Our apologies for the late FTB. The kittens staged a revolt and attempted to take over both the ranch, and our hyperspace weapons research facility. Order was restored when we distracted them with a toy mouse that makes crinkly noises.
The Marlies won their first playoff game against the Sound Tigers. They play the second game today in Bridgeport at 5pm, and then all remaining games will be back here at Ricoh Coliseum, the first of which is Thursday. You can listen to the game live on TSN1050.
Marlies win playoff opener despite sitting out recent leading scorer Colin Smith - PPP
When you can sit your leading scorer of two months and win convincingly, your team is pretty good. The Marlies did that in their 4-1 win over the Bridgeport Sound Tigers in Game 1 of their pursuit of the Calder Cup.
The draft lottery is now less than a week away, which is nice as I am getting tired of reading about it and want get it over with.
What's the worst case outcome for the draft lottery? - PPP
We rank the scenarios of all 14 teams winning the lottery from best to worst.
Stanley Cup Playoffs
We said goodbye to the Rangers yesterday. They really looked like they game up, especially after Lundqvist let in the fifth goal. Today could see up to three more teams eliminated.
The Day The New York Rangers' Music Died - Blueshirt Banter
The Rangers are at a crossroads. They might not have much control over what path they take, either.
I think the early Capitals @ Flyers game will be the most interesting of the day. And I do mean early. It's on at noon. How shocking would it be if The Flyers somehow made a comeback and won the series? They've done it before! They even made a commercial about it.
They Flyers then went on to defeat the Canadiens in the Eastern Conference final, but then Mike Richards touched the Prince of Wales trophy and fucked it all up.
The Flyers were destroyed in the Stanley Cup finals, launching the Blackhawks dynasty. Thanks a lot, Mike. Richards is of course now playing for the Capitals. I am sure they will not let him anywhere near that thing if they do make it through to the final.
Today's schedule, all times EDT
Noon: Capitals @ Flyers on CBC and NBC
3:00PM: Stars @ Wild on SN and NBC
7:00PM: Panthers @ Islanders on CBC and NBCSN
Speaking of the Blackhawks.... can you pull it together Blues? Things are getting testy.
Other News
Thomas Chabot checks head of fellow Ottawa Senators prospect Gabriel Gagne in QMJHL semifinals
This one is ugly.
Here is the Thomas Chabot hit. pic.twitter.com/rYJgQXxGmN
— Jamie Tozer (@station_nation) April 23, 2016
CalgaryNext proposal torpedoed by city report that pegs total cost at $1.8B - CBC
The actual cost of the CalgaryNext arena-and-stadium proposal would likely reach $1.8 billion, with Calgary taxpayers on the hook for at least $1.2 billion, according to a new city report that effectively scuttles the project as it stands.
Battle of Ontario Episode 4 with Micah McCurdy and Rob Vollman - Silver Seven
Hockey Viz founder Micah McCurdy and ESPN Insider Rob Vollman join Callum Fraser and Alec Brownscombe to discuss the curious case of the Chicago Blackhawks, and whether or not Ben Bishop is an elite goaltender.
Bob Hartley: The Man, The Myth, The Legend - Matchsticks and Gasoline
Hartley has taken a lot of grief this past season, but should he be fired?
World U18 Championships: Finland Stuns United States in 3-2 - SB Nation College Hockey
A late power play goal gave Finland a stunning upset at the World U18s.
Gary Bettman Misses The Reality Of Pat Foley's Rant - St. Louis Game Time
Blackhawks TV announcer Pat Foley hit on a kernel of truth last night about the NHL's scheduling times.
Who do you think is most likely to be eliminated today?
| Flyers | 28 |
| Wild | 10 |
| Panthers | 1 |
| All three! | 31 |
| Whoever left the kitten ranch fence open | 22 |
