The Crow Buffet

[Ridley Simon]

It really depends on where his head is. If he truly doesn’t have the need anymore, then he can quit. If he still has an itch (and leaving as a Champ has its pros and cons), then he will scratch it. Hopefully in DC

 

[Bananas]

Here’s one of my “expert coaching tips” after R4G1:

Another game like that and I’d consider sitting DSP for anyone who can skate better. He’s been an animal for us so far but his lack of foot speed was glaring in that one especially on that ice. Just food for thought. Trotz has to stay proactive and aggressive. Other than that just clean it up and clear the crease/zone and we’ve got a good shot...

 

[Ridley Simon]

Here’s one of my “expert coaching tips” after R4G1:

Another game like that and I’d consider sitting DSP for anyone who can skate better. He’s been an animal for us so far but his lack of foot speed was glaring in that one especially on that ice. Just food for thought. Trotz has to stay proactive and aggressive. Other than that just clean it up and clear the crease/zone and we’ve got a good shot...

Is it physically possible for Ripened Fruit to consume crow?

 

[kicksavedave]

Here’s one of my “expert coaching tips” after R4G1:

Another game like that and I’d consider sitting DSP for anyone who can skate better. He’s been an animal for us so far but his lack of foot speed was glaring in that one especially on that ice. Just food for thought. Trotz has to stay proactive and aggressive. Other than that just clean it up and clear the crease/zone and we’ve got a good shot...

Hey you got this part right though

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

I think Holtby coming in as “relief” really set his mind right for the run.

 

[thelebaron]

Glad I was wrong about dsp, and trotz, and holtby. Also this avatar is now fake news, hurray!

 

[Calicaps]

I think Holtby coming in as “relief” really set his mind right for the run.

I've said the same since the CBJ series. I 100% believe that the opportunity to be the hero and the limited risk of being the goat was a huge boost to his confidence.

 

[kicksavedave]

I've said the same since the CBJ series. I 100% believe that the opportunity to be the hero and the limited risk of being the goat was a huge boost to his confidence.

Well also plenty of rest in March/April.

I saw this written somewhere (maybe here?) that goalie who played 65 plus something games in the RS have a pretty dreadful record in the PS. Basically documenting that if you ride your guy too hard in the reg, he's worn out come May. I bet some stat monkey could quantify this into a sweet spot of sorts, but the main point is, being tired isn't good for being a goalie. Having played goalie much of my life I can say fatigue, more so mental than physical, equals softies galore. A bad nights sleep was a guaranteed loss for me. Concentration can only be maintained so long.

 

[RandyHolt]

I think Holtby coming in as “relief” really set his mind right for the run.

All the pressure in the build up to the playoffs, wasn't there this year. Sometimes it easier to be the underdog. Exactly as we were all year. It's a different dynamic mentally. it's a thing. I looked at him signing autographs with Boyd Gersich and all the other aces before R1G2, and knew he was out of place.

Tending and luck are huge. IIRC we destroyed our opposition tenders GF/G wise. One of the higher scoring teams in recent memory. Paging Stats Folk. We didn't just coin flip eek out wins. The beauty of this cup run, it was kinda easy on us fans. Early goals, spanking teams on the road, lighting up their goalies, regulation wins... it was a very enjoyable cup run. VERY.

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

Aside from a few games, very little stress. What a welcome relief after decades of the alternative.

 

[kicksavedave]

Aside from a few games, very little stress. What a welcome relief after decades of the alternative.

Well after we lost 3 in a row to TB, I think a lot of folks here were on suicide watch. But the Caps erased any doubt with 150 minutes of shutout hockey to ease all our minds

 

[Chimaera]

I need a big ol' share.

Tastes great.

 

[kicksavedave]

I need a big ol' share.

Tastes great.

Also need a new tag line. "Not the same ol' Caps"

 

[Chimaera]

Also need a new tag line. "Not the same ol' Caps"

Hmm. Maybe. Gotta see about that next season.

 

[RandyHolt]

I just want to point out that I was first on the fire Barry bus. I just had my two year anniversary last month. That is all.

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

Well after we lost 3 in a row to TB, I think a lot of folks here were on suicide watch. But the Caps erased any doubt with 150 minutes of shutout hockey to ease all our minds

Not me baby!

 

[RandyHolt]

I forgot we lost 3 in a row to the Floridians. That game 6 was one of my favorite of all the loffs.

 

[Calicaps]

I forgot we lost 3 in a row to the Floridians. That game 6 was one of my favorite of all the loffs.

Funny how that works! Winning cures all ills. Who knew!?

 

[RandyHolt]

Funny how that works! Winning cures all ills. Who knew!?

That stretch, and the 0-2 start vs Columbus, were our only true oh no here we go again stretches. We got lucky with few OTs and game 7s. Lucky for our collective heart blood pressure and hair coloring.

 

[Calicaps]

That stretch, and the 0-2 start vs Columbus, were our only true oh no where we go again stretches. We got lucky with few OTs and game 7s. Lucky for our collective heart blood pressure and hair coloring.

only 1 game 7 this time!

 

[txpd]

It will be interesting to see how this effects them come next season. After they beat Pittsburgh, you knew either they would let down and lose or have the weight lifted off their shoulders and fly. They flew and it was clear how free they felt.

Come next season will the freedom carryover and how far can it take them?

 

[CapitalsCupReality]

It will be interesting to see how this effects them come next season. After they beat Pittsburgh, you knew either they would let down and lose or have the weight lifted off their shoulders and fly. They flew and it was clear how free they felt.

Come next season will the freedom carryover and how far can it take them?

I said it before if they can win one, they have a real solid chance at one more the next few years IMO. Very interested to see how they play the next playoff run.

 

[HunterSThompson]

Think RMNB and Japers could both have nice crow buffet type posts where they link to all the times they bashed Orpik or Trotz or the system or Backstrom or MacLellan or Ted or Beagle or DSP or Carlson or Eller or anyone else.

 

[TheSting]

Don Cherry is eating a lot of Crow...he was all over the Vegas bandwagon throughout the playoffs...

Barry Melrose is eating Crow...he was harping on Ovi to be traded last year

 

[AtNightWeFly]

I'm not eating crow regarding Barry and I don't care who doesn't like it.
He was still doing his #barrythings but the team overcame it. Employing the turtle vs CBJ and it kept backfiring, then putting DSP on the top line vs Pitt and lets be honest, the only reason why the "kids" were playing is because there was no one else to play! He dissed and dismissed Vrana all season long and V came up big.


Now as for Holtby briefly known as Holthree, I am sorry.
Also Chiasson helped with a huge goal. I wanted to throw him off a bridge previously.