Monday Morning Coffee- So... how was your weekend?
by Kent Basky on Mar 15, 2010 10:59 AM PDT
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Two big wins, two signs that Roberto Luongo is getting into his groove once again and some recognition from the NHL for an incredible week from Mikael Samuelsson. The boys are back in town, and they just can't seem to stop winning games. Daniel and Henrik continued their torrid play as the Canucks lit up the Flames in the first and hung on for a 3-1 victory. More after the jump...
Mikael Samuelsson's 6 game goal streak may have come to an end, but he still added an assist and for his efforts was rewarded today with the NHL's first star of the week. Daniel and Henrik each had a goal and an assist, and Ryan Kesler got the winner in a 3 goal domination of the Flames in the first. Vesa Toskala played out the remaining two periods, but apart from a nice stop on a Mason Raymond breakaway, wasn't tested much as the Canucks ran out of gas in the last half of the game.
That first period may have been the best opening frame the Canucks have played all season, as Mikka Kiprusoff stood on his head to keep it at 3-0, it could have been so much worse. The Canucks outshot the Flames 20-6 and no real solid chances for the Flames.
The physical toll of 8 games in 13 nights showed in the play of the Canucks last night, by the end they had nothing left. Fortunately Roberto Luongo was solid once again, stopping 32 of 33 Flames shots. Vancouver now sits 5 points up on the Colorado Avalanche for the Northwest Division lead, and a whopping 12 points ahead of the 9th place Flames. Calgary's in tough as they return home for a battle against a rested Detroit Red Wings team who currently sit in 8th, one point up on the Flames.
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The NHL is expected to announce if Alexander Ovechkin will be suspended for his hit from behind on Chicago's Bryan Campbell yesterday. Ovechkin was assessed a 5 minute major for boarding and a game misconduct. There has been huge amounts of debate on both sides, with some bizarre rhetoric coming out from all involved. Many are suggesting that Ovechkin shouldn't receive any further punishment, and it's been reported that the Capitals organization have requested the league rescind the game misconduct.
A repeat offender with a dirty hit from behind that has ended the season of an opponent. The fact that we are even engaged in a discussion about this shows that not only does the league not get it on dirty hits, but neither do a large portion of the fans and media. I think he will get a suspension, but it will be nowhere near what he deserves. Ovechkin shows little respect for players, and it's sickening to hear people use his strength as an excuse for his actions. How bad does someone have to get hurt?
Speaking of dirty players, even more shocking was Steve Downie's disgusting attempt to injure on Sidney Crosby last night. It's a sign that a player whose past is littered with victims of his reckless disregard for the safety of his opponents has not learned a lesson and seems to not care about getting a second chance. All weekend people were gushing about how he had turned his career around in Tampa Bay, leaving his goon past behind him to be a quality player. All just an act, judging by the slew-foot on Crosby. I still don't know how Sid escaped serious injury there.
Finally I want to say thanks to everyone who came out to support our efforts yesterday to help the Canucks for Kids fund Telethon. We had an incredible number of posts, and it was awesome to see so many fans of other teams swing by to help out a great cause.
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Steve Downie should be suspended too.
But he probably won’t be…they don’t have a specific rule…don’t you know….
Great to see the Canucks rolling along.
Time to lay the boots to the Islanders. That is the classic “letdown” game.
Oh…and Sean…you owe me a point buddy. I got Kesler right for the GWG.
Just sayin’!
Murphy ; "You finished with the Twins against Nashville, and AV elected to keep you guys together for today, were you happy with the decision?"
Mikael Samuelsson ; " I was happy with it...Oh yeah. Sure"
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Murphy ; "You finished with the Twins against Nashville, and AV elected to keep you guys together for today, were you happy with the decision?"
Mikael Samuelsson ; " I was happy with it...Oh yeah. Sure"
I got a point too! :)
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by Chuckles Canuckles on Mar 15, 2010 1:06 PM PDT up reply actions
You missed me too.
I got Keslord as the winner, check the preview thread.
Great job with the charity drive guys, I wasn’t able to join in as I wasn’t in a position to comment. :(
Repeat..
I have not updated yet. Nyet!
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 4:52 PM PDT up reply actions
If I look at my prediction long enough I probably got at least a point as well, right cyxj?
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 4:52 PM PDT up reply actions
OK, it’s updated now.
3 people predicted the correct score and team for 2 points
8 people predicted the correct GWG scorer.
Myself, I failed to register a point and now cyxj has a commanding 4 point lead
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 5:44 PM PDT up reply actions
I was saving up to become a Nostradamus too yet..shit!
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 16, 2010 12:13 AM PDT up reply actions
For tomorrow
We can tout that the Isles haven’t won in BC this decade.
2000-01 season: Vancouver 3, NY Islanders 2
2002-03 season: Vancouver 4, NY Islanders 3
2007-08 season: Vancouver 3, NY Islanders 2 (SO)
Their last win came in 1999.
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no, we can tout that the Isles haven’t won in BC this millennium. i wonder how many similar streaks exist around the league…
I’ll be stealing that info for the game preview, thanks ;)
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 12:34 PM PDT up reply actions
ah, touche
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by Yankee Canuck on Mar 15, 2010 2:32 PM PDT up reply actions
Campbell
The gang at Second City Hockey are a bit worried about losing him for a potential matchup against our boys.
Gotta say I agree with them. If they are relying on Sopel and whomever for their 5-6 pairing, our defence looks golden by comparison.
Knights, Canucks, Dolphins, Jays and Raptors all the way.
That’s a brutal injury. Just brutal. I’m no doctor, but the collarbone – even if it heals quickly – affects so much of your range that it has to actor into how he shoots, covers the zone in front of the net, checks, everything. He may never come back the same.
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by Yankee Canuck on Mar 15, 2010 11:49 AM PDT up reply actions
I’m not sure if this a good comparison but look at how long it took Demo to recover from a shoulder injury (coincidentally on an attempted hit on Soupy)—about 8-9 months. I can’t imagine that a broken collarbone is that much easier/quicker to recover from as it affects the shooting motion amongst other things as well. Oh yeah, he has a concussion too which we can relate to with Mitchell—never know how long it’ll take.
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Paul Kukla picks the Nucks vs. Pens for the SC final…
Q: Ok, i got to ask, do you have a Stanley Cup prediction?
A: Vancouver takes on Pittsburgh. The team with the best goalie in the
Finals wins.
Fools they are! Chicago – Washington Final
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 12:32 PM PDT up reply actions
i agree. i don’t think we’ve looked good enough to beat chicago… that said, we looked awesome vs. chicago during the regular season games last year and got schooled come april =/
Predictions are fun…and silly. I’m starting a campaign to deflect attention away from the Canucks or else “we’re boned” like Mike says
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 1:09 PM PDT up reply actions
…And we’re 50/50 this year. Chicago is certainly beatable in a seven game series, and it would be a great series to watch!
It would be a great series. I would just need a new pair of underwear per game.
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by Yankee Canuck on Mar 15, 2010 2:33 PM PDT up reply actions
Oh my, this is getting really exciting.
The first period yesterday was unreal. Traditionally, one could always safely predict that the Canucks let in a big stinker after a successful streak. But lately, their work-ethic seems to be changing, and they dig deeper and deeper, every time they need to. Last nigh I heard Tom Larscheid and Shorty already alluding to a possible Stanley Cup match-up, involving the Canucks. It would be a logical ending, after the olimpic gold in Vancouver, a Stanley Cup match-up also in Vancouver.
These are NOT my words, but I sure like to hear them…
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I won’t make any Cup predictions…until the playoffs start.
Canucks fans need to keep the mojo pure and strong.
None of other markets mocking us because the Province plans a parade route!
Murphy ; "You finished with the Twins against Nashville, and AV elected to keep you guys together for today, were you happy with the decision?"
Mikael Samuelsson ; " I was happy with it...Oh yeah. Sure"
The Canucks are 4th in points in the league (Was, SJ and Chi ahead). Their GF/GA numbers suggest that’s legit. There’s no reason why this couldn’t be their year, especially if they can get Mr. Mitchell back.
I say that with my usual pessimism screaming at me to calm down. But it’s tough not to get excited about this team.
Knights, Canucks, Dolphins, Jays and Raptors all the way.
Yes it its tough. And, they are also exciting to watch. It is entertaining hockey (except the end of the game last night, when they were dead-tired – which was understandable).
I am really happy that Bieksa is back, I never liked him as much as I do now.
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Yeah, me too (Bieksa).
I also think giving them a free pass for last night when they were obviously exhausted (AV had it right – 8 games in 13 nights, with the first 6 on the road then B2B when home…ridiculous).
Knights, Canucks, Dolphins, Jays and Raptors all the way.
You could see Bieksa wasn’t fatigued though, naturally
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 2:13 PM PDT up reply actions
I stand by both. Was Rome good last night? YES. The Rome-Bieksa combo is doing fine. Rome has been solid over the months, I don’t care what u say! haha.
And Lou… well…I stand by what I said. He looks less poised and more awkward in goal on many nights. Wanna throw stats at me? Rayzor has had better stats then Lou for most of the year. But it’s not the stats that concern me as much.
Last night, I thought he looked poised. But the team in front of him gets full marks for that as well.
Lou seemed to be in a sustained comfort zone all evening, very calm and in the moment.
Rome seems to be achieving a level of comfort the more he plays.
The NHL is the worst managed league in all of N. American pro sports.
Agreed. If Downie doesnt get anything Ill be so pissed.
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by Chuckles Canuckles on Mar 15, 2010 1:09 PM PDT up reply actions
It could have been an accident….
seriously. Maybe Downie was just trying to aggravate Crosby with the knee to the back of the leg and then mistakenly fell. Watch the clip a few times and tell that is not possible
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 1:14 PM PDT up reply actions
No.
He knew what he was doing.
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by Chuckles Canuckles on Mar 15, 2010 1:15 PM PDT up reply actions
Ovechkin
Ovechkin has been suspended two games by the NHL. via@TarikElBashir of the Washington Post
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Yeah just saw that on TSN.ca.
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by Chuckles Canuckles on Mar 15, 2010 1:42 PM PDT up reply actions
The two game doesn’t seem like much, but it makes Ovechkin a multiple-repeat offender, and that should be enough to make him think twice before it does it again. Next time the punishment would have to be much more severe.
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haha, two games? Didn’t Campell have three injuries (concussion, collarbone and ribs)? Should have at least made it seem like a slap on the wrist per broken Campell part.
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by Yankee Canuck on Mar 15, 2010 2:34 PM PDT up reply actions
Was watching sportsnet hockey central tonite, and man…looks like TV guys have had about enough of OV. Of course, it was ‘the panel’, but still…they were quite aggressive in calling him out.
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I still can't believe Downie hasn't gotten anything.
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by Chuckles Canuckles on Mar 15, 2010 2:00 PM PDT reply actions
that’s because like I’m wondering..was it more of an accident falling on his leg or not? Just my thoughts for the day
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 2:14 PM PDT up reply actions
Maybe the NHL will announce something later on today.
"But yeah…like CC…I harbour no ill will." - VancityDan
by Chuckles Canuckles on Mar 15, 2010 2:18 PM PDT up reply actions
So like, me and Mr. Crosby ’ere just happened to be walking into the same store that day, yer honor, and he, like, tripped and fell into me fist, he did.
The opposite of serious is not funny; the opposite of serious is unserious.
It was a week filled with some serious Douchey plays.
The way the NHL is handling mishandling things, expect worse as we creep closer to the playoffs. Also, don’t forget Pens play the Bruins Thursday. Get your popcorn ready.
I heard a lot on the radio, and no one expects anything to happen to Downie next time they play, whenever that is. However, retribution is inevitable, and I won’t be surprised if someone decides to Bertuzzi-him. That leg-lock thing was pretty damn dirty.
PS: In case you guys didn’t catch it, some guy from AM1040 was saying that Downie cheap shot on Crosby (I refuse to address that as a hit, it was not a hit. ) was in retaliation for Cooke’s hit on Lecavalier a season ago.
Two thoughts: A premeditated cheap shot? Gross.
Cooke not taking responsibility and screwing his team. Shitty.
by Vancouverguy on Mar 15, 2010 3:52 PM PDT up reply actions
Should be noted that they stomped over the best two Canadian teams (besides themselves) this weekend to the combined tune of 8-2.
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by Yankee Canuck on Mar 15, 2010 2:38 PM PDT up reply actions
I think it’s pretty impressive that the Canucks only had to play 20 minutes to beat the Flames…..kind of like the Avs the other day although it was a different 20 minutes.
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by Section 312 on Mar 15, 2010 2:39 PM PDT up reply actions
Kinda bummed we didn’t score on Toskala. At all.
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Its okay, he'll be playing in England for the rest of his career, in the words of Burrows.
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by Chuckles Canuckles on Mar 15, 2010 2:53 PM PDT up reply actions
Sharks on an extended roadie. Chicago’s D crumbling. Both teams with goaltending issues. Hmmm, I says. Could it be possible that the Canucks could make a run for first in the west? Or did I just jinx them by the very mention of it?
Please allow me to adjust my pants, so that I may dance the good time dance, and lead the onlookers and innocent bystanders into a trance.
well, according to this site, if we win at least 10 of our last 15 games, we have a good shot at it (especially with we win those 3 games against the sharks)
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Some more
Hank’s at 93 points his assists are at 35. Dank is at 34 assists, sorry the arrows were blocking the numbers.
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Baha the Burrdins line make up 3-6 of top plus-minus?? Lawl.
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That’s OK.
I like how the Terror Twins play with Demo…the guy should have a nickname for how fast he is. Speedy…or…maybe Lazarus would be more appropriate.
He sure is faster than I remember last year. That line has the talent to be 1A to the Sedins.
Giddy times for Canuck fans.
Murphy ; "You finished with the Twins against Nashville, and AV elected to keep you guys together for today, were you happy with the decision?"
Mikael Samuelsson ; " I was happy with it...Oh yeah. Sure"
Speaking of plus/minus, I read that Patrick O’Sullivan and Shawn Horcoff are -32 and -26 respectively. I don’t put a TON of stock into the plus/minus stat but damn… LOL
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O’ Sullivan -32
Horcoff -26
Staios -23
Nilsson -23
and there’s teh suck laid out for you…
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Just above them, on the next page, is Kotalik.
Meaning, that Sutter dealt FOR two of the worst plus/minus players in the league in short order.
We can surmise Darryl doesn’t put much stock in that stat!
Murphy ; "You finished with the Twins against Nashville, and AV elected to keep you guys together for today, were you happy with the decision?"
Mikael Samuelsson ; " I was happy with it...Oh yeah. Sure"
I am still a little surprised at the way that team is being run into the ground. They’re walking around like a man who died an hour ago and doesn’t even know it. The Sutter family has destroyed them with death by a thousand cuts, the final indignity will be the team that was considered a cup contender in October missing the playoffs. And shockingly, I am ok with that.
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There are like 50 members of the Sutter family and only two are involved with the Flames so I wouldn’t pin it on the whole family. In fact I think the coach is exempt too. I mean he can only coach the players he is given. And he hasn’t been given very many good ones. I bet that whole Jokinen thing, which lead to Cammalleri leaving, sits well with Flames fans.
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by Section 312 on Mar 15, 2010 4:18 PM PDT up reply actions
The Jokinen trade was the beginning of the end for that team. They can recover, but it’s gonna take time. In the meantime, go Detroit!, meet SJ in the first round!
The opposite of serious is not funny; the opposite of serious is unserious.
Yeah…what did he turn into? Higgens and Kotalik?
And he got rid of his #1 and Lombardi + to make it happen?
Jokinen is doing his thing for the Rangers now too. Another team I won’t cry any tears when they are missing the playoffs …
Murphy ; "You finished with the Twins against Nashville, and AV elected to keep you guys together for today, were you happy with the decision?"
Mikael Samuelsson ; " I was happy with it...Oh yeah. Sure"
the final indignity will be the team that was considered a cup contender in October missing the playoffs
Yeah right. Calgary will make it.haha. No, I’m serious. Shut up Dan!
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 4:30 PM PDT up reply actions
Duane Sutter is Dir. of Player Personnel
And I think I read that there is one or two others as scouts.
Nepotism…one would think.
Murphy ; "You finished with the Twins against Nashville, and AV elected to keep you guys together for today, were you happy with the decision?"
Mikael Samuelsson ; " I was happy with it...Oh yeah. Sure"
No kidding. For example, have you ever noticed how much more often the twins pass to each other? Makes you wonder.
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Ahaha, smartass. I’m talking about in business. And those are TWINS. Freakishly alike. A huge exception to the rule
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 5:28 PM PDT up reply actions
No, you nailed it. Nepotism is usually a bad thing. Once in a while – the twins? – it can work cuz the guys know and trust each other, but you really need just the right guys for that, but even then it comes w/its own problems, too: not just the favoritism, but also … well … could you truly be objective in deciding when to fire your own brother or your son or whatever?
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by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 8:18 PM PDT up reply actions
I’m hangin over with the Bruins fans at Stanley Cup Of Chowder in their game thread if anyone wants to join me in some Devils bashing
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I hate Calgary.
Fuck the Flames. GO WINGS!
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by Chuckles Canuckles on Mar 15, 2010 8:17 PM PDT reply actions
1-1 after 2. Should have been 2-1 Flamers but Glencross can’t score on a penalty shot
by Sean Zandberg on Mar 15, 2010 8:18 PM PDT up reply actions
btw, cyxj, i’m against you in fantasy hockey this week….. and i have holmstrom……
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You need the points this week a lot more than I do, as the playoffs start next week. Actually, it’s unlikely that you can squeak in, you gotta jump over 4 teams while 13 points behind. Good luck.
Wow, I’ve only lost 4 of 21 weeks this season, did not realize that.
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Wings winning 2-1 with 30 seconds to go.
Fuck the Flames.
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by Chuckles Canuckles on Mar 15, 2010 8:56 PM PDT reply actions
Yes Wings win.
Now have 3 points up on the Lames.
I love when the Flames’ playoff dreams go down, quite fittingly, in flames.
Warms my icy heart.
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by Chuckles Canuckles on Mar 15, 2010 9:01 PM PDT reply actions
Should I mark the time down for the Penguins, Bruins game, or does everyone think that nothing would happen? I’d like to watch it if some retribution is in order.
Its strange.. you can never know. But I would expect someone to challenge Cookie to a fight to settle it and be done. Lucic would be the fans’ choice, but Cookie probably won’t go ( if his past history in Vancouver and other teams is any indication ) …to back up his shizzle to the big heavyweight. A more mid size guy where he thinks he has a chance is more his style.
So, who is the mid size tough guy in Boston? I imagine they won’t have a problem finding one. You would think in a room where a couple of his own players spoke out publicly against what he did, you have to think the only way he totally “owns up” to his transgression, or his punishment, or whatever you call it is to just man up and drop the gloves. Though I imagine he’ll avoid Lucic.
So yeah…what’s the time? 4-4:30 PDT? I might watch. Or maybe just the highlights. Let’s hope they get through it without a guy going all Bertuzzi on someone.
Murphy ; "You finished with the Twins against Nashville, and AV elected to keep you guys together for today, were you happy with the decision?"
Mikael Samuelsson ; " I was happy with it...Oh yeah. Sure"
You’re kidding right? About a more midsize guy? Cooke will not fight anyone. He’s a lousy little coward, and we saw it for a few years here in Vancouver. Jumps up and pummels a guy into the boards then hides behind a real hockey player when the fighting starts.
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I know GAHHHHH. I was trying to say it nicely. ;-)
Though, I do think that even Cookie will realize this is a little bigger.
He was here for the Bert’ thing, no?
Maybe seeing that gives him an idea of what a gong show it could turn into if he doesn’t man up.
Murphy ; "You finished with the Twins against Nashville, and AV elected to keep you guys together for today, were you happy with the decision?"
Mikael Samuelsson ; " I was happy with it...Oh yeah. Sure"
one thing to note: cooke fought steve moore that night. A lot of people will bring this up over the next couple days. moore was bigger than cooke, and he turned down at least two other canucks who wanted to fight him before going with cooke
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But I read somewhere Cooke is a coward who won’t fight anyone?
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