March NHL Game Thread
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Phil Kessel has a goal and two assists. The Leafs are up on the Ducks 3-0 in the second period.
More on Peverley from Dr. Gil Salazar's press conference:
* Suffered a cardiac event, likely related to the pre-existing condition which he describes as an "irregular quivering" of the heart that prevents blood from getting to critical areas (i.e. brain).
* He was treated using "standard procedures" and regained consciousness at the arena. Asked to clarify the procedures: Chess compressions, oxygen and defibrillation. He regained normal heart rhythm and consciousness after just one shock, which he said was "a great sign". Rich knew exactly where he was and wanted to return to the game. Was also put on an IV.
Un fucking real.
* Suffered a cardiac event, likely related to the pre-existing condition which he describes as an "irregular quivering" of the heart that prevents blood from getting to critical areas (i.e. brain).
* He was treated using "standard procedures" and regained consciousness at the arena. Asked to clarify the procedures: Chess compressions, oxygen and defibrillation. He regained normal heart rhythm and consciousness after just one shock, which he said was "a great sign". Rich knew exactly where he was and wanted to return to the game. Was also put on an IV.
Un fucking real.
The Islanders just came back from 0-3 down to take a 4-3 lead, the first three goals on the power play.
'Nuckstown.
'Nuckstown.
mabrowndog said:
Reminds me of the incident in Russia with Alexei Cherepanov. He had a similar cardiac "incident" but the KHL doesn't mandate defibrillators at each rink and they didn't have one. They performed CPR, but were unable to save him without shocking his heart. Jagr was on that team at the time. Devastating for the team when it happened, as Cherepanov was just 19 at the time.
Very happy Peverley is ok. Scary shit.
What a mensch.mabrowndog said:
Side note, anyone else read Dr. Gil Salazar and immediately follow it with "Phd Hollywood Upstairs Medical School?"
Regaining consciousness after a cardiac arrest and immediately asking to get back in the game is the most hockey thing ever. What a hockey player.
TheRealness said:
Worst thing about the Cherepanov incident is that Jagr was so upset when it happened he kept yelling "Wake up, Alexei! Wake up!" Just freaking out and crying.
Damn, close call for Pevs. Glad to see he's OK and can live his life at the very least. Who knows about his hockey career. And he wanted to go back into the game? What a stud.
One of the interviews last night mentioned something about how seriously the league took player safety and it was obvious tonight. I couldn't help but wonder if it was a shot at the KHL. It probably wasn't but yeah. One of my first thoughts was about Cherepanov as well.TheRealness said:
Like Greg mentioned, the first thing that popped into my mind when I read about this last night was the Jiri Fischer incident. Fischer never played again because of his heart issues, but the Wings hired him into the organization where he still is today. That happened eight and half years ago - wow.
The difference with Pevs is that he had an issue that they knew about and thought they corrected. Really scary. Definitely rooting for him and hope, despite being a tough as nails stud hockey player, he puts his health first going forward.
The difference with Pevs is that he had an issue that they knew about and thought they corrected. Really scary. Definitely rooting for him and hope, despite being a tough as nails stud hockey player, he puts his health first going forward.
I just watched the clip from the game on Deadspin and was actually shaken up by the players' reactions given how serious the situation was. And the way that total silence fell on the arena once all hell broke loose...chilling.
When the teams come together near the tunnel Horton and Seguin were talking about what was going on and you can see their concern for their former Bruin-in-arms.
When the teams come together near the tunnel Horton and Seguin were talking about what was going on and you can see their concern for their former Bruin-in-arms.
Smiling Joe Hesketh said:
Thomas looked quite shaken up as well, standing off to the side with his head down.
TheShynessClinic said:
I saw that too, later, and you're right. Looked like he was praying.
Jesus I can't imagine how frightening that must have been for all the players on the benches.
The Stars are playing in St. Louis tonight, but they just announced that Alex Chiasson did not make the trip because he was so shaken up by the Peverley incident.Smiling Joe Hesketh said:
Thanks for you help Waahington you bunch of bums. Pitt sweeps Washington in the back to back and is ahead of Boston by 3 points now with the Bruins having a game in hand.
Remember all that "ooo Jagr" talk upthread? Fuck that guy. Created the first goal, scored the winner, 2-1 Devils. Also Flyers screwed yet again (I guess) by the "oh I meant to blow that dead" no goal, this time in the last minute.
I was listening, not watching, but apparently Tuomo Ruutu gave Steve Downie a pretty decent headshot. Shockingly Downie did not commit any retaliatory felonies.
I was listening, not watching, but apparently Tuomo Ruutu gave Steve Downie a pretty decent headshot. Shockingly Downie did not commit any retaliatory felonies.
Hartnell slid into Brodeur, which jarred the puck loose. That negates the goal.MoGator71 said:
Steve Downie is trash and shouldn't be in the NHL. I wish Ruutu beheaded him and stuck the head on his stick and flung it into the crowd.
The Jagr is a god, and you should treat and respect him as such.
mikeford said:
We always counted those in pond hockey. Good enough for me.
It occurred to me that that could be Marty's last game in Philadelphia, and I assume his last game there as a Devil at least. As much as he's frustrated me through the years I'm actually going to miss that guy. At some point the game is bigger than just my team...Brodeur is probably the GOAT, I'm not gonna hate him.
Yeah, you just can't push the goalie into the net along with the puck. The ref was right there and VERY quick and decisive on his call.mikeford said:
Really never appreciated Jagr enough until this year when I've had the chance to watch him a lot. Reminds me of Gretzky's famous line "I don't go to where the puck is, I go to where it's going to be." Jagr understands the game in the same way. He's a nifty passer and so strong on the puck and he plays keep-away at times with defenders. But it's a pleasure merely to watch him position himself the whole game. And Ruutu looks like a really good fit on the same line with Zajac and Jagr.
I'm not so sure I would call the referee right on that disallowed goal in the Flyers Devils game. He wasn't incorrect I think but Volchenkov had a lot to do with Hartnell crashing into Brodeur. And of course Marty flopped around. But that could go either way, although I caution against equating decisiveness with correctness. Where they were bad, among other times, was on the meager minor against Ruutu for a Cooke-like blindside check to Downie's head and when they actually called Downie for highsticking when Salvador highsticked Downie. If they hadn't corrected that last one, it had the potential to be the worst call in the history of sport.
When I wrote "the ref was right there" I was thinking "he was in a perfect position to see the play." My bad on not being perfectly clear about that statement.Fred in Lynn said:
Fred in Lynn said:
I'd forgotten all about that Salvador/Downie call.
Hartnell basically never gets the benefit of the doubt on those types of plays. To be fair I don't think he ever tries particularly hard to avoid tangling with a goalie, but at this point he's a marked man when it comes to that type of play. That one was pretty borderline; no matter how that was called the other guy was going to have a legitimate gripe.
Injuries starting to pile up? Must be March...
https://twitter.com/penguins/status/444509990263734272
https://twitter.com/VanCanucks/status/444504212802920448
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Bullshit penalties on dives still the norm in Montreal.
And no call on a trip of an Ottawa player. What a fucking crock of shit.
And no call on a trip of an Ottawa player. What a fucking crock of shit.
I was a second away from turning the TV off at the 15-minute mark in that third period at the Bell Centre. Drama, action, and controversy galore.
NYCSox said:
Don't forget Lehner getting tripped (was it Vanek?) on the tying goal.
Ottawa has themselves to blame for letting that game get away, but Jesus Christ always, the shenanigans in Montreal.
Also gotta admire the Penguins, when one douche (Neal) goes down there's always somebody ready to step up (Orpik). Dirty reckless play shoving Couturier face-first into the boards.
MoGator71 said:
Considering the 2012 playoffs, Couturier might be safer sitting out tomorrow. He always seems to get run by Pittsburgh.
Brooks Orpik being on Team USA was almost enough to make me feel dirty enough about cheering for them to cheer for Canada. Unfortunately, Sidney Crosby.
I should have just cut my losses and cheered for Finland. Or Russia.... since their players are less hateable, for the most part.
Bottom line: fuck the damn Penguins.
I should have just cut my losses and cheered for Finland. Or Russia.... since their players are less hateable, for the most part.
Bottom line: fuck the damn Penguins.
I think Bobby Ryan was trying to play that role. Two linesmen keeping him from the ref.MoGator71 said:
Flyers are again up 2-0 early on in Pittsburgh. The second goal came on the PP after Hartnell smoked Stempniak and Bortuzzo took a dumb retaliation penalty.
Fleury is playing well, this game could be 4-0. Penguins are a bit unhinged, Malkin just took a bad retaliation penalty himself.
Greg29fan said:
In other parts of this board, you're not a bad poster.
But my god are you all the worst parts of JulE6 and mikeford in here.