Electrophile 3,554 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Okay, we're one post away from a "yo mama" joke. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
betterREDthandead 58 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 That's kinda rough. He's taken his licks too.. if you remember good ol' Marty's slash to the head. At one point Brash was the type of goon that could score, but now he's exemplary of how useless goons are today. Brashear's not without fault in that one either. He'd beaten McSorley in a fight earlier in the game, then spent the entire rest of the game (including directly after the fight) taunting and embarrassing McSorley and the Bruins. He might have been the victim of that incident but he helped bring it upon himself by showing up the other team. And he's one of the league's sucker punch kings. He's been suspended at least six times. He's as bad as Marchment in my book. Frankly if he were suspended for life it'd be no loss to the league, and it'd make all his opponents safer. If I were a Rangers fan I'd be screaming for his head, and no doubt all the rest of us would too. Given his history, he ought to sit a minimum of 25 games for this, just to make sure he can't play in the playoffs any more this year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest micah Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Lemieux could sure as heck score. I hate the bastard but he was simply a pest, not really a goon, who made some stupid choices when checking people. But yeah, leave it to GMR to get his enforcer panties twisted over a rather harmless comment that made no mention of them. Why not strengthen your argument instead of resorting to talking about another poster? I'm always down for a debate or an argument, but there's been so much childish douchebaggery like this (from a lot of posters, probably including me) around here lately, it's getting pretty stale. Let's talk about hockey and hockey players instead of other posters. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Shoreline Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Brashear's not without fault in that one either. He'd beaten McSorley in a fight earlier in the game, then spent the entire rest of the game (including directly after the fight) taunting and embarrassing McSorley and the Bruins. He might have been the victim of that incident but he helped bring it upon himself by showing up the other team. And he's one of the league's sucker punch kings. He's been suspended at least six times. He's as bad as Marchment in my book. Frankly if he were suspended for life it'd be no loss to the league, and it'd make all his opponents safer. If I were a Rangers fan I'd be screaming for his head, and no doubt all the rest of us would too. Given his history, he ought to sit a minimum of 25 games for this, just to make sure he can't play in the playoffs any more this year. You're right that he had some fault in pissing off McSorley but not exactly deserving a slash to the head. And I won't defend him for this instance but I guess I just got put off on the personal comment. I've watched him in playoffs and the regular season many times in his career and he unfortunately just does not know when to hold up or to put his "physical" talents to a better use. So I mean I can't really disagree at all with that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drake_Marcus 890 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Brashear will get suspended for the pre-game incident alone. While it is nothing signficant at all, the league rules are pretty specific on this and you are not to make physical contact with your opponent at that time. I think that would get him a game. I think the hit on Betts warrants a suspension as well. I'm not sure if it is an elbow or not, looks like one, but it could be one of those situations where the elbow comes up on the follow through, haven't seen good enough video to make that call (and I was watching the game, so I'm not sure one exists). That said, the hit was dirty. Betts dumps the puck in and turned to go off on a change....there was no need for the hit. Agreed 100%. Looks like Brashear was a bit charged up after the Voros hit and took it way to far but putting a Pronger-esque hit on someone. Plus, and this does count for something, Betts was severely injured by the hit. He's obviously gone for a handful of games. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
softshoes 83 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Why not strengthen your argument instead of resorting to talking about another poster? I'm always down for a debate or an argument, but there's been so much childish douchebaggery like this (from a lot of posters, probably including me) around here lately, it's getting pretty stale. Let's talk about hockey and hockey players instead of other posters. I had a poster of Farrah Fawcett but my mom threw it away. Discuss Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Shoreline Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Why not strengthen your argument instead of resorting to talking about another poster? I'm always down for a debate or an argument, but there's been so much childish douchebaggery like this (from a lot of posters, probably including me) around here lately, it's getting pretty stale. Let's talk about hockey and hockey players instead of other posters. What is there to strengthen? This isn't an enforcer debate. And I was talking about hockey until a poster spewed vitriol about me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Shoreline Report post Posted April 27, 2009 (edited) I don't doubt that Lemieux could score, he did win the Conn Smythe award in '95. However, when I think of a prototypical "goon", his is the first name that comes to mind. He was physical, but unnecessarily so. And I think calling some of his hits "stupid choices" is being kind. I know you're saying that as a Wing fan, and I know it's impossible to talk about someone who bloodied up a Wing with such disregard, so I'll give you a pass on it. In other news, wonder who Boudreau is gonna put in place of Brashear. Wonder why Brashear was playing anyways. Edited April 27, 2009 by Shoreline Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EuroTwin 240 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Yes, that is correct. He would have to sit out 4 games next season before he could play. The same thing happened with the Flames goalie (name??) that slashed Franzen with his stick in the '07 playoffs. He was suspended for 3 games I believe, but since Calgary lost the next game. He still has 2 games left to serve. So if someone were to sign him, he'd have to sit out 2 games before he could play. Thanks for clarifying that for me! I figured that would be the most logical thing to happen, but some of the time logic and the NHL do not go hand in hand. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,804 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 What is there to strengthen? This isn't an enforcer debate. And I was talking about hockey until a poster spewed vitriol about me. I didn't spew anything. I just called you out for making what I thought was a B.S. post. Then you started talking about panties and such. Since you're such a genius and an expert on hockey, tell us all what the difference between an enforcer and a goon is in your opinion? Next, define to us which Brashear falls into and why. We're all waiting for your response with utmost eagerness to clear up this issue. BTW, unfortunately I won't be able to read your response, since you'll be going on my ignore list temporarily. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Shoreline Report post Posted April 27, 2009 I didn't spew anything. I just called you out for making what I thought was a B.S. post. Then you started talking about panties and such. Since you're such a genius and an expert on hockey, tell us all what the difference between an enforcer and a goon is in your opinion? Next, define to us which Brashear falls into and why. We're all waiting for your response with utmost eagerness to clear up this issue. BTW, unfortunately I won't be able to read your response, since you'll be going on my ignore list temporarily. I actually cleared up why Brashear was a goon earlier in the topic. I also said earlier you need to sharpen up on your reading comprehension. Maybe now is the time? As for the enforcer nonsense, I'll leave you to debate that, since this is the only topic I really see you ever talking about, and you can't post without acting like a crybaby. I prefer to broaden my horizons a little bit than be obsessive-compulsive on the same topic over and over. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Fan_In_Exile 3 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 That was a definite cheapshot. Combined with his pre-game law breaking I am guessing two games. I've always seen Brashear to be one of the dirtier players in the league so he honestly probably deserves a longer one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Broken 16 381 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Brasher is a low life piece of garbage. I wish someone would cross check that low brow mouth breather right in the throat... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uk_redwing 495 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Brasher is a low life piece of garbage. I wish someone would cross check that low brow mouth breather right in the throat... This do? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 In other news, wonder who Boudreau is gonna put in place of Brashear. Wonder why Brashear was playing anyways. A little extra insurance against Avery coming back to a Tortorella-less Rangers bench perhaps? esteef Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest micah Report post Posted April 27, 2009 I agree that Brashear is a big jerk. I hope the Capitals and Wings make it to the finals so that one of our guys can pound the snot out of him before he throws a cheapshot against any of our skill guys, that'd teach him! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 I agree that Brashear is a big jerk. I hope the Capitals and Wings make it to the finals so that one of our guys can pound the snot out of him before he throws a cheapshot against any of our skill guys, that'd teach him! That would never happen because goons like him don't play in the playoffs. Oh wait... esteef Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest micah Report post Posted April 27, 2009 That would never happen because goons like him don't play in the playoffs. Oh wait... esteef LOL. I'm not worried about Brash. I keep reading on here that our guys are plenty tough, that I'm wrong, they're really not ******* and they aren't afraid to or incapable of defend(ing) themselves or their teamates. Maybe we'll get to see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Konnan511 1,736 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 What was wrong with that hit? wasn't an elbow.. he just raised his fore-arm. He broke the dude's orbital bone with the blatent hit to the face...You don't see anything wrong with that? That's what she said Bwahahaha, perfect! Well played...well played.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,804 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 A little extra insurance against Avery coming back to a Tortorella-less Rangers bench perhaps? esteef He's been an alternative captain on that team and has played for them full time the last few seasons. He's just now getting back from injury after his fight with Belak, which is why he wasn't playing earlier. Some posters here are making it sound like he's just some guy who randomly came in off the street. Why wouldn't he be playing for them when he's been on the team for several seasons as a full time roster player? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vincanni 1 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Complete piece of garbage for that bull crap, considering what Carcillo got, Brashear's season should be over even if they win their game seven. Probably just get a 1-game suspension however. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Konnan511 1,736 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=420354 Seems I was right. He is suspended 5 games for his hit and one game for initiating contact during the pre-game skate for a total of six games. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 6 Games! BAM! Somewhere Pronger is laughing! esteef Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DatsMyWings13 4 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 He got what he deserved! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vincanni 1 Report post Posted April 27, 2009 Damn, well I'd say its definitely appropriate, granted Pronger would have gotten a single game no doubt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
