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| Author: | E.L. [ Tue Sep 05, 2017 12:13 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Early contenders and pretenders |
https://sports.yahoo.com/ranking-stanle ... 19592.html Might as well get this started with preseason mere weeks away. I think this will be the Oil's year to at least make the conference finals. Otherwise I think the cap has sanded everyone's edges a little. Fairly wide open. |
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| Author: | Chris18 [ Tue Sep 05, 2017 6:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
Not sure I agree with the reasons given for the Isles, but I agree they're probably going to miss the playoffs. Again. Unless Snow pulls a rabbit out of his ass again during camp. |
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| Author: | Pokecheque [ Tue Sep 05, 2017 9:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
I'm still not convinced that Minnesota is truly a "contender" though this is probably as close as they'll be getting with the current group. Other than that I'm pretty much in agreement. |
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| Author: | Pokecheque [ Wed Jan 03, 2018 7:37 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
Well then, to summarize this article from September 5th (what ended up being one of Wyshynski's last PD articles for what it's worth: Quote: Actual Stanley Cup Contenders
Pittsburgh Penguins Edmonton Oilers Tampa Bay Lightning Anaheim Ducks Nashville Predators Minnesota Wild Boom Or Bust Calgary Flames Columbus Blue Jackets Dallas Stars Montreal Canadiens Philadelphia Flyers St. Louis Blues Toronto Maple Leafs Washington Capitals Old Standbys Boston Bruins Los Angeles Kings New York Rangers On The Upswing Buffalo Sabres Carolina Hurricanes New Jersey Devils Winnipeg Jets On The Downswing Chicago Blackhawks San Jose Sharks You Figure It Out, Because We Have No Idea Florida Panthers New York Islanders Ottawa Senators Basement Dwellers Arizona Coyotes Colorado Avalanche Detroit Red Wings Vegas Golden Knights Vancouver Canucks |
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| Author: | Chris18 [ Tue Jan 16, 2018 7:47 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
So when do the fire sales start? Buffalo and Arizona have to be giving up on this year soon, right? And I keep checking different sets of standings to see if the VGK really are atop the west. WTF??? They're 4 points behind Tampa, but have 2 games in hand. They could actually win the President's Trophy.  That's amazing and infuriating at the same time.
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| Author: | Pokecheque [ Tue Jan 16, 2018 11:37 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
I'm still stunned we haven't seen one coach firing yet. No way that lasts into March. |
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| Author: | E.L. [ Tue Jan 16, 2018 1:29 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
Pokecheque wrote: I'm still stunned we haven't seen one coach firing yet. No way that lasts into March. I think it's because of a lack of available options. I think if one team fires their coach you might see a chain reaction. I also think Willie could get another shot after the Olympics. |
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| Author: | the Cunning Linguist [ Tue Jan 16, 2018 1:33 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
Chris18 wrote: And I keep checking different sets of standings to see if the VGK really are atop the west. WTF??? They're 4 points behind Tampa, but have 2 games in hand. They could actually win the President's Trophy. That's amazing and infuriating at the same time.Yup. That and the Oilers may yet get another top 5 pick... 
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| Author: | Chris18 [ Tue Jan 16, 2018 3:09 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
the Cunning Linguist wrote: Chris18 wrote: And I keep checking different sets of standings to see if the VGK really are atop the west. WTF??? They're 4 points behind Tampa, but have 2 games in hand. They could actually win the President's Trophy. That's amazing and infuriating at the same time.Yup. That and the Oilers may yet get another top 5 pick... They should be banned from it. The next CBA should include a clause that teams that almost purposely suck, despite having a billion top 5 picks on their roster, or traded away for dog shit, should not be allowed to pick in the top 5. It's embarrassing for everyone involved. |
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| Author: | Bosc [ Tue Jan 16, 2018 3:30 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
Chris18 wrote: the Cunning Linguist wrote: Chris18 wrote: And I keep checking different sets of standings to see if the VGK really are atop the west. WTF??? They're 4 points behind Tampa, but have 2 games in hand. They could actually win the President's Trophy. That's amazing and infuriating at the same time.Yup. That and the Oilers may yet get another top 5 pick... They should be banned from it. The next CBA should include a clause that teams that almost purposely suck, despite having a billion top 5 picks on their roster, or traded away for dog shit, should not be allowed to pick in the top 5. It's embarrassing for everyone involved. Been saying this for years about teams getting 1st overall picks, tank or no tank. If you get a 1st overall pick, you shouldn't be eligible to pick, now I'll say because of the lottery, in the top 3 for at least a few years. |
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| Author: | Pokecheque [ Wed Jan 17, 2018 10:27 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
What's stunning thus far is that no one has pulled the plug. No one. Some teams inching closer (we know BUF and ARZ are out of it, OTT is close, and NYR is contemplating blowing it up) but not even a last-ditch coach firing to try and save the season. |
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| Author: | Chris18 [ Wed Jan 17, 2018 12:59 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
Pokecheque wrote: What's stunning thus far is that no one has pulled the plug. No one. Some teams inching closer (we know BUF and ARZ are out of it, OTT is close, and NYR is contemplating blowing it up) but not even a last-ditch coach firing to try and save the season. Isles fans are calling for Weight's head.
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| Author: | E.L. [ Wed Jan 17, 2018 1:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
In terms of the almighty goal differential: 1. Lightning +49 2. Bruins +29 3. Knights +28 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 4. Jets +24 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! 5. Kings +22 26. Habs -23 27. Canucks -28 28. Sens -32 29. Sabres -52 30. Coyotes -56 Contenders and pretenders right there. |
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| Author: | E.L. [ Mon Feb 26, 2018 7:25 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
There's a clear group of elite teams this season, goal differential-wise: 1. Tampa +56 2. Vegas +49 3. Boston +45 4. Winnipeg +44 5. Nashville +41 6. Toronto +35 They all added pieces at the deadline. These teams, and maybe the Pens, are your Cup contenders. |
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| Author: | harmfuljays [ Tue Feb 27, 2018 9:37 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
E.L. wrote: There's a clear group of elite teams this season, goal differential-wise: 1. Tampa +56 2. Vegas +49 3. Boston +45 4. Winnipeg +44 5. Nashville +41 6. Toronto +35 They all added pieces at the deadline. These teams, and maybe the Pens, are your Cup contenders. I like this stat. Nothing tells the team story like the goal diff. |
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| Author: | E.L. [ Mon Mar 26, 2018 10:36 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Early contenders and pretenders |
So much bad blood between Nashville and Winnipeg right now. Really hoping they meet in the playoffs. |
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