sixer 37 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 Hey guys, if the Wings and Pens sweep, when would the Final Start? Could it be as early as Saturday or are there set dates. If there already set, then we'll be waiting a week and a half!!! Anyone know? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reds4Life 51 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 It is all set already afaik. It will be released after both series are over I think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sixer 37 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 It is all set already afaik. It will be released after both series are over I think. Sorry if I'm not down with all the slang, but what does afaik mean? lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hallelujahlogic 1 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 DON'T JINX THEM! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwingsgirl 0 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 Sorry if I'm not down with all the slang, but what does afaik mean? lol as far as i know And I think he is correct that the dates are set so if both teams sweep, both teams get their earned time off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
UKWING 8 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 as far as i know Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McCartyFanForLife 17 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 Game 1 will be May 23 (Friday) or May 24 (Friday) most likely. If both teams sweep, it might move up to Thurs of that week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sixer 37 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 DON'T JINX THEM! Who? The Pens??? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sixer 37 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 ps. Thanks for the slang info guys, wow, can't believe how far it's gone these days, lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hallelujahlogic 1 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 Who? The Pens??? haha, no, jinx the pens all you want. i know we're three games up, but i guess i get a little overly superstitious during the playoffs. we didn't clinch it against dallas yet. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sixer 37 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 Game 1 will be May 23 (Friday) or May 24 (Friday) most likely. If both teams sweep, it might move up to Thurs of that week. Thanks for the info. While I would have liked it to start earlier, the rest is good as long our momentum isn't killed and the Mule needs all the time to rest, hope he gets better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sixer 37 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 haha, no, jinx the pens all you want. i know we're three games up, but i guess i get a little overly superstitious during the playoffs. we didn't clinch it against dallas yet. haha, it's all matter of WHEN, not IF Just think of what would have to happen for the wings to lose in seven games against the stars. .................. .................. .................. Coming up blank aren't ya, haha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hallelujahlogic 1 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 haha, it's all matter of WHEN, not IF Just think of what would have to happen for the wings to lose in seven games against the stars. .................. .................. .................. Coming up blank aren't ya, haha well yeah, it doesn't seem likely that we WON'T make it to the finals. but we aren't there yet. and like i said, it's just superstition on my part. haha...i won't even let my mom watch the games, because whenever she does, we lose. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sixer 37 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 well yeah, it doesn't seem likely that we WON'T make it to the finals. but we aren't there yet. and like i said, it's just superstition on my part. haha...i won't even let my mom watch the games, because whenever she does, we lose. haha, that's hilarious! Your mom shouldn't be allowed to even turn on the TV in case she accidentally flips by the channel!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SweWings 45 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 Game 1 will be May 23 (Friday) or May 24 (Friday) most likely. If both teams sweep, it might move up to Thurs of that week. But we're sure it's gonna be Friday? Sorry... couldn't resist... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StevieY9802 6 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 The last possible day of the finals is June 9th so that would be a May 26th or 27th start day, but I think thats if both teams went 6 or 7, which doesn't look like it will happen. I hope both teams are done in 4-5 and the finals start the 24th. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sixer 37 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 Ok, so we concluded it's either Next Thursday 22nd, Friday 23rd or Saturday 24th. Hopefully Thursday, unless the Mule needs more time, then Saturday!!! When someone knows for sure, please let us know! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McCartyFanForLife 17 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 (edited) Game 7 for the Detroit/Dallas series would be Wednesday May 21 while game 7 for the Pittsburgh/Philadelphia series would be May 22. The starting time for the Finals is already set. That way the arenas can schedule other activities i.e. concerts, basketball games, etc without having to worry about a conflict. Granted JLA doesn't really have that problem, but some arenas do. Edited May 13, 2008 by McCartyFanForLife Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JPT 26 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 The NHL is just lame when it comes to scheduling. There should be a 2 day rest in between series but no longer. I can understand the scheduling piece but the NBA doesn't seem to have any issues... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sixer 37 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 Game 7 for the Detroit/Dallas series would be Wednesday May 21 while game 7 for the Pittsburgh/Philadelphia series would be May 22. The starting time for the Finals is already set. That way the arenas can schedule other activities i.e. concerts, basketball games, etc without having to worry about a conflict. Granted JLA doesn't really have that problem, but some arenas do. So is it the 23rd or 24th we rock'n'roll!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 IN my opinion the league should do flexible scheduling for this situation. If both teams sweep the Conference finals are done on the 15th of May. I say take the weekend off, and start the cup on Monday. Monday5/19-Wed 5/21-Fri 5/23-Sat 5/24-Mon5/26-Wed 5/28-Fri 5/30 That would be my schedule Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 308 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 I understand the desire to see games sooner than later, but there is more to consider than just the fact that the series are over. Stadium events already scheduled, tv contracts, etc. etc. So it is not like the league is sitting back going, I don't see any reason not to move the games up a couple of days, but nah, lets not do it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StevieY9802 6 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 I just hope game 7 doesn't end up being on June 9th, or just don't go to 7 at all. Because speaking of concerts I have one that night. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 I understand the desire to see games sooner than later, but there is more to consider than just the fact that the series are over. Stadium events already scheduled, tv contracts, etc. etc. So it is not like the league is sitting back going, I don't see any reason not to move the games up a couple of days, but nah, lets not do it. I understand that, but at the same time is you look at the playoffs as a good way to build publicity and get the sport poularity (which it should be) a casual fan that is just getting into the sport, or trying to follow the playoffs, with the week to week and a half off if both teams sweep, that time period off will cause those fans to forget about it and lose interest, not all but some, and by not being able to keep thigns going, it makes it harder to make the sport more popular to the casual fan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted May 13, 2008 Long breaks are bad, but I'm not so sure the NBA style of playing two separate roudns at the same time is a good idea, either. They should have two schedules set up ahead of time. One in case of a 7 game series, the other in case of maybe a 4 or 5 game. That way, if you have situation like the one we aer in now, with two teams possibly sweeping, you can pick Plan A and not have to wait a week, and the schedules are't messed up for other events. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
