NHL Thread

[blueNDgold44]

To say the least if the Ducks don't win game 2 they are done. I'm thinking they are done anyway. Kings got a lot of momentum right now.

Not trying to jump the gun but assuming the Hawks advance I am much more nervous about facing LA and a hot Jonathan Quick than I am Anaheim.

 

[blueNDgold44]

Great PK by Pittsburgh and Rangers have lost absolutely all momentum with Crosby beating Lundy for his first of the postseason.

 

[chicago51]

Not trying to jump the gun but assuming the Hawks advance I am much more nervous about facing LA and a hot Jonathan Quick than I am Anaheim.

I'm as a football coach all I can say is never ever look ahead. Let's just get by the Wild first.

That being said ...

I tend to agree. Jonathan Quick can steal a series easily. The only thing I will say is that to have any chance against a hot J Quick you got to go high with your shots, you ain't gonna beat him down low. Blackhawks though got enough skilled shot makers that they'll have a chance.

 

[WakeUpEchoes]

This is an iconic moment.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>NHL ref confirms the Mighty Ducks were onside for "Flying V": <a href="http://t.co/qSUujk3E8H">http://t.co/qSUujk3E8H</a></p>— Deadspin (@Deadspin) <a href="https://twitter.com/Deadspin/statuses/463507234442706944">May 6, 2014</a></blockquote>
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[chicago51]

This is an iconic moment.
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" lang="en"><p>NHL ref confirms the Mighty Ducks were onside for "Flying V": <a href="http://t.co/qSUujk3E8H">http://t.co/qSUujk3E8H</a></p>— Deadspin (@Deadspin) <a href="https://twitter.com/Deadspin/statuses/463507234442706944">May 6, 2014</a></blockquote>
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Mighty Ducks D1 and D2 are in my top 10 favorite movies of all time. D3 had its moments but it was not the same.

I'm not ashamed to admit if the Mighty Ducks are on TV I will still watch them as a grown man.

 

[#1rish]

Mighty Ducks D1 and D2 are in my top 10 favorite movies of all time. D3 had its moments but it was not the same.

I'm not ashamed to admit if the Mighty Ducks are on TV I will still watch them as a grown man.

Same here. D3 didn't have enough Bombay.

I can see Disney re-booting the franchise with Charlie as coach or something like that.


Also, NHL 15 was revealed yesterday.

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http://www.easports.com/nhl/nhl15

New features for PS4 and Xbox One:

12 player NHL collision physics
"For the first time in any sports game, real-world physics affects every player through every on-ice collision with the new 12 Player NHL ® Collision Physics. Utilizing the power of the next generation consoles, and building off the critically-acclaimed NHL Collision Physics system, every player on the ice is governed by physics at all times. Feel the hard-hitting chaos of NHL hockey through true-to-life secondary collisions, net scrambles and player pileups, capturing the desperation of every shift."

Real puck physics
"The puck is one of the most complex items in the game to authentically replicate and it finally gets its due in NHL 15. Completely rebuilt puck physics result in a more realistic feel to every puck interaction. Everything on the ice, including the ice surface itself, is live which leads to the unpredictable and authentic puck spins, rolls and bounces seen in a real NHL game."

Authentic player and equipment models
"The Next Generation Hockey Player has been rebuilt from the ice up. Now player models have three distinct layers - the body, equipment, and jersey. Each layer interacts independently, making every contact with the puck or other players even more realistic. Dynamic Cloth technology adds an extra layer of realism as it reacts to the player’s movement as they explode up the ice, helping bring the speed of the game to life."

Unprecedented player likeness
"Powered by the same technology that brought the most realistic representation of the athlete to EA SPORTS UFC, NHL 15 delivers groundbreaking player likeness, emotion and animation. From the strides a player takes to get up the ice to the emotion on their face after scoring a game winning goal, the players are as real as they’ve ever been."

Superstar skill stick
"Now all the tools of an NHL superstar are in your hands. The revolutionary Skill Stick has evolved to give even more control to the player. Protect the puck, receive passes without breaking stride, and discover an arsenal of sweet new dekes, all with an intuitive right stick control scheme that is easy to use but packed with depth."

Authentic arenas
"There is no feeling like being there, and we are giving you the best seats in the house. The power of the next-gen consoles finally allows the NHL franchise to capture every detail of an NHL arena. Unique arena elements from 19,000+ seat capacities to lighting and player entrance tunnels are captured with a level of detail not possible on the previous generation. Now those home games will truly feel like home."

New commentary team
"New voices for a new generation. NHL 15 welcomes the NBC Sports commentary team of Mike 'Doc' Emrick and Eddie Olczyk to the broadcast booth. TSN analyst Ray Ferraro will provide game insights at ice level. Combined with Real Life Broadcast Integration that will feature real-world pre-game video commentary with Doc and Eddie set against in-game visuals, NHL 15 takes a revolutionary step forward in sports videogames; where the lines between the real world of sport broadcast and the game are blurred."

NBC sports game day presentation
"The most realistic broadcast package in a video game to-date is possible because of a new partnership with NBC Sports. Set the scene with the NHL on NBC crew welcoming you to the city during the game intros and immerse yourself in an experience that matches what you see on television with NHL on NBC graphics and branding."

Living crowds
"NHL 15 sets a new standard in videogames with over 9,000 individual crowd models with 4x the animations of previous generations. Take a look through the glass and you’ll see fans hold up signs with your name on them, costume wearing superfans, or even sections full of team rivals rooting against you. Feel their behavior change after dropping the gloves, landing a big hit, or scoring a clutch goal. The crowd is alive."

Vision AI
"An elevated level of player intelligence, Vision AI features evolved awareness with players reading and reacting to potential plays. Scoring area recognition, pass anticipation, and enhanced team breakouts all improve the flow of the game."

Doc Emrick as the new announcer, I am so fucking pumped. Looks like I'll have to finally upgrade to a next-gen system.

 

[ACamp1900]

Doc could be great, but games are usually REALLY repetitive in the first couple years of new commentary... I could see him getting pretty annoying saying the same things over and over.

 

[blueNDgold44]

Dammit, I haven't touched video games in months but I think I'm going to have to pick up an Xbox One and NHL 15 now.

 

[ACamp1900]

Dammit, I haven't touched video games in months but I think I'm going to have to pick up an Xbox One and NHL 15 now.

PS4... such free games. very win.

 

[blueNDgold44]

 

[blueNDgold44]

Is there anyone hotter than PK right now?

 

[RuntheBall]

I think he kind of looks like a penguin when he is sliding on the ice with his arms by his side...haha

 

[blueNDgold44]

Bollig and Brookbank in, Morin and Leddy scratched. Looks like Q is expecting tonight to be a physical game.

 

[chicago51]

I am so bummed out I'm missing the game right now!

I am happy to say I am getting my work schedule changed in a couple weeks once the semester (last one ever for me I hope!) is over with. Until then no Hawks games for me on Mon or Tue nights (sigh).

I got the mobile app programmed to tell me if anything significant happens but obviously I rather be watching the game.

 

[blueNDgold44]

Probably not even 15 shots combined in the 1st

 

[blueNDgold44]

Bryz is on his game, as weird as that sounds.

 

[chicago51]

Just got home, got to listen to the whole 3rd period in the car radio. I picked a good game to miss.

Was expecting the Wild to get one at home.

Everyone has days when they just suck. You move on.

 

[blueNDgold44]

Toews and Kane both had great chances to bury and get the Hawks back in the game in the 3rd but just couldn't get one by Bryz tonight.

 

[Emcee77]

Toews and Kane both had great chances to bury and get the Hawks back in the game in the 3rd but just couldn't get one by Bryz tonight.

Yep. The score makes that game look a lot more lopsided than it was. This was one of those games where both teams had chances and the team that won was the team that got the bounces, so to speak. The Hawks have come out on the winning end of games like that several times in these playoffs, so they were due to drop one. I'm sure they'll get back on track on Friday.

Don't get why Q went with Brookbank instead of Leddy unless it's just that he wanted to play a more physical game. Leddy is a great skater in the open ice who can lead the rush and generally gives our offense a bit more punch, IMO. Hindsight is always 20/20 but I'd like to see Leddy back in the lineup.

Bollig looked really good. I really liked his energy on the forecheck. I'm a big Morin fan but can't complain about Bollig last night.

Nordstrom looked good too. He is another great skater in the open ice. I like him on that speedy line with Saad and Kruger. But I really hope Shaw comes back. He just provides so much energy and tenacity and has a knack for making plays.

In other news, boy is that Montreal/Boston series exciting. I could watch those two teams go at it every night. P.K. Subban is a MAN.

 

[Monk McGinn]

Around the NHL: Flyers GM Paul Holmgren "promoted" to President.
(Don't think Paul's too happy about this) Ron Hextall, the new Flyers GM.
I'm pretty stoked about Hexy taking charge of our boys. Gonna be a wild
ride over the next couple months that's for damn sure.

 

[KPENN]

Around the NHL: Flyers GM Paul Holmgren "promoted" to President.
(Don't think Paul's too happy about this) Ron Hextall, the new Flyers GM.
I'm pretty stoked about Hexy taking charge of our boys. Gonna be a wild
ride over the next couple months that's for damn sure.

I think it was Holmgren's decision to be honest. The writing was sorta on the wall when Hextall took the assistant GM spot.

 

[KPENN]

KPENN-one week of this please. I'll go easy on you.

Done, started at 12:47am.

Alright i'm done.

 

[gkIrish]

Alright i'm done.

Thank you for participating. Rangers are about to be done too so we can live in misery together.

 

[#1rish]

GK, not trying to troll here, but what are your thoughts on Nash? A lot of Rangers fans i've seen want him gone next year.

 

[gkIrish]

GK, not trying to troll here, but what are your thoughts on Nash? A lot of Rangers fans i've seen want him gone next year.

He is frustrating the hell out of me. I lived in Columbus when he was a Blue Jacket and saw him completely take over games in person. I have no idea what his issue is right now. Maybe his early season concussion has made him play hesitant.

I don't want him gone but super frustrating.

 

[chicago51]

Bump

Blackhawks and Rangers get wins tonight. Although I am a heavy lean toward the Pens when it comes to that series.

 

[blueNDgold44]

What a start, fuck Matt Cooke.

 

[IrishSteelhead]

What a start, fuck Matt Cooke.

Fuck Paul Bunyan, Fuck Babe the Blue Ox, Fuck Matt Cooke.

*Soon to add: Fuck Teddy Bridgewater

 

[chicago51]

Don't worry boys, Blackhawks are taking this deal. Trust me. We got this thing!

 

[blueNDgold44]

Good finish to the 1st period