Robinson hangs up his tie
posted by Mike Boone at 12h22 EST on Jul 23
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Submitted by RetroMikey on Thu, 07/24/2008 - 07:43.
7 days until D-Day (Decision day for Mats)
Will you be disappointed??
"We will win the Cup only with Carey Price in the nets"
Submitted by Habtroll on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:56.
GRR....This thread Is about one of the greatest D' s of all time and all of you are doing B.S. trivia?. Larry should come back to the Habs as coach, Carbo can try and teach the Habs penalty killing, his only specialty. I do love Carbo. That's not a knock, I would just rather see Larry as coach.....silly me I forgot, he doesn't speak french, darn. Stupid politics.
GRRR....Habs Rule.....sometimes suck. GRRRRR...here's why...
Submitted by 1010 on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 22:57.
With all due respect to #19 there is no way that a man who couldn't handle the pressure in Jersey could come home to Montreal and survive even one full season behind the bench. And no one knows that better than Mr. Robinson himself. Do you really think that the reason he's not back in Montreal is because of politics? I don't know if that would keep Gainey from hiring him if he was healthy enough mentally to give it a go but that is pure speculation because Larry wouldn't even consider the job at this point in his life.
GO HABS.
Submitted by D Alcorn on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:13.
Earlier today there was a comment alluding to Robinson coming to Montreal as defensive coach. Sweet idea, altho it is a stretch to conceive that, with coaching accomplishments that include having his name engraved on the Cup, the idea of playing the role of assistant to Carbonneau who, while equally accomplished as a player, is still looking inside from behind bench ... unless, of course, the Centennial season concept is enough to work some kind of magic.
Which brings us back to the old (and getting older) Sundin-in-Montreal saga. I must admit that, when talk of this was first being floated, it held zero appeal for me because of my aversion to the extent of blue & white that is stamped on his @$$. This said, he does possess a couple of redeeming factors from where I sit :
1- his dream team as a kid, reportedly, was the Habs, and
2- he undoubtedly has the ability to make the team that much stronger, in even-strength play, on the power play, in shootouts, yadda yadda ...
Another astute observation today, in my view, is that BG has adopted the correct stance in giving this guy space to arrive at his decision. Between the CH, Laffs and Canuckle heads, the choice is a no-brainer in my humble opinion but, then again, I do not pretend to be objective in such matters.
Hasta luego !
Always Habs -
Dave Mex
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:16.
Canuckle heads.... Brilliant
Submitted by Jim M on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:01.
At the risk of offending JB again, here's another one.
An NHL team used to sit out the full two minute minor penalty regardless of how many goals were scored against it.
This was changed in the mid 1950's because the Habs used to score multiple goals during the two minutes. With the new rule a goal now cancelled the penalty.
Who scored the first goal after this rule was changed?
Submitted by Jim M on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:38.
The answer is Henri Richard in an all-star game in 1956. The all-star was played before the regular season back then between the Stanley Cup winner and the all-star team.
Submitted by Ed on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:42.
I would like to know who scored the first PP goal in a regular season game, after the rule change. I don't know.
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:41.
AHHH back to the trickery.... See I like that...
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:42.
Return question. How many power play goals were scored that season. Was it more or less than the previous season. AND FOR BONUS POINTS what was the Power Play difference for the Habs that year?
Submitted by Jim M on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 19:26.
JB
There were more PP goals, but I don't get the bonus points. I'd guess it was more though.
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:27.
Doesn't look like anyone else wants to guess. I'm assuming I'm wrong...
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:13.
My best guess, JEAN BELIVEAU, fitting if im right...
Submitted by Jim M on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:16.
JB
How many guesses do you want?
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:33.
The Rocket???? whats the answer, no one else is in...
Submitted by The Teacher on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:27.
I guess he wanted 3.
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:21.
Gordie Howe, or Ted Lindsay. After this i give up
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:05.
OK JIM, now you got it, GREAT QUESTION... This is interesting...
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:43.
What is the number of Most goals in a game by the Habs???
Submitted by Jim M on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:48.
16
Submitted by Ian Cobb on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:55.
Gee Jim I don't remember that #. Who against and when do you know?
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:04.
16 is correct march 3rd 1920, same season Newsy Lalonde scored 6 goals in a game. Don't know vs who...
Submitted by Jim M on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:03.
Ian
I hope you don't remember it. It happened way before our time. I can't remember against what team but it happened in the 20's or 30's.
Submitted by Chuck on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:19.
Montreal beat the Quebec Bulldogs on March 3, 1920, in Quebec, by a score of 16-3.
The 16 goals are also the NHL record.
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Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:51.
Kidding about the puking, i thought it would make your glory all the better...
Submitted by Jim M on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 18:06.
JB
It did! :)
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:50.
The fact that you got it makes me wanna PUKE.... Good answer...
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:26.
This one's easy!
Name three Habs players that represented a father in law/son in law/grandson?
Submitted by The Teacher on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:31.
Howie Morenz
Boom Boom Geofrrion, and.......
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:32.
You got'er. I'm outta here now. Good evening folks, it's been a treat! :)
Submitted by twocents on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:32.
Danny
Submitted by The Teacher on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:32.
Oh...he did play for the Habs at one time did he not?
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by Ian G Cobb on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:25.
Ok . I have one for you . I posted below a list of Goaltenders.
Which of these goaltenders listed below did not win a Stanly Cup for the Habs.???
Submitted by Ed on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:30.
Jose Theodore.
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:27.
Brian Hayward, Wilf Cude, Jose Theodore, Andre Racicot...
Submitted by Ian G Cobb on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:29.
From the list below Robert.
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:31.
Just thought I'd name off the first four who came to mind figuring I'd have a half a shot at it!
Submitted by The Teacher on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:30.
Theodore, duuh.
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:27.
Jose Theodore
Submitted by ebk on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:19.
My Contribution to the Trivia session
name the 2 players who won the Calder trophy but played their first games with a different team.
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:23.
Danny Grant and Tony Esposito, both with the Habs!
Sam Pollock was a fool. :)
Submitted by Ian G Cobb on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:35.
Robert! what is this nonsense about Sam a fool.?
Submitted by The Teacher on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:29.
Sam Pollock was an idiot. Look at those two horrible trades he made. Argghh arghhh.
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by Ian G Cobb on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:33.
Hey Teach-- You got my attention when you call the most fantastic hockey mind ever in the world an idiot. Must be something I'm missing, I'm sure you did not mean that.
Submitted by The Teacher on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:40.
I'm being very sarcastic Ian, in posting the same type of verbal diarrhea as everyone's favourite poster does :)
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by Ian G Cobb on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:44.
OH.!
Submitted by Ed on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:26.
In 1969 & 1970 too. The Habs must have had a lot of depth in those days.
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:28.
There had more depth than Rita McNeil!
Submitted by The Teacher on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:29.
RobertL, based on your continued attacks on poor Ms. McNeil, is it safe to assume you had a traumatic experience with her in your youth?
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:31.
In my pool!
Submitted by ebk on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:25.
we have a winner
Submitted by Komi For Captain on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:14.
OMG! Not really news at all: http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=244197 (Sundin to decide future on Aug 1)
Submitted by The Teacher on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:15.
SUNDIN SIGNED, SUNDIN SIGNED.
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:21.
Nevermind!
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:18.
His Bill at the HOTEL????
Submitted by twocents on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:09.
Here is one that is based on memory and I don't think can be verified on the web. So if you trust my memory... I am sure that others will be able to back this answer up.
Which Canadiens player, who played on the 4 consecutive Stanley Cup teams of the 70's, played both defense and wing positions?
I won't say what he was listed as on the roster. As a 10 year old I thought this versatility was very impressive.
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:14.
Chartraw.
Submitted by twocents on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:16.
See below...we have a winner....
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:18.
I recall that Bowman, in games again the Bruins and Flyers would sometimes dress 8 defense and play Butch and Chartraw up on the wings to keep things calm.
Submitted by twocents on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:20.
Yeah, handy guys to have around. If Dandy could drop the gloves he'd be more secure in his spot too.
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:21.
Now that would be a frightful sight!
Submitted by twocents on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:25.
lol
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:13.
Well i wasnt born, so i have to guess based on stories and educated guess'... BOB GAINEY???
Submitted by The Teacher on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:13.
I'm too young for this shit.
J.C. Tremblay? Pronovost or Provost?
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:14.
Pierre Bouchard and Jim Roberts didn't play on all four, but Rick Chartraw did. Hmmmm!
Submitted by The Teacher on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:14.
AHAHAHA, changed your answer :P
Laraque will make them Pay the Price!
Submitted by Robert L on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:17.
Yeah, I read it back and went..."wait a minute....that wasn't what I was thinking".
Submitted by twocents on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:15.
Actually Robert, Chartraw played on all 4 and that's who I was looking for.
I knew that one wouldn't be a stumper.
PS nice edit
Submitted by Ian G Cobb on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 17:03.
You know, I smile when I read about Cary Price and how he is going to win the cup for us. People forget just what it takes game in and game out to preform up to the standards of this club playing in the NHL. He is going to be a good goaler in this league, but he has a great deal to prove yet at this level. He has had a wonderful minor and junior career. He backed up the great bulldog team to the cup in the AHL two years ago. But this league is the big time and he has a powerful lot of seasoning to go through.
So good luck to you Carey work hard and maintain your focus. You have some large shoes to fill, since I've been watching this hockey club.
Gerry McNeil, Jacque Plant, Charlie Hodge, Gump Worsley, Rogie Vachon, Ken Dryden, Patrick Roy, And Jose Theodore,
To name the ones that brought me out of my seat every night.
Submitted by joeybarrie on Wed, 07/23/2008 - 16:54.
Like i said, PRETTY STUPID ANSWER. Trivia Questions have some sort in interesting fact in them. That was completely useless Jim. I hope your smiling...
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