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Post-Game Talk: SC Finals, Here We Come

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CM Lundqvist said:
Had to post this...

I've been a Rangers fan since 1991. First season I watched was the 1991-92 season. I thought I saw that year what was the greatest Ranger team put together on paper ever lose to the Penguins on a ****** 60-foot snapshot from Ron Francis. At that time, finding out about the 52 year drought they had, I thought they'd never win a cup. But in 1994 thanks to some great hookups, I went to 10 games during that magical run and got to go to a parade. One of the greatest moments of my life. Seeing the Yankees win 2 years later to start the first of 5 championships during my lifetime was great too as well as seeing the Giants put that one GIANT BLEMISH on New England's 2007 season and then beat them again in 2011.

But NOTHING and I mean NOTHING compares to the allure of the Rangers winning. I've gone to 5 games this postseason so far (Games 1 & 2 vs Philly, Game 3 vs Pittsburgh and Games 4 and 6 vs Montreal) and I don't think I've EVER heard the Garden as loud as it was in games 4 and 6. This feeling is surreal and although it's 2 days later, I still don't think it's sunk in yet.

I know Chicago and LA fans might sit here and say that we look like amateurs being that we look like we don't know how to handle this kind of success, whatever. I don't care what ANYONE says. This is an amazing journey and I'm glad to say that I'm a Ranger fan, just like you guys.

I've been on these boards for 8 years now. I know some great posters who know a ton about this sport and have been watching for just as long, if not longer than I have. I've also gotten into some heated arguments and probably pissed off quite a few of you. What can I say? I'm proud, intense and I straddle the line.

However, every single one of us deserves this. We truly are some of the greatest fans in the world and don't let ANYONE tell you otherwise. Let's keep this amazing journey going and keep having fun.

Sorry for the novel, but it was on my mind.
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Well said my friend. Very well said.
 
kovazub94 said:
Right after making copies and giving those to Hank and MCD.
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+1

It really will come down to these two in the end. If these two are able to take their game to yet another level then they bring the whole team along with them.
 
First night I've gotten sleep since we won. Can't believe they are going to the SCF. I've waited my whole life for this. So surreal.
 
I have been here several times in my life. 1970, 1979, 1994 and now. It is always the same, exciting but more so, an affirmation of the loyalty shown through very painful years of futility. Ranger fans are a loyal bunch. Not only have we endured years and years without championships, but have also endured carpet bagging franchises entering our market area and winning championships in our suburbs, with all the abuse that goes along with it. Some of the weak changed allegiances, but we die-hards did not. This run is our reward. I find it easier to sit back and enjoy the ride in my old age. Regardless of how old or young any of you are, make sure to enjoy the ride.
 
jerseyjinx94 said:
Yeah, I almost cried watching that, and got chills down my spine.
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People always think I don't care when I'm at the game, yet I'm there for 90% of the season. My father is the same way, and he's been there for more than 90% of the games since the 70's. I don't enjoy the show business side of sports. I enjoy the game, but as analytical as I am during the games, I stood up as the clock ran out at game 6, and the mist filled my eyes.

I can't believe we are here!
 
ThisYearsModel said:
I have been here several times in my life. 1970, 1979, 1994 and now. It is always the same, exciting but more so, an affirmation of the loyalty shown through very painful years of futility. Ranger fans are a loyal bunch. Not only have we endured years and years without championships, but have also endured carpet bagging franchises entering our market area and winning championships in our suburbs, with all the abuse that goes along with it. Some of the weak changed allegiances, but we die-hards did not. This run is our reward. I find it easier to sit back and enjoy the ride in my old age. Regardless of how old or young any of you are, make sure to enjoy the ride.
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This post should be stickied.
 
I love the fact that the Hawks and Kings are still fighting each other for the right to play us.

Let them drain their energy, while we're having a week off :)
 
ReggieDunlop68 said:
People always think I don't care when I'm at the game, yet I'm there for 90% of the season. My father is the same way, and he's been there for more than 90% of the games since the 70's. I don't enjoy the show business side of sports. I enjoy the game, but as analytical as I am during the games, I stood up as the clock ran out at game 6, and the mist filled my eyes.

I can't believe we are here!
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It's quite remarkable. You get caught up in the emotional highs and lows of a series, and when you look back upon it and reflect, you realize everything you've given as a fan. It means as much to us as them. When you're there for the whole ride, it's an unspeakable feeling. No other sport can compare to the Stanley Cup playoffs.

We need a montage of the first three rounds together, with highs and lows. That would really be something.
 
In 30+ years of season tickets, people don't know how fortunate we are to be here. This goes for any team in any league, yet it's even more impressive considering the grind of the Stanley cup finals in a 30 team league.

I remember seeing a CBC interview with Bure during the 1994 playoffs, and he said that there is only one thing, the Stanley cup.

AV knows how to get this close, and he's going to use his mind to crack the West. At this point, it's a crap shoot, but the Rangers are tenacious. Let the West believe they have us. This team will surprise them. They've certainly surprised me.

And flame me if you will, but we have the greatest goalie to ever wear the blue shirt, and he wants the cup!
 
ReggieDunlop68 said:
People always think I don't care when I'm at the game, yet I'm there for 90% of the season. My father is the same way, and he's been there for more than 90% of the games since the 70's. I don't enjoy the show business side of sports. I enjoy the game, but as analytical as I am during the games, I stood up as the clock ran out at game 6, and the mist filled my eyes.

I can't believe we are here!
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A serious post from you, I love it. Haha.

This is my first memory of us getting there, being too young in 94'. I was filled with tears. My sister was 1 when they won in 94'. She was crying too. We've had tickets for 11 years now. My first memories are this team. I really start remembering the team when they had the ECF run with Gretz and Mess, unfortunately it went seriously downhill after that.

My first real years were with the dark ages squad. I remember Sandy McCarthy and all the overpaid/past their prime guys that came in: Holik, Lindros, Bure, Fleury, etc. I remember Greg Devries. I have signed memorabilia from all these guys.

Safe to say, this is something I only dreamed of. To be there at Game 6 was something I wouldn't trade for the world. I don't even know how to classify my reaction. You just want something so much for so many years. You don't think you'll ever get it, then it's happening. How do you react to that? It was just pure shock and elation. It's fascinating to be around. Those weren't cheers for the Rangers, they were cheers for something else. Something people have been waiting for forever. Some people, like me, their whole lives. It was a sound of elation, of finally.

I'm still in shock. I still can't beleive it. I hear stanley cup finals on the tv and it's ****ing us. US. After years of watching other teams, it's us. Just unbelievable.

Guy came up to me at work yesterday, diehard Jets fan, as I am the Rangers. Said to me, "I can only dream of what you must be feeling." I told him it was the best day of my life so far. He said when the Jets beat the Pats in the playoffs it was the best day of his, including the birth of his kid.

I don't have a kid, so I can't compare, but Game 6 was the best moment of my life so far. How many times can you say you've waited your whole life for something and it's finally coming true? Hopefully I'll have that feeling once more this year.
 
Seeing all those guys in front of the Prince of Wales trophy...just...surreal, completely surreal. I still can't believe we came back against the Penguins. So much has happened since Game 1 against Philly.

"...to accept the trophy are alternate captains: Brad Richards, Dan Girardi, and Marc Staal..."

Taking down the Flyers, Penguins, and Canadiens on the way. Wow.
 
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AHB said:
A serious post from you, I love it. Haha.

This is my first memory of us getting there, being too young in 94'. I was filled with tears. My sister was 1 when they won in 94'. She was crying too. We've had tickets for 11 years now. My first memories are this team. I really start remembering the team when they had the ECF run with Gretz and Mess, unfortunately it went seriously downhill after that.

My first real years were with the dark ages squad. I remember Sandy McCarthy and all the overpaid/past their prime guys that came in: Holik, Lindros, Bure, Fleury, etc. I remember Greg Devries. I have signed memorabilia from all these guys.

Safe to say, this is something I only dreamed of. To be there at Game 6 was something I wouldn't trade for the world. I don't even know how to classify my reaction. You just want something so much for so many years. You don't think you'll ever get it, then it's happening. How do you react to that? It was just pure shock and elation. It's fascinating to be around. Those weren't cheers for the Rangers, they were cheers for something else. Something people have been waiting for forever. Some people, like me, their whole lives. It was a sound of elation, of finally.

I'm still in shock. I still can't beleive it. I hear stanley cup finals on the tv and it's ****ing us. US. After years of watching other teams, it's us. Just unbelievable.

Guy came up to me at work yesterday, diehard Jets fan, as I am the Rangers. Said to me, "I can only dream of what you must be feeling." I told him it was the best day of my life so far. He said when the Jets beat the Pats in the playoffs it was the best day of his, including the birth of his kid.

I don't have a kid, so I can't compare, but Game 6 was the best moment of my life so far. How many times can you say you've waited your whole life for something and it's finally coming true? Hopefully I'll have that feeling once more this year.
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In 1994, my Uncle and I drew straws to decide who would go with my father for which winning game, 5 or 7.

I won 5...

I slightly want this.
 
In regards to the video I posted, I really appreciate the kind word about it haha. Really wanted to put the Hank windmill save but I ended up running out out of time. Glad you guys enjoyed it.
 
In '94, I was 8. I stayed up for nearly the entire Game 7 against NJ with my dad but ended up falling asleep prior to Matteau's goal. I remember walking to the store with him the next day and him telling me about it, and what it meant. I remember the seriousness in his voice. It felt special.

I remember all types of superstitions in my house. I remember my family saying "Richy-Tikki-Tavi" over and over again (Richter-Tikkanen-McTavish). It comes from a Rudyard Kipling book about a mongoose. I don't know if that was a common thing or something my family invented.

I remember Sam Rosen's call in Game 7 v. Vancouver and the champagne spraying everywhere, and the jumping around that commenced.

My grandfather died 2 years before, having never seen the Rangers win the Cup.

I remember all of that...but I don't remember the first two rounds. I don't remember the regular season (from memory, other than from articles/video). I didn't see Matteau's goal live. I don't remember the intricacies of the game.

This is different. This is my turn. I remember every second of this season, and I don't care if the bar studying takes up all my time, I will sleep a little less on those 7 days if need be, because I have been waiting my entire life to experience what my dad did.

I've seen the Knicks make it and lose. I've seen the Mets make it and lose. I've seen Rangers and Mets just fall short of making it. I've seen the Giants make it and lose, and make it and win twice. All of that pales by a wide margin to this if I get to see Henrik and co. lift Lord Stanley's Cup.
 
ReggieDunlop68 said:
In 1994, my Uncle and I drew straws to decide who would go with my father for which winning game, 5 or 7.

I won 5...

I slightly want this.
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Every year we won playoff lottery tickets. You send in post cards and they pick you out of a hat and you get 2 pairs to each round of the playoffs. 1994 was the first year they pulled the," you can only have tickets to the first 2 rounds but not the 3rd or 4th." Joy So we watched the dismantling of the Islanders and the Capitals.

My brother, a few diehard friends, and I were outside the building Game 5 watching across the street at a Chinese restaurant/bar. When they tied it 3-3 you could feel the ground rumbling a block away. It was so amazing screaming our heads off outside the bar and the earthquake from MSG. To this day I am amazed at how loud it was, I wish I was inside and be a part of that.

Game 7 we figured we should stay home. As soon as they won we hopped in the car and went to the city, watching the diving off the taxi stand out front it was awesome.


I was 23 at the time.
 
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