I'd love to see the Sens win, but realistically I think we are probably out in 7.
That being said I wouldn't be surprised if Boston doesn't advance past the 2nd round, and the Sens series being a major reason as to why.
This.
I could see sens winning, but would be a little surprised. Likely Boston wins, but I hope the sens give it their all, and make it hard! And if they do, I will be thrilled, win or lose.
Was actually talking to my bf, and he was like, I could see sens beating the Bruins. And he is usually right on things.
I could see sens winning, but would be a little surprised. Likely Boston wins, but I hope the sens give it their all, and make it hard! And if they do, I will be thrilled, win or lose.
Was actually talking to my bf, and he was like, I could see sens beating the Bruins. And he is usually right on things.
Bruins nation is pulling for the Sens today, nothing personal, but the matchup is very favourable for us despite what your bf thinks.
That still doesn't prove anything about Bishop being "mentally soft".
I am just basing it on subtle things, letting in weak shot at an inopportune time, his reactions afterwards, when the media was asking him about the Boston kid that outplayed him the other night and how he went around questions about his own game, facial expressions etc. etc.
The only scenario in which Ottawa could finish 8th is:
3rd = Florida gains at least 1 point to clinch the division.
7th = Washington wins to tie Ottawa at 92, but with 1 more win for the tiebreaker.
8th = Ottawa loses, no points.
A dangerous mentality heading into the playoffs. I hope Sens use their speed and run circles around the B's and Anderson matches Thomas.
The Caps are a much more difficult matchup then Ottawa, they play a really boring stifling defensive game and have a lot of talent with size upfront, plus with Backstrom back they are getting their #1 centre back, it would be like Ottawa getting back Spezza. Ottawa gives up a ton of scoring chances and rely heavily on a few key guys for offense, this is perfect for Boston as Chara and Seidenberg shut down everyone. The only thing that concerns me is Ottawa's PP, it is good and if they catch fire it will be a competitive series, at even strength, Boston has a huge advantage.
The only scenario in which Ottawa could finish 8th is:
3rd = Florida gains at least 1 point to clinch the division.
7th = Washington wins to tie Ottawa at 92, but with 1 more win for the tiebreaker.
8th = Ottawa loses, no points.
It's done by ROW, Washington is already 2 ahead of us.
That still doesn't prove anything about Bishop being "mentally soft".
I don't know about him being mentally soft but it seems to me he likes to give the death stare to whichever defenseman he percieves has just made an error leading to a goal. Being a former goalie myself I can't stand that kinda thing. I'll add "if it's happening" here cause I may be over-interpretting.
I'm thinking of the Karlsson own-goal against the Leafs in specific which Bishop really caused by trying to do too much lingering behind the net looking to make a pick. I remember seeing a similar reaction a game or two later and making a mental note of it.
Talk about nit-picking though (I'm reffering to myself here)...I'm inclined to think he's fine but if it is happening that kinda stuff can sour a locker-room pretty quick.
The Caps are a much more difficult matchup then Ottawa, they play a really boring stifling defensive game and have a lot of talent with size upfront, plus with Backstrom back they are getting their #1 centre back, it would be like Ottawa getting back Spezza. Ottawa gives up a ton of scoring chances and rely heavily on a few key guys for offense, this is perfect for Boston as Chara and Seidenberg shut down everyone. The only thing that concerns me is Ottawa's PP, it is good and if they catch fire it will be a competitive series, at even strength, Boston has a huge advantage.
Be careful.
You have to be soft and sweet with your words, just in case you have to eat them later.
I don't know about him being mentally soft but it seems to me he likes to give the death stare to whichever defenseman he percieves has just made an error leading to a goal. Being a former goalie myself I can't stand that kinda thing. I'll add "if it's happening" here cause I may be over-interpretting.
I'm thinking of the Karlsson own-goal against the Leafs in specific which Bishop really caused by trying to do too much lingering behind the net looking to make a pick. I remember seeing a similar reaction a game or two later and making a mental note of it.
Talk about nit-picking though (I'm reffering to myself here)...I'm inclined to think he's fine but if it is happening that kinda stuff can sour a locker-room pretty quick.
There's not a goalie in the league who won't give his defenceman a stare after said D-man scores on his own net.
There's not a goalie in the league who won't give his defenceman a stare after said D-man scores on his own net.
...but when said goalie was clearly obstructing the passing lane foolishly? No right to dump on anyone, they share the dunce cap. And like I said it ain't the only time but darned if I can recall and it's based off of watching the TV so it's likely nothing.
I'm concerned about us underestimating things. We have to play as hard as we would against the Bruins. If anyone thinks we don't, we will lose. This is the playoffs, it's a different ball game.
I'm concerned about us underestimating things. We have to play as hard as we would against the Bruins. If anyone thinks we don't, we will lose. This is the playoffs, it's a different ball game.
I'm 100% sure the Sens players don't have the same attitude this board seems to have since learning we play the Rangers.
Lets put this one to rest; jinx's are for kids, and the relief at drawing the Rangers is valid.
I think the simple difference is that the Sens have shown that they can beat the Rangers somewhat consistently. This means nothing other than in their heads they know that this is a team they can beat and a series they are capable of winning, not probable, but capable.
As for Boston, the Sens have shown that they consistently lose to that team. Going into a series against a team that beats you virtually every time you play them has got have the players thinking that it's going to be extremely difficult and improbable that they win a series.
I have no doubt that they would approach each series as professionals, but facing the Rangers feels a lot better for the fans, and I imagine it feels better for the players as well, since they have shown themselves that they can beat this team. They will be able to use past dominance as a confidence builder between games and periods if they get down or need to hold on.
In sum, it doesn't appear as though anyone is taking the Rangers lightly, certainly not the players, but it is without a doubt the preferred match up in terms of how well our team plays against them. Undeniably we have a better chance at beating the Rangers than Boston, though overall, the Rangers are still the favourites.
