pens on the ropes hawks roll

[satan's twin]

Originally Posted by wiphan

The hawks are deeper and faster, but I don't think they have had as physical a series as philly would give them

The Hawks can play a physical game with anyone. They have enough size to mix it up if need be. Quennville detests penalties so they rarely go this type of game unless it starts to get chippy. In that case, Byfueglin, Eiger, Brouwer, Burish, Seabrook, et al. will protect the littler guys. Also, if need be, the Hawks have at least one banger for each of the four lines, and don't risk giving up speed or offense going to a more physical style. Other teams like St. Louis, Vancouver, Columbus and Nashville have all tried to muscle them this year to no avail. Eiger led the NHL in penalties with Philly and left to his own devices, he probably would again. No doubt, Byflueglin would love a punchout every night if he could get away with it.

There have only been two fights in the NHL playoffs this year. The refs have been ridiculous this playoff season with the close calls. If Philadelphia gets short-handed early on, then has to chase the Hawks' speed for a couple periods, they'll be dragging ass and will get crucified by the third period.

[wiphan]

Originally Posted by satan's twin

The Hawks can play a physical game with anyone. They have enough size to mix it up if need be. Quennville detests penalties so they rarely go this type of game unless it starts to get chippy. In that case, Byfueglin, Eiger, Brouwer, Burish, Seabrook, et al. will protect the littler guys. Also, if need be, the Hawks have at least one banger for each of the four lines, and don't risk giving up speed or offense going to a more physical style. Other teams like St. Louis, Vancouver, Columbus and Nashville have all tried to muscle them this year to no avail. Eiger led the NHL in penalties with Philly and left to his own devices, he probably would again. No doubt, Byflueglin would love a punchout every night if he could get away with it.

There have only been two fights in the NHL playoffs this year. The refs have been ridiculous this playoff season with the close calls. If Philadelphia gets short-handed early on, then has to chase the Hawks' speed for a couple periods, they'll be dragging ass and will get crucified by the third period.

I guess we should just hand the cup to the hawks. Flyers still need to win 1 more to get to the Party, hopefully that happens tonight!