I prefer "The System" over LotR.
Partially because I'm a sucker for self-deprecating humour, and partially because I feel LotR is less clever. There is more potential in "The System" IMO. Just like there was a lot more potential in Aliens than "It's just pain".
"Trading your 40g scorer due to lack of jam" -The System
"X is playing well? Put him with Richards to get Brad going!" -The System or
"1st line is rolling? Let's break them up to get Brad going!" -The System
"Lundqvist saves every shot he sees? Block every shot you can!" -The System
*Portrait of Richards in Dallas uniform* "80gp-24g-67a-91p 1.14PPG" *Portrait of Richards in Rangers uniform* "35gp-6g-16a-22p 0.63PPG" -The System
*Portrait of Gaborik in Rangers uniform* "Scored 100+ goals in three seasons" *Portrait of Gaborik in Columbus uniform* "Didn't block shots" -The System
*Portrait of Mitchell in Rangers uniform* "16p in 63gp" *Portrait of Mitchell in Avs uniform* "17p in 36gp" -The System
Disclaimer: I like Tortorella and I think the Gaborik trade was sound, these are just poking fun.