cusimano_brothers 1,655 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 CBC, please and thank you; they've been doing it non-stop since 1952. NBC picks up the first two games, then bails until Game 5? That is no way to promote the game in the US. Besides, another bonus: no commercials for "The Tonight Show with..." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cern 0 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 CBC since I actually have it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heroes of Hockeytown 694 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 CBC, please and thank you; they've been doing it non-stop since 1952. NBC picks up the first two games, then bails until Game 5? That is no way to promote the game in the US. Besides, another bonus: no commercials for "The Tonight Show with..." Bad news, for CBC fans like us, is Bob Cole is not calling the Finals this year. I get that he's old and he's a bit behind the play sometimes, misses things, and on and on. But that guy's voice was made for calling games. He gets it, the excitement in the building and in the game. He doesn't beat us over the head with what the match-ups are and what the mood is on the bench (/takingshotsatPierre), and he's not some over-the-top cartoon like his replacement, Jim Hughson. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nero 20 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 (edited) CBC. I just mute it when it becomes Cherry Blowing Crosby. Can't stand NBC during the game. At least I don't have to really deal with Cherry until the intermissions. Edited May 30, 2009 by Nero Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlakKy 58 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 If Jim Hughson was announcing this round on the CBC I would watch it. I get both NBC and CBC in HD. No Hughson means I am watching on NBC. As an added bonus there is no Don Cherry on NBC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RockyMountainWingGal 108 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 Anyone know if the game will be streamed online anywhere? I need to let some Wings fans know who don't have tv access this weekend.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cusimano_brothers 1,655 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 Anyone know if the game will be streamed online anywhere? I need to let some Wings fans know who don't have tv access this weekend.... Timing is everything: CBC. Beat that, NBC! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redmathew 0 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 NBC's sound and picture are way better then CBC. But NBC treats there audience as if they have never seen hockey before, so its always a tough choice. CBC is too cheap. Couldn't even afford to put a couple games in HD, and had to be bailed out by a local business man. I hope the NHL leaves CBC and TSN takes over, all cbc has is grapes, other then that i hate all the people they have. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cern 0 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 If Jim Hughson was announcing this round on the CBC I would watch it. I get both NBC and CBC in HD. No Hughson means I am watching on NBC. As an added bonus there is no Don Cherry on NBC. Uh, Hughson IS announcing the finals. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
yzefan 2 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 Anyone know if the game will be streamed online anywhere? I need to let some Wings fans know who don't have tv access this weekend.... i beleive that you can watch a live CBC feed.. wife watches it at work Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ifonlyicouldskate 11 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 I don't get CBC in HD but I do for NBC. But I rather watch CBC but not at the expense of a quality picture. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cusimano_brothers 1,655 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 Bad news, for CBC fans like us, is Bob Cole is not calling the Finals this year. I get that he's old and he's a bit behind the play sometimes, misses things, and on and on. But that guy's voice was made for calling games. He gets it, the excitement in the building and in the game. He doesn't beat us over the head with what the match-ups are and what the mood is on the bench (/takingshotsatPierre), and he's not some over-the-top cartoon like his replacement, Jim Hughson. Any CBC>NBC. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uk_redwing 495 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 Don Cherry is awesome. Id rather listen to his amusing rants than listen to Crosby worshipping. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NvrFrgtRussian5 85 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 NBC only because its HD. CBC looks like crap on the big screen Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
10 Minute Misconduct 104 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 CBC and its not even close. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DraperFan MN 0 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 Yeah, if I had the option...it would be CBC...no doubt. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlakKy 58 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 Uh, Hughson IS announcing the finals. Good, CBC it is then. =) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sjradio 0 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 I am watching NBC, but I am watching it on a dvr so I can delay it to match up with the Wings radio broadcast on XM Radio. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueMonk 102 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 I always prefer CBC, but I can't get their feed in HD, so it will be NBC most of the time. I'll switch to CBC for intermissions and extended coverage, though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest ToMaToToWnWinGsFaN_24 Report post Posted May 31, 2009 aww while its heartbreaking that bob cole isnt commentating...its also great.. i LOVE jim hughston! i hope he continues to do the nhl games in the future who will be along side him? craig simpson? or greg millen? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BlueMonk 102 Report post Posted May 31, 2009 Hearing Jim Hughson overpronounce "Valtteri Filppula" will make it all worth it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akustyk 84 Report post Posted May 31, 2009 NBC has the absolutely awful voice of Emrick. and Pierre. and Eddie Olczyk thus plainly no contest to me. CBC all the way Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LondonWing 0 Report post Posted May 31, 2009 Don't get a choice of NBC/CBC here in Britain, we just have to put up with whatever we get!! Has been a mix of NBC/CBC/TSN/VERSUS for the last two rounds but it is CBC for game one tonight. So much for the supposed CBC/Crosby lovefest as Don Cherry pics the Red Wings to win in 6!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeytownRN 0 Report post Posted May 31, 2009 I always prefer CBC, but I can't get their feed in HD, so it will be NBC most of the time. I'll switch to CBC for intermissions and extended coverage, though. Same for me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites