WCQF: PAC(2) Edmonton Oilers vs PAC(3) Los Angeles Kings | No Goods win 4-3

[FlamesAddiction]

Originally Posted by ViKen

In a pickle tonight because I've been graciously invited to a private box in Rexall to witness the first of what is hopefully a 4 game winning streak for the Kings �� At least I can bring my elderly father to witness his first playoff hockey game live since moving all of us to Canada over 40 yes ago.

We've been living in Edmonton for the past 3+ yrs for work reasons and it's been hilarious watching how loyal these fans are up hear. I keep telling them that if the Flames performed the way the Coilers have in the last decade, they would have had to relocate 7 years ago. Talk about a low bar of desperation here.

If it is something your dad would like, do it for him. Family above all else.

At the end of the day, it's just a game. Plus, if the Oilers lose, I am sure it will be very enjoyable to watch it in comfort.

[djsFlames]

Will be so satisfying if the Kings catch Smith getting cocky and overplaying the puck, especially if its early and plants that seed of doubt in him. It's been a minute, I think we're due for one of his patented whoopsies.

Old dogs and new tricks..

[Moneyhands23]

I really hope the Oilers have a hard fought series. But I have no energy to give this match-up.

Flames just gotta handle their own building

[djsFlames]

Originally Posted by klikitiklik

I predict a plethora of this

Also Connor's thousand mile stare with helmet burn and glazed eyes.

He gets a new wrinkle for every playoff elimination.

[Coach]

Originally Posted by ViKen

In a pickle tonight because I've been graciously invited to a private box in Rexall to witness the first of what is hopefully a 4 game winning streak for the Kings �� At least I can bring my elderly father to witness his first playoff hockey game live since moving all of us to Canada over 40 yes ago.

We've been living in Edmonton for the past 3+ yrs for work reasons and it's been hilarious watching how loyal these fans are up hear. I keep telling them that if the Flames performed the way the Coilers have in the last decade, they would have had to relocate 7 years ago. Talk about a low bar of desperation here.

Go for sure man. Playoff hockey is a special beast, especially in Canada.

And then there's a high chance of debacle that you can view live. Irreplaceable.

[midniteowl]

[quote Originally Posted by jmac98] They’re the favorites in this series, and it seems pretty universal. Browse around some of your favorite websites and read the odds and series previews to help garner a breakdown to explain the why.

This is a Flames forum so many won’t want to accept the supporting info, and I certainly don’t want to be defending the Oilers in here. My views aren’t based on wanting to win a popularity contest, I was merely offering my thoughts on who I feel should win is all. But then I followed with some realities of how easily the perceived favorites could be prime canon fodder.

All the best.[/quote]


I am not trying to win a popularity contest, I'm also offering my thoughts on who should win as well. And in terms of listening to the "insiders" "experts", Oilers has been the favorite since the beginning of the season. But when you look at their team, they have two stars and 2 goalies that are very mediocre, and they have no team game and a rookie head coach. I'm not saying that just because I hate them.

[Mass_nerder]

Is Darnell Nurse injured?
I thought I remember seeing that.
He may not be a #1 defenseman, but without him, that defense is unbelievably thin.

[dino7c]

Originally Posted by jmac98

They’re the favorites in this series, and it seems pretty universal. Browse around some of your favorite websites and read the odds and series previews to help garner a breakdown to explain the why.

This is a Flames forum so many won’t want to accept the supporting info, and I certainly don’t want to be defending the Oilers in here. My views aren’t based on wanting to win a popularity contest, I was merely offering my thoughts on who I feel should win is all. But then I followed with some realities of how easily the perceived favorites could be prime canon fodder.

All the best.

Its true but it wouldn't be the first time the Oilers were over rated by the media. This time last year the all the sites were getting geared up for Oilers/Leafs in round two. Taking away the logos and McDavid hype there really isn't much between the teams.

Edmonton had 3 more regulation wins over 82 games. Anyone paying attention knows the Oilers had a really favorable schedule with rested while opponent tired and many backups. LA only had one bad stretch this season missing like 7 or 8 guys...all but Doughty are back now.

Oilers may have won the last two head to heads but one was a SO so that is a tie...the other was a 3-2 win where LA controlled the play. (all during the Oilers "great run" and the Kings having half a team)

Smith has had a good month, what about the rest of the season and his age? Boggles my mind people are giving the Oilers the goaltending edge here.

LA also has two of the best shutdown centers in the game...this series is not a layup, trust me.


I picked the Kings cause F the Oilers but I would be willing to bet this is a 6 or 7 gamer...and when it gets there its a tossup. Oilers have all the pressure here, lets see how they handle it.

[Reggie Dunlop]

I want the Oilers not only to lose, but to lose badly.

Dramatically.

Not just humiliated, but irreparably traumatized.

[Coach]

Originally Posted by Reggie Dunlop

I want the Oilers not only to lose, but to lose badly.

Dramatically.

Not just humiliated, but irreparably traumatized.

I won't be satisfied until there's a McDavid trade request if I'm being perfectly honest.

I think there's some confusion in here about the difference between what "should" happen and what "could" happen. The Oilers COULD win. They SHOULD not.

[TheIronMaiden]

I would like to extend a heartfelt #### you to every Oilers fan dead and alive.

[bc-chris]

the number of oiler fans "reaching out" to plan get togethers for a second round battle of alberta is unreal. i keep reminding them that emonton needs to get past la first.
i'm not sure what upsets them more... the fact that i'm predicting an la round 1 victory, or that i keep referring to them as emonton becuz they got no D! ha!

[djsFlames]

Originally Posted by Reggie Dunlop

I want the Oilers not only to lose, but to lose badly.

Dramatically.

Not just humiliated, but irreparably traumatized.

Honestly you'd think that would've happened after the last two exits, but apparently they're immune to humility.

I don't know how they just men in black their memories of how their team and star players fared in important hockey games and repeat the same tone deaf belligerence ad nauseum the next season.

[Inferno]

Originally Posted by dino7c

Boggles my mind people are giving the Oilers the goaltending edge here.

They say Quick is too old. He's four years younger than Smith.

[Zulu29]

Originally Posted by bc-chris

the number of oiler fans "reaching out" to plan get togethers for a second round battle of alberta is unreal. i keep reminding them that emonton needs to get past la first.
i'm not sure what upsets them more... the fact that i'm predicting an la round 1 victory, or that i keep referring to them as emonton becuz they got no D! ha!

Same here!!! They’re on a hot streak to end the season and all of a sudden the parade is back on! Never change Edmonton

[midniteowl]

Originally Posted by bc-chris

the number of oiler fans "reaching out" to plan get togethers for a second round battle of alberta is unreal. i keep reminding them that emonton needs to get past la first.
i'm not sure what upsets them more... the fact that i'm predicting an la round 1 victory, or that i keep referring to them as emonton becuz they got no D! ha!

[midniteowl]

Originally Posted by Coach

I won't be satisfied until there's a McDavid trade request if I'm being perfectly honest.

I think there's some confusion in here about the difference between what "should" happen and what "could" happen. The Oilers COULD win. They SHOULD not.

Not me, as much as I hate the team and fans, I hate McDavid more. He deserve to rot with that team till eternity.

[Shazam]

Originally Posted by midniteowl

Not me, as much as I hate the team and fans, I hate McDavid more. He deserve to rot with that team till eternity.

I think he'll ask for a trade if they don't get out of the first round. It's going to be hilarious.

[Coach]

Originally Posted by Inferno

They say Quick is too old. He's four years younger than Smith.

And two Stanley Cups. And a Conne Smythe. And has been indisputably better their entire careers.

Lol.

[Bonded]

Originally Posted by Reggie Dunlop

I want the Oilers not only to lose, but to lose badly.

Dramatically.

Not just humiliated, but irreparably traumatized.

I want them to lose so badly that McDavid will repeat Scheifele's exit interview word for word