NHL 10 PS3 EASHL Teams

[Kipper is King]

I did well on defence. Also, I saw a unicorn walking down my street today, and I found a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow!

(One of these things is TRUE!)

[dobbles]

Originally Posted by Kipper is King

I did well on defence. Also, I saw a unicorn walking down my street today, and I found a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow!

(One of these things is TRUE!)

congrats on the pot of gold!

[koop]

Originally Posted by Kipper is King

I did well on defence. Also, I saw a unicorn walking down my street today, and I found a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow!

(One of these things is TRUE!)

It was probably a horse.

[Diemenz]

Speaking of unicorns, we rock at coming out of the zone.

[Cliche]

It seems that the wings are more important now in the transition than before, as the extended defensive zone would seem to indicate that either the center or the off wing can start their afterburners when the winger gets the puck instead of hoping for the hale-mary from the D. It's better for the winger to start the transition than the defenseman because the (defenseman) can hang back closer to the goal, and provide more immediate help than the lone defensive partner.

Also the casual team needs more peeps (granted none of the members have played an online game yet but it seems to be ramping up that way). Season 1 is almost over, and it's about time to find another gear.

[koop]

I can't seem to connect to the PSN anymore. I was kicked off and now I keep getting an error (8002A548) when I try to sign on. What makes this strange is that if I use my other account I can connect to the PSN with no problems, but as soon as I use my regular account I get an error..... any ideas?

[Wood]

The EA servers are terrible, I can't even play most of the time. I'm always either lagging or I get disconnected part way through a game. And I never lose my connection to the PSN, it's only the EA servers. I honestly have never nada single problem with my wireless connection or had any problems with any other game before, it's only been NHL 09 and 10, it's so frustrting. I'm not the only one who has had problems either, tons of people have and it ruins the fun of the game since the main reason why I play NHL is for the EASHL. I have done everything possible(other than replace my modem/router) to try and make it work but nothing has worked long term, near the end of 09 I got it to work consistently but now it's back to the way it was before, I don't know what to do.

/rant

[Human Torch]

Originally Posted by koop

I can't seem to connect to the PSN anymore. I was kicked off and now I keep getting an error (8002A548) when I try to sign on. What makes this strange is that if I use my other account I can connect to the PSN with no problems, but as soon as I use my regular account I get an error..... any ideas?

Looks like PSN is down for some. People on the playstation forum are complaining about it as well.

[Joborule]

Two things I want to talk about. Dump and Chase and Board Play.

We're having an incredibly difficult times getting into the zone against teams that just stand up at the blueline and poke check/stick lift us. Resulting in us chasing them back into our own zone and not making much use to our possessions. We have to be able to dump and chase to counter against this. Instead of being hesitant in decisions on making the dump we have to determine quickly whether we will be able to skate into the zone ourselves and retain possession to set up or to dump. In many cases the better option will be the latter if we exectue it properly.

The puck carrier should work the puck up on the win to the red line, at this point the player should dump the puck high over to the opposite corner (dump from left wing to right corner boards) with the winger on the dump target side chasing to go to the puck. This will give us speed on the rush to get the puck rather then dumping it at the blueline when players have already stopped. When the player reaches the corner, they will likely need to board play.

I don't know if all of you know this or not, but you will not get holding on board play if the player that is pinned still retains possession under his feet and is not loose. Therefore you can hold the triangle button as long as you want, while also using the left stick to move your player around if you want to get better leverage on a side. This will allow teammates to come by to try to pick up the puck whether thats by poke checking or by retrieving the kicked puck.

We have to get this dump and chase game working so then we don't keep getting stood up at the blueline or losing the puck at the top of the zone. We can also dump in the zone to ring the puck off around the boards or to dump to the opposite corner by flip or slap shot dump when holding R1 in the zone. Both choices on the rush are extremely effect on an even rush because the other player can chase over to retain the puck.

[dobbles]

something i would like to add to this... i think the most important part a lot of times is how we exit our own zone. so many times we make quick passes and it puts forwards in a position where they only have 1 option. and the other team can see that too. so i try my hardest (even at the expense of turnovers once in a while) to make sure i get it to a forward in a position that they have time to make a play. obviously that is not always an option, but keeping the puck for an extra second to clear a defender; working the puck back to the other side; rushing it up on my own; those are all good strategies that we can remember when breaking out of the zone. all too often, the breakout strategy is to pass as quickly as possible to the guy farthest up the screen. then that last person is limited in what they can do. then they get collapsed on and turn it over.

i agree with jobo that dump and chase is a great strategy. unfortunately it can be a little advanced for people to get down correctly. having someone on the other side that is skating in full speed is crucial to d-n-c being successful.

[koop]

Originally Posted by dobbles

something i would like to add to this... i think the most important part a lot of times is how we exit our own zone. so many times we make quick passes and it puts forwards in a position where they only have 1 option. and the other team can see that too. so i try my hardest (even at the expense of turnovers once in a while) to make sure i get it to a forward in a position that they have time to make a play. obviously that is not always an option, but keeping the puck for an extra second to clear a defender; working the puck back to the other side; rushing it up on my own; those are all good strategies that we can remember when breaking out of the zone. all too often, the breakout strategy is to pass as quickly as possible to the guy farthest up the screen. then that last person is limited in what they can do. then they get collapsed on and turn it over.

Good point. I know as a defender the teams with one man carrying the puck in are the easiest to defend, if they have an option to pass off to another forward I have to respect the pass which makes it's easier for them to gain the zone. That's not to say we have to eliminate the long breakout passes all together, but being a little more patient on the breakout could really pay off against the better teams.

[dobbles]

yeah, to me its all about looking for the best play and not just advancing the puck as far up as possible. sometimes thats the best play, but sometimes that guy has 3 people around him and gets killed along the wall. just gotta be smart with the puck

[DragonSoul]

I totally agree that the dump and chase is something that will really improve our game when executed properly but there are a couple things to keep in mind. Firstly, it's much easier to pull off against human players. When playing against computer ai dmen, they will beat you to the puck around 99.99% of the time, especially when its rung around the boards. Sometimes it's best to try a flip dump into one of the corners because there's a chance the puck will be bouncing a bit which will give enough time to try and pressure the d. And during times when you play against a 1 human/1 computer dmen pairing, dump the puck towards the human player's side.

Dobbs and Koop make a great point about having a little patience with the puck. A lot of times when I play with them on D, they will skate around our blue line with the puck for a while. They’re not doing this for kicks, they’re looking for an open passing lane to move the puck. Forcing the pass usuall does more harm than good and is especially true in the defensive and neutral zones because these are the areas where turnovers can hurt us the most. I find that a lot of times when the puck carrier is pressured, they will panic and try passing it forward to the nearest teammate as quickly as possible to get rid of it (I’m guilty of doing this myself). Most of the time this leads to an interception or a suicide pass for the recipient of the puck but either way, it’s a turnover. The biggest problem with this is that the transition happens so fast that it catches us off guard as we all try to scramble back into defensive position.

Sometimes it’s best to just make the safe play with the puck. Getting pressured in the neutral zone with no open teammate to pass to? Simply dump the puck deep into the opposition’s zone. Sure it gives the other team possession of the puck, but this in turn gives our team time to reposition ourselves defensively and try and force turnovers in our favor.

[Joborule]

I concur with the patience of getting out of the zone rather then rushing it up to the deepest player. If forwards are being covered I find crossing over open up lanes for us that gives us a bit of time to do something with the puck if we retrieve it.

Important Note

When these two clubs were created the intentions were made that the pro team would be the team that challenges the top teams in the EASHL and the casual club would be for players of less competitive nature and working on improving there game. So far the casual club has yet a game to be played, meanwhile the pro club rank continually tanks after a good initial start.

In order for the pro club to be competitive with the top clubs in order to challenge for monthly trophies, we are going to have to treat it as a competitive team and as such have requirements and skills in the players that do play on the pro team. This unfortunately means we will be limiting some players to play in the casual team to improve their game if they strive to play on the pro team. As such, the pro team has been disbanded and we are starting fresh using the casual club for players to fulfill the requirements to play on the team and show they have what it takes to be on the pro team. Since it's basically pre season until the end of the month, consider this month training camp/pre-season.

The requirements that are necessary to be eligible for the pro club is a veteran player card with B/B+ overall grade (still under consideration). You must have a mic for teammates communication. Although you may have those requirements, GMs still have final say on whether you will be promoted to the pro team. Tryout games may be made to examine your play.

If you do make the pro team, there can never be less then 3 players in a game, and do not play two man teams because they don't count. As well if you make the club we encourage that you play at least 5 games within a week unless notice of absence. This is to avoid players from popping in from time to time without weeks of play since that's a casual style of doing games and most likely leave you out of sync with your teammates.

If you do not make the pro team initially, it does not mean your placed there permanently. The purpose of the casual club is to build your game to the level that will allow to challenge EASHL players in the pro league without being out of place and hurting your teammates. If you show good enough improvement in your game, you will be promoted up or could request/given a tryout game.

This is not about picking favorites or keeping players off the team. It's about putting out the best players possible from our site that want to go for the win this year in EASHL. It's a more competitive nature this year for the pro club this year so if this perhaps isn't your thing the casual club is an option still. (and we'll have to play on for now anyway) I'll have an alternative account so I can still play casual games with you guys over the year still.

Everyone should invite themsleves to the casual club: http://www.easportsworld.com/en_US/c...1/622/overview

[IgiTang]

I will be away from Sept.26th until March pretty much so I defenitely fall under casual for NHL 2010 until I get extended leave from the military.. I would love to come back and hear that CP Fatas have won a season or 2.

Just one comment. There are some people who need to work on their team game. And yes im talking about the seasoned vets also. Too many times ive seen guys trying to do it all themselves. That was fine for NHL 09, not NHL 2010. Its not a "get me the puck and go cover D" game anymore.

Goodluck with the Pro league boys.

[Wood]

I think it would help if you said names....

[lanevosky]

Hopefully I can make the Pro Team.
Gotta get a bluetooth headset when I get my paycheque this month.

[FoxMulder91]

I just bought a headset! Its charging right now.

[Cliche]

Originally Posted by Wood

I think it would help if you said names....

Doesn't matter now. Everybody has a week or so (end of the season is in 7 days /from the 23rd) to prove their worth.

And it'll be the reverse of the usual training camp disappointment, where you're hoping for that invite instead of getting the call into the coaches office where he's got to let you down.

[FoxMulder91]

How do I get my stats to reset? Ive played one game in the new league, yet its still counting stuff from the old league.