Thursday, December 31, 2009
Year-End Post; Winter Classic TOMORROW!
Been watching the WC practice coverage. What a nice day for some hockey! A bit too much snow at first, but it's better than rain, yes? CANNOT wait for tomorrow!!!!! I am rooting for Boston (even after what they did to Atlanta last night). I've never been one for Eastern teams, but I like them. Could be the way they play... Like the Sharks, maybe it's their colors. Maybe it's Chara. I don't know. Plus, it's their home ice and I always want the home team to win. The records show the home teams have not won a Winter Classic yet. Come on, Bruins!
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Slovakian Olympic Roster
Well, Hossa was a no-brainer. Kopecky? Good for him! I hope he is finally able to score some goals!
Czech Olympic Roster
Pavelec!
Kubina!
Michalek, Z!
Vokoun! I think he's pretty good, though I've only seen him a couple times.
Canadian Olympic Roster
Yes. Nothing but NHL'ers :DDDD
THREE Blackhawks <3
Actually watched the announcement on tv today :)
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
What? No After-Christmas Miracles?
Seems like if one of my teams lose, they all lose. Thrashers lost to Devils 2-3. Coyotes lost to Sharks 2-3. [2 days ago] Oilers lost to Flames 1-4 *heartburst* But hey, the Wild beat the Kings 4-3! I think that was a shootout win.
Funny, I knew Kovy would score the first goal in last night's game. I knew they wouldn't win. It's not that I don't have faith in them, it just seems Brodeur is the best goalie in the universe...
For that reason I am scared for the Blackhawks :\
Funny, I knew Kovy would score the first goal in last night's game. I knew they wouldn't win. It's not that I don't have faith in them, it just seems Brodeur is the best goalie in the universe...
For that reason I am scared for the Blackhawks :\
Monday, December 28, 2009
Predators Have Become the Prey
Before the game started
-Kane had 7 more points than the person on the team with the 2nd highest
-Kane also had 4 goals in 4 games, 3 of them game-winners
-Niemi has faced 143 shots and only allowed 5 goals
-Niemi has won his last 5 starts!
-Blackhawks had a 6 point cushion with the Predators
-Blackhawks had won 151 faceoffs and the Predators had won 143
-Blackhawks had 33 points at home which is more than any other team!
-And finally, B'hawks have a 7-0-2 back-to-back games record
Some pretty sweet stats :) The first goal was scored in under two minutes from the start, and that was by Goc. About five minutes later Kane tied it up. The Preds scored in the second and then the third will be a period to remember for ever. Hamhuis scored to make it 3-1, then the Blackhawks woke up and Madden scored twice. Then Campbell scored on a power play to make it 4-3. Franson scored to tie 4-4 and at 19:17 Kane scored!!! It was a beautiful goal, too. He shot the puck, it rebounded, and thankfully he didn't move an inch because it went right back to his stick, he lofted it high, and it went in over Ellis' shoulder. Brilliant.
Watching these last couple of games, it has come to my attention that the 'Hawks are outshooting the opponents A LOT. Is this a good or a bad thing? Are they getting tons of opportunities but the goalies are making great saves? Or are they just blindly shooting and hoping for a goal? Other teams seem to be more conservative... like that game against San Jose where the SOG was 45-14 and the Sharks won. How does that happen? I'll have to ponder it later, I have more things to talk about.
There were a couple calls I wasn't pleased with, but obviously I saw them differently than everybody else. For one, Sopel got penalized for tripping, I believe, but in reality it appeared the guy ran into his stick on purpose. I don't know... Then there was the one where a Pred got penalized for taking down Madden, though to me it looked more like Madden took himself down.
It's too bad Niemi hasn't played enough games to be listed on any standings sheets, but I think he made it on to a shutout standing right behind Bryzgalov.
If I didn't love Pat and Eddie so much, I would have liked to have listened to the game on the radio last night. I did listen to the intermissions though, so that was something :) Again, P & E talked about food. I remember Saturday Eddie talked about wanting some banana cream/creme (?) pie and yesterday they talked about ice cream and Pat said he doesn't eat ice cream :\
Saw some great signs for them last night! One said HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM DA HAPPY HUMANS! hahaha and another said I ♥ FOLEY! (Apparently it was someone he knew) Pat also said "brainbucket" when talking about a player getting his helmet knocked off. I like that ;p
Final score 5-4
-Kane had 7 more points than the person on the team with the 2nd highest
-Kane also had 4 goals in 4 games, 3 of them game-winners
-Niemi has faced 143 shots and only allowed 5 goals
-Niemi has won his last 5 starts!
-Blackhawks had a 6 point cushion with the Predators
-Blackhawks had won 151 faceoffs and the Predators had won 143
-Blackhawks had 33 points at home which is more than any other team!
-And finally, B'hawks have a 7-0-2 back-to-back games record
Some pretty sweet stats :) The first goal was scored in under two minutes from the start, and that was by Goc. About five minutes later Kane tied it up. The Preds scored in the second and then the third will be a period to remember for ever. Hamhuis scored to make it 3-1, then the Blackhawks woke up and Madden scored twice. Then Campbell scored on a power play to make it 4-3. Franson scored to tie 4-4 and at 19:17 Kane scored!!! It was a beautiful goal, too. He shot the puck, it rebounded, and thankfully he didn't move an inch because it went right back to his stick, he lofted it high, and it went in over Ellis' shoulder. Brilliant.
Watching these last couple of games, it has come to my attention that the 'Hawks are outshooting the opponents A LOT. Is this a good or a bad thing? Are they getting tons of opportunities but the goalies are making great saves? Or are they just blindly shooting and hoping for a goal? Other teams seem to be more conservative... like that game against San Jose where the SOG was 45-14 and the Sharks won. How does that happen? I'll have to ponder it later, I have more things to talk about.
There were a couple calls I wasn't pleased with, but obviously I saw them differently than everybody else. For one, Sopel got penalized for tripping, I believe, but in reality it appeared the guy ran into his stick on purpose. I don't know... Then there was the one where a Pred got penalized for taking down Madden, though to me it looked more like Madden took himself down.
It's too bad Niemi hasn't played enough games to be listed on any standings sheets, but I think he made it on to a shutout standing right behind Bryzgalov.
If I didn't love Pat and Eddie so much, I would have liked to have listened to the game on the radio last night. I did listen to the intermissions though, so that was something :) Again, P & E talked about food. I remember Saturday Eddie talked about wanting some banana cream/creme (?) pie and yesterday they talked about ice cream and Pat said he doesn't eat ice cream :\
Saw some great signs for them last night! One said HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM DA HAPPY HUMANS! hahaha and another said I ♥ FOLEY! (Apparently it was someone he knew) Pat also said "brainbucket" when talking about a player getting his helmet knocked off. I like that ;p
Final score 5-4
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Russian Olympic Roster
Of course I am sad the Wall won't be there, but everybody knew he wouldn't be :( He hasn't played since November 16th, omg. If he was healthy I bet he'd be #1.
Real excited about seeing Kovalchuk and Bryzgalov! :)
Thursday, December 24, 2009
Open Letters; Hate Mail Love Mail
Dear DRW fans,
Shut the fuck up. Sorry for the language, but I am tired of hearing you boo Hossa EVERY time he gets the puck. I can vaguely understand you booing him the first time he played against the Wings as a Blackhawk, but to do that throughout the game, and then again last night? That's stupid. Childish. Can't you be happy that he's still playing the game? That you're still able to watch him? I don't hate on former Blackhawks for leaving. In fact, I enjoy the chance they have given me to expand my hockey viewing. If it weren't for certain players, I would have a less than mild interest in teams like the Oilers and the Wild.
The RW players themselves are surprised that you're still holding a grudge; They don't want you booing Marian. I do feel sorry the team isn't so hot this year, but at the same time they've had more than their 15 minutes in the spotlight. Don't blame one player for wanting to leave as the reason your team is sucking- It's a team effort. So, please, leave Hossa alone.
Dear Antti Niemi,
Marry me?
FOUR shutouts? Five if you want to count the NHL Premiere? You are definitely worthy of this team... of this sport! Definitely "favorite player" worthy :D Dude, how do you see through all those screens?! X-ray vision, maybe? I don't think I've ever seen you struggle with players right in your kitchen, and that my friend is IMPRESSIVE.
ilu
Dear Pat,
Happy [one day belated] Birthday!
39, eh? Lookin' good!
Shut the fuck up. Sorry for the language, but I am tired of hearing you boo Hossa EVERY time he gets the puck. I can vaguely understand you booing him the first time he played against the Wings as a Blackhawk, but to do that throughout the game, and then again last night? That's stupid. Childish. Can't you be happy that he's still playing the game? That you're still able to watch him? I don't hate on former Blackhawks for leaving. In fact, I enjoy the chance they have given me to expand my hockey viewing. If it weren't for certain players, I would have a less than mild interest in teams like the Oilers and the Wild.
The RW players themselves are surprised that you're still holding a grudge; They don't want you booing Marian. I do feel sorry the team isn't so hot this year, but at the same time they've had more than their 15 minutes in the spotlight. Don't blame one player for wanting to leave as the reason your team is sucking- It's a team effort. So, please, leave Hossa alone.
Dear Antti Niemi,
Marry me?
FOUR shutouts? Five if you want to count the NHL Premiere? You are definitely worthy of this team... of this sport! Definitely "favorite player" worthy :D Dude, how do you see through all those screens?! X-ray vision, maybe? I don't think I've ever seen you struggle with players right in your kitchen, and that my friend is IMPRESSIVE.
ilu
Dear Pat,
Happy [one day belated] Birthday!
39, eh? Lookin' good!
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Another Shutout Was Unlikely, But a Loss? Who Knew?!
Going in to the game, Chicago was #1 and San Jose was #2 in the Western Conference. SJ has the most goals scored in the WC and is the winningest team when it comes to road games. As for the 'hawks, their home record was 16-3-1, with their last game against the Sharks ending in a big win of 7-2.
Not a whole lot happened in the first period... not that the Blackhawks weren't trying! They had 15 SOG while the Sharks had 4, one of them going in thanks to Heatly early at 3:18.
In the 2nd, with just their 6th SOG, Thorton scored a shorty to make it 0-2. (He's scored 17 consecutive goals in their road games!) Again it was an early goal at 5:10. Before the end of this period, CHI had won 67% (14 of 21) of the faceoffs AND they had 6 powerplays! I couldn't believe they hadn't scored yet, especially since at the end they had 26 SOG and SJ only had 7! WTF Blackhawks?!
The 3rd finally brought some hope when Kane scored at 4:10. At that time SOG was 34-8. But that hope was quickly shattered when Demeres scored at 4:30. Again, WTF BLACKHAWKS?!! That was his second goal of the season, and both have been against the 'hawks D:< Stop that. But wait! Hope was brought back when Hossa scored [his 6th goal of the season] with 1:51 left. But hope isn't enough to win a hockey game, and there were no other goals. Final SOG was 45-14. Now the Sharks are #1 in the WC. I'm so depressed I might eat this king size Hershey bar that I was saving for another day...
Final score 2-3
Is it obvious I like to take notes during radio games?
Not a whole lot happened in the first period... not that the Blackhawks weren't trying! They had 15 SOG while the Sharks had 4, one of them going in thanks to Heatly early at 3:18.
In the 2nd, with just their 6th SOG, Thorton scored a shorty to make it 0-2. (He's scored 17 consecutive goals in their road games!) Again it was an early goal at 5:10. Before the end of this period, CHI had won 67% (14 of 21) of the faceoffs AND they had 6 powerplays! I couldn't believe they hadn't scored yet, especially since at the end they had 26 SOG and SJ only had 7! WTF Blackhawks?!
The 3rd finally brought some hope when Kane scored at 4:10. At that time SOG was 34-8. But that hope was quickly shattered when Demeres scored at 4:30. Again, WTF BLACKHAWKS?!! That was his second goal of the season, and both have been against the 'hawks D:< Stop that. But wait! Hope was brought back when Hossa scored [his 6th goal of the season] with 1:51 left. But hope isn't enough to win a hockey game, and there were no other goals. Final SOG was 45-14. Now the Sharks are #1 in the WC. I'm so depressed I might eat this king size Hershey bar that I was saving for another day...
Final score 2-3
Is it obvious I like to take notes during radio games?
Monday, December 21, 2009
NHL Standings
Cristobal Huet played in only two of Chicago's three games last week, but he was perfect, shutting out St. Louis on Wednesday and Detroit on Sunday, stopping all 47 shots he faced in the back-to-back 3-0 victories. Huet's performance earned him NHL First Star honors.
Sunday night, he stopped all 20 Detroit shots as the Blackhawks extended their winning streak to four games while moving back into first place in the Central Division and also the top spot in the Western Conference.
Chicago 23-8-3 (4th)
Edmonton 15-16-4 (25th)
Atlanta 18-13-3 (16th)
Phoenix 21-13-2 (11th)
Sunday, December 20, 2009
Gotta Get Me Some Waffles!
Tonight Osgood was Notsogood. I've gone from disliking the Red Wings to feeling sorry for their unfortunate luck with illness, injury, and just bad games. But enough about them! The Blackhawks made their 3rd shutout in their last 4 games! It was Huet this time with his third of the season. haha WGN really is the shutout station for this team :) (Thanks for bringing that up, Pat)
It was a tiny bit maddening to see before that Sharp/[RW player] confrontation there were 6 Wings players on the ice and none of the refs caught that. I kind of forgive them because there was a lot of red on the ice, so you know... Do not have anything else to say except it was a good game.
Final score 3-0
I didn't know they were showing the 2009 Winter Classic tonight! I remember I came home from work last winter and had forgotten it was on so I didn't set up a tape or anything; therefore only caught the last few minutes of the game. I was looking forward to watching it this year because they have been showing past WCs, but I never bothered to see when it'd be on :((((( I saw part of the second period, then missed pretty much the rest because I was outside trying to get puppy to potty and then realized the CHI/DET game started at 6 and not 7. During the first intermission I did catch the end of the game and saw Chicago lost 4-6.
One more quote from Eddie about food: "You can't eat your pasta with your mouth guard in, young fella."
It was a tiny bit maddening to see before that Sharp/[RW player] confrontation there were 6 Wings players on the ice and none of the refs caught that. I kind of forgive them because there was a lot of red on the ice, so you know... Do not have anything else to say except it was a good game.
Final score 3-0
I didn't know they were showing the 2009 Winter Classic tonight! I remember I came home from work last winter and had forgotten it was on so I didn't set up a tape or anything; therefore only caught the last few minutes of the game. I was looking forward to watching it this year because they have been showing past WCs, but I never bothered to see when it'd be on :((((( I saw part of the second period, then missed pretty much the rest because I was outside trying to get puppy to potty and then realized the CHI/DET game started at 6 and not 7. During the first intermission I did catch the end of the game and saw Chicago lost 4-6.
One more quote from Eddie about food: "You can't eat your pasta with your mouth guard in, young fella."
Friday, December 18, 2009
They Came From the East
Secretly looked forward to this game all month. I don't know why, honest. Let's get right into it:
Boston scored the first goal, and they have only lost two out of eleven games after scoring first. Needless to say, I was concerned. But Niemi was there, and I have nothing but faith in him. As for the skaters, I was concerned for their safety whenever Chara hit the ice. Man is a giant. Luckily he isn't a physical player, at least he wasn't tonight. I don't know about other nights... It was pretty ballsy of Brouwer to go after him! (... after the SO?) I think once he was "hugging" him he realized he had made a mistake and calmed down. A lot.
When it comes to PKs, Boston is ranked 1st and Chicago is 2nd. There were only 3 PPs I believe, and nobody scored during those times.
This game mimicked yesterday's ATL/DAL game in that they were constantly tied. That's always nerve-wrecking and fun to watch. I didn't think it'd make it to OT, but sure enough it did! Bruins tied 4-4 in the 3rd at 2:43. No scores in over time, so there was a shootout. No Bruins scored. Toews and Kane both scored; Kane the game winner.
Versteeg, Sharp, and Toews all got their 10th goal of the season tonight.
According to Pat, Kessel was in this game. hahaha :)
Final score 5-4
Mark your calendars: Eddie Olczyk Heritage Night -- April 11th
I've thought about it, and part of the reason I was looking forward to this game was because I like Chara and wanted to see Lucic play. Unfortunately the latter has been injured practically all season >:|
Boston scored the first goal, and they have only lost two out of eleven games after scoring first. Needless to say, I was concerned. But Niemi was there, and I have nothing but faith in him. As for the skaters, I was concerned for their safety whenever Chara hit the ice. Man is a giant. Luckily he isn't a physical player, at least he wasn't tonight. I don't know about other nights... It was pretty ballsy of Brouwer to go after him! (... after the SO?) I think once he was "hugging" him he realized he had made a mistake and calmed down. A lot.
When it comes to PKs, Boston is ranked 1st and Chicago is 2nd. There were only 3 PPs I believe, and nobody scored during those times.
This game mimicked yesterday's ATL/DAL game in that they were constantly tied. That's always nerve-wrecking and fun to watch. I didn't think it'd make it to OT, but sure enough it did! Bruins tied 4-4 in the 3rd at 2:43. No scores in over time, so there was a shootout. No Bruins scored. Toews and Kane both scored; Kane the game winner.
Versteeg, Sharp, and Toews all got their 10th goal of the season tonight.
According to Pat, Kessel was in this game. hahaha :)
Final score 5-4
Mark your calendars: Eddie Olczyk Heritage Night -- April 11th
I've thought about it, and part of the reason I was looking forward to this game was because I like Chara and wanted to see Lucic play. Unfortunately the latter has been injured practically all season >:|
"This is fantabulous"
Last night's Thrashers/Stars game was most excellent. Constantly tying up the score, it was anyone's game. I think the Thrashers ended up winning because they bruised so many players with their many-a checks :)
I loved Antropov's goal. There was a line of three players: Enstrom hit it to Peverly, Peverly passed it to Antropov (either accidently or on purpose), and Antropov scored! But I think the best goal was made by Eriksson for the Stars, and he didn't even try. The puck ricocheted off his shield into the net. Thank God he wears one!
Couldn't believe they took Auld out after 3 goals, while Pavelec stayed in for all 5. What was the reason for that? I didn't agree with the announcers that we should "bow down before him," because letting in 5 goals (one immediatly following a FO!) doesn't make up for some good saves. But it seems everyone is saying he did wonderful. Peverly, the rightfully-so 1st star of the game, said Pavelec did an amazing job, maybe his best performance all year. Clearly I know nothing:
What Went Right
- Goaltending. It's not often that goaltenders get praised when they give up five goals, but Dallas easily could have had eight or nine or even more if not for the heroics of Ondrej Pavelec who made numerous jaw-dropping saves to keep his team in the game. When it was all said and done two of the Dallas goals went in off of Zach Bogosian's feet, one came on a screen and one was the result of a last second deflection off of a player's face. Every player in the locker room was singing Pavelec's praises after the game.
- Power Play. The Thrashers went 3-4 on the power play and passed the puck effectively and quickly when up a man, but John Anderson would still like them to shoot more often. Prior to tonight's game the Thrashers were 4-27 on the power play in the month of December. 7-31 certainly looks a lot better. Yes yes yes. Their power plays were awesome. They took their time to map out a path and only failed once!
- Discipline. In a game that was tightly contested the Thrashers picked their spots and did a good job staying out of the penalty box, limiting themselves to just four minors, at least two of which were on plays that may have gone uncalled on other nights.
- Depth. Four different players scored goals and 11 picked up points with Maxim Afinogenov and Rich Peverley both having three-point nights.
(They always have the best recaps)
Also, while watching the 10pm encore (I didn't know they did that!), I began taking note of the players' numbers because I have not memorized them yet. I think I got most of them down now :)
Final score 6-5
(More great photos!)
Found this looking for game highlights!
I loved Antropov's goal. There was a line of three players: Enstrom hit it to Peverly, Peverly passed it to Antropov (either accidently or on purpose), and Antropov scored! But I think the best goal was made by Eriksson for the Stars, and he didn't even try. The puck ricocheted off his shield into the net. Thank God he wears one!
Couldn't believe they took Auld out after 3 goals, while Pavelec stayed in for all 5. What was the reason for that? I didn't agree with the announcers that we should "bow down before him," because letting in 5 goals (one immediatly following a FO!) doesn't make up for some good saves. But it seems everyone is saying he did wonderful. Peverly, the rightfully-so 1st star of the game, said Pavelec did an amazing job, maybe his best performance all year. Clearly I know nothing:
What Went Right
- Goaltending. It's not often that goaltenders get praised when they give up five goals, but Dallas easily could have had eight or nine or even more if not for the heroics of Ondrej Pavelec who made numerous jaw-dropping saves to keep his team in the game. When it was all said and done two of the Dallas goals went in off of Zach Bogosian's feet, one came on a screen and one was the result of a last second deflection off of a player's face. Every player in the locker room was singing Pavelec's praises after the game.
- Power Play. The Thrashers went 3-4 on the power play and passed the puck effectively and quickly when up a man, but John Anderson would still like them to shoot more often. Prior to tonight's game the Thrashers were 4-27 on the power play in the month of December. 7-31 certainly looks a lot better. Yes yes yes. Their power plays were awesome. They took their time to map out a path and only failed once!
- Discipline. In a game that was tightly contested the Thrashers picked their spots and did a good job staying out of the penalty box, limiting themselves to just four minors, at least two of which were on plays that may have gone uncalled on other nights.
- Depth. Four different players scored goals and 11 picked up points with Maxim Afinogenov and Rich Peverley both having three-point nights.
(They always have the best recaps)
Also, while watching the 10pm encore (I didn't know they did that!), I began taking note of the players' numbers because I have not memorized them yet. I think I got most of them down now :)
Final score 6-5
(More great photos!)
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Christmas Just Came Early
Niemi is proving himself worthy of this team with Sunday's shutout, and Huet continues to astonish with yesterday's (Stan Mikita Heritage Night) shutout. Yes- Back to back! That hasn't been done for 7 years, I think they said. What's more is Patrick Kane assisted all three goals. And he joked he's seeing better after his own stick stabbed him in the eye Sunday night. It was also good to see Campbell score because he hasn't scored in quite some time. Now if only a select handful of players would start scoring more!
The final minute of the game was craaazy. A Blue sticked Huet's side, Huet pushed him, and when he turned around to start something with Huet, Sopel quickly stepped in and put an end to that! Then damn near everyone got involved, but I think only two Blues players were penalized.
Final score 3-0
NHL.com has a live webcam and a time lapse of the construction of the Winter Classic ice rink at Fenway Park. I love time lapse videos :DD Can't wait 'til it's finished!
The final minute of the game was craaazy. A Blue sticked Huet's side, Huet pushed him, and when he turned around to start something with Huet, Sopel quickly stepped in and put an end to that! Then damn near everyone got involved, but I think only two Blues players were penalized.
Final score 3-0
NHL.com has a live webcam and a time lapse of the construction of the Winter Classic ice rink at Fenway Park. I love time lapse videos :DD Can't wait 'til it's finished!
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Ask a Thrasher? Ok ...
I need to think of a question...
Saw a few people speculating #31 will be back in the AHL when Lehtonen comes back. I don't even think that's possible. I hope Anderson is smart enough to realize Pavs deserves to be on this team. I'm pretty sure he said that himself, and working with him when they were both a part of the Wolves should be enough evidence. Yeah, he's allowed some lousy goals, but he's also won some amazing games. From what I've heard, Kari seems to be made of glass, so maybe he should find a new career path? I don't know how accurate that is, but I will soon find out. The team is doing just fine with Ondrej and Moose. Can't we keep it that way?
Saw a few people speculating #31 will be back in the AHL when Lehtonen comes back. I don't even think that's possible. I hope Anderson is smart enough to realize Pavs deserves to be on this team. I'm pretty sure he said that himself, and working with him when they were both a part of the Wolves should be enough evidence. Yeah, he's allowed some lousy goals, but he's also won some amazing games. From what I've heard, Kari seems to be made of glass, so maybe he should find a new career path? I don't know how accurate that is, but I will soon find out. The team is doing just fine with Ondrej and Moose. Can't we keep it that way?
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Wolves!
The Wolves are 6th in the Western Division, right above the San Antonio Rampage. 13-13-0. I just found out they broadcast games on 1650AM. I will definitely catch their Sunday game! I was also looking at jerseys, which I periodically do (kinda like that fictional woman who walks past a store window and sighs every time she sees the pair of shoes she will never have) and noticed if I ordered a jersey this week, it would not arrive until January. I think Dad and Mom were thinking about going to a game this month, but they haven't talked to me about it much. They said they have free hotdogs on Saturday, but I work every Saturday
:( Without thinking I switched my Friday for somebody's Saturday because they needed Saturday off. Oh well. My point being: I would have liked to had a jersey for the next game we went to. Maybe I'll just buy that cute knit hat with the ear flaps :D
I've been dying to have a Sterling jersey for the last couple of years though...
What do you do to prepare for a game?
Answer: “My game day routine is pretty basic. I just have a good breakfast when I wake up. Then I make sure to get a good skate in during the morning skate. I like to get a good sweat so I know how I am feeling, and the worse I am feeling, the harder I work in a pregame skate. Then I try to have a filling lunch, either pasta or chicken. After lunch, I try to take a pregame nap, if my dog allows it, and then I go out to the rink and play.”
Does it feel different skating with the pink sticks that you use for Breast Cancer Awareness? How does it feel to support the cause?
Answer: “Is it different to hold a pink stick? Absolutely, but it is for a great cause. Anything that we can do to help out charities and help a great cause like this is something we all look forward to doing. Any money that we can raise and anything that we can do, we are all for it. We play a game for a living, so it is nice to have the opportunity to help people that need some support.”
Do you get along with the other mascots?
Answer: “I have a lot of fun with the other mascots. Each season, I invite local mascots to play a broomball game on the ice during an intermission of a Wolves game. Throughout the summer, I also get to catch up with some of the other Chicago mascots at their home stadiums, like Southpaw from the Chicago White Sox, Ozzie from the Kane County Cougars and Sky Guy from the Chicago Sky.”
How often do you have to clean your teeth? How many jerseys do you have?
Answer: “With as much as I eat I usually brush my teeth 2-3 times per day with my oversized tooth brush. Since my teeth are pretty large, it takes longer than you would think to clean them! I have three jerseys – white, alternate white, and burgundy. For games I match whatever the team wears, but away from the arena I wear whatever suits my mood (or whichever one is clean!).”
Why did you want to become a goalie instead of a skater?
Answer: “I started to play hockey when I was about four years old and I wasn’t a very good skater, so they gave me some goalie pads, and from then on I was a goalie. There is a lot of pressure on you as a goalie, and I like the pressure.”
Although you have been in North America for a few years now, is there still something that you really want to do such as visit a landmark or see a certain show?
Answer: “I’d really like to go to Disneyland one day, I’ve heard a lot of great things about it. A few people I knew back when I was playing juniors went there and couldn’t speak more highly about it. I’d also like to visit Las Vegas one day. Nobody has many stories about it though, because what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas!”
And because I, too, wonder: If more than one of you are in the penalty box together, what do you talk about?
Answer: “Usually, we just complain about the penalty call, because no matter what happened we always claim it wasn’t our fault or the penalty never happened. -Joey Crabb
I see Brent Krahn is now with the Texas Stars. That makes me sad :( It still boggles my mind that it was Pavs in the net last season and not Krahn. I could have sworn it was him! No matter what, I miss him.
:( Without thinking I switched my Friday for somebody's Saturday because they needed Saturday off. Oh well. My point being: I would have liked to had a jersey for the next game we went to. Maybe I'll just buy that cute knit hat with the ear flaps :D
I've been dying to have a Sterling jersey for the last couple of years though...
What do you do to prepare for a game? Answer: “My game day routine is pretty basic. I just have a good breakfast when I wake up. Then I make sure to get a good skate in during the morning skate. I like to get a good sweat so I know how I am feeling, and the worse I am feeling, the harder I work in a pregame skate. Then I try to have a filling lunch, either pasta or chicken. After lunch, I try to take a pregame nap, if my dog allows it, and then I go out to the rink and play.”
Does it feel different skating with the pink sticks that you use for Breast Cancer Awareness? How does it feel to support the cause?
Answer: “Is it different to hold a pink stick? Absolutely, but it is for a great cause. Anything that we can do to help out charities and help a great cause like this is something we all look forward to doing. Any money that we can raise and anything that we can do, we are all for it. We play a game for a living, so it is nice to have the opportunity to help people that need some support.”
Do you get along with the other mascots?Answer: “I have a lot of fun with the other mascots. Each season, I invite local mascots to play a broomball game on the ice during an intermission of a Wolves game. Throughout the summer, I also get to catch up with some of the other Chicago mascots at their home stadiums, like Southpaw from the Chicago White Sox, Ozzie from the Kane County Cougars and Sky Guy from the Chicago Sky.”
How often do you have to clean your teeth? How many jerseys do you have?
Answer: “With as much as I eat I usually brush my teeth 2-3 times per day with my oversized tooth brush. Since my teeth are pretty large, it takes longer than you would think to clean them! I have three jerseys – white, alternate white, and burgundy. For games I match whatever the team wears, but away from the arena I wear whatever suits my mood (or whichever one is clean!).”
Why did you want to become a goalie instead of a skater? Answer: “I started to play hockey when I was about four years old and I wasn’t a very good skater, so they gave me some goalie pads, and from then on I was a goalie. There is a lot of pressure on you as a goalie, and I like the pressure.”
Although you have been in North America for a few years now, is there still something that you really want to do such as visit a landmark or see a certain show?
Answer: “I’d really like to go to Disneyland one day, I’ve heard a lot of great things about it. A few people I knew back when I was playing juniors went there and couldn’t speak more highly about it. I’d also like to visit Las Vegas one day. Nobody has many stories about it though, because what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas!”
And because I, too, wonder: If more than one of you are in the penalty box together, what do you talk about?
Answer: “Usually, we just complain about the penalty call, because no matter what happened we always claim it wasn’t our fault or the penalty never happened. -Joey Crabb
I see Brent Krahn is now with the Texas Stars. That makes me sad :( It still boggles my mind that it was Pavs in the net last season and not Krahn. I could have sworn it was him! No matter what, I miss him.
You Love It When Your Friends Are There to Help
What a great game tonight against the Tampa Bay Lightning! It was a shame Patrick Kane got taken out in the first period though. NOBODY EMBARRASSES KANER ON BOBBLE HEAD NIGHT! Whoever that was ought to be ashamed and beat up in the parking lot. Smaby, it was you! >:( Every time they said Matt Smaby it sounded like Matt's Baby. I laughed a little on the inside every time.
Toews had his helmet knocked off in the 2nd, left, and returned in the third after he nearly hit his jaw on the ice after being taken down without due cause. He shot the puck and a few seconds later Mr. Foulplay decided to hit him. Boooo! I don't even know if he was penalized for that.
THE BEST goal of the night was by Marian Hossa. Sharp shot it high, Hossa gloved it down and wacked that puck into the net before it even hit the ice. I was in awe!
THE BEST save of the night was by Niittymaki. I don't know whose shot it was; I don't think Niittymaki saw it go past him at first, but then he saw it rolling under him and quickly turned around and sticked it off the goal line before it crossed over into the net. Very impressive.
And THE BEST fight of the night was between Eager and [???], not because it was the biggest fight, but because it seemed like their gloves exploded off their hands!
There was one shot that hit the post behind Niemi and Eddie said that sound was probably used as a "phone ringer" by a lot of goalies. hahaha I love that sound. Niemi had his 3rd shutout, 4th if you want to count the Finland game. He is on fire! I really hope he stays with the Blackhawks. Forever.
There was one penalty shot tonight, but Brouwer did not make it.
I'm sorry, but how the hell did Barker end up with the 3rd star of the game?
Final score 4-0
Toews had his helmet knocked off in the 2nd, left, and returned in the third after he nearly hit his jaw on the ice after being taken down without due cause. He shot the puck and a few seconds later Mr. Foulplay decided to hit him. Boooo! I don't even know if he was penalized for that.
THE BEST goal of the night was by Marian Hossa. Sharp shot it high, Hossa gloved it down and wacked that puck into the net before it even hit the ice. I was in awe!
THE BEST save of the night was by Niittymaki. I don't know whose shot it was; I don't think Niittymaki saw it go past him at first, but then he saw it rolling under him and quickly turned around and sticked it off the goal line before it crossed over into the net. Very impressive.
And THE BEST fight of the night was between Eager and [???], not because it was the biggest fight, but because it seemed like their gloves exploded off their hands!
There was one shot that hit the post behind Niemi and Eddie said that sound was probably used as a "phone ringer" by a lot of goalies. hahaha I love that sound. Niemi had his 3rd shutout, 4th if you want to count the Finland game. He is on fire! I really hope he stays with the Blackhawks. Forever.
There was one penalty shot tonight, but Brouwer did not make it.
I'm sorry, but how the hell did Barker end up with the 3rd star of the game?
Final score 4-0
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Duluth vs. Duluth?
Reading through the Thrashers' A-Z Guide, I see their practice facility in Duluth is open to the public and players often sign things afterwards. You can also write letters to individual players. Season ticket holders can win a chance to ride a zamboni between periods! AND for $500, they can put together a "very special" wedding proposal package. I had to laugh at the possibilities :D Isn't it weird that I thought about moving to Duluth, Minnesota, and now I'm thinking about moving to Duluth, Georgia? hahaha Seriously. Instead of paying $2000 to be a half-season ticket holder, why not just go to their practices? I'm sure it's just as exciting ;p
Homecoming
I can't be bummed about the Blackhawks losing when I hear Lalime was the last backup goalie in the league to win a game, and this was his first win since March. Plus, Patrick Sharp scored his 100th goal with the Blackhawks, so it wasn't a terrible night.
Final score 1-2
Final score 1-2
Friday, December 11, 2009
If You're Gonna Say It, Say It Right
Huh, guess I forgot to mention that I found out Jose's last name is pronounced "theo-door." I much preferred "tee-o-door", but according to the HF message boards, he said in an interview his father is English, therefore it is "theo-door". I hope he doesn't let people get away with calling him "ho-zay"...
Also read Kovalchuck is indeed "koval-chook." I like that better than "-chuck" as well, but I guess playing in America he prefers the American-sounding version. *Bleh*
And the next time I hear "pav-lick" I am going to scream. The only people who have gotten it right were the announcers for their game against the Habs in October. I'm glad that was my first game, otherwise I'd be saying it wrong. I may still be saying it wrong, but I think I'm closer than most. (I just heard it & I did not scream; too tired.) I know players sometimes tell announcers and everybody to pronounce their names "the American way" either because it's easier or "it sounds cooler" (I'm looking at you, Linus Omark! [Yes, I edited this 2/11]), but I think they should be pronounced the right way all the time. Your name is your identity, so why let people say it wrong?
Also read Kovalchuck is indeed "koval-chook." I like that better than "-chuck" as well, but I guess playing in America he prefers the American-sounding version. *Bleh*
And the next time I hear "pav-lick" I am going to scream. The only people who have gotten it right were the announcers for their game against the Habs in October. I'm glad that was my first game, otherwise I'd be saying it wrong. I may still be saying it wrong, but I think I'm closer than most. (I just heard it & I did not scream; too tired.) I know players sometimes tell announcers and everybody to pronounce their names "the American way" either because it's easier or "it sounds cooler" (I'm looking at you, Linus Omark! [Yes, I edited this 2/11]), but I think they should be pronounced the right way all the time. Your name is your identity, so why let people say it wrong?
Hockey: My Anger Management
Left work tonight in a terrible mood. I won't go in to any details, but I did not see tonight ending the way it did. After a shower I figured I'd finish watching yesterday's ATL/CGY game. Though the Thrashers are losing, it is very calming watching the two teams battle it out. (Even more calming when a Calgary shot is called a no-goal and they keep getting penalties;) If only I had known how theraputic this was years ago! Seriously, I find it hard to think about anything else when watching a game. I think a whole lot, so for something to clear my mind for an hour or so, well, that is something to marvel! My mind is so clear right now that I don't know what else to say.
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
NHL Standings
Dang, forgot again!
Carolina up to 7 wins and Toronto up to 9. I was sort of glad to hear the Maple Leafs won, even though it was against Atlanta the other day, but only because they have only won on home ice twice. Their fans needed to see them win. I taped that game and haven't started the third period yet, but if Pavelec is still in the net, there is something wrong. 0-5 as of the 2nd period. I would have put Hedberg in after 4 goals.
It's great to see the Coyotes in the top 10! Please stay there :)
Oilers... no comment.
Chicago 18-7-3 (6th)
Edmonton 13-13-4 (21st)
Atlanta 15-9-3 (14th)
Phoenix 18-11-1 (9th)
Carolina up to 7 wins and Toronto up to 9. I was sort of glad to hear the Maple Leafs won, even though it was against Atlanta the other day, but only because they have only won on home ice twice. Their fans needed to see them win. I taped that game and haven't started the third period yet, but if Pavelec is still in the net, there is something wrong. 0-5 as of the 2nd period. I would have put Hedberg in after 4 goals.
It's great to see the Coyotes in the top 10! Please stay there :)
Oilers... no comment.
Chicago 18-7-3 (6th)
Edmonton 13-13-4 (21st)
Atlanta 15-9-3 (14th)
Phoenix 18-11-1 (9th)
Sunday, December 6, 2009
You, Me, and Dupuis
The best dialogue between Pat and Eddie I have ever heard:
So, quite honestly I thought the Penguins were going to beat the Blackhawks. I don't know... I just feel like they've been blowing some good games lately. It was good to see Niemi in the net though. I think he deserves more ice time. If only the GT position could be divided up equally ;) Hmm, wonder what next year will hold for him...
It was great to see Hossa score the first goal [followed by a round of boo's]. I thought his goal might not count because he knocked the net over, but I guess there was enough time between the incident and the puck going in that it counted. Yippee!
Everyone was hatin' on him. Like, come on, that was two seasons ago. Let bygones be bygones! Pretty much every time he hit the ice a rash of boo's filled the arena. It was sort of funny, let's be honest now.
What was with Malkin shaking Fraser on the ice like an angry lover after the faceoff? I wasn't quite sure what was going on there. I was concerned for Fraser, but at the same time it was just so weird that I had to laugh at it.
Again, Versteeg had the game winner in overtime.
Final score 2-1
Note: I gained a lot of respect for Marc-Andre Fleury when I watched him last season. So, even though I don't care for the Pens very much, I do like to watch Flower dance in the blue.
Also of note: Today I was reminded that Pennsylvania is a state.
Ed: You talk about Ruslan Fedotenko, Letestu, and Pascal Dupuis, Pat, wonder if Letestu is talking to Fedotenko on the ice and he asks who's up, I wonder if he says, "You, me, and Dupuis", on the bench.
*LTAO*
Pat: That was a movie, wasn't it?
*LTFAO*
Ed: I couldn't resist partner.
Pat: Nooo, it was layin' there for you, take it!
Ed: Like a big watermelon coming at me!
So, quite honestly I thought the Penguins were going to beat the Blackhawks. I don't know... I just feel like they've been blowing some good games lately. It was good to see Niemi in the net though. I think he deserves more ice time. If only the GT position could be divided up equally ;) Hmm, wonder what next year will hold for him...
It was great to see Hossa score the first goal [followed by a round of boo's]. I thought his goal might not count because he knocked the net over, but I guess there was enough time between the incident and the puck going in that it counted. Yippee!
Everyone was hatin' on him. Like, come on, that was two seasons ago. Let bygones be bygones! Pretty much every time he hit the ice a rash of boo's filled the arena. It was sort of funny, let's be honest now.
What was with Malkin shaking Fraser on the ice like an angry lover after the faceoff? I wasn't quite sure what was going on there. I was concerned for Fraser, but at the same time it was just so weird that I had to laugh at it.
Again, Versteeg had the game winner in overtime.
Final score 2-1
Note: I gained a lot of respect for Marc-Andre Fleury when I watched him last season. So, even though I don't care for the Pens very much, I do like to watch Flower dance in the blue.
Also of note: Today I was reminded that Pennsylvania is a state.
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Some Sort of Record
I watched FOUR games today. Woke up specially for the Thrash/Islanders game. Got me thinking maybe I should move to Georgia next winter, become a season ticket holder, then move back north when the season is over. You have no idea how much I love watching this team play. I could write a post each day about how much I love the Thrashers. (Maybe I will? hmm...) On and off the ice they seem like, I don't know... the best kind of people. Ok ok, I'll save my lovey dovey stuff for another day ;) They lost 1-4! Gonna see Moose in the crease next game? Oh! That reminds me: Pavs has a 30% rating for "Who would you like to see next on Ask a Thrasher?" poll. Of course I voted for him, and he has the highest percentage, Bogo is at 27 I think :\ I like Bogo [and his 'stache], but I want to see Pavs so bad. I love that Czech. Then I saw the 2nd and 3rd period of the Oilers/Wings game, and by that time Edmonton had already scored their 4 goals and Detroit their one. I was reading a book, so I didn't watch most of it, but I kinda listened. Still no Khabibulin. The final score was indeed 4-1. 'BOUT TIME, OILS!
Then, during lunch, there was the end of a Sharks/Blues game. It was that or a Pens/Avs game. For some reason I prefer the Sharks. Maybe it's the team colors? I think someone on one of the teams made a pretty awesome goal, but I don't remember :p Maybe it was the tie-goal that was amazing. (It's late; I'm barely thinking) The final score was 3-2, Blues, in a shootout.
Finally there was the Sens/Kings game. I don't know why I don't like the Kings much... Maybe it's because they're an LA team and I have a slight dislike towards that city, though I have never actually been there. I'm kind of iffy about California as a state in general, actually. I don't remember having a buttload of fun when I visited... I was very happy every time the Sens scored a goal to match the Kings. Then I had to go to work, so I dunno what happened, but I see the Kings kicked their asses with a score of 6-3.
Like usual, I taped the Blackhawks game since I had to work. I walked into the kitchen to get some peanut butter for Biff's squeaky wheel at around 11:15, said hello to mom, [I didn't want to start a conversation because Dana was about to call,] and as I'm leaving Mom says, "The Blackhawks didn't do so well..." and I yelled, "Don't tell me!!!" Too late.
Thursday, December 3, 2009
Super Long Post
Blackhawks vs. Blue Jackets was Tuesday. Thanks to Vs/Dtv I had the pleasure of listening to the game on the radio. Let me start by saying: I have seen so many CBJ games, I am now a fan by default. I don't know how it happens, but I ALWAYS seem to catch their games! Second, I thought it was, for lack of a better word, sorta funny that CBJ played the St. Louis Blues not too long ago. Both into blue and both have Mason as a goal tender :P Moving on... This was Hossa's first game in the UC as a 'hawks player. I'm sorry I don't know who said this, because I don't know Judd and Troy very well, but one said, "If you don't see him score for 10 games, he might still be the best player on the ice!" Then during the first intermission, the guys were talking to him and Troy said, "Why don't you go get the game winner..." and Hossa said, "Ok, I will." hahahaha He's so awesome. I think I love him.
Burish is scheduled to come back sometime in March and Bolland should be back in about 16 weeks. Hooray!
Ok, so Versteeg scored goal #1, short-handed, and I guess he dragged it NOT ONCE, BUT TWICE! haha *Looking for video* I think that was his second shortie of the season, 6th total for the team, and they are ranked #1 in short-handed goals. No more scoring in the first.
Second period saw Vermette and Pahlsson score; Pahlsson's first of the season, so good for him! Finally Sharp scored with 3ish minutes to go and it was his second PPG of the season, so good for him, too!
In the third, Russell scored 40 seconds into the game. A few minutes later the 'hawks responded and scored, tying it at 3. Keith was given credit, but I think it has since been changed to Toews' goal. Whatever, I'm just glad somebody scored!
Going into the shootout, it was mentioned that Versteeg has had 2 OT wins and as a team, the Blackhawks were 2-4(?) while the Jackets were 2-1. Hossa made the first goal in the shootout as the second shooter. Immediately after, Voracek answered with a goal. Then it just went on and on. There will soon be a movie out called "The Never Ending Shootout." This thing went on for ELEVEN ROUNDS.
It was so exciting :DDD Seabrook scored the winning goal and the whole UC went berzerk. What was as equally exciting was Joel Quenneville's 500th win!
John, another radio man, said maybe the Aussie (Chelsea, a woman who sent an email about how she listens to Blackhawks games to WGN) brought us good luck. teehee. Also of note, but little importance, Judd (?) likes Ellen DeGeneres. hahaha Me too, bud.
With their 8th consecutive home-ice win:
Final score 4-3
My computer is being a horrible friend as usual, so here's all the game highlights instead of just Versteeg's goal. By the way, Judd and Troy cracked up when Versteeg missed his chance in the SO. Apparently he had an open net, missed, and grabbed his head in a "Why, God, why?!!" sort of way. It was funny hearing them discuss that with him after the game. I'll have to watch the full shootout when I feel this computer can handle it.
Final thought: I like their new (3rd alt.) jerseys. Maybe I'll get one? Everyday I enter to win a jersey through their text service. I want a Hossa jersey!
I have not seen ANY Minnesota Wild games yet. Their one game against the Blackhawks was not televised. I wanted to watch them because they have Havlat :( But I guess when/if I move to MN I will have plenty of opportunities to watch them! I was glad to hear this morning Ebbett had the game winning goal for the Wild in their game yesterday against the Predators. I miss him dearly and it warmed my heart to see him make such an important goal.
In ATL news, they played the Panthers Monday night. You know what happened? Ballard took out his own goalie!!!!!!!!! He was mad that he couldn't stop a puck from going into the net, so he swung his stick at the post and ended up slashing Vokoun! Apparently not knowing what happened, Ballard then swung his stick again, this time breaking it on the post. Still not knowing he took down Vokoun, he skated away. Ok, how did he not know he hit the goalie? Surely there's a different feel to a goalie's head and a goal post. And Vokoun going down and grabbing his head in the net should have been a big indicator that something was not right. What I "loved" about the whole thing was there seemed to be more Thrashers gathering around Vokoun than his own teammates. Gah, I love the Thrashers so much. They are so caring! Not to mention fun to watch and full of surprises. So so so so so glad I adopted them this season XD
And then there is Alex Ovechkin who I kind of love/hate. Yesterday at work somebody found a newspaper and I took it home because it had an article about Ovie plus the Panther's article. Haven't read either yet, but of course I saw both game highlights. I haven't seen much of the Caps, but I have heard a lot of Ovechkin being a tough component who seems to be reckless at times. His knee on knee collision with Gleason was unecessary; He could have avoided that. It ircked me when the coach said he should not have been suspended; He would have made a different call. Clearly Ovie knew what he was doing, everybody could see that, and I wish the coach would have been truthful. If Alex was not his player, he would have said he did deserve a two-game suspension, I just know it.
Burish is scheduled to come back sometime in March and Bolland should be back in about 16 weeks. Hooray!
Ok, so Versteeg scored goal #1, short-handed, and I guess he dragged it NOT ONCE, BUT TWICE! haha *Looking for video* I think that was his second shortie of the season, 6th total for the team, and they are ranked #1 in short-handed goals. No more scoring in the first.
Second period saw Vermette and Pahlsson score; Pahlsson's first of the season, so good for him! Finally Sharp scored with 3ish minutes to go and it was his second PPG of the season, so good for him, too!
In the third, Russell scored 40 seconds into the game. A few minutes later the 'hawks responded and scored, tying it at 3. Keith was given credit, but I think it has since been changed to Toews' goal. Whatever, I'm just glad somebody scored!
Going into the shootout, it was mentioned that Versteeg has had 2 OT wins and as a team, the Blackhawks were 2-4(?) while the Jackets were 2-1. Hossa made the first goal in the shootout as the second shooter. Immediately after, Voracek answered with a goal. Then it just went on and on. There will soon be a movie out called "The Never Ending Shootout." This thing went on for ELEVEN ROUNDS.
It was so exciting :DDD Seabrook scored the winning goal and the whole UC went berzerk. What was as equally exciting was Joel Quenneville's 500th win! John, another radio man, said maybe the Aussie (Chelsea, a woman who sent an email about how she listens to Blackhawks games to WGN) brought us good luck. teehee. Also of note, but little importance, Judd (?) likes Ellen DeGeneres. hahaha Me too, bud.
With their 8th consecutive home-ice win:
Final score 4-3
My computer is being a horrible friend as usual, so here's all the game highlights instead of just Versteeg's goal. By the way, Judd and Troy cracked up when Versteeg missed his chance in the SO. Apparently he had an open net, missed, and grabbed his head in a "Why, God, why?!!" sort of way. It was funny hearing them discuss that with him after the game. I'll have to watch the full shootout when I feel this computer can handle it.
Final thought: I like their new (3rd alt.) jerseys. Maybe I'll get one? Everyday I enter to win a jersey through their text service. I want a Hossa jersey!
I have not seen ANY Minnesota Wild games yet. Their one game against the Blackhawks was not televised. I wanted to watch them because they have Havlat :( But I guess when/if I move to MN I will have plenty of opportunities to watch them! I was glad to hear this morning Ebbett had the game winning goal for the Wild in their game yesterday against the Predators. I miss him dearly and it warmed my heart to see him make such an important goal.
In ATL news, they played the Panthers Monday night. You know what happened? Ballard took out his own goalie!!!!!!!!! He was mad that he couldn't stop a puck from going into the net, so he swung his stick at the post and ended up slashing Vokoun! Apparently not knowing what happened, Ballard then swung his stick again, this time breaking it on the post. Still not knowing he took down Vokoun, he skated away. Ok, how did he not know he hit the goalie? Surely there's a different feel to a goalie's head and a goal post. And Vokoun going down and grabbing his head in the net should have been a big indicator that something was not right. What I "loved" about the whole thing was there seemed to be more Thrashers gathering around Vokoun than his own teammates. Gah, I love the Thrashers so much. They are so caring! Not to mention fun to watch and full of surprises. So so so so so glad I adopted them this season XD
And then there is Alex Ovechkin who I kind of love/hate. Yesterday at work somebody found a newspaper and I took it home because it had an article about Ovie plus the Panther's article. Haven't read either yet, but of course I saw both game highlights. I haven't seen much of the Caps, but I have heard a lot of Ovechkin being a tough component who seems to be reckless at times. His knee on knee collision with Gleason was unecessary; He could have avoided that. It ircked me when the coach said he should not have been suspended; He would have made a different call. Clearly Ovie knew what he was doing, everybody could see that, and I wish the coach would have been truthful. If Alex was not his player, he would have said he did deserve a two-game suspension, I just know it.
The Best Thursday This Week ;)
Besides not having to worry about anymore speeches and accounting quizzes, there's been some good news in the world of hockey! On my way home from school I received a text. I usually have nothing to do with my phone while I'm driving because it's not safe. I hate seeing people on their phones, period, but hate it even more when they're on their phones while driving. TEXTING while driving! Anyway, I looked to see who it was incase Dad wanted me to pick something up for supper or maybe a certain somebody wanted to go to lunch. To my surprise it was from contact:Blackhawks. My mind drew a blank as to what it could be about, and I couldn't resist reading it. I quote:
Also, it snowed :D
Hawks sign Patrick Kane & Jonathan Toews to 5-year deals; Duncan Keith inks a 13-year deal.My first reaction was 13 YEARS?! That's forever! haha Then I was just super stoked. I gave a speech about the Blackhawks today, and when I talked about Kane, I said, "...and I hope to see him stay with this team for many years to come." 5 years is pretty decent ;)
Also, it snowed :D
Monday, November 30, 2009
Sunday, November 29, 2009
Are you there, God? It's me, an Oilers fan.
Um, hello? Oilers? Are you awake? You know you have a game to play, right? You know you are a team that has to work together, yes? This isn't just for fun, do you understand? I wasted 20 minutes and a few gallons of gasoline driving around after work so I could listen to the rest of the 2nd period. Why? I had hope. There was hope because you were only down by two in the 2nd. Then what? You let the Canucks score to make it 6-3? No problem, I thought, it's possible to score three more in one period. But what do you do? Let them score to make it 7-3! [At this point I had the game on inside the house and] I couldn't finish listening to the game. I was not going to waste any more time.
But hey, congrats to Colin McDonald for his first NHL goal and Devan Dubnyk hitting the ice for the first time.
Final score 3-7
But hey, congrats to Colin McDonald for his first NHL goal and Devan Dubnyk hitting the ice for the first time.
Final score 3-7
Saturday, November 28, 2009
Thanksgiving Hangover; Afternoon Games Are NO GOOD
Can't believe what I saw yesterday. #@!$% W...T...F BLACKHAWKS?!! I don't even know what to say. How 'bout some good ol' silent treatment >:@
Thank you THRASHERS and COYOTES for not letting me down :|
I was very concerned watching the recap of the Thrashers game... I thought maybe all of my teams did lousy last night. That wasn't the case - They put me in a state of disbelief that was actually GOOD! Thrashers scoring 5 in the 3rd to win 6-4 against the Hurricanes = WOW. Thank goodness for that no-goal in the 2nd (Was it the 2nd?) "All of the sudden, we kept scoring," -Bryan Little. That's what I expected the 'hawks to do D: I don't know what to say about the Coyotes except please keep winning games.
Oilers... please start winning games.
Thank you THRASHERS and COYOTES for not letting me down :|
I was very concerned watching the recap of the Thrashers game... I thought maybe all of my teams did lousy last night. That wasn't the case - They put me in a state of disbelief that was actually GOOD! Thrashers scoring 5 in the 3rd to win 6-4 against the Hurricanes = WOW. Thank goodness for that no-goal in the 2nd (Was it the 2nd?) "All of the sudden, we kept scoring," -Bryan Little. That's what I expected the 'hawks to do D: I don't know what to say about the Coyotes except please keep winning games.
Oilers... please start winning games.
Thursday, November 26, 2009
I Am Thankful For...
... the entire Blackhawks team
... an almost entirely healthy team
... the addition of Madden and Hossa (sorry I ever questioned Hossa!! shame on me!!)
... Joel Quenneville
... Pat and Eddie!
... Rocky Wirtz
... Sarah Kustok (thanks for not giving every guy the impression that you want to sleep with them)
... the great people that record games at the UC
... the awesome radio announcers at WGN
... an almost entirely healthy team
... the addition of Madden and Hossa (sorry I ever questioned Hossa!! shame on me!!)
... Joel Quenneville
... Pat and Eddie!
... Rocky Wirtz
... Sarah Kustok (thanks for not giving every guy the impression that you want to sleep with them)
... the great people that record games at the UC
... the awesome radio announcers at WGN
Wednesday, November 25, 2009
Oh Nossa
I sort of agree with Stan (NHL Live) that Hossa should be benched until the Blackhawks lose. They're doing something right, why screw with the lines? Yes, they did good when Toews left, they did even better when he and Eager came back, now Ebbett is gone and they're still ok, but I don't know... I worry, that's all.
Tuesday, November 24, 2009
NHL Standings
Meant to post this Monday to have a bi-weekly update. Carolina is up to 5 wins, Toronto is at 4 wins :\ I am saddened by Edmonton's losses. The flu definitely had a part in this, but the number of injuries is definitely their scourge. (FML)
Haven't seen/listened to a Thrashers game lately, same with the Coyotes. I miss them!
Chicago 15-5-2
Edmonton 9-11-3
Atlanta 10-7-3
Phoenix 13-9-1
Haven't seen/listened to a Thrashers game lately, same with the Coyotes. I miss them!
Chicago 15-5-2
Edmonton 9-11-3
Atlanta 10-7-3
Phoenix 13-9-1
The Twins are Together Again
With both Sedins on the ice, I thought the Canucks would be on fire. Fact of the matter is, things started off pretty slow. In the back of my mind I thought the game would remain scoreless, at least until OT. Finally, in the third period, Bickell scored a magical goal, his first goal of the season! I was real happy to see that, not only because I wasn't sure if he would return after Saturday's *headice*, but also because I was afraid if he didn't score soon, he might go the way of Ebbett. (I say that because I don't know what his contract is like... Though Ebbett was doing fairly well, so I don't know who's decision it was for him to leave.) According to the recap on their website, it was his first goal since April 2007. I hope to see many more from Bryan Bickell! Another surprise was Niemi's second shutout. And this! (Better view @ :33) I really like Antti and am glad he gets some ice time. He's like, the number 2 #1, you know what I mean? It was great to hear that he stays late after practice - sometimes getting kicked off the ice, helps out around the place, and asks lots of questions. He truly wants to advance his skills and be a part of this team. When Khabibulin left, I thought maybe Huet would be #1 and Corey Crawford would be #2. That worried me. (Sorry Corey) I think sending Crawford back to the AHL was a wise move and maybe he can return, if not to the Blackhawks, than some other team, next season or the season after.
All in all, it was an ok game. Lots of scuffling. Every scuffle that was had, the camera went straight for Fraser. It made me laugh :D And what was with that premature horn blow? There were 7 seconds left, the horn said a short hello, and everybody stopped. I don't know if they thought the game was actually over, or if they knew they had a few seconds and were really confused. I was really confused... and amused. They continued play, so somebody must have yelled, "KEEP PLAYING!" or something.
Final score 1-0
All in all, it was an ok game. Lots of scuffling. Every scuffle that was had, the camera went straight for Fraser. It made me laugh :D And what was with that premature horn blow? There were 7 seconds left, the horn said a short hello, and everybody stopped. I don't know if they thought the game was actually over, or if they knew they had a few seconds and were really confused. I was really confused... and amused. They continued play, so somebody must have yelled, "KEEP PLAYING!" or something.
Final score 1-0
Sunday, November 22, 2009
Chicago Flu, Niko?
I was devastated when I heard Khabibulin wouldn't be in the net for the Oilers last night. Back problems? Probably saw what the Blackhawks did to Calgary, not to mention what they did at their last meeting. But, life goes on and I got to see what Jeff Deslauriers is like. Was kind of hoping to see his backup, the 20 year old rookie, but no such luck. So, let's see where the 'hawks were before the game started:
◊5 game win streak
◊Jumped from 20th to 11th in PPG in ONE GAME
◊2nd in face offs (compared to 23rd last year)
--Toews ranked 2nd & Madden 6th as FO leaders
◊Huet is now ranked 25th in SV% instead of 50th
◊Ebbett is now in Minnesota (please see above picture)
About 4 minutes into the game, Bickell was taken out by Penner as he (Bickell) attempted an open-ice hit. Hit the back of his head hard on the ice, but luckily remained conscious! Eddie mentioned that sometimes these helmets come off after a hit like that, so it was a good thing his straps held tight and his helmet stayed put. I noticed a lot of Oilers' passes were picked off by Blackhawks. They really need to work on that, among other things. I also noticed their benches are on the opposite end of where most benches are. And finally, I noticed someone wearing a red Khabibulin jersey before a commercial break and my heart fluttered with joy.
At the end of the 2nd, and I mean the end with 5 seconds left after a face off, it appeared Horcoff scored a goal, but upon review, the puck had not gone into the net when the players thought it did. They raised their hands in celebration, Horcoff saw the puck was still under Huet, he pushed it in, but at that time, well, there was no more time! The clock showed .01 seconds left, but whoever was in charge of that stop button pushed it too soon and it was called "no goal." I felt bad because by then it was 4-1.
Hey guess what! Fraser didn't fight! He almost did, but it was stopped before anything could actually happen.
My favorite play of the night was when Huet came out to play the puck. Usually I yell, "Get back in the net!" and hold my breath, but this time I thought it played out wonderfully. He came out as far as the middle of the face off circles, maybe even to the front, closed his legs (good move not leaving the garage door open) and escorted that puck out of the Chicago zone. Well done, my friend! I've said it before, but I will say it again with an added thought or two: I am sorry I ever doubted Cristobal Huet, the man from France! I adore his every save, I can't be mad when he lets one go in anymore, and he has such the sweetest voice. He has grown on me in a way never thought possible, so much so that I think he is my second favorite Blackhawks player. (Madden is #1, just decided;) I apologize for last season's "Ugh" attitude, but remember, I was all about the Bulin Wall.
Figured I'd leave with two quotes, one from Pat, one from Eddie:
Even when he shakes your hand, you know it's been shook! - Pat about coach Pat Quinn
Instead of calling me Eddie, they call my Heddie! - Eddie talking about god-only-knows-what when he visits Quebec City
(I also liked his enthusiam for "Thanksgiving Eve" I am with him on that boat!
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Final score 5-2
Oh yes, and now they're on a 6 game win streak (don't wanna look into Edmonton's lose streak number...) and Toews had his first multiple-score game this season.
I also forgot to mention that I love Huet and Kopecky's congratulatory ritual after a win :)))
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Another Beatdown
It's been a good week for high scoring games! Glad the Blackhawks are apart of this category. They have really improved their power plays; tally was 4 tonight. If I remember correctly (don't hold your breath), they were struggling with scoring during PP's when the season started. As of late however... Yowza. They made two impressive goals within 36 seconds, and one of those was a PP goal. I believe the second one involved a sweet no-look backhand by Keith.
Finally, after six goals, McElhinney was put into the net where he only allowed one to go in. Huet, oh boy, he only allowed one to go in the whole game. This equals five straight wins for him. I must be totally girly right now and say it was totally adorable the way he ever so carefully poked the puck from behind him to make sure it wouldn't go in if he moved his legs, even though the whistle had blown.
As a team, they had a season high of five goals in one period. I betchya Calgary is NOT looking forward to their next meeting. First that game where the Blackhawks overcame a 5 point deficit to win 6-5 (forced to listen to it on the radio... breath-taking nontheless), and now this! I can't forget to mention Birthday Boy did score a goal. What a nice present, huh?
What's up with Fraser and all these fights? Did Carli call him weak and now he's out to prove himself? I don't get it...
My favorite guys of the night were Pat and Eddie. They used words like "tookus; shellacking; YIPPEE!; ringy-dingy" and I died at the Comcast plug. (A ding for every time Comcast was mentioned) XD And then Eddie commenting on the little boy who "double barrelled" his popcorn was too much.
Final score 7-1
There weren't any good pictures [I wanted to take from nhl.com], so here's one of Jeremy Piven. I don't know anything about him; Is he a Calgary or a Chicago fan?
Finally, after six goals, McElhinney was put into the net where he only allowed one to go in. Huet, oh boy, he only allowed one to go in the whole game. This equals five straight wins for him. I must be totally girly right now and say it was totally adorable the way he ever so carefully poked the puck from behind him to make sure it wouldn't go in if he moved his legs, even though the whistle had blown.
As a team, they had a season high of five goals in one period. I betchya Calgary is NOT looking forward to their next meeting. First that game where the Blackhawks overcame a 5 point deficit to win 6-5 (forced to listen to it on the radio... breath-taking nontheless), and now this! I can't forget to mention Birthday Boy did score a goal. What a nice present, huh?
What's up with Fraser and all these fights? Did Carli call him weak and now he's out to prove himself? I don't get it...
My favorite guys of the night were Pat and Eddie. They used words like "tookus; shellacking; YIPPEE!; ringy-dingy" and I died at the Comcast plug. (A ding for every time Comcast was mentioned) XD And then Eddie commenting on the little boy who "double barrelled" his popcorn was too much.
Final score 7-1
There weren't any good pictures [I wanted to take from nhl.com], so here's one of Jeremy Piven. I don't know anything about him; Is he a Calgary or a Chicago fan?
Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Autographs and Theodore
Don't know when the XM radio started working in my car, but flipping through channels this morning I realized stations were coming through! Of course I went on a search mission to find NHL. Didn't take long to find, and when I tuned in, they were discussing autographs: Standing in line for hours, paying money for a scribble, and selling autographs on eBay. Now, I don't know where I stand when it comes to autographs. I used to be into them, but one day I was like, What's the big deal? It's a name written with marker. That's it. You're not gaining 1/100000000th possession of their soul when a player signs his name. You're getting isopropanol and resin drawn on a piece of paper, wood, or fabric by a human hand. You may love said human hand, but why spend money on such a thing? I wouldn't mind getting autographs, but I'm not going to wait hours in the rain, nor am I going to dish out any money! To make a long story short, I'd much prefer a picture. You can make copies that have the same meaning, in case you lose the original, whereas if you photocopy or take a picture of an autograph and then lose the original, the copy doesn't have as much significance.
As for the players that don't sign things because they think they'll be sold online, what's it matter to them? Is it because they won't reap the rewards? As if they're not getting enough rewards already!
All that was on the way to school. Uh, it even repeated on the way home... But what really got my attention [on the way home] was that Jose Theodore has taken time away from the Washington Capitals for personal reasons. The host made it sound like it was in connection with his son's death. That was in August, so I have to wonder what would be going on with him now, three months later. It's nobody's business what's going on in his life, but at the same time I would like to know, or atleast have a slight idea, what caused him to leave.
As for the players that don't sign things because they think they'll be sold online, what's it matter to them? Is it because they won't reap the rewards? As if they're not getting enough rewards already!
All that was on the way to school. Uh, it even repeated on the way home... But what really got my attention [on the way home] was that Jose Theodore has taken time away from the Washington Capitals for personal reasons. The host made it sound like it was in connection with his son's death. That was in August, so I have to wonder what would be going on with him now, three months later. It's nobody's business what's going on in his life, but at the same time I would like to know, or atleast have a slight idea, what caused him to leave.
Monday, November 16, 2009
Sunday, November 15, 2009
The Hockey Gods Were Smiling Down On Us
I should sign up for those game-reminder text alerts... I almost missed the game! Thank God I decided to color my hair tonight (after having it sit in my room for a month) a little after 6:30 AND turn on the television instead of listen to my iPod as per the usual. Missed the first 5 or 6 minutes, therefore missed Sopel's goal, but I had the [dis]pleasure of watching Heatley's goal.
I don't know what can be said about Huet's save against Setoguchi's wrist shot. One of the replays appeared to show the puck crossing the line ever so slightly, but all the other angles made it impossible to tell. It was sort of strange that they blew the whistle after the puck was still in play and sent down to San Jose's end. I would guess some, if not all, of the Sharks players voiced their opinions, causing a referee to finally put a stop to the play and get a review. Or maybe all the players stopped playing in utter confusion, causing the refs to blow the whistle.
I was so happy to see Seabrook and Hjalmarsson get the 1 and 2 spot in the stars selection. I think Hjalmarsson wants to get noticed for the Swedish Olympic hockey team. That would be so great if he made it. Maybe I haven't been paying close attention, but I heard his name more times tonight than I can remember, and usually I don't hear too much being said about him. And what a great OT win by Seabrook. What? 41 seconds in? I was secretly hoping for a shootout, but I am glad it ended early. Gave me more time to stand in the rain waiting for puppy to go potty :| WHICH HE NEVER DID!!
Oh right, Final score 4-3
Can't wait to see them play the Oilers this Saturday!
I don't know what can be said about Huet's save against Setoguchi's wrist shot. One of the replays appeared to show the puck crossing the line ever so slightly, but all the other angles made it impossible to tell. It was sort of strange that they blew the whistle after the puck was still in play and sent down to San Jose's end. I would guess some, if not all, of the Sharks players voiced their opinions, causing a referee to finally put a stop to the play and get a review. Or maybe all the players stopped playing in utter confusion, causing the refs to blow the whistle.
I was so happy to see Seabrook and Hjalmarsson get the 1 and 2 spot in the stars selection. I think Hjalmarsson wants to get noticed for the Swedish Olympic hockey team. That would be so great if he made it. Maybe I haven't been paying close attention, but I heard his name more times tonight than I can remember, and usually I don't hear too much being said about him. And what a great OT win by Seabrook. What? 41 seconds in? I was secretly hoping for a shootout, but I am glad it ended early. Gave me more time to stand in the rain waiting for puppy to go potty :| WHICH HE NEVER DID!!
Oh right, Final score 4-3
Can't wait to see them play the Oilers this Saturday!
More Thrashers
Well, shit. Had I actually read that recap earlier, I would have noticed the ATL/EDM game was this afternoon. FML!
I was torn between who I wanted to see win, but in the end I am glad it was the Thrashers. I mean, I mostly watch the Oilers because Khabibulin is the goal tender. They are a pretty good team and I do enjoy watching them, but if it wasn't for the Bulin Wall, I probably would have little interest in them.
Speaking of G's, I see Moose was back in the net today. Perhaps Ondrej needed a break, eh? That's alright. I like him too.
Boy was dancin' in the goal. (There's never a question of why he is so awesome.)
Yay! Kozlov finally scored a goal!
I was torn between who I wanted to see win, but in the end I am glad it was the Thrashers. I mean, I mostly watch the Oilers because Khabibulin is the goal tender. They are a pretty good team and I do enjoy watching them, but if it wasn't for the Bulin Wall, I probably would have little interest in them.
Speaking of G's, I see Moose was back in the net today. Perhaps Ondrej needed a break, eh? That's alright. I like him too.
Boy was dancin' in the goal. (There's never a question of why he is so awesome.)
Yay! Kozlov finally scored a goal!
Maybe My First Born Will Be Named Kovalchuk, Be It Boy or Girl
AMAZING.
I soooo love watching the Thrashers play. They certainly kicked asses and took names at Friday's home game against the Kings, hoowee! I mean it, too. A five on five fight broke out and I was waiting for the goalies to get involved in the brawl! This was another instance where I was watching the 'Hawks and saw ATL's score scroll across the bottom. When I saw the game was on yesterday, I had to watch it, I just had to.
I missed the first goal because I was frantically gathering my things to make it to a baby shower, but luckily my vcr kicked in right before then so I saw it today ;) Two beautiful goals to start off the second period, which until then had been 0-0. The third one was labeled a "bad goal", so Quick was pulled and Ersberg was in for LA. Though this was televised by FSW, all the talk was on Pavelec, and rightly so. FIRST NHL SHUTOUT!!
I am so proud. Even though I knew the outcome, there was a split second in the 3rd, after he got hit in the thigh by a speeding puck, that I was like, "Oh no! Don't leave the game! You have to go for your first shutout!" Then I realized what I had said and didn't talk to myself for the rest of the game. Anyway, I think Lehtonen should be #2 when he comes back. Or if he comes back, geez. Seriously... Pavs is amazing. Losing masks, mind-blowing shutouts, impregnating a room full of women just by walking past the door... Good god. The best part of the game was when there was a minute or less left in the 3rd and the guys were putting Kozlov in front of the net to try and get his first goal of the season. That's a true team if I ever saw one. Brotherly love. Yes. Oh, hey, what's this I hear about nobody wanting Afinogenov?! He was great Friday night and I am glad he was not sent back to Russia, as the announcers made it sound like was a possibility before the season started. He's already had 6 goals this season, so what's the prob?
Enough of my mindless chit-chat, here's a recap.
Final score 7-0
True thrasher fashion
Wait wait wait. One more thing. They have a home game against the Oilers tonight. If I heard correctly, the Thrashers will be staying in a hotel to act like it is an away game since they seem to be doing better in their away games. After last night, I wonder if they kept their reservations!
FINAL thought: Bogo is 19?! Dude looks old.
I soooo love watching the Thrashers play. They certainly kicked asses and took names at Friday's home game against the Kings, hoowee! I mean it, too. A five on five fight broke out and I was waiting for the goalies to get involved in the brawl! This was another instance where I was watching the 'Hawks and saw ATL's score scroll across the bottom. When I saw the game was on yesterday, I had to watch it, I just had to.
I missed the first goal because I was frantically gathering my things to make it to a baby shower, but luckily my vcr kicked in right before then so I saw it today ;) Two beautiful goals to start off the second period, which until then had been 0-0. The third one was labeled a "bad goal", so Quick was pulled and Ersberg was in for LA. Though this was televised by FSW, all the talk was on Pavelec, and rightly so. FIRST NHL SHUTOUT!!
I am so proud. Even though I knew the outcome, there was a split second in the 3rd, after he got hit in the thigh by a speeding puck, that I was like, "Oh no! Don't leave the game! You have to go for your first shutout!" Then I realized what I had said and didn't talk to myself for the rest of the game. Anyway, I think Lehtonen should be #2 when he comes back. Or if he comes back, geez. Seriously... Pavs is amazing. Losing masks, mind-blowing shutouts, impregnating a room full of women just by walking past the door... Good god. The best part of the game was when there was a minute or less left in the 3rd and the guys were putting Kozlov in front of the net to try and get his first goal of the season. That's a true team if I ever saw one. Brotherly love. Yes. Oh, hey, what's this I hear about nobody wanting Afinogenov?! He was great Friday night and I am glad he was not sent back to Russia, as the announcers made it sound like was a possibility before the season started. He's already had 6 goals this season, so what's the prob? Enough of my mindless chit-chat, here's a recap.
Final score 7-0
Wait wait wait. One more thing. They have a home game against the Oilers tonight. If I heard correctly, the Thrashers will be staying in a hotel to act like it is an away game since they seem to be doing better in their away games. After last night, I wonder if they kept their reservations!
FINAL thought: Bogo is 19?! Dude looks old.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
Pride
A couple days ago, over at IWP, somebody asked why we were proud of our teams. I thought for a moment and could not come up with anything. Obviously this is because their three recent losses were fresh on my mind and I could only see the cup as half empty. All I could comment on was the Oilers 4/5 power play goals that night. But I have thought a little harder, and now I can say:
I am proud of my team for being NUMBER ONE IN THE CENTRAL DIVISION.
I am proud of my team being 8th in the whole league.
I am proud of Brouwer and Ebbett for stepping up their game; making clean hits (Brouw) and scoring goals.
I am proud of Huet for redeeming himself everytime I doubt him.
I am proud of Sharp for being nominated Sexiest Athlete!
I don't think this is considered pride, but I am definitely glad to see Toews and Eager back in the line-up.
Now I'd better start thinking of the things I am thankful for so I can be ready for Thanksgiving :)
I am proud of my team for being NUMBER ONE IN THE CENTRAL DIVISION.
I am proud of my team being 8th in the whole league.
I am proud of Brouwer and Ebbett for stepping up their game; making clean hits (Brouw) and scoring goals.
I am proud of Huet for redeeming himself everytime I doubt him.
I am proud of Sharp for being nominated Sexiest Athlete!
I don't think this is considered pride, but I am definitely glad to see Toews and Eager back in the line-up.
Now I'd better start thinking of the things I am thankful for so I can be ready for Thanksgiving :)
Whoa...
Detroit. Wow. I think half the team scored a goal on Wednesday against the Blue Jackets. How embarrassing. I didn't watch the game, but watching the Blackhawks game I noticed their 9-1 win scroll on the bottom of the screen. At first I thought it might have been a 5 since I was not wearing my glasses and I was watching the "tiny" tv, but upon closer inspection it was indeed a 9. How the heck did that happen? Does CBJ not have a backup-backup goalie? I would have thrown him in!
I am at a loss for words.
I am at a loss for words.
Monday, November 9, 2009
NHL Standings
Holy God, the Hurricanes are on a 6 game losing streak. They have won 2 out of 16 games. That breaks my heart. So does the fact that the Maple Leafs have only won 3 out of 15. (But not so much because I don't care much for the Leafs)
Chicago 8-5-2
Edmonton 8-8-1
Atlanta 7-6-1
Phoenix 10-7-0
I find it hard to digest that the Coyotes are doing so well and they still are struggling with attendance.
Chicago 8-5-2
Edmonton 8-8-1
Atlanta 7-6-1
Phoenix 10-7-0
I find it hard to digest that the Coyotes are doing so well and they still are struggling with attendance.
BIG SAVE, KHABIBULIN!
Where to begin? Well, the Oilers made four out of five power play goals.(Comrie, Gilbert, Penner, Potulny) That is something to be proud of, mos def. I think they could have made all five had Cogliano scored a few seconds earlier than 16:40. Good job on Gilbert for scoring his first of the season; at the blue line, no less.
Things to note: Icing was not called at one point in the second period, and according to the announcers, it was pretty obvious the puck was iced.
Scott Hannan got a puck to the face. Yep, it missed Stastny who was not wearing a helmet and went straight for the guy who was wearing one. Stastny dodged a bullet there!
The announcers seemed to struggle with "Cumiskey." I heard COMB-iskey, comb-ISKEY, even Cumsky. Not that difficult, fellas.
So, with a final score of 5-3, the Oilers ended the Avalanche's 6-0 home game win streak. It also ended the Oilers' 3 game losing streak. Yay.
Things to note: Icing was not called at one point in the second period, and according to the announcers, it was pretty obvious the puck was iced.
Scott Hannan got a puck to the face. Yep, it missed Stastny who was not wearing a helmet and went straight for the guy who was wearing one. Stastny dodged a bullet there!
The announcers seemed to struggle with "Cumiskey." I heard COMB-iskey, comb-ISKEY, even Cumsky. Not that difficult, fellas.
So, with a final score of 5-3, the Oilers ended the Avalanche's 6-0 home game win streak. It also ended the Oilers' 3 game losing streak. Yay.
Sunday, November 8, 2009
WHY?!!
I was real excited about watching the Oilers/Avalance game tonight because 1) Yay Oilers 2) The Avs have been doing very well & I wanted to see how they faired, but of course I got the message For ordering information, please call customer service, ext. 721. Gah, I hate when they do that! Sometimes I get a channel, but other times it just is not available. I wish they would stop toying with me and find a way to label what programs won't be available.
Guess I'll see if they're playing on the radio.
[INSTANT UPDATE] Yes, they're on the radio, but it doesn't start 'til 8. Good, because I have homework due tonight that I have yet to complete. Bad, because it's the season finale of Mad Men and that starts at 9!
[UPDATE] 8:00 wasn't central time... silly me.
Guess I'll see if they're playing on the radio.
[INSTANT UPDATE] Yes, they're on the radio, but it doesn't start 'til 8. Good, because I have homework due tonight that I have yet to complete. Bad, because it's the season finale of Mad Men and that starts at 9!
[UPDATE] 8:00 wasn't central time... silly me.
I <3 Pat & Eddie
I love listening to Pat and Eddie announcing Blackhawks games, especially when they kind of stray away from talking about hockey. In last night's game, Eddie asked Pat if the other players, when trying to get Andrew Ebbett's attention, yell, "HEY EBBETT!" à la Abbott & Costello. That was a wonderful thought on Eddie's part & made me love him even more. (I love A & C and they don't get enough references)
To continue with yesterday's side note, Dorsett seems to be fine because I just saw him playing in a replay from tonight's game. So... good.
To continue with yesterday's side note, Dorsett seems to be fine because I just saw him playing in a replay from tonight's game. So... good.
Saturday, November 7, 2009
The Most Beautiful Man in the World
Maybe, maybe not, but there's no denying Zach Bogosian has the best eyebrows of any man I have ever seen. I only wish my brows would arch like that.
On a side note, I want to know how Derek Dorsett is doing after that nasty hit he took from Hainsey. Can't find anything except "He didn't return to the game." Real helpful. Thanks. Seriously, when I saw him on all fours, dragging his head on the ice, I thought he had gone brain-dead right then and there. I was glad to see Hainsey go over to him and see if he was alright. I knew I liked him for something other than his name :)
On a side note, I want to know how Derek Dorsett is doing after that nasty hit he took from Hainsey. Can't find anything except "He didn't return to the game." Real helpful. Thanks. Seriously, when I saw him on all fours, dragging his head on the ice, I thought he had gone brain-dead right then and there. I was glad to see Hainsey go over to him and see if he was alright. I knew I liked him for something other than his name :)
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Happy Father's Day?
It was interesting to see some of the Blackhawks players' dads. I always wonder what these guys' fathers look like. I wish they would have shown more of them!
Anyway, I had a few problems with tonight's game at Phoenix, the first being the call on Kopecky for goal tender interference. Bryzgalov was out of the blue and pretty much interfered with Kopecky. Second, a few times there were 4 Blackhawks covering the net + goalie and a lone Coyote still managed to make it through all of them for a goal. Twice. And then Fraser scored that soccer goal which didn't count, bringing the score back down to 1-3. I think kicks should count. At some point Eddie was going over a play-gone-bad and said Sharp (I think it was Sharp) needed to know when there's going to be a shot on goal to prevent these types of things from occuring. It's that simple, right? He should have known not to go down past the net... he should have gone left towards the front, of course! Eddie, no. Finally, I didn't know Hendry was playing until he got a two minute penalty, which I assume was for tripping. Oh, one final thing. I am a bit worried that there were the same amount of 'Hawks fans as there were Coyotes fans. I hate seeing their arena so empty.
On a positive note, there was no fighting. A little shoving here and there, but nothing major.
Final score 3-1
Anyway, I had a few problems with tonight's game at Phoenix, the first being the call on Kopecky for goal tender interference. Bryzgalov was out of the blue and pretty much interfered with Kopecky. Second, a few times there were 4 Blackhawks covering the net + goalie and a lone Coyote still managed to make it through all of them for a goal. Twice. And then Fraser scored that soccer goal which didn't count, bringing the score back down to 1-3. I think kicks should count. At some point Eddie was going over a play-gone-bad and said Sharp (I think it was Sharp) needed to know when there's going to be a shot on goal to prevent these types of things from occuring. It's that simple, right? He should have known not to go down past the net... he should have gone left towards the front, of course! Eddie, no. Finally, I didn't know Hendry was playing until he got a two minute penalty, which I assume was for tripping. Oh, one final thing. I am a bit worried that there were the same amount of 'Hawks fans as there were Coyotes fans. I hate seeing their arena so empty.
On a positive note, there was no fighting. A little shoving here and there, but nothing major.
Final score 3-1
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
In the News
-Hockey teams for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver will begin to be announced at the start of January.
-Winter Classic coverage will begin December 31st.
Get your couches ready!
-Winter Classic coverage will begin December 31st.
Get your couches ready!
And Good Morning to You!
A quick hello and I just wanted to congratulate the Thrashers on their win tonight. Of course DirecTV would not allow me to watch this game, so I had to listen to it on the online radio. Bravo, announcers, bravo. Them boys paint a pretty picture with them words. And kudos to Popovic and Little for their first goals as Thrashers! I was worried at 3-3 and then 4-4, but Pavs, OMG. I wish I could have seen what the heck was going on! There was a lot of hootin' and hollerin' from that once announcer... his name escapes me... but it was sure fun to listen to. Here's to many more victories.
Final score 5-4
Final score 5-4
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