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Post by Tankdriver on Sept 6, 2016 8:06:42 GMT -5
Even Austen Matthews shouldn't be playing over Galchenyuk. I don't care what your considered...until you play a year in the big league, you're just a prospect.
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Post by blny on Sept 6, 2016 8:47:15 GMT -5
Words cannot express how little interest I have in this cash grab. If I were a player, I'd decline. Seriously. "Sorry, my focus is being healthy and ready for camp. My priorities are my club team."
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Post by Disgruntled70sHab on Sept 6, 2016 9:08:54 GMT -5
Words cannot express how little interest I have in this cash grab. If I were a player, I'd decline. Seriously. "Sorry, my focus is being healthy and ready for camp. My priorities are my club team." I'm actually trying to get interested in the tournament, but I'm just waiting for the start of the regular season, to be honest ... I also want to see if Carey Price gets past September completely healthy ... Cheers. |
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Post by franko on Sept 6, 2016 9:51:42 GMT -5
Words cannot express how little interest I have in this cash grab. If I were a player, I'd decline. Seriously. "Sorry, my focus is being healthy and ready for camp. My priorities are my club team." pfft. come on now. what could be more important to a hockey player than representing his country in September -- before the season even begins. the Stanley Cup is nothing. an extra couple of weeks wear and tear on the body is nothing.  made for TV filler. |
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Post by blny on Sept 6, 2016 9:59:06 GMT -5
Words cannot express how little interest I have in this cash grab. If I were a player, I'd decline. Seriously. "Sorry, my focus is being healthy and ready for camp. My priorities are my club team." pfft. come on now. what could be more important to a hockey player than representing his country in September -- before the season even begins. the Stanley Cup is nothing. an extra couple of weeks wear and tear on the body is nothing. made for TV filler. The only way it's an International tournament is if the IIHF is involved.  |
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Post by Deleted on Sept 6, 2016 12:08:49 GMT -5
I'm really liking my wager 6 months ago for the Young Stars at 50-1 to win it all, I think they're 17-1 now. Still a longshot, but I"m pulling for the kids! To me this isn't a World Cup, it's an exhibition, so I couldn't care less if Canada wins. I wish Chucky was playing, but to be honest I'd prefer if no Habs were in it, it's like NFL pre-season, the only thing that can happen is INJURY!!
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Post by seventeen on Sept 6, 2016 13:01:53 GMT -5
Words cannot express how little interest I have in this cash grab. If I were a player, I'd decline. Seriously. "Sorry, my focus is being healthy and ready for camp. My priorities are my club team." More than a few players are saying just that. "I can't seem to get rid of this broken back, but it should be ok in 3 weeks for the start of the season". |
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Post by seventeen on Sept 6, 2016 13:04:00 GMT -5
I'm really liking my wager 6 months ago for the Young Stars at 50-1 to win it all, I think they're 17-1 now. Still a longshot, but I"m pulling for the kids! To me this isn't a World Cup, it's an exhibition, so I couldn't care less if Canada wins. I wish Chucky was playing, but to be honest I'd prefer if no Habs were in it, it's like NFL pre-season, the only thing that can happen is INJURY!! That's who I'd like to see win. They're not as strong on the back end as I'd like, but I love the speed and if they can use that properly and take space and time away, not even Carey or King Henry may stop them. And yes, Chucky should be there ahead of RNH, Drouin and Matthews at the very least. Politics, politics. |
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Post by Disgruntled70sHab on Sept 7, 2016 8:28:50 GMT -5
I'm really liking my wager 6 months ago for the Young Stars at 50-1 to win it all, I think they're 17-1 now. Still a longshot, but I"m pulling for the kids! To me this isn't a World Cup, it's an exhibition, so I couldn't care less if Canada wins. I wish Chucky was playing, but to be honest I'd prefer if no Habs were in it, it's like NFL pre-season, the only thing that can happen is INJURY!! Not sure what the rules to your wager are, but if you placed a bet at 50-1 that should still be honoured regardless of the updated odds ... I was looking the same for the Blue Jays a few seasons ago (can't remember what year ... maybe 4 years ago ... not sure) and my buddy and I were going to put some money down on the Jays to win the World Series ... I think at one point they might have been, like, 80-1, but we never made the bets ... as an aside, if you haven't been to one of the "Sportsbooks" in Vegas yet, they're really quite something ... we went to the one in Harrahs and I've never seen so much money being bet before ... Cheers. |
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Post by Douper on Sept 7, 2016 9:26:35 GMT -5
Words cannot express how little interest I have in this cash grab. If I were a player, I'd decline. Seriously. "Sorry, my focus is being healthy and ready for camp. My priorities are my club team." I feel the same. I just want our guys to be healthy for the reg season. Like it was previously said. Start the season earlier and finish the year with the world championships. |
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Post by CentreHice on Sept 7, 2016 14:03:53 GMT -5
World Cup of Hockey 2016 Pre-Tournament Games.
The cities selected to host pre-tournament games are: Columbus, Pittsburgh and Washington, DC; Montreal, Ottawa and Quebec City; Prague; Gothenburg; Helsinki; and Moscow.
Below are the details, subject to change, for the 12-game pre-tournament schedule that will be played from Sept. 8-14.
Thursday, September 8
Team Czech Republic vs. Team Russia - VTB Arena; Moscow
12:30pm - ESPN3, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Team Sweden vs. Team Finland - Hartwall Arena; Helsinki
Noon ET/7 p.m. local - ESPN3, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Team Europe vs. Team North America - Videotron Centre; Quebec City
8 p.m. ET - ESPN2, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Friday, September 9
Team Canada vs. Team USA - Nationwide Arena; Columbus
7 p.m. ET - ESPNU, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Saturday, September 10
Team Finland vs. Team Sweden - Scandinavium; Gothenburg
Noon ET/6 p.m. local - ESPN3, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Team Russia vs. Team Czech Republic - O2 Arena; Prague
10:30 a.m. ET/4:30 p.m. local - ESPN3, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Team USA vs. Team Canada - Canadian Tire Centre; Ottawa
7 p.m. ET - ESPN3, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Sunday, September 11
Team Europe vs. Team North America - Bell Centre; Montreal
6 p.m. ET - ESPN3, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Tuesday, September 13
Team Finland vs. Team USA - Verizon Center; Washington, DC
7 p.m. ET - ESPN, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Wednesday, September 14
Team Czech Republic vs. Team North America - CONSOL Energy Center; Pittsburgh
3:30 p.m. ET - ESPN3, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Team Canada vs. Team Russia - CONSOL Energy Center, Pittsburgh
7:30 p.m. ET - ESPN2, Sportsnet, TVA Sports
Team Sweden vs. Team Europe - Verizon Center; Washington, DC
7 p.m. ET - ESPN3, Sportsnet, TVA Sports 2
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Post by Disgruntled70sHab on Sept 7, 2016 15:50:45 GMT -5
... really trying to get into it but it's difficult ...
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Post by Disgruntled70sHab on Sept 7, 2016 15:52:46 GMT -5
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Post by Disgruntled70sHab on Sept 7, 2016 15:54:05 GMT -5
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Post by franko on Sept 7, 2016 17:26:21 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Sept 7, 2016 20:13:31 GMT -5
I'm really liking my wager 6 months ago for the Young Stars at 50-1 to win it all, I think they're 17-1 now. Still a longshot, but I"m pulling for the kids! To me this isn't a World Cup, it's an exhibition, so I couldn't care less if Canada wins. I wish Chucky was playing, but to be honest I'd prefer if no Habs were in it, it's like NFL pre-season, the only thing that can happen is INJURY!! Not sure what the rules to your wager are, but if you placed a bet at 50-1 that should still be honoured regardless of the updated odds ... I was looking the same for the Blue Jays a few seasons ago (can't remember what year ... maybe 4 years ago ... not sure) and my buddy and I were going to put some money down on the Jays to win the World Series ... I think at one point they might have been, like, 80-1, but we never made the bets ... as an aside, if you haven't been to one of the "Sportsbooks" in Vegas yet, they're really quite something ... we went to the one in Harrahs and I've never seen so much money being bet before ... Cheers. No it was online sportsbook, only $15 though  wishing i'da bucked up for $50 to really make it exciting. Still really good value because I believe the kids speed and desire may overcome the experience. Just hoping the referees call it fair and not give the vet superstars more leeway. I agree their D may be a bit lacking, but I expect them to have the puck much more than their opponents. |
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Post by Disgruntled70sHab on Sept 7, 2016 21:41:01 GMT -5
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Post by seventeen on Sept 7, 2016 23:41:52 GMT -5
I think they (NA) and Sweden will give Canada the most difficulty. I'd hate to pick any one of them over the other 2, I think its that close. Losing Duncan Keith and Jeff Carter has really hurt Canada's chances IMO.
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Post by Skilly on Sept 8, 2016 5:27:16 GMT -5
The National Anthem prior to pro sporting events is dumb in my opinion. It has its place in the Olympics, and World Championships, and even the World Cup of Hockey .... But on a Wednesday evening in an NHL rink, no, I do think so. NHL players are not playing for their countries, in any way shape or form. A great many of them aren't even Canadian or American. I don't mind it on military appreciation nights, and some holidays ... But 40 nights , just cause. No. |
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Post by franko on Sept 8, 2016 5:49:24 GMT -5
The National Anthem prior to pro sporting events is dumb in my opinion. It has its place in the Olympics, and World Championships, and even the World Cup of Hockey .... But on a Wednesday evening in an NHL rink, no, I do think so. NHL players are not playing for their countries, in any way shape or form. A great many of them aren't even Canadian or American. I don't mind it on military appreciation nights, and some holidays ... But 40 nights , just cause. No. I agree, and I consider myself a patriotic Canadian. it's a meaningless tradition . |
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Post by jkr on Sept 8, 2016 8:55:58 GMT -5
Words cannot express how little interest I have in this cash grab. If I were a player, I'd decline. Seriously. "Sorry, my focus is being healthy and ready for camp. My priorities are my club team." Exactly the way I feel & that's why I won't be watching. Too much opportunity for players to get hurt. That's why guys like Keith and Benn opted out. They probably see this tournament for what it is. If Price gets injured during this the season will be lost - again. |
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Post by CentreHice on Sept 8, 2016 10:52:24 GMT -5
I need a hockey fix...so I'll be watching the two continental teams go at it tonight at 8.
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Post by franko on Sept 8, 2016 12:04:52 GMT -5
I need a hockey fix...so I'll be watching the two continental teams go at it tonight at 8. I'll get my fix of useless pond hockey sometime during the NHL pre/season, no use wasting/investing time in it now. will I watch any of it? who knows . . . though if I watch a period of the series that'll be more time than I spent watching last year's playoffs. |
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Post by Disgruntled70sHab on Sept 8, 2016 12:36:48 GMT -5
I need a hockey fix...so I'll be watching the two continental teams go at it tonight at 8. I'll get my fix of useless pond hockey sometime during the NHL pre/season, no use wasting/investing time in it now. will I watch any of it? who knows . . . though if I watch a period of the series that'll be more time than I spent watching last year's playoffs. Well put man ... I may/may not tune it ... depends if there's a good movie on ... Cheers. |
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Post by blny on Sept 8, 2016 16:52:38 GMT -5
The National Anthem prior to pro sporting events is dumb in my opinion. It has its place in the Olympics, and World Championships, and even the World Cup of Hockey .... But on a Wednesday evening in an NHL rink, no, I do think so. NHL players are not playing for their countries, in any way shape or form. A great many of them aren't even Canadian or American. I don't mind it on military appreciation nights, and some holidays ... But 40 nights , just cause. No. Ditto for me too. |
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Post by Disgruntled70sHab on Sept 8, 2016 16:52:44 GMT -5
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Post by PTH on Sept 8, 2016 19:53:56 GMT -5
The National Anthem prior to pro sporting events is dumb in my opinion. It has its place in the Olympics, and World Championships, and even the World Cup of Hockey .... But on a Wednesday evening in an NHL rink, no, I do think so. NHL players are not playing for their countries, in any way shape or form. A great many of them aren't even Canadian or American. I don't mind it on military appreciation nights, and some holidays ... But 40 nights , just cause. No. Ditto for me too. I wonder if the money sports teams get for their "military appreciation nights" counts as hockey related revenue. If it doesn't and it goes entirely into the owners' pockets, we'll see more and more of them. |
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Post by blny on Sept 8, 2016 20:58:54 GMT -5
I wonder if the money sports teams get for their "military appreciation nights" counts as hockey related revenue. If it doesn't and it goes entirely into the owners' pockets, we'll see more and more of them. I knew that the US military paid for those nights. Does the Canadian military too? That money should be going directly to veterans. |
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Post by Disgruntled70sHab on Sept 9, 2016 7:03:59 GMT -5
I wonder if the money sports teams get for their "military appreciation nights" counts as hockey related revenue. If it doesn't and it goes entirely into the owners' pockets, we'll see more and more of them. I knew that the US military paid for those nights. Does the Canadian military too? That money should be going directly to veterans. We had a small discussion on it a while back ... why should the taxpayer have to fork out for government-sponsored jingoism ... I don't know if it's the same in Canada but I'll give it a look once I have more time ... Cheers. |
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Post by CentreHice on Sept 9, 2016 11:42:59 GMT -5
McDavid, Matthews & Co. put on quite a show at the Videotron Centre in QC. Great decision-making and skill at high speed. A treat to watch.
Looking forward to tonight's Canada/U.S.A. tilt.
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wishing i'da bucked up for $50 to really make it exciting. Still really good value because I believe the kids speed and desire may overcome the experience. Just hoping the referees call it fair and not give the vet superstars more leeway. I agree their D may be a bit lacking, but I expect them to have the puck much more than their opponents. 
