I just posted this in the Wild thread in response to the playoff fan rant that the Wild are being disrespected:

"TELLING STAT:

In the regular season, which I believe Scandella and Spurgeon played in (haha), the leading scorer (by far) for either team was Patrick Kane: 8 points in 4 games (he did not play in the 5th game that Dubnyk and the Wild won). They were 3-1 with Kane in the lineup versus the Wild, and that includes one game where Dubnyk played and I believe Kane scored (although the Wild won).

Oh, the 2nd and 3rd (tied) leading scorers in the series were Toews, Bickell and Richards.

That suggests, regardless of who Yeo played on who, a bit of a matchup problem."
- John Jaeckel

Not that it matters much, but I don't buy into any of that horse bleep. I'd rather the Wild be the underdogs to be honest. Besides a pretty impressive half season, I'm really not sure why any average or avid Wild fan would think we've earned the right to be feared and respected anyway.

Although this team does have a bit of a different feel to it this season I must say, but they still haven't proven anything except getting out of the 1st round.

Whatevs, I like the direction Fletcher and Yeo have brought the team in and am just happy that the Wild can finally face the Hawks with a healthy post-season roster for once!

Our newest Hawk has friends in the league.

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Proud of my boy @ErkanGustafsson on signing his first NHL deal! Can't wait to run you over each and every shift!
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- ArlingtonRob

After quickly checking his Twitter, appears Gustafsson has some good character traits. Could fit in well w/ the organization. Gotta respect someone who is not above a little self-deprecation

After quickly checking his Twitter, appears Gustafsson has some good character traits. Could fit in well w/ the organization. Gotta respect someone who is not above a little self-deprecation
- grinder10

How can you tell...can you read Swedish? Apparently, he's an Entourage fan...

I wonder if JJ's source that the Hawks are really dialed in to Darling means they would consider moving 50 this summer? That would mean Stan would have to move two very recent high dollar guys that he signed.. 29 and 50. Summer drama to chew on. Looking forward to this series gettng going.

How can you tell...can you read Swedish? Apparently, he's an Entourage fan...
- ArlingtonRob

Google Chrome => Translate

I don't know a thing about Entourage...is that a good or bad thing?

Google Chrome => Translate

I don't know a thing about Entourage...is that a good or bad thing?
- grinder10

Very entertaining HBO series. Movie based on the series coming out this summer. Looking forward to it! It's a show that depicts what happens to an average bunch of guys from NJ who find themselves thrust into the lime light behind their best friend who's suddenly made it big in Hollywood.

It's the every guys fantasy type show. Sex, drugs, booze and money to burn.

Google Chrome => Translate

I don't know a thing about Entourage...is that a good or bad thing?
- grinder10

Thanks...I was unfamiliar with the translate function. Regarding Entourage...not sure it says anything since I never watched.

Very entertaining HBO series. Movie based on the series coming out this summer. Looking forward to it! It's a show that depicts what happens to an average bunch of guys from NJ who find themselves thrust into the lime light behind their best friend who's suddenly made it big in Hollywood.

It's the every guys fantasy type show. Sex, drugs, booze and money to burn.
- MnGump

Thanks Gump

Thanks...I was unfamiliar with the translate function. Regarding Entourage...not sure it says anything since I never watched.
- ArlingtonRob

I haven't seen it either. Then again, I don't get much time to watch TV.

I haven't seen it either. Then again, I don't get much time to watch TV.
- EKolb13

Very funny show - with Jeremy Piven's star turn as a Hollywood agent modeled after Mayor Emanuel's brother.

I haven't seen it either. Then again, I don't get much time to watch TV.
- EKolb13

How 'bout dem Hogs!

How 'bout dem Hogs!
- ArlingtonRob

Awesome game last night!

I had a choice last night. Either go to the game and stay up all night editing a paper and finish an essay, or stay home finishing editing said paper and completing essay and catch four hours of sleep before showing up on campus this morning.

I believe I made the right choice. Also, I've been up since 4 am Wednesday.

Very funny show - with Jeremy Piven's star turn as a Hollywood agent modeled after Mayor Emanuel's brother.
- StLBravesFan

Interesting. I'll give it a shot in a couple of weeks.

And if you recall everyone wanted to string Sopel up before he was injured. Rozy will be fine. He had some bad moments but his play was better than most realize. He earned his money by keeping the minutes down for the big 4. When the game is on the line he won't be out there.
- Elbows15

Agree about Rosy. He did struggle at times in the Preds series, But he can, And (i think) will, play well going forward. And he has to! No way Hawks can roll with 4 "D" for the rest of the P.O's.
And agree on timmonen, The "stink" on this deal is not going away with time!But high risk, High reward!. I could see trying for "Lightning" in a "Timex".

I don't know anymore.
- Elbows15

- Ogilthorpe2

Its the avi. Touting Sharp. its all too much too soon.

Just got an opportunity to check the score...

...still 1-0 with 5 to play. Hmmmm....

So much for that...Rags score as I hit enter.

Just got an opportunity to check the score...

...still 1-0 with 5 to play. Hmmmm....

So much for that...Rags score as I hit enter.
- ArlingtonRob

And Kevin Hayes sets up the goal. He sure looks good. Man I am still wondering if our scouts missed on him. The Ranger scouts must have been really high on Hayes for the GM to open his wallet at all costs.

And Kevin Hayes sets up the goal. He sure looks good. Man I am still wondering if our scouts missed on him. The Ranger scouts must have been really high on Hayes for the GM to open his wallet at all costs.
- spanky

hawks scouts are the ones who suggested they draft him.

And Kevin Hayes sets up the goal. He sure looks good. Man I am still wondering if our scouts missed on him. The Ranger scouts must have been really high on Hayes for the GM to open his wallet at all costs.
- spanky

It wasn't a scouting issue, nor a money issue. Hayes chose to not sign with the Hawks.

Is that good? Wow...

Just got an opportunity to check the score...

...still 1-0 with 5 to play. Hmmmm....

So much for that...Rags score as I hit enter.
- ArlingtonRob

Wow - 1 second left

I luv Joel Ward....

Always wanted that guy in a Hawk sweater...versatile player.

And Ovi with a rocket and great assist.

Is that good? Wow...
- ArlingtonRob

King Henrick moving right, puck goes left.