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PT21
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: 木糠布丁, PA
Joined: 03.04.2008

Mar 25 @ 5:07 PM ET
my wife said this makes no sense
- 2Real


Blame Google Translate.
2Real
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: IT'S GRITTIN TIME, CA
Joined: 07.14.2007

Mar 25 @ 5:14 PM ET
Blame Google Translate.
- PT21

she got you're calling someone a (frank)ing idiot though
Letterkenney
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Dementia Patient in the White House, DC, PA
Joined: 03.20.2020

Mar 25 @ 5:14 PM ET
I check everyone out #equalopportunitylech

Are you Canadian? You are too mild mannered to be one of us. Plus, you like roasted peppers or some such heresy on your cheesesteak.

- PT21


Not fair, PT. They don't know what cheesesteaks are up there. For that matter, not really many other places in the US do, either.
Letterkenney
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Dementia Patient in the White House, DC, PA
Joined: 03.20.2020

Mar 25 @ 5:16 PM ET
How dare you.
- Tomahawk


Don't interrupt his fantasy!
Letterkenney
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Dementia Patient in the White House, DC, PA
Joined: 03.20.2020

Mar 25 @ 5:21 PM ET
Since reading English is clearly not your forte, I am trying another track:

他们不会漫步并以他们喜欢你的方式射击,他妈的白痴,他们的镜头有花样。

Edit: made a mistake, should be:

他们不会漫步并以他们喜欢你的方式射击,他妈的白痴,他们的射击有一种模式

- PT21


嗨,PT,您不可以在此面板上宣誓就職。 甚至沒有中文
Dkos
Season Ticket Holder
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Gritty, PA
Joined: 01.15.2007

Mar 25 @ 5:31 PM ET
I wanted to thank you for the The Investigation recommendation. We have seen 4 episodes so far and we are loving it. And those Swedish cadaver dogs are insanely cute when they whinny (and even when they don't)
- PT21


You’re welcome. I liked the realistic portrayal of the murder investigation. No magically brilliant detective, just hard work and dedication. Also thought it was interesting that they didn’t give the murderer one second of screen time. Can’t say the cadaver dogs made an impression on me.
Peter Richards
Season Ticket Holder
Philadelphia Flyers
Joined: 08.24.2019

Mar 25 @ 5:33 PM ET
I would like to see Morin tonight but I want them to draw penalties no get them, get a big lead then pound someone.
- wcorvette


While I don’t disagree. They weren’t willing to fight during a 9-0 game. If winning like that they may have face cramps from smiling. Those muscles haven’t been used much. Hope no one pulls a muscle.
Peter Richards
Season Ticket Holder
Philadelphia Flyers
Joined: 08.24.2019

Mar 25 @ 5:35 PM ET
Just realized Morin is in on d. Scotty back to center the 4 th line.
Tomahawk
Location: Driver's Seat: Mitch Marner bandwagon. Grab 'em by the Corsi.
Joined: 02.04.2009

Mar 25 @ 5:35 PM ET
Not fair, PT. They don't know what cheesesteaks are up there. For that matter, not really many other places in the US do, either.
- Letterkenney


Does anybody outside of Philly even give cheesesteaks a second thought? It's like an obscure footnote in American cuisine. Way too much pride invested in a simple meat sandwich, lol.

PT21
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: 木糠布丁, PA
Joined: 03.04.2008

Mar 25 @ 5:51 PM ET
What a great in depth analysis of Hart's issues this season as compared to last. My question is can he be fixed...and how? Is it possible for him to recover this season? With confidence issues it seems tricky.
- DANCER


My personal opinion (which is frankly not worth much since I know diddly about the technical issues) is that it can be fixed, and Carter Hart has tremendous promise and of all personnel developmental setbacks we have had this year, this is the least worrisome.
login
Philadelphia Flyers
Joined: 08.21.2020

Mar 25 @ 5:51 PM ET
Does anybody outside of Philly even give cheesesteaks a second thought? It's like an obscure footnote in American cuisine. Way too much pride invested in a simple meat sandwich, lol.


- Tomahawk

THey are very popular in Montana.
PT21
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: 木糠布丁, PA
Joined: 03.04.2008

Mar 25 @ 5:52 PM ET
Does anybody outside of Philly even give cheesesteaks a second thought? It's like an obscure footnote in American cuisine. Way too much pride invested in a simple meat sandwich, lol.


- Tomahawk


So, this is very intriguing. You support the Flyers and diss cheesesteaks.

I am smelling Main Line brat here. Let me guess: Lower Merion, Amirite?
wcorvette
Season Ticket Holder
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Boynton Beach, FL
Joined: 10.03.2010

Mar 25 @ 5:53 PM ET
Does anybody outside of Philly even give cheesesteaks a second thought? It's like an obscure footnote in American cuisine. Way too much pride invested in a simple meat sandwich, lol.


- Tomahawk



yes they do, cheesesteaks are everywhere, not good everywhere but they are everywhere.
Peter Richards
Season Ticket Holder
Philadelphia Flyers
Joined: 08.24.2019

Mar 25 @ 5:53 PM ET
Does anybody outside of Philly even give cheesesteaks a second thought? It's like an obscure footnote in American cuisine. Way too much pride invested in a simple meat sandwich, lol.


- Tomahawk


Weird subway has a version. Travel around the states. Every area and what not have different things or specialties. Or it is made different.
PT21
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: 木糠布丁, PA
Joined: 03.04.2008

Mar 25 @ 5:54 PM ET
You’re welcome. I liked the realistic portrayal of the murder investigation. No magically brilliant detective, just hard work and dedication. Also thought it was interesting that they didn’t give the murderer one second of screen time. Can’t say the cadaver dogs made an impression on me.
- Dkos


No one does grief and grieving like the Scandinavians. Have you seen any of Bergman's movies?

I tend to consider dogs to be superior species to humans, so I might be biased re: dogs.
PT21
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: 木糠布丁, PA
Joined: 03.04.2008

Mar 25 @ 5:54 PM ET
嗨,PT,您不可以在此面板上宣誓就職。 甚至沒有中文
- Letterkenney


My wife says this makes no sense.
MJL
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Candyland, PA
Joined: 09.20.2007

Mar 25 @ 5:58 PM ET
Hey guys look, here is another one.

Poster clearly says he notices an unusually high # of shoot out attempts going top shelf on Hart.

And another guy posts an article where ESPN says Cart is going down too early.

Likely conversation:

Asst. coaches tell players: hey go high on Cahtah in the shootout. Just fake the shot, Carter will go down. There will be net to shoot at. He is doing that a lot.

Players: Naaah!! Am gonna do what am gonna do what I always do. My moves, they gold bro! Ain't listening to that jive! Don't matter which dawg in net! I just do my thang, irrespective!

- PT21



You made more sense posting in a different language.
Tomahawk
Location: Driver's Seat: Mitch Marner bandwagon. Grab 'em by the Corsi.
Joined: 02.04.2009

Mar 25 @ 5:59 PM ET
So, this is very intriguing. You support the Flyers and diss cheesesteaks.

I am smelling Main Line brat here. Let me guess: Lower Merion, Amirite?

- PT21


Chicago, by way of Louisville, by way of Taipei. So you can stop guessing now.


I really like cheesesteaks btw. And for the record, peppers, provolone, mushrooms, wiz, w/e... I'm not picky.
MJL
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Candyland, PA
Joined: 09.20.2007

Mar 25 @ 6:00 PM ET
My personal opinion (which is frankly not worth much since I know diddly about the technical issues) is that it can be fixed, and Carter Hart has tremendous promise and of all personnel developmental setbacks we have had this year, this is the least worrisome.
- PT21


I agree 100% with you here. This is a special moment. I don't find any of the setbacks for young players worrisome with the exception of Patrick.
Tomahawk
Location: Driver's Seat: Mitch Marner bandwagon. Grab 'em by the Corsi.
Joined: 02.04.2009

Mar 25 @ 6:01 PM ET
Weird subway has a version.
- Peter Richards


Wait, you claiming that's a cheesesteak?
PT21
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: 木糠布丁, PA
Joined: 03.04.2008

Mar 25 @ 6:02 PM ET
As opposed to the argument you offer ad nauseum? You answered your own question. The Flyers wanted to remain competitive while rebuilding or retooling.
- MJL


The only reason I have to offer it ad nauseum is because you freaked out when Mrs. Jones introduced fractions in 1973 and never recovered.

And you are not getting away that easy. Flyers were replenishing farm while aiming to be a "bubble playoff team". Which means they were not going pedal to the metal for winning every year. Why not? Because they wanted to get good picks.

Which means they were semi-tanking. Not full fledged, but moderated tanking, somewhat sacrificing present for the future.

Now, I know this will be hard for you, as you have said many times that you will stop being a Flyers fan if they tank. Now that an informed Flyers employee has admitted they did, I guess its hasta la vista, my friend.

We will always remember you fondly, and your acute hockey insight, which you uttered every year from 2007-2021:

The future is bright. And the time to make big moves is when that time comes.

Take care, MJL.
PT21
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: 木糠布丁, PA
Joined: 03.04.2008

Mar 25 @ 6:03 PM ET
Chicago, by way of Louisville, by way of Taipei. So you can stop guessing now.


I really like cheesesteaks btw. And for the record, peppers, provolone, mushrooms, wiz, w/e... I'm not picky.

- Tomahawk


How did you grow up a Flyers fan in Louisville/Chicago?

Btw, deep dish pizza sucks.
Tomahawk
Location: Driver's Seat: Mitch Marner bandwagon. Grab 'em by the Corsi.
Joined: 02.04.2009

Mar 25 @ 6:08 PM ET
How did you grow up a Flyers fan in Chicago?

Btw, deep dish pizza sucks.

- PT21


I didn't grow up in Chicago. Fandom started in Kentucky. No local team, so it just ended up being my favorite logo in the NHL genesis team select screen, lol. Kinda just stuck w/ it from there.

Nobody in Chicago eats deep dish btw. Main local pie here is thin crust cut into squares.

You wanna know what really sucks? Look up 'Chicago dog'
MJL
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Candyland, PA
Joined: 09.20.2007

Mar 25 @ 6:09 PM ET
The only reason I have to offer it ad nauseum is because you freaked out when Mrs. Jones introduced fractions in 1973 and never recovered.

And you are not getting away that easy. Flyers were replenishing farm while aiming to be a "bubble playoff team". Which means they were not going pedal to the metal for winning every year. Why not? Because they wanted to get good picks.

Which means they were semi-tanking. Not full fledged, but moderated tanking, somewhat sacrificing present for the future.


- PT21


Incorrect. You are forgetting much. Maybe a memory issue. The Flyers not only were drafting and developing young players, they also had to clean up the salary cap. The traded away players such as Scott Hartnell to clear up the future cap situation. So while they also lacked young developing talent, they also lacked cap space. The bough in short term veterans such as Brian Elliott and Val Fillpula to try and keep the team competitive.

I'm not getting away that easy. You seriously crack me up.



Now, I know this will be hard for you, as you have said many times that you will stop being a Flyers fan if they tank. Now that an informed Flyers employee has admitted they did, I guess its hasta la vista, my friend.

We will always remember you fondly, and your acute hockey insight, which you uttered every year from 2007-2021:

The future is bright. And the time to make big moves is when that time comes.

Take care, MJL.

- PT21


You've hit rock bottom here PT. Honestly you have. The Flyers have never tanked since I've been a fan. No informed employee has admitted that they have tanked. You've really embarrassed yourself here.

You can't even comprehend what you yourself quoted from Bill's statement.

"Hexy wasn't even aiming for deep runs in the playoffs. He was entirely focused on a farm system rebuild with leaving just enough at the NHL level to at least be a bubble team."

You can bet one thing though. If I say I'm leaving, I'll actually leave.
landros 2
Season Ticket Holder
Philadelphia Flyers
Location: Centre of universe
Joined: 02.07.2007

Mar 25 @ 6:10 PM ET
she got you're calling someone a (frank)ing idiot though
- 2Real

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