Zlinedavid Posted May 8, 2019 Report Share Posted May 8, 2019 1 hour ago, Steubenhoosier said: Was not able to watch any of the game last night, but saw the highlights this morning. Great for a local guy to score the game winner. Sounds like Bishop about stood on his head to keep the Stars in the game. 52 saves on 54 shots is crazy good, especially after the shot he took on his clavicle the game before. Will be interesting to see if the Sharks or the Avs can pull it out tonight. Either one, I think the Blues stand a good chance to advance. First two goals Bishop has ever allowed in a Game 7 were last night. And yes, he basically kept the Stars in it by himself. Binnington saw half that amount. Trivia that probably interests only me: San Jose and Colorado were the Blues' opponents the last two times they made it to the conference finals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 8, 2019 Report Share Posted May 8, 2019 And one more thought: he's gone from the worst record in the NHL in January to the conference finals. Can we please drop the "interim" from Craig Berube's title? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steubenhoosier Posted May 9, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 9, 2019 Crazy offsides call last night that caused the Avs a goal, and quite possibly the game. By the letter of the law, he was offsides, but he was standing by the door, waiting to get off the ice. Not involved in the play at all. On Golic and Wingo this morning, they likened it to the guy who is racing off the field to get to the sidelines before the ball is snapped, and Aaron Rodgers catches it and starts the play causing a 12 men on the field penalty. Unfortunately for Colorado, they went into a daze right after that call and gave up a third goal, which ended up being the game winner. Should be two good conference finals series. All of my rooting interests have been eliminated. As long as Boston doesn't win, I am okay with whoever takes the Cup. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 9, 2019 Report Share Posted May 9, 2019 3 hours ago, Steubenhoosier said: Should be two good conference finals series. All of my rooting interests have been eliminated. As long as Boston doesn't win, I am okay with whoever takes the Cup. The "Bunch of Jerks" vs "Gloria" would make for a fun Finals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 12, 2019 Report Share Posted May 12, 2019 Much to the dismay of the Blues faithful, it appears Jordan Binnington is indeed human. Doesn't make game 2 a must win, but pretty damn important. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IUFLA Posted May 13, 2019 Report Share Posted May 13, 2019 4 hours ago, Zlinedavid said: Much to the dismay of the Blues faithful, it appears Jordan Binnington is indeed human. Doesn't make game 2 a must win, but pretty damn important. I'm not a Blues fan, but I did see my share of Blues games at the old Checkerdome in the early 80s. There used to be a killer Irish pub near the Checkerdome (McGillacuddy's?) that served the best thick bloody hamburgers. Also the first place I ever saw and tried Guiness Stout on tap. Looked like motor oil but sure was (and still is) good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 13, 2019 Report Share Posted May 13, 2019 1 hour ago, IUFLA said: I'm not a Blues fan, but I did see my share of Blues games at the old Checkerdome in the early 80s. There used to be a killer Irish pub near the Checkerdome (McGillacuddy's?) that served the best thick bloody hamburgers. Also the first place I ever saw and tried Guiness Stout on tap. Looked like motor oil but sure was (and still is) good! Saw my first Blues game at the Checkerdome: '93 Playoffs vs the Blackhawks. Wasn't looking for pubs, given that I was 12. Only time I made it to the old barn. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 14, 2019 Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 #playgloria Bounceback performance both in and within Game 2 for the Blues. They're baffling in the way they can look so smooth offensively at times, and yet they have the most anemic power play. But hey, 1-1 and coming back home. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steubenhoosier Posted May 14, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2019 Good win for the Blues. I only watched the first period, and it seemed like a pretty even game. Regardless of how this series ends up, if the Bruins continue on as it appears they will, I will be cheering hard for the Western Conference champion in the finals. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlboiler23 Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 Blues just got screwed in game 3. A blatant hand pass wasn’t called and it ended the game for SJ. Such gross incompetence from the referees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 46 minutes ago, Stlboiler23 said: Blues just got screwed in game 3. A blatant hand pass wasn’t called and it ended the game for SJ. Such gross incompetence from the referees. Blues and Saints fans now have something in common. That easily makes my top 10 blown calls of all time in any sport. And a play like that isn't reviewable? The hell...its not a judgment call. Didn't help that Methusela Thornton chose last night to reanimate himself. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlboiler23 Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 3 minutes ago, Zlinedavid said: Blues and Saints fans now have something in common. That easily makes my top 10 blown calls of all time in any sport. And a play like that isn't reviewable? The hell...its not a judgment call. Didn't help that Methusela Thornton chose last night to reanimate himself. One of the worst calls I’ve ever seen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 3 minutes ago, Stlboiler23 said: One of the worst calls I’ve ever seen. Dear Kay Whitmore, Eat #$&% and die. Sincerely, All St. Louis Blues Fans Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlboiler23 Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 6 minutes ago, Zlinedavid said: Dear Kay Whitmore, Eat #$&% and die. Sincerely, All St. Louis Blues Fans Did you see how smug Karlsson was in his post game? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 16, 2019 Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 1 minute ago, Stlboiler23 said: Did you see how smug Karlsson was in his post game? Tony Twist needs to come out of retirement for game 4. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steubenhoosier Posted May 16, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 16, 2019 Egregious call for sure. How can all 4 refs on the ice miss this? League office will need to revisit what constitutes a reviewable play this offseason. All that said, shame on the Blues for giving up the lead in the last minute of regulation Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 17, 2019 Report Share Posted May 17, 2019 OK, ESPN is just rubbing my nose in it now. Last night was bad enough, and now this is on their home page as the "On This Date..." feature: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steubenhoosier Posted May 17, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 17, 2019 https://www.cbssports.com/nhl/news/fanduel-returns-money-to-gamblers-who-bet-on-blues-following-controversial-call-in-loss-to-sharks/ Little solace, but at least a bit of respite for some Blues' fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 17, 2019 Report Share Posted May 17, 2019 37 minutes ago, Steubenhoosier said: https://www.cbssports.com/nhl/news/fanduel-returns-money-to-gamblers-who-bet-on-blues-following-controversial-call-in-loss-to-sharks/ Little solace, but at least a bit of respite for some Blues' fans. When the wrong call causes a casino (more or less) to issue refunds, you know you done f***ed up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steubenhoosier Posted May 18, 2019 Author Report Share Posted May 18, 2019 Great 1st period for the Blues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 18, 2019 Report Share Posted May 18, 2019 #playgloria Got the start they needed and JB kept them in it. Kid is a stud. That game also gave Binnington the Blues' franchise record for playoff wins in a single season. Best of 3, going back to Cali. Edit: This ties the mark for the closest the Blues have been to the finals in my lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Zlinedavid Posted May 19, 2019 Report Share Posted May 19, 2019 #playgloria Pure, unrestrained, glorious DOMINANCE. Shutout for Binnington. Hat trick for Schwartz. And the soul crusher, a penalty shot goal by Tarasenko, the first in franchise history. 5-0, and headed back home for game 6 and a shot at the finals. This is the closest the Blues have been to the finals in my lifetime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stlboiler23 Posted May 19, 2019 Report Share Posted May 19, 2019 12 minutes ago, Zlinedavid said: #playgloria Pure, unrestrained, glorious DOMINANCE. Shutout for Binnington. Hat trick for Schwartz. And the soul crusher, a penalty shot goal by Tarasenko, the first in franchise history. 5-0, and headed back home for game 6 and a shot at the finals. This is the closest the Blues have been to the finals in my lifetime. Loved it! That game was a blast! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zlinedavid Posted May 19, 2019 Report Share Posted May 19, 2019 3 minutes ago, Stlboiler23 said: Loved it! That game was a blast! This would be a wonderful problem to have, but if it came down to it, Conn Smythe....Binnington or Schwartz? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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