Scott Taylor's Blog, page 163

The “New” NHL Really Didn’t Work, but Fans Seem to Like This One Better.

Back in 2005, shortly after the lockout, Gary Bettman made the following promise: “When we return, you will notice the difference,” Bettman said at news conference following the end of the year-long work stoppage. “The league promises that there will … Continue reading →

Musings: Discuss Among Yourselves…

Thinking about the crazy while watching the Penguins and Flyers fight each other, the Lakers win without Kobe and Miguel Cabrera demonstrate that he’s a better fielder than a hitter… 1) The Los Angeles Lakers are 4-1 and have won … Continue reading →

We Like Some Western Upsets: Preds, Canucks, Blues and Coyotes in Opening Round

For some prognosticators, it was quite an inauspicious start to the 2012 Stanley Cup playoffs on Wednesday night. On Streetz this morning, poor Big Will couldn't get over how his beloved Pittsburgh Penguins took the third period/overtime gas pipe against … Continue reading →

Despite the Season Records, it’s Hard Not to Love the Rangers, Devils, Bruins and Penguins

As we discussed at length this morning on Streetz 104.7, Big Will, Miss Melissa and I have some sharp opinions about the upcoming Stanley Cup playoffs. For those who have been sleeping under a rock, the 2012 Stanley Cup tournament … Continue reading →

Despite the Season Records, it's Hard Not to Love the Rangers, Devils, Bruins and Penguins

As we discussed at length this morning on Streetz 104.7, Big Will, Miss Melissa and I have some sharp opinions about the upcoming Stanley Cup playoffs. For those who have been sleeping under a rock, the 2012 Stanley Cup tournament … Continue reading →

Part 2: Our 2011-12 Award Winners.

On Saturday night here in Winnipeg, Steven Stamkos got it done. At 3:29 of the third period, veteran playmaker Martin St. Louis set up Stamkos with his 60th goal of the season. In a year in which Stamkos was one … Continue reading →

Is the Jets Future Bright, Or Just Kind of Fuzzy?

No building in Dwayne Roloson's 18-year career  ever paid more attention to him as the 15,004 ticket holders at MTS Centre last night. The chants of "Ro-lee! Ro-lee! Ro-lee!" echoed through the entire city as Jets fans did everything humanly … Continue reading →

Does Anyone Believe the Jets Should Lose on Saturday?

Thursday night, the banged-up Winnipeg Jets were beaten 5-4 by the New Islanders on Long Island. With the loss, the Jets are now 37-35-9 (83 points) with one game to play. If the Jets selected in the draft today, they … Continue reading →

Our First Six NHL Award Winners

On Saturday night here in Winnipeg, we'll see if Steven Stamkos has what it takes to score 60 goals this season. Regardless, he will answer one question about the 2011-12 season even if he doesn't score a point on Saturday … Continue reading →

Things to Chew On at Recess…

OK, kids, there were 10 things on my mind this morning. None of them are terribly important. They're just things I'm thinking about. When class ends later, please discuss among yourselves… 1) My buddy Mike Davidson first brought this to … Continue reading →