NJDevs4978 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Adam Henriqye is a mediocre at best hockey player I don't know about mediocre but he's certainly overrated. A streaky 25-goal player still has a place in someone's top six but he gets treated like he's Parise lite and that's really far from the truth. That's a fvcking unacceptable mistake. I think when Hynes shaves his head he comes a little too close to his brain. Might've done some inadvertent damage. It's not so much that the goalie pulls are early, it's that he doesn't take into account game situation at all. Pulling the goalie shorthanded is bad cause there's no real advantage to be gained on it. Pulling the goalie insanely early on the PP gives the other team two minutes of no icing to shoot at an empty net. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satans Hockey Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 That's quite disappointing to hear, I had done the club seats years ago when the team stunk and I remember the clubs being like you said. I was debating doing it again this year at some point but just doesn't seem worth it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDog2020 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 (edited) MB, maybe tweet at Hugh Weber about the food. He usually listens to stuff like that and I'm sure he'd like to know if people think the food sucks in the club where people are paying $300 a pop to watch a horrible team play Nashville on a Tuesday. The least they can do is up the quality of the damn food in there, it wasn't bad before. Edited October 14, 2015 by MadDog2020 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SterioDesign Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Ah-- Merrill. Forgot about him. Am I the only one who thought he was borderline worse than Gelinas tonight? I was hoping he had a sophomore slump last year but it's looking like he's just not a very good hockey player either. We have a lotta those. Wait a second... Are you trying to tell me that our "sure fire / so well put together / set for life / future top dcorp in the nhl" dcorp is overrated and that were not only a few top 6 forwards away from being cup finalists in the next few years since were crazy solid on the D and in net? Godamnit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadDog2020 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Wait a second... Are you trying to tell me that our "sure fire / so well put together / set for life / future top dcorp in the nhl" dcorp is overrated and that were not only a few top 6 forwards away from being cup finalists in the next few years since were crazy solid on the D and in net? Godamnit. On the positive side, Larsson has been fantastic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 I was talking with Sarge after the game and we both noted how prevalent dump ins are with the bottom 2 lines - I'm hoping that's just an early season thing, that once the players get comfortable with one another and the system that there will be more risks taken. Because as is, this team just isn't going to score any goals. Sure, Nashville didn't play a great game and the Devils played well in their own end - already seeing improvements over last year in that department. But the dump-ins and lack of defensive involvement in the offense is like last year, and we know how last year was. I'm also hoping Hynes doesn't get gunshy with pulling the goalie because of some early bad luck, because pulling the goalie earlier is a better strategy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilsfan118 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Wait a second... Are you trying to tell me that our "sure fire / so well put together / set for life / future top dcorp in the nhl" dcorp is overrated and that were not only a few top 6 forwards away from being cup finalists in the next few years since were crazy solid on the D and in net? Godamnit. [emoji38]This is all I've been clinging to.. Don't ruin it for me man. Sent from my SM-G920V using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimaira_Devil_#9 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Btw kudos to the Devils on the new programs. They are free and hand them out when you walk in. It just has the rosters and some news & notes but it's a nice addition compared to paying for the programs. Dis they have programs last season? Reason i ask is because i was looking to buy two for the games i went to but couldnt see them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimaira_Devil_#9 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 (edited) I'm also hoping Hynes doesn't get gunshy with pulling the goalie because of some early bad luck, because pulling the goalie earlier is a better strategy.They obviously have the numbers to back this up. And they have acored two so far after they have pulled the goalie early. But by at the same time foth of those goals came after they gave up a goal and i agree with others that game situation needs to be taken into account.In terms of the game in general it was a good effort without the top end tallent to turn that effort into a win. Wonder how long Shero sits on his hands before trying to bring something close to 1st line tallent in. Its going to be a really long season. Edited October 14, 2015 by Chimaira_Devil_#9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BostonNala370 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 looking forward to your uber-positive spin for another season Really Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BostonNala370 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 (edited) They obviously have the numbers to back this up. And they have acored two so far after they have pulled the goalie early. But by at the same time foth of those goals came after they gave up a goal and i agree with others that game situation needs to be taken into account. In terms of the game in general it was a good effort without the top end tallent to turn that effort into a win. Wonder how long Shero sits on his hands before trying to bring something close to 1st line tallent in. Its going to be a really long season. Are you speaking about this season? Where is Shero going to get this talent from? Edited October 14, 2015 by BostonNala370 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satans Hockey Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Dis they have programs last season? Reason i ask is because i was looking to buy two for the games i went to but couldnt see them. Yeah, they were 3 bucks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Satans Hockey Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 I was talking with Sarge after the game and we both noted how prevalent dump ins are with the bottom 2 lines - I'm hoping that's just an early season thing, that once the players get comfortable with one another and the system that there will be more risks taken. Because as is, this team just isn't going to score any goals. Sure, Nashville didn't play a great game and the Devils played well in their own end - already seeing improvements over last year in that department. But the dump-ins and lack of defensive involvement in the offense is like last year, and we know how last year was. I'm also hoping Hynes doesn't get gunshy with pulling the goalie because of some early bad luck, because pulling the goalie earlier is a better strategy. Stats wise wise what are the numbers in favor of doing when you're on the power play and the other team can just throw it down the ice at the empty net? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colorado Rockies 1976 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 (edited) Yeah, absolutely. First time I've sat in a club since it was the all-you-can-eat Fire and Ice lounges. From those lounges, I remember sushi bars, burgers, dogs, pasta, pizza, and 4 or 5 different "entree" type dishes for free -- not to mention an enormous (and I mean enormous) dessert table. The re-design was nice, and very necessary. And... That's where my good feelings end. The food was, at-best, concession stand quality. It wouldn't be far off to say it was airline quality. They had sliced London broil - the guy started cutting it in thin strips which confused me until I tried it-- it was like gnawing at beef jerky. He probably cut it into strips because a plastic knife would have made feeble surface scratches. As far as food "options", there were 3 or 4 different meals available. Everyone in my group tried something different, and all of us were very disappointed. The French fries (Nathan's) were good. French fries. The dessert "bar" was 3 different types of cakes (trust me, just.. No) and single-cup servings of vanilla/chocolate swirl Rita's custard. To top it off, the ushers were rude and the staff seemed disinterested in helping anyone out for the most part. One older woman screamed at my younger brother for standing next to the aisle as the clock winded down on the 3rd period, ignoring the fact that 15 kids snuck into the club while she had her hissy fit. Classy broad. Honestly I was hoping he'd pull the goalie. Our regular power play got one awkward shot on net earlier. We had no life and maybe 2 extra skaters for 2 minutes gave us a chance. How does the re-design look? Do both lounges look pretty much like the mock-up photoshop versions we saw a while back (the ones where not one single "fan" was wearing a Devils jersey)? I agree with MD2020 about not only letting Weber know about your experience, but making a point of telling him that the old club experience was vastly superior. I'm sure that considering this ownership really seems to want to upgrade the arena experience in every way, that this will not go over well with him at all. re: Hynes pulling KK too early...I didn't see that much of the game (was watching the Mets), but I'm not going to kill him for it...the team doesn't look to be good and sometimes you take a risk and hope it pays off. In the grand scheme, is it really going to matter? If anything, the pro-tank crowd should be thrilled at every lost point. Wait a second... Are you trying to tell me that our "sure fire / so well put together / set for life / future top dcorp in the nhl" dcorp is overrated and that were not only a few top 6 forwards away from being cup finalists in the next few years since were crazy solid on the D and in net? Godamnit. Those guys at least gave us reasons to hope that there might be the beginning of something. I don't think anyone truly thought they were 100% sure-fire can't-misses. They're a work-in-progress. Let's see where they are at the end of the season. Edited October 14, 2015 by Colorado Rockies 1976 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adavid Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 The number of winless teams in the East ( and who they are) is remarkable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimaira_Devil_#9 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Yeah, they were 3 bucks Thanks, i couldnt see them on game day. Going to have to see if i can get one for each now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimaira_Devil_#9 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Are you speaking about this season? Where is Shero going to get this talent from? Yes, and i have no idea. Personally i don't think we have the assets to get what we need and the ones we do have we cant afford to lose. However Ray loves a deal, and i cant see him standing by whilst the team crashes and burns. I get the feeling he is itching to do something with all that cap space. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SterioDesign Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Those guys at least gave us reasons to hope that there might be the beginning of something. I don't think anyone truly thought they were 100% sure-fire can't-misses. They're a work-in-progress. Let's see where they are at the end of the season. oh there's hope of course but there was for sure people already saying we were gonna have one of the best back end in the league and that our D was set and that Lou did a fantastic job revamping the D etc etc etc all im saying is that the jury is still out on those guys Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DevsMan84 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 How does the re-design look? Do both lounges look pretty much like the mock-up photoshop versions we saw a while back (the ones where not one single "fan" was wearing a Devils jersey)? I agree with MD2020 about not only letting Weber know about your experience, but making a point of telling him that the old club experience was vastly superior. I'm sure that considering this ownership really seems to want to upgrade the arena experience in every way, that this will not go over well with him at all. re: Hynes pulling KK too early...I didn't see that much of the game (was watching the Mets), but I'm not going to kill him for it...the team doesn't look to be good and sometimes you take a risk and hope it pays off. In the grand scheme, is it really going to matter? If anything, the pro-tank crowd should be thrilled at every lost point. Those guys at least gave us reasons to hope that there might be the beginning of something. I don't think anyone truly thought they were 100% sure-fire can't-misses. They're a work-in-progress. Let's see where they are at the end of the season. What's funny about Marty's post about the clubs is that it reminded me of what someone posted on FB a few days ago. This guy posted that he didn't like the clubs because they had gotten too fancy. Just funny and amazing to see two reviews that come to the same conclusion but vastly different reasons. I saw the finished products at the pre-season game against the Rangers. They could have done more work on them since then, but they mostly look like what the photoshop renderings presented, perhaps slightly blander. I actually think they are pretty good looking and look a lot more airy and feel like they have more space than before. While not great, I feel they are still vastly better than the old Fire and Ice theme which looked like it belonged more in a Disney theme park than in an arena. Plus these will probably look and hold up better in 10 years time than the old theming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck the Duck Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 (edited) What's funny about Marty's post about the clubs is that it reminded me of what someone posted on FB a few days ago. This guy posted that he didn't like the clubs because they had gotten too fancy. Just funny and amazing to see two reviews that come to the same conclusion but vastly different reasons. I saw the finished products at the pre-season game against the Rangers. They could have done more work on them since then, but they mostly look like what the photoshop renderings presented, perhaps slightly blander. I actually think they are pretty good looking and look a lot more airy and feel like they have more space than before. While not great, I feel they are still vastly better than the old Fire and Ice theme which looked like it belonged more in a Disney theme park than in an arena. Plus these will probably look and hold up better in 10 years time than the old theming. Can't speak for the food or service in the renovated clubs because I haven't sat there yet this season, but the renovation looks great. It looks like they added a significant amount of seating and opened everything up. Materials used look nice, and the TV's they have showing all different sports facing out to the concourse are a nice touch. From an aesthetic standpoint, it looks like they did a good job to me. Edited October 14, 2015 by Chuck the Duck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilsfan118 Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 (edited) Yeah I can throw in my 2c here from the home opener - from the outside looking in, the clubs look great. They look much 'classier', much more spacious.. they finally look like they warrant the huge markup. Can't speak to the food quality obviously. Edited October 14, 2015 by Devilsfan118 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jagknife Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 For those who are out of the area: Center Ice has been really screwy about not giving viewers our broadcast as an option, it says the game is blacked out and forces you to watch the opposing team's feed. I'll be calling my provider today to find out more about why this is and if it will be consistent throughout the year, because if so, it will affect if I order Center Ice or not [i don't want to be forced to listen to a good number of team's PBP guys] That being said, the Preds team called a very good game, even went as far to go against the typical grain of "the devils are a defensive/trap team" rhetoric and said while we love to dominate the middle of the ice, we're still in transition towards a more aggressive attack. Yeah I can throw in my 2c here from the home opener - from the outside looking in, the clubs look great. They look much 'classier', much more spacious.. they finally look like they warrant the huge markup. Can't speak to the food quality obviously. My issue is that the huge markup for aesthetics leaves a fvckton of empty black seats which looks god awful on TV Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Triumph Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 Stats wise wise what are the numbers in favor of doing when you're on the power play and the other team can just throw it down the ice at the empty net? I don't know the numbers on that. I imagine having one fewer player kinda mitigates that. You can take free shots at the empty net but it's less likely that you have a good shot from across the opponent's blueline, which is how most empty netters are scored. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guadana Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 twotwo was the best what i see on the ice and gelinas was the worst and i like the game. guys do much of something, defense isn`t our power side but i thing they nedd some time and Heinz too and god give us more jordins please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guadana Posted October 14, 2015 Share Posted October 14, 2015 what i didnt like - jersey guys is an economic crisis in us or tickets at inflated prices? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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