At 10/9/05 06:06 PM, Coop83 wrote: Yeah, you'd be only the 17th other team pwning mine at the moment.

Awww...do some more scouting and change your team around a bit more. There's still some good rookies out there.

At 10/9/05 07:37 PM, da_pope wrote: Wow.
Fuck these new rules. Fuck them hard.
Why do people always try to fix whats not broken?

You're kidding, right? The new rules are probably the best thing that has happened to the game in a long time. I love all the high-scoring games. It makes the game so much more interesting. Shootouts are pretty cool too.

What is there NOT to like about the new rules?

At 10/9/05 08:12 PM, DancingTurkeyGod wrote:

What is there NOT to like about the new rules?

Goalie restriction.

At 10/9/05 08:12 PM, DancingTurkeyGod wrote: What is there NOT to like about the new rules?

Everything but the shoot-outs.
The gayest of all these rules would be the crackdown obstruction... Like WTF. You can't even hit opposing players infront of there net which is so fucking stupid.

Especially when my favorite team is a clutch and grab team.

GAY.

At 10/9/05 08:31 PM, VeryProudofYa wrote: Goalie restriction.

Oh c'mon, the size of the pads were getting ridiculous. I'm glad they changed that. I don't think the goalies should be playing the puck way out of their nets either. That's not their job.

At 10/9/05 08:35 PM, da_pope wrote: Everything but the shoot-outs.
The gayest of all these rules would be the crackdown obstruction... Like WTF. You can't even hit opposing players infront of there net which is so fucking stupid.

Oh, you're SO right. I mean, playing real hockey is just TOO much to ask for. We absolutely NEED the fighting and tripping. Hockey is all about hitting and hurting the opposition, right?

I understand it causes more penalties, but once players get used to the new rules, the game will flow better and won't be as cheap.

I like Calgary too, but if they can't play by the new rules, then too bad.

At 10/9/05 09:11 PM, DancingTurkeyGod wrote: Oh, you're SO right. I mean, playing real hockey is just TOO much to ask for. We absolutely NEED the fighting and tripping. Hockey is all about hitting and hurting the opposition, right?

No but it's gay watching players just slide into the the slot and wait there for the puck, get it and score... I don't mind the other rules but that one really pisses me off.

At 10/10/05 01:14 AM, da_pope wrote:

At 10/9/05 09:11 PM, DancingTurkeyGod wrote: Oh, you're SO right. I mean, playing real hockey is just TOO much to ask for. We absolutely NEED the fighting and tripping. Hockey is all about hitting and hurting the opposition, right?

No but it's gay watching players just slide into the the slot and wait there for the puck, get it and score... I don't mind the other rules but that one really pisses me off.

Ya I'm gonna have to agree with pope here. Although most of the rules are good, there are some that just get on my nerves when I see them called. It almost at times seems like the want to take the physicality out of the game. I dunno about you guys, but I like gritty, tough, physical hockey, I grew up with it.

Yay !!! Montreal Canadians won their first 3 games, I hope that this winning streak won't stop at the next game...

GO HABS GO !!!!!

At 10/9/05 09:11 PM, DancingTurkeyGod wrote:

At 10/9/05 08:31 PM, VeryProudofYa wrote: Goalie restriction.

Oh c'mon, the size of the pads were getting ridiculous. I'm glad they changed that. I don't think the goalies should be playing the puck way out of their nets either. That's not their job.

Way out there? hah, they're just hurting goalies who have an extra skill in their arsenal. If you're a shitty goalie who can't handle the puck, then don't travel into the corners, but don't punish those netminders who excell with the puck.

At 10/10/05 01:38 AM, phileeguy wrote:

At 10/10/05 01:14 AM, da_pope wrote:

At 10/9/05 09:11 PM, DancingTurkeyGod wrote: Oh, you're SO right. I mean, playing real hockey is just TOO much to ask for. We absolutely NEED the fighting and tripping. Hockey is all about hitting and hurting the opposition, right?

I went to a fight and a hockey match broke out.

No but it's gay watching players just slide into the the slot and wait there for the puck, get it and score... I don't mind the other rules but that one really pisses me off.

Ya I'm gonna have to agree with pope here. Although most of the rules are good, there are some that just get on my nerves when I see them called. It almost at times seems like the want to take the physicality out of the game. I dunno about you guys, but I like gritty, tough, physical hockey, I grew up with it.

Don't get me wrong, I like the physical aspects of the game. I just don't like it when it slows the game down. Fights: Great for boosting your team's morale early on. The NHL proposes a crackdown on fights late into the game. Neutral-Ice obstruction: Awful. It's great if you want to run a choking offence and keep the games to 1-0 and 2-1. I don't know about you, but I'd prefer the longer passes, creating 2 on 1s and therefore higher scoring games than the brawls at centre ice which NJ in particular operated with their neutral-zone trap.

That's just a few of the rules broken down, but I think it's also time for acrobatic 'Hasek-esque' goaltending. Making the pads smaller was genius. Now we can really see who's a good goalie, because they can move into the puck's path, rather than getting lucky and defelecting an otherwise certain goal, which they knew nothing about.

At 10/10/05 10:32 PM, -Gooch- wrote:
It's just too bad I didn't have Tomas Kaberle or Bryan McCabe on my fantasy team. They both did pretty well tonight.

i have McCabe and i kept Sundin on IR.

At 10/10/05 10:20 PM, -Canas- wrote: I can't help but feel that everytime I come into this thread I have nothing but bad news about my team.

Fucking flames...

Darryl we need new defensmen!
For Godsake's help us!!

At 10/10/05 10:32 PM, -Gooch- wrote: Man! It just must suck to be Toronto right now. Two games, two shootout losses to Ottawa. They can prove, however, that they seem to be just fine without Mats Sundin. Sure, it's only one game, but they did put on an offensive display tonight. Unfortunately, so did Ottawa.

As a Canadiens fan, this actually makes me happy (I know too many people who are Leafs fans). It's not like they totally suck (Belfour was a little off tonight though), they just don't have that extra edge to win. Calgary on the other hand... *sigh*

What's up with Pat Quinn getting beaten up all the time with the puck? You'd think the players were aiming for him....

So has anyone caught a game on OLN yet? I know there are still some issues in certain areas and providers about it, but I found it to be pretty decent and objective coverage. Obviously I usually like to hear the voices of my usual play-by-play and color commentators while I watch them on my local stations, but OLN's guys weren't bad at all.

Still, for me I laugh whenever I see Keith Jones on OLN. It's not because he's doing anything wrong or making fun of himself, it's just that he is so demonstrative and he always looks like he's overly excited. For me that's funny because it's a stark contrast from when I remember seeing him on the ice and when I listen to him on my local radio station each morning.

Think I can join up?

Favorite Teams:

All-Time: Toronto Maple Leafs
Eastern Conference: Toronto Maple Leafs
Western Conference: Colorado Avalanche

Least Favorite Teams:
All-Time: Montreal Canadiens
Eastern Conference: Montreal Canadiens
Western Conference: Mighty Ducks Of Anaheim

Just finished watching one of the best games I've seen, the battle of Ontario, Leafs Vs. Sens. Toronto lost again, unfortunatly, and our now at 0-1-2. If only they could avoid those shootouts... :-(

just to known have anyone of you, ever check out the nhl radio on the nhl website,pretty cool,i check out the capitals game earlier today,really nice,first time ive try and i like it,the sound was great, you can check games from all over the league,try it out...

At 10/11/05 01:17 AM, Pure_LionHeart wrote:

Least Favorite Teams:

Western Conference: Mighty Ducks Of Anaheim

:'(

Well, the Ducks lost tonight even after having a magnificent first period and Giggy performing very well.

On the plus side, Selanne and Perry picked up goals. Both of which are on my fantasy team.

So, the Canucks beat Detroit in Detroit tonight. No easy feat, even without Yzerman. We didn't start out too well, but after the first period ended we pretty much dominated the game. Park's empty net goal with three seconds left was just the icing on the cake : )

At 10/10/05 10:32 PM, -Gooch- wrote: Man! It just must suck to be Toronto right now. Two games, two shootout losses to Ottawa. They can prove, however, that they seem to be just fine without Mats Sundin. Sure, it's only one game, but they did put on an offensive display tonight. Unfortunately, so did Ottawa.

Direct all abust at Primalblood, my little brother. He hasn't posted in here since the season started.

In other news, the Avs won 7-3 over the flames last night. I look like a genius, with Marek Svatos scoring a hat-trick in amongst a 4 point night. (Svatos is definately NOT leaving my fantasy team now.)

Do to some insight on radiogrounds, Yeryproudofya is kicked out of this club. One questioning my intelligence and sexuality. Two defending a bunch of cock munchers who most likely get banned every three days. Abusing his power on the chat room. And being an overall dickhead. So VPOY how does it feel, you fucking cunt. I hope You Jamesgasm, and Crimson Edge, get shot in the fucking head. Get the fuck out and stay the fuck out.

(21:21:55) (TheBoneThug) play SOAD new single http://media.putfile..emofadown-hypnotize1

(21:23:13) (DebbieDoesDallas) DJ_EDGE//: i request you put TheBoneThug on ignore so he can't make more stupid requests.
(21:23:30) (@VeryProudofYa) I second James
(21:23:45) (DebbieDoesDallas) VeryProudofYa//: alternativley oyu could ban him.
(21:23:51) (@VeryProudofYa) I could
(21:23:51) (TheBoneThug) STFU james
(21:23:52) (DebbieDoesDallas) alternativley you *
(21:23:57) (@VeryProudofYa) but aside from being a moron
(21:24:00) (@VeryProudofYa) he's not too bad
(21:24:29) (DebbieDoesDallas) TheBoneThug//: You know I don't mind when people i don't even like (VeryProudofYa for instance) use my name, but you are simply too stupid to speak to me on that level.
(21:26:34) (TheBoneThug) Shut up, James or should I say debbie. You requesting vpoy to ban me, not only makes you an asshole but a stupid prick.
(21:26:44) :::: Kicks: TheBoneThug was kicked from #radiogrounds by VeryProudofYa : [fucking wah ·614·]

I didn't question your gender.

At 10/14/05 01:14 AM, VeryProudofYa wrote:

I didn't question your gender.

Or your sexual preference. Plus, RedCircle kicked you too.

At 10/14/05 01:46 AM, -Gooch- wrote: Well then, you want to kick VPoY from the club then, eh Matt? I wouldn't suggest that being a wise idea. He's been one of the only ones besides Coop and da_pope keeping this really active over the past couple months or so. If you take him off, then it just doesn't leave to much of a discussion amongst many of us. We need to keep all the core members intact, therefore, we need to keep him in this club.

This man makes a fantastic point.

And with that, San Jose dominated Columbus horribly. They just kept getting rebound after rebound, which would eventually lead to their goals.

Sadly, I missed the game. I was too busy pulling for the Coyotes, who lost yet again. I can respect Nashville, though. They're an extremely fast team who got instant cred when Karyia joined the squad. He is most definatley earning his keep. Winning two shootouts single-handedly.

At 10/14/05 01:24 AM, VeryProudofYa wrote:

At 10/14/05 01:14 AM, VeryProudofYa wrote:

I didn't question your gender.

Or your sexual preference. Plus, RedCircle kicked you too.

well, from reading this you weren't being to much of a prick after all. I am sorry. you are not kicked out.

At 10/14/05 01:46 AM, -Gooch- wrote: Well then, you want to kick VPoY from the club then, eh Matt? I wouldn't suggest that being a wise idea. He's been one of the only ones besides Coop and da_pope keeping this really active over the past couple months or so. If you take him off, then it just doesn't leave to much of a discussion amongst many of us. We need to keep all the core members intact, therefore, we need to keep him in this club.

I agree with Gooch. After all, I'm on the mlb thread with a guy named Dream of Duke. I can't stand him, but I persist in posting, because I can make better arguments than him. Just rise above it.

Why cant we all just get along anf talk hockey ? This is after all the hockey fan club.
I love hockey and I love all my fellow hockey fans. . . . =)

At 10/14/05 05:27 AM, Hanshinboy wrote: Why cant we all just get along anf talk hockey ? This is after all the hockey fan club.
I love hockey and I love all my fellow hockey fans. . . . =)

I love my fellow hockey fans as well, so long as they aren't Wings fans. They are my arch rivals.

But let's get6 down to some serious hockey. Any early predictions on who's going to win awards? Aside from Crosby winning Rookie of the Year

At 10/14/05 02:26 AM, Kam-Ron wrote: On a side note I've only got to see ONE FULL GAME! Can someone tell me the main network to catch games on?

It's OLN who has rights to air NHL games, they're a subsidiary (I think) of Comcast Cable. You don't have to have Comcast to get OLN, but I've heard that OLN isn't in every market as of yet. But they're just the showcased games. As for local games, you'll have to check with your local listings and provider. Since you're in the Bay area Kam and Comcast is basically based out of Philly it might be tough for you to get to see a game in comparison to my ease.

If you have OLN, then try checking their site for listings and maybe you can catch a game, even if it isn't your hometown team.

Anywho, I'm kinda stoked for tonight's game of the Penguins @ Flyers. Not only do I get to see Sidney Crosby and judge for myself how good he is, I also get to see the return of former Flyers Mark Recchi and John LeClair. Oh and they got some LeMieux guy too. I hope it is a high scoring affair, as I want to see those two do good, but obviously I wan't the Flyers to win... and some fantasy points as well.

At 10/14/05 12:53 PM, phileeguy wrote: If you have OLN, then try checking their site for listings and maybe you can catch a game, even if it isn't your hometown team.

Every day at the bottom of nhl.com's homepage, there is a list of the games tonight and which TV station they're on (if any)

At 10/14/05 12:53 PM, phileeguy wrote: Anywho, I'm kinda stoked for tonight's game of the Penguins @ Flyers.

Lol, I just said stoked. That's really not in my vocabulary and this is the first time I've ever used it.

Not only do I get to see Sidney Crosby and judge for myself how good he is, I also get to see the return of former Flyers Mark Recchi and John LeClair. Oh and they got some LeMieux guy too. I hope it is a high scoring affair, as I want to see those two do good, but obviously I wan't the Flyers to win... and some fantasy points as well.

I should be a bookie or handicapper or something, because I was dead on. It was a high scoring affair and the Flyers did win in OT 6-5. LeMieux, Crosby and Rex all got in on the points action for the Pens, but Primeau and Gagne came through for me.

Gagne is on fire right now... glad he's on my teams.

At 10/14/05 10:05 PM, phileeguy wrote: Gagne is on fire right now... glad he's on my teams.

My team made some strides yeaterday. Brina Berard had a gaol and an assist, both on the power play and Khabibulin picked up the win. Shame it was against the Avs though.