The Greek

You know what, axe? You're alright.

But.... It just hurts so bad.

It's times like these that I question the logic of being a fan. The disappointments seem to far outweigh the good times. I don't mean this as an indictment on the wings, just sports fandom in general. I'm only rooting for the Harlem globetrotters from now on.

Embarrassing

Howard, wtf Nvm, kronwall wtf

He's been on the ice for 16 goals during these playoffs. This thread may be laughable to you, but smith's playing time should seriously be reassessed. I really wish we had lashoff at our disposal.

Word, I couldn't have said it better myself.

Is there any way to watch on dish network. Unfortunately, It's all we have at my work.

I dont think it had anything to do with making people feel better. He was making a good point, smith has been pretty bad with the exception of his goal today. To be critical of someone does not equate to wanting him gone.

They're not that drunk!!!!

That's awesome

LGW is running out of people to hate.

I agree, clearly showed exactly how to not handle that situation. Smith was equally brutal on that play.

Oh my god...

f***in' A

That sure goes down smooth.

I don't get all the kesler love. It seems like he makes an ass of himself every time we play the 'nucks. I remember him saying something to the tune of kronwall should have to fight if he's going to be throwing big hits. Keep in mind, he even said that the hit wasn't dirty, but kronwall should answer for it anyway. Plus, kesler said he was an avalanche fan, living in livonia. We all remember those kids from school, they were little d-bags.

Just because a guy is young should not mean he is above reporoach. Everyone in the organization was saying that smith belonged in the NHL while he was in the AHL. For an offensive defenseman, he has provided no offense while also being a liability on defense. His shortcomings look even worse when you see an undrafted kid like Dekeyser step into his role (although a different role than smith) and instantly make a difference. I am not saying that smith is terrible or that I don't like him. I think he'll be on one of our top pairings in the next year or two. However, he has not earned the right to play in the next game. It is understadable that a young defenseman will make mistakes, but we can't afford mistakes in a game 7. I really don't like white, but i feel he provides more defense than smith right now.

I can't say I disagree. I've been really sour on white, but smith has been downright disappointing. I'm also really upset with Quincey. I think it was lazy and gutless of him to attempt to draw a penalty instead of taking the initiative by trying to make a play. Who are the black aces that are available? Huskins would be nice to have.

I'm not crazy about this. I feel that the size disparity is greater between the largest and smallest 13 year olds than the largest and smallest 11 year olds.

Thank you. I am so sick of seeing this quote used ironically.

Thank you. I am so sick of seeing this quote used ironically.

Doesn't it feel good to feel good? There's been so much negativity around here. Let's just enjoy this wild ride that is the playoffs.

Hells yeah

That's a well reasoned response.