Post-Game Talk: Penguins @ Rangers: MDSF Game 1

[FLYLine27*]

Let the Pens keep playing dirty and stupid, Rangers are the more experienced team and are not getting baited into it.

I dont mind having 6 power plays a game.

 

[ReggieDunlop68]

Miller was all over the ice, creating chances and hitting everything. He was far and away the most noticeable player in the top 6. You can't go just based on the stat sheet.

I **** on Miller for what I perceived, and was insinuated, that he had a maturity issue.

Over the last 10 games he was showing more poise than random flashes, and last night he was a huge physical factor.

If he didn't panic after he undressed the Pens D, he would've had a goal too.

The kids got talent and an excellent frame. I'm really happy he finally wanted to not just be in the pros, but now want TO BE a pro.

 

[ReggieDunlop68]

Highly doubt it, he was trying to chip the puck in deep and it just hit Girardi in the wrong spot.

Bro...

Closing your fist on a puck in the crease in a one goal lead game in an open net when you are a defenseman is not a penalty.

 

[Captain Lindy]

No way man!

The NHL, hence NBC, is a huge homer for Crosby.

I know fans take the parts they want to hear, but in this case, there is a definite marketing bias.

The few times I heard Pierre (looking at the video of the game), all he did was give advice to the Penguins. It was as if the Rangers weren't part of the game at all.

 

[haveandare]

Ever since Yandle got here, he's been the biggest celebrator of any goal scored. Love it!

He reminds me of that line from, I think Old School.

"...I'm just living the dream."

 

[Machinehead]

It looks like McDonagh just hit a ****ing switch last night. Which would mean we put up 113 points without McDonagh trying.

 

[TheDirtyH]

He's like a prisoner on death row that was exonerated by DNA tests 10 years later.

And given tons of money in reparations.

 

[TheDirtyH]

It looks like McDonagh just hit a ****ing switch last night. Which would mean we put up 113 points without McDonagh trying.

I think he and Nash switched bodies for a while. Real question is, can we win a cup without Nash trying?

 

[Ori]

It looks like McDonagh just hit a ****ing switch last night. Which would mean we put up 113 points without McDonagh trying.

yeah, I mentioned it earlier; I'm happy that Ryan Mc. had that PP goal last night - a massive boost for his confidence also in the captain role.

 

[Ori]

I think he and Nash switched bodies for a while. Real question is, can we win a cup without Nash trying?

He will score eventually - maybe in the cup final.

 

[Roo Returns]

Downie being an idiot and taking penalties takes Crosby and Malkin off the ice. It's a win.

If they have a big lead and it's late in the game, then is the time to fight back.

 

[Wolfy*]

Pens tactics didn't work, you don't play a goon in the playoffs.

Downie only hurts the team, and while he spent time in the penalty box, Cindy was sitting on the bench most of the game shaking his head

 

[Vinny DeAngelo]

He will score eventually - maybe in the cup final.

I was honestly expecting a empty netter from Nash

 

[Ori]

Pens tactics didn't work, you don't play a goon in the playoffs.

Downie only hurts the team, and while he spent time in the penalty box, Cindy was sitting on the bench most of the game shaking his head

I think their coach said 2 - possible 3 unecessary penalties last game.
It won't be that easy tomorrow, but I think Rangers will step up their game
for sure.

 

[Brock Sampson]

I don't know if this has been discussed... but that dirt bag Kunitz, sure looked like he was aiming for Girardi's face on that shot. Am I seeing things or did anyone else think that's what happened?

looked like the puck deflected off of girardi's stick

 

[broadwayblue]

looked like the puck deflected off of girardi's stick

Yeah, that's what I thought too. Very unlikely it was an intentional play. I would say highly improbable.

 

[Sirius Vivace]

Girardi stated in today's interview that he thinks the puck deflected off his own stick. He called it a freak play. End of story.

 

[darko]

McD and Yandle got PUMPED for McD's goal too. Love it.

Yandle more so than McD.

 

[Hunter Gathers]

Okay.



I bet you didn't even realize I said nothing at all of advanced stats regarding Staal's performance.

Do you really think Staal didn't play a great game last night?

 

[darko]

No, you let that moron take undisciplined penalties. Fighting a guy because of that is just playing into Downies hands. Why bother?

Besides that it's the playoffs, there's hardly any fighting. Get retribution by scoring on the ensuing power play.

Agree. Hurt them where it counts the most.

 

[darko]

Staal had a solid game. I swear he elevates his game when he plays Malkin/Crosby/OV.

We've made a habit of shutting down top heavy teams.

 

[KingP]

Brassard on Kay show at 545

 

[GordonGecko]

Just caught Pierre on TSN in Montreal. He was knocking the Penguins for selfish play and poor execution. For a second I was thinking ok maybe he's not such a Pittsburgh homer after all, then I realized his entire commentary was 100% about the Penguins and said nothing about the Rangers play

 

[ReggieDunlop68]

It looks like McDonagh just hit a ****ing switch last night. Which would mean we put up 113 points without McDonagh trying.

Too bad for the Fenguins that McDonagh is bringing his A game along with this 113 point team.

The Rangers were easy on the Penguins last night. I still think this series goes 5 games after splitting in Pittsburg, but I bet the Rangers bring an entirely different game tomorrow after Thursday's "smelling salts."

 

[ReggieDunlop68]

I think he and Nash switched bodies for a while. Real question is, can we win a cup without Nash trying?

Nope.

He better take some Vitamin C.