stevie for president 42 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 Ovechkin with 2 goals so far on the night is 2 shy from 100 of his career. I was just letting everyone know. That's impressive to have 100 goals in your first 2 seasons. it probably hasnt been done since selanne, if he even did it, i assume he did from his rookie totals. Im just too lazy to research it. oh well, talk amongst yourself. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 His celebration for his 100th will be no different than any other goal. He'll jump around a few times, smack the boards, do the hand thing, and a couple of other overacting celebrations. Yet, he is still a very good player that I like a lot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
stevie for president 42 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 i hear you. thats why i love players like yzerman, barry sanders, and ladanian tomlinson. He is about to score his 100th goal and he acts like its his first. But still, he is one of the most exciting athletes in america. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockey13Playa 240 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 I did like Ovechkin, but now as far as young talent, I am liking Crosby more and more, and I think I like him a little better then Ovechkin, but both are amazing hockey players, and I can't wait to see them progress at their game. As far as the fastest rookie to reach the 100 goal mark, it is infact Teemu Selanne. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heroes of Hockeytown 694 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 Two games and a period left to score two if he wants 100 goals in his first two seasons. Lots of guys have come close (Robitaille, Bure, Lemieux are just a couple I've checked out) but so far the only two I can find are Selanne and obviously Gretzky. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YzermanForever 0 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 (edited) Just checked the stats, Teemu had 101 goals in his first 2 NHL seasons. Kind of funny that it was that close. (granted he only played 51 games in year 2) http://www.nhl.com/nhl/app?service=page&am...81&tab=crst Edited April 5, 2007 by YzermanForever Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heroes of Hockeytown 694 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 Don't know how in the world I forgot Bossy. I doubt anyone matches his 122 in two first seasons. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
arnoldbuck 0 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 I know his supporting cast was slashed at deadline, but I really wish he had put forward a little more in the way of totals this year. I know its just year 2, and he has lots of time ahead of him, but I wanted to see more of the race with him and Sid. As well, it will be cool to see a guy scoring 60+. ^^^Bossy, 122, wow. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viperar 16 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 I love ovehckin whole heartedly, hes the reason why i love going to caps games here in DC... on a side note, anyone watching the game? The atlanta fans are showing their immaturity and lack of knowledge about hockey...there was a clear high stick which negated a goal, and theyre booing and throwing crap on the ice endangering the players... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sibiriak 84 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 His celebration for his 100th will be no different than any other goal. He'll jump around a few times, smack the boards, do the hand thing, and a couple of other overacting celebrations. Yet, he is still a very good player that I like a lot. Just saw the replays. Ovechkin didn't do anything other than raising his stick and touching gloves with his teammates on the bench, after he scored his 2 goals tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
theman19 47 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 I love ovehckin whole heartedly, hes the reason why i love going to caps games here in DC... on a side note, anyone watching the game? The atlanta fans are showing their immaturity and lack of knowledge about hockey...there was a clear high stick which negated a goal, and theyre booing and throwing crap on the ice endangering the players... there was a clear high stick because the atlanta players stick was lifted into the Washington players stick. That's why the fans are pissed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Never_Retire_Steve 35 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 Ovechkin sure is fun to watch Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Earthhuman 8 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 Ovechkin sure is fun to watch Was* Well, no, he's still freakin fast with boatloads of talent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Echolalia 2,961 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 I know his supporting cast was slashed at deadline, but I really wish he had put forward a little more in the way of totals this year. I know its just year 2, and he has lots of time ahead of him, but I wanted to see more of the race with him and Sid. As well, it will be cool to see a guy scoring 60+. ^^^Bossy, 122, wow. Mike Bossy is SO underrated, I would've loved to see him finish his career out without succumbing to injury Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Never_Retire_Steve 35 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 Was* Well, no, he's still freakin fast with boatloads of talent. I agree, he was a lot more fun to watch last year compared to this year Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwashington2000 42 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 I love ovehckin whole heartedly, hes the reason why i love going to caps games here in DC... on a side note, anyone watching the game? The atlanta fans are showing their immaturity and lack of knowledge about hockey...there was a clear high stick which negated a goal, and theyre booing and throwing crap on the ice endangering the players... Same here with no Wings games broadcasted in DC area Caps are the only thing we can enjoy. I got a chance to meet OVI, Zubrus and Semin at the Russia House Club, OVI is trying to speak some english, Semin cant say a word. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Never_Retire_Steve 35 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 I'm sure the Capitals would be a fun team to party with. They have a lot of young players on the team and they have plenty of time to get back in shape before the season starts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 Just saw the replays. Ovechkin didn't do anything other than raising his stick and touching gloves with his teammates on the bench, after he scored his 2 goals tonight. Suprise suprise. I guess anything can happen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viperar 16 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 Suprise suprise. I guess anything can happen. let the kid play hes having his fun, tearing up the ice dancing around opponents...man i love him Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
shannyfan1414 0 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 i always thought that he was great and then i got a chance to watch him play live. All this did was make realize that he is the best two way player in hockey, IMO. He hits, plays D, skates, can make feeds without looking, score and did i mention he hits. The most impressive part was watching and seeing just how much he seemed to enjoy every shift. I love watching the kid and i hope that one day he becomes a Wing, yes i know its a pipe dream. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Viperar 16 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 i always thought that he was great and then i got a chance to watch him play live. All this did was make realize that he is the best two way player in hockey, IMO. He hits, plays D, skates, can make feeds without looking, score and did i mention he hits. The most impressive part was watching and seeing just how much he seemed to enjoy every shift. I love watching the kid and i hope that one day he becomes a Wing, yes i know its a pipe dream. oh god i cannot account for my actions if he ever becomes a wing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwinger4747 6 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 I actually like when players get really excited about scoring a goal, even if it looks vain immature or whatever you want to call it, it shows they are passionate about the game, they care that they scored, and that they love the game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BringHomeTheCup! 0 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 One thing about AO's celebrations, they aren't excessive. They don't rival Tho Fleury or Peter Klima. He is just happy to score, in fact one of his first english phrases was 'I love to score goals'. He loves the game. Betweent him and Crosby, I would rather watch AO. For one, I am so tired about hearing how great Crosby is. Yeah, he is great, but not everything that he does is on purpose. I mean, the guy could dump a puck in the zone, have it hit a stantion, go off the defensmane, hit the goalie in the mask, and go in, and the announcers would say how great he is for pulling off such a precise shot. If you put AO on a team like Pittsburg, he'd be putting up points like Crosby too. Oh, and AO doesn't whine like Crosby. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elshupacabra 0 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 One thing about AO's celebrations, they aren't excessive. They don't rival Tho Fleury or Peter Klima. He is just happy to score, in fact one of his first english phrases was 'I love to score goals'. He loves the game. Betweent him and Crosby, I would rather watch AO. For one, I am so tired about hearing how great Crosby is. Yeah, he is great, but not everything that he does is on purpose. I mean, the guy could dump a puck in the zone, have it hit a stantion, go off the defensmane, hit the goalie in the mask, and go in, and the announcers would say how great he is for pulling off such a precise shot. If you put AO on a team like Pittsburg, he'd be putting up points like Crosby too. Oh, and AO doesn't whine like Crosby. I feel the exact same way! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Never_Retire_Steve 35 Report post Posted April 5, 2007 Imagine if AO and Crosby played together Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
