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Game 51: Ottawa Senators @ Los Angeles Kings

Ottawa Senators at Los Angeles Kings, Jan 23, 2012 10:30 PM EST


The Ottawa Senators return to action tonight when they visit the Los Angeles Kings. Coming off a loss in Anaheim, the Senators will look to avoid back-to-back regulation losses for the first time in over two months. There will be two changes to the lineup with Mark Borowiecki and Bobby Butler returning in the place of Matt Carkner and Andre Petersson.

Here are the projected lines from Ian Mendes:

Milan Michalek - Jason Spezza - Bobby Butler
Nick Foligno - Kyle Turris - Daniel Alfredsson
Colin Greening - Zack Smith - Chris Neil
Kaspars Daugavins - Zenon Konopka - Erik Condra

Filip Kuba - Erik Karlsson
Jared Cowen - Sergei Gonchar
Chris Phillips - Mark Borowiecki

Craig Anderson (starter)
We have a backup goalie?

More after the jump.

Star-divide

Here are things to look out for tonight:

  • Winning in Los Angeles: Yeah, look out to see if we win the game? Great job, genius. The Senators haven't won in Los Angeles in 12 years and that was their only win. Ottawa is 1-10-1 in their history in away games against the Kings.
  • Spezza's futility in Los Angeles: According to Ian Mendes, Los Angeles and St. Louis are the only cities that Spezza does not have a point in his career.
  • Butler on top line: Bobby Butler was scratched in the last game, but he is now jumping back in - and on Jason Spezza's wing. Good chance for him.
  • Bouncing back: As mentioned earlier, the Senators haven't lost two in a row in regulation for a long time. Expect a good effort from Ottawa. Hopefully the team isn't dependent on Craig Anderson again.

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I read it an hour early for the same reason.

Also, I’m going to comment on the lines before for a similar reason.

Shrubberies are my trade. I am a shrubber. My name is Roger the Shrubber. I arrange, design, and sell shrubberies.

by RogerTheShrubber on Jan 23, 2012 7:50 PM EST up reply actions  

I like the lines tonight.

Shrubberies are my trade. I am a shrubber. My name is Roger the Shrubber. I arrange, design, and sell shrubberies.

by RogerTheShrubber on Jan 23, 2012 7:50 PM EST reply actions   2 recs

Me too

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 8:04 PM EST up reply actions  

I like the idea of that second line...

very, very much. In fact, all four lines look like they could do some damage.

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 9:05 PM EST up reply actions  

Agreed.

Though the damage caused by the 4th line may differ in nature.

Shrubberies are my trade. I am a shrubber. My name is Roger the Shrubber. I arrange, design, and sell shrubberies.

by RogerTheShrubber on Jan 23, 2012 9:08 PM EST up reply actions  

If it wasn't for Konopka...

That line would almost be too skilled for a fourth line.

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 9:10 PM EST up reply actions  

WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Who else here is listening to Die Antwoord – ORINOCO NINJA FLOW to pump up for this game?!?!?!

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 8:03 PM EST reply actions  

Actually...

I’m listening to Waidmanns Hell by Rammstein to pump up for this game.

And when I say listening to, I don’t mean on iTunes or anything… my 8-year-old son is ROCKING it on Guitar Hero!

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 9:09 PM EST up reply actions  

I predict....

….that a hockey game will happen.

by B_T on Jan 23, 2012 8:08 PM EST reply actions  

Uh, you can't just go around making random predictions around here

What, exactly, is your evidence for this supposed “hockey game”?

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 8:11 PM EST up reply actions  

Haha. Rec’d.

Shrubberies are my trade. I am a shrubber. My name is Roger the Shrubber. I arrange, design, and sell shrubberies.

by RogerTheShrubber on Jan 23, 2012 8:45 PM EST up reply actions  

I'm not buying it

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 8:55 PM EST up reply actions  

Who is this "Silver Seven"?

Sounds like a fly by night operation.

by Pmoron on Jan 23, 2012 10:32 PM EST via mobile up reply actions  

and I’d be very grateful if you guys played Mr. Auld tonight.

by SCSF on Jan 23, 2012 8:33 PM EST up reply actions  

Good luck

He’s the Jim Sorgi of goalies.

Shrubberies are my trade. I am a shrubber. My name is Roger the Shrubber. I arrange, design, and sell shrubberies.

by RogerTheShrubber on Jan 23, 2012 8:37 PM EST up reply actions  

Haha, I know. It’s about as likely as Bernier seeing ice time in any non back-to-back situation.

by SCSF on Jan 23, 2012 8:41 PM EST up reply actions  

Yeah, but tbh, most of us wish he’d get more time. Quick needs the rest; two years ago he was definitely burned out on the homestretch. Bernier hasn’t really gotten a fair shake this year. Mind you, the Other Murray did play him right after Quick had his third shutout in a row a few months back, which was mind-boggling.

by SCSF on Jan 23, 2012 9:04 PM EST up reply actions  

Keeps the streak alive.

Shrubberies are my trade. I am a shrubber. My name is Roger the Shrubber. I arrange, design, and sell shrubberies.

by RogerTheShrubber on Jan 23, 2012 9:07 PM EST up reply actions  

i remember this well

have quick on my fantasy team. a headscratcher indeed.

by JimmyJoe on Jan 23, 2012 9:39 PM EST up reply actions  

Bernier wasting away on the bench?

Maybe Sens should pick him up to sit on their bench?? I read in some trade rumours that LA was listening to offers for Bernier… I do like Auld but he’d had a piss poor year.

by Joebo on Jan 23, 2012 9:40 PM EST up reply actions  

He might well be packaged. I don’t think the organization wants to move him, but if it brings in some more (haha) scoring, they’d entertain the offer. Zatkoff and Martin Jones both seem like they have NHL potential, so the depth is there…in theory.

by SCSF on Jan 23, 2012 9:50 PM EST up reply actions  

Ovechkin

Haven’t had a chance to see a replay. Was his hit that bad to warrant a 3 game suspension?

by I Still Miss Hossa!!! on Jan 23, 2012 8:59 PM EST via mobile reply actions  

I think so...

He left his feet & hit the guy in the head. Kind of like what would have happened to Foligno if he didn’t turtle on Phaneuf.

I’d say it’s about as textbook as you can get.

I’m sure it was hard for Shanahan to make the call, given who OV is, but I think the backlash would have been ridiculous if he hadn’t. Someone would have taken a run like that AT Ovechkin, and that would have been terrible for the game… or the ratings in the US, at least.

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 9:03 PM EST up reply actions  

I don't recall Foligno turtling

Especially when he was feeding Dion his lunch.

by OD99 on Jan 23, 2012 9:12 PM EST up reply actions  

Pretty straightforward

He launched his shoulder into Michalek’s head by leaping. I don’t think there was intent to injure; just intent to make a big hit. But you can’t hit a guy in the head, so yeah, I think the suspension is warranted.

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 9:18 PM EST up reply actions  

Does the suspensions affect the ASG?

In my mind I think it should, however OV is also sick at all star games

by Beanster on Jan 23, 2012 9:49 PM EST up reply actions  

Nope, he gets to play

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 9:52 PM EST up reply actions  

So here I am stuck in Minnesota...with Versus

And I am NOT going to ask about a feed for the game because I know that is frowned upon now.

(However I will go back and check all the sites I had saved when people listed them previously until I find one showing the Sens game)

GO SENS!!!!!!

by OD99 on Jan 23, 2012 9:13 PM EST reply actions  

Looks Like Melnyk

Has put the brakes on any crazy talk regarding any massively polarizing – or paralyzing moves. Perhaps its all show.

I can imagine moves. There are definitely guys I would like to see on our team, but, at the same time, who we would need desperately enough that we couldnt wait to find it in our own midst.

Even if we fade into the sunset this year, even after such high expecations, it is better than compromising our emergence at the forefront of the post modern NHL.

by Aenesidemus on Jan 23, 2012 9:58 PM EST reply actions  

The moment chooses you, you don't choose the moment.

When presented with the playoffs, you make the best of the moment by putting yourself in the position to go as far as possible.

by whatsinaname on Jan 23, 2012 10:29 PM EST up reply actions  

We have been so lucky

Not to have any major characters injurd this year…I hope this isnt bad – espescially for Spezza – anything with your eyes is terrifying.

by Aenesidemus on Jan 23, 2012 10:11 PM EST up reply actions  

Potvin

LA Lakers……really?

by Sensfan90 on Jan 23, 2012 10:11 PM EST reply actions  

whats the word on Spezza?

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by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 10:20 PM EST reply actions  

You're welcome here anytime

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 10:26 PM EST up reply actions  

hey, I lived in Ottawa for many years and I like the Sens. I like the Kings more, but the Sens are number two. I’ve posted here before, so maybe I’m just kidding around like any of you would. Anyway, I’m happy to leave if you’re getting too sensitive.

by SCSF on Jan 23, 2012 10:27 PM EST up reply actions  

I know that but it didn’t sound like my Spezza joke was appreciated by Mark. Or maybe I missed his tone.

by SCSF on Jan 23, 2012 10:30 PM EST up reply actions  

It’s all good. For the most part people are great on this blog. I know that things get far busier on this blog than on our Kings blog, so you have to deal with hostile Leaf fans and whatnot, so I could understand a general suspicion.

by SCSF on Jan 23, 2012 10:33 PM EST up reply actions  

no worries

Spezza giggling jokes are aces.

We are just glad he looks to be okay.

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 10:39 PM EST up reply actions  

You totally missed my tone

I was being sincere, because that was funny as hell.

We don’t take kindly to trolling around here, but we also don’t take ourselves too seriously. I like to think that I can tell the difference between hanging out and antagonism. Jokes are always welcome, even from rivals. I know you’re cool.

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 10:42 PM EST up reply actions  

Thanks.

My bad entirely. This is always a funny crowd.

by SCSF on Jan 23, 2012 10:47 PM EST up reply actions  

Don't even sweat it

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 10:49 PM EST up reply actions  

Hi kids

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:29 PM EST reply actions  

How are you?

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:31 PM EST up reply actions  

Great! You?

I’ve started my Karlsson painting by the way

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 10:32 PM EST up reply actions  

Awesome!

I went to the Mandarin buffet. Ate way too much. :/

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:32 PM EST up reply actions  

Well it’s not real Chinese food, it’s American Chinese food. I kind of prefer it that way. :p

But yeah it is going to be a long night, Federer/Del Potro happening soon too!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:35 PM EST up reply actions  

This is true, but I think that type fits certain cravings

Yeah, how’s the tennis watching going? I watched a little Roanic-Hewitt but haven’t followed it much

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 10:37 PM EST up reply actions  

I watched the first set of Raonic/Hewitt…but gave up at 5:30 a.m. Though he was going to win…but woke up to see he lost.

Federer/Del Potro is going to be awesome though. Wozniacki/Azarenka going on right now too.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:39 PM EST up reply actions  

I really find sports in Australia hard to follow

I sort of follow there rugby, but it’s just awkward timing, 3:30 am, 5:30 am it’s rough

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 10:40 PM EST up reply actions  

Well the starts are not bad. They start at like 7 p.m. here, it’s just that they go all day and end around dawn.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:42 PM EST up reply actions  

It would be nice to see Butler do something with the ice time tonight

Liked Greening w Spezza and Michalek, but Greening’s speed, size and willingness to throw his weight around should compliment the third line tonight.

I called Butler out for being invisible against Philly and he scored a goal within a minute…..so I am saying he will be invisible, 3 times over tonight

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 10:34 PM EST reply actions  

Ron Paul is adorable.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:37 PM EST reply actions  

puckdaddy mentioned a link

NJD severe money trouble, may force them to trade Parise for picks/prospects at the deadline.

I am pro-rebuild/keeping assets, and don’t want to gamble anything of note to make the playoffs and get booted in round one by the NYR, BOS or PITT.

However, Parise is young himself, and he is a two way gem. He could be a Sen for the next 7 years. I would view that more like Turris, a trade of futures for now and the future

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 10:38 PM EST reply actions  

I wouldn't want to trade for him unless we knew we could re-sign him

Otherwise, I’d rather take my chances on bagging him in free agency.

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 10:45 PM EST up reply actions  

That's true

he could walk for free at the end of the year…….

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 10:46 PM EST up reply actions  

excuse me, pardon me... um, helloooooo

please don’t do that. he’s our goalie, and is quite important to our continued success.
thank you very much, sir.

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 10:42 PM EST up reply actions  

Hi errybody!

Go Sens!

Turris makes it 1-0, you heard it here first!

by Pmoron on Jan 23, 2012 10:41 PM EST via mobile reply actions  

Who is recapping this?

Darren won’t be around and I don’t think any of the eastern zone people will want to stay up even further.

Is Ryan here!?

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:43 PM EST reply actions  

It's either you or Classic

I’m about to head home for the night

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 10:46 PM EST up reply actions  

I definitely can’t, going to be a struggle just to stay up for game.

We might be recapless for once!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:47 PM EST up reply actions  

Why do clean hits always result in a fight these days?

A dirty hit makes some sort of sense, in that you’re sticking up for a team mate, and letting the other team know you won’t put up with it… but that was ridiculous.

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 10:44 PM EST reply actions  

I don't know, but it's a culture I can't stand

Every big hit doesn’t need to be defended with your fists.

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 10:47 PM EST up reply actions  

I agree...

I’m not opposed to fighting in the game, in certain situations… but big hits are part of what makes hockey fun to watch. You shouldn’t have to fight a guy just because you took him out of the play cleanly.

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 10:48 PM EST up reply actions  

Exactly how I feel

Dirty play? Defend yourself. Clean hit? Keep your head up next time.

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 10:50 PM EST up reply actions  

Just got my Cowen jersey in the mail today!

I ordered it on eBay, stitched and all, for $170 and it was supposed to be in by Christmas, but since I just got it today the seller refunded me $50, so I got an awesome new jersey for $120!

Also, yes Konopka!

by Bridges16 on Jan 23, 2012 10:45 PM EST reply actions  

Spezza Condra Daugavins

with Zenon in the box.

I think that line has some potential….they will likely only be out there 25 sec but whatev

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 10:45 PM EST reply actions  

Karlsson just interrupted a Phillips/Borowiecki conversation.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:46 PM EST reply actions  

Penner is huge

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 10:47 PM EST reply actions  

Methinks

He may still be on BM’s menu. Just keep seeing it in the general news. If he was on with Michalek – it could be called the friendly Giant line….

by Aenesidemus on Jan 24, 2012 12:03 AM EST up reply actions  

PP....is Butler gonna get ice?

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 10:48 PM EST reply actions  

Good power play so far

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:49 PM EST reply actions  

Should be 5 on 3...

I didn’t realize punching a forward in the back of the head was an acceptable way to clear the crease

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 10:50 PM EST reply actions  

Gonchar good year and all

but he did come here to put some pucks in the net on the PP, no?

butler sighting

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 10:50 PM EST reply actions  

Karlsson isn’t going to get the calls isn’t he? :/

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:51 PM EST reply actions  

Sure doesn't look like it.

That’s seems like such a ridiculous reputation, doesn’t it?

by Pmoron on Jan 23, 2012 10:53 PM EST via mobile up reply actions  

All right, gents

I’m checking out for the night. Be good.

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by Mark Parisi on Jan 23, 2012 10:51 PM EST reply actions  

Night!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:52 PM EST up reply actions  

!@#$ing post.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:52 PM EST reply actions  

It's alright...

Z. Smith doesn’t give a crap.

by Bridges16 on Jan 23, 2012 10:53 PM EST up reply actions  

But I do. :(

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 10:53 PM EST up reply actions  

Well, he still put in good years with the team

And I don’t think there would be anything wrong with wearing that to a game, he was here for a long time and was good for the team

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:03 PM EST up reply actions  

Should have just got an Alfie jersey

You know he’s going to be retired… :)

by gcjager on Jan 23, 2012 11:04 PM EST up reply actions  

That's probably true

At least you didn’t get Heatley or Yashin or something like that

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:04 PM EST up reply actions  

As Rundblad showed me, a while.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:02 PM EST up reply actions  

I didn't buy one

But I was considering it. :p

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:03 PM EST up reply actions  

I got a Karlsson at the end of last season

I waited a really long time to get Spezza, but well, I really like some of the new faces on the team

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:04 PM EST up reply actions  

I got Karlsson at the end of last season. :D

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:05 PM EST up reply actions  

I will not regret that decision, I love it!!

I got an Alfie with my first one, and I feel like since now I always have THE fallback jersey, I can do silly things like get a Turris or a Rooster

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:06 PM EST up reply actions  

I love Karlsson... I like Turris and Cowen

I just feel like buying a jersey with a name on it should be reserved for someone who was really great for the team.

But then again, I don’t buy a lot of jerseys. Fisher one was a gift :p

by gcjager on Jan 23, 2012 11:05 PM EST up reply actions  

Thank God, lol

I would have laughed to have seen that

by gcjager on Jan 23, 2012 11:04 PM EST up reply actions  

My next one will be Lehner whenever I feel comfortable enough. ;)

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:05 PM EST up reply actions  

Hi guys.

Let’s hope the Sens tonight will help me get over yesterday

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:01 PM EST reply actions  

;)

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:01 PM EST up reply actions  

Hi Adnan.

Honestly, Tom vs. Eli in Peyton’s House will be great. But you goota admit, Flacco did better than Tommy.

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:03 PM EST up reply actions  

Ha, Brady even said himself “I sucked”

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:06 PM EST up reply actions  

Yeah. But I liked he said that. Tells you he is high on his playing standard.

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:06 PM EST up reply actions  

Dammit, Foligno.

A Goal Horn Haiku

Hoooonk hoooonk honk honk hooooonk
That's the sound the train horn makes
Suck it, Toronto

by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:02 PM EST reply actions  

Dustin Brown

every highlight of the guy he’s drawing a penalty. And here…..he’d be a good Senator, put is in the PP PK right side of the ledger for sure

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PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:05 PM EST reply actions  

Yeah, he’s got it down pretty well. A year ago it looked like he was diving all the time but he’s more subtle now.

by SCSF on Jan 23, 2012 11:07 PM EST up reply actions  

Dean Brown is going to have an ulcer.

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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:05 PM EST reply actions  

Do you think

Lee (if he’s out in California) and Kopitar reminisce?

Dustin Brown: a top six Chris Neil. That man can hit

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:06 PM EST reply actions  

Back from Amazing Geek Trivia night in the Glebe.

My team got 94 out of 100 points. Win!

A Goal Horn Haiku

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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:06 PM EST reply actions  

Well, that's what they called it.

You had to identify weapons from MiB or Hellboy, match up secret identities with real names, figure out what commercials or movies various shows were paying homage to … etc, etc.

A Goal Horn Haiku

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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:13 PM EST up reply actions  

Ewwww.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:07 PM EST reply actions  

Blergh.

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:07 PM EST reply actions  

not good

when willie mitchell scores with the 4th line out there

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by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:07 PM EST reply actions  

Terrible pass by Philips

To put Gonchar in a bad position…brutal

by OD99 on Jan 23, 2012 11:08 PM EST reply actions  

Dammit.

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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:09 PM EST reply actions  

Phillips was out there against the other team's 4th line

and I still wasn’t comfortable with the guy.

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:09 PM EST reply actions  

johnny Q

1 goal may be enough, he is that good

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by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:09 PM EST reply actions  

well

regression towards the mean means Quick due for an egg. Amiright?

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by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:16 PM EST up reply actions  

Chris Phillips sucks

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:13 PM EST up reply actions  

We hit the post, Karlsson didn’t draw a call again because he “dives” and Kings up 1-0!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:14 PM EST up reply actions  

nice break

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:15 PM EST reply actions  

You know what alot of good teams do?

Don’t give up the first goal x many games in a row.
Good comebacks to date, but c’mon already

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:17 PM EST reply actions  

thoughts on bobby butler?

can’t say I noticed him, you guys?

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PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:19 PM EST reply actions  

I haven't noticed a few players

Like Alfie. I could also pay more attention I suppose.

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:21 PM EST up reply actions  

ahahah

I have no doubt Alfie will do something of note before long….

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PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:22 PM EST up reply actions  

He looks as good as the rest of them

He had a couple of chances…but certainly not standing out

by OD99 on Jan 23, 2012 11:21 PM EST up reply actions  

This game looks very similar to the Ducks game so far

Fairly sloppy play but Kings not looking great either however we aren’t playing in their end very much…need to see some sustained pressure.

At some point this team will have to address its inability to consistently move the puck out of our end too…the lone goal came from too much fucking around then Philips giving it the hot potato treatment.

by OD99 on Jan 23, 2012 11:20 PM EST reply actions  

yup

Phillips and Carkner serve the slow, big bodied, #6 role.

Gotta say I got really excited about Cowen’s play with the puck…..had that huge 4 point game…..but he hasn’t been anything special recently. Rookie wall?

Either way, for comparison’s sake, Nashville has Suter-Weber, Josi-Klein, and Ellis-Hillen……all guys good skaters and good first pass out of the zone guys….even a fringe guy like Hillen…..

I guess my point is we need more guys who can do what Karlsson, Gonchar and Kuba, maybe Cowen can do, even on the bottom pair.

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PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:25 PM EST up reply actions  

The thing is we have so many prospects on the backend in the juniors.

Chris Wideman I have heard is a good puck mover, Ben Blood is well…Ben Blood (he actually had an altercation at the handshake line a couple of weeks ago, knocked a guy down, mayhem ensued). I’ve watched Jordan Fransoo some times and he’s a very calm guy and a steady presence on the PP. Then you have Claesson, etc.

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:28 PM EST up reply actions  

In other news, I think I've found the Alex Kovalev of soccer.

!@#$ing Mario Balotelli.

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:23 PM EST reply actions  

Except, Mario Balotelli is amazing

And interesting and actually produces on the pitch

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:24 PM EST up reply actions  

He's a bit nuts though

Such a liability at times.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:24 PM EST up reply actions  

I hate Man City, so yeah...

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:25 PM EST up reply actions  

Yes, which is why he is perfect for a team I don't cheer for

Every game there is the potential for him to get an outlandish red

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:26 PM EST up reply actions  

Makes sense. GLORY GLORY UNITED

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:28 PM EST up reply actions  

Haha too outlandish there I guess.

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:30 PM EST up reply actions  

For shame, for shame!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:32 PM EST up reply actions  

lol

I feel that we only see eye to eye on the Sens, sadly. But good for you and enjoy your current success (Super Bowl)

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:34 PM EST up reply actions  

Roger Federer?

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:35 PM EST up reply actions  

Not actively, but I am a passive Blue Jays fan.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:37 PM EST up reply actions  

Well, I am a Yankee fan

But have a huge soft spot for the Jays and would enjoy any success that came their way, so that’s two things

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:39 PM EST up reply actions  

Lol, nobody ever said Kovalev didn't produce on the ice

If Charlie Sheen played for the Leafs, the Leafs would be #winning. If LeBron James played for the Cavs, oh wait, he already did that.

by Donny1619 on Jan 23, 2012 11:25 PM EST up reply actions  

Why do we have to hear the Leafs scoring goals on the radio?

A Goal Horn Haiku

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That's the sound the train horn makes
Suck it, Toronto

by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:25 PM EST reply actions  

Hate to say it.

But Alfie hasnt seemed to be playing well. The team doesnt seem to be taking away the passing lanes. If it wasnt for botched LA passes this would be a bad game. Dont know if I like the way the Bust is playing tonight. Saw one or two shots but he seems outta place on the line to me.

by Brandon Isenor on Jan 23, 2012 11:28 PM EST reply actions  

It’s been a pretty meh game, neither team seems to have created much.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:30 PM EST up reply actions  

Would still give the edge to the Kings

Probably why they have the lead haha. But awesome penalty kill, and didnt think the powerplay looked as awful as of recent date. didnt score, but had some chances at least haha

by Brandon Isenor on Jan 23, 2012 11:32 PM EST reply actions  

What a save!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:37 PM EST reply actions  

Good pressure

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:38 PM EST reply actions  

Let’s call it a draw and everyone goes to bed.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:39 PM EST up reply actions  

The NHL doesn't approve of your 'draw' shenanigans.

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That's the sound the train horn makes
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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:40 PM EST up reply actions  

Evening folks!

I missed the first because I was life drawing after work. I also just carried about 50 pounds of books home that I ordered from Amazon.

by HaBla on Jan 23, 2012 11:40 PM EST reply actions  

as good as can be expected,

I haven’t done any life drawing in over a year, and it’s been a while since I’ve done any drawing in general so there was some serious pain getting back into the groove. But about an hour in I started getting some nicer stuff. Stout torsos, long legs, tiny heads, but individually, they looked okay. haha. It’s encouraging for the next time.

Serendipitously, one of the books that arrived today was a great anatomy book for artists.

by HaBla on Jan 23, 2012 11:46 PM EST up reply actions  

that's good

It is amazing hoe you do have to work back up to previous levels. I always liked the sustained poses. Could get some good muscle definition and things like that with those kind of poses

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:53 PM EST up reply actions  

I can't handle anything longer than 20 minutes

I love 2-5 minute poses. This comes from animation. The downside is I’ve lost all patience for longer, cleaned up drawings.

by HaBla on Jan 24, 2012 12:01 AM EST up reply actions  

I like a good ten minute

You get the gesture, but a little detail too

by Amelia L on Jan 24, 2012 12:02 AM EST up reply actions  

For FUCK's sake!!!!

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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:41 PM EST reply actions  

Wow

So let me get this straight: there are different ways to break a guy’s stick? One you’ll get a penalty, the other you won’t. Am I right?

by I Still Miss Hossa!!! on Jan 23, 2012 11:42 PM EST reply actions  

Yep.

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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:44 PM EST up reply actions  

Dont understand the refs

Phillips gets slashed no call. Karlsson taking down, but he “dives”. Yet LA seems to get the benefit of the doubt. Not a leafs fan so wont make excuses but cant say the refs are helping the Sens chances with the inconsistent calls.

by Brandon Isenor on Jan 23, 2012 11:45 PM EST reply actions  

I'm pretty sure the LA announcer just said

That Cowen is going to be 25 in two days.

That can’t be right…

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 11:48 PM EST reply actions  

A couple more years, and he’ll be too old to send down to the 67s

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 23, 2012 11:49 PM EST up reply actions  

Look who is back!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:50 PM EST up reply actions  

I hope it’s not Eminem, again.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 23, 2012 11:52 PM EST up reply actions  

one of the refs tonight

same as anaheim?

wonder if they hugged it out, Karlsson Paulrus and stripes

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:49 PM EST reply actions  

Penner may be an underachiever

but he has a good sense of humour and gives decent answers in interviews

by Amelia L on Jan 23, 2012 11:49 PM EST reply actions  

Agreed 100%

Great with fans

"If you aren't diving, you aren't trying"-Jordin Tootoo
PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:53 PM EST up reply actions  

DAMMIT

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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:53 PM EST reply actions  

Sigh.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:53 PM EST reply actions  

Somebody has got to just punch back at this rate.

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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:53 PM EST reply actions  

Damn it

clifford gordie howe

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PekKarlsson: The genetic mutant solution to all of Nashville and Ottawa's problems. Shea and Alfie approve.

by PekKarlsson on Jan 23, 2012 11:53 PM EST reply actions  

Piling on

Anderson needs some help…maybe time to give him a rest and throw in Auld if the boys aren’t going to clear anyone out of the way

by OD99 on Jan 23, 2012 11:54 PM EST reply actions  

I think this team needs a break.

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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:54 PM EST reply actions  

51% of them get the weekend off.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 23, 2012 11:56 PM EST up reply actions  

Hey look Sens get a PP!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 23, 2012 11:57 PM EST reply actions  

Is he still married to Rod Stewart’s ex-wife?

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 23, 2012 11:58 PM EST up reply actions  

I think he did something both awesome and douchebaggy

Like break up with her over facebook or email, or something like that.

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 11:59 PM EST up reply actions  

yeah iirc, he emailed the invitees with the news that it was called off

by SCSF on Jan 24, 2012 12:02 AM EST up reply actions  

So, like, then one of the bridesmaids forwarded a copy to the bride, who was all like, “WTF?”

The 21st century version of being sold to Humble Pie’s road manager for a case of beer, I guess.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:06 AM EST up reply actions  

  • they didn’t get married.

by SCSF on Jan 23, 2012 11:59 PM EST up reply actions  

P P P POWER PLAY

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by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:57 PM EST reply actions  

Love these LA announcers...

trying to say that Anderson initiated contact… Stoll was trying to stop, but Anderson went out of his way to make contact.

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 23, 2012 11:58 PM EST reply actions  

that’s former 67 Jimmy Fox for you

by SCSF on Jan 24, 2012 12:00 AM EST up reply actions  

I hope Turris isn't hurt.

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That's the sound the train horn makes
Suck it, Toronto

by Nightbreak on Jan 23, 2012 11:59 PM EST reply actions  

Things just aren’t going for us, so many chances on the power play, but can’t put it in.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 24, 2012 12:00 AM EST reply actions  

they're up against a hot goalie...

I can understand that… it’s happened to most teams who have played us in the past few weeks

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 24, 2012 12:01 AM EST up reply actions  

Not even, just some bad luck. Spezza has Butler for tap-in, he can’t get a touch.

Then we had the puck just laying in the paint, and no one can find it.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 24, 2012 12:02 AM EST up reply actions  

GREENING SMASH

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by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:01 AM EST reply actions  

Sigh Butler.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 24, 2012 12:03 AM EST reply actions  

argh

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by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:05 AM EST up reply actions  

I would try to sign Kuba now

Make him an offer that is sound enough to keep him in the organization, keep him tradable, and low enough we can eat some crow if we should ever have to buy him out. Just dont put it to him that way.

by Aenesidemus on Jan 24, 2012 12:06 AM EST reply actions  

DAMMIT, SMITH

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by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:07 AM EST reply actions  

FUCK

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by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:09 AM EST reply actions  

Booooooooooooooooooooo!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 24, 2012 12:09 AM EST reply actions  

He's got absolutely no help tonight.

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That's the sound the train horn makes
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by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:10 AM EST up reply actions  

*flips off the radio in disgust*

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by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:10 AM EST reply actions  

Holy crap...

Might just be time to switch off. THis is getting frustrating.

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 24, 2012 12:10 AM EST reply actions  

Sens are doing this to themselves.

They can’t take aggressive forecheck and you can bet all the teams back home are watching this tape and knowing how to beat us now.

A Goal Horn Haiku

Hoooonk hoooonk honk honk hooooonk
That's the sound the train horn makes
Suck it, Toronto

by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:11 AM EST reply actions  

Yep

We saw it against the Ducks and we’re seeing it tonight again

by I Still Miss Hossa!!! on Jan 24, 2012 12:12 AM EST up reply actions  

Too bad Jack Johnson didn’t choose to not show up tonight. Didn’t anyone tell him how huMANGous big our government is here in Ottawa? #trollingteamusa

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:12 AM EST reply actions  

Used to seeing it go the other way….you guys got burned….believe us Kings fans know how it feels.

Are Teemu Selanne and Melanie Griffith Twins?

by USHA#17 on Jan 24, 2012 12:24 AM EST up reply actions  

Well that’s that.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 24, 2012 12:13 AM EST reply actions  

Anderson made Lewis look like Luc Robitaiile on that one.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:13 AM EST reply actions  

even our broadcasters are saying that last one was a mistake

by SCSF on Jan 24, 2012 12:15 AM EST up reply actions  

still being outplayed

but, it would be nice if they got the call right

by Amelia L on Jan 24, 2012 12:15 AM EST up reply actions  

Being outplayed?

Its hard not to be when we’ve got one less man on the ice the whole game and refs are just giving out penalty shots. Oh wait, at one time we had two less men. And they’ve had how many non-calls?

Sorry just venting wadda crap game. Hate these referees. I say the game is lost, JUST FIGHT EVERYONE!!!!!!

by Tyler.mv on Jan 24, 2012 12:17 AM EST up reply actions  

Or, as the Second City blog refers to it, "Clown Shoes".

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Hoooonk hoooonk honk honk hooooonk
That's the sound the train horn makes
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by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:14 AM EST up reply actions  

Get Andy out of there...

he doesn’t deserve this crap

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 24, 2012 12:14 AM EST reply actions  

The Sens haven't been good though

Too bad but maybe back to back games like this was due….they won a few they probably shouldn’t have at the end of the recent run

by OD99 on Jan 24, 2012 12:14 AM EST reply actions  

True

There’s nothing I can see that we’ve done all that well

by I Still Miss Hossa!!! on Jan 24, 2012 12:15 AM EST up reply actions  

Hey friends

Just got home. Looks like I’ve missed a terrible, terrible game.

Co-manager, Silver Seven

by DarrenM on Jan 24, 2012 12:18 AM EST reply actions  

Nothing to see here Darren!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 24, 2012 12:19 AM EST up reply actions  

I think Peter said he will do one in the morning.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 24, 2012 12:20 AM EST up reply actions  

This is some quality of analysis, SportsNet.

So you’re saying that any number of dozens of NHL teams could use the services of a good player? Hmmm …. good point.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:22 AM EST reply actions  

You guys make it sound way worse than it is

The team isn’t playing its best hockey, for sure.

But this could be a 2-1 hockey game, if it weren’t for two things:

Horseshit refereeing
Jonathan Quick

by Everen on Jan 24, 2012 12:22 AM EST reply actions  

That's looking on the very bright side

The Sens haven’t played all that great for about 5 games now and while they could easily have a few goals tonight our defensive zone coverage has been brutal and the give-away’s glaring – again.

I just want them to play a solid 3rd period and take some momentum into tomorrow.

by OD99 on Jan 24, 2012 12:25 AM EST up reply actions  

A tough dose of reality for us and the team

Let’s hope for a better game tomorrow…

On the bright side, the All-Star break was looked at as potentially a bad thing but now perhaps it is the tonic required to get back on a good streak!

by OD99 on Jan 24, 2012 12:23 AM EST reply actions  

Are there going to be refs there?

Probably give Karlsson a diving penalty while listening to the anthem.

GO SENS GO GO TEXANS GO

by SENSGUY1 on Jan 24, 2012 12:31 AM EST up reply actions  

This is bull**it.!!!!!!

This game needs to be reviewed by the league! This is clear, that the refs are making a statement! Don’t say bad things in the media or we will make you pay. These officials have shown a clear bias against Ottawa tonight. I believe that if this game was officiated properly, there is a different score to this game. There needs to be accountability for the refs.

GO SENS GO GO TEXANS GO

by SENSGUY1 on Jan 24, 2012 12:23 AM EST reply actions  

Not gonna happen!

Would be nice, but it’s not going to happen

by I Still Miss Hossa!!! on Jan 24, 2012 12:26 AM EST up reply actions  

Yeah, what’s with that? Does Jeff Marek read lips now? Dude has mad skillz.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:28 AM EST up reply actions  

Johnson says" It's nice to score 4 goals, we have been having trouble scoreing goals lately"

Ya, walk down the hall and thank the refs for the biased gift!

GO SENS GO GO TEXANS GO

by SENSGUY1 on Jan 24, 2012 12:30 AM EST reply actions  

Mike Richards played 4 seasons with Kitchener? No way.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:31 AM EST reply actions  

Lockout year. Now it makes more sense.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:32 AM EST up reply actions  

This game is over man, it’s over!
Go home!
Close the game thread!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 24, 2012 12:32 AM EST reply actions  

lol

I’ll still watch, but probably won’t comment much

by Amelia L on Jan 24, 2012 12:34 AM EST up reply actions  

It first looked like it was under the defensemans glove…clearly a bad call, but clearly this was a situation where the ref could have reversed it once he saw the puck…most likely it was not a game changer however,,,LA are pretty good closers.

Are Teemu Selanne and Melanie Griffith Twins?

by USHA#17 on Jan 24, 2012 12:32 AM EST reply actions  

Dean Brown just now touting their closing abilities over the past few seasons.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:33 AM EST up reply actions  

The ref was a game changer!!

I know alot of you think this is just a bad night for our team, but the refs have played way to much role in this outcome. He has changed it from a game that could be “another comeback” to one that is out of reach!

GO SENS GO GO TEXANS GO

by SENSGUY1 on Jan 24, 2012 12:35 AM EST up reply actions  

P-P-P-P-Power...

Aw, never mind

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 24, 2012 12:34 AM EST reply actions  

Was the organist just playing some obscure minor theme from St. Elmo’s Fire?

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:35 AM EST reply actions  

SOMEBODY...

tell this team they have an extra skater out there.

ALFIE! ALFIE! ALFIE!

by BigSlice on Jan 24, 2012 12:36 AM EST reply actions  

can the sens surprise and score 4?

by spezzasbrother on Jan 24, 2012 12:37 AM EST via mobile reply actions  

From where do I recognize that delivery man actor on the Swiss Chalet ads?

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:43 AM EST reply actions  

He used to be in a lot of those Rogers cell phone commercials

by I Still Miss Hossa!!! on Jan 24, 2012 12:44 AM EST up reply actions  

Ah, that’s the one. The guy who was friends with the 70’s Hyde character

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:45 AM EST up reply actions  

This team is now just waiting for it to end now.

They know they can’t win against the Kings and the refs! Shame the refs have had such a huge affect on the outcome of this game.

GO SENS GO GO TEXANS GO

by SENSGUY1 on Jan 24, 2012 12:44 AM EST reply actions  

ALFIE!

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 24, 2012 12:45 AM EST reply actions  

At least it won't be a shutout.

A Goal Horn Haiku

Hoooonk hoooonk honk honk hooooonk
That's the sound the train horn makes
Suck it, Toronto

by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:46 AM EST reply actions  

Does Quick still lead the league?

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:47 AM EST up reply actions  

He does – six shutouts, to Elliott`s 5

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:48 AM EST up reply actions  

It begiiiiiiiiiins

Scholar, Gentleman, Shameless Sens Homer with a Heart of Gold.

by Johnny_Spectacular on Jan 24, 2012 12:47 AM EST reply actions  

Hahahaha

“One more goal by the Senators changes the complexity of this game enormously”.

Co-manager, Silver Seven

by DarrenM on Jan 24, 2012 12:48 AM EST reply actions  

Potvin, you`re a genius!!!1

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:48 AM EST up reply actions  

For sure

Instead of being down by 4, we’re down by 3

by I Still Miss Hossa!!! on Jan 24, 2012 12:48 AM EST up reply actions  

More clown shoes.

A Goal Horn Haiku

Hoooonk hoooonk honk honk hooooonk
That's the sound the train horn makes
Suck it, Toronto

by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:51 AM EST reply actions  

High stick in Neil's throat.

A Goal Horn Haiku

Hoooonk hoooonk honk honk hooooonk
That's the sound the train horn makes
Suck it, Toronto

by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 12:55 AM EST reply actions  

The Playing Card/Burger King jerseys?

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:56 AM EST up reply actions  

Those were awful.

I hated the one the Blues trotted out around that time. Think it had a trombone on the front or something.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 12:58 AM EST up reply actions  

Oh yeah. The one where the muscular Duck is like jumping his way out from under the ice, or something?

It used to be mandatory to have your mascot busting his way through some surface.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 1:01 AM EST up reply actions  

that's the one!

Feel sorry for class guys like Kariya and Selanne who had to wear those hideous things. Although current Islanders 3rd jerseys are also horrible.

by Amelia L on Jan 24, 2012 1:03 AM EST up reply actions  

Right up there with baseball give away night

Strange way to get the crowd going…blow whistles during the play

by OD99 on Jan 24, 2012 12:58 AM EST up reply actions  

Is that "another" blown call by the refs?

I really hope they don’t get away with this crap.

GO SENS GO GO TEXANS GO

by SENSGUY1 on Jan 24, 2012 12:57 AM EST reply actions  

Look at that...

4th line domination against the Sens…

Again though, the Sens have had good fortune with lots of contributions so far…still…fuck

by OD99 on Jan 24, 2012 1:00 AM EST reply actions  

Wow I thought I was alone in the world to think that way

We absolutly need to stick with the rebuilt plan. We are far away to be conteders yet. We’re not winning the cup this year independently of what we add at the trade deadline, let’s face it. So why, why why would we turn ourselves into buyers all of the sudden? We got away with wins in some bad performances lately because andy backed us. We’ve had alot of luck and poise earlier this year but let’s not get that success crawl to our heads. Get the rookies playoff experience and see how well we fare when that time comes. By doing that, we’ll already have exceeded by far the expectations. Then next year, we’ll be in a way better position to put the winning pieces in place. That’s my opinion but it’s as good as any one’s.

by puikiou on Jan 24, 2012 1:24 AM EST up reply actions  

Only one single franchise victory ever in Los Angeles, in the history of ever? Geez.

by Spezzal Teams Playa on Jan 24, 2012 1:05 AM EST reply actions  

team must party too much in California

their records against Sharks/Kings doesn’t make sense.

Co-manager, Silver Seven

by DarrenM on Jan 24, 2012 1:06 AM EST up reply actions  

WAVED OFF

A Goal Horn Haiku

Hoooonk hoooonk honk honk hooooonk
That's the sound the train horn makes
Suck it, Toronto

by Nightbreak on Jan 24, 2012 1:06 AM EST reply actions  

Well that sucked.

I love soft players (especially Europeans) that play on the perimeter. Enigmas are awesome. Grit and heart-and-soul are red flags.

Erik Karlsson is better than your favourite player.
Twitter: @sens_adnan

by Adnan on Jan 24, 2012 1:07 AM EST reply actions  

Spezza never had a point in LA still either

Yes that sucked…shake it off and beat up on the Coyotes tomorrow.

Turricane with the trick?

by OD99 on Jan 24, 2012 1:08 AM EST reply actions  

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