[GT] I guess I have to do this - Ducks and Flames - Awful Anthems

[djsFlames]

Originally Posted by joejoe3

So glad the ducks are not in the playoffs this season

When it's in Anaheim it isn't that the Ducks are good. They just get propped up by their voodoo juju magic which boosts their shooting clip by 20%.

But yeah, good thing they'll be on the golf course far away. About time.

[Yobbo]

Originally Posted by ikaris

Agreed. Didn’t think this would be the case but here we are.

No, neither did I, but Smith has really played himself into that role.

[bettercallbettman]

Backs couldn’t get a stick so he gets a signed hat... ouch...

[djsFlames]

Holy crap just shoot.

[Flash Walken]

Originally Posted by timbit

Another 4 years at 5.825 mil., 29, with 42 points this season.

Not a good choice IMO, like Backlund better.

I'd play him on line two with Backlund and Tkachuk similar to how monahan and lindholm can trade off their strong sides.

Maybe get the Ducks to retain some salary.

[joejoe3]

Originally Posted by CaptainYooh

F... Every time I see Getzlaf play, I can’t stop thinking that he could still be playing for us. Imagine all the years of having Iginla-Getzlaf and, now, Gaudreau-Getzlaf...

Dion was a good pick at the time.

[timbit]

Granted, not their regular PP groups the last 2 games but the Flames are 1 for their last 33 PP opportunities . Not good.

[bettercallbettman]

Kelly just baffled. You think maybe he wanted to play? What’s the issue.

[direwolf]

Originally Posted by Yobbo

That goal really made me realize that Smith is the starter moving forward.

Meh. I wouldn't take too much stock from a completely meaningless game at the tail end of the regular season after the team has locked up the conference. The entire team is playing at 50% tonight, including Rittich. The guys clearly lack focus and are just coasting out there for the most part.

Both goalies have been damn good down the stretch. But I do agree that Smith has the edge right now, as he's been really sharp lately. He'll definitely start game 1.

[Mitt31]

Originally Posted by joejoe3

Dion was a good pick at the time.

And if anything was changed back then, the team may be completely different today from GM down to the skaters...

I'll take Dion and the tough tough years as a trade for team we have now

[djsFlames]

So sick of Flames-Ducks games being about how good Getzlaf is.

I hope we chase Miller in the third.

[Duffalufagus]

Originally Posted by timbit

Granted, not their regular PP groups the last 2 games but the Flames are 1 for their last 33 PP opportunities . Not good.

Has to change in the playoffs. Powerplays are key

[bob-loblaw]

I'm done with that 'The answer is blowing in the wind' commercial.

[timbit]

Originally Posted by direwolf

Meh. I wouldn't take too much stock from a completely meaningless game at the tail end of the regular season after the team has locked up the conference. The entire team is playing at 50% tonight, including Rittich. The guys clearly lack focus and are just coasting out there for the most part.

Both goalies have been damn good down the stretch. But I do agree that Smith has the edge right now, as he's been really sharp lately. He'll definitely start game 1.

If Rittich wants to be the playoff starter, he sure as heck should be focused.

[Yobbo]

Originally Posted by direwolf

Meh. I wouldn't take too much stock from a completely meaningless game at the tail end of the regular season after the team has locked up the conference. The entire team is playing at 50% tonight, including Rittich. The guys clearly lack focus and are just coasting out there for the most part.



Both goalies have been damn good down the stretch. But I do agree that Smith has the edge right now, as he's been really sharp lately. He'll definitely start game 1.

No you're right, they're all playing with very little compete tonight which I honestly don't mind, but as you stated, Smith has definitely taken the reins for the playoffs.

[TheScorpion]

kelly hrudey = dishonest gambling thief?

[djsFlames]

Originally Posted by bob-loblaw

I'm done with that 'The answer is blowing in the wind' commercial.

Now it's a turd, blowing in the wind.

[browna]

Originally Posted by bob-loblaw

I'm done with that 'The answer is blowing in the wind' commercial.

On reflection, that could be the Oilers offseason motto and song. For finding a GM, coach, PHO, and free agents, cap space etc etc. The wind is likely more reliable.

[Erick Estrada]

Originally Posted by direwolf

Meh. I wouldn't take too much stock from a completely meaningless game at the tail end of the regular season after the team has locked up the conference. The entire team is playing at 50% tonight, including Rittich. The guys clearly lack focus and are just coasting out there for the most part.

Both goalies have been damn good down the stretch. But I do agree that Smith has the edge right now, as he's been really sharp lately. He'll definitely start game 1.

I agree that the game is meaningless in the standings but it matters for all the young players as well as Rittich. If he's coasting then we shouldn't see him play again this season.

[TheScorpion]

i suppose tripping is no longer a penalty