On average, we are a little above last
year.<br><br>My reasons:<br><br>We are playing about to the same
level as last year, which is a good thing. We have not
slipped any.<br><br>But, the difference in this year and
last, we have obtained more of the basic building
blocks to make a great team in the future. <br><br>We
have veteren depth in our defensive corps with the
addition of Bill Houlder.<br><br>We have goaltender depth
with Dunham nd Vokoun and the rookies we drafted last
year. ie, Brian Finley and I forget the other guys
name.<br><br>We have the potential of at least three excellent
scoring lines with the addition of the new
rookies.<br><br>The point I am trying to make is, I finally am
beginning to believe in the front office's slow build
process. (especially after seeing the "Go buy a Team"
mentality of Atlanta didn;t work)<br><br>So, overall, we
are in better shape than last year, in talent pool
and potential for the future.<br><br>What do you
think?
I definately think that we are better this year than last year. Teams don't look at us this year like they did last year. Last year we surprised a lot of ...
On average, we are a little above last year.<br><br>My reasons:<br><br>We are playing about to the same level as last year, which is a good thing. We have not ...
The Thrashers have an excellent site. You can find interviews with players, coaches and the GM complete with audio clips, video highlights from the ...
My opinion is that they are much improved over last year. Some areas are very much improved and others are about the same.<br><br>Win or lose this team plays a...
On the contrary Paul, I have seen that call twice already this season on NHL Center Ice. One was awarded to the Maple Leafs back in November and another was ...
<No penalty for the goalie, who STARTED the fight???? Roughing and fighting called on the SAME player on the SAME play????><br>The way I understand this...
<Some of our weak links are ... disappointments like ... Robitaille ....><br>Aw, jt, don't give up on him yet! He's been sitting more than playing...
Let me summarize some responses to previous posts (in no particular order):<br><br>1. Yes Paul, I agree all the way. The calls seem to be getting worse for us...
Do you feal bad, don't sweat it.<br><br>But really, do you remember how Larry Robinson would stretch out and deflect a shot with his stick, Ken Dryden was only...
Don't misunderstand me... he has been a disappointment as he had so much promise then seemed to slack off on at least part of his game. I did not give up on...
I've watched a tape of that play repeatedly.<br><br>With Dwyer stepping in he drew the penalty for instigating (a rule that I absolutely despise!), no roughing...
I've watched a tape of that play repeatedly.<br><br>With Dwyer stepping in he drew the penalty for instigating (a rule that I absolutely despise!), no roughing...
With the trade deadline less than two weeks away, let's talk about some possibilities with the Predators...<br><br>IMHO, Here are some potential trades that...
With Cote all but gone in my opinion, I would like to keep Bougner as he can also play hockey! I do not think he is a good enough player for playoff bound...
I am writing to give my thoughts on these guys.<br><br>Robitaille<br>I don't think Randy has been given a fair shot on the team this year, unlike Legwand who...
<<<unlike Legwand who has gotten the first line assignment without deserving it (imo). <<<<br><br>I don't know about that. If you look at the...
Trades made before the trade deadline are made by teams on the bubble of making the playoffs or possible cup contenders looking for players that can help put ...
I think the sleep deprivation is kicking in already! West coast, not east.... ;-) Don't worry. I'll be up late with you! The east coast ones mess me up because...
You're exactly right Stas. It has already kicked in. I stayed up to watch the Phoenix/Carolina game last night. For those who missed, it was one of the most...
I agree Randy needs to work on his defensive part of his game, hopefully without affecting his offensive style of play.<br><br>A good example would be Stephane...
Why would we want to trade away Kimmo? He is a young player and was elected to the all-star game (even though he didn't play). <br><br>Right know, I don't ...
Our plane leaves in about two hours for the West Coast as the Predators Pride Booster Club joins the team for the final two games of this three game trip. And...
<The two-referee system being phased into the National Hockey League has created a demand for at least 10 new full-time positions next season.><br><a...
<Usually, one or two officials a year find their way into the NHL from the AHL, but the two-referee system helped put eight rookie referees into the NHL...