[PGT] WCQF Game 1: Flames 2 - Ducks 3

[GoJetsGo]

Originally Posted by Hemi-Cuda

That game fit the Honda curse to a T. Early Ducks goal, incredibly stupid mistake by the Flames to throw the game away, unable to take advantage of any scoring chances late. This will be another easy series win for the Ducks

Why are you even here with this kind of attitude?

Disgusting.

[AC]

Originally Posted by Stay Golden

Was there even a timeout called before that 5 on 3? I can't recall was too stressed out lol.
Under 3min left and no timeout called ???? If so inexcusable as a coach you want to make damn sure everyone is on the same page.
It is not the only reason they lost but it one of the signuficant reasons. The amateur moment of tge coaches calling all 5 players off the ice at stupid time and the lazy skate back by all 5 players that was absurd.

Tough call because the Anaheim PKers would be tired already at that point. Calling a timeout gives them a chance to catch a breather as well.

I don't disagree with the call for that reason. There's a reason teams practice PPs non-stop all year long.

[dino7c]

Originally Posted by sun

Delete your account.

it should be deleted for him

hockey debate is one thing...obvious troll is obvious

[vanisleflamesfan]

Holy crap... I totally missed that we won tonight... see you guys in 7 days.

[Stay Golden]

I can't fault Tkachuk tonight it is pretty clear the goonery by LA and ANA recently has taken a physical toll on the teenager.

[ComixZone]

I just don't see this game as an utter failure. What the Ducks got, we gave them in error.

We weren't dominated. We're a young team, and made some young mistakes.

The biggest failure tonight falls on inexperience, and some of our experience failing us. Stajan and Brouwer brought very, very little - if anything at all this evening. Engelland had a rare night of mistakes. Engelland will bounce back, he's given us more than enough reason to believe that. The Flames need to make that 4th line more effective though (in my eyes). I'd love to see Hamilton - Lazar - Brouwer given a shot.

[flylock shox]

On the bright side, the Flames have a ton of room for improvement and only just came up short in this one. Also, Ferland is a playoff beast.

On the down side, this series is going to be as visually unappealing as a turd in the sunshine. I hate watching Ducks games of any kind.

[JetsFlamesFan]

Originally Posted by GoJetsGo

Why are you even here with this kind of attitude?

Disgusting.

Because this isn't Nazi Germany or Soviet Russia where dissent is not tolerated, it's a bloody internet forum for hockey?

[DeluxeMoustache]

Haha. Good coaching = timeout management.

You have one shot a game to get the approval of some.

[Heavy Jack]

Originally Posted by vanisleflamesfan

Holy crap... I totally missed that we won tonight... see you guys in 7 days.

Nope, doubt you'll post after good vibes happen and the curse is over. Either way 7 days just isn't long enough but it'll have to do.

[vanisleflamesfan]

Originally Posted by dammage79

Wow, I didn't know people were going to bite Vanisles bait so hard. Yeeesh.

Well, I guess the frustration needs to be vented anyhow. Way to lightning rod the hate vanisle

I would thank you but evidently I have already been deleted...

[smiggy77]

Originally Posted by dino7c

it should be deleted for him

hockey debate is one thing...obvious troll is obvious

It's easier to throw him on your ignore list. No point wasting your time with dumbasses.

[TheScorpion]

Originally Posted by vanisleflamesfan

I would thank you but evidently I have already been deleted...

I don't think you know what the words 'evidently' and 'deleted' mean...

[Savvy27]

Positives:
Elliot - was sensational. How he was able to save all those passes out from below the goal line to the slot, I have no idea. He looks dialed-in and it makes me excited for the remainder of the series. What a save on Getzlaf on that 3 on 0... too bad about the rebound but that was a great challenge.
Giordano - thought he was amazing in the first two periods and okay in the third. He was an absolute beast in a lot of those battles and made some great plays.
Ferland - it was exciting to watch him tonight, he looked fast, strong, tough, and skilled. Too bad he didn't bury one of those chances.

Negatives:
Hamilton - looked pillowy soft tonight. Really looked overwhelmed by the moment and intimidated by the intensity level. Three awful penalties too.
Engelland and Bartkowski - thought this pair got exposed a bunch and Engelland tipped the first goal in for some dumb reason. There are times when Bartkowski is passable, but a series against the Ducks doesn't look to be one of them.
3M line - only one really good shift all game. Lost the match up to Getzlaf's line all night. Backlund and Frolik had some moments on the PK, but I think the series is hopeless unless they return to form as Calgary's top unit.

That line change was one of the worst I have ever seen at any level of hockey. It wasn't even a fast play or anything. Too lackadaisical and Engelland somehow made it even worse by cutting off all the guys trying to get back in the play. Awful.

As good as the Ducks are, they don't look unbeatable. Getzlaf and Gibson were huge for them tonight and honestly, before the terrible line change, I thought they Flames looked in great shape.

The Flames will have better games than this and it should be a fun series.

[Machiavelli]

Officiating was fine; I'm glad not many are pointing the finger that way.

I'll defend Johnny because he was really trying but seemed super nervous. I think he'll be much better in game 2.

The pivotal line change was baffling. I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw three Ducks streaking in, undefended, on Elliott.

If I'm coaching, I give Brouwer one more game. If he does nothing again, he's out for someone who gives a crap.

[CaptainCrunch]

Originally Posted by JetsFlamesFan

Because this isn't Nazi Germany or Soviet Russia where dissent is not tolerated, it's a bloody internet forum for hockey?

Awesome the first godwin in a long time.

I missed you old friend.

[Cecil Terwilliger]

Originally Posted by JetsFlamesFan

Because this isn't Nazi Germany or Soviet Russia where dissent is not tolerated, it's a bloody internet forum for hockey?

Lol

[dino7c]

Originally Posted by smiggy77

It's easier to throw him on your ignore list. No point wasting your time with dumbasses.

done, I thought he was a legit poster with a history

like I said...dead to me

I come here because of the lack of trolls compared to other sites, if that is what you do for fun get a ####ing life you pathetic piece of ####

[Heavy Jack]

Hey vanisleflamesfan, what was it like being on SNL??

[dammage79]

Originally Posted by flylock shox

On the bright side, the Flames have a ton of room for improvement and only just came up short in this one. Also, Ferland is a playoff beast.

On the down side, this series is going to be as visually unappealing as a turd in the sunshine. I hate watching Ducks games of any kind.

I may actually be inclined to physically punch Kesler if ever our paths should meet. He's the epitome of the greasy cheap player. I hate him so much for being so great at being a piece of sh......