Ducks Gameday -- First Officially Meaningless Postlockout Game
by Earl Sleek on Apr 8, 2010 8:10 AM PDT
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PrintAnaheim Ducks (whatever) at Dallas Stars (whatever), 5:30 pm
Anaheim Calling or Defending Big D -- there's always a choice, brutha.
Over the past ten playoffs, dating back to 1999, the Dallas Stars and the Anaheim (sometimes Mighty) Ducks have enjoyed similar playoff resumes -- each franchise has won its first Stanley Cup, plus has managed to be eliminated in each round -- they've paid their postseason dues. But now it's time for these teams to face the reaper -- the Ducks and Stars are the only Pacific Division teams that won't participate in this year's playoffs.
Don't worry -- I'm sure Perry and Ott can anchor a superdouche line at the Worlds or something.
Holy youth movement, Batman! No Ryan Getzlaf, no Teemu Selanne, no Saku Koivu, no Scott Niedermayer, no Lubomir Visnovsky, and no Todd Marchant (and what the heck, no Joffrey Lupul either) for today's game in Dallas or tomorrow's game in St. Louis. It's a kid's road trip -- break out the Big League Chew! Unfortunately, there's no Earl Sleek either; real life will prevent me from watching/commenting on either game, but have fun -- go DVR!
Now it does strike me as sort of odd that if there are really three games remaining in the Anaheim careers of the supertrio of Niedermayer, Selanne, and Koivu, why would they sit for two of them? Unless, of course, if they're attending some secret meeting about keeping the band together for one more year. I'm willing to hear conspiracy theories in the comments -- who do you think returns next fall?
Prediction: Corey Perry gets assigned the temporary captaincy and the universe explodes. Nice knowing y'all.
Go Ducks.
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non capisco… koivu’s not that old, he shouldn’t need rest :/
Мы в любовь играли,
И как кровь из вены капает слеза.
Yeah, and being a pending UFA that’s been tearing it up lately, I’m confused why he’d really want it — more stats should mean more dollars, if he cares about that.
It feels like they are trying to butter him up for an extension, but I’m really just hope-guessing.
http://www.battleofcali.com/
i believe he stays in anaheim if given decent deal :) california is like a heaven for people used to 6 month winter and cold summer… ;)
but yes, very weird
Мы в любовь играли,
И как кровь из вены капает слеза.
i believe he stays in anaheim if given decent deal :) california is like a heaven for people used to 6 month winter and cold summer… ;)
im hoping your right…
2009-2010 Anaheim Ducks.."Hey at least its not crack!!"
by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 8:28 AM PDT up reply actions
Corey Perry gets assigned the temporary captaincy and the universe explodes
yea im trying to think who else could possibly wear it?
wont be bobby …has to be perry…it would be cool if it was the stache though…does the stache get an A lol?
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 8:26 AM PDT reply actions
I have no idea — I guess I could see an outside shot of Captain Wisniewski, but coming off a suspension that feels too weird.
Aaron Ward and Jason Blake might be the only guys north of 30 — they might get letters just for that.
http://www.battleofcali.com/
captian perry..that has a nice ring to it……….i think blake and bobby get an A’s
blake and bobby: Ahoy so what are our orders El capiton Perry
El capiton Perry: set a course for ye goaltending scurvy..and hit him so hard ye barnacles shake off
blake and bobby: Aye-Aye Cap’n
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 8:36 AM PDT up reply actions 5 recs
i probally didnt use the ye’s right..but u get the point
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 8:38 AM PDT up reply actions
i probally didnt use the ye’s right..but u get the point
Nah, I laughed out loud at this, it was good shit. Reced.
its gonna be hilarous seeing him with the C….maybe gorilla head though thinks its too out there and just gives those 3’s A’s with no one with the C….
2009-2010 Anaheim Ducks.."Hey at least its not crack!!"
by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 8:57 AM PDT up reply actions
Carlyle should stitch a C on his own sports coat tonight — that’d be funny.
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im shocked he didnt stay home let farrish run the squad…shit why not?…Im sure hes got some italian plumbers to thwart somewhere
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 9:02 AM PDT up reply actions
to accentuate my point and to praise sleeks creativity
2009-2010 Anaheim Ducks.."Hey at least its not crack!!"
by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 9:14 AM PDT up reply actions
2009-2010 Anaheim Ducks.."Hey at least its not crack!!"
by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 9:14 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
Lets give it to Eminger. He’s totally undeserving, but fuck, that will make his night. He will be talking about that for years to come. We’re not in the playoffs, why not?
if RC does that murray better fire RC on the spot….
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 9:11 AM PDT up reply actions
if RC does that murray better fire RC on the spot….
Awwww, but it would be so cute seeing him parade around with his chest puffed out and a big smile on his face.
Plus it might really confuse the Dallas Stars — they might get tricked into covering his “shot” from the point.
http://www.battleofcali.com/
rc should be fired on the basis that anyone was allowed to set up eminger for a one time shot
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 9:21 AM PDT up reply actions
I think Captain Parros has a much nicer ring to it. Although he’s probably more of an Admiral or Brigadier General than Captain…
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by DodgerBlueBalls on Apr 8, 2010 10:42 AM PDT up reply actions
Brigadier General than Captain
awesome
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 10:51 AM PDT up reply actions
Nice
Little shout out to the Sabres fans out there. I like it. Thanks Earl. Also, fuck Brett Hull.
by I.C. Wiener on Apr 8, 2010 8:31 AM PDT reply actions 5 recs
That’s an easy way to earn a Rec. :)
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by Earl Sleek on Apr 8, 2010 8:34 AM PDT up reply actions 4 recs
youve upped the Rec’s…slick mr sleek
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 8:37 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
nevermind..doh!
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 8:38 AM PDT up reply actions
Possible if miller plays well..ill be rooting for them for sure…fuck that hyped up caps pens bullshit
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 8:50 AM PDT up reply actions
For sure. I think the Caps are the new Sharks. They’ll be out before the conference finals.
Miller will step up his game, no doubt. I just hope the rest of the team follows suit.
For sure. I think the Caps are the new Sharks
one can only hope..i was hoping that for the pens..but they fucked up that dream last year
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 8:58 AM PDT up reply actions
Unfortunately, the Pens are the real deal. No matter where they finish the regular season, I think they’ll make noise every year in the playoffs, for at least the next 3-4 years. Which sucks because I’m sick of Crosby’s face.
by I.C. Wiener on Apr 8, 2010 9:04 AM PDT up reply actions 6 recs
Which sucks because I’m sick of Crosby’s face.
i wonder if this will get rec’d 10 times
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 9:05 AM PDT up reply actions
Hate to be one of those Crosby haters, but I really dislike Crosby. Great hockey player, I’m not questioning that. I just think he’s a big bag of douche.
dont forget to rec it…and agreed…big bag of douche
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 9:11 AM PDT up reply actions
I actually have nothing against the guy. Say what you will, he’s a phenomenal hockey player…I’m just sick the NHL pimping him like he and OV are the only two godamn players in the league. Enough is enough, we get it.
by I.C. Wiener on Apr 8, 2010 9:26 AM PDT up reply actions 1 recs
I’m with you there … have no issue with him, have issue with his face being everywhere as if he’s god’s gift to hockey. There are many other talented players out there that deserve recognition as well.
Ever get the feeling we are on a collision course with reality?
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by ang6666 on Apr 8, 2010 9:31 AM PDT up reply actions
True enough. Every team has players that deserve this kind of recognition. Stamko’s comes to mind as does Ryan Miller and Matt D-something something for Colorado.
My point is that every team has a hero, well not Edmonton but everyone else. Even the leafs do….
That said I get why they do it…Its you know a financially wise move to go seeing as they get mad viewers when they play each other but fuck is it annoying.
If only he was consistant than yeah…But he was about as good as Thomas Vanek as far as overpayed slow forwards go…
well take him back…but not at that price
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 10:24 AM PDT up reply actions
Yeah Vanek’s contract is a serious anchor, but at least he’s actually hit 40 goals a couple of times. It helps ease the pain.
Yeah, big thanks to Lowe on that one. And also, what a genius, going after Penner instead of Getzlaf or Perry. Maybe he knew you can’t ever separate the two.
Well, I think Perry and Getzlaf came up a year later, and Getzlaf was inked way early, Perry signed his contract at like 9:01 on July 1st.
Plus I don’t know if K-Lowe had authority to make that move again.
http://www.battleofcali.com/
still pissed at that one…with there chemistry…maybe we win another cup…who knows…the 3 towers..they were great to watch
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 10:40 AM PDT up reply actions
Yeah his only competition is Jimmy Howard. Who I think should earn it for not his stellar play..But for trying to kick the shit out of Crosby…That was just plain awsome.
Doughty was pretty good, but he really stepped up this year.
27 pts, -17, 56 PIMs vs. 47 pts, +14, 30 PIMs
Doughty is the man, I’m not gonna argue that, but Myers’ rookie numbers are a lot better, with arguably less top end talent at forward.
Yeah though Doughty is probably better in Defense, its tough to tell cause the sabres have really good Team D, and that was like that before Myers got there, and with L00ds giving up the puck at least 3 times a game.
Yeah, that is tough to quantify. And since my name’s not Earl Sleek, I will not be running any stats on the subject.
And we all know that preventing goals doesn’t win you any awards…unless you’re a goalie, of course.
Yeah, that is tough to quantify. And since my name’s not Earl Sleek, I will not be running any stats on the subject.
hehe
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 11:10 AM PDT up reply actions
Well the Norris in some cases. and maybe the conn smythe depending on how good and Defensive Dman you are.
Ha. Yeah right. The Norris? I don’t remember the last time a strictly defensive d-man ever won it. Sure the winners are also good at preventing goals, but they’re rewarded more for their offensive numbers.
Except Doughty’s team sucked, had bad goaltending, and he was the number one defenseman as a rookie. I’m not saying Myers doesn’t deserve it, I just wish Doughty would have been noticed last year for doing mostly the same thing.
Back spasms got infected. He’ll be available for the second round of the playoffs or something (or rather, that’s when we’ll get news of a different setback).
http://www.battleofcali.com/
was weak at the time of his injury he was starting to really make some noise….arrggg….or earlisque: meh
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 8:55 AM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, I’m still excited for Lupul — he only played 23 games this season, and never got on a good power play unit, but he did pot 10 even strength goals.
Perry’s played every game and he’s got 20.
http://www.battleofcali.com/
yea..lupul and blake i think will work out…just gotta shore up that D…uggg…easier said than done
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 9:01 AM PDT up reply actions
Yeah, I’m still excited for Lupul — he only played 23 games this season, and never got on a good power play unit, but he did pot 10 even strength goals.
Perry’s played every game and he’s got 20.
Well Jesus, when you put it that way, I’m excited for Lupul now too.
you should work on political campaigns…youd be great…make lots of money
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 9:19 AM PDT up reply actions
After his back surgery, his back got infected, then he got blood poisoning from the infection or some shit and got really sick. Now he just amuses me on Twitter. About 2 months ago he said that he was just starting to see improvement.
hehe ..yup that looks like the whole team right there…I assume blake is the really white one lol
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 9:10 AM PDT up reply actions
See what happens when your boss is out of town for a week? You show up late to work and miss Perry the Pirate (HILARIOUS SPADE!)!
Anyway, I’m guessing Koivu returns. I think he likes flip flops, shorts, and going to dinner without being mobbed. Plus, it would make me happy.
I think Scotty’s done…Selanne is a push, but I think this might be it for him too.
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BTW, I did run some numbers that I should have included in today’s post.
Teemu Selanne, last dozen games: 7g, 9a, 16 pts, +11, 18:28 ATOI
Saku Koivu, last dozen games: 7 g, 9 a, 16 pts, +8, 19:17 ATOI
Scott Niedermayer, last dozen games: 2 g, 7a, 9 pts, +7, 27:38 ATOI
Nobody needs to retire here — nobody.
And it’s really cute that Selanne and Koivu have the same points total, except Teemu is a +11 (Koivu’s number) and Saku is a +8 (Teemu’s number). Awww.
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i’m even more confused about not playing them… okay, the games don’t really matter but i’d think it would be nicer to end the season with style
/dear saku, please play at the worlds…
Мы в любовь играли,
И как кровь из вены капает слеза.
maybe it’s to give them time to think? maybe “miss” it a little? who knows. RC is a fucktard.
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Whoa — I missed this story of Slovenian coach-beating, which is one hundred ways sketchy.
Still, look out, Terry Murray.
http://www.battleofcali.com/
I just read that like 20 minutes ago. I giggled when I read that they beat him with wooden street signs.
Also, the comments on that post are pretty awesome, too.
Also, coach Posma (and his BFF) Todd Elik have serious drinking problems. As in, banned from many bars/clubs and a casino, indecent exposure, peeing in a salad bar, drinking problems.
Peeing in a salad bar?! Spade, you’re not the only one! :)
http://www.battleofcali.com/
BTW, this isn’t the first time Todd Elik has appeared on this blog — it’s the second. If you recall, we had a guy Markus who wrote us some Todd Elik stories from Switzerland a few years back. Good times.
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i was adding flavor to the italian dressing
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 11:25 AM PDT up reply actions
This is why I never ever eat at buffet. People sneeze, people pee in there. I would prefer that all that stuff happen in the kitchen where I can’t see it.
Let's go Ducks.
oh yea…i worked fast food…you gimmie attitude..you get a patty from off the floor….what no pickles?…u get pickle juice…anytime u eat out your rolling the dice…just pray and get all your shots….
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 1:23 PM PDT up reply actions
Where you can see it?
I just prefer that no one pees in my food…ever!
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I assume y’all saw this article: Former Duck Pronger criticized anonymously So basically all of the Flyers problems are Prongers fault. Discuss.
Let's go Ducks.
Whatever — looks like the Flyers are the one franchise that Pronger has played for that will make the playoffs.
Carolina (HFD), St. Louis, Edmonton, Anaheim — nope, nope, nope, nope.
http://www.battleofcali.com/
Yeah it would be a lot easier to believe Pronger was the problem if he hasn’t been a winner everywhere else.
I find it funny not cause it is Pronger or Flyers but that it is done anonymously. Guys be a man and tell someone they suck to their face.
(Obviously I am easily amused)
Let's go Ducks.
Yeah, and it’s not like Pronger won’t elbow people one-by-one until somebody fesses up.
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And he (obviously) had problems at the duckies or they wouldnt have made him captain. Or else he had pictures.
Let's go Ducks.
i got pictures on earl…just havent figured out what to blackmail him for..he doesnt have a job…so money is out of the question…maybe more row b seats
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by SPADE-IN-VICTORHELL on Apr 8, 2010 1:21 PM PDT up reply actions
Well, the only new name I see so far is #47, Rob Bordson, a center. Hope he’s not the only one trying to replace so many absentees.
http://www.battleofcali.com/
I’m sure the Ducklings will take a shot on goal eventually. So far there’s not much to be taken from this “youth movement” except scrambling.
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And pretty much every minute of this game so far has been as awful as October. Yay.
Good thing I have to leave after one period, I guess.
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You’re still in a better spot than Hiller is today. He must have pissed somebody off in the front office.
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I’ve been spending too much time trying to figure out the lines and who’s doing what/wearing what…i’ve barely noticed the crappy play
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Exactly, plus Stars making one pass and finding a guy with a clean path to the net. Usually it takes two passes!
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It’s actually really entertaining. I mean…this game means shit, it’s almost enjoyable to just have the Sleek “meh” attitude!
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I’m not saying “meh” today.
We have three games left to watch Teemumayer, and instead they’re feeding us two of those games with this crap? Fucking awful.
http://www.battleofcali.com/
Do you really think Teemumayer would let Randy take them out of 2 of their final 3 games of their career? Fuck no. They have Murph and Randy by the balls. They’re coming back. Quote me on that
no, i don’t think so…if you give Bobby the night off, then why not Perry and why not…it just becomes a big cycle.
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Oh I know they will re-sign Bobby, just applying some circular logic which means the sky is now purple and dogs are cats. Perry doesn’t get the night off cause he is a gamer (dang what does that mean, or maybe we got it defined cause he is playing in a game we are outof). Wiz just had a vacation. Parros is needed cause Ott is playing.
Let's go Ducks.
Yeah, my theory too — still, today’s a day where the sole point seems to be proving that Anaheim will never ever run out of fourth-liners. Hooray, cupboard!
But I suppose I should look at the bright side — I can’t really remember the last time Anaheim televised a preseason game.
OK, now I’m really out of here.
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if he did, that’s a good thing! 40+ would have raised his re-sign price!!!
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Good point. I just hope he doesn’t become another Getzlaf.
Mrs. Getz: Come on Ryan, it’s time to play the Thrashers..
Getz: I don’t wanna {pouts like a 4 year old}
Mrs. Getz: Ok, how ‘bout the sharks?
Getz: Let’s fuckin’ roll bitch! I gotta introduce Thornton to my fists
I think he pouted about having to play just about everyone this season.
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okay, I teared up when the guy was crying on the bench…but i’m all for this to be overturned!
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SHOTS WERE 51 – 19?!!
Holy fuck, sorry about that, Hiller. Maybe youth will pay off tomorrow (nope).
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Best part about that shot differential? That Marty Turco got third star of the game for his 17 saves.
Sure, forget all about the guy who had 49. :)
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Defending Big D’s comments said something about Hiller not deserving it because our local media snubs other teams and this is therefore payback. Whatever.
Brings to mind that time Niedermayer did the post-game interview as the 2nd Star because they awarded the 1st star to someone on the away team which lost.
I'm here! I know, I brighten the room. Everything's better.
I wouldn’t really have minded had they given all three stars to Mike Modano, a la the Gretzky-final-game shit.
But Turco? That’s just awful. Somebody will actually have to point to an instance where we’ve recognized a 17-save performance over a 49-save performance. And then tell me how that becomes Hiller’s fault.
http://www.battleofcali.com/
I really never thought that Turco was anything special. Unless the other team forgets how to properly dump the puck and can’t penetrate the offensive zone. I can think of at 5 three people off the top of my head that deserved that star more then he did. Shit, Wild Wing deserved a third star more then Turco in that game. O well, if that is Modano’s last game, that’s a hell of a way to leave.
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