Category Archives: 2011 Stanley Cup Playoffs

The NHL Has A Problem: The Vancouver Canucks

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Tab Bamford

Anyone that watched Game Three of the Stanley Cup Finals saw a horrific incident that is precisely the type of play the league must eliminate. If the NHL is serious about protecting the safety of its players, then what Aaron … Continue reading →

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Jonathan Toews Defense Becoming More Impressive The Longer the Vancouver Canucks Play

Posted on May 9, 2011 by Tab Bamford

Vancouver’s Ryan Kesler is making a strong case for the Conn Smythe Trophy this spring. And, the better Kesler plays, Jonathan Toews’ performance against him in the first round of the NHL playoffs becomes increasingly impressive.

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Blackhawks Lose OT Thriller, Season Ends in Vancouver

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Tab Bamford

Fans of the Vancouver Canucks and Chicago Blackhawks were treated to arguably the greatest series between a 1 and 8 seed in the history of the NHL. Unfortunately for Chicago’s fans, the final horn ended with the score favoring the … Continue reading →

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Blackhawks-Canucks: Game Day, Hawks Ready?

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Tab Bamford
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Roberto Luongo Talks About Game 7, Shows No Confidence

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Tab Bamford

Here’s video from the Canucks’ website of Roberto Luongo meeting with the media after practice on Monday. Of course, Luongo decided before the series that he wouldn’t meet with the media on off days or game days, but apparently he … Continue reading →

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Blackhawks-Canucks: Game Day, Luongo’s Ready?

Posted on April 26, 2011 by Tab Bamford
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Jonathan Toews: How He’s Playing An Outstanding Series

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Tab Bamford

  Blackhawks captain, and 2010 Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Jonathan Toews hasn’t had the most offensive series against the Vancouver Canucks to begin the 2011 postseason. But does his lack of scoring mean he’s having a bad series? Some people … Continue reading →

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Blackhawks-Canucks: More Numbers That Matter

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Tab Bamford

Here are a few more numbers that are interesting in this year’s NHL postseason: The following players have scored 3 goals in the playoffs: Alex Ovechkin, Bobby Ryan, Alex Semin, James Van Riemsdyk, Joe Pavelski, Shane Doan, Shea Weber, Patrick … Continue reading →

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Blackhawks-Canucks: Inside The Numbers from Game Six

Posted on April 25, 2011 by Tab Bamford

  The Canucks admittedly played their best game of the series in Chicago on Sunday night, and lost. The Blackhawks had a solid game, but a number of players weren’t their best. But there are a few numbers that stick … Continue reading →

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Ben Smith, Blackhawks Force Game 7

Posted on April 24, 2011 by Tab Bamford

Ben Smith. Ben ****ing Smith.

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