How bout them Canadians?
The Canadian Women's Hockey Team came through in a big way tonight as they toppled the rival Americans on route to Canada's eighth gold medal. This team was under so much pressure to win coming into these Olympics and came through in a big way.
Interesting to see the reaction of the men's team as they looked on. The women have done their job, now it's up to the guys to get it done on home ice.
Say what you want about the women's game, this Canadian team was dominant from start to finish and deserved those gold medals they received this evening.
GO CANADA GO!
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Canada to Face Slovakia in Semis
Shocking upset in the late game last night as the scrapy Slovakian team upset the defending champs from Sweden.
Canada will now face Slovakia on Friday night at 9:30 PM EST. In the other semi final the Finns will play the Americans.
Obviously, Slovakia will be no push over. They have scored wins over Russia and Sweden in their surprising tournament thus far.
Canada will now face Slovakia on Friday night at 9:30 PM EST. In the other semi final the Finns will play the Americans.
Obviously, Slovakia will be no push over. They have scored wins over Russia and Sweden in their surprising tournament thus far.
Monday, February 22, 2010
Luongo Will Start
According to a report from Yahoo Sports, Roberto Luongo will get the nod tomorrow night against the Germans.
While losing to the Americans hurts, having Luongo take over and get a good warm up game against the Germans isn't the worst thing that could happen.
While losing to the Americans hurts, having Luongo take over and get a good warm up game against the Germans isn't the worst thing that could happen.
Sunday, February 21, 2010
Gotta Be Luongo
Canada dominated this game tonight but just could not get a save when they needed it and that falls on Brodeur. He was overactive all night and seemed to be guessing far too often.
Roberto Luongo has to be the guy from here on out.
The loss against the USA gives Canada a difficult route to gold which includes a game on Tuesday against the Germans and if they can win that, a quarterfinal match up with the Russians.
Could just be me but it seems like Babcock has been over coaching the whole way. Seems to be so desperate to find the perfect linemate for Crosby that he's hurting the team's best player in the process. Leave Nash and Iginla up there and let them work it out.
Pronger should not see the ice the rest of the way. To the "Pronger Sucks" guy who was always on the live blogs bashing Pronger; guess you were right!
Oh and by the way, how in the world does Babcock not call a time out after that shift from the Crosby line? You have to rest them and go back to them with the goalie pulled. No brainer...
Back at it on Tuesday! GO CANADA GO!
Roberto Luongo has to be the guy from here on out.
The loss against the USA gives Canada a difficult route to gold which includes a game on Tuesday against the Germans and if they can win that, a quarterfinal match up with the Russians.
Could just be me but it seems like Babcock has been over coaching the whole way. Seems to be so desperate to find the perfect linemate for Crosby that he's hurting the team's best player in the process. Leave Nash and Iginla up there and let them work it out.
Pronger should not see the ice the rest of the way. To the "Pronger Sucks" guy who was always on the live blogs bashing Pronger; guess you were right!
Oh and by the way, how in the world does Babcock not call a time out after that shift from the Crosby line? You have to rest them and go back to them with the goalie pulled. No brainer...
Back at it on Tuesday! GO CANADA GO!
Line Juggling Ahead of Game with USA
Mike Babcock is shuffling the deck in preparation for the game with Team USA.
Canada has struggled to find the right mix on the top line and tonight will start with Mike Richards on the top line with Sidney Crosby and Rick Nash. They have tried Bergeron, Iginla and Toews on that top line but have yet to find the right mix.
A good start would be to make sure Crosby is one the ice for each and every power play.
Canada will need to win in regulation to assure they take top spot in the group. The United States is currently holding a one point lead over the Canadians.
Here's hoping the stiff opposition helps the Canadian team elevate their level of play a little bit. They may have been able to get away with a soft approach against the Norwegians and Swiss but will need to get physical with the Americans.
There is a ton of skill on this Canadian roster but it's time to establish an identity against Team USA. Has the makings of the best game of the tournament thus far.
Puck drops at 7:40 eastern time...
GO CANADA GO!
Canada has struggled to find the right mix on the top line and tonight will start with Mike Richards on the top line with Sidney Crosby and Rick Nash. They have tried Bergeron, Iginla and Toews on that top line but have yet to find the right mix.
A good start would be to make sure Crosby is one the ice for each and every power play.
Canada will need to win in regulation to assure they take top spot in the group. The United States is currently holding a one point lead over the Canadians.
Here's hoping the stiff opposition helps the Canadian team elevate their level of play a little bit. They may have been able to get away with a soft approach against the Norwegians and Swiss but will need to get physical with the Americans.
There is a ton of skill on this Canadian roster but it's time to establish an identity against Team USA. Has the makings of the best game of the tournament thus far.
Puck drops at 7:40 eastern time...
GO CANADA GO!
Friday, February 19, 2010
Nail Biter Over Switzerland
The unbelievable talent in this Olympic hockey tournament is really starting to show through.
Sweden was pushed to the limit by Belarus today. The Slovaks upset the Russians last night and the Swiss gave Canada everything they could handle.
An unbelievable performance by Jonas Hiller left Canadian shooters scratching their heads all night long. Luckily, a shootout winner from Sidney Crosby allowed the nation to breathe a collective sigh of relief.
Because Canada needed overtime to beat the Swiss, they now trail the undefeated Americans by a single point heading into their Sunday showdown.
As well as Canada played at times last night, there's still room for improvement. There is a real lack of physical presence right now in that Canadian line up and it really showed last night against the Swiss.
Teams should be afraid to play the Canadians but last night the Swiss didn't back down in the slightest. Canada needs to start getting physical and it has to start against the Americans on Sunday.
All sorts of talent on this team but Babcock may want to consider shortening the bench right now. Rolling four lines has it's benefits but the top offensive guys need to have a chance to get into a groove.
Can't wait till Sunday...
GO CANADA GO!
Sweden was pushed to the limit by Belarus today. The Slovaks upset the Russians last night and the Swiss gave Canada everything they could handle.
An unbelievable performance by Jonas Hiller left Canadian shooters scratching their heads all night long. Luckily, a shootout winner from Sidney Crosby allowed the nation to breathe a collective sigh of relief.
Because Canada needed overtime to beat the Swiss, they now trail the undefeated Americans by a single point heading into their Sunday showdown.
As well as Canada played at times last night, there's still room for improvement. There is a real lack of physical presence right now in that Canadian line up and it really showed last night against the Swiss.
Teams should be afraid to play the Canadians but last night the Swiss didn't back down in the slightest. Canada needs to start getting physical and it has to start against the Americans on Sunday.
All sorts of talent on this team but Babcock may want to consider shortening the bench right now. Rolling four lines has it's benefits but the top offensive guys need to have a chance to get into a groove.
Can't wait till Sunday...
GO CANADA GO!
Tuesday, February 16, 2010
Off and Running
I think every Canadian can admit that first 20 minutes had us guessing a little bit.
As uneasy as the first 20 was, the final 40 was equally comforting.
As expected, the Canadians walked all over the Norwegians on route to an 8-0 victory in the tournament opening game for the host team.
Thought Luongo looked strong when necessary and looks ready to go should Babcock call on him in the next couple games. Brodeur will start on Thursday against the Swiss.
Putting Iginla on the top line with Crosby and Iginla seems like common sense right now. I'm sure Babcock will stick with that trio on Thursday.
GO CANADA GO!
As uneasy as the first 20 was, the final 40 was equally comforting.
As expected, the Canadians walked all over the Norwegians on route to an 8-0 victory in the tournament opening game for the host team.
Thought Luongo looked strong when necessary and looks ready to go should Babcock call on him in the next couple games. Brodeur will start on Thursday against the Swiss.
Putting Iginla on the top line with Crosby and Iginla seems like common sense right now. I'm sure Babcock will stick with that trio on Thursday.
GO CANADA GO!
Monday, February 15, 2010
Lines at Practice- Luongo to Start
Team Canada finally hit the ice this evening for the first time as a team. First game is tomorrow night against Norway.
Here are the lines from practice...
Bergeron-Crosby-Nash
Staal-Getzlaf-Perry
Heatley-Thornton-Marleau
Towes-Richards-Iginla
Pronger-Boyle
Niedermayer-Weber
Seabrook-Keith
Correction from earlier. Roberto Luongo will start the tournament opener against Norway!
ONE MORE SLEEP!!
Here are the lines from practice...
Bergeron-Crosby-Nash
Staal-Getzlaf-Perry
Heatley-Thornton-Marleau
Towes-Richards-Iginla
Pronger-Boyle
Niedermayer-Weber
Seabrook-Keith
Correction from earlier. Roberto Luongo will start the tournament opener against Norway!
ONE MORE SLEEP!!
Sunday, February 14, 2010
Getzlaf Playing Tonight
Good news for Team Canada tonight as Ryan Getzlaf is in the Anaheim line up against the Oilers. There was some concern he may not be able to play in the Olympics but it appears as though he will be good to go.
Jeff Carter in in Vancouver and ready to dress if Getzlaf can't. Other names that have surfaced as "watch list" players include Chris Mason and Mike Fisher.
There was a bit of a scare tonight in Pittsburgh after Sidney Crosby was hit by a shot. The puck hit Crosby in the shin and sent him hobbling off. He did return to the game though and will be fine for Tuesday night.
Two more sleeps!
Jeff Carter in in Vancouver and ready to dress if Getzlaf can't. Other names that have surfaced as "watch list" players include Chris Mason and Mike Fisher.
There was a bit of a scare tonight in Pittsburgh after Sidney Crosby was hit by a shot. The puck hit Crosby in the shin and sent him hobbling off. He did return to the game though and will be fine for Tuesday night.
Two more sleeps!
Thursday, February 11, 2010
Carter Headed to Vancouver
With the status of Ryan Getzlaf up in the air, word from TSN's Bob McKenzie is that Jeff Carter will be named as a replacement.
Getzlaf could still play but if he can't go it will be Jeff Carter that takes his place. After a slow start to the season, Carter has started to turn things around and could be a decent fit.
There are three players in Tampa Bay I would take before Carter but I'll trust Yzerman on this one.
Getzlaf could still play but if he can't go it will be Jeff Carter that takes his place. After a slow start to the season, Carter has started to turn things around and could be a decent fit.
There are three players in Tampa Bay I would take before Carter but I'll trust Yzerman on this one.
Saturday, February 6, 2010
Calm Before the Storm
I realize things have been pretty quiet around here the last little while.
Well that should all change once the Olympics get underway next Friday. Spent some time in Vancouver last week and that city really is buzzing with anticipation.
My hope is that Gold Rush will be the place where people come to discuss everything related to Olympic Hockey. We'll have game day previews, post game wrap ups and talk about anything related to Team Canada.
Puck drop is just over a week away!
Well that should all change once the Olympics get underway next Friday. Spent some time in Vancouver last week and that city really is buzzing with anticipation.
My hope is that Gold Rush will be the place where people come to discuss everything related to Olympic Hockey. We'll have game day previews, post game wrap ups and talk about anything related to Team Canada.
Puck drop is just over a week away!
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