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Pull out a pocket knife on the basketball court and deflate the ball. Not really comparable but that type of rage. I’ve seen golf clubs abused, that is similar. I don’t want my son to do that either.

He has gone through 5. We got warranty (30 days) to cover 2 of them.

Good comparable. That duo played almost 30 minutes each. There was a Norris trophy Dman on the ice at all times. Selanne was the only superstar forward on that Cup winner. Getzlaf and Perry were emerging stars.

If Dahlin and Power develop into #1 Dmen, this team will be difficult to play against. The possession numbers will favour our team. If Mule keeps improving, this defense could be the best I’ve seen since the Avs had Blake, Bourque and Foote. It will be hard to get to the Habs big 3 level (Robinson, Savard, Lapointe) but you never know. Mule, Johnson or a draft pick could be the next big piece.

One thing that Power’s decision did for me was to be more patient and think longer term for development. The Sabres have been picking so early for a while that these guys have been inserted immediately and put under the pressure of NHL hockey and fans’ expectations. I would like Nemec or Jiricek but I am not opposed to taking a RHD like Nelson with a later pick.

It is challenging for a coach to tick all of the boxes on a checklist. Even HOF coaches wear out their welcome at some point. They lose the room, don’t keep up with innovations, lose their passion or just don’t mesh with their bosses and/or star players. I think DG is doing a good job with this group. They are building a team and seem to want to play for each other and DG. I think DG is smart enough to adapt to what is required for his team to take the next step. Defense is easier to teach than offense and he can implement his system once this young team’s creativity has blossomed. DG will reach a point where he will be let go, but I don’t see it on the horizon. If KA doesn’t address the goalie situation this may change.

The new culture will be in place for them to fit into, they will not be expected to create it or take a leading role. It will also be a new culture that they can join and help it grow. I am excited more and more every day.

After watching Toker last night, I am on board with giving him NHL games. Sign Portillo as well and let the 3 way battle begin.

I hear you, my youngest is U18AAA. One of the teams inviting him to junior tryouts says they give out 4 sticks per season. That could be the deal breaker.

If he knocks Matthews on his butt every time they meet, I’ll be happy.

I think his presence on the ice and in the room was growing but was accelerated by the trade. Maybe Jack holding court kept Dahlin in his shell. Good question.

We are all human. At least you’re not Don Cherry and spout off 12 things every Saturday for 30 years and no one ever looked at how his predictions played out. He used to drive me nuts when he played a 7 year old clip of his and says, “see, I told you that is how it works”. He was entertaining but had a dinosaur attitude. People here almost treated him as a saint. His recognition of the military and law enforcement people was nice though.

Not enough hopium in my stash to think this. However, drag out the elimination as long as possible and give everyone a good vibe for next year. Oh, and play spoiler vs some good teams to send a message.

Trying to remain positive by thinking of the old saying, “no news is good news”.

Only to stop kids from doing it when their parents are buying the sticks.

Went to bed with a smile on my face and woke up the same way. This team is good for my mental health if they keep improving.

Like I said earlier,last shot wins

Unreal

We want six

Tuch, yes!

Any shot has a chance of going in at both ends. Pepper him!

Or catch a bus to Rochester while Levi gets some games.

Last shot could win this game. Lankinen is brutal as well.

F**k Toker is full of holes

Comeback!