Dolfan in NYC 12,541 Posted April 12, 2016 GET READY FOR THE YEAR OF THE RAT! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dewar 2,068 Posted April 12, 2016 I set up "DVDVR Playoff Pool" on nhl.com for anyone who wants to join. http://bracketchallenge.nhl.com/?intcmpid=bc2016_rr_plyfmdl#/league/194144 Password: phaneuf If that doesn't work, PM me your e-mail address, and I can manually invite you to the pool. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Death From Above 3,656 Posted April 12, 2016 Man, if Stamkos doesn't come back it means your four options for one of the east final spots are a Stamkos-less Tampa, Detroit, Florida, or a Halak-less Islanders (good luck with that). That's as close to a bye in a conference final as is realistically feasible. The other half of the east bracket is going to be so damn fun though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oyaji 6,916 Posted April 12, 2016 Holy shit, I was looking for Justin Bourne's blog to see how he was picking the playoff winners and just found out he was hired as an assistant coach for the Marlies. That's really neat! But I'll miss reading his thoughts on hockey. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoffman 268 Posted April 13, 2016 If the Blues actually make it past the first round, I'll consider their season a complete success. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie M. 1,849 Posted April 14, 2016 This Tampa vs Detroit game has been fun! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oyaji 6,916 Posted April 14, 2016 Nice attempted charge by Zetterberg at the end of the game. He went out of his way to jump up and hit Callahan in the head. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Man Known as Dan 3,296 Posted April 14, 2016 I can't fucking wait to hear the "Elliot proved he's not a good enough goalie in the playoffs!" talk after this series when the Blues manage about 18 shots per game this series. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RIPPA 28,798 Posted April 14, 2016 As soon as Henry took the stick to the eye and immediately gave up a goal I knew it was time to go to bed I was right Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dewar 2,068 Posted April 14, 2016 Elliot stole that game for St. Louis last night. If their gameplan is that Chicago will get 30+ shots and score zero goals every game, they are fucked. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
odessasteps 10,803 Posted April 14, 2016 Rangers recall G Magnus hellberg after lundqvist injury as precaution. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Death From Above 3,656 Posted April 14, 2016 Really hope Lundqvist is okay. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RIPPA 28,798 Posted April 14, 2016 I never expected the Rangers to beat the Pens so it's not the most distressing news in the short term. Obviously a major eye injury would be an issue long term but the team believes it isn't serious The wacky layout of the series also helps as the next game isn't till Saturday and then there is two days off after that game too. So ideally he only misses one game max Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Josh Mann 2,065 Posted April 15, 2016 Tavares was all man and a yard wide. Tip your hat, get em tomorrow. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie M. 1,849 Posted April 15, 2016 Kings/Sharks is going to be a hell of a series. I'm already all in on these playoffs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WholeFnMachine 230 Posted April 15, 2016 Really great gutsy, resilient win by the Isles last night, Tavares was full on & went HAM. I just hope the goal tending holds up and they can shore up their D. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oyaji 6,916 Posted April 15, 2016 Is it just me or does anybody else find regional broadcasts in the playoffs incredibly bush league? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sabremike 2,096 Posted April 16, 2016 27 minutes ago, Oyaji said: Is it just me or does anybody else find regional broadcasts in the playoffs incredibly bush league? I may be wrong but I think the NBA has them as well as I can remember Knicks playoff games a few years back on MSG. Think the local broadcasts are only for the opening rounds. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sabremike 2,096 Posted April 16, 2016 Really want the Isles to pull this off because I'll be at game 3 and want an insane atmosphere. If they are up 2-0 going for the kill the place will be batshit crazy on Sunday. Also have my friend's ticket to game 4 in Philly. Would've went to game 3 but have to work the next morning and it takes about 5 hours to get from Philly back to Brewster. Really wish I could've been at game 3 because that will likely go down as the most memorable and emotional moment of this round. I am not a betting man but if I was I'd bet anything on the Flyers winning that game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Josh Mann 2,065 Posted April 16, 2016 He is a certified BJUG and a bonafide STAD. And you can't teach that! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie M. 1,849 Posted April 16, 2016 1 hour ago, Oyaji said: Is it just me or does anybody else find regional broadcasts in the playoffs incredibly bush league? NBA does it when they shaft some series to NBA TV. I don't mind it EXCEPT when you flip from one game to another and it's jarring to go from more neutral announcers to Pang. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
odessasteps 10,803 Posted April 16, 2016 Jeff Marek is on the new episode of our podcast talking Stanley Cup round 1, junior playoff and memorial cup preview, Ed Snider and Blackjack Mulligan. http://Tinyurl.com/winter30 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oyaji 6,916 Posted April 16, 2016 Tank legend. Err, not so fast. I knew when Pang said it's close that it was going back on the Blues. Hopefully Tank scores again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oyaji 6,916 Posted April 16, 2016 Wow, that's all sorts of greasy. The goal is called off due to St. Louis being offside by a blonde woman's pubic hair and then a jam goal after a broken stick slash call on Tank. Fuuuuuu. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sabremike 2,096 Posted April 16, 2016 If the Blues lose this game eldaniel has my permission to break anything and anyone within 500 yards of him. Just... ugh. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
