jloos Posted August 31, 2004 Posted August 31, 2004 The US opens the World Cup tonight at Montreal. I just saw Paul Martin replaced Leopold on the roster. This may be the only time we see NHL players this year. On that note when do the Wild-Pens tickets go on sale? I don't want to buy tickets until I know there is going to be a game. I'm sure ticketmaster will refund the tickets, minus all the fees they rake in. Quote
iceberg Posted August 31, 2004 Posted August 31, 2004 Its also on the CBC if you can pick it up Quote
#1siouxfan22 Posted August 31, 2004 Posted August 31, 2004 at lunch sweden and germany was on. and about those pens wild tickets i would love to go. im just not sure when they go on sale and if the game is goin to be on? Quote
dakotadan Posted August 31, 2004 Posted August 31, 2004 I definately hope that the Wild game is played. That was going to be my birthday present to myself! Quote
Smoggy Posted August 31, 2004 Posted August 31, 2004 Back to the World Cup. This was probably mentioned before, but I see that Jason Blake is on the roster. Here's the roster for the U.S. Quote
CoteauRinkRat Posted August 31, 2004 Posted August 31, 2004 When will the tickets go on sale? good question, who knows Quote
sprig Posted August 31, 2004 Posted August 31, 2004 Back to the World Cup. This was probably mentioned before, but I see that Jason Blake is on the roster. Unfortunately, a scratch for tonight's game, as is P. Martin. Quote
dakotadan Posted September 1, 2004 Posted September 1, 2004 US vs Canada just got over. disappointing 2-1 loss. I thought Canada played pretty solid but from what I watched the US just looked a little disorganized. So what kind of practicing if any do they do before games like these? Quote
Smoggy Posted September 1, 2004 Posted September 1, 2004 I read on ESPN that they practice for like ten days ahead of time. I believe that is what is allowed for every team, however, I think the Germans are mostly made up of a single team or at least guys that play together a lot. Quote
If only we had Belfour Posted September 1, 2004 Posted September 1, 2004 I went to USAHOCKEY.com and it stated that the US had only SIX shots on goal for the game. Is that right? That has to be the most pathetic stat I have ever seen. As far as a refund from Ticketmaster I had tickets to the eagles concert at Englested and when they cancelled I got all my money back including ticketmaster fees. Quote
redwing77 Posted September 1, 2004 Posted September 1, 2004 I believe the US had more shots, but I can't remember what the number was. I hate to say it, but Canada was, by far, the better team on the ice. It's a testiment to the US's goaltender (Esche) and their defense that the game ended 2-1. The US's offensive were nothing more than dump it into the Canadian zone for the Canadians to pick up and clear, it seemed. There were a few shots on goal, but most were weak and easily saved. Looking at this game, even if it was an early game, I suspect Canada will win the tourny. Brodeur is stellar in the nets and their offensive talent was far superior to US. Quote
CoteauRinkRat Posted September 1, 2004 Posted September 1, 2004 I believe the US had more shots, but I can't remember what the number was. 32-24 Canada had more shots, dominating the first period when they had 19 of them. Quote
sprig Posted September 1, 2004 Posted September 1, 2004 Halfway throught the game Canada let in scoring chances 18-0, the US outchanced Canada 15-3 over the last half of the game. Great goaltending for both teams, but the 2 PP goals by Canada made the difference. Quote
jloos Posted September 1, 2004 Author Posted September 1, 2004 According to ESPN Paul Martin is the Prime Minister of Canada. That explains why he was a scratch for last nights game. I'm suprised Gopher fans haven't been bragging about this. ESPN Article (you need to click on the link provided for Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin) Quote
sagard Posted September 1, 2004 Posted September 1, 2004 According to ESPN Paul Martin is the Prime Minister of Canada. That explains why he was a scratch for last nights game. I'm suprised Gopher fans haven't been bragging about this. ESPN Article (you need to click on the link provided for Canadian Prime Minister Paul Martin) We did brag about it last year. At the time the only reason for leaving the program was to go run a country. Quote
jeffj Posted September 1, 2004 Posted September 1, 2004 Comments from Cananda / US game - http://www.newsisfree.com/iclick/i,49989407,2183,f/ Quote
redwing77 Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 I hate being critical of the US WOrld Cup team, but where's the offense? I saw for certain that there are probably no finer teams in the World Cup besides Canada and the US in the field of defensive ability, but Canada has offense. I'd hate to think that the US won't compete for first or second place, but if they don't find a way to score, I'm not sure if the US can place. That being said, where the hell did Esche come from? Before last season, I thought he was just another overrated goaltender on the Coyotes. He gets traded to Philadelphia and does no better, then this past season, wham-o, among the top. Sorry to be critical again, but without Esche, I doubt the US would have a win in the world cup, exhibitions included. Quote
Goon Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 I am sick and tired of watchign Team USA play with no heart at all. This is disgusting and hard to watch. The American should be ashamed of themselves. I am hoping the NHL goes out on strike and the owners put scabs in their place. Some of these overpaid pre-madanas are worth the money they are paid. I also think it is time for Leetch, Chelios, Hull and Madano to move on and let someone else play, they are too old and too unmotivated to play. They got out worked by the Russians tonight. I think some of these guys are still reading the press releases of 1996 telling them how good they were. Keith K. has played like a moron the past two games, his stupid selfish play hurt team USA. I am disappointed (I am not even drinking). I would love to see someone take out Kasperitis too also. The man is a Goon/Thug... Kasperitis just tried to take out Blake with a cheap shot after turtling against Billy Guerin. Quote
schmidtdoggydog Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Roenick had a pretty funny comment when talking about Blake after JB's scrum toward the end of tonight's game when he said, "Blakies only 5'5", but he's tough as nails!" Obviously, he isn't quite that short, but it looked like he got a good shot in on DK. Quote
Goon Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Roenick had a pretty funny comment when talking about Blake after JB's scrum toward the end of tonight's game when he said, "Blakies only 5'5", but he's tough as nails!" Obviously, he isn't quite that short, but it looked like he got a good shot in on DK. Too bad the refs separated them so early. Blake is tough as nails. I think he might actually be 5'8" Quote
Greyeagle Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 I think he might actually be 5'8" With skates on. It was too bad they broke them up, the US could use some spark. Quote
redwing77 Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 SOme spark? They could use a defibulator on offense! Esche can only stop so many shots. I will say this right now: Without Esche, the US wouldn't even have a chance. He is by FAR the best player on the roster. Quote
Ruffian Posted September 3, 2004 Posted September 3, 2004 Esche has been awesome and Team USA owes him a win. Looks like scratching Hull and some of the older guys has made a difference. Blake made sure that puck went in, eh? Quote
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