[PGT] Flames dismantle Ottawa 5-1

[tvp2003]

Originally Posted by N-E-B

Completely agree. Not only does Gio have the offensive numbers to back it up but his defensive game is elite as well. He’s such a huge piece of this team. As good as Reilly and Burns have been this year they just don’t bring it in their own end like Gio does. IMO he’s the perfect candidate to win.

Gio riding a 6 game point streak (1+6). Would love to see him finish up on a heater so that Burns isn't too far ahead points-wise. Then his defensive play will take him over the top for the Norris.

[DeluxeMoustache]

Originally Posted by dino7c

They are commonly referred to as sweaters

That story was set in the 40s or 50s, wasn’t it? When they actually were sweaters.

[transplant99]

Originally Posted by joejoe3

Ryan express is a tie to Pat Ryan (curling)

I remember this because I was yelling at the radio asking him to shut up and just call the game

LOL...yeah it refers to Pat Ryan but also very much refers to probably the greatest pitcher of all time as well...that was his nickname.

Nolan Ryan finished a legendary career that spanned four decades as arguably the greatest power pitcher of all-time.

He broke into the majors with the New York Mets in 1965, where he would establish himself as a hard-throwing, right-handed pitcher with big-time potential. During this time, the New York media gave him the nickname “The Ryan Express” in reference to the 1965 film “Von Ryan’s Express.” The name stuck, and would become a commonly used phrase by sportscasters throughout his career.

Wills just talking about it now with Klein.

[Bunk]

Eat Hath's Ry Bread

Doc Hath Bread

That's the best I got. You can't name an entire line after one player.

[transplant99]

[sa226]

Although, I don't think you can pencil him in as an everydayer just yet, Mangiapane is a really nice story. I wrote him off earlier in the year, it just didn't look like he projected as an NHLer. He kind of reminded me of Granlund in a way. Not slick enough to be in the top six and not gritty or big enough to take on a bottom six role.

Now look at him. For a guy his size he plays a pretty gritty game, and he battles hard. With that his skillset is starting to show though.

Before he looked like a guy on the bubble, now in the hopes of a long playoff run and the inevitable injuries that come with it, you can see him as a guy who can elevate in the lineup.

Under the topic of a youth movement on the squad, the guys on D take up most of the conversation and rightfully so. But the Mangiapane story is an underrated one.

I'm curious what his ceiling may be.

[stemit14]

Originally Posted by sa226

Although, I don't think you can pencil him in as an everydayer just yet, Mangiapane is a really nice story. I wrote him off earlier in the year, it just didn't look like he projected as an NHLer. He kind of reminded me of Granlund in a way. Not slick enough to be in the top six and not gritty or big enough to take on a bottom six role.

Now look at him. For a guy his size he plays a pretty gritty game, and he battles hard. With that his skillset is starting to show though.

Before he looked like a guy on the bubble, now in the hopes of a long playoff run and the inevitable injuries that come with it, you can see him as a guy who can elevate in the lineup.

Under the topic of a youth movement on the squad, the guys on D take up most of the conversation and rightfully so. But the Mangiapane story is an underrated one.

I'm curious what his ceiling may be.

The more I see him play the more I think he has 2nd line winger potential. He’s making time and space for himself and making skilled passes. His shot is really good too. I think as opportunities present themselves for him to have a bigger role, he’ll thrive. He might see some 2nd unit power play time down the stretch.


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[CGY12]

What a perfect birthday.

Flames hammer the Sens.

Sharks blow a lead in the 3rd and lose in regulation.

Great day all around.

[Rhettzky]

A butter and jam sandwich sounds disgusting.

[Textcritic]

Originally Posted by CGY12

What a perfect birthday.

Flames hammer the Sens.

Sharks blow a lead in the 3rd and lose in regulation.

Great day all around.

Congratulations on turning 51-years-old!

[agulati]

It is good to see the 4th line get on a roll the last few games. Also have to love Tkachuk. He had gone missing a few weeks back, but he is still a young fellow and every one has slumps.

34 goals this year. That's absolutely amazing.

[Funkhouser]

Originally Posted by Rhettzky

A butter and jam sandwich sounds disgusting.

Its not (a friend told me)

[Monahammer]

Originally Posted by Rhettzky

A butter and jam sandwich sounds disgusting.

Most assuredly not. Clearly you dont have British heritage!

[Manhattanboy]

Mom used to make us peanut butter and jam sandwiches. I would get her to also put butter on it, because.

[TheScorpion]

My mom used to butter my toast and then put jam on it. I didn't like it very much but I ate it.

[DeluxeMoustache]

Butter and peanut butter? Ewww.

One or the other

[4X4]

Originally Posted by TheScorpion

My mom used to butter my toast and then put jam on it. I didn't like it very much but I ate it.

C'mon now, Scorp. She's still doing it, isn't she? Why don't you just tell her?

[Scroopy Noopers]

Originally Posted by DeluxeMoustache

Butter and peanut butter? Ewww.

One or the other

You’re missing out.

Also forget the jam and get a bit of maple syrup in there.

[TheScorpion]

Originally Posted by 4X4

C'mon now, Scorp. She's still doing it, isn't she? Why don't you just tell her?

Maybe when I turn twelve I'll start making my own breakfasts!

[Rhettzky]

What have I done...