WJC: 2023 Czech Team

[member 305909]

I have to say that I haven't seen this Czechia-rubbish as a made up English name for the country anywhere else than on these forums.

 

[Czechboy]

I have to say that I haven't seen this Czechia-rubbish as a made up English name for the country anywhere else than on these forums.

Have you looked at the jerseys?

 

[czechcanadian]

Well, this is a rare one for me. I have NOTHING to complain about. I like the goalie choice, line combos, D, coaches and players. No controversies, no injuries, no politics.

Win or lose today, I can't complain and think everything was done well. I like the 'big boy North/South' lines, I like the PP, like the PK and all of it.

My only gripe is that Kulich needs to bury one and get going. I'm not saying he's been bad. I think he's our best forward but we've been winning games without him scoring. Imagine if he starts scoring? He is the black ace here.

Also, if some of you are rightfully wondering - does this f***en guy have nothing better to do? I've been sick for 8 days and sitting in my basement away from kids and wife, not drinking or excercising. So, to answer the question.. No, I literally haven't had anything better to do.lol It was this or blowing my nose.lol So apologies for my 70000 posts since December 23rd.. been a bit bored and it was at least good timing since we got to final of Spengler too! Plus my Oil have shit the bed and that is always fun to read online.lol

Never apologize for posting a lot. It’s nice to have some other Czech posters involved a lot here! Keep it up!

 

[Czechboy]

Never apologize for posting a lot. It’s nice to have some other Czech posters involved a lot here! Keep it up!

It's been excessive.. I will be healthy soon and legally blind.

Hope you got home safe! I'm heading your way tomorrow!

 

[czechcanadian]

It's been excessive.. I will be healthy soon and legally blind.

Hope you got home safe! I'm heading your way tomorrow!

Lol. About to lift off now! Checking the score when I land.
Češi do toho!
I’m confident we’ve got this!

 

[Czechboy]

First back to back Semi since 2004!

The goal was win a quarter. The goal is met.

I have zero things to bitch about.

Our next opponent is one of Sweden, Germany or Slovakia depending on the outcomes of the games.

We have 2 MONKEYS left - can't beat Sweden (20 years) and haven't medalled in 17.

 

[Svedu]

First back to back Semi since 2004!

The goal was win a quarter. The goal is met.

I have zero things to bitch about.

Our next opponent is one of Sweden, Germany or Slovakia depending on the outcomes of the games.

We have 2 MONKEYS left - can't beat Sweden (20 years) and haven't medalled in 17.

Well, then i think it's time you guys beat Sweden and i will root for you guys.

 

[cmcneil02]

Czechia this year is like your typical Russian team strong and gritty with great chemistry. I absolutely love their D-Core.

Jiricek and Kulich really clicked tonight.

I made this prediction on December 21st, and behold they are one step closer. I’m cheering you guys on but I absolutely hate your goal horn! Sweden vs Czechia (most likely) is going to be intense.

 

[Swipes]

Czechia this year is like your typical Russian team strong and gritty with great chemistry. I absolutely love their D-Core.

Jiricek and Kulich really clicked tonight.

I made this prediction on December 21st, and behold they are one step closer. I’m cheering you guys on but I absolutely hate your goal horn! Sweden vs Czechia (most likely) is going to be intense. View attachment 629393

It'll be a tough game against Sweden, that's for sure. Thanks for the good wishes! Here's hoping for a Czech-Canada final!

 

[Swipes]

I remember pre-draft scounting reports on Pastrňák. He was expected to become a valuable NHL playmaker with above average skating, however, his shooting and general finishing abilities were considered his weakness. Quite funny to say this about a guy who quicky became one of the best finishers in the NHL. Even the NHL teams' scouts sometimes fail to discover a players' true potential.

From what I remember at the time, Vrana was considered better than him. Although some of the guys on here predicted that Pasta would be the better overall player. He has become better every year and I recently noticed his stickhandling has improved considerably this season (it was always a little wobbly).

 

[ORRFForever]

Czechs are the real deal.

 

[Swipes]

Never apologize for posting a lot. It’s nice to have some other Czech posters involved a lot here! Keep it up!

Definitely don't stop posting lots Czechboy! You pretty much single-handedly keep this place alive at times with your enthusiasm!

 

[Czechboy]

Czechia this year is like your typical Russian team strong and gritty with great chemistry. I absolutely love their D-Core.

Jiricek and Kulich really clicked tonight.

I made this prediction on December 21st, and behold they are one step closer. I’m cheering you guys on but I absolutely hate your goal horn! Sweden vs Czechia (most likely) is going to be intense. View attachment 629393

Nice prediction... still a LOT of work to do! All 4 lines are clicking and all 3 pairs are clicking. Goalie is doing what is expected. Coach isn't doing stupid things. No injuries going into semi's and the same lineup (I hope) for the 6th game (give or take 2 periods).

 

[Czechboy]

I was so excited I wrote an article.lol

The 4 Czech Monkeys

Time for a story. The Czechs entered this tournament with 4 ugly monkeys on their backs. These monkeys get bigger and bigger every year. As a huge Czech fan, I hate these monkeys. Monkey 1 is...

www.coppernblue.com

 

[Eye of Ra]

When we played against u guys, we where missing our 2 best offensive players in Leo Carlsson and Fabian Lysell. But i dont think it will change alot, i still have you guys as the favorites.

 

[Czechboy]

2 monkeys left! 1 game to end the medal draught and the Swedish dominance of us. They'll be stronger with those 2 horses back too!

 

[Cowumbus]

I was so excited I wrote an article.lol

The 4 Czech Monkeys

Time for a story. The Czechs entered this tournament with 4 ugly monkeys on their backs. These monkeys get bigger and bigger every year. As a huge Czech fan, I hate these monkeys. Monkey 1 is...

www.coppernblue.com

Nice job.

I have faith that two monkeys will be removed on January 4th!

 

[MrazeksVengeance]

Czechia this year is like your typical Russian team

EEEEK. I suppose it’s a compliment, still…

 

[BigBadBoar]

Jaromír Jágr scored a goal in Extraliga today. 50 years + 322 days old. Insane.

 

[Bounces R Way]

As far as connected 5 man unit play goes I think the Czechs have been the best of the tourney so far. Certainly some talented players as well but the coach has done a great job getting these kids to play cohesively. They support the puck extremely well.

Think it probably helps a lot of these players have been playing house league and other tournaments together most of their lives.

 

[unkempt]

Well, now comes the real do-or-die time. It should have come in the quarters but somehow that never materialized. The Swedes beat us, although by a narrow margin, so there is even more motivation (as if it was needed ).

But I don’t dare to predict the result. But I am sure that it will be close. What is the probability of beating the same team twice in one tourney?

 

[Czechboy]

Well, now comes the real do-or-die time. It should have come in the quarters but somehow that never materialized. The Swedes beat us, although by a narrow margin, so there is even more motivation (as if it was needed ).

But I don’t dare to predict the result. But I am sure that it will be close. What is the probability of beating the same team twice in one tourney?

Among them big 5 it's very hard.

Tomorrow will be very tough! I can't even make a prediction... I'll be watching very nervously though.lol

 

[smitty10]

This Czech team is just so big and fast that they're hard for anyone to contain. Add to that the best D core they've ever had at this tournament and a good goalie and they quickly become a top team this year. Let's hope they take down Sweden! Love an underdog story!

 

[Czechboy]

Warming up in Quebec this morning.. hopefully they hear me in Halifax!

 

[WhiskeyYerTheDevils]

Looking through your roster, it looks like this will be a pretty strong team with a lot of solid returning players. Is that the consensus among the Czech fans?

I wouldn't be surprised to see them compete for a medal.

Called it.