With all the coin spent by Minnie ....how do they continue without a coaching change or blockbuster trade...same for Nashville

Both teams look like misses for the playoffs
- PEIHawkFan

I would be surprised if Minnie misses the play offs.....Trotz stays in Nashville.

He won the Cup. I define it that way. He won more games than anyone else. Oh ans sure as hell outplayed Quick.
- Elbows15

Scottak makes a very good point. Would Raanta have the same record playing for the Sabres, highly unlikely. Not that long ago many on here wanted Crawford sent packing. He has improved his game a lot over the years but he is not an elite goalie in my opinion. Good enough to win cups in Chicago, yes. The Hawks are a great hockey team with exceptional talent at forward and defence.

Take it for what it's worth.....heard yesterday the rumor is Blackhawks vs Bruins in Notre Stadium 2016.....
- UnnamedSource

Good rumour, that would be truly a classic

I would be surprised if Minnie misses the play offs.....Trotz stays in Nashville.
- UnnamedSource

Minnie has to beat out Dallas, Van and Phoenix - as of today, they're not in.

I would be surprised if Minnie misses the play offs.....Trotz stays in Nashville.
- UnnamedSource

Minny will not make the playoffs the way they are playing now. For some reason they can not put the biscuit in the basket.

Take it for what it's worth.....heard yesterday the rumor is Blackhawks vs Bruins in Notre Stadium 2016.....
- UnnamedSource

Good rumor. Anybody but the Pens, Flyers and Wings

Good rumor. Anybody but the Pens, Flyers and Wings
- jhawk159

How about Hawks/Flyers

That would make my day

How about Hawks/Flyers

That would make my day
- flyerdude17

Well I suppose if the Hawks were in the game it would be ok but the Flyers are in the 2015 Winter Classic so won't that be the third time for them.

Well I suppose if the Hawks were in the game it would be ok but the Flyers are in the 2015 Winter Classic so won't that be the third time for them.
- jhawk159

Hawks/Bruins it is

Did not know about the 2015 flyers game

Kuc on Toews captaining Team Canada

http://www.chicagotribune...-20140101,0,3217672.story
- philco28

It would be a nice honor for him, but there is no way any one other Sid is going to be captain.

Let's talk hockey then, oh I forgot

Go back to your room and play with your dolls
- flyerdude17

Come back when you learn and I will. Until then. ITs BARBIE TIME!!!!!!

Good rumor. Anybody but the Pens, Flyers and Wings
- jhawk159

Why? A Hawks Wings match-up is fine by me.

Flyers dude

I will respect your knowledge about the Flyers. There are a couple Flyers fans/hockeybuzz writers. Nonetheless, how far do you see the flyers going in the post season. Their defense corps isn't the best, although I do not think the goaltending is too bad. The Flyers under Berube as first year coach could make the playoffs, possibly upset someone in first round? A shame that Schenn brothers both did not play longer and prep in the AHL. Had to hurt seeing Richards and Carter, same draft #1's, leave. Richards seems to be not a cause for concern for Sutter.

Please ignore me then, you just keep it going, lol

Just wondering if your parents know what you do in your spare time?

I would seek professional help if I was in your shoes.
- flyerdude17

I have. They told me I need to learn to ignore morons. I am starting with you.

It would be a nice honor for him, but there is no way any one other Sid is going to be captain.
- Elbows15

I agree with this. I have to admit there was a time in Crosby's early career that I did not like the kid but he has really grown up and he is arguably the best player in the world. I am not a Pens fan at all but hats off to Crosby

Why? A Hawks Wings match-up is fine by me.
- Tugboat

Time to get some other teams in it. Should make it a double header. Original 6 match ups and then spread it around.

Flyers dude

I will respect your knowledge about the Flyers. There are a couple Flyers fans/hockeybuzz writers. Nonetheless, how far do you see the flyers going in the post season. Their defense corps isn't the best, although I do not think the goaltending is too bad. The Flyers under Berube as first year coach could make the playoffs, possibly upset someone in first round? A shame that Schenn brothers both did not play longer and prep in the AHL. Had to hurt seeing Richards and Carter, same draft #1's, leave. Richards seems to be not a cause for concern for Sutter.
- jhawk59

Thank you. The Flyers are playing great hockey right now and Berube is really making a difference, penalties are down and players are more accountable. The D is really very average and is the team's biggest weakness. They have no stars on D. Mason is playing great but still has to work on rebound control but he has provided solid goaltending. The forward group is as good as any, Schenn is looking better every game (3 pts last nite) If they had a defence that could transition like the Keith and the Hawks the forwards would be extra dangerous. When Richards and Carter were dealt they were more detrimental and a change of scenery was needed. B. Schenn and Couturier will be just reaching their prime when Carter and Richards will be fizzling out.

For me - the Winter Classic = the Thrill is Gone. Especially after watching most of this year's game. Terrible weather conditions making the play on the ice a joke. Think about it, alot of people complain about the ice conditions during the 5 minute OT period. Why play an entire game with worse ice conditions?

I will say this again: Bettman, sell the game, not the gimmick(s).

Minnie has to beat out Dallas, Van and Phoenix - as of today, they're not in.
- StLBravesFan

Even though It changes weekly, my thinking now is St. Louis gets #1 seed and we play Col at 2 + 3 seeds. In other division anaheim gets #1 and LA faces San Jose at 2 + 3 (what a great 1st round matchup). Vancouver will face either Ana or Blues. Leaving last spot between Phoenix, Dallas, or Minny. Will be a great battle to the end. Maybe phoenix

For me - the Winter Classic = the Thrill is Gone. Especially after watching most of this year's game. Terrible weather conditions making the play on the ice a joke. Think about it, alot of people complain about the ice conditions during the 5 minute OT period. Why play an entire game with worse ice conditions?

I will say this again: Bettman, sell the game, not the gimmick(s).
- powerenforcer

Yeah for me, too. The games themselves aren't exciting. The best thing is the buildup with that hbo show and that isn't that great. How many outdoor games this year? 4 or 5?

Thank you. The Flyers are playing great hockey right now and Berube is really making a difference, penalties are down and players are more accountable. The D is really very average and is the team's biggest weakness. They have no stars on D. Mason is playing great but still has to work on rebound control but he has provided solid goaltending. The forward group is as good as any, Schenn is looking better every game (3 pts last nite) If they had a defence that could transition like the Keith and the Hawks the forwards would be extra dangerous. When Richards and Carter were dealt they were more detrimental and a change of scenery was needed. B. Schenn and Couturier will be just reaching their prime when Carter and Richards will be fizzling out.
- flyerdude17

I still back both of those trades, especially getting schenn and simmonds for Richards. I agree with everything you said. You have a great group of forwards. You do really need a better D that can transition quicker and get the puck up to the forwards.

Come back when you learn and I will. Until then. ITs BARBIE TIME!!!!!!
- Elbows15

Too funny

Glad we are now buddies, no more cheap shots

Even though It changes weekly, my thinking now is St. Louis gets #1 seed and we play Col at 2 + 3 seeds. In other division anaheim gets #1 and LA faces San Jose at 2 + 3 (what a great 1st round matchup). Vancouver will face either Ana or Blues. Leaving last spot between Phoenix, Dallas, or Minny. Will be a great battle to the end. Maybe phoenix
- tomcat24

Disagree. I think it's great to see the players deal with natural conditions in a pre-high tech, climate controlled environment. I'll never get tired of it. Yes, the game is different, but that doesn't make it worse.

I'm thoroughly enjoying this one.

I still back both of those trades, especially getting schenn and simmonds for Richards. I agree with everything you said. You have a great group of forwards. You do really need a better D that can transition quicker and get the puck up to the forwards.
- tomcat24

Schenn is goint to be a star, he is still in diapers. Simmonds for Richards straight up is even for me. Schenn makes this trade a heist. That being said Kings got a cup and that is the ultimate goal. It was a total team effort and Quick was spectacular.
Couter is only 21 and is a super talent that has a great future.

Disagree. I think it's great to see the players deal with natural conditions in a pre-high tech, climate controlled environment. I'll never get tired of it. Yes, the game is different, but that doesn't make it worse.

I'm thoroughly enjoying this one.
- Tugboat

Shoud be good weather at least at Chavez Ravine.

Ice may be liquid water, but no snow or cold.