Round 1, Game 1: Habs continue dominance
posted by Kevin Mio at 18h27 EST on Apr 10
With the crowd still standing and cheering the national anthems, Sergei Kostitsyn opened the scoring 34 seconds into the game when he pounced on a rebound from a Patrice Brisebois shot, sending the raucous crowd into a euphoric scream.
Only 90 seconds later, Sergei's older brother, Andrei Kostitsyn scored on a seeing-eye pass from Tomas Plekanec to make it 2-0 2:02 into the game.
The Kostitsyn brothers were making their playoff debut and they showed little signs of nerves with their play early on and Sergei showed he wasn't going to be afraid to play the physical game he has been know for when he laid out a Bruin with a thundering hit in the second period.
The Bruins got one back when Shane Hnidy got one past Carey Price 8:34 into the period, the first playoff goal given up by the Habs rookie goaltender. But Price settled down after that and had a relatively easy night, stopping 17 of 18 shots in a game in which he collected his first NHL playoff win and used his new pads for the first time in game action.
The Canadien with the most playoff experience at 111 games, Bryan Smolinski, gave his team a 3-1 lead in the second period when he collected a rebound infront of Bruins goaltender Tim Thomas and found an opening to his left. Tom Kostopoulos and Mike Komisarek, making a return from a hip injury, collected assists on the goal. For Komisarek, it was his first playoff point in 14 games. Kostopoulos's assist was his first point in his first playoff game.
But Kostopoulos wasn't satisfied with an assist. He scored his first postseason goal in the third period on a nice pass from behind the net from Maxim Lapierre.
Roman Hamrlik brought the crowd to its feet in the middle frame when he absolutely wallpapered Milan Lucic behind Price's net. Leading up to the series, much of the talk was about how physical the Bruins were, but it was the Canadiens that landed more hits during the game, making a statement that they weren't going to be pushed around.
Thomas continued to struggle against the Canadiens, stopping only 27 of 31 shots and all four goals were scored between his legs.
The Bruins went 0-for-3 on the power play, while the Canadiens went 0-for-6.
Only 90 seconds later, Sergei's older brother, Andrei Kostitsyn scored on a seeing-eye pass from Tomas Plekanec to make it 2-0 2:02 into the game.
The Kostitsyn brothers were making their playoff debut and they showed little signs of nerves with their play early on and Sergei showed he wasn't going to be afraid to play the physical game he has been know for when he laid out a Bruin with a thundering hit in the second period.
The Bruins got one back when Shane Hnidy got one past Carey Price 8:34 into the period, the first playoff goal given up by the Habs rookie goaltender. But Price settled down after that and had a relatively easy night, stopping 17 of 18 shots in a game in which he collected his first NHL playoff win and used his new pads for the first time in game action.
The Canadien with the most playoff experience at 111 games, Bryan Smolinski, gave his team a 3-1 lead in the second period when he collected a rebound infront of Bruins goaltender Tim Thomas and found an opening to his left. Tom Kostopoulos and Mike Komisarek, making a return from a hip injury, collected assists on the goal. For Komisarek, it was his first playoff point in 14 games. Kostopoulos's assist was his first point in his first playoff game.
But Kostopoulos wasn't satisfied with an assist. He scored his first postseason goal in the third period on a nice pass from behind the net from Maxim Lapierre.
Roman Hamrlik brought the crowd to its feet in the middle frame when he absolutely wallpapered Milan Lucic behind Price's net. Leading up to the series, much of the talk was about how physical the Bruins were, but it was the Canadiens that landed more hits during the game, making a statement that they weren't going to be pushed around.
Thomas continued to struggle against the Canadiens, stopping only 27 of 31 shots and all four goals were scored between his legs.
The Bruins went 0-for-3 on the power play, while the Canadiens went 0-for-6.
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Submitted by Batalla on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 10:02.
Let's not get too cockey. There *are* 15 more wins to go... But if rival coach Julien believes, then that boosts my spirit even more...
http://habsbros.blogspot.com/2008/04/juliens-heartbreaking-account-of.ht...
Submitted by cautiousoptimist on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 12:55.
"As a surviving bomb-victim stumbling around ground-zero with no pants and hair ablaze, so did Julien flounder beneath the Spotlights."
Maybe a bit dramatic, but I think you've earned some poetic license. :) And this one may be the best hockey quote of the year:
"We wanted to be strong on their players but they crushed us unto oblivion. We wanted to get the puck in deep in their zone, get a cycle going and guys in front of the net but their goaler stuffed it down our throats, their defense wiped us out and their attackers slapped us in the face before we knew what was going on."
How in blue blazes do you beat a face-slapping, goal-stuffing team that crushes you into oblivion?!
1. www.flickeringpictures.com - not a hockey site, but still kinda neat
2. Josh Gorges on Montreal's speed: "They're comin', they're comin' and they keep comin'. Just line after line, wave after wave..."
Submitted by mrstewart61 on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 08:14.
The fans should be credited with an assist on the first goal:
Tim Thomas: "He was in front of me and the crowd was so loud that (defenceman Andrew Ference) didn't hear me say `screen."' said Thomas. "I gave up a rebound and Kostitsyn was on top of it faster than I could believe."
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My ultimate dream: Captain Saku Koivu skating around the Bell Centre holding the Stanley Cup.
Submitted by Corio on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 13:06.
LOL yeah, that is priceless!
Submitted by HABZ24 on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 07:04.
whata game. i work second shift and listen to the radio on my lil mp3. when the habs score we all let out a big yaaaaaaa!! then i watched entire game recorded from cbc this am.not missin a second of this exciting playoff action !! luved hamerliks hit, koz broz two quickies.there was word out there, oh the habs dont have enough grit to go far in the playoffs. oh ya we were hammering everything out there with a beantown bumm jersey last night baby!! cant wait for saturday!! go habs goooooooo!!!!
Submitted by G-Man on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 05:42.
An excellent start. Loved the early goals; they threw the Bruins game plan out the window. Habs could have had 8 tonight, they were so superior.
Highlight of the night: The Chara Sandwich, made to order by Begin and Kostopoulos. Highlight #2: Lucic being hit- over and over again.
You know what they say about Saturday night, eh? I expect a couple fights. The Bruins are nothing but frustrated.
Gilbert
Remember '71? Remember '86?
Now is the time to believe. The Drive for 25 Begins! Go Habs Go!
Submitted by Mill4ever on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 05:26.
Talking about flawless transition from regular season to postseason dominance! And Begin, Kosto, Hammer & co. just lay a beating on them, i wonder how the Bruins respond to that.. well, they are just too slow anyway.
Missed the first period, perkele. no way i'm gonna miss it on saturday.
Submitted by rdhabsfan on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 02:56.
Tremblay , sorry about the spelling
Submitted by rdhabsfan on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 02:51.
If Clarke Gillies gets to be in the hall of fame so does J.C. Trembley
Submitted by rdhabsfan on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 02:45.
By the way , long time lurker first time poster ...lol our Habs have the last Cup winning goal scorer on the bench, should be good for something, GO HABS.
Submitted by Eli_Cash on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 08:32.
"our Habs have the last Cup winning goal scorer on the bench, should be good for something"
Who is that? Sorry if that's a stupid question...I guess you mean Kirk Muller. I guess I was just thrown by "on the bench." He's behind the bench, technically, and it wasn't "the last Cup winning goal scorer" it's OUR last Cup winning goal scorer. Anyway, sorry to be nit-picking on such a glorious morning...
Great game for the Habs, they looked like World-Beaters out there. Best I've seen them play in years...To say nothing of the talent level on the roster, I can't give Carbo and the coaching staff enough credit for what they've done to motivate this team. Down to a man, there's an extraordinary level of intensity and committment. Even AK has bought into the system. It's like there's five Carbos out there on the ice. And it's clear that the players respect Carbo -- something rare in the NHL these days.
I don't want to get carried away but this team could go far...last night they were scary good. 15 more wins...it's a lot and we're not there yet but it looks tantilizing possible. Go Habs Go!
Submitted by rdhabsfan on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 02:35.
O.k All you fellow Habs fans, did not Montreal have 10 rookies in 1986 or am i mistaken, maybe fewer, but i do see similarities, GO HABS
Submitted by TommyB on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 11:30.
I thought it was 9.
Submitted by Robert L on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 02:02.
Habs Remain The Bruins Dominatrix
http://wwwrealitycheckeyesontheprize.blogspot.com/2008/04/habs-remain-br...
Kostopoulos Warms Up For Playoffs With A Game Of Street Hockey
http://wwwrealitycheckeyesontheprize.blogspot.com/2008/04/kostopoulos-wa...
Submitted by Big Bird on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 01:42.
My few cents from the peanut gallery:
(1) What an atmosphere at the Bell Centre. Talk about the crowd being a 7th man for the team.
(2) Carey Price did seem a little nervous at first but who can blame him? You have the aspirations of entire city/province on your shoulders. He settled down nicely and made the big save (Sturm) when he had to.
(3) There was a firestorm of criticism about Carbonneau playing Brisebois. Seeing how he had 1 assist and was +1 he did pretty well. You have to give him his due even if I prefer Bouillon or O'Byrne.
(4) With Koivu, Bouillon, Grabovski, Stewart and O'Byrne sitting out - we have lots of options and every player knows it. It also allows players to become healthy and not rush them back. Love that kind of depth.
(5) The fact that we can play four lines and Carbo gives guys like Kostopolous time on the penalty kill just allows us to pound the other team. No wonder we don't have many injuries either.
(6) Lucic is a dirty player (just like McLaren, Byers and Linesman before him) for his shot at Komisarek late in the game. As is Metropolit for the shot on Plekanec in the game as well. No worries we have long memories.
(7) 15 left until 25...
Submitted by WindsorHab-10 on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 08:39.
I know it's only one game but judging by what went down last night, I don't trust those damn Bruins and something tells me that they will resort to cheap-shots should they fall behind in the second game. Only thing I'd like to see us improve upon is our PP. One down, three to go.
Submitted by Geezerfan on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 00:42.
Doris Day sang "que sera, sera".
Submitted by cautiousoptimist on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 00:16.
Anybody else get to enjoy the honkfest downtown? And there are still 15 to go! :)
www.flickeringpictures.com - not a hockey site, but still kinda neat
Submitted by GoalieT on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 23:49.
I'm guessing that the line-up would more than likely stay the same. That'd be okay for the most part.
Ultimate Die-Hard Since 1986.
T.
Submitted by HAB-PROFESSOR on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:51.
totally, totally outstanding game for our HABS.
The Bruins were never in it, more of this and we'll take it in four, get some rest because the next series will not be this easy.
of course this is only a game one observation...by no means can we say it will be a sweep...until the end of GAME 3!
I was critical of the Breeze prior to puck drop and I won't change my position. Although he was responsible for the first goal and wasn't guilty of any major errors, It would be beneficial to have Obryne in to gain the experience and use Breeze as a fillin when needed.
Bottom Line, when BOULION is ready (probably next game) then who is going to sit?
it will be Breeze, unless Striet moves back up, then your sitting a forward (Dandy) then Breeze stays...not sure if Carb wants to touch the forward lines right now either...
he'll probably keep resting Boulion...what A PROBLEM TO HAVE!
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1. We will win the CUP
2. The BELL CENTRE should be rebuilt to sit 80,000 fans
3. Beware of the T.R.S.
Submitted by mrstewart61 on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 11:54.
I wonder if Carbo wanted to shield O'Byrne from the first game, with the intensity and crowd, etc., let him experience it from the stands first, then throw him into the second game, or perhaps Sunday in Boston.
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My ultimate dream: Captain Saku Koivu skating around the Bell Centre holding the Stanley Cup.
Submitted by Bill H on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:51.
Just a few random thoughts on the game.
Almost total domination by the Habs. In hits, in speed, in goals, in goaltending, puck control, you name it, we dominated. Well, except for the PP. The Bruins were penalized 8 times. But it looked like Carbo wisely told the guys to run down the clock instead of running up the score at the end of the game. We had no shots on net for 2 minutes at the end during the 5-on-3. Also the 8th penalty was with half a minute left. So you could say that the PP was seriously trying to score on only 5 of the 8 penalties. Good call by Carbo to run down the clock. Anything can happen in the last few minutes. An injury. A fight to lift the spirits of the Bruins. So it was smart not to poke them with a stick and rile them up in the last few minutes. Just send them to the dressing room frustrated and pissed off.
All goals were 5-on-5. And was that a goal for each line? I'm not sure. As others have noted, 3 of our goals were scored by playoff virgins – Kostopoulos and the Kostitsyn brothers. Way to go guys.
Josh Gorges and Mark Streit were the only Canadiens d-men with a +2 for the night. They both played over 18 minutes, but were well short of 22:44 played by Markov and the team high 23:51 played by Hamrlik. All the defense played well. Hamrlik was brutal.
I thought Lapierre played very well. He made a great pass on the Kostopoulos goal. He was skating well, making hits, shooting the puck (a team high 5 shots), being a pain in the ***, and he was really mixing it up in front of the Boston net and causing problems for the goalie. However, he was terrible on face offs, winning just 6 of 16. On the other line, Pleks made up for that by winning 13 of 19.
Brisebois played fairly well. He assisted on the first goal and was a +1 for the night with 2 shots on goal. So Carbo wasn’t so dumb going with experience. O’Byrne will be back with attitude, probably in Boston on Sunday.
Smolinski has been playing well and vindicating BG for picking him up as a UFA last summer. 3 goals in his last 3 games, including an important one tonight that put us up 3-1 early in the second period. He’s also been good on face offs, although tonight he was only 6 for 12. Not so bad either.
A great and entertaining game. I’m looking forward to Saturday.
Submitted by mrstewart61 on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 11:56.
Not really a goal from each line, but a points from players from each line. Higgins line first goal, Pleks 2nd, Smo 3rd, Kosto's on the Smo line but Lapierre got an assist. Overall, balanced scoring. this is what will bring us success, and I must say, the defense (forwards and D) are doing better at cutting down the shots against.
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My ultimate dream: Captain Saku Koivu skating around the Bell Centre holding the Stanley Cup.
Submitted by Big Bird on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 01:25.
Good post Bill. Great observation on Carbonneau not running up the score. That is indeed a sign of maturity on his part. We should grab a game together on the television at some place in Markham maybe? Send me an email.
Submitted by Connecticut Man1 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:49.
It took me three bars to find place that actually was carrying the game in the area... Where I finally found 3 other CT Habs fans fans cheering on Les Boys. I missed the first half of the game, but I cheered like a maniac through the second half!!!
Submitted by Timo (not verified) on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:46.
Just got my wireless working again, god damnit! Ok. My observations after I had time to cool off.
Solid game by the Habs. The start was a dynamite, then the let off just for a bit, but regained their dominance towards the second period and never looked back. You could see Price had jitters in the beginning but was cool cucumber self after a few stops.
Hammer was amazing tonight, especially considering the fact that he had to play with brisbois. (btw, can we now end this sad experiment and put OB back in?) I cannot believe CAlgary just let him walk. He brings so much stability to our defense corps.
Kovi's line was good but I thought that Kovalev was a bit off his game. Too many uncharacteristic turn overs, but none that cause any trouble though. Smoks line looked great and so did Lapierre and Lats.
I think Bruins were a bit surprised by Habs physical game and never really adjusted. I am sure they will try to play hit for hit next game, but its hard to hit when Habs are just killing them with speed.
Anyway... great game, great crowd and lets not drag it beyond next tuesday.
Submitted by Smart Dog on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:44.
Textbook Bruin-beating game! Thomas must go into shock when he plays the habs! The Bruins are too slow. Chara looked tired and defeated (of course by the end of the game he was both)
But keep your stick on the ice - don't get cocky! Focus on game 2.
Go Habs Go!
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Submitted by gohabzzzz on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:30.
Couldn't ask for better!!! the ambiance was electrifying and the habs played really superb, everything you'd hope for was there, the checking, the intensity, the " bousculades"....can't wait until the next game!!! THOMAS THOMAS THOMAS.....CHARA CHARA CHARA CHARA...loved it!!!
keep it going habs and habs fans!
Submitted by Habsgirl (not verified) on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:42.
Even in stopping the Habs powerplay five times tonight, the Bruins couldn't stop the Habs. The Seventh Man (the crowd in the Bell Centre) added momentum to the Habs' game. Those fans are unlike any other fans and are to be commended for their vocal passion. Even Bruin goalie Tim Thomas says though they thought they were ready for the Bell Centre experience tonight, they weren't. The fans deafened them on the ice. The early goal certainly got the Habs off to a flying start to their playoffs against Boston. Keep going Habs! Bring the Cup home to where she belongs...to hallowed ground in 2008.
Submitted by Hoegarden on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:17.
How could Calgary let Hamrlik get away to sign with the Habs. Talk about a real D-man.
Is Markov in charge or what ? Mr. Cool himself I say.
Submitted by tony d on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:43.
as Connie Francis once sang, Che Chara, Chara...
Submitted by Habs_008 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:15.
Im watching the jays game and a ball was hit foul...theres a guy in a hab jersey going for the ball...cant be a real fan I would never miss a hab playoff game for baseball....i would never miss any hab game for baseball.
Submitted by Habsgirl (not verified) on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:46.
Then how did you see him at the game? Baseball means one thing to me. "Oh Dear Lord...extra innings? Not extra innings God?!!"
The tights pants are nice on a lean butt. Other than that, I'm a one-sport girl, a one team girl. I'm just Habsgirl. I keep her simple.
Submitted by Habs_008 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:56.
Ahmen
Submitted by MNaslund26 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:15.
GO HABS GO
AND FUCH THE CBC. RDS ROCKS. PIERRE ET YVON YOU GUYS ARE AMAZING!
GO HABS GO! WHAT A GAME NUMBA ONE!
Submitted by tony d on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:40.
with RDS. there's nothing else!!!!!!!!!!
Go Habs Go
great game...wish I was there!!!!!!!!!!
Submitted by cautiousoptimist on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 00:13.
I have a feeling Carbo told them not to try to hard to score another, which might just piss them off, add insult to injury, and lead Julien to call out the goon squad. We got the win, and we don't want any injuries now.
www.flickeringpictures.com - not a hockey site, but still kinda neat
Submitted by Chuck on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:20.
They weren't out there to score on that 5 on 3. It was all about winding 2 minutes off the clock.
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Submitted by Habs_008 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:06.
My Fellow Greek Tommy GUN a goal and an Assist, his first ever playoff game! WOW what a game, what a win...I cant wait for saturdays game!
Submitted by cautiousoptimist on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 21:57.
15 sur 27!!!!!!
www.flickeringpictures.com - not a hockey site, but still kinda neat
Submitted by habsguy on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 21:55.
GOALIE T...are you kidding me...he played a good game...I'd like to know what you were watching, drink about 10 beers less during the next game cuz you sure missed a TOTAL team effort tonight !!!!
Submitted by GoalieT on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 23:41.
Whoa, whoa, whoa. Take it down a notch. Just so you know, I was on my feet for probably 60% of that game. I by NO way dispute a total team effort, not in the least. I made an obseravation on one play. He looked bad on that one play. If you're disputing that, then you're the one that needs to put a couple back in the case. Plus, 10 beers less for me would have been 10 beers out of my pocket because I unfortunately didn't have any for this game.
Ultimate Die-Hard Since 1986.
T.
Submitted by habsguy on Fri, 04/11/2008 - 08:59.
sorry dude, I just re-read your post and can see you meant "that play"...My apologies about the beer comment as well. I get a little excited with some of the posters here, some of them seem to always have a negitive comment, even in a win...sorry again..
Submitted by habber86 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 21:51.
great game and absolutely love the crowd...wish i coulda been there, and had it not been for admission.com problems maybe i would have!
I wish someone would please inform our dear friend Mr Bob Cole about the type of fans we have in Montreal. A few times now, he comments how astounded he is that Canadiens fans are singing and the game isn't even a sure thing. Someone needs to tell him to watch a soccer game, or any other sport with passionate fans, and that being vocal during the game isn't a sign of arrogance. Habs fans sing out of joy, out of emotion, not because we think it's a guaranteed win. It's not only the last minute when you're allowed to cheer Mr Cole...
Get with the program
Submitted by Wayne on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 21:48.
one...
Submitted by The Teacher on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 21:46.
The Teacher's Report Card
Offence- A
What a game by the 3rd and fourth lines, they brought their enthusiasm and made no mistakes and did their jobs impeccably. Higgins was a beast in the corners and in front of the net. Kovalev's line didn't dominate today but they chipped in a goal and better things are sure to come. Smoke Fire and Brimstone, man oh man.
Defence- A+
Great job by the boys, the Bruins had almost zero quality scoring chances. Komisarek acquitted himself well in his first game back and we got strong performances from all 6 defencemen. Brisebois gets an honourable mention for contributing to the first goal. Collapsing down low and protecting the goalie was at a premium tonight.
Goaltending- A+
After a shaky first 20 minutes where his rebound control was really off, Price shone for the last 40 even if he didn't get many shots. He shut the Bruins down and gave up no rebounds to really make it look easy. Price's stickhandling and ability to give his defencemen the puck where it won't hurt them is awesome.
Coaching- A+
Every move was the right one. I expect Breezer back in on Saturday with O'Byrne in at Boston. Wise move to replace Ryder with Smokey late in the game to keep things simple.
Fans- A-
Great enthusiasm but singing the Goodbye song in the first game of the playoffs? come on, who were we saying goodbye to? a big no no. Wait till the last game of the series for that.
Les Canadiens sont la!
Enjoy the ride
"One face-off, one battle, one shift, one period, one game, one series at a time."
Submitted by ice_queen on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 21:44.
What I loved about tonight's game: a goal from each line. Fabulous!
Submitted by MNaslund26 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 21:39.
BRING ON GAME 2 YA BROON BEASTARDS.
Submitted by GoalieT on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 21:05.
BIG SAVE by Price on that breakaway. One thing though......someone get the lead insoles out of Breeze-by's skates!!! He looked INCREDIBLY slow there!!!
Ultimate Die-Hard Since 1986.
T.
Submitted by RS on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:10.
I thought Breezer recovered pretty well on that breakaway. He dove and pressured Sturm without taking a penalty. Not bad. Hamrlik who had a great game, misplayed the puck in the first place.
Submitted by GoalieT on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 23:45.
I'll give ya that one. I was focusing on the closer pursuit, which would have been Breezer. And I just found it like cheering for the antelope in a race with the cheetah. :)
Ultimate Die-Hard Since 1986.
T.
Submitted by ice_queen on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 21:22.
Dear Habs fans at the Bell Centre,
Would you please refrain from singing "na na na hey hey goodbye" in game 1 of round 1 of the playoffs?
That song is reserved for when the opposing team is ELIMINATED, not losing the 1st game of the series.
Thanks.
Submitted by Habsgirl (not verified) on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:53.
Dear Habs Fans at the Bell Centre,
You are perfect! You are wonderful! You are the best fans in the world!
Sing your hearts out. Sing whatever you want, whenever you feel like it. Drown them out with your noise. Deliver your passion with a vengeance. I only wish I could sing "Na na na na, na na na na, na na na, Good-bye" with you. I'm here, in London, following your lead.
Keep singing! Keep cheering! We're going all the way!!!
Stop fearing! Don't be cautious or superstitious!!!! We've got it!
Na na na na, na na na na, na na na, Good-bye!!!
Submitted by showey47 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:19.
no kidding,i don't like it either. I wish they would also save the ole ole ole thing till the game is actually over.
Submitted by tony d on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 22:41.
yeah they're starting earlier and earlier.....used to be midway throught the 1st...tonight I think they started after the 1st few minutes....gimme a break!
Submitted by Wisdom on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 21:40.
i am sure everyone will get the memo.
way to feel so strongly. great job!
Submitted by RudeMood19 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 19:59.
It's imperative we start the 2nd period well.
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Submitted by Ed on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 19:35.
Sergei Kostitsyn scores 34 seconds in. What is the record for fastest goal by a rookie? Then Andrei Kostitsyn scores at 2:02. There must be some kind of record for fastest 2 goals by brothers in the first game of the playoffs. If not, there should be. Ha!
Submitted by The Teacher on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 20:27.
LMAO, maybe we got another NHL record?
"One face-off, one battle, one shift, one period, one game, one series at a time."
Submitted by GHG33 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 19:33.
2 quick goals by the Kosty brothers... but Bruins got one back. Price looks a little shakey to me.
Drive For 25 Is Alive!
Submitted by LizardKing1967 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 19:06.
OH MY GOD I CANNOT STAND THE SUSPENSE>>>>>START THE GAME ALREADY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Jim-out.
I BELIEVE!
Submitted by Hoegarden on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 18:58.
Just protect Carey and keep those feet moving.
Submitted by C-Dawg on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 18:56.
I'm watching the Bruins pre-show on NESN before turning on Hnic at 7pm.....Rick Middleton just said Habs in 5 as an analyst, but as a fan, he's calling for B's in 6 with the B's winning all 3 in MTL....yeah, OK!!!
He's also calling for Predators over the Rangers in the Finals
Submitted by cautiousoptimist on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 18:15.
I bet depanneur beer sales go through the roof tonight.
www.flickeringpictures.com - not a hockey site, but still kinda neat
Submitted by the real vinnydj on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 15:47.
5-2 Habs
Submitted by Cable Guy on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 14:16.
Here's a good story on P.K. Subban if anyone is interested. I live in Trenton so I've gone to a few Belleville Bulls playoff games and this kid is really good.
http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/juniors/2008/04/10/sabban_bulls/
Submitted by Batalla on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 14:15.
Anybody know what the lineup is tonight? I'm wondering who Ryder is playing with and if Stewart is in or not...
http://habsbros.blogspot.com/2008/04/tip-playoff-beards-can-double-as-co...
Submitted by frank81 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 14:18.
Not sure if a Boston sportswriter is a good source for Montreal's lineup, but here you go: http://www.boston.com/sports/hockey/bruins/extras/bruins_blog/2008/04/mo...
Submitted by cautiousoptimist on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 14:42.
Man, I hope that's wrong - Streit and Brisebois together on D is a scary proposition.
www.flickeringpictures.com - not a hockey site, but still kinda neat
Submitted by HAB-PROFESSOR on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 12:33.
CARB...please take off the ROSE COLORED SUNGLASSES.
BOSTON cannot skate with us,
they don't have the talent we have,
they cannot go into a goaltending duel with us,
ALL THEY HAVE IS GOON TACTICS...LUCIC,STUWART,CHARA,METROPOLIT,REICH,ALBERTS, CHARA....and did I say CHARA?
DO NOT TAKE OBRYNE OUT OF THE LINEUP AND REPLACE WITH BREEZE.
they CANNOT GOON OBRYNE.....they CAN GOON BREEZE..simple...I repeat:
DO NOT TAKE OBRYNE OUT OF THE LINEUP AND REPLACE WITH BREEZE.
DO NOT TAKE OBRYNE OUT OF THE LINEUP AND REPLACE WITH BREEZE.
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1. We will win the CUP
2. The BELL CENTRE should be rebuilt to sit 80,000 fans
3. Beware of the T.R.S.
Submitted by krob1000 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 12:41.
BEEP!!BEEP!! BEEP!!!
That is the sound of the negativity alarm going off. Consider this a warning. If you do not comply and remain positive during this time you run the risk being charged with particlularly heinous offence of Playoff Negativity. This offence is punishable by your posts being constantly responded to with Pro Brisebois replies to the extent of our old friend the Getlaf Lover. lol.
Submitted by HAB-PROFESSOR on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 12:57.
hey, I can understand the mindset that everything is GRAVY from here on...and we should be happy for 1st and not question ANYTHING..or DEBATE ANYTHING.
as well the negative comments, believe me, at this point, they are hard to make....and damn I wish I didn't have to make it, but its my opinion that this decision is a bad one....I believe OBRYNE is a better insert against the BRUINS.
thats the debate...not to be read as a bash on Breeze.
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1. THIS IS WAR
1. We will win the CUP
2. The BELL CENTRE should be rebuilt to sit 80,000 fans
3. Beware of the T.R.S.
Submitted by Habhopeful on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 12:35.
I dont think he heard you, maybe you should speak up a little louder...lol
"If I wanted to hear from an ***, I would fart..."
Submitted by HAB-PROFESSOR on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 12:40.
he does read the internet...
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1. THIS IS WAR
1. We will win the CUP
2. The BELL CENTRE should be rebuilt to sit 80,000 fans
3. Beware of the T.R.S.
Submitted by Wencz on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:53.
Does anybody know of a website that has full length videos of the postgame conferences?
Besides a Habs win, there's nothing I like more than to watch the losing coach fence with reporters after the game. Tortorella and Quinn were two of the most entertaining... Suter was good too.
Submitted by Habhopeful on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:52.
Komisarek in tonight!!!
"If I wanted to hear from an ***, I would fart..."
Submitted by frank81 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:48.
http://www.boston.com/sports/hockey/bruins/extras/bruins_blog/2008/04/mo...
Komisarek and Ryder are available. O'Byrne is out in favour of Brisebois?
Dave, can you confirm Shinzawa's report?
Submitted by HAB-PROFESSOR on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 12:28.
BRISBROIS?????
he should be behind the bench with a suit on like Savard in 93.
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1. We will win the CUP
2. The BELL CENTRE should be rebuilt to sit 80,000 fans
3. Beware of the T.R.S.
Submitted by Habs_008 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:55.
Sounds like Guy is going for experince over Youth.
Submitted by HabsChick on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:53.
That just can't be...
Submitted by the real vinnydj on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:40.
So yesterday morning I'm driving to work with my Habs flag on my car and guess who I see in the car beside me. Pat Quinn. HAHAHA, He looks over at me and nods his head. I think he was on his way to join some of his old friends on the golf course.
Submitted by Habs_008 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:48.
Thats classic bud! haha too funny. I think he is coaching the under 18 tourney that is going to go down.
Submitted by cautiousoptimist on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:39.
"Coach Guy Carbonneau said he gets about 150 people honking their horns at him in a show of support every morning as he drives to the downtown rink."
HAHAHAHA My god I love this city.
www.flickeringpictures.com - not a hockey site, but still kinda neat
Submitted by frank81 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:36.
Heh.
Julien on staying out of the box: "If you're not disciplined, you might as well give them the series."
Submitted by Lurker_Girl on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:31.
While we're waiting for the puck to drop & in between refreshing this page, take a look at this: http://www.nhl.com/nhl/app/?service=page&page=NewsPage&articleid=359586
Can anyone else spot the glaring error? Truly shameful of the NHL. I sent an email to them yesterday asking for a correction...maybe if we all do, they'll actually do something about it.
Submitted by Drive_For_25 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:41.
I've noticed that when I was on their site before and also watching games on satelite some of the american anouncers refuse to acknowledge our 24 cups and will say 23. Don't know what their problem is, just very jealous I take it and will do anything to knock us down a peg! Being a life-long habs fan I've learned to accept that we will not get any credit from most sources so f**k 'em, we don't need them to tell us something we already know.
GO HABS GO!!!!!!!!!!!
Submitted by krob1000 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:39.
LOL I think it is a funny mistake.......we have won so many Cups even the NHL can't keep track.
Submitted by Habs_008 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:39.
They have 23 Cups because the first one we won was before the NHL was put together...The NHL only counts the cups that were won during NHL play...
Submitted by wd40 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 12:02.
if it's not an error, they are not consistent. the Montreal Canadiens are listed 24 times as Stanley Cup Champs on this NHL site: http://www.nhl.com/cup/champs.html
Submitted by krob1000 on Thu, 04/10/2008 - 11:41.
So.....we've been winning Cups since the days before the NHL was the NHL. No matter how you look at it we rock.
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