cgf
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There certainly were, especially during Matt's cold start. As a ROR fan who wanted him to stay it got really annoying to see folks continuing the ROR-v-Duchene trope.
Matt Duchene appreciation thread.
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There certainly were, especially during Matt's cold start. As a ROR fan who wanted him to stay it got really annoying to see folks continuing the ROR-v-Duchene trope.
cgf
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That's exactly why people turning it into a ROR-v-Matt thing was so annoying. Keeping ROR and losing Matt would've been just as much of an issue as losing ROR and keeping Matt. Luckily we got a strong return and were able to keep the cheaper one with the higher ceiling and offensive skills; but the decision management had to make was Duchene+ROR v Duchene+ROR-return, not Duchene v ROR.
Its been said but I'll mention it again, if Duchene plays well the Avs play well. He's too important to slump for the first 10 games and still have the Avs in a playoff position.
Foppa2118
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Old thread, but just bumping it to post this tidbit from Dater. Maybe this was already noted, but I haven't heard it.
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...ights-sounds-from-nhl-all-star-game-media-day
http://bleacherreport.com/articles/...ights-sounds-from-nhl-all-star-game-media-day
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tigervixxxen
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Sakic had an interesting curve when he played... it was pretty much straight out on the top, then on the bottom it was straight diagonally with just a slight curve at the end. Duchene's has typically been a gentle curve 1/2 to 3/4 through with a big toe curve.
Sakic:
Duchene:
Duchene has changed 3 or 4 times since he got in the league I think. Less and less curve each time IIRC.
When I played, I HATED big toe curves. Heel or Mid Heel curve with an open face was always what I preferred (a lot like the off the shelf Parise curve). Much easier to roof the puck from in close.
Sakic:
Duchene:
Duchene has changed 3 or 4 times since he got in the league I think. Less and less curve each time IIRC.
When I played, I HATED big toe curves. Heel or Mid Heel curve with an open face was always what I preferred (a lot like the off the shelf Parise curve). Much easier to roof the puck from in close.
tigervixxxen
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I haven't noticed the golf stick shortness as much lately. Maybe because nobody is complaining about it but it used to be really noticeable live.
I have played with the off the shelf Sakic curve...I tend to shoot high with it, and my backhand suffers. I prefer closed face, slight mid/heel curve, with a steep lie. Zetterberg (which used to be Forsberg) from Easton.
Nothing sweeter in my mind than streaking in and saucering a backhand pass from the dot to the opposite winger for an easy tap in. I say streaking...but for most it would be a lazy glide...I ain't fast. Maybe shelfing one is better...but I am a pass first guy. If I am the one scoring a goal, it is generally an ugly one with my fat arse planted in front where nobody can move me.
Nothing sweeter in my mind than streaking in and saucering a backhand pass from the dot to the opposite winger for an easy tap in. I say streaking...but for most it would be a lazy glide...I ain't fast. Maybe shelfing one is better...but I am a pass first guy. If I am the one scoring a goal, it is generally an ugly one with my fat arse planted in front where nobody can move me.
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Cousin Eddie
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The Kingslayer
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I have two Warrior old school sticks with a Ryan Smyth pattern and its a toe curve lol Everyone knows Smyth had a paddle.
Yeah, unless you get a hold of some true pro stock sticks. But even then, a lot of the guys will adjust the blade once they get the sticks. Pretty sure you can't buy a stick with what ROR uses, retail or pro-stock
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Foppa2118
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Dutchy talking a bit more about the mental side of the game he always has to battle to stay consistent.
http://www.denverpost.com/avalanche/ci_29454362/eyes-cup-and-captaincy
http://www.denverpost.com/avalanche/ci_29454362/eyes-cup-and-captaincy
cgf
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I know that feel Matty. *hug* Just stay focused on the here n now and you've got this. *pat on the back*
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I searched for pro stock pics of the sticks. So those should be the curves they used at least at one point.
Foppa Frossa
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when is James Neal a free agent?
That was one I was really sad about missing out on...
As much as people hate Neal, the guy can score, and hes a total **** to play against. No one likes Perry accept for Ducks fans, it's pretty much the same thing for Neal lol.
Cousin Eddie
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This. There are some guys out there who just know how to put the puck in the net and it's huge to have them on your team. Iggy is actually still one of them but unfortunately he depends on someone else to get him into those positions at this point.
The Kingslayer
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Yah I would have loved Neal. He's a total ******* on the ice like Pepe but we all loved Pepe.
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