Head slammed into the ice? Come on man...it was some face washing and love tapping. Subban was holding on to Crosby and his stick with all four limbs. What Subban was doing was worse.

He didnt try to throw that water bottle with his left hand when he's right handed. You can see it slips in the video. Why would he lose his cool like that up 4-0 and up 4-0 nothing when he was major factor in a positive way? It was an accident plain and simple. Why is that so hard to believe? hahah
- MattStrat

So hanging onto a stick is worse than banging a guy's head on the ice?

Not that I mind it happening to Subban but get real.

The rule is applied to a player and has been assessed in games. Your LEADER is suppose to lead ,not throw temper tantrums. He did a deliberate act that would normally been penalized. He does behave in a way that leads people to believe he should be entitled to because of being an elite player. Most would argue that he be held to the HIGHEST STANDARDS because of his status.

The rule is applied to a player and has been assessed in games. Your LEADER is suppose to lead ,not throw temper tantrums. He did a deliberate act that would normally been penalized. He does behave in a way that leads people to believe he should be entitled to because of being an elite player. Most would argue that he be held to the HIGHEST STANDARDS because of his status.
- expectations

Actually, our leader lead by:
-splitting the defense on the opening shift
-drawing a penalty while almost scoring on your leaky goaltender
-setting up the opening goal on your leaky goaltender
-setting up two other goals on your leaky goaltender who was pulled for the second time in 5 games
-beating the Preds to loose pucks all over the ice
-winning practically every board battle he was in
-and yes, popping Subban in the face behind the net when Subban tackled him, wouldn't let him up, and pretty much tried to hump his leg.

Maybe focus on the first 6 bullet points instead of the last one and you won't sound as much like a whiny puke. Not that I blame you, you are just following the lead of your whiny blogger.

What game were you watching????

Not only does Crosby practically throw Subban to the ice (okay more like slewfoots but still), pins him to the ice and goes all Rocky Marciano on him. Subban was not holding Crosby, Crosby was holding Subban with one arm, and repeatedly punching him in the head with the other. Wes McCauley standing two inches away choses to ignore it until Subban puts a gloved palm into Crosby's face and calls them both.

If Sid wants try Boxing, Greco-Roman Wrestling and MMA he could do it off season. No need bring that poop to the ice. It's disgusting to see a player with a championship pedigree resort to such tactics. Completely unforgivable. No Excuse!!!

Crosby should have been given a match penalty, ejected from the game and been banned for the remainder of the playoffs.

He's nothing but a goon just like Kesler. I'm hoping there's a second Darcy Tucker pout who will one day clip Crosby at the knees and end that Prima Dona's career.

As for Bridgestone Arena, it'll be pumped up regardless because the Preds fans have a team which does not have to bribe referees, cheap shot players, and cheat in order to win, unlike the thugs from western Penn. who had to bribe the officials to beat the Senators, let alone win the Cup.

Moreso, if the Preds lose it won't be because of Rinne. It'll be because of the Penguins Brass and referee Wes McCauley, a known Preds hater. Every game the Preds have lost since the Anaheim series, McCauley was one of the refs. it's not a coincidence.

There are people who simply don't want the Preds to win a championship namely the Penguins front office and scum like Wes McCauley and Sidney Crosby. Yous can add Kesler to that list as well. This is a bigger conspiracy, AND MORE TRUTHFUL ONE, then the liberals cries of Russia hacking the Presidential election
- SpeedDemon99

What the (frank) did I just read???

Oh my god take off your tin foil hat.

I don't know which comment amuses me more? The bribing of the refs or that "there are people who simply don't want the Preds to win a championship namely the Penguins front office and Sidney Crosby" UM YA THINK????? So you are telling me that the Penguins don't want the team that they are facing in the SCF to win the championship???? What a shocking conspiracy!!!! Are there others who know about this dastardly deed?

I feel dumber for reading your drivel now. Did you write this in your bunker waiting for the aliens to come?

What game were you watching????

Not only does Crosby practically throw Subban to the ice (okay more like slewfoots but still), pins him to the ice and goes all Rocky Marciano on him. Subban was not holding Crosby, Crosby was holding Subban with one arm, and repeatedly punching him in the head with the other. Wes McCauley standing two inches away choses to ignore it until Subban puts a gloved palm into Crosby's face and calls them both.

If Sid wants try Boxing, Greco-Roman Wrestling and MMA he could do it off season. No need bring that poop to the ice. It's disgusting to see a player with a championship pedigree resort to such tactics. Completely unforgivable. No Excuse!!!

Crosby should have been given a match penalty, ejected from the game and been banned for the remainder of the playoffs.

He's nothing but a goon just like Kesler. I'm hoping there's a second Darcy Tucker pout who will one day clip Crosby at the knees and end that Prima Dona's career.

As for Bridgestone Arena, it'll be pumped up regardless because the Preds fans have a team which does not have to bribe referees, cheap shot players, and cheat in order to win, unlike the thugs from western Penn. who had to bribe the officials to beat the Senators, let alone win the Cup.

Moreso, if the Preds lose it won't be because of Rinne. It'll be because of the Penguins Brass and referee Wes McCauley, a known Preds hater. Every game the Preds have lost since the Anaheim series, McCauley was one of the refs. it's not a coincidence.

There are people who simply don't want the Preds to win a championship namely the Penguins front office and scum like Wes McCauley and Sidney Crosby. Yous can add Kesler to that list as well. This is a bigger conspiracy, AND MORE TRUTHFUL ONE, then the liberals cries of Russia hacking the Presidential election
- SpeedDemon99

James Tanner, is that you on an alt account?

The rule is applied to a player and has been assessed in games. Your LEADER is suppose to lead ,not throw temper tantrums. He did a deliberate act that would normally been penalized. He does behave in a way that leads people to believe he should be entitled to because of being an elite player. Most would argue that he be held to the HIGHEST STANDARDS because of his status.
- expectations

so should Subban who is a cheap shot artist himself.

I am not even going to bother reading the vomments before i post.

First. PK had crosby in a hammerlock with his arms locked around his legs. So crosby wasnt getting up to go anywhere until PK let go. Plain and simple.

Second: why did you have to go there? Cmon Paul. Thats about as baf as those idiots creating the fangerrang stupid ass video. I would like to think you are better than this.

Third: time to move on and take care of game 6. Nothing is learned from the game last night.

Lastly. I expected to go down last night and play from behind but didnt expect a 60 minute drubbing. Thats what the champs laid down on us last night and kudos to them for it. That will not happen again though so i am glad it happened last night instaed of game 7. Go Preds.
- PredChef

You sir, are the lone sane Preds fan in this blog. Tip of the cap to you.

It's interesting that Milbury is in the Pens/Crosby's corner of late.
I seriously think that either he finally paid attention to what Crosby goes through night in and night out, or NBC/NHL told him to change allegiances or be gone.

That whole crew has hated the Pens forever, and it's a bit unsettling to hear Milbury in our corner, and I'm not a fan of it happening. I mean who wants Milbury in their corner?? Not a good look. Also not a good look? Being a fanboy and blogging about someone's head being smashed into the ice repeatedly. C'mon man, you're better than that.

If you're going to do that, at least own up to the right cross Subban delivered to Crosby's jaw after he dragged him down in Game 3 or 4. Own up to the cross check to Maata's face. Own up to your team trying to run Murray this whole series. I'm seriously surprised that James Neal has stayed on the right side of the line.....he's no stranger to a flying elbow. Oh, wait, our deft skating Hainsey danced around that one last night and then tapped a beauty behind the goalie.

Here's to a cleaner finish to the series in game 6.

What game were you watching????

Not only does Crosby practically throw Subban to the ice (okay more like slewfoots but still), pins him to the ice and goes all Rocky Marciano on him. Subban was not holding Crosby, Crosby was holding Subban with one arm, and repeatedly punching him in the head with the other. Wes McCauley standing two inches away choses to ignore it until Subban puts a gloved palm into Crosby's face and calls them both.

If Sid wants try Boxing, Greco-Roman Wrestling and MMA he could do it off season. No need bring that poop to the ice. It's disgusting to see a player with a championship pedigree resort to such tactics. Completely unforgivable. No Excuse!!!

Crosby should have been given a match penalty, ejected from the game and been banned for the remainder of the playoffs.

He's nothing but a goon just like Kesler. I'm hoping there's a second Darcy Tucker pout who will one day clip Crosby at the knees and end that Prima Dona's career.

As for Bridgestone Arena, it'll be pumped up regardless because the Preds fans have a team which does not have to bribe referees, cheap shot players, and cheat in order to win, unlike the thugs from western Penn. who had to bribe the officials to beat the Senators, let alone win the Cup.

Moreso, if the Preds lose it won't be because of Rinne. It'll be because of the Penguins Brass and referee Wes McCauley, a known Preds hater. Every game the Preds have lost since the Anaheim series, McCauley was one of the refs. it's not a coincidence.

There are people who simply don't want the Preds to win a championship namely the Penguins front office and scum like Wes McCauley and Sidney Crosby. Yous can add Kesler to that list as well. This is a bigger conspiracy, AND MORE TRUTHFUL ONE, then the liberals cries of Russia hacking the Presidential election
- SpeedDemon99

So I decided to to check out the stats of Wes McCauley when he refs Predator games. Um, I have some shocking news!!! You are right McCauley clearly has a bias against the Preds!!! In fact when he reffed their games during the regular season the Preds went 5-2. Not only that the went 4-2 during the playoffs!!! Clearly when Wes refs the Preds lose!! Oh wait....

http://scoutingtherefs.co...ees-linesmen-game-5-6817/

I know it's really pointless to point out your delusional theories but I just couldn't help. Gary Bettman called me to do it. I'm on his payroll!!! Dun, Dun, DUN!!!

"Depending on your own personal perception of Crosby he could be cast as an amazing hero or a detestable villain. In either scenario, he comes out the winner."
- Ryan Wilson (hockeybuzz)

NBC literally ripped into Crosby for an entire 10 minute sequence on live television. Honestly it was a bit ridiculous.

The idea that all media defends Sid is a bit silly.

Preds blogger^^

Question what was lavys excuse for their play Thursday night?? I've not hear from from the post game.. I'm a bit sick of nashville players relying on home ice... IF they win game six do you start saros in game 7

Question what was lavys excuse for their play Thursday night?? I've not hear from from the post game.. I'm a bit sick of nashville players relying on home ice... IF they win game six do you start saros in game 7
- PREDX1

Question... who's the chick?

Question... who's the chick?


- j.boyd919

Am I not your type or something?

Funny. It's almost like you believe the Penguins have been the dirtier team in this series.

Funny. It's almost like you believe the Penguins have been the dirtier team in this series.
- madmike71

It's been pretty equal, no need to exude an holier than thou attitude.

Question what was lavys excuse for their play Thursday night?? I've not hear from from the post game.. I'm a bit sick of nashville players relying on home ice... IF they win game six do you start saros in game 7
- PREDX1

Just go with live or die with Pekka. Don't worry a 7 game series is what this SCF deserves. Win it in OT. That's drama that would go a long way to the legend of the journey for Preds. Especially, if done over Champ Crosby and Pens.

What game were you watching????

Not only does Crosby practically throw Subban to the ice (okay more like slewfoots but still), pins him to the ice and goes all Rocky Marciano on him. Subban was not holding Crosby, Crosby was holding Subban with one arm, and repeatedly punching him in the head with the other. Wes McCauley standing two inches away choses to ignore it until Subban puts a gloved palm into Crosby's face and calls them both.

If Sid wants try Boxing, Greco-Roman Wrestling and MMA he could do it off season. No need bring that poop to the ice. It's disgusting to see a player with a championship pedigree resort to such tactics. Completely unforgivable. No Excuse!!!

Crosby should have been given a match penalty, ejected from the game and been banned for the remainder of the playoffs.



He's nothing but a goon just like Kesler. I'm hoping there's a second Darcy Tucker pout who will one day clip Crosby at the knees and end that Prima Dona's career.

As for Bridgestone Arena, it'll be pumped up regardless because the Preds fans have a team which does not have to bribe referees, cheap shot players, and cheat in order to win, unlike the thugs from western Penn. who had to bribe the officials to beat the Senators, let alone win the Cup.

Moreso, if the Preds lose it won't be because of Rinne. It'll be because of the Penguins Brass and referee Wes McCauley, a known Preds hater. Every game the Preds have lost since the Anaheim series, McCauley was one of the refs. it's not a coincidence.

There are people who simply don't want the Preds to win a championship namely the Penguins front office and scum like Wes McCauley and Sidney Crosby. Yous can add Kesler to that list as well. This is a bigger conspiracy, AND MORE TRUTHFUL ONE, then the liberals cries of Russia hacking the Presidential election
- SpeedDemon99

i mean i definitely think its going seven games, and will be hard fought at that, so i am by no means counting chickens hear. but if the pens should win, is kesler the first person that crosby hands the cup off to after he's done with it? is that how this works?

Am I not your type or something?
- Mordecai

hmm.. a/s/l?

That's hockey, man. I give Sid full credit for taking advantage of a situation where he could dole out some abuse when the officials weren't looking and mash PK's head into the ice. I would much rather see PK return the favor in a similar fashion than flail around and embellish like he does.

Funny. It's almost like you believe the Penguins have been the dirtier team in this series.
- madmike71

honestly man, i wont say there hasnt been anything, but its been a little bit from both sides. this is the cup final, and both players want it. i dont exactly condone neanderthal hockey, and of course there has been some scrums going on, but by and large this series hasnt really been that dirty.

the preds just dont strike me as a dirty team. i want to win this back to back so (frank)ing badly, but its not as if the preds objectively inspire much hate for me. hell if it was any team but the pens id be pulling for them pretty hard.

the tears over crosby is comical but thats every fan base.

The rule is applied to a player and has been assessed in games. Your LEADER is suppose to lead ,not throw temper tantrums. He did a deliberate act that would normally been penalized. He does behave in a way that leads people to believe he should be entitled to because of being an elite player. Most would argue that he be held to the HIGHEST STANDARDS because of his status.
- expectations

so if its going to be an accepted fact that he is going to be held to a higher standard, is it then fair to reason that it should be an accepted premise that he gets more calls in his favor when infractions are committed against him?

it cannot be an either or situation.

Wow, this is 1 hell of a whinge fest blog!

Just out of curiosity, when was the last time any - any, of the high end players you say get the 'same' treatment as Sid got hit with a baseball swing over the back with a hockey stick & cross checked in the face in the same play?

If someone that agrees with this rubbish can post a gif I will gladly retract my comment.

The floor is yours blog supporters...................

Oh yes, any eye gouging gifs to those players as well - just for clarity & justification for the author.

It's absurd what happens to Sid that DOESNT happen to others.

What game were you watching????

Not only does Crosby practically throw Subban to the ice (okay more like slewfoots but still), pins him to the ice and goes all Rocky Marciano on him. Subban was not holding Crosby, Crosby was holding Subban with one arm, and repeatedly punching him in the head with the other. Wes McCauley standing two inches away choses to ignore it until Subban puts a gloved palm into Crosby's face and calls them both.

If Sid wants try Boxing, Greco-Roman Wrestling and MMA he could do it off season. No need bring that poop to the ice. It's disgusting to see a player with a championship pedigree resort to such tactics. Completely unforgivable. No Excuse!!!

Crosby should have been given a match penalty, ejected from the game and been banned for the remainder of the playoffs.

He's nothing but a goon just like Kesler. I'm hoping there's a second Darcy Tucker pout who will one day clip Crosby at the knees and end that Prima Dona's career.

As for Bridgestone Arena, it'll be pumped up regardless because the Preds fans have a team which does not have to bribe referees, cheap shot players, and cheat in order to win, unlike the thugs from western Penn. who had to bribe the officials to beat the Senators, let alone win the Cup.

Moreso, if the Preds lose it won't be because of Rinne. It'll be because of the Penguins Brass and referee Wes McCauley, a known Preds hater. Every game the Preds have lost since the Anaheim series, McCauley was one of the refs. it's not a coincidence.

There are people who simply don't want the Preds to win a championship namely the Penguins front office and scum like Wes McCauley and Sidney Crosby. Yous can add Kesler to that list as well. This is a bigger conspiracy, AND MORE TRUTHFUL ONE, then the liberals cries of Russia hacking the Presidential election
- SpeedDemon99

This is the ultimate troll job. I applaud you good sir.