Calgary Flames MEGA THREAD 2013-2014 Edition

[D'z Nutz]

Since nobody's starting the new thread, I'll go again....

Fuck this team is looking so sad now, and we weren't even a good team for years :cry:

[spikerS]

Wait for Monday man, Wait for Monday!

That is the day I decide if I cry or not.

[JLau]

Apparently Flames are trying hard to get Seguin

[D'z Nutz]

Source?

[tobypaddock]

Originally posted by JLau
Apparently Flames are trying hard to get Seguin

i havent seen anywhere that we are trying hard for him, im sure there is interest though

[max_boost]

I wish that big white guy customer of mine still came here to eat. He had all kinds of supposedly inside sources on the Flames and who they were going after. Maybe the Seguin one came from him and JLau knows him too especially if there was no source lol

[D'z Nutz]

We got Monahan!

[A2VR6]

Happy we got Monahan! I was worried someone was going to trade for the #5 pick and steal him from us.

[AaronK]

Glad about Monahan but who the hell is this Emile guy... Why not take Hunter... Stupid Flames.

[ZEDGE]

Originally posted by AaronK
Glad about Monahan but who the hell is this Emile guy... Why not take Hunter... Stupid Flames.

Thats a head scratcher.

[vengie]

Confused about not taking shinkaruk as well... Glad we got monahan though!

[tobypaddock]

lots of teams passed on shinkaruk, maybe theres a reason for it. and we already have enough small forwards. Emile is fast as F and is apparently a non-stop competitor and a "heart and soul" guy, I like it, I think MTL wouldve picked him at 25 if we hadnt.

aaannd he's Lecavalier's nephew, maybe he will want to come here and mentor him?:dunno:


Im actually really excited about Emile

[D'z Nutz]

Originally posted by tobypaddock
aaannd he's Lecavalier's nephew, maybe he will want to come here and mentor him?:dunno:

Where did you hear that? I can't find anything that backs that up.

[The_Rural_Juror]

Poirier's highlight reel is quite fun to watch. At first I was like "quoi???" then I was like :hitit:

[ZEDGE]

Holy shit yes.

pIBLICwkIQk

[D'z Nutz]

Holy shit that kid is fast and he's got a nice set of hands. Hopefully it translates well into the big league.

[tobypaddock]

Originally posted by D'z Nutz


Where did you hear that? I can't find anything that backs that up.

scott snowden on twitter, could be total BS though.

[D'z Nutz]

Originally posted by tobypaddock
scott snowden on twitter, could be total BS though.

I'm leaning towards total BS. If there were any truth to it, there would have been a lot more hype over it, especially with Vinny being a sought after FA.

[supe]

Wow that emile guy make the rink look small, thats a big statement for junior hockey.

The seguin rumors were all over twitter but nothing official. It was seguin for our 6th round pick.

[spikerS]

I am actually pretty happy with our picks for the most part.

But I am disappointed with Kanzig....2012-13 - GP:70 G:0 A:7 PTS:7 PIM:159.

seriously, we don't need a guy like that, i mean 1 point every 10 games? and 159PIM?

I am sure we could have gotten way better.

[supe]

Which or any of these guys will make the lineup?

[Neil4Speed]

Originally posted by spikers
I am actually pretty happy with our picks for the most part.

But I am disappointed with Kanzig....2012-13 - GP:70 G:0 A:7 PTS:7 PIM:159.

seriously, we don't need a guy like that, i mean 1 point every 10 games? and 159PIM?

I am sure we could have gotten way better.

I agree with you, I'm guessing its because of his size, 6-5' 238, and he is 18....

[88CRX]

Originally posted by supe
Which or any of these guys will make the lineup?

I would say the three first rounders (Monahan, Poirier & Klimchuck)will atleast crack an NHL roster (maybe not ours) at some point. Monahan should have a real meaningful career. Poirier has huge offensive upside and is fast and big so he has a good chance to make it. Klimchuck is more of a complete forward so might be more third line type of a player.

After that its a crap shoot.... the goon we picked in the third round (Kanzig) most likely can't keep up with NHL speed so who knows with him.

The defensman Eric Roy sounds like he was a likely a first round pick prior to this season.... and he stunk it up on a bad team so you know he can atleast play the game. Has tons of potential, really like this pick for a 4th or 5th whatever it was.

[Mibz]

Pierre LeBrun:
San Jose Sharks have traded TJ Galiardi to Calgary for a draft pick. As long as it's not a 1st or 2nd round pick I'm quite happy with that. If it's a 2nd round I'll still be okay with it, just not as happy :P

[Stealth22]

It's a 4th round pick, apparently.

[Mibz]

Oh, I just saw that he's an RFA now. That makes more sense.

[Stealth22]

TJ Galiardi ‏@TJGaliardi Wow! My lifelong dream has come true!! #FLAMES

TJ Galiardi just made himself a fan. :D

[asp integra]

i like the galiardi signing, giving up a 4th isnt too big of a deal and we get a gritty player with speed whos still young. i like the direction the flames are going with signings like this and who we drafted. 1.25 mill for one year is a good deal imo

also its cool to see a kid who went to my highschool play for his hometown team

[D'z Nutz]

I like this. I was a fan of his style of play when he was on the Avs and wish we had gotten him before he was traded to the Sharks.

Being a hometown boy is just an added bonus.

[max_boost]

Yea excellent. My shinny buddies are excited (cousins with TJ) maybe he will come out for a skate. lol jk

[spikerS]

CALGARY, AB – The Calgary Flames announced today that the following nine players have received qualifying offers from the club:

Forwards (5):

Mikael Backlund

Carter Bancks

Lance Bouma

Paul Byron

Greg Nemisz

Defence (4):

Chris Breen

Chris Butler

TJ Brodie

Mark Cundari

The following players did not receive qualifying offers:

Akim Aliu

Bryan Cameron

Brady Lamb

Gaelan Patterson

[JLau]

Galiardi signing was a nice move..good 3rd or 4th line guy..4th rounder isnt much at all.....

[duaner]

Originally posted by Neil4Speed


I agree with you, I'm guessing its because of his size, 6-5' 238, and he is 18....
Not sure about his size. WHL lists him at 6' 5", 238. Hockeyfights.com says 6' 5", 229. During the draft they said he was 6' 7", 241, and the Flames site lists him at 6'7", 241. Could the latter two be more up-to-date?

Not that it matters. Either way, at 18, there could be some growth yet, if only in weight. Hopefully he can actually play hockey. Maybe they just wanted to replace Keith Aulie. :dunno:

[Quizzes]

Surprised they sent a qualifying offer to Nemisz and not Aliu. :dunno:

[88CRX]

Originally posted by Quizzes
Surprised they sent a qualifying offer to Nemisz and not Aliu. :dunno:

Wasn't Nemisz hurt last year? Thought I read somewhere that the flames were wanting to give home one last chance.

And Aliu sucks haha. Have much better prospects to take that ice time.

[Quizzes]

Originally posted by 88CRX


Wasn't Nemisz hurt last year? Thought I read somewhere that the flames were wanting to give home one last chance.

And Aliu sucks haha. Have much better prospects to take that ice time.

Hopefully Nemisz can redeem himself being a big centreman and all.

Aliu sucks, but has size and colour. Haven't had an all white opening night roster in a long time LOL.

[SmAcKpOo]

Surprised nobody mentioned Tanguay/Sarich being dealt..

[D'z Nutz]

Originally posted by SmAcKpOo
Surprised nobody mentioned Tanguay/Sarich being dealt..

Other thread.

[SOAB]

i will be surprised if Cammalleri is still in a Flames jersey when the season starts. hopefully Feaster can get a decent prospect or something in return.

[spikerS]

Originally posted by SOAB
i will be surprised if Cammalleri is still in a Flames jersey when the season starts. hopefully Feaster can get a decent prospect or something in return.

God, I REALLY hope Cammalleri stays. I would like to see him get the C.

as for free agents I would like to see signed and wearing a Flames Jersey?

Danny Briere - Would be interested if signed at a lower cap hit. around $4.5-5M

Mike Ribeiro - would love to see him at $5m

Nathan Horton - I don't know if I would want to pay him any more than his current $5.5M

Iggy is still a UFA, and would welcome him back, but would like to see him come back at a considerably lower salary.

would love to see any of the above make their way here.

[Lex350]

With Cammalleri's cap hit and real dollars I can't see him moved until around the trade deadline. I think that is when he will be most valuable to another team looking to stock up on some scoring but not having to pay out too much.

[spikerS]

Originally posted by rotten42
With Cammalleri's cap hit and real dollars I can't see him moved until around the trade deadline. I think that is when he will be most valuable to another team looking to stock up on some scoring but not having to pay out too much.

he isn't exactly cheap at $6m ...

[Lex350]

Originally posted by spikers


he isn't exactly cheap at $6m ...


That's what I am saying. That's why I don't think he will move till the deadline because of the price but by that time most of his salary for the season is paid.

[Quiet10]

The Flames have a lot of cap space they can utilize-- if Cammy goes before the trade deadline, I suspect we'd have to eat some of his cap hit to get rid of him.

[spikerS]

The Flames have acquired defenceman Kris Russell from the St. Louis Blues

[spikerS]

The Flames have signed Karri Ramo, Greg Nemisz and Corban Knight

[slick2404]

Originally posted by spikers
The Flames have acquired defenceman Kris Russell from the St. Louis Blues

Solid player. Sucks the Flames had to give up a pick when he was on waivers earlier, but I guess he was a backup plan in case they couldn't land anyone today.

[toyboy88]

Originally posted by slick2404


Solid player. Sucks the Flames had to give up a pick when he was on waivers earlier, but I guess he was a backup plan in case they couldn't land anyone today.

From what I read, if they picked him up on waivers, they would have to have gone through arbitration (which is what Feaster wanted to avoid).

With trade, they could do sign and trade (which they did), and thus avoid arbitration.

5th rounders have very low % historically of having an impact in NHL, so not concerned that the Flames may have given up 'too much'.

Good 'trade' IMO.

:goflames:

[max_boost]

The Flames are gonna finish bottom 5.

[Team_Mclaren]

Originally posted by max_boost
The Flames are gonna finish bottom 5.

X2

We have done absolutely nothing to make the team better, now or later.

[SOAB]

i'm fully prepared for them to pick in the top 3 for next years draft.

[spikerS]

yeah, we are just a team of filler for the most part right now, nothing that is standing out head and shoulders.

We got Cammy, Baert, Gio, and Glenny, and that is about it. Everyone else is "filler".

So, unless King and Feaster have some big fish on the line, waiting to yell "fish on!", we are going to be the small fish in the pond, sucking food from the rocks.

Prepare to be the bottom feeders of the NHL next season.

However, Flames fans have been calling for a complete explosion and rebuild for years. We are getting what was asked for.

[ZEDGE]

Originally posted by spikers

However, Flames fans have been calling for a complete explosion and rebuild for years. We are getting what was asked for.

Like its been any better in the past couple of seasons. ;)

[spikerS]

Originally posted by ZEDGE


Like its been any better in the past couple of seasons. ;)

No, I am going to put a positive spin on this.

For YEARS, we have been trying to rebuild the team into a contender, but only by changing the fringe.

We kept the same core for most of the 2000-2012 years. Iggy, Kipper, Glencross, Tanguay Sarich, Phaneuf, etc.

And that was our problem.

Now, even the core is gone, and we basically have a brand new team, or as new as it gets.

The FANattic is going to love this. Damn near everyone is going to have to buy new jerseys to be current. :rofl:

Another plus, I am sure alot of the bandwagon fans are probably going to jump off, so tickets should be more readily available at cheaper prices. Or I can hope anyways ;)

[ZEDGE]

Originally posted by spikers


No, I am going to put a positive spin on this.

For YEARS, we have been trying to rebuild the team into a contender, but only by changing the fringe.

We kept the same core for most of the 2000-2012 years. Iggy, Kipper, Glencross, Tanguay Sarich, Phaneuf, etc.

And that was our problem.

Now, even the core is gone, and we basically have a brand new team, or as new as it gets.

The FANattic is going to love this. Damn near everyone is going to have to buy new jerseys to be current. :rofl:

Another plus, I am sure alot of the bandwagon fans are probably going to jump off, so tickets should be more readily available at cheaper prices. Or I can hope anyways ;)

I'm all for the rebuil. Been saying it for a while. :D A few more seasons of sucking is fine if its good for the future.

[afrotl]

http://flames.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=678431&utm_source=Calgary+Flames+Hockey+Club+List&utm_campaign=c31eff5a73-Flames_Weekly_Report_Feb_52_6_2013&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_c4f6a3bb69-c31eff5a73-206501778

[xnvy]

Can't wait for Dec. 10th and Jan 16th.

New schedule looks okay but the road trip in December will kill us, NYR, DET, BOS, PIT in 6 days. :nut:

[403ep3]

Brodie signed


http://flames.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=679313

Contract Terms: Two-year contract $1.75 million in 2013-14 and $2.50 million in 2014-15 with an Average Annual Value of $2,125,000.

[max_boost]

Originally posted by xnvy
Can't wait for Dec. 10th and Jan 16th.

New schedule looks okay but the road trip in December will kill us, NYR, DET, BOS, PIT in 6 days. :nut:

We will be dead before then. that road trip will just solidify our spot as last place in the league. :rofl:

[bulaian]

Ken King - 01.08.13
Ken King gives an update on the status of the Scotiabank Saddledome.

http://video.flames.nhl.com/videocenter/console?catid=11&id=263435

[mac_82]

The retro 3rd jerseys are officially dead for this year.

Normally I would be excited for a new jersey, but it seems like the Flames can't do much right lately (MacInnis banner for example).

I'm predicting something that looks like these. Wouldn't be shocked if it was blue either.

http://www.nhlsnipers.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/ept_sports_nhl_experts-602968466-1290647674.jpg

http://www.isojersey.org/pic/2010121523234047638.jpg

http://fanspromoweb.com/UploadFiles/201092071659287.5.jpg

http://icesportjerseys.com/bmz_cache/2/2d37dad1071e5447d8deb310930cbd36.image.300x300.jpg

[toyboy88]

Purchased a 9-game mini pack today, pretty good deals on the packs (5 different ones, each with 'premium' games included).

Anybody know when they will let you know which pack exactly you get (based on selected choices/availability)?

[D'z Nutz]

Originally posted by mac_82
The retro 3rd jerseys are officially dead for this year.

Where's the official news on that?

[mac_82]

Originally posted by D'z Nutz


Where's the official news on that?

Sport Chek are clearing them out for $35, saying they are discontinued. I had heard from the Fanattic in March that they weren't getting any more in, and this is 2nd confirmation.

[Team_Mclaren]

fuck, i just bought one last year.... when they had that season opening sale. lol

I love the retro jerseys tho.

[D'z Nutz]

Huh. Interesting. BoA = Burkie and Lowe in a rented barn?

http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=431209


BURKE IN DISCUSSIONS TO JOIN FLAMES IN EXECUTIVE POSITION

Former Toronto Maple Leafs president and general manager Brian Burke is in discussions to join the Calgary Flames in an executive position but no deal is in place.

"Could very well get done. Enough moving parts/complexities that there could be issues," said TSN Hockey Insider Bob McKenzie on Twitter.

Burke was with the Leafs for four seasons until his firing in January of this year. He then accepted a part-time scouting position with the Anaheim Ducks.

During his tenure in Toronto, the Maple Leafs compiled a record of 129-135-42 and missed the playoffs in each of his four seasons.

Burke's NHL career began in Vancouver in 1987 when he was hired by Pat Quinn to be the director of hockey operations for the Canucks. In 1993, he left the job to become GM of the Hartford Whalers before stepping down after one just one season to join the NHL front office as executive vice president and director of hockey operations.

In 1998, he returned to Vancouver to become GM of the Canucks. Following the 2003-04 season, ownership chose not to renew his contract and named current Maple Leafs GM Dave Nonis his replacement.

Burke then became general manager of the Ducks, where he won the Stanley Cup in the 2006-07 season. He was reunited with Nonis the following season after Nonis was relieved of his duties with the Canucks.

On November 29, 2008, Burke was introduced as president and general manager of the Maple Leafs, replacing interim general manager Cliff Fletcher, and just six days later, Nonis accepted the position of senior vice president and director of hockey operations of the Maple Leafs. It marked the third time he had served under Burke.

As GM of the Maple Leafs, Burke swung a major deal with the Flames in 2010 that included defenceman Dion Phaneuf being traded to Toronto.

Earlier this summer, the Flames had discussions with the NHL's director of player safety Brendan Shanahan about a possible front office position with the team.

[Kavy]

Calgary talked to Burke back in March as well, before they approached shanny. I'm all for Burke being here because it means he isn't somewhere else completely ripping Calgary off in a trade.

[403ep3]

Press conf soon! Burke hired as let Calgary sun twitter!

[BigDL]

I look forward to some entertaining audio clips coming from him ;)

[Maxx Mazda]

Well, it's not like the Flames could get any worse, so I don't know if there's much to worry about...

[88CRX]

Originally posted by BigDL
I look forward to some entertaining audio clips coming from him ;)

:werd:

Finally someone that will actually speak their mind and call the team out.

[D'z Nutz]

Originally posted by Maxx Mazda
Well, it's not like the Flames could get any worse, so I don't know if there's much to worry about...

Brian Burke did a good job in Toronto (as he did with the Ducks and Vancouver). When he arrived, the organization was pretty messed up and he said right from the beginning in interviews and press conferences that it would take a few years to right the ship again so fans shouldn't expect instant success. The only thing wrong he did was keep his buddy Wilson around for as long as he did.

Besides, I don't see Burke getting the GM job unless Feaster really bungs it up royally. He'll probably take over Ken King's role while King focuses on the business side of things.

[spikerS]

flames press conf live:

http://www.sportsnet.ca/sportsnet-live/

[spikerS]

John Bean (CFO and vice pres) - saddledome is back up to 100% (back in business) C_Dave you owe me dinner. and will oversee day to day ops.

and

Brian Burke is the new pres of hockey ops, includes overall responsibility for sports side of the flames. Feaster's new boss.

[BigDL]

I like how one of the first things that Brian is going to do is go though our scouting department.

[spikerS]

Kipper officially announces retirement!

source (http://flames.nhl.com/club/news.htm?id=681811)


CALGARY, AB -- The Calgary Flames announced today the retirement of goaltender Miikka Kiprusoff from the National Hockey League.

“Miikka has been up-front with us since the trade deadline that he wanted to finish his outstanding playing career as a Flames player, and that the 2013 season was going to be his last,” said Flames General Manager Jay Feaster. “We, as an organization, made it clear to Kipper that we did not want him to make a rash or hasty decision. We wanted to give him time to get refreshed during the summer and spend some additional time to make his decision. Had we been prepared to accept Miikka’s position back in April we could have announced his retirement at the end of the season. We purposely chose to wait and give him more time to ensure this was the course he wanted to take. In returning to Calgary this month he advised us that his decision remained the same, and that he was retiring as a player.”

“Miikka Kiprusoff has been the backbone of the Calgary Flames since his arrival here in 2003, and every night for more than 70-nights per season, his magnificence between the pipes gave the team a chance to win. He inspired hope and confidence, and he made those around him better players as a result of his brilliance. Miikka will take his place in the pantheon of great NHL goaltenders, and his place in Flames’ history is secure. He will be missed by players, teammates and fans, and we wish him all the best in his retirement.”

Kiprusoff played nine seasons for Calgary and concludes a spectacular career as the Flames all-time leader in wins (305); games played (576) and shutouts (41).

“I decided to retire at the end of last season,” said Kiprusoff. “I appreciated Jay Feaster and the Flames organization permitting me to take the summer to be 100 % sure. It’s an important decision for me personally, my family, the Flames organization and fans. Jay and I had conversations over the summer and nothing had changed for me and upon returning to Calgary last week, I once again spoke with Jay and confirmed with him that I would be retiring.”

“I’ve been very lucky to have spent 10 years of my career in Calgary. There is no better place to live and play. I look forward to taking the next year with my family to enjoy everything wonderful about southern Alberta.”

“I have so many people to thank for their tremendous support including the Flames ownership group who always provide the team with every resource to be successful as well as creating a family environment for the players off the ice. To the staff who work so hard to make every game night special for the fans and most importantly, Flames fans who through good times and bad, our fans never left our side. And finally, my teammates for making it fun and rewarding to come the rink everyday.”

Kiprusoff was acquired by the Flames on November 16, 2003 from the San Jose Sharks in exchange for a second round draft pick. He finished the 2003-04 regular season with the Flames posting a modern day NHL record GAA of 1.69. His stellar play continued into the playoffs as he won 15 games, five of them by shutout, leading the Flames to within one victory of a Stanley Cup championship and was named a finalist for the Vezina Trophy.

In 2005–06, he broke Mike Vernon's franchise record when he recorded his 40th win of the season, against the Minnesota Wild on April 8, 2006. He was not only touted as the top goaltender in the league, but also argued to be a candidate for the Hart Memorial Trophy as the most valuable player in the NHL. Finishing the season with a 42–20–11 record and a team record 10 shutouts, he was named a first team all-star and awarded the Vezina Trophy, as well as the William M. Jennings Trophy. He was also named a finalist for the Hart.

Kiprusoff recorded another 40 wins campaign and played in his first All-Star Game during the 2006–07 season. He recorded his 21st shutout in a Flames uniform on March 27, 2007, to break Dan Bouchard's franchise record and earned his third consecutive nomination for the Vezina Trophy.

In 2007-08, he missed the 40 win plateau by one, posting a 39-26-10 record but led the league with 45 wins in 2008–09. The following three seasons he notched 35, 37 and 35 win campaigns en-route to becoming the 27th goalie in NHL history to record 300 career wins. He reached the mark with a 4–3 victory over his former club, the San Jose Sharks. The truncated 2012–13 season provided Kiprusoff another milestone as a 4–1 victory, once again over the Sharks, on March 6, 2013 marked his 300th win as a member of the Flames. He would conclude his illustrious career with 319 wins, a 2.49 GAA, 44 shutouts and a .912 save percentage.

During his career in Calgary, Kiprusoff became a spokesman for the Children’s Cottage Society and the Rainbow Society of Alberta, an organization that aims to grant wishes for children with chronic or life-threatening conditions. While backstopping the Flames, he donated $10 for each save he made.

[Kloubek]

C Ya Kipper. You pretty much singlehandedly held the Flames on your shoulders for years now.

...so... who's gonna be the starter for the Flames now? Karri? MacDonald?

Calgary doesn't exactly have assets to trade away, so maybe they end up with a questionable UFA? Mason? Theodore?

Thomas? :)

[403ep3]

Nope, the flames are in no position to pick up a mediocre UFA goalie when they already know the next few years will be a struggle. Why pay more when you know you won't have a change at the playoffs/cup for several years.

[rage2]

Nice to see that even after retirement, he's staying in Calgary.

[Kloubek]

Originally posted by 403ep3
Nope, the flames are in no position to pick up a mediocre UFA goalie when they already know the next few years will be a struggle. Why pay more when you know you won't have a change at the playoffs/cup for several years.

Agreed. I guess it all has to do with the mentality. Do they tank for the next couple of years purposely and try to get better draft picks, or do they at least try to compete to keep it remotely entertaining? If the latter, then a veteran goalie for cheap might be a good idea, since Karri has never proven himself at the NHL level and we already know what MacDonald can (or can't) do.

But you're right - I'm sure they know Flames management and ownership knows they have a team that can't compete so why throw money at it for no reason.

With that said, aren't they below the cap floor now that Kipper has left?

[spikerS]

i am actually expecting a few big signings from this. But I got zero clue as to who for the UFA list to bring in.

Still wondering who is going to wear the C this year...

[dirtsniffer]

oh, we're in the shiiter

[Mibz]

Originally posted by Kloubek
With that said, aren't they below the cap floor now that Kipper has left? Maybe this only applies to long-term contracts, I don't know, but I thought cap hit stayed until the end of the contract despite retirement.

[Kloubek]

I'm not entirely sure of the details of everything, but according to Capgeek (very reputable) Kipper's contract is no longer on the books and they are sitting at just over 51m in contracts. After reading up on it, I believe the cap floor is 44m so there is no requirement for Calgary to pick up any more contracts to meet the minimum.

[npham]

Originally posted by Mibz
Maybe this only applies to long-term contracts, I don't know, but I thought cap hit stayed until the end of the contract despite retirement.

It depends on when he signed the contract. If it was signed before he was 35 or 36(can't remember the exact year), he can retire without his cap applying.

[xnvy]

Aww man... No more, "Shirts off for Kipprusoff" :(

[lasimmon]

How busy are pre season games? Sold out?

My friends have seats in PL15 row 11 for saturdays game against the oilers.. But on ticket master there no seats really close. If I buy a ticket and go what are the chances of being able to sit with them?

[rumeo]

Iggy with his first goal as a Bruin

[D'z Nutz]

ON6GNBs9NDo

[Mibz]

That made me smile

[D'z Nutz]

He notched a second one too.

wVt5J7orPXQ

[Team_Mclaren]

fuckign sick feed.

If only he was playing for the Bruins last playoff, he'd have a cup now.

[The_Rural_Juror]

Originally posted by Team_Mclaren
fuckign sick feed.

If only he was playing for the Bruins last playoff, he'd have a cup now.

If only he was playing for the Bruins last playoff, we'd have koko now. :(

[rumeo]

Iggy wants Team Canada

[colinxx235]

^

Yah for all his accomplishments at the international level I was very very surprised by him being left off the list. Figured he deserved to rock the big C this time around.

[403ep3]

Originally posted by colinxx235
^

Yah for all his accomplishments at the international level I was very very surprised by him being left off the list. Figured he deserved to rock the big C this time around.

It's pretty easy to see why he was left off the team and didn't get an invite:

- He's declining (he can still score, but Canada is STACKED with scorers)
- He's not as fast as he used to be and you'll need some wheels for the larger international ice
- He's a leader, but there are many leaders on the team already

[SOAB]

^yeah that.

and i don't think Yzerman is going to make the same mistake that Gretzky did by bringing in older players that are on the decline just because they'd been there before.

[btimbit]

For goaltending, we have a lot of good goalies in the system right now. Here's the stats from Saturday

* Karri Ramo stopped 13 of 17 shots in Edmonton

* Reto Berra stopped 13 of 14 shots (then two more in the shootout)

* Joey MacDonald stopped 10 of 11 in Calgary

* Joni Ortio stopped eight of 10

I don't know the stats from Monday, but I know so far Berra and Ortio are the two that have the best stats. Most of Ramo's goals against were hard to fault him for though, no d-coverage in they scrum in front of the net.

European goalies need time to adjust to NHL ice, probably 15 games each to really start showing real potential. I think this season we'll go with three goalies, Ramo, Berra and MacDonald for the experience he has. I thought Ortio played pretty well when I was watching him, and he definitely shows flashes of brilliance, but he isn't consistent enough. I can see him playing for the Heat and being a real NHL contender in a year or two.





Originally posted by lasimmon
How busy are pre season games? Sold out?


I was at that game, it wasn't even half full in there.

[CapnCrunch]

Originally posted by D'z Nutz
He notched a second one too.

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Brutal. If they got rid of the blue lines, Iginla could get 40 goals again. Unfortunately for him, he's still going to have to work hard and skate at least 100ft every shift.

He doesn't even look like he's trying any more.

[88CRX]

Originally posted by CapnCrunch


He doesn't even look like he's trying any more.

It's preseason.