GDT: Game 11 - Chicago Blackhawks @ Raffi Torres

[Vip]

He was shaking hands. He was even thrown out that game and came back on the ice to join in handshake alley.

I was exaggerating. Still doesn't change my opinion on him.

 

[Shepard]

He was shaking hands. He was even thrown out that game and came back on the ice to join in handshake alley.

I'm not a Kane fan, but he earned some serious respect points for that.

 

[SweYote]

I honestly wouldn't mind this:

Me neither. Just get it over with!

 

[Vip]

I just hate the majority of the hawks fan base in general. All they do is take relocation shots at us. Going to games at the Job against CHI a few years ago, they were the most arrogant and cocky fans I have ever seen.

Yes our attendance sucks and yes we are a playoff team. Not having an owner obviously destroys our attendance figures. Hell, even TV ratings are way up, they just haven't committed yet. But it doesn't mean that our passionate fans are any more or less passionate than theirs.

Most of you guys will probably disagree with me and that's okay.

That being said, just get a W

 

[PerpetualTankYear]

Everyone should bring a big ass sign that says somthing like "Hi" on it, incase there's a Hawks fan behind you. Just hold it up the whole game.

 

[Ben Eager]

I'm from Chicago so Im just curious, is playing hockey growing in popularity out in Phx? I'm talking pee wee's, hs level, etc.

 

[XX]

I'm from Chicago so Im just curious, is playing hockey growing in popularity out in Phx? I'm talking pee wee's, hs level, etc.

Yes, but icetime is expensive due to a lack of facilities so it's still a club sport at most schools.

 

[Plub]

I know you never want to see a player get seriously injured but between Keith and Shaw's suspensions last year, its clear that every team has physical players that want to win.

I didn't take kindly to the few Chicago fans in attendance at the home opener. They were booing Smith in our house...that didn't go over too well. We thought there was a second foot on the ice for the Hossa hit, they thought Smith was flopping....both hits resulted in suspensions. Its a flawed system but the hypocrisy is hilarious.

I love you for this post. Thank you!

 

[awfulwaffle]

Everyone should bring a big ass sign that says somthing like "Hi" on it, incase there's a Hawks fan behind you. Just hold it up the whole game.

Love this idea.

 

[Summer Rose]

The seat next to me is usually unoccupied; if there's a Hawks fan sitting in it (there might have been one for the opener, it was kind of hard to tell and she left after two periods) I might have to spill my drink.

 

[doaner]

The seat next to me is usually unoccupied; if there's a Hawks fan sitting in it (there might have been one for the opener, it was kind of hard to tell and she left after two periods) I might have to spill my drink.

I'd support this!

 

[TickleMeYandle]

I'm from Chicago so Im just curious, is playing hockey growing in popularity out in Phx? I'm talking pee wee's, hs level, etc.

Yes, it is. At all levels. My daughter is in initiation class (last step before joining a team, she's 8 so whatever level that is) and the class is packed - probably 30-40 kids coming out for that class each week. Some of these kids are there because they do belong as they aren't quite ready to join a team - but some are there as a 'holding pattern' until the new season starts and there is a spot for them.

I play in two organized leagues as well as a couple of drop-in leagues. The D-league that I do on Monday night has 10 full teams at the lowest level, plus teams at C, B, A, and over-30. The one that I do on Sundays has 3 teams of 18 each - just two seasons ago I remember there being a couple of subs each week because the teams were only 10 each and people would miss for various reasons. Another rink has just started a beginner league for adults and had to cap it at 60 because the demand was so high, and there is another rink that is going to start a developmental league.

during the summer, there is stick time and drop-in galore. but once the season starts, the ice is booked up. One rink doesn't offer ANY public sessions during hockey season because they are simply booked solid. The others only offer limited weekend sessions.

So yes, it's definitely growing. At my Tuesday night adult rookie class, we had 5 new people. we usually see 2-3 every week. And most of them come back regularly.

 

[XX]

Despite teams keying in on it, the Coyotes lead the league in shots from D by a healthy margin. This team went from #16 in shots per game to #2 for some reason.

 

[Howler Scores]

"@azc_mclellan: No Klesla on the ice for warm-ups."

Boo

 

[awfulwaffle]

Public parking is packed, going to be a fun crowd atmosphere tonight!

 

[Vip]

Despite teams keying in on it, the Coyotes lead the league in shots from D by a healthy margin. This team went from #16 in shots per game to #2 for some reason.

Must be DT's new game plan. Get a lot of shots.

 

[awfulwaffle]

"@azc_mclellan: No Klesla on the ice for warm-ups."

Boo

I hope he comes back soon. By the way, was there word on how long Schlemko is out? I'm sure it was mentioned somewhere but I forget.

 

[XX]

I hope he comes back soon. By the way, was there word on how long Schlemko is out? I'm sure it was mentioned somewhere but I forget.

2-3 weeks. Doesn't require surgery.

 

[Howler Scores]

Looking like a big crowd tonight.

 

[Vip]

Looking like a big crowd tonight.

What's the Yotes vs Hawks ratio?

 

[Vip]

Here we go!!

 

[Boedker89]

Streams, anyone? Haha sorry I know I'm asking this in every game

 

[Vip]

Streams, anyone? Haha sorry I know I'm asking this in every game

http://www.firstrow1.eu/watch/167727/1/watch-phoenix-coyotes-vs-chicago-blackhawks.html

 

[Vip]

Nice fight... Can't really tell who won.

Good to get that out of the way.

 

[Vip]

****. PK. Vrbata high sticking.