Bethany's Hockey Rants
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Four Days and Counting…
by Bethany on 09/29/09 at 03:52 PM ET
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Yesterday, the Jackets acquired Anton Stralman from the Calgary Flames for a third-round pick in the 2010 entry draft.
Stralman is exactly what the Jackets needed, in theory. Here’s General Manager Scott Howson, on the subject:
“Anton fits a critical need on our roster,” Howson said. “He’s got puckmoving ability and power-play potential. He’s a right-(hand) shot, too, which is a nice bonus.
“He’s still a young player in the league, so he has a lot of upside, too.”
We have needed that right-handed shot for quite a while, and he has power-play potential.
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Good News!
by Bethany on 04/13/09 at 10:27 PM ET
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Fredrik Modin might be back for game one against Detroit. Kristian Huselius is ready to go, and don’t hold your breath but Derick Brassard MIGHT be back as soon as game 3.
That’s a lot of fire power. If Brass is back by game 3, I expect the return of the goat line, you remember that one with Voracek and Chimera.
I am so ready for the series to start it’s getting a little ridiculous. My tickets for game four came in the mail today and I carried them around with me and showed them to whoever would look.
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Three Games Left
by Bethany on 04/07/09 at 10:26 PM ET
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Well with Huselius out…for at least Wednesday. The Jackets have a lot of offense to make up.
I think they can win these last three games, but the have to stay focused and play smart.
The lines, as usual get a shake up due to the injuries.
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The Columbus Kids
by Bethany on 01/16/09 at 10:43 AM ET
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The kids are taking over. This team has been getting draft picks galore since joining the league, and now, it’s paying off. It all starts in net.
Pascal Leclaire - Steve Mason - Pazzy earned his spot last season, but this season has been all about Steve Mason. Mason who is leading the league in GAA (1.80) and shutouts (6), is playing like a veteran. He has settled the team down, and has been dependenable. Mason is doing what Pascal Leclaire did last season - only better. I know there is a lot of talk about trading Pazzy but unless it is for a big name center, I don’t see a point. We obviously don’t have the goaltender depth that we need, and it would hurt us more than help.
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Brassard Finished for the Season
by Bethany on 12/21/08 at 06:36 PM ET
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Brassard’s season is over. He suffered a dislocated shoulder in his fight against Neal in Dallas. He is facing surgery that will take 4-6 months to recover.
This is a huge blow for the Jackets, who are going to be forced to make some sort of move, as we have lost the only productive center. Sorry RJ.
So, what are the Jackets going to do?
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Thankful?
by Bethany on 12/04/08 at 04:43 PM ET
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Well, at least I’m thankful for my hockey team.
I tend to not pay attention to the power rankings, because quite frankly the only ranking that matters is the actual standings. But, if you’re into that sort of thing, check out LTL for his weekly run down on the Jackets in the power rankings.
But, this little gem, upset me.
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Is it time to play hockey yet?
by Bethany on 11/21/08 at 10:06 PM ET
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I hate having so many days off between games. It’s hard to talk about what the team should do now, since, well, there isn’t anything new I can say. Well, I can always say that I want the goat line back, but you know, that gets old pretty quick.
Derick Brassard is the winner of The Hockey News Calder vote. What does this mean? Well, nothing really. He doesn’t get a prize, but it is nice to see the kid get noticed. He has so much skill and is finally making the move to the top line with Nash and Huselius. Brassard is fun to watch, and isn’t afraid to stand up for himself. Derick Brassard is quickly becoming a fan favorite because he gives it all every single night. Every shift he is skating his hardest, and he gets better every single game. I fully expect him to win the Calder if he keeps this up.
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Hey, we can score goals too!
by Bethany on 11/15/08 at 02:28 PM ET
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I love when we win. It makes writing about the game a lot easier. So, let’s talk about the players. Starting with of course goaltender, Pascal Leclaire. Leclaire was great coming off of his injury. He made 36 saves on 37 shots and really kept the Jackets in the game. The only goal he let in was on a 5 on 3. Leclaire showed us, again, why he should be the number one goalie, but, the problem is his health. Let’s hope he can stay healthy the rest of this season.
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The end of the Goat Line
by Bethany on 11/14/08 at 02:30 PM ET
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How depressing. The best line for the Jackets the entire season has been Chimera - Brassard - Voracek. Well, tonight, Brassard is getting the opportunity to play with the big boys. Brassard is centering the Nash and Huselius line. It’ll be nice to see what he’s able to do, however, I LOVE the goat line. They’re exciting, they seem to be the only ones playing night in and night out.
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Brassard is a funny guy.
by Bethany on 11/13/08 at 11:44 PM ET
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Derick Brassard is leading the rookies with 7 goals and 8 assists. Here’s what he says to the people who are loving him in their hockey pools:
“Some people have told me, ‘Oh, I made the right choice to pick you in my pool,’ and I say, ‘Wait, there’s 82 games in the season,”’ he said with a laugh Thursday.
Brassard has been helping me out most nights in my hockey pool, especially considering my “number 1” goalie, has been in and out with a sprained ankle. Yes, I’m lookin at you Pazzy.
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