Regarding Thornton JR said: "He can't pick his spots. For him to be known as one of the greatest players in the world from now on, he's got to bring that ... He makes a lot of money to bring that intensity. You can't rely on just his eyes and his know-how all the time."
I hate hate hate hate hate the Versus announcers. They're terrible. If the NHL ever wants to get more popular in the US, they need to get a television deal with something other than a 3rd rate network.
I also think we're looking at a 3-2 game. It isn't going to be an easy 3-2, either.
Big Joe absolutely NEEDS to come out big and lead this team. The entire top line does of course, but I'm going to go ahead and put a lot of pressure on Thornton. He needs to prove he isn't a curse.
Ryan said something that I agree with, and what I think pretty much sums up why we've been losing -- the Sharks aren't consistently dictating the pattern of play. They're coming out and adjusting to the Ducks, and they're losing. When they play their hockey game, the Ducks aren't able to adjust.
The game will be decided in the first 10 minutes of play. We'll know at that point which sharks team showed up to play tonight.
I actually think it's going to happen a lot faster than that. You'll know in minute one. From hit number one.
McClellan did make a going point calling out Pavelski's line - one goal in the playoffs after 70 in the regular season.
Regardless of the stats my emotions tell me Big Joe, Patty and Seto are going to have to carry the brunt of the weight with Joe having to step up more than anyone else.
Our second line needs to show up too. They have one scoring line and so do we, at least only one so far. Michalek and Pavelski and Clowe need to get to the net and win the battles in the corners like they did all season long.
Though the top guys have to lead it still takes all 20 guys to make it happen (yes, I know that includes a dressed backup goalie, thank you very much).
Once again Hiller has a lucky play. Disagree if you want, but he had very little idea where that puck was. Luck has been a very lopsided thing in this series.
You can't throw elbows. All The Sharks have to do is keep pressure on and Anaheim will constantly take bad penalties. It's been proven time and time again.
The execution into the zone was bad, but overall I wouldn't call it horrible. There were some chances and they put pressure when they finally gain the zone. That's a key thing.
Overall I'm happy with the first 20 minutes. The intensity is there. The desperation is almost palpable. A few mistakes, but I don't expect a perfect game.
My 'key' to period 2: Play it like period 3
What I mean is to come out like this is the last period of hockey that matters. Keep that desperation and intensity. Don't let Anaheim flip the switch. This is San Jose's game and they need to continue to dictate the play.
4 on 3 is near impossible to defend. It's a matter of odds and they weren't in San Jose's favor on that one. Shark it off, come into two with grit and keep playing Sharks hockey. That's it.
As long as they keep up the momentum, the sharks will out skate the ducks and get them to take stupid penalties. I have noticed the Ducks start falling short when they see the sharks keep the momentum going.
That Niedermayer penalty actually bums me out. I consider him to be the classiest the Ducks have. When even those kinds of players are taking bad penalties you know San Jose is in their kitchen and spinning the dials.
I'd like to see the Ducks do a flying V, if only to remind everyone of why the team was created, or at least what they are most associated with in popular culture
I'm really happy with how Torrey is playing considering he's been out all season. He's had some good opportunities. Bringing a ton of energy, which makes sense because he seems raring to go after watching all season. Mitchell is the kind of kid that can be relied on to bring that energy and he's doing just that.
I love that JR called Thornton out. That's what we need. Step up or get out, basically.
ReplyDeleteI missed this. What happened?
ReplyDeleteLet me just say how happy I am to be back in the Bay Area where we have some real talent announcing the game.
ReplyDeleteRegarding Thornton JR said:
ReplyDelete"He can't pick his spots. For him to be known as one of the greatest players in the world from now on, he's got to bring that ... He makes a lot of money to bring that intensity. You can't rely on just his eyes and his know-how all the time."
I hate hate hate hate hate the Versus announcers. They're terrible. If the NHL ever wants to get more popular in the US, they need to get a television deal with something other than a 3rd rate network.
ReplyDeleteRead the Working the Corners blog on the San Jose merc's website.
ReplyDeletePredict the score -- I'm on record with a 3-2 Sharks win.
ReplyDeleteThe VS announcers do suck ass. The NBC announcers are decent.
ReplyDelete4-2 Sharks
ReplyDeleteI also think we're looking at a 3-2 game. It isn't going to be an easy 3-2, either.
ReplyDeleteBig Joe absolutely NEEDS to come out big and lead this team. The entire top line does of course, but I'm going to go ahead and put a lot of pressure on Thornton. He needs to prove he isn't a curse.
Ryan said something that I agree with, and what I think pretty much sums up why we've been losing -- the Sharks aren't consistently dictating the pattern of play. They're coming out and adjusting to the Ducks, and they're losing. When they play their hockey game, the Ducks aren't able to adjust.
ReplyDeleteThe game will be decided in the first 10 minutes of play. We'll know at that point which sharks team showed up to play tonight.
4-0 sharks.. btw Barry you write like a lawyer even on your blog.. you dork
ReplyDeleteWe need to dictate the pace of play and especialy not allow them to dictate our entry on the power play.
ReplyDeleteHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAH!!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI actually think it's going to happen a lot faster than that. You'll know in minute one. From hit number one.
ReplyDeleteMcClellan did make a going point calling out Pavelski's line - one goal in the playoffs after 70 in the regular season.
Regardless of the stats my emotions tell me Big Joe, Patty and Seto are going to have to carry the brunt of the weight with Joe having to step up more than anyone else.
............ score one for Katie.
ReplyDeleteOur second line needs to show up too. They have one scoring line and so do we, at least only one so far. Michalek and Pavelski and Clowe need to get to the net and win the battles in the corners like they did all season long.
ReplyDeleteKev, see my comment above.
ReplyDeleteThough the top guys have to lead it still takes all 20 guys to make it happen (yes, I know that includes a dressed backup goalie, thank you very much).
I think that for the first time in the last couple years there's finally enough leadership in the lockeroom for the sharks to win the series.
ReplyDeleteWe get a goal from one of those three tonight and we win this game.
ReplyDeleteI am so excited right now. So good to see Randy and Drew again.
ReplyDeleteI'd like to go on record to say that if San Jose pulls this out I'll grow a mustache. You heard it here first.
ReplyDeletehas the game started yet? Versus is showing the Chicago game right now.
ReplyDeleteNot yet. Im holding you to that Ryan.
ReplyDeleteGiants up 3-0 top 2 right now.
ReplyDeleteGotta love this!!!!
ReplyDeleteAmazing start!!!
ReplyDeleteWe're in. Big Joe right off the face-off tells Getzlaf how it is. That is exactly what we need. Now we take that all the way.
ReplyDeletePower play. This is clutch.
ReplyDeleteCheap shot. What a douchebag.
ReplyDeleteThis just proves that The Ducks can be forced into bad play. They get backed up a bit and they start playing badly and taking big penalties.
ReplyDeleteThis will show how the PP is going to develop all night. Gonna be an exciting game.
Versus isn't broadcasting the game until the end of the Chicago game.....I'm going to murder somebody
ReplyDeleteAwful.
ReplyDeleteThat was a terrible forecheck. That isn't going to get us anywhere.
ReplyDeleteOnce again Hiller has a lucky play. Disagree if you want, but he had very little idea where that puck was. Luck has been a very lopsided thing in this series.
ReplyDeleteThat was a lucky stop. Unbelieveable.
ReplyDeleteI'm going to murder somebody soon.......
ReplyDeleteJuicy rebound to no one.
ReplyDeleteYou can't throw elbows. All The Sharks have to do is keep pressure on and Anaheim will constantly take bad penalties. It's been proven time and time again.
ReplyDeleteAnother cheap shot. We have to make them pay for those.
ReplyDeleteGiants sill up 3-0 top third now.
ReplyDeleteAnother bad power play.
ReplyDeleteThe execution into the zone was bad, but overall I wouldn't call it horrible. There were some chances and they put pressure when they finally gain the zone. That's a key thing.
ReplyDeletethank god, I found it.....my girlfriend has no idea how close she was to dying.
ReplyDeleteand I get to see it on CSN instead!
ReplyDeleteWhere so I can tell Marc?
ReplyDeleteAs I keep saying, keep pressure on and Anaheim will play like Neanderthals and keep taking penalties.
ReplyDeleteyou wouldn't kill me.. you'd have to deal with the wrath of my mom and we both know you don't want to do that..
ReplyDeleteI want to hang myself having to listen to Douchebag Hayward.
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ReplyDeleteHell yes!
ReplyDeleteMichalek!!!!!!!
ReplyDeletethat was my ear Barry
ReplyDeleteThat right there is what it takes. Be ready for the rebounds in front of the net.
ReplyDeleteSecond line gets called out and puts one in. Here we go, baby.
I love your little Sharks just scored dance.. so cute
ReplyDeleteThey are reverting to the good old goonish Duck hockey.
ReplyDeleteI need to see that.
ReplyDeleteShe's full of it. There was no dance. There was a whole lot of screaming.
ReplyDeleteBy the way... Hi, Kas.
ReplyDeleteThis game is just going to get better and better. Mark my words.
Bad call.
ReplyDeletethey gave the extra penalty to Boyle! That's absurd!
ReplyDeleteI dont believe you Barry.
ReplyDeleteHow is San Jose a man down after all that? What a horrid call. Once again Anaheim has the advantage when it comes to this series and 'even up' calls.
ReplyDeleteSweet.....
ReplyDeleteAnd it evens out.
ReplyDeleteNot to mention the no-calls too Ryan.
ReplyDeletewe can't keep giving away pucks!
ReplyDeleteBut... but... Barry... that's Sharks Hockey! Awful.
ReplyDeleteWeaksauce.
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ReplyDeleteof course
ReplyDeleteThis is absolutely going to be a battle. That goal just proves it.
ReplyDeleteDamnit! Effing Sharks.
ReplyDeleteKevin, watch your language please.
ReplyDeleteLame....
ReplyDeleteHi, Chris. Welcome aboard newly 21 man.
ReplyDeletelame is right. the worst thing is it came because of a makeup call
ReplyDeletefINALLY A GOOD CLEAR.
ReplyDeleteI dont think I should have eaten before this game.
ReplyDeleteducks can't even sell out.....what tools
ReplyDeleteahhhhhhh
ReplyDeleteNice move by Joe.
ReplyDeleteThanks I am enjoying the blog.
ReplyDeleteNot much of Murray or Lukowich so far.
ReplyDeletewe're actually entering the zone with some speed
ReplyDeleteThat was a solid, solid shift.
ReplyDeleteSharks 1
ReplyDeleteOfficials 1
Ducks 0
Sharks are battling hard down in the Ducks zone.
ReplyDeleteI almost spit my beer all over Sarah's laptop. Thanks Barry.
ReplyDeletePhew.
ReplyDeletefor those who haven't been watching the Versus broadcasts of these games, Perry is pretty much the greatest player to ever put on skates.
ReplyDeleteJust so you know
I need to take a walk around the block now.
ReplyDeleteThat was close.
ReplyDeleteOverall I'm happy with the first 20 minutes. The intensity is there. The desperation is almost palpable. A few mistakes, but I don't expect a perfect game.
My 'key' to period 2:
Play it like period 3
What I mean is to come out like this is the last period of hockey that matters. Keep that desperation and intensity. Don't let Anaheim flip the switch. This is San Jose's game and they need to continue to dictate the play.
what's the giants score?
ReplyDeleteIs it just me or did the first period go by really fast?
ReplyDeletepoor timing on my post, FYI --- but I think the sharks look good. The 4 on 3 goal was unfortunate, but I don't think anyone expected a shutout.
ReplyDeleteI thought so too Katie but was thinking the wine was just kickin in.
ReplyDelete4 on 3 is near impossible to defend. It's a matter of odds and they weren't in San Jose's favor on that one. Shark it off, come into two with grit and keep playing Sharks hockey. That's it.
ReplyDeleteI'm waiting for the Sharks offense to come alive. I feel like we're due.....
ReplyDeleteAs long as they keep up the momentum, the sharks will out skate the ducks and get them to take stupid penalties. I have noticed the Ducks start falling short when they see the sharks keep the momentum going.
ReplyDeleteThat Niedermayer penalty actually bums me out. I consider him to be the classiest the Ducks have. When even those kinds of players are taking bad penalties you know San Jose is in their kitchen and spinning the dials.
ReplyDeleteKevin, did your brother find the game?
ReplyDelete.......these go to 11
ReplyDeleteWell, the Niedermayer's as a family at any rate.
ReplyDeletethat elbow to Chechoo was awful.
ReplyDeleteThis MLB commercial is hilarious. Dustin rules.
ReplyDeleteDucks are just showing their frustration. D-bag Hayward thinks the ducks played a Fantastic period.
ReplyDeleteis that how JR hurt his shoulder? Shooting that commercial?
ReplyDeleteD-bag Hayward?
ReplyDeleteHe's Anaheim's announcer, IIRC.
ReplyDeleteI'd like to see the Ducks do a flying V, if only to remind everyone of why the team was created, or at least what they are most associated with in popular culture
ReplyDeleteFunny Duck fact - their first year (keep in mind they were Disney owned) they were the fightingest team in the league.
ReplyDeleteI always get a kick out of that.
Good play by Boyle.
ReplyDeleteLets see a good second now.
ReplyDeleteGrier thought it was in.
ReplyDeletegood shift
ReplyDeleteDisney also told them to knock it off cuz it was bad for disneys image.
ReplyDeleteI'd say great shift. We need those consistently.
ReplyDeleteYes they did, Kevin. Which actually makes it funnier.
ReplyDeleteYes. And it was an awesome shift.
ReplyDeleteThat was offside. yes another non-call.
ReplyDeleteWhat do you think of all the playing time Torrey is logging?
ReplyDeleteHow is that not a penalty?
ReplyDeleteNabby should have headbutted Parros in the back of the head.
ReplyDeleteHe is playing very well. We need minutes from guys like him so Joe can get two shifts of rest every time he goes to the bench.
ReplyDelete3-0 Giants top 6. Barry is in the booth with Kruk and Kuip.
ReplyDeleteI'm really happy with how Torrey is playing considering he's been out all season. He's had some good opportunities. Bringing a ton of energy, which makes sense because he seems raring to go after watching all season. Mitchell is the kind of kid that can be relied on to bring that energy and he's doing just that.
ReplyDeleteHe should have.
ReplyDeleteNo icing at all tonight I guess.
ReplyDeleteI'm really not sure why that was waved off.
ReplyDeletehahahahahahahahaha
ReplyDeleteI'd love to see Moen get a goal.
ReplyDeleteJoe trucked that linesman
ReplyDeleteThat was out too.
ReplyDeleteHow was that not out?
ReplyDeleteNabby with some huge saves.
that was out!
ReplyDeleteAnd another no call on the interference on the dump in.
ReplyDeleteWoot! Nabby must have eaten his wheaties today!
ReplyDeleteMarc found it. Thanks Barry.
ReplyDeleteThere hasn't been a good scrum this period. Ducks have a lot of speed. Sharks are starting to look lethargic. That is not a good sign.
ReplyDeleteAbout time they called interference. That is a Ducks specialty.
ReplyDeleteFinally a call.
ReplyDeletethey almost missed it too
ReplyDeleteHiller looks like he got beat up a lot in high school
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Those giveaways have GOT to stop.
ReplyDeletethat's crap
ReplyDeleteThat was not good.
ReplyDelete*crying*
ReplyDeleteIt's ok. Head up, keep playing with pressure and San Jose can get back in this. If they even think about a loss it's over.
ReplyDeletethis is not a good situation
ReplyDeleteWhy exactly is San Jose dumping and not chasing?
ReplyDeleteIts over.
ReplyDeleteKevin...not over yet!
ReplyDeleteYup...
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely no pressure. No energy. No nothing. One goal lead to another. San Jose has a nasty habit of sagging after one given up.
I also don't agree that it's over. You aren't out. Ever. Just find a way to get back in.
ReplyDeleteSan Jose can NOT leave anything in the tank.
ReplyDeletethey can do this
ReplyDeleteThey have to get one here in the second.
ReplyDeleteSharks need the intermission to gather themselves.
ReplyDeletewe need a break
ReplyDeleteThere is a massive speed differential right now. Loose puck races.
ReplyDeleteWeird, Drew just said the same thing. Heh.
and now I get to watch it on TV
ReplyDeleteJR, thats not nice!
ReplyDeletePlease tell me that I'm not the only one that thinks Hiller's head-on-ice trick is ridiculous.
ReplyDeleteNabokov hasn't stepped up.
ReplyDeleteBoyle with a huge hit. Too bad its going to cost us.
ReplyDeletewhat crap
ReplyDeletePavelski is going good!
ReplyDeleteThis better come out in our favor. Awesome fight.
ReplyDeleteNice fist to face!
ReplyDeleteLittle Joe coming up huge at the end.
ReplyDeleteOr at least even.
ReplyDelete4 - 3 sharks
ReplyDeleteShots on goal 16 to 8......not good. They need to step it up next period.
ReplyDeleteI give that fight to Joe. And that isn't me just being a homer, I promise.
ReplyDeleteDodgers, Barry =(
ReplyDeleteAre we going to start a man down?
ReplyDeleteI'd analyze the last period but I think it's pretty obvious what happened.
ReplyDeleteSo far Ryan Whitney is the only player with a penalty. I'm watching the box.
ReplyDeletePavs has to get one. And they called Boyle before the period was over.
ReplyDeleteGetzlaf 2 min roughing
ReplyDeleteBoyle 2 min boarding
Boyle 2 min roughing
Whitney 5 min fighting
Pavelski 5 min fighting
San Jose will be a man down, yes.
hell.....not the way to get started in the third
ReplyDeleteBoyle got 4, Pavs got 3. Whitney got 5 and Getzlaf got 2.
ReplyDeleteHow would Pavelski get 3? What are you reading?
ReplyDeleteShould say 5.
ReplyDeleteRECOUNT!
ReplyDeleteFreaking Dodgers. I really wish SoCal along with all its sports teams would disappear off the face of the earth.
ReplyDeleteAGREED!!
ReplyDeleteEasy, guy. My family is down there.
ReplyDeleteIncluding the Rams even though they no longer are in SoCal.
ReplyDeleteWell they should get ample warning time. But only your friends and family.
ReplyDeleteIts majic time. Ryan knows what I mean.
ReplyDeletewe need a big play immediately
ReplyDeleteAlright. Here it goes. Nothing that San Jose hasn't faced before.
ReplyDeleteI think it's sad that the ducks can't sell out a playoff game.
ReplyDeleteVery sad.
ReplyDeleteJumbo and Marleau need to put the team on their back. The crowd is strangely absent though.....
ReplyDeleteDucks came back from 2 down, why not us?
ReplyDeleteWe should get the benefit of that. but we wont.
ReplyDelete