NHL 2009-2010 Season

[The Ringer]

I was really looking forward to not starring at the bastard Kane and then this.

 

[Grenouille]

I was really looking forward to not starring at the bastard Kane and then this.

I'm sure Operation Sports has a nice Pronger cover you could use once the game is released.

All I know is once September 7 hits, the game won't leave my PS3 for a while. I'm liking that they put the Juniors into the game. With rumors of the NCAA teams for 2012 it almost seems like EA is making a must buy game every year.

 

[The Ringer]

That is nasty G!

 

[risingstar]

Okay... Next topic:
Lindros --- Hall of Famer or not?

I think he is. Sadly, injuries got in the way of him having a great career but there's no denying that at one point, Lindros dominated the game of hockey. In my mind, the hall of fame is about great players, not necessarily only about great point-getters

As much as I hate saying something nice about the Flyers (again), they certainly were fun to watch when Lindros and Leclair were running over everything that moved, even if it was the Habs.

 

[Nitro]

Always liked Lindros despite the team that he played on. I'll always wonder what could've been if he had not been injured. As far as HOF, he'd get my vote.

 

[Eli26]

Okay... Next topic:
Lindros --- Hall of Famer or not?

I think he is. Sadly, injuries got in the way of him having a great career but there's no denying that at one point, Lindros dominated the game of hockey. In my mind, the hall of fame is about great players, not necessarily only about great point-getters

As much as I hate saying something nice about the Flyers (again), they certainly were fun to watch when Lindros and Leclair were running over everything that moved, even if it was the Habs.

Having nearly a 1.10 point-per-game career average including a second runner up Calder season, a Hart trophy, tying Jaromir Jagr in the NHL lockout shortened 94/95 campaign for the scoring lead with points (70), not to mention a great playoff run in 1997, and half a dozen 35 goal seasons, does this even have to be asked? On a side note concerning the 94/95 scoring race: Yes, Jagr got the Art Ross because he had more goals (32 to Lindro's 29), but it should have gone to Lindros since he played less games (46 to Jagr's 48). That's how it should be. Point-per-game average, then it should be determined by the amount of goals each player scored.

He followed that year with 47 goals and 115 points in 73 games and despite not winning the Stanley Cup in 1997, because one Mr. Vladimir Konstantinov (my all-time favorite defenseman). Vlad made certain that he would be a miserable sight for both the tandem of Lindros and John Leclair.

Lindro's hockey career mirrored closely to Cam Neely's. A shortened hockey career due to injuries (one, concussions and the other with a shattered hip), and both had huge significant seasons at points in their careers and a run at the Stanley Cup, only to lose it in the end. Lindros would have the better career points-per-game average of the two, and if Mr. Neely made the Hall, then there should be no exception or question here for No. 88. It's a definite YES he gets in. I still don't know why this is asked because of the aforementioned reasons.

I loathed Eric Linros and his attitude at times, but disliking this particular player aside, he's very deserving of making the NHL Hockey Hall of Fame!

 

[Eli26]

Always liked Lindros despite the team that he played on. I'll always wonder what could've been if he had not been injured. As far as HOF, he'd get my vote.

Nobody can truly answer that, but prior to his concussion problems, he played a very fearless game, played in high traffic areas, used his big body to crush his opponents and was like a steam train. It was that all-balls-out attitude that did him in, and the fact he looked down too much with the puck. Scott Stevens was able to give him a concussion because his head was down, and that's what made contact first. He jussled his brain good and hard. What are we taught as kids? Never have your head down. After that he played scared and stayed around the perimeter to keep away from any heavy hitting areas. Thus his numbers suffered as a result because he was also unable to use his big body to break up the defence and even get those garbage goals from within a few feet of the net. He went from playing that fearless game to playing scared.

Again, he's not far off from a Cam Neely or even a Pat Lafontaine in terms of hockey careers and they both got in. Absolutely no question he gets in. I can't foresee why anyone would think he won't, and I say this as a non fan of his back in the day.

 

[risingstar]

I loathed Eric Linros and his attitude at times, but disliking this particular player aside, he's very deserving of making the NHL Hockey Hall of Fame!

Preachin' to the choir. However, there are lots of people who side with Bobby Clarke who think Lindros is a spoiled brat. I wouldn't be surprised if he misses the first ballot. If he does miss the mark, I sure hope we don't see his parents coming out and complaining. We've certainly heard/seen enough of them over the years.

 

[Deeznutz6]

Nice trade by Boston today, they seem to have a solid team to come for many years regardless if they get Hall or Seguin

Odd move by the Habs, whos the odd center out??? Maxipad???

 

[Grenouille]

Nice trade by Boston today, they seem to have a solid team to come for many years regardless if they get Hall or Seguin

I like the deal quite a bit. I think Horton will do well with a change of scenery. Wideman had to go since he was going to be one of the scapegoats for the debacle in May even though it wasn't his fault.

Maybe with Gregory Campbell on the team the B's get a little more justice.

As for the other discussion of course Lindros is getting into the Hockey Hall of Very Good. I can't believe the discussions on the HF boards about whether a guy like Rob Blake will make it in, like there's a doubt. This isn't the baseball hall.

 

[risingstar]

Great pick up by the Bruins. Horton isn't at his peak yet.
A good player with decent size.

As for the Habs... They certainly didn't really overpay for Plecanec. At 70 points, he was due a large pay grade and you just know someone out there was prepared to pay him big bucks. Sadly, I think the Habs now have thirty cents left in their salary cap. I sure hope they find a way to get rid of the Kotstysins, otherwise that's pretty much it for the summer for the Habs.

I think Lapierre will be around for a while longer. The Habs' (Blues) recent pick up might start in the farm system anyway.

Odd move by the Habs, whos the odd center out??? Maxipad???

What odd move? The Darche signing?

 

[Bodie The Cursed]

STFU ELI

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[Eli26]

Preachin' to the choir. However, there are lots of people who side with Bobby Clarke who think Lindros is a spoiled brat. I wouldn't be surprised if he misses the first ballot. If he does miss the mark, I sure hope we don't see his parents coming out and complaining. We've certainly heard/seen enough of them over the years.

Oh and as if Bobby Clarke an even bigger douche bag has a right to say crap... he's just as bad as Lindros.

And yeah, I can't stand Lindros' father but lets just say he's not a Mike Danton in terms of douche bags. He deserves to be in the Hall, douche or no douche.

 

[Eli26]

Great pick up by the Bruins. Horton isn't at his peak yet.
A good player with decent size.

As for the Habs... They certainly didn't really overpay for Plecanec. At 70 points, he was due a large pay grade and you just know someone out there was prepared to pay him big bucks. Sadly, I think the Habs now have thirty cents left in their salary cap. I sure hope they find a way to get rid of the Kotstysins, otherwise that's pretty much it for the summer for the Habs.

I think Lapierre will be around for a while longer. The Habs' (Blues) recent pick up might start in the farm system anyway.




What odd move? The Darche signing?

The Darche signing was well deserved for both sides. The Plekanec signing, not-so-much. He hasn't done enough to justify that kind of salary. He's an Oprah, or in easier relative terms... Vaclav Prospal. You know, the whole yo-yo effect... a strong year followed by a lackluster one. Repeat, rinse, and cycle That sort of thing. Now back to Darche. That guy is a great depth guy, has an element of offence to his game, and comes very cheap. He works hard, so they were smart to resign him. He reminds me of a poor man's Mark Streit in terms of an older player who's seen some light at the end of that NHL tunnel.

btw Aside from his streaky nature and his band-aid boy label, Boston sure got a nice power forward with a decent upside in Nathan Horton. He went for Dennis Wideman. If they get a healthy year out of Horton they clearly win this deal, since he's only a few weeks into 25 years of age. He had 50 points in 52 games prior to going down with an injury and was celebrated amongst the Florida fans alike vs. the year prior where many fans said he looked lethargic and lazy out there. He showed a lot more determination, it was just unfortunate the guy went down with yet another injury and didn't look the same in his return scoring some 7 points in the following 13 games. I think this trade could have been a premature one for the Panthers.

He has an upside of 40 goals and 80 points. That's if he can play 82 games. He's missed a total of 32 games in the past two seasons combined but with a stud playmaking forward (no offence to Stephen Weiss) the goals should come playing with Marc Savard.

This deal could even make dealing Phil Kessel look even more brilliant. One of Hall/Seguin, 3 other 1st rounders that could be high and Horton for Kessel and Wideman. Fricking brilliant Boston. Fricking brilliant!

 

[Deeznutz6]

Great pick up by the Bruins. Horton isn't at his peak yet.
A good player with decent size.

As for the Habs... They certainly didn't really overpay for Plecanec. At 70 points, he was due a large pay grade and you just know someone out there was prepared to pay him big bucks. Sadly, I think the Habs now have thirty cents left in their salary cap. I sure hope they find a way to get rid of the Kotstysins, otherwise that's pretty much it for the summer for the Habs.

I think Lapierre will be around for a while longer. The Habs' (Blues) recent pick up might start in the farm system anyway.




What odd move? The Darche signing?

Didnt think they would resign Plex once they traded for Ellers, now they have 5 centers and zero money on the cap.
I think 5 mill is good for him also, people are quick to forget his 70 points and exceptional PK time

 

[Eli26]

Didnt think they would resign Plex once they traded for Ellers, now they have 5 centers and zero money on the cap.
I think 5 mill is good for him also, people are quick to forget his 70 points and exceptional PK time

One 70 point season and we know how this will play out... one good season is followed by a lackluster one. We'll see if this is a good signing in a few years.

 

[risingstar]

One 70 point season and we know how this will play out... one good season is followed by a lackluster one. We'll see if this is a good signing in a few years.

I think Plec's name was being thrown around in trade talks two seasons ago -- especially in regards to the Vinnie trade talks with Tampa. In any event, that's what they were using to explain Plec's lackluster year. Yeah, I know, he should a be a bigger man/professional. Then again, he has described his own play as "like a little girl" at times.

That's also probably why Plec asked for a no trade clause. It wasn't fun for him.

 

[risingstar]

Anyone feel the Earthquake in Montreal today?
I did. I never felt one before. Creepy.

 

[Deeznutz6]

I did my collection started rattling in my office, I was like WTF an dran downstairs

 

[risingstar]

I did my collection started rattling in my office, I was like WTF an dran downstairs

Out of curiosity, what do you collect?