And the screw job is complete!
With some of the worst officiating I've EVER seen, Philadelphia survives regulation and defeats the Caps in OT.
My bitterness is still overwhelming and really don't feel like venting about it here, so I won't.
Let's see who my picks came out.
Correct - Montreal, Detroit, Pens, Rangers, Avs, Sharks.
Incorrect - Caps, Ducks.
So 6-2 isn't too shabby.
So lets take a breif look at Round 2
Montreal vs. Philadelphia - Biron played his ass off against DC, this round it won't be enough. Montreal advances, lets the riots ensue.
Pittsburgh vs. New York - Seems like Pitt hasn't played in forever, not that I really care. I hate both of these teams more that most folks could possibly imagine. Still, I see the Pens advanceing in a series that should be harder than the last one.
Detroit vs. Colorado - Colorado played better than I thought they would in Round one. But so did Detroit and when The Preds came back to even the series the Wings responded by stepping on their necks. Detroit wins.
San Jose vs. Dallas - Two teams that played each other hard all season. I think this has the potential to be a fantastic series and probably the only one I have a genuine rooting interest in now that the Caps are out. SJ all the way!
Wednesday, April 23, 2008
Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Game 7 tonight!
After being pushed to the brink, the Caps have responded with two wins to even the series at three!
Last nights game was great and really embodied the way the team has played since November. I don't want to say too much about it, I'm just giddy right now and really looking forward to being in attendance at the game tonight!
So here is the link to Tarik El-Bashir's story from the Post and some of the pics from the game.
Friday, April 11, 2008
Tonight is your night bro!
It's been a long time coming.The Caps are returning to the playoffs tonight and the anticipation and excitement around the team are at all time highs. I've never seen it like this before. Sure the team has gotten folks in the DC metro area excited before. But never before have they had the whole world watching and following with baited breath. The idea of the Caps getting recognition on a global scale is such a far-fetched idea that I barely know how to comprehend it.
Washington Post beat writer Tarik El-Bashir wrote an excellent story about it this morning. You can read it here.
My memories of bittersweet playoff disappointment still sting. I still get worked up talking about Joe Juneau whiffing on an open net during a penalty shot in triple overtime against the Pens in '95 than watching Petr Nedved stuff one home to kill us a few minutes later. Bastard.
Watching Detroit come storming back in Game 2 of the Finals. A game in which they were down and out after 1 period. Esa Tikkannen missing an empty net goal that may have iced the whole thing. Yeah, they lead to a Detroit sweep I got to see live in DC.
The blood boiling anger in '03 as a talented Caps team, up 2-0 in the series, dropped 4 straight to Tampa bay once they figured out Bruce Cassidy was shit for a coach. As evidenced by his brainless benching of super defender Calle Johanson for journeyman suck-ass Jason Doig, who was exploited repeatedly.
We haven't been back since then. Only one player from those teams remain - Olie Kolzig, who may be spending the post season as back-up.
Gone are former Caps greats - Hunter, Bondra, Konowalchuk, Johanson.
They have been replaced by a team of unbridled energy and youth - Ovechkin, Green, Backstrom, Semin, Backstrom and a talented supporting cast that have come together to do what no team in history had done before. Last place in the conference the day before Thanksgiving to Division Champion on the second to last day of the season. They are confident, dangerous, and ready to sit at the table with the big boys.
Thanks Coach Boudreau.
And it's infectious, not only did it spread around the DC area, soon it crossed the border north to Canada, then across the ocean to Sweden, Russia and other European nations.
I've never seen that before from this team. True most of the attention spawned from Alex Ovechkin and his quest for 60 goal, but as Alex rose up, he made sure to take the team with him.
The trade deadline brought in three new faces - Cooke, Fedorov, Huet. Cooke is physical and has played his tail off in every game he's played. Fedorov has been rejuvenated, winning somewhere around 70% of his faceoffs, tossing crisp passes around the ice and the occasional timely goal. And Huet? Well, when we couldn't afford to lose a game, he didn't. Reeled off 9 in a row. Ties the franchise record.
The Caps have been around for 30 years. But not like this. They were NEVER like this. Last Saturday Verizon center was a level of loud that I don't think I've ever heard before, I was there for the cup run in '98.
I'm excited for this team in way I've not been in a very long time. Go to a game, watch on TV and try to tell me you don't feel it. They believe, we believe and starting tonight it's time to make the rest of the league believe.
Washington Post beat writer Tarik El-Bashir wrote an excellent story about it this morning. You can read it here.
My memories of bittersweet playoff disappointment still sting. I still get worked up talking about Joe Juneau whiffing on an open net during a penalty shot in triple overtime against the Pens in '95 than watching Petr Nedved stuff one home to kill us a few minutes later. Bastard.
Watching Detroit come storming back in Game 2 of the Finals. A game in which they were down and out after 1 period. Esa Tikkannen missing an empty net goal that may have iced the whole thing. Yeah, they lead to a Detroit sweep I got to see live in DC.
The blood boiling anger in '03 as a talented Caps team, up 2-0 in the series, dropped 4 straight to Tampa bay once they figured out Bruce Cassidy was shit for a coach. As evidenced by his brainless benching of super defender Calle Johanson for journeyman suck-ass Jason Doig, who was exploited repeatedly.
We haven't been back since then. Only one player from those teams remain - Olie Kolzig, who may be spending the post season as back-up.
Gone are former Caps greats - Hunter, Bondra, Konowalchuk, Johanson.
They have been replaced by a team of unbridled energy and youth - Ovechkin, Green, Backstrom, Semin, Backstrom and a talented supporting cast that have come together to do what no team in history had done before. Last place in the conference the day before Thanksgiving to Division Champion on the second to last day of the season. They are confident, dangerous, and ready to sit at the table with the big boys.
Thanks Coach Boudreau.
And it's infectious, not only did it spread around the DC area, soon it crossed the border north to Canada, then across the ocean to Sweden, Russia and other European nations.
I've never seen that before from this team. True most of the attention spawned from Alex Ovechkin and his quest for 60 goal, but as Alex rose up, he made sure to take the team with him.
The trade deadline brought in three new faces - Cooke, Fedorov, Huet. Cooke is physical and has played his tail off in every game he's played. Fedorov has been rejuvenated, winning somewhere around 70% of his faceoffs, tossing crisp passes around the ice and the occasional timely goal. And Huet? Well, when we couldn't afford to lose a game, he didn't. Reeled off 9 in a row. Ties the franchise record.
The Caps have been around for 30 years. But not like this. They were NEVER like this. Last Saturday Verizon center was a level of loud that I don't think I've ever heard before, I was there for the cup run in '98.
I'm excited for this team in way I've not been in a very long time. Go to a game, watch on TV and try to tell me you don't feel it. They believe, we believe and starting tonight it's time to make the rest of the league believe.
Thursday, April 10, 2008
NHL Night 2!
The playoffs are underway and while I'm behind after the first night, I'm far from out. So lets take a look at tonights match-ups.
Bruins vs. Canadiens
The black and gold battle the red and blue in an original six match-up that the old farts on TSN just love to get worked up over.
Boston played hard and were beat up down the stretch but earned their playoff with timely wins in OT or Shootouts. Too bad they don't have shootouts in the playoffs.
Montreal is simply too good. And believe me, I really hate to admit that. Montreal is almost a powerhouse compared to what Boston has to over. Tim Thomas will be under siege in this series and I half expect him the see pucks coming at him while he walk down the street.
If their is an x-factor in all of this it might be Corey Price in net. He's young an lacks playoff experience. Though I tend to consider those two bullshit excuses we'll see if they prove to be someting the Bru Cru can take advantage of. I doubt it.
Who should win - Montreal in 4. 5 if Boston gets a good bounce.
Who will win - I just told you!
Who am I rooting for - I still like Saku Koivu, the guy just has guts.
Predators vs. Red Wings
Honestly, I've never dug the Wings. I don't care how dominate they have been and all the shit about Scotty Bowman and Stevie Y. I just don't care.
Oh and don't think I give damn about the Preds either.
Why the hell does this city have a team? They never show up, even for the playoffs. And don't get me started on ownership and management.
But these two teams both have one thing I like - Their Head Coaches.
Mike Babcock and Barry Trotz.
So if the Preds have a chance it's because Trotz can coach. But Babcock has more weapons and he knows how to use them.
Who should win - Detroit.
Who will win - Preds might push to six but I'm thinking this over in 5 - Detroit.
Who I'm rooting for - Babcock
Stars at Ducks
Wow, did Brad Richards fizzle out after that big debut or what?
Not sure what there to really like about Dallas's chances this year. They just don't stand out very well, but they manage to win hockey games and thats the bottom line right? Don't misunderstand Dallas is immensely talented but they managed to piss away a first round series last year and I won't be surprised to see it happen again. Modano, Morrow - These guys can make things happen. Turco is a good goalie but playoffs have not been a strong point and even last season when he pitched 3 shutouts it wasn't enough.
Anaheim, oh Anaheim. You guys haven't seemed the same to me. Strange moves in the off season, strange moves during the season. I feel like you've never quite been on track.Sure you're winning games and I'm happy about that, the OC/SD connection and all, but something was off. Wheather it was Neidermayer and Selanne sitting out half the season (bullshit by the way!) or Chris Pronger repeatedly ramming his elbow through people's noses. Something has been not sat right with me. Maybe I'm just not Jiggy with it.
Who should win - Probably Anaheim, this is what they have been waiting for.
Who will win - Anaheim maybe in 6.
Who I'm rooting for - Travis Moen was a beast in the Playoffs last year. Love to see him do it again.
Tomorrow, it's finally here! Caps baby!
Bruins vs. Canadiens
The black and gold battle the red and blue in an original six match-up that the old farts on TSN just love to get worked up over.
Boston played hard and were beat up down the stretch but earned their playoff with timely wins in OT or Shootouts. Too bad they don't have shootouts in the playoffs.
Montreal is simply too good. And believe me, I really hate to admit that. Montreal is almost a powerhouse compared to what Boston has to over. Tim Thomas will be under siege in this series and I half expect him the see pucks coming at him while he walk down the street.
If their is an x-factor in all of this it might be Corey Price in net. He's young an lacks playoff experience. Though I tend to consider those two bullshit excuses we'll see if they prove to be someting the Bru Cru can take advantage of. I doubt it.
Who should win - Montreal in 4. 5 if Boston gets a good bounce.
Who will win - I just told you!
Who am I rooting for - I still like Saku Koivu, the guy just has guts.
Predators vs. Red Wings
Honestly, I've never dug the Wings. I don't care how dominate they have been and all the shit about Scotty Bowman and Stevie Y. I just don't care.
Oh and don't think I give damn about the Preds either.
Why the hell does this city have a team? They never show up, even for the playoffs. And don't get me started on ownership and management.
But these two teams both have one thing I like - Their Head Coaches.
Mike Babcock and Barry Trotz.
So if the Preds have a chance it's because Trotz can coach. But Babcock has more weapons and he knows how to use them.
Who should win - Detroit.
Who will win - Preds might push to six but I'm thinking this over in 5 - Detroit.
Who I'm rooting for - Babcock
Stars at Ducks
Wow, did Brad Richards fizzle out after that big debut or what?
Not sure what there to really like about Dallas's chances this year. They just don't stand out very well, but they manage to win hockey games and thats the bottom line right? Don't misunderstand Dallas is immensely talented but they managed to piss away a first round series last year and I won't be surprised to see it happen again. Modano, Morrow - These guys can make things happen. Turco is a good goalie but playoffs have not been a strong point and even last season when he pitched 3 shutouts it wasn't enough.
Anaheim, oh Anaheim. You guys haven't seemed the same to me. Strange moves in the off season, strange moves during the season. I feel like you've never quite been on track.Sure you're winning games and I'm happy about that, the OC/SD connection and all, but something was off. Wheather it was Neidermayer and Selanne sitting out half the season (bullshit by the way!) or Chris Pronger repeatedly ramming his elbow through people's noses. Something has been not sat right with me. Maybe I'm just not Jiggy with it.
Who should win - Probably Anaheim, this is what they have been waiting for.
Who will win - Anaheim maybe in 6.
Who I'm rooting for - Travis Moen was a beast in the Playoffs last year. Love to see him do it again.
Tomorrow, it's finally here! Caps baby!
Scalped Vol.1- Indian Country & Vol. 2 - Casino Boogie
Goddamn, I love this comic!Jason Arron and R.M. Guera have created one of the most memorizing comics I've read in a very long time.
How do I best describe it? It's just dirty. Not dirty in the way of smut and nudity, but dirty in the sense that you can taste the dirt that fills the air when the wind blows across the badlands kind of way.
It's crime noir at it's best in a setting you might not expect, an Indian Reservation. It's intense, brutal, compelling and even a touch compassionate.
I'm very hesitant to mention too much about the story so I'm going to borrow a few lines from the back of volume 1.
"Fifteen years ago, Dashiell “Dash” Bad Horse ran away from a life of abject poverty and utter hopelessness on the Prairie Rose Indian Reservation searching for something better. Now he’s come back home armed with nothing but a set of nunchucs, a hell-bent-for-leather attitude and one dark secret, to find nothing much has changed on “The Rez” — short of a glimmering new casino, and a once-proud people overcome by drugs and organized crime. Is he here to set things right or just get a piece of the action?"
Vol. 1 is outstanding, it's throws you into the deep of a story that has layers. Half the fun is learning what the layers are and how characters are connected to one another. The books reeks of realism that is hard to come across in even novel format.
Vol. 2 serves to provide some background on many of the characters who inhabit "The Rez" and it' set around the opening of the new casino. It's simply fascinating. And sets the stage for big things to come.
The reason I'm so hesitant to say too much about the story is that honestly it's too good for you not to have the chance to experience it all for the first time knowing as little as possible. Jason Aaron is a writer who I had been hearing good things about for a while now, but until I read this book I had no idea what I was missing out on. His talent for dialog is top notch. Nothing a character says sounds out of place or forced. His understanding of Native American culture and their history is deep and compelling he has gotten me very interested in learning more. Don't be surprised if you catch me reading a copy of "Bury my heart at wounded knee" soon.
I know I'm being sort of vague about the details of this book, but i swear to God, it's hypnotic. You will not want to put this down and I'll be more than happy to lend out my copies if you will give it an honest shot. This book deserves as much attention as it can get and I can't wait to read more. I'm thinking of making some cuts to my subscription so I can add it as a monthly. When I do that, you know I like it. I can't recommend it enough.
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
Playoffs - Round One, Night One, Fight!
I'm battling a bit of a cold as write this up and have had very little sleep. That is your warning for what you are about to read.
Today I'll talk about tonight's first round match-ups and I will not even bother to hide my personal feelings. Yes it's true, my dislike of teams, players and cities has been known to rear it head this time of year. But it's the playoffs and if you want to win sometimes you got to get nasty. So without further adieu....
Senators vs. Penguins 7pm EST
Wow! I'm not sure you could put two teams together for a playoff series that would make me want to claw my eyes out more. The over exposed, over hyped Sydney Crosby vs a bunch of a-holes from Ottawa that almost choked their way right out of the playoffs last week.
Granted, even if Crosby wasn't on the Pens I would still hate them, I have 15 years of playoff frustration that just won't go away. When you add the most media saturated NHL player in years to the mix I just want to vomit blood when I see them on TV. Ottawa is almost as bad. Years back I dug the style of hockey they played - it was pretty. Then it dawned on me that it was also hockey for little girls. Oh and Alfredsson is a puck hog.
Who should win - Who cares?
Who will win - Penguins in 4
Who I'm rooting for - Spontaneous combustion of several players.
Rangers vs. Devils 7pm EST
The Rangers. My God. Look, I'm just going to put this out their if you used to play in the Patrick Division and you aren't named the Washington Capitals I don't like you very much and NEVER will. And if you have Jaromir Jagr on your team I hate you twice as much.
I tolerate the Devils for my brother so I'm going to say they show the moxy they didn't have the week of the season and they man-up to make a series of this. Brodeur is one the best goalies to ever play the game and he can keep his team in this. They just need to score some goals to do it. What I'm looking for is if Jags can try to punch Scott Gomez in the back of the head again this season and dislocate his shoulder again. This would be super great since they are both on the same team.
Who should win- Devils
Who will win- Rangers - unless Jersey can find it's offense. 6 games
Who I'm rooting for - John Madden to check the hell out of Jagr all series.
Avalanche vs Wild
I like a lot of the young players the Avs have been developing the past few seasons. I don't like Forsberg very much anymore. His phantom dive against Vancouver a few weeks ago was funny and yet oh so sad.
And what do the Wild have? Jaques Lemaire. The man can flat out coach hockey. I'm sure some folks hate him for bringing the trap into existence but if he didn't someone else would have thought of it eventually.
Who should win- The Wild could pull the upset.
Who will win- Avs have the talent to move to the next round but not easily. 7 games
Who am I rooting for- I like the netminder Backstrom, if he holds up so do the Wild
Flames vs Sharks
Oh San Jose. You break my heart every year. I'm starting to think you're not playing hard to get, you are just cock tease who knows how to pull my strings. And yet I'm too stupid to realize and I keep coming back for more.
That is a gross, but accurate analogy.
I love the Sharks, I really really do. They have the make-up of a Cup winner but they pick the wort time to have collapses and breakdowns.
Calgary has a fantastic goalie, and staunch defense and nice collection of power forwards, but all rights they are evenly matched against SJ. Don't be surprised when this series gets physical and that may turn out to be something in Calgary's favor. Still...I'm a whore for Ron Wilson and his Sharks.
Who should win - It's close but I'm thinking San Jose
Who will win - See above
Who I'm rooting for - Ron Wilson is my guy and I can't abandon him now!
So throw away the Root Beer and start puttin' on the foil! Tonight we start the greatest post-season in all of sports!
Today I'll talk about tonight's first round match-ups and I will not even bother to hide my personal feelings. Yes it's true, my dislike of teams, players and cities has been known to rear it head this time of year. But it's the playoffs and if you want to win sometimes you got to get nasty. So without further adieu....
Senators vs. Penguins 7pm EST
Wow! I'm not sure you could put two teams together for a playoff series that would make me want to claw my eyes out more. The over exposed, over hyped Sydney Crosby vs a bunch of a-holes from Ottawa that almost choked their way right out of the playoffs last week.
Granted, even if Crosby wasn't on the Pens I would still hate them, I have 15 years of playoff frustration that just won't go away. When you add the most media saturated NHL player in years to the mix I just want to vomit blood when I see them on TV. Ottawa is almost as bad. Years back I dug the style of hockey they played - it was pretty. Then it dawned on me that it was also hockey for little girls. Oh and Alfredsson is a puck hog.
Who should win - Who cares?
Who will win - Penguins in 4
Who I'm rooting for - Spontaneous combustion of several players.
Rangers vs. Devils 7pm EST
The Rangers. My God. Look, I'm just going to put this out their if you used to play in the Patrick Division and you aren't named the Washington Capitals I don't like you very much and NEVER will. And if you have Jaromir Jagr on your team I hate you twice as much.
I tolerate the Devils for my brother so I'm going to say they show the moxy they didn't have the week of the season and they man-up to make a series of this. Brodeur is one the best goalies to ever play the game and he can keep his team in this. They just need to score some goals to do it. What I'm looking for is if Jags can try to punch Scott Gomez in the back of the head again this season and dislocate his shoulder again. This would be super great since they are both on the same team.
Who should win- Devils
Who will win- Rangers - unless Jersey can find it's offense. 6 games
Who I'm rooting for - John Madden to check the hell out of Jagr all series.
Avalanche vs Wild
I like a lot of the young players the Avs have been developing the past few seasons. I don't like Forsberg very much anymore. His phantom dive against Vancouver a few weeks ago was funny and yet oh so sad.
And what do the Wild have? Jaques Lemaire. The man can flat out coach hockey. I'm sure some folks hate him for bringing the trap into existence but if he didn't someone else would have thought of it eventually.
Who should win- The Wild could pull the upset.
Who will win- Avs have the talent to move to the next round but not easily. 7 games
Who am I rooting for- I like the netminder Backstrom, if he holds up so do the Wild
Flames vs Sharks
Oh San Jose. You break my heart every year. I'm starting to think you're not playing hard to get, you are just cock tease who knows how to pull my strings. And yet I'm too stupid to realize and I keep coming back for more.
That is a gross, but accurate analogy.
I love the Sharks, I really really do. They have the make-up of a Cup winner but they pick the wort time to have collapses and breakdowns.
Calgary has a fantastic goalie, and staunch defense and nice collection of power forwards, but all rights they are evenly matched against SJ. Don't be surprised when this series gets physical and that may turn out to be something in Calgary's favor. Still...I'm a whore for Ron Wilson and his Sharks.
Who should win - It's close but I'm thinking San Jose
Who will win - See above
Who I'm rooting for - Ron Wilson is my guy and I can't abandon him now!
So throw away the Root Beer and start puttin' on the foil! Tonight we start the greatest post-season in all of sports!
Monday, April 7, 2008
We're in!
In case you missed the fun on Saturday, the Capitals completed their historic rise from last place at Thanksgiving to division champion with a thrilling 3-1 victory over Florida.
Relieve the Mom
ent. Photos are from the WashingtonPost and can be checked out on their website.
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Don't Stop... Believing!
Yeah, I know, that song sucks ass, but for some reason the kids on the Caps have adopted it as their theme music for the season.
After last nights super thrilling 4-1 win over Carolina I'm willing to not say that to their faces.
2 Games left, tied for 1st place. TIED for 1st! In case you missed it we were dead last in October and managed to climb to 14th by Novemeber before Glen Hanlon was tossed out for Bruce Boudreau. Since then things have been golden.
Last night's game wasn't just about Ovechkin, sure he scored a sweet goal to ice the game but Matt Cooke played his ass off. Brooks Laich continued his outstanding season by going forhand to backhand on a sweet pass from Tomas Fleischmann. Old man Fedorov with 2 assists, budding superstar Mike Green 2 assists and Christobal Huet being clutch when he had to be.
In short it was a total team vicorty.
Consider this, who was it who opened the game with a big hit at mid ice? That would be the Russian sniper Alexander Semin, not exactly known as a physical force across the league.
And who rushed to his goalie's defense when Eric Staal took an extra whack with his stick? Ovechkin.
The Caps were fired up and played the most complete team game I've seen in a while. And they picked the perfect night to do it. In a packed house that was a sea of red and louder than I've heard them in years. Sadly, I wasn't in attendance. BUt I'll be there when the puck drops on Saturday.
Tonight Carolina play Tampa Bay, in a game they were hoping wouldn't matter. Now it matter more than they thought possible.
Reality check time - We havn't won anything yet. Two games to go and a lot can still happen but I'm optimistic, hope is alive in DC and we're painting this town red wheather they know it or not.
Oh and I by the way, Carolina head coach Peter Laviolette's explosion on the bench was hysterical. I don't care if he had a point or not.
After last nights super thrilling 4-1 win over Carolina I'm willing to not say that to their faces.
2 Games left, tied for 1st place. TIED for 1st! In case you missed it we were dead last in October and managed to climb to 14th by Novemeber before Glen Hanlon was tossed out for Bruce Boudreau. Since then things have been golden.
Last night's game wasn't just about Ovechkin, sure he scored a sweet goal to ice the game but Matt Cooke played his ass off. Brooks Laich continued his outstanding season by going forhand to backhand on a sweet pass from Tomas Fleischmann. Old man Fedorov with 2 assists, budding superstar Mike Green 2 assists and Christobal Huet being clutch when he had to be.
In short it was a total team vicorty.
Consider this, who was it who opened the game with a big hit at mid ice? That would be the Russian sniper Alexander Semin, not exactly known as a physical force across the league.
And who rushed to his goalie's defense when Eric Staal took an extra whack with his stick? Ovechkin.
The Caps were fired up and played the most complete team game I've seen in a while. And they picked the perfect night to do it. In a packed house that was a sea of red and louder than I've heard them in years. Sadly, I wasn't in attendance. BUt I'll be there when the puck drops on Saturday.
Tonight Carolina play Tampa Bay, in a game they were hoping wouldn't matter. Now it matter more than they thought possible.
Reality check time - We havn't won anything yet. Two games to go and a lot can still happen but I'm optimistic, hope is alive in DC and we're painting this town red wheather they know it or not.
Oh and I by the way, Carolina head coach Peter Laviolette's explosion on the bench was hysterical. I don't care if he had a point or not.
Tuesday, April 1, 2008
Feeling conflicted...
So it's the first week of April and baseball season is underway, time for my Padres to star on the long road to September showdowns and defeats of the Dodgers to my my heart sing all summer long.
Except...
The Caps are still playing. My Caps, are in the hunt!
I can't remember the last time the baseball and hockey overlap actually mattered. OK, so maybe I can, it's been five years. Five long years since the Caps even got a whiff of the post-season. Not only are they close but the excitement is incredible. Hockey fans can't help but get swept up in the energy being created by this team. You just want to be a part of it all.
Which brings us to tonights showdown - Carolina is in town tonight to play the Caps. They hold a two point lead on us, two points that we can make up tonight!
Basically, the Caps need to win all three games this week to have a shot at making it. Assuming that we do that, we still need one of the teams ahead of to stumble so we can pass and slip in. My God, the idea of the playoffs is so sweet.
Anyone who doesn't think the Caps would be dangerous over a best of seven series is deluding themselves. The Eastern Conference in not dominated by one team, if we make it, we can spoil things for a few teams. Can you imagine Ovechkin getting to play on that kind of stage? Anyone who hasn't seen how good he is would become an instant fan.
But first things first - We need to win tonight; in regulation - tonight is HUGE!
Oh yeah, and as for my Padres - Jake was Jake.
Not only did he shut the Astros hitters down for 7 strong innings, and helped his cause by driving in two runs off Roy Oswalt.
Yeah, that's right, our Cy Young award winning pitcher can use the stick too.
So I'll be keeping checking in on the Pads, but my Caps have my attention right now and I wouldn't be to upset if they got to keep it for several more weeks.
Except...
The Caps are still playing. My Caps, are in the hunt!
I can't remember the last time the baseball and hockey overlap actually mattered. OK, so maybe I can, it's been five years. Five long years since the Caps even got a whiff of the post-season. Not only are they close but the excitement is incredible. Hockey fans can't help but get swept up in the energy being created by this team. You just want to be a part of it all.
Which brings us to tonights showdown - Carolina is in town tonight to play the Caps. They hold a two point lead on us, two points that we can make up tonight!
Basically, the Caps need to win all three games this week to have a shot at making it. Assuming that we do that, we still need one of the teams ahead of to stumble so we can pass and slip in. My God, the idea of the playoffs is so sweet.Anyone who doesn't think the Caps would be dangerous over a best of seven series is deluding themselves. The Eastern Conference in not dominated by one team, if we make it, we can spoil things for a few teams. Can you imagine Ovechkin getting to play on that kind of stage? Anyone who hasn't seen how good he is would become an instant fan.
But first things first - We need to win tonight; in regulation - tonight is HUGE!
Oh yeah, and as for my Padres - Jake was Jake.
Not only did he shut the Astros hitters down for 7 strong innings, and helped his cause by driving in two runs off Roy Oswalt.
Yeah, that's right, our Cy Young award winning pitcher can use the stick too.So I'll be keeping checking in on the Pads, but my Caps have my attention right now and I wouldn't be to upset if they got to keep it for several more weeks.
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