Hockey 2010-2011

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Hello fellow hockey fans!

Here is the official thread of hockey in the 2010-2011 season. It does not have to be NHL hockey, it can be anything from the international scene to the minors. Anything goes!

I cannot wait for it to start. I honestly feel that the Leafs will be a much improved team over last season(how can they not?) and it will be fun to watch. I will admit that I am worried about their defensive shortcomings, but I feel that their trade to get Versteeq will help out the offensive woes they had last season. Versteeq has already helped out Kessel, who has been excellent in preseason.

So come on in, hockey fans! Let me know who you are rooting for and how you (honestly) think they will do this season!

Go Leafs GOOOOOOO!!!!

[transjen]

Sorry no intrest in the NHL
Jerseygirl Jen

[allofu67]

looking forward to the Wild this year. but recent injuries are not looking good

[k.sucks.you]

Good luck to you and your team, whoever they are! Let's see some good games and have some epic moments!

In the off-season, I don't think they addressed their weaknesses, but they were such small weaknesses. There could still be some trades to come, but if we were playing poker, I'd stand with these cards.

Sharks for the Cup ! Our season starts in Stockholm! Cool!

[ila]

The rivalry between Montreal and Boston is going to be a little more intense this season as both teams made some good off-season moves.

Montreal made the right choice picking Gionta as the Captain. He's a natural on-ice leader. Montreal made the wrong choice when they let Halak go. Price is a fantastic goalie, but he's not consistent enough to carry the team for a whole season, whereas Halak is a fantastic goalie and he's consistent.

Predictions for the seasons

Montreal will make it into the playoffs, but lose to Boston.

Chicago is still an unknown quantity right now, but they will still go far this season.

Vancouver will make to the finals although they may not win the cup.

Phoenix will lose its team. YEAH!!

[GRH]

I'm stoked and ready! I caught a Vancouver pre-season game the other night. I can't wait for "Hockey Night in Canada" in the coming months. I think most people know where I stand...I'm a fan of Montreal and Boston. I like it when either team does well, but in a head-to-head matchup between the two I'd have to root for Montreal.

I don't keep up with the news during the offseason...So ila's post informed me about the decision regarding goalies. That's sad...I really liked Halak. I don't know if Montreal will be as strong without him.

I also like the buzz surrounding Vancouver this year...I expect they'll go deep.

[ila]

Originally Posted by GRH

I'm stoked and ready! I caught a Vancouver pre-season game the other night. I can't wait for "Hockey Night in Canada" in the coming months. I think most people know where I stand...I'm a fan of Montreal and Boston. I like it when either team does well, but in a head-to-head matchup between the two I'd have to root for Montreal.

I don't keep up with the news during the offseason...So ila's post informed me about the decision regarding goalies. That's sad...I really liked Halak. I don't know if Montreal will be as strong without him.

I also like the buzz surrounding Vancouver this year...I expect they'll go deep.

You are most welcome, GRH, for the information regarding goalies. Halak I'm sure will be missed.

A little bit more information for you regarding Gionta. He is from New York (Rochester I think, but I could be wrong) and only the second American to be Captain of Montreal. The other one was Chelios.

[smc]

I'm traveling with less time than usual for logging on, but wanted to make a few quick remarks. I will write a more extensive pre-season assessment later this week.

I am excited for my Bruins having signed Tyler Seguin, who already is making an impact beyond his years. The Bruins have some serious work to do to atone for their epic collapse against the Flyers in last season's playoffs. We shall see. Boston always looks good before the season begins.

More to come, including some views of other teams ...

[dauls]

Originally Posted by ila

Phoenix will lose its team. YEAH!!

But to where?

To Hamilton or Winnipeg? Maybe Milwaukee or Portland or Seattle. Or somewhere non-traditional like Houston or Las Vegas!

[ila]

Originally Posted by dauls

But to where?

To Hamilton or Winnipeg? Maybe Milwaukee or Portland or Seattle. Or somewhere non-traditional like Houston or Las Vegas!

My bet is on Winnipeg. Bettman doesn't like Hamilton and Jim Balsillie. The board of governors who at one time thought Balsillie was the greatest thing since sliced bread have decided to be sycophants to Bettman, therefore Hamilton will never get a team. Toronto and Buffalo both have vetoes on Hamilton and neither team will approve a Hamilton franchise. It's too bad because hockey would be a big draw in Hamilton and they deserve a team.

I shuddered when I read your remark about Houston or Las Vegas. That would be a nightmare to a true hockey fan. It's bad enough that Dallas has an NHL team; Houston would be a horror. I wouldn't be too upset if Utah got a hockey team. At least they have snow and it gets cold there.

[dauls]

Originally Posted by ila

My bet is on Winnipeg. Bettman doesn't like Hamilton and Jim Balsillie. The board of governors who at one time thought Balsillie was the greatest thing since sliced bread have decided to be sycophants to Bettman, therefore Hamilton will never get a team. Toronto and Buffalo both have vetoes on Hamilton and neither team will approve a Hamilton franchise. It's too bad because hockey would be a big draw in Hamilton and they deserve a team.

I shuddered when I read your remark about Houston or Las Vegas. That would be a nightmare to a true hockey fan. It's bad enough that Dallas has an NHL team; Houston would be a horror. I wouldn't be too upset if Utah got a hockey team. At least they have snow and it gets cold there.

Houston/Las Vegas - Well with Bettman you never know.

Does Winnipeg have the financial strength to get the franchise?

Toronto and Buffalo should show some balls and accept a bit of on and off ice competition from Hamilton. Local rivalry is good for sport.

[ila]

Originally Posted by ila

Predictions for the seasons

Montreal will make it into the playoffs, but lose to Boston.

Chicago is still an unknown quantity right now, but they will still go far this season.

Vancouver will make to the finals although they may not win the cup.

Phoenix will lose its team. YEAH!!

Well it looks like prediction #4 may not happen this season. There is a reported buyer for Phoenix. Rumour has it that as part of the deal Glendale may be responsible to cover any losses the team might have this season. If that is the case the taxpayers of Glendale are going to end up with a whopping bill.

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Originally Posted by ila

Well it looks like prediction #4 may not happen this season. There is a reported buyer for Phoenix. Rumour has it that as part of the deal Glendale may be responsible to cover any losses the team might have this season. If that is the case the taxpayers of Glendale are going to end up with a whopping bill.

So they are basically putting a bandaid on top of their sucking chest wound? That just means that they are putting off the inevitable.

It may not happen for a couple of years, but hockey is NOT a viable market in Glendale.

The Coyotes are off to a crappy start so far, with a 1-2-1 record. They've never had great attendance, but a slow start will really make them stay away in droves.

[transjen]

Haven't watched a game yet this year or even know if the Flyers won a game yet,

Jerseygirl Jen

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Originally Posted by ila

Predictions for the seasons

Montreal will make it into the playoffs, but lose to Boston.

Wow, how did I miss this prediction made while I was away?!

ila, my friend, are you feeling okay?

[ila]

Originally Posted by smc

Wow, how did I miss this prediction made while I was away?!

ila, my friend, are you feeling okay?

I was in a rather gloomy mood when I made that prediction. As of right now I'm going to stick with that prediction. I think Boston has the better team this season.

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Originally Posted by ila

I was in a rather gloomy mood when I made that prediction. As of right now I'm going to stick with that prediction. I think Boston has the better team this season.

As Montreal proved last year, the better team doesn't necessarily mean going onto the next round. A hot goalie and all bets are off.

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Darn it! The Leafs appear to have forgotten how to score goals. They lost 2-1 to the New York Rangers.

In other games of relevance to fellow members:

1. Boston beat Washington 4-1. Boston has now won 4 games in a row(two against Washington). They are playing well in every aspect of the game right now(yikes!).

2. New Jersey beat Montreal 3-0. While GRH and Ila won't be happy with this score, dauls will be very happy.

3. Anaheim beat Philadelphia 3-2. I am holding out hope that we will someday have Jennifer rejoin our hockey-loving ranks.

4. Dallas beat Florida 4-1. I am pretty sure we have a fan or two of Dallas here.

San Jose is currently beating Colorado 3-1 after two periods of play.

[dauls]

Originally Posted by shadows

Darn it! The Leafs appear to have forgotten how to score goals. They lost 2-1 to the New York Rangers.

So shadows, looks like this week was a bit of a New York curse for the Leafs.

Originally Posted by shadows

New Jersey beat Montreal 3-0. While GRH and Ila won't be happy with this score, dauls will be very happy.

Second shutout of the season for Brodeur, second win for the Devils.

[transjen]

Originally Posted by shadows

3. Anaheim beat Philadelphia 3-2. I am holding out hope that we will someday have Jennifer rejoin our hockey-loving ranks.

Outcomes like the above sure won't help
Jerseygirl Jen

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Originally Posted by transjen

Outcomes like the above sure won't help
Jerseygirl Jen

Hopefully just a little blip on their part.

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Originally Posted by shadows

1. Boston beat Washington 4-1. Boston has now won 4 games in a row(two against Washington). They are playing well in every aspect of the game right now(yikes!).

The Bruins really look sharp, once the season started for them at the beginning of the third period of game 1 in Prague.

[dauls]

Spanked 6-1 by the Sabres, the Devils sink to a new season low.

It's going to be a long, long season if things carry on like this.

With the poor coverage of the NHL in the UK, I haven't had to suffer too many minutes of the Devils' season thus far - highlights are less painful.

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Originally Posted by dauls

Spanked 6-1 by the Sabres, the Devils sink to a new season low.

It's going to be a long, long season if things carry on like this.

With the poor coverage of the NHL in the UK, I haven't had to suffer too many minutes of the Devils' season thus far - highlights are less painful.

And to add insult to injury, if they end up near the bottom of the standings at season's end, then the Atlanta Thrashers will get a great pick.

If that happens, I feel your pain.

[transjen]

back when there was no shoot out rule and no one wore a helmet
enjoy
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wg8GE6yZCSo
Flyersfan Jen

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Originally Posted by smc

The Bruins really look sharp, once the season started for them at the beginning of the third period of game 1 in Prague.

Went to a flea market today and i found something that made me think of you, found an old hockey card of Bobby Orr from the early 70s
Flyersfan Jen

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Originally Posted by transjen

Went to a flea market today and i found something that made me think of you, found an old hockey card of Bobby Orr from the early 70s
Flyersfan Jen

That's really sweet, Jen. Thank you. What's even sweeter is that you haven't abandoned your Flyers.

[transjen]

Originally Posted by smc

That's really sweet, Jen. Thank you. What's even sweeter is that you haven't abandoned your Flyers.

Well i watched my first hockey game the other night and it was a good game Flyers vs Maple Leafs and for those that didn't see the score it was Flyers 5 Leafs 2 a very good game that didn't end in a dame shootout
Flyersfan Jen