Toronto vs Philadelphia

[Guyute]

Discuss this 1st round matchup here.

[Guyute]

Discuss this 1st round matchup here.

[Guyute]

Discuss this 1st round matchup here.

[Guyute]

yeah baby. this is what I've been waiting for. I think canes fanes will be able to enjoy some smiles out of these games, as the flyers put some beatings on the leafs.

I have a lot of confidence in these boys this year (for those of you that don't know, I grew up just outside of philly.. been a flyers fan since I grabbed my first stick at 4.. and always will be)... of course I have to have that small seed of fear in the back of my mind of the plague of playoffs in philly. it's not usually pretty.

last year's 1st round against ottawa sure wasn't. but... it's a new year. it's time to get past the 1st round. toronto is our speedbump.

time to jackhammer.

[Guyute]

yeah baby. this is what I've been waiting for. I think canes fanes will be able to enjoy some smiles out of these games, as the flyers put some beatings on the leafs.

I have a lot of confidence in these boys this year (for those of you that don't know, I grew up just outside of philly.. been a flyers fan since I grabbed my first stick at 4.. and always will be)... of course I have to have that small seed of fear in the back of my mind of the plague of playoffs in philly. it's not usually pretty.

last year's 1st round against ottawa sure wasn't. but... it's a new year. it's time to get past the 1st round. toronto is our speedbump.

time to jackhammer.

[Guyute]

yeah baby. this is what I've been waiting for. I think canes fanes will be able to enjoy some smiles out of these games, as the flyers put some beatings on the leafs.

I have a lot of confidence in these boys this year (for those of you that don't know, I grew up just outside of philly.. been a flyers fan since I grabbed my first stick at 4.. and always will be)... of course I have to have that small seed of fear in the back of my mind of the plague of playoffs in philly. it's not usually pretty.

last year's 1st round against ottawa sure wasn't. but... it's a new year. it's time to get past the 1st round. toronto is our speedbump.

time to jackhammer.

[SouthernHockeyChick]

I am totally looking forward to seeing the Leafs get their butts handed to them by the Flyers. The thing that most stuff I've read seems to think will be the big question mark is Roman Cechmanek. I feel like the Leaf's defense (or lack thereof) may be a pretty big question mark as well. They are certainly well matched teams physically. It's gonna be a fun series to watch!

[SouthernHockeyChick]

I am totally looking forward to seeing the Leafs get their butts handed to them by the Flyers. The thing that most stuff I've read seems to think will be the big question mark is Roman Cechmanek. I feel like the Leaf's defense (or lack thereof) may be a pretty big question mark as well. They are certainly well matched teams physically. It's gonna be a fun series to watch!

[SouthernHockeyChick]

I am totally looking forward to seeing the Leafs get their butts handed to them by the Flyers. The thing that most stuff I've read seems to think will be the big question mark is Roman Cechmanek. I feel like the Leaf's defense (or lack thereof) may be a pretty big question mark as well. They are certainly well matched teams physically. It's gonna be a fun series to watch!

[Guyute]

I'm really not sure Roman is as big of a question mark as he has been in the past. In the last 6 games he's started, he's gone 4-0-2, with a GA of 5, a SV% of .960, and 2 shutouts.

go back a few weeks, and add 3 more shutouts. dude has gotten on track. the question mark for me with this team, is the powerplay. which has been Dismal.

[Guyute]

I'm really not sure Roman is as big of a question mark as he has been in the past. In the last 6 games he's started, he's gone 4-0-2, with a GA of 5, a SV% of .960, and 2 shutouts.

go back a few weeks, and add 3 more shutouts. dude has gotten on track. the question mark for me with this team, is the powerplay. which has been Dismal.

[Guyute]

I'm really not sure Roman is as big of a question mark as he has been in the past. In the last 6 games he's started, he's gone 4-0-2, with a GA of 5, a SV% of .960, and 2 shutouts.

go back a few weeks, and add 3 more shutouts. dude has gotten on track. the question mark for me with this team, is the powerplay. which has been Dismal.

[folgersnyourcup]

I think this series has the makings of a classic. I certainly won't be missing any of the games! As much as I was looking forward to Ottawa finally getting their playoff revenge against Toronto, I would certainly be just as happy if the Leafs were eleminated early. Cechmanek needs to come up big in this series against the likes of Sundin and Nolan though. I think that Belfour will be strong throughout the series. Unfortunately there's only so much he can do with the defense out in front of him. Quinn was looking to help him out considerably with the addition of Wesley but him being out for possibly the entire first round doesn't help Belfour or the Leafs any. I was looking forward to watching him play...

Yeah the Flyers collapsed last playoffs and scored an NHL record grand total of 2 goals in 5 games but they should bounce back strong this year. As SHC said though, Cechmanek is a big question mark. He has the potential to win or lose this series for them. Last year he called out his teammate's though during the playoffs and did a bit of fussing. He needs to avoid that and just play his role to the best of his ability.

This series can (and probably will) get very ugly though. Particularly if the Leafs start to lose their grips on the series. Much has been made in the Toronto papers about with their late-season acquisitions and play this year how they finally may make it all the way to the finals..... I don't see that happening. It's a shame for fans of the losing team in this series that they don't get to continue on. Both teams had an excellent year and go into these playoffs with high hopes. That'll just make for a more exciting first round playoff matchup for us fans! Again, this should be a great one and I'm looking for the Flyers to win this in 7. I'm seeing the Flyers take a 3-2 series lead, get blown out in the next game (I think Cechmanek will play one poor game) but then take the series in game 7.

[folgersnyourcup]

I think this series has the makings of a classic. I certainly won't be missing any of the games! As much as I was looking forward to Ottawa finally getting their playoff revenge against Toronto, I would certainly be just as happy if the Leafs were eleminated early. Cechmanek needs to come up big in this series against the likes of Sundin and Nolan though. I think that Belfour will be strong throughout the series. Unfortunately there's only so much he can do with the defense out in front of him. Quinn was looking to help him out considerably with the addition of Wesley but him being out for possibly the entire first round doesn't help Belfour or the Leafs any. I was looking forward to watching him play...

Yeah the Flyers collapsed last playoffs and scored an NHL record grand total of 2 goals in 5 games but they should bounce back strong this year. As SHC said though, Cechmanek is a big question mark. He has the potential to win or lose this series for them. Last year he called out his teammate's though during the playoffs and did a bit of fussing. He needs to avoid that and just play his role to the best of his ability.

This series can (and probably will) get very ugly though. Particularly if the Leafs start to lose their grips on the series. Much has been made in the Toronto papers about with their late-season acquisitions and play this year how they finally may make it all the way to the finals..... I don't see that happening. It's a shame for fans of the losing team in this series that they don't get to continue on. Both teams had an excellent year and go into these playoffs with high hopes. That'll just make for a more exciting first round playoff matchup for us fans! Again, this should be a great one and I'm looking for the Flyers to win this in 7. I'm seeing the Flyers take a 3-2 series lead, get blown out in the next game (I think Cechmanek will play one poor game) but then take the series in game 7.

[folgersnyourcup]

I think this series has the makings of a classic. I certainly won't be missing any of the games! As much as I was looking forward to Ottawa finally getting their playoff revenge against Toronto, I would certainly be just as happy if the Leafs were eleminated early. Cechmanek needs to come up big in this series against the likes of Sundin and Nolan though. I think that Belfour will be strong throughout the series. Unfortunately there's only so much he can do with the defense out in front of him. Quinn was looking to help him out considerably with the addition of Wesley but him being out for possibly the entire first round doesn't help Belfour or the Leafs any. I was looking forward to watching him play...

Yeah the Flyers collapsed last playoffs and scored an NHL record grand total of 2 goals in 5 games but they should bounce back strong this year. As SHC said though, Cechmanek is a big question mark. He has the potential to win or lose this series for them. Last year he called out his teammate's though during the playoffs and did a bit of fussing. He needs to avoid that and just play his role to the best of his ability.

This series can (and probably will) get very ugly though. Particularly if the Leafs start to lose their grips on the series. Much has been made in the Toronto papers about with their late-season acquisitions and play this year how they finally may make it all the way to the finals..... I don't see that happening. It's a shame for fans of the losing team in this series that they don't get to continue on. Both teams had an excellent year and go into these playoffs with high hopes. That'll just make for a more exciting first round playoff matchup for us fans! Again, this should be a great one and I'm looking for the Flyers to win this in 7. I'm seeing the Flyers take a 3-2 series lead, get blown out in the next game (I think Cechmanek will play one poor game) but then take the series in game 7.

[StJacquesRulz25]

Well since I live in Philly and I am a diehard Flyers fan.....I really think the boys will beat the leafs in a long, tough series. Roman is not our problem he never has been....and especially not this season...him and Esche have the share of the Jennings trophy and yes it helps to have a good defensive style and team for once. Our biggest problem will be and seemed to be all year but not as of late scoring enough goals! sometimes the flyers decide to show up and score then other itmes they can't buy a goal. with the addition to amonte and my boy johnny leclair being back that doesn't seem to be a problem...would be nice to see some other guys help out too..like recchi and sami but who knows. i think the flyers will come away with the win and if they do will go far maybe not the cup but better than the last couple of years! LETS GO FLYERS! Sorry I know this is a canes board. I like them too

[StJacquesRulz25]

Well since I live in Philly and I am a diehard Flyers fan.....I really think the boys will beat the leafs in a long, tough series. Roman is not our problem he never has been....and especially not this season...him and Esche have the share of the Jennings trophy and yes it helps to have a good defensive style and team for once. Our biggest problem will be and seemed to be all year but not as of late scoring enough goals! sometimes the flyers decide to show up and score then other itmes they can't buy a goal. with the addition to amonte and my boy johnny leclair being back that doesn't seem to be a problem...would be nice to see some other guys help out too..like recchi and sami but who knows. i think the flyers will come away with the win and if they do will go far maybe not the cup but better than the last couple of years! LETS GO FLYERS! Sorry I know this is a canes board. I like them too

[StJacquesRulz25]

Well since I live in Philly and I am a diehard Flyers fan.....I really think the boys will beat the leafs in a long, tough series. Roman is not our problem he never has been....and especially not this season...him and Esche have the share of the Jennings trophy and yes it helps to have a good defensive style and team for once. Our biggest problem will be and seemed to be all year but not as of late scoring enough goals! sometimes the flyers decide to show up and score then other itmes they can't buy a goal. with the addition to amonte and my boy johnny leclair being back that doesn't seem to be a problem...would be nice to see some other guys help out too..like recchi and sami but who knows. i think the flyers will come away with the win and if they do will go far maybe not the cup but better than the last couple of years! LETS GO FLYERS! Sorry I know this is a canes board. I like them too

[crazy4canes]

Sorry I know this is a canes board.

No need to be sorry. This thread (and this forum for that matter) is for discussing other teams. You and guyute can have a Philly love-fest all you want in here. :beatup:

[crazy4canes]

Sorry I know this is a canes board.

No need to be sorry. This thread (and this forum for that matter) is for discussing other teams. You and guyute can have a Philly love-fest all you want in here. :beatup:

[crazy4canes]

Sorry I know this is a canes board.

No need to be sorry. This thread (and this forum for that matter) is for discussing other teams. You and guyute can have a Philly love-fest all you want in here. :beatup:

[StJacquesRulz25]

Thanks! :D

[StJacquesRulz25]

Thanks! :D

[StJacquesRulz25]

Thanks! :D

[Guyute]

can't agree with you that Roman has never been our problem. in previous years he's been incredibly streaky. he drops bombs during the playoffs accusing management of liking boosh more than him (stating it was probably because he was cech. always great to start dissention during the playoffs when you're already getting your arse kicked). he has a habit of creating a stir, and not always backing it up with play.

yes, he CAN be one of the best goalies in the eastern conf, imo. but that's not always the case.

however, at this point, I'd agree that he's not the big concern for the flyguys. he's had a very good season, and the last few weeks have been vezina worthy.

the most I can logically hope for is the EC Finals. I don't think that Roman, at this point in his career, is the guy that's going to lead us to the holy land.

Amonte was a very good addition, and Johnny Vermont being back is Huuuuuge. some more guys need to step up tho.

This will be a long bone-crunching series. Flyers come out on top though.

Let's Go Flyers!

[Guyute]

can't agree with you that Roman has never been our problem. in previous years he's been incredibly streaky. he drops bombs during the playoffs accusing management of liking boosh more than him (stating it was probably because he was cech. always great to start dissention during the playoffs when you're already getting your arse kicked). he has a habit of creating a stir, and not always backing it up with play.

yes, he CAN be one of the best goalies in the eastern conf, imo. but that's not always the case.

however, at this point, I'd agree that he's not the big concern for the flyguys. he's had a very good season, and the last few weeks have been vezina worthy.

the most I can logically hope for is the EC Finals. I don't think that Roman, at this point in his career, is the guy that's going to lead us to the holy land.

Amonte was a very good addition, and Johnny Vermont being back is Huuuuuge. some more guys need to step up tho.

This will be a long bone-crunching series. Flyers come out on top though.

Let's Go Flyers!

[Guyute]

can't agree with you that Roman has never been our problem. in previous years he's been incredibly streaky. he drops bombs during the playoffs accusing management of liking boosh more than him (stating it was probably because he was cech. always great to start dissention during the playoffs when you're already getting your arse kicked). he has a habit of creating a stir, and not always backing it up with play.

yes, he CAN be one of the best goalies in the eastern conf, imo. but that's not always the case.

however, at this point, I'd agree that he's not the big concern for the flyguys. he's had a very good season, and the last few weeks have been vezina worthy.

the most I can logically hope for is the EC Finals. I don't think that Roman, at this point in his career, is the guy that's going to lead us to the holy land.

Amonte was a very good addition, and Johnny Vermont being back is Huuuuuge. some more guys need to step up tho.

This will be a long bone-crunching series. Flyers come out on top though.

Let's Go Flyers!

[crazy4canes]

Maybe it's just me, but Cechmanek reminds me of Archie. No style at all, just whatever you have to do (or use) to stop the puck. Strange.

[crazy4canes]

Maybe it's just me, but Cechmanek reminds me of Archie. No style at all, just whatever you have to do (or use) to stop the puck. Strange.

[crazy4canes]

Maybe it's just me, but Cechmanek reminds me of Archie. No style at all, just whatever you have to do (or use) to stop the puck. Strange.

[Guyute]

yep, a flopper. :D

[Guyute]

yep, a flopper. :D

[Guyute]

yep, a flopper. :D

[crazy4canes]

yep, a flopper. :D

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[crazy4canes]

yep, a flopper. :D

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[crazy4canes]

yep, a flopper. :D

http://websmileys.bei.t-online.de/lachen49.gif

[Alicia]

OK, Glen or Sami? I hate it and agree, this series is gonna be UG-LY!! Philly in a tough 7.

[Alicia]

OK, Glen or Sami? I hate it and agree, this series is gonna be UG-LY!! Philly in a tough 7.

[Alicia]

OK, Glen or Sami? I hate it and agree, this series is gonna be UG-LY!! Philly in a tough 7.

[tommy]

Philly has been, IMO, a team that hasn't gotten much attention compared to other teams this year, mostly due to the surprise teams making the playoffs.

But I think that Cechmanek can handle it; and the Flyers team is incredible. I think that they can go quite far this season.

Flyers in 6 or 7.

[tommy]

Philly has been, IMO, a team that hasn't gotten much attention compared to other teams this year, mostly due to the surprise teams making the playoffs.

But I think that Cechmanek can handle it; and the Flyers team is incredible. I think that they can go quite far this season.

Flyers in 6 or 7.

[tommy]

Philly has been, IMO, a team that hasn't gotten much attention compared to other teams this year, mostly due to the surprise teams making the playoffs.

But I think that Cechmanek can handle it; and the Flyers team is incredible. I think that they can go quite far this season.

Flyers in 6 or 7.

[RIO]

As much as I truely LOATHE Toronto, this won't be an easy match-up. Belfour has been standing tall in goal ( *ack*!!!) and the Flyers have been up one minute, down the next. But I really like Jeremy Roenick and have confidence that the Flyers can win this. Too bad the Leafs are like rabid pitbulls with a death-wish.


Go Flyers!

[RIO]

As much as I truely LOATHE Toronto, this won't be an easy match-up. Belfour has been standing tall in goal ( *ack*!!!) and the Flyers have been up one minute, down the next. But I really like Jeremy Roenick and have confidence that the Flyers can win this. Too bad the Leafs are like rabid pitbulls with a death-wish.


Go Flyers!

[RIO]

As much as I truely LOATHE Toronto, this won't be an easy match-up. Belfour has been standing tall in goal ( *ack*!!!) and the Flyers have been up one minute, down the next. But I really like Jeremy Roenick and have confidence that the Flyers can win this. Too bad the Leafs are like rabid pitbulls with a death-wish.


Go Flyers!

[Turbulence]

[quote="Tommy"]But I think that Cechmanek can handle it[/i]
And if he falters, Robert Esche can come in and play very well for a backup...sometimes I almost think they'd be better off in starting Esche.

I hate to admit it, but I think Toronto will win this series. Belfour will carry them. Toronto in 6.

[Turbulence]

[quote="Tommy"]But I think that Cechmanek can handle it[/i]
And if he falters, Robert Esche can come in and play very well for a backup...sometimes I almost think they'd be better off in starting Esche.

I hate to admit it, but I think Toronto will win this series. Belfour will carry them. Toronto in 6.

[Turbulence]

[quote="Tommy"]But I think that Cechmanek can handle it[/i]
And if he falters, Robert Esche can come in and play very well for a backup...sometimes I almost think they'd be better off in starting Esche.

I hate to admit it, but I think Toronto will win this series. Belfour will carry them. Toronto in 6.

[StJacquesRulz25]

I don't think you have to worry about roman going crazy and calling the team out again ....he has been constantly made a part of the team ...the flyers have a group of guys that meet like an inner circle and roman was brought into that and he gets to tell them how he feels or what he thinks is wrong and they listen ....so he feels more like a part of the team ...and hitchcock knows how to handle or deal roman unlike barber.

and i must agree roman is a flopper and scary at times....lol....i love when he stops it with his head the cranium carum or however u spell it...lol

[StJacquesRulz25]

I don't think you have to worry about roman going crazy and calling the team out again ....he has been constantly made a part of the team ...the flyers have a group of guys that meet like an inner circle and roman was brought into that and he gets to tell them how he feels or what he thinks is wrong and they listen ....so he feels more like a part of the team ...and hitchcock knows how to handle or deal roman unlike barber.

and i must agree roman is a flopper and scary at times....lol....i love when he stops it with his head the cranium carum or however u spell it...lol

[StJacquesRulz25]

I don't think you have to worry about roman going crazy and calling the team out again ....he has been constantly made a part of the team ...the flyers have a group of guys that meet like an inner circle and roman was brought into that and he gets to tell them how he feels or what he thinks is wrong and they listen ....so he feels more like a part of the team ...and hitchcock knows how to handle or deal roman unlike barber.

and i must agree roman is a flopper and scary at times....lol....i love when he stops it with his head the cranium carum or however u spell it...lol

[Guyute]

oh yeah... never would I doubt Hitch's ability to 'handle' someone better than Billy could ever dream of. that will be THE difference in this playoff run as opposed to last year's shalacking.

lol@ stopping a puck with his head. he is funny (albeit is Very Scary to philly fans) to watch.

I think we'll be alright though. :beatup:

[Guyute]

oh yeah... never would I doubt Hitch's ability to 'handle' someone better than Billy could ever dream of. that will be THE difference in this playoff run as opposed to last year's shalacking.

lol@ stopping a puck with his head. he is funny (albeit is Very Scary to philly fans) to watch.

I think we'll be alright though. :beatup:

[Guyute]

oh yeah... never would I doubt Hitch's ability to 'handle' someone better than Billy could ever dream of. that will be THE difference in this playoff run as opposed to last year's shalacking.

lol@ stopping a puck with his head. he is funny (albeit is Very Scary to philly fans) to watch.

I think we'll be alright though. :beatup:

[StJacquesRulz25]

yes he can be scary to watch...flashbacks to the flyers all time flopper ron hextall...lol
i think we will be ok too ...like i said a long, tough, bloody series but we will come out in the end.

[StJacquesRulz25]

yes he can be scary to watch...flashbacks to the flyers all time flopper ron hextall...lol
i think we will be ok too ...like i said a long, tough, bloody series but we will come out in the end.

[StJacquesRulz25]

yes he can be scary to watch...flashbacks to the flyers all time flopper ron hextall...lol
i think we will be ok too ...like i said a long, tough, bloody series but we will come out in the end.

[tommy]

yes he can be scary to watch...flashbacks to the flyers all time flopper ron hextall...lol
i think we will be ok too ...like i said a long, tough, bloody series but we will come out in the end.

Hextall was great; he was SUCH a good puckhandler... he could clear the puck four miles down the road... (oops, little OT... sorry)

[tommy]

yes he can be scary to watch...flashbacks to the flyers all time flopper ron hextall...lol
i think we will be ok too ...like i said a long, tough, bloody series but we will come out in the end.

Hextall was great; he was SUCH a good puckhandler... he could clear the puck four miles down the road... (oops, little OT... sorry)

[tommy]

yes he can be scary to watch...flashbacks to the flyers all time flopper ron hextall...lol
i think we will be ok too ...like i said a long, tough, bloody series but we will come out in the end.

Hextall was great; he was SUCH a good puckhandler... he could clear the puck four miles down the road... (oops, little OT... sorry)

[Guyute]

lol, yes. though I'd rather see flashbacks of Pelle :cry:

of course, it was nice having a goalie that could score. :spin:

[Guyute]

lol, yes. though I'd rather see flashbacks of Pelle :cry:

of course, it was nice having a goalie that could score. :spin:

[Guyute]

lol, yes. though I'd rather see flashbacks of Pelle :cry:

of course, it was nice having a goalie that could score. :spin:

[StJacquesRulz25]

yeah....pelle was a great goalie and was even going to get better before the accident.....i don't really remember too much about him i was young at the time but i i watched even though i was not that aware of the players at that time...my brother was a dave poulin fan.

but i have to agree hexy was great with his stick!

[StJacquesRulz25]

yeah....pelle was a great goalie and was even going to get better before the accident.....i don't really remember too much about him i was young at the time but i i watched even though i was not that aware of the players at that time...my brother was a dave poulin fan.

but i have to agree hexy was great with his stick!

[StJacquesRulz25]

yeah....pelle was a great goalie and was even going to get better before the accident.....i don't really remember too much about him i was young at the time but i i watched even though i was not that aware of the players at that time...my brother was a dave poulin fan.

but i have to agree hexy was great with his stick!

[Turbulence]

lol, yes. though I'd rather see flashbacks of Pelle :cry:

of course, it was nice having a goalie that could score. :spin:

Wasn't he the first goalie to actually shoot toward the net with the intention of scoring?

Anyone seen the video of Evgeny Nabokov scoring that goal two seasons ago? Awesome....I've been trying to find it ever since.

And I'm OT again.

[Turbulence]

lol, yes. though I'd rather see flashbacks of Pelle :cry:

of course, it was nice having a goalie that could score. :spin:

Wasn't he the first goalie to actually shoot toward the net with the intention of scoring?

Anyone seen the video of Evgeny Nabokov scoring that goal two seasons ago? Awesome....I've been trying to find it ever since.

And I'm OT again.

[Turbulence]

lol, yes. though I'd rather see flashbacks of Pelle :cry:

of course, it was nice having a goalie that could score. :spin:

Wasn't he the first goalie to actually shoot toward the net with the intention of scoring?

Anyone seen the video of Evgeny Nabokov scoring that goal two seasons ago? Awesome....I've been trying to find it ever since.

And I'm OT again.

[perfectstorm]

The best thing about this series is that one of these teams will get knocked out in the first round.

:D :D

[perfectstorm]

The best thing about this series is that one of these teams will get knocked out in the first round.

:D :D

[perfectstorm]

The best thing about this series is that one of these teams will get knocked out in the first round.

:D :D

[Lady J]

The best thing about this series is that one of these teams will get knocked out in the first round.

:D :D

And as much as I like to watch Jeremy Roenick play, I don't think the Flyers will make it past Toronto ~ they've just been too rabid this year. But, it will definitely be a fantastic game series. Go Flyers! :)

[Lady J]

The best thing about this series is that one of these teams will get knocked out in the first round.

:D :D

And as much as I like to watch Jeremy Roenick play, I don't think the Flyers will make it past Toronto ~ they've just been too rabid this year. But, it will definitely be a fantastic game series. Go Flyers! :)

[Lady J]

The best thing about this series is that one of these teams will get knocked out in the first round.

:D :D

And as much as I like to watch Jeremy Roenick play, I don't think the Flyers will make it past Toronto ~ they've just been too rabid this year. But, it will definitely be a fantastic game series. Go Flyers! :)

[nccanes]

Gilmour not expected back until at least second round


April 8, 2003
TORONTO (AP) -- Doug Gilmour's knee injury has not healed enough for him to be in the Toronto Maple Leafs' lineup until the second round of the playoffs, if at all.

Any hope that the 39-year-old center might rejoin the Leafs late in their opening-round series against the Philadelphia Flyers was dashed after an MRI on his left knee. He has medial collateral and anterior cruciate ligament damage.

``There is no way I can,'' Gilmour said Monday night, dismissing suggestions that he might be ready for Game 6 or 7. ``Right now time is dictating when I'll be back. I can't just put a freeze on everything and go play.''

Gilmour expects to have another MRI in the next two weeks.

``It's frustrating but not altogether unexpected,'' he said. ``Thursday will mark four weeks since the injury and the original estimate was six weeks.

``I saw the guys yesterday and wished them luck. It's going to be tough to watch.''

Gilmour's left knee was injured when he collided with the Calgary Flames' Dave Lowry on March 13.

The Maple Leafs open their best-of-seven series Wednesday night in Philadelphia.


Updated at Tue, Apr 8 2003, 1:38am ET

[nccanes]

Gilmour not expected back until at least second round


April 8, 2003
TORONTO (AP) -- Doug Gilmour's knee injury has not healed enough for him to be in the Toronto Maple Leafs' lineup until the second round of the playoffs, if at all.

Any hope that the 39-year-old center might rejoin the Leafs late in their opening-round series against the Philadelphia Flyers was dashed after an MRI on his left knee. He has medial collateral and anterior cruciate ligament damage.

``There is no way I can,'' Gilmour said Monday night, dismissing suggestions that he might be ready for Game 6 or 7. ``Right now time is dictating when I'll be back. I can't just put a freeze on everything and go play.''

Gilmour expects to have another MRI in the next two weeks.

``It's frustrating but not altogether unexpected,'' he said. ``Thursday will mark four weeks since the injury and the original estimate was six weeks.

``I saw the guys yesterday and wished them luck. It's going to be tough to watch.''

Gilmour's left knee was injured when he collided with the Calgary Flames' Dave Lowry on March 13.

The Maple Leafs open their best-of-seven series Wednesday night in Philadelphia.


Updated at Tue, Apr 8 2003, 1:38am ET

[nccanes]

Gilmour not expected back until at least second round


April 8, 2003
TORONTO (AP) -- Doug Gilmour's knee injury has not healed enough for him to be in the Toronto Maple Leafs' lineup until the second round of the playoffs, if at all.

Any hope that the 39-year-old center might rejoin the Leafs late in their opening-round series against the Philadelphia Flyers was dashed after an MRI on his left knee. He has medial collateral and anterior cruciate ligament damage.

``There is no way I can,'' Gilmour said Monday night, dismissing suggestions that he might be ready for Game 6 or 7. ``Right now time is dictating when I'll be back. I can't just put a freeze on everything and go play.''

Gilmour expects to have another MRI in the next two weeks.

``It's frustrating but not altogether unexpected,'' he said. ``Thursday will mark four weeks since the injury and the original estimate was six weeks.

``I saw the guys yesterday and wished them luck. It's going to be tough to watch.''

Gilmour's left knee was injured when he collided with the Calgary Flames' Dave Lowry on March 13.

The Maple Leafs open their best-of-seven series Wednesday night in Philadelphia.


Updated at Tue, Apr 8 2003, 1:38am ET

[nccanes]

Okay, when I first saw his mohawk in January during the warmups I thought it was funny (in a good way). Now it looks like something my kid's soccer team would do! (Plus, I hate 'em more now too!)

http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20030408/capt.1049842266maple_leafs_flyers_playoffs_cpt119. jpg
Toronto Maple Leafs' defenseman Bryan McCabe sports a new color on his Mohawk hairstyle after practice in Toronto, Tuesday, April 8, 2003. The Leafs will face the Flyers in Philadelphia Wednesday for game one of their first-round NHL playoff series.

[nccanes]

Okay, when I first saw his mohawk in January during the warmups I thought it was funny (in a good way). Now it looks like something my kid's soccer team would do! (Plus, I hate 'em more now too!)

http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20030408/capt.1049842266maple_leafs_flyers_playoffs_cpt119. jpg
Toronto Maple Leafs' defenseman Bryan McCabe sports a new color on his Mohawk hairstyle after practice in Toronto, Tuesday, April 8, 2003. The Leafs will face the Flyers in Philadelphia Wednesday for game one of their first-round NHL playoff series.

[nccanes]

Okay, when I first saw his mohawk in January during the warmups I thought it was funny (in a good way). Now it looks like something my kid's soccer team would do! (Plus, I hate 'em more now too!)

http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20030408/capt.1049842266maple_leafs_flyers_playoffs_cpt119. jpg
Toronto Maple Leafs' defenseman Bryan McCabe sports a new color on his Mohawk hairstyle after practice in Toronto, Tuesday, April 8, 2003. The Leafs will face the Flyers in Philadelphia Wednesday for game one of their first-round NHL playoff series.

[SouthernHockeyChick]

OK....Leafs blue Mohawk goin' a little far for me too. :eek2:

[SouthernHockeyChick]

OK....Leafs blue Mohawk goin' a little far for me too. :eek2:

[SouthernHockeyChick]

OK....Leafs blue Mohawk goin' a little far for me too. :eek2:

[StJacquesRulz25]

his blue mohawk ranks right up there with matthew barnaby's capped teeth a few years back....lol

[StJacquesRulz25]

his blue mohawk ranks right up there with matthew barnaby's capped teeth a few years back....lol

[StJacquesRulz25]

his blue mohawk ranks right up there with matthew barnaby's capped teeth a few years back....lol

[Stormbringer]

:eek2: I think it's safe to say that McCabe has become the Dennis Rodman of the NHL... (insert Twilight Zone theme here) :crazy:

[Stormbringer]

:eek2: I think it's safe to say that McCabe has become the Dennis Rodman of the NHL... (insert Twilight Zone theme here) :crazy:

[Stormbringer]

:eek2: I think it's safe to say that McCabe has become the Dennis Rodman of the NHL... (insert Twilight Zone theme here) :crazy:

[RIO]

Bryan McCabe stole my hair. :mad: ...grrr.... ;)

[RIO]

Bryan McCabe stole my hair. :mad: ...grrr.... ;)

[RIO]

Bryan McCabe stole my hair. :mad: ...grrr.... ;)

[Guyute]

don't worry, it'll be yellow soon enough... cowering from the hits that'll be coming his way, one after another. :beatup:

[Guyute]

don't worry, it'll be yellow soon enough... cowering from the hits that'll be coming his way, one after another. :beatup:

[Guyute]

don't worry, it'll be yellow soon enough... cowering from the hits that'll be coming his way, one after another. :beatup:

[Stormbringer]

After looking at my comment above, I just had a thought. There's only one more thing for McCabe to do to truly become the Rodman of the NHL...kick a ref in the groin, which may actually be a good thing depending upon the ref. :crazy:

[Stormbringer]

After looking at my comment above, I just had a thought. There's only one more thing for McCabe to do to truly become the Rodman of the NHL...kick a ref in the groin, which may actually be a good thing depending upon the ref. :crazy:

[Stormbringer]

After looking at my comment above, I just had a thought. There's only one more thing for McCabe to do to truly become the Rodman of the NHL...kick a ref in the groin, which may actually be a good thing depending upon the ref. :crazy:

[SouthernHockeyChick]

After looking at my comment above, I just had a thought. There's only one more thing for McCabe to do to truly become the Rodman of the NHL...kick a ref in the groin, which may actually be a good thing depending upon the ref. :crazy:

Yeah, but Hans 'n Franz isn't reffing in the playoffs....damn. LOL

[SouthernHockeyChick]

After looking at my comment above, I just had a thought. There's only one more thing for McCabe to do to truly become the Rodman of the NHL...kick a ref in the groin, which may actually be a good thing depending upon the ref. :crazy:

Yeah, but Hans 'n Franz isn't reffing in the playoffs....damn. LOL

[SouthernHockeyChick]

After looking at my comment above, I just had a thought. There's only one more thing for McCabe to do to truly become the Rodman of the NHL...kick a ref in the groin, which may actually be a good thing depending upon the ref. :crazy:

Yeah, but Hans 'n Franz isn't reffing in the playoffs....damn. LOL

[folgersnyourcup]

Oh my.... I knew it was only a matter of time with Kapanen on the point on Philadelphia's powerplay, especially after watching him on our point all season. But not being able to keep it in leads to a shorthanded goal by Toronto...the first goal of the series shorthanded......... But wow! As I was typing this the Flyers tied it up!

[folgersnyourcup]

Oh my.... I knew it was only a matter of time with Kapanen on the point on Philadelphia's powerplay, especially after watching him on our point all season. But not being able to keep it in leads to a shorthanded goal by Toronto...the first goal of the series shorthanded......... But wow! As I was typing this the Flyers tied it up!

[folgersnyourcup]

Oh my.... I knew it was only a matter of time with Kapanen on the point on Philadelphia's powerplay, especially after watching him on our point all season. But not being able to keep it in leads to a shorthanded goal by Toronto...the first goal of the series shorthanded......... But wow! As I was typing this the Flyers tied it up!

[Turbulence]

Great game! And Domi and Brashear have already tried to go at it.

My prediction is holding true...Cecmanek is going to be too inconsistant.

[Turbulence]

Great game! And Domi and Brashear have already tried to go at it.

My prediction is holding true...Cecmanek is going to be too inconsistant.

[Turbulence]

Great game! And Domi and Brashear have already tried to go at it.

My prediction is holding true...Cecmanek is going to be too inconsistant.

[Alicia]

*whew* a little over 10 min. into the first period of the first game of this series...fight city! Gonna be a rough few games for these two teams. :beatup:

[Alicia]

*whew* a little over 10 min. into the first period of the first game of this series...fight city! Gonna be a rough few games for these two teams. :beatup:

[Alicia]

*whew* a little over 10 min. into the first period of the first game of this series...fight city! Gonna be a rough few games for these two teams. :beatup:

[Turbulence]

And Mogilny with his second!

Philly would be much better off with Esche inh goal...

[Turbulence]

And Mogilny with his second!

Philly would be much better off with Esche inh goal...

[Turbulence]

And Mogilny with his second!

Philly would be much better off with Esche inh goal...

[folgersnyourcup]

I can already tell this series is going to be amazing. What a game thus far! Belfour's looking amazing. My prediction is there's going to be at least one all-out brawl before this series is over.

[folgersnyourcup]

I can already tell this series is going to be amazing. What a game thus far! Belfour's looking amazing. My prediction is there's going to be at least one all-out brawl before this series is over.

[folgersnyourcup]

I can already tell this series is going to be amazing. What a game thus far! Belfour's looking amazing. My prediction is there's going to be at least one all-out brawl before this series is over.

[folgersnyourcup]

As the commentators have pointed out, Philadelphia has given up several odd-man rushes in the first period.... They overall are looking a bit sloppy. Hitchcock should beat them into shape between periods though.

[folgersnyourcup]

As the commentators have pointed out, Philadelphia has given up several odd-man rushes in the first period.... They overall are looking a bit sloppy. Hitchcock should beat them into shape between periods though.

[folgersnyourcup]

As the commentators have pointed out, Philadelphia has given up several odd-man rushes in the first period.... They overall are looking a bit sloppy. Hitchcock should beat them into shape between periods though.

[hyena]

lets hope so... :mad:

[hyena]

lets hope so... :mad:

[hyena]

lets hope so... :mad:

[Jeff O Rocks]

I hate Darcy Tucker...I wish I could run his hockey stick up his as*!!! :mad: Go Philly!

[Jeff O Rocks]

I hate Darcy Tucker...I wish I could run his hockey stick up his as*!!! :mad: Go Philly!

[Jeff O Rocks]

I hate Darcy Tucker...I wish I could run his hockey stick up his as*!!! :mad: Go Philly!

[Alicia]

Go DesJardins!!

[Alicia]

Go DesJardins!!

[Alicia]

Go DesJardins!!

[hyena]

HELL YEAH! desjardins just tied it up! (and a helper by sami) :D

[hyena]

HELL YEAH! desjardins just tied it up! (and a helper by sami) :D

[hyena]

HELL YEAH! desjardins just tied it up! (and a helper by sami) :D

[Jeff O Rocks]

I am so jealous..seeing all those rally towels flying in Philly!! :cry: :sad:

[Jeff O Rocks]

I am so jealous..seeing all those rally towels flying in Philly!! :cry: :sad:

[Jeff O Rocks]

I am so jealous..seeing all those rally towels flying in Philly!! :cry: :sad:

[folgersnyourcup]

They even played the same "Welcome to the Jungle" the Canes would before the game! :(

The Leafs are just hanging on for dear life right now. They've taken advantage of Cechmanek's inability to stop the puck to be sure (3 goals on 8 shots) but they haven't gotten a single shot since that last goal. One shot all 2nd period thus far and the Flyers have just gotten a powerplay....

[folgersnyourcup]

They even played the same "Welcome to the Jungle" the Canes would before the game! :(

The Leafs are just hanging on for dear life right now. They've taken advantage of Cechmanek's inability to stop the puck to be sure (3 goals on 8 shots) but they haven't gotten a single shot since that last goal. One shot all 2nd period thus far and the Flyers have just gotten a powerplay....

[folgersnyourcup]

They even played the same "Welcome to the Jungle" the Canes would before the game! :(

The Leafs are just hanging on for dear life right now. They've taken advantage of Cechmanek's inability to stop the puck to be sure (3 goals on 8 shots) but they haven't gotten a single shot since that last goal. One shot all 2nd period thus far and the Flyers have just gotten a powerplay....

[Jeff O Rocks]

They even played the same "Welcome to the Jungle" the Canes would before the game! :(



I know ...I remember that so well....I was there for 1 Toronto game..and for 2 Wings games...ah..great memories!! :cry:

[Jeff O Rocks]

They even played the same "Welcome to the Jungle" the Canes would before the game! :(



I know ...I remember that so well....I was there for 1 Toronto game..and for 2 Wings games...ah..great memories!! :cry:

[Jeff O Rocks]

They even played the same "Welcome to the Jungle" the Canes would before the game! :(



I know ...I remember that so well....I was there for 1 Toronto game..and for 2 Wings games...ah..great memories!! :cry:

[folgersnyourcup]

They're even playing "Thunderstruck" by AC-DC before the third period just like the Canes games! Brings back memories.... great games going on everywhere tonight! Several upsets in the making as well.

[folgersnyourcup]

They're even playing "Thunderstruck" by AC-DC before the third period just like the Canes games! Brings back memories.... great games going on everywhere tonight! Several upsets in the making as well.

[folgersnyourcup]

They're even playing "Thunderstruck" by AC-DC before the third period just like the Canes games! Brings back memories.... great games going on everywhere tonight! Several upsets in the making as well.

[raleighcanesfan]

They've taken advantage of Cechmanek's inability to stop the puck to be sure (3 goals on 8 shots) but they haven't gotten a single shot since that last goal.

Although that may be enough for them in this series, even with Philly being superior at every other aspect. I really wish Philly would've made a play for Irbe or some goalie before the deadline.

[raleighcanesfan]

They've taken advantage of Cechmanek's inability to stop the puck to be sure (3 goals on 8 shots) but they haven't gotten a single shot since that last goal.

Although that may be enough for them in this series, even with Philly being superior at every other aspect. I really wish Philly would've made a play for Irbe or some goalie before the deadline.

[raleighcanesfan]

They've taken advantage of Cechmanek's inability to stop the puck to be sure (3 goals on 8 shots) but they haven't gotten a single shot since that last goal.

Although that may be enough for them in this series, even with Philly being superior at every other aspect. I really wish Philly would've made a play for Irbe or some goalie before the deadline.

[hyena]

effing mogilny! ARRRGH! :mad:

[hyena]

effing mogilny! ARRRGH! :mad:

[hyena]

effing mogilny! ARRRGH! :mad:

[tommy]

That play where Kapanen coughed it up to Mogilny for the shortie... that's vintage Kapanen-playing-on-the-point.

Intense game; like I predicted, I think this one will go seven games.

[tommy]

That play where Kapanen coughed it up to Mogilny for the shortie... that's vintage Kapanen-playing-on-the-point.

Intense game; like I predicted, I think this one will go seven games.

[tommy]

That play where Kapanen coughed it up to Mogilny for the shortie... that's vintage Kapanen-playing-on-the-point.

Intense game; like I predicted, I think this one will go seven games.

[folgersnyourcup]

The commentators mentioned the Philly had a chance at Belfour this past off-season and even Cujo the season before that but decided to stick with Cechmanek thinking he was the goalie that would take them to the cup. Yes this is only one game but didn't look too hot in goal..... I think game 2 will make or break this series. If he's able to bounce back and play better in that game the Flyers should be able to take the game. They outplayed the Flyers all game long except for the early 2 on 1's. The Leafs were very opportunistic on their chances and capitalized on Cechmanek.

I think if the Flyers win game 2 they will ultimately come out on top in this series but should they lose game 2 in the same fashion they lost this one (outplay Toronto top to bottom but fall short in the goaltending department) I think the Leafs may be able to take this series in as few as five games.

These playoffs are shaping up to be simply awesome.

[folgersnyourcup]

The commentators mentioned the Philly had a chance at Belfour this past off-season and even Cujo the season before that but decided to stick with Cechmanek thinking he was the goalie that would take them to the cup. Yes this is only one game but didn't look too hot in goal..... I think game 2 will make or break this series. If he's able to bounce back and play better in that game the Flyers should be able to take the game. They outplayed the Flyers all game long except for the early 2 on 1's. The Leafs were very opportunistic on their chances and capitalized on Cechmanek.

I think if the Flyers win game 2 they will ultimately come out on top in this series but should they lose game 2 in the same fashion they lost this one (outplay Toronto top to bottom but fall short in the goaltending department) I think the Leafs may be able to take this series in as few as five games.

These playoffs are shaping up to be simply awesome.

[folgersnyourcup]

The commentators mentioned the Philly had a chance at Belfour this past off-season and even Cujo the season before that but decided to stick with Cechmanek thinking he was the goalie that would take them to the cup. Yes this is only one game but didn't look too hot in goal..... I think game 2 will make or break this series. If he's able to bounce back and play better in that game the Flyers should be able to take the game. They outplayed the Flyers all game long except for the early 2 on 1's. The Leafs were very opportunistic on their chances and capitalized on Cechmanek.

I think if the Flyers win game 2 they will ultimately come out on top in this series but should they lose game 2 in the same fashion they lost this one (outplay Toronto top to bottom but fall short in the goaltending department) I think the Leafs may be able to take this series in as few as five games.

These playoffs are shaping up to be simply awesome.

[RIO]

Tie Domi giving Brashear a face wash was really very funny. :D

[RIO]

Tie Domi giving Brashear a face wash was really very funny. :D

[RIO]

Tie Domi giving Brashear a face wash was really very funny. :D

[nccanes]

Footnotes:

* There were 18,937 at the First Union Center, a rare non-sellout for a Flyers playoff game. (capacity is 19,500)

* Antropov didn't return after hurting his foot in the second.

[nccanes]

Footnotes:

* There were 18,937 at the First Union Center, a rare non-sellout for a Flyers playoff game. (capacity is 19,500)

* Antropov didn't return after hurting his foot in the second.

[nccanes]

Footnotes:

* There were 18,937 at the First Union Center, a rare non-sellout for a Flyers playoff game. (capacity is 19,500)

* Antropov didn't return after hurting his foot in the second.

[StJacquesRulz25]

Yes we are not selling out here for the playoffs as of today u could still get pairs of lower level seats as well as upper levels. alot of season ticket holders didn't pick up the playoff tickets because of the early exits in the first rounds in the recnet years.....people are getting tired of investing their money in tickets and the flyers not playing well. not too many regualr season games were sellouts either. the price can be an issue too.

[StJacquesRulz25]

Yes we are not selling out here for the playoffs as of today u could still get pairs of lower level seats as well as upper levels. alot of season ticket holders didn't pick up the playoff tickets because of the early exits in the first rounds in the recnet years.....people are getting tired of investing their money in tickets and the flyers not playing well. not too many regualr season games were sellouts either. the price can be an issue too.

[StJacquesRulz25]

Yes we are not selling out here for the playoffs as of today u could still get pairs of lower level seats as well as upper levels. alot of season ticket holders didn't pick up the playoff tickets because of the early exits in the first rounds in the recnet years.....people are getting tired of investing their money in tickets and the flyers not playing well. not too many regualr season games were sellouts either. the price can be an issue too.

[Alicia]

I've never pulled for Philly in my life, but I think I hurt myself during the 3rd period tonight. Here's to hoping this series turns around & Philly sends these thugs home in the first round.

[Alicia]

I've never pulled for Philly in my life, but I think I hurt myself during the 3rd period tonight. Here's to hoping this series turns around & Philly sends these thugs home in the first round.

[Alicia]

I've never pulled for Philly in my life, but I think I hurt myself during the 3rd period tonight. Here's to hoping this series turns around & Philly sends these thugs home in the first round.

[guinevere]

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Go Leafs! ( I admire the grammatically challenged)

Guin

[guinevere]

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Go Leafs! ( I admire the grammatically challenged)

Guin

[guinevere]

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Go Leafs! ( I admire the grammatically challenged)

Guin

[Guyute]

it's only one game... that's why these things are best of 7. :beatup:

cechmanek wasn't sharp.. though he did have some bad luck. flyguys gave up a lot of odd man rushes (how about a 3 on 2 Shorthanded??? WTF???).

that'll change. first period they obviously had playoff jitters going... and if it wasn't for the 1st period, they would've won the game.

I do think game 2 will be a big one... though I won't say it'll be a make or break situation. it's still only game 2.

as for philly taking Irbe.... wow... you must not like philly. :p

one of the things I was talking about last night, was that I used to be glad that my two teams (canes and flyers) were major trading partners. but, after watching sami miss a puck at the point, leading to a goal.... and the mere thought of possibly having Tanabe go to philly.....
I'm scared!!!!!!!!! :crazy:

[Guyute]

it's only one game... that's why these things are best of 7. :beatup:

cechmanek wasn't sharp.. though he did have some bad luck. flyguys gave up a lot of odd man rushes (how about a 3 on 2 Shorthanded??? WTF???).

that'll change. first period they obviously had playoff jitters going... and if it wasn't for the 1st period, they would've won the game.

I do think game 2 will be a big one... though I won't say it'll be a make or break situation. it's still only game 2.

as for philly taking Irbe.... wow... you must not like philly. :p

one of the things I was talking about last night, was that I used to be glad that my two teams (canes and flyers) were major trading partners. but, after watching sami miss a puck at the point, leading to a goal.... and the mere thought of possibly having Tanabe go to philly.....
I'm scared!!!!!!!!! :crazy:

[Guyute]

it's only one game... that's why these things are best of 7. :beatup:

cechmanek wasn't sharp.. though he did have some bad luck. flyguys gave up a lot of odd man rushes (how about a 3 on 2 Shorthanded??? WTF???).

that'll change. first period they obviously had playoff jitters going... and if it wasn't for the 1st period, they would've won the game.

I do think game 2 will be a big one... though I won't say it'll be a make or break situation. it's still only game 2.

as for philly taking Irbe.... wow... you must not like philly. :p

one of the things I was talking about last night, was that I used to be glad that my two teams (canes and flyers) were major trading partners. but, after watching sami miss a puck at the point, leading to a goal.... and the mere thought of possibly having Tanabe go to philly.....
I'm scared!!!!!!!!! :crazy:

[Jeff O Rocks]

.... and the mere thought of possibly having Tanabe go to philly.....
I'm scared!!!!!!!!! :crazy:

are they interested in him?? who might we get in return?? :roll:

[Jeff O Rocks]

.... and the mere thought of possibly having Tanabe go to philly.....
I'm scared!!!!!!!!! :crazy:

are they interested in him?? who might we get in return?? :roll:

[Jeff O Rocks]

.... and the mere thought of possibly having Tanabe go to philly.....
I'm scared!!!!!!!!! :crazy:

are they interested in him?? who might we get in return?? :roll:

[nccanes]

I guess I was thinking Tucker returned to the lineup!?

Two more Toronto players injured
From the Sports Desk
Published 4/9/2003 11:41 PM
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PHILADELPHIA, April 9 (UPI) -- With three regulars already out of their lineup, the Toronto Maple Leafs lost two more Wednesday night.

Center Nik Antropov and right wing Darcy Tucker were injured in Toronto's 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers in Game One of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series.

Antropov suffered a right foot injury in the second period when a slap shot by Philadelphia defenseman Eric Desjardins struck his skate. After Desjardins scored on a rebound, Antropov left the ice and returned to the locker room.

Best known for his questionable hit on New York Islanders captain Michael Peca in last season's playoffs, Tucker was sideswiped by Flyers defenseman Eric Weinrich midway through the first period, and immediately went for medical attention. The extent of his injury is unknown.

Neither player returned, and both are questionable for Game Two, which is Friday in Philadelphia.

"It does appear that Nik broke that bone that (Phil) Housley broke," said Toronto Coach Pat Quinn, referring to the fractured foot his defenseman suffered in February. "With Tucker, we'll do an MRI (Thursday) and see how extensive the damage was there."

The Maple Leafs already are without defenseman Glen Wesley and centers Travis Green and Doug Gilmour. Wesley is sidelined with a broken foot, but may return for Game Three, while Green is day-to-day with a rib injury.

Gilmour suffered an injured left knee in his first game after being re-acquired from Montreal at the trade deadline. He is not expected back before the conference semifinals.

[nccanes]

I guess I was thinking Tucker returned to the lineup!?

Two more Toronto players injured
From the Sports Desk
Published 4/9/2003 11:41 PM
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PHILADELPHIA, April 9 (UPI) -- With three regulars already out of their lineup, the Toronto Maple Leafs lost two more Wednesday night.

Center Nik Antropov and right wing Darcy Tucker were injured in Toronto's 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers in Game One of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series.

Antropov suffered a right foot injury in the second period when a slap shot by Philadelphia defenseman Eric Desjardins struck his skate. After Desjardins scored on a rebound, Antropov left the ice and returned to the locker room.

Best known for his questionable hit on New York Islanders captain Michael Peca in last season's playoffs, Tucker was sideswiped by Flyers defenseman Eric Weinrich midway through the first period, and immediately went for medical attention. The extent of his injury is unknown.

Neither player returned, and both are questionable for Game Two, which is Friday in Philadelphia.

"It does appear that Nik broke that bone that (Phil) Housley broke," said Toronto Coach Pat Quinn, referring to the fractured foot his defenseman suffered in February. "With Tucker, we'll do an MRI (Thursday) and see how extensive the damage was there."

The Maple Leafs already are without defenseman Glen Wesley and centers Travis Green and Doug Gilmour. Wesley is sidelined with a broken foot, but may return for Game Three, while Green is day-to-day with a rib injury.

Gilmour suffered an injured left knee in his first game after being re-acquired from Montreal at the trade deadline. He is not expected back before the conference semifinals.

[nccanes]

I guess I was thinking Tucker returned to the lineup!?

Two more Toronto players injured
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Published 4/9/2003 11:41 PM
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PHILADELPHIA, April 9 (UPI) -- With three regulars already out of their lineup, the Toronto Maple Leafs lost two more Wednesday night.

Center Nik Antropov and right wing Darcy Tucker were injured in Toronto's 5-3 win over the Philadelphia Flyers in Game One of their Eastern Conference quarterfinal series.

Antropov suffered a right foot injury in the second period when a slap shot by Philadelphia defenseman Eric Desjardins struck his skate. After Desjardins scored on a rebound, Antropov left the ice and returned to the locker room.

Best known for his questionable hit on New York Islanders captain Michael Peca in last season's playoffs, Tucker was sideswiped by Flyers defenseman Eric Weinrich midway through the first period, and immediately went for medical attention. The extent of his injury is unknown.

Neither player returned, and both are questionable for Game Two, which is Friday in Philadelphia.

"It does appear that Nik broke that bone that (Phil) Housley broke," said Toronto Coach Pat Quinn, referring to the fractured foot his defenseman suffered in February. "With Tucker, we'll do an MRI (Thursday) and see how extensive the damage was there."

The Maple Leafs already are without defenseman Glen Wesley and centers Travis Green and Doug Gilmour. Wesley is sidelined with a broken foot, but may return for Game Three, while Green is day-to-day with a rib injury.

Gilmour suffered an injured left knee in his first game after being re-acquired from Montreal at the trade deadline. He is not expected back before the conference semifinals.

[SouthernHockeyChick]

Center Nik Antropov and right wing Darcy Tucker

This is really, really horrible....but it couldn't have happened to two nicer guys. :roll: I despise them both. Still wouldn't wish injury on them but if it's already happened.....

I thought the third period had a decidedly less thuggish feel. I guess Domi and Corson can't do it all alone.

[SouthernHockeyChick]

Center Nik Antropov and right wing Darcy Tucker

This is really, really horrible....but it couldn't have happened to two nicer guys. :roll: I despise them both. Still wouldn't wish injury on them but if it's already happened.....

I thought the third period had a decidedly less thuggish feel. I guess Domi and Corson can't do it all alone.

[SouthernHockeyChick]

Center Nik Antropov and right wing Darcy Tucker

This is really, really horrible....but it couldn't have happened to two nicer guys. :roll: I despise them both. Still wouldn't wish injury on them but if it's already happened.....

I thought the third period had a decidedly less thuggish feel. I guess Domi and Corson can't do it all alone.

[Guyute]

.... and the mere thought of possibly having Tanabe go to philly.....
I'm scared!!!!!!!!! :crazy:

are they interested in him?? who might we get in return?? :roll:

No, no interest that I've heard of. It's the regularness that Philly/Canes trades happen that has me worried.

personally, I think the philly D is pretty solid.

think I need to give Bobby and JR a ring and tell them I'll help them decide who they DON'T want from each other (thought that's more of a one-sided worry, imo). lol

[Guyute]

.... and the mere thought of possibly having Tanabe go to philly.....
I'm scared!!!!!!!!! :crazy:

are they interested in him?? who might we get in return?? :roll:

No, no interest that I've heard of. It's the regularness that Philly/Canes trades happen that has me worried.

personally, I think the philly D is pretty solid.

think I need to give Bobby and JR a ring and tell them I'll help them decide who they DON'T want from each other (thought that's more of a one-sided worry, imo). lol

[Guyute]

.... and the mere thought of possibly having Tanabe go to philly.....
I'm scared!!!!!!!!! :crazy:

are they interested in him?? who might we get in return?? :roll:

No, no interest that I've heard of. It's the regularness that Philly/Canes trades happen that has me worried.

personally, I think the philly D is pretty solid.

think I need to give Bobby and JR a ring and tell them I'll help them decide who they DON'T want from each other (thought that's more of a one-sided worry, imo). lol

[StJacquesRulz25]

I don't think will be worrting about the defense in philly for next year....we have an over stock of sorts in our system.....we may have to get rid of some of the defense we have....we have 2 very good prospects coming over this year and though they may not play for the flyers next season look for them in the ahl. defense used to be our problem so clarke drafted really well in that position...example that we were able to trade bruno to the canes...because jimmy vandermeer took over his spot on the flyers by playing well and with him and the 2 young prospects i was talking about....we were able to give him up.

[StJacquesRulz25]

I don't think will be worrting about the defense in philly for next year....we have an over stock of sorts in our system.....we may have to get rid of some of the defense we have....we have 2 very good prospects coming over this year and though they may not play for the flyers next season look for them in the ahl. defense used to be our problem so clarke drafted really well in that position...example that we were able to trade bruno to the canes...because jimmy vandermeer took over his spot on the flyers by playing well and with him and the 2 young prospects i was talking about....we were able to give him up.

[StJacquesRulz25]

I don't think will be worrting about the defense in philly for next year....we have an over stock of sorts in our system.....we may have to get rid of some of the defense we have....we have 2 very good prospects coming over this year and though they may not play for the flyers next season look for them in the ahl. defense used to be our problem so clarke drafted really well in that position...example that we were able to trade bruno to the canes...because jimmy vandermeer took over his spot on the flyers by playing well and with him and the 2 young prospects i was talking about....we were able to give him up.

[crazy4canes]

...example that we were able to trade bruno to the canes...because jimmy vandermeer took over his spot on the flyers by playing well and with him and the 2 young prospects i was talking about....we were able to give him up.

I think I speak for most Canes fans when I say I'm glad the Flyers could give him up. He's been a great addition to the lineup.

[crazy4canes]

...example that we were able to trade bruno to the canes...because jimmy vandermeer took over his spot on the flyers by playing well and with him and the 2 young prospects i was talking about....we were able to give him up.

I think I speak for most Canes fans when I say I'm glad the Flyers could give him up. He's been a great addition to the lineup.

[crazy4canes]

...example that we were able to trade bruno to the canes...because jimmy vandermeer took over his spot on the flyers by playing well and with him and the 2 young prospects i was talking about....we were able to give him up.

I think I speak for most Canes fans when I say I'm glad the Flyers could give him up. He's been a great addition to the lineup.

[StJacquesRulz25]

Yes he has as was he to our lineup when he played for us.....but with his nagging shoulder injuries...he got hurt in the middle of the season and the flyers needed a call up and called up jimmy vandermeer and poof there went bruno...but i am glad he is getting his chance he deserves it

[StJacquesRulz25]

Yes he has as was he to our lineup when he played for us.....but with his nagging shoulder injuries...he got hurt in the middle of the season and the flyers needed a call up and called up jimmy vandermeer and poof there went bruno...but i am glad he is getting his chance he deserves it

[StJacquesRulz25]

Yes he has as was he to our lineup when he played for us.....but with his nagging shoulder injuries...he got hurt in the middle of the season and the flyers needed a call up and called up jimmy vandermeer and poof there went bruno...but i am glad he is getting his chance he deserves it

[Jeff O Rocks]

I think I speak for most Canes fans when I say I'm glad the Flyers could give him up. He's been a great addition to the lineup.

I totally agree...Bruno AND Ziggy were a breath of fresh air to the team after the injuries started piling up...Thanks Philly! ;)

[Jeff O Rocks]

I think I speak for most Canes fans when I say I'm glad the Flyers could give him up. He's been a great addition to the lineup.

I totally agree...Bruno AND Ziggy were a breath of fresh air to the team after the injuries started piling up...Thanks Philly! ;)

[Jeff O Rocks]

I think I speak for most Canes fans when I say I'm glad the Flyers could give him up. He's been a great addition to the lineup.

I totally agree...Bruno AND Ziggy were a breath of fresh air to the team after the injuries started piling up...Thanks Philly! ;)

[StJacquesRulz25]

you are welcome...lol...i do have to say that in philly we knew bruno was going to be traded soon because it was written in the papers that clarke sat him down and told him that they thought he deserved a chance to play in the nhl and if they couldn't give him that chance here they would move him in the summer most likely around draft time....but it came soon and i am glad that he ended up with the canes as opposed to a western team or another east team that was a rival.

[StJacquesRulz25]

you are welcome...lol...i do have to say that in philly we knew bruno was going to be traded soon because it was written in the papers that clarke sat him down and told him that they thought he deserved a chance to play in the nhl and if they couldn't give him that chance here they would move him in the summer most likely around draft time....but it came soon and i am glad that he ended up with the canes as opposed to a western team or another east team that was a rival.

[StJacquesRulz25]

you are welcome...lol...i do have to say that in philly we knew bruno was going to be traded soon because it was written in the papers that clarke sat him down and told him that they thought he deserved a chance to play in the nhl and if they couldn't give him that chance here they would move him in the summer most likely around draft time....but it came soon and i am glad that he ended up with the canes as opposed to a western team or another east team that was a rival.

[Jeff O Rocks]

Domi looks like he used to be 6'1"...and someone mashed him in a can smasher for the recycle bin... :D

[Jeff O Rocks]

Domi looks like he used to be 6'1"...and someone mashed him in a can smasher for the recycle bin... :D

[Jeff O Rocks]

Domi looks like he used to be 6'1"...and someone mashed him in a can smasher for the recycle bin... :D

[Alicia]

Domi looks like he used to be 6'1"...and someone mashed him in a can smasher for the recycle bin... :D

LOL! :D

[Alicia]

Domi looks like he used to be 6'1"...and someone mashed him in a can smasher for the recycle bin... :D

LOL! :D

[Alicia]

Domi looks like he used to be 6'1"...and someone mashed him in a can smasher for the recycle bin... :D

LOL! :D

[Alicia]

I think I speak for most Canes fans when I say I'm glad the Flyers could give him up. He's been a great addition to the lineup.

I totally agree...Bruno AND Ziggy were a breath of fresh air to the team after the injuries started piling up...Thanks Philly! ;)

Can I agree here too? I really like what Bruno's done for us already, and am excited about the future. On a side note, GO PHILLY! Beat those thugs!

[Alicia]

I think I speak for most Canes fans when I say I'm glad the Flyers could give him up. He's been a great addition to the lineup.

I totally agree...Bruno AND Ziggy were a breath of fresh air to the team after the injuries started piling up...Thanks Philly! ;)

Can I agree here too? I really like what Bruno's done for us already, and am excited about the future. On a side note, GO PHILLY! Beat those thugs!

[Alicia]

I think I speak for most Canes fans when I say I'm glad the Flyers could give him up. He's been a great addition to the lineup.

I totally agree...Bruno AND Ziggy were a breath of fresh air to the team after the injuries started piling up...Thanks Philly! ;)

Can I agree here too? I really like what Bruno's done for us already, and am excited about the future. On a side note, GO PHILLY! Beat those thugs!

[RIO]

Domi looks like he used to be 6'1"...and someone mashed him in a can smasher for the recycle bin... :D


Mona!! LOL!!! :evil:

[RIO]

Domi looks like he used to be 6'1"...and someone mashed him in a can smasher for the recycle bin... :D


Mona!! LOL!!! :evil:

[RIO]

Domi looks like he used to be 6'1"...and someone mashed him in a can smasher for the recycle bin... :D


Mona!! LOL!!! :evil:

[nccanes]

Injury update

Darcy Tucker, whose left knee was hyperextended in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Flyers, is not hurt as seriously as was first feared. An MRI yesterday showed no ligament damage and the forward could hardly bring himself to say he won't be ready for tonight. He won't be but, with two off days before Game 3, he may play Monday at Toronto.

"As soon as the swelling and pain have subsided, he should be ready to go," said coach Pat Quinn. "It doesn't look like it's not a long range (injury)."

Glen Wesley, who suffered a broken foot March 24 at Boston, skated with the club again yesterday and his return seems imminent. Game 3 might not be unrealistic for him, either.

"Today was the biggest test I've faced. This is as close as you can get to a game-pace situation," said Wesley. "I'm very encouraged."

Even Nik Antropov, who cracked a bone in his right foot Wednesday, spoke hopefully of being able to play at some point in the second round. He projected his absence at three to four weeks.

[nccanes]

Injury update

Darcy Tucker, whose left knee was hyperextended in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Flyers, is not hurt as seriously as was first feared. An MRI yesterday showed no ligament damage and the forward could hardly bring himself to say he won't be ready for tonight. He won't be but, with two off days before Game 3, he may play Monday at Toronto.

"As soon as the swelling and pain have subsided, he should be ready to go," said coach Pat Quinn. "It doesn't look like it's not a long range (injury)."

Glen Wesley, who suffered a broken foot March 24 at Boston, skated with the club again yesterday and his return seems imminent. Game 3 might not be unrealistic for him, either.

"Today was the biggest test I've faced. This is as close as you can get to a game-pace situation," said Wesley. "I'm very encouraged."

Even Nik Antropov, who cracked a bone in his right foot Wednesday, spoke hopefully of being able to play at some point in the second round. He projected his absence at three to four weeks.

[SouthernHockeyChick]

Darcy Tucker, whose left knee was hyperextended in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Flyers, is not hurt as seriously as was first feared.

Guess they couldn't tell the difference between his whining because his knee was injured and his regular whining. :roll: :angel:

[SouthernHockeyChick]

Darcy Tucker, whose left knee was hyperextended in Wednesday's 5-3 win over the Flyers, is not hurt as seriously as was first feared.

Guess they couldn't tell the difference between his whining because his knee was injured and his regular whining. :roll: :angel:

[Alicia]

I am looking forward to a brutal game 2 tonight, hopefully with Philly pulling out the win.

[Alicia]

I am looking forward to a brutal game 2 tonight, hopefully with Philly pulling out the win.

[crazy4canes]

I am looking forward to a brutal game 2 tonight, hopefully with Philly pulling out the win.

Brutal is right. It's gonna get ugly tonight. :beatup: Go Philly. I can't believe I just said that. :sick:

[crazy4canes]

I am looking forward to a brutal game 2 tonight, hopefully with Philly pulling out the win.

Brutal is right. It's gonna get ugly tonight. :beatup: Go Philly. I can't believe I just said that. :sick:

[Alicia]

I am looking forward to a brutal game 2 tonight, hopefully with Philly pulling out the win.

Brutal is right. It's gonna get ugly tonight. :beatup: Go Philly. I can't believe I just said that. :sick:

You and me, crazy, you and me...

[Alicia]

I am looking forward to a brutal game 2 tonight, hopefully with Philly pulling out the win.

Brutal is right. It's gonna get ugly tonight. :beatup: Go Philly. I can't believe I just said that. :sick:

You and me, crazy, you and me...

[Captain Slack]

I am looking forward to a brutal game 2 tonight, hopefully with Philly pulling out the win.

Brutal is right. It's gonna get ugly tonight. :beatup: Go Philly. I can't believe I just said that. :sick:

You and me, crazy, you and me...

Ah, Philly. The lesser of two evils. :D

[Captain Slack]

I am looking forward to a brutal game 2 tonight, hopefully with Philly pulling out the win.

Brutal is right. It's gonna get ugly tonight. :beatup: Go Philly. I can't believe I just said that. :sick:

You and me, crazy, you and me...

Ah, Philly. The lesser of two evils. :D

[Alicia]

However, I do think it's wonderful that most of us can be so excited about a Canes-free playoffs! :spin: :D :cool:

[Alicia]

However, I do think it's wonderful that most of us can be so excited about a Canes-free playoffs! :spin: :D :cool:

[Jeff O Rocks]

Can Darcy Tucker still get a high stick even if he doesn't play?? :beatup:

[Jeff O Rocks]

Can Darcy Tucker still get a high stick even if he doesn't play?? :beatup:

[Stormbringer]

However, I do think it's wonderful that most of us can be so excited about a Canes-free playoffs! :spin: :D :cool:

Indeed, BatesB. :cool:

[Stormbringer]

However, I do think it's wonderful that most of us can be so excited about a Canes-free playoffs! :spin: :D :cool:

Indeed, BatesB. :cool:

[SouthernHockeyChick]

Tie Domi during the warm-ups.....what a freakin' idiot. :roll:

Philly's crowd sounds awesome!

[SouthernHockeyChick]

Tie Domi during the warm-ups.....what a freakin' idiot. :roll:

Philly's crowd sounds awesome!

[hyena]

yeah! shorthanded goal philly 1-0!

[hyena]

yeah! shorthanded goal philly 1-0!

[hyena]

philly's turning it on tonight! :D leclair just scored to make it 4-1. :spin:

[hyena]

philly's turning it on tonight! :D leclair just scored to make it 4-1. :spin:

[nccanes]

Yeah Sami!

http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20030411/capt.1050108132maple_leafs_flyers_pxc106.jpg

[nccanes]

Yeah Sami!

http://us.news2.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20030411/capt.1050108132maple_leafs_flyers_pxc106.jpg

[hyena]

oh man, brashear and domi just got into it! (finally :D ), wah hahaha, i hate domi. :evil:

[hyena]

oh man, brashear and domi just got into it! (finally :D ), wah hahaha, i hate domi. :evil:

[Alicia]

Why couldn't Brashear finish Domi off? Grrrr!!! Sami sure was playing more physically. Good game, glad to see Philly grab that win!

[Alicia]

Why couldn't Brashear finish Domi off? Grrrr!!! Sami sure was playing more physically. Good game, glad to see Philly grab that win!

[Jeff O Rocks]

Woo hoo...Philly ties it up ....You suck Leafs!! :D :spin:

and SHC what did Domi do ...him and his ugly as* self??? :sick:

[Jeff O Rocks]

Woo hoo...Philly ties it up ....You suck Leafs!! :D :spin:

and SHC what did Domi do ...him and his ugly as* self??? :sick:

[SouthernHockeyChick]

Woo hoo...Philly ties it up ....You suck Leafs!! :D :spin:

and SHC what did Domi do ...him and his ugly as* self??? :sick:

Brashear skated by and brushed up against Domi once and the next time Brashear came by Domi elbowed the h*ll out of him. Then when Brashear turned around and looked at him he was making a throat cutting motion across his neck. Maybe he was just saying "nice necklace" but I doubt it. I think we all know what he meant. :roll: Domi's face seemed to take the worst of their fight though. It was great! :beatup:

[SouthernHockeyChick]

Woo hoo...Philly ties it up ....You suck Leafs!! :D :spin:

and SHC what did Domi do ...him and his ugly as* self??? :sick:

Brashear skated by and brushed up against Domi once and the next time Brashear came by Domi elbowed the h*ll out of him. Then when Brashear turned around and looked at him he was making a throat cutting motion across his neck. Maybe he was just saying "nice necklace" but I doubt it. I think we all know what he meant. :roll: Domi's face seemed to take the worst of their fight though. It was great! :beatup:

[Jeff O Rocks]

Woo hoo...Philly ties it up ....You suck Leafs!! :D :spin:

and SHC what did Domi do ...him and his ugly as* self??? :sick:

Brashear skated by and brushed up against Domi once and the next time Brashear came by Domi elbowed the h*ll out of him. Then when Brashear turned around and looked at him he was making a throat cutting motion across his neck. Maybe he was just saying "nice necklace" but I doubt it. I think we all know what he meant. :roll: Domi's face seemed to take the worst of their fight though. It was great! :beatup:

I hate that little pint size as*hole!! Someone needs to clean his clock...big time!!! :mad: :beatup:

Thanks SHC....

[Jeff O Rocks]

Woo hoo...Philly ties it up ....You suck Leafs!! :D :spin:

and SHC what did Domi do ...him and his ugly as* self??? :sick:

Brashear skated by and brushed up against Domi once and the next time Brashear came by Domi elbowed the h*ll out of him. Then when Brashear turned around and looked at him he was making a throat cutting motion across his neck. Maybe he was just saying "nice necklace" but I doubt it. I think we all know what he meant. :roll: Domi's face seemed to take the worst of their fight though. It was great! :beatup:

I hate that little pint size as*hole!! Someone needs to clean his clock...big time!!! :mad: :beatup:

Thanks SHC....

[RIO]

oh man, brashear and domi just got into it! (finally :D ), wah hahaha, i hate domi. :evil:



HILARIOUS FIGHT!!! If ever there was a perfect physical match-up in hockey, that had to be it. I don't care for Domi myself but that "cat who ate the canary" face after the fight was a frikkin' scream.... :smoke: Unrepentently awful. That's funny. :beatup: