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Halak is single-handedly going to keep the Rangers out of the playoffs. I wouldn’t let him start for a beer league team anymore. Obviously the Rangers need to address their backup situation at this point.

Shesty 10-2-3
Halak 0-5-1

Yikes.

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Speaking as a Colorado fan, Georgiev is looking good in burgundy

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I was always a fan of his. I think he would be our starter had Shesterkin not shown up in NY.

That said, the Rangers are in big trouble. Their backup goaltending is costing them a lot, but that is not the only issue.

Their "prospects" are looking awful again. Laf is completely lost and a bust.

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Just ordered one of these;

https://www.redbubble.com/i/t-shirt/...H#&gid=1&pid=1

RIP King

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Halak sucks. We need a new back-up. I feel like we gave Georgiev away.

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What a comeback win for the Bruins. A new NHL record for 12 straight home wins!!!!:bounce:bounce:bounce:bounce

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So…you still delusional enough to think the Rangers are making the playoffs this year?

Rangers blew a 3-0 3rd period lead to lose 4-3 and not even get a point. I don’t even know what to say at this point other than the fact, and harsh reality, is that Rangers fans need to accept that this team sucks this year.

I for one am probably checking out. I’m confident enough that they are not making the playoffs that I’d be willing to bet a fair amount of money that they will miss it this year. I believe they have already waited too long to make any meaningful changes that would fix this sinking ship this season. Gallant likely to be on the chop block now.

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The Kraken are ... good?

Or at least one of the best in a weak division?

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C mon Greg. A little early here. Yeah. They kinda stink right now. But still. There's 60 games left and they're right there with all the other mediocre teams. A few teams are starting to separate, but they aren't in danger of missing the playoffs yet. And I know some of this is just being a fatalistic fan. I get it.

Wake me when your team has had their THIRD 10 game losing streak (and 5th of 6 or more games) since last November. We are so bad.

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Hockey response:

I think the difference is the expectations coming into the season. Flyers were expected to be bad, maybe slightly better with a shot at a WC if things really went well.

The NY Rangers were expected to be a cup contender, with my favorite hockey analyst (The Hockey Guy) even having them as his pick to win the east.

I understand teams sometimes don't meet expectations, but what the Rangers have done this season is a massive implosion on those expectations. They are really horrible and it just hurts to watch.

Personal response:

Absolutely fatalistic of me. That said: Most on this forum are also aware of my unhealthy relationship with the Rangers. I have done some work on that this last year and since that last post a few days ago have reprioritized my thoughts again to put hockey and the Rangers back in the perspective that it really doesn't matter. This is just a game that doesn't really matter at all in the end. It has been a long battle for me to remember this is just entertainment that has no impact on life. I realized backreading I was falling into those bitter posts again the last few weeks.

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:thumbsup

Gotcha. All good. You're a good dude. And I don't post that often, obviously. But I think you know I wasn't coming after you in a negative way.

Again, I'll still stand by the point that yes according to expectations, they have failed so far. But. They are right there with 60 games to go. 60! If you said this with 40 games to go, I'd be on board a little more. Get through the new year and reassess. :)

Like your personal response. Good on ya.

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Appreciate it! I have always enjoyed posting with you, and in this forum in general. It is one of the only places I have ever really felt comfortable sharing some of that stuff.

I was able to watch last night's game with a little more grounding and not be so upset with it. Rough patch for the Rangers and not sure how they fix it. I do take some relief in knowing it isn't my problem to figure out though.

Watching last night's game reminded me of skiing with one of my best friends last year who had never been skiing before. For 10 years she has been one of my closest friends and throughout our friendship I was the one that had to deal with her when she got upset or had a "meltdown" over something. However, she got married last year and when we were all skiing she got scared and went full melt about being rushed too quickly to go down a blue trail. I thought "ugh, here we go, how am I going to calm her down and fix this." Then I realized something great: she is married and this isn't my problem, it is his now! :lol I got back on the lift and enjoyed the rest of the day while he dealt with it. Such a relief!

Point being, I am starting to realize the Rangers are not my problem to fix or stress about haha.

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Canes refuse to win in regulation

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Kris Letang had another stroke. Out indefinitely.

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Did he just get hit the other night?

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Rangers desperately need a win so they start their winless back-up goalie. And win!:lol

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The Bruins humble the world champions Colorado Avalanche 5-1, extending their home winning streak to 14 games. :bounce :bounce :bounce :bounce :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup :thumbsup

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The NY Rangers have officially joined the Connor Bedard race. Never thought that would be a real thing this year, but I’m fully embracing the tank at this point.

God have mercy on Connor Bedard if the Rangers do magic their way into drafting him. He will become a bottom six bust in NY like everyone else they draft.

By the way, we like posting odds and stats in this thread…what are the odds Gallant is still employed by Monday?

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Went to Stars-Wild game in Dallas. Took my sis (who is the big stars fan) for her birthday.

Dallas was down 5-1 heading into 3rd period only to lose 6-5 in shootouts.

Helluva time nonetheless

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On IR or LITR: Landeskog, Nichushkin, Rodrigues, Byram, Manson, MacDermid, Lehkonen

More like the Colorado Ambulanche, amirite????

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Well, it was a helluva comeback for the Bruins to send it to OT with Vegas, but they should've put it away with the OT power play chance. Vegas has a great goaltender and I had a feeling Reily Smith would beat his old team. Ah, the streak officially ends at 14 but alas, they still haven't lost in regulation at home in 15 games. Welcome back, Bruce!

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Hoping that’s the Cup Final. We played damn well without having our two best players. Amazing game.

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MacKinnon maybe now too :lol :lol

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I was in Vegas last week when the Knights were not home, but I did visit T-Mobile Arena and get a cream-colored Golden Knights puck

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Out for 4 weeks.

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Start the countdown, Ovechkin is exactly 100 goals away from passing Gretzky.

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Amazing.

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Got a little chippy last night.

https://twitter.com/Buccigross/statu...81312654065664

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Solid win for the Bruins in Vegas without Krejci. Ullmark was a beast in net.

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Devils are a good young team and that was a fun game!

Rangers scoring 2 goals in 7 seconds is the highlight of the season so far! Some tough games ahead, but hopefully this team is turning a new leaf for the rest of the season. Kids are starting to show up.

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Two early goals for Ovechkin against Chicago and now he’s at 799!

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Even flying all day from their Vegas trip and being fatigued as hell, the Bruins survive the Islanders in overtime and are still undefeated at home in regulation. :bounce :bounce :bounce :bounce

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Ovechkin gets #800 on a hat trick in Chicago! And they’re throwing hats on the ice!

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ovi is a bum

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Would've been at 800 already if not for the yearlong lockout his rookie season! Still mad! *shakes fist*

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:lol :lol

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Fuck Ovi.


Ovi might pass Wayne's empty net goal record soon.


https://www.statmuse.com/nhl/ask/who...mpty-net-goals

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Vesey showing why he won that Hobey.

https://twitter.com/hayyyshayyy/stat...63365988798466

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Kids are taking over for NY and it is probably what should have happened all season. They are looking great with top six minutes.

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Are the Kraken gonna make the playoffs?

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That would be absolutely fantastic.

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Nice ceremony for Patrice Bergeron before the game to recognize his 1000 points. He has a beautiful family, too. Great game. Bruins win!!!! :bounce :bounce :bounce :bounce

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https://twitter.com/hayyyshayyy/stat...83919448543232


Lol at Torts benching Hayes and also lol at him having so many young players. I don't think he's that good with developing the young players.

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Zebra like: "Delayed call, that's a trip ... uh, well, nevermind, I guess!"

They've looked pretty good so far

I'll be surprised if they stay this strong, but I don't think they should be counted out at the two-month mark

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its something like 77% of teams in a playoff spot at thanksgiving make the playoffs. i believe they were in at that point, as they currently are. unless edmonton figures out their goalie situation, i think seattle can very possibly be a top 3 team, and would need a bit of a collapse to not at least make the wild card.

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Calgary not having their shit together helps them too

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Rangers should probably dominate Chicago but because hockey they'll lose.:lol

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My friends who is a Hawks fan came down to Durham this weekend to go to the Canes game Saturday with me (fun OT win), and then flew to Chicago for the Hawks game. He texted me all pissed off saying “F the Rangers and F your fans” after the first period. I get being upset about losing and having away team fans cheering at that, but he should have expected it after the Hawks Rangers game in NY a few weeks back. You don’t go into NY, beat them badly and then call out their captain the way the Hawks did. On top of that, their fans were vocal at MSG. As far as I’m concerned, the Hawks got what they deserved last night. My Buddy needs to hold that L and maybe not text his Rangers fan friend to complain about the Rangers fans :lol.

As for the NYR; what can I say? 7 in a row feels great and was needed for a fan base that was beyond worried. Two huge games this week against opponents that they are directly battling for position.

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Sounds like a sore loser.

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Rangers need to set up Trouba for a slap shot more often.

https://twitter.com/NYRangers/status...56706738618368

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No words.

https://twitter.com/RobinSoderlund/s...29807779897344

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World Junior's coming up on the 26th. Warm-up games today on NHL network.

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Canes :bounce:bounce:bounce:bounce

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F the Islanders.

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Alex Ovechkin has tied Gordie Howe with his 801st career goal!

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More like Gordie Who amirite??

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And Ovechkin gets #802 on an empty netter! Only one man stands above him now! Incredible!

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World Juniors start today on NHL network.

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Team USA beating Lativa in the 3rd.


https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/...2023-need-know


A Rangers 2023 WJC Primer
https://www.blueshirtbanter.com/2022...023-wjc-primer

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Canada losing to the Czechs. Probably won't hold but it's good while it lasts.


Czechs with a 5 minute power play!

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Headed to Caps @ Rangers tomorrow with my old man for Christmas, our first NHL game together. Plenty of AHL/ECAC/NCAA games, but pretty pumped for the game tomorrow. Haven't been keeping up nearly at all the last few years but it seems tomorrow should be a fun game and I'm glad I get to see Ovi before he hangs it up.

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Have a good one, Shook. That should be a great night with your pops.

I was in DC for a game recently and got to see Ovi score a goal, so fingers crossed for you!

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It was not a fun game.

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Canes win!!

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Rough night for a Rangers fan

Caps have been playing well lately

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Bruins show grit on the road and beat NJ, 3-1.

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Red Wings!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Canes!!!!!

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The defending Cup champs are looking very mid almost three months into the season

Too many injuries, especially to top six forwards, and Newhook has not stepped up to replace Kadri like needed

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Yess!! Canes are so hot right now


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Canes are crushing everybody right now, hottest team in the league

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Bruins win Winter Classic in classic comeback!:bounce :bounce :bounce :bounce

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Ah. Remember when this place was bumpin' in its heyday? Like, we have one post about the winter classic from yesterday. As compared to this:

https://antsmarching.org/forum/showt...24692&page=162

Just makes me miss some of the old days in here. No offense to you new clownsauces. Did some rereading of some other older pages and takes. Some great stuff back there, as you would imagine.

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That was a fun backread and definitely again makes me miss those days on ants!

It was also fun re-reading my posts from back then. Kind of funny how little has changed for me as a Rangers fan. I was talking about how grateful I am for the world juniors and that the Rangers wasted another year. Here we are 9 years later and I feel the exact same way this year (although NY is obviously in a better place this season but not by much) :lol

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Im way too old and way too busy to tell people they need to fuck off

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World Juniors down to the final four.

https://www.tsn.ca/world-juniors/scores

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About to run into the Rangers.:)

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I've been around the whole time, but I've become more active in the past few years

As an Avs fan, I came into the thread with a brown paper sack over my head for a while there in the mid-2010s :lol

It's quiet, but the site as a whole is a lot quieter out here in 2023, too

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This is no doubt a part of it. Just interesting to look back. And the creation of this thread was what, about 10 years ago. I was on this site for the 11 years before that too! Yikes. (I think we used to have season by season threads and then condensed into one recurring.)

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It was a time honored tradition for a fan of an eliminated team to make the thread for next year during the post season. I think there were loose rules on when and who would make the thread that we all followed until one year one of us didn't. At that point, we made the one large thread.

I have been a part of every hockey thread on this site and like you said, even before there was one. This was always my favorite site for hockey talk!

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Pretty jazzed for Canada v. USA tomorrow at the WJHC!

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Aged like a fine wine.;)


Carolina's full court press(?) style of play is interesting. You could see that they had some difficulty at some points not having as much time to make plays during the break out.

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Should be a good one. Early game should be good too.

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Great game for the Rangers. Other than being asleep against Washington during the holiday break they seem to be playing really solid hockey again.

Games against the Canes are getting harder for me now that I live in Durham. Definitely adopting them as a second/third team over the past few years so it is always a little tough to root against them.


Felt like it was a very good game from both teams. NY showed no quit and the Canes played a really good road game that they could have easily won with some puck luck. Canes announcers complained about a lot of the calls. I find them to be a bit biased as announcers compared to other teams. That said, I didn't like the broken stick call at the end of the game at all. No need to call that with such little time left in a close game when I honestly think he had no clue is stick was broken at first.

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I thought the mods made it so there would only be one thread for each sport besides football to cut on the # of threads

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I thought the unification of the NHL thread predated that, but you might be right. I thought it was Tim or maybe one of our Hawks fans that melted and made a new thread too early and that lead to a single thread for us. Maybe we just ragged on them but that wasn’t the reason for it. I don’t remember now. We could probably look it up

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Okay, looking at the start of this thread, Roose made it because lockman was complaining about us talking off-season hockey while the Hawks were still alive in that season’s NHL thread :lol

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I vaguely remember someone making a thread earlier than they were supposed to, but I think these were separate instances.

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he was probably just blackhawk drunk and got annoyed

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This thread may have also been named for the season and a mod changed it to make it the default thread from now on. Wish they could merge all the old threads together

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That does appear to be true

If you look at the first reply, it says, "The NHL 2013-14 Thread"

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:thumbsup

I think that is exactly what happened. Funny to look back at the origins of this thread over the years.

I also think there was a facebook group made a few years back too since we knew this thread was fading. I joined it but promptly left facebook all together shortly after. Wonder if that is still going.

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I dont think so. I think I am in it, but I don't really go onto facebook really

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I didn't even look at the dates. Happy 10 year anniversary NHL Thread! :multi:bounce

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:monkey :monkey :monkey

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Happy 10 years, NHL Thread!

Nearly 20 years and 43,000 posts for me on this ridiculous site :lol

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It could be my Oiler-playoff PTSD speaking but pretty sure I was supposed to make the 'new' thread and Tim 'beat me to it'

On that note, pretty sure the Oilers will miss the playoffs this year. They are just.....fuck. Disappointing, as per usual.

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THAT WAS 10 YEARS AGO?!

fuck I’m old

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I just merged 2011-2012 thread to see if it would work.

Only did 1 hour merge cause I’ve never done it. I’ll go through and do them later.