Sarnia Sting 2022-23 Season Thread

[StingUpdates]

Brought a buddy to this past week's game who hasn't seen a game live since at least 2018 he said.

He couldn't believe the improvements they have made production wise. From the pre-game intro, intermission videos, period start ups intros & all that stuff. He was blown away.

That is all ran by mainly college kids I believe so nice to see that connection (team & college) is strong & proving worthwhile for both parties. I know some students have gotten good opportunities after working for the Sting.

Obviously I want some banners/trophies more than anything, but since Hatcher/Legwand took over they've done some real good things around the/for city which has been nice to see. Important to be apart of the city & not just a hockey team. Especially in Jr/small markets.

 

[StingUpdates]

Have a tournament Martone! He continues to dominate when he plays with/against his age group. Been fantastic.

 

[Texcanuck]

Have a tournament Martone! He continues to dominate when he plays with/against his age group. Been fantastic.

I expect to see him come back a better, more confident player than when he left, and hopefully get (earn) more quality ice minutes with the Sting. I think he & MacDonell would be a good fit, and could get something going in the next month or so.

 

[Ferda11]

Brought a buddy to this past week's game who hasn't seen a game live since at least 2018 he said.

He couldn't believe the improvements they have made production wise. From the pre-game intro, intermission videos, period start ups intros & all that stuff. He was blown away.

That is all ran by mainly college kids I believe so nice to see that connection (team & college) is strong & proving worthwhile for both parties. I know some students have gotten good opportunities after working for the Sting.

Obviously I want some banners/trophies more than anything, but since Hatcher/Legwand took over they've done some real good things around the/for city which has been nice to see. Important to be apart of the city & not just a hockey team. Especially in Jr/small markets.

Heading down for Friday night's game. It will be my first of the year. Looking forward to getting back at the rink for one. There is such a huge difference between being at the game and watching on tv. The NHL or other pro leagues for sports with high quality broadcasts are fine to watch, but local television is what it is and the quality isn't always the best, especially streaming it through the CHL app. Man if I ever win the lottery, I'm buying top of the line camera equipment for Cogeco and donating it to them lol.

We still got $5 beers friday nights or did that ship sail?

 

[StingUpdates]

Heading down for Friday night's game. It will be my first of the year. Looking forward to getting back at the rink for one. There is such a huge difference between being at the game and watching on tv. The NHL or other pro leagues for sports with high quality broadcasts are fine to watch, but local television is what it is and the quality isn't always the best, especially streaming it through the CHL app. Man if I ever win the lottery, I'm buying top of the line camera equipment for Cogeco and donating it to them lol.

We still got $5 beers friday nights or did that ship sail?

Not 100% but think that ship sailed lol. Prices at the concession stands are bananas.

Craig Button did a mock team canada for the world juniors. Has Gaudreau as the starter despite his numbers.

 

[StingUpdates]

Unless it's gonna take them 3 days looks like Burke avoids suspension (unsurprisingly) for his "major" Sunday.

After the game Ritchie said Mast should be back so that'll be a big boost & help to the backend vs a real good OS team who's coming off a putrid loss so u know they'll come out pissed off. Always a tough building to play in too.

Hopefully Gaudreau & Namestnikov can build off their strong games vs FLT. Be real nice to get a goal or two from the B6, too.

 

[StingUpdates]

Unless it's gonna take them 3 days looks like Burke avoids suspension (unsurprisingly) for his "major" Sunday.

After the game Ritchie said Mast should be back so that'll be a big boost & help to the backend vs a real good OS team who's coming off a putrid loss so u know they'll come out pissed off. Always a tough building to play in too.

Hopefully Gaudreau & Namestnikov can build off their strong games vs FLT. Be real nice to get a goal or two from the B6, too.

Lol. And it did take them 3 days. Burke gets 2 games. Laughable.

Congrats to coach Letang on being named an assistant coach for the world juniors!

 

[DarkRed Knight]

Lol. And it did take them 3 days. Burke gets 2 games. Laughable.

Congrats to coach Letang on being named an assistant coach for the world juniors!

The Sarnia effect strikes again

 

[Savard18]

Unless it's gonna take them 3 days looks like Burke avoids suspension (unsurprisingly) for his "major" Sunday.

After the game Ritchie said Mast should be back so that'll be a big boost & help to the backend vs a real good OS team who's coming off a putrid loss so u know they'll come out pissed off. Always a tough building to play in too.

Hopefully Gaudreau & Namestnikov can build off their strong games vs FLT. Be real nice to get a goal or two from the B6, too.

Dude. He shoved him straight in the numbers head first into the boards from six feet out. It’s the dirtiest and most dangerous play in hockey. EVERY time that happens should be a 5, a game and a suspension. Watch ANY Firebirds player do that same thing this year and I promise you I will say the same thing. The Vilmanis blind-side? Meh. Don’t even think that should be called. Some of these slew foot suspensions? Lame. But how can you seriously see that one any other way? It’s directly in the numbers a full six feet out. The absolute worst spot to get it. If someone did that to a teammate of mine it’s instant gloves off. No discussion, no chirping, I don’t care what the clock and scoreboard say, we’re going now.

 

[StingUpdates]

Dude. He shoved him straight in the numbers head first into the boards from six feet out. It’s the dirtiest and most dangerous play in hockey. EVERY time that happens should be a 5, a game and a suspension. Watch ANY Firebirds player do that same thing this year and I promise you I will say the same thing. The Vilmanis blind-side? Meh. Don’t even think that should be called. Some of these slew foot suspensions? Lame. But how can you seriously see that one any other way? It’s directly in the numbers a full six feet out. The absolute worst spot to get it. If someone did that to a teammate of mine it’s instant gloves off. No discussion, no chirping, I don’t care what the clock and scoreboard say, we’re going now.

I personally didn't see much force behind it, wasn't going fast, arms didn't fully extend, no injury on the play. Glad Piercey is okay though as his head did hit awkwardly.

I'm not even sure Vilmanis hit the Firebirds player on the blindside hit. Never saw a replay, but live looked like he stole the puck & they bumped shoulders with very little impact. Refs were terrible all day for both teams.

Yah not sure what's up with all the slew foots lately lol. Feel like there's been 2or3 every weekend so far.

 

[Savard18]

I personally didn't see much force behind it, wasn't going fast, arms didn't fully extend, no injury on the play. Glad Piercey is okay though as his head did hit awkwardly.

I'm not even sure Vilmanis hit the Firebirds player on the blindside hit. Never saw a replay, but live looked like he stole the puck & they bumped shoulders with very little impact. Refs were terrible all day for both teams.

Yah not sure what's up with all the slew foots lately lol. Feel like there's been 2or3 every weekend so far.

I mean, I get that. He for sure didn’t straight up run him but it doesn’t take much in that situation to seriously F a guy up and straight in the numbers at that distance from the boards? The worst play. One or two games seems fair to me. As far as injury goes…I’ve never understood that one. If I launch my elbow into Kelton Hatcher’s jaw and he gets up and smokes me it’s nothing but if I catch Ty Voit clean shoulder to chest with his head down and he’s out for 8 weeks I get a suspension? I know I sound like a Neanderthal but they can dial back the slew foots, blindsides and even the “head shots” a little bit but man, I watched Travis Roy go down while I was still playing and I’m a firm believer in calling boarding stricter than they do.

 

[StingUpdates]

Still no Mast tonight. Jeez. Must be getting hit pretty hard by whatever he has. Hopefully isn't to serious.

Burke out serving his sspd. Dillingham, Hoover, Romeo all out.

Lines
Vilmanis-Lantz-Voit
Namestnikov-Filak-MacDonell
Way-Wainwright-Harper
Doucette-Doherty

MacDonald-Ritchie
Sikic-Daviault
Campbell

Gaudreau

Just not an ideal situation at all. Boys gonna have to really battle & play smart again.

 

[Ferda11]

Burke sussy is a joke. Just a league gone soft. Piercy sure is small for being such a big guy. Plus side, we get to see Vilmanis with Voit!

Not expecting anything great here tonight lol. Go team.

 

[HkyBeegs3]

I mean, I get that. He for sure didn’t straight up run him but it doesn’t take much in that situation to seriously F a guy up and straight in the numbers at that distance from the boards? The worst play. One or two games seems fair to me. As far as injury goes…I’ve never understood that one. If I launch my elbow into Kelton Hatcher’s jaw and he gets up and smokes me it’s nothing but if I catch Ty Voit clean shoulder to chest with his head down and he’s out for 8 weeks I get a suspension? I know I sound like a Neanderthal but they can dial back the slew foots, blindsides and even the “head shots” a little bit but man, I watched Travis Roy go down while I was still playing and I’m a firm believer in calling boarding stricter than they do.

It's a really fast sport and a physical sport but no matter what , and especially nowadays Burke or any player has to understand that any hit 4-6 feet from the boards, and from behind is dangerous and dumb, why even put yourself and the person your about to hit in that position. Burke needs to recognize that whether the player he hit embellished it or not it's a high risk play. 1-2 games for that hit is understandable. Might be tough scoring goals tonight. Hoping the patch work d play well.

 

[StingUpdates]

Burke sussy is a joke. Just a league gone soft. Piercy sure is small for being such a big guy. Plus side, we get to see Vilmanis with Voit!

Not expecting anything great here tonight lol. Go team.

As if losing 4D wasn't bad enough WSR, FLT & OS would arguably be the 3 teams I'd wanna avoid the most & it's the 3 teams we face in a row lmao. Just unbelievable luck.

U go thru this stretch then a month from now there's a chance we lose Gaudreau, Voit, Vilmanis & Letang for a month to the WJC. Sure Lantz has gotten a look or two from SWE as well as a role player.

We'll get to Christmas more than likely only playing one game with our full roster (opener) & even that only lasted about 25 minutes.

 

[HkyBeegs3]

As if losing 4D wasn't bad enough WSR, FLT & OS would arguably be the 3 teams I'd wanna avoid the most & it's the 3 teams we face in a row lmao. Just unbelievable luck.

U go thru this stretch then a month from now there's a chance we lose Gaudreau, Voit, Vilmanis & Letang for a month to the WJC. Sure Lantz has gotten a look or two from SWE as well as a role player.

We'll get to Christmas more than likely only playing one game with our full roster (opener) & even that only lasted about 25 minutes.

So Sarnia Sting like isn't it. We couldn't have it any other way.......

 

[StingUpdates]

So Sarnia Sting like isn't it. We couldn't have it any other way.......

It is. Haha. Rather it now than April but it's still incredibly frustrating. They are 1 pt back of 2nd despite the injuries, poor play of 2/3 of our 2nd line + Gaudreau's underwhelming start.

Party why I'm so high on this team. Just gotta hope their luck turns on the injury front & once that happens everything else follows.

 

[DarkRed Knight]

Just heard Seca pre game interview on the radio he mentioned that the team is looking to make changes and looking to add he also mentioned in the same quote that November is a very busy month

 

[Ferda11]

Needed one on that 4 min power play. Of course the attack score right after they kill it off.

 

[StingUpdates]

Needed one on that 4 min power play. Of course the attack score right after they kill it off.

Yah gonna be a long night. Sikic had no clue what to do on that 2nd goal. Hard to be mad at him.

Just heard Seca pre game interview on the radio he mentioned that the team is looking to make changes and looking to add he also mentioned in the same quote that November is a very busy month

Interesting he said make changes. Usually means certain guys out. See what he has planned!

 

[StingUpdates]

Thought Cross checks from behind in that area resulted in major penalties... OK I'm done crying about it

Definitely needed a PPG this pd to have a chance tonight I think.

Controlled most of the pd & allow 2 late ones. Probably the game. They battled but don't have enough on D.

Rough, rough night for Sikic on D. -4 with some bad missed assignments. Hard spot to be in. Did well vs FLT but is strugggggling tonight.

 

[StingUpdates]

Our defence currently:
Mast ~ Sick
Hoover ~ concussed
Romeo ~ Broken hand
Dillingham ~ shoulder
MacDonald ~ busted up nose
Ritchie ~ lost some teeth (looked like)

Good grief. Fingers crossed Mast & Dillingham can return this weekend. Desperately needed.

 

[AttackBeacher]

Our defence currently:
Mast ~ Sick
Hoover ~ concussed
Romeo ~ Broken hand
Dillingham ~ shoulder
MacDonald ~ busted up nose
Ritchie ~ lost some teeth (looked like)

Good grief. Fingers crossed Mast & Dillingham can return this weekend. Desperately needed.

Whats the problem with calling up Mitchell Young?

 

[StingUpdates]

Whats the problem with calling up Mitchell Young?

I think we r at max player cards unless with an injury you can use extras.

If that's the case I have no clue then. He hasn't had the best start with wellington but surely it's better than playing 4 guys 30 mins a night. Gotta be utterly exhausting. Especially when you aren't used to it.

 

[Ferda11]

Our defence currently:
Mast ~ Sick
Hoover ~ concussed
Romeo ~ Broken hand
Dillingham ~ shoulder
MacDonald ~ busted up nose
Ritchie ~ lost some teeth (looked like)

Good grief. Fingers crossed Mast & Dillingham can return this weekend. Desperately needed.

Lol this is comedic at this point. I’ve never seen a defense this banged up in all my years watching the Sting. You can’t be mad at anything right now. It’s a game of survival against teams like Owen Sound when you’re that depleted.

Start Surzycia Friday. Ben needs some days off to regroup. Hasn’t been fair for him but he still hasn’t been great either. I really don’t know what Letang and Seca are going to do here. Things are not sounding any better than what they were on the weekend.