Mailing it in this week. Enjoy tonight's games.
Lineup Notables
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Montreal Canadiens
Philadelphia: Chris Pronger (concussion), Kimmo Timonen (blood clot) and Andrew MacDonald (lower body) are out. Ray Emery is in net.
Montreal: Michael Bournival (shoulder) is out. Carey Price is going to start.
Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Buffalo Sabres
Toronto: Joffrey Lupul (hand), David Booth (foot), and Brandon Kozun (high ankle sprain) are out. Carter Ashton is suspended. James Reimer is expected to start.
McDavid's: Matt Hackett (ACL) is out. Michal Neuvirth will start.
Winnipeg Jets vs. Nashville Predators
Winnipeg: Anthony Peluso (upper body) is out. Ondrej Pavelec is in net.
Nashville: Mike Fisher (achilles) and Viktor Stalberg (knee) are out. Pekka Rinne might start.
Ottawa Senators vs. Calgary Flames
Stay Strong Bryan Murray: Marc Methot (back) is out. Craig Anderson starts tonight.
Calgary: Mikael Backlund (abdomen), Joe Colborne (upper body), Matt Stajan (knee), Mason Raymond (upper body), Sam Bennett (shoulder), and Michael Ferland (concussion) are out. Karri Ramo is in net.
Saturday, November 15, 2014
Saturday, November 8, 2014
Saturday Night Hockey: Talking Goalies
The Un-retiring (for 1 Game)
Yes, with Frederik Andersen already injured and John Gibson injured during the warmup, the Anaheim Ducks were in need of a goalie in their game against Colorado on Sunday.
Enter Dwayne "I'm too old for this s***" Roloson.
Yes, Roloson filled in as the emergency backup as Jason LaBarbera was bumped up to starter. Now, it's not right to wish harm on anyone, but who didn't want to see LaBarbera stretch just a little to far so Roloson had to play.
David Leggio? More Like David Loophole
By now everyone has seen the smartest move a goalie can make on a multiple-on-0.
Three things:
1. It's a shame this hasn't happened in the NHL yet, just to see the immediate reaction on that scale.
2. Loved how Leggio called the penalty shot before the ref did.
3. I obviously applaud Leggio for the removing-the-net move. Stopping Dana Tyrell on the penalty shot though? tsk tsk.*
It is reported that the AHL might amend the rule to include a game misconduct for the goalie who tries this tactic. This actually brings up another question: what happens if both goalies do this? Can't eject both goalies. Now I want to see both goalies that teams dress for a game to do this. Dammit, why wasn't this rule in last week and Labarbera pull this stunt against Colorado? We could've seen Roloson play!
*I may have played hockey with him at one point, so rooting interest.
Brust Be Gone, Mark Takes Over Da Park
Bit of sad news out of my favourite non-NHL team: KHL Medvescak Zagreb. The Puck Daddy-described world most entertaining goalie, Barry Brust, has left the team. He is rumoured to be going across-conference to Yugra Khanty-Mansiysk.
In his two seasons in Zagreb, Brust appeared in 47 games and posted pretty good numbers: 2.10 GAA and a 93.1 SV% (his playoff numbers of 4.57 GAA and 0.877 SV% in two games are a different story). He was awarded Goalie of the Mouth in October 2013.
Brust's leaving comes on the heels of the Bears giving a tryout to Mark Owuya. So far, Owuya has not played for his Swedish club Lulea HF. Last year with the club, he played good in a backup role, posting a 1.91 GAA and 0.924 SV% in 13 games. Currently, Owuya has appeared once for the Bears, coming-in in relief and stopping 17 of the 18 shots he faced.
I gotta say, Zagreb loves to get entertaining goalie, both on and off the ice.
14 Minutes of Pissed Off Goalies
This is a year old, but it wouldn't be right to wrap up the goalie talk without this video.
Lineup Notables
Calgary Flames vs. Florida Panthers
Calgary: Mikael Backlund (abdomen), Matt Stajan (knee), Joe Colbourne (upper body), Mason Raymond (upper body), and Sam Bennett (shoulder) are out. Karri Ramo starts this afternoon.
The Luongo's: David Bolland (lower body) and Brandon Pirri (concussion) are out while Sean Bergenheim (lower body) is questionable. Al Montoya might start.
Minnesota Wild vs. Montreal Canadiens
Minnesota: Zach Parise (concussion), Matt Cooke (lower body) and Jared Spurgeon (shoulder) while Keith Ballard (flu) is probable. Darcy Kuemper will start.
Is it time to overreact? I feel it's the time to overreact: Michael Bournival (shoulder) is out. Carey Price starts.
Winnipeg Jets vs. Ottawa Senators
Atlanta Thrashers: The Jets are healthy. Ondrej Pavelec might be starting.
Ottawa Silver Sevens: Marc Methot (back) is out. Craig Anderson will be in net.
New York Rangers vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Tomas Kaberle?: Ryan McDonagh (shoulder) and Dan Boyle (hand) are out. Cam Talbot starts.
Toronto: Joffrey Lupul (hand), David Booth (foot), Daniel Winnik (upper body), and Brandon Kozun (high ankle sprain) are out. Carter Ashton is suspended. Jonathan Bernier is in net tonight.
Vancouver Canucks vs. Los Angeles Kings
The Not Luongo's: Tim Sestito (leg) is out while Radim Vrbata (lower body) and Zack Kassian (lower body) are questionable. Ryan Miller starts tonight
Los Angeles: Justin Williams (eye) and Robyn Regehr are questionable. Slava Voynov is suspended. Jonathan Quick is in net.
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| (Image via @msitkoffNHL) |
Yes, with Frederik Andersen already injured and John Gibson injured during the warmup, the Anaheim Ducks were in need of a goalie in their game against Colorado on Sunday.
Enter Dwayne "I'm too old for this s***" Roloson.
Yes, Roloson filled in as the emergency backup as Jason LaBarbera was bumped up to starter. Now, it's not right to wish harm on anyone, but who didn't want to see LaBarbera stretch just a little to far so Roloson had to play.
David Leggio? More Like David Loophole
By now everyone has seen the smartest move a goalie can make on a multiple-on-0.
Three things:
1. It's a shame this hasn't happened in the NHL yet, just to see the immediate reaction on that scale.
2. Loved how Leggio called the penalty shot before the ref did.
3. I obviously applaud Leggio for the removing-the-net move. Stopping Dana Tyrell on the penalty shot though? tsk tsk.*
It is reported that the AHL might amend the rule to include a game misconduct for the goalie who tries this tactic. This actually brings up another question: what happens if both goalies do this? Can't eject both goalies. Now I want to see both goalies that teams dress for a game to do this. Dammit, why wasn't this rule in last week and Labarbera pull this stunt against Colorado? We could've seen Roloson play!
*I may have played hockey with him at one point, so rooting interest.
Brust Be Gone, Mark Takes Over Da Park
Bit of sad news out of my favourite non-NHL team: KHL Medvescak Zagreb. The Puck Daddy-described world most entertaining goalie, Barry Brust, has left the team. He is rumoured to be going across-conference to Yugra Khanty-Mansiysk.
In his two seasons in Zagreb, Brust appeared in 47 games and posted pretty good numbers: 2.10 GAA and a 93.1 SV% (his playoff numbers of 4.57 GAA and 0.877 SV% in two games are a different story). He was awarded Goalie of the Mouth in October 2013.
Brust's leaving comes on the heels of the Bears giving a tryout to Mark Owuya. So far, Owuya has not played for his Swedish club Lulea HF. Last year with the club, he played good in a backup role, posting a 1.91 GAA and 0.924 SV% in 13 games. Currently, Owuya has appeared once for the Bears, coming-in in relief and stopping 17 of the 18 shots he faced.
I gotta say, Zagreb loves to get entertaining goalie, both on and off the ice.
14 Minutes of Pissed Off Goalies
This is a year old, but it wouldn't be right to wrap up the goalie talk without this video.
Calgary Flames vs. Florida Panthers
Calgary: Mikael Backlund (abdomen), Matt Stajan (knee), Joe Colbourne (upper body), Mason Raymond (upper body), and Sam Bennett (shoulder) are out. Karri Ramo starts this afternoon.
The Luongo's: David Bolland (lower body) and Brandon Pirri (concussion) are out while Sean Bergenheim (lower body) is questionable. Al Montoya might start.
Minnesota Wild vs. Montreal Canadiens
Minnesota: Zach Parise (concussion), Matt Cooke (lower body) and Jared Spurgeon (shoulder) while Keith Ballard (flu) is probable. Darcy Kuemper will start.
Is it time to overreact? I feel it's the time to overreact: Michael Bournival (shoulder) is out. Carey Price starts.
Winnipeg Jets vs. Ottawa Senators
Atlanta Thrashers: The Jets are healthy. Ondrej Pavelec might be starting.
Ottawa Silver Sevens: Marc Methot (back) is out. Craig Anderson will be in net.
New York Rangers vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Tomas Kaberle?: Ryan McDonagh (shoulder) and Dan Boyle (hand) are out. Cam Talbot starts.
Toronto: Joffrey Lupul (hand), David Booth (foot), Daniel Winnik (upper body), and Brandon Kozun (high ankle sprain) are out. Carter Ashton is suspended. Jonathan Bernier is in net tonight.
Vancouver Canucks vs. Los Angeles Kings
The Not Luongo's: Tim Sestito (leg) is out while Radim Vrbata (lower body) and Zack Kassian (lower body) are questionable. Ryan Miller starts tonight
Los Angeles: Justin Williams (eye) and Robyn Regehr are questionable. Slava Voynov is suspended. Jonathan Quick is in net.
Game Recap - Saint John Sea Dogs vs. Halifax Mooseheads
Saint John Sea Dogs vs. Halifax Mooseheads
Final Score
Saint John - 4
Halifax - 2
Goalscorers
Saint John: Adam Marsh, Justice Dundas (2), Nathan Noel
Halifax: Nikolaj Ehlers, Samuel Leblanc
Goalies
Saint John: Sebastien Auger (W)
Halifax: Zach Fucale (L)
Moosehead Player of the Game
I really don't know who. Maybe Samuel Leblanc? He did miss the third period but did score, was positive (+1) and was an assist away from a Gordie Howe Hat Trick.
Thing That Annoyed Me
A few things, but one thing in particular was the rotating of centers. Now, this was early on so it petered out later on, but it doesn't seem productive to have guys be center one shift and winger the next.
Game Notes
A 3-on-0 in 3 Pictures:
Final Score
Saint John - 4
Halifax - 2
Goalscorers
Saint John: Adam Marsh, Justice Dundas (2), Nathan Noel
Halifax: Nikolaj Ehlers, Samuel Leblanc
Goalies
Saint John: Sebastien Auger (W)
Halifax: Zach Fucale (L)
Moosehead Player of the Game
I really don't know who. Maybe Samuel Leblanc? He did miss the third period but did score, was positive (+1) and was an assist away from a Gordie Howe Hat Trick.
Thing That Annoyed Me
A few things, but one thing in particular was the rotating of centers. Now, this was early on so it petered out later on, but it doesn't seem productive to have guys be center one shift and winger the next.
Game Notes
- It was DND Appreciation Night. This year's jerseys were nice looking, although very similar-looking to Cape Breton's (the black and yellow combination makes it look that way).
- It was a real Jekyll and Hyde game for the Mooseheads. At times they looked like the Harlem Globetrotters, and others the Washington Generals.
- Great read by Meier on the first goal. In the slot, he slap-passed to Ehlers, who redirected it past Auger.
- The set up to the Leblanc goal was a bit fluky. Bent tried to dump it in but the puck either hit a stanchion or bounced off a Sea Dog player and right to a streaking Leblanc.
- Scary incident in the first, as Marsh and Hardie crossed paths after a whistle, with Marsh ending up on the ice for a few minutes. He was clearly shaken up, but did come back soon after.
- I found something the Sea Dogs did intriguing (even if it was completely by accident). Set up for an O-zone faceoff, the right winger was angled behind center with the defenseman behind him. Sea Dogs won the faceoff to the winger, he whiffs on the shot so the puck trickles past him, and the defenseman takes the shot instead. It did look like the puck jumped past the winger, but if it was a set-play then kudos to them.
- After a few back-and-forths to start the second, Halifax ended up being pinned in their own zone for minutes at a time.
- With a pair of goals in the second, you could say the Dundas really delivered *puts on sunglasses* Justice...YEAHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!
- Had a few fights near the end of the period, as Bent and Leblanc received game misconducts to go along with the fighting major (Bent for staged fight, Leblanc for second fight in that altercation).
- Things didn't get better for the Mooseheads in the third, as Ehlers was penalized, choked out, and ejected from the game in just over a minute. For the record: he was given a misconduct for getting after the ref, which along with his original penalty, was enough minutes to cover the rest of the game.
- Auger did his best Mike Smith impression, leading to a penalty for Meier. Saint John scored just seconds into that powerplay.
A 3-on-0 in 3 Pictures:
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| Gadoury get the pass from Fortier |
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| He fakes and passes to Hardie |
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| HARDIE ROOFS IT...OVER THE NET!!! |
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| Sadly, there were a few of these |
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| This is just after Van Boekel (#7 on the left) put a sleeper hold on Ehlers (sitting on ice) |
Sunday, November 2, 2014
Game Recap - Moncton Wildcats vs. Halifax Mooseheads
Moncton Wildcats vs. Halifax Mooseheads
Final Score
Moncton - 2
Halifax - 3
Goalscorers
Moncton: Jacob Sweeney, Stephen Johnson
Halifax: Danny Moynihan, Philippe Gadoury (2)
Goalies
Moncton: Alex Dubeau (L)
Halifax: Zach Fucale (W)
Moosehead Player of the Game
Philippe Gadoury. 2 goals will get a guy in this spot.
Thing That Annoyed Me
It's official, the once-known elbowing penalty is now extinct. Gadoury's penalty in the third period was call charging. He lifted his elbow to attempt a reverse-check, and it was called charging. I'm not disputing that there wasn't a penalty. As stated, the Moncton player was rushing hard to finish a check on Gadoury and he raised his elbow pretty high in anticipation for the hit, but CHARGING?!?! If anything Gadoury did the opposite of a charge. I could understand calling it roughing instead...BUT CHARGING?!?!
Game Notes
Final Score
Moncton - 2
Halifax - 3
Goalscorers
Moncton: Jacob Sweeney, Stephen Johnson
Halifax: Danny Moynihan, Philippe Gadoury (2)
Goalies
Moncton: Alex Dubeau (L)
Halifax: Zach Fucale (W)
Moosehead Player of the Game
Philippe Gadoury. 2 goals will get a guy in this spot.
Thing That Annoyed Me
It's official, the once-known elbowing penalty is now extinct. Gadoury's penalty in the third period was call charging. He lifted his elbow to attempt a reverse-check, and it was called charging. I'm not disputing that there wasn't a penalty. As stated, the Moncton player was rushing hard to finish a check on Gadoury and he raised his elbow pretty high in anticipation for the hit, but CHARGING?!?! If anything Gadoury did the opposite of a charge. I could understand calling it roughing instead...BUT CHARGING?!?!
Game Notes
- Gotta hand it to Dubeau, he kept Moncton in the game.
- I can see why the Oilers wanted to sign Vladimir Tkachev. He did show flashes during the game. One thing he did a little to often though was trying to take on too many players at once. He would usually beat the first and/or second guy, but was stopped immediately after.
- Garland Watch: He played a pretty good game. Set up multiple plays but only got one assist. He was also a pest at times.
- Fucale played a good game as well, stopping 23 of 25 shots (both goals by Moncton were on the powerplay).
- Vuic had a shift were he just wanted to hit everything. Sadly, it ended with a checking to the head penalty. He's been back for a few games but it seems like his off-ice activities are still affecting him. The flashes he showed early in the season isn't there.
- I'll give Lussier a break as it was his first game bad from injury. He was ok but did make a few questionable decisions. He should be fine after another game or two.
- Per usual, Ehlers and Gadoury lead the way in zone entries. One thing that has stood out for me so far is Murphy getting carry-ins. It's nice to know that there is a defenseman who can create offense like that.
- As usual, things got rough during the game. It was a bit of a surprise though that most of the scrums happened later on in the game
Saturday, November 1, 2014
Saturday Night Hockey: Bad Bills Of Health
Gordie Howe Suffered a Stroke
Sad news over the weekend as the legendary Gordie Howe suffered a stroke on Sunday. On Wednesday, the family issued a statement saying that his condition is improving.
It's always sad when someone suffers a stroke. When it happens to a legend of the game it is heartbreaking. Mr. Howe has done basically everything you could do at the highest level of hockey. From breaking scoring records, to his longevity, jumping from one league to the other, playing with his sons, and having his own hat trick. This man has definitely deserved the moniker of Mr. Hockey. We hope you have a speedy recovery Mr. Howe.
Maatta Thyroid Surgery
Olli Maatta will be out for a while, as he's going to have thyroid surgery to remove a tumour. The tumour, which was deemed potentially cancerous, was discovered in the preseason. The surgery is expected to keep him out for a month. We wish Olli a successful surgery and a speedy recovery.
On a Lighter Note...
Marian Hossa got his 1000th NHL point! The 1000th point came on a goal against his former team, the Ottawa Senators.
On twitter, Jen LC (@RegressedPDO) posed the question what is your favourite Hossa moment? While there are a few, the one which tops my list might be more myth than true because
1. I looked through what game events sheets I could and did not find said event (blocked shot) and;
2. I could not find video of it
3. I'm basing this all on memory, so the player might no have been Hossa
Here it goes: There was a Senators vs. Flames game (sometime between 1999 and 2003) where the Sens goalie was either down or pulled (net was basically empty) and Hossa made a glove save to stop a goal. Again, this is all based on memory, so I might have gotten the Sens player wrong, but I'm pretty sure it was Hossa.
Lineup Notables
Ottawa Senators vs. Boston Bruins
Ottawa: Marc Methot (back) is out while Mark Borowiecki is questionable. Craig Anderson might be in net.
Boston: Marc Savard (concussion), Zdeno Chara (knee), Kevan Miller (upper body) and Torey Krug (finger) are out. Tuukka Rask starts.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Chicago: Dan Carcillo (knee) is out. Corey Crawford might start.
Toronto: David Booth (foot) and Brandon Kozun (high ankle sprain) are out while Joffrey Lupul (hand) is questionable. James Reimer is expected to start.
Winnipeg Jets vs. New York Rangers
Winnipeg: Anthony Peluso (upper body) is out. Ondrej Pavelec might start.
New York R: Derek Stepan (fractured fibula) and Dan Boyle (hand) are out. John Moore is suspended. Henrik Lundqvist is in net.
Vancouver Canucks vs. Edmonton Oilers
Vancouver: The Canucks are healthy. Alexandre Burrows is suspended. Ryan Miller will start tonight.
Edmonton: Nikita Nikitin (back) is questionable. Ben Scrivens is in net.
Sad news over the weekend as the legendary Gordie Howe suffered a stroke on Sunday. On Wednesday, the family issued a statement saying that his condition is improving.
It's always sad when someone suffers a stroke. When it happens to a legend of the game it is heartbreaking. Mr. Howe has done basically everything you could do at the highest level of hockey. From breaking scoring records, to his longevity, jumping from one league to the other, playing with his sons, and having his own hat trick. This man has definitely deserved the moniker of Mr. Hockey. We hope you have a speedy recovery Mr. Howe.
Maatta Thyroid Surgery
Olli Maatta will be out for a while, as he's going to have thyroid surgery to remove a tumour. The tumour, which was deemed potentially cancerous, was discovered in the preseason. The surgery is expected to keep him out for a month. We wish Olli a successful surgery and a speedy recovery.
On a Lighter Note...
Marian Hossa got his 1000th NHL point! The 1000th point came on a goal against his former team, the Ottawa Senators.
On twitter, Jen LC (@RegressedPDO) posed the question what is your favourite Hossa moment? While there are a few, the one which tops my list might be more myth than true because
1. I looked through what game events sheets I could and did not find said event (blocked shot) and;
2. I could not find video of it
3. I'm basing this all on memory, so the player might no have been Hossa
Here it goes: There was a Senators vs. Flames game (sometime between 1999 and 2003) where the Sens goalie was either down or pulled (net was basically empty) and Hossa made a glove save to stop a goal. Again, this is all based on memory, so I might have gotten the Sens player wrong, but I'm pretty sure it was Hossa.
Lineup Notables
Ottawa Senators vs. Boston Bruins
Ottawa: Marc Methot (back) is out while Mark Borowiecki is questionable. Craig Anderson might be in net.
Boston: Marc Savard (concussion), Zdeno Chara (knee), Kevan Miller (upper body) and Torey Krug (finger) are out. Tuukka Rask starts.
Chicago Blackhawks vs. Toronto Maple Leafs
Chicago: Dan Carcillo (knee) is out. Corey Crawford might start.
Toronto: David Booth (foot) and Brandon Kozun (high ankle sprain) are out while Joffrey Lupul (hand) is questionable. James Reimer is expected to start.
Winnipeg Jets vs. New York Rangers
Winnipeg: Anthony Peluso (upper body) is out. Ondrej Pavelec might start.
New York R: Derek Stepan (fractured fibula) and Dan Boyle (hand) are out. John Moore is suspended. Henrik Lundqvist is in net.
Vancouver Canucks vs. Edmonton Oilers
Vancouver: The Canucks are healthy. Alexandre Burrows is suspended. Ryan Miller will start tonight.
Edmonton: Nikita Nikitin (back) is questionable. Ben Scrivens is in net.
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