Official Hockey discussion thread

[mckindog]

McDavid is awesome. He didn't say anything stupid, but he sure didn't look happy about going to Edmonton.
Apparently the Oilers owner is suing the owner of McDavid's junior team into bankruptcy.

 

[bearfan]

What a pace to the 1st period, almost 12 minutes without a stoppage, both teams flying up and down the ice

 

[LooseCannon]

Apparently the Oilers owner is suing the owner of McDavid's junior team into bankruptcy.

I had not heard this. Source?

 

[mckindog]

I had not heard this. Source?

Here's a very detailed breakdown of the suit.
McDavid's feelings on the matter have been the subject of a internet gossip on some hockey sites I visit. Apparently he is close to the Erie owner

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/spor...nderside-of-sports-ownership/article22646466/

 

[bearfan]

Another first round exit for STL, you have to wonder if Hitchcock and Co. are on the way out.

 

[LooseCannon]

Normally I'd be upset about that, but I'm just pleased that Montreal finished off the Sens. In 6. As I predicted.

 

[bearfan]

NHL Alumni Auctions are going on, some cool stuff. I might try to buy something

http://auction.nhl.com/iSynApp/showPage.action?sid=1100803&pageName=profilePage&pgmode1=nhlalumni

 

[bearfan]

The Hawks easily played their best post season game tonight. Teravainen is scary good. He needs to stay in the lineup and Versteeg is fine on the bench. They are finally rolling out 4 lines that can score and defend

 

[bearfan]

I am surprised MTL is where they are, I had them going to the finals in my bracket. Also surprised the Hawks are up 3-0 on MN, I expected them to win, but thought it would go 7 (I guess it still could, but I do not see it)

Glad to see Calgary get a win over the Ducks and the Rangers are doing about what I expected of them, a poorly built team for the playoffs

 

[bearfan]

MTL is coming up strong ...

This is so awesome. After so many years of incompetence and cheapness the Hawks are turning into masters of the cap era

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sport...lackhawks-future-spt-0510-20150509-story.html

 

[LooseCannon]

Montreal guts another one out, and you're right. The Hawks have formed a dynasty. I don't see how anyone can stop them.

 

[bearfan]

The Caps are now 0-10 with a 2-game lead in a series.

 

[LooseCannon]

The Caps are now 0-10 with a 2-game lead in a series.

That might be the most hilarious stat of all time.

And now I am reconciled to cheering for the Hawks.

 

[bearfan]

That might be the most hilarious stat of all time.

And now I am reconciled to cheering for the Hawks.

Good man!

.. and yeah, that stat is insane. It boggles the mind.

 

[Maturin]

The Canada game was hilarious. 9-0 in a quarter final...

Meanwhile we're losing against Putin. Eh, it's only game...

 

[bearfan]

Another odd stat

5/13/13: Henrik 35 saves, Rangers win Game 7
5/13/14: Henrik 35 saves, Rangers win Game 7
5/13/15: Henrik 35 saves, Rangers win Game 7


http://www.hockey-reference.com/boxs...305130WSH.html
http://www.hockey-reference.com/boxs...405130PIT.html
http://espn.go.com/nhl/boxscore?gameId=400792789

 

[LooseCannon]

They don't call him King Henrik for nothing.

 

[bearfan]

The king of May 13th for sure

 

[LooseCannon]

He's definitely the goaltender left in the playoffs with the greatest individual skill.

 

[bearfan]

Mike Babcock has made his decision: He is headed to Toronto.

The Toronto Maple Leafs announced the hiring of Babcock on Wednesday afternoon, ending months of speculation as to where the veteran coach would land.

Needed Help

Since 2005-06, Mike Babcock's Red Wings had the highest points percentage while the Leafs ranked 26th. Toronto has not won a playoff series since the 2004 conference quarterfinals.
Mike Babcock and Maple Leafs
Since 2005-06 Season

BABCOCKLEAFS
Points pct.649.504
Playoff app101
Series Wins120
Last Cup win20081967
-- ESPN Stats & Information
Babcock cashed in on his status as the most coveted hire in hockey. According to multiple reports, he received an eight-year deal that is worth a whopping $50 million. That contract would make Babcock the highest-paid coach in the NHL.