Game 3 IGT: Ducks @ Blackhawks 5/21 at 7:00 p.m.

[DMelt36]

Steeg rumored to be returning during the series. Maybe tonight? Not a bad idea getting fresh legs in but steeger? Hrrrumph

The speculation is that Bickell would be the odd man out, reuniting that Kane-Richards-Versteeg line that was real good in November/December

 

[Ralpf]

This games going to be interesting after the 6 period marathon and having to fly from California into a new time zone. I figure by the 3rd period its going to be a gong show.

Yeah, it could get ugly.

 

[Spunky Porkstacker]

If Steeg were to play he could possibly bring a spark just because he'll want to show he belongs on the ice. Doesn't seem like Q would break up the 4th line as well as they've been playing so bigfoot seems like the guy he'd replace. How much would bigfoot be missed other than his hitting?

 

[Rex]

If Steeg were to play he could possibly bring a spark just because he'll want to show he belongs on the ice. Doesn't seem like Q would break up the 4th line as well as they've been playing so bigfoot seems like the guy he'd replace. How much would bigfoot be missed other than his hitting?

the hitting is pretty important since he's the only one that really does it.

 

[mikita's helmet]

the hitting is pretty important since he's the only one that really does it.

Also, Hawks second PP goal went off Bigfoot, screening Andersen, before Hossa tapped (sorta) it in.

 

[Tater]

I'm hoping for an early lead (obviously) but also puck possession. The D guys are probably still bang up or sore. If the Hawks have good zone time the D will spend less time running around and getting hammered by the Ducks every chance they get.

 

[mikita's helmet]

Anyone notice (haha!) Captain Stamkos crushing hit on Kevin Hayes and he had another big hit on a D-man, it was either Captain Mcdounaugh (sic) or Yandle yesterday. Now usually, Stamkos isn't known for this type of hit, but because it's the playoffs, he decided to send a message and set an attitude. Last game, Captain Toews had a chance early on to crush Kesler into the boards, but he chose not to. You know Kesler would have done it to him. Love Toews two-way game and you can't argue with all the Medals he's won in international play, his success at UND and two Cups, but I wish he'd just occasionally level someone to keep them honest and on their toes. That is all.

 

[Bigfoot]

Got the fire going for the wife and kids so we can enjoy some s'moreS. Let's get the W tonight. GO HAWKS

 

[HeHateMe]

Got the fire going for the wife and kids so we can enjoy some s'moreS. Let's get the W tonight. GO HAWKS

Classic, oldschool way to get pumped up. Good job man!

 

[DMelt36]

Shaw practicing his goal-scoring abilities in the pregame:

 

[CRM 114]

Not fun fact: the Hawks have lost the next game following a 3OT game the last three times.

 

[HeHateMe]

Not fun fact: the Hawks have lost the next game following a 3OT game the last three times.

dammit man, you are always unpumping me down right before the game...

 

[mikita's helmet]

Not fun fact: the Hawks have lost the next game following a 3OT game the last three times.

Haven't lost at home this playoffs so something's gotta give. Hope it's the former (debbie downer ).

 

[HeHateMe]

Not fun fact: the Hawks have lost the next game following a 3OT game the last three times.

If they lose tonight I'm blaming it on THIS post.

 

[Chief Walking Stick]

dammit man, you are always unpumping me down right before the game...

Hopefully you can see my image?

 

[HeHateMe]

Hopefully you can see my image?

Of course, you are one of the few people that doesn't try to troll the BH forum.

 

[Tater]

Not fun fact: the Hawks have lost the next game following a 3OT game the last three times.

That fact, isn't fun.

 

[DMelt36]

Oh what in the **** are you doing Q

 

[DMelt36]

Yeah, let's sit Vermette and Teravainen when that third line was generating some of the best chances in overtime. You gotta be fucking kidding me.

 

[Tater]

For **** sakes...