The 3rd period and OT of that Sharks game were probably the two best periods of hockey I've seen in a couple years.
The 3rd period and OT of that Sharks game were probably the two best periods of hockey I've seen in a couple years.
RBP (04-25-2019), Teh One Who Knocks (04-25-2019)
By Louis Casiano | Fox News
Angry U.S. hockey fans watching Sunday’s playoff game between the NHL’s Boston Bruins and Toronto Maple Leafs were treated to the back of one spectator’s head when he stood in front of a television camera during the final moments of a frantic third period.
The Maple Leafs fan – identified only as Scott to protect him from threats online – opened his phone after watching his team lose 4-2 in Game 6 at Toronto's Scotiabank Arena-- and noticed something wasn't right.
"I looked on Instagram and I was at the top of my feed," he told the CBC News Network on Tuesday. Some have even said: “off with his head.”
Upset Bruin fans, including actor Rob Lowe, took to Twitter to complain about the obstructed view.
"Watching the Boston Toronto hockey game and literally all I can see is the back of somebody’s head. NBC: needs to get their act together right now," Lowe tweeted.
Scott sat two rows in front of cameras at the game. When he stood to take in the action, he unknowingly blocked a large portion of ice near Boston’s goal. NBC, which broadcast the game for U.S. viewers, said technical difficulties forced the network to switch to a replacement camera during the third period. Canadian viewers had a clear view of the game, CBC reported.
The anger many Bruin fans felt presumably subsided when the team took care of the Maple Leafs with a 5-1 win Tuesday to advance to the second round against the Columbus Blue Jackets.
Godfather (04-26-2019)
I think NBC knew exactly what they were doing
Teh One Who Knocks (04-26-2019)
A highly respected and truly unique writer in Vancouver sports media, Jason Botchford, died suddenly at age 48 this week. Left behind 3 young kids and a wife, seemed like a healthy guy too. Listened to sports radio at work a bit today and it was incredibly sad. You spend hours reading a guy's articles, seeing his great fan interaction on Twitter, listening to him on radio, and to have him pass so suddenly is awful. He recently moved to The Athletic and I signed up for a subscription just to continue reading his articles. RIP Botch. I wish you'd been able to see us win a cup.
Even Torts and some old Canucks wished their condolences today
- I am shattered. Just sitting here in a daze. I have lost the best podcasting partner a guy could ask for. Botch was also a friend, colleague, travelling companion & a driving force in #Canucks coverage. So many great memories. My sincerest sympathy to his family. #ripbotch ��
https://twitter.com/patersonjeff/sta...18189043208192
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- So incredibly sad. Such an incredible loss. My deepest sympathy to Jason’s family which includes those at the Athletic and TSN 1040.
https://twitter.com/DarrenDreger/sta...18628748873730
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- No words. Devastating. Heart breaking.
https://twitter.com/PierreVLeBrun/st...19126906359810
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- Deepest sympathies to the family of Jason Botchford, incredibly sad news to learn of his passing at just 48. Creative,passionate, a bit zany and so good at what he did. I loved my back-and-forth with Botch, both on and off the air.. will miss those. #RIP
https://twitter.com/rayferrarotsn/st...20920990490624
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- Horrible news. No one covered the #Canucks with more passion.
https://twitter.com/DhaliwalSports/s...21054625275904
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- He was the Batman to my Robin. I have zero words for this. I don't even know how to process this. I'm gonna miss you Botch. You had such a huge impact on my writing and were also a friend away from the writing game. I don't know what else to say or think.
https://twitter.com/TheStanchion/sta...21155061944323
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- This is unspeakably sad. Botch was a bright, talented spirit and is gone far too young. My condolences to his family, friends and colleagues.
https://twitter.com/reporterchris/st...19321891000320
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- Awful. Condolences to Jason’s family and friends. Always enjoyed going back and forth with him on Vancouver radio. 48 is way too young.
https://twitter.com/tsnjamesduthie/s...20802010554368
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- Would like to pass on my deepest condolences to the Botchford family. There are no words to express the right amount of sympathy towards his wife and young children. He will be greatly missed by all of us.
https://twitter.com/BlakePriceTSN/st...18943011188736
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- This is so incredibly sad. Deepest condolences to his family. Devastating news.
https://twitter.com/TSNRyanRishaug/s...19540754026496
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- We are completely heartbroken at @TheAthleticNHL this week. RIP Jason - we miss you. You were an amazing colleague and friend.
https://twitter.com/mirtle/status/1123618655244185600
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- Stunned and saddened by the loss of colleague Jason Botchford. Although we often disagreed, Jason’s talent and passion as a writer were undeniable. His clarity and conviction as a reporter allowed him to connect with readers like few others. My heart goes out to Jason’s family.
https://twitter.com/imacSportsnet/st...22925196619776
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- This is incredibly sad news. Condolences to his family and many, many friends.
https://twitter.com/GMillerTSN/statu...23776602787840
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- This is absolutely heartbreaking news.
Our deepest condolences to all of Jason's family and friends.
https://twitter.com/CapFriendly/stat...21303045513216
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- John Tortorella starts his press briefing with condolences for Jason Botchford's family. Says he just found out about his death.
https://twitter.com/reporterchris/st...25609341444097
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- This obituary captures what many of us recognized about Jason
https://twitter.com/FriedgeHNIC/stat...24738222297088
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- Crestfallen for Botchford's family. Shocked and saddened by the news. RIP Botch.
https://twitter.com/sportsnetmurph/s...28010500812801
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- We are all deeply saddened by the passing of long-time Canucks beat reporter, Jason Botchford. Jason was an incredibly passionate and dedicated reporter who connected with Canucks fans everywhere. His loss is heart-breaking for us all. The Botchford family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
https://twitter.com/CanucksPR/status...28507043512320
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- Shocked to hear the sad news about Jason Botchford. A well respected journalist I felt that I connected with on a personal level.
Thoughts are with his loved ones in this difficult time. Rest In Peace
https://twitter.com/eddielack/status...28882521759745
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- Jason and I worked on stories together, we shared info. There was a trust level between the 2 of us. I respected his passion and ability to get information. We had heated conversations as well but respect was always there. RIP Botch and condolences to his family.
https://twitter.com/DhaliwalSports/s...31368649433088
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- There can be insincere hyperbole when someone passes away, but in the case of Jason, I truly can’t think of a beat writer for any sport that covered their game like Botch. The Provies and Athletties were mandatory reading. Even for the rest of us covering the same game!
https://twitter.com/BlakePriceTSN/st...32629041917952
Last edited by Godfather; 05-02-2019 at 06:23 AM.
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Damn Lance, your B's are buzzing. I think Rask's 39 save shutout tonight might've been one of the best goalie performances of these playoffs, maybe one of the best of his career? Should be a good round vs the Hurricanes next!
Also holy shit:
In a collective 263 minutes playing against Patrice Bergeron..... Tavares, Marner, Panarin, Atkinson, Matthews, Jenner, and Duchene have been on-ice for a combined 4 goals
Last edited by Godfather; 05-07-2019 at 06:26 AM.
Teh One Who Knocks (05-07-2019)
First time in the conference finals in 6 years
Carolina is playing great though, this one will be a tough series.
That offside no-goal called against the Avs made me roll my eyes. Sure, it's offside by the rules because Gabe hadn't quite got off the ice onto the bench... but it really had no impact on the play IMO. These play reviews are out of hand and it sounds like they may keep adding more.
Go back to no offside video review, and no goalie interference video review. The refs call can stand for everything except whether the puck actually crossed the goal line if their view was obstructed. These play reviews are boring and usually meaningless to the actual goal if the ref couldn't see it clearly with their own eyes in the first place.
If someone was a half step offside and play continued for 30 seconds before scoring, what fucking difference does it make? If a linesman standing on the blue line couldn't spot it, then they got away with it. End of.
Mark my words, we're going to have a team on the ice celebrating a huge moment, sticks and gloves everywhere, only to have a goal called back for something stupid and it's going to be a really bad look for the league. Already happened in a women's tourny this year.
Teh One Who Knocks (05-09-2019)
That's exactly how I'd feel if he were on my time. Kind of a piece of shit, but hilarious, great for the game, and incredible talent to back up his shenanigans. Only thing I'd change about him is that I do wish he'd actually drop the gloves more often when he does something really dirty.
Boston absolutely dummied the Canes last night, holy.
Ugh... I've watched a lot of hockey since they started reviewing goalie interference and I have less idea than ever what the actual rule is. This is fucking stupid.
Oh and the Sharks won tonight on a clear hand-pass. That is non-reviewable...
EDIT: Oh god they gave him an assist for the hand pass, but cut it out of the gif of the goal in the NHL's own instagram accountFix your shit NHL
Last edited by Godfather; 05-16-2019 at 07:00 AM.