SBN's NHL Playoffs Coverage

by PPP on Apr 13, 2009 9:00 AM EDT

This post serves as a testament to the hard work of James Mirtle since he has taken the reins of the hockey sites in the SBN megaverse. When he came on board early this season I think there were 5 sites up and running and two more in development. Last playoffs I think only 2 sites were involved. One year on all 30 teams are covered (Oilers and Blue Jackets are on the way) and there are 15 ready for the playoffs (CBJ = TBA). Apparently you can get quite a lot done when you aren't accusing the Leafs' of tanking or tracking down Mikhail Grabovski's alleged ties to crime syndicates.

Just like last year I'll be following the Washington Capitals and despite doing a terrible job of rigging the poll Chemmy will transform himself into a BJs Super Fan (all anecdotal evidence that he should hate them aside). You'll notice that the poll took a huge surge towards St. Louis. Our friends at St. Louis Game Time have shown some admiration for the PPP community and have extended a warm welcome to our kindred site. It's like the American version of this site so head on over if you are so inclined.

Actually, I'd recommend all of these sites as great places to keep up with whatever team you decide to support during the playoffs. Keep in mind that every community has its own guidelines and codes of conduct so some things that fly over here might not be kosher.

Without further ado here are the first round match-ups and the SBN sites that will be covering them. SBN is also going to launch a Playoff Hub similar to the one they had at the trade deadline. When that goes live I'll post the link.

Eastern Conference Playoff Matchups
Stanley Cup of Chowder	# 1 Boston Bruins	vs.	# 8 Montreal Canadiens	Habs Eyes on the Prize
Japers' Rink	# 2 Washington Capitals	vs.	# 7 New York Rangers	Blueshirt Banter
In Lou We Trust	# 3 New Jersey Devils	vs.	# 6 Carolina Hurricanes	Canes Country
PensBurgh	# 4 Pittsburgh Penguins	vs.	# 5 Philadelphia Flyers	Broad Street Hockey

Western Conference Playoff Matchups
Fear The Fin	# 1 San Jose Sharks	vs.	# 8 Anaheim Ducks	Anaheim Ducks
Winging It In Motown	# 2 Detroit Red Wings	vs.	# 7 Columbus Blue Jackets	Pension Plan Puppets
Nucks Misconduct	# 3 Vancouver Canucks	vs.	# 6 St. Louis Blues	St. Louis Game Time
Second City Hockey	# 4 Chicago Blackhawks	vs.	# 5 Calgary Flames	Matchsticks & Gasoline

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you adopted jackets? I guess a bit of nash love doesnt’ hurt anyone… :)

Как хотел я

by sleza on Apr 13, 2009 9:29 AM EDT reply actions

Jackets and caps seem to be two of the bandwagoner favs round here

you should be happy

Because Taking The Leafs Seriously Is Not An Option

by JaredFromLondon on Apr 13, 2009 9:42 AM EDT up reply actions

PPP FANTASY CHALLENGE

Is there gonna be a fantasy draft that we all do or do I just pick out 10(?) players and send em to Matt Black??

by the_craze on Apr 13, 2009 9:33 AM EDT reply actions

You send an email to Mattblack with your chosen team name and he sends you the rules and a list of players that you can pick from.

You've had all your word nourishment for one day.

by Mattblack on Apr 13, 2009 9:42 AM EDT up reply actions

i did just that

by the_craze on Apr 13, 2009 9:46 AM EDT up reply actions

to waddi78@gmail.com

by the_craze on Apr 13, 2009 9:47 AM EDT up reply actions

So you did! And a reply is winging its way to you as we speak.

You've had all your word nourishment for one day.

by Mattblack on Apr 13, 2009 10:00 AM EDT up reply actions

iite cool man

by the_craze on Apr 13, 2009 10:03 AM EDT up reply actions

I spent some time on sunday at SLGT and it was quite fun.

Making stuff up since real Leafs news is far too depressing

by loser domi on Apr 13, 2009 9:38 AM EDT reply actions

still alive

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by Chemmy on Apr 13, 2009 9:44 AM EDT reply actions

We hear

You have a thing for BJ’s, Chemmy. Care to comment?

"We've had an ongoing problem with Grabovski this year." Bob Gainey, 4/04/09

by kidkawartha on Apr 13, 2009 1:12 PM EDT up reply actions

You Don't

Trust those of us that were around for that horrible, horrible sharing session.

Pension Plan Puppets: A Toronto Maple Leafs blog and a group therapy session.

by PPP on Apr 13, 2009 1:34 PM EDT up reply actions

It'

"We've had an ongoing problem with Grabovski this year." Bob Gainey, 4/04/09

by kidkawartha on Apr 13, 2009 1:40 PM EDT up reply actions

Oops.

It’s not hard to imagine. It is however, hard to wipe the potential images from operating memory.

"We've had an ongoing problem with Grabovski this year." Bob Gainey, 4/04/09

by kidkawartha on Apr 13, 2009 1:41 PM EDT up reply actions

Oh God, please no!

I managed to repress all memories of those tales, and it took a lot of booze. I can’t afford to buy that much booze again.

"I’m tired of trying to find happiness through lies and self medicating. If you need me, I’ll be at the bar."

by Mabel on Apr 13, 2009 1:41 PM EDT up reply actions

Your pool win will solve that, mabes.

"We've had an ongoing problem with Grabovski this year." Bob Gainey, 4/04/09

by kidkawartha on Apr 13, 2009 1:41 PM EDT up reply actions

I don't think so

There isn’t enough booze in the world to wipe those images out again. In fact, I’m starting to go a little catatonic just thinking about the first time I heard……. argh!!!!!

"I’m tired of trying to find happiness through lies and self medicating. If you need me, I’ll be at the bar."

by Mabel on Apr 13, 2009 1:43 PM EDT up reply actions

He he.

Mystery Men reference-
“Not enough beer”

"We've had an ongoing problem with Grabovski this year." Bob Gainey, 4/04/09

by kidkawartha on Apr 13, 2009 1:57 PM EDT up reply actions

I was cheering for Columbus but now that they’re in 7th and the Blues are in 6th….GO BLUES!!!

by Clawson on Apr 13, 2009 9:53 AM EDT reply actions

Columbus-Detroit? Nice knowing you, Ohio.

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by Chemmy on Apr 13, 2009 9:58 AM EDT up reply actions

They did just beat them 8-2 and Steve Mason is miles better than Osgood and Conklin. They have a shot.

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by PPP on Apr 13, 2009 9:59 AM EDT up reply actions

Yeah but I’m worried that Detroit was on cruise control in the regular season. I’m thinking that Hossa and Datsyuk are going to go fucking crazy in the playoffs again.

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by Chemmy on Apr 13, 2009 10:08 AM EDT up reply actions