Sens are 3-0. The Ranger's game was tighter than 2-0. Sens scored a shortie and off a bad line change early in the game. The 2nd and 3rd periods were a goaltending battle. Lundqvist and Gerber looked pretty good. Henrick robbed Heater on a few quality chances. Avery got knocked-out of the game. Neil caught him with a stiff check. NY commentators called it an obvious elbow. Having watched over 240 Chris Neil games the last 3 years, I can say that Neil leads with the shoulder and then pushes off with his arms, which does look like an elbow. I'm calling it clean, but who cares? Avery deserves what he gets for running his mouth all the time.
Kings lost. But it was filled with side stories. Brady Murray played against his dad, Blues coach (& former Kings coach) Andy Murray. Jon Bernier started in net for the Kings. He looked pretty solid for most of the game. The funny thing was that Labarbera had a special mask painted, to promote an upcoming movie The Seeker. Not sure what that publicity stunt cost, but it was futile as Jason rode the bench and wore a baseball cap during the game. I like his Metallica mask better anyway.
JR scored two goals. 3 more to 500. JR really can't skate anymore. It's hard to watch him. Colorado played the Sharks and stomped them. Stastny looks really good. I rated him pretty high in the hockey pool, but still didn't get him. The guy is on fire early in the season. Comrie has also been tearing it up. I know he has plenty of skill, now that he's getting top line ice time the points will come. I just don't like his flashy style. I think his scoring will be inconsistent & he will probably be a minus player. And the biggest shocker? Havlat DTD with shoulder injury. The guy has otherworldly skill, but can't stay healthy.
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