Hockey

[Tricycle Rider]

As a player, Matt Tkachuk is what would happen if you crossbreed his dad with Brad Marchand.

I had to google Marchand because I've been taking a twenty-year vacation from hockey, he doesn't sound very nice.

 

[Tricycle Rider]

Wait, the Oilers/Calgary series is over already?

I didn't catch last night's game, I thought there would at least be one more over the weekend. I didn't think the Oilers would wrap it up so quickly, but on to the next round they roll.

Wooooooo Oilers!

 

[PeterB]

Wait, the Oilers/Calgary series is over already?

I didn't catch last night's game, I thought there would at least be one more over the weekend. I didn't think the Oilers would wrap it up so quickly, but on to the next round they roll.

Wooooooo Oilers!

Yeah, the Flames got extinguished pretty quickly. Again, hard to believe, considering how strong and dominant they used to be during the regular season. And unlike the Panthers, the Flames appeared like a team capable of doing well in the playoffs - and yet, it's the Oilers, who themselves for the past few years were seen as a team not suited to playoffs, who prevailed. And despite what seemed like inferior goaltending.

Also, just amazing how Evander Kane plays for the Oilers. If whoever happens to be unfamiliar with his story, look it up.

 

[PeterB]

And that's it for the Oilers. Their series win against the Flames was already quite an achievement but repeating the same effort against superstrong Colorado proved impossible. I really hope McDavid and Draisaitl win the Cup one day but the team overall is still not good enough for that to happen...

 

[Tricycle Rider]

Wow, first game of the finals and they went into OT already!

Anyhoo, I have my money and my sentiment on the Avs, so, so far so good.

Btw., some of those playoff beards are spectacular, as they should be after all these weeks of not shaving.

 

[Nomad]

I live in Denver & things are crazy here. Left for the gym tonight for my regular evening workout & hardly anyone was on the roads (look like back during the 2020 lockdown)

At the gym, many members were watching the game instead of working out - every ceiling & wall TV monitor had the game on (14 total). I found myself drifting off a few times watching the game. Lol. I also lived here when the Avs won the Cup back in 2001. That was the team with superstars Joe Sakic & Patrick Roy.

This city will go nutso if the Avs win the Cup again.

 

[Unchained]

I live in Denver & things are crazy here. Left for the gym tonight for my regular evening workout & hardly anyone was on the roads (look like back during the 2020 lockdown)

At the gym, many members were watching the game instead of working out - every ceiling & wall TV monitor had the game on (14 total). I found myself drifting off a few times watching the game. Lol. I also lived here when the Avs won the Cup back in 2001. That was the team with superstars Joe Sakic & Patrick Roy.

This city will go nutso if the Avs win the Cup again.

watched the last @25 minutes of the game..couldn't take my eyes off it..commentator mentioned that some players are 6.3 and 220 pounds, glad of the reminder as I watch them skate 40mph and crash into the boards,ice and each other..truly amazing!!
And the overtime goal was surreal,w the camera directed at the goal on the side of the opening as the players and puck appeared in an instant and it was over..happened so,so fast and in perfect alignment to see everything!!
don't know who will win overall but the skating and play are over the top fantastic..can't believe the speed and dexterity of every athlete on the ice..

 

[Tricycle Rider]

7-0 Avs last night, I quit watching when it was 5-0 because I thought what is the point? The Bolts were getting humiliated... it'll be interesting to see how they do on their home turf. At least according to press releases anyway they are not blaming their goalie even though looking at the score that would be the easiest thing to do. Nope, they acknowledge that the embarrassing loss was a whole team effort and if Vasilevskiy had been taken out of the game the score might have been even worse!

While I am rooting for the Avs I hope the Bolts can somehow duct tape themselves together in game three tomorrow, I'm not all that interested in watching boring blowouts.

 

[Tricycle Rider]

Well hot damn, I step outside for a bit to do some gardening and upon my return I see Tampa has won 6-2!

Obviously the Bolts aren't ready to fold yet, I predict they will win game 4. But then I also predict the Avs will win game 5 and thereby they'll snatch Lord Stanley's Cup - that's my story and I'm halfway sticking to it.

Btw., it's so weird to see Messier and Chelios commentating (and also finding out Sakic is an executive for the Avs), last time I saw them was when they were all still playing! Cheli looks really good though, I didn't think he was particularly hot when he was still playing, but he has filled out nicely. I'd say he's almost handsome now with the salt&pepper hair and whatnot.

 

[Nomad]

I was shocked the Avs lost - and lost that bad in game #3. I figured the Avs would sweep bringing home the Cup (see how little I know about hockey. Lol). What I do know is Kuemper had a bad game stopping only 17 out of 22 shots with Bednar benching him after giving up that 5th goal in favor of veteran Francouz, who has a 6-0 record in Avs playoff games. I think Wednesday's game 4 will be pivotal - if the Avs win I think they take it all in game 5 at home. If they lose, then it's best out of 3 and probably a game 7 (wouldn't that be a ratings gold mine for ABC/ESPN).

Speaking of Joe Sakic, he's been Executive VP/GM of hockey operations since 2013. He has the final say on all matters regarding player personal. It's also weird hearing Sean McDonough announcing hockey - I associate that voice with ESPN college football & MNF (back when he did it with Gruden).

Again, another ghost town last night during the game. As I said before, this city will literally go crazy if they win the Cup.

Denver Went Bonkers the First Time the Avs Won the Stanley Cup

The city is four wins away from more revelry.

www.westword.com

 

[Tricycle Rider]

I was shocked the Avs lost - and lost that bad in game #3. I figured the Avs would sweep bringing home the Cup (see how little I know about hockey. Lol). What I do know is Kuemper had a bad game stopping only 17 out of 22 shots with Bednar benching him after giving up that 5th goal in favor of veteran Francouz, who has a 6-0 record in Avs playoff games. I think Wednesday's game 4 will be pivotal - if the Avs win I think they take it all in game 5 at home. If they lose, then it's best out of 3 and probably a game 7 (wouldn't that be a ratings gold mine for ABC/ESPN).

Speaking of Joe Sakic, he's been Executive VP/GM of hockey operations since 2013. He has the final say on all matters regarding player personal. It's also weird hearing Sean McDonough announcing hockey - I associate that voice with ESPN college football & MNF.

Again, another ghost town last night during the game. As I said before, this city will literally go crazy if they win the Cup.

Denver Went Bonkers the First Time the Avs Won the Stanley Cup

The city is four wins away from more revelry.

www.westword.com

Regarding Sakic being an Avs exec for a long time now it just goes to show you miss out on a lot when you take a break from following a sport for 20 years! (Apparently my math skills have also been on hiatus, the only way the Avs could win in 5 is if they win game 4. So they have to win the next game in Tampa and then game 5 in Denver... I think I'm probably asking for a miracle here. I stand by my stupidity though and I'll stick with the Avs in 5.)

The current excitement in Denver reminds me of when the Seattle Sonics were in the playoffs in the mid-90s, the whole city just went nuts. My roommates and I didn't even go to the games, we just watched them on TV and when the Sonics won we just went driving around downtown honking and cheering and just enjoying the atmosphere along with everyone else. An energy like that you can't beat!

 

[Tricycle Rider]

Another OT... I didn't catch last night's game but judging by the score it looks like my dream of the Avs winning in 5 is still alive. Apparently it's just a question of how quickly the Avs want to wrap this up, the Bolts just haven't been able to gain momentum even when playing at home. So the Avs winning game 5 at home would not only drive the Denver crowd into eternal bliss, it would also put the Bolts out of their misery.

For everyone's sake go, go Avs!

 

[Libertine Seguros]

Go Nordiques!!!

 

[Nomad]

Another OT... I didn't catch last night's game but judging by the score it looks like my dream of the Avs winning in 5 is still alive. Apparently it's just a question of how quickly the Avs want to wrap this up, the Bolts just haven't been able to gain momentum even when playing at home. So the Avs winning game 5 at home would not only drive the Denver crowd into eternal bliss, it would also put the Bolts out of their misery.

For everyone's sake go, go Avs!

I watched the 3rd period & the OT - the Bolts gave everything they had in OT coming up so short. I think it's over for the Bolts. Like I said, game 4 was pivotal for them. They win & we got a brand new best of 3 series with the momentum shifted to the Bolts. They lose & they have the monumental task of having to win 3 in a row with 2 of those at Ball arena - not exactly favorable odds. Should be absolutely crazy here in the Mile High City for tomorrow's Friday evening game.

 

[Tricycle Rider]

About 15 mins till the puck drop - I hope you all have your libations (and whatever else may be legal in you area at this time) ready!

I've got exactly 50cents on the Avs winning Lord Stanley's in game 5, don't let me down Avs/Nordiques!

 

[Tricycle Rider]

The cameras let everyone know what's going on these days - please knock it off with the high-sticking!

 

[Tricycle Rider]

Hooking? I don't care which team does it, it's just not cool.

 

[Tricycle Rider]

Are the Avs still trying to win something?

Stay tuned!

 

[Tricycle Rider]

UGH!

 

[Nomad]

Ugh is right. And you can see how little I know about hockey as I predicted the Avs had this one signed, sealed & delivered with what I thought to be an easy victory here in Ball Arena. Lol.

So, it's back to Tampa for a game 6 on Sunday night. Who'll win? I have no you know what idea. Will the Avs pull it out on the road or will the Bolts get a another victory forcing a NHL dream game 7 in the Mile High City on Tuesday?

 

[Tricycle Rider]

Ugh is right. And you can see how little I know about hockey as I predicted the Avs had this one signed, sealed & delivered with what I thought to be an easy victory here in Ball Arena. Lol.

So, it's back to Tampa for a game 6 on Sunday night. Who'll win? I have no you know what idea. Will the Avs pull it out on the road or will the Bolts get a another victory forcing a NHL dream game 7 in the Mile High City on Tuesday?

I'll just go the safe route now and go with the Avs in 7. Winning three games in a row is quite the task, not sure the Bolts are up for it. Hopefully the Avs can wrap it up in Tampa tonight, we'll see

 

[Unchained]

Go Nordiques!!!

Awesome!!

 

[Tricycle Rider]

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMDFv5m18Pw&ab_channel=OzzyOsbourneVEVO

 

[Tricycle Rider]

YESS!!

 

[Nomad]

Congrads Avalanche on their 2nd Stanley Cup Championship! Exciting 3rd period & tense in those last few minutes.

The fireworks are going off in the Mile High City & my neighbors are driving me crazy. Lol.