Game Day Open Thread - Islanders @ Caps
by J.P. on Nov 11, 2009 5:00 PM EST
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New York Islanders at Washington Capitals, Nov 11, 2009 7:00 PM EST
Tonight's probable netminders:
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Do you like fishsticks?
Atta dinnin stick a who!
by Gould Old Days on Nov 11, 2009 5:02 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Theo….seriously annoying me
www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com
by Denleci on Nov 11, 2009 7:17 PM EST 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
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
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
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 tocalm things downdraw 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Beautiful
www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com
by Denleci 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
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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
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 8:25 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.
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 8:27 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.
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 8:33 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
I’m with you.
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 8:27 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
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
"I play Russian roulette everyday - a man's sport - with a bullet called life"
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
www.sportsnewsfordc.blogspot.com
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.
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 8:35 PM EST up 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.
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 8:36 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.
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 8:38 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.
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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
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
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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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
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
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.
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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 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
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
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
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
Anyone got that link? my cable went out
by hockeyman33 on Nov 11, 2009 9:00 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
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
Varly’s glove has not been an issue tonight.
by Davethecapsfan on Nov 11, 2009 9:04 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
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
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
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
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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 playthe 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.
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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.
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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
Damn. That was the hatty. Love MP right there for the loose change.
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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
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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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
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
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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
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
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?
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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
Yeah man. Juice hits people!
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by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 11, 2009 9:28 PM EST 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
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
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.
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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?
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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.
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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
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
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
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 forTheo’sthe 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
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
So close!!!
"And next year it will be ours."
by Ovechwin on Nov 11, 2009 9:39 PM EST 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
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
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
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
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
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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
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
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
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
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
Hahahahha Hats!
"And next year it will be ours."
by Ovechwin 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
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
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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
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
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