Part II

Again, after all the bullshit they're letting go (by the Stars mostly, of course) that's what they call? Not surprising, just annoying. I suspect someone is going to get seriously hurt calling the game like that.

The only thing that keeps the TSN guys (not all of them, but many) only nearly as annoying as the NBC/Versus/Disney guys is that they at least know what the fuck they're talking about, most of the time. Why can't I just watch my fucking channel for the last game of the season? I fucking pay for it (outside of the NHL package)! I'm tired, and the last thing I want to listen to is how much they want suck on Turco's sweaty balls. No disrespect to Turco (I fucking hate him, but respect his ability), but that shit gets old after awhile. "He's pitching an "S" word, I won't even say it" and I thought my remaining superstitions were stupid, at least I'm just being loyal to my team, who the fuck is he being loyal to?

Honestly (2nd Intermission), I don't know how we're going to win this game. The Sharks are in their fucking heads. You can't play hockey in your head. That's how you get hurt. Is this my last period of NHL hockey? Eulccch, I don't even want to think about it, or I'll end up hitting the hard stuff before the game is even over.

Fuck, I cannot take another OT loss. I'm shocked I still have a voice, though it's waning. I love Ryan Clowe. I started a fictional story with a central character that became based on him when he first started to get in the lineup regularly, before he got all that press last year. He has a really interesting personal story, and he's one of the most determined guys who has a lot of skill, but also happens to be one of the best fighters in the league. Once he kicked all of that ass (literally and figuratively) the character had to become a someone other than I guy fighting to stay in the league. Maybe I'll post it if I finish it, but I feel a little weird about it since he's married (I think), and in the story he, ummm, clearly isn't. Maybe if I ever get around to editing it and changing it enough he's unrecognizable as the inspiration, although it's pretty fucking long.

Anyhooo, I was going to say something nice about Morrow, even though I hate the motherfucker, now after seeing Milan on the ice, I just want to see his face bloodied.

Did I say too much?

End of First OT- Evgeni is a fucking god. A sweet, odd hockey god married to a good KY girl ( her name is Tabitha, of course). It'll be a shame if one gets past him after this performance. FUCK, this is nerve-wracking!

Fourth Intermission.
I've broken out the Bacardi, my nerves are shot to shit. I hope it's understood how fucking awful it's going to be if we lose this game. I don't know if I'll cry like I usually do, given that I have no expectations, but I am so wound up I don't know how the fuck I'm going to get any sleep tonight, win or lose.

I have to mention, true to Christian's (Ehrhoff, our other faithful drafted German) typical nature, he took a little while to get going, but he's been pretty fucking awesome and reliable the past few games. It's so frustrating, you can see how evenly matched these two teams are in the OT's. When they're both being more careful to not take penalties, thus not getting away with anything, having no choice but to rely on their skill. When the refs and "breaks" aren't controlling the game. This is no shock to any Pacific Division fan, it's been this way between these two teams for years. As I said earlier today, momentum and confidence are a hell of a force together.

Funny thing about awarding a powerplay to a team that is having trouble scoring on the 5 on 4in OT, the other team will likely now get one, too. Fuck.

WOW, wow, wow did you hear the TSN guys? What was that, a 15 second review? Now is it clear who is supposed to win the series?

I still can't believe the silence after the no goal from the TSN guys, gee who do they work for? Another funny thing about penalties called in OT, now the offending team can do whatever they want and won't be called, while the "fortunate" team has to be VERY careful. Nothing like a disallowed sure goal to get in your head a little, too.

Fifth Intermission
This game is going to give me a heart attack. Seriously, a loss in OT is going to fucking kill me, especially after the goal. I have to say these games are so awesome, though, because even though Dallas is overall an obstruction team, you can see the Divisional respect. There aren't a lot of late hits, cheap shots, or diving. Lot's of gamesmanship by these two excellent coaches, but no cheap stuff, for the most part. I don't give a shit what anyone says about the sham Disney Ducks, these two teams are still the ones to beat in the Pacific, and besides a few seasons Anaheim took advantage of, it's been that way for almost 10 years. It's like the NY rivalries, I HATE the Islanders and Devils, but find my self rooting for them, while saying things such as "you can do better than that, stupid" or "c'mon you pussy", if they're playing teams I hate (such as the Pens). It is interesting the disdain and respect you can feel for a team, all at the same time.

Do you know that the 4th OT just started and it's 2:15 AM? This game started at 9:00 ET.

Told Ya.

I hate hockey.

Hockey Eulogy tomorrow. I'm goin' to get drunk tonight. I'll try to keep the drunk posts to a minimum. You guys who have read this bullshit, laughing or not, thanks for sticking with me. You guys are awesome. You've helped to make this cutoff of my major addiction much easier to deal with, as I don't have any other outlet to bitch. Thanks for your time, mofo's.

Now, I'm ready to relay the last Man-U game! :)

I love my guys, they deserved better. Fuck the NHL.

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