FinWing

I don't, I seriously doubt his chances over anyone since the other kids have done well and experienced guys probably won't be dropped. I'm just saying it's interesting that Babs calls him a playoff guy but that probably doesn't mean jack.

I think needless rotation would only hurt our chances.

Babs: "That's a playoff guy for me." Makes for an interesting competition, although it's hard to believe he'll get to play after missing the majority of the season, whereas Huds and Flip have impressed. Good to see him retained nonetheless, he's a big body and is willing to use it.

Yeah, I personally don't know enough of what's going on between them so I'll rather leave it at that. I didn't mean to turn this thread into an Oilers debate, I apologise for the needless bashing. As to the Avs-Flames question, I'd love to see the Avs as our 1st round opponent. Maybe some of that old fire between us could be brought back. Not to mention they're probably easier to beat. Of course, marginals are so small right now that our 1st opponent is basically a toss-up between Vancouver, Dallas, San Jose, Minnesota, Calgary and Colorado.

They weren't even going to the playoffs with Smyth still on the team. And to me, trading away your captain and the heart and soul of your team is not quite the recipe for constant success. What could have been such a big problem with his contract negotiations? You keep hold of those kind of guys no matter what. Pronger I admit but they got a decent return for him.

Gee! First place only one point away, not too shabby. Washington totally blindsided me by winning BOTH damn games and they weren't even close ones. Congrats JackRabbit!

Gotta give the Avs some credit, they're still very much in the battle, 8-1-1 in their last ten. Flames haven't been getting results and are feeling the heat. Don't be so hard on them, they DO have one whole point out of their last ten games. But yeah, they're embarrassing right now. I can't believe they actually got into the finals last year.

Exactly, that's what great teams do. Of course Z is a vital player for us but if we can't overcome the loss of one key player we ain't Cup worthy anyway.

Man, what's gotten into Washington? Second straight lopsided victory this weekend.

If it's any consolation, you've posted over 1000 messages on this forum!

Optimism is a virtue. Whatever the case, beware if you're single when I get there!

I would never discriminate people by their age. (Yet of course within certain limits I would ) No damage done, you're not even 30 yet!

An even bigger sorry, triple post.

Sorry, double post.

Just when I thought things couldn't get any better.

Unfortunately, western Canada pretty much equals poison.

I can't help but feel partly responsible for our deficit because I picked Van to win this game. Sorry guys!

Where did you live again? I'm checking the flights already. I might be born in Finland but I'm an American at heart.

I think you're being too harsh on your doggie.

Fair enough, the respect for nostalgia is never beyond me.

No need to ask twice baby!

Seriously, I don't think I could do any worse as a jersey/logo designer.

Weirdly enough, I'd love Stastny to win it. It's easier to love the underdog, I guess.

Then there are two of us.

I deeply hope you're being sarcastic.