TomsRiverDevil Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 We know all know about the "Hossa Sweepstakes." How does that affect the Devs chances of winning the division? Now how to take care of this problem..... We have Salvador just absolutey maul Hossa. Take him out for the season. Sure Salvador will be banned for the rest of the season, but it would completely negate anything positive from their deal. You have to figure that that Pens gave up five players (includes draft pick) for two, giving them a net of -3. We take out the best one (Hossa) with our new D-man. Remember, it is kind of like we have a +1 because Cam wasn't playing and we got one that we can use. So if Salvador cancels out Hossa, it leaves us at 0 and the Pens at -4. And since Salvador is new, we have no emotional attachment to him! Obviously I am just kidding, and really wouldn't want this to happen. But I do think that winning the division is going to be a dogfight until the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xxchaznjxx Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 i don't care about winning the division. let's just concentrate on making the playoffs. i'll worry about pitt when we have to play them. i'm more concerned about our team playing more aggressive, particualrly on offense, and not reverting to this counter attack style where the other team spends most of the period in our end that has failed us in the playoffs the last two years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomsRiverDevil Posted February 27, 2008 Author Share Posted February 27, 2008 i'm more concerned about our team playing more aggressive, particualrly on offense, and not reverting to this counter attack style where the other team spends most of the period in our end that has failed us in the playoffs the last two years. That's how I feel too, but I like the pride of winning a division and having a new banner hung. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elias2600 Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 (edited) Getting in the playoffs is always the first priority. Once we clinch a spot in the post season, only then should we start to set our sites on the division. one thing at a time. Also, I hope you are joking about taking out Hossa, as that is the most ridiculous thing I have heard, and its not the right way to go about beating pittsburgh. Edited February 27, 2008 by elias2600 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
halfsharkalligatorhalfman Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 This was my strategy for the Nets to win the NBA championship. The Spurs team was Tim Duncan, so I thought the nets only chance was to have some goon off the bench just take out Duncan and jump up and down on his knees. I was right that was their only chance, but I that really would not be very sporting of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TomsRiverDevil Posted February 27, 2008 Author Share Posted February 27, 2008 Obviously I am just kidding, and really wouldn't want this to happen. It would cheapen all of us and I would lose all respect for them. I would be embarrassed to be a fan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SC Devs Fan Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 If I were a mutual opponent I'd fear their ability to light it up and fear Marty stealing games for us. To discount either of us would be a huge mistake. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatansDevils Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 i don't care about winning the division. let's just concentrate on making the playoffs. i'll worry about pitt when we have to play them.i'm more concerned about our team playing more aggressive, particualrly on offense, and not reverting to this counter attack style where the other team spends most of the period in our end that has failed us in the playoffs the last two years. If the Devils want to go far into these playoffs they better win their division and get some home ice. Win the division first then go for the #1 seed overall if it is still within reach. I am a little worried about Pittsburgh but it will come down to the wire again like last season and see the Devils winning the division. Pittsburgh has NO defense and their goaltending is suspect. Plus Fleury is back and they have three goaltenders which one of them may have to go and they do not know which one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devils1985 Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 It would cheapen all of us and I would lose all respect for them. I would be embarrassed to be a fan. We would be....the Flyers! If the Devils want to go far into these playoffs they better win their division and get some home ice. Win the division first then go for the #1 seed overall if it is still within reach.I am a little worried about Pittsburgh but it will come down to the wire again like last season and see the Devils winning the division. Pittsburgh has NO defense and their goaltending is suspect. Plus Fleury is back and they have three goaltenders which one of them may have to go and they do not know which one. Hal Gill will help them. I'll believe in their goaltending when I see it. I wouldn't be terribly surprised to see Conklin continue to do well, but I'm not ready to annoint them either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaDevsFan Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I like it, only I wouldnt send Salvador (he could be valuable) I would send our 9th DMan out there to take care of it have him banned for the rest of the season We know all know about the "Hossa Sweepstakes." How does that affect the Devs chances of winning the division?Now how to take care of this problem..... We have Salvador just absolutey maul Hossa. Take him out for the season. Sure Salvador will be banned for the rest of the season, but it would completely negate anything positive from their deal. You have to figure that that Pens gave up five players (includes draft pick) for two, giving them a net of -3. We take out the best one (Hossa) with our new D-man. Remember, it is kind of like we have a +1 because Cam wasn't playing and we got one that we can use. So if Salvador cancels out Hossa, it leaves us at 0 and the Pens at -4. And since Salvador is new, we have no emotional attachment to him! Obviously I am just kidding, and really wouldn't want this to happen. But I do think that winning the division is going to be a dogfight until the end. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nmigliore Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 Pens were stupid.. they gave up alot of talent just for a player they will have for 3 months.. the deal will be a complete flop if they dont win the Cup now and/or if Hossa doesn't re-sign Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevestevens Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I dont fear them since they still have Marc-Andre Fluery and Ty Conlkin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Fan Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 Hossa will be invisible comes playoff time, so I don't worry about him at all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skeeter Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I'm actually more afraid of the Rangers. If we break Hossa, how long will it take before someone crashes Marty, and Marty is more important to us than Hossa is to Pittsburgh. We take him out, there's only an all-star team of young talent left. They take Marty out and we're done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dadds3424 Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 hossa+crosby+malkin<brodeur Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SatansDevils Posted February 27, 2008 Share Posted February 27, 2008 I dont fear them since they still have Marc-Andre Fluery and Ty Conlkin. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MantaRay Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 In the playoffs its all about defense and depth. While Gill was a good acquisition, Hossa is a huge step backward for the franchise. I am not worried about Pittsburgh at all, I am actually starting to worry about Carolina and Ottawa under Murray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yort44 Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 In the playoffs its all about defense and depth. While Gill was a good acquisition, Hossa is a huge step backward for the franchise. I am not worried about Pittsburgh at all, I am actually starting to worry about Carolina and Ottawa under Murray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devils Pride 26 Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 If Pitt does not win the cup this year, they are in some trouble. 2 key role players, their top prospect, and their 1st round pick. (not to mention they lost there 2nd too) Thats a ton to give up for a player they probally can't resign Hossa. (if he wants 7-8 million) Crosby already making 9, Malkin due for a hefty raise, same with Staal, seems like they put all their eggs in one basket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devilsdude530 Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 I sure fear this penguin: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=18iCxRhDVZY...feature=related Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravisZajac Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 fvck HOSSA!! FUCIK HIM MADDEN WILL RAPE HIM! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stevestevens Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 I wouldnt say rape, but he will harass Hossa until he relinquishes the puck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravisZajac Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 I wouldnt say rape, but he will harass Hossa until he relinquishes the puck! Nah Pando and Madden will rape him!!! Kidding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Devil Fan Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 NahPando and Madden will rape him!!! Kidding I prefer "pin him". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravisZajac Posted February 28, 2008 Share Posted February 28, 2008 I prefer "pin him". Ok Lets say Madden will cross-him in the face? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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