I should go or not due to the bad weather today.
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Post by AFN: Judge Shred on Apr 15, 2014 16:48:31 GMT -5
The Stanley Cup will be at the NHL store from 4-6 today. I'm weighing on whether I should go or not due to the bad weather today. I want to see it again when I can actually look at it. It was "stand by it. picture. leave" I never got to look for Roy, dammit.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 18:29:52 GMT -5
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Post by darbus alan on Apr 15, 2014 18:39:54 GMT -5
I agree with the writer that Brodeur is not the single greatest goalie of all time (you can give that to Dominik Hasek, Patrick Roy, Ken Dryden, or Jacques Plante, probably a couple of others), but his arguments are as terrible as the ones he refutes. Calling him the single most overrated goalie ever while conceding that he should be a first ballot hall of famer (which is a rare honor, especially for goalies) already makes you look like a dumbass.
He doesn't need to be the singular greatest goalie of all time, though. He's one of the greatest and a guy who put the Devils on the map more than any other player. He is also arguably the greatest puck-handler of any goalie, so much so that the NHL had to nerf his ability to play the puck with the trapezoid.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 19:38:33 GMT -5
Results of the Draft Lottery: 1. Florida Panthers
2. Buffalo Sabres
3. Edmonton Oilers
4. Calgary Flames
5. New York Islanders
6. Vancouver Canucks
7. Carolina Hurricanes
8. Toronto Maple Leafs
9. Winnipeg Jets
10. Anaheim Ducks (from Ottawa Senators)
11. Nashville Predators
12. Phoenix Coyotes
13. Washington Capitals
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 19:41:03 GMT -5
f*** man. Florida got the number one pick they should of gotten last year. Meh oh well. As long Ekblad is still available if not trade the pick!!!!
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Post by Unocal 76 on Apr 15, 2014 19:40:57 GMT -5
Brodeur's not THE greatest goalie of all-time (that's Patrick Roy) but he is at worst #5 in my eyes.
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Post by Unocal 76 on Apr 15, 2014 19:41:54 GMT -5
f*** man. Florida got the number one pick they should of gotten last year. Meh oh well. As long Ekblad is still available if not trade the pick!!!! Not a loaded draft. Ekblad doesn't have that feel of Stamkos/Crosby/Tavares. This feels like a meh draft. I've been a hockey fan for a long time, and this seems like the weakest draft since 1996. Not exactly 2003 here.
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Post by Deleted on Apr 15, 2014 19:48:18 GMT -5
f*** man. Florida got the number one pick they should of gotten last year. Meh oh well. As long Ekblad is still available if not trade the pick!!!! Not a loaded draft. Ekblad doesn't have that feel of Stamkos/Crosby/Tavares. This feels like a meh draft. I've been a hockey fan for a long time, and this seems like the weakest draft since 1996. Not exactly 2003 here. We will see. 2003 barely had any hype and 2004 had more hype. 1999 was one of the most hyped drafts and one of the weakest
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Post by triplethreatmark on Apr 15, 2014 21:47:51 GMT -5
f*** man. Florida got the number one pick they should of gotten last year. Meh oh well. As long Ekblad is still available if not trade the pick!!!! On Draft Day: *Ekblad's still available* *MacTavish trades pick for more forwards*
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