I was saddened by the untimely death of Winnipeg Jets forward Rick Rypien.
Here's my article about the incident.
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Showing posts with label Vancouver. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vancouver. Show all posts
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Monday, June 20, 2011
Final Thoughts - NHL Playoffs
The Bruins deserved to win. Vancouver simply fell apart when it mattered the most. Every single flaw on the Canucks' roster was exposed.
Tim Thomas was phenomenal. An incredible performance.
Totals: 9 out of 15 - 60%
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Tim Thomas was phenomenal. An incredible performance.
Totals: 9 out of 15 - 60%
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Friday, June 10, 2011
It's Not Ugly. It's Just Misunderstood
Zamboni Ramblings are back!
The targets: Dave Cameron, the Canucks and the Jets. Plus there's some AHL and ECHL news and even a mention of Sarah Palin.
Only from Hockey54.com.
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The targets: Dave Cameron, the Canucks and the Jets. Plus there's some AHL and ECHL news and even a mention of Sarah Palin.
Only from Hockey54.com.
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Thursday, June 09, 2011
Re. Game 4, Stanley Cup Final
The Canucks have become incredibly undisciplined.
Luongo or Schneider? I'm glad I'm not Alain Vigneault right now.
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Luongo or Schneider? I'm glad I'm not Alain Vigneault right now.
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Tuesday, June 07, 2011
Re. Game 3, Stanley Cup Final
Vancouver got out-everything. Let's see what bounce they have on Wednesday.
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Thursday, June 02, 2011
Sunday, May 29, 2011
NHL Playoff Predictions - Stanley Cup Final
Round Three: Wrong, wrong and wrong.
Stanley Cup Final
Vancouver over Boston in six games
The Canucks must keep their foot on the gas at all times. Far too often, they take their foot off, allowing their opponents to take advantage. Any mistake will hurt Vancouver's chances. They must attack Tim Thomas.
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Stanley Cup Final
Vancouver over Boston in six games
The Canucks must keep their foot on the gas at all times. Far too often, they take their foot off, allowing their opponents to take advantage. Any mistake will hurt Vancouver's chances. They must attack Tim Thomas.
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Friday, May 13, 2011
NHL Playoff Predictions - Round Three
Round two: Two out of four. No perfect predictions.
On to the third round!
Western Conference Final
San Jose in 7
Eastern Conference Final
Tampa Bay in 6
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On to the third round!
Western Conference Final
San Jose in 7
Eastern Conference Final
Tampa Bay in 6
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Thursday, April 28, 2011
NHL Playoff Predictions - Round Two
Round One: 7 out of 8. No perfect predictions
On to the second round.
Eastern Conference
Tampa Bay in 7
Philadelphia in 6
Western Conference
Detroit in 6
Vancouver in 4
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On to the second round.
Eastern Conference
Tampa Bay in 7
Philadelphia in 6
Western Conference
Detroit in 6
Vancouver in 4
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Wednesday, April 13, 2011
NHL Playoff Predictions - Round One
Here we go!
Western Conference
Vancouver in 6
San Jose in 5
Detroit in 7
Anaheim in 7
Eastern Conference
Washington in 6
Boston in 6 (As a Habs fan, I really hope I'm wrong)
Philadelphia in 4
Tampa Bay in 6
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Western Conference
Vancouver in 6
San Jose in 5
Detroit in 7
Anaheim in 7
Eastern Conference
Washington in 6
Boston in 6 (As a Habs fan, I really hope I'm wrong)
Philadelphia in 4
Tampa Bay in 6
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Friday, October 29, 2010
Friday, March 05, 2010
Re. Ryan Miller
It's almost been a week since Canada won the gold medal in hockey. While I'm proud of Syd and his teammates, I also feel really sad for Ryan Miller.
Why, you ask?
Well (cheap plug time), this new Hockey54.com article will tell you why.
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Why, you ask?
Well (cheap plug time), this new Hockey54.com article will tell you why.
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Tuesday, March 02, 2010
Five Things I Won't Miss About The Olympics
1. The "I Believe" theme song. I thought it was alright the first time I heard it. After hearing it a gazillion more times, my opinion changed.
2. The phrase "Own the Podium." Lock it up and throw away the key.
3. Commercials for Bell. They were very annoying. At least the RBC guy had some style.
4. Commercials for CTV's Olympic store. No, I don't want to buy a five-disc boxset, I don't want to buy an Olympic bib and I don't want to buy a customized stick. Stop asking!
5. Commercials for Ontario Tourism. The song and its arrangement is too predictable. I know there's no place like this. I live here! I'm in Ontario, y'all!
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2. The phrase "Own the Podium." Lock it up and throw away the key.
3. Commercials for Bell. They were very annoying. At least the RBC guy had some style.
4. Commercials for CTV's Olympic store. No, I don't want to buy a five-disc boxset, I don't want to buy an Olympic bib and I don't want to buy a customized stick. Stop asking!
5. Commercials for Ontario Tourism. The song and its arrangement is too predictable. I know there's no place like this. I live here! I'm in Ontario, y'all!
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Monday, March 01, 2010
Re. Canada 3 USA 2
My oh my. Sometimes you're lucky, sometimes you're not. Yesterday, luck was on Canada's side.
To be honest, the winning goal caught me off guard. It happened so fast. I think there were a few people (like the CTV cameraman) who were also caught off guard. Nevertheless, Syd banked it in and Canada wins the gold.
This game could've gone either way. Full credit to the Americans. No one expected this from them. They played a great game and this is only the beginning for USA Hockey. Ryan Miller was outstanding. Despite the loss, he was the best player in this tournament.
As for Canada....what more can one say. Sydney Crosby didn't register a point in nine periods and no one will remember that. From this point forward, people will talk about Crosby's goal. Hopefully, we'll also talk about the contributions from Luongo, Towes and Getzlaf, who worked their tails off for our country.
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To be honest, the winning goal caught me off guard. It happened so fast. I think there were a few people (like the CTV cameraman) who were also caught off guard. Nevertheless, Syd banked it in and Canada wins the gold.
This game could've gone either way. Full credit to the Americans. No one expected this from them. They played a great game and this is only the beginning for USA Hockey. Ryan Miller was outstanding. Despite the loss, he was the best player in this tournament.
As for Canada....what more can one say. Sydney Crosby didn't register a point in nine periods and no one will remember that. From this point forward, people will talk about Crosby's goal. Hopefully, we'll also talk about the contributions from Luongo, Towes and Getzlaf, who worked their tails off for our country.
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Saturday, February 27, 2010
Re. Canada 3 Slovakia 2
Yes, a rare Saturday post. I figure if Lloyd Robertson will do newscasts on the weekends during the Olympics, then I'm more than allowed to make a weekend post.
What happened in the third period cannot happen on Sunday. Seriously, my heart rate nearly hit 200bpm during the final minute. Canada took their foot off the accelerator and it nearly cost them. At this point in the tournament, you must floor it!
One thing we know for certain: Jaro Halak is going to make some sweet coin this summer.
Keys for Sunday: Create traffic in front of the net and aim high. That's the only way Canada is going to beat Ryan Miller and the USA.
Enjoy the game.
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What happened in the third period cannot happen on Sunday. Seriously, my heart rate nearly hit 200bpm during the final minute. Canada took their foot off the accelerator and it nearly cost them. At this point in the tournament, you must floor it!
One thing we know for certain: Jaro Halak is going to make some sweet coin this summer.
Keys for Sunday: Create traffic in front of the net and aim high. That's the only way Canada is going to beat Ryan Miller and the USA.
Enjoy the game.
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Friday, February 26, 2010
Re. Canada 2 USA 0
The Oilers of the 80's, the Habs of the 50's-70's, the Canadian Women's Hockey Team.
When reflecting on the history of hockey, we place an emphasis on dynasties. As far as I'm concerned, the women's hockey team must be included in that category. 3x gold medal champions. How many teams/countries could pull that off? Very few. I think even the US Dream Team didn't pull that off.
This team is very special. While we all focus on the men, I hope we take a moment and recognize just how lucky we are to witness this legendary team in action.
One other thing: If I was running the Hockey Hall of Fame, Hailey Wickenheiser would be a shoo-in. Forget the 3-year waiting period. She's deserves to be there. Gretzky, Lemieux, Wickenheiser.
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When reflecting on the history of hockey, we place an emphasis on dynasties. As far as I'm concerned, the women's hockey team must be included in that category. 3x gold medal champions. How many teams/countries could pull that off? Very few. I think even the US Dream Team didn't pull that off.
This team is very special. While we all focus on the men, I hope we take a moment and recognize just how lucky we are to witness this legendary team in action.
One other thing: If I was running the Hockey Hall of Fame, Hailey Wickenheiser would be a shoo-in. Forget the 3-year waiting period. She's deserves to be there. Gretzky, Lemieux, Wickenheiser.
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Thursday, February 25, 2010
Re. Canada 7 Russia 3
I am stunned. I was not expecting that kind of result. I thought it would be a 1-0, 2-1, 3-2 kind of game; maybe a shootout would be needed.
Team Canada was focused and dominated. They ignored all the hype, all the pressure and played a solid game. The main factor is Roberto Luongo. He's playing in his home arena and looks comfortable and confident. That is something that carries over to his teammates.
Next up: The Semi-Finals. But first: The gold-medal final for women's hockey. Go Canada Go!
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Team Canada was focused and dominated. They ignored all the hype, all the pressure and played a solid game. The main factor is Roberto Luongo. He's playing in his home arena and looks comfortable and confident. That is something that carries over to his teammates.
Next up: The Semi-Finals. But first: The gold-medal final for women's hockey. Go Canada Go!
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Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Re. Canada 8 Germany 2
I take back everything I said about Brodeur on Monday. Roberto Luongo must start against Russia tonight. I love Marty and thought he should start because of his experience in these types of situations. But experience doesn't always equal success.
Babcock has to stick with the hotter goaltender and in this case, it's Luongo.
Having said that...
Canada, don't plan the parade just yet. Russia is scary good. Tonight's match will be a war of attrition.
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Babcock has to stick with the hotter goaltender and in this case, it's Luongo.
Having said that...
Canada, don't plan the parade just yet. Russia is scary good. Tonight's match will be a war of attrition.
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Monday, February 22, 2010
Re. USA 5 Canada 3
That was quite the game. There are four things I want to say about it:
1. Ryan Miller......DAMN! Once again, we see why goaltending is sooooo crucial for this kind of tournament. Canada out shot the USA. The score could've been at least 7-5 for Canada. The Americans won because of Ryan Miller.
2. Canada, don't panic.
3. Stevie Y, if you're reading this, cut the cable and don't allow any newspapers into the hotel. Our boys don't need to see, watch or listen to all the craziness/panic/end of the world feeling that's about to take place.
4. Marty, it's a goalie stick, not a baseball bat. Next time, catch the puck and hold onto it. Had you done that, it would've been a different result. Babcock has two choices: he either plays Marty on Tuesday and then again for the quarterfinal match; or, he puts Luongo in on Tuesday and saves Marty for the quarterfinal match. If it was me, I'd go with the ladder. Marty still has it. But he's older and needs more rest than usual.
(Glad to get that off my chest. Thank you)
Meanwhile, my latest article from Hockey54.com is (possibly) the only North American feature on Team Norway. They might not be the best, but they deserve some attention, right?
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1. Ryan Miller......DAMN! Once again, we see why goaltending is sooooo crucial for this kind of tournament. Canada out shot the USA. The score could've been at least 7-5 for Canada. The Americans won because of Ryan Miller.
2. Canada, don't panic.
3. Stevie Y, if you're reading this, cut the cable and don't allow any newspapers into the hotel. Our boys don't need to see, watch or listen to all the craziness/panic/end of the world feeling that's about to take place.
4. Marty, it's a goalie stick, not a baseball bat. Next time, catch the puck and hold onto it. Had you done that, it would've been a different result. Babcock has two choices: he either plays Marty on Tuesday and then again for the quarterfinal match; or, he puts Luongo in on Tuesday and saves Marty for the quarterfinal match. If it was me, I'd go with the ladder. Marty still has it. But he's older and needs more rest than usual.
(Glad to get that off my chest. Thank you)
Meanwhile, my latest article from Hockey54.com is (possibly) the only North American feature on Team Norway. They might not be the best, but they deserve some attention, right?
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