2008 Stanley Cup Finals

[justsmoke2]

The incedents I have brought forward the game was already stopped. It would not have effected the flow of the game. As unlike a questionable goal the game continues until a stoppage where it can be reviewed. Then if necessary play can be called and the clock reset. These questionable calls have been on the sports channels and are calling for something to be done.
Viewing the game from our TV's and having the replay advantage, which the officials do not have. We will see more then them.
Actually I was hoping some of the Pens fans would come up some questionable calls the Wings got away with.

 

[richtee]

It WOULD have an effect. TV would use the time for an ad. Or it STILL would take time. I like the fact we can get a game in in 3 hours or less.

And yes.. the quality of the reffing sux. Soo...let's get their azzes off the ice..have a 3 panel "review" board with buttons that blow a whistle..if two or more hit the button. And no reviews...unless as already provided for.

 

[bossman]

Sorry All ,but being a DIE HARD AVALANCHE FAN, I hope the Penguins come back and stomp the monkey crap out of the Red Winds

 

[diesel fanatic]

Amen Bossman. Living in the central time zone, it's EASY to hate the wings. (but then again, I'd love to see Osgoode get MVP).
GO PENS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
From the lips of Mike Lang "GET IN THE EXIT LANE GRANDMA, THE BINGO GAME IS ABOUT TO BEGIN!!"

FYI ... If you need a good laugh, go to sports illustrated's web site. They're showing in the photo section some of Don Cherry's "outfits".

 

[richtee]

Boy you HAVE died hard, haven't you now? <Bomb drop sound...>

 

[dionysus]

So what you're saying Rich is that let's get the Umps off the Ball Diamonds, the refs off the football field, the judges off the tennis court, etc. I don't agree. Both teams are playing by the same rules and the same refs. Where I have an issue is if the refs are not being consistent in their calls. So far I haven't seen any of that this series. You may feel the quality sucks, but it's the same for both teams. Again, YOU CAN"T BLAME THE REFS BECAUSE YOU LOSE !!!!

 

[richtee]

I'm not blaming them for a loss, I'm blaming them for a crappy job. Then let's go back to the single ref. Be half the mistakes eh? Heh!

 

[scrapiron]

Replay is great for some calls, but when you bring replay in for calls that are based upon judgement, then you are taking away from the game. Goals, where the puck must cross the line is great for replay. One object is stationary. There shouldn't be judgement. It is more of a fact based call. Did it or did it not cross the line. Judgement is takind all of the rules that you know and applying them to a game that is flying by. It is very hard to do. They do the best job that they can. It is really easy to sit back and watch the play shown over and over on replay and even slowed down. Anyone can get that one right. It is the call that must be made in a split second that is tough. They work hard to get in the righ position. Not always does that happen though.

 

[vlap]

Not really a fan of any hockey team here but I do appreciate a good game. I turned on the game the other night and just my armchair ref opinion I saw many bad calls go against the wings and not as many against the penguins. This was one game though. Maybe the other games the bad calls went the other way. I don't know. That tripping penalty was a terrible call imo.

There should be some kind of a check going on in order to make sure of accuracy in penalty calling. A replay system similar to the NFL's maybe a way to go but used to review penalties. The refs have a hard job out there and I am sure I would miss many calls as well. I wouldn't mind having a backup to check to insure I did not make an error.

 

[scrapiron]

My other theory is, and I have had this since I played sports, if you are going to give the official credit for the loss how much credit are we giving them when our team wins?

 

[lcruzen]

Well at least you have some hope.

 

[lcruzen]

Not quite. The refs that continue playing are the ones that call the game the way the NHL(Bettman)wants it called. I can live with a missed call but bad calls are just that, Bad.

This time of year we want to see the players play, not the officials officiate.

Let the guys on the ice settle it.

 

[dionysus]

You don't really believe that do you ...... I know refs personally and you have no idea the scrutiny they are put through. There is a senior NHL official at every game only there to watch the refs, and ref performances are reviewed (from tape) after every game.

 

[sumosmoke]

Ahhhh ... Mike Lang ... I'd prefer to watch the tv with the sound muted, and his radio broadcast ANYDAY over these NBC broadcasters. There are t-shirts with Mike Lang "sayings" that includes that one!

Getting ready to make a batch of nachos for Jon and I to enjoy at the start of the game. Really hope the Pens can pull out another win in the Igloo and have another night end like this:

 

[dingle]

Now I'm not pro Wings or Guins ,however, I am a die hard hockey fan both pro and semi-pro (AHL). I have been a season ticket holder for the Syracuse Crunch of the AHL for 14 years. They are the farm team of the Columbus Blue Jackets. In my time I have seen a lot of blown and missed calls by both really good and really bad refs. It always has a way of balancing out. My only point is there are 12 players on the ice (that dont always abide by the rules-goalies included) two linesmen and a ref or two depending on which league you are watching. That's a lot going on for a ref or two to watch. I sound like a hypocryte because I have done my share of drunken, biligerent swearing at these refs. Lets give em a break. They are gonna miss a call or two during the course of a game. GAME ON!!

 

[capt dan]

The calls have been one sided, and will probably stay that way, but the Wings are bigger than that, and can win tonight. They have clinched all their playoff wins this year on the road. Phantom calls or not, tonight is the night.

http://msn.foxsports.com/nhl/story/8...rference-calls

The league needs to let these teams play hockey. If you are gonna call a bunch of crap penalties, call em for both sides!

If Bettman says he wants more calls, there WILL be more calls, You can believe that.

Time to quit this ***** footin around and finish this.The wings have been superior in every category of these playoffs, focus and experience will shine tonight!

 

[justsmoke2]

Its been reported that they have new officials for tonights game. Hmmmmmmmmmmm wonder how come. Now Coach There In of the Penns is complaining about Babcock whining to the press. Hey There In take a look at the first 4 interveiws. You may see someone who looks like you whining.

 

[capt dan]

I have watched alot of stanley cup finals( 47 yrs old) and this seasons officiating seems to be as bad as ever, reguardless who is playing. I don't doubt that tonights crew is new. I just hope they let the teams play. The fans want to see hockey, not politics or speculation!

 

[bbq bubba]

Off to a good start............

 

[beebeque]

Its back to the Burgh for our next victory! I wish I had some Primanti Bros. & Iron City to celebrate. I guess I'll just have to make some chipped-ham (smoked of course) in stead.

God I miss the City-Of-Champions!!! Go Pens!