Re: 2009 Chicago Blackhawks

[kujay]

I read a couple blurbs about it, and apparently Versus didn't get what they were asking for.

 

It probably doesn't make sense but I was thinking it was all about Comcast embarrassing rival directv or getting directv subscribers upset with their provider.

 

I read speculation about that motive a few months ago. As I understand it Vs. just stays exactly where it was. Is that on a sports tier? I have all the sports channels (RSNs, etc.) so I don't know what is on what package.

[Soul]

I looked back a little way and didn't see it posted:

 

Ovechkin was suspended for 2 games for the Campbell hit.

 

And most of the opinion I've read was that it wasn't warranted. I agree.

 

I hate it when the NHL looks at the outcome of a play to decide the punishment. No question, if Campbell had gotten up and not been hurt, Ovie would not have been suspended. That's ass backwards.

 

I understand that sentiment, but I don't understanding how people can claim that wasn't a dirty hit, and that sort of thing shouldn't be punished. You shouldn't be able to shove a guy from behind into the boards. There's plenty of opportunity for big clean hits throughout the game, and any claims that this is a softening of the game is nonsense. Also, I have to say I don't have a problem with the punishment depending on the severity of the results of your actions. It happens all the time in all walks of life. You want to play like a jackass, well, you are going to be liable in some way shape or form for the consequences of your actions.

 

Do you think Ovechkin's history played into it as well? I don't watch him all the time, but from what I understand this isn't the first time for him.

[jersey cubs fan]

I read a couple blurbs about it, and apparently Versus didn't get what they were asking for.

 

It probably doesn't make sense but I was thinking it was all about Comcast embarrassing rival directv or getting directv subscribers upset with their provider.

 

I read speculation about that motive a few months ago. As I understand it Vs. just stays exactly where it was. Is that on a sports tier? I have all the sports channels (RSNs, etc.) so I don't know what is on what package.

 

It's 603, up near all the random sports sites and just before all the RSN's, so I assume it is part of that sports tier. I thought Comcast was asking for more money per subscriber for the channel, as that has been the case in several content vs provider disagreements lately.

[jersey cubs fan]

Do you think Ovechkin's history played into it as well? I don't watch him all the time, but from what I understand this isn't the first time for him.

 

I think it all played a part, the act itself, the results, and the reputation. Troublemakers are always going to be at greater risk of punishment, that's how it works. If you do something stupid and nothing bad happens, you will have an easier time than if you do something stupid and something bad does happen.

[NewUserName]

I looked back a little way and didn't see it posted:

 

Ovechkin was suspended for 2 games for the Campbell hit.

 

And most of the opinion I've read was that it wasn't warranted. I agree.

 

I hate it when the NHL looks at the outcome of a play to decide the punishment. No question, if Campbell had gotten up and not been hurt, Ovie would not have been suspended. That's ass backwards.

 

I understand that sentiment, but I don't understanding how people can claim that wasn't a dirty hit, and that sort of thing shouldn't be punished. You shouldn't be able to shove a guy from behind into the boards. There's plenty of opportunity for big clean hits throughout the game, and any claims that this is a softening of the game is nonsense. Also, I have to say I don't have a problem with the punishment depending on the severity of the results of your actions. It happens all the time in all walks of life. You want to play like a jackass, well, you are going to be liable in some way shape or form for the consequences of your actions.

 

Do you think Ovechkin's history played into it as well? I don't watch him all the time, but from what I understand this isn't the first time for him.

 

If the Hawks would have won the game I bet you it would have only been a 1 game suspension also. I don't think it is that hard to come up with a consistent punishment system for these types of incidents.

[kujay]

7-8 weeks for Campbell:

 

http://www.chicagobreakingsports.com/2010/03/blackhawks-recall-defenseman-boynton.html

 

Hopefully they'll still be playing.

[Garwilly]

I do not have the sports tier, but I get Versus.

[jersey cubs fan]

I do not have the sports tier, but I get Versus.

 

Directv? So do you get all the channels in the 600-610 range?

[Garwilly]

I do not have the sports tier, but I get Versus.

 

Directv? So do you get all the channels in the 600-610 range?

 

 

I just checked them all, I get:

603 Vs

607 Speed

608 Hunting

610 Big 10

 

I have had the same package for 3 and a half years now, I think I may get these due them being grandfathered in.

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apparently byfluglien has been running drills with the defensemen in practice

[NewUserName]

apparently byfluglien has been running drills with the defensemen in practice

 

probably play the point on the 2nd PP unit

[BCVM22]

http://www.secondcityhockey.com/2010/3/16/1376121/letter-to-soupy-from-hjalmarsson

[NewUserName]

I read through a Sharks board this morning. Bad Goaltending, defensive breakdowns, bad coaching, oh know Detroit is going to kill us in the playoffs. Sounded familiar

[UMFan83]

I read through a Sharks board this morning. Bad Goaltending, defensive breakdowns, bad coaching, oh know Detroit is going to kill us in the playoffs. Sounded familiar

 

I'd be panicked if my team had the best record in hockey last year and lost in the first round too. You are going to worry about everything until you get over the hump.

 

Hawks fans are panicking becuase they are Chicago sports fans, who in general, panick about everything and anything.

[NewUserName]

I read through a Sharks board this morning. Bad Goaltending, defensive breakdowns, bad coaching, oh know Detroit is going to kill us in the playoffs. Sounded familiar

 

I'd be panicked if my team had the best record in hockey last year and lost in the first round too. You are going to worry about everything until you get over the hump.

 

Hawks fans are panicking becuase they are Chicago sports fans, who in general, panick about everything and anything.

 

Yeah, truth is the until 97 the Wings were similar to the Sharks. I wonder if what the Sharks need is an enemy, like the Avs became for the Wings, to motivate them to get over the top.

[Magnetic Curses]

I read through a Sharks board this morning. Bad Goaltending, defensive breakdowns, bad coaching, oh know Detroit is going to kill us in the playoffs. Sounded familiar

 

I'd be panicked if my team had the best record in hockey last year and lost in the first round too. You are going to worry about everything until you get over the hump.

 

Hawks fans are panicking becuase they are Chicago sports fans, who in general, panick about everything and anything.

 

and rightly so

[jersey cubs fan]

Jesse Rogers tweeting that Crawford may be starting tonight. Huet was the only one not at that ridiculous Leno taping, down with the flu.

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crawford is starting tonight. seems like a desperation move.

[17 Seconds]

man we look like crap

 

and just as i'm typing that toews completely misses the net on a breakaway

[brinoch]

The Hawks look fine. Really dominated that period.

[brinoch]

Another stupid, selfish penalty by Eager.

[17 Seconds]

The Hawks look fine. Really dominated that period.

 

i posted that early in the period before they turned it on

 

Another stupid, selfish penalty by Eager.

 

him and byfuglien are so annoying

[17 Seconds]

oh [expletive] you wiz. dirty

[17 Seconds]

the penalties even out?!?!?

[Garwilly]

Poor application of the rules here.