QOTD: Nerves and superstitions in big games?

[Grimbl420]

I haven't washed my Monahan jersey all year, and I've gone full playoff beard.

My stomach hates me. I'm not sure if it's because of the Beer or the nerves, or maybe a little of both.

[Cuz]

Are superstitions silly and sometimes dumb? Yes of course they are, but at the same time they are fun and kind of make you feel a part of the team. I am a little superstitious in that I will only put one of my jerseys on just before game time, but this year I have rarely worn one for a game so I won't buck the trend tonight.

[FBI]

Nervous wreck, voted can't watch but not really true.. I will just watch an hour behind with knowledge of opponents score at that time (see other thread)

[CroFlames]

Originally Posted by FBI

Nervous wreck, voted can't watch but not really true.. I will just watch an hour behind with knowledge of opponents score at that time (see other thread)

I might try this one day. Seems kinda interesting to do, only knowing the opponents score haha

[Enoch Root]

Nervous and excited, but as soon as I can throw an elbow or a good hit, I'll be fine.

As for superstitions, I am not at all superstitious, and am fully cognizant of the fact that my behaviors have no impact on the game. So I don't do things like wear red underwear, or walk the same way to work.

Having said that, I am also careful not to tempt fate. I am not going to rub it in the hockey gods' faces by saying things like shutout, or talking about the playoffs before we're in.

It comes down to risk reward: I sincerely doubt my actions have any relevance, but I am still going to be respectful, just in case.

[polak]

Jittery and it will get worse until game time. I refrained from wearing jersey or doing anything special as I don't want to be "stuck" in my superstitious ways quite yet.

However if we lose than the Jersey goes on Saturday.

I really forgot just how stressful meaningful Flames games can be.

Haven't felt this way since Poland played in Euro 2012. Hopefully they pull it off better than those stupid polaks.

[DoubleF]

Originally Posted by polak

Jittery and it will get worse until game time. I refrained from wearing jersey or doing anything special as I don't want to be "stuck" in my superstitious ways quite yet.

However if we lose than the Jersey goes on Saturday.

I really forgot just how stressful meaningful Flames games can be.

Haven't felt this way since Poland played in Euro 2012. Hopefully they pull it off better than those stupid polaks.

Buddy, you need a shot of Spirytus.

[HelloHockeyFans]

I used to be a lot more superstitious about the Flames and would also get nervous before big games, but I'm not this year for some reason. I still watch all the games and follow them as close as I ever have though. Maybe it's the age .

Playoffs though, if they make it in? Pretty sure I'll get jittery especially if they play the dirty Canucks.

[taxbuster]

I just got back into town from BC - had originally hoped to find tix to the home closer, but that's a faint hope now. :-(

On the other hand, I'm wearing my 2004-run team-signed jersey hoping to channel the pluckiness and grittiness of that team to add to the current version, as well as "old Darryl" against "now Darryl". Hope it works!

[ForeverFlameFan]

I'll be jittery until the game is over.

[polak]

Originally Posted by DoubleF

Buddy, you need a shot of Spirytus.

Straight maybe.

No lemon or honey or other BS today. Rubbing Alcohol ftw.

[PrettyBoyFlizzy]

I love it, you have to embrace these situations they don't come around too often. Just like a game 7.

[-TC-]

I'm ok right now...it'll get worse once the game starts, by the third I'll be a wreck unless it's a blowout

[DoubleF]

Originally Posted by polak

Straight maybe.

No lemon or honey or other BS today. Rubbing Alcohol ftw.

Where do you buy this stuff in Calgary? Curious how this stacks up to Everclear which I also enjoy on occasion.

[Joborule]

I'm all good right now. So hyped that the Flames have a chance to get back into the playoffs. This is coming much, much sooner than expected. I just wanted a treat, I'm getting an all inclusive buffet.

Just win, baby!

[lazypucker]

If there is an option for "Let's just get it done and over with" I'll choose that.

Thus I picked "Who's playing tonight?"

[Biff]

Caesars and Bourbon. If we win, more Caesars and Bourbon. If we lose, more Caesars and Bourbon. Also, I never read the PGT if we lose but do read it, and opponent's boards, watch all the highlights and checkout Flames PG vids after each win.

[Buff]

I don't believe in superstition, but I'll partake in game day rituals, just because it is fun to do so. Super excited for tonight's game, a little nervous. I had no playoff expectations, but now that it is so close... I'm all in.

[MyFlamesFirst]

I have been jittery all day. I have literally put aside what I am going to wear tonight to watch the game. I don't think I have planned an outfit in the last five years.

[polak]

Originally Posted by DoubleF

Where do you buy this stuff in Calgary? Curious how this stacks up to Everclear which I also enjoy on occasion.

Polish stores I believe.

I've never actually bought any though. My parents and family always have a healthy stock pile.