Johan Franzen and Detroit Stall San Jose in 7-1 Victory
by Ivano M on May 6, 2010 8:15 PM PDT
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The two teams that were playing in Detroit tonight entered the game with two very different goals in mind. One team wanted to continue building on all the good things that happened to it since the playoffs began. The other team came in frustrated, but desperate, with just one mission-- to survive to live another game. In the end, a more desperate team prevailed, as the Red Wings shocked the once confident Sharks team in a one-sided 7-1 victory.
Nothing in the first five minutes of the game indicated that the game would be so lopsided. In fact, the Sharks dominated that stretch. Early on Detroit got penalized for too-many-men on the ice and the Sharks answered with four shots on that power play, with nothing but Howard preventing the first goal in the game. As the penalty expired, the Sharks continued to pressure on the forecheck, and a turnover in the neutral zone resulted in a 2-on-1 breakaway with Logan Couture carrying the puck into the zone and Torrey Mitchell on his side. Couture decided to do what we've seen the Sharks do most of the time in these situations during the playoffs-- take a shot on the net. In hindsight this might have been a good opportunity to pass, as Mitchell was wide open. Howard caught the shot by Couture, and the score remained tied at 0-0.
The first trouble came as Dwight Helminen took the tripping penalty off the faceoff, putting the Red Wings on their first power play of the game. With Todd Bertuzzi effectively screening Evgeni Nabokov, Johan Franzen shot from the blue line, and the first of many pucks entered the Sharks goal (Franzen would end the night with 6 points-- 4 goals and 2 assists). Huskins stood nearby and frankly, I'm not sure why or who he was covering because he made no attempt to even touch Bertuzzi or his stick.
And then all hell broke lose.
The Red Wings attacks kept coming one after another. They were winning most of the faceoffs, they kept taking the pucks away in the neutral zone, and they took advantage of every miscommunication or error generated by the Sharks who were on the ice at the time. The worst part-- every scoring chance Detroit generated resulted in a goal. Five minutes later the scoreboard indicated 4-0, with Franzen scoring the second fastest hat trick in Stanley Cup playoffs history.
A quick goal by San Jose might have changed the mood on the ice, but it did not happen. Instead, Detroit scored again and the team left to their locker room with score of 5-0 in favor of the home team. In the players minds, and in our own, Game 5 was over. The remainder of the game saw Thomas Greiss getting some good practice time, a few scraps, and a whooping 23 penalties called. Both teams knew that the series will have to continue in San Jose on Saturday.
It just may be that the Sharks needed this kind of loss. One of the concerns that many of us had about sweeping Detroit in a four game series was that the team might get into the Western Conference final with too much confidence. They would have too much rest before playoffs resume next week, and perhaps the coaches would feel that they would not need to change anything, because the Sharks are playing their best hockey of the season.
This loss puts these notions out of the window. The training staff has to go back to the drawing board and reanalyze what went wrong in the Game 4. The players have to refocus, as they were just reminded how Detroit can play in elimination games. The level of desperation shown by the opposing team is not going to go down when the series resumes on Saturday. This will still be yet another elimination game for Lidstrom and company.
Nights like tonight do happen, but the Sharks are in a position where they can say, as did Dan Boyle in a post game interview, "iI's just a loss, and we'll treat it just like any other loss." They still have at least three more games to earn a win, although I'm sure no one wants to come back to Detroit again this spring.
But one thing is certain-- there is no easy road to the conference final. The Sharks will have to leave everything on the ice if they want to advance.
We have already seen them do this more than once during playoffs.
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Firs*shot*
Let’s just move on and pretend this game never happened.
by In Bust we Trust on May 6, 2010 8:23 PM PDT reply actions
When the Sharks win on Saturday, we can all laugh about this game in hindsight, and I can laugh at everyone who doubted my Sharks in 5 prediction. And the boys will still get a good amount of rest and recoup time.
Sigh, tonight still makes me want to puke, though.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
Sharks lead this series 3 - 1!
They did the Detroit fans a favor and let them see Nicholas Lindstrom win one last time in front of them at the Joe.
Come Saturday, they will watch him give his final handshake in a Red Wings uniform.
Still can’t wrap my head around the idea that Lidstrom might retire. Dude plays like he’s twenty five.
"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
Not everybody can be Chris Chelios.
by In Bust we Trust on May 6, 2010 11:08 PM PDT up reply actions
Psh, its a ploy to make his team play harder! Worked tonight, eh?
The Ultimate Leader!
…or something like that.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:09 PM PDT up reply actions
He literally has at least one more year in him as a top pairing defenseman. If he wanted to go the Chelios route, as suggested above, he could probably get into Gordie Howe territory playing in a reduced role.
"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
He's still the best d-man on the Detroit Friggin Red Wings
I always hear the “go out on top” thing, but it just seems so strange when a player actually considers it.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
It could be that he’s tired of playing hockey.
The dude played in 1,400+ games.
On the other hand, I can’t imagine the league without him. He’s always been here since I fell in love with the NHL.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Maybe that's it.
I just can’t picture the Red Wings with out him. Rafalski is nearing the end too and I don’t see any real d-corp coming up for them in the near future. It’s just weird.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Good. I hope their blueline is barren for years and years and years. Their fanbase needs some tough times to bring them back to earth.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:25 PM PDT up reply actions
Recently I read a post I was ready to applaude
It ended with a note to DRW fans, that if they’re to bask in recent success they should also embrace their FULL HISTORY – much of which encompasses a lengthy period of futility before Stevie Y and company finally broke through. Too many of them (by birth or by bandwagon) have only recently embraced the Wings once they became the most successful franchise in all of pro sports. They don’t understand true heartbreak.
I agree. “Their time is done. It’s over.”
GO SHAAARKS
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on May 6, 2010 11:37 PM PDT up reply actions
yzerman arrived
in ‘83. we didnt win the cup til ’97. even when we got the russian five, we got knocked out in ’94 in the first round (as you know), lost the WCF in ’96. upset in ’01 by the kings. ’03 swept by the ducks. ’09 lost game 7 at home. we’ve lost 13 of 24 stanley cup final appearances… i think we know more about heartbreak than you would think
we’ve lost 13 of 24 stanley cup final appearances
24 stanley cup finals appearances? Man, I’d be happy with 1 at this point!
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:19 AM PDT up reply actions
haha seriously
In comparison to 29 other clubs, Wings fans have relatively little to wimper about over the past decade+. It would be like Paris Hilton crying over an ill-fitting haute couture dress for the red carpet.
Regarding my initial statement, there are indeed long-time DRW supporters who remember the long Cup drought and early 90’s chokefest – but again, I mention the teenagers (too young to remember/care) and the bandwagoners (success!) who unfortunately bark the loudest and make me want to roll up a newspaper and bop them on the nose. Again, they do not understand true heartbreak. Just as Paris Hilton likely doesn’t understand the plight of true poverty. Her Charbroiled Kobe Filet may have been undercooked, but I had to eat beef-flavored Top Ramen for a week.
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on May 7, 2010 11:46 AM PDT up reply actions
ugh
paris hilton and miley cyrus in the same thread…i just punched myself in the face!
I thought we were staying classy here
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
Jonas Brothers + Justin Bieber
mwah-ha-haaaa
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on May 7, 2010 12:18 PM PDT up reply actions
ridiculous
what’s a bieber?
never mind, i don’t care!
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
dont get me wrong
i understand what youre saying, but at the same time what can you expect. wings fans are fucking everywhere. theyre a plague. but i dont agree with the notion that they are infinitely more obnoxious than any other club. sometimes the wings hate gets to me, but overall, i love it, keep it coming. mwahahaha.
heres a funny little fact for you guys: of course the habs have us all beat with number of cups, but this is between the leafs and wings:
24 Detroit Red Wings 11 wins 13 losses .458 win %
21 Toronto Maple Leafs 13 wins 8 losses .619 win %
we are that close to second in cup wins
Have to tell you
I appreciate each and every classy Red Wings fan I meet – they go a long way in convincing me that the fanbase isn’t as awful as I would otherwise believe.
I’m a Yankees fan, which is the baseball equivalent of being a Red Wings fan, so I understand your love of the Winged Wheel hatred – it’s easy to sit back and laugh. The Sharks are like the pre-2004 Red Sox (minus the World Series wins in the Ruth-era) = we curse and curse the Red Wings for their success, which we so desperately want to emulate.
Oh, and the Production Line-era of the Red Wings’ history gives me goosebumps. Glorious history right there.
I’m hoping you guys go to the Eastern Conference in the next three years, not just for the obvious reason, but because it should reignite one of the greatest hockey rivalries of all time = Detroit-Toronto. The last realignment really screwed that up.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Wait…did you just lump us in with the Red Sox? Are you TRYING to make me cheer for another team?
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 12:31 PM PDT up reply actions
pre-2004 Red Sox
Key point of what he said. The Red Sox fanbase became unbearably insufferable after 2004.
"Playing Detroit in the playoffs is like paying your taxes. You either pay now or pay later." - Suisun Dan
I hope that, upon a Cup win, we don’t sink to Bostonian levels. I can say this as a Yankees fan – the only thing more annoying than an obnoxious Bombers fan is a delusional Red Sox fan. You should see how many times the Wikipedia page on the rivalry has been edited – it’s hilarious. Red Sox fans actually put in that their team showed “dominance” this past decade. Pffff…
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
yeah
its a catch 22 for me. i love/hate the western conference. love that its much more entertaining and even strengthed. i hate that it means we are worn down by the end. i would hate being in the eastern conference. but at the same time the pens/caps need a wake up call… and yes, i would also love to reignite the leafs rivalry.
What did people say about Stevie Y until 95?
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Remember when Pavel Datsyuk was a playoff choker?
The New Improved Avalanche. Now with Real Coaches!
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on May 7, 2010 11:46 AM PDT up reply actions
win one last time in front of them at the Joe.
Just read that the Joe Louis Arena might not be the Red Wings’ home next year, but instead the Palace of Auburn Hills, where the Pistons play.
Considering I missed the boat on seeing the Sharks at the JLA, I’m one pissed gypsy.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Link?
What’s your visiting arena count so far K?
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
Link for the JLA thing here (at the bottom of the page – should there be a Game 6 that would almost certainly be the last game, barring unforeseen teal catastrophes).
I’ve been to 20 NHL arenas, 11 in the East and 9 in the West (counting SJ).
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
That sir
is freaking impressive.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
Why thank you – I encourage everyone to take in a road trip if / when possible. One of the best road experiences I had was here in California, in Anaheim – you needn’t go far.
Best non-SJ arena? You’ll hate me for this – American Airlines Center, home of the Dallas Stars. Luxurious in the extreme. Close runner-up = the new Prudential Center, home of the Devils. The area it’s in is dodgy as all hell, however.
Worst arena – Nassau Coliseum, where the Islanders play. Apologies to Dominik, but we’ve talked about it and I think he agrees with me.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
I'm glad I was unable to watch the game.
I am somewhat glad it happened because it has helped me shift my focus back on to the series as opposed to thinking to far ahead. HP is going to be rocking Saturday night and should give the Sharks a boost.
Proud member of the "Don't Trade Marleau" club.
Fear the Fin: Where Sharks Fans Aren't Like Other Sharks Fans.
by SharksFanEst.1994 on May 6, 2010 8:26 PM PDT reply actions
Well, shit son
You best be watching Game 5! They clearly missed your mojo…
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 8:48 PM PDT up reply actions
I missed Game 1 also because I had lacrosse at the same time.
So I assumed the mojo was good since it worked in Game 1. Obviously, that was not the case.
Proud member of the "Don't Trade Marleau" club.
Fear the Fin: Where Sharks Fans Aren't Like Other Sharks Fans.
by SharksFanEst.1994 on May 7, 2010 10:22 PM PDT up reply actions
Saturday night should be a Pavelski-out at The Tank
We had the Reech-out a few years back, a Pavelski-out would be far more enjoyable than a Orange Out ever again….
by 420Sharksfan on May 6, 2010 8:30 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
LOL
Just noticed the one screaming Pavelski.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
This would be the most amazing thing ever.
If I was rich I’d print out 17,000 of those and hand them out myself.
Drew: Fill in the blank: "When I'm on the ice with Douglas Murray, I..."
Nabby: Poop yourself.
Thanks for the recap
This is one reason why I’m not a working journalist/blogger because I often go MIA for a few hours after a game like today haha.
The last (and only) time the Sharks were slapped with a 7-1 losing decision in the postseason was back on April 28th 1994, Game 6 in Detroit. Two days later, with all the intensity and pressure surrounding a Game 7 in enemy territory, the Sharks answered with a 3-2 victory to advance.
Shake it off and end the series at home in Game 5!
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
First game I haven't watched...
Was at Shark’s ice watching my boys in skating lessons. Glad I missed this one. I’ll just pretend it didn’t happen.
If you asked me a week ago whether I’d take a split in Detroit, I’d have taken it in a heartbeat.
If you asked me a week ago whether I’d take a split in Detroit, I’d have taken it in a heartbeat.
Only thing keeping me from getting out this ever so convenient noose I keep under my bed during the postseason.
"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
Win 2 at home, split on the road, win at home, series over. That was always the formula for my Sharks in 5 prediction. And it’s right on track.
Really, the only super shitty part of this is how bad the Sharks looked tonight, and the fears it might be a harbinger of things to come. I mean, would we feel this lousy had the Sharks played pretty well, and lost 3-2, or 4-2? I doubt it. It’s the 7-1 drubbing that’s gotten inside of our heads. Let’s hope the players are stronger…
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:15 PM PDT up reply actions
I don't really feel lousy
I can’t really explain it.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Weirdo…
I sure as hell do. I don’t like it when the Sharks lose. I’ll be back on my feet before Game 5, though. And I plan on being in attendance, so I’ll be pretty amped.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:18 PM PDT up reply actions
I hate when the Sharks lose.
But with an ass whipping of this magnitude I just went numb about 4 goals in and then didn’t care anymore. My hopes of a win were crushed so quickly that I never really had a chance to build up the true possibility of a sweep.
If we had lost a close one I’d feel much worse. I felt absolutely wretched after game 3 in round 1. True the overall situation was worse, but I was incoherent for hours after that one, this one I just didn’t care after the first ended at all.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
In my mind, a close loss wouldda meant the Sharks didn’t completely shit the bed, and there were things to build on going home. There is nothing to build on from this game…other than Greiss got some playoff experience (and held the fort pretty damn well, actually). I just worry about what a loss of this magnitude means going forward.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:22 PM PDT up reply actions
I think this loss will be easier for the team to put behind them.
They, as a team, collectively shit the bed. It’s not a gut wrenching loss, it’s a humbling loss, which, after 6 wins probably doesn’t hurt that bad.
I’m being overly positive, but I can’t imagine that they think this is how they play as a team or will let it get to them. I expect them to rebound, or overcome, like they have all playoffs.
I’m not even remotely close to panic right now. Maybe Saturday, but not at all right now.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Yeah, I’m kind of the same way. Until game five. Then my intensity level gets ratcheted up to astronomical levels.
If they lose game five, I’m officially in gray hair territory.
"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
They won’t lose game 5. They can’t lose game 5…becuase I would have a heart attack and then drink myself into oblivion for a week…and no one wants that.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:28 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh
If we lose game 5 in a blow out I’ll probably rip every last hair in my playoff beard out with my bare hands.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
That sounds painful. Just drink…it’ll be easier…
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:31 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm in shockingly good spirits after my team lost 7-1 in the playoffs
I’ve only got so much to give.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
They do seem to be a much more mentally tough team this year. And really, it wasn’t a terrible game, it was a terrible period. And then things coasted to their inevitable conclusion. No one got hurt. Nabby got some rest. They’re coming home.
OK, I feel better.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:27 PM PDT up reply actions
We're up 3-1 on Detroit
This is the best situation that everybody hoped for going into this. I can’t see panicking now.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
however
If I had to choose which of the games at the Joe to win, I would have chosen Game 4 and take the momentum back to San Jose
I don't believe momentum carries over from game to game
Look at the end of game 3 and then what happened in game 4. Maybe for a minute or two, but the momentum changes quickly on the ice.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
I'm gonna be super cliche right now...
Momentum is the next shift. I mean, seriously, the Sharks should be fucking amped on Saturday. If they aren’t, well, this isn’t the team we all thought they were. I believe they are, though.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 10:15 AM PDT up reply actions
Yup, pretty much
the amount of pressure changes from game to game, but I think the on ice momentum is determined as the game goes along, not by the past.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Some cliches are cliche because they are true
Phrasing what you said a different way, momentum is all about how your team responds to a given situation.
I do believe momentum is a real phenomenon in games, and sometimes in series (See Edmonton, 2006), but it only works if the guys on the ice respond. You see sometimes a hit, a fight, a strong shift or a goal creates “momentum,” which is just a fancy way of saying someone inspired his teammates with his effort and the rest of the team elevates their game to match.
For the Sharks to “reverse” the momentum, it’s all about belief. Given the emotion and composure we’ve seen from them prior to game 4, I have no doubt that they CAN reverse the momentum. But, it’s all about how the actually respond on the ice.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
OK
I still think there is some kind of game to game momentum within series as well as shift to shift momentum within games.
But like Elvis is saying, it’s all about the players’ mentality. I think after a bad loss like that there is gonna be some pressure, some bruised confidence. It’s not necessarily overwhelming, but it’s there no matter what they say.
Do I think they can get through it and show up big tomorrow and win the series? Oh course I do and I think they will. However, I would have liked it if we’d already overcome that pressure as in the possible scenario when we had the bad loss Game 3 and then had a big show in Game 4 to win it.
That also would have done some to slow down the Red Wings confidence, even though I realize they’re pros and probably aren’t gonna be too heavily affected by something like that.
Just my preferences for how things would have worked out.
It could be seen as an opportunity for the Sharks to prove, yet again, their stones.. If they rebound tomorrow and win then losing 7-1 didn’t matter much and the Sharks proved they have what it takes…
That’s my point. I just wish we had already done it if that makes sense.
by PNK on May 7, 2010 3:51 PM PDT up reply actions
Call me a Pollyanna
but I don’t feel lousy either. Shit I had the broom out until about 11 mintues left in the third lol. They had a bad game yes indeed. A real stinker. Will it repeat itself? I just don’t think so. I have a feeling Nabby’s gonna be standing on his little Russian head on Saturday. No one is harder on Nabby than Nabby…and let us not forget the force that is the Big Pavelski…
The positive things the Sharks have been doing has given me a confidence in them I never had before. Sure, there’s still the little nagging doubt, so many years of disappointment will do that to a person, but it gets smaller and smaller as these games go on. I look at last night as a hiccup, nothing more. It’s just a loss so let’s get over it and win on Saturday! One more game, that’s all we need! We eat adversity for breakfast!! GO SHARKS!!
"Whatever planet he's on, I think everyone wants to get on it with him" - Joe Thornton on Joe Pavelski
"It's a kook fest" - Drew Remenda
"What an idiot" - Craig Rivet
"Al Stalock, his reflexes are so good he can smell a fart before someone even lays one"
I'm definitely sticking with how my NHL 10 post-season ended...
Round 1: 4-2
Round 2: 4-1
Round 3: 4-0
Finals: 4-0
by SharksFanTillDeath on May 7, 2010 10:24 AM PDT up reply actions
ditto … cause I was saying the same … I would be thrilled with winning one of their two at home … so far everything is according to plan … (okay didn’t see the stomping, but still)
it’s all good … Sharks will pull this thru … I believe it
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
I was talking to my Wings co-worker today and telling him the pressure was on us more so on them cause we would have to hear all the choke crap that comes with not winning the series. And with my Sharks co-worker we were discussing just this sort of game. Worried that it was on the horizon.
But … given this game, whatever. Sharks in 5!! (okay I’ve been saying 6 but I’m leaning towards they are coming out pissed on Saturday and will finish this off)
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
In hind sight I don't like the theory of Sharks in 6 at all
I don’t want to go back to the Joe. I hate that place.
I picked 6 too.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
I don’t think the Sharks win in 6…I think if they don’t win in 5, they’ll have to win a game 7. Detroit + Momentum + the Joe = Bad News.
Luckily, we won’t have to worry about it after game 5, right?
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 10:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Damn right we won’t have to worry bout it after game 5 … :)
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
Detroit + Momentum + the Joe = Bad News.
This is almost as fundamental as e=mc^2
"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
No point in beating around the bush. The Wings came out hungrier, more passionate, and more determined. They treated this like a must win (which it was), and the Sharks didn’t. I think it’s easier said than done to match the desperation of a team that’s teetering on the brink of elimination when it’s not truly a must win for the other squad. A team as proud as the Wings was not going to let themselves be swept, and though I guess I was mentally prepare to accept a loss tonight, I definitely wanted and expected it to be closer.
As said in the great recap, this could actually be exactly what the guys needed: a reality check and a kick in the ass. A reminder that this isn’t a movie, and you can’t cruise to the SCFs solely on the euphoria of taking a 3-0 lead on public enemy #1.
All that said, I’m not particularly worried. This team has already demonstrated they have the mental tenacity, drive, and desire to win necessary to succeed in the postseason. Boyle’s postgame quote really summed things up.
Here’s to a rowdy game 5, and go Sharks!
..:Fear The Fin:..
The artist formerly known as cyoung
by OtherKid on May 6, 2010 8:56 PM PDT via mobile reply actions
In the interview after, the mule did say that ‘not getting sweeped’ was the big motivation. That motivation was gone. Hopefully the hopelessness of the task will hit them a bit.
I hope so
If I recall right, of the 8x Detroit has fallen into a 0-3 series hole, they’ve obviously failed to advance, forced a game 7 once and then got swept out of every other series. This time, they’ve managed to avoid the brooms in a BIG way, so kudos on that…but now it’s time to die in the hostile confines of the SHARK TANK this Saturday. It ends in 5.
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on May 6, 2010 9:34 PM PDT up reply actions
That was extremely hard to watch....
It was an exercise in self control for me, as I literally wanted to start throwing furniture at the television. Sure it’s just one game and we still have the upperhand, but these reminders of our past failures against Detroit keep running through my mind, and I struggle to keep my thoughts positive that this is a new Sharks team that has shown resilience and the ability to overcome. Nobody can say they weren’t expecting the Wings to come out guns blazing, but that was truly an embarrassment. It was almost as if every goal scored took several minutes off the clock, as It was “The Mule Show” all the way, and it sucked seeing him make the record books instead of us making the history books. Once they scored goal 4, you pretty much knew our boys were out of the game. I think the goal off Cranky’s skate pissed me off the most for some reason. I know it wasn’t entirely his fault, but the fact Nabby let that softy in, just like game 3. You also can’t really blame him entirely for tonight’s loss, because really the team as a whole just didn’t show up. I am sorta glad that it’s going to a Game 5 though, because if I can find a ticket I plan on being at The Tank to cheer the boys on and say goodbye to the octopi. Let’s remind them why we’re the toughest road arena to play in the NHL damn straight!!
The Sharks need to play like 2 Live Crew, "As Nasty As They Want To Be" -Drew Remenda
by 408SharksFinatic on May 6, 2010 9:44 PM PDT reply actions
I like Angry Joe....
because an Angry Shark is a Hungry Shark.
I didn’t think the Sharks would sweep the Wings, they are too good of a team to go down easily. However I sure hope they learn from this and BRING IT on Saturday. Plus I have tickets to game 5. Woo-hoo!!! GO SHARKS!!!!
I was lurking over at the Wings blog. It amazes me their manager is just as bad as the commentators over there. He whines and calls Joe Thornton a punk. I’m very pleased that Plank is the voice of reason here. As fans we need someone to calm us down and say everything will be alright.
"Even the Swedes are getting mad."-Randy Hahn
"It's very cozy in the sin bin."-Randy Hahn
Before this series started
I said I dreamed that we’d win the first two and split in Detroit (of course we won the fifth) but I thought that dream was too good to be true. Sure, we got our asses blown out 7-1, not exactly how I envisioned it, but here we are, up 3-1 headed back to the tank. I couldn’t have honestly asked for more before this series started, I’m still excited about this team and I can’t wait for Saturday.
I couldn’t even find it in me to be upset when we were down 4-0.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Message for the Wings
Welcome back to the tank…
RAWR!!!!!
I’M A SHAAAAAAAAAAAAARK!!!!
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 10:31 PM PDT up reply actions
Hey, still better than heading back home tied 2-2
Digest this, refocus, big picture is the Sharks are still up 3-1. Red Wings are still at the brink. Gotta give it to them, they blew up the oxygen tank tonight. But IIRC, there was a sequel…
Game 5. Go Sharks.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
I would rather have the Sharks lose 10-1 than lose a close game 3-2.
You learn a helluva lot more about yourself when you lose big.
Quietest postgame thread ever.
"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
So much for that “reverse bandwagon” we thought we had.
by In Bust we Trust on May 6, 2010 11:06 PM PDT up reply actions
They’re readying the forces, ready to storm the gate. Only thing keeping them out at this point is the two day waiting period.
That and the fact that we’re just one more late night meeting away from hiring Ivan’s KGB muscle for moderator duties.
"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
Eh, we’re still up 3-1. Still not too much to bag on us for. One bad period. Shitty, yes…but hard to be hostile about. Now, should game 5 not end this series…hold on to your butts!
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:10 PM PDT up reply actions
I think another reason for the crickets is that there really isn’t much to talk about—yeah, we had a bad game, yeah, Franzen is a beast, yeah, were still up 3-1, and yeah, we just have to reqroup and play really well in game 5 and win.
See? I just summed it up, with a lot of “yeahs”
by In Bust we Trust on May 6, 2010 11:13 PM PDT up reply actions
It’s true. There’s not much to say. The Sharks sucked…they better be better on Saturday. Q.E.D.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:17 PM PDT up reply actions
Is there a link to the original game thread?
I can’t find it anywhere…
Ban many trolls today?
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Hmmm. I usually take all the threads off the front page once the game is completed, and thought you guys could see them under “Archives.”
If you can’t get to them, I can find it and shoot you a link. Should probably include those in future recaps if this is the case.
"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
I can find the 2nd and 3rd period threads under fanshots, but the game thread isn’t under Archives.
Just wanted to see how bad it got, I left work shortly after the first ended and there was really only one guy that was out of hand.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
That was me – my bad. Apologies all around.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
(joking)
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Personally, I didn’t think it was overall that bad. Part depressing, part disbelief, part sad, humorous incredulity. One of the guys was being kind of a dick about things, and someone else was being pretty anti-nabby without much of a base…but I thought FTF held it together pretty well, all things considered.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:25 PM PDT up reply actions
I wanted Nabby pulled
much for the same reasons Plank mentioned at the start of the 2nd period thread. Just no reason to leave him out there at that point.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Agreed.
He was getting no help, we weren’t coming back…let him rest and get ready for game 5…which we’ll need him in top shape for.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:29 PM PDT up reply actions
I’ll be sure to provide a link to all of them in the postgame recap comments after every game going forward.
"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
We weren't really that bad.
Considering how the game was going, there was 1 troll, Ghost being his usually Meth doting self and some decent discussion over whether or not to pull Nabby.
Pretty good really.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Sharks need to come out strong in game 5
just like they did in game one. Came out with a roar, then. McClellan was right, this game was a spanking. But spankings are supposed to be learning experiences. The Sharks supposedly flew back to SJ right after the game, where Det was supposed to fly out on Friday. McClellan and staff will be putting our Sharks through some good practice drills on Friday, as well as drill some desperation into the team.
I think the Sharks can come back and win game 5, if they come out strong. Own the game from the 1st puck drop (throw).
"Nice Save!" --Nabby, to Blake
To add...
Players are going to be interviewed after plays or scores or games, etc, but, I really wish that Couture had kept his mouth shut about Howard’s vulnerabilities. It gave Howard a chance to be aware of them and to work on them. Give out that info to your fellow players, not to the public. Of course, this would be for the Sharks on their offensive side of the ice, and had nothing to do with their defensive side of the ice.
"Nice Save!" --Nabby, to Blake
Players are going to be interviewed after plays or scores or games, etc, but, I really wish that Couture had kept his mouth shut about Howard’s vulnerabilities. It gave Howard a chance to be aware of them and to work on them.
This is actually a pretty good point, and one I didn’t even remotely consider.
Can’t really blame him though. His mouth is so huge!
/cues teeth jokes
"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
he's a shark
its only appropriate to have well defined chompers
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
Still sticking to the idea that they should play a video of Couture chomping the air when the Sharks go on the power play. Would be epic.
"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
I think talk is overrated at this point.
Sharks were saying all the right things leading to Game 4, and then came out and couldn’t put two crisp passes together.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
I agree...
I thought at the time it was a rookie mistake, but didn’t mention anything. Never give away your advantages in the media…
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:23 PM PDT up reply actions
You honestly can't blame Couture for that
There are waaay too many professionals behind the bench and in the video room, breaking down every nuance of the game – from their own weaknesses, to the vulnerabilities of their opponent. What Couture said to the media was nothing but the tip of the ice berg as far as the analytical dissection of their performance.
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on May 6, 2010 11:27 PM PDT up reply actions
It doesn't matter...
Howard was quoted saying “That’s what I always do — I laid down, take everything away,” “I’d do the same thing again. It just happened to find a hole.”
With that said, I doubt he’s going to make any major changes.
The Sharks need to play like 2 Live Crew, "As Nasty As They Want To Be" -Drew Remenda
by 408SharksFinatic on May 6, 2010 11:38 PM PDT up reply actions
I've decided the Sharks thought too many pundits were jumping on their bandwagon
And was trying to shew them back off as forcefully as possible.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
That or it was a business request from the ownership group.
One more home game at HP in this series is going to do wonders to the bottom line.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Yes, who would pass up 17,000 tickets worth of money plus all the useless merchandise that peope buy. And the food.
by In Bust we Trust on May 6, 2010 11:17 PM PDT up reply actions
and booze..
Restaurants in downtown are celebrating too. Saturday night, 7pm, and late night drinking after..
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Nah, someone just FedEx’d their gameplan back to San Jose a day early on accident. Fire that assistant and get back on track in game 5.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:16 PM PDT up reply actions
Why did Datsyuk had to screw the plans of Team Russia?
They’re still keeping a spot open for him.
Bykov should give him one more call.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Hell..
Headline in Russian media..
Kind of true. Actually, very true.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
/cry
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 6, 2010 11:26 PM PDT up reply actions
I cried too.
Don’t know how it’s only now I’m seeing all the parallels.
5 goals on almost as many shots, avalanche of attacks.
Even the coach is the same.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Well, he never did get a chance to play Sweden...
I’m crying a little inside, poor Nabby.
That’s really my only concern after that game.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
I'm using my Nabby Firefox persona
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And it’s providing a sense of calm as I stare at my monitor. Still fitting more than 6 years later.
As I see it, it was not his ‘Second Canada.’ It was a similar off night for sure, but hardly the monumental disappointment bestowed upon him by his own conscience, country and hockey fans around the world in a marquee match up on the Olympic stage.
He’ll bounce back for Game 5. Along with the Sharks skaters. That’s the beauty of a 7-game 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 May 6, 2010 11:50 PM PDT up reply actions
Sweet!
Love it!
"Whatever planet he's on, I think everyone wants to get on it with him" - Joe Thornton on Joe Pavelski
"It's a kook fest" - Drew Remenda
"What an idiot" - Craig Rivet
"Al Stalock, his reflexes are so good he can smell a fart before someone even lays one"
Biggest difference:
Not an elimination game.
Proud member of the "Don't Trade Marleau" club.
Fear the Fin: Where Sharks Fans Aren't Like Other Sharks Fans.
by SharksFanEst.1994 on May 7, 2010 10:29 PM PDT up reply actions
“If I have to go in there right now and talk to them, shame on them,” San Jose coach Todd McLellan said. “They saw the same game that I watched. We’re all very disappointed. I haven’t used that word in a good month. We’re all disappointed. We weren’t prepared when we knew what was coming.”
I imagine Ron Wilson in the same position
“No big deal. You media guys will make a big deal out of it, but all we have to do is win one of the next three. That’s the attitude we’re taking.”
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
I really love Todd McLellan
I know he did everything in his power to get this team ready.
I know they’ll listen before game 5.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
I do like how he always takes part of the blame.
Few sleepless nights for him coming up.
Saturday is the biggest night of his coaching career to this point.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
It's just refreshing after dealing with RW for years.
He just inspires confidence, not cake baking analogies.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
if ever there was a time for us to "overcome", this is it.
way more than game 3. because this could be it… we could move on to the next round if we win tomorrow and just be DONE with detroit.
and i think we will.
I’m just glad the Wings got really desperate in this game and not in Game 3. We could easily be looking at a 2-2 series, but instead we were lucky enough to fight back and take Game 3.
Tonight was a nightmare but I came away with a few positives. First off is that Thomas Griess got some good playoff experience against a very hungry, aggressive team that peppered him with a ton of shots in less than a full game of play and I thought he did very well after the first goal.
Also, I LOVED seeing Joe get angry and try to goad the Wings into taking some penalties. Nichol was pretty feisty the whole night as well which I enjoyed.
Plus, I kinda expected this to be honest. For one, we all knew the Wings were not going to lie down and get swept at home. That seemed unlikely given this corp of players. I know the last time they went down 2-0 in a series they ended up getting swept by the Ducks but they ran into a hot goalie with super huge pads in Giguere that year. This group of Wings has been to two consecutive Finals and won 2 years ago. The last time we went up 3-0, was against the Avs and we lost 2 in a row and won in Game 6 to go to our only Conference Finals appearance. Hopefully that won’t happen again, as it would be very comforting to win at home in Game 5.
I hope the boys are able to regroup and overcome this latest stage of adversity in these young players. Nobody said this would be easy. Previous Sharks teams would likely wilt at this kind of stuff, but this current team seems to have a much stronger resolve and resiliency.
Agreed
This is our series to lose and one thing that always pissed me off about Nabokov deciding when he is playing is we have no real idea of what we have on the depth chart behind him, tonight we got a peek at Griess and for the most part I liked what I saw.
In previous years we would have lost in 5 to the Avs. This is a new team, this team is not going to find a new and crueler way to break our hearts. We are going to the conference finals.
Who’s gonna finish this off? I am going Boyle. - FML! No more OT Predictions from me!
Sorry, one thing I'd like to point out.
This is our series to lose
This is our series to win. I know it’s just the way it gets looked at, but I see the glass as half full right now.
by Chicago Shark on May 7, 2010 8:51 AM PDT up reply actions
As do I
I am not phased by this at all. I say this is ours to lose because there is no reason that this would possibly be the outcome.
Who’s gonna finish this off? I am going Boyle. - FML! No more OT Predictions from me!
ZOMFG!
I actually was trying to type ZOMG! in the subject box, but my fingers hit the eff anyway.
I thought it was funny.
Looking forward to a strong effort on Saturday. Also, cheers to the folks who kept it classy in the game thread. I had to be on the road for the third period, but I think the FTF regulars kept the game in good perspective. It’s why, win or lose, I enjoy being on FTF. I can share the highs and be talked out of the tree during the lows by cool, relatively sane people.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Not too worried
Yeah it was disappointing but its our series to lose and I’d be shocked to see it go past 5.
I thought Griess looked good aside from the obvious rust when you consider the Wings didn’t take their foot off the gas until almost the end of the game.
Nabby needs to recover from this a lot faster then he did the Olympics.
Who’s gonna finish this off? I am going Boyle. - FML! No more OT Predictions from me!
Didn't he have a couple solid games shortly after the Olympics?
I mean before the losing streak actually kicked in.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Maybe...
I found his confidence pretty shaken though, he was pretty sloppy handling the puck and what not, against this team we just can’t have that.
Who’s gonna finish this off? I am going Boyle. - FML! No more OT Predictions from me!
Not shortly after.
I see that you completely erased “the streak” from your memory. Good for you.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
“The streak” coincided with a few other “streaks” in my pantalones during that period of my life.
It was not the best of days, to be certain.
"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
It’s a bit different though – if you think about it, it was just one bad period and the Sharks didn’t even play so bad. It’s just that everything Detroit created went into our goal. The rest of the time was just a street brawl and coasting by both teams.
This team have surprised me so many times this season that I have a good feeling about tomorrow.
Despite me watching the game with an hour or so delay.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Oh definitely— I was just making a comment on how I had to buy some new pants during the six game losing streak in the middle of March.
I’m actually not all that concerned right now, just because the results of last night were so ridiculous. A loss at home in game five however, and I will not be in a good place mentally.
"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
Nice passes by Detroit in the first period and… some lucky bounces. I think off the 5th goal (?) off of Murray’s skate Nabby could have had, but he was pretty shell shocked by then. LOL as Earl said on BoC, def. a distinct kicking motion off of Murray’s skate. NO GOAL!
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 9:03 AM PDT up reply actions
Yea that
was a pretty fluke goal… but ill take it. Those are the kind of goals where you know its just not your night… When howard let in that third goal in game 3.. i knew we were doomed.. i just had a feeling.
that kind of goal is standard
really seems like most of them are bounces off bodies or skates. The only goal that has annoyed me is the top shelf, Pavel wrister the other night where he took Jumbo’s pass in against a few sharks and scored from the blueline.
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
I know, Jumbo fail. I have looked at that one over and over.
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 9:13 AM PDT up reply actions
Haha
Yea thats a goal that shouldnt never be allowed by any goaltender, regular season or playoffs. Its like it completely froze him or somethin.
I know. That one was on sleepy/shell shocked Nabokov. I was talking more about the fly ball with Boyle. Lucky bounce right into the stick.
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 9:17 AM PDT up reply actions
In all fairness, the Sharks had a different kind of streak before the losing streak, and that was one of coming back. The 3 games prior, and almost all 4 games between the olympics and “the streak” were 3rd period come backs.
Not sure why I pointed that out, I just felt it’s worth mentioning.
Douglas Murray, biggest offensive threat.
The original six teams always say....
Respect History and here is my rebuttal
[Game 6] 4.28.1994 @ Detroit: Sharks 1, Wings 7
[Game 7] 4.30.1994 @ Detroit: Sharks 3, Wings 2
Lopsided win followed by elimination… respect history.
Who’s gonna finish this off? I am going Boyle. - FML! No more OT Predictions from me!
my suggestion to the Sharks is to
win Saturday night
by TimLaser and MattyC on May 7, 2010 1:39 AM PDT reply actions
Trying to nip this in the bud right now— I don’t care if you guys come over and want to discuss the game, but please keep it on the level.
I guess I should assume this would happen considering some of our readers went to WIM after Sharks wins, but please try and keep it somewhat civil.
Cheers.
"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
I thought I was being civil.
At least we didn’t come in with pictures of cut up brooms or calling for Thornton’s head on a platter for the cheap shots.
Okay okay…so that was a not so subtle way to state that the brooms can be cut up and calling for Thornton’s head on a platter for the cheap shots. :)
Seriously though, from reading FTT it’s nice to not get banned for my first post like I did over at Five for Yelping. You’re an alright crowd over here.
you know…for Tuna fans. :)
Don't Panic!
At least...we are not Octopi fans...
The broom talk was a little crazy (actually a lot crazy)…
You definitely were. I guess I’m just a little spooked considering the theatrics that went on over at WIM the other night, and the fact that you were a first time poster here who came in by posting a Red Wings pic. I didn’t see your comments below until later.
That and the fact you can never trust a Wings fan. Rational thought never does seem to penetrate those tin foil hats ;)
"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
woohoo! tickets go on sale in 3 hours
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
Hi! I am glad you showed up. I have a question.
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 7:04 AM PDT up reply actions
yes??
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
See directly below.
"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
ha! yeah just seeing all that … scrolling thru while working … always slows me up … :)
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
You’re a drive-by poster. Plank and Detroit fan came to the rescue. =)
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 9:06 AM PDT up reply actions
yeah there are times when I’m here, other times scimming – comes with being a mom and having a job … :)
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
Excuses, excuses… :-P
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 9:48 AM PDT up reply actions
Because I also come here to soak in more hockey knowledge….is this goaltender interference?
@ about 21 secs. on the replay.
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 7:05 AM PDT reply actions
*soak up
Anyway, the “Mule” is settling into Nabokov like a recliner. I am not griping, just curious as a hockey fan. By the way, for Detroit fans, “mule” in Japanese is “raba” pron. kind of like “robber.” heh heh
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 7:17 AM PDT up reply actions
Goaltenders are protected within their crease. The contact was initiated outside of the crease, which gives Nabokov less protection. Think of it this way— he still has rights, but he has less rights than he usually would.
Deliberate contact is never allowed in any circumstances, but incidental contact is. Franzen’s seems like incidental contact to me, but that’s a judgement call both the officials and fans have to make.
It’s one I looked at on replay afterwards as well, but there’s nothing there in my mind that would indicate goaltender interference.
"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
Franzen has history
Guy has mastered that spot on the so I think he has “earned” the benefit of the calls. Its not like he is Avery who is skating in that area just to stir up some shit; he goes with a purpose and everyone expects him (and other wings) to establish themselves there.
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
Thanks. Actually its really clear to me now. Someone had mentioned “borderline goalie interference” in the game day thread earlier and this is my first time to actually see a good replay of it.
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 7:28 AM PDT up reply actions
San Jose showed up to that gunfight last night and didn’t even bring a knife!
My only complaint is detroit fans calling xm radio and STILL bitching about calls…Jumbo is a Goon, etc.
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
Detroit fans will always bitch. There is no joy in Hockeytown…ever.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 9:50 AM PDT up reply actions
Angry Joe
I disagree with a lot of people saying angry Joe is a good thing. The guy is at his best when he is aggressive, especially after someone pops him, but if he is mad and throwing shots after the whistle the sharks are usually getting tooled.
don’t wait till you are down 5 to get emotionally involved jumbo!
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
Okay so I haven't posted here until this morning
So don’t think I’m a complete troll. But I have been reading FTT since the Wings advanced. I applaud the general concensus here yesterday “Don’t count your chickens” and it turned out to hold a substantial amount of water.
I fully expected one of two extremes last night, and I am grateful for the one that panned out. Tomorrow night’s game will be exciting and hopefully I’ll be able to watch it.
Either way, I am impressed with the Sharks this year. It’s been stated in other blogs that yea, SJ did have a much easier first round, but at the same time, they had that easier first round with the #1 seed which they earned.
Honestly, SHOULD the Sharks advance, I am actually hoping for them over Chicago to go to the finals as I think they’re better suited to take out the Golden Boy and his entourage.
Don't Panic!
I think tomorrow night will be the hardest for Detroit to win— The Tank should be rocking and smelling blood, and the Sharks have played extremely well at home during these playoffs when they have the crowd behind them. If the Wings pull off a victory however, things are going to get crazy.
Game six at The Joe is not what the doctor ordered. At least not my doctor.
"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
First goal by the Sharks tomorrow will go long ways to help this team.
Long ways.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
I’d say the first three goals…in a 1:19 stretch by the Sharks…would be just dandy.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 9:51 AM PDT up reply actions
ahhahahahahahhaha
now thats comedy. LOL! //slaps leg….oh man. Funny.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 10:35 AM PDT up reply actions
honest to God.
If Clowie ever does that I will most certainly be running the streets in just his jersey…100%
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 10:39 AM PDT up reply actions
now now...
that would jinx him…and we wouldn’t want that…apparently to some media personnel Clowie is holding up the team.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 11:54 AM PDT up reply actions
OR
it may just “inspire” him!! food for thought…
Mike Babcock's wife thinks Joe Pavelski's a STUD!! Enough said.
Naw
I think I’ve seen his g/f….I would not inspire him…I’d just make him laugh. We’ll have to wait and see….:)
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 11:58 AM PDT up reply actions
1/4 troll
you are supposed to say “the sky is falling”
I am kinda hoping for a SJ v Van matchup so I can enjoy the battle of words with family up that way!
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
Only a 1/4?
I don’t know if the NHL will go for a SJ/Van series. Clearly Chicago is going to win to keep Versuses ratings up. :)
Don't Panic!
Even if the NHL is smart and organized enough to commit a conspiracy
The Octopi have gotten their fair share of the benefits…
Its hard to pile on someone who walks in aware they may be taking the troll position.
Detroit smashed SJ so as a fav movie quote: “laugh it up doughboy”. Playoffs would be boring without some series swings!
And I may have to get one of them hats
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
I applaud the general concensus here yesterday "Don’t count your chickens" and it turned out to hold a substantial amount of water.
Yeah I knew the Wings wouldn’t go out quietly, but instead with a big bang! Hopefully (for us) tomorrow tho we can give our hearts a little rest. Altho I originally said Sharks in 6, if this goes past 5, I think someone needs to check me into the hospital. :)
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
Honestly...no biggie
Would I have liked wrapped it up in 4? Sure…but look what happened to the Pens yesterday…everyone thought they were will on their way but it’s now 2-2…
Was yesterday’s game atrocious…yeah…but they happen. In some way, I like the lopsided loss…it’s was so ridiculous that it is easier to forget. This series has been pretty close (despite the 3-1 Sharks lead)…the Octopi got all the breaks yesterday. That’s why it’s a best of 7.
As for the “pressure” on the Sharks? I am officially over it…we are in it to win Lord Stanley’s Cup. If the Sharks can’t handle the pressure to win one game out of the next three…they are not going win the Cup. I fully expect the Sharks to come out firing on Saturday…and if they don’t…we will know that this team may not have what it takes to wi the whole thing.
In any case: Go Sharks!
Pavel Datsyuk
I was busy fretting and palm facing but I did see Datsyuk overextend what looked like his groin; did anyone notice if he returned?
P.S. “Franzen” translated from Swederlander to English is “turd burglar”.
I'll drink that! oh...I'll drink TO that, oh crap I quit drinking.
Related
What is Stuart’s status for game 5?
damn
I hate that guy
"Whatever planet he's on, I think everyone wants to get on it with him" - Joe Thornton on Joe Pavelski
"It's a kook fest" - Drew Remenda
"What an idiot" - Craig Rivet
"Al Stalock, his reflexes are so good he can smell a fart before someone even lays one"
Interestingly enough, from what I've read
The general consensus among Wings fans appears to be in favor of Stuart riding the pine, despite the added physicality he adds to their blueline. He’s been turned inside out a few times by the Sharks and has allowed his emotions (still bitter about being SJ trade bait?) to get the better of him. If Babcock says gimpy Stuart will be on the ice for Game 5, well then, the Sharks will need to make the most of those shifts. Exploit Stuey!
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on May 7, 2010 10:46 AM PDT up reply actions
He's been their most physical d-man
If they lose him they’re in more trouble than they want to admit.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
(still bitter about being SJ trade bait?)
Its obvious everytime he’s interviewed by one of our guys. He has this look on his face like he just smelled something rotten lol.
"Whatever planet he's on, I think everyone wants to get on it with him" - Joe Thornton on Joe Pavelski
"It's a kook fest" - Drew Remenda
"What an idiot" - Craig Rivet
"Al Stalock, his reflexes are so good he can smell a fart before someone even lays one"
by sharkiesgirl on May 7, 2010 11:01 AM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, but doesn't he still make his offseason home here?
I’m pretty sure his wife is from the area, and I believe that he participates in the unofficial offseason practices. I chalk it more up to him accepting that he is a Detroit Red Wing and is just tired of that question being asked rather than actual bitterness towards the team.
But after this postseason, who knows if he’ll still be invited to those practices. He’s seemingly got chippy with everybody.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
You’re correct. He and Nolan both stay in the Bay Area during the summer and skate with the players.
"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
this is why I though the phantom boarding-oops-I-touched-him call on Marleau was humorous… I thought those guys were still friends.
I have to admit
The Marleau-Stuart extracurriculars has been fun for to watch this series. Moreso with Stuart initiating, but Patty has been dishing it back too.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
Yeah
Didn’t Stuart also bring the Cup to visit San Jose in ‘08 after DRW won? I seem to remember thinking ’Well, ain’t that a bitch.’
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on May 7, 2010 12:41 PM PDT up reply actions
Wasn’t the cup there earlier? Maybe it was done a couple of times, but i have a picture of me at like…age 10 or something with the cup.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 12:43 PM PDT up reply actions
The Cup is taken on tours throughout the season, and makes stops in several cities. It was even in Stockton during their All-Star festivities a while back, placed next to the ECHL Kelly Cup for picture ops (like when we had Sharks Fest, in ’02?)
My reaction was regarding the Cup finally arriving in San Jose as part of a championship celebration – but not our own. : /
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on May 7, 2010 12:54 PM PDT up reply actions
Ah
I went to a Sharks fest to see the cup. I didn’t know about it coming to San Jose for a champ celebration. That stings a bit.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 1:01 PM PDT up reply actions
IIRC, according to Ivano, “jopa” in Ruu-skee means “ass”. So yeah, Franzen was acting like a JoPa.
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 8:12 AM PDT up reply actions
How do you spell the pronounciation of 'pier-reetz'?
Not that I’m part russian or anything. lolz
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions
no, the one that means dick. lol
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions
Isn’t “Sobotka” dog in Russian? Makes me laugh every time I hear the Bruins player’s name.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
By the way, someone was mentioning that despite the win, Babcock was still bitching about officiating.
Link anyone?
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
"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
Adorable son Ivan. Hopefully he did not see the game last night. Too much trauma for a young man to handle.
"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
Yes, he missed this one, luckily, because he watches most of other games. He used to cheer for every goal scored in the game, but this season he finally learned to cheer
I promised him I’ll take him to the conference finals. Which I will.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Someone needs to fashion a nipple onto that water bottle he constantly sips from. Seriously.
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 8:38 AM PDT up reply actions
If he was indeed whining, I hope the refs who will be working on Saturday heard that.
Whining about calls worked oh so well for Babcock last time around.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
I didnt think
babs really complained… i think he blamed his players alot, at least from the press conferences ive seen.
Well, that was the Setoguchi diving complaint, which in turned meant that officials made a mistake on that call.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
has he really? I have avoided looking at news regarding this … I figure I’ll deal with what people are saying much later … :)
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
Here is a good point from Detroit Free Press.
For the Sharks, the night was basically a total waste, unless this was a crafty ploy to make the Wings overconfident heading into Saturday’s next game at HP Pavilion.
There was no ploy of course, but the pressure is still on Detroit, and they may be going into Game 5 thinking they got this, and this are the same old Sharks.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
PS –
We all remember how the first period after that Phoenix went went for Detroit.
Let’s hope the history will repeat itself.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Scratch that. I forgot to look who was the author of the article, until I came accross Los Tiburones reference later.
I guess Purdy has to earn a living somehow in this bad economy.
Here is the article. He’s bold enough to compare the Sharks to Miley Cirus Pee Wee team.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
I’m actually surprised he uses Los Tiburones even in the articles he wrote for Detroit’s paper.
Like it would make any sense to them over there.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
While we are on the subject of reporters, earlier on when I was checking the Google news, I swear Dave Pollack’s headline said something like: “Sharks suffer humiliating loss to DRW” but he updated it 90 minutes later to read : “Sharks fall flat in Game 4 loss to Red Wings”…
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 9:32 AM PDT up reply actions
No disrespect
intended.. but I dont think any red wings player thinks they have anything….. their down 3-1.. Its impossible to think you have the upperhand when the series is that lopsided. I think they are just taking 1 game at a time. If i was a sharks fan I would feel pretty damn confident right now i know that.
funny fan arrogance
Heard on radio how Detroit won because they wanted to honor their fans, ownership, and tradition.
I thought they won because they have a good team with mountains of experience.
I can just picture Bertuzzi turning to Franzen and saying “hey man, lets do this for the fans”.
/pukes
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
There has to be the morning after
Rough loss indeed, but it’s not the Sharks with the backs against the wall come Saturday. Definitely got the get the win at home and close the file on the Red Wings.
@MAD_Marvin
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Jesus Christ people!
The Red Wings are not going to pull this one out. They have to win 3 more in a row, they can’t do it. They are a tired and worn down team. Last night was the act of a desperate beast trying to survive one more night before the inevitable happens. Come Saturday night, it will be a Red Wing feeding frenzy at the Tank.
Stay classy Sharks fan and remember,
Keep it Real,
Keep it Fresh,
Keep it Real Fresh!
Go Sharks!
They are a tired and worn down team.
Never underestimate the Wings. The moment you do, you set yourself up for making mistakes.
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
I’m not and neither are the Sharks. From what I’ve eyewitness from these games, the Sharks have laid on the hits on the Red Wings. The hits have taken their toll on the Red Wings, Stuart left early last night. Dats looked like he pulled a groin. We’re the bigger, stronger and equally talented team. The Sharks will win in game 5! This organization has owed us a Live Hand Shake for a good while now.
Go Sharks!
by 420Sharksfan on May 7, 2010 10:02 AM PDT up reply actions
Brad Stuart is expected to be back on Saturday.
by U Guys R Good on May 7, 2010 10:05 AM PDT up reply actions
At what %?
He won’t be at a full 100%. One good solid hit and he’ll be done for the early again like in game 4.
by 420Sharksfan on May 7, 2010 10:28 AM PDT up reply actions
Woot! Game 5 is tomorrow!
So, I woke up this morning to news that I was going to game 5. A season ticket holder friend of my roommate wanted to sell his tickets, so we obliged. Now I don’t have to wait for the luck of the draw at 10! Which is very nice.
I’ll be in the last row of 217…seats I really like because it allows me to lean forward, or stand up all game, should I choose to do so.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
I mean, would we feel this lousy had the Sharks played pretty "well, and lost 3-2, or 4-2? I doubt it. It’s the 7-1 drubbing that’s gotten inside of our heads."
I would much rather, hands down lose a game like this, 7-1, the to lose a heart breaker game in OT. This game does nothing for the Wings except extend the series. Anything and everything that could have gone wrong for the Sharks did. It’s hockey, it happens, move on. It is much tougher of a defeat to swallow win you lose in OT, trust. Like people have been saying, that game was over after the first period, the next two was pick up hockey. Meaning it didn’t matter. This was obvious when we tried to pull our best Dan Carcillo acts and start scrums after every single whistle.
Re-up for Saturday.
Shoot. Pass. Score.
"A good hockey player plays where the puck is. A great hockey player plays where the puck is going to be."
- Wayne Gretzky
Just failed at getting tickets for game 5...
I’ve discovered that Ticketmaster’s clock is precisely in sync with AT&T’s clock, and even knowing that I still failed to get tickets. I bet that game sold out faster than any Sharks game in history. It has to have sold out in <10 seconds…nuts.
..:Fear The Fin:..
The artist formerly known as cyoung
Jeez that was fast.
Anybody ever try going to the HPP box office to get playoff tickets? I haven’t just b/c it seems to be to much of a crap shoot with the wristbands and all, but I’ve never actually seen it in action. Wondering how early one’s number has to be called before they run out.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
Damn. I’m glad I was able to get tickets from elsewhere then, if ticketmaster sold out so quickly. Sucks you won’t be able to go, though. Sharks need all the FTF mojo they can get!
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 10:10 AM PDT up reply actions
LOL. Mario Kart DS Mojo!
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
THAT'S WHAT I LIKE TO HEAR!!!!
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 10:15 AM PDT up reply actions
Check again later.
They put a huge hold on tickets, and then release a bunch once ticket office shuts downs.
Fear the Fin - all Evgeni, all the time.
Hah
I was reading WTC before round 2 started and noticed a Canuck fan complaining about ticket prices being too high and how we wouldn’t sell out all of our games.
Amusing I must say.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Hahahahahah...
The Sharks not sell out? Amusing to say the least…
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 10:13 AM PDT up reply actions
Sigh...
Silly Canucks fan, thinking California is in Florida.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Didn't you run into a Canucks fan who though San Jose was in SoCal?
Not surprised a fanbase where some of the members can’t read a map would have members who have never read an attendance chart, either.
"Playing Detroit in the playoffs is like paying your taxes. You either pay now or pay later." - Suisun Dan
This is true
He then tried to play if off by saying that all of California was in the “southern US.” Even that’s not true – as far as latitude is concerned, we’re closer to central, by Canadian standards.
If you want to have fun, test a Canadian on their knowledge of their provinces. There aren’t that many of them, and yet I’ve only met a few who could name all of them.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Okay...so that was very weird last night...twilight zone? I think so.
At least Heater scored. Been waiting for him to pull out all the stops for awhile now so I’m happy. Aside from that…onto Game 5 we go! Go get’em boys! It will be Revenge of the Fifth. :D GO SHARKS!
PS I’m so glad I decided to skip out when I did. ;)
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
Revenge of the Firth you say? I hope so. I guess last night the Fourth was not with us.
Douglas Murray, biggest offensive threat.
Naw the Fourth was not with us last night
but the Fourth shall be with us tomorrow against the Evil Empire. >D
BTW I wasn’t really around last night and even then I zoned out at the TV…but did my Clowiebell get thrown out of the game for a 10 minute misconduct for chirping at the ref?
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 10:15 AM PDT up reply actions
Yes, along with Draper I believe. My concentration wasn’t all on the game at that point, so I can’t give any details.
Douglas Murray, biggest offensive threat.
yea same here thanks :)
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 10:27 AM PDT up reply actions
It's the morning after
And I feel even better than I did last night. Mostly last night I didn’t care and was numb after the loss. Still very optimistic overall.
Today I’m in quite good spirits and looking forward to tomorrow. It’ll be good to see the boys back at the Tank and fresh after a good ass kicking, ready to finish this thing off.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Anyone else....
feel like yelling this?
by SharksFanTillDeath on May 7, 2010 10:15 AM PDT reply actions
well I don’t know about you, but the longer this series goes on, the more worried I’m going to get.
by SharksFanTillDeath on May 7, 2010 10:18 AM PDT up reply actions
Good point… but I think at that point we might actually have footage of Todd reenacting that speech. But yea, lets not even toy with that notion
by SharksFanTillDeath on May 7, 2010 10:26 AM PDT reply actions
POSITIVITY!
It’s still 3-1!
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
I’m right there with you… not worried in the least bit at this point
by SharksFanTillDeath on May 7, 2010 10:35 AM PDT up reply actions
So, I read Puck Daddy's little write up on the aftermath of game 4.
I was surprised at how he finished the story (after quoting Plank and Gray’s optimism)
Were this not the Sharks, a big loss and a 3-1 series lead headed back home wouldn’t amount to anything more than an anomaly at best and a recalibration at worst. But San Jose hasn’t earned the right to escape from a devastating loss like this without facing questions about their resolve and fortitude and …
… oh, wait, yes they have: Lest we forget they already faced them in Round 1 against the Colorado Avalanche after the Dan Boyle/Ryan O’Reilly/OT Goal From Hell debacle. So beaten-down and debilitated were the Sharks that they only won their next six games by a combined score of 24-14.
So what that Heatley was shut down or that Thornton reminded us why he doesn’t wear the ‘C’. So what the Nabokov was shelled and pulled. It’s not on them to win Game 5: It’s on Pavelski and Clowe and Setoguchi and Mitchell and Couture. They’ve been the backbone of this team in this postseason, and there’s no reason to believe they’ll go spineless in three straight.
Sure, he still puts the digs in at Jumbo and Nabby, but even he realizes that the rest of this team is still here and isn’t about to just roll over.
Bring on game 5.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Indeed. I was surprised at how the article finished as well. I figured Wysh would be one of the first on the “Sharks are choking, the Wings will win” bandwagon.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 10:45 AM PDT up reply actions
I don’t see a dig on Nabby in that. That’s a statement of fact more than anything. Nabby got devastated by the Johan Franzen Show (guest-starring Todd Bertuzzi and Valtteri Filppula) , then got pulled. No snarky swipes there.
That being said, I was coming in to say exactly that. It’s odd to see Wysh come in and defend the team instead of taking the easy way out and just crapping out another “same old Sharks” opinion like everybody else.
"Playing Detroit in the playoffs is like paying your taxes. You either pay now or pay later." - Suisun Dan
I have a ton of confidence in this team, and I’m not letting 1 loss, no matter how lopsided shake that.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
I’m with you.
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
Also, why do Wings fans want Jumbo suspended? Did he hurt anyone last night? All I saw was him getting run into, Holmstrom flopping around like a little fish, Jumbo taking the opportunity to be a dick to him, and then an unnecessary drag to the ice on Lidstrom. Seemed like normal hockey frusteration to me…
Finally, why the hell are Wings fans still bitching after a 7-1 win? It’s ridiculous. I’ve seen “the Wings are definately going to win, because the Sharks are a joke…but the refs are still trying to screw us, wahhhhhhhhhh.” I just honestly don’t understand…
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
let it go … doesn’t matter … they are just trying to hold on to hope and get any advantage they can … they are still in elimination mode
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
don’t give it a thought … we aren’t all like that … (shrugs)
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
yeah, seriously. Some of us are chill. Hello, btw!
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
"No, That's Not General Malaise, It's NHL Playoff Fever." Real Fake Sports
the irony is amazing...
a Wings fan bitching about “worthelss spew”….maybe I should post some of the crap from a few games about about Heatley driving home Thornton…
Dude
Your behaviour is a huge part of the problem. Stop fanning flames that don’t need to be fanned.
Let’s all be a little more reasonable here, ok? And no, that doesn’t mean sunshine and bunnies it means act like adults.
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
"No, That's Not General Malaise, It's NHL Playoff Fever." Real Fake Sports
what "behavior"... daring to disagree...
Like a shark fuking a little redwing fan boy is different!!!
I don’t get why some people seem to think a request for less asshattery is a request to agree. It’s a request to try to not be an asshat. If you really don’t see what in some your posts could be seen as such, I’m not sure I could explain it to you in a satisfactory manner.
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
"No, That's Not General Malaise, It's NHL Playoff Fever." Real Fake Sports
No
I’m saying you’re ugly AND fat
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
both of you should just let this go, no reason to start going back and forth.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Trust me im not.
I have enjoyed the read.. most posts in here are intelligent convo’s about hockey..
And by your own generalization
So are Sharks fans
How can you group a whole team’s fandom into a category like that? Can’t we all just get along?
Don't Panic!
Can’t we all just get along?
Haha, nah! It’s a playoff series! We’re all suppsoed to hate one another! :-P
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by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:31 AM PDT up reply actions
I fully admit I hate Detroit fans as a whole
I do enjoy conversing with individuals though.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Totally!
and for some reason your avatar, despite having nothing to do with Snakes on a Plane, reminds me of that. 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
"No, That's Not General Malaise, It's NHL Playoff Fever." Real Fake Sports
I don’t know. It just does. That’s all I can see when I look at your avatar.
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
"No, That's Not General Malaise, It's NHL Playoff Fever." Real Fake Sports
of course we can … as long as we realized we are biased and don’t always see things clearly … :)
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 Angy on May 7, 2010 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Recd
And it’s always interesting how fans can get all wrapped around the axle by things fans of OTHER teams say.
I’m completely certain that if the shoe was on the other foot, it would be completely reversed.
Isn’t that why we’re fans afterall?
Isn’t “Fan” just a shortened version of “FANATICAL HOLY CRAP MY TEAM IS THE BEST TEAM ON EARTH NO MATTER WHAT ANYBODY ELSE SAYS EVEN IF MY TEAM DIDN’T MAKE THE PLAYOFFS AND YOUR’S JUST WON THE FREAKIN CHAMPIONSHIP YOUR TEAM STILL SUCKS”?
Don't Panic!
Ever since Lemiuex
Wings fans overreact to every little bump one of their players take. Look at the crying that occurred during the Ducks series last year.
For a team that seems unstoppable in the West, they sure seem adverse to the West style of play for the most part. Did they not think there would be a few bruising teams left in the playoffs at this point? We’ve sure seen our fair share and when we don’t handle it we just hear how badly we choked. After the first period I wanted a heavy dose of the 3rd and 4th lines hitting every Red Wing and making them pay for that win. Good on Jumbo for knocking them around a bit too.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
I’d be more than ok with the Wings moving to the Leastern Conference…
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by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:01 AM PDT up reply actions
Oh believe me
So would the Wings. But then again, what would they do with so much less time spent in traveling back and forth to the West coast?
Don't Panic!
I just want to see some good teams actually play in the East…and not have the question of whether or not the Pens are gonna go to the SC Finals determined on whether the Caps feel like choking or not.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:40 AM PDT up reply actions
I agree
Its like they have a clear path to the finals every year. Ill be more suprised if the habs pull it off before the wings do this round
With Halak, and the Pens not actually being a good team this year…it;s possible. I’d lol.
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by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:43 AM PDT up reply actions
Nah, I think Halak is legit. I loved him last season…love him even more this season. I’d love the Sharks to get their hands on him this offseason, with Nabby’s contract being up and all. But I doubt the Habs let him go.
They’ll have to trade Price…who probably will be fine with a change of scenery.
Halak also wears down, so the Habs can’t expect him to go out for 70 games and carry them through a season. They’ll need a legit backup.
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by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:49 AM PDT up reply actions
Is there ANY netminder
Who can go 70 games and carry his team through 4 rounds anymore?
I know we’re counting on our guy, but there’s a long way to go before we can definitively say “yes.”
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Yeah, maybe I put the number too high. I probably wouldn’t trust Halak with much more than 45-50 games in the regular season.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:54 AM PDT up reply actions
Interesting
Because I’d say Greiss needs to play no more than 30-35 games.
Hmmmmmmmmmm…
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
I like Greiss. If we needed to rely on him to be the starter next season, I’d be ok with giving him up to 50 starts or so. But it’d be a huge jump to ask him to start anymore than that.
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by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:57 AM PDT up reply actions
Speaking of Stalock, how are the baby sharks doing in the playoffs right now?
Keeping it real. Keeping it fresh. Keeping it real fresh.
by check.check. on May 7, 2010 12:00 PM PDT up reply actions
yes down 3-2 in the series
they lost the last one 1-0… But I think it really hurt them to lose Couture.
They’re down 3-2. Lost last game 1-0 :-/ The Kings’ baby team has a badass goalie, Bernier. I am not looking forward to facing him with the Kings for the forseeable future…
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by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 12:03 PM PDT up reply actions
Kings are on a definitive upswing
Dean Lombardi is a smart man, as we know. He built the core of the Sharks pre-Joe and had a pretty balanced lineup that competed in an uncapped league despite being outspent.
With goaltending arriving, the balance in the Pacific is quickly shifting.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Future-Kings scare the living piss out of me…
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by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 12:08 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah they look a little scary...
these two teams (Wor-Sharks and Monarch/Kings) could be a big rival in future years…
Might be in the best interest of the Sharks to put them down and send a message..
Ah, damn. Thanks for filling me in.
Keeping it real. Keeping it fresh. Keeping it real fresh.
by check.check. on May 7, 2010 12:07 PM PDT up reply actions
Quick + Bernier Tandem
Deano’s patience should reap dividends. Finally.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
It’s possible. Stalock was great in the AHL this season…but he wasn’t spectacular. He won a lot of games, but he also wasn’t tops in all the goalie stats. He was helped by Worcester’s offense. It wouldn’t be the worst thing in the world to see him in Worcester again next season…see if he can’t dominate that league with a full year’s experience under his belt.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 12:01 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah I think the prevailing logic here is to keep him in Worster another year, but if Nabby goes id be fine with a job share thing with him and Greiss..?
Unless we go out and get like a Dan Ellis for one year or something like that.
Ellis or Halak platooned with Greiss is a decent plan
Obviously, I would love to have Nabokov back, but it’d have to be for around $3M, or else the cap structure of this team will cause it to implode.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
I wouldn’t want Nabby for anymore than a 1-2 year deal…because of the young goalies we have coming up through the system. Not sure if he’d be willing to do that at his age.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 12:09 PM PDT up reply actions
The market will decide where he goes
I think if no one offers him 4 years at $4M, he’ll re-up with us for 1 year at a discount and play for his big payday around the league. Because if there’s one thing GMs looking to make a splash will bite on, it’s goaltending.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Nabby
will fight for that long term deal for sure!
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
I would die laughing if the Habs kick out the Caps and Pens. Would definitely not be on the list of things I saw happening.
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
I am suprised and pleased
At the struggles the Pens are having with the Habs.
I thoroughly expected them to sweep.
Don't Panic!
I'm hoping for a Habs-Bruins ECF
If only for the reason that those are the two cities I’ve actually been to out of the teams left.
Halak vs. Rask could be a really good battle between up these up and coming goaltenders. But with Boston losing Sturm and Krecji, even the Habs would be tough after giant killing both Wash and Pitt.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
I'm with you on the Habs-Bruins ECF
And not just because it means Pittsburgh’s not back in again. That rivalry is ridiculously intense – when I was in Montreal for a Sharks game, I had strangers coming up to me saying that San Jose would never, ever, ever win the Cup as long as Joe Thornton was part of the team. That’s how deep the Boston hatred runs.
How sick would it be to face Boston in the Cup Finals, if only for the above subplot?
Incidentally, Boston’s one of the 4 EC arenas I haven’t been in (been to Boston itself, though).
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"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
The Garden is UGLY
at least from the outside. Most arenas/stadiums look like sporting venues when you get near, but it is quite literally a concrete block. The Bruins were out of town, so I couldn’t watch a game (later found out the Celtics were actually hosting the Warriors that night), but I did visit their pro shop. IDK if it was due to Winter Classic hype, but the Bruins definitely had a more significant presence there than the Celtics, which was a pleasant surprise.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
How sick would it be to face Boston in the Cup Finals, if only for the above subplot?
Frankly, I’d love to see it just to see Bill Simmons’ anger at Bruins management due to that subplot boil over to the point of making his head explode.
"Playing Detroit in the playoffs is like paying your taxes. You either pay now or pay later." - Suisun Dan
HE IS A FACEOFF CHEATER AND MUST BE SUSPENDED!!!11
Proud member of the "Don't Trade Marleau" club.
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by SharksFanEst.1994 on May 7, 2010 10:35 PM PDT up reply actions
Did anyone read the George Malik swill quoted by Wysh?
What the hell do Marleau and Heatley have to do with anything? Calling Joe a goon and saying he’s showing his true colors? What colors are those, that he’s a human being and gets frustrated like anyone else? The only reason the Wings don’t do that kind of stuff is because they’d get their shit kicked in because they don’t have the big guys to dish it out. I don’t understand either, you’d think that they’d take the win and shut up about it. Instead they call out the Sharks for being classless… Well they would know, stay classy Detroit.
It seems to me
that they’re not happy unless they have something to complain about…
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"It's a kook fest" - Drew Remenda
"What an idiot" - Craig Rivet
"Al Stalock, his reflexes are so good he can smell a fart before someone even lays one"
by sharkiesgirl on May 7, 2010 11:09 AM PDT up reply actions
I'm sure you're upset with the classless diving of your team right?
I expect to see several Detroit blogs livid about the classless play of the Wings in the 3rd. They looked like fish out of water half the time.
Okay, I’ll let it go, I’m just amused at how quickly the cries of diving disappear when it’s their team that does it.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
come
on.. yea they were a little happy to go down… but it wasnt a tie game or a 1 goal game either. But all in all yea.. wasnt a big fan of it.
I just find it amusing
Circumstances don’t excuse it from either team. One isn’t better than the other, and it’s not like Detroit hasn’t resorted to this in close games in the past, or the Sharks, or really any team out there.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
I just find it amusing
Circumstances don’t excuse it from either team. One isn’t better than the other, and it’s not like Detroit hasn’t resorted to this in close games in the past, or the Sharks, or really any team out there.
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
What I want to know
is where is the outrage over the Detroit diving in game 4? I thought there was sniper fire from the crowd in the 3rd the way Wings were dropping to the ice.
Weren’t they going on about what a classless team we were?
"Douglas Murray is a humongous human being." – Drew Remenda
Nonononono...you got it all backwards...
WE WERE the classless team last night. We’re no longer divers…WE’RE CHEAPSHOT ARTISTS! Joe Thornton is garbage. Patty and Heatley are classless a-holes.
You need to get with the correct narrative, buddy!
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:28 AM PDT up reply actions
Well, your writers are putting our top line
in the same boat as the Ducks. Really? When has Joe Thornton ever been a classless cheap shot artist? Patrick Marleau, the perennial Lady Byng candidate? Dany Heatley? You may give that prize to the Ducks, and so does most of the rest of the league, but when Detroit writers come out and compare us to that crap with erroneous conclusions, I kinda take offense.
Again, this isn’t a knock on you, just the Detroit writers.
by Chicago Shark on May 7, 2010 12:35 PM PDT up reply actions
well
I think you have to take any writers words with a grain of salt. They are getting paid to make people pick up their paper or article and cause debate… thats how popularity good or bad rises. Their detroit writes so they are going to be biased and show their readers an interesting read. I now live in chicago area and its the same way.. so i dont just think its the Detroit writers.
Bravo, Ivan
The picture at the top of the story best exemplifies every Detroit goal from the last two series. Oh look, surprise! Holmstrom’s ‘accidentally’ falling on a goalie again, leading to a Detroit goal.
Face it. Detroit’s over the hill, even though their old timers show flashes of brilliance. The rest of the time, Detroit’s ‘accidentally’ falling on a goalie, neutralizing him from the play. The goals that have bounced off of Murray’s leg this series are solely because Murray’s the only Sharks D-man big enough to move these mammoth fat-asses out from in front of the net. Shit happens, and you can’t fault Murray for taking a stand and doing what a defensive defenseman does best.
Granted, the Sharks diodn’t start well. And the first place you start in game 4 is in net. I’ve been crucified numerous times by Sharks loyalists this playoffs by saying ‘Nabokov is the weakest link". He’s put forth some supposed ‘wonderful efforts’ against Colorado, but if you gace 13 shots in a game….. Aren’t you supposed to stop ALL OF THEM? Flukes happen, sure. And no doubt, he’s stepped up against Detroit. But in the same vein as Detroit fans whining about Couture’s "weak goal’ in game 3, lest we forget Zetterberg’s from game 3? It’s definitely food for thought.
The Sharks definitely can’t play the whole game as if they’re on a power play, like they did in Colorado. In my opinion, that turned out to be a luxury. The only way to beat Detroit is to keep your feet moving. Pretty simple. The Sharks came back in game 3 due to one thing, and one thing only: hustle. Detroit’s skill set, as wonderful as it is, is vulnerable due to their age. They run out of gas, every 3rd period. The Sharks have surprised a lot of people by ‘turning it on in the 3rd’, but it’s the same mantra as the Coyotes series, or the Wings’ season all year long. The Wings are at their worst once they shoot their proverbial wad in the first period.
I’m fairly confident that if the Sharks can come out of the series on top, but the most telling part of every game will be the first 20 minutes. Even if the Sharks are down by one goal going into the second period, the game is as good as theirs.
After it got to 4-0 last night, the Sharks were done trying. The fifth goal was the dagger where every last Shark basically raised the white flag and made sure they stayed healthy to fight another day. Smart idea, considering the first period at The Tank will be the biggest litmus test of this series. Do I bank my whole opinion on the first period of the next game?
Yes. Yes I do.
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 11:13 AM PDT reply actions
COnsidering how they didn't just roll over in periods 2 and 3
I disagree with this part of your analysis.
After it got to 4-0 last night, the Sharks were done trying. The fifth goal was the dagger where every last Shark basically raised the white flag and made sure they stayed healthy to fight another day.
Now, maybe once it hit 5 or 6 to nothing, you go, ok, we probably can’t win this one, but they were trying to at least get back into it. I saw no white flags, although I did see a lot of white jerseys in the box. Frustrated play is frustrating.
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
"No, That's Not General Malaise, It's NHL Playoff Fever." Real Fake Sports
Frustrated play = another sign of white flags
Can’t score from the box. tsk tsk, Gray!
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 11:19 AM PDT up reply actions
I don’t know, it’s entirely possible that one COULD score from the box, but I doubt it would count.
To me, a white flag means giving up and skating listless. I didn’t see that last night. I did, however, find out that you can apparently fit 4 real aquatic type sharks in the penalty boxes at the Joe. The more you know…
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
"No, That's Not General Malaise, It's NHL Playoff Fever." Real Fake Sports
Well, you can't just pack up and go home.
Obviously. But once the chippy penalties start, you’re all but announcing to the world that you’re done trying to win the game.
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 11:23 AM PDT up reply actions
Considering how much box time has there’s been in this series, I’m not entirely sold on that line of thinking. In some games/series sure, in this one, I don’t know.
I have a hard time believing the Wings were announcing a readiness to lose games 1-3.
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
"No, That's Not General Malaise, It's NHL Playoff Fever." Real Fake Sports
It's Detroit hockey
Just because they play like idiots doesn’t make it ‘proper hockey’. Do the crime, do the time.
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions
I believe you and I will just have to agree to disagree here, sir.
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
"No, That's Not General Malaise, It's NHL Playoff Fever." Real Fake Sports
Kudos to both of you for a civilized disagreement.
Flowers, puppies, lavender and bunnies….
Love,
Tobias
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"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
This image is excessively negative…
Totally kidding ;-)
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"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
by Mr. K. on May 7, 2010 12:45 PM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Apologies for yesterday.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
more like ripped a new hole
less like a whole ‘nother ass….but I wouldn’t put it past the Wings to hand us another ass…if any team would it would be them.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:50 PM PDT up reply actions
shat...i walked face first into that one.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:52 PM PDT up reply actions
I made an enormous mistake in using euphemistic language – I said “excessively negative” when I meant “tone down the word selection.” This isn’t PC land, obviously, and you definitely have a point about the South Park shark-sodomy image, but words like “faggot” and “cock sucker” tend to set people off – and no, contrary to popular belief (i.e. Plank’s belief) I’m not gay.
Ok, I’ll shut up now. Thanks, Skillet.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Yes but in my defense… Those are perfect words to describe Greg Wyshynski.
by skilletboy on May 7, 2010 1:52 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
unicorns and rainbows
and chocolate!!!! Aw Mr. K…i love positivity! Are the little boobies tweeting in your ’hood?
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by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:41 PM PDT up reply actions
whoa
boobies tweet?
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions
ya yah look!
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by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:46 PM PDT up reply actions
damn hippies
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by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:47 PM PDT up reply actions
wow
I was thinking boobies like the things on women….
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 12:47 PM PDT up reply actions
no those don't tweet!
hahahha
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by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:48 PM PDT up reply actions
hey
you never know.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 12:49 PM PDT up reply actions
“Hey Marge, you know how many boobies I saw today? FIFTEEN!”
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"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
hahahaha aw....
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by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:47 PM PDT up reply actions
Whatever, Lurker said I could videotape them doing it when I get back to town.
If I ever get back to town. :(
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 12:48 PM PDT up reply actions
I've got twenty plus years of hockey experience.
Disagree all you want. I’m obviously right, because I’m way awesome.
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 12:51 PM PDT up reply actions
In her defense
You did say you wanted Brad Staubitz dressed for last night’s game.
On purpose.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Yes, 'cuz Dwight Helminen is useful.
Or not. At least with a period and a half left, you could let Staubitz beat the shit out of some of their big names, leaving the chance that someone with a big name in Detroit has to play the rest of the series with one eye shut and a broken nose.
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 2:23 PM PDT up reply actions
If only you could change the lineup around halfway through a game…
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 2:28 PM PDT up reply actions
Hm
Not sure how I feel about Helminen (or Staubitz, really), but I’d be willing to take those chops, heh.
After Mule’s “fourth” (actually third) goal, I think I’d have given up either of the above to suspension for …
… well, that’s bordering on active support for intent to injure, and I won’t go there, but I’m sure you get my drift. heh.
'The good news is, there's a little more room in the penalty box; there's only five Sharks in there now.' -- Randy Hahn, VAN @ SJS 8 April 2010
Brad Staubitz, Career: 82 RSGP, 4G, 5A, 186 PIM
Dwight Helminen, Career: 27 RSGP, 2G, 1A, 0 PIM
His 4 PIM last night were his first two of the playoffs. He also has a goal in these playoffs and 7 games played.
Just sayin’.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
I think pretty much every hockey fan will agree with your last question
I am extremely happy with the way the game went last night obviously, but the Sharks are going to come out pretty reved up to atone for last night’s…“performance”. If the Wings either score early or can at least keep it scoreless for the first ten minutes, it’ll settle down into a normal game.
Don't Panic!
I hope it doesn't come across as we are trying to crucify you
Because from what I hear, crucifixion is painful.
Nabokov was awful in Game 2 of the Colorado series, but prior to last night, he’s been well above average, moving into the territory of very very good.
Last night, he faced 9 shots. Goal #1, uncontested screen on a power play. I don’t know a goaltender in the league that could stop that. Goal #5, bad bounce off a defender. Has happened to us before, and I’m sure it will happen again. Goal #3, rocket to the top corner. Nabby should save that, so for the sake of argument, we’ll pin that on him. Goals #2 and #4, Nabby makes the first save, a Red Wing comes in basically uncontested to put a rebound home. Could he have made them have no rebound? Dunno. That’s a tougher call.
It’s for this reason, when people throw Nabby under the bus for last night, his defenders will take issue. Is there a single netminder this side of Vladislav Tretiak who could have stopped all 5 of those goals last night? I doubt it. This was not Game 2 of the Colorado series. Nabby didn’t stink up the joint all by himself.
It’s no secret that the game plan for the Wings is to wear them down, as you pointed out. Anaheim, Edmonton and Phoenix have all proven this at some point.
But the Sharks just plain, flat out didn’t come to play last night. Detroit may be old, but there’s a reason they have the grudging respect of much of the league and they are playing this post season despite losing what seems like 8,000 man games to injury this season. They know what they are doing. If you give them an inch, they take 10 miles. And we gave them 20 last night.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
An OT message to my dear FTF'rs
As I mentioned in the Other Games topic, tonight the #6 Thunder host the #1 Idaho Steelheads in Game 4 of their National Conference Final series. Puck drops at 7:30pm at beautiful Stockton Arena and tickets are as cheap as $9 to get in the door.
The Thunder will be looking to even the series 2-2 and will need all the home ice advantage they can get – which means more butts in the seats! The weird phenomenon with minor league playoff hockey is playoff attendance tends to drop the deeper a team goes. Basically, the opposite of NHL hockey. So if you’re looking for something to do this Friday night, venture out to the Arena, grab a ticket at the window (plenty available right up until game time) and cheer on the Thunder! :D
PJ over at Sharkspage/BOC also attended Game 3 of Thunder/Steelheads. He has a recap, vid and another great photo gallery at: www.Sharkspage.com
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on May 7, 2010 11:15 AM PDT reply actions
Bottom line for me is the Sharks are yet again going to have to prove their mettle....
I beleive this team is different, but after getting jerked around 7-1…. They are going to have to prove they have the mental stones to beat the Wings…
I hate the choke talk more than I can express… But unless the Sharks actually beat the Wings and move on from the 2nd round, it isn’t going away… and shouldn’t in my opinion. As great as they have played they haven’t earned anything yet…
FLAGGED
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 11:17 AM PDT up reply actions
the one with the 240 area code?
And ends in 83? DOn’t have it. ;)
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 11:19 AM PDT up reply actions
FYI
That’s not really his cell phone number – it’s the Puck Daddy office, although I’m saying that without having called it. I have the same number from a separate Wysh email.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
I'm sure his mom's basement is ringing off the hook.
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 12:52 PM PDT up reply actions
Hahaha.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Actually I think K is right, it is his office...
I called it and it was some massage parlor… I think I heard Sydney Crosby in the background.
by skilletboy on May 7, 2010 1:38 PM PDT via mobile up reply actions
I hate the choke talk more than I can express… But unless the Sharks actually beat the Wings and move on from the 2nd round, it isn’t going away…
That’s very, very true. Until they finally close the Wings out, they haven’t really done anything yet. They have to win this series, get to the Conference Finals, and then, finally, we can say they’re over the hump. They’re nearly over the hump…but nearly doesn’t cut it.
I fully expect this team to still win this series…but goddammit, they can’t play anymore games like they did last night.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:26 AM PDT up reply actions
only message it sends is that those expecting a sweep were fools … :)
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
I’m not so sure about that. I worry about the mental aspect of a loss like this…
Game 5 should tell us a lot about what this team is made of.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:29 AM PDT up reply actions
and people were worried about the mental aspect of Boyle’s own goal … look what happened there … these are professional hockey players … they are up 3-1 in the series … I’m not worried about the mental aspect … they want to win and I believe that
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
Game 3 is a fair point…and one being pointed to a lot. It’s a valid counterargument.
As I said, Game 5 will tell us a lot. Seeing as I bought tickets to the game, I’m fully expecting them to come out and handle their business.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions
I've said it since the beggining of this series...
you cannot give the Wings any hope or confidence in this series… They had to put down quickly.
Losing 7-1 gives them tons of confidence!!
Hahaha well someone should save you and drill some optimism in you!
by AppleSweetRose on May 7, 2010 11:32 AM PDT up reply actions
and to be fair
if they lose the series it is a choke but its a bit soon for “fans” to leap off the bandwagon even with the recent playoff history
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
yeah all the talk about a 3-2 loss being worse than a 7-1 loss is bullshit in my opinion
7-1 means we got a new one ripped.
3-2 SUCKS… A LOT… but is more inspiring.
We really have to win G5. A lot of fans are pissed right now.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 12:11 PM PDT up reply actions
Look at it from a Wings fan's perspective...if you dare
Three consecutive 4-3 losses followed by a 7-1 victory.
Yes, you’ve now outscored your opponent by three goals but still down 3-1 for the series.
BUT…each game was very close. Each of those games had a few decisive points be it a bad bounce, a flukey off the shin pad or defenceman’s skate goal, or a shot that goes wide and starts a two on one the other way in overtime.
A blowout shows you just got jail-sexed. A perceived bad call by a ref or a bad bounce here or there had nothing to do with that.
Don't Panic!
hate to say it...
i agree….
I ve been beating it do death but losing 7-1 gives momentum… you dont have to agree but thats my opinion…
no waaayy
Nabby played extremely poorly, which is a terrrrrrible thing no matter how you look at it. I’d definitely prefer if everyone was still playing well and we lost a close one in an away game.
I don't think they will.
Well, the odds are we won’t see another 7-1 loss this season again (hope not).
But they can win it.
After games 1-3, they really have it in them. I’m not doubting that they could.
Go Sharks.
by AppleSweetRose on May 7, 2010 11:30 AM PDT up reply actions
I agree that the choke talk won't go anywhere without winning this series
Honestly, it won’t go away unless we go ALL the way.
But, at the risk of beating a dead horse, it was one game. Yes, it was an AWFUL game, a game for which there is no excuse. Coming out THAT FLAT in a potential clinching game is just bad.
But, the boys are up 3-1, meaning they have the right to another game. Questioning their mental toughness BEFORE they take the ice on Saturday seems a bit premature. There are questions for sure. Where was the team that battled back on Tuesday? Where were they in the first 20 minutes of this game?
I’d just say, I think before we ask more questions than that, this team, at the very least, has earned the right to answer those questions on Saturday before being saddled with the labels of “chokers” or “heartless.”
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
agree thats why I hate the talk….
and for the record I’m not questioning them… I said before I think they can do it…
With you there
I hope it didn’t sound like I thought you were questioning them.
I know you did say before you believe in them.
It’s just that, the morning after, it sounds as though there are corners of the fanbase that no longer think they can.
I much prefer to look forward to tomorrow evening and seeing what this team does with the huge questions in front of them.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
it did... thnx for the clarification...
It seems the pattern here lately is if you aren’t all sunshine and roses then you’re question
ooops… was saying:
It seems like if I say anything negative then I get jumped on… But I think wr agree 100%
It's fine to disagree
I think there’s a consensus among a vocal group of regulars here to try and emphasize positivity. If you remember all the first time posters who jumped on the board late March early April during that awful awful losing streak and had nothing to say except to say that Joe is soft and Nabby is a sieve and the team has no heart, the board has somewhat soured to perceived “trolling.”
So overly negative posts or those filled with foul, mean spirited language, or if posts are perceived to contain that sort of language, are generally poorly received, simply because of history.
I wasn’t on the board last season, but from the stories I hear, after the Anaheim series, that’s pretty much what it was like. So, I think there’s just a lot of preemptive attitudes out there trying to quash any of that.
FTF is a community, and people are defensive of it. That’s all.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
I think its great to be critical too. A well argued opinion is fun to deal with. I tend to catch heat like a few others for not always lovin the home team but just cause I love the team doesn’t mean i love all the players or their play on a given night.
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
We're just playing good mental hockey.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:13 PM PDT up reply actions
sure.. thats fair..
But its hypocritical to complain about mine and not others… There is some crazy shit on this board that gets a pass that shouldnt.
Hypocricy on the internet? UNTHINKABLE!
But your point is valid. I think on any given thread, someone is probably going to take the heat for other past trolls. The internet is anonymous, so, to a lot of people, probably even myself at times, anyone you disagree with is a perfect whipping boy for that guy who pissed us off three or four weeks ago, or months ago.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
You’re right – wasn’t trying to pick on you. Someone else (man I forget who) said something right underneath yours that was equally “noteworthy.”
I try not to take things personally – you’re part of this community, too. There have been other posters that have done far far worse than you have – if you didn’t notice it, it could be because Plank, TCY, Ivan, or myself deleted it. Contrary to popular belief, I’m not the main guy deleting stuff (no, really!).
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
perhaps a positive:
if the sharks swept the wings, their defenders would say this is a worn out team from their multiple long post seasons. now they showed their teeth, so when SJ wins we all know it was against a redwings team that is still championship caliber.
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
yes thats true too…
They were discussing this idea on NHL live that too much rest can be bad too if it leads to being rusty. 5 games is about perfect cause I think Van/Chi goes 6 or 7…
I think so too, about the Nucks-Chi series. I think that’ll drag out.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 12:12 PM PDT up reply actions
kinda like the east
wars of attrition
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
Read this recap on my phone last night.
And couldn’t reply. Damn phone >_<
This recap made me feel a bit better. After a loss like this…. ah. What can be said?
I was numb, and I wasn’t even watching (I had to go to work, someone called off. I almost cursed the hell out of my coworker).
Just following the twitter updates, and I just sat there in my office, numb.
Blah.
Then again, we’re still leading 3-1.
It was a horrible night, but the Sharks can prevail. They should come out ready to kill the Wings in game 5, that’s all.
Sharks in 5, and I’ll be damned otherwise!
I’m not going to forget last night, but I will move on as a fan. The loss last night helped me clear my mind a bit. The Sharks aren’t immortal or invincible, and the loss could be what helps them out in the end. Pushing for one or two more games may mean a little less rest for the Sharks, but they honestly don’t need it. They need to stay fresh and alert for the next round. Having the victory over an opponent fresh in their mind is the best way to push on to the next round.
Last night was a reminder that the team I root for is only human. They didn’t win, but I did see some good plays, and Nabby gets a bit of rest that he has rightfully deserved. He’s played hard, and he has been strong for this team thus far. I know a lot of people will blame him. Heck, i’m sure a lot of people out there were chanting the “pull Nabby” chant. Fine, do that, but remember that he’s been the one in the net helping us get victory after victory against the opponents. I believe he’ll be strong next game.
In any case, i’m still going to be optimistic for my team and poop rainbows while others scream the blame game. I’m glad to see others optimistic also.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 12:30 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
yeah that’s the spirit.
at least some of us Sharks fans will get to see a live handshake line at the tank tomorrow.
pooping rainbows is hard if you’re not Irish, but I’ll try. ’
GO SHARKS!!!
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 12:34 PM PDT up reply actions
woot lucky me i have quite a bit of irish in me hehe :-)
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 12:35 PM PDT up reply actions
i want to be irish...
but certainly am not…but if its for the Sharks I will try my hardest :)
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:37 PM PDT up reply actions
Anyone can be irish
Take a shot of whiskey and yell at the tv and you are close enough.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 12:38 PM PDT up reply actions
McClellan can poop enough rainbows for the whole team, I'm sure
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 12:40 PM PDT up reply actions
so thats why he looks like that...
he’s pooping positivity!
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:41 PM PDT up reply actions
that’s brilliant. he does kinda’ look like that……..!!!
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions
haha
It all makes sense now.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 12:44 PM PDT up reply actions
Hey!
You forgot about starting a brawl after the whiskey shots. That’s important for the full Irish experience.
Except you get to call it a “donnybrook”!
'The good news is, there's a little more room in the penalty box; there's only five Sharks in there now.' -- Randy Hahn, VAN @ SJS 8 April 2010
Hahahah
wait so now I’m Asian Irish…awesome!!!!
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions
Not the same, but still
You’re a contradiction!
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
hahahaha bingo!
WHOO! aww…burn. :P
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:58 PM PDT up reply actions
It's all good
To a lot of out-of-staters (and Canadians for that matter), being a Californian and a hockey fan is a contradiction. For a long time, being Asian and a hockey fan was one too.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
and a female hockey fan...
I’m just breaking all the RULES! FLAG ME!
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:10 PM PDT up reply actions
Be glad I’m no longer drunk ;-)
Totally kidding.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Hahhahaha
sigh I’m hella buying you drinks if we ever meet.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:18 PM PDT up reply actions
Drinks are on me, sister. :-)
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
high-five :)
dude apparently we’ll have two Mr. K’s if I drink with you hahahhhaha
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:24 PM PDT up reply actions
Hahaha
Well, nine months later….
TOTALLY kidding – but yes, I did just go there :-)
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
OH NO WAY!!!
Oh crapshoot! Hahahahhahaha I meant two funny ass lightweights. My what a pair we’d make….comedy central right there.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:33 PM PDT up reply actions
wow this is an odd convo….so um…yeah, drinking is fun…
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions
that's funny, I'm Asian and...
I’ve got family born and raised in Edmonton and Vancouver, so they’re hardcore hockey fans, but oh well. I see what you’re saying.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:15 PM PDT up reply actions
oh wait, I misread that, er, never mind.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:17 PM PDT up reply actions
who cares I have another
female asian hockey fan on here with me…as far as I know //high five!
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:19 PM PDT up reply actions
omg
Two of you?! Where’s my irish girls at? I feel alone now.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 1:19 PM PDT up reply actions
we're multiplying
Like all other Asian countries…lookoutnow!
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:20 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah we even have 2 half-Asian players on the Sharks team!!!
Manny and Gooch, of course
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:22 PM PDT up reply actions
if you count Indian as Asian, which there is some dispute about.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:22 PM PDT up reply actions
and don't forget the Yipper in COL
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:23 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah there's a Korean guy on the Islanders team, too
Park.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:24 PM PDT up reply actions
no way!
wow…we are multiplying…its scary.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:25 PM PDT up reply actions
aw sorry I have to disagree...
I think out of all the Asians mentioned….Mango…yes yummy.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Indians are Asian.
South.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
this might sound 100% idiotic
but….why isn’t Russia considered Asian? It’s like China’s hat.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:25 PM PDT up reply actions
Don't think Ivan's around...
But Russians, if I understand it correctly, view themselves as different from either Europe or Asia. However, there are MANY Russian citizens who appear far more “Asian” than “European.”
Oh, and Mongolia is China’s hat ;-)
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
oh yes i need a flippen map.
I mean I know we don’t look Russian…tall, pretty, beautiful, fair blonde, pretty model-esque…but geographically…they’re in Asia. :I meh…thats it I’ve used all the brain cells I have allotted for the day.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:28 PM PDT up reply actions
ahem. Asians are beautiful, TOO, ya know ;)
;)
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:32 PM PDT up reply actions
yes of course but not that tall.
hahahhahahhah i’m totally kidding.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:33 PM PDT up reply actions
funny, my dad was 6',
both my grandfathers were 6’, my sister’s 5’7", I guess it’s a Korean thing. I’m short, though – but have no problem with that :) :)
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:34 PM PDT up reply actions
i'm 4'11
not growing I’m not even taller than my parents…but the Vietnamese are rarely tall.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:35 PM PDT up reply actions
that's cool
there are SO MANY FUGLY TALL GIRLS!!! And plenty of gorgeous short girls, right :)
I know guys who only date short girls because they like the compact size for uh, ya know, positioning-n-shit…!$%#! not to be nasty, but well…
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:37 PM PDT up reply actions
LOL we call that
fun-sized thanks :)
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Yay for fun-sized girls!
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 1:43 PM PDT up reply actions
i always think of snickers for some reason
hahahahhhaa anyway back to work see y’all l8er.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 1:44 PM PDT up reply actions
yeah I don;t know WHY but I have some Indian friends who insist that they’re not Asian, but I know others who’re like, give it up, we;re Asian
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:25 PM PDT up reply actions
What's the dispute?
Every Indian I’ve ever met has referred to himself / herself as “South Asian.”
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
"Asian"
Tends to refer to South East Asia, i.e. Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Vietnamese, Cambodian, Thai, Laotian, Burmese.
South Asian refers to India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, possibly parts of Nepal and Bhutan, but I suspect a lot of them would consider themselves closer to Asian.
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
grew up in L.A. during the Gretzky years as a Kings fan, but can’t get myself to like the Kings all that much over the past decade. Love me some hockey, though.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:21 PM PDT up reply actions
Whoa
I just checked out the larger version of your avatar. That’s amazing, hahaha
'The good news is, there's a little more room in the penalty box; there's only five Sharks in there now.' -- Randy Hahn, VAN @ SJS 8 April 2010
thanks I’m a silversmith and I made that ring for the playoffs.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:23 PM PDT up reply actions
I refuse to make anything like that for any other sports team – it’s Sharks or nothing~!!!!!!!!!!
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:25 PM PDT up reply actions
!!!
I’d be impressed enough if you just owned it, but you made it? That’s beyond awesome.
Man, I wish I had some artistic skill … hah
'The good news is, there's a little more room in the penalty box; there's only five Sharks in there now.' -- Randy Hahn, VAN @ SJS 8 April 2010
I basically sculpt shit and melt down metal for a living.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:26 PM PDT up reply actions
that
is freaking amazing. I love your work Jen.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 1:34 PM PDT up reply actions
thanks, I really appreciate it! I’ve got more pics of that ring here: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Artist-Jenny-Sueyoun-Kim/189035903091#!/album.php?aid=213186&id=189035903091&ref=mf
along with my other, much more girly shit.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:36 PM PDT up reply actions
it's my Sharks pride
we want the Cup sooo badly, don’t we!!!!!? :)
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:38 PM PDT up reply actions
How did you get into metal working?
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by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 1:45 PM PDT up reply actions
thanks for checking it out!!!
well, my degree is not in the arts at all, but I’ve always been an artist, and a few years ago started taking metal arts classes at CCSF up in the city after work at night, just for fun, and got totally addicted to it. I love rings and wanted to make me some rings, that’s really what it was all about. (and size 4 ring fingers are so friggin’ rare it was impossible to
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:48 PM PDT up reply actions
...
find anything that fit, so anyway… that’s kinda’ how it started :)
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:48 PM PDT up reply actions
plys melting down metal and using power tools is awesome
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:49 PM PDT up reply actions
You have an awesome talent for what you do. I do tattoos myself, which is a different form of art. I’ve always been interested in sculpting though, and just never really had the chance to see if i was good at it or not.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 1:53 PM PDT up reply actions
where do you work?
I have a backpiece needing some finishing
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
my studio is in San Francisco Mission. what kind of metal is it?
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:56 PM PDT up reply actions
@Aero: sorry I got confused with the replies thread - now I get it - you meant your tat ;P
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:59 PM PDT up reply actions
i was concerned
metal in my back? explains the ache!
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
funny you say that. Most tattoo inks do in fact contain metal.
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by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 2:08 PM PDT up reply actions
explains
the airport security problems
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
Yeah
That’s why you aren’t suppose to get a lot of ink done in a short amount of time.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 2:11 PM PDT up reply actions
Currently I’m not working at a shop. I’m soloing it for a while so that i can work up a proper portfolio. The shop I basically use to run screwed me over big time so i’m hesitant on jumping right back into the field. My former boss wasn’t the best of people.
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by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 2:01 PM PDT up reply actions
my guy moved to San Diego
I’m 22 hours in and need some color work to finish it off.
sounds like a common theme with the boss.
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
I live in Northern California…like…past Sacramento California.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 2:09 PM PDT up reply actions
haha
I approve of this.
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by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 2:15 PM PDT up reply actions
you're too kind, thank you :) just appreciate that you check it out
I love tats, too, only have one that needs touchup, but have to go to Oklahoma where the artist moved to.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:55 PM PDT up reply actions
it's a fine-line tattoo and I'm pretty stubborn
about not getting it touched up by another artist. I’ll be in touch though if I want more work!
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:57 PM PDT up reply actions
@Zombie - yeah we'd love to see your tattoo work, too sometime
gotta get going! been on FTF too long today :P
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 2:00 PM PDT up reply actions
@Zombie: you can always try a class at a local JC and it’s usually dirt-cheap
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:58 PM PDT up reply actions
If i had any spare cash to take a class I would, but currently i’m scraping money from tats here and there, and living off my husband’s income.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 2:03 PM PDT up reply actions
know what you mean – it’s SO rough out there, this economy sucks. good luck to ya’ though, and hope you ever have another shitty boss like that. I think that’s why my tattoo artist left town, he had a shitty boss who ruined his rep.
take care, and we’ll chat again on FTF sometime :)
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 2:04 PM PDT up reply actions
I won’t let my guard down again, or go to the first shop that offers me a position. Take care and it was very nice talking to you.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 2:06 PM PDT up reply actions
whoa!!!!
I love your work. Your keys are beautiful.
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by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 1:42 PM PDT up reply actions
I'm totally going to add your page
Your work is gorgeous! LOVE the roses.
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
by SwisherThresher on May 7, 2010 1:50 PM PDT up reply actions
oh you’re so nice!! Thanks just for checking it out :)
yeah it’s weird that I make really feminine stuff and then wear big fat rings and go crazy for the sharks :)
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:51 PM PDT up reply actions
I’ve got family born and raised in Edmonton and Vancouver, so they’re hardcore hockey fans
No, definitely not saying they’re mutually exclusive, but a lot of people I have come across in my experience have been surprised that I’m a hockey fan for both reasons. I do wish that my Canadian relatives were hardcore fans too, but they’re in Toronto, so maybe they just know better than to join Leafs Nation.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
yeah Leafs are pretty sad.
my cousins are dudes who love the Nucks and I’m giving them shit if it’s the Nucks and Sharks for the Conf. finals!!!!!!!!
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:31 PM PDT up reply actions
no
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 1:00 PM PDT up reply actions
FLAGGED
… not really. But damn, it’d be great to see someone say that in, say, an Irish pub.
'The good news is, there's a little more room in the penalty box; there's only five Sharks in there now.' -- Randy Hahn, VAN @ SJS 8 April 2010
haha
You would either get hugged or punched for saying that…maybe both.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 1:14 PM PDT up reply actions
That would be why broken pint glasses are the #1 weapon of choice in the Isles.
Absolutely serious, by the way (Morti – back me up here).
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Dude
I read that story about the government coming up with new shatter-proof pint glasses …
Now that is a leadership with the interests of their people in mind!
'The good news is, there's a little more room in the penalty box; there's only five Sharks in there now.' -- Randy Hahn, VAN @ SJS 8 April 2010
them socialists are taking all the fun away!!!!
kidding, again.
by JenLovesHockey on May 7, 2010 1:16 PM PDT up reply actions
Yep
We read the same story – that scene in Trainspotting is based in truth.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Not 22 Danny Boyle reference!
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
They took away the old school Pint glasses years ago
Because they were knuckle dusters:
As our Empire dwindled, as did our penchant for fair fighting, rules, etc. As far as I know, there may be chain pubs switching from glasses to whatever they choose to be least lethal. But as a nation, we will always find an inventive way to maim each other whilst drunk. This sceptered Isle, this Britain!
Have you ever noticed how the lower the stakes are, the more vicious the combat?
"iaT"S FUCKINGE LIEK CONICO DO MAYO!!!!!111"
Mr. K. 5/5/2009
Have you ever noticed how the lower the stakes are, the more vicious the combat?
Sounds like the boards last night ;-)
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Rabble Rabble Rabble
It’s like Puck Daddy x WTC in here today
"iaT"S FUCKINGE LIEK CONICO DO MAYO!!!!!111"
Mr. K. 5/5/2009
by Morti on May 7, 2010 12:32 PM PDT reply actions 1 recs
That seems a little extreme...
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 12:33 PM PDT up reply actions
It's OK
I’ll flag it myself in a minute
FLAGGED
"iaT"S FUCKINGE LIEK CONICO DO MAYO!!!!!111"
Mr. K. 5/5/2009
I flag you for flagging yourself
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:37 PM PDT up reply actions
thank you
i’m honored! I love being a rebel.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:42 PM PDT up reply actions
Motherflagging son of a flag
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Flag on!
Wait, huh?
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
FLAG ON, FLAG OFF
The flagger!
'The good news is, there's a little more room in the penalty box; there's only five Sharks in there now.' -- Randy Hahn, VAN @ SJS 8 April 2010
LOL!
+1
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 12:34 PM PDT up reply actions
The more I think about this...
Detroit is the real choking team here…they are obviously better as the 7-1 win shows, and last few years of playoff runs. So haha for losing 3 games to the wimpy sharks.
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
I’m not sure if you guys mentioned this last night as I wasnt in most of the game thread, but was I the only one cringing when Scott and Brett pulled out brooms on the pregame show? haha…we were yelling at the TV when we saw them do that (bad mojo!)….Brett looked a little uncomfortable with his I thought….bad bad. When the Sharks started getting stomped in the first period my husband starting yelling about shoving the brooms up their asses (poor Scott and Brett….I really do LOVE what they do on the pre and postgame but why the brooms? hehe )…kind of made me laugh and I was able to find the humor in the rest of the game. But winning in 4 against Detroit would have been crazy and amazing….5 would feel pretty damn good also. GO SHARKS!
*******Lets Go Marleau*******
Didn't see it, so I'm basing it off your comment
But that should be reserved for POSTGAME, if even at all. I’m guessing with how superstitious hockey players (and fans) are, it’s probably safe to say Bret really wasn’t comfortable with it either. Blame angle-hungry tv producers I guess.
"Who were you rooting for in the Olympics?" - Drew Remenda
"I wanted Team India to go all the way." - Manny Malhotra
Sheez, I’m on FTF instead of getting work done – you guys are too much fun to chat with.
See y’all before Game 5!!!
Likewise
Gotta go pick up my students from PE – see you cats around.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Just got home and in the mail…? My season ticket renewal packet for next year?!?
Really?!?
Jeez. Maybe they didn’t think the Sharks would go that far… Don’t remember getting it in early May before…
by skilletboy on May 7, 2010 1:30 PM PDT via mobile reply actions
Me, too
and it was this early last year. The tears hadn’t dried yet and they were after me for my money
I think I have an itty-bitty twinge of a hangover today. After last night’s FUBAR on ice, I knocked back a few brews before taking in the aftermath. The funny thing is, I think I actually type better when tipsy lol.
"Sorry guys, I’m not going to try and hit (Douglas) Murray anymore. It doesn’t work." - Steve Ott, Dallas Stars.
That really is the best way to deal with last night. I stumbled into work this morning, hat low over the face, sunglasses on, playoff beard…people kinda steered clear for an hour. It was nice.
This is where we hold them! This is where we fight! This is where they die! Remember this day, men, for it will be yours for all time.
by ZeroIndulgence on May 7, 2010 2:27 PM PDT up reply actions
Video
Anyone find video of Thornton smiling and pulling down Lindstrom? I can’t find it anywhere online, but want to show some friends who missed it.
very interesting article re Nabokov
“Hockey goalies are overpaid. Their goals against averages are determined as much by the quality of their teams as anything else. Most all stop about 90 percent of the shots they face. Put any goaltender on the New Jersey Devils and his numbers would likely resemble those of the renowned Martin Brodeur.”
http://sports.yahoo.com/top/news?slug=ys-forbesmyths050610
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
So back to Hockey ...
The only thing that concerns me with this 7-1 loss: Nabokov’s oft-mentioned “streakiness” — that is, that unlike the nigh-unshakable rookie Howard at the other end, that this kind of thing could really fsck up his confidence, and affect his performance here on out.
The rest of the players, I fully expect to be able to skate it off and get their heads in the game for next time — but that might not matter if Nabby’s not able to put up the wall we need him to. That said, I think he absolutely can … but, the up-and-down nature of his play scares me a bit.
'The good news is, there's a little more room in the penalty box; there's only five Sharks in there now.' -- Randy Hahn, VAN @ SJS 8 April 2010
well
you know its unpopular to ever criticize Nabby but I have always thought he was undersized, a little erratic, a he used to be moody. I certainly don’t dislike him but… most of the goals he has given up have been firing around off of people too so far. detroit also moves the puck across the crease to the back door like no other team and that is where Nabby’s size and sometimes slow recovery post to post makes me nervous.
if he gets some offense in front of him he should be fine. like the link i posted above though, i don’t know if any goalie could have stood up to that onslaught yesterday with out a massive team effort in front of him.
'It's amazing the clarity that comes with psychotic jealousy.'
Agreed
I’m certainly not criticizing his recent play, and I definitely don’t blame him for last night’s shit-storm; the defense gave him nowhere near enough support.
I think if we hold them off the scoreboard for, say, 10 minutes or more — either through Nabokov putting up some theatrics, or by good defensive plays — then we’ll be good and he’ll get his confidence back going forward. If the Wings open it up early again, though, then I fear he’ll fall apart.
Only tomorrow knows for sure.
'The good news is, there's a little more room in the penalty box; there's only five Sharks in there now.' -- Randy Hahn, VAN @ SJS 8 April 2010
I still point to Game 3
We gave up 3 goals early, can’t really blame him for too many of those. But in order for us to mount the comeback, we needed Nabby to shut the door, and he did. I take that as a positive sign.
And like you said, only tomorrow knows for sure.
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Friendly reminder to try and utilize the off topic thread. Thanks.
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by Mr. Plank on May 7, 2010 2:35 PM PDT via mobile reply actions
NO FLAG NO COUNTRY!
Those are the rules that… I just made up!
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
same here
//hangs head in shame.
"God save us all." - FTF Staff
by mssjsclowie29 on May 7, 2010 3:12 PM PDT up reply actions
Plank's right
Although I’ll have to say it was good to debrief and detox from all the vitriol on the threads last night – might as well be on the main story comments board where everyone can see it.
Fear The Fin = Man goes into cage... Cage goes into salsa... Shark's in the salsa... Our shark.
"The Sharks need to keep playing well and finish off Detroit. If they don't I guarantee a third straight Pitt-Det finals. WE'RE HOCKEY'S LAST HOPE!!!" - ZeroIndulgence, via text
Zach Parise re Pavs and the Sharks
about 2mins in he starts to talk about Pavs and at the end gives his predictions for the SCF.
by ToddMclellan'shair on May 7, 2010 5:20 PM PDT reply actions
Don't be nervous
Nabokov will be rested if they start with him. The boys will have time to look over what they did wrong and better prepare themselves for a very desperate Red Wings team. I have a feeling it’s going to be a hard hitting game tomorrow. Both teams are fighting desperately, the Sharks to move to the next round, and the Wings to just stay in it. There’s a bit more suspense in the series now, but I believe they can pull a win.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 10:45 PM PDT up reply actions
YEah, he'll be rested.
4 days rest.
I like my goals like I like my booze..... Top shelf.
by GhostOfLinkGaetz on May 7, 2010 11:04 PM PDT up reply actions
Don’t turn this into a Nabby bash dude. He helped us win 6 straight playoff games before this loss. and to remind everyone out there about how Nabokov is an awesome goalie
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cDlbQja025w
Thank you youtube.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 11:29 PM PDT up reply actions
I know the goalie is supposed to be the best D man, but hot damn did most of our none goalie D stink last night. I’m talking stanky. Neither Nabby nor Greiss could make up for their mistakes. I don’t recall how many now, but at the time both randy and Drew commented on how Nabby had no chance on the majority of those goals, and one was to blame on Douglas Murray’s big loveable foot.
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
"No, That's Not General Malaise, It's NHL Playoff Fever." Real Fake Sports
It made me freaking cringe. Nabokov was giving it his all, but when you have Red Wings slamming into you like that it’s sorta hard to keep your eye on where the puck is going.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 7, 2010 11:52 PM PDT up reply actions
Haters gonna hate
They're not getting this kind of coverage at "Hockey Night In Canada" folks! - Randy Hahn
Hate the opposing team lol.
"Don't even start"
by ZombieSkittles on May 8, 2010 3:53 PM PDT up reply actions
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