WCSF Gm#7 KINGS#3 blow by DUCKS#1 w/ 6-2 Victory !!! Anaheim is our suburb

[GRuiz98]

Love these pics ……

 

[HansH]

There had to have been more Kings fans at the Ponda last night than Ducks fans.

That's an exaggeration. It was maybe 30% Kings fans, just by a visual scan of sweaters and other gear, and that's likely on the high side. It's just that there were groups of fans organized enough and loud enough to make it SEEM like the home team fans were outnumbered... especially the way the Kings came out in the first period.

This was my first visit to the Ponda -- and purely in terms of "fit for purpose as a facility in which to watch an NHL game", I like it better than Staples (I know, string me up) -- the sightlines are better, the interstitial music selection is awesome, and you don't feel like you're watching from orbit if you can "only" afford to drop two C-notes for a single seat.

I was impressed with the overall civility of the fans around me, some of whom made efforts to reach out, shake my hand, etc -- before, during, AND after the game. They treated me a lot better than I heard some of the Sharks fans treated after Game Seven last year at Staples.

Don't get me wrong, I still want their team to never win another Cup, but I've gained a respect level to the rivalry not only for the teams, but for the majority of the fan base. And while a huge number of fans left after the Pearson goal (BOTH LA and Anaheim fans), the ones who stayed for the handshake and to applaud Teemu were solid hockey fans. Much respect to them -- let's do this again next year.

And just a quick note about the game itself, I have to add my name to those who were really surprised about the way Schultz stepped it up -- I think for most of the game he actually had more shifts than Doughty, according to the in-arena stats displayed in the Ponda.

The thing that stood out to me in the first, that ended up putting the game out of reach, was just how often two players would be battling for a puck, and the percentage of time that the Kings would come away with it. THAT impressed me to a level that it hadn't for the rest of this post-season, and _if_ that can be maintained, it'll be a huge factor in further success, IMO. Oh, and just how thoroughly the Kings dominated in faceoffs.

 

[agentfouser]

That's an exaggeration. It was maybe 30% Kings fans, just by a visual scan of sweaters and other gear, and that's likely on the high side. It's just that there were groups of fans organized enough and loud enough to make it SEEM like the home team fans were outnumbered... especially the way the Kings came out in the first period.

This was my first visit to the Ponda -- and purely in terms of "fit for purpose as a facility in which to watch an NHL game", I like it better than Staples (I know, string me up) -- the sightlines are better, the interstitial music selection is awesome, and you don't feel like you're watching from orbit if you can "only" afford to drop two C-notes for a single seat.

I was impressed with the overall civility of the fans around me, some of whom made efforts to reach out, shake my hand, etc -- before, during, AND after the game. They treated me a lot better than I heard some of the Sharks fans treated after Game Seven last year at Staples.

Don't get me wrong, I still want their team to never win another Cup, but I've gained a respect level to the rivalry not only for the teams, but for the majority of the fan base. And while a huge number of fans left after the Pearson goal (BOTH LA and Anaheim fans), the ones who stayed for the handshake and to applaud Teemu were solid hockey fans. Much respect to them -- let's do this again next year.

And just a quick note about the game itself, I have to add my name to those who were really surprised about the way Schultz stepped it up -- I think for most of the game he actually had more shifts than Doughty, according to the in-arena stats displayed in the Ponda.

The thing that stood out to me in the first, that ended up putting the game out of reach, was just how often two players would be battling for a puck, and the percentage of time that the Kings would come away with it. THAT impressed me to a level that it hadn't for the rest of this post-season, and _if_ that can be maintained, it'll be a huge factor in further success, IMO. Oh, and just how thoroughly the Kings dominated in faceoffs.

The Ponda is definitely not a bad place to see a game, and I've never had trouble with fans there. I've seen fights in the parking lot, but there are idiots everywhere.

This rivalry has managed to develop along remarkably civil lines. The blowout in the context of Teemu's last game certainly helped that, but there just doesn't seem to be much hate between the two clubs. Certainly no more than between us and the Coyotes, anyway.

 

[Herby]

Didn't really hate any new Ducks player after this series, which is unusual for a 7 game series. Perry obviously was up to his typical BS, but beyond that not so much. Same with the fans, everyone on here and on facebook was pretty civil. I had a few people to afraid to say anything on social media but were talking a ton of crap in texts and voxer after game 5.

Far cry from the Sharks series where everything about that team was irritating from the fans, to Hahn and Remenda's open cheerleading to Torres roid rage to Burns beard.

 

[Buddy The Elf]

Didn't really hate any new Ducks player after this series, which is unusual for a 7 game series. Perry obviously was up to his typical BS, but beyond that not so much. Same with the fans, everyone on here and on facebook was pretty civil. I had a few people to afraid to say anything on social media but were talking a ton of crap in texts and voxer after game 5.

Far cry from the Sharks series where everything about that team was irritating from the fans, to Hahn and Remenda's open cheerleading to Torres roid rage to Burns beard.

Yeah I agree and while I'd hate to be on the Ducks fan side of the equation, it seems like most people aren't as angry with each other as I'd expect. I do think the fans seem to hate each other more than the players. There is a legit rivalry with the Sharks/kings players. I don't sense that with the ducks. Granted this is the first series and there have been three with the sharks.

One great thing from the series is the amount of non-hockey fans that I talked to in the past few weeks who were watching simply because it was an all so cal series. That is awesome!

 

[Reclamation Project]

Without using the d word, the Kings really feel like they're on mission.

 

[takk]

So long Ducks!

 

[Buddy The Elf]

I'd like to request gif's... Perry took a penalty and went to the box and there was water dripping down the glass that almost looked like tears from his face. Then there was a point I think when the kings scored their 4th goal and Boudreau let out a major exhale with his cheeks inflated. Don't know if somebody wants to bother with either but I thought those would be nice to add to the collection of deflated opponents.

 

[chesed]

We are the Champtions of California!

 

[Kingspiracy]

I thought Clifford had a solid game, he got flattened on a couple of occasions to make a play, that resulted in goals. I also liked how he got involved with Perry, enough to say that his ******** wouldn't be tollerated, but not to much to give up a penalty or give Anaheimen something to rally around. Showing some smarts

 

[Reclamation Project]

He had a very strong game. Proud if him.

 

[Little Psycho]

No way. Found this post on the SJ boards.

Boudreau reached out to TMac for suggestions on how to face Kings. (But either the message got lost or something, as McLellan never returned the call.) I would post the link to the article, but it's dead.

 

[deeshamrock]

Without using the d word, the Kings really feel like they're on mission.

OH I think they are definitely on a mission. Last year's early exit left (as Justin Williams said post game 5 then) ' a bitter taste in their mouth'. And Stoll pointed out how pumped they are (pre practice today) and the 'great vibe' in the room. They want this and if they stay out of the box, win every shift, bring that same dominant force and attitude as last night, they'll get it.
That resilient spirit they have is priceless; faith and will, trust in the guy next to them, all of it.
They are a much better team (and healthier,-=HUGE) than last year. And I saw a lot of the Hawks during the playoffs and they weren't consistent, and their bottom 6 didn't look as good as last year. And Quick is the best goalie they've faced so far, the kings the best team. They will have to fight for every inch of the ice and earn it. Kings will make them pay.

 

[DocWest]

No way. Found this post on the SJ boards.

Boudreau reached out to TMac for suggestions on how to face Kings. (But either the message got lost or something, as McLellan never returned the call.) I would post the link to the article, but it's dead.

I saw that too. I love reading all the other boards after we shock the league.

 

[Scottkmlps]

I thought Clifford had a solid game, he got flattened on a couple of occasions to make a play, that resulted in goals. I also liked how he got involved with Perry, enough to say that his ******** wouldn't be tollerated, but not to much to give up a penalty or give Anaheimen something to rally around. Showing some smarts

That was probably Clifford's best game as a King.

 

[Herby]

The problem with Clifford has always been the game to game consistency. He will have one game where he looks amazing and then he will have three where he doesn't look like an NHL'er. Most of Clifford's mistakes are mental, like dumb penalties, turnovers or icings. If he would just slow down a tad he could be a much more effective player.

Clifford and King have looked worlds better with Richards on that 4th line. MR is just so much better than any other 4C he truly does elevate the play of those two guys down there with him, another reason why it's so frustrating when Sutter tries to move MR back up, it essentially kills two lines. I hope we don't see any changes to the forward lines this series.

 

[yankeeking]

That's an exaggeration. It was maybe 30% Kings fans, just by a visual scan of sweaters and other gear, and that's likely on the high side. It's just that there were groups of fans organized enough and loud enough to make it SEEM like the home team fans were outnumbered... especially the way the Kings came out in the first period.

This was my first visit to the Ponda -- and purely in terms of "fit for purpose as a facility in which to watch an NHL game", I like it better than Staples (I know, string me up) -- the sightlines are better, the interstitial music selection is awesome, and you don't feel like you're watching from orbit if you can "only" afford to drop two C-notes for a single seat.

I was impressed with the overall civility of the fans around me, some of whom made efforts to reach out, shake my hand, etc -- before, during, AND after the game. They treated me a lot better than I heard some of the Sharks fans treated after Game Seven last year at Staples.

Don't get me wrong, I still want their team to never win another Cup, but I've gained a respect level to the rivalry not only for the teams, but for the majority of the fan base. And while a huge number of fans left after the Pearson goal (BOTH LA and Anaheim fans), the ones who stayed for the handshake and to applaud Teemu were solid hockey fans. Much respect to them -- let's do this again next year.

And just a quick note about the game itself, I have to add my name to those who were really surprised about the way Schultz stepped it up -- I think for most of the game he actually had more shifts than Doughty, according to the in-arena stats displayed in the Ponda.

The thing that stood out to me in the first, that ended up putting the game out of reach, was just how often two players would be battling for a puck, and the percentage of time that the Kings would come away with it. THAT impressed me to a level that it hadn't for the rest of this post-season, and _if_ that can be maintained, it'll be a huge factor in further success, IMO. Oh, and just how thoroughly the Kings dominated in faceoffs.

THIS ^
when they scored you could see how many duck fans were there, but they were out chanted by kings fans at time esp. when they would lead with "lets go ducks" to immediatly hear GO KINGS GO had to be frustrating

 

[Reclamation Project]

No way. Found this post on the SJ boards.

Boudreau reached out to TMac for suggestions on how to face Kings. (But either the message got lost or something, as McLellan never returned the call.) I would post the link to the article, but it's dead.

They can be pen pals in the offseason.

OH I think they are definitely on a mission. Last year's early exit left (as Justin Williams said post game 5 then) ' a bitter taste in their mouth'. And Stoll pointed out how pumped they are (pre practice today) and the 'great vibe' in the room. They want this and if they stay out of the box, win every shift, bring that same dominant force and attitude as last night, they'll get it.
That resilient spirit they have is priceless; faith and will, trust in the guy next to them, all of it.
They are a much better team (and healthier,-=HUGE) than last year. And I saw a lot of the Hawks during the playoffs and they weren't consistent, and their bottom 6 didn't look as good as last year. And Quick is the best goalie they've faced so far, the kings the best team. They will have to fight for every inch of the ice and earn it. Kings will make them pay.

This team is firing on every cylinder and Kopitar and Gaborik add a dynamic this team hasn't had in years. Even in 2012. Factor in the second line which is pure skill and I'm actually liking our chances. Hopefully Chicago is pretty smug.

I saw that too. I love reading all the other boards after we shock the league.

I remember reading the Canucks board after we won Game 7 against San Jose. One of my favorite posts ever went something like this - "The Kings appear to evolving into an unstoppable force like in 2012 and that ****ing disgusts me..."

That was probably Clifford's best game as a King.

He was fantastic on that Richards goal. I loved the celebration afterwards. They sounded like little kids.

 

[yankeeking]

Didn't really hate any new Ducks player after this series, which is unusual for a 7 game series. Perry obviously was up to his typical BS, but beyond that not so much. Same with the fans, everyone on here and on facebook was pretty civil. I had a few people to afraid to say anything on social media but were talking a ton of crap in texts and voxer after game 5.

Far cry from the Sharks series where everything about that team was irritating from the fans, to Hahn and Remenda's open cheerleading to Torres roid rage to Burns beard.

actually have to say they are a very good team that will be getting better and if not for hayward would watch more games but he and his partner are unwatchable

 

[Reclamation Project]

The Ducks are a very exciting team to watch.

 

[Captain Mittens*]

 

[Little Psycho]

Quick trolling Perry

Got your back.

 

[Reclamation Project]

I like Perry was butthurt after it. He pulls the same exact act all the time.

 

[cyclones22]

What's funny is that Perry was pulling dirty crap every single game, but no problem. Brown administers a questionable hit once every 2 years and he's a dirty POS captain.

 

[Tijuana Trotz]

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