GDT: EQF Game 1: CBJ @ TBL - 11 Aug, 3pm

[ClevelandUke]

Yep, from a psychological standpoint, Jackets probably couldn't ask for a better opponent. Jackets got the 'never won a playoff series' monkey off their back last year and are coming off an impressive series win against the Leafs while Tampa has had to stew about the sweep all this time. If the games and series stay close, some doubt will likely start to creep into Tampa's minds. Pressure's on the Lightning, Jackets need to get off to a good start.

if the Jackets can go up to a 2-0 series lead, which is possible without Stamkos, Hedman, Rutta and no home ice for TB, i can very easily see them (TB) quitting and giving up mentally.

 

[KCbus]

I like the Jackets in game one. They're coming off a five-game roller-coaster. The Lightning have only played these round-robin games with a lot less pressure, and have some injury woes. I don't know if they're at playoff level yet.

Beyond that, I really don't know.

 

[ViD]

I like the Jackets in game one. They're coming off a five-game roller-coaster. The Lightning have only played these round-robin games with a lot less pressure, and have some injury woes. I don't know if they're at playoff level yet.

Beyond that, I really don't know.

We smother their offense, score a couple ugly goals and that’s all she wrote

 

[LetsGOJackets!!]

This Tampa team is so talented.. I hope we can play our best game against them today.

 

[wahsnairb]

Excited to watch this rematch as someone who lives in Cbus and used to live in Tampa.

It’s wild just how good (on paper) this Tampa team is even missing Hedman and Stamkos.

Last year showed on paper doesn’t mean too much, though.

 

[Monk]

So Hedman's a go?

 

[DEF]

So Hedman's a go?

Looks that way.

 

[ViD]

Looks that way.

Meh, who cares

 

[MoeBartoli]

Let’s go Jackets! Lock ‘em down and post the win!

 

[DarkandStormy]

Weird little lineup.

 

[DEF]

Meh, who cares

I like the way you think.

 

[Old Guy]

I hope we cream those punks!

 

[Johansen2Foligno]

Meh, who cares

I remember this, and it was awesome, but Hedman should not have even been on the ice. He wasn't too far removed from a concussion

 

[ViD]

I remember this, and it was awesome, but Hedman should not have even been on the ice. He wasn't too far removed from a concussion

I doubt he’s at 100%

 

[spintheblackcircle]

I don't think there is a single person who played or coached for the Jackets last year who doesn't think they are mentally stronger than Tampa. They proved it last year and winning how they did against Toronto could only enhance that.

The question is, does Tampa think Columbus is mentally stronger? If they fall behind, will they grip the stick too tight? Pucker factor 10? How will they react if they get punched in the mouth?

Get up early, Jenner line to open things up and bring it the first 5 minutes.

 

[MAHJ71]

 

[spintheblackcircle]

Not a fan of Milbury, but great to see him talk well about Gavrikov and Savard on a national broadcast

 

[ViD]

@Viqsi @Double-Shift Lasse please make the thread live

 

[josiesque]

A nice 9pm game when i'm on vacation. Awesome.
Go Blue Jackets! Go Kukan

 

[MoeBartoli]

So far so good. Have been able to pull Fox Sports TB station as Rick Peckham and Brian Engblom are one of my favorite pairs.

 

[Viqsi]

@Viqsi @Double-Shift Lasse please make the thread live

Sorry for delay; work from home lets me get away with more than most right now but when crunch time hits it hits hard.

 

[KCbus]

I doubt he’s at 100%

Werenski wasn't 100% last game, and we saw how that worked out.

 

[spintheblackcircle]

little bit of jump here.

 

[MoeBartoli]

What kind of PP will we see today?

 

[KCbus]

Power play early.

Nash got Folignoed.