***Official 2013/2014 NHL Regular Season Thread*** (1 Viewer)

[Premier]

That Florida franchise might be the worst in pro sports. Just hopeless and awful. Everything about it.

 

[HughHoney]

The Pens have to lead the league in fewest seconds between scoring a goal and then allowing a goal. 1-1 against the Preds and Rinne had a sick save on Kunitz.

 

[rockaction]

Krejci. Just awesome. Hatter. Sweet second goal, nice hold on the first, empty netter for the third.

 

[northern exposure]

Florida gets Luongo as the face of the franchise, maybe they can sell an extra 2000 tickets for a few weeks and almost break even this year. Seems like building around Markstrom was the right idea but always waiting for something to happen never seems to work for them.

Interesting to see where Vanek goes, hopefully it is out west somewhere. Kings seem to be a perfect fit.

Anaheim dropped a lot of salary today, so they must be planning a run at Vanek, Moulson, Camellari(sp?), Kesler, etc.

 

[IC FBGCav]

As a Canes fans, this is the stats you get. We are 91.6% on the penalty kill..........5th best in the league....starting 1/23/2014

 

[IC FBGCav]

That Florida franchise might be the worst in pro sports. Just hopeless and awful. Everything about it.

See Carolina

 

[IC FBGCav]

Anyone feel like watching the NHL is a letdown after watching int'l hockey?

Because teams don't have All Stars throughout the lineup?It's a letdown due to talent dropoff and the games right now mean a lot less. But I can't wait for the playoffs.

Russia, USA, Sweden, Finland..........did not have all star teams.

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

Anyone feel like watching the NHL is a letdown after watching int'l hockey?

Because teams don't have All Stars throughout the lineup?It's a letdown due to talent dropoff and the games right now mean a lot less. But I can't wait for the playoffs.

Russia, USA, Sweden, Finland..........did not have all star teams.

Close enough. Guys like Bobby Ryan and Victor Hedman didn't make the teams.

 

[Premier]

Hey the Lightning blew a 2 goal lead again.

 

[ItsOnlytheRiver]

Gotta be honest... I'm happy the NHL is back.

 

[Brady Marino]

Mike Harrington @BNHarrington

Miller made 15 saves tonight for #STLBlues, second-fewest in a win in his career. He made 13 for #Sabres in 6-2 win vs. FLA on 3/31/10

You think Ryan Miller is going to enjoy playing in STL or what?

 

[IC FBGCav]

Anyone feel like watching the NHL is a letdown after watching int'l hockey?

Because teams don't have All Stars throughout the lineup?It's a letdown due to talent dropoff and the games right now mean a lot less. But I can't wait for the playoffs.

Russia, USA, Sweden, Finland..........did not have all star teams.

Close enough. Guys like Bobby Ryan and Victor Hedman didn't make the teams.

And many player that are not as good as them did.

 

[northern exposure]

Eddie Lack getting third straight start after Olympic break for Canucks. Anybody think there's a chance Luongo gets dealt? Maybe to Washington?

Looks like where this was smoke, there was fire. Only Luongo ended up in Florida, not Washington. Man, Gillis and Torts have really screwed up the Canucks. Can't say I hate to see it happen though.

 

[ffldrew]

Mike Harrington @BNHarrington

Miller made 15 saves tonight for #STLBlues, second-fewest in a win in his career. He made 13 for #Sabres in 6-2 win vs. FLA on 3/31/10

You think Ryan Miller is going to enjoy playing in STL or what?

He looked like a different person in the post game interview on NBCSN

 

[Brady Marino]

Mike Harrington @BNHarrington

Miller made 15 saves tonight for #STLBlues, second-fewest in a win in his career. He made 13 for #Sabres in 6-2 win vs. FLA on 3/31/10

You think Ryan Miller is going to enjoy playing in STL or what?

He looked like a different person in the post game interview on NBCSN

Just like with Bouwmeester last season, never underestimate the restorative powers that a player gets when he goes from cellar dweller to contender.

Another fun fact: Miller has faced 42 shots combined in his first two games with the Blues. He's faced 42 or more shots in a single game 8 times this season with Buffalo. Eight.

 

[northern exposure]

In what may be his last game in an Oilers uniform, Ales Hemsky scores two goals to lead the Oilers to a 3-2 victory over Ottawa.

Interesting because one of the teams supposedly interested in Hemsky is the Senators.

 

[ditka311]

Not a big move and if this was posted, I apologize. Blackhawks trade 2014 2nd rounder to Phoenix for David Rundblad and Mathieu Brisebois. Hopefully Rundblad can realize his potential with the Hawks.

http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=445265

 

[Doctor Detroit]

That Wings loss hurt, goal in the last minute or so to tie it or hand them a loss. Two years of this now, so frustrating.

Datsuk down again, first time I've ever worried about the playoff streak ending in the last 20+ years was tonight after the loss. They need another blueliner tomorrow.

 

[Parmcat]

Florida gets Luongo as the face of the franchise, maybe they can sell an extra 2000 tickets for a few weeks and almost break even this year. Seems like building around Markstrom was the right idea but always waiting for something to happen never seems to work for them.

Interesting to see where Vanek goes, hopefully it is out west somewhere. Kings seem to be a perfect fit.

TSN reported tonight, that the Kings have said the asking price for Vanek is too high, and are now looking hard at Moulson and Cammalleri

 

[tom22406]

So the Caps ended up basically trading Forsberg and Erat for Klesla and Latta :X

So bad

 

[dgreen]

So the Caps ended up basically trading Forsberg and Erat for Klesla and Latta :X

So bad

1) Erat sucks, big time.

2) Cap move to sign Kuzy?

 

[Sheriff66]

 

[tom22406]

So the Caps ended up basically trading Forsberg and Erat for Klesla and Latta :X

So bad

1) Erat sucks, big time.

2) Cap move to sign Kuzy?

1)Erat was horribly mismanaged here and I think he's a decent player,just won't prove it in a Caps sweater.

2)Clearly they wanted out from under Erat's contract and yes Kuzy is on his way.

 

[Bill Brasky]

Sheriff!

 

[Premier]

Local beat guys think Marty will be traded today.

Man.....what a putz.

 

[Bill Brasky]

Torrey Mitchell reportedly asked for a trade then denies reports about it, but they have been backed up as reputable. I don't understand that at all unless he thinks he's a top 6 guy which that was pretty obvious he was never going to be here when he signed (nor should he be). mostly 4th line minutes but he's always had a clear spot and role in the lineup in the bottom 6 and chipping in a little on the PK.

 

[Bill Brasky]

didn't someone in the offseason thread this past year say that they thought the Canucks would go into rebuild this year? was it Rud maybe? I can't remember. Gillis essentially admitting they are "retooling" with recent moves and looking like Kesler could be next (if not today then by the draft) they are well on their way. at the time I didn't think this would be coming for at least a couple years. great call whoever that was.

 

[Bill Brasky]

I wonder if the Wild would make a run at Hemsky today. seems like the cheaper wing scoring upgrade they could use that they could potentially replace with Vanek in the offseason.

 

[Bill Brasky]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

 

[ffldrew]

With so many teams in playoff contention it will be difficult to find partners who will overpay with players and the teams looking for playoff help need players not picks- only the bottom of the barrel teams are in that position. All the talk of guys like Kesler, Spezza and St Louis seem crazy given where the teams stand in the playoff race. Maybe it will be a lot of hot air today

 

[tom22406]

Michael Russo ‏@Russostrib

I'm hearing now Gaborik to #lakings is a done deal. Don't know for what

 

[ffldrew]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

What are we doing a Sioux reunion?

 

[tom22406]

Michael Russo ‏@Russostrib

I'm hearing now Gaborik to #lakings is a done deal. Don't know for what

Michael Russo ‏@Russostrib

Hate to backtrack on Twitter (always fun), but now told Gaborik to #lakings is not quite done deal. Source is close to Gaborik tho

 

[Bill Brasky]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

What are we doing a Sioux reunion?

only if Toews comes too.

 

[tom22406]

@TSNBobMcKenzie: Hearing Marty St. Louis to NYR has really ramped up and may be much closer to reality

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

didn't someone in the offseason thread this past year say that they thought the Canucks would go into rebuild this year? was it Rud maybe? I can't remember. Gillis essentially admitting they are "retooling" with recent moves and looking like Kesler could be next (if not today then by the draft) they are well on their way. at the time I didn't think this would be coming for at least a couple years. great call whoever that was.

I think I've been saying they are a sinking ship for awhile. Had no prospects in the pipeline, and little depth, to support their aging stars.

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

would love to unload this guy

 

[Brady Marino]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

What are we doing a Sioux reunion?

only if Toews comes too.

You can have TJ Oshie over our dead body.

 

[Bill Brasky]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

What are we doing a Sioux reunion?

only if Toews comes too.

You can have TJ Oshie over our dead body.

sweet goal last night.

 

[Brady Marino]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

would love to unload this guy

I hear Sabres fans are already ready to pack Stewart's bags.

 

[Bill Brasky]

I think something like Hemsky for Mitchell + 3rd makes a lot of sense. let's do this.

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

would love to unload this guy

I hear Sabres fans are already ready to pack Stewart's bags.

after one game?

there's a lot of dumb people in this world

 

[Jules Winnfield]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

Would they have to give up a pick and say a Mitchell or Brodziak?

Would you rather have Brodziak or Stafford?

 

[Brady Marino]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

would love to unload this guy

I hear Sabres fans are already ready to pack Stewart's bags.

after one game?

there's a lot of dumb people in this world

In a Sabres forum, posters seemed to think Stewart was trying not to get hurt Monday so he can be traded.

 

[Bill Brasky]

Stafford being rumored as a possible target because of several connections. would also add some size to the lineup which they probably want for the playoffs. another year left at $4MM hit, sacrifice speed, and hasn't been scoring for a while...ugh, pass please.

Would they have to give up a pick and say a Mitchell or Brodziak?

Would you rather have Brodziak or Stafford?

they would have to give up a pick with Mitchell...3rd or 2nd probably?

I would take Brodziak for Stafford actually. that's a nice improvement. both have a year left and I would much rather have Stafford, Brodziak has regressed so far.

 

[tom22406]

@TSNBobMcKenzie: Hearing Marty St. Louis to NYR has really ramped up and may be much closer to reality

@TSNBobMcKenzie

No official confirmations (yet) but hearing NYR are prepared to trade Callahan, plus 1st rd pick and 2nd rd pick for Marty St. Louis. Close.

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

In a Sabres forum, posters seemed to think Stewart was trying not to get hurt Monday so he can be traded.

well there you go.

I don't know if he's a solution or not. would be fine with flipping him, but he's talented and I trust Nolan to motivate him if he sticks around.

 

[tom22406]

@TSNBobMcKenzie: Hearing Marty St. Louis to NYR has really ramped up and may be much closer to reality

@TSNBobMcKenzie

No official confirmations (yet) but hearing NYR are prepared to trade Callahan, plus 1st rd pick and 2nd rd pick for Marty St. Louis. Close.

@TSNBobMcKenzie

Assuming St. Louis deal is finalized, I believe Tampa is looking at Callahan as a rental. No appetite for 6 years or $6M per.

 

[Aaron Rudnicki]

wow.

I wasn't expecting the Rangers to throw in those picks to sweeten that deal.

 

[chet]

Torrey Mitchell reportedly asked for a trade then denies reports about it, but they have been backed up as reputable. I don't understand that at all unless he thinks he's a top 6 guy which that was pretty obvious he was never going to be here when he signed (nor should he be). mostly 4th line minutes but he's always had a clear spot and role in the lineup in the bottom 6 and chipping in a little on the PK.

Mitchell went to my high school and I know his dad. I don't have any insight though.