Eric Engels: Habs-Bruins Friday? Chris Lee Blows it, Blues GM on the Hot Seat...

Eric, your thoughts on the NHL obviously screwing Montreal with this afternoon stuff? Montreal is not used to playing afternoon games and Boston is. i think this is just another typical example of the NHL pandering to the Bruins. sickening.

Eric, your thoughts on the NHL obviously screwing Montreal with this afternoon stuff? Montreal is not used to playing afternoon games and Boston is. i think this is just another typical example of the NHL pandering to the Bruins. sickening.
- DoubleDown

Uuuuummm yeah what he said.

I picked Sharks in 7 not 6 so I am happy Chris Lee blows

going to blood still, i hope.

going to blood still, i hope.
- Fountain-San

what is this

Eric, your thoughts on the NHL obviously screwing Montreal with this afternoon stuff? Montreal is not used to playing afternoon games and Boston is. i think this is just another typical example of the NHL pandering to the Bruins. sickening.
- DoubleDown

I don't believe that for a second.
It's about most appealing matchup for TV. They're praying it's PHI-PIT so they can slot those guys in Saturday aft.

I HATE AFTERNOON PLAYOFF GAMES. But no, there's no conspiracy here Adam. The Bruins are used to afternoon games because NBC loves having them on for ratings. As for the Habs, I understand your concern, they played two 1:00pm games this year (superbowl weekend) and lost both of them.

They also played two 5:00pm games and lost 'em both.

Good news is, they're 0-0 in 3:00pm games.

what is this
- DoubleDown

yes

friday night and sunday afternoon games ?

I hope Rangers win in 6 then

"Not "somehow". Chris Lee is the worst official in hockey. EVERYBODY KNOWS IT, except for the people who matter most--the department of NHL officiating. He's a part of the game story 95% of the time he officiates. How is that not a massive red flag?"

Couldn't have said it better myself. How he's still allowed to be a NHL ref is beyond me.

I don't believe that for a second.
It's about most appealing matchup for TV. They're praying it's PHI-PIT so they can slot those guys in Saturday aft.

I HATE AFTERNOON PLAYOFF GAMES. But no, there's no conspiracy here Adam. The Bruins are used to afternoon games because NBC loves having them on for ratings. As for the Habs, I understand your concern, they played two 1:00pm games this year (superbowl weekend) and lost both of them.

They also played two 5:00pm games and lost 'em both.

Good news is, they're 0-0 in 3:00pm games.
- EricEngels

I hate afternoon games period, I'm not awake that early.

I don't believe that for a second.
It's about most appealing matchup for TV. They're praying it's PHI-PIT so they can slot those guys in Saturday aft.

I HATE AFTERNOON PLAYOFF GAMES. But no, there's no conspiracy here Adam. The Bruins are used to afternoon games because NBC loves having them on for ratings. As for the Habs, I understand your concern, they played two 1:00pm games this year (superbowl weekend) and lost both of them.

They also lost two 5:00pm games and lost 'em both.

Good news is, they're 0-0 in 3:00pm games.
- EricEngels

I hate afternoon games period

What is it with Americans and afternoon sporting events on TV? They don't like to go outside during the day?

Eric, your thoughts on the NHL obviously screwing Montreal with this afternoon stuff? Montreal is not used to playing afternoon games and Boston is. i think this is just another typical example of the NHL pandering to the Bruins. sickening.
- DoubleDown

Yeah...and tell him about how hard it is for you to use the remote to change the channel to a Canadian feed once the Kentucky Derby starts.

I imagine they would now just switch it to one of the NBC sports stations...but does it really matter? You are in Canada....TSN or CBC will carry the game.

Also....how the (frank) should I know?
- stormey

listen you twit, i'm getting sick of spelling everything out for you. so maybe dial back the dosage on your stupid pills for the next few days. i wasn't referring to an inconvenience for me. i don't watch on NBC anyway. i was referring to the NHL's relevance/importance to NBC. which is so minor that 90 minutes of pre-race coverage supersedes OT of an elimination hockey game.

Yeah...and tell him about how hard it is for you to use the remote to change the channel to a Canadian feed once the Kentucky Derby starts.
- stormey

Shut up stormey.

going to blood still, i hope.
- Fountain-San

Hey...did you hear.

The NHL is out to get the Habs because they are scheduling an afternoon game.

Probably a couple of Boston refs also.

Pathetic...enjoy your tainted win.

listen you twit, i'm getting sick of spelling everything out for you. so maybe dial back the dosage on your stupid pills for the next few days. i wasn't referring to an inconvenience for me. i don't watch on NBC anyway. i was referring to the NHL's relevance/importance to NBC. which is so minor that 90 minutes of pre-race coverage supersedes OT of an elimination hockey game.
- TouenneTiiTree

listen you twit, i'm getting sick of spelling everything out for you. so maybe dial back the dosage on your stupid pills for the next few days. i wasn't referring to an inconvenience for me. i don't watch on NBC anyway. i was referring to the NHL's relevance/importance to NBC. which is so minor that 90 minutes of pre-race coverage supersedes OT of an elimination hockey game.
- TouenneTiiTree

I don't whine. I state facts about a disgusting fanbase and franchise. Bunch of arrogant scumbags who are racist and have language restraints on their coaches. It's pathetic. You believe in a certain style and a certain way that couldn't be more opposite than the Bruins

Yeah...and tell him about how hard it is for you to use the remote to change the channel to a Canadian feed once the Kentucky Derby starts.
- stormey

i hate you so much sean

I don't whine. I state facts about a disgusting fanbase and franchise. Bunch of arrogant scumbags who are racist and have language restraints on their coaches. It's pathetic. You believe in a certain style and a certain way that couldn't be more opposite than the Bruins
- stormey

Where is that one from?

i hate you so much sean
- DoubleDown

Hey...did you hear.

The NHL is out to get the Habs because they are scheduling an afternoon game.

Probably a couple of Boston refs also.

Pathetic...enjoy your tainted win.
- stormey

i love it. start time and the refs. god help us.

Where is that one from?
- hscesq

fountain in the B's thread.

Eric, your thoughts on the NHL obviously screwing Montreal with this afternoon stuff? Montreal is not used to playing afternoon games and Boston is. i think this is just another typical example of the NHL pandering to the Bruins. sickening.
- DoubleDown

There should be zero afternoon playoff games. Ever. Regardless of who's playing. It's a disgrace.

i hate you so much sean
- DoubleDown

Gooood, good let the hate flow through you.