DevsMan84 Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 I will say this, first round ticket prices are going to shock the crap out of you.. STH cost is $46 for uppers an balconies.. The head of ticket sales said they are betting on the Devils not playing the Panthers or Jets, so they priced it to capitalize on a sexier opponent Obviously winning is most important, but finances are still a concern.. If they have to discount tickets because of the opponent then they better credit the STH or dookie will hit the fan $46 is a little higher than I thought, but not by much. You think they are pricing this in anticipation of a first round exit too? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarpathianForest Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 No to the first round exit. We have pretty decent records against the Flyers, Pens and Rangers this season. Our regular season record against the Rags sucked in 07-08 and sucked against the Flyers in 09-10. Ain't skeered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDevs4978 Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 (edited) The only advantage pricing playoffs in anticipation of an early exit gets you is a 'little' bank interest and a few extra bucks in 2-3 games. Even if you're talking about $6-7 million dollars of potential playoff gate, that's basically a couple hundred thousand interest. I doubt that's going to make or break them either way. If Colin says he was told by someone high up they're pricing for opponent I'd take that at face value but yeah that could backfire badly. Maybe not too badly if the opponent winds up being the Caps or Bruins, but if it's any other SE team or Ottawa somehow, well the joke'll be on them when they can't even discount tickets because that'll annoy the STH's to no end. Tonight was an example of what happens when you price the sth value so high you can't offer discounts. Come to think of it, they offered the cheer now, pay later that like 95% of STH's probably took since their 'incentive' for paying now wasn't much of one so it's not like they're getting a lot of money in advance anyway. Edited March 12, 2012 by NJDevs4978 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sundstrom Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 After the last two wins against the flyers. I'm not worried about them in the playoffs the flyers will be a different team than what we saw last night - they will have bryz in goal and timmonen and meszaros on defense. that is a better team. that being said, i would be kinda ok playing them. I will say this, first round ticket prices are going to shock the crap out of you.. STH cost is $46 for uppers an balconies.. The head of ticket sales said they are betting on the Devils not playing the Panthers or Jets, so they priced it to capitalize on a sexier opponent Obviously winning is most important, but finances are still a concern.. If they have to discount tickets because of the opponent then they better credit the STH or dookie will hit the fan do the devils "buy" some of the tickets themselves and resell on stubhub? because if they drew the rangers in round 1, they would absolutely make more on that (to a lesser extent with PIT and PHI). i would agree that the 6 seed draws the worst possible opponent from a gate perspective. they would sell out vs every other alternative other than ottawa. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NJDevs4978 Posted March 12, 2012 Share Posted March 12, 2012 The problem with playing the Flyers is PDB will be compelled to go with the goon line again, especially if Zajac is still in witness protection by the time the playoffs start. We got away with it last night somehow but I still hate the Boulton-Janssen fourth line. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sundstrom Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 The problem with playing the Flyers is PDB will be compelled to go with the goon line again, especially if Zajac is still in witness protection by the time the playoffs start. We got away with it last night somehow but I still hate the Boulton-Janssen fourth line. i doubt it - the playoffs are a very different animal. if the flyers want to dress a 4th line of goons, i'll happily throw carter-zajac-bernier at them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdgeControl Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 (edited) as a Mets fan I will always remember the 1988 playoff loss to the dodgers, we had beaten them 10 of 11 reg season, then scioscia The Devils have shown the ability to beat any EC team, they've also shown the ability to LOSE to any EC team. be careful what you wish for that 6 seed may be fighting for a PO spot and would come in hardened with nothing to lose. I'll take on anyone BTW Crosby's return can be short lived!! a little boarding here, a little charging there.. Edited March 13, 2012 by EdgeControl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peteyvegas Posted March 13, 2012 Share Posted March 13, 2012 Rangers, Pittsburgh, Boston. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 BIG night in the race for sixth. While I wasn't hoping for a loss, it's pretty good news. Team Pts GR PHI 87 13 NJD 85 12 OTT 81 12 Hopefully Bryzgalov can keep up his good play for the time being. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Rockies 1976 Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 BIG night in the race for sixth. While I wasn't hoping for a loss, it's pretty good news. Team Pts GR PHI 87 13 NJD 85 12 OTT 81 12 Hopefully Bryzgalov can keep up his good play for the time being. Obviously no sure things, but after last night, even though it was just one game, I'm convinced the best chance for the Devils to make any noise in the playoffs is going to be as a #6. No guarantee they win that series either, but I think I'd at least make them the favorite in such a series. I don't think I could do that against the Penguins or Flyers in a first-round series. If I had to make a prediction for those series today, I'd have to say Devils lose either series in 6 games if it's a first rounder...but if the Devils get a series win under their belts and a little playoff confidence going, I'd definitely give them a better chance against whoever they face in the second round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Wensink Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 (edited) Obviously no sure things, but after last night, even though it was just one game, I'm convinced the best chance for the Devils to make any noise in the playoffs is going to be as a #6. No guarantee they win that series either, but I think I'd at least make them the favorite in such a series. I don't think I could do that against the Penguins or Flyers in a first-round series. If I had to make a prediction for those series today, I'd have to say Devils lose either series in 6 games if it's a first rounder...but if the Devils get a series win under their belts and a little playoff confidence going, I'd definitely give them a better chance against whoever they face in the second round. Completely agree…matchups matter A LOT. Look how who we played in ’03 helped us later on vs. OTT. (and the bad match-ups since) Playing Rangers early would leave nothing in the tank, and Ibelieve the same goes for Philly. Pitt w/ Crosby is a VERY hard out. Boston hasour number. Though a 2 seed vs. 7 seed with Sens vs. Devils is possible if Bosplays like crap much longer. Give me Florida in Round 1, if we can’t beat them we don’t deserve to move on. (Plus I doubt we would have fared much better against anyother top seed anyway.) Edited March 14, 2012 by John Wensink Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EdgeControl Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 Obviously no sure things, but after last night, even though it was just one game, I'm convinced the best chance for the Devils to make any noise in the playoffs is going to be as a #6. No guarantee they win that series either, but I think I'd at least make them the favorite in such a series. I don't think I could do that against the Penguins or Flyers in a first-round series. If I had to make a prediction for those series today, I'd have to say Devils lose either series in 6 games if it's a first rounder...but if the Devils get a series win under their belts and a little playoff confidence going, I'd definitely give them a better chance against whoever they face in the second round. Yup, IT WAS ONE GAME!!! we looked like world beaters on Sunday and they looked great last night. just give 110% against whomever Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 Obviously no sure things, but after last night, even though it was just one game, I'm convinced the best chance for the Devils to make any noise in the playoffs is going to be as a #6. No guarantee they win that series either, but I think I'd at least make them the favorite in such a series. I don't think I could do that against the Penguins or Flyers in a first-round series. If I had to make a prediction for those series today, I'd have to say Devils lose either series in 6 games if it's a first rounder...but if the Devils get a series win under their belts and a little playoff confidence going, I'd definitely give them a better chance against whoever they face in the second round. The Devils similarly spanked the Flyers on Sunday night, so I have no idea why your takeaway from this game would be that the Devils can't take the Flyers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Wensink Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 The Devils similarly spanked the Flyers on Sunday night, so I have no idea why your takeaway from this game would be that the Devils can't take the Flyers. On Sunday, Philly was not playing their #1 goalie and missing 2 "Dmen" that played yesterday. I think the difference was noticeable. That being said I think we can win any match up or lose any one too if we don't play hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Rockies 1976 Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 The Devils similarly spanked the Flyers on Sunday night, so I have no idea why your takeaway from this game would be that the Devils can't take the Flyers. A hunch. By the numbers, the Devils were 3-3 against the Flyers, and like you said, they did beat the Flyers convincingly on Sunday. I didn't say that the Devils COULDN'T take the Flyers...I just think the Flyers would win a first round matchup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph Posted March 14, 2012 Author Share Posted March 14, 2012 (edited) On Sunday, Philly was not playing their #1 goalie and missing 2 "Dmen" that played yesterday. I think the difference was noticeable. That being said I think we can win any match up or lose any one too if we don't play hard. Would playing their #1 goalie have made any difference? They got run. Yeah, they got some guys back in the lineup and I'm sure that helped, but the Devils also played lousy and that happens. It's really moot because I can't see how the Flyers and Devils meet in the 1st round. Edited March 14, 2012 by Triumph Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SterioDesign Posted March 14, 2012 Share Posted March 14, 2012 looks like we might have boston on our ass sooner than later and that the Sens could endup 2nd Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph Posted March 15, 2012 Author Share Posted March 15, 2012 Ottawa gets a single point, unfortunately, but they were playing Montreal, so let's not be greedy. Team PTS GR 5. PHI 87 13 6. NJD 85 12 7. OTT 82 11 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Fan Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 I think the Atlantic Division is way too strong andI think the Devils have a good chance to kick Boston out of the playoffs. Thomas and his team are not the same after the White House saga. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Legion15 Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 nj.com: 5 questions facing the Devils... 1. Does it matter where they finish?Without question. The Devils wouldn’t mind staying right where they are, in sixth place, and facing the Florida Panthers in the first round. They’d be out of the media glare with a chance to build up some steam. Dropping to eighth and facing the Rangers might be exciting, but it would be a roll of the dice, and facing the Bruins would likely mean an early playoff exit. I have to agree here. If we want to make it deeper than the first round this year, we're better off playing Florida. They're only in because they're a division leader in a weak division. Sure, we could catch that disease where we take them for granted as an easy win, and they could come out and pound us, but if we take them as serious as any real opponent we should do fine. I like the notion of us being out of the media glare to some extent. Takes some of the pressure off of having to face perhaps the Phailures, Skirts or Bruins first round, but that could come back to haunt us if we lose to the Panthers. The speculation would be "how could you not beat a team from a weak division who only got in because they led their division?" Best scenario, would rather see us take on Florida than anyone else first round. Want a winning series more than a nail-biting entertaining one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marshall Posted March 15, 2012 Share Posted March 15, 2012 I think the Atlantic Division is way too strong andI think the Devils have a good chance to kick Boston out of the playoffs. Thomas and his team are not the same after the White House saga. I wouldn't attribute his play to that (he played very well in the weeks following it) but they sure seem beatable now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamtheprodigy Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 Still looking pretty good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Puddy Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 It's getting a little more interesting with Florida surging and the Bs slipping... either of those teams, plus the Sens and (less likely) the Caps (also on a 4-game win streak) could wind up in the 2 and 3 seeds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamtheprodigy Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 It's getting a little more interesting with Florida surging and the Bs slipping... either of those teams, plus the Sens and (less likely) the Caps (also on a 4-game win streak) could wind up in the 2 and 3 seeds. If the Bruins keep slumping as badly as they have all the way into the playoffs and get supplanted by the Panthers... maybe they wouldn't be such a bad first round opponent after all? I have to admit I haven't really watched any of their games or highlights, so I don't know exactly what their problem is. Has Thomas been that bad? Or is the team hanging him out to dry? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Rockies 1976 Posted March 16, 2012 Share Posted March 16, 2012 If the Bruins keep slumping as badly as they have all the way into the playoffs and get supplanted by the Panthers... maybe they wouldn't be such a bad first round opponent after all? I have to admit I haven't really watched any of their games or highlights, so I don't know exactly what their problem is. Has Thomas been that bad? Or is the team hanging him out to dry? According to Anson Carter (NHL Network), he says the Bruins have just been careless with the puck in all three zones, for what that's worth. He also made it sound like that the Devils and Avs were purposely playing for a shootout, because that's each team's strength. Right, I'm sure going in both teams said, "Hey, let's not try to score for 65 minutes, then take our chances in the shootout." Both teams created chances but both goalies made some nice saves. It wasn't like both teams were waiting for the other to give them a scoring chance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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