Rangers at Panthers
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 4:41 PM EST
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New York Rangers at Florida Panthers, Nov 25, 2009 7:30 PM EST
12-10-1 (25 Points) 10-9-3 (23 Points)
Blueshirt Banter * Rangers-Panthers GameDay Central * TSN Preview
WELCOME TO THIS EVENING'S OPEN THREAD
Back to navy blue for the Cats, who play host to the Rangers for their second game in five days. Saturday saw Florida wipe out a 2-0 New York lead, eventually winning 3-2 in regulation. Remember regulation?
Dual big-news action for this afternoon, as Panthers forward-who's-really-a-defenseman Ville Koistinen has finally been waived, at least temporarily bringing some closure to his in-and-out, four-minute appearances with the club he latched onto less than five months ago. Still not sure who dropped the ball on that one; was he scouted or wasn't he? And if he doesn't fit the DeBoer "mold" why was that not evident prior to the signing? In his place Florida has recalled winger Steve MacIntyre, whose presence should ensure fewer hits-against from tonight's opponent. Mr. Brashear, white courtesy phone please...
Tomas Vokoun is expected to go against Henrik Lundqvist, while Cory Stillman, David Booth, and why should I bother to type Nick Tarnasky remain on the outs. The Rags absolutely destroyed Columbus on Monday, finding their offensive legs in a 7-4 blowout at home, while the Panthers dropped a 3-2 (OT) "decision" to Pittsburgh the same night. And I use "decision" in precisely the intended manner; we're looking in your direction Kimmerly and Pollack.
Jim from Blueshirt Banter will be at the BAC this evening; he's the guy in the Rangers jersey. Should be easy to pick out. He'll be in the Lexus Lot before the game as well, which may be rather tricky considering the rain, but look for the "Banter" posters; Jim's a great dude, and a "local", no less.
If you're stuck at home like me, take a stroll over to BB and say hello.
Thanks for coming by. Go Cats.
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Remember regulation?
Well I heard something about it, but I don’t recall exactly. It didn’t get too much publicity around these here parts.
/Fletch Lives
//Yes, that sequel is unfairly maligned
P.S. Go Panthers! In regulation, of course.
Lighthouse Hockey: Side effects may include Weight gain and frequent game loss.
by Dominik on Nov 25, 2009 4:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
That’s got more funny lines per minute than many films of the past twenty years.
The emancipation proclamation quote above still gets me every time.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 4:56 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
From EKLUND, so obviously take it with a grain of salt!
Pierre McGuire said last night during an intermission that he was talking to a GM from a “southern team” who admitted that he was close to making a significant trade within the next two weeks.
This is not surprising and three (southern) names that are out there right now are…
Horton from Florida (e2). Vancouver, Dallas and Calgary are interested.
I am also hearing Florida has “VERY SERIOUS” interest in Dion Phaneuf should he become available
now wouldn’t that be something, the much acclaimed Bou/Phaneuf pair falls apart and we get the other piece!
FINALLY!!!! getting to attend a game tonight. CANT WAIT! GO CATS GO!
by alterego6487 on Nov 25, 2009 4:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
IF Dion is available it’s for a reason:
Phaneuf: 22gp, 11p, +2, 20pim, 5ppp, $6.5M (Cap hit: 6.5M)
McCabe: 22gp, 11p, +3, 12pim, 7ppp, $4.15M (Cap hit: 5.75M)
He ain’t bringin’ it. Maybe he needs a change of scenery – as did McCabe – but what a risk to take, especially after a 47-point, -11 season a year ago. That’s a serious difference in coin.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 5:07 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Alright
minutes away on a dreary night in SoFla.
MacIntyre wearing #33.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 7:26 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Ballard’s mic’d up…always hoped for an alternate R-rated audio feed for times like this
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 7:39 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Get the impression McCabe would be a fun listen
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 7:40 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
AROUND THE SE...
WAS over BUF 1-0, end of first
TBL and TOR tied at 2, 4 left in first
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 7:43 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Torts needs another classic postgame presser. Been a while.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 7:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
SE UPDATE
ATL over DET 1-0 in first
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 7:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
How many guys are better than Radek Dvorak on the PK, dollar-for-dollar?
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 7:54 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
You should see David Brine on the PK.. it really is surprising he hasn’t had a call up in a very long time. Everyone he has played with on a line has been called up this season (except for Big Mac)
by keithwozniak on Nov 25, 2009 8:55 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
According to NHL.com, the Panthers have yet to register a shot (NY has 5). If true, that’s a lot of attempts gone awry.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 7:55 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Cats playing BankAtlantic hockey, where the Rags are doing the Torts thing. Remarkable.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Avery’s in the house with a pointless jab at Leopold after the whistle.
Where’s MacIntyre, anyway? 1:23 TOI…none on the man advantage.
(Um, that was a joke.)
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sounds like Wade Redden may have really been tweaked by Oreskovich. No ill will to the guy, but the pattern has been the reverse.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:31 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
SE UPDATE
WAS over BUF 1-0, end of 2
TBL and TOR tied at 3, late in second
ATL over DET 1-0, mid-second (could be repercussions from this one)
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:38 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Billy’s right…Cats have missed majority of shots…not kewl
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:42 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Called it hours ago...
Brashear and MacIntyre
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:44 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Win: MacIntyre
Going to my grave with the “not a heavyweight” comment
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:46 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Damnit!! Why can’t I find this game anywhere to watch?
by keithwozniak on Nov 25, 2009 8:57 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
These holiday games are tough…everyone’s either at the BAC or hanging with family
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
BTW: Rochester guys are looking great
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Just wish Matthias would, ya know, do it.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:59 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
They always do!
Good fight I’m assuming? I’m sure it’ll be on youtube within the hour.
by keithwozniak on Nov 25, 2009 8:59 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Great stuff from Matty, Rusty, and Dvo.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 8:51 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
SE UPDATE
WAS over BUF 1-0. halfway thru third
TOR over TBL 4-3, start of third
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 9:00 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
ATL over DET 2-0, late in second
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 9:02 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Fight was not anything spectacular
But age difference was my guess in MacIntyre’s victory
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 9:01 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Reading that MacIntyre got Brashear with a couple of great body shots.
by keithwozniak on Nov 25, 2009 9:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Really good body shots…it showed on Brash’s face
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 9:21 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Here come the naysayers
and it’s deserved. No reason the Cats can’t be better than 11 shots. Ridiculous. And if Horton would cease aiming for the middle of the goaltender’s chest, we’d be in far beeter shape.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 9:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
nope. gave up since Mac already got his fight in.. watching some AHL games now.
by keithwozniak on Nov 25, 2009 9:25 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Surprised…you’d think someone would post up a New York link
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 9:26 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
This game is freaking stinky
No flow or realistic and consistent show of force from FLA
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 9:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
DeBoer's getting outcoached
No other reason for the “flat” response by his troops
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 9:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Let's Go SE!!!
Gotta love Avery giving the puck away. Punk. Now for the W.
If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...
by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 25, 2009 9:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Punk is right. Don’t need to tell you.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 9:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
No indeed. Avery + Rags = Hate.
If consequences dictate the course of action, then it doesn't matter what's right, it's only wrong if you get caught. If consequences dictate the course of action, then I should play God...
by Fehr and Balanced on Nov 25, 2009 10:02 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
i really want two pts. out of this… come on D
Go Cats and Go Canes!
by KentuckyCane on Nov 25, 2009 9:59 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
now let’s make that kill mean something@
Go Cats and Go Canes!
by KentuckyCane on Nov 25, 2009 10:03 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Never an easy night for the Cats (!!!)…but how hard do they make it on themselves?
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 10:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Correction
that was the move of the night
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 10:04 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
good lord they kill me, haha, i can hardly breathe right now
Go Cats and Go Canes!
by KentuckyCane on Nov 25, 2009 10:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
On to the skills competition
Can’t be a fluffy, lighthearted win for FLA…gotta be a grudgematch
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 10:05 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
i am getting tired of these 1/2 victories
Go Cats and Go Canes!
by KentuckyCane on Nov 25, 2009 10:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Agreed…appears we have a problem on our hands
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 10:12 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Well...
…the Cats really had no right getting this far, given their play early, but it’s one more point.
by Donny Rivette on Nov 25, 2009 10:11 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
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