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Rinne pulled. Yikes!

Ugh. If we're going to spend some time on this, I will say that with 20/20 hindsight, we could have done Lehner far better than we did and should have kept ROR. The problems in the organization exposed by these two players really had nothing to do with them.

I'd like to see Washington win, just so Trotz can beat them and stick it to 'em.

Torts and Trotz.

This is a night that highlights good coaching.

Do we want any of those guys? Anyone but someone on the first line or first pair?

I hate Pittsburgh. What a sweet night.

I was thinking the Island, but, then I thought...not really. ? BOOM!

Tampa was the premiere team to beat this season. Who is a better match in the playoffs?

Jeebus.

Torts can barely contain himself.

HAHAHAHA!

Amazing. Great game.

I agree. However, on Lehner, it's nice to see someone beat back their personal demons. I hate to see talent go to waste.

Bobrovsky is going to win this game for them.

Really, you blame Lehner for that mistake?

There's no room for personal growth in your world, is there?

That's what I liked about Lehner.

I think you're right.

Who is nostalgic?

You know Terry is dying to make good on his words to Lindy.

Right, the difference between HC and AC makes a difference. You would have a better feel on what would happen here, but still, I don't know if would be THAT bad.

Nolan came back as HC. I'm not saying that's what I want, but: It wouldn't surprise me. It wouldn't terribly upset me.

You know, the mention of Lindy doesn't necessarily cause a nervous twitch. An assistant job would be okay by me.

Tippett has a good record but he is signed as an adviser to Seattle. He fits the parameters if the Sabres could lure him here. Tippett has caught my attention - seems like the last "good", experienced coach available.