Does not sound like Sid will be ready for game one.
- nbartley9

Unless the doctors don't clear him this afternoon, I fully expect him to play tomorrow. One of Sid's best qualities is his ability to adapt his game to his line mates. I don't think he needs a practice or 2 to get comfortable like some players might.

Leafs Bruins is going to be a barn burner.
- nbartley9

Yeah, it'll be interesting. Definitely feels like it has a chance to get nasty. To me though. it's the only one like that in the East. I know a lot of people will be hyped for the Rangers and Capitals but I could care less. Same for Senators and Habs although that's one to keep an eye on too.

Josh Yohe said to Vinnie and Cook that he thought that Sid's appointment as this morning, that's whats frustration about this stuff a lot of things floating around out there. When Howard Eskin reports it ill believe it.

Unless the doctors don't clear him this afternoon, I fully expect him to play tomorrow. One of Sid's best qualities is his ability to adapt his game to his line mates. I don't think he needs a practice or 2 to get comfortable like some players might.
- Sasquatchernaut

he's been practicing...

Unless the doctors don't clear him this afternoon, I fully expect him to play tomorrow. One of Sid's best qualities is his ability to adapt his game to his line mates. I don't think he needs a practice or 2 to get comfortable like some players might.
- Sasquatchernaut

Definitely not. A few shifts and he will be fine. Questions are: Does he get cleared? If so, does he keep the protective gear(bane mask) on? I say I don't know and yes.

he's been practicing...
- Killian

I think he means with usual linemates. He's been with Vitale and Jeffrey.

Josh Yohe said to Vinnie and Cook that he thought that Sid's appointment as this morning, that's whats frustration about this stuff a lot of things floating around out there. When Howard Eskin reports it ill believe it.
- nbartley9

He needs to do predictions on the stock market

Unless the doctors don't clear him this afternoon, I fully expect him to play tomorrow. One of Sid's best qualities is his ability to adapt his game to his line mates. I don't think he needs a practice or 2 to get comfortable like some players might.
- Sasquatchernaut

Quick question, why would you not sit him the entire series even if he is cleared. If you go down a game (which you won't), bring him in.

Like you said, it's not like he needs time to get into "game shape". The guys been in NHL shape since he was 12. I'd let him watch and if things go wrong, throw him in.

Yohe just updated Twitter saying that it is confirmed his appointment IS this afternoon.

Quick question, why would you not sit him the entire series even if he is cleared. If you go down a game (which you won't), bring him in.

Like you said, it's not like he needs time to get into "game shape". The guys been in NHL shape since he was 12. I'd let him watch and if things go wrong, throw him in.
- kencan98

If he's cleared by the doctors then he should play. I see what you're saying but if he's not cleared then he sits. That's the only reason. The Penguins aren't looking at any game, let alone a series, as a cakewalk.

If he's cleared by the doctors then he should play. I see what you're saying but if he's not cleared then he sits. That's the only reason. The Penguins aren't looking at any game, let alone a series, as a cakewalk.
- HopintheCordoba

If Sid is cleared he plays.

The Penguins aren't looking at any game, let alone a series, as a cakewalk.
- HopintheCordoba

That's a good point. I guess even if it's highly unlikely, anything can happen.

We all know you miss Sidney, don't worry though he will be back soon. Maybe this will hold you over.

- nbartley9

Yes I do, he's a hell of a player.

Playoff previews for both Conferences if you want them:

West: http://hockeyhurts.com/co...estern-conference-preview

East: http://www.hockeyhurts.co...onference-playoff-preview

Besides the Penguins-Isles what series pumps you guys up the most.
Both east and west
Ducks-Wings
Leafs-Bruins
are my picks
- nbartley9

Pens - Hawks

Playoff previews for both Conferences if you want them:

West: http://hockeyhurts.com/co...estern-conference-preview

East: http://www.hockeyhurts.co...onference-playoff-preview
- Gunner Staal

Looks good. Not to nitpick too much, "Islanders, why they WILL win"???? lol

Looks good. Not to nitpick too much, "Islanders, why they WILL win"???? lol
- AncasterPens

I'll have a talk with the editor.

As long as Crobsy is ready for round 2 then I will be happy. If the doctors give him the clearance then go ahead and play him now. Now that he is practicing with the team I'm not as worried. He'll be in there soon enough.

I remember Pat Lafontaine playing an extended period of time with a broke jaw, I'm not worried about Crosby.

"I will wear a football helmet if that gets me cleared to play"

~Sidney Crosby

On one hand the line juggling by Bylsma does not promote chemistry between line mates , but on the other hand if everybody plays with all different line mates they get more of a team chemistry ? Any word on Crosby ?

"I will wear a football helmet if that gets me cleared to play"

~Sidney Crosby
- Killian

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T-YDNXggCYQ

Definitely not. A few shifts and he will be fine. Questions are: Does he get cleared? If so, does he keep the protective gear(bane mask) on? I say I don't know and yes.
- HopintheCordoba

I think Said told Mark Madden during his interview that he's fine with the protective mask.

I think Said told Mark Madden during his interview that he's fine with the protective mask.
- Sasquatchernaut

Cool. Hopefully we get good news shortly.

Anyone watching a specific game tonight? Going to the movies with the lady so will miss the matches.