While the Sharks aren't pushovers they're not overly physical either, at least they're nothing we can't handle.

If we're looking at the defense of each team I think we stack up a lot better than they do. We can role 3 D-pairings rather well, even if Keith and Seabrook may not be playing at the top of their game. San Jose's defense is slow and aside from Boyle there's not a lot of talent. They have some decent guys in Vlasic and Stuart but they're not game breakers.
- DarthKane

Plus the Hawks are a very disciplined team and more than likely won't be "goaded" into taking bad penalties......it may happen every now and again but not habitual. I believe they were one of the least penalized teams.

A eulogy, remembering the 2012-2013 Canucks!

http://sports.yahoo.com/b...164011848.html#more-58053


- paulr

Interesting stat...and look who the top playoff dog is

I want this to end tonight! As much as last game was JJ's test, I think this is as much of a statement game that the Hawks have the will to close a team out when they have them against the ropes. Cap's Serious wants the same.

Also, welcome back TruGrit!
- Kentxo

Thank you sir. Hoping to see some of the same "Closer" characteristics tonight. Wild ripe for the slaughter. Any thoughts on the Penguins/Isles?

Best bud is a Penguins guy down here, was trying to break to him that their goaltending and defense can/will be exposed to fast skilled teams. Still hoping for Hawks/Pens cup...but will see.

Thank you sir. Hoping to see some of the same "Closer" characteristics tonight. Wild ripe for the slaughter. Any thoughts on the Penguins/Isles?

Best bud is a Penguins guy down here, was trying to break to him that their goaltending and defense can/will be exposed to fast skilled teams. Still hoping for Hawks/Pens cup...but will see.
- TrueGrit

If Vokoun plays well (or if they simply get average 'tending), that team is loaded and can go far, but the Bruins are the team I think will come out of the East. I'd love another Hawks-Pens final...payback!

Interesting stat...and look who the top playoff dog is


- philco28

That was a great read.

Really? I'm surprised to see Carcillo back in the line-up.
- DarthKane

Feelings aside...But not really far to him to not get another chance.

The game was won and he hadn' played in awhile.

If the Hawks don't go to the Box as much Carcillo should get more minutes.

But at this point he is on a rather short leash.

Hawks do what it takes to defeat the
Wild 3-0 - My Fox Chicago:http://bit.ly/YunOfA

Follow me on Twitter@AlCimaglia

If Vokoun plays well (or if they simply get average 'tending), that team is loaded and can go far, but the Bruins are the team I think will come out of the East. I'd love another Hawks-Pens final...payback!
- Kentxo

Goaltending is part of the problem, the Pens will not go far with that group of defencemen and a suspect team defensive strategy.

Great story by Jason Botchford, Canuck beat writer, about the Canucks being the biggets whinners and divers in the league and the only way to ditch that reputation is to shut up. Good and truthful read.

http://www.theprovince.co...hining/8357415/story.html
- paulr

The other way to ditch it is to clean house, from the head coach down and that could easily happen.

Hawks do what it takes to defeat the
Wild 3-0 - My Fox Chicago:http://bit.ly/YunOfA

Follow me on Twitter@AlCimaglia

Thank you sir. Hoping to see some of the same "Closer" characteristics tonight. Wild ripe for the slaughter. Any thoughts on the Penguins/Isles?

Best bud is a Penguins guy down here, was trying to break to him that their goaltending and defense can/will be exposed to fast skilled teams. Still hoping for Hawks/Pens cup...but will see.
- TrueGrit

I want this match up too, to see Toews go up against Crosby.

I just typed too too.

The other way to ditch it is to clean house, from the head coach down and that could easily happen.

Hawks do what it takes to defeat the
Wild 3-0 - My Fox Chicago:http://bit.ly/YunOfA

Follow me on Twitter@AlCimaglia
- Al

We'll find out at 12:00 Pacific Time. Gillis is holding a press Conference where I'd bet he'll whine about the officials.

Thank you sir. Hoping to see some of the same "Closer" characteristics tonight. Wild ripe for the slaughter. Any thoughts on the Penguins/Isles?

Best bud is a Penguins guy down here, was trying to break to him that their goaltending and defense can/will be exposed to fast skilled teams. Still hoping for Hawks/Pens cup...but will see.
- TrueGrit

...and I thought we were rid of you...

Welcome back.

We'll find out at 12:00 Pacific Time. Gillis is holding a press Conference where I'd bet he'll whine about the officials.
- paulr

I can't wait for Esplen's opinion on this.

I can't wait for Esplen's opinion on this.
- EKolb13

Don't worry, he'll find someone to point his greezy finger at, I'm sure.

Elliotte Friedman @FriedgeHNIC
Mike Gillis: "We're going to do a thorough review" before making any decision on Alain Vigneault

I can do this in 10 seconds and four words - See Last Three Years

Plus the Hawks are a very disciplined team and more than likely won't be "goaded" into taking bad penalties......it may happen every now and again but not habitual. I believe they were one of the least penalized teams.
- UnnamedSource

Hawks have had 4 - 3 - 4- 6 = 17 against Minne - way too many.

...and I thought we were rid of you...
- EKolb13

Welcome back.

Thank you, need to take course at the Junior College to figure out the whole colored text thing. Technology not my thing...

Hawks have had 4 - 3 - 4- 6 = 17 against Minne - way too many.
- StLBravesFan

Imagine how many they'll have once they face a team that actually forechecks and has any semblance of an offense.
I do think Chicago is the type of team that will only get stronger, the deeper it goes into the playoffs though

Elliotte Friedman @FriedgeHNIC
Mike Gillis: "We're going to do a thorough review" before making any decision on Alain Vigneault

I can do this in 10 seconds and four words - See Last Three Years
- golfbard

Who's doing a thorough review on Captain RedFace?

Elliotte Friedman
@FriedgeHNIC
Q: Any chance Roberto Luongo is on team next fall? A: I think it's unlikely

Elliotte Friedman @FriedgeHNIC
Mike Gillis: "We're going to do a thorough review" before making any decision on Alain Vigneault

I can do this in 10 seconds and four words - See Last Three Years
- golfbard

Actually seven years but whose counting anyway.

I hope they keep him ..... and their GM ..... AND MANY of their players .....

Hawks have had 4 - 3 - 4- 6 = 17 against Minne - way too many.
- StLBravesFan

That is called "Lets try to make a series out of it". Too bad Minny isn't holding up their end of the deal.

Who's doing a thorough review on Captain RedFace?
- John Jaeckel

Probably the two freaky green men

Elliotte Friedman @FriedgeHNIC
Mike Gillis: "We're going to do a thorough review" before making any decision on Alain Vigneault

I can do this in 10 seconds and four words - See Last Three Years
- golfbard

That was a great read.
- mrpaulish

It was...i only noticed the SOG standings board at first

Actually seven years but whose counting anyway.

I hope they keep him ..... and their GM ..... AND MANY of their players .....
- blackhawk24

So it's going to be the same old same old in Vancouver? I'm ok with this.