GDT: nascar5

[Svechhammer]

They will, though. Have you seen that series? It's the playoffs.

Not at the level that Nashville is pulling. And Nashville is also doubling it with flopping around all over the ice like the Italian national soccer team, which I don't see either of them doing.

 

[MrazeksVengeance]

Not at the level that Nashville is pulling. And Nashville is also doubling it with flopping around all over the ice like the Italian national soccer team, which I don't see either of them doing.

HAMMER, YOU ARE BOUND TO BE PISSED OFF ONE WAY OR ANOTHER.

Which is a good thing.

LET’S JUST BE TRUE TO OURSELVES. (AND STAY OFF THE SHITPOND KNOWN AS THE MAIN BOARD)

 

[StormCast]

Just in case some of you need more Haula talk.

 

[Ole Gil]

Anybody know what's going on with Foegele on faceoffs? Seems like preds lining up across from him are always mad.

 

[LostInaLostWorld]

ust being a "company man" for NBC now so he's parroting the dumb shit Pierre would say, etc.

Doubt he cares much about being an NBC company man. He won't be looking towards another contract with them.

 

[MrazeksVengeance]

Anybody know what's going on with Foegele on faceoffs? Seems like preds lining up across from him are always mad.

EITHER THEY ENVY MCLOVIN’S DASHING GOOD LOOKS OR THE FACT THAT HIS GRIN IS TRULY THE ONE OF A MAN WHO CAN ANNOY HIS NEIGBOUR.

UNLESS THAT NEIGHBOUR IS MR. RODGERS OR SLAVIN.

…

REMINDS ME OF THE MATCH WHERE I WAS DEFENDING THE SAME GUY AS THE SHUTDOWN D-MAN FOR MOST OF THE GAME.

I WAS FLIRTING WITH HIM AND SINGING MUSICALS. DROVE HIM MAD.

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

The whole "that mean Haula is picking on poor, kind gentle Necas" is over the top ridiculous. Playoffs are mean and tough, guys are supposed to hate each other.

Yep. That's the point though. It's the playoffs and players are supposed to hate each other and fans are supposed to hate the opposing team. To me, who cares if the hate is fully warranted or not.

Whether it's because of him going after Necas, perceived transgressions while here, a rift with the coach, or they just think he's a dick, is irrelevant to me. Fans can hate on opposing teams in the playoffs for whatever reason they want.

As much as you feel fans and media made too much out of the friction between him and RBA while here, I think some are making too big of a deal about fans booing or other reactions (even on this board) to him.

Like you said, it's the playoffs so let the hate flow.

 

[bleedgreen]

Yep. That's the point though. It's the playoffs and players are supposed to hate each other and fans are supposed to hate the opposing team. To me, who cares if the hate is fully warranted or not.

Whether it's because of him going after Necas, perceived transgressions while here, a rift with the coach, or they just think he's a dick, is irrelevant to me. Fans can hate on opposing teams in the playoffs for whatever reason they want.

As much as you feel fans and media made too much out of the friction between him and RBA while here, I think some are making too big of a deal about fans booing or other reactions (even on this board) to him.

Like you said, it's the playoffs so let the hate flow.

This conversation came from me saying I understand why he would be disdainful towards the fans here. The rest is fine with me. I’m just not going to hate on the guy. He’s not nearly as unlikeable as a few of his teammates, and generally makes for a poor villain. I felt bad for the guy losing his would be kid. Ryjo is a douche. Ditto for Benning.

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

This conversation came from me saying I understand why he would be disdainful towards the fans here. The rest is fine with me. I’m just not going to hate on the guy. He’s not nearly as unlikeable as a few of his teammates, and generally makes for a poor villain. I felt bad for the guy losing his would be kid. Ryjo is a douche. Ditto for Benning.

I think we agree more than we disagree here.

 

[MrazeksVengeance]

I think we agree more than we disagree here.

WATCH OUT.

REMEMBER WHAT HAPPENED THE LAST TIME?

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

WATCH OUT.

REMEMBER WHAT HAPPENED THE LAST TIME?

I'm not scared.

 

[Navin R Slavin]

I can't wait for him to resign here as a free agent, lol

 

[Navin R Slavin]

I can't wait for him to resign here as a free agent, lol

If that ever happens, btw, just be aware that I'm gonna abuse my powers to rewrite history and gaslight the shit out of all y'all

 

[w e l o s t b o y s]

As much as I've said about Haula (and will gladly let that go), the player I dislike most in this series -- by far -- is Johansen. All the kid's toughness comes post-whistle, and about 3 out of every 4 of them come from behind. I am not a fan of post-whistle physicality for the most part...I'm sure this is hyperbole, but it feels like the most chicken-shit thing in hockey.

I really started to dislike him in their series with Anaheim a few years ago. Somehow he made it easier to cheer for Kesler than him

 

[Stickpucker]

WATCH OUT.

REMEMBER WHAT HAPPENED THE LAST TIME?

They had a child together?

 

[hurricure]

I feel bad Haula lost his kid. No one should endure that.

I don't feel bad Haula was traded as he was, precisely, a malconent prick. Or at least he came off with one. Name another canes player that came back to this arena in another sweater and started doing the troll ass antics he does. Let alone a Finn.

What’s his name we traded to Calgary when he mocked the post game storm surge... that guy...traded him with hanafin, for that Hamilton cat..that Calgary jerk what’s his name

 

[3CanesInTheBox]

some really awesome shots from the game: Click to see the larger photos. Really fantastic.

 

[spockBokk]

What’s his name we traded to Calgary when he mocked the post game storm surge... that guy...traded him with hanafin, for that Hamilton cat..that Calgary jerk what’s his name

I never had a problem with Lindholm doing what he did. If you’re going to do extracurricular stuff like the Surge after home wins, you’re likely going to have to deal with stuff like that when you lose at home.

I wish they had figured out a way to keep Lindholm and given up Hanifin+ for Hamilton. Lindholm was worth what he was asking for back then, and he’s proven since that he’s worth a heck of a lot more.

Oh well, it all worked out anyway. I hold no ill will against him for his mock-surge, and to be honest, I don’t really get the Haula-hate but whatever. I remember being at E Staal’s first game back in Raleigh after he signed in MIN and he was booed every time he touched the puck too…now that was a big WTF for me

 

[Surrounded By Ahos]

some really awesome shots from the game: Click to see the larger photos. Really fantastic.

1) I love these. Thank you for sharing!

2) Staal legit looks like he’s going to unhinge his jaw and swallow somebody whole snake style in that first pic.

 

[skipnjump]

Just curious how many of y'all really went to bed.

I did and didn't see the score until 5 am

 

[MrazeksVengeance]

They had a child together?

THE BOARD, SPECIFICALLY BBA WAS DRAGGED THROUGH TWITTER.

EDITED: IT WAS BLUELINE

 

[3CanesInTheBox]

Also, since I know there are people who really enjoy collecting / memorabilia etc on this board, wanted to post this link to #MinterMail, where Minter randomly selects people on twitter to send his game sheets, too.

Somewhat long shot to win, but hey, who knows:

 

[Boom Boom Apathy]

THE BOARD, SPECIFICALLY BBA WAS DRAGGED THROUGH TWITTER.

Nope. It was Blue Line Bomber dragged through Twitter, not me. I, luckily stayed out of that one.

 

[Porvari]

What a sweet moment for two boys from Oulu.

 

[MrazeksVengeance]

Nope. It was Blue Line Bomber dragged through Twitter, not me. I, luckily stayed out of that one.

MEA CULPA.