Hanson will regret this next game when he is getting his azz handed to him by Bollig or Carcillo.... That is if the little puke will even drop his gloves.
- HawksGuySince85

Bollig beating ass early in the game... Which he did... Real bad... Did a lot to deter that type of action... Oh wait...

First 2 periods the Hawks control the play, the 3rd Q brings out the 1-2-2 to try to conserve the lead and the Hawks play on their heals. This is why 3rd period leads go away.
- ikeane

They pressed in the third yo... Definitely did not sit in...

He won't drop 'em. Team culture. Look at how Bieksa goes after guys like Stalberg. Then last night a little jab at Sharp late in the game. Ever see him go after a tough guy? Never.

Just like Alexis and Kesler (see he's returned to the douche he was before the Olympics), Hanson is just following suit.

The best way to get back at them is a 7-1 beating on the scoreboard. But if there is a hit to be made, a clean, jaw shuttering hit that sends a guy flying, it should be made. Whether by Seabs, Bickell or Bollig. Just don't put your team at a huge disadvantage with something as egregious as a match penalty.
- blackhawk24

This... Awesome comment and really the only viable solution

I think the most gratifying thing from last night is that regardless of the outcome, the Canucks are not in the Hawks' league anymore. They used to be able to keep up with the Hawks but the Hawks were skating circles around them. I'm starting to think the only teams with a puncher's chance of beating the Hawks in the West come playoff time are the Kings (if they even make it) and the Blues. Also for both those teams to do it, they'll have to play a near perfect series.
- dan9189

I hope you're right but my big concern is can the Hawks play at this level in potentially 4 playoff series against 4 physical teams? Can guys like Kane, Hossa and Kruger hold up, do guys like Bickell, Oduya, Stallberg and Leddy have the stomach for it?

For example with the current lineup can the Hawks get by potentially, the Blues, Kings, Ducks and Boston?

I thought they played well in the 3rd except for the final 3 minutes. If Rozsival doesn't get that penalty we're probably looking at a 3-1 final. Also Johnny Oduya needs to stop making bonehead plays at the end of the game.

The act: a blatant forearm/elbow to the head of a defenseless player who had his back turned.
- CaptainBlackhawk

We aren't talking about the hit to the head of daniel Sedin...oh right, that one was ok.

The Canucks and their fans always show their true colors. I think expecting anything more/less from Vancouver and their fans is naive. They are not team or fan base that has shown a lot of class over the years and that continues to be that way.

I am glad Hawks fans didn't take the ridiculous notion of 'booing' Hansen every time he touched the puck like a bunch of tools. They will point to the Keith as justification for anything and everything they do, meanwhile forgetting the hits that concussed Seabs and Toews or the hair-pulling incident... their actions are always justifiable 'hockey plays'. Hard not to get worked up about it but the best way to deal with it is continue beating them, hope the league get it right with discipline, and hammer them every change you get between the whistles. Stay classy, stay above the fray.
- Sconnie

The best way to handle this bag of d icks is to keep the hammer down throughout the third period and win 6 - 1. Have them sucking wind and embarrassed. Of course, you take the big, clean hit if it presents itself.

We aren't talking about the hit to the head of daniel Sedin...oh right, that one was ok.
- rune_74

Certainly wasn't and most Hawk fans will tell you that. Then again we are rational...

Note: that hit was in retaliation to a dirty hit on the boards against him earlier in that game.

We aren't talking about the hit to the head of daniel Sedin...oh right, that one was ok.
- rune_74

You do know Keith got suspended 5 games for that hit right dope? So how does that make it ok?

is it that the head was the point of contact? because without a "run" I do not see how the head is not poaint of 80% of plays what do not involve sticks.
- Beatle_john

The Leaque will deal with the elbow. It will be what it will be. Hope Hossa is all right
He is a clean classy player
It was a cheap shot and typical of Hanson

Vancouver was out played by a wide margin all night

Great Goal Tending kept them in it and a couple of long shots find the net at the end

There are better teams in the West than Canucks
They seem slow but it maybe just last night

They have third locked up being in the NW

You do know Keith got suspended 5 games for that hit right dope? So how does that make it ok?
- droe411

It doesn't-Canuck fans are so delusional they're grasping at fabricated stories to justify that hit by the hack last night.

I hope you're right but my big concern is can the Hawks play at this level in potentially 4 playoff series against 4 physical teams? Can guys like Kane, Hossa and Kruger hold up, do guys like Bickell, Oduya, Stallberg and Leddy have the stomach for it?

For example with the current lineup can the Hawks get by potentially, the Blues, Kings, Ducks and Boston?
- paulr

I definitely think so although I'm not opposed to adding guys and going all in. They're going to outskate whoever they play, they just have too much speed and have 4 lines that can score. My big concern has always been and will be goaltending. Personally I thought last year's Hawks team was on the soft side but not this year. They aren't the 75 Flyers by any means but they hit more and play with more of an edge. When Carcillo comes back, he'll add to that physical mix.

Certainly wasn't and most Hawk fans will tell you that. Then again we are rational...

Note: that hit was in retaliation to a dirty hit on the boards against him earlier in that game.
- CaptainBlackhawk

hahaha justifying it as a retaliation hit for a a "dirty hit" by that monster twin, god you guys are hypocrites.

We aren't talking about the hit to the head of daniel Sedin...oh right, that one was ok.
- rune_74

Keith was suspended for that if you recall. Most Hawks fans think it was deserved - when was the last time you thought one of yours deserved a suspension? I'll hang up and listen for my answer.

I think the most gratifying thing from last night is that regardless of the outcome, the Canucks are not in the Hawks' league anymore. They used to be able to keep up with the Hawks but the Hawks were skating circles around them. I'm starting to think the only teams with a puncher's chance of beating the Hawks in the West come playoff time are the Kings (if they even make it) and the Blues. Also for both those teams to do it, they'll have to play a near perfect series.
- dan9189

The season's only 1/3 complete. Too early for these kinds of statements. On the us side...1/3 of the way into the season, zero regulation losses.

The Leaque will deal with the elbow. It will be what it will be. Hope Hossa is all right
He is a clean classy player
It was a cheap shot and typical of Hanson

Vancouver was out played by a wide margin all night

Great Goal Tending kept them in it and a couple of long shots find the net at the end

There are better teams in the West than Canucks
They seem slow but it maybe just last night

They have third locked up being in the NW



- PEIHawkFan

Hey it's the canucks stalker, this guy is a closet canucks fan

You do know Keith got suspended 5 games for that hit right dope? So how does that make it ok?
- droe411

Yet if Hansen gets any sort of suspension then this board will flood with Canuck fans saying the hit on Hossa was OK and the suspension is unjust

Question becomes, if Hoss is out, does Kane go up with Saad and Toews, Stalberg up with Sharp and Bolland, and so on, or does Hayes/Morin warrant a call up from the Hogs? Hopefully no concussion so not an issue, just thinking ahead

Keith was suspended for that if you recall. Most Hawks fans think it was deserved - when was the last time you thought one of yours deserved a suspension? I'll hang up and listen for my answer.
- mohel

Should have been more then 5 games, and it would have been if it wasn't for it being the clean keith.

I thought they played well in the 3rd except for the final 3 minutes. If Rozsival doesn't get that penalty we're probably looking at a 3-1 final. Also Johnny Oduya needs to stop making bonehead plays at the end of the game.
- dan9189

Agreed...and that penalty call was weak. Really weak.

Yet if Hansen gets any sort of suspension then this board will flood with Canuck fans saying the hit on Hossa was OK and the suspension is unjust

Question becomes, if Hoss is out, does Kane go up with Saad and Toews, Stalberg up with Sharp and Bolland, and so on, or does Hayes/Morin warrant a call up from the Hogs? Hopefully no concussion so not an issue, just thinking ahead
- ikeane

Carcillo is coming back - I wonder if he would spell Hoss on the second? That would be least disruptive to the lines (Q is not a fan of big changes when things are going well).

Yet if Hansen gets any sort of suspension then this board will flood with Canuck fans saying the hit on Hossa was OK and the suspension is unjust

Question becomes, if Hoss is out, does Kane go up with Saad and Toews, Stalberg up with Sharp and Bolland, and so on, or does Hayes/Morin warrant a call up from the Hogs? Hopefully no concussion so not an issue, just thinking ahead
- ikeane

Forgot Carcillo said he is ready to go, don't see a call up.

Should have been more then 5 games, and it would have been if it wasn't for it being the clean keith.
- rune_74

Then you will be ok with a suspension for Hansen? Still waiting for my answer - has a Canuck ever deserved a suspension in your mind? If so, who? I am on pins and needles waiting....

I hope you're right but my big concern is can the Hawks play at this level in potentially 4 playoff series against 4 physical teams? Can guys like Kane, Hossa and Kruger hold up, do guys like Bickell, Oduya, Stallberg and Leddy have the stomach for it?

For example with the current lineup can the Hawks get by potentially, the Blues, Kings, Ducks and Boston?
- paulr

You want something you are sure about to alleviate concern? Buy a term deposit with a fixed interest rate. This is the roster and team and playing style the Hawks are going with. Speed and superior skill is hard to compete with for any of the Blues, Predators, Kings etc when they never have the puck. Do you think any of those teams want to play the Hawks? But nobody knows how many injuries they will sustain before the playoffs or who they are going to be matched up with. The best teams don't always win.

I definitely think so although I'm not opposed to adding guys and going all in. They're going to outskate whoever they play, they just have too much speed and have 4 lines that can score. My big concern has always been and will be goaltending. Personally I thought last year's Hawks team was on the soft side but not this year. They aren't the 75 Flyers by any means but they hit more and play with more of an edge. When Carcillo comes back, he'll add to that physical mix.
- dan9189

If the powerplay is hitting on all cylinders maybe the Hawks can get by on speed but if that powerplay falters and teams don't fear taking liberties because of it the hawks could potentially go out very quickly. I'd like to see them add some size and to make sure that powerplay is feared.

And the league is a bunch of dumb@$$es for not calling just the dive. This whole thing of offsetting penalties won't stop the issue.
- blackhawk24

I agree if it's a dive it is not a penalty