SabresRepublic Posted April 4, 2010 Report Posted April 4, 2010 Don't worry, our aptitude and skill will prevail! I didn't watch the game until late in the third. Most of the games I saw between the two were well officiated. This one may be the exception. Methinks that players and coaches are NOT allowed to protest the officiating as part of their contract with the NHL. There is much about the workings of the NHL and the Board of Governors that are off limits to us. Who are the Board of Governors. Are they elected? If so, by whom? Also, how is the officiating kept to a standard of quality control? Is there a standard of quality control? Do the officials take an oath of honor? If NOT, why NOT? These bad calls or non-calls are on video. Methinks we should compile them and document every instance. It will be the only way to pressure these wizards of oz if in fact the players and coaches have their hands tied contractually. Officiating can change the momentum of any game. I for one have witnessed it time and again. Some of the announcers have spoken to some of these instances of officiating mediocrity (to say the least!) Sometimes aptitude and skill cannot overcome momentum shifts created by subpar officiating!
bunomatic Posted April 4, 2010 Report Posted April 4, 2010 Oh,and for the record,I'll say it first.This team misses the playoffs next year.
bunomatic Posted April 4, 2010 Report Posted April 4, 2010 And about that officiating,2 or 3 long time refs are set to retire after this year or next.Close to 60 or 70 years of experience being replaced by newbies.Do you think it'll get any better?
Kristian Posted April 4, 2010 Report Posted April 4, 2010 "We didn't compete... it's pathetic," said Craig Rivet. ".... This is a recording.".
Stoner Posted April 4, 2010 Report Posted April 4, 2010 ".... This is a recording.". For some guys on this team, it's like picking a scab. They have to keep re-opening certain issues, but they have to wait until the time is right. Miller is famous for it. Of course he can't say it during a winning streak, but usually after the second loss in a row, the floodgates open. Issues, people, this team has issues! I still say Miller's quizzical "WTF" gesture at Lalime when Ruff didn't pull him earlier in the Montreal game was very telling.
deluca67 Posted April 4, 2010 Report Posted April 4, 2010 "We didn't compete... it's pathetic," said Craig Rivet. Seems like the team is just following the Captains lead. Rivet has been the worst Sabre for sometime now. Maybe he should give up the 'C' and tell Lindy to sit him.
Eleven Posted April 4, 2010 Report Posted April 4, 2010 I was unable to see most of the game last night (I caught about 5 minutes of the first period). I'm happy that I was unable to see it. I'll be there Tuesday to watch them clinch the division at home.
BuffalOhio Posted April 4, 2010 Report Posted April 4, 2010 With the attack, the young winger Sergei Kostitsyn illustrated himself on his return to the play after an absence of a match because of a wound to the bottom of the body. “Serge K” obtained a goal, in addition to piling up a master key.
waldo Posted April 5, 2010 Report Posted April 5, 2010 Miller scares no one. I can guarantee you that. And this: if the Sabres don't figure out their breakout plays -- and stop passing the puck back below the dots -- they're one and done in the postseason, against whoever. A very typical Lindy Ruff effort tonight. excellent observation. astute!
Kristian Posted April 5, 2010 Report Posted April 5, 2010 Miller scares no one. I can guarantee you that. And this: if the Sabres don't figure out their breakout plays -- and stop passing the puck back below the dots -- they're one and done in the postseason, against whoever. A very typical Lindy Ruff effort tonight. How can you say that?? This is the guy who went after Billy Smith!! /sarcasm off
Stoner Posted April 5, 2010 Report Posted April 5, 2010 How can you say that?? This is the guy who went after Billy Smith!! /sarcasm off LOL. A good poll would be who milked one moment more? Lindy Brad May Jason Pominville
SwampD Posted April 5, 2010 Report Posted April 5, 2010 LOL. A good poll would be who milked one moment more? Lindy Brad May Jason Pominville I choose - D) Brian Campbell
wonderbread Posted April 5, 2010 Report Posted April 5, 2010 I choose - D) Brian Campbell Damn I was gonna say that!!!
SwampD Posted April 5, 2010 Report Posted April 5, 2010 My. Bad. Very funny question, though. You could even add Drury to that list.
Stoner Posted April 5, 2010 Report Posted April 5, 2010 Very funny question, though. You could even add Drury to that list. Dunno about that.
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