give it a rest with the timeout-- it was a dumb move-- who cares?? lets get over it
- LetsGoIsles

It was worth it to catch Babcock's mock clapping reaction.

give it a rest with the timeout-- it was a dumb move-- who cares?? lets get over it
- LetsGoIsles

Sorry DP is not around to blow out of the water so JAck does something stupid every game. I am just saying Bush league that is all. Oh and Red Wings cared. If this was a team like the Penguins or Flyers they would have went after us with there goons. so yeah it is kind of a big deal.

Oh and love the self potrait on your avatar

JT makes everyone he plays with better. I'm just thankful KO is actually productive. But I'm not impressed with his overall game.

He calls himself a power forward? Not yet. Start crashing the crease. Banging bodies and battling with "D" men. Put in some DIRTY GOALS. In other words, get physical. Then we open the discussion of whether your a Power forward. But all in all. KO is starting to produce.

How many of Grabners goals came while playing with JT? Just wondering.

Same with PAP. How many points has he gotten since moving off the top line? I really havent checked.

JT is just coming into his own. He's on the cusp of elite. And when the final picks are made for the All Star Game in Ottawa. I have a sinking feeling JT will NOT BE THERE!

I believe Matt Moulson will be the single Isles representative. He deserves to go
but so does JT.
- SCLI

I would say JT over Moulson but we can be like the Ottawa fans and stuff the ballot

JT makes everyone he plays with better. I'm just thankful KO is actually productive. But I'm not impressed with his overall game.

He calls himself a power forward? Not yet. Start crashing the crease. Banging bodies and battling with "D" men. Put in some DIRTY GOALS. In other words, get physical. Then we open the discussion of whether your a Power forward. But all in all. KO is starting to produce.

How many of Grabners goals came while playing with JT? Just wondering.

Same with PAP. How many points has he gotten since moving off the top line? I really havent checked.

JT is just coming into his own. He's on the cusp of elite. And when the final picks are made for the All Star Game in Ottawa. I have a sinking feeling JT will NOT BE THERE!

I believe Matt Moulson will be the single Isles representative. He deserves to go
but so does JT.
- SCLI

He hasn't been a physical force, but he's definitely cutting to the middle and going to tough areas now. He and Tavares are crashing the net and Moulson's cruising in late from the left side. I think the line's been much more...as Jaffe would say, "north/south" with Okposo there instead of PA. With PA, they'd pass around the perimeter and then try to sneak a pass through the middle. With KO, it's mostly full speed to the net. Definitely a different look, and a better one so far, imo.

I actually think we get 3 points or we get 0 points. They'll either play well enough to show some chutzpah or play crappy enough to say, same old Islanders.
- BringBackBalky

Thats the nature of the Beast (ISLES). But I cant renege from my prediction yesterday that the Isles pick up at least 3 points this week. I expected the victory last night or at least a point. And I expect at least a point maybe 2 out of the next 2 games. I can easily see both games going into OT.

Man do I hate Shoot Outs!

It was worth it to catch Babcock's mock clapping reaction.
- UIF

That was priceless. JAck would not even turn that way like he was scared cause he knew he did something stupid

Problem with Okposo is that he is as good as his line is going to be. That is why to me Okposo really is nothing special at all. Without Tavares playing with him he got nothing
- kasperrko

how is it that Okposo is "as good as his line is going to be" but parenteau is so great?? since being moved to the top line KO has 6 points in 6 games... as does parenteau....on the perimeter youd say, there is no difference....

however, after looking a little deeper than JUST the player himself you would see that......

john tavares has 12 points in the last 6 games - averaging 2 pts/game and +2)-- as opposed to 27 points in 34 games - (averaging .79pts/game and -8 when parenteau was on the top line.


matt moulson has 8 points in 6 games - averaging 1.33 pts/game and + 3 -- as opposed to 28 pts in 34 games -- averaging .82 pts/game and +2 with parenteau on the top line.

so the question is -- is okposo playing better because of JT/Moulson, is Jt/Moulson playing better because of Okposo or BOTH (ie best of both worlds)?

Thats the nature of the Beast (ISLES). But I cant renege from my prediction yesterday that the Isles pick up at least 3 points this week. I expected the victory last night or at least a point. And I expect at least a point maybe 2 out of the next 2 games. I can easily see both games going into OT.

Man do I hate Shoot Outs!
- SCLI

Shoot out sucks to be honest. //i hate the you get to overtime you get a point to. since they are not going to get rid of the shootout I say yous houldonly get a point if you make it to the shootout in that case you play harder in over time. I have seen teams not do much over time cause they have a better chance in the shoot out

He hasn't been a physical force, but he's definitely cutting to the middle and going to tough areas now. He and Tavares are crashing the net and Moulson's cruising in late from the left side. I think the line's been much more...as Jaffe would say, "north/south" with Okposo there instead of PA. With PA, they'd pass around the perimeter and then try to sneak a pass through the middle. With KO, it's mostly full speed to the net. Definitely a different look, and a better one so far, imo.
- UIF

Agreed.

He is going to the net more. But its like a hit and run. He doesnt spent much time there battling. Its more in and out. But its a start. Maybe he'll get more aggressive with maturity. No one can deny that he's starting to put up points.

Matt takes many more lumps in front of the net then KO. A price to pay for back to back to back 30 goal seasons.

how is it that Okposo is "as good as his line is going to be" but parenteau is so great?? since being moved to the top line KO has 6 points in 6 games... as does parenteau....on the perimeter youd say, there is no difference....

however, after looking a little deeper than JUST the player himself you would see that......

john tavares has 12 points in the last 6 games - averaging 2 pts/game and +2)-- as opposed to 27 points in 34 games - (averaging .79pts/game and -8 when parenteau was on the top line.


matt moulson has 8 points in 6 games - averaging 1.33 pts/game and + 3 -- as opposed to 28 pts in 34 games -- averaging .82 pts/game and +2 with parenteau on the top line.

so the question is -- is okposo playing better because of JT/Moulson, is Jt/Moulson playing better because of Okposo or BOTH (ie best of both worlds)?
- LetsGoIsles

Awesome stats but truth be told Tavares is a streaky player so is Moulson they are rolling right now, but come back with number by the all star break and then we will get the answer

Is the top line now Moulson/Tavares/Okposo inbstead of Parenteau now?
I really think Okposo needs a change in scenary. Maybe thats just me but that kid would still have value, in my books. Why not deal him for your PP bomber from the point? The Isles have a number of quality forwards already, and more on the way.

give it a rest with the timeout-- it was a dumb move-- who cares?? lets get over it
- LetsGoIsles

I was just curious as to the reason for it. Since it didnt seem to make sense at the time. I dont remember. I really wasnt paying attention. Was it called after an iceing???

If so. Then it has some merit. Otherwise I'm curious to know what Capt Jack was thinking.

I did enjoy Babcocks reaction though.

As for Kaspers suggestion to send out the goons. Detroit has no goons! Neither do we.

Best I could imagine would be sending out your 4th lines armed with purses. They could smack each other silly.

Is the top line now Moulson/Tavares/Okposo inbstead of Parenteau now?
I really think Okposo needs a change in scenary. Maybe thats just me but that kid would still have value, in my books. Why not deal him for your PP bomber from the point? The Isles have a number of quality forwards already, and more on the way.
- Lohaus

His change of scenery is playing on top line with JT. 6 points in 6 games since moving to his wing. We'll see if these other prospects pan out maybe he will be moved, who knows

Sorry DP is not around to blow out of the water so JAck does something stupid every game. I am just saying Bush league that is all. Oh and Red Wings cared. If this was a team like the Penguins or Flyers they would have went after us with there goons. so yeah it is kind of a big deal.

Oh and love the self potrait on your avatar
- kasperrko

i WISH they went after them last night....remind which game what woke up the team last year?

it rhymes with -- Shmittsburgh Shmenguins

Is the top line now Moulson/Tavares/Okposo inbstead of Parenteau now?
I really think Okposo needs a change in scenary. Maybe thats just me but that kid would still have value, in my books. Why not deal him for your PP bomber from the point? The Isles have a number of quality forwards already, and more on the way.
- Lohaus

I doubt his value has ever been higher than it is NOW. If he continues to improve. He'll be the player that everyone expected him to be. IF........

His change of scenery is playing on top line with JT. 6 points in 6 games since moving to his wing. We'll see if these other prospects pan out maybe he will be moved, who knows
- Vukota

I wonder who will be moved or traded down the line with these other guys fighting for spots. We might not have any room for a lot of people. It will be intersting to see. I mean if we did not keep signiong all tehse washed up vets we might be ok

i WISH they went after them last night....remind which game what woke up the team last year?

it rhymes with -- Shmittsburgh Shmenguins
- LetsGoIsles

You know what you are right we need that but we do not have the same toughness as last year we will be smacked all around the ice

His change of scenery is playing on top line with JT. 6 points in 6 games since moving to his wing. We'll see if these other prospects pan out maybe he will be moved, who knows
- Vukota

Tavares is such a special player. There were so many people who wanted to see him fail coming out of junior, but he was always so polished and so professional, it was clear he was going to be a star.

its funny because the reason I asked about Parenteau was that I remember watching him in Portland years ago as I watched all of their games for another reason. He was one of their better forwards and a great guy off the ice as well and I used to think it was a shame he'd be stuck in the A but he just seemed to click with JT along with Moulson. I have a part of me that always cheers for him every time I see him add another assist, which he does on a regular basis since breaking through with the Isles.

Tavares is such a special player. There were so many people who wanted to see him fail coming out of junior, but he was always so polished and so professional, it was clear he was going to be a star.

its funny because the reason I asked about Parenteau was that I remember watching him in Portland years ago as I watched all of their games for another reason. He was one of their better forwards and a great guy off the ice as well and I used to think it was a shame he'd be stuck in the A but he just seemed to click with JT along with Moulson. I have a part of me that always cheers for him every time I see him add another assist, which he does on a regular basis since breaking through with the Isles.
- Lohaus

I though you were inquiring about KO when I responded to your post.

I though you were inquiring about KO when I responded to your post.
- SCLI

I was more or less inquiring about Parenteau being off the top line, then asked about Okposo. All answered well though.

Tavares is such a special player. There were so many people who wanted to see him fail coming out of junior, but he was always so polished and so professional, it was clear he was going to be a star.

its funny because the reason I asked about Parenteau was that I remember watching him in Portland years ago as I watched all of their games for another reason. He was one of their better forwards and a great guy off the ice as well and I used to think it was a shame he'd be stuck in the A but he just seemed to click with JT along with Moulson. I have a part of me that always cheers for him every time I see him add another assist, which he does on a regular basis since breaking through with the Isles.
- Lohaus

PAP had a hard time breaking in with the Isles. He was a turnover machine and didnt supply much "O". But he worked hard and improved his game.
I doubt you'll find many Isles fans that have major problems with PAP right now. He's not going to blow anyone away but he's been very steady. I like his attitude. For a smaller guy he sticks his nose in places others wont.

I was more or less inquiring about Parenteau being off the top line, then asked about Okposo. All answered well though.
- Lohaus

PA is kind of unfortunate at the moment that he's a set up guy, playing with a set up defensive center and a slug.

If we had nino on the second line wing with them, I think it would give us a better line

Nino may not be getting any points,but he's rarely getting any opportunities either. Kind of difficult to make anything happen when your linemates (pandolfo and wallace) can't do anything other than dump and slowly chase.

I was more or less inquiring about Parenteau being off the top line, then asked about Okposo. All answered well though.
- Lohaus

I assume you follow and watch most of the Sens games?

What has ZK brought to the table this year? Are you happy he was signed or do you feel it was a waste of money?

I watch the Sens when it doesnt conflict with the Isles. I am very impressed with their rebuild and the type of game they play. Aggressive, in your face hockey backed with skill and attitude.

They are surprising a lot of folks this year. Gotta go.

I assume you follow and watch most of the Sens games?

What has ZK brought to the table this year? Are you happy he was signed or do you feel it was a waste of money?

I watch the Sens when it doesnt conflict with the Isles. I am very impressed with their rebuild and the type of game they play. Aggressive, in your face hockey backed with skill and attitude.

They are surprising a lot of folks this year. Gotta go.
- SCLI

Interesting enough, the ONLY FA I wanted to sign this year (fully assuming we wouldn't be near the team we are) was Zenon Konopka. True story. I followed him in the pro's because (as my avatar suggests) I'm a Ottawa 67's fan. Konopka was the heart and soul of our team during his time here in the OHL. Captain.

He was that guy who would do anything for his team mates, still is. The fighting Konopka is essentially what he did to make it. he would fight in junior, sure, but he wasn't the league leader or anything close like he is in the NHL. He was just a hard nosed, in your face player.

When he signed here, and I actually got my wish (I'm leaning towards Zach Parise as this year's player ) I knew he'd bring the edge. He plays small minutes, but he's effective, he's done what he was brought in to do in regards to adding toughness, adding a faceoff master (and he's helped our other centers in that regard as well, similar to the way Dan Tessier helped him learn the craft as a youngster with the 67s) and adding character. I think having a guy like him on th eroster is just a good thing. he plays tough, he can play the game and he doesn't take dumb penalties others of his ilk do.

You won't hear me say a bad word about him. Kids I watched leave everything on the ice as kids in junior... they're the ones I always appreciate the most when they make it. They earned it with the work, and he's no different.

Over his last 18 games he has 23 points (12pts in last 6 games). On the season it's 39 points in 40 games. If he manages 5 points over his next 4 games (his pace of late), he will have 44 points in 44 games. By comparison, Henrik Sedin leads the NHL with 50 ponits in 44 games.
What's more impressive is that Tavares has done this on the second lowest scoring team in the NHL while Sedin is on the second highest scoring team. No Tavares is not a 60 goal scorer, but he may well be one of the top 5 playmakers in the NHL not named Crosby and soon number one.
- keaner17

JT will become a 40-goal man. Mark it down. He's too talented not to become that. 40-goal, 90-100 point player in his prime is certainly a possibility.