John Jaeckel: Hawks At Oilers GameDay Preview

This could get ugly JJ, on the ice that is. Hopefully Toews gets 10 points, I'm behind in my pool.

Maybe Danault can light a fire under Bickell centering him tonight if his work ethic is as advertised. Not that #29 should need that as he's already got 4 million reasons a year to play better but hopefully something can get him engaged on a more consistent basis.

Maybe Danault can light a fire under Bickell centering him tonight if his work ethic is as advertised. Not that #29 should need that as he's already got 4 million reasons a year to play better but hopefully something can get him engaged on a more consistent basis.
- blackhawks30

Any effort from Bickel becomes a bonus for me as I have all but thrown in the towel with him.

Any effort from Bickel becomes a bonus for me as I have all but thrown in the towel with him.
- Colbyboy

I really want to like him as a player. When he's on he's dangerous but the on switch seems broken for most of the regular season. He's got the tools to be a force but something just isn't clicking upstairs.

I hope you win 25-0, but I can't stand Toews, so I hope he gets zero points... Sorry, LeftCoaster.

I hope you win 25-0, but I can't stand Toews, so I hope he gets zero points... Sorry, LeftCoaster.
- laughs2907

Sooo many reasons to dislike Toews.... jealousy, envy, covetousness.... enviousness.... Did I say jealousy?

Think that about covers it.

Anyone see Lucic's new low last night?

Gets one punched by Prout and drops. Prout could have nailed him on his back but holds up. Lucic gets up - obviously claiming he was suckered and proceeds to try to sucker Prout over a linesman's shoulder.

Bruins/Habs tonight. Should be interesting.

Sooo many reasons to dislike Toews.... jealousy, envy, covetousness.... enviousness.... Did I say jealousy?

Think that about covers it.


- tredbrta

If I were going to hate someone for those reasons, I'd hate Crosby... I love Crosby.

Overall I love the Hawks... They're my second favorite team. I just can't stand Toews... He's a tool... I have a friend who works with MTV Canada, and the guy treated her (and several other members of the crew) like crap. I don't care how much money you make, or what sort of job you have... You don't do that!

I still hope the Hawks embarrass the Oilers tonight... I want heads to roll in Edmonton.

Anyone see Lucic's new low last night?

Gets one punched by Prout and drops. Prout could have nailed him on his back but holds up. Lucic gets up - obviously claiming he was suckered and proceeds to try to sucker Prout over a linesman's shoulder.

Bruins/Habs tonight. Should be interesting.
- tredbrta

Yup... Another knob.

Definitely need the two points this evening...

Looking forward to seeing Danault play. Good to see Raanta get a start as well here.

10:00 EST start tonight,these west coast swings can be hard on us fans.Really looking forward to seeing Danault play with NHLer's tonight.Go Hawks!!!Anyone else here hoping to see the Leafs bomb tonight?

10:00 EST start tonight,these west coast swings can be hard on us fans.Really looking forward to seeing Danault play with NHLer's tonight.Go Hawks!!!Anyone else here hoping to see the Leafs bomb tonight?
- eagle50

Maybe Danault can light a fire under Bickell centering him tonight if his work ethic is as advertised. Not that #29 should need that as he's already got 4 million reasons a year to play better but hopefully something can get him engaged on a more consistent basis.
- blackhawks30

>Was thinking the same thing
>Really liked #24's high energy at prospects' camp two years ago
>Appeared to be the kind of player whose love of the game could inspire others
>Key will be #24's confidence -- hard to inspire if you are scared

>Was thinking the same thing
>Really liked #24's high energy at prospects' camp two years ago
>Appeared to be the kind of player whose love of the game could inspire others
>Key will be #24's confidence -- hard to inspire if you are scared
- SnapitUpstairs

Then maybe bickell should be the one leading his linemate,inspire the rookie and enable him to play his game.Show something for a change Bicks.

Maybe Danault can light a fire under Bickell centering him tonight if his work ethic is as advertised. Not that #29 should need that as he's already got 4 million reasons a year to play better but hopefully something can get him engaged on a more consistent basis.
- blackhawks30

Enough trying to find a line combination to get bickell going. The only one that will get bickell going is bickell

It's time Q puts him in the press box

10:00 EST start tonight,these west coast swings can be hard on us fans.Really looking forward to seeing Danault play with NHLer's tonight.Go Hawks!!!Anyone else here hoping to see the Leafs bomb tonight?
- eagle50

Sheesh. Live it up. Its the weekend.

>Was thinking the same thing
>Really liked #24's high energy at prospects' camp two years ago
>Appeared to be the kind of player whose love of the game could inspire others
>Key will be #24's confidence -- hard to inspire if you are scared
- SnapitUpstairs

You don't make it to the NHL if you're scared. Or did you mean nervous?

You don't make it to the NHL if you're scared. Or did you mean nervous?
- Elbows15

>To be more precise -- afraid to make a mistake
>At Johnny's, the kid was flying and "knew" he was a very good hockey player
>Just hoping he brings that type of mojo into the NHL

>To be more precise -- afraid to make a mistake
>At Johnny's, the kid was flying and "knew" he was a very good hockey player
>Just hoping he brings that type of mojo into the NHL
- SnapitUpstairs

He'll play with confidence. Kid has played in all the big tournaments for his age group. Been a leader on just about every team he has played on.

>To be more precise -- afraid to make a mistake
>At Johnny's, the kid was flying and "knew" he was a very good hockey player
>Just hoping he brings that type of mojo into the NHL
- SnapitUpstairs

Bring some attitude like Andrew Shaw did when he was called up by surprise to Philly -here's my chance for a big league paycheck, who cares about those guys in Rockford, I never want to go back.

I like what the Hawks are doing here, gradually giving their farmhands a taste of the NHL on a long road trip.

He'll play with confidence. Kid has played in all the big tournaments for his age group. Been a leader on just about every team he has played on.
- Elbows15

>That leadership vibe was definitely there to see when I saw him (only time I have seen him in person}

Bring some attitude like Andrew Shaw did when he was called up by surprise to Philly -here's my chance for a big league paycheck, who cares about those guys in Rockford, I never want to go back.

I like what the Hawks are doing here, gradually giving their farmhands a taste of the NHL on a long road trip.
- RickJ

>That would help the Hawks quite a bit if he plays so well it's easy to move Shaw to wing

Bring some attitude like Andrew Shaw did when he was called up by surprise to Philly -here's my chance for a big league paycheck, who cares about those guys in Rockford, I never want to go back.

I like what the Hawks are doing here, gradually giving their farmhands a taste of the NHL on a long road trip.
- RickJ

Agreed. And it will be a total necessity next year. Let's see what these boys can do in the show. No restraints. Just balls out. Inevitable mistakes and all.

If I were going to hate someone for those reasons, I'd hate Crosby... I love Crosby.

Overall I love the Hawks... They're my second favorite team. I just can't stand Toews... He's a tool... I have a friend who works with MTV Canada, and the guy treated her (and several other members of the crew) like crap. I don't care how much money you make, or what sort of job you have... You don't do that!

I still hope the Hawks embarrass the Oilers tonight... I want heads to roll in Edmonton.
- laughs2907

1) There are stories galore about Crosby being a stuck up jerk. Not sure why you would hate Crosby for those "reasons" as Toews has brought home the cup twice and is obviously a better leader (so far).

2) This is the first story I have seen or heard about Toews being one. Not questioning your story but your friend was "press" and anyone can have an off night.

No offense. Thanks for the Hawks love.

ps: I knew Eakins had to be overrated when Ian Esplin dedicated at least 2 months pining for him for the Nucks.