Official 2012 NHL Playoffs Thread *Poll*

Bruce Boudreau fired this morning. Former London Knights (OHL) coach is his replacement.

I called this about a week ago after the Leafs wiped the floor with them. I think a lot of people saw this coming though.

It's funny, there was a tweet from a fake Nick Kypreos account saying that Boudreau was going to be (or had been) fired and replaced with Hunter last night lol.

Bruce Boudreau fired this morning. Former London Knights (OHL) coach is his replacement.

I called this about a week ago after the Leafs wiped the floor with them. I think a lot of people saw this coming though.

It's funny, there was a tweet from a fake Nick Kypreos account saying that Boudreau was going to be (or had been) fired and replaced with Hunter last night lol.

JohnBean42

I'm not surprised by the firing either. Not sure what will happen to the Cpas after this though but the last couple games have been bad.

having met Bruce, I am sad to see him go. He is such a character and had brought a fresh take on things, but the players have long since not responding to him. I can't imagine coming into a gig like this. All these super stars who won't play to their potential, what do you do? I only hope my Caps can still make it into the playoffs!

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Bruce Boudreau fired this morning. Former London Knights (OHL) coach is his replacement.

I called this about a week ago after the Leafs wiped the floor with them. I think a lot of people saw this coming though.

It's funny, there was a tweet from a fake Nick Kypreos account saying that Boudreau was going to be (or had been) fired and replaced with Hunter last night lol.

Los9090

So apparently Ryan Miller faked a concussion so Lucic could get suspended (paraphrased of course)

His quote was that he "probably never had a concussion."

having met Bruce, I am sad to see him go. He is such a character and had brought a fresh take on things, but the players have long since not responding to him. I can't imagine coming into a gig like this. All these super stars who won't play to their potential, what do you do? I only hope my Caps can still make it into the playoffs!

pokecharm

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having met Bruce, I am sad to see him go. He is such a character and had brought a fresh take on things, but the players have long since not responding to him. I can't imagine coming into a gig like this. All these super stars who won't play to their potential, what do you do? I only hope my Caps can still make it into the playoffs!

sherman-tank1

So apparently Ryan Miller faked a concussion so Lucic could get suspended (paraphrased of course)

His quote was that he "probably never had a concussion."

JohnBean42

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having met Bruce, I am sad to see him go. He is such a character and had brought a fresh take on things, but the players have long since not responding to him. I can't imagine coming into a gig like this. All these super stars who won't play to their potential, what do you do? I only hope my Caps can still make it into the playoffs!

JohnBean42

I hate to say it, but I think selfish and self righteous are all terms you could use for my Caps. After listening to their locker room interviews yesterday, I was really disappointed. Some of them are getting paid millions and millions of dollars and they don't feel like playing? So a guy loses his job because you don't feel like playing? I hate to root against my own team, but I'm very conflicted about all of this.

A lot of talk about Bobby Ryan on the block and of course, Burke is interested. And why wouldn't he be? Huge offensive upgrade (3 straight 30 goal seasons), he drafted Ryan and really likes the player. Had very high praise at the Olympics last year.

For the Leafs, a package of Grabo, Aulie/Gunnarsson and maybe a first rounder or one of Kulemin/Kadri would get things started. I don't even think that would be enough.

And Kessel leads all players in ASG votes, Reimer 3rd in goalies while being hurt. I'm sure a lot of people are upset with both:P I'd love to see Kessel captain and pick Ovie last:lol:

And Kessel leads all players in ASG votes, Reimer 3rd in goalies while being hurt. I'm sure a lot of people are upset with both:P I'd love to see Kessel captain and pick Ovie last:lol:

JohnBean42

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And Kessel leads all players in ASG votes, Reimer 3rd in goalies while being hurt. I'm sure a lot of people are upset with both:P I'd love to see Kessel captain and pick Ovie last:lol:

gameeer1

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And Kessel leads all players in ASG votes, Reimer 3rd in goalies while being hurt. I'm sure a lot of people are upset with both:P I'd love to see Kessel captain and pick Ovie last:lol:

JohnBean42

I don't know...he does have too much class, but it'd be funny. And I agree. I just meant I'm sure Bruin, Habs or Sens fans can't be happy to see a Leaf at the top, and another (Phaneuf) almost top of the Dmen.JohnBean42

[QUOTE="JohnBean42"] I don't know...he does have too much class, but it'd be funny. And I agree. I just meant I'm sure Bruin, Habs or Sens fans can't be happy to see a Leaf at the top, and another (Phaneuf) almost top of the Dmen.sherman-tank1

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[QUOTE="JohnBean42"] I don't know...he does have too much class, but it'd be funny. And I agree. I just meant I'm sure Bruin, Habs or Sens fans can't be happy to see a Leaf at the top, and another (Phaneuf) almost top of the Dmen.JohnBean42

Also, is Chara like the most hated player in the NHL or something?

Gah, I hate how the Bruins hardly ever get the first goal. Oh well, comeback time.

Also, is Chara like the most hated player in the NHL or something?

sherman-tank1

Well, this game looks over. That was terrible by Schenn. Then gets out muscled by Lucic.

Cody Franson got scratched late....a Bobby Ryan deal is "imminent". NYR and Philly aren't factors. Hmmm...showcase for Aulie? Or Franson on the block? Ducks want a top 4 Dman, and like Franson. I have no problem trading him and Kulemin.

Ugh. Well, there is always Saturday I guess... But it was definitely an improvement over the last two games they played against them. That being said, WTF SCHENN BHFBDSKNAHBFDNZUBSKFSKFJKLDBNSIJDK

Kudos to the Bruins for not losing in regulation the entire month, that takes a lot of effort.

Good game to the Leaf fans. Looking forward to our next game.

Good game to the Leaf fans. Looking forward to our next game.

sherman-tank1

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Good game to the Leaf fans. Looking forward to our next game.

gameeer1

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Good game to the Leaf fans. Looking forward to our next game.

sherman-tank1

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[QUOTE="gameeer1"] Whenever I go home for the weekend, my mother knows the TV is off limits at 7PM EST for me and my dad. :vgameeer1

Do you think Reimer actually starts on Saturday, or Gustavsson has a short leash? 3 games, 3 losses, a lot of goals. Not all his fault, but still.

[QUOTE="gameeer1"][QUOTE="sherman-tank1"]Ha, I put all of my homework I had to do to watch this.

JohnBean42

Do you think Reimer actually starts on Saturday, or Gustavsson has a short leash? 3 games, 3 losses, a lot of goals. Not all his fault, but still.

Almost off the press, After being fired by the Washington Capitals, Bruce Boudreau takes over head coaching duties of the Anaheim Ducks.

Well, that was fast.

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[QUOTE="gameeer1"] I had my final in Finno-Urgic linguistics tonight and ended at 7. As soon as I finished I was all "F*** GOTTA GO HOME LEAFS GAME IS ON"gameeer1

Do you think Reimer actually starts on Saturday, or Gustavsson has a short leash? 3 games, 3 losses, a lot of goals. Not all his fault, but still.

Almost off the press, After being fired by the Washington Capitals, Bruce Boudreau takes over head coaching duties of the Anaheim Ducks.

Well, that was fast.

gameeer1

just saw this on ESPN - I'm so relieved for Boudreau - he deserves better than what he got from his players!

[QUOTE="gameeer1"][QUOTE="JohnBean42"] I had to study for a chemistry and biology test tomorrow. So I did all that this afternoon. Now I forget everything.

Do you think Reimer actually starts on Saturday, or Gustavsson has a short leash? 3 games, 3 losses, a lot of goals. Not all his fault, but still.

JohnBean42

I thought of that last night. A lot of Leaf fans are upset about how many Americans there are, plus the GM and coach. But they want Ryan. I think Boudreau's hiring will slow down trade talks...until they continue losing. But a trade was "imminent", so we'll see. JohnBean42

[QUOTE="JohnBean42"]I thought of that last night. A lot of Leaf fans are upset about how many Americans there are, plus the GM and coach. But they want Ryan. I think Boudreau's hiring will slow down trade talks...until they continue losing. But a trade was "imminent", so we'll see. sherman-tank1

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[QUOTE="JohnBean42"]I thought of that last night. A lot of Leaf fans are upset about how many Americans there are, plus the GM and coach. But they want Ryan. I think Boudreau's hiring will slow down trade talks...until they continue losing. But a trade was "imminent", so we'll see. JohnBean42

[QUOTE="JohnBean42"][QUOTE="sherman-tank1"]Why does it it matter how much Americans there are on the team. Last season the Bruins only had 3 Americans and I didn't see anyone complain about that.

gameeer1

Move the team? That'd be the dumbest thing Bettman had ever done. Tell her than just cause American investors own a part, only the teachers pensions part of MLSE, won't mean they move:lol:

JohnBean42

So Reimer is cleared to play. But Wilson said today they've told Gus that he's starting, as expected. I see no problem with Reimer starting though. Why not get him back in there? Having him sit on the bench won't help him get back into shape, plus Gus and Scrivens are 0-3 this year vs. Boston. I think Gus will have a short leash.

And I don't care if it's Boston and that they're playing hot. NYR are also very hot right now. So he'll start against a hot team regardless.

Remier is starting! Yay! Wilson said it was decided 3 years ago.

Remier is starting! Yay! Wilson said it was decided 3 years ago.

JohnBean42

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Remier is starting! Yay! Wilson said it was decided 3 years ago.

gameeer1

I don't know what it is, but I'm just not impressed with Schenn. Giveaways, isn't using his body, not getting the puck out. I would have no problem trading him for a top 6 or top 4 forward. We have enough depth. I like the play more of Aulie and Gardiner.

It's amazing how different this team plays differently defensively in front of Reimer. The second goal was bad but all in all, they look different.

Sigh... Even Rask needs to show us up. :c

Not going to lie, i am fairly certain JFJ got rid of Rask solely because he was Finnish and Pogge was Canadian. Look how that turned out with Raycroft and Pogge being a f***ing major flop.

Sigh... Even Rask needs to show us up. :c

Not going to lie, i am fairly certain JFJ got rid of Rask solely because he was Finnish and Pogge was Canadian. Look how that turned out with Raycroft and Pogge being a f***ing major flop.

gameeer1