The Heritage Classic Hockey Weekend – that includes the Monday

Some memorable games this past weekend. And as there were many early games, I got to watch plenty of hockey this weekend, yay!

Unless you live under a rock you know it was time for the Heritage Classic. And unlike the Winter Classic, this time around, there was plenty of snow! Maybe they should have called this one the Winter Classic ;)

Let me start by saying that I love hating on the Habs. It is my duty as a Flyers and Leafies fan. But even if it had not been my duty, I still would have hated them due their annoying trolling fanbase and PK Subban. Talented as hell, but a lousy personality on ice and so far nothing has hinted at him being a wonderful person off-ice. So before I list my thoughts about this game, let me just say … HELL YEAH! A 4-0 shut-out for the Flames. No, the Price certainly was not right *hahah lame joke, I know*

Things to remember:

-          It was really cold, they reported at least -15, but apparently it felt even colder; just breathing must have been an act of epic proportions

-          If I had been in the crowd, I would have worn several layers of clothing, a warm hat of sorts, thermal underwear, thermal socks, warm boots, a blanket and maybe even ear warmers

-          The ice was extremely bumpy. It made for fun bouncing pucks. And the reason the Habs gave for losing: their game is made up largely of passing, so they were at a disadvantage because of the bumpy ice. Whatever, they just lost because the Flames were so much better

-          A 4-0 shut-out and the first one on open ice. Great stuff

How did my two hockey loves fare?

The Flyers beat the Rags for the 4^th time this season. Way to go! Although why they felt the need to give up a 3-0 lead is beyond me ;) … they got a bit complacent. But alright, they pulled through in the end, so I will not complain.

And the Leafies unfortunately lost in SO, but it certainly was not for lack of trying. They really played well, full out energy, but the Sens’ new goalie – Anderson – was on fire during his first game and denied us a score during regulation and OT. What a guy though, I am the world’s biggest softy, so I was happy for him to have such a great first game. He picked up the first star. And my favourite Leafie Reims picked up the second star. He was truly awesome! And he got his second shut-out. What a fine Leafie he has proven to be.

And in other related news:

The Isles are continuing to impress me! They beat the Panthers 5-1 and Moulson got himself a hattrick. *musing* Hattricks have got to be good for business, because lots of people will be buying new hats after throwing their hats on the ice. Beaten Panthers are also beneficial  to my Leafies in vying for that 8^th spot on the Division. I know I’m deluded for keeping my hopes up that they will make the play-offs, but I just cannot stop myself ;)

My worries about tonight:

So, my Leafies are playing the Isles! Hah, with the current crazy scoring antics of the Isles I have to admit I am bit worried! I know that the Leafies can take them on, but for some reason they always seem to struggle a bit with (fellow) cellar dwellers. But I have to keep the faith. My Leafies will win! *mutters several prayers and sends Reims good vibes*

And my Flyboys play the Yotes tonight. These guys have been on 7-game winning streak. So time for them to cash in a loss *chuckle*. I know this should be easy for the Flyers, but am keeping my fingers crossed anyways. Waking up tomorrow morning and checking the results, will be a nerve-wrecking experience!

Leafs vs Sens - Feb 19th, 2011

Timezones! Yeah. Being a hockey fan is not easy when you live in GMT+1 ... 6 hours ahead of the US EST times. So my favourite games are the weekend games that start at 1pm EST. But yeah, not many of those :)

So waiting up to see my Flyboys or Leafies play is only allowed during the weekend. Being a former nightowl that usually is not a problem for me, but a busy week, followed by a busy Saturday lead to me giving up and go get some sleep, rather than watching the Leafs-Sens game. I managed to watch the honouring the troops thing but that's as far as I got lol ... considering the score, maybe it's better I didn't torture myself xD ... I may not watch the highlights.


OK, who am I kidding? I did watch the highlights just now lol, how could I not heheh and this is my opinion!


Bad stuff:
- Giving up a point in the SO
- Bitter fans on the Leafs fan page, not even going to access that page today, some of the posts that ended up on my FB wall are bad enough lol *ignore*


Good stuff:
- At least got the 1 point lol, that beats no points
- A cool Phaneuf hit on Foligno
- Rosehill in a somewhat fun fight with Lessard
- Reims ruling and getting his second SO - love that guy
- By the looks of it, the Leafies played with lots of energy (yay!) and they had good scoring chances, but the puck got denied access by Anderson. Look, I am a softy, so this being his first game at the Sens, I am glad for him he did well, too bad it was against the Leafies lolol
- Lots of interesting post-game interviews; watched them all but Wilson's ... can't stand him lol; Reims, such a pleasant personality; Lupul might make a fine Leaf :)

Finally: A game where the goalies get 1st and 2nd star, yeah, I like that! Great goalie fight (no, not a literal fight).


Other hockey stuff I found interesting:
- Obviously the Oilers game, thankfully there is 'on demand', so I can watch the second and third period again, it was really interesting!
- Wow, the Ducks got killed ... 9-3 loss x_x
- Poor Avs, another loss and a shut-out too
- And this one is maybe the funniest/best .. the Isles shut-out the Kings! Montoya, I think that is the Isles' 6th goalie this season! It didn't even make the NHL headlines. I think it should have!


Hockey today:
- Flyboys face the Rangers again. Hate the Rangers. And Avery in particular. And I hope my boys dish out some pain to the Rangers.
- Ah the Caps vs Sabres. As I hate the Sabres too, I want Ovi to get his superscoring mojo back and destroy them *sighs, wishful thinking*
- Ahahaha, speaking of hate ... Pens-Blackhawks. Yeah, disgusting game. Almost as disgusting as Pens-Habs. Might watch it and be disgusted all game long
- YAY, Heritage Classic ... more hating on the Habs lol


Well, I planned to go for a drive today, but instead I am going to stay in all day. I will do some laundry, clean, then bake a pizza (famous family recipe *chuckle*), and get ready for My Sunday Hockey Night! Early games today and the Heritage starts at midnight my time, so lots to look forward to!