Pick Your Poison: Potential Playoff Opponents
by Mr. Plank on Apr 5, 2010 9:06 AM PDT
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The time really has flown by hasn't it?
Last year it seemed as if I was emotionally prepared for the playoffs in January. Each game leading up to April was nothing but a stepping stone-- the days sort of bled into one long dance with the devil, where I would pretend to be focused on the game at hand but inevitably stray into dreams of Patrick Marleau lifting the Stanley Cup above his head as the HP Pavilion crowd roared above him. Losses and wins came and went, the silky symphony of hope humming it's tune for nearly two months.
This year, it's been different. The losses have cut more, the wins have tasted more sweet. The ups and downs have been like a wave from the sea, carrying me along this ride. I think that's a good thing really-- staying in the moment is probably the best route to take. It keeps you grounded, even when you are at the mercy of something out of your control.
Last night was the first night when it really hit me. The playoffs are in one week. Seven days from now we will be picking up our emotional battle axes and going toe to toe with an opposing fanbase, and probably duking it out with demons inside of our own souls. I knew this day would come cognitively-- a calendar is a calendar, it really has no intentions of lying to you. I flipped it to April and understood what that meant.
But my heart? My heart was surprised by the force it was hit with at 10:47 PM. This is the real deal right now. There's no time left to try and brace yourself, mentally prepare for something you can't possibly prepare for. In one week we will all lose our goddamn minds. We will become animals, addicts, looking for meaning in the utter chaos of random chance and emotional variance.
It's the best feeling in the world.
I sat down with all intentions of breaking down the post-Olympic numbers in some thought out article with serious analysis-- and I have some bullet points after the jump-- but right now, go with your gut in the poll. Whoever San Jose ends up drawing doesn't really matter. Of course it does. It most definitely does. But what if it doesn't? The desired result is four wins no matter who is staring down Joe Thornton at center ice, no matter who Douglas Murray is pasting across the boards. Score more goals than the other guys. Simple.
It's really the best feeling in the world.
What we have here is similar to a study from earlier this season-- all I'm doing is re-ranking San Jose's potential first round opponents according to winning percentage since the Olympics. Let's take a look:
- Oh Detroit. How I would love for San Jose to slay that beast in the first round. But I am scared of you. You have handled San Jose well this year, and have been historically dominant at Joe Louis Arena for nearly the entire Sharks history (with all due respect to Jamie Baker's heroics). Franzen, Lidstrom, Datsyuk, Zetterberg, Cleary, Holmstrom, Rafalski... the list goes on and on. I need to avoid you like the plague.
- Ah yes, Nashville. So glad of you to join us once again this season. The whipping boy of postseason's past. But you've kind of grown up now haven't you? Shea Weber is now a man, able to stand up next to a mountain and chop it down with the edge of his hand. There's something about you that I don't quite trust, despite all of the success I have had against you in the past. The blueline is really good, and the forward group you have amassed is underrated. Barry Trotz is one of the most unheralded coaches of recent memory despite getting everything out of his rag tag outfit. I would wearily accept your challenge.
- Calgary. So nice to meet you again. This year you've fallen on hard times, and Jarome Iginla is not quite the shining beacon of success and dominance he used to be. Rene Bourque has helped to fill that spot admirably though, and there's always that sexiness of a potential Flames matchup filled with low scoring games and physical play along the boards. To say nothing of the blueline. I know you guys have underperformed all season, but behind a resurgence from Miikka Kiprusoff, I still have faith in you. I know what Regehr and Bouwmeester are capable of, especially if HTML stays together and Sutter decides to hard match all series. Do you get it done? No, I don't think your forward group is up to it. But can I really ever count you out? I would wearily accept your challenge.
- The earthquake in Southern California following the Kings making the playoffs... well, I'm just not so sure how to feel about that. Some may see it as a bad omen, but I think it's a sign that it may have upset the balance of nature. These things just aren't supposed to happen. The sky is blue, the grass is green, the Kings are still supposed to be rebuilding. Hell, I had you penciled in since the third game of the year, but seeing an "x" next to your name on the Conference standings looks more like a map for buried treasure than a confirmed postseason spot. I have some awful feelings about hockey karma coming into play here, along with the prospect of facing another California team in the first round, and yet... I would accept your challenge.
- Colorado. There's some history here. Granted we can't rely on Teemu Selanne to miss a wraparound goal to break our hearts, but your quick forward group has proved it would be able to. Matt Duchene is an angel from on high, and I'd probably have to write a post apologizing for hating his guts for two weeks in the event we were blessed with a matchup. And yet, something tells me this is a good one for San Jose. You have been slipping since the Olympic Break, Craig Anderson is running out of gas. The first period last night gave me hope, and the second period took that away. Was that by your design, or was it a product of San Jose's own demons? I tend to side with the latter. I would happily accept your challenge.
With the Chicago Blackhawks looking like they may have figured it out finally, a two seed is still a distinct possibility-- if both San Jose and Chicago win out, the Blackhawks pick up the top seed in the West due to tiebreaker. Right now, the first seed is partially out of San Jose's control.
That puts a matchup with Detroit right back into the spotlight, because Los Angeles is only a point out from sixth with a game in hand. Frightening really.
Outside of the Red Wings, San Jose should beat whoever they play in the first round on paper. It's getting them to execute right now that is the issue, and I couldn't tell you if that translates into the postseason this year. You couldn't tell you that. The trends aren't promising, but until game one, I guess we'll never know.
Give me Colorado and I'll be happy.
Go Sharks.
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ok fine, Colorado then
I was going to vote for Switzerland but apparently they won’t make the 8th spot. I too, Mr. Plank have been swooning high and despairing lowly with each passing game, comparing their efforts by period to what lies ahead. It was good to see Jumbo seemingly moving about pain-free. The Sharks didn’t play the whole game against the Avs and that was bothersome and yet do we want them to face Calgary or anyone else? Heck all I know is I’m ready for some playoffs. I quit drinking about 3 months ago so we’ll see how this goes.
GO SHARKS!
I'll drink that! oh...I'll drink TO that.
I’ve watched that kid since he was in the AHL coming up with the ’Yotes. Almost got a bobble head of his too.
As cold hearted as it sounds, he’s their X factor and has been since the change in scenery.
by ilooklikeafat16 on Apr 5, 2010 11:41 AM PDT up reply actions
Or as long as Blake is in the lineup.... ;)
by skilletboy on Apr 5, 2010 10:12 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
I think by taking the time to even vote in the poll implies that would be everyones first choice ;)
"San Jose is where I want to be at the end of the day, and there's an opportunity now to make it there. It is where my heart is." - Jamie McGinn, 2/22/10
Fear The Fin: Where Selling Your Soul Is The Likely Solution
by Mr. Plank on Apr 5, 2010 11:35 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Colorado!
It would be one hell of a battle, seeing how there’s “bad blood” between the two.
I was thinking about Calgary but their “C of Red” thing is annoying. Who we pick in the poll is what’s going to happen, right?
"I think people were ready to watch some hockey. We took up enough of everyone’s time."
-Jody Shelley after 87 seconds of hockey fighting against Cam Janssen
Aside from Blake breaking Mueller’s face, what bad blood is there? It’s been too long between match-ups for all but a few players on each team to remember each other from post seasons past. Aside from Foote and Marleau will anybody remember playing each other? Blake and Hannan might have been on opposite teams last time we squared off.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Okay maybe I just wanted to use a few cliches.
But if they did meet up the Av’s would be a challenge and every play would be a battle. Or maybe I’m just thinking of playoff hockey…
"I think people were ready to watch some hockey. We took up enough of everyone’s time."
-Jody Shelley after 87 seconds of hockey fighting against Cam Janssen
That’s just playoff hockey.
I’m probably more nervous this year than ever before going into the post season. One first round upset can really destroy a mans mind.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Aye. Last season I had a (what turned out to be) a false sense of security. This year I’m taking the post-Olympic play much more to heart.
"San Jose is where I want to be at the end of the day, and there's an opportunity now to make it there. It is where my heart is." - Jamie McGinn, 2/22/10
Fear The Fin: Where Selling Your Soul Is The Likely Solution
by Mr. Plank on Apr 5, 2010 11:38 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Nabby also
I'm warning you! I have ADHD and I know how to use it!!!
by Diamondback15 on Apr 5, 2010 9:13 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah but
I really did enjoy flipping off those visiting fans from Calgary waving those damn C flags when driving to the Tank
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
We should start rolling visiting fans in Guadalupe park after the games..! English football style …. Have some…um…. team socials…….
by skilletboy on Apr 5, 2010 10:15 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
that is some crazy shit...
Alright I have a great question…
If you had to go against a group of fans from a visiting NHL team, who would you want to face and who would you not want to face…?
Yes: Ducks fans, becuase there aren’t any…! zing…
No: Flyers fans scare me……
by skilletboy on Apr 5, 2010 1:20 PM PDT up reply actions
I agree.
I would also want to face the Coyotes.
I bet they’ll have some playoff games they won’t sell out.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
I think they will, they’re selling out regular season games right now.
Now, the Ducks, those wouldn’t be sell outs.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
I bet they will try the white-out again...
by skilletboy on Apr 5, 2010 1:58 PM PDT up reply actions
Great article as always Plank
Which is why I hope you, or anyone else takes my response in the wrong way.
I’m not voting in the poll because I don’t care who they face.
I’m assuming, at this point, if anyone asks anyone on the team this question, the response will be the fairly standard “they’re all tough matchups and we’re prepared for all of them, yada yada yada, cliche cliche cliche.”
To be frank, this team can not choose an “easy route” in the playoffs. If the team is being really honest with itself, it also has to say it can’t seriously be considered a favorite to win, not based on their current trend of play.
If this team is going to string together 16 wins in April, May and June, something has to change.
Last night was great in that the Sharks came back in the third, but honestly, to lose control of that game was inexcusable. The first COL goal changed the momentum. And many will say it was a bad luck goal. Probably true. I was listening on the radio at that point, so someone may have to correct me, but I don’t remember hearing Nabby tapping his stick indicating the player was coming out of the box. Clowe makes a pass up high, and Vlasic fans on his shot.
At that point in a game, at that point in a power play, the team HAS to be dialed in and make a 100% play. Nabby didn’t tap his stick, Vlasic didn’t make a sure shot, Clowe probably should keep the puck deep. No one there made an extraordinarily bad play, but no one made a particularly good play either. The team just isn’t playing sound hockey. Game winding down, going to OT to play for a win the team probably didn’t deserve. Clowe takes a penalty. Avs get a PP, seize momentum in OT and score.
In the regular season, that’s a loss. Ho hum, you move on. In the playoffs, you have to play the same team again in 2 nights, assuming you haven’t already lost 2 or 3 to them based on similar things happening.
I’m behind this team no matter what, but if they go beyond the first two rounds, I will consider it a pleasant surprise. I won’t be broken up or shocked if they made an early exit. Their overall play, and their current trend of play does not make them appear to be a serious contender.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Agreed
There is no easy route…well, at least we can’t choose an easy route. Representing the Western Conference in the Stanley Cup is going to mean a tough road with many hard battles. No one said this was going to be easy. But we can beat any team just as much as we can lose to any team.
I can’t wait to see it all unfold.
We just traded who for who?!
It pains me to admit, but I’ve also taken a similarly pragmatic view of this team and the upcoming postseason. I honestly don’t believe that subscribing to such beliefs makes us lesser fans than someone who blindly and ravenously follows his/her team through thick and thin, never questioning or considering the big picture in between the wins and losses throughout the season.
At the same time, there’s been a lot of good to go along with the subpar, disappointing, and just plain awful that we’ve seen from this team since the Olympics. Secondary scoring has remained alive, and considering the recent streakiness of HTML when they’re even together, I think the post-Olympic picture would look a lot more bleak without your Pavelskis, Malhotras, Clowes, and Coutures contributing on both ends of the ice.
Whatever the case, I will continue taking the rest of the season day by day, and approach the postseason from a similar perspective as you, Elvis. I challenge this team to prove us wrong.
..:Fear The Fin:..
by OtherKid on Apr 5, 2010 1:09 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
I may be stoned for this...
but I can’t just sit around and watch everyone just crap on the Sharks. I do realize that they are playing sub-par and there are many issues that need to be worked out. But what good is it to pick apart our team and just cry about it into the playoffs. The negativity won’t help one way or another. We’re not the players. It is their responsibility to play well and win. Don’t you think they realize they’re not playing well?
It seems rather uncertain and bleak right now because of their instability and I’m not blind to it. I’m not saying analyzing the way they play doesn’t make any of us more or less of a fan, but just as the Sharks can go into a slump they can get themselves out of it just as fast. I guess I may eat my words and die of agony if we do not get to where we want…but I can’t live in fear and negativity until the final results are posted. Life sucks enough without having to think of getting bounced and labeled chokers.
I will take this day to day and wait it out and see but either way I’ll be back next season ready to go. Gonna crawl back into my hole now. Have fun y’all.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:25 PM PDT up reply actions
Your theories intrigue me and I would like to subscribe to your newsletter.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Meh
don’t waste your time….its nonsensical and if you haven’t noticed….I apparently shat rainbows and potpurri and I love Sparkly Spam…yum. <—-see cuckoo if you subscribe to anyone subscribe to a10dency2ask…:D
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Oooh me
cause you’re my Ikea :)
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:58 PM PDT up reply actions
rofl oh man i’m using that now “you’re my Ikea.”
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:01 PM PDT up reply actions
Yea
I’m like Crate and Barrel…overpriced and full of fluff…he simplifies everything for a lower cost and less confusion :)
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions
i think there is no store that could sum me up…unless there was one that was a labyrinth, mixed with random junk, useless books on subjects that no one cares for, and random art.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:08 PM PDT up reply actions
Antique fair
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 2:19 PM PDT up reply actions
i think you did it.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:41 PM PDT up reply actions
i gotchu hahaha we’re crazy.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 2:41 PM PDT up reply actions
only a little.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:45 PM PDT up reply actions
fandom isn’t about blindly believe your team will win the stanley cup, it’s about rooting for your team to win the stanley cup. My expectation this season, just like most of the seasons the Sharks have existed, is that we are unlikely to do it, but I’m still rooting for it to happen.
OK
I love you my 3 paragraphs you summed up in a sentence. I fail.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Good summary
I am with you. I’m still going to root for this team to win. But I’m not going to figure out who their best match up is or what stars have to be in alignment for them to win. I want them to just take the ice and play like I know they can play.
It might be a “pragmatic” or “defeatist” attitude, but at this point in the season, it’s what I got.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Elvis you need to try to have a more positive attitude. They are playing like you know they can play. Last nights game may have been a loss, but those boys were fighting the entire time, heck we managed to pull it into OT.
One thing we tend to forget as fans is that the Sharks aren’t invincible. When we win we have much pride, but one loss throws us into a panic for no reason. Lets take losses like a flesh wound and keep the main goal in our minds and hearts. Stanley here we come!
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 1:41 PM PDT up reply actions
:P
he’s entitled to be a bitter old man about it and I’m entitled to be annoyingly optimistic about it that’s the beauty of this place…u my friend are a nice balance of both worlds.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:46 PM PDT up reply actions
haha yea
i’m one of those people who feels the crush of a loss, but able to see how well they played. I’m like the bipolar fan.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 1:48 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh so that game yesterday?!
I’m actually positive the Sharks have bipolarism right now…which equates to the fact that we are all insane. ;)
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Last nights game may have been a loss, but those boys were fighting the entire time
They had a 2-0 lead and the Av’s scored 4 consecutive goals. You can say that the game was meaningless, but letting that happen is not good at all.
"I think people were ready to watch some hockey. We took up enough of everyone’s time."
-Jody Shelley after 87 seconds of hockey fighting against Cam Janssen
Hey, just because they were fighting doesn’t mean the other team wasn’t fighting back. The Avalanche proved to be a good competitor. They didn’t give up on being behind 2 goals, just like we didn’t give up when we were behind.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 1:56 PM PDT up reply actions
but one loss throws us into a panic for no reason.
It’s been a rough go of it in the playoffs for Sharks fans since the lockout. We’re a fragile fan base right now. You can only get burned so many times until you start expecting it and looking for signs of it happening again…if only to try and protect yourself emotionally. It may be for no reason, but it sure doesn’t feel that way to this fanbase. A Cup should change a lot of attitudes in San Jose regarding the play of the Sharks.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 1:55 PM PDT up reply actions
DUH
a cup would all make us loot the city. I’m sure Marleau and Nabby will be up in arms next to us TPing the Adobe building and ransacking San Padro Square. Heck I might even spawn one of Clowe’s bebes…but right now as sensitive as we may be…I don’t see how we can doomday it up until its over.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Heck I might even spawn one of Clowe’s bebes
and imagine, he/she would pop out just in time for next year’s playoff run!
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
First...
we’d have to win the Giant Goblet of Silver…while looting DSJ with the Sharks I may become impregnated along with about another 100 women by Clowie himself. THEN 9 months or if it takes after its father 13 months…then it shall appear in which if Clowe biffs himself and makes a fool out of the Sharks my child will probably be put up for sacrifice for another run at the Goblet of Silver…all begins and ends with it. :)
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:34 PM PDT up reply actions
Who do you think Clowe is?
Jamie McGinn?
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
I forgot...
He’s certainly not McGinn or Couture for that matter…but I’ll let Plank and TCY handle that ;)
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions
13 months of pregnancy
sounds like hell.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:35 PM PDT up reply actions
Slow daddy
= slow baby…
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Slow daddy is on my fantasy team
…and he’s doin’ right by me.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
OH
didn’t say he doesn’t do right by anyone…esp me ;)
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:41 PM PDT up reply actions
13 months still sounds like hell, but i’m sure you would put up with it no problem since it would be clowe’s spawn.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:42 PM PDT up reply actions
OOOOH YEA! I’d love that baby to death! I would put the Koolaid guy but I have no idea how to attach pictures.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:44 PM PDT up reply actions
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:45 PM PDT up reply actions
thx!
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:46 PM PDT up reply actions
welcome _ If you want to learn how to do that go to
http://www.davesite.com/webstation/html/chap04.shtml
I actually used this site in my class to learn the beginning of html. That link in particular is images and links.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:49 PM PDT up reply actions
Thanks!
I will favorite that. So much for uhm taking a break huh. HAhaahah this place is a vortex.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:53 PM PDT up reply actions
lol
it really is. Hey at least you got people pooping rainbows around here.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:55 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm in shock...
something said out of sarcasm and spite for what it seems as eons ago got so out of control today I could only sit back and watch the insanity. hahaha
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:56 PM PDT up reply actions
It was pretty epic. Who knew that that one comment could escalate into that?
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:57 PM PDT up reply actions
Welcome to FTF. You never know what will explode around here while people are bored at work!
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 4:41 PM PDT up reply actions
haha or bored at home.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 5:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Lissa Explains is what I used a lot to learn HTML, along with Funky Chickens. Good for beginners and those who don’t feel like memorizing every single code, haha.
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Fools and Sages
sweet thanks!
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:57 PM PDT up reply actions
I’ve been a fan since the Sharks came into existence. I’ve seen some amazing things from this team, and vise verso, but one thing I realize over the years is that it will tear you apart each and every year if you don’t also analyze the good in the play.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 1:59 PM PDT up reply actions
Hmm, I think what my overall point was is that its much easier to cope with an early round loss if you’ve been pointing out the negatives and convince yourself they won’t win it all, than to get your hopes up. I’m not saying whether its right or wrong, but it does seem to be the path this fanbase has taken to cope with our numerous playoff choke jobs over the last several years.
Personally, I’m just excited to be getting back to a playoff game next week after missing out on the playoff festivities last season.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:01 PM PDT up reply actions
where's my zen
don’t get yourself worked up either way…happy we made it to playoffs with the possibility of not making it to the good ’ol silver.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 2:02 PM PDT up reply actions
I’ll be cool if the Sharks make it to at least the Conference Finals. I mean, I’ll be pretty bummed to be that close to the Cup Finals and to fall short, but at least we’ll have put up a good showing.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:12 PM PDT up reply actions
Agreed
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 2:18 PM PDT up reply actions
the year i went to the game was the year they lost the conference finals to the flames. In other news, i’m pretty sure that no matter what happens the Sharks will be able to show us that they played hard, and were out for blood.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:19 PM PDT up reply actions
haha
man you are lucky. The last playoff game i went to was against the Avalanches in the semifinals. There’s nothing like the playoffs. The energy in that building piratically takes the roof off.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions
When Pavs scored to win Game 5 of the Dallas series, that place was so loud my eyeballs were vibrating and I couldn’t see straight. Epic.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:06 PM PDT up reply actions
I’ve never had my eyeballs vibrate.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:11 PM PDT up reply actions
You, ma’am, are missing out!
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:13 PM PDT up reply actions
I've never had my eyeballs vibrate due to crowd noise
That might be cooler than the alternatives
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
haha i’m missing out on a lot of things. I don’t get to go to games all that often because of how far away I live from San Jose.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:36 PM PDT up reply actions
Chico is a trek. One of my best friends is going to grad school up there right now, and I’ve only gone to see him once in Chico since he started there 2.5 years ago. It’s way, way up there.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:48 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah it is
We have family near San Jose area, so we’re hoping to make the trek down there more often. Hopefully for games.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:14 PM PDT up reply actions
Did it tickle? Cause I’m really ticklish and I’d assume that’d tickle too
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 2:22 PM PDT up reply actions
I won't deny I need a more positive attitude
But as most people have mentioned, optimism is not a trait commonly associated with Sharks fans post-lockout.
I remember during the closing minute of Game 6 against Edmonton, Randy Hahn summed up the series loss as a learning experience for the NHL’s youngest team.
In the closing minute of Game 6 against Detroit, Dan Rusanowsky simply said “This is very disappointing.”
And, well, we all have stories of how we felt after Dallas and Anaheim.
The point has been belabored to death that THIS Sharks team is not the same as THOSE Sharks teams. But it’s a real challenge to not let those memories come back to haunt you. But even if we are to put all those ghosts behind us and say this is a new season with a new team, I still can’t JUST be optimistic. The road to the finals goes through very tough teams, most likely Detroit and Chicago. Both puck possession teams. The rate at which this team turns the puck over makes those series less than ideal (anyone remember the year Detroit won the Cup? Games 1 and 2 against Pittsburgh, they looked like they were playing keep away).
You’re correct that losses are flesh wounds. But after seeing the way losses pile up in April and May, it doesn’t take many to end a promising season. We were up 2-0 on Edmonton and then lost 4 straight. A four game losing streak in the regular season is bad, but not fatal. We lost the first 3 games to Dallas. Again, a blip in the regular season.
Playing the same opponent for 4+ games is WAY different from a random regular season losing streak.
Everyone copes with it differently. I admire your optimism. I really do. I just can’t share it.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
That's fine
I’m not saying I wont cry if we lose I most certainly will I just won’t kick my boys and tell them what to do while they’re down and while they know what to do just can’t execute it. They’re like our kids…you root for them and it blows when they don’t meet your expectations but at the end of the day you come around and look forward to the next shot. Anyways you still owe me beer and antlers dontchaknow. mmmm lemonbars.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 2:24 PM PDT up reply actions
POKECHECK POKECHECK!
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
KESLERRRRRRRRR
still lurve ya dude…you get me down but u still my homefry.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 2:26 PM PDT up reply actions
I promise
That as soon as the puck drops, I am nothing but rainbow pooping optimism!
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
//tear
you make me so proud!
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions
haha
awesome.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Exactly. I’m not assuming the team’s going to lose, but I’m also not assuming it’s going to win. Any optimism I have is guarded at best, but I think it’s going to take a Sharks squad burying the ghosts of the past in order to truly unspook a lot of the fanbase. Until they can solve those demons, I don’t care how good our roster is on paper; it’s all for naught.
..:Fear The Fin:..
It too hit me last night when you Plank sent that email saying we’ll be previewing next round’s opponent on Sunday. I had no idea it’s here so fast. It didn’t seem that way when we had 20 games left.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
But on that note, I’m at the point now after thinking about it a lot last night that I no longer care who we face.
Sharks are not going to dominate any opponent, and I think we’re looking at at least 6-games series against anybody – likely seven, after seeing our defense collapse the way they did regularly since the Olympic break.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
umm off topic
sorry but my timer is running out and I need to know do the sharks shoot twice on the visiting bench side? Ive some good tickets for the next 3 minutes
by Born&RaisedInSJ on Apr 5, 2010 10:20 AM PDT reply actions
I thought about it..
do we face them at the beginning of the playoff when we are fresh (or fresher than any other time) or at the end after we’ve gone 7 games with all the other opponents?
And what’s the advice (Murray’s grandfather, Lars [Lasse] Bjorn) gives him?
"Hit more people."
well fingers crossed, we wouldn’t have to go 7 games with anyone else
by a10dency2ask on Apr 5, 2010 10:36 AM PDT up reply actions
We face them as late as possible…when two things will have happened. Either a) the sharks have now won a few series and are coming in on a roll and full of confidence…or b) when someone else has taken Detroit out for us already and we don’t have to face them at all! Avoiding Detroit would be pretty important, IMO.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 10:42 AM PDT up reply actions
Seriously. WHO’S THE GODDAMN YAHOO THAT WANTS TO PLAY THE BIG RED MACHINE?!?!
"San Jose is where I want to be at the end of the day, and there's an opportunity now to make it there. It is where my heart is." - Jamie McGinn, 2/22/10
Fear The Fin: Where Selling Your Soul Is The Likely Solution
by Mr. Plank on Apr 5, 2010 11:39 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
someone must be drunk.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 1:16 PM PDT up reply actions
its hella early...
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:26 PM PDT up reply actions
not that early…
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 1:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Haha, it’s 5 o’clock somewhere.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 1:42 PM PDT up reply actions
Now i hope the playoffs dont start before i get my tickets with this 10 – 14 days crap its gonna take to have it mailed
by Born&RaisedInSJ on Apr 5, 2010 10:25 AM PDT reply actions
Speaking of playoffs, just got my tickets to game 1 and 2.
Ticketmaster still has plenty.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
I got two tickets to game 1…and my SharksPak gave me tickets to the third home game. So I guess that’s gonna be it for me. I can sit game 2 out. 2 out of the first three ain’t bad. Hopefully we’re clinching a series win at Game 5!
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 10:41 AM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, I wish I was this optimistic too about Game 5, but there is always a chance..
But I’m pumped. There is nothing like the playoffs atmosphere at the Tank, especially at the opener. The only one that came close was an atmosphere at the Premier League opener at Anfield in Liverpool. Took a trip all the way to England to experience it once.
Let’s roll out that steam and the towels!
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Playoff hockey is amazing. I went to 4 playoff games two years ago (Calgary and Dallas). Last season I missed the playoffs because I was out of town in the first round, and, well, that’s all she wrote. This year I made sure I’d be in town. I’m not missing this again. I still blame myself for last season’s collapse.
Game 5 is always a good game to have, IMO. I mean, if the Sharks get hot, win the first two at home, and steal one of two on the road…winning game 5 and the series at home is always an option. Or, the sharks win 2, and lose 2, and game 5 is hugely important! Either way, its usually not a bad game to have!
I can’t freaking wait for the playoffs to start!
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 10:52 AM PDT up reply actions
reminds me
I totally need to talk to Mina about us getting tickets to game 5, despite the fact that she probably won’t go. heh
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
I was in a similar boat last year. I was in Russia for the first two games of the Ducks series, and there is actually nothing worse. First, I was watching it on a laptop – and the signal kept breaking down. Second, the games started at 6 fricken am and I was sleepless on these nights. Plus, when the game was over, I had all day to think about what just happened and dwell on it.
No overseas trips or laptop watching this time. I’ll be at the Tank, and will probably have my voice gone by the end of the first period.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Yeah, I was only over in Philly during the playoffs last year. My flight landed just as game 1 was ending (turn on blackberry, and am instantly sad). I didn’t get to watch any of the games while I was in Philly, so I just got score updates. Probably better that way.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions
I always try to watch it on DVR, especially playoffs.
I was once flying home during the Stars series Game 5. As I was driving by the Tank on the way home from SJ airport, by my calculations the game should have been over, but there was no crowds on the streets by the Tank, or road traffic, which meant the game went into overtime.
So there are always ways to spoil the score.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Playoff Openers at the Tank give me goosebumps
I still have a little clip from last years opener that pumps me up every time I watch it!
by SharksFanTillDeath on Apr 5, 2010 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions
One thing that can give me more goosebumps
The atmosphere in the Tank was palpable as everyone started to realize how insane that PK was. You know being on the disadvantaged end of a 5-on-3. That and having two of those players playing without a stick and all.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
That PK is burned into my memory
that sh*t was CRAZY!!!!!
by SharksFanTillDeath on Apr 5, 2010 12:31 PM PDT up reply actions
since you brought up playoff tickets, I managed to luck out and get 2 from ticketmaster (and yes, I know I haven’t posted in a while) – looking for someone who wants to go with me to Game A (yes, I bought 2, looking to recoup the cost of 1) … section 106, row 12. let me know.
Ever get the feeling we are on a collision course with reality?
"They who would give up an essential liberty for temporary security, deserve neither liberty or security" -- Benjamin Franklin
by ang6666 on Apr 5, 2010 10:52 AM PDT up reply actions
Welcome back!
We should have a FTF meet up before Game 1 somewhere.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
ooooh
I’ll email you! ;)
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 10:59 AM PDT up reply actions
Ang, I’m afraid we are losing our minds without the presence of our mother bird. We need you right now.
"San Jose is where I want to be at the end of the day, and there's an opportunity now to make it there. It is where my heart is." - Jamie McGinn, 2/22/10
Fear The Fin: Where Selling Your Soul Is The Likely Solution
by Mr. Plank on Apr 5, 2010 11:43 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
ha ha … I left to keep my cool
gotta say … I’m so excited playoffs are right around the corner … as stressed as I’ll be, this is the sorta stressed I love being. nothing makes you feel more alive (okay sex doesnt’ count) then being on the edge of your seat, or pacing the floor, yelling at the tv, etc etc during the playoffs … I’m hyped!
Ever get the feeling we are on a collision course with reality?
"They who would give up an essential liberty for temporary security, deserve neither liberty or security" -- Benjamin Franklin
by ang6666 on Apr 5, 2010 11:46 AM PDT up reply actions
:D
I’m so happy you’re back sorta if peeps don’t piss you off here.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 11:47 AM PDT up reply actions
I would take you up on that offer, but I don’t want to ditch my husband just to go see a game. He finally managed to go to his very first game at the Tank when we had that shutout against Dallas.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 1:02 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m going for the “I don’t care option—just freaking win”. For a myriad of reasons which are too hard to type. This is really the first season I’ve paid this close attention to all of it so excuse the ignorance…But, I have a few questions for the experts…
Do teams that have consistently dominated in the regular reason end up dominating the playoffs? Are they statistically more often the cup winners?
Are low expectations OK? I mean, if no one expects the Sharks to go all the way will that give them the push they need to overcome. (re. Baylor—no one knew to go after them and here they are in the Final Game).
Do they Sharks need some “I wanna prove them wrong” juice? I know they sorta had this last year but being Presidents Trophy winners I think they were just fooling themselves into a false sense of security.
If other teams approach them as an easy win (which I’m sure some Wings or Flames or Avs or Stars do) and look ahead instead of the game at hand does that give us an advantage?
Anyway, as always, thanks for all the insight on this board.
And what’s the advice (Murray’s grandfather, Lars [Lasse] Bjorn) gives him?
"Hit more people."
I gotta say, I really, really DO care who we face. Yes, no series in the playoffs is “easy.” But some are easier than others. And that should be the goal. The easiest road through the playoffs. The less games we have to play earlier in the playoffs, the better. I mean, seeing Colorado or Nashville may not guarantee we win the series in 5 (or at all), but at least it would give the Sharks a better chance. And, really, that’s what this is all about!
So, with that being said, my vote went to Colorado. I’m just not impressed by them yet. They’re a young team, and they could get overwhelmed in the playoffs as it will be most of their players’ first times there. We’ve played them well this season. Even in the last few weeks when we have been playing pretty crappy, we still have a regulation win and an OT loss in which we were down by 2 goals in the 3rd. I mean, that’s not bad. Of all the teams, I think we have the best shot at winning this series in 5.
I would not be opposed to playing LA or Nashville. LA, I’d fear, could turn out like the Anaheim series…since both teams know each other so well. And LA has played us very well this season. Nashville have all been tough games, but we do seem to have their number.
In the end, I’ll take Colorado, please…and hope to god it gets them an easier run through the first round. Although I won’t be surprised by any outcome.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
It just doesn't matter...
I’ll be chanting my inner Meatballs, “It just doesn’t matter”…
Regardless of whether we finish 1 or 2 or who we play first round, we still have to potentially face and beat Detroit and then Chicago, just to get to Pittsburgh or Washington.
I say good luck with that! So I’ll be watching for pure entertainment value and not stressing on the what ifs.
It just doesn’t matter, it just doesn’t matter…
After the last game, I don’t think the Sharks match up well against Colorado. Their speedy young forwards totally took the Sharks’ old D-men apart. Call me crazy, but I think we’d have a better shot against Calgary.
Everything sucks except for the Sharks.
I thought the exact same thing.
But I’m still thinking I’d rather pick Anderson vs Kipper, especially in a best of 7.
Plus, if Mueller is out for the series, that’s a huge plus for the Sharks as well.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Yeah, I have to agree here on the goalie situ. Kipper tends to own us (9-1 drubbing aside). Anderson looks really worn down.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions
Any Ideas when Game A will be?
I just bought two tickets but my g/f wont be back into California until the 13th
by SharksFanTillDeath on Apr 5, 2010 11:28 AM PDT reply actions
Playoffs start on the 14th. So game A will be either the 14th or the 15th, depending on the tv schedule.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions
Either Wednesday or Thursday. You’re good to go.
"San Jose is where I want to be at the end of the day, and there's an opportunity now to make it there. It is where my heart is." - Jamie McGinn, 2/22/10
Fear The Fin: Where Selling Your Soul Is The Likely Solution
by Mr. Plank on Apr 5, 2010 11:31 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions
Oh I was always good to go...
it was my g/f that would have been screwed lol
by SharksFanTillDeath on Apr 5, 2010 11:35 AM PDT up reply actions
Oh crap
really???? Muse and Silversun pickups is on the 14th! GAH. When will we know for sure?
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 11:36 AM PDT up reply actions
are you saying you would ditch a playoff game for that? … tsk
Ever get the feeling we are on a collision course with reality?
"They who would give up an essential liberty for temporary security, deserve neither liberty or security" -- Benjamin Franklin
by ang6666 on Apr 5, 2010 11:37 AM PDT up reply actions
aw gawd....
I’m gonna cry…bought those Muse tickets last year!!! Well if Jesus is on my side it’ll be the 15 but since my friends and I are all on the bullet train to hell it’ll probably on the 14th…life sucks butt right now.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 11:39 AM PDT up reply actions
I ran into a similar issue last year. I needed the playoff game 1 to start on Wednesday for the Sharks, and I couldda gone. They got schedule for Thursday and I had to sell my tickets because I was spending that day flying to Philly. Just bad luck.
We won’t know the schedule for the playoffs until the end of the reg season, since they wanna know who the Pens and Caps are facing and put those matchups in primetime…
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 11:41 AM PDT up reply actions
I think Canadian TV typically has more say.
One more reason for Flames to flame out.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Well, if we beat the Flames tomorrow, not only will we clinch the Pacific, but we’ll also probably kill their playoff hopes. Two birds with one stone…not a bad game to come out and win, eh.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 11:45 AM PDT up reply actions
//facepalm...
oh fak me….ang you might have to get a 3rd round draft pick depending on the schedule…if its any day but the 14th I’m in like sin…if not…//cries…you have to get someone else.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 11:46 AM PDT up reply actions
yes … I know! you’re killing me!! ha ha!
Ever get the feeling we are on a collision course with reality?
"They who would give up an essential liberty for temporary security, deserve neither liberty or security" -- Benjamin Franklin
by ang6666 on Apr 5, 2010 11:47 AM PDT up reply actions
dont laugh!
i wanna just jump out my window right now!!!! I HATE LIFE!
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 11:47 AM PDT up reply actions
don't do it!!!
Who am i gonna ramble to if you jump? You’ll make me resort to talking about chomping panties again!
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 1:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Meh
I haven’t jumped but my comment up there rambly as it may will probably get me killed here…so you might have to pair up with GLG and talk about chomping panties…just do it in my honor :D
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:27 PM PDT up reply actions
honor you
with chomping panties. I think i can do that lol.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 1:42 PM PDT up reply actions
Re Playoffs Schedule
There is a concert scheduled at HP for Saturday night (17th).
So we’ll either open on a back-to-back nights, with Thur/Frid games, like we did against the Flames, or, most likely, we’ll play Wed-Fri next week.
I don’t know if Friday/Sunday is an option.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
I vote for one of the meteors from my hypothetical limitless meteor supply. Because you can’t go wrong with a tactical meteor.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
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Fools and Sages
Oh, and Plank:
Promise that you’re not going to make any bets on lower-seeded teams pulling off upsets like you did with the Ducks last year.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
Proud member of the "Re-Sign Marleau" Club
Fools and Sages
Colorado for sure. I definitely wouldn’t want to play the Kings. If I remember right, they’ve had like 3 games where they’ve scored 5+ goals on us, and that was early in the season when Nabby and the rest of our defense looked much stronger. After Colorado i’d prefer to play the Flames, then Nashville with the Kings a close fourth.
sucks for them
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
Yeah, that’s what it looked like to me when I saw it last night.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 1:43 PM PDT up reply actions
As for preferred opponent, I’m going to refrain from voting. The Sharks playoff woes have really messed with my head and I consider every match-up a potential nightmare. And with today’s parity in the NHL, regardless of standings, all it takes is a hot goaltender or a few lucky bounces and you’re either on to the next round or picking up your golf clubs.
I recall either hearing (or reading) a piece on the Sharks stating the last time San Jose won a series in which they were favored was in ’02 vs the ’Yotes. I had to think about that one…
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on Apr 5, 2010 12:26 PM PDT reply actions
Um, I’m pretty sure they had to be favored against Nashville in the series we beat them in. And against Calgary two years ago.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Weren’t they the lower seed each time they faced Nash? I honestly can’t remember. As for Calgary, yes, the Sharks were definitely favored in that series, and they won! – thank Zombie Jesus for Jeremy Roenick.
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on Apr 5, 2010 2:36 PM PDT up reply actions
If Calgary comes back and ends up playing us this year, the Sharks need to sign JR to a 1 series contract. That would be epic!
As for Nashville, I actually think you might be right, at least in one of those series. I believe we faced them once when we were a 5 seed, and they were a 4 seed (the year we lost to 8 seed Edmondton in the 2nd round, because every lower seed won their first round series that year). I thought the other one was a 2 v. 7, but I could be wrong.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:38 PM PDT up reply actions
I do believe you are correct sir
We were the 5 seed the first year Joe was here. The following year, I think we won the division, so we were at least top 3. We played in Detroit round 2, and I’m pretty sure they won their division. But given that the final game of that series was at HP, Detroit had home ice.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
OK, so I looked it up (because I clearly have nothing better to do at work):
In the 03-04 playoffs, we were the better seed in every series (2v7 over the Blues, 2v4 over Colorado, and 2v6 over Calgary). We may not have been the betting favorites, but we were the better seed.
After the lockout, in the 05-06 playoffs, we were the 5 seed against 4 seeded Nashville, and then we were the better seed over Edmondton (who was the 8 seed) when we lost there.
06-07 Playoffs: We were once again the 5 seed (with 107 points…unbelievable), against Nashville, the 4 seed. And then lost to the 1 seed Detroit. So we werent the seed favorited in either series.
In 07-08, we were seed favorites over Calgary (a 7 seed) and Dallas (a 5 seed).
And, of course, last year we will not speak of.
So, as for series we’ve won as the seed favorite: Calgary in 08, and then the Blues and Avs in 04 before the lockout). Brutal.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:47 PM PDT up reply actions
Thanks for the breakdown. Yeah, when I saw that bit about the ‘02 PHX series, I thought…now, the Sharks playoff woes haven’t been THAT bad…have they? Hmmm…
Still, since the lockout it’s pretty sad to think the only non-upset was barely squeaking past Calgary thanks to Styles game 7 heroics. Egad!
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on Apr 5, 2010 2:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, no problem, it’s an interesting look back! Especially at that 03-04 team…that was an awesome playoffs.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:59 PM PDT up reply actions
lol
Redwings article about this article:
http://www.nightmareonhelmstreet.com/2010-articles/march/san-jose-gets-it.html
Also
Somewhat surprisingly, the people over at the Redwings blog want to face us the LEAST out of the other top 4 seeds. I thought we’d be first or second on their list.
I think it’s funny that Phoenix is 2nd on the least wanted teams to play.
Chicago and Vancouver battling for who they want to see… I really wish they’d see Chicago, but I just don’t see that happening.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
I can see why.
Bryzgalov is the most dangerous goalie in this year’s playoffs. He was solid for the Ducks as well when he had to play.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Also want to add a tidbit of ECHL playoff news.
TONIGHT: 8:30pm PT, the Thunder are in Wasilla, Alaska to kick off round I of the Kelly Cup Playoffs. They face St. Louis Blues’ affiliate Alaska Aces. Check in HERE for the latest score updates and audio options.
ALSO, the Sharks primary ‘AA’ affiliate Kalamazoo Wings (which they share with the Flyers) will be hosting the Reading Royals tomorrow at 4pm in their quarterfinal series.
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on Apr 5, 2010 12:39 PM PDT reply actions
Oh, and here are the standings prior to tonight's games:
…
1) x- *SJ Sharks 107 (3 GR)
2) x- *Chicago 105 (4)
3) x- *Vancouver 100 (3)
4) x- Phoenix 102 (3)
5) x- Nashville 98 (2)
6) x- Detroit 96 (3)
7) x- L A Kings 95 (4)
8) …Colorado 91 (4)
- – - – - – - – - – - – - – - –
9) Calgary 89 (3)
10) Anaheim 85 (4)
11) St Louis 85 (4)
eliminated
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on Apr 5, 2010 12:54 PM PDT reply actions
yeah i wish this detroit thing would go away
drop out of the playoffs or climb up to 4-5 range already!
Every time Detroit starts to make a run, and looks like its going to go grab the 5 seed, they hit a skid against crap teams and fall back to the pack. If we end up, after all of this shuffling and back and forth, facing Detroit…I will be convinced the hockey gods hate San Jose. Or at least hate Joe Thornton…
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions
I don’t know about that.. They’ve lost like 1 game in regulation in their last 12?
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
They kept making runs and falling back when they were struggling to catch up to the 8 seed. And then they made a prolonged run and got up to #6 and primed to take over 5, and have fallen back to 1 point away from being in 7th. I still think they’ll end up 6th and face Vancouver. And probably beat them, and then face #1 Chicago in the second round, while the Sharks take the 2 seed and face LA in another Battle of Cali.
Or it could look nothing like that!
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:08 PM PDT up reply actions
The Blackhawks have a better chance than the Sharks at ending up first, which means we could be looking at an LA – San Jose first round. Oh my god.
Everything sucks except for the Sharks.
The upside to that is that I could actually go to first round games. The downside is, after the games, I’m likely to be jumped while taking the Dash back.
Also: LA bandwagon douchebags.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
Proud member of the "Re-Sign Marleau" Club
Fools and Sages
If the Sharks end up playing LA in the first round, I’m figuring out a way to get down there for a game. It’s going to happen.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 1:52 PM PDT up reply actions
//whines
no now!! I’m so sick of paying Southwest for a ride
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:56 PM PDT up reply actions
HA! Right. We’re tooooooooootally gonna have a high speed train someday. I totally believe that.
I’ll just drive, lol. Figure it out meant more about making it work financially (buying tickets) and with my work schedule.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 1:58 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeahhh riiiight...
I’ll take my high speed Tundra and wont have to deal with dorks on their cell phones or Chatty Cathy’s.
Warp factor 9 Scotty! – insert sound of a V-8 moan here.
'scusi
I’m supposed to go down to LA in May…drive me? Or let me borrow said truck? I’d rather not take the aeroplane….they limit me on my toiletries :D
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:35 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm actually all for high speed rail
Growing up, we used to visit family in SoCal alot. We’d go down once or twice a month. I’ve had more of I-5 than I care to remember. We pretty much always fly now. If you can get me to SoCal without having to drive or deal with the TSA, I’m all for it.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Autubahn..
Better off with removing the speed limits and making a high speed lane for the auto’s and bikers. One lane for 85 to 115 and the fast lane for anything above 115.
That still involves me being in an automobile
No thank you. I’ve had my fill of driving.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
I’m not for PAYING for high speed rail. Especially with CA’s economy in shambles. It’s a convenience we just cannot afford, IMO.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 3:45 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah
But at this point, I don’t know if we can afford to keep the lights on, let alone put up HSR
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
As attractive as HSR is
… we can’t even keep Caltrain afloat. I shudder to think how we will be able to afford the HSR system.
when that goes, my husband’s commute to the City will suddenly be a whole lot worse. And it isn’t great now.
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
Tell me about it
If I ever needed another reason to quit my current job in SF and find a job closer to home, here it is.
no kidding
We’re either going to have to sell our house to move closer or…I don’t know. I’m keeping my fingers crossed that we can find a solution before shit hits the fan.
I’m applying to jobs in the City as well. If I get lucky and get hired will I have to drive to BART everyday? Bad time for the train to go under. It really sucks.
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
lol when is that supposed to be completeled? I think i remember hearin it wouldn’t be available for like 20 years, no joke. Such a waste of money.
I thought they weren’t even going to build it…
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:00 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, who want’s to go to Socal anyways? And please don’t let those people come up here into our territory.
"I think people were ready to watch some hockey. We took up enough of everyone’s time."
-Jody Shelley after 87 seconds of hockey fighting against Cam Janssen
/inadvertently offends half the state
"I think people were ready to watch some hockey. We took up enough of everyone’s time."
-Jody Shelley after 87 seconds of hockey fighting against Cam Janssen
hahaha
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:06 PM PDT up reply actions
/ahem
Some of us live down here I’ll remind you
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
But not by choice. Or, if it was a choice, it was between SoCal and a much, much worse option. Like living with your parents.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
Proud member of the "Re-Sign Marleau" Club
Fools and Sages
law school in socal by choice
better beaches
hotter women
fewer tree huggers
Patty Marleau: An Erotic Life
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Adored by the faithful
Trade rumors abound
Turns-around career
Year of the Cup?
by Will Bulldozer on Apr 5, 2010 3:12 PM PDT up reply actions
Reason 3
Is actually why I avoid SoCal
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Sound logic and reasoning…
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 3:13 PM PDT up reply actions
Reason 1, well, I don’t care because I haven’t gone to the beach yet since I’ve been in LA.
Reason 2 is invalid.
Reason 3 is why I didn’t apply to Cal.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
Proud member of the "Re-Sign Marleau" Club
Fools and Sages
those were a few of my reasons.
it was either socal, dc, chicago, san francisco, or santa clara. i’ll take socal thanks very much.
Patty Marleau: An Erotic Life
Picked overall #2
Adored by the faithful
Trade rumors abound
Turns-around career
Year of the Cup?
by Will Bulldozer on Apr 5, 2010 3:26 PM PDT up reply actions
san diego by choice
-Better beaches
-Great for distance running and hiking
-Tacos everywhere
-Lots of great microbreweries
-Cheap NHL tickets (Honda Center invasions are awesome)
-Lots of easy going people here
-As for tree huggers, I’ve met more vegetarian/animal friendly/environmentall conscious types here than I did in my 22 years in NorCal. Might just be the school I attended, though.
by live every week like it's shark week on Apr 5, 2010 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions
I could deal with San Diego
Just not without Sharks hockey being so local.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Probably the biggest thing that’s prevented me from picking up shop and moving somewhere is the fact that I’m not sure I’d survive if I didn’t get to attend 20+ Sharks games a year.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 3:33 PM PDT up reply actions
there’s the small voice in my head that wants my husband to find a job in the bay so that we may go to 20+ games also…
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:37 PM PDT up reply actions
Is he willing to work 19 hours a day with no benefits?
Because I’m sure some startup would take him.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
he might
but i’m oppose to that lol.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, I’d love to be able to make it to more than one or two games a year. Maybe when I retire I’ll move back and become a full time crazy fan.
by live every week like it's shark week on Apr 5, 2010 3:52 PM PDT up reply actions
We don’t even make it to 1 or 2 games a year. the game i went to this year was the first game in a good while.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:54 PM PDT up reply actions
You mean...
like the rest of us who scrimp, save and sacrifice all other things to go to a bazillion games…yea come back up here we’ll welcome you with open arms and perhaps a free pizza ticket stub.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:57 PM PDT up reply actions
haha you guys are down from where i’m at, and i’ll totally take you up on that pizza. We want to go to more games, and we’re hoping to make that a reality real soon here. Heck, when we showed up in San Jose the Sharks didn’t give up a goal. That’s gotta be worth something.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 4:09 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm sure if that is your luck
ERRRRVRYBODY from FTF will pitch in for your guy’s season tickets and playoff tickets if we make it to the round that we all know nothing about
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 4:11 PM PDT up reply actions
haha
now that would be awesome, but i’m thinking the palin mask is starting to dominate on the luck.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 4:15 PM PDT up reply actions
hey...
as ugly as that thing is…if it werks it WERKS…Go Palin mask….ugh i threw up in my mouth a little.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 4:18 PM PDT up reply actions
rofl
i don’t blame you for throwing up in your mouth for saying that.
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 5:37 PM PDT up reply actions
I LOVE San Diego. My sis lives down there, so I try to go down and visit as much as possible. It seems much more laid back than the greater LA area. But still has the gorgeous weather and beaches.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 3:30 PM PDT up reply actions
i used to live in san diego and miss it a lot.
you’re right about the people. as a whole, SD people are the friendliest of all the major cities i’ve lived in.
but no pro hockey in town.
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Adored by the faithful
Trade rumors abound
Turns-around career
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by Will Bulldozer on Apr 5, 2010 3:31 PM PDT up reply actions
SD
was the best years of my short life. 70th STREET KEEPING IT REAL
by ilooklikeafat16 on Apr 5, 2010 3:33 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh God
The arena’s gonna be full of Laker fans. I really hope we don’t play another SoCal team and get embarrassed again.
SoCal already owns NorCal in baseball and basketball. Please Sharks if you end up playing the Kings, don’t let them own us in Hockey too!!!
I was joking around with Mssjclowie about serving up this if we play against the Kings: http://www.thinkgeek.com/stuff/41/unicorn-meat.shtml
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 1:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Mmmmm
sparklespam….GLG used that i think yesterday in a thread i was appalled. heh!
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 1:45 PM PDT up reply actions
GO SHARKS!
And Sharks could beat anyone but Detroit you are right…LA and Nashville don’t have the experience….Detroit is really dangerous…We could probably outlast Colorado, and finally, Calgary could be a pain, but if we play real Sharks hockey – we can beat them. GO SHARKS!
Go Sharks!
my ideal playoff matchups
SJ – COL
CHI – DET
VAN – LA
PHX – NSH
chicago has the best chance of eliminating detroit. otherwise, the sharks have a date with the ghost of terry sawchuk if they make it into the second round.
and phx vs nsh will be the playoff series nobody will watch.
Patty Marleau: An Erotic Life
Picked overall #2
Adored by the faithful
Trade rumors abound
Turns-around career
Year of the Cup?
I want Pheonix to play Detroit. I think that would be a hell of a series.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:05 PM PDT up reply actions
Come on Colorado!
I was so stoked last year when we pulled the Ducks in the first round as a Sharks fan in LA. I won’t be fulled again…
Im gonna have to agree with you
being a sharks fan in malibu, i would love to have the kings in the first round….but i would also like to see the second round so bring on the Avs
I picked my poison, but really all I have to say on this issues is
GO SHARKS!
Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have an ass rainbow to take care of.
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
what's up with butts
and rainbows on this forum?
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 2:46 PM PDT up reply actions
I know what have I done!?!
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 2:47 PM PDT up reply actions
better than barfing one
I think so, anyway.
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
The one below doesn't have a shrink word. Sorry.
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
ZOMG
THAT CLOWN IS THROWING UP AFTER EATING SOMEONE ZONOES!
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Naw its
that new Sony TV Grin with an extra color ZOMG!
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 4:06 PM PDT up reply actions
I always heard
“technicolor yawn”
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
i have this shirt
Patty Marleau: An Erotic Life
Picked overall #2
Adored by the faithful
Trade rumors abound
Turns-around career
Year of the Cup?
by Will Bulldozer on Apr 5, 2010 3:12 PM PDT up reply actions
haha
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:15 PM PDT up reply actions
LOLcats are responsible for everything
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
(Like I’ve said before) I have pooped fire once and it was not that great. However pooping rainbows sounds fairly pleasant.
"I think people were ready to watch some hockey. We took up enough of everyone’s time."
-Jody Shelley after 87 seconds of hockey fighting against Cam Janssen
Rainbows can be oddly shaped, which could pose some issues…
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 2:58 PM PDT up reply actions
Even kittehs have trouble sometimes
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
Not always good times
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
fear the fin should be changed to
we poop rainbows
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:16 PM PDT up reply actions
Fear The Fin
Where drinking the kool-aid makes you poop rainbows
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
teal rainbows?
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions
I have pooped fire once and it was not that great.
What’d you do? 911 Challenge? Cuz I can relate with you there…
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
Haha no.
It was some really spicy salsa from somewhere I don’t remember.
Did you really do the 911 challenge?! How long did you last? My sisters friend tried it and he was crying, gagging, and throwing up all over the place.
"I think people were ready to watch some hockey. We took up enough of everyone’s time."
-Jody Shelley after 87 seconds of hockey fighting against Cam Janssen
sounds yummy. What is the 911 challenge?
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 5:37 PM PDT up reply actions
It’s a eating challenge at University Chicken (now SmokeEaters). You have to eat 12 of their wings dipped in their hottest sauce in under 10 minutes (including any sauce on your fingers), then you have to sit around for an additional five minutes without doing anything. No napkins, and nothing to drink before or during the challenge. You even have to sign a release form before you can take it on.
Did you really do the 911 challenge?!
Yeah I did. Finished it on my first try.
Let me tell you, the aftermath later that night is much worse than the actual challenge portion. Probably the closest thing painwise I’ll ever get to being in labor.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
Yea
all the boys from my HS football team did it. Same verdict…it wasn’t bad going down because after the first wing…your mouth is numb but the aftermath kept them from school for a day or two it was hilarious.
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 6, 2010 9:03 AM PDT up reply actions
well...
i’d still say it’s plenty bad going down =) but yeah, that just shows how bad it is after when all those pieces of chicken decide to leave ulcers as a memento of the event in addition to a free t-shirt & polaroid.
idk if it’s true, but i’ve heard they put pepper spray into the mix. evil bastards.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
Looking at this deeper...
I agree with the idea that it doesn’t matter who we play, because no matter what this team is going to have to pick up their play to beat anyone. But still… I think getting this number 1 seed is going to be pretty important actually. I think a first round win will go a long way to giving this team the confidence they need for a deep run at the Cup, and we are going to need that after this last month of the regular season.
OK, back to cats and rainbows.
Cats and rainbows are important! Almost as important as the Sharks getting out of the first round and getting some playoff mojo going.
"I want people to be afraid of how much they love me." ~Michael Scott
by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 3:13 PM PDT up reply actions
It makes you wonder if the two are connected
Do we need Gray to give us a picture of a Shark eating octopus and pooping a rainbow?
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
that can be arranged
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
i might draw that as well
Sounds like a fun one.
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by ZombieSkittles on Apr 5, 2010 3:20 PM PDT up reply actions
Not exactly pooping rainbows, but I had this idea stuck in my head all day and finally got it out with the assistance of alcohol. I figure CTGray and ZombieSkittles are going to do a way better job though. Also holy cow when did MSPaint get fancy brushes??
by live every week like it's shark week on Apr 5, 2010 10:56 PM PDT up reply actions 3 recs
that is pretty fantastic, I must say
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
haha
omg that’s pretty awesome
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
by ZombieSkittles on Apr 6, 2010 12:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Great potential first round matchups...
I would so love to see the playoffs begin with the standings as they are today. Personally, I think Vancouver has the best shot at knocking off the B.R.M. from Detroit. As for the second round, I just wanna be watching SJ still whopping ass at the end of April for a change and don’t care who it is.
Okay, I have to ask…what’s with all the goofy rainbows?! :p
blame me...
optimism…:( they went out of control apparently with it.
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by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:19 PM PDT up reply actions
We're a fan base located primarily in San Jose
We find geeky things like lolcats funny. Do the math.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Plus...
we could probably compute the direct correlation of the way the Sharks have been playing along with the fact that the playoffs are about to rear its ugly head at us and we’re not ready for that with rainbows and cats to equate to the fact again…as stated above. We’re all just insane. Playoffs < Sharks = Fansanity
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 3:22 PM PDT up reply actions
Tickets
Seems like everyone was able to get tickets today, is that still the case? I tried all day, and nothing was available.
What the hell is going on in here?
Haha good gravy.
Anyways, it looks like Palin isn’t just showing up on Fear The Fin on a mask. I think we’re due for a twenty game win streak:
It’s a sign, people.
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I’m all for that ad if it means we’ll have a 20 game win streak. Although, I’m a bit confused – would that extra win roll over to the pre-season, or regular season?
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Fools and Sages
Rookie game in the preseason, I think.
"San Jose is where I want to be at the end of the day, and there's an opportunity now to make it there. It is where my heart is." - Jamie McGinn, 2/22/10
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Stalock with the win, I assume.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
Proud member of the "Re-Sign Marleau" Club
Fools and Sages
20 game win streak?
YUS PLS!
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
Beautiful sign indeed.
I actually never knew ads exist on our site till I discovered AdBlock.
And Plank – you should try Chrome.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
I meant I didn’t know ads were here because I was always running AdBlock.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Our Mac running friends
Are less fortunate, unless Safari has an AdBlock feature? You know, I am very surprised a lawsuit against the Mozilla corporation hasn’t surfaced from advertisers for allowing that addon.
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Whatever it takes!
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by ZeroIndulgence on Apr 5, 2010 4:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Great Stuff
Plank you outdid yourself with this post. You are so right about having big hopes and dreams of hoisting the cup last year. This year its like, lets hope we at least get out of the first round and don’t become the punch line for the underchievers society, again.
I have zero expectations of hoisting anything but a cold one this year in the playoffs. Unfortunately the combination of an inconsistent defense and usual lack of killer instinct will be more than this team can overcome.
crap i need help
Does anyone know a popular dish served in Calgary. I read that they don’t have a dish they claim as their own, but are git on Vietnamese dishes….
"Sleep is for the off season."~ Randy Hahn. Never question why the man is up at midnight.
How about anything flambe? But that might be too literal.
"I think I realized after the second or third punch, I should have taken his helmet off sooner." - Ryane Clowe
Proud member of the "Re-Sign Marleau" Club
Fools and Sages
Hmmm
i looked around but theres an awful lot of sushi in Calgary…which confuses me to no end. If you want some Vietnamese recipes I have a cook book…can give you a few appetizer recipes…
"The coaches should tell the goalies to do the splits and then windshield wipers. That's how you'll block shots every time." - Peeny 3.13.10
"Hockey players wear numbers because you can’t always identify the body with dental records."—Anonymous
by mssjsclowie29 on Apr 5, 2010 6:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Cow Town
So I imagine steak has gotta be one of their specialties.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
Last year I kind of wanted the Sharks to play the Ducks in the playoffs, just to see the rivalry intensify more. Bad thinking, so now I do not care who they play.
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by SharksFanEst.1994 on Apr 5, 2010 9:34 PM PDT reply actions
This discussion feels like
"Skillet, we just spent $64,000 in that bar. So we're gonna have to get jobs to cover up the fact that we rob banks" -Mouse Fitzgerald
What is
Beating a dead horse?
"I think people were ready to watch some hockey. We took up enough of everyone’s time."
-Jody Shelley after 87 seconds of hockey fighting against Cam Janssen
I have another one, but I wouldn't want to be...
"I think people were ready to watch some hockey. We took up enough of everyone’s time."
-Jody Shelley after 87 seconds of hockey fighting against Cam Janssen
.....
Did google images come up with a lot of these?! Haha I’m afraid to look!
by AppleSweetRose on Apr 5, 2010 11:04 PM PDT up reply actions
hahaha these are great
More please?
by live every week like it's shark week on Apr 5, 2010 11:08 PM PDT up reply actions
So that we can all soon be barfing horses as well? :p
by AppleSweetRose on Apr 5, 2010 11:15 PM PDT up reply actions
That sounds..painful. Let’s stick to rainbows.
by live every week like it's shark week on Apr 5, 2010 11:44 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm out of dead horses!
Let’s ask GhostofLinkGaetz now. He knows some crazy gifs…
"I think people were ready to watch some hockey. We took up enough of everyone’s time."
-Jody Shelley after 87 seconds of hockey fighting against Cam Janssen
NO
You don’t want to go where he goes to get his GIFS. JJ.AM, 4GIFS, and some of the others are very dark places.
"Skillet, we just spent $64,000 in that bar. So we're gonna have to get jobs to cover up the fact that we rob banks" -Mouse Fitzgerald
Rainbows & Horses
Ah, I just always, always love reading the comments of every post on FTF.
Anyways, I picked the Kings, because… just because. I love the idea.
The Avs made me a bit weary, but I wouldn’t mind.
The Wings…. damn them. I seriously hate them >_<
Apart from the Flyers, Caps, and Devils… the Wings I absolutely despise.
May we see an early, humiliating exit for them this year.
I just wish for the playoffs to start already, blah.
Posts like these make me wish I lived in California and go to one of the playoff games.
If they go the the Conference final, I might just do a quickie trip for a weekend and go to the tank for one.
WAY late to the party, but I voted for Detroit. Not for a “kill the demons” reason, however.
If we get Detroit, that means they backed into the playoffs. It’s the exact opposite of what happened last year when Anaheim came storming up from the basement to catch 8th seed. I know Colorado is the one team that might not even make the playoffs, but Detroit has a longer way to fall.
Besides, I want whoever pulls Motown in the first round to finally expose Osgood as an awful goalie. WIth my luck, however, they’ll ride Howard as long as they can. It’s only fitting, since I picked him in the fantasy draft and then dropped him just before he became the #1.
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Jon Casey fan since '84
These polls always amuse me. 600+ votes?
I wonder how many voters also comment on a regular basis.
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on Apr 6, 2010 12:44 PM PDT reply actions
You know
It is all the traffic from Y! sports nowadays. Not only that, signing up for commenting is a daunting task for some like myself. I was a reader back in the diecast dude days, but only when Plank gave a glowing review of Stubhub did I get so angry that I took that 2 minutes to fill out the form and UNLEASH THE RAGE.
"Skillet, we just spent $64,000 in that bar. So we're gonna have to get jobs to cover up the fact that we rob banks" -Mouse Fitzgerald
this is where
Gray mentions how EASY it to to comment on couchtarts.
We don’t have an awesome message board though. FTF is awesome.
resident cartoonist @CouchTarts Lightning is seven times as hot as the surface of the sun.
That’s still not as hot as Douglas Murray. -mymclife
You sure do plug a ton around here.
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by Matthew_Taylor on Apr 7, 2010 10:11 PM PDT up reply actions
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