BTH Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 They play only 2 pairings. 3 of the 4 defenceman they actually use playe 27-30 minutes a night with O'Donnell getting a decent amount of minutes. So yeah, you could theoretically wear them down but the guys they rely on are superstars. Don't plan your strategy on Niedermayer being too exhausted to play well in Game Seven of the SCF. It all comes down to who's the better hockey team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pierre the Great Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 well we'll see. Ottawa is a physical team so the loss of Pronger will be tougher on the team then the senior citizens that the red wings were. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Stealth Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 I seem to remember during the Canucks series that the Ducks play really only 3 lines with 3 defensive pairings. I remember they got really tired in those OT games because the 3 lines only caught up with them. To me that's the Duck's weakness. If your a fast/physical team you can wear the Ducks down. Yep. If you have speed and can match the Ducks physically somewhat, you certainly have a chance. The playoffs are about two important factors and those are chemistry and health. The Ducks and Sens for that matter, both have them and that's why they've made it so far. I seriously stand by the point that had the Canucks been healthy, we would have beaten Anaheim. Now to the point. If Ottawa can somehow be more effective overall and give the Ducks a hard time generating offensive chances and keep them at bay, then Ottawa can win this series. They have a good distribution of talent throughout their lineup and this certainly helps because they're healthy(McAmmond being able to play would help). Whether it happens or not remains to be seen..... Enough with what I think. I'm still cheering for Anaheim though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dark_faerie87 Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 They play only 2 pairings. 3 of the 4 defenceman they actually use playe 27-30 minutes a night with O'Donnell getting a decent amount of minutes. So yeah, you could theoretically wear them down but the guys they rely on are superstars. Don't plan your strategy on Niedermayer being too exhausted to play well in Game Seven of the SCF. It all comes down to who's the better hockey team. Especially considering the long breaks between games. There's another two-day break between game five and six if it goes that long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beliveau1 Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 (edited) As he should be. Will Ottawa take advantage where Detroit failed to? Yes and since it was his second offence, if the NHL wants to really get serious about head shots then it should have been for two games . Make it an escalating scale..... cross the line & pay the price! Edited June 4, 2007 by beliveau1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetsniper Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Yes and since it was his second offence, if the NHL wants to really get serious about head shots then it should have been for two games . Make it an escalating scale..... cross the line & pay the price! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeLassister Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Stop dreaming, Ottawa will choke as usual. Duks in 5, MAYBE 6. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dark_faerie87 Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Stop dreaming, Ottawa will choke as usual. Duks in 5, MAYBE 6. It's funny because it's true. :king: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetsniper Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 If you want to call playing in the Finals choking. *shrugs* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fanpuck33 Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 since when has 3 goals been considered low scoring? *scratches head* In the playoffs that's high scoring. 2 and under is low scoring. 2 to 1 = 3, a low scoring game. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dark_faerie87 Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 2 to 1 = 3, a low scoring game. Or 3-0. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetsniper Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Or 3-0. I don't know faerie, I think you're underestimating Giggy. I don't think he'll let in 3 goals. Maybe go with 2-0. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dark_faerie87 Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 I don't know faerie, I think you're underestimating Giggy. I don't think he'll let in 3 goals. Maybe go with 2-0. How many times have I told you to stop looking in mirrors? Everybody else seems to know that mirrors show the opposite of reality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetsniper Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 How many times have I told you to stop looking in mirrors? Everybody else seems to know that mirrors show the opposite of reality. Uhh...burn? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dark_faerie87 Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Uhh...burn? Too complicated for poor Jetsie-poo? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetsniper Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Too complicated for poor Jetsie-poo? No, I got it. It just came across as a "reaching for straws" comeback. Try something with a little oomph in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dark_faerie87 Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 No, I got it. It just came across as a "reaching for straws" comeback. Try something with a little oomph in it. But the last time I did that you said it hurt? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jetsniper Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 I said in it, not behind it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dark_faerie87 Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 I said in it, not behind it. My bad, but I tend to get a little excited whenever I hear "oomph!" Oh, and go Ducks go! B) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pierre the Great Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Sens will tie it up tonight Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain_Stealth Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Sens will tie it up tonight They might. However, I still feel that "The Great Getzy" will lead the Ducks to victory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLP Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Go Sens! Between two cities that are not passionate about their hockey teams I prefer the one closer to Montreal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pierre the Great Posted June 4, 2007 Share Posted June 4, 2007 Go Sens bring it home. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMMR Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Well Giggy is on fire so far. Come on Ducks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pierre the Great Posted June 5, 2007 Share Posted June 5, 2007 Go Sens Go, Go Sens Go! Wait I thought the Ducks had a no high number policy. I just saw somebody with a 52 on? what gives? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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