Hey, so...this is a new (yet old, deep in the memory banks) feeling. Rack 'em up, a new round and a new challenge. On to Tampa for a matchup against a very similar opponent.
Both sides come in with injuries, although many will run with the Stamkos/Stralman acknowledgement and look past the Halak, Lee and Grabovski gap (although Greiss has, at least for the time he's been in the starter role, rendered the Halak part moot). Meaning: both sides have issues, so deal with it.
While TB doesn't represent the size/speed/skill combo the Panthers had throughout their lineup, they do present a real challenge given their offensive skill overall, the redwood on the back line in Hedman and a world-class goalie in goliath Ben Bishop (who has shown streakiness; against the Isles this year, he's 1-2, with a 4.41 GAA and .842 SV%). But those regular season numbers mean nothing as the playoffs are its own season. We may see some more wide open hockey here as the Bolts don't play a trap system like FLA did.
Staple had a twitter Q& A with the fanbase this morning, and some of the things he discussed were:
- Pulock likely not back until after this weekend, expected to play next week
- Boychuk didn't play well in Rd 1, and he knows he needs to be better
- MDC likely called up after BPT series is over but doubts he'll play
- Feels Grabbo is probably done (his words, "a sad situation")
- Cappy's issue with Strome is 18's play away from the puck
- Outside of JT and Greiss, felt Hickey was Isles best player in Rd 1; one of the few that joined the rush regularly
- Feels there's currently a 30% chance Hammer is back with the Isles next year.
- Doesn't think KO returns, citing Free Agency doesn't come around often and he's gotta do what's best for his family. But the chances for a return are better with the first round win.
- Isles will try to move some contracts and get JT a top line LW
- Bernier's solid play has earned him a spot
- Hall for Hammer unlikely unless Isles sweeten that potential offer. Perhaps more like Draisaitl. And Hammer won't be moved for picks; Snow will demand an NHL-ready player.
But we're not talking housekeeping until the season ends. Too much hockey left to be played, more fun to be had. Drop the puck already.
Let's Go Islanders!
Growing up it all seems so one-sided
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The future pre-decided
Detached and subdivided
In the mass production zone
I thought the Islanders did not have great match-ups vs. Florida and yet still controlled play when they needed to. I think they control the match-ups better vs. Tampa and the added confidence of winning the last series is what they need to play the winner of Wash-Pitt.
LGI!!!!!
Tonight will be tough, but I think everyone will play a lot looser now that the monkey is off their collective back.
I like our chances to get to the ECF. Let's Go Islanders!!
2 - I would rather any other play besides Hall and Eberle for Hamonic.
Let's go now.
Should be a lot of goals scored in this series, so hopefully lines 2 and 3 get involved. LGI!
Should be a lot of goals scored in this series, so hopefully lines 2 and 3 get involved. LGI!
In order to win, it's time for guys like Nelson and Strome to show consistency and drive in their play.
Although based on above, Strome is not good away from puck and Bailey is.
Although based on above, Strome is not good away from puck and Bailey is.
Bailey did not make the trip to Tampa.
Love it. I hate the "original 6"
Although based on above, Strome is not good away from puck and Bailey is.
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playing. Fuckin bailed on his team Game 6.
Although based on above, Strome is not good away from puck and Bailey is.
Bailey still has the upper body thing; won't play for the Isles until next week's games (if, even).
I guess I wasn't paying attention. I thought he left the game with a lower body issue. It is sad about Grabbo. If a forward does down are they really going with Wright? It should be a fun series. Let's start this already.
We had more points, but then again the Lightning had 43 ROWs compared to our 40, which in it's purest form should be the truest measurement of success... you know... winning hockey games haha. So I'm not fuming over this one too much. More often than the Islanders, the Lightning went out and won a hockey game without the benefit of a skills competition. Even with the shootout they still won more games.
So the NHL countered their shitty points system with their shitty seeding system and somehow I think it worked out. That's just me. I get both sides of this one.
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playing. Fuckin bailed on his team Game 6.
Although based on above, Strome is not good away from puck and Bailey is.
Bailey still has the upper body thing; won't play for the Isles until next week's games (if, even).
I guess I wasn't paying attention. I thought he left the game with a lower body issue. It is sad about Grabbo. If a forward does down are they really going with Wright? It should be a fun series. Let's start this already.
I think we'd sooner see Eric Boulton and Clutterbuck would move to 3rd Line
Thank you, section.
I feel good about this series.
...so obviously, Bolts in 5.
Nastrovia
I think the worst thing that can happen is the Isles come out flat and dig themselves a quick 2/3-0 hole.
I'll probably be saying this all series... just get the damn puck to the net and good things will happen!
I think the worst thing that can happen is the Isles come out flat and dig themselves a quick 2/3-0 hole.
I'll probably be saying this all series... just get the damn puck to the net and good things will happen!
I didn't get the early flight out of Cleveland, so I will be watching from my laptop...
did someone mention that R2 is opened up on Gamecenter??
I didn't get the early flight out of Cleveland, so I will be watching from my laptop...
did someone mention that R2 is opened up on Gamecenter??
Don't know about Gamecenter - but you can find a link on reddit below. They've been cracking down on the Youtube links but others still work.
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I guess last years loss was easier to swallow since you lost to Rangers South...
Wanted the Lightning clean sweep like Florida got
Wanted the Lightning clean sweep like Florida got
at least we got Bucci on board.. the only one on that panel who knows his ass from his elbow (LeBrun is an overrated hack)
maybe some Victor, next.
Caps in 5 (flyers stole 2, shocking me)
Isles in 6 (woo)
Rangers in 6 (this was more WANT than anything..damn YINZ)
Tampa in 5 (woo)
Stars in 5 (close!)
Ducks in 6 (Duck's can still win!)
Kings in 5 (WAY off)
Hawks in 7 (damn)
ok..
Isles in 6
Caps in 6
I will wait to predict the west (wrongly) after the game tonight.
Wanted the Lightning clean sweep like Florida got
Barry Melrose picked the Lighting so that's good. He just figured out who John Tavares was a couple of seasons ago.
from my NHL App
"Islanders defenseman Ryan Pulock, who has been dealing with an upper-body injury since 4/20 did travel and was a full participant. Capuano said he could play Wednesday but didn't commit to it."
"It's tough to make those decisions based upon the matchups. I've talked to Pulock plenty of times and have no doubt he can do the job."
HUH?
it was last series when they were still "playing".
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Let's get this one. Keep the momentum rolling.
Tonight we need to get off to a solid start take control of the game and let Griess keep doing what he has been doing stopping shots by being able to see them clearly. I like where this team is right now, they believe in each other but it is now time we get more production out of 2nd and 4th lines. Go Isles!
Tonight we need to get off to a solid start take control of the game and let Griess keep doing what he has been doing stopping shots by being able to see them clearly. I like where this team is right now, they believe in each other but it is now time we get more production out of 2nd and 4th lines. Go Isles!
Sorry to hear - at least he's in a better place now.
Are Shannon and DP not doing pregame?
D: 2-3, 44-55, 14-28
If Brock was due to wake up, he hasn't gotten the call yet. Bad job on the defensive zone coverage. Stood and watched Palat instead of skating to him to close the gap.
Why is he on the pp?
But.. But... if you hit the net with the shot, how will you get the redirect or the bounce off the back boards??
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Every time it seems they completely miss!
But.. But... if you hit the net with the shot, how will you get the redirect or the bounce off the back boards??
I know, right? Instead they more often than not lead to odd man rushes the other way or a clear out on the pp
Walk in the park!!!
HUGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Not just saying this buddy.. I just said the EXACT same thing to my friend.
Wow, what a period.
If they decided to finally revert to that style consistently... look out
Welcome back bud
And he converted another guy because of it. Lol
JT!
Chess reference. Prince took the bishop
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Keep going for the jugular!
Chess reference. Prince took the bishop
Let's get Quine in on the action so the Rook can make a move
- Cal
I'd like to exhale for the 3rd
Still some slop out there. TB is a team capable of getting a lot in a hurry. Need to be on our toes for the final 20. Which, of course is the time I have to miss part of the period picking up the dudes from Boy Scouts. Let's keep this moving in the right direction.
I think Strome made Prince look better there.
Great pairing
Wow 12th, just saw this. My condolences brother.
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How good has the 1st 2 periods been. Prince is looking like a much bigger steal for us than we 1st thought.
I think Strome made Prince look better there.
Great pairing
Still gotta bury the biscuit. Maybe he can teach that to okposo
Sorry for your loss, friend. I missed it, too.
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How good has the 1st 2 periods been. Prince is looking like a much bigger steal for us than we 1st thought. Did not like last 4 minutes of the 2nd. Looked like we were playing as if it was 4-1 with 4 minutes to go in the 3rd rather than the 2nd. We need to keep the heat on be smart dump the puck deep and keep hitting and no dumb penalties. Keep it going.
Sorry for your loss, friend. I missed it, too.
How's overlook?
Bar in Midtown East. Mike went for a couple of the games last series so guessing he's there again
Off Strome - automatic benching :)
Hahahahahaha
Nice job men!
TB serving notice that this won't come easy.
Want something fun to think about? 11 more wins...
Schneider talking about how hard it is to play the Isles because of the depth at forward, rolling 4 lines capable of beating you. Said that when they're on their forechecking game,they set the tone and are hard to beat. Wears on you when they spend time in the opposing team's zone.
Still, a win is a win. Very upsetting to see they got so complacent at the end there. Greiss is a very good goalie. He proved it all year. It's not an aberration. Having said that, it's impossible for him to continue at this pace, it just is, and we can't just play like shit for a full period like that.
We have some gifted shooters and some very good goal tending and keeping us winning. The 4 line came alive today as well, which was my biggest positive take from the game. The first 2 periods validated we are good. The 3rd validated that we forget how to be good sometimes.
Another learning lesson hopefully, and it's nice to be "learning" while winning.
God how nice would it be to head back to Brooklyn up a pair?
I thought about that for a bit, having felt they were a bit complacent as you did, and then had to think there's some fatigue factor as well. They had just played parts of 10 periods in what would normally be a 6 period stretch. I think it caught up with them on a fairly quick turnaround, but as you said, a lesson learned while winning, The mental toughness to power through when the tank is on fumes is what winning teams need to have. They're going to have to figure that out to advance.
Anything else I should be aware of? Ecstatic we put up 5 and stole another game 1!
I disagree old5j... it's one thing to expect a push and fall on your heels a bit. It's another to be completely dependent on your goalie playing Vezina quality play just in order to not give up FOUR goals. A lesser effort from Greiss at the end there and we might not even make it to overtime.
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Still, a win is a win. Very upsetting to see they got so complacent at the end there.
I thought about that for a bit, having felt they were a bit complacent as you did, and then had to think there's some fatigue factor as well. They had just played parts of 10 periods in what would normally be a 6 period stretch. I think it caught up with them on a fairly quick turnaround, but as you said, a lesson learned while winning, The mental toughness to power through when the tank is on fumes is what winning teams need to have. They're going to have to figure that out to advance.
That is very fair. If the poor play at the end is the result of fatigue, it's very reasonable for sure, and considering how well they played through 2 periods, I bet that's the case. Perhaps I'm being a little hard.
time to rest up!
I need to say, because I shit on him pretty badly last series, Brock Nelson played a complete game. He competed for pucks, got in the corners, back-checked...all the things I thought he coasted on last series.
Secondary scoring will win or lose this series..it's important for these guys to keep it up.
Very sorry to hear about your loss, 12th Man. Hope your days get better.
we deserved to win the game. definately the better team last night
on the TB 3rd goal the puck got lost in one of their player's pants and I thought there should have been a whistle. it shook out after a few seconds and they scored right after.
they had more shots than us, but mostly as a result of their 17 3rd period shots during thier mad push. it was even heading into the 3rd.
we had less give aways, more take aways and won the faceoff battle 32-21
stupid of NBC to name Kucherov one of the 3 stars instead of Tavares.
In comment 12926218 giantgiantfan said:
"John Tavares is now the best current NY PRO athlete!"
true or not, it was cool to hear the recognition.
Really glad to see Strome get involved as he's a big part of the future. Frustrating to let them back in the game in the 3rd, but it's sort of inevitable for the other team to make a push at home, glad they were able to hold on.
Zid didn't play as good as he did in games 5, 6. I think Cappy rides him again game 2, but we might see Pulock in Brooklyn is Zid doesn't improve.
Are you sure you don't mean since the start of last year? 2010 seems too long ago for just 8 games.
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Is 1-6-1 vs the isles in NY since 2010. So Tampa really has to put everything into game 2 on saturday
Are you sure you don't mean since the start of last year? 2010 seems too long ago for just 8 games.
Ah crap, IN New York. My bad.
One thing about Tampa is that they aren't that good in their own zone at all. When they are attacking they are lethal but the Isles were able to keep the puck moving in their zone and it really exposed them. Bishop was horrible too. You'd have to expect him to bring his A game on Saturday.
Tickets to Game 3, and was on Good Morning America with our very own Michael Strahan this morning.
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They gotta realize that this is New York and this is the big time because theyre a third-rate organization. Im sorry, they are. Theyre a third-rate organization and they dont know what theyre doing. Theyre in the playoffs in the second round now. They dont even know how to be there.
They dont know how to promote themselves. They couldnt even find the time to get the coach to show up here. We were willing to take him. They couldnt even get him to the show on time.
So I mean, they dont know what theyre doing. Theyre a little lost right now. Theyre in a little deep.
Now theyre players arent, but the organization is. Their organization right now as far as what its doing, especially from a PR standpoint, is lost. I mean, third rate at best.
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Very sorry to hear about your loss, 12th Man. Hope your days get better.
Thanks Brett, not gonna lie, the night was a hell of a lot better after an Islander win.
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You know what, heres whats wrong with them right now: Theyre not Im going to be honest with you theyre not very good at promoting themselves. I gotta be honest with you: Theyre third rate at promoting themselves.
They gotta realize that this is New York and this is the big time because theyre a third-rate organization. Im sorry, they are. Theyre a third-rate organization and they dont know what theyre doing. Theyre in the playoffs in the second round now. They dont even know how to be there.
They dont know how to promote themselves. They couldnt even find the time to get the coach to show up here. We were willing to take him. They couldnt even get him to the show on time.
So I mean, they dont know what theyre doing. Theyre a little lost right now. Theyre in a little deep.
Now theyre players arent, but the organization is. Their organization right now as far as what its doing, especially from a PR standpoint, is lost. I mean, third rate at best.
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Hey Mike, why don't you try actually showing them or hockey for that matter any respect throughout the season and maybe they'd make time to be on your show. Drop everything everyone. Fatso wants Cappy on.
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throw a hissy fit and attack the Islanders because Cappy wouldn't take an interview?
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You know what, heres whats wrong with them right now: Theyre not Im going to be honest with you theyre not very good at promoting themselves. I gotta be honest with you: Theyre third rate at promoting themselves.
They gotta realize that this is New York and this is the big time because theyre a third-rate organization. Im sorry, they are. Theyre a third-rate organization and they dont know what theyre doing. Theyre in the playoffs in the second round now. They dont even know how to be there.
They dont know how to promote themselves. They couldnt even find the time to get the coach to show up here. We were willing to take him. They couldnt even get him to the show on time.
So I mean, they dont know what theyre doing. Theyre a little lost right now. Theyre in a little deep.
Now theyre players arent, but the organization is. Their organization right now as far as what its doing, especially from a PR standpoint, is lost. I mean, third rate at best.
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Hey Mike, why don't you try actually showing them or hockey for that matter any respect throughout the season and maybe they'd make time to be on your show. Drop everything everyone. Fatso wants Cappy on.
Mike Francessa that is not MILB.
Very sorry to hear about your loss, 12th Man. Hope your days get better.
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Congrats on the win guys.
Very sorry to hear about your loss, 12th Man. Hope your days get better.
Missed this earlier. Thanks, Brett. Isles are learning to become winners in front of our eyes. It's been nerve-wracking but more fun than anything.
You know what I learned relatively recently... In the five years prior to the Cup run, the Islanders went to the Eastern Conference Finals in 4 of those years, and lost in the 2nd round the other year.
Holy shit.. if you were a die hard fan and didn't know the glory that was coming, my God that must've been torture.
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Congrats on the win guys.
Very sorry to hear about your loss, 12th Man. Hope your days get better.
Missed this earlier. Thanks, Brett. Isles are learning to become winners in front of our eyes. It's been nerve-wracking but more fun than anything.
You know what I learned relatively recently... In the five years prior to the Cup run, the Islanders went to the Eastern Conference Finals in 4 of those years, and lost in the 2nd round the other year.
Holy shit.. if you were a die hard fan and didn't know the glory that was coming, my God that must've been torture.
In 4 of those 5 years we were in the NHL's final 4, and in the final 8 in the 5th year.
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Well okay, but still, the idea that you were in the "Final 4" four out of five seasons, not winning in any of them... still had to have been torture, lol
If the Giants got to the NFC Championship game 4 out of 5 years, sometimes yes having a bye along the way, wouldn't that be such a tease if they didn't get a Super Bowl out of a stretch like that?
You are to going to see below the faceoff dots in that end
If you want to see the game in its entirety it appears as though you could go and stand at the top of section 217. but you would have to get there pretty early on and you probably wont be able to leave or you'll lose your spot.
you could see the scoreboard to watch the game when the players disappear.
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If the Giants got to the NFC Championship game 4 out of 5 years, sometimes yes having a bye along the way, wouldn't that be such a tease if they didn't get a Super Bowl out of a stretch like that?
I agree. I was too young to remember 75 but that was the biggest surprise run. Upset the Rangers, fell behind Pitt 3 games to 0 then won 4 straight. Fell behind Philly 3-0 then won 3 straight before losing in 7. For a team in its 3rd year that's a great run.
79 I remember. Won the President's cup only to lose to the Rangers in the semis. That hurt...
Section 229, row 2, seat 16,17
I sat here for the series clincher. From this seat I had a view of everything except the nearest corner and behind the net. My view was basically cut off at the goal line. I never lost sight if the goalie and could just about see the top of the goal iF i leand forward. I could just barely see the net. For instance. On the 1st and only florida goal I knew the puck beat Griess but I didn't see it go in. I saw the player reactions.
In this row I would say seats 1-12 have a clear view of the entire goal. And I would say the same for the first row, as well.
The seat view on ticketmaster showed that I would have a clean view of the entire goal but that wasn't the case.
All said and done I'd sit there again. Face value on ticketmaster was like 75 bucks.
And guess what I got a full view if. The tavares tying and winning goal. Because they were down the other end.
#Isles are bringing seven players up from BPT: Cliche, Florek, Dal Colle, Kearns, Mayfield, Wotherspoon, Gibson. Will meet team on LI.
#Isles are bringing seven players up from BPT: Cliche, Florek, Dal Colle, Kearns, Mayfield, Wotherspoon, Gibson. Will meet team on LI.