Farnham is like 5"9 185 pounds not really the enforcer type. More of an agitator energy guy which our line up needed badly
- dbell646

Not to mention the Flyers have had a worthless goon on their team all season long.

Ok so we have devil fans, philly fans, islanders fans, Carolina fans, Chicago fans all on a pens board.. Where's our caps fans at
- nh4442

They're busy crying into Holtby's lap after they fell apart to Edmonton.

I noticed something last night.

Last year, Crosby played his backhand side on the PP for James Neal to play his forehand instead. I thought it was ridiculous, as it limits Crosby to scoring anything but rebounds, which makes no sense (as good as James Neal was on the PP).

This year, for a bit at least, they finally put Crosby on his forehand (the "right" side of the PP). However, halfway through the game, I noticed Crosby playing his backhand side a ton. Any reason for this?
- jmatchett383

Mismanagement? I mean other than shifting things around I'm not quite sure. Letang being out definitely affected the PP as a whole but I feel like Crosby should always be low in the zone with the RH shot accross from him.

To be perfectly honest, Tocchet might have done a spotty job last night given the success we've had recently and the Flyers PK %

I noticed something last night.

Last year, Crosby played his backhand side on the PP for James Neal to play his forehand instead. I thought it was ridiculous, as it limits Crosby to scoring anything but rebounds, which makes no sense (as good as James Neal was on the PP).

This year, for a bit at least, they finally put Crosby on his forehand (the "right" side of the PP). However, halfway through the game, I noticed Crosby playing his backhand side a ton. Any reason for this?
- jmatchett383

Yes, they still have no clue how to run a PP. 87 and 71 still are taking up the same real estate, 14 doesn't want to get in front of the net and takes up the same space as Perron.

Yep in the shape of a vagina.
- Cptmjl

I knew I smelled fish last night

Ok so we have devil fans, philly fans, islanders fans, Carolina fans, Chicago fans all on a pens board.. Where's our caps fans at
- nh4442

The two on this site are wrapped up in the oilers thread.

I see you've yet to visit an Oilers' blog.
- jmatchett383

This is true!!!!!

I hate that clean hip checks (like the one on Malkin a few years back) always result in a fight. Big difference between a hip check and a low bridge. Yeah, they sting quite a bit, but it's part of the game. No need for a fight.
- jmatchett383

Agreed.

There are textbook, clean hits that can be devastating. But if they're clean, they warrant zero response by the refs—or the players. Beyond hitting back—clean.

Any news about his health?

Ah you forget the constant visits to the isles blog to stomp on us when we were down. yeah I know you never did blah blah you guys are the biggest twatts on this site and it's hilarious!!
- Vukota

Ehh only when relevant to the situation, you know like a Pens/Isles playoff series, hell even a Pens/Isles regular season game is acceptable for coming in here and spreading some joy. You guys pop up in here every single day, regardless of situation and relevance.


We have a weird fish avatar sighting every day, commenting on what color underwear Sid has on that day; and the fact that Letang has no body hair what so ever, or the flavor of floss Geno has in his garbage can that evening.

I don't want to know how he knows these things but he does, and he feels the need to comment on these creepy things day in and day out. It is very awkward

Ehh only when relevant to the situation, you know like a Pens/Isles playoff series, hell even a Pens/Isles regular season game is acceptable for coming in here and spreading some joy. You guys pop up in here every single day, regardless of situation and relevance.


We have a weird fish avatar sighting every day, commenting on what color underwear Sid has on that day; and the fact that Letang has no body hair what so ever, or the flavor of floss Geno has in his garbage can that evening.

I don't want to know how he knows these things but he does, and he feels the need to comment on these creepy things day in and day out. It is very awkward
- nbartley9

I just hope you guys (with the exception of that CDoms or DComs guy, who seems to have something against me) don't mind me on a regular basis. I do my best to be objective.

I just hope you guys (with the exception of that CDoms or DComs guy, who seems to have something against me) don't mind me on a regular basis. I do my best to be objective.
- jmatchett383

No you provide a lot for this blog in a positive way, the weird obsessive fish guy does not.

To be honest im not even sure he watches hockey.

No you provide a lot for this blog in a positive way, the weird obsessive fish guy does not.

To be honest im not even sure he watches hockey.
- nbartley9

Didn't they rip off a fish stick box for a 3rd jersey?

But the league can if they had a tangible, consistent dsicipline policy. The NHL discipline priorities
1) Did the player get hurt... (Should matter less)
2) The name on the Jersey (Should not matter at all)
3) the situation (playoffs et...) (Definetly should not matter at all)
4) Finally the intent of the Player!!!!

Number 4 should be number 1... the motive of the player is what matters.... is it a hockey play? was there intent to injure? Did it happen after the whistle??? if player know a lengthy suspension is coming as a result of a "Rinaldo type play" they ll think twice... This maybe beating a deadhorse, but if Staal was suspended to the crosscheck to the back of Crosby's neck or Boychuk for his attempted knee on knee with Malkin earlier this yearperhaps the number of incidents would be greatly reduced.
- Brianandr1

Rofl using Boychuk bumping into malkin as an example of intent. That's hilarious.

I actually agree with Rinaldo when he suggests he helped the team with that hit! You see, if (when) he gets suspended, it will be at least 5 games - and hopefully 10 - that he won't be on the ice redefining stupid on a daily basis. I used to like what he brought and his skills have improved (duh, that would happen with any player after a few years). However, he is a one dimensional player whose recklessness and stupidity outweigh anything positive he brings to the team. I'm ready to move on from him.

Rofl using Boychuk bumping into malkin as an example of intent. That's hilarious.
- Isles_since_6

Seriously?


I hope you don't really believe that, because if you do; you have no clue what your watching.

Rofl using Boychuk bumping into malkin as an example of intent. That's hilarious.
- Isles_since_6

So your argueing that was a hockey play???? We both know he would have been suspended for a lengthy period of time if Malkin was hurt.... so what is hilarious?

I just hope you guys (with the exception of that CDoms or DComs guy, who seems to have something against me) don't mind me on a regular basis. I do my best to be objective.
- jmatchett383

You are always welcome here

I actually agree with Rinaldo when he suggests he helped the team with that hit! You see, if (when) he gets suspended, it will be at least 5 games - and hopefully 10 - that he won't be on the ice redefining stupid on a daily basis. I used to like what he brought and his skills have improved (duh, that would happen with any player after a ew years). However, he is a one dimensional player whose recklessness and stupidity outweigh anything positive he brings to the team. I'm ready to move on from him.
- BOSS_TWEED

He did his job, and did it well.

baleeted?

He did his job, and did it well.
- nbartley9

Yes, and had the #5 power play in the NHL scored during the 7 minutes pf PP time he gave them, he would also have done his job, which appears to him to mean submarining his team at any opportunity. If after 4-5 years and umpteen suspensions, you dont get that you can't make that hit, you are incompetant and not fit for the team.

Seriously?


I hope you don't really believe that, because if you do; you have no clue what your watching.
- nbartley9

watch it again, boychuk wasn't looking at malkin, he was looking at the puck coming around the boards behind him and moving up - if you also watch that clip past the hit and through to the next whistle you'll see Boychuk apologizing to Malkin - there was no intent there.

Now go back to downie targeting Boychuk's leg earlier at top speed.

I think you all have been listening to your hilariously slanted broadcasting crew way too long.

Yes, and had the #5 power play in the NHL scored during the 7 minutes pf PP time he gave them, he would also have done his job, which appears to him to mean submarining his team at any opportunity. If after 4-5 years and umpteen suspensions, you dont get that you can't make that hit, you are incompetant and not fit for the team.
- BOSS_TWEED

Interesting view, but I looked at it as a catalyst to jump start his team into getting 2pts.

watch it again, boychuk wasn't looking at malkin, he was looking at the puck coming around the boards behind him and moving up - if you also watch that clip past the hit and through to the next whistle you'll see Boychuk apologizing to Malkin - there was no intent there.

Now go back to downie targeting Boychuk's leg earlier at top speed.

I think you all have been listening to your hilariously slanted broadcasting crew way too long.
- Isles_since_6

Maybe I will take another look at it, atleast you provide a normal conversation. Unlike your buddies that end up in here every single day.

First and most importantly, I wish nothing but the best for Kris Letang.

As for the blog, you are 100% right. The blame lies on the shoulders of the NHLPA, the NHL, and the NHLPS. However, I differ with your rationale. How often did this type of injury occur 15 years ago?? How often 10 years ago? One of the most interesting dynamics in sports in general (not just hockey) is the over protection of players by rules and equipment.

Hockey (in its nature, and amendments to rules) has become increasing faster. Equipment has become more like body armor. Those two in combination with taking pressure off of the player to protect himself is exactly why these injuries you speak of occur. 20 years ago, Letang would have known that hit was coming, he would have absorbed the hit by bracing himself up against the glass. Now, players understand that they have a few feet of "free room" where they cannot be hit. It is something that they all use to their advantage. It is incredibly dangerous.

I am not blaming Letang. The problem is that the rules in place to protect players, also leave them incredibly vulnerable. Its a pretty scary catch 22.

Suspend Rinaldo for a decade. It wont change a thing.