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2009 NHL Playoff Round 1 Predictions - Western Conference

Alright here are the Red Line's NHL Round 1 playoff predictions for the Western Conference:

                                                  Chris       Matt       Nick        Ron       Colin   

SJ Sharks Vs Ducks                      SJ           SJ            SJ           SJ          SJ

Wings vs NY Blue Jackets            Wings     Wings      Jackets   Jackets Wings  

Canucks vs Blues                         Blues     Blues        Canucks   Blues    Canucks

Blackhawks vs Flames                 Hawks    Hawks     Hawks     Hawks   Hawks   

          

4 NHL Rule Changes For 2008-2009 Season

The NHL is introducing 4 new rule changes for the 2008-2009 season.  I am not always in agreement with changes that are introduced by the league but I have to say that 3 of the 4 new tweaks should help the game.  I think that #2 could be a good rule but it is very subjective and the refs will not enforce it properly.

1. A change to Rule 76.2 ("Face-Offs") will place the first face-off of a power play in the defending zone of the team that committed the foul.
2. A change to Rule 81.1 ("Icing") states that "Any contact between opposing players while pursuing the puck on an icing must be for the sole purpose of playing the puck and not for eliminating the opponent from playing the puck. Unnecessary or dangerous contact could result in penalties being assessed to the offending player."
3. A change to Rule 85.5 ("Face-Off Location") provides that if a puck is shot off the goal frame, goal post or crossbar, the subsequent face-off will remain in the end zone where the puck went out of play.
4. I can't find the official wording for this one but I've heard that its approved.  When a puck is iced intentionally the game will NOT be delayed but a tv timeout even if one was scheduled.  This is a great rule change as coaches really started to abuse this last year and take advantage of the ability to ice the puck when they knew a tv timeout was coming.  Bravo NHL.

Now next year, slim down the goalie equipment.

Dan Boyle Is a Shark

Dan Boyle has waived his no trade and has been traded to the San Jose Sharks from the Tampa Bay Lightning.  San Jose is rumored to be sending Matt Carle, Brad Lukowich, a 1st round pick and 4th rounder as per tsn.ca.  Looks like the Sharks are loading up for a run at the Cup.  They'll need luck as the road to the Cup in West will be through Detroit next year.

Dan Boyle career stats

Matt Carle career stats

Sabres Did the Right Thing Dumping Campbell

For all of you knocking the Buffalo Sabres, please step back from the ledge. Brian Campbell was adamant about getting a 6-7 year deal at 6.5 million per season. This guy is simply not worth it. The Sabres were only willing to go 3-4 and were offering in the 5.75 range, more than fair. I know Campbell played really well last spring but the games I watched this season he looked horrible against the Rangers.  Add in his minus 1 this year and Campbell is clearly not worth the contract he is demanding.

It will be interesting to see if the San Jose Sharks lock him up long term or if he hits the open market. The Sabres now need to focus on locking up Ryan Miller long term. If they fail to do that its going to be a dark time in Buffalo.

 

Kubina Oks Trade Than Changes Mind and Burns Leafs

Cliff Fletcher had a lot going on in Leaf land this week. First Mats Sundin refuses to be traded and leaves the Leafs with few tradeable assets. Brian McCabe was rumored to go all week but either was not willing to waive his no trade or teams didn’t think adding the winger oops I mean defensemen would help them. Then Pavel Kubina (I’m still laughing about his contract) agreed to a be traded to the Edmonton Oilers or the San Jose Sharks. Cliff then proceeded to continue discussions with both teams only to find out after the Maple Leafs beat the Ottawa Senators that Kubina changed his mind. I guess there is a silver lining as Fletcher hijacked the pens for Hal Gil, see my Hal Gil Blog.

NHL Network Launching on Directv in HD

There are a lot of rumors floating around so I'll try and separate out facts from speculation:

Fact: The NHL Network has signed a carriage agreement with Directv, click here for the NHL Directv agreeement.

Fact: Directv has no capacity to add the NHL Network in SD, it will supposedly be adding it in 2008.

Fact: Directv is said to be launching the HD version of the NHL Network by the end of October.

Speculation:  Heavy speculation is that the NHL Network will be added for Directv HD subscribers Weds Oct 24th.  Hopefully when subscribers wake up and check their guide it will be appearing on channel 215.

For the full list of Directv HD channels that are currently available check out this blog: Directv Complete HD Lineup.  For New York Rangers fans check out Matt's latest blog on the status of MSG HD.

If you've tuned to any of these channels and cannot receive them you might not have the proper equipment.  You will need the following in order to receive the new HD channels: a 5 LNB Dish, and one of the following MPEG 4 boxes: a HR-20, HR-21, H-20 or H-21 model.  Without this equipment you will not be able to receive the signal from the new bird.

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Pics of All 30 NHL Rbk Edge Jerseys Home and Away

Check out this video that shows the new Reebok EDGE NHL Jerseys for all teams both home and away.  Please note how the Panthers and Oilers have the exact same jersey, shame on you Edmonton.

For those of you who truly hate the new Reebok Edge Jersey's or want to save some dough, now is the time to pick up the "old" style jerseys before their sold out. Check out these great deals on NHL Jersey Deals.

Want to know all the specifications and the  advantages (as per Rbk Marketing) of the new Reebok EDGE uniforms, check out this link: Facts about New NHL Jersey Reebok EDGE.  Or those in the mood for humor check out this blog Why You Need to Buy a Reebok EDGE Jersey! 

Check out my previous rant about the new Reebok Edge Jersey and Top Reasons to Boycott Reebok EDGE.

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San Jose Sharks Video of New Rbk EDGE Unveiling

The San Jose Sharks unveiled the new RBK Edge uniform system at HP Pavilion on Monday, September 17th 2007. Captain Patrick Marleau, Joe Thornton, Mike Grier, and Kyle McLaren were on hand to showcase the new design and give their opinions about the new Reebok EDGE uniform system.  The players also also talk about the Sharks upcoming season.

To check out links to pictures and reviews of ALL the new Reebok Jerseys, click on this link: NHL RBK Edge jerseys.

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Pics of All New NHL Rbk EDGE Jerseys

Below I've attached links to pics and reviews of all the new NHL Reebok EDGE jerseys / uniform systems.  For those of you who truly hate the new Reebok Edge Jersey's or want to save some dough, now is the time to pick up the "old" style jerseys before their sold out. Check out these great deals on NHL Jersey Deals.

Want to know all the specifications and the  advantages (as per Rbk Marketing) of the new Reebok EDGE uniforms, check out this link: Facts about New NHL Jersey Reebok EDGE.  Or those in the mood for humor check out this blog Why You Need to Buy a Reebok EDGE Jersey! 

Check out my previous rant about the new Reebok Edge Jersey and Top Reasons to Boycott Reebok EDGE. Don't forget to check out all our blogs that contain photos of the new Reebok Edge Jersey's that have been officially released by the following teams:

- New Jersey Devils Jersey                             - Edmonton Oilers Jersey

- Chicago Blackhawks Jersey                          - Minnesota Wild Jersey

- Toronto Maple  Leafs Jersey                       - Colorado Avalanche Jersey

- Buffalo Sabres Jersey                                 - Anaheim Ducks Jersey

- Colorado Avalanche                                    - Carolina Hurricanes Jersey         

- Pittsburgh Penguins Jersey                         - Montreal Canadiens Jersey    

- Toronto Maple Leafs Jersey                        - Calgary Flames Jersey

- Philadelphia Flyers Jersey                           - Vancouver Canucks Jersey       

- Detroit Red Wings Jersey                           - Ottawa Senators Jersey         

- Washington Capitals Jersey                       - New York Islanders Jersey

- Tampa Bay Lightning Jersey                      - Nashville Predators Jersey    

- Florida Panthers Jersey                             - Columbus Blue Jackets Jersey

- Dallas Stars Jersey                                    - St. Louis Blues Jersey

- Atlanta Thrashers Jersey                           - Los Angeles Kings Jersey

- San Jose Sharks Jersey                              - Phoenix Coyotes Jersey

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San Jose Sharks New Reebok EDGE Jersey

I don't know, these jerseys really don't do it for me.  I think the orange is the major problem I have with them.  Too many colors and stripes.  I've attached a home and away jersey I've always like the sharks teal jersey but this one I find distracting.  I do like the new logo over the old one.  Sharks fans what do you think?

For those of you who truly hate the new Reebok Edge Jersey's or want to save some dough, now is the time to pick up the "old" style jerseys before their sold out. Check out these great deals on NHL Jersey Deals or San Jose Sharks Jersey.

Want to know all the specifications and the advantages (as per Rbk Marketing) of the new Reebok EDGE uniforms, check out this link: Facts about New NHL Jersey Reebok EDGE.  Or those in the mood for humor check out this blog that I just posted today Why You Need to Buy a Reebok EDGE Jersey! 

Check out my previous rant about the new Reebok Edge Jersey and Top Reasons to Boycott Reebok EDGE. Don't forget to check out all our blogs that contain photos of the new Reebok Edge Jersey's that have been officially released by the following teams:

- New Jersey Devils Jersey                             - Edmonton Oilers Jersey

- Chicago Blackhawks Jersey                          - Minnesota Wild Jersey

- Toronto Maple  Leafs Jersey                       - Colorado Avalanche Jersey

- Buffalo Sabres Jersey                                 - Anaheim Ducks Jersey

- Colorado Avalanche                                    - Carolina Hurricanes Jersey         

- Pittsburgh Penguins Jersey                         - Montreal Canadiens Jersey    

- Toronto Maple Leafs Jersey                        - Calgary Flames Jersey

- Philadelphia Flyers Jersey                           - Vancouver Canucks Jersey       

- Detroit Red Wings Jersey                           - Ottawa Senators Jersey         

- Washington Capitals Jersey                       - New York Islanders Jersey

- Tampa Bay Lightning Jersey                      - Nashville Predators Jersey    

- Florida Panthers Jersey                             - Columbus Blue Jackets Jersey

- Dallas Stars Jersey                                    - St. Louis Blues Jersey

- Atlanta Thrashers Jersey                           - Los Angeles Kings Jersey

- San Jose Sharks Jersey                              - Phoenix Coyotes Jersey

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