Posted on 05/30/2009 8:11:11 AM PDT by shove_it
It has been a quarter-century since the NHL had a rematch in the Stanley Cup Finals. And when the Edmonton Oilers beat the Islanders in 1984, it wasn't just the Cup that changed hands, it was the end of one dynasty and the start of another.
Tonight, the Pittsburgh Penguins step into Joe Louis Arena to begin their quest for revenge and the third Cup in franchise history. To win it, they'll have to take down a Detroit Red Wings team that has won four Cups over the last 12 years and has shown no reason why it can't add a fifth.
"It's all part of a process," said Mark Messier, a member of the Oilers team that lost to the four-time champion Isles in '83 before taking five of the next seven Cups. "And I think the Penguins are doing that same thing right now."
Many believe the Penguins, with a year of seasoning since falling to the Wings in six games last spring, are ready to knock them off. Others see little connection between these Wings and the '84 Isles: A dynasty? Yes. In decline? Not so much.
Here's how we see it:
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Pansy??? That was like just about the “hottest” NHL replica sale ever. Marketing savvy (the Guins wore them at the Winter Classic—outdoor game last season).
Start of the 2nd; Penz Wings tied at one.
Game 1 wrap:
http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=424127
What was with the attempted trip by Cosby when the game was over as the Wings were congratulating Osgood?
When is game 2? I have no doubt the West will triumph once again.
well, yes.... i didn’t know that that was an old colour scheme of theirs, but powder blue ISN’T rough n tumble, sales not withstanding.... just another case of the world turned upside down ... i hope mario can defeat the pesky chicagoans
oops, make that the detroit wheels
Here’s the remaining schedule:
GAME 2: SUN. MAY 31, PIT @ DET, 8PM, NBC, CBC, RDS
GAME 3: TUE JUN 2, DET @ PIT, 8PM, VS, CBC, RDS
GAME 4: THU JUN 4, DET @ PIT, 8PM, VS, CBC, RDS
*GAME 5: SAT. JUN 6, PIT @ DET, 8PM, NBC, CBC, RDS
*GAME 6: TUE JUN 9, DET @ PIT, 8PM, NBC, CBC, RDS
*GAME 7: FRI. JUN 12, PIT @ DET, 8PM, NBC, CBC, RDS
Thank you. I didn’t see it listed in today’s TV guide.
Yawn!
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You're welcome to use it for the Stanley Cup finals. I have so much going on here right now, I don't think I'll be on line much.
Even though Detroit won last night, the boards at Joe Louis should get a couple assists on crappy bounces. Pens outplayed them, and I expect a win tonight.
It’s good to hear from you and that you’re feeling well. I did ping the puckers on your list yesterday and will continue doing so, thanks for your OK.
Whining about the boards again, eh. Those boards are well known and they’re lively at both ends of the rink.
Penguin - it’s what’s for dinner.
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Only if you're a Pengy fan was that true.
Most NHL watchers scored it as Wings clearly outplaying Pengys in the first period. The second period was a reversal of that (with a little help from the refs). The third was closer but advantage Wings.
The main difference last night: Osgood outplayed Fleurry...........bounces included........
The wings likely made the boards like that for last night’s game only, just to fool the Pengys.......
Happy to hear you are well. We will miss you from the Pen’s fan section on these threads.
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