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Game Day Open Thread - Islanders @ Caps

New York Islanders at Washington Capitals, Nov 11, 2009 7:00 PM EST




Tonight's probable netminders:


GP MIN W L O EGA GA GAA SA SV SV% SO
Jose Theodore 12 655 5 2 4 0 31 2.84 336 305 .908 0


GP MIN W L O EGA GA GAA SA SV SV% SO
Dwayne Roloson 9 526 5 1 3 0 24 2.74 278 254 .914 0


Have at it, people.

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I’m a lyrical word-smith motherfuckin’ genius.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 5:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Back from the dead...
Yo, Islanders, I’m really sorry you didn’t get your new arena and Imma let you go back to holding pointless rallies, but the Buffalo Banana Slugs had one of the worst team logos of all time. ALL TIME!

I don't care how you score goals. Pretty or ugly. The ballet or the bulldozer. However you do it, just do it. And make sure you do it more than the other guys.

by Holt Worth on Nov 11, 2009 5:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

George Bush doesn’t care about Islanders fans!

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 6:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

The Isles are thin on reliable NHL D; here’s hoping they see something they like from one or two of our expendable guys tonight.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 5:27 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Who do you want from NYI?

by HBK on Nov 11, 2009 5:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Picks. A 2nd rounder’s as good as a first, coming from them.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 5:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Good point.

by HBK on Nov 11, 2009 5:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yup. Doubt we’d get a 2 for Mo or Juice but it would be nice.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 5:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

How about trading Mo and/or Juice along with the Caps’ 2010 1st round pick for Mark Streit? He’s 31 years old and he’s in year 2 of a 5 year, $ 20 million contract. (so this is contingent on Nylander moving)

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 5:48 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’d pass. I like him but that much money at that length isn’t something I like for the Capitals and I expect Alzner and Carlson to be up pretty soon.

by David M. Getz on Nov 11, 2009 5:54 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Nope. This is going to be a good draft. AsDMG mentioned we’ve got good D-men coming up soon. Last thing this team needs is more vets hurting salary cap numbers. I like Streit but not that much.

A man gotta have a code

by CP2Devil on Nov 11, 2009 6:18 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

It’s funny — everyone always says they want a better #2/#3 D-man, but it’s really hard to come up with anyone who can fill that role, might be available for a reasonable price, and doesn’t break the bank.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 7:04 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Why do you think this will be a good draft? The last couple years all I heard was that the 2010 draft wasn’t going to be very good.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:39 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Don’t we have enough D/LWers?

(Note, I’d love to see Streit here).

I'm so sick and tired of the refs explaining the calls like this is the NFL.

by Whiter Mage on Nov 11, 2009 5:55 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’d pass because I think Streit is more of a PP specialist, and I don’t think we need that really.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:38 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Lineup, per Tarik
Forwards
Fleischmann-Backstrom-Knuble
Laich-Morrison-Semin
Clark-Perreault-Fehr
Laing-Steckel-Bradley
Scratches: Ovechkin, Gordon

Defense
Morrisonn-Green
Poti-Jurcina
Erskine-Pothier
Scratches: Sloan, Schultz

Goalies
Theodore
Varlamov

Love that third line (under the circumstances)

by David M. Getz on Nov 11, 2009 5:44 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Also, Okposo’s out sick. You could argue that Okposo’s absence reduces the Islanders’ chances of winning this one more than Ovechkin’s absence hurts the Caps.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 5:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’d argue just that. Add in vet leader like Weight and decent D-man out and there is no excuse not to win this one.

A man gotta have a code

by CP2Devil on Nov 11, 2009 5:54 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I thought Weight just came out last week – he’s out again?

I'm so sick and tired of the refs explaining the calls like this is the NFL.

by Whiter Mage on Nov 11, 2009 5:56 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yes. He’s out again for I believe a month with upper body injury.

A man gotta have a code

by CP2Devil on Nov 11, 2009 5:59 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Tonight’s probable netmidners

For once I’m not the one not editing stuff. :-)

A man gotta have a code

by CP2Devil on Nov 11, 2009 5:53 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

What happened to hearing about Nylander today? The suspense is killing me!

by Smithy on Nov 11, 2009 6:15 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Skip any game-day distraction and announce on Thursday(?)

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 6:21 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Sorry all, mother-in-law is in town (she’s here through at least Turkey day—I know, just kill me now) but I also need some update on Niles as well since this is the first chance I’ve had get on Japers’ for an update. I’m hoping to see the game but I’m guessing there is some “show” she wants to see… Did I mention this is day 15 of the mother-in-law siege (call it S+15) and the Mrs just happens to be on a business trip to San Diego leaving just the two of us to bond? Just venting but also looking for info. A KLM loan would sure brighten the mood.

by kcfatts on Nov 11, 2009 6:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I don’t even care where he goes as long as the cap hit is gone.

by HBK on Nov 11, 2009 6:32 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

XM just said Medvedev and Daley will be in Uncle Ted’s box for the game tonight! Could it be……….. ;D

If you don't wanna get hit, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP!

by dlw66 on Nov 11, 2009 6:40 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I think it’s unrelated.

by sixsevenfiftysix on Nov 11, 2009 6:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

It could be unrelated. It’s not every day though that the head of the KHL comes to the US. With all of the talk this week, it seems to be more than just a coincedance. I like to hope so, anyway!

If you don't wanna get hit, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP!

by dlw66 on Nov 11, 2009 6:52 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Wow great point..
Could Nylander be the first NHL player to go to the KHL in a negotiated contract that becomes the precedent for future loans between the leagues?

I dont know enough about hockey to know if this has happened before, but im sure someone can enlighten me.

by shaiba8 on Nov 11, 2009 10:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

foul. pilot error. khl v klm. urgh.

by kcfatts on Nov 11, 2009 8:09 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’m telling you guys, nothing beats pre-game Cash Cab.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 6:51 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

absolutley nothing.

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 6:52 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

According to the History channel Satan is back.

I was wondered what happened to Miroslav

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 6:54 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

he is back for the 2012 movie. Even he wants to see how it goes down.

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 6:56 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

i’d have to say call of duty modern warfare 2 is actually going to beat Cash Cab

by i12swim on Nov 11, 2009 7:00 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I lack the necessary hardware to play that game, so I can’t compare.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 7:02 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Cash Cab is a poor man’s Call of Duty

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 7:06 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Then that speaks pretty highly of the game, IMO.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 7:07 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

ya if you get a chance its highly entertaining and a great storyline, hard to improve on the first one but they certainly did (i have to say i was watching cash cab before i started playing though)

by i12swim on Nov 11, 2009 7:08 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

link anyone?

by MadDog31 on Nov 11, 2009 6:56 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Seconded…the one on atdhe doesn’t seem to work and I can’t try myp2p from work.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 7:04 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

thirdonded

no center ice coverage $#$%

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 7:06 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

channelsurfing.net has it listed.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:07 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

just went live on channelsurfing.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 7:10 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Hey folks, I’ll be gamethreading from the press box tonight with complete coverage of Ovie’s actions. Get ready for it.

7:34 – Ovie laughs at a joke by Schultz, presumably about Michael Nylander heading to Russia
7:44 – Ovie appears to be daydreaming. Sources tell me he’s thinking about Skoal.

And so forth…

Oh, and win this game please.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 6:57 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Does he double-dip his nachos?

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 7:04 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Jill – “we got some audio issues there…”
Chick – “Mhm. Yup.”

CSN is so funny.

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 7:00 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

So Lindsay winked at the camera with the Courage toque on a couple minutes ago. Internet team, your mission, should you choose to accept it…

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:02 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Get off Semin’s back!

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

So...

Per Corey:

GM George McPhee says there is no news to report on the Michael Nylander situation.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

SEMIN!! WOW!!!

by fnralch on Nov 11, 2009 7:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

so maybe semin has a decent slapshot

by i12swim on Nov 11, 2009 7:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

statement from 28

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

just tuning up the DVR now…that first goal was poetic.

by Natty Bumppo on Nov 11, 2009 7:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

….and so was that turnover for NYI goal #3.

by Natty Bumppo on Nov 11, 2009 7:40 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Holy s**t, SASHA

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 7:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Semin!!! Thats his message to the haters!!

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 7:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

well, that should silence some of the talk

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 7:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

get rid of semin?

by snowburnt on Nov 11, 2009 7:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

8 seconds in, Semin must have been tracking that post from BeccaH all day

"I play Russian roulette everyday - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 7:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Trade that guy.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Vindication for CapsChick Becca.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 7:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Now bear down, fellas…

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 7:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Told ya. :(

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 7:11 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

maybe he read todays posts

If you don't wanna get hit, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP!

by dlw66 on Nov 11, 2009 7:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

That Semin goal seemed exactly like half of the ones on Becca’s highlight reel

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 7:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

And just like that…

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Theo….youre annoying me

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 7:11 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Nice spot to push that puck out to Theo…

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:11 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Um, yeah that’s on Theodore 90%

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:11 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Theo is back to his true form

by MadDog31 on Nov 11, 2009 7:12 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Theo’s true form is also Alex Semin’s true form.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

When was the last time Varly played?

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 7:12 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

against New Jersey?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:13 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

i expected he’d get the nod tonight

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 7:13 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

With the back to back games this weekend, he probably will.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:14 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That’s what we said last weekend.

by sixsevenfiftysix on Nov 11, 2009 7:15 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

i’m really hoping he gets a hot streak.

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 7:16 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Why would you assume that?

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Not worried…watching Sasha uncork that one has me energized.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:12 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

pretty hi risk pass from behind the net from Juice…not good

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:15 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

semin roofs that one 95% of the time

by Doncosmic on Nov 11, 2009 7:16 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Slightly more to the Nylander deal from TEB:

The Michael Nylander Situation is status quo at the moment. I’m hearing a number of KHL teams are in play, with CSKA Moscow now in the fray.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:16 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

This just in — Bob McKenzie reports via twitter that Michael Nylander will retire!

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 7:16 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Oh, there’s another twitter. It says only:

eventually

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 7:16 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

If anyone gets an English language feed, it’d be much appreciated.

by sixsevenfiftysix on Nov 11, 2009 7:17 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

We might see Varly sooner than that.

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:17 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

like right now

by Doncosmic on Nov 11, 2009 7:19 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Theo….seriously annoying me

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 7:17 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Hey Theo, give me a fucking break.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:17 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

screened on this one

by MadDog31 on Nov 11, 2009 7:18 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Theo’s just letting the guys have some motivation so they’ll score 5 in the third for him again

by Doncosmic on Nov 11, 2009 7:19 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Call timeout. That was hi risk hi reward Semin there.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:19 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

And Semin gives one right back. What a disgusting game so far.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:19 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

wow the team looks awful in front of Theo to be fair

by MadDog31 on Nov 11, 2009 7:19 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

yeah it’s like we thought the game was over at :08

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:20 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Pull Theo, now.

by sixsevenfiftysix on Nov 11, 2009 7:20 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

done

If you don't wanna get hit, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP!

by dlw66 on Nov 11, 2009 7:20 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Thank God.

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 7:21 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

how many sog for theo? do I wanna know? Let me look…

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 7:21 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

3 goals on 5 shotd

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 7:24 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That was a terrible turnover by Semin, but there should have been some D in position to mitigate that shit.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 7:21 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Most curious thing about this observation is the only guy I saw even or behind Semin was BMo. Where were the D?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:22 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

26-52, for the record. Maybe Mike was listening to the Wale album…

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:23 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

They were attacking, which made sense given the way the play developed.

by David M. Getz on Nov 11, 2009 7:24 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Oh I know, I was answering the inevitable “Who was on?” Q.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:25 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Can see one of them jumping up, especially when it’s 52 on ice, but isn’t that what ShaMo is supposed to be? Green’s safety valve?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:26 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I didn’t see it that way, but I’ll withhold judgment until I see a replay.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 7:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

agreed. and where the hell was the rest of that line?

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:22 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

having a meltdown. good thing it’s only the first period. hopefully the guys can pull a comeback ala last season’s game against the rangers.

Go varly!!

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 7:21 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Hey, go get yourself an avatar sport. You’ll see what we’re elitist snobs around here then.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:23 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

im gonna have to do some deep thinking about what to put on my avatar then. but i do kind of like the blank.. it’s mysterious =o

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 7:28 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

You could actually set a white square as your avatar, and meet in the middle.

"Camaraderie, that's what the Washington Capitals are all about."

by CapitalCentre on Nov 11, 2009 7:29 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

the weather matches the play of the Caps right now

evening folks … more dr. jekyll mr. hyde antics from 28?

by UnleashFurry on Nov 11, 2009 7:22 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

4 SOG for the caps. yikes.

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 7:23 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

The first goal was the one Theo has to have…very disappointing to have their next chance go in. Fuck.

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:24 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Phrase I never thought I’d hear – “Erskine looking to create.”

I'm so sick and tired of the refs explaining the calls like this is the NFL.

by Whiter Mage on Nov 11, 2009 7:25 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Unless of course there was a redwood in front of him and an axe in hand.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:26 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Topic of discussion for tomorrow: Why Theo will never be a reliable NHL goalie.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

See what happens without Jeff Schultz?

by sixsevenfiftysix on Nov 11, 2009 7:27 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

And more evidence that they mihgt play harder for Varly. Two scrums

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 7:28 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Trying to kick a spark into the team on the ice when you’re down by 2 in the first period wouldn’t be the reason?

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:28 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

yeah, that too. i’m just lookin for evidence tho. it has seemed to hold true

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 7:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’ll buy it if he can actually not give up three goals in back to back starts.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Suddenly, I’m missing a saavy vet like Federov to calm things down …

by UnleashFurry on Nov 11, 2009 7:28 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

He was such a bigger loss than Kozlov was.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:29 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

22 could step up with a dirty one right about now

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:29 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Suddenly, I’m missing a saavy vet like Federov to calm things down draw an unnecessary penalty…

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

too bad JT60 is one of our vets

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 7:32 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I feel like we need some MP magic here.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Are you calling for the Little Magician?

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:44 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That nickname is awkward written all over it.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

in all seriousness, i can see the isles being a force to reckon with. They have a good squad and good solid foundations for the future.

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 7:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Maybe one day, but for right now they’re no more than a mediocre team. Losing two on home ice to them would be pretty brutal.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

True. But they’re a mediocre team with a better work ethic then an “elite” team like the caps. They’re obviously doing something right.

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 7:32 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Well, Caps were just like that when they were crappy too. The least-skilled teams are usually the hardest working.

by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 7:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

it’d be nice to have both

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 7:47 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Semin tries to get too fancy, again. Tired of him.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Only one shooting the puck and creating anything out there. He’s not the reason we’re behind in this game.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Seriously? Thats kind of his job and what makes him such a great player to watch. Inconsistent, but Laich Knuble and company are the guys who play with grit for the short ugly goals, not guys like Semin

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 7:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Anyone listening to the internet radio?
They said the Caps lead the league in restraining fouls and are in last place in roughing/fighting penalties

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 7:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Not shocked to hear that.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Laich and Steckel (among others) need to do something about that.

by Steckel Me Elmo on Nov 11, 2009 7:55 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Just throwing this out there ...

If Nyls had left the Caps prior to the start of this season and you’re GMGM, do you re-sign Feds to a one year deal?

by UnleashFurry on Nov 11, 2009 7:30 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Nooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo.

by sixsevenfiftysix on Nov 11, 2009 7:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Depends on the money.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Not for $4 Million. Not for more than $2 Million.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 7:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

this…although 1.5 would have sounded even better.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:32 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

And with Feds’ financial situation, neither were realistic.

by sixsevenfiftysix on Nov 11, 2009 7:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I sure would have. Was he willing to take a one-year?

"Camaraderie, that's what the Washington Capitals are all about."

by CapitalCentre on Nov 11, 2009 7:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Let’s say Feds would be willing to sign for $2 million with the agreement he’d transition into a coaching/consultant role for the Caps … would you re-sign him on those terms if you’re GMGM?

by UnleashFurry on Nov 11, 2009 7:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Depends. Would he have caught Semin before he fell, chased down the breakaway from the O zone, or caught the shot taken from the blue line?

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 7:34 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Tremendous shift here. Can we get the payoff?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:34 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Nice extended shift there.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:34 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I’m sure you noticed Mo’ activating into the play to draw the PIM.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That’s who it was? Doing slight multitasking over here.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:47 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah it was Mo’. He activated a few times that shift to keep the puck in and then to draw the PIM. Suck it Juice lobby.

/still wants both gone

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:48 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Sim to the box. Is it a sign?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:34 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

not sure, but at least it indicates the Caps were outhustling on that last shift

by UnleashFurry on Nov 11, 2009 7:35 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I meant more along the lines of Sim being the biggest Cap killer getting outworked until he committed a penalty. Sign of a comeback.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Just turned game on as I got a LD call prior to game starting. What the hell is going on?

A man gotta have a code

by CP2Devil on Nov 11, 2009 7:35 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Semin scores at :08 and then the Isles pour it on after a Theo bobble

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:36 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Thx.

A man gotta have a code

by CP2Devil on Nov 11, 2009 7:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Convert this puppy

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:35 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Russian announcer: “Morrisonn… Shaone Morrisonn”.

by sixsevenfiftysix on Nov 11, 2009 7:35 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Oh wow, Fehr was hooked to death there.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:35 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

You don’t really expect us to get calls do you?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:35 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

wow terrible pass by green!

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 7:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Not his best period.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:36 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Then he weaves through all 4 Isles to earn an Offensive zone draw.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:36 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

and just a selfish 1 on 3. atta boy.

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:37 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

green??? WTF?

by UnleashFurry on Nov 11, 2009 7:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Beautiful

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 7:38 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Wow, Backstrom.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:38 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Such a cheap assist.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:38 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Ha. They should give him the secondary assist just because.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Backstrom fantastic rush…Flash continues to be the player BB thinks he is.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:38 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

wow, sick move by Backy and a great finish.

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:38 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

that was an excuse me pass

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 7:38 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Um, snark?

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

only primary assists matter

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Canes Country agrees with you.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Eric Staal could use a helper about now.

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

He’s got a helper right now… but it’s a medic.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:47 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That’s standard in all Canes SPC these days.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:48 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

nah, didn’t mean it to come across that way

by UnleashFurry on Nov 11, 2009 7:49 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Perreault disagrees.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 7:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

So happy that Flash is having such a good season !

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 7:39 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Looked more like an actual move to the slot that got rolling on him and went too far. Flash pounced on it smartly.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:39 PM EST reply actions   1 recs

Rec’d for the avatar. Nicely done — I know you’d put some thought into that one. Super.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 7:40 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Actually someone suggested it on another thread and it just struck me as perfect. Kudos to whoever it was.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’m guessing that was G.O.D.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 7:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Nope. I ain’t that clever.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 7:44 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Oh, never mind then. I’ve seen you suggest avatars before though.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 7:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

My suggestion this time was Dave Christian. I think I like this one better.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 7:50 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Keep that up Laich.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:48 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Roloson definitely tripped Laich there.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:49 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Varlamov with a big glove save. That would have been a killer.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:50 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

another at the horn too.

Where’s my whiskey?

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:50 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

He’s definitely stabilized it. Glad we got one back on that PP.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:50 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yup. One goal down is nothing for this team against NYI. Hopefully NYI doesn’t suck the life out of the game and play a 1 man forecheck with 4 guys on the redline all game.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:51 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Haha. Minnesota and NJ coming up too. You’re gonna have fun these next couple games.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 7:53 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Minnesota has tried to put in a more aggressive system under Todd Richards, but they just don’t have the personnel to be successful with it yet.

by Steckel Me Elmo on Nov 11, 2009 7:58 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

And they suck on the road. Could be a fun one now that I think about it.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:00 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That would certainly increase the Caps’ chances of winning. It would also increase our chances of stabbing our eyes out.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 7:53 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Ahhh swamp hockey. Why the hate? I mean its so visually appealing.

A man gotta have a code

by CP2Devil on Nov 11, 2009 7:54 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I had thought about getting tickets for Friday’s game but I’m probably going to pass given it’s the Wild. Much better games to go see. I’d rather watch the next 2 at home and vent on here about the game lacking even a pulse.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:54 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I sold mine, but I may do the Dewar’s club thing; seems like a good value for the food and drink alone.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:56 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I was at the game against the Wild a couple years ago when Bradley famously wore the Crimson Mask. That was a surprisingly entertaining game.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:58 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Rolly got away with one there

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:50 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I fucking hate Rolosuck. Probably the goalie I hate the most in the whole NHL.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:50 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Varly playing solid

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 7:50 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Varly seems to play better coming in cold. Maybe Theo should play the first 10 minutes of every game.

Then again, if he’s going to give up 3 every time, maybe not.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 7:51 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Varly…thank you for not annoying me. Keep it up.

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 7:50 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Hopefully we’ve seen our “scoring in bunches”-against episode for this evening

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 7:51 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

steve mason going through the sophomore slump…

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 7:53 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

There’s no way the Caps score only 2 goals tonight. Too much firepower, Isles lack the talent to skate with them. This should still be a W.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 7:56 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Yup, should be.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 7:58 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Jesus Al, you can’t even get the name of the book right?

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:56 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

You can just tell he doesn’t care at all what the guy has to say too.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:57 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Al’s Koken

by bigonetimer on Nov 11, 2009 7:58 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Smokin’ something good…

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 7:58 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That may be the booze (what’s a “stoffing stocker”?

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 7:58 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

There can only be one Ni-lander.

"If you're gonna die after 24, might as well jump out at 23:59, no?"

by Laich It Or Lump It on Nov 11, 2009 8:01 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

There can be only none!

Take it from Murphy.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:02 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Is he looking for a shrubbery?

Our lives are this moment, the music, the dance ....

Fan Clubs: Sloan, Schultz

by gotsparkly on Nov 12, 2009 8:40 AM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Comcast Sportsnet, puh-leeze: “Breaking news” and it’s about the Nationals’ coach? I admit, I got my hopes up.

"Camaraderie, that's what the Washington Capitals are all about."

by CapitalCentre on Nov 11, 2009 7:58 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Haha. Same here. I was only casually listening and my ears perked up for nothing. I shouldn’t have even gotten worked up. I’ll hear about the Nyls situation on this site before I hear about it from the TV.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:00 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

ugh I have to watch on MSG….they…r…horrible

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 8:00 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Smokin’ Al?

If you don't wanna get hit, KEEP YOUR HEAD UP!

by dlw66 on Nov 11, 2009 7:59 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Wow. That was the worst fucking replay of the Semin goal that I have ever seen. Can that even count as a replay. I fucking hate CSN.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:01 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Nice, atdhe has an English language feed up.

by sixsevenfiftysix on Nov 11, 2009 8:02 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Is it supposed to be a recap of the 2001 draft?

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:03 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Haha, don’t worry, they just had Joe and Craig on but now it’s commercials.

by sixsevenfiftysix on Nov 11, 2009 8:04 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe I’m just being hopeful, but Clark’s play has actually seemed dare I say effective since being paired with MP. I have a premonition those 2 will hook up for a goal tonight.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:02 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Got a quick glance at the game right before end of period 1 during commercial break of m-i-law’s ‘show’. Yikes. Gotta sneak off more… Theo’s having a bad day??

by kcfatts on Nov 11, 2009 8:06 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Not anymore. Varly’s in now

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 8:09 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Gotcha. Thanks.

by kcfatts on Nov 11, 2009 8:13 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Wow, I didn’t need to see a replay of that move by Semin. Yikes.

Oh well, you score and I guess you get one of those free. I guess.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:05 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

They saw the replay of the Laich getting tripped…thanks refs.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:08 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Big save by Roloson. I like the way our PP is looking.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I officially like BMo on the point more than I like AO on the point. Wouldn’t mind this being a more permanent set up.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I’d rather AO makes the safer play like BMo does…I like Laich or Knuble on our top unit if BMo plays a point they’re going to have the SOB line down low.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:11 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

And I love that the Redskins are the “even if we don’t win we’re going to keep playing hard” team and the Caps are the championship contenders.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:11 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Caps buzzing a bit now.

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 8:13 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

We are all over them right now.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:13 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

MP is soooo slick!

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 8:14 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

2nd one Eric’s drawn, yes?

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 8:14 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Fehr is playing well

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:14 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

He’s earned a 6th minute of TOI?

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 8:24 PM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Dogs and cats, living together.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 8:25 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

We’re earning these chances, let’s bury it.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:14 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Wow, this game is such a distraction from interviewing an injured football player from a suckhole football team.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 8:16 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I was thinking the same thing. Thanks for calling the play guys.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:16 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

At least you could hear Cooley go nuts. He’s a real fan.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:17 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yup. I love his enthusiasm for the game. The Caps really should use him as much as possible to spread the love of the game to the Redskins crowd. I’ve always wondered why the NHL is so terrible at promoting hockey to football fans.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:19 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I really like Cooley even though I despise the Skins. He’s a great personality and his friendship with Ovie has resulted in some good promotions for the Caps. Agreed re: the NHL and football fans.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:20 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Agreed on Cooley’s personality too. Seems like a good dude.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:22 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

annoying yip yapping, to be sure

"I play Russian roulette everyday - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 8:16 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

and theres #2……………………….

by Doncosmic on Nov 11, 2009 8:16 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Trade Green too.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:16 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Nice.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:17 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Haha, nice.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:17 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Semin…..Im proud o defend you!!

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 8:16 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

feast or famine

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 8:16 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Apparently.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:17 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

He wasn’t playing hurt or anything…you can see the relief on his face…the guy wants to contribute.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:17 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I agree. He definitely has been feeling the pressure. But I’m not going to let his white hot moments make me forget the big picture with him.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:18 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I hear you on the big picture…except my quote would be I’m not going to let him committing a good number of penalties and turnovers make me forget all the goals, takeaways, and penalties he draws.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:19 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

But they’re so hot!

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 8:25 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

So Alex Semin is Britney Spears?

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:26 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I think you misread, he said “so hot”.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

You’re telling me she never gave you wood?

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:28 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Being honest, not Britney.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:29 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Damn. I definitely thought she was hot when I was in HS. Never imagined that when I got to see her good bits I wouldn’t enjoy it.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’ll order the feast tonight, please

"I play Russian roulette everyday - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 8:18 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

He’s REALLY high energy tonight

by Doncosmic on Nov 11, 2009 8:17 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Too bad Laing can’t shoot

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 8:17 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Seriously. And even on that rebound he approached it with his stick on the wrong side of his body.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:19 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Stecks needs to score a goal…its time.

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 8:18 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Seconded.

"Camaraderie, that's what the Washington Capitals are all about."

by CapitalCentre on Nov 11, 2009 8:19 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

He’s low man on the TOI scale. If he could actually do something on ES (since the team hasn’t been on the PK at all yet), then that would change.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 8:29 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Exactly. Until further development he’s a 4C.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Not that it means a damn thing, but did that seem like the most joyless Caps goal celebration in years to anyone else?

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:18 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I don’t mind it. They should never have to come back from 3-1 to such a bad team.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:20 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

End of the PP guys are gassed?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:20 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

We’re missing ovechkin after the whistle too!

I feel the same away about avatars as Ovechkin does about speed limits.

by Ovechkin on Nov 11, 2009 8:20 PM EST via mobile up reply actions   0 recs

THIS is why I defend Mr. Semin

I feel the same away about avatars as Ovechkin does about speed limits.

by Ovechkin on Nov 11, 2009 8:19 PM EST via mobile reply actions   0 recs

Semin has his third two-goal game of the season, his first since game 3

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 8:20 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Is it just me or does the PP of late seem much more organized in Ovi’s absence? Blasphemy I know.

by ChrisAm on Nov 11, 2009 8:21 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Green playing a little better has helped…and whether he’s scoring or not Semin is a good calming influence with the puck because he’s patient with it and it opens up a lot of space.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:22 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

both so far, though more of the good dr

"I play Russian roulette everyday - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 8:22 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Fehr and MP crashing the net for a rebound there. Nice contrast and something I think we all would love to see more of.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:22 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Wow that was close.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:23 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Yup. A hat trick tonight wouldn’t shock me in the least.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:23 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

He’s feeling it tonight.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:23 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

A great feed there.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:24 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I could swear I just saw Semin on the backcheck.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:23 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Nobody questions that he can do all the things you are pointing out.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:25 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

No as much as I defend Semin even I was shocked on that one.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:25 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I think the folks around here are pretty appreciative of his defensive ability as well as his offensive. I think Semin might literally be the one guy in the NHL that absolutely could not shock me. He could make the most ridiculously talented play or the absolute dumbest play.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

This sums up his maddening talent about as perfectly as it could be done.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:28 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’m sorry, that last play just topped your effort.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

He could make the most ridiculously talented play or the absolute dumbest play.

Sometimes within the same period.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 8:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Sometimes within the same shift

"Camaraderie, that's what the Washington Capitals are all about."

by CapitalCentre on Nov 11, 2009 8:32 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

But not as frequently because his brilliant moments often end with a horn.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Semin.. can’t live with him; can’t live without him

by Smithy on Nov 11, 2009 8:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Awful Poti. C’mon.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I’m with you.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

He had a man streaking down the slot, but I guess in his defense if he missed the pass it was a breakaway.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:28 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Complete and utter dominance so far this period.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

SOG in the 2nd: 11:2

by fnralch on Nov 11, 2009 8:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

The comeback is complete…now we actually need to get the lead and hold it.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

could have sworn I heard one of the three on the broadcast rip a fart

"I play Russian roulette everyday - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 8:27 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Just realized next two games are on CSN+ :(

by wipps on Nov 11, 2009 8:28 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Seriously why do you have to kill a good vibe. Why do the Wizards get top billing I thought they figured this out last year…

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:29 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

ugh … why do they do that now, with the increasing proliferation of HD channels, makes no sense to punish us with SD anymore

"I play Russian roulette everyday - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 8:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

UMD men’s basketball on friday vs powerhouse charleston southern

by wipps on Nov 11, 2009 8:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

in HD? cripes, some hockey town, this place called DC

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by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 8:32 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I really like this line. Fehr is doing work tonight.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:30 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

MP is magic out there. When he gets a point later in this game I’m officially going to campaign he stays up until he has 3 bad games in a row.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:30 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I feel like MPs shifts are too short

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by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 8:32 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Never say that. Especially not on this team. Especially for a guy trying to stick on the team. If he gets stuck out on a long shift and gets burned defensively for it he could very well go to Hershey. He doesn’t have the cache to push his luck with his individual shift length. BB just need to keep getting him out there. Seems like almost every shift the Caps end up doing something in the offensive zone.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:35 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Thanks D’Wayne!

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

that was pretty

by Smithy on Nov 11, 2009 8:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

that was a wow

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 8:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

circus shot

"I play Russian roulette every day - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 8:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Hell to the yeah. Go Fehr. Fuck Roloson.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

So glad he’s back in style.

"Camaraderie, that's what the Washington Capitals are all about."

by CapitalCentre on Nov 11, 2009 8:36 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

What’s the story with Roloson? Why the hate?

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:37 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

The guy dives and whines so freaking much. I’ve never seen a goalie beg for calls the way he does. He takes every opportunity he can to flip his mask off and get a whistle to stop play (which sometimes is a safety issue so I understand it, but he has pretty blatantly done it to relieve his D when they are pinned) and in general has a very douche-like quality to everything he does.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:38 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

K. Just wondering. I love having extra reasons to dislike conference opponents.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:39 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That’s mine. I was so pissed watching him take EDM to the SCF even though I loved them taking out DET.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:40 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Have you watched Chris Osgood before?

I'm so sick and tired of the refs explaining the calls like this is the NFL.

by Whiter Mage on Nov 11, 2009 8:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Not even close. Roloson is way worse. The only guy I could put close is Hasek.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:48 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I can’t say Osgood isn’t better than Roloson. Also, wasn’t it CuJo who had the ref fall on him in an argument?

Maybe I don’t know much about Roloson because he’s a shimmering image of mediocrity.

I'm so sick and tired of the refs explaining the calls like this is the NFL.

by Whiter Mage on Nov 11, 2009 8:50 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah that was Cujo (and iirc he had a legit beef). That last line sums it up pretty well. Mediocre goalie on teams you probably didn’t care about (MIN and EDM).

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:52 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Wow! How did that even go in?

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Even though that goes in, I love the pass from Clark and I love MP driving the net.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Great minds.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:37 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

And, again, I love that it’s MP driving the net (beating his defender) and ready for a pass or a rebound. Awesome.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:37 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Perfect position.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:37 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

MP must stay until he hits a wall.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:37 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I couldn’t agree more. Gordon can sit. It’s not even close.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:38 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Exactly. Steckel is our 4C. Let’s see what this team looks like if it gets 3 scoring lines rolling. Scary.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:39 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Honestly the distinction between 3 and 4 doesn’t exist for me any more. It did last year with Brash in the lineup. The way each of those lines are possessing the puck and chipping in right now it’s just 2 more solid lines that have stepped up production at a great time.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:40 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Gordo definitely shouldn’t knock MP out of the lineup. The question is whether one of the two can slide over and replace Laing.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Replace Laing? Why?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Slowest and most limited skill set.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Agreed but I’ll take him over Gordon.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Gordo and Laing are kind of the same player, though Laing has that “willing to die for his team” quality that you can’t get enough of. Right now I wouldn’t mess with it and let Gordo rest up.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I could live with a Bradley/Steckel/Gordon 4th line. I don’t think they’d give up many goals at all.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That’s true. That 4th line has been maintaining a territorial advantage and cycling, but I don’t really consider them a scoring threat. Hard to say MP’s line hasn’t been a scoring threat since he’s been up. Whatever pair he’s with, and wherever on the depth chart, that line produces.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Bradley has chipped in a few just not lately, but Laing has and STeckel is going to light the lamp eventually.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

We’ll see. I’ll reevaluate my position at that time. Bradley has 3 goals and the one was a gift from Osgood. It counts but he hasn’t exactly been an offensive threat on anything close to resembling a regular basis.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Clark has some helpers but he still hasn’t scored much either though even playing with MP. Granted it’s a very small sample size…trust me I am trying to get VIP status in the MP lobby as well.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Bradley had a couple of good looks tonight close to the net

by SethB on Nov 11, 2009 8:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yup. And he showed why I never expect him to bury them.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:48 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I have no problems with Bradley’s production currently. Chipped in a few important ones during the playoffs and is one of the few guys on our team who loves to dump it in deep and really chase it or lay the body on the D. He does his job well. If he’s putting 10 in a year and a few timely ones in the playoffs I’m perfectly happy with that.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:50 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Agreed, but my point was more that I don’t think of that 4th line as a scoring threat. Hence the “3 scoring lines, one checking line” statement.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:52 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Re: Gordo vs. Laing

Not that I think either one is that much better than the other, though Gordon may hold a very slight edge. I just know Gordon is going into the lineup soon whether we like it or not. Coach seems to love him. Rather have him replace Laing if it has to be anyone.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:54 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Gordon takes face offs and is a much better skater than Q. That makes him that much more valuable so I agree, Q should sit, not MP. Hopefully we have cap space so we can keep Q as the emergency F if someone gets hurt again. Then we can all see him when we need him, he gets the NHL paycheck, and he’s not taking a beating in HER during games that don’t really matter to us.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:56 PM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Yeah, I’d agree with that because Laing is a guy who wouldn’t take the 13th F spot for granted. Perfect fit.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:57 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Gotcha. We’re not even at full health yet where you’re looking at 2 out of the trio of Flash/Laich/Fehr being pushed down to that 3rd line. What could MP do with 2 of those guys on his wing?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:54 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, they really might be able to roll out three dangerous scoring lines. This team is crazy deep up front.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:56 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Wait, I thought we needed to trade for another top 6 forward.

/CI’d

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by gotsparkly on Nov 12, 2009 8:50 AM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Exactly. I had almost given up on the 3 scoring lines but out of nowhere he and Flash revived the dream.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:57 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Well you know 5 out of the 6 top fowards are going to be Ovie/Semin/Backstrom/Knuble/BMo…at this point I would say Flash has earned that last spot in the last 6 but so has Laich. Fehr with MP and the other guy could be quite dangerous.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:58 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yup

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:59 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

2 from Semin and 1 from Fehr. I’d be up for a Stecks/Clark goal at some point.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 8:37 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Clark has looked the much more dangerous of the two.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:39 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Another point for Clark

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:37 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Yes, did you notice Clark’s pass, he gave the D the head fake…he was looking toward the blueline but passed to the net.

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 8:37 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Varly. Overlooked in this comeback is the timely saves on the few chances the Isles have had since he came in.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:38 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Yeah he’s just paying Theo back for that PHI debacle.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:40 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Crap…semin hurt?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:39 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Wha happen? I missed it.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:40 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

in the locker room early

by Smithy on Nov 11, 2009 8:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Is now the time for MP to step up in the absence of Semin?

I feel the same away about avatars as Ovechkin does about speed limits.

by Ovechkin on Nov 11, 2009 8:42 PM EST via mobile up reply actions   0 recs

I sure hope he doesn’t take 3 offensive zone stick fouls. Wait… what does “step up” mean again?

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’m sure the “Trade Semin” crowd hopes he doesn’t come back since we already have a net positive out of him tonight. Personally I’m hoping it’s just an equipment issue because I feel like he has a hatty in him tonight.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I don’t think anyone is hoping he doesn’t come back. Everyone wants him healthy and playing his best every game so long as he’s on the Caps.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:49 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

chipped his nail polish

"I play Russian roulette every day - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 8:39 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I was trying to think of something witty like that.

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 8:40 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Great period.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:41 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

For all the fuss, it’s not really surprising we have the lead back. We’ve put in the work…you just felt it coming each time.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:41 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

That period is what happens when the Caps outwork a less talented team. Great hockey.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, but it took 6:54 to start working.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 8:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Wow, I knew Smokin’ Al was short, but THAT short?!?

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 8:47 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Btw…was totally offline today…any Nylander update? Was Bettman/KHL Commish meeting anything to do w/ Nylander?

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 8:47 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

No and no.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 8:48 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

“No update” from GMGM

by Smithy on Nov 11, 2009 8:48 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

No that meeting was more about a transfer agreement or more specifically the glaring lack thereof to date. Nothing new on Nylander situation other than possibly multiple teams from Russia in the discussion.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:48 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Thanks all

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 8:49 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Oh, is one team now offering two bags of pucks? Just get him out!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 8:57 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Bettman makes my skin crawl.

by Smithy on Nov 11, 2009 8:48 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Caps are 62% in the faceoff circle. Solid.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:50 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I’m going to say if that Fehr backhand isn’t deflected in it gets through to MP who obviously puts it home.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:51 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

He was robbed!!!!!

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 8:53 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Hahahahaha. MP for Calder.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:54 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Semin = back.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 8:58 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Phew. Good to hear.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 8:58 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I…suppose that’s a hook.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 8:59 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

What a ridiculous call, especially after the non-calls in the first two periods

by Ginga on Nov 11, 2009 8:59 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Just got back, how the heck did Semin score 8 seconds in?

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:00 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

BMo intercepted a pass, led him on the wing sick slapper.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:01 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

turnover off the faceoff.

by Smithy on Nov 11, 2009 9:02 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

After watching that I’m going to put the Hatty chance at 68%.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:02 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

The Jagr percentage? Fitting for Semin.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:03 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Oof

That’s a serious condemnation.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:04 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, that’s a serious dagger.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:04 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Sasha’s flying

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:04 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Varly’s glove has not been an issue tonight.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:04 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Isles picking it up

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:06 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Honestly the D men have had a pretty good game considering the GA.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:07 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Dude, MP is Marty St. Louis.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:07 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Slick pass by MP.

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:07 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Fehr…stop jobbing MP out of his points. We have a Calder campaign to run here!

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:08 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

F’real. He didn’t get the fast start out of the gate and now he’s got some ground to make up. What is Fehr doing?

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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:08 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I love MP!

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:08 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I’ll say it again, MP is sooooo slick!

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:08 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

MP stirring it up!

"I play Russian roulette every day - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 9:08 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Love the patience by MP there rushing in but slowing down to give himself the time and space to create that play. This kid is a sticker do not send him down please!

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:08 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I think 8 and 85 are the only guys the whole Rink can agree on. MP better earn his demotion if it happens.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:09 PM EST reply actions   1 recs

I think 14 in a small sample size is also on that list.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:09 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

So far this season, agreed. He’s been dynamite.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:10 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, only this season

I feel the same away about avatars as Ovechkin does about speed limits.

by Ovechkin on Nov 11, 2009 9:22 PM EST via mobile up reply actions   0 recs

Rec’d.

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:09 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Anyone know if MP has a shot of any kind? Obviously an excellent playmaker.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I agree we need that next goal. I don’t see this game ending 4-3.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:11 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

next goal is critical

"I play Russian roulette every day - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 9:12 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

When Locker was saying that, I was chuckling, since he calls a 2 goal lead “the worst lead in hockey.” But yeah, the Isles are too plucky for this to end 4-3.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:12 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

With < 12 to play the 1 goal lead is always the worst lead in hockey.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:13 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

With < 12 to play the 1 goal lead is always the worst lead in hockey.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:15 PM EST up reply actions   1 recs

The simplicity is profound.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:15 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

(But yes, I agree. Especially with this team)

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:15 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Good body Steckel.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:14 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Loved that shift.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 9:14 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Wow Roloson honestly has denied the Hatty at least twice.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:14 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Wow, 28

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:14 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Damn. That was the hatty. Love MP right there for the loose change.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:14 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

He’s had nothing but chances. (Much better than having nothing but penalties.)

"Camaraderie, that's what the Washington Capitals are all about."

by CapitalCentre on Nov 11, 2009 9:16 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

God…inches.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:15 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

ooohhh Brooksie

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:16 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Did anyone else hear the bench yelling heads up to Flash right there? Don Cherry eats that kind of stuff up but you won’t see it on HNIC.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:17 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Semin should have just drawn a penalty after robbing that guy blind.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:18 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

OMG Semin putting in solid effort in the 3d

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:19 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

God damn Semin is feeling it tonight. That little backcheck takeaway is pretty.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:19 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Though I feel like he takes his offensive zone penalties trying for that play. The crowd is really feeling Semin feeling it tonight. The ooohs and aaaahs are coming through loud and clear.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:20 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

He gets in trouble when he tries that play while not moving his feet.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:21 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah and he gets the really soft ones when that lift check tags the opposing player on the hands. Not all of the penalties he takes do I think should get called. He goes for takeaways and can pull it off…he just needs to be more timely with when he tries for it.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:21 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

maddening talent

for sure

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:20 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

11 of his 13 shots tonight are SOG. laser-like

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:22 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Can we just always get a “In Defense of Semin” post before games?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:19 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Perhaps he read it

by SethB on Nov 11, 2009 9:21 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Pretty good topical article

Don’t remember seeing a link to it previously.

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 9:32 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Bad Steckel. Never gonna get away with that.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:21 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

ew stecks

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 9:21 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

This game better not go to OT. Isles really have no business being in it.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

steckel … I thought face washes were for after the whistle, damn it

"I play Russian roulette every day - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Well it’s not a Caps’ game unless we have a lead to protect going on the PK late right?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Holy crap Detroit has 9 up on Columbus.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Anyone else alarmed by “Bite of the Night” from Captain Cadaver?

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:22 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Can clarkie maybe add some kind of emphasis to his voice?

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:23 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

wow TSARLAMOV

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:24 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I had a bad feeling about that one, that god.

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:24 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I wish Poti would stay on his skates

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 9:24 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I don’t like the way Poti is playing on the PK. Move for god’s sake.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:24 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Win a D zone draw Nicky.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:24 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Is that another penalty???

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Oh for fuck’s sake. Get Alzner up here already.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

oh no, was than another penalty? what happened?

"I play Russian roulette every day - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 9:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Penalty?

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 9:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Dunno, but Park conveniently went down in a heap while we had a breakaway

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

If they took another call there with Semin about to finish off the hatty I’ll kill someone.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I knooooow!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

cardiac caps

"I play Russian roulette every day - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 9:27 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Juice….boarding

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 9:27 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

That and the Steckel call were marginal at best. Ugh.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:27 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Steckel call was marginal? Really?

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:28 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Put Semin out there

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:28 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Yeah man. Juice hits people!

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:28 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, I’m back in the ShaMo lobby.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:29 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUDGE

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:28 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

And there it is….OT?

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:28 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

This is bullshit.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

hell of a shot

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 9:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Frickin’ Jurcina

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

waits for logjam to clear

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Can’t wait for D’ohboy’s response.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Give ShaMo the assist.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Why’s that?

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:29 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Looked like he screened Varly to me. Looked like he gave the guy a hell of a lot of space.

Juice is more to blame

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Gotta give the guy space there. Can’t go chasing there. Can’t really blame him. Shamo still isn’t good.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, if anyone’s going to challenge, it’s got to be the forward. To be fair, it was only one angle I saw where Mo looked like he was between the shot and the goalie. It was certainly a hell of a shot.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Screen-age.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 9:30 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Not stopping that. On par or better than Semin’s 1st.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Are we done with the fricken islanders now?

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:30 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I really can’t wait till we add a new D-man or two.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:30 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Please Russia…come calling.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:31 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Sasha for the Hatty or MP for hero status?

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:31 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

either one would be good right about now

by jogabonito on Nov 11, 2009 9:32 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That would be an inspired pairing.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Or….they weren’t on the ice

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

URG

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:33 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

OMG! RAISIN BRAHMS!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:33 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Raisin brahms FTW?

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 9:33 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

That’s the power of the Arts!

by Smithy on Nov 11, 2009 9:34 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

No, no, no! It;s the AAAHRTZ!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:35 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Extremely frustrating. Outplayed the Isles except for Theo’s start and a Juice penalty.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:33 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Outplayed the Isles except for Theo’s the team’s start and a Juice penalty.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 9:36 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Really need this other point tonight…we’ve earned it just gotta finish.

by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:34 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Penalty Summary
1st Period
12:14 NYI Jon Sim : Holding – 2 min

2nd Period
00:22 NYI Tim Jackman : Interference – 2 min
04:19 NYI Josh Bailey : Tripping – 2 min

3rd Period
00:16 WSH Brendan Morrison : Hooking – 2 min
15:10 WSH David Steckel : Holding – 2 min
17:14 WSH Milan Jurcina : Boarding – 2 min

3 penalties ain’t bad, but damn they do take ’em at the worst times.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:35 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Veteran leadership. FTT.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:40 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

refs evening the game FTW

by snowburnt on Nov 12, 2009 10:32 AM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Get MP in there FTW!

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Every time Semin winds up at this point Rolo’s glove is already headed to the top corner. Time to change it up

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 9:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Great play by Laich. Exactly what they need to do. Simplify. Put the puck on net.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:37 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

That’s a bullshit no call. That dude held Semin’s stick. Bullshit.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:38 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Green’s gassed.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:38 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Backstrom taking over

by Gus16 on Nov 11, 2009 9:39 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

So close!!!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:39 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

No crap, that was sweet

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:39 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Sneaky move by Nick. Damn.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 9:39 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Gimmick time.

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:40 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Aaaand dominated the OT too.

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:40 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Give MP a chance

by Gus16 on Nov 11, 2009 9:40 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Terrific pressure, here’s hoping Sasha keeps the mojo for the SO

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:40 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Nylander to minsk is being floated as being very possible

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:40 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

RDS reports Nylander to Minsk. one of my sources confirmed it earlier tonight. i was waiting for the second source to confirm before breakin

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:40 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

all over twitter

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 9:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

YESYESYESYESYES!!!!!!

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

OMG PLEASE LET IT BE TRUE!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Save it for the next 500+ post thread, K?

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 9:44 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

http://www.rds.ca/hockey/chroniques/286023.html

I don’t speak french but looks good to me!

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:48 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

RDS also reported that Kovalchuk signed a deal that would make him the highest paid player in the NHL. This was a few weeks ago. I don’t really see RDS as too trustworthy. They aren’t nearly as bad as Ecklund, but I’m not willing to accept their reporting as a done deal.

by Steckel Me Elmo on Nov 11, 2009 9:50 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Damn. Good to know.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:53 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

A man named Dmitri wouldn’t lie, would he?

I feel confident it’s finally done.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:44 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

(and thanks!)

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Shootout lineup:

We will see Fleischmann, Backstrom, Semin

I’d love to see Backstrom, Perreault, Fleischmann

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:40 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

(I’d really prefer to see 5 more minutes of OT, and if nobody scores, call it a tie)

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:41 PM EST up reply actions   1 recs

Yup.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:41 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

The last thing we need is more OT of Isles-Caps games.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 9:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

That was a pretty exciting OT. I’d take 5 more of that over this circus act.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:44 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I still have a copy of the Easter marathon on DVD for punishment.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 9:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Whoa. Why?

"Camaraderie, that's what the Washington Capitals are all about."

by CapitalCentre on Nov 11, 2009 9:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Does Perreault get in the Shootout?

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 9:40 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

ugh shootouts arent even satisfying ways to win….annoyed

www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com

by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 9:40 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

So if Semin scores in the shootout, will they throw hats?

Also, thanks a lot Juice.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:41 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I think we should start a Caps tradition where everybody throws hats whenever someone scores in the shootout.

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 9:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

LOL. For the record I don’t have a problem with the hats in OT, personally.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

errr, shootout.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’m really questioning why MP couldn’t get :40 in that OT.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:41 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I’m guessing BB doesn’t trust him 4-on-4.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Can’t be because he doesn’t have the skill. He had the OTG against CHI preseason.

If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...

by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Oh, no doubt. That’s just my guess, cause I sure as hell woulda given him :40.

by grapejoos on Nov 11, 2009 9:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I hope we can smoke this 40 yr old

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:43 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

ugh i hate shoot-outs

by reesem37 on Nov 11, 2009 9:43 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Thanks Gary. Ass.

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:43 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Hope you all have enjoyed this — it may be the last time the New York Islanders ever play in DC

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:44 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I’ve seen enough

by reesem37 on Nov 11, 2009 9:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

This recent Nylander news and the shootout have me hella nervous

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:44 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

aww crap

by Gus16 on Nov 11, 2009 9:44 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Crud

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:45 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

wow Tambellini

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:45 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Nasty move Semin

by Gus16 on Nov 11, 2009 9:45 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

zz

Semin!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:45 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

“zz” cuz he rocked him to sleep?

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Only 3 hats!

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:45 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Hahahahha Hats!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:45 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Oh crap, the hats again. Lame.

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:45 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

If they want to lose hats over that, why not?

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

You know, it was lame the first time. Now it’s really entertaining, in a “fuck you” kind of way.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

And in come the hats

by Smithy on Nov 11, 2009 9:46 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

God I hate this

by Kolzilla on Nov 11, 2009 9:46 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

So FAIL.

"I'm just doing karate and trying to get females pregnant."

by Bald Pollack on Nov 11, 2009 9:46 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

no nearly as many for Semin

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 9:46 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

come on Varly, smoke that rookie

"I play Russian roulette every day - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 9:46 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

`

Watch the replay – When semin made his move that glove hand shot way up to the corner and Sasha goes low left
:)

by Icebat on Nov 11, 2009 9:46 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Come on varly!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:47 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

shootout OT

never let the truth get in the way of a good story

by toymechanic on Nov 11, 2009 9:47 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

We want Matty!

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:47 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Bradley!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:48 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

They are going after Varly’s glove

by Gus16 on Nov 11, 2009 9:48 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

heart attack

by cuqui on Nov 11, 2009 9:48 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Laich needs to go simple

by Gus16 on Nov 11, 2009 9:49 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I thought it was a nice move. Coulda worked

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 9:49 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Ugh, this is painful

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:49 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Ack!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:49 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I really hate these shoot-outs

by reesem37 on Nov 11, 2009 9:49 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

somebody end this!

by Smithy on Nov 11, 2009 9:49 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

ok, I’m officially a SO hater

"I play Russian roulette every day - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"

by renhoak on Nov 11, 2009 9:49 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I didn’t want to be this stressed tonight

by bigeugene on Nov 11, 2009 9:49 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

MP!!!

"And next year it will be ours."

by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:49 PM EST reply actions   0 recs