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...in other words, the only player who didn't play in the insanely high scoring 70s, 80s, and early 90s.
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...in other words, the only player who didn't play in the insanely high scoring 70s, 80s, and early 90s.
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How embarrassing is that for Kunitz?
Tries to play the tough guy role, Ovie laughs at him as he cross-checks him trying to hurt him, then Ovie rams him into the boards on a legal check, dumping him on his backside.
Really, that gif does a fantastic job of describing the Pens as we saw them last night. A bunch of wanna be tough guys who can't back it up.
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I think Malkin still isn't 100% since returning from injury. At the same time, I respect Sid's talent far too much to ever fully count him out.
As an Ovie fan, I'm just glad to see him finally have an experienced NHL coach for a change and it seems to be paying off dividends for him and the Caps.
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I am really, really impressed with how Ovechkin has bought in and adjusted his game this season.
Credit to Trotz and Ovie (and some credit to Holtby too, since part of Ovie's problem last year was Holtby couldn't stop a puck when he was on the ice for whatever reason).
He looks as offensively dangerous and energized as he ever has, and now he's actually contributing somewhat to a 200 ft game. He's never going to be a Selke candidate, but who cares, that's not his job. As long as he's just decent at contributing all over the ice, that's all they need.
Credit to Trotz and Ovie (and some credit to Holtby too, since part of Ovie's problem last year was Holtby couldn't stop a puck when he was on the ice for whatever reason).
He looks as offensively dangerous and energized as he ever has, and now he's actually contributing somewhat to a 200 ft game. He's never going to be a Selke candidate, but who cares, that's not his job. As long as he's just decent at contributing all over the ice, that's all they need.
Hillen used the standard two hands on the stick bad attitude shove that happens 50 times a game. Downie threw a punch. Hillen embellished it for sure but in a game like that, you can't force the refs to make the easy call. Same stupid that Brouwer did when he pushed MAF.
Ovy has always bought into what ever his coaches has asked of him. Remember, Oates last year asked him to move to the right side and stop hitting. Trotz has turned him loose offensively but also demanded AND has taught him more responsibility in all zones.
This Ovechkin is far more entertaining and a far bigger threat than he has ever been. He may not get 65 again but who cares.
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Then Kunitz smoked Ward and was penalized for a noise violation. Not understanding your point.
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Not an Ovechkin fan, but Pittsburgh is just next level scum. lol at that whole incident. Ovechkin just smiles and destroys Kunitz. Loved it.
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discobob
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It's funny to me the hate he gets from Canadian media, because he plays like their idea of an ideal Candian, except he's Russian, so they take that as an insult and try to drag him down...
Its just the media though ... everyone around here loves him though.. a lot of kids love Crosby but anyone else prefers Ovechkin thats what ive come across.. its mainly because of his tough play..
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Taak19
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Throwback to the 5th post of the thread by a fellow Avs fan.
Well done my friend.
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Spends time with a girl with down syndrome that is a huge fan and gives her family a brand new car...what a ****** bag
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Agreed. Ovechkin is exactly the kind of guy old time Canadian hockey guys rave about. Big, fast, strong, scores goals, plays physical, is not afraid to hit the biggest stars in the game, will not back down when challenged and is willing to push the limit of rules when trying to win.
I am serious when I say this, some of the fans would be in awe of Ovechkin had he been born in Canada. I know most people understand that nationality is not up to you and don't hold it against anyone. But not all understand this.
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