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Game 59: Ottawa Senators @ Tampa Bay Lightning

Ottawa Senators at Tampa Bay Lightning, Feb 14, 2012 7:00 PM EST





The Senators head south for a two-game swing through Florida, and they kick things off tonight against the Lightning. It's the Valentine's Day Classic! Or at least it could be, if the league wanted to make it so...

Anyway, although Ottawa's still well ahead of Tampa in the standings, they haven't been playing nearly as well as their expansion-year brethren: The Sens are 2-6-2 in their last ten, while the Bolts are 6-2-2 over that span.

We can expect Craig Anderson to start tonight, looking to continue his dominance over the Lightning: He's got a 5-1-2 record and two shutouts in his career against them. At the other end will be Mathieu Garon, who's got a lifetime record of 0-2 against Ottawa.

Up front, Zenon Konopka won't get the opportunity to play against his old team, as there are no lineup changes. That means Matt Carkner will also be scratched again, and the lines should look like this:



Craig Anderson (starter)

Star-divide

Here are some things I would watch for tonight, if I were watching the game:

  • Scorching Spezza et al.: Spezza's line with Michalek and Butler is on fire. Will they be able to keep up their offence against the Lightning?
  • Paging Kyle Turris: Turris doesn't have a point in five games, and his line has seriously cooled down. Can the Senators get two lines going on the same night?
  • Karlsson's Defence: I'd expect Karlsson and Kuba to draw the tough match-up against Steven Stamkos' line; how will Karlsson do in a defensive role? Will it negatively impact his offensive risk-taking?
  • Emotional Phillips: The 1,000th game and subsequent ceremony are now behind him, so how will Chris Phillips respond? Will we see Clutch Chris (Dr. Jekyll) or Big Game Chris (Mr. Hyde)?
So if you're not otherwise occupied this evening, join us here to watch the game!

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WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

Who else here is listening to Kenny Loggins – Playing With the Boys to pump up for this game!?!?!

Silver Seven - The Daniel Alfredsson of Ottawa Senators Blogs

by Mark Parisi on Feb 14, 2012 5:47 PM EST reply actions  

I'm sorry for this

Silver Seven - The Daniel Alfredsson of Ottawa Senators Blogs

by Mark Parisi on Feb 14, 2012 5:47 PM EST up reply actions  

wow - i bet Kenny Loggins would like a do-over on that song title

Actually, as much as i’ve raged about the lousy GDT pump-up song choices, i think since Mark has actually recommended ‘good’ songs, the Sens started sucking.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 7:09 PM EST up reply actions  

Remember when Michalek and Stamkos had the same goal total this season?

And then Milan got a concussion…not that I think he would have been able to keep pace.

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 6:32 PM EST reply actions  

lol

Bets on whether it will just be us tonight

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 6:35 PM EST up reply actions  

I wish I could stick around.

But I have the game set to record on the DVR, so in 13 minutes, I’m gone. :(

by dzuunmod on Feb 14, 2012 6:44 PM EST up reply actions  

not much

Looking forward to the game, you?

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 6:51 PM EST up reply actions  

Got engaged. Otherwise, nada.

Although I’m going to see Julius Caesar in a few hours.

Gas Snake - Silver Seven

by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 6:53 PM EST up reply actions  

Sadly it's just the play.

I’ve been to Rome, though. Loved it. I want to go back.

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by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 6:56 PM EST up reply actions  

Woooo!

Congrats!

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 6:58 PM EST up reply actions  

Thanks!

She’s a neat girl. She also got tickets in a suite for Saturday’s Canucks-Leafs game. I may be borrowing a jersey.

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by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 7:00 PM EST up reply actions  

Score

With connections like that, it’s about time you locked that down

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:01 PM EST up reply actions  

Dads trip!

I hope Hasse is as adorable as he was last year. And that Kuba’s dad still has his amazing hat.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:03 PM EST reply actions  

Wasn't it?

I also hope Milan’s dad is there so Kuba Sr has someone to talk to. Apparently he doesn’t really speak English :S

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:06 PM EST up reply actions  

Sens have missed the net 744 times so far this year. OW.

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Suck it, Toronto

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:05 PM EST reply actions  

imagine if just 100 of those hit the net

Probably 10 more goals maybe, a couple more wins

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 7:06 PM EST up reply actions  

eeeyup

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:06 PM EST up reply actions  

"LET'S. GET. ACCURATE!"

… Not something I can picture Darkwing Duck saying.

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:09 PM EST up reply actions  

.... a lot?

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:12 PM EST up reply actions  

Lol fair enough.

I was just wondering what our rank was in the league

by I Still Miss Hossa!!! on Feb 14, 2012 7:13 PM EST up reply actions  

I can't find a total stat yet.

I have the ESPN figures for SOG for every player, but I’m not about to add them all up.

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:14 PM EST up reply actions  

that was Karlsson's 192 shot on goal. o.o

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:15 PM EST up reply actions  

Easier than I thought: 1823 shots on goal. 744 that have missed.

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:20 PM EST up reply actions  

let's get physical!

i wanna see some forecheck. And a semblance of a defensive system – not the “omigod – here comes somebody! what-do-i-do, what-do-i-do?!?” system.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 7:12 PM EST up reply actions  

I love Tampa

Always have. They are like a weird mirror image of our own team.

by Aenesidemus on Feb 14, 2012 7:11 PM EST reply actions  

Me too

Not the mirror image part, but I hop on their bandwagon when Ottawa’s post-season ends. Stamkos. That’s all.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:12 PM EST up reply actions  

Me too!

Then I hopped on the Boston bandwagon because Chris Kelly. Then that jerk brought the Stanley Cup to Ottawa and didn’t even have a public party for me to get to shake his hand.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:30 PM EST up reply actions  

Woah

Already?

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:11 PM EST reply actions  

KARLSSON

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That's the sound the train horn makes
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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:11 PM EST reply actions  

P P P POWER PLAY

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:12 PM EST reply actions  

Spezza misses his first of the night.

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:13 PM EST reply actions   1 recs

DAMMIT, Spezza

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:16 PM EST reply actions  

On the train and stuck with radio for the first

But I just want to say Erik Karlsson is the greatest hockey player of all time. OF ALL TIME!

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 Feb 14, 2012 7:17 PM EST via mobile reply actions  

Aside from the sucky PP

we’re looking pretty strong so far… (touch wood)

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 7:24 PM EST reply actions  

It's weird having the rink audio on the TV so low.

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:24 PM EST reply actions  

Nice one, Butler. Where's the slashing call against the Lightning?

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:25 PM EST reply actions  

So when Winchester returns

who do we like most out of O’Brien, Winchester, Konopka?

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 7:25 PM EST reply actions  

Winchester

At least for the beginning. Have to give him a shot.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:26 PM EST up reply actions  

I would say make them fight in a pit

But then we are stuck with Konopke. Good to let Winchester have/compete for/win his position back….but his position was the weakest link – him and Carkner. So, at this point – I would say O’Brien.

by Aenesidemus on Feb 14, 2012 7:46 PM EST up reply actions  

WHAT THE HELL ARE YOU DOING ANDERSON

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:26 PM EST reply actions  

That was said all in one breath. x.x

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:26 PM EST up reply actions  

I've seen him do that before

He did it against Vancouver in his first season with Colorado. I screamed at him from the last row. He didn’t listen. In fairness, he was pretty far away from me.

Gas Snake - Silver Seven

by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 7:27 PM EST up reply actions  

Were there ice girls nearby?

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:27 PM EST up reply actions  

No, BUT

He did stair at the “Ice Crew” women during the TV timeouts. Coach would be lecturing everyone and Anderson just stood there staring, not paying attention.

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by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 7:28 PM EST up reply actions  

makes me wonder if he's got binoculars to watch our dance crew up in the 300 level

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:29 PM EST up reply actions  

Haven't seen them in weeks

When I complained, I was told that I was not the first person to find it completely unacceptable.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:31 PM EST up reply actions  

You're hardly alone.

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:32 PM EST up reply actions  

It's been said for years that we aren't a market for that sort of thing. I don't know what changed Marketing's opinion.

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:33 PM EST up reply actions  

I didn't file a complaint, but I found them disturbing

Should see the Vancouver Giants. Those girls are so underaged and have the same enthusiasm as a zombie alone in a wheat field.

Gas Snake - Silver Seven

by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 7:33 PM EST up reply actions  

MacLean let the Dads sit in on the pregame speech.

Hasse was unimpressed.

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:31 PM EST reply actions  

oh really?

That is actually terrible.

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 7:32 PM EST up reply actions  

Seriously, that is horrible.

Glad the dads are on the trip. It would be nice to have a moms trip (although I think it is a lot less fun for a bunch of 20 something guys to go on a road trip with their mom, but other teams alternate between moms and dads)

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 7:36 PM EST up reply actions  

Too many guys have lost their moms

And with everything that happened with Foligno’s mom, it’d kind of make the team look like jerks.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:39 PM EST up reply actions  

I don't know about that

Plus not all the dads can make it either. I don’t think it would make them look like jerks, just that they’re doing both. When you’re talking about parents in their 50s, 60s, and even 70s, not all are going to be able to make the trip.

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 7:41 PM EST up reply actions  

Yeah, but it was just so public with Foligno's mom

Sure a lot of them will have lost a parent or will have an ill parent, but there was so much media attention for Foligno’s mom and it was so obvious that he took it hard and he still brings it up when he goes on visits to the Ottawa Cancer Centre. It seems like a questionable idea to me.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:43 PM EST up reply actions  

Yeah

Plus I don’t know that I’ve ever seen Hasse not looking incredibly excited about everything

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:33 PM EST up reply actions  

Awww Shannon

I miss him. Don’t really know why we didn’t re-sign him.

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by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:32 PM EST reply actions  

He's better than a fourth liner

For the last couple of months of last season, he was making a solid case for 2nd line.

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by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:34 PM EST up reply actions  

That was when we had no one

Lots of people would be 2nd liners on that team.

by TheGuineaPig on Feb 14, 2012 7:35 PM EST up reply actions  

That roster that's the same as what we have now, minus Konopka and Turris?

He was thriving when our roster was full of the likes of Butler, Condra, Greening, etc. It’s not like much changed over the summer.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:36 PM EST up reply actions  

I don't see that

We don’t really have anyone else fill the same role on our roster.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:35 PM EST up reply actions  

I don't know

I would rather give that 4th line spot to someone else. His man thing was speed, and we have other guys with speed now.

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 7:37 PM EST up reply actions  

Small and that fast? Who?

I just don’t see the harm, and I don’t think it was all that obvious over the summer that we had someone else who was really fast. I agree that we don’t have room now, but given where we were and what we had when we let him go I really don’t see it.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:41 PM EST up reply actions  

Oh that explains why we signed Konopka then.

If you were gonna let any veteran go (not that Shannon’s really a veteran since dude’s 28 which is like 3 years older than most of those callups from last season), I don’t buy letting the guy who thrived playing more with those callups be the one to walk.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:45 PM EST up reply actions  

Yeah, Konopka was a whatever signing too

But he brings different skills than Shannon. Either way, not having Shannon is not really a loss. Decent player, good guy, but people got too attached to bottom six players.

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 7:46 PM EST up reply actions  

MISTER ANDERSON

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:33 PM EST reply actions  

Dammit, defense. CLEAR THAT PUCK

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:38 PM EST reply actions  

He let his password out publicly by accident over the summer

A bunch of people logged in and started posting disgusting tweets, like mocking Pacioretty for the Chara thing. I logged in, changed his password, and then emailed him with the now re-secured account details.

Nice guy. He asked me, and I quote, “Should I say a sorry to Max?”

So, Bruno Gervais apologizing to Pacioretty? That’s on me.

Gas Snake - Silver Seven

by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 7:45 PM EST up reply actions  

Nice catch of Spezza's pass, Lee.

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:45 PM EST reply actions  

Please, oh please, do NOT let Rick Nash's trade list include Toronto.

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:48 PM EST reply actions  

Toronto is frequently listed as a destination

Sure they always have the need, but I feel like a lot of players don’t want to play there. A guy like Nash who doesn’t like the spotlight probably doesn’t want to go to T.O.

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 7:51 PM EST up reply actions  

there was that NHL players poll that was done last season (CBC maybe?)

And T.O. was listed as one of the 5 least desirable franchises to play for. Ottawa was in the top 5.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 7:53 PM EST up reply actions  

I'm not shocked by either

T.O. is a zoo, Ottawa can be hard on some people and not everyone loves the city (compared with places like LA or New York).

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 7:54 PM EST up reply actions  

no Ottawa was in the top 5 most desirable franchises to play for.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 7:55 PM EST up reply actions  

Tell that to FIlip Kuba

Or Brian Lee.

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:56 PM EST up reply actions  

Even the Leaf Homers on Hockeycentral said Nash aint coming

The leafs have absolutely zero top end prospects, and especially have no spare goalie of value

by Sensfan90 on Feb 14, 2012 7:57 PM EST up reply actions  

oh, that does make more sense

I was trying to come up for overall reasons for both. I could understand goalies not wanted to be here.

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 7:56 PM EST up reply actions  

damn fact checkers...

but that 5% still put toronto in the 5 least desirable. so, i goofed on the Ottawa being top 5.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 8:06 PM EST up reply actions  

There's one simple reason for listing Toronto as a destination

Ratings. Leafs fans tune in; if they think there’s a chance their team will get the biggest name, they’ll watch all day long.

by Peter Raaymakers on Feb 14, 2012 8:03 PM EST up reply actions  

Yeah, and T.O. media does like to talk Leafs

For ratings and because that’s what they’re most familiar with.

by Amelia L on Feb 14, 2012 8:04 PM EST up reply actions  

"Oh, hey! This superstar *might* pick Toronto. Stay tuned."

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:05 PM EST up reply actions  

If they do trade Nash, that's going to put a crimp in the 2013 All Star Game in Columbus.

With no hometown Nash to vote in, that’s going to make it tough for the Jackets to have a roster of their own. Unless they fire-sale and get high-energy prospects.

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:10 PM EST up reply actions  

so, it seems to me that from the moment i mentioned how good the Sens were looking

they started sucking. Listen, Hockey Gods, i did finish by saying “touch wood” – did you miss that?!?

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 7:48 PM EST reply actions  

I'm thinking of writing a post about all-time Sens killers

Anybody have some suggestions? I’ve got a couple names down already, and I’m wondering if anybody has some that I haven’t thought of/remembered.

by TheGuineaPig on Feb 14, 2012 7:48 PM EST reply actions  

CuJo

Drew Brees- the REAL MVP.

by Alex Swift on Feb 14, 2012 8:01 PM EST up reply actions  

K, I'm off

Later, all!

Oh Captain, my Captain!

by AlfieGirl on Feb 14, 2012 7:58 PM EST reply actions  

Later

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 7:59 PM EST up reply actions  

Hey, Darren

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:04 PM EST up reply actions  

Poor Turris. He had an open night

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Hoooonk hoooonk honk honk hooooonk
That's the sound the train horn makes
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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:06 PM EST reply actions  

.... net.

A Goal Horn Haiku

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:06 PM EST up reply actions  

All time Sens Killers...wow - so many...

Definitely deserves a post. I am sure there are those individuals that have eaten us like a hog trough buffet, and those who have stoned us cold in nets. Over the course of 20 years – wow.

by Aenesidemus on Feb 14, 2012 8:08 PM EST reply actions  

I was somewhat surprised to find out who the leading scorer against the Sens is

In the regular season, that is. Because he’s never played a playoff game against the Sens.

by TheGuineaPig on Feb 14, 2012 8:12 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 Feb 14, 2012 8:13 PM EST reply actions  

Hi Adnan!

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:14 PM EST up reply actions  

Yo!

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:14 PM EST up reply actions  

Sup!

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:17 PM EST up reply actions  

NICE pass, Spezza. LOOK next time.

(Oh, what am I saying?)

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:13 PM EST reply actions  

Does Stamkos think he's back at the ASG with that spin-o-rama?

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:15 PM EST reply actions  

"Nice. Nice. Not *thrilling*, but nice."

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:16 PM EST up reply actions  

Alright as I am apparently recapping, who wants to summarise the 1st period for me? ;)

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:17 PM EST reply actions  

Looks like the old Phillips has shown up tonight

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:19 PM EST reply actions  

#LeeDown

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:21 PM EST reply actions  

Cheers folks.

Milan is playing too well (speaking of the last several games, not specifically tonight) to not score. When is this drought going to end.

by OttawaWendy on Feb 14, 2012 8:23 PM EST reply actions  

it sure seems that way. you can’t say he hasn’t gotten his chances.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 8:24 PM EST up reply actions  

Turris wants it, too

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:25 PM EST up reply actions  

He scored in the last game.

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:25 PM EST up reply actions  

Did he?

God, I watched the game but was apparently asleep at the same time. I have a 10 month old – it explains a lot.

by OttawaWendy on Feb 14, 2012 8:27 PM EST up reply actions  

Been a while before that though, 12 January.

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:28 PM EST up reply actions  

Hah. He loves watching hockey, but I don’t think he understands it yet!

by OttawaWendy on Feb 14, 2012 8:29 PM EST up reply actions  

Great. He can have a job as an NHL ref.

A Goal Horn Haiku

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

by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:29 PM EST up reply actions  

What a chance for TUrris there!

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:25 PM EST reply actions  

Someone tell Karlsson to look over his freaking shoulder!!!!

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:25 PM EST reply actions  

Way to go Anderson.

But boys, you might consider marking the guys who are 2 feet from the goal.

by OttawaWendy on Feb 14, 2012 8:25 PM EST reply actions  

Look at the little guy winning the board battles. ;)

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:29 PM EST reply actions  

P P P POWER PLAY

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:31 PM EST reply actions  

Power play!

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:31 PM EST reply actions  

GOAL

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:34 PM EST reply actions  

GOAL!

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:34 PM EST reply actions  

ALFREDSSON

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:34 PM EST reply actions  

Some nice passing turning good D to good offense.

by OttawaWendy on Feb 14, 2012 8:38 PM EST reply actions  

i could have really used that point – i’m about to pull the trigger on dumping Michalek in my hockey pool too. No room for sentimentality when money’s on the line.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 8:41 PM EST up reply actions  

Ah 3-0 would have been nice there on that 2-on-1 chance.

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:41 PM EST reply actions  

Condra & Z.Smith... no goal.

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:41 PM EST reply actions  

WHY does Sportsnet assume we're looking for players?

Oh, Tomoe Rutuu was so a player of interest. Feh

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:42 PM EST reply actions  

Yes.

Murray has said he wants a top six forward. Ruutu is one. Ruutu’s a good player. Murray has dealt with Carolina at the deadline before… etc.

It’s all speculation, of course, but it makes sense. Still, asking price would be way too high

Co-manager, Silver Seven

by DarrenM on Feb 14, 2012 8:44 PM EST up reply actions  

Also, Ruutu is now injured.

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:45 PM EST up reply actions  

Oh and congratulations Ryan! :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 Feb 14, 2012 8:44 PM EST reply actions  

According to Alix’ tweet, Wyshynski and Marek mentioned it on their podcast.

You are kind of a big shot! (or she is)

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:47 PM EST up reply actions  

Moi. He had me send him the details.

I’ve had drinks with Jeff. Wouldn’t say we’re friends, but I know him.

Gas Snake - Silver Seven

by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 8:48 PM EST up reply actions  

Ales Hemsky? ARE YOU ALL JUST PULLING NAMES OUT OF A FREAKING HAT?

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:48 PM EST reply actions  

"a guy like Hemsky might fit"

there’s commitment. what a load of bullshit – Eklund’s better than that.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 8:49 PM EST reply actions  

yep – that’s what i meant. I don’t know why SN bothers with the trade talk – they’re so lame at it. they should just say, “So, we’d like to do some trade talk sooooo… we’re just going to cut away to some dead air while you swith over to TSN.”

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 8:53 PM EST up reply actions  

It's all speculation

They’re not pretending it’s anything but speculation, so they’re still ahead of Eklund—he makes statements and claims they come from ‘sources,’ which is bullshit.

by Peter Raaymakers on Feb 15, 2012 8:49 AM EST up reply actions  

Ha, I actually that commercial was pretty funny.

Maybe that’s what I am single? ;)

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:53 PM EST up reply actions  

To be fair, I agree the wiserhood commercials are generally douchebags, but yeah putting the bag around the girl’s purse, that made me laugh.

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:55 PM EST up reply actions  

BOOM!

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:55 PM EST up reply actions  

i’m already married and i found it funny so BOOM BOOM!

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 8:56 PM EST up reply actions  

I can get behind anything

that works out in our favour – and I dont see it among the names being bandied about anywhere.

The Turris move, and similar moves – will be what makes the future of this team.

I guarantee – if we pick up soneone at the deadline, or even a UFA in the summer – regardless of who we get – the asking price, the salary, and the subsequent performance – it will all be too much.

We could land a guy who can do what Nash or Rutuu can do – for next to nothing. Our scouting needs to come through for us. Better to gamble this way.

And of course, we cant make a move for anyone who is a member of the doucherhood – honorary or not.

by Aenesidemus on Feb 14, 2012 8:54 PM EST reply actions  

Better than nothing. ;)

Imagine if it was a Sens home game with the old scoreboard.

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:56 PM EST up reply actions  

WHEN DID THIS HAPPEN!

But I meant imagine if that was the centre ice stream.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:00 PM EST up reply actions  

I watched that too, but that was 2 years ago.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:02 PM EST up reply actions  

Detroit is up 2-0 late in 2nd…this would be their 21st straight home win.

Crazy.

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:59 PM EST reply actions  

goal change

Spezza from Kuba & Karlsson!!!

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 8:59 PM EST reply actions  

WOO HOO!

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 Feb 14, 2012 8:59 PM EST up reply actions  

yay fantasy pool point for me!!

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:00 PM EST up reply actions  

Point for my fantasy!

I mean…yeah.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:00 PM EST up reply actions  

YAY

Sad for Alfie, but yay.

Gas Snake - Silver Seven

by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 8:59 PM EST up reply actions  

This is the best Valentine's Day ever

I have done literally zero to celebrate.

Gas Snake - Silver Seven

by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 9:03 PM EST reply actions  

I've done even less

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:03 PM EST up reply actions  

i bought flowers and chocolate for my wife

but she’s really tired and went to bed early so i can watch the game guilt-free – grand-slam!!!

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:04 PM EST up reply actions  

The director made me stay at work until 630. He felt less guilty when I said no I didn’t have a wife getting angry.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:05 PM EST up reply actions  

I like Denis Potvin

“This is clearly Alfredsson’s goal.”
“I think it may have gone off Brewer, it looked like it changed direction.”
“It may have gone straight in.”

All in 20 seconds.

Gas Snake - Silver Seven

by Ryan Classic on Feb 14, 2012 9:04 PM EST reply actions  

They need better TVs in the booth in Tampa.

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:05 PM EST up reply actions  

Uh-oh. Karlsson's hand.

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:07 PM EST reply actions  

Sens have had a lot of chances for that 3-0 goal. Really wish they would take one.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:07 PM EST reply actions  

"Leafs, Nash would seem a perfect fit"

Fuck off, Toronto Sun.

41 minutes ago. THAT didn’t take long

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:08 PM EST reply actions  

He’s from Brampton, good chance he is a Leafs 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 Feb 14, 2012 9:09 PM EST up reply actions  

Again, Toronto has nothing of good value

Only Schenn has even proven himself an nhl for gods sake

by Sensfan90 on Feb 14, 2012 9:10 PM EST up reply actions  

that one’s a mystery to me… Kadri seems like he should be developing into a decent center.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:12 PM EST up reply actions  

i meant forward – can’t remember what position he plays.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:12 PM EST up reply actions  

he’s young – they seem to give up on him pretty quickly. what’s the last decent prospect that Toronto’s developed anyway? They even seem to be ready to throw Schenn under the bus.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:14 PM EST up reply actions  

... Neil, why you bother with St. Louis?

Just have Karlsson hold him at arm’s-length

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:13 PM EST reply actions  

He’s almost as close to Malkin as he is to 2nd place defenceman.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:14 PM EST up reply actions  

Dammit, Turris

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:14 PM EST reply actions  

maybe he and Michalek need to stop doing whatever it is that they are both doing.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:16 PM EST up reply actions  

Fucking "Karlsson dove" comment from Malone. Trying to get into the refs' heads with 10 minutes to go?

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:17 PM EST reply actions  

Its the Bolts specialty

Whining. And there isn’t really a bigger hypocrisy than a teammate of Stamkos making any sort of comment on diving.

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

by Johnny_Spectacular on Feb 14, 2012 9:19 PM EST up reply actions  

Ha!

“Spending valentine’s with women who isn’t my wife?”

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:18 PM EST reply actions  

PENALTY SHOT

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:18 PM EST reply actions  

Penalty shot!

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:18 PM EST reply actions  

I will not object one bit if Karlsson elects to punch someone after this

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:19 PM EST reply actions  

JUST MISSED

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:19 PM EST reply actions  

Uuuuuurgh

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by Johnny_Spectacular on Feb 14, 2012 9:19 PM EST reply actions  

Damn it Turris :(

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:19 PM EST reply actions  

The puck has no love for him tonight

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

by Johnny_Spectacular on Feb 14, 2012 9:20 PM EST up reply actions  

snake-bitten
well played by Garon though

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:20 PM EST up reply actions  

Hit the corner post off the pad

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:20 PM EST reply actions  

Spezza does that a lot.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:23 PM EST up reply actions  

SPEZZA

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:21 PM EST reply actions  

GIGGLES!

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:21 PM EST reply actions  

SUCKERED HIM IN

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:21 PM EST reply actions  

SPEZZA MAKES MY PANTS CHANGE SHAPE!

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by Johnny_Spectacular on Feb 14, 2012 9:21 PM EST reply actions   1 recs

Rec’d or flagged?

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:22 PM EST up reply actions  

Even I'm not sure, to be honest...

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by Johnny_Spectacular on Feb 14, 2012 9:23 PM EST up reply actions  

Stick to hockey metaphors, Denis.

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:24 PM EST up reply actions  

it seems like he might have had a few before the game tonight.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:25 PM EST up reply actions  

BRIAN LEE WITH THE BIG HIT

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:24 PM EST reply actions  

#LeeSmash

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:24 PM EST reply actions  

Karlsson, Spezza, Kuba and Michalek have been on the ice for all 3 goals.
Butler 2 and Alfie for 1.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:25 PM EST reply actions  

Can I start thinking Butler is awesome again yet?

I’m scared too…he’s hurt me so many times before…

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

by Johnny_Spectacular on Feb 14, 2012 9:26 PM EST up reply actions  

i think he's got his confidence back

he’s also playing with Spezza again, which helps. haha.

Co-manager, Silver Seven

by DarrenM on Feb 14, 2012 9:27 PM EST up reply actions  

I am kind of surprised Marlboro man hasn’t been here for a while given how well Butler is doing.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:28 PM EST up reply actions  

he did this last year too

maybe we just send him somewhere for conditioning and call him back after the all-star break.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:27 PM EST up reply actions  

Leafs down 2-0.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:27 PM EST reply actions  

Haha, was just about to post that

This is an excellent thing.

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

by Johnny_Spectacular on Feb 14, 2012 9:28 PM EST up reply actions  

No, Kuba. When you take the puck away from Stamkos, don't give it right back

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That's the sound the train horn makes
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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:30 PM EST reply actions  

Soooooo

If, as the Team predicts, a loss here throws the Bolts into seller mode…anyone we want?

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

by Johnny_Spectacular on Feb 14, 2012 9:31 PM EST reply actions  

Stamkos.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:31 PM EST up reply actions  

Hedman.

Go for the Swede!

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:32 PM EST up reply actions  

Some nice prospects would be good.

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:31 PM EST up reply actions  

name sounds familiar.

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:32 PM EST up reply actions  

nah – i’m with Adnan on this one.

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:32 PM EST up reply actions  

Pulled goalie with 3 goal lead?

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:32 PM EST reply actions  

So close to hat trick!

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:33 PM EST reply actions  

HAT TRICK!

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:34 PM EST reply actions  

HAT TRICK

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:34 PM EST reply actions  

Didn't that once get Havlat kicked around?

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:34 PM EST reply actions  

hilarious

spezza – what a team player!

by west-sider on Feb 14, 2012 9:34 PM EST reply actions  

what a team to get him that hat trick

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:35 PM EST up reply actions  

ANDERSON SHUTOUT

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by Nightbreak on Feb 14, 2012 9:36 PM EST reply actions  

Great game!

4-0 probably flattered us, but deserved the win.

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 Feb 14, 2012 9:36 PM EST reply actions  

yep

Anderson is definitely a Sens Hero tonight.

Co-manager, Silver Seven

by DarrenM on Feb 14, 2012 9:37 PM EST up reply actions  

Agree

Essentially the forward and goalies did their job, but defensively it was not a great performance

by OttawaWendy on Feb 14, 2012 9:38 PM EST up reply actions  

Fair point

I meant the team defensively more than each individual defenceman

by OttawaWendy on Feb 14, 2012 9:40 PM EST up reply actions  

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