is it? thought Brunette was great on the wall and around the net tonight.
- imgross.org

I think it's more likely a relation that we win when we get secondary scoring. Think about what it means if Brunette gets a point. That's either a PP goal, a 3rd line thats playing well, or he's playing w/ 19,88 for some reason. Options 1 and 2 are keys to winning games and option 3 is more like charity points.

- hawksbuzz

I was at the game and Scott was even out for 2 PK's, he is definetly improved and did not hurt at all tonight

Good answer!
- EKolb13

Q's done a good job of keeping the lads on board, making adjustments and turning around the slide. No pink slip for him anytime soon.

Our GM was busy today...trading Rockford's captain...this off the wire in the game recap.

Chicago swapped minor league forwards with Tampa Bay, sending Brandon Segal to the Lightning for Matt Fornataro. .

Scott, and Brunette.
- Ogilthorpe2

give the man a prize

I was at the game and Scott was even out for 2 PK's, he is definetly improved and did not hurt at all tonight
- Maggie

In his 3:51 TOI he didn't hurt, except for forcing Keith to play 32:13 and Seabs 26:44

Q's done a good job of keeping the lads on board, making adjustments and turning around the slide. No pink slip for him anytime soon.
- philco28

If Q is responsible for the recent adjustments, it's too little, too late in my book. That doesn't matter though because I doubt the changes came from Q's mind.

If Q is responsible for the recent adjustments, it's too little, too late in my book. That doesn't matter though because I doubt the changes came from Q's mind.
- Ogilthorpe2

Too little too late? Did we miss the playoffs ? And if not from his mind, then who's? Scotty Bowman?

In his 3:51 TOI he didn't hurt, except for forcing Keith to play 32:13 and Seabs 26:44
- yobwoc03

Yep.

Was at the game tonight and I can say it was one of the better hockey games I've ever seen live. Both teams played well and their was little to no sloppiness. Big win for the Hawks. Few observations.

-Jimmy Hayes impresses me everytime I see him. He works hard, has great size, wins board battles, and has no fear crashing the net. He's starting to look like he can be a real force that the Hawks haven't had at PF since the last few months of Buff. He's what I want/wanted guys like Bickell and Brouwer to be. I think he will only get better.

-Kruger continues to impress also, it took some time after his head injury but he's another guy who's only going to get better.

-Solid game by most of if not all of the Hawks tonight. Defense was great in the 3rd period and if not for some absolutely sick saves by Howard, this could've been a 6-1 game.

-Best I've seen Duncan Keith play in a long time. He looked like 2010 DK, he was everywhere.

-Seabs still doesn't get enough credit. He's an All-Star in my book. However since the Hawks have 19,88,81,10 and 2, he's always overlooked.

Overall great win, need to keep it up and play tough against a desperate Dallas team on Thursday. Don't let up.

If Q is responsible for the recent adjustments, it's too little, too late in my book. That doesn't matter though because I doubt the changes came from Q's mind.
- Ogilthorpe2

or is the resaon that olson came in and started hitting and the rest of the d fed off it

i think the reason both leddy and olson are playing well is seabs and kith are playing much more responsible and consevative paired with the rookies

Someone who is much more Hawk nerdy than I should compile a list of available right shooting D-men. I think RFA would be more Stan's style, but you never know.
- nathanjf

I Started this list on yesterdays blog with UFA's Here are some RFA righties

Erik Johnson, Matt Niskanen, Jeff Petry, Jonathon Blum, Anton Strahlman, PK Subban, Jamie Mcbain, John Carlson, Cody Franson

Some UFA Righties
Michael Rozsival, Dennis Wideman, Matt Carkner, Cory Sarich,

It is crazy - he will make rookie mistakes at the worst time in a playoff game or 2.
- StLBravesFan

You must have consulted the NHL Defenceman Primer and came up with that warning. Sure, Olsen will make mistakes - just like the other 5 Defenceman will in a game.

There is nothing to see - Olsen is already better than Montador out there and if all there is available in the trade market is some older, slower defenceman who are available at a stiff price why would Bowman do a deal like that and give away assets. (and I'm talking about guys like Kubina and Sutton here).

And I also noticed O'Donnell wasn't dressed tonight and Olsen was - against arguably the best team in the league in an important game. Do you think it had anything to do with veteran, experienced O'D turning the puck over countless times on Sunday? I certainly do.

In his 3:51 TOI he didn't hurt, except for forcing Keith to play 32:13 and Seabs 26:44
- yobwoc03

Scott puked up the puck along the boards a couple times on those PP's and it almost cost them as the Wings forced Scott to handle the puck....

I can not fathom the rationale Q has for playing with a blow torch and gasoline in using him on PK vs that team in a low scoring game! I would like to hang up and listen for an answer.

How about those Bluejackets a 6 spot vs the Sharks and chase Niemi after 3. It might be division or bust for any of the 3: Sharks, Kings and Yotes!

I Started this list on yesterdays blog with UFA's Here are some RFA righties

Erik Johnson, Matt Niskanen, Jeff Petry, Jonathon Blum, Anton Strahlman, PK Subban, Jamie Mcbain, John Carlson, Cody Franson,
- mvp0207

I'm a fan of many.

to Chicago: PK Subban

to Montreal: Hjalmarrson, Johns, McNeil

perhaps exchange our first for their second, since, for a reason, they are so highly coveted in trade fantasy.

Too little too late? Did we miss the playoffs ? And if not from his mind, then who's? Scotty Bowman?
- philco28

Bowman, Havi, Joe Shmoe from section 104...whoever.

You must have consulted the NHL Defenceman Primer and came up with that warning. Sure, Olsen will make mistakes - just like the other 5 Defenceman will in a game.

There is nothing to see - Olsen is already better than Montador out there and if all there is available in the trade market is some older, slower defenceman who are available at a stiff price why would Bowman do a deal like that and give away assets. (and I'm talking about guys like Kubina and Sutton here).

And I also noticed O'Donnell wasn't dressed tonight and Olsen was - against arguably the best team in the league in an important game. Do you think it had anything to do with veteran, experienced O'D turning the puck over countless times on Sunday? I certainly do.
- RickJ

Yes Yes Yes These guys are not that great that have gone. Hell Detroit waived Quincy and now they gave up a first to get him back. Could you imagine if Bowman did this.

Bowman, Havi, Joe Shmoe from section 104...whoever.
- Ogilthorpe2

Yep, Joe Schmoe came down from row 104 to coach the last 4 wins.

PK is available...?

I'm a fan of many.

to Chicago: PK Subban

to Montreal: Hjalmarrson, Johns, McNeil

perhaps exchange our first for their second, since, for a reason, they are so highly coveted in trade fantasy.
- nathanjf

Subban, while talented and full of potential, is also a daily, walking controversy. No DISTRACTIONS needed thank you very much.

PK is available...?
- Fat_Tony_Amonte

Doubt it but he is a RFA next year and a righty shot. Canadians are most likely going to be sellers so you never know. PK would fit in nice.

i stand corrected he wanted you to go get him some no doze so he can get off his a$$ and get a defenseman and a winger
- molly2522

you are so cute....my heart flutters

Another hawk prospect making a name for himself that dam bowman has done nothing.

All kidding aside heres an interview with Kevin Hayes if anyone is interested.

http://www.hockeysfuture....role_with_boston_college/