Now that the matchups are set in the East, it's time for GREGSKY'S PLAYOFF PICKS. Again, just going with my gut on these picks...letting that silly monkey throw her poop at the spinning wheel and do the antic thing...not me...not this time...not going to let any little primate rattle me!!
PITTSBURGH vs NEW YORK ISLANDERS
As glad as I am to see the kids on Long Island gain some much needed playoff experience, they unfortunately drew the short straw this year. Facing a monster roster in the Pens will be an experience alright, but one the Islanders will want to soon forget. I liken this matchup for the kids to getting into a fight with a buzzsaw. PITTSBURGH in 5
MONTREAL vs OTTAWA
This series could go either way. Both clubs have been banged up a bit and have relied on kids to step up and produce. Looks like the Habs are a bit stronger in net and more potient on special teams. The Sens however can be punnishing physically. I see the Habs moving on to the next round, but definately not the easy way. MONTREAL in 6
WASHINGTON vs NEW YORK RANGERS
The Caps are hitting all cylinders going into the post season and show no signs of slowing. The Rangers on the other hand, are not looking like a team ready for playoff action. The Blueshirts look sad on special teams and without Staal on the blueline lack the needed defense. Look for the Rangers to win a couple at home on their crappy ice with a few fluke goals, but the Caps should take this Ranger team to task. WASHINGTON in 6
BOSTON vs TORONTO
Glad to see the Leafs back in the post season. With that said...we'll see you next year. As much as the Bruins have limped into the playoffs they are a much better team than the Leafs all around. It actually is a blessing in disguise that the B's drew this matchup. If they had any other opponent they would be one and done. Look for the Bruins to get their mojo and their nastiness back tuning up against Toronto. BOSTON in 6
Enjoy the first round my friends...we'll see how well I do against that damn monkey!!!
*NOTE: REMEMBER TO CHECK OUT GREGSKY'S HOCKEY CARD COLLECTION AT AUCTION NOW!! See here for details and/or follow links to view or bid:
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2013/04/attention-hockey-card-fans-and.html?m=0
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Monday, April 29, 2013
Sunday, April 28, 2013
GREGSKY'S PLAYOFF PICKS : WEST
Hey gang...it's time once again for Gregsky's Playoff Predictions!! Since the West is set today we'll focus there. Shooting straight from the hip and going with my gut on the picks this year given the nature of a shortened regular season. Speaking of nature...I'll let Maggie the Monkey jump up and down, throw her poop at the spinning wheel and do her thing...not going to pay her any mind or let her antics be a distraction this time out!! So let's get right to it...
CHICAGO vs MINNESOTA
For all the crazy money the Wild spent to stumble their way into the postseason, just doesn't smell like a team primed for a first round upset. Couple that with the fact the Hawks are so dominate, makes this pick an easy one. CHICAGO in 5
ANAHIEM vs DETROIT
This series has all the markings of an upset. Ahhh...but that's not going to get me to bite!! I have a feeling that the bigger, stronger Ducks will be just too physical for the aging Wings to survive. Detroit will win a few behind the marvel of Datsyuk and Zettts, but will be finding it too hard to play the control game from the seat of their pants. ANAHEIM in 6
VANCOUVER vs SAN JOSE
The Nucks are playing well and benifitted from the short season to win the division this year. The additions to the roster did give them much needed depth, but this series is where the upset will occur. The Sharks will take full advantage of the mistakes Vancouver will undoubtably make and punish them on the powerplay. SAN JOSE in 7
ST. LOUIS vs LOS ANGELES
It would be easy to pick the defending champs to roll through the first round given that the team made very few changes since raising the cup. The thing about being champs in this league though is it's so difficult to repeat. The Blues, have had an up and down season, but are clicking at just the right time. Thinking their speed will outlast the physical play of the Kings and advance past the champs. ST. LOUIS in 7
So there you have it folks...my picks for the first round in the West. Picks for the East will be coming next so be on the lookout for that. Now...I need more coffee...enjoy!!
*NOTE: REMEMBER TO CHECK OUT GREGSKY'S HOCKEY CARD COLLECTION...AT AUCTION NOW!! See here for details and/or follow links to view or bid :
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2013/04/attention-hockey-card-fans-and.html?m=0
CHICAGO vs MINNESOTA
For all the crazy money the Wild spent to stumble their way into the postseason, just doesn't smell like a team primed for a first round upset. Couple that with the fact the Hawks are so dominate, makes this pick an easy one. CHICAGO in 5
ANAHIEM vs DETROIT
This series has all the markings of an upset. Ahhh...but that's not going to get me to bite!! I have a feeling that the bigger, stronger Ducks will be just too physical for the aging Wings to survive. Detroit will win a few behind the marvel of Datsyuk and Zettts, but will be finding it too hard to play the control game from the seat of their pants. ANAHEIM in 6
VANCOUVER vs SAN JOSE
The Nucks are playing well and benifitted from the short season to win the division this year. The additions to the roster did give them much needed depth, but this series is where the upset will occur. The Sharks will take full advantage of the mistakes Vancouver will undoubtably make and punish them on the powerplay. SAN JOSE in 7
ST. LOUIS vs LOS ANGELES
It would be easy to pick the defending champs to roll through the first round given that the team made very few changes since raising the cup. The thing about being champs in this league though is it's so difficult to repeat. The Blues, have had an up and down season, but are clicking at just the right time. Thinking their speed will outlast the physical play of the Kings and advance past the champs. ST. LOUIS in 7
So there you have it folks...my picks for the first round in the West. Picks for the East will be coming next so be on the lookout for that. Now...I need more coffee...enjoy!!
*NOTE: REMEMBER TO CHECK OUT GREGSKY'S HOCKEY CARD COLLECTION...AT AUCTION NOW!! See here for details and/or follow links to view or bid :
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2013/04/attention-hockey-card-fans-and.html?m=0
Friday, October 10, 2008
CELEBRATING 100 YEARS OF HABS HOCKEY: HEROES HANG FROM THE RAFTERS
They are revered in our hearts. Their spirit fills the air. There is honor in their in their legacy. There is glory in their achievements. They are heroes who hang from the rafters.
Just one look upward in the house of Habs tells the story. The championship banners, conference and divisional banners and the retired numbers looming overhead is an awesome sight to behold regardless if you are taking the ice or taking a seat. It holds a presence unmatched by any other arena in the world; all you have to do is look up.
In honor of the Montreal Canadiens and the heroes that hang from the rafters, A.T.R. presents the following pictorial tribute to the retired (and soon to be) numbers of the greatest team in all of sport. All photos courtesey of Gregsky's Collection. http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/07/once-in-lifetime-offer-from-gregsky.html
JACQUES PLANTE
DOUG HARVEY
JEAN BELIVEAU
BERNIE GEOFFRION
HOWIE MORENZ
MAURICE RICHARD
GUY LAFLEUR
DICKIE MOORE
YVAN COURNOYER
HENRI RICHARD
SERGE SAVARD
LARRY ROBINSON
BOB GAINEY
KEN DRYDEN
PATRICK ROY
Just one look upward in the house of Habs tells the story. The championship banners, conference and divisional banners and the retired numbers looming overhead is an awesome sight to behold regardless if you are taking the ice or taking a seat. It holds a presence unmatched by any other arena in the world; all you have to do is look up.
In honor of the Montreal Canadiens and the heroes that hang from the rafters, A.T.R. presents the following pictorial tribute to the retired (and soon to be) numbers of the greatest team in all of sport. All photos courtesey of Gregsky's Collection. http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/07/once-in-lifetime-offer-from-gregsky.html
JACQUES PLANTE
DOUG HARVEY
JEAN BELIVEAU
BERNIE GEOFFRION
HOWIE MORENZ
MAURICE RICHARD
GUY LAFLEUR
DICKIE MOORE
YVAN COURNOYER
HENRI RICHARD
SERGE SAVARD
LARRY ROBINSON
BOB GAINEY
KEN DRYDEN
PATRICK ROY
Monday, September 15, 2008
AROUND THE RINK CELEBRATES 100 YEARS OF HABS HOCKEY
As you all know, the start of this upcoming season marks the 100th anniversary of the most storied franchise in hockey history, the Montreal Canadiens. In honor of this historic event Around The Rink will be posting a weekly series starting next week and running throughout the season celebrating the teams and players that made this franchise one of the greatest in all of sports. So as not to completely bore anyone to death with too many statistics and bios about the players you already know and grew up with, the posts will be filled with images and interesting details, stories, quotes, etc. in the attempt to celebrate the past and relive the memories. All of the autographed pictures posted will be courtesy of Gregsky's Collection along with some old newspaper clippings and from the scrapbooks and magazines in Gregsky’s collection. This weekly feature promises to be very different from anything else you will find on the web celebrating this tremendous achievement.
We here at ATR hope you all will enjoy remembering the past and encourage you to share with us your stories of how the Canadies have effected your lives as well as your fondest memories of the teams and players. We hope you will join us each week this season as we celebrate 100 years of Montreal Canadiens hockey.
You can view each installment of the series by clicking below:
REFLECTING ON THE IMPACT OF A FRANCHISE
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/09/blog-post.html
GRANDPA'S STORIES OF YESTERYEAR
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/09/celebrating-100-years-of-habs-hockey.html
HEROES HANG FROM THE RAFTERS
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/10/celebrating-100-years-of-habs-hockey.html
STRENGTH UP THE MIDDLE
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/10/celebrating-100-years-of-habs-hockey_25.html
We here at ATR hope you all will enjoy remembering the past and encourage you to share with us your stories of how the Canadies have effected your lives as well as your fondest memories of the teams and players. We hope you will join us each week this season as we celebrate 100 years of Montreal Canadiens hockey.
You can view each installment of the series by clicking below:
REFLECTING ON THE IMPACT OF A FRANCHISE
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/09/blog-post.html
GRANDPA'S STORIES OF YESTERYEAR
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/09/celebrating-100-years-of-habs-hockey.html
HEROES HANG FROM THE RAFTERS
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/10/celebrating-100-years-of-habs-hockey.html
STRENGTH UP THE MIDDLE
http://aroundtherinkwithgregsky.blogspot.com/2008/10/celebrating-100-years-of-habs-hockey_25.html
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