Unless the Kings undergo a last-minute change of heart, Andrei Loktionov will make his NHL playoff debut tonight, in place of the injured Kyle Clifford on the fourth line. In the regular season, Loktionov had three goals and four assists in 39 games before he was assigned to the American Hockey League in late February. Loktionov didn’t exactly light the AHL on fire, as he finished with five goals and 15 assists in 32 games before the Kings called him up on Tuesday to replace Brad Richardson. Loktionov is obviously a very different player than Clifford, but the Kings chose Loktionov over Kevin Westgarth to play tonight. Here’s what Darryl Sutter said about his expectations for Loktionov.
SUTTER: “He’s pretty familiar with everything that he needs to do. He has played here for us for probably about six weeks after I came on. So he’s pretty familiar with the players. He’s familiar with them and he’s familiar with the system. He gives us a little bit of versatility. If Richardson would have been here, he would have played, and Lokti got called up for Richie, so Lokti plays for Richie.’’
As for Richardson, Sutter gave a brief update today. Richardson underwent an appendectomy on Monday and, according to Sutter, Richardson could be on track to get back on the ice soon.
SUTTER: “When we left, (doctors said) he could start activity in four to five days. Activity means, depending on how he feels and where we’re at.’’
GKG!!!!
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Whodawat Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:32 pm
@FdoFmFull, I think it’s the right move. Cancuks are replaceing Bitz and Rome with Ebbett and Ballard. More speed and skill to match that rather than muscle.
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pitty Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:48 pm
@Whodawat, Lokti is not the fastest guy and does not do well in physical situations.
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Whodawat Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:20 pm
@pitty, he’s a helluva lot faster than Westgarth.. and Bitz/Rome are more physical than Ebbett/Ballard
hapakid Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 4:19 pm
@Whodawat, i agree. bonus Playoff experience for Lokti on a line that does not have much expectations but to be good defensively and create some energy. Ebbett/ballard means a puck moving, skill game style it seems. there’s a lot of talk of not getting in penalty trouble so perhaps a clean game is in order( if that’s possible for the Vancouver Cah sucks). i thought RICHIE was playing some good hockey prior to his injury, nice to have depth..here we go boys!!
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mash-ola Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:48 pm
@FdoFmFull, No offense, but to me Westgarth brings very little to the table. He’s a nice guy who works hard and has a physical presence, but he’s not a very good hockey player…
GO KINGS GO!
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FdoFmFull Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 4:40 pm
@mash-ola, Concur!
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Dumb move. Canucks tried to run over the Kings in the 1st period last game. A Westgarth-Fraser-Nolan line could help set the tone.
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OC Kings Fan Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 1:57 pm
@Nick,
I like the move. Since the nucks are at home and can make the last change, I would much rather see Loki against the Sedin line then westy.
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King$ Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:10 pm
@OC Kings Fan,
Since when does our 4th line act as a shut-down line against the opposing team’s top line? Unless there’s an icing call, the 4th would rarely get caught in that situation. But more importantly, we can’t beat the ‘Nucks by trying to match their speed and puck skill. Gotta rough ‘em up, play the corners, get those ugly goals and hope Quickie keeps doing more of the same.
Westgarth would have kept that 4th line a tough, energy line that could have done much more to quiet the crowd in Van.
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EmptyTank Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:22 pm
@King$, OC Fan isn’t saying the 4th line is a shutdown line. He/she is pointing out that Vancouver has last change and therefore would likely be trying to get the Ginger line out whenever advantageous. I agree with OC Fan that Lokti minimizes the mismatch in this event.
Kenny44 Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:25 pm
@King$, Nuks get last change, it will happen.
DotUKings Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:15 pm
@King$, Like they said, it’s about the chess match before faceoffs.
KC23 Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 1:58 pm
@Nick, Key word being “tried”. I bet Vancouver plays a lot softer tonight trying to stay out of the sin bin.
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KingsNewsDaily (formerly wavesinair) Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:20 pm
@KC23,
Exaclty. And we handled them without Clifford for a lot of the game. In other words, ‘please, please vancouver, try that again!’
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BigSeeGas Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:00 pm
@Nick, Quoting youngblood “I know you kicked his a$$ all over the ice but you’re not as fast as he is.”.
I do see your point though.
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PRMan Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:12 pm
@BigSeeGas, “Replacing letters with symbols does not turn expletives into non-expletives.”
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Pasadena Hockey Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:18 pm
@PRMan, Is anyone thinking he won’t get put on the fourth line and someone like Penner plays fourth line for more muscle?
vinny Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:34 pm
@BigSeeGas, haha nice! “he fights like an old lady”
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PB Frank Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:31 pm
@Nick, You are absolutely correct. Who is going to fight if need be. I am sure the Canucks will be very dirty tonight! That is why everyone hates them.
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Bickleton Wigglesworth III Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
@PB Frank, it’s the playoffs,there’s little chance of fighting. however if it does come to that it’s the playoffs and any King will answer the bell if he has too.
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Well there we go roster is set. Now let’s roll over these ××××××× ×××××××!
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A little Lokti speed and shiftiness might give the nucklehead defenders one more added headache….
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Hope he can do the job required tonight
Go Kings Go!
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Here’s hoping for a continuation of the Penner Revival Tour
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KingsFanin Vegas Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:05 pm
@Weasel,
“Oh man, The Colors, The Colors”, oh sorry, 60s flash back….
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Just hoping that Stoll isn’t Scott Norwood tonight – “Wide right!”
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Duncanz Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:09 pm
@DesertKing,
Have you seen the new Gallo movie, “Bugaboo 28″ …
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Dan H. Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:12 pm
@DesertKing,
Why would tonight be any different than any other night?
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LittleRhody Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:11 pm
@DesertKing, Those of us long-suffering Buffalo Bills fans resent that comment, lol
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SimiKingsFan Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:17 pm
@DesertKing, I’m more worried about Stool taking bad penalties, than his inability to hit the broad side of a barn.
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MARTY Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:30 pm
@DesertKing, loved every moment of that kick, (ny giant fan )
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Love these Rookies, they real give the Kings a lot of energy! DL should have figured it out earler then singing Hunter the slow big M!
Tonight the rookies will do the Job, Points for LOKI, VV and King will get a goal!
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JOHN SHAW Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:50 pm
@Sammuch, OHH–YAA–BEAUTIFUL–JUST DO IT…TO ALL ROOKIES…GKG…
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In Daryl we trust.
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That’s my definition of ‘Activity’ too!
Well done again, Zen Farmer..
Btw, is that 4 days or 5? BR never seems to know the answers to these questions when they’re about him …
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vinny Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:36 pm
@Duncanz, haha
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Kenny44 Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:37 pm
@Duncanz, And Richardson wasn’t really replacing Carter, he was replacing Johnson because he was here before Carter. Before we left we had Loktionov who is Russian just like Voynov, who really stepped right in for that #3. So he’s familiar with that, but as a wing just like Stoli was before from the center spot. And Stoli, that gives you that kind of Russian thing again, right? It’s simple math.
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Duncanz Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:48 pm
@Kenny44, Omg, I was reading the 1st sentence over and over and over thinking, has K44 finally flipped his wig??
Then it slowly dawned on me … Duh!
I deserved that!
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Kenny44 Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:13 pm
@Duncanz, Don’t rush to judgment on whether I’ve flipped my wig.
I’m just going to put down the schtick and back away slowly.
Now you know how it feels, eh?
stagger Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:05 pm
@Kenny44,
Wow, that was brilliant
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Rumor going around that the Canucks are going to drop Raymond down to the 2nd line and move Lapierre up to Sedin’s line.
For perspective … that is like moving Fraser onto Kopitar’s LW spot. Lapierre is a regular 4th line center.
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CL Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:07 pm
@KC23, Interesting parallel. Fraser might be the only King (or former-King) that hasn’t been on Kopi’s LW spot in the past couple years.
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My follow up question? Is he familiar?
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:19 pm
@Lake Forest, Good question! I don’t think he made that clear.
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Watch for the tsunami in the first 10 minutes. If we can get through that and then command the next 10 minutes it should frustrate the nucks. Play our game guys !!!! Kick booty JQ !!!
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Duncanz Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:54 pm
@gary,
No tsunami!
We’re gonna show the ‘em NWers our own ‘Pacific Rim’ first !!!
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I’m a little concerned about this lokti thing, westy seems like the logical choice -but, as DS says he’s filling in for Richardson and not Clifford. We shall see how it works in a few hours!
LGMFK!
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KC23 Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:22 pm
@jess, Clifford is a LW, Westy a RW. Perhaps DS just doesn’t want to put in a guy that hasn’t played in so long, PLUS on his off wing.
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jess Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:35 pm
@KC23, Valid point.
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Kenny44 Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:37 pm
@jess, So you think Westy’s ready to go? I’ll pass that along.
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jess Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:40 pm
@Kenny44, heehee
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Can stoll please play physical BUT not commit penalties
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goldielocks Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:24 pm
@2cups2la,
What are you talking about? Boarding and Charging are his specialties.
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TA Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:35 pm
@goldielocks, Yeah, you would think that a veteran like him would know not to take dumb penalites
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:44 pm
@TA, I don’t think you get it. The more of a “veteran” you are, the tougher it is to “just change” your game. Totally different things (WRT “NFL Safety Department”) are required of you, as a player–especially one of his grit–than were before the lockout, and the changes keep coming. The “new rules” for hits are really hard to get used to, just like a few years ago it was hard for some players to stop the clutching and grabbing.
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:47 pm
@TA, LOLz–I wrote “NFL”–prolly got the official name of the Shanahammer wrong too.
Duncanz Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:01 pm
@ WTF, K ?
Interruption of Frequency ..
stagger Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:12 pm
@TA,
If we were talking an occasional penalty, then yes, I could see rule changes as being an excuse. But it’s happening too consistently with Sroll, especially in the first period.
He’s had all season to learn the new rules, he should be past that.
Once or twice = ok.
Every game = dumb plays.
TA Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:21 pm
@TA, Sorry Kenneth i guess i’m the stupid one. I thought taking dumb penalites when your team is on a PP was hurting the team. killing momentuem and now playing 4 vs 4?????? That was a charging penality it always has been and always will. He also took a another bumb holding the stick penalty against SJ!!! I will be happy when he isn’t re-signed next year. Thanks for you’re BIG 5 goals
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 5:45 pm
@TA, You can use the word “stupid” if you want, but you followed suit by failing to read what I wrote. So be it.
Wow. That was fast. Darryl’s brother Brent Sutter already in as coach for Team Canada after leaving Calgary…what was it?…two days ago?
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Michael J. Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:38 pm
@KingsNewsDaily (formerly wavesinair),
World Championships??? I think they usually pick a head coach from an NHL team anyway…
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KingsNewsDaily (formerly wavesinair) Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:05 pm
@Michael J., Yep, for the Worlds. Not a huge surprise but I figured they already had a coach since they already have a team!
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Does anyone know WHY WEBER didnt get suspended for wat he did at end of game 1
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fsd1 Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:31 pm
@2cups2la, cause he’s a “superstar” and the NHL is a marketing firm.
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2cups2la Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:33 pm
@fsd1, Rediculous, he should b out min 2 games
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BigMikeonD Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:31 pm
@2cups2la, Because the commissioner needs the Predators in Nashville. No Weber = no victory against the Wings.
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Lake Forest Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:31 pm
@2cups2la, favortism? Idiots that run the NHL? Bettman is a DB?
Choose wisely.
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KC23 Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:33 pm
@Lake Forest, Favortism … Nashville? Nah … but two out of three ain’t bad.
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Lake Forest Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:36 pm
@KC23, Not Nashville as a whole, just the player
2cups2la Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:35 pm
@Lake Forest,nhl sending wrong message, i hope wings do something against him
Tonight
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Lake Forest Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:38 pm
@2cups2la, I don’t ever say this, but having bitz suspended two games was a fair punishment regarding the circumstances.
But with Weber, he maliciously tried to hurt Zetterberg. Maybe they group it together with fighting and it was the end of the game. I don’t know, even not being a Preds fan I still think there should be at least a 1 game suspension.
The players association is a joke for only allowing fines up to $2,500.
Kenny44 Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:40 pm
@2cups2la, I think it was because he was already at the boards, got hit from behind by Zetterberg who tried to hit him high, so then he turned the tables on Zetterberg. It’s not like Weber targeted Zberg and ran him into the boards when Zberg was unaware.
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2cups2la Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:43 pm
@Kenny44, He threw a punch at his head
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Kenny44 Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:58 pm
@2cups2la, Yes, which happens how many times every night in the League? That’s a penalty, for sure, but not a suspension
Jeff_R Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:02 pm
@2cups2la, The punch didn’t connect however, it was the shove afterwards that caused the fine. I don’t agree but it is what it is and I agree that the Fines should be changed in the next CBA. Had the punch connected he most likely would of been suspended.
Another difference between what Webber did and what Bitz did was one was premeditated and the other just happened. Bitz had every opportunity to do something different in that instance, but he went in and did the hit anyway, regardless of the consequences. It was premeditated in all aspects. He knew what he was going to do the minute he started skating towards Cliffy. Webber however just happened. Wasn’t like he planned it. Totally different. However he should of been suspended also.
EmptyTank Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:03 pm
@Kenny44, Glad to see someone else thinks that Zetterberg, to an extent, brought it on himself. The game was basically over and Weber intended to eat the puck in the corner. Zeke decided to check harder and higher than any gentleman should, in that situation. That’s not to say that Weber needed to slam his head into the glass though.
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JOHN SHAW Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 4:15 pm
@EmptyTank, WELL SAID–And watch what’s you guys saying…Mr. Weber may be coming to LA. after the cup final…GKG…
The reality is that the fourth line plays a big role but if the top two are doing their job we shouldn’t have to hear much about Lokti not doing his job. Something tell me that Fraser is going to run somebody tonight if he needs too.
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Yeah I really don’t understand why so much time is being spent here talking about Lokti, he might play 8 minutes tops. I’m more interested in how the top lines, Doughty and Quick react to being up 1-0. They will be the reason the Kings go up 2-0 or settle for 1-1. Focus folks, focus…..
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DesertKing Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:38 pm
@Shotongoal,
Exactly – “Stay on target”
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Michael J. Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:41 pm
@DesertKing,
Yes.
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jess Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:39 pm
@Shotongoal,
Agreed. I’m hoping that the kings finally in this critical and advantageous moment of the series / season, have adopted a nose for blood and finish. We need that consistency and focus now more than ever. A win tonight would really put the nucks on the ropes heading back to home ice.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:41 pm
@jess, There’s no better time to play their best game evar.
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jess Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:50 pm
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?, Amen
King Charles of Salt Lake Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:47 pm
@Shotongoal, Hey buddie!!! Blackhawks choked last night!!! Still think they will bounce back? Ever since Vegas I’m watching to see who’s prediction might come true. If you remember I took the Caps! Hope all is well and If the Kings make it to the next round I’ll be seeing you guys again. Think you can help me out with a playoff ticket? I’m sure they will be hard to find.
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Shotongoal Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
@King Charles of Salt Lake, Just let me know and I will see what I can do. I still think CHI beats PHX. But my focus is for sure on the Kings!!
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King Charles of Salt Lake Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:02 pm
@Shotongoal, For sure!!! I never doubt your loyalty. Dude you have how many Kings jerseys?
Shotongoal Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 4:37 pm
@Shotongoal, Embarrassed to say but about 50 Kings jerseys, including the newest one, D. King game worn from the final home game. Got picked for the jersey off their backs and ended up with #74! Over 100 hockey jerseys total.
According to the AP, “Daniel Seding” practiced today.
http://sports.yahoo.com/news/daniel-seding-back-practice-210949947–nhl.html
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Michael J. Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:41 pm
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?,
I think earlier they were saying that he skated alone before Vancouver’s practice. I am thinking he’s still several days away if he suffered a “setback” earlier this week and he hasn’t practiced with the team yet.
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What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:46 pm
@Michael J., I think they’re just trying to give the fans and the team some hope (but the other players probably have a pretty good idea whether he’s gonna play any time soon.) Doesn’t seem likely he comes back “for this series.” His dad pretty well spilled the beans as to his readiness, or lack thereof, as well.
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What does Kevin have to do to get into a hockey game? We need his toughness, somebody who can stay with the puck. I’m afraid that Lokti will get pushed around like a rag doll tonight. Westgarth brings fight to a tough match up. Guess we will see what happens. Of course I don’t think it’s a matter of winning or loseing with those two. If we are going to win it will come down to our tough guys again. Richards, Stoll, Frazier, Carter, BROWN!!!! The way I see it, Keep em on the ropes. Just remember that I’m here in Poor Ole’ Salt Lake all by my lonesome. No watch party in these neck of the woods. Of course today I had a Red Wings fan tell me He was glad we beat the Canucks. Seems like everybody hates the Canucks. I don’t hate the team as much as their fans. Some of those freals are just plain wacked out on Angel Dust!!!
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Peter Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:45 pm
@King Charles of Salt Lake, Peter here up North in Logan, Utah. Live and breathe Kings Hockey!! My 10 year old told me during game one he hates the Canucks more than the Sharks. I asked him why and his answer was….cause there Canucks Dad. Starting to get jumpy already for the game.
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King Charles of Salt Lake Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:50 pm
@Peter, Good to know @peter!!! We Kings fans in Utah are small but we carry a big stick. Can’t recall seeing you around here much, Are you new to the blog?
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Peter Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:52 pm
@King Charles of Salt Lake, Yeah I have always read Hammonds Stuff but rarely posted. I have a pair of seasons in section 333 so when I get down south my son and I can take in a game and when playoffs roll around I can go down as well too. Probably will head down for a game or two after round 1.
King Charles of Salt Lake Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
@King Charles of Salt Lake, I’m thinking the same thing. Here’s mt E-Mail oldpro323@aol.com if you evwer what to chat. Most of the time I fly Jet Blue to Long Beach and catch a game. Never been to a playoff game, but this might be the year all that changes.
What's the frequency, Kenneth? Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:53 pm
@Peter, I guess I’m pretty slow to give an honest opinion, but what I hate about both the Sharks and the Canucks is that they play chippy like they want a rough game, and then they spend the rest of the game diving. Guess that’s it with the Waterfowl too. A tough team, I can respect. A talented team, I can respect. A team that starts crap then looks for opportunities to dive–can’t stand that. This is especially true when they don’t get called for it, and they rarely EVER call diving, with which I have a big problem.
Look at Phoenix and St Louis (since Geoff Courtnall is gone.) Those are teams I can’t really hate, even though they’re tough to beat. The Avs owned the Kings this season–can’t hate them (but Peter McNabb gets on my nerves, and I can’t turn him off without turning the game off.)
The arrogance of the fans is just the icing on the cake.
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jess Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:56 pm
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?,
One thing I learned many years ago…
Don’t mess with the Insider Utah chapter, they have secret underwear
King Charles of Salt Lake Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 2:59 pm
@What’s the frequency, Kenneth?, @jess CLASSIC>>> LMAO!!!
Capt Jam Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:00 pm
@King Charles of Salt Lake,
Imagine having to deal with a few thousand VAN fans when they play in L.A. Annoying and arrogant as all…
Have to disagree with you about Westgarth. He’s neither tough nor a fighter. Which isn’t to say I don’t think Lokti has his own issues, but considering VAN is one of the most skilled teams in the league, I think the wiser option is to go with a skill player and hope he doesn’t get steamrolled or come in unprepared.
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RH needs to start a separate thread for apologies issued during the series.
After one game, it’s 1-1, Kings fans.
http://www.theprovince.com/sports/hockey/canucks-hockey/Canucks+goalie+Cory+Schneider+apologizes+offending+Oilers+fans/6455811/story.html
I suppose the Kings will have to apologize the Canucks at center ice for ending their season.
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I think the Canooks are gonna step off their physical game quite a bit. After crybaby Burrows got drilled by Richards and overskated the puck by the empty net, on top of all the other instigating they tried (and failed), I think you’ll see them slow down a bit and focus more on speed and skill… which is something they do have.
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How come I hear DL has done such a great job building the Kings, including restocking the minor league system, then when ever they need a replacement they only have one player to choose from? Shouldn’t there be multiple players of all types ready to get called up and fill holes such as this one with 13 out?
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Harrison Merkin Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:34 pm
@yetiman_oc, They’re just hanging on the vine right?
27, 26, 71, 74, 48
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yetiman_oc Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 3:47 pm
@Harrison Merkin, Out of 25 players in Manchester, the only player ready to step in right now is 48? All of the others have already played with the Kings This season. 71 and 74 replaced two mistakes that DL signed this past offseason. Now there is only an undersized center an that is going to be asked to play winger on the 4th line? How about a gritty fourth line player with some size. I know they don’t grow on the vine but that role shouldn’t be impossible to find.
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trytodethroneus Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 4:34 pm
@yetiman_oc,
So you are saying that you want to bring someone up in a playoff game who has no experience at the speed level of the NHL?
Why would they bring someone up for the role you describe, when he has Westgarth at his disposal. I guess that is why he is the head coach.
yetiman_oc Reply:
April 13th, 2012 at 6:43 pm
@trytodethroneus
Trying to say the Kings should have more options in The minors when they need to fill a hole in the team. To get to the SC you most likely will need to dipmintomthe minors to replace injured players. Next king to go down – who do they call up?
Wow! I remember having my appendix taken out in 2004 and having to stay away from sports related activities for 6 weeks! I missed a lot of pick up basketball… well, a lot being 1 week before I went against the doctor’s advice and just played. I think the point was medicine sure has advanced a lot!
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There is way to much attention paid to the possible way the canucks may be playing the Kings tonight. That’s a loser mentality.
The physicality of the Kings game is what threw Vancouver out of their game. and as long as the Kings follow their game plan, stay out of the box and take care of their chances, they will win again.
Let Vancouver worry about us, not the other way around.
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Missing you Richardson, hope you get well soon, oh and I’m gonna trade you if you don’t get a hat trick when you get back, love AEG! Kidding! (We’re gonna trade Brownie cuz he didn’t get the hat trick tonight)
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