Around The NHL Discussion 2019/20 - Part IV

[MissouriMook]

I didn’t think Dallas had a a chance against Colorado or Vegas either, but with Tampa likely coming out of the East I just can’t see how Dallas handles the four line onslaught that the Bolts bring. I think Tampa takes their series tomorrow night and handles Dallas in five.

 

[simon IC]

I didn’t think Dallas had a a chance against Colorado or Vegas either, but with Tampa likely coming out of the East I just can’t see how Dallas handles the four line onslaught that the Bolts bring. I think Tampa takes their series tomorrow night and handles Dallas in five.

I hope so too, but more because I want this over so we can get on with the draft and free agency.

 

[simon IC]

Surprised since they weren’t playing well at break and looked bad in prelim round, but on the other hand not surprised. They gave us so much trouble last year. Colorado is flashier but Stars have always been built more for playoffs than Avs.

Agreed. They are built more like us, from the defense out.

 

[AjaxManifesto]

Won't mind seeing Joe Pavelski raise the cup, but still hoping it's Paddy.

 

[AjaxManifesto]

Don't mind any team that is left.

But I still haven't watched a game since the 2nd awakening. I guess now Reavo can get back to brewing beer.

 

[Linkens Mastery]

Vegas and Colorado were so big and loud on how they were going to win the cup. Now the fan base of the team who were the quietest (most quiet? English is hard) is going to the finals. Lol

 

[Vladys Gumption]

Nothing pleases me more than watching Peter DeBoer whine and moan and make excuses for why his team got choked. I still think firing Gallant to hire him is going to go down as a horrible decision.

And on that note, although I figured they’d be a tough out and might win a round or two I’m still a bit shocked Dallas made the finals.

 

[The Note]

Tampa hasn't done much throughout the season + out of the stoppage to dissuade me from thinking they're the best team in the league again this year. Hopefully they roll Dallas.

 

[Ridge1982]

Well, no one gave us a chance against Boston last year, so youneverknow.

 

[Stealth JD]

Good on Dallas. I wouldn't be at all surprised to see them smother the Lightning and prevail over 7-games; even if they're blown out in a couple of games along the way. (Similar to last year's Final)
That defense is great. Heiskanen, Klingberg & Lindell are as good of a 1-3 as there is in the league...and adding Thomas Harley to that group next year is borderline unfair. I'm pulling for Dallas, as the fawning over the Lightning the past few seasons has been plethoric.

 

[Ranksu]

A bit old but funny.

 

[Bobby Orrtuzzo]

Outside of Benn and sort of Lindell I didn’t really hate anyone on that team specifically, but I’m still rooting for TB.

 

[mk80]

No the Coyotes are being smart!



Here's the article linked in that tweet: Blues assistant GM Bill Armstrong lead candidate for Coyotes' GM opening

 

[simon IC]

FFS, Tampa you blew it! I wanted this over with.

 

[Spektre]

I flip the Tampa game on in 2OT. The wife complains about hockey being on after the Blues are eliminated. I say Maroon is one goal away from another Cup final. The wife says, ya but there’s Shattenkirk. Poof Shattenkirk geeks a shot that leads to the winning goal for NYI.

Anyone need anything else cursed???

 

[stl76]

No the Coyotes are being smart!



Here's the article linked in that tweet: Blues assistant GM Bill Armstrong lead candidate for Coyotes' GM opening

Dang...good for Bill, but would hate to see him leave.

 

[Davimir Tarablad]

I flip the Tampa game on in 2OT. The wife complains about hockey being on after the Blues are eliminated. I say Maroon is one goal away from another Cup final. The wife says, ya but there’s Shattenkirk. Poof Shattenkirk geeks a shot that leads to the winning goal for NYI.

Anyone need anything else cursed???

All Chicago sports permanently if that’s not too much to ask.

 

[Ranksu]

No the Coyotes are being smart!



Here's the article linked in that tweet: Blues assistant GM Bill Armstrong lead candidate for Coyotes' GM opening

That will finalize Blues to bottom of central div. End of erä

At last we get Cup.

Fire Army and Bill can ne our new GM

 

[mk80]

That will finalize Blues to bottom of central div. End of erä

At last we get Cup.

Fire Army and Bill can ne our new GM

Well, I'm not ready to go there now, losing him would be a huge loss, but depending on who fills the AGM and Director of scouting roles could be as good, or better perhaps. That remains to be seen.

 

[Xanadude]

Can someone enlighten me on the MoJo for Eric Staal trade...I get why Buffalo would plug their hole at 2C with Staal, sure, but why would Minny go for a year of Marcus Johanssen when everyone on planet earth knows they need a retool?

 

[Celtic Note]

Can someone enlighten me on the MoJo for Eric Staal trade...I get why Buffalo would plug their hole at 2C with Staal, sure, but why would Minny go for a year of Marcus Johanssen when everyone on planet earth knows they need a retool?

Maybe they are hurting financially or wanting to go with a youth movement soon. No clue

 

[BlueKnight]

I'm trying to figure out the Mojo - Staal trade. Why would the Wild do that.

 

[Ranksu]

Edmundson got contract

 

[Ranksu]

I'm trying to figure out the Mojo - Staal trade. Why would the Wild do that.

+ koivu out too. I guess there is big trade coming up?

Dumba <-> Leafs?

 

[Blueston]

I'm trying to figure out the Mojo - Staal trade. Why would the Wild do that.

Wonder if they felt Staal was too comfortable? They seem to want to change culture there.