Blackhawks are the Grinch who stole Perronmas: Beat Blues 5-2

by gallagher on Dec 3, 2011 10:19 PM CST

S-A-TUR-D-A-Y bulletpoints!

Gotta hand it to the Blackhawks - they weathered the storm of an excited building a fired up Blues team and an early goal by the man of the evening and came back to win this game. As Brad Lee noted in our paper today, these Blackhawks aint quite the 2010 Blackhawks. They have like four or five good players left. Unfortunately for the Blues, like all four or five of them figured in the scoring. Whatever - these games are competitive and fun again and this season's slate are gonna be a lot of fun.
The Blackhawks fans came out in force again, but the ones that were seated next to me were sent by an evil, vengeful hockey god because they were the opposite of everything that I like about the Second City Hockey/Committed Indian boys and their readers. Although, I did get to take satisfaction in the fact that they never quite realized when their team scored until a couple seconds later. Big fans, indeed.
Enough of Blackhawks bullshit then. Brian Elliott gave proof that he is not some cyborg sent to save our goaltending. I'm sure he would, as the broadcasters like to say, like some of those back, but it was bound to happen at some point. Better to a good team than some crappy bunch of paint eaters and really shake everyone's confidence.
The Blues, like always since The Cock took over, played well when they possessed the puck. About halfway through the game they seemed to start doubting themselves and stopped making all of the quick, short passes they have been using to great success and fell back into the chip and chase mode, which the Hawks appreciated greatly. No idea why they changed up the game like that, but it's the Cock's job to get that righted again during the game when it happens.
Speaking of the Cock, I know he fixed the power play in one practice, but he might want to go ahead and spend one more on it. Penalty kill, too. Seriously, though, special teams are a the Blues' biggest problem right now.
Chris Stewart, nice goddamn shot. Now, what about that missed open net? By the way, thanks again to Vladimir Sobotka, who once again teamed up with a slumping teammate and got him on the board. That little gremlin is worth more than whatever he's being paid.
And finally, David Perron. How many times did he do something incredible with those quick, quick hands of his? The goal was a great way to come back to the league and a sign that the Blues might get a spark from his return, but his stickhandling was something I'd forgotten. It remains to be seen just what kind of long term boost he gives the team, but I'd say I'm feeling pretty positive about it. Loved the white skates, too. Somewhere, Andy Murray is shaking his head in anger and his fist at the TV.

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Perrons hands are hard to describe they are so good

Ive seen better total players with the Blues, Pronger, Turgeon, Demitra, Shanahan, Gretzky during his cup of copy, MacInnis and THAT SLAPSHOT of his, and Hull who could score upside down with a broken stick, but Perron is pretty darn good and I’m not sure I’ve ever seen better hands

"IF CARDS CAN SIGN SUPPAN THEY CAN GIVE ME A HOME"

by Buddhasillegitimatechild38 on Dec 3, 2011 10:26 PM CST via mobile reply actions

we need to fix the special teams before we go anywhere

by mulax6 on Dec 3, 2011 10:35 PM CST reply actions 1 recs

yep

http://www.stlouisgametime.com/

by cold on Dec 4, 2011 7:51 AM CST up reply actions

Seriously, though, special teams are a the Blues’ biggest problem right now.

Davis Payne tweets his agreement from the unemployment office. “Right now” is clearly some sort of marketing code phrase for “the 2011-12 season thus far”.

by BleedBlue42 on Dec 3, 2011 10:50 PM CST reply actions

hawks fan here, just wanted to drop by and say how great it was to see Perron

back and healthy (and even scoring against us). he had a really good game tonight. anyway, game was as intense as expected – looking forward to playing you again in Feb!

"Well now you're just talking like Foghorn Leghorn!"

by justforkicks on Dec 3, 2011 11:28 PM CST reply actions

is feb our next game?

thats much too far away.

stop by anytime. friendly opposing fans are always welcome, unlike the trolls displayed below.

by bleedblue942 on Dec 4, 2011 4:05 AM CST up reply actions 2 recs

yeah I was surprised by how far away it was, I expected one sooner

and thanks!

"Well now you're just talking like Foghorn Leghorn!"

by justforkicks on Dec 4, 2011 12:26 PM CST up reply actions

agreed

Intense game, too bad it was on the second leg of a doubleheader for both of us.. could’ve been even more up-tempo in the 3rd period.

http://www.stlouisgametime.com/

by cold on Dec 4, 2011 7:51 AM CST up reply actions

yeah

it was for us as well, with our last game being a tougher then necessary one against the islanders. hopefully next time both our teams can have some rest first so the game can be even crazier.

"Well now you're just talking like Foghorn Leghorn!"

by justforkicks on Dec 4, 2011 12:28 PM CST up reply actions

i’m just happy david perron is back. We will see more action from him soon. The biggest problem with the blues right now are the PP unit. Berglund and Stewart need to show up more often than not, i thought this year was the coming out party for them. Not so much….Freaking Boyes Streaky players :(

by theredmonster on Dec 4, 2011 12:46 AM CST reply actions

Welcome Back DP57

It was great to see DP57 back in action. A victory tonight would have been awsome but there is a fine line between sucess and failure. The next game on the dockett at Scottrade on Tuesday is Vs. The Detroit Red Wings.

Fuck the Blackhawks AND Fuck the Red Wings

" Ignorence is Bliss "

by Steve A Reno 1965 on Dec 4, 2011 1:23 AM CST reply actions

NO NO NO NO NO NO

Up yours Gallagher! UP YOURS. AND UP YOURS AGAIN!

And screw you too Brad Lee.

And I’d say Screw you too Chris Gift, but who are kidding? We all know he’s passed out in a gutter and doesn’t read this website anyway.

So in his absence, Screw you Gallagher one more time.

You do this every time. You play up the whole HAWKS SUCK! HAWKS SUCK! going into the game. And then when the Hawks are fortunate to win the game you hide behind the “Aw shucks, I’m just glad the rivalry is back!”.

Now you listen to me. If you’re gonna talk the talk, then you gotta acknowledge the kill and commend the crew on the opposing submarine. You need to let some of us Hawks fans have a hearty laugh at your expense. Do you need an obnoxious comment to inspire you? I have one….

HEY BLUES FANS, I HOPE YOU REMEMBER DAVID PERRON’S GOAL. BECAUSE HE DOESN’T!!!!!!!!!

Huh? You pissed off? You steaming something fierce? I hope so. Now write me a bullet point that makes me chuckle. Here, I’ll give you a sample:

*- The Blues gave up a goal to Niklas Hjalmersson. NIKLAS HJALMERSSON!!?!!?! The last time Hjalmersson scored a goal, the Foo Fighters were actually good for Christ’s sake. He’s the main reason there’s been so much blood in Hawks’ fans urine these past weeks. And our forwards turn him into Doug Wilson. ARRRGGHHHH! I’m going to go pee on my neighbor’s dog!!!!!

Something like that. We deserve it. Most of us Hawks fans say our taunts with a smile and a clink of the glass with a fellow Blues fan. And someone who’s not lying in a gutter next to Chris Gift recognizes those that are just having a good time. And since the Rivalry IS back and since this is more than likely a bump on what is obviously a enjoyable Blues season, you should fucking suck it up and at least feign some anger. The Hawks have been a deep shade of suck the past few games. A game like this was awesome to see. We want to celebrate. So yo DJ, Pump this party. Play some Soul Coughing so we can call you Mr. Bitterness…..

DANCE MONKEY DANCE!!!!!!!!

"I can't be held responsible for what I personally tell my goons to do...."- C. Montgomery Burns

by yahoodi on Dec 4, 2011 1:36 AM CST reply actions 6 recs

Newsflash

Our team has sucked the sweat off a donkey’s penis most of the last six years. Since Hitchcock came here, they’ve been nearly lights out. It’s been awesome, including a 3-0 shutout of the Hawks the first night. We’ve been enjoying the ride. A shootout loss and this shitburger from the Hawks isn’t going to dampen that mood.

Sorry. Maybe next time.

Did I mention Taves is a pussy who has to resort to cheap shots and then lets his teammates stand up for him? Oh yeah, that too. Nice captain you’ve got there. I think he and Mr. Backes will have a dance next game. If Taves doesn’t hide behind Carcillo and Bolland again, that is.

Yeah, yeah. Name on the Cup. Conn Smythe. I get it. Still looked like a big gash tonight.

www.stlouisgametime.com

by Brad Lee on Dec 4, 2011 2:38 AM CST up reply actions 1 recs

Hahaha

Thanks man. Our captain has only won the Stanley Cup (youngest captain to win the Cup btw), Juniors Gold, Olympic Gold, Conn Smythe, MVP of the olympics. I get it. You hate the Hawks. But to rip on a great talent is just stupid. I hate Crosby with a passion, but I’ll admit that he’s a mother fucking talented hockey player and I would absolutely love to have him on my team. Sorry you guys took Erik Johnson with your first round pick. At the end of the day, Toews is better than anyone you have on your team.

by Ban on Dec 4, 2011 2:49 AM CST up reply actions 1 recs

Noone sane would argue that Toews isn’t a very talented hockey player. But objectively he (and Kane) are about as likeable as Crybaby Crosby. I’ve always been surprised that he was given the captaincy.

http://www.stlouisgametime.com/

by cold on Dec 4, 2011 7:49 AM CST up reply actions

I'm curious

Why are you surprised Toews was given the captaincy?

by aeroplane on Dec 4, 2011 10:09 AM CST up reply actions

So then the captaincy shouldn't go to the best all around player and natural team leader?

Interesting theory

Am I paranoid? I don't know. I went to a therapist once, but I left before he gave me the diagnosis, cause he had it out for me.

by Detroit Must Die on Dec 4, 2011 1:18 PM CST up reply actions

not to mention...

he has more points (20) in his last 12 games than the top Blues scorer has had all season. Is there one reason why he shouldn’t be the captain?

by aeroplane on Dec 4, 2011 3:14 PM CST up reply actions

A capt who pizzes his pants

and cowers behind others?

Yeah, sounds like a leader I’d follow.

Just a chew toy for the hockey gods

by spectr17 on Dec 4, 2011 3:28 PM CST up reply actions

Don't know what hockey you have been watching outside your bubble that is St. Louis

See if you can guess what I am now.

by IndianHeadCrest on Dec 4, 2011 3:56 PM CST up reply actions

ah

I see what’s going on here now…It really has nothing to do with hockey talent, or players who are clutch and can virtually carry their teams on their backs…

thanks for enlightening me.

by aeroplane on Dec 4, 2011 4:26 PM CST up reply actions

Carry their teams on their backs

You’re talking about Greg Jennings, right?

No beer and no TV make Homer...something something.

by Poor College Student on Dec 4, 2011 6:28 PM CST via mobile up reply actions

Someone get spec a crying towel

He must have eaten tag soup for dinner

there's a bluebird in my heart that
wants to get out
but I'm too tough for him
-Charles Bukowski

by ghost in the machine on Dec 4, 2011 6:17 PM CST up reply actions

I think captaincy

is (or at least should be) more about leadership qualities and locker room presence than point-scoring ability.
Would you want a guy like Ilya Kovalchuk to be the captain of your team just because he scores over a ppg?

This is probably different for Blackhawks fans, but when I look at Toews and think about his general demeanor and behavior, I’m just surprised he is a “big C” captain at this point. I don’t deny he is a talented player.

It seems these days that the captains C goes to the #1 scorer on the team, but that doesn’t always make sense to me..

http://www.stlouisgametime.com/

by cold on Dec 4, 2011 7:05 PM CST up reply actions

I'm assuming you don't watch a whole lot of the Hawks

I don’t say that to be a dick, but you seem to be missing some facts. Nearly everyone who’s played on that team over the past 3 years, old and young, has praised Toews leadership and maturity.

Him and Backes don’t play anything close to the same style of hockey, nor do they seem to lead in similar ways. Both seem to be working though.

Chicagoan in the Lou.

by Mike Martin on Dec 4, 2011 7:36 PM CST up reply actions

okay

but are you implying that Kovulchuk and Toews are similar players? Toews is much more similar to a healthy Parise than he is a Kovie. In fact, there are only a handful of players in the NHL who are as complete a player as Toews is…

by aeroplane on Dec 4, 2011 8:59 PM CST up reply actions

Does the rampant hatred of Jonathan Toews have something to do with the fact that you guys selected Erik Johnson 1st overall?

If you believe that the mark of a great captain is getting involved (or defending himself whatever) in all the post-whistle bullshit then OK, whatever, I guess that’s one way to skin a cat.

Personally I’ll take a captain who leads the team in the components of a game that actually win hockey games. that was a nice season that Backes had last year (31G, 31A) +32, can he build on it? Personally I’ll take the guy whose been + player ever since he arrived in this league, as well as a 68-70 point player. Only Blues fans would consider a guy who never takes a shift off, kills penalties, plays a 200 ft game, and adds to the offense weak.

Am I paranoid? I don't know. I went to a therapist once, but I left before he gave me the diagnosis, cause he had it out for me.

by Detroit Must Die on Dec 4, 2011 1:17 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs

TL/DR

SWYD

by gallagher on Dec 4, 2011 9:20 AM CST up reply actions

Nevermind this douchetard

He’s what happens when mothers snort crank while preggers.

Chicagoan in the Lou.

by Mike Martin on Dec 4, 2011 2:50 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs

See what I mean?

Brad lee gets it. There’s some anger. I got a nice little buzz off that…..See Gallagher? It’s possible. And if a hapless turd like Brad lee can do it, imagine what someone who can actually string a couple different notes together can do. I kid brad. I kid because I care. Now please, go fish Gift out of the Storm drain before the cops get him.

As for the whole Backes vs. Toews thing, I’m really at a loss for words. after all, IT WAS PRETTY HARD TO FIND BACKES OUT THERE TONIGHT. HEY O!!!!! At least you’ve gone to the Backes vs. Toews comparison. It’s a nice switch from the Toews vs. T.j. Oshie thing which Gallagher was on. And……hehe….let me tell ya, what a amusing time that was….. I mean……I’m having a hard time typig just thiking about it…..T.J. Oshie Vs. Toews……Kills me every time. Unless I missed the first paragraph where Gallagher strictly meant Toews vs Oshie in a game of beer pong. Oh, Priceless shit that……

No, you should be happy about your Blues. 3 very good 2nd and 3rd lines there. One of those players is going to make a great Hawk come February.

I think, just a guess, that people are going to start shooting high glove on Mr. Elliott and that his numbers will start to sink to more Elliott-like numbers. But I’m seeing the Blues the way I like to see them… In my rear view mirror.

Thanks Brad, I knew that if I needed some Blues fan angst, I just had to say one word. Well, two words that sound like one word. That name’s made up right?

"I can't be held responsible for what I personally tell my goons to do...."- C. Montgomery Burns

by yahoodi on Dec 4, 2011 3:00 AM CST reply actions 3 recs

lol

I only give you a 2 out of 10, troll. Try harder next time, rant is too unfocused.

http://www.stlouisgametime.com/

by cold on Dec 4, 2011 7:46 AM CST up reply actions

Backes was too busy running around all night to actually have an impact on the game....

And I like David Backes, but please keep running around looking for anything to hit.

Toews: 2011 Selke winner.

by SLAZZ on Dec 4, 2011 8:55 AM CST up reply actions

gotta love hawks fans. class acts.

and you wonder how they get their reputation?

first line of gallaghers summary.. “Gotta hand it to the Blackhawks – they weathered the storm of an excited building a fired up Blues team and an early goal by the man of the evening and came back to win this game.”

guess next time we should kneel before their excellence, write a summary only praising the hawks, and then drive up to chicago to suck their dicks.

careful troll yahoodi. never know when the blues will beat the hawks and second city’s summary isn’t bowing to the blues.

anyways, sorry to harsh your mellow. please continue hiding behind a screen name in your mothers basement, as all good trolls do.

by bleedblue942 on Dec 4, 2011 4:03 AM CST reply actions

naaah

never happen

never know when the blues will beat the hawks and second city’s summary isn’t bowing to the blues.

the bowing, that is…

enough of the niceties: time for the eye-gouging..
and yes, I probably *should* be asleep right now!

by mightymike D on Dec 4, 2011 11:43 AM CST up reply actions 2 recs

says "isn't" not "is" bud.

by bleedblue942 on Dec 5, 2011 12:11 AM CST up reply actions

Enough of Blackhawks bullshit then. Brian Elliott gave proof that he is not some cyborg sent to save our goaltending. I’m sure he would, as the broadcasters like to say, like some of those back, but it was bound to happen at some point.

What?

You did watch the game, correct? Three out of the four goals were filthy snipes from one of, if not the most dangerous special teams unit in the league. The Hjalmarsson shot was clearly redirected. I’m just curious how you’re able to parrot ~~Laurel and Hardy~~ Panger and Kelly when that’s their standard retort when the Blues give up 3 or more goals. Pretty tough to stop that which you do not see, and by my estimation, the only goal Elliot saw all not was Frolik’s hail mary from the end of the bench.

Give credit where its due here; the guy was phenomenal! The blues haven’t been able to get pucks deep going on three games in a row, and they are making a weird habit out of losing battles trying to outlet the puck at their blueline. That kind of shit gets exploited by the best teams, and the hawks, while being big shitheads are certainly one of the leagues best teams.

Elliot shall receive no blame, and you my good sir, shall incur the subtle wrath of my apathy towards what usually turns out to be very successful/accurate post game bullet points. And believe me, its difficult for an enthusiast of language arts to have apathy towards things in bulleted format, because its pretty fucking neat.

That said, good work overall and uhhhhhh, fucking hawks……

Fuckin’ Hawks…..

by Blues88 on Dec 4, 2011 8:13 AM CST reply actions

My seats

are not close to the ice. I thought the PP goal was one he’d want to try again.

SWYD

by gallagher on Dec 4, 2011 9:19 AM CST up reply actions

One last comment before i go to work

I think Berglund actually likes playing hockey again

by muffin stuffin on Dec 4, 2011 11:00 AM CST reply actions

So how many Blues fans troll when we win?

I mean what is the point of all this. I guess shitcagoins can’t win with class.

by mulax6 on Dec 4, 2011 1:40 PM CST reply actions

Now you know why we enjoyed punching Chicago fans teeth in

at the old barn and in the bars after a game. They just don’t know when to STFU. What stunned me was them chanting on our house and NO ONE took care of business. As TB said, that is unacceptable. When’s the next time them azzclowns are in town?

Just a chew toy for the hockey gods

by spectr17 on Dec 4, 2011 2:20 PM CST reply actions 2 recs

Am I too young to do it? I get the impluse everytime i hear those dumb fuckers.

Straight from the crazy unfiltered mind of a seventeen year-old Blues fan.
Goalie for life.
Reppin Southern Illinois.

by BulldogOshie on Dec 4, 2011 2:27 PM CST up reply actions

no st louisan is too young to beat the shit out of a shitcagoin

by mulax6 on Dec 4, 2011 4:38 PM CST up reply actions

Spectr, you're always good for a laugh

I lol’d.

Chicagoan in the Lou.

by Mike Martin on Dec 4, 2011 2:49 PM CST up reply actions

Funny thing Spec

That’s usually what happened to the 7 Blues fans that hobo’d up to the old Chicago Stadium back in the day. I guess the new venues frown on staining their carpets.

there's a bluebird in my heart that
wants to get out
but I'm too tough for him
-Charles Bukowski

by ghost in the machine on Dec 4, 2011 6:22 PM CST up reply actions

I recall STL junior B and amateur teams kicking the shit out of the Chicago teams

That was fun to watch also. I just regret not playing on any of those teams back then.

I think that’s where all the angst comes from all the puzzies in Chicago.

Just a chew toy for the hockey gods

by spectr17 on Dec 4, 2011 11:51 PM CST up reply actions

All this bangwagon trash

Pisses me off. I’m fucking 17 and im more of a loyal fan than these dumb bastards. I remember the depressing time of the lockout (didn’t really know why there was no hockey but i was mad there wasn’t any). My favorite player when i was little was Tony Twist. I went to my first Blues game before i was one. I know Scottrade better than my own house. I remeber when we fired Q. And this fuckhawks trash didn’t know about the NHL til 2009. I’ll respect their loyal fans that have followed them forever. But I will not put up with this bandwagon shit much longer. Im goin to the Fuck Wings game next week and none of them better piss me off or i’ll start kicking ass. I’m tired of all the bullshit.

Straight from the crazy unfiltered mind of a seventeen year-old Blues fan.
Goalie for life.
Reppin Southern Illinois.

by BulldogOshie on Dec 4, 2011 2:36 PM CST reply actions

Have fun catching an assault charge

and potentially fucking up your future over professional hockey!

Chicagoan in the Lou.

by Mike Martin on Dec 4, 2011 2:51 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs

You're awfully mature for only 17

See if you can guess what I am now.

by IndianHeadCrest on Dec 4, 2011 4:04 PM CST up reply actions

you're awfully tough typing behind a computer

by mulax6 on Dec 4, 2011 4:39 PM CST up reply actions

It's pretty difficult to type behind a computer

I choose type in front of mine. Where the keyboard is.

See if you can guess what I am now.

by IndianHeadCrest on Dec 4, 2011 4:46 PM CST up reply actions

if i could draw a diagram i would, but this should work

[wires, empty space, speakers, etc.] = in front of computer
[computer]
[keyboard] = behind computer
[You] = behind computer and keyboard

If you were in line at a store or a fast food restaurant, you be behind the computer and keyboard, not in front of it. Now you can shut the fuck up, buh bye.

by mulax6 on Dec 4, 2011 5:09 PM CST up reply actions

Momma always said

you can’t fix stupid

See if you can guess what I am now.

by IndianHeadCrest on Dec 4, 2011 5:14 PM CST up reply actions

guess she was talkin bout you

by mulax6 on Dec 4, 2011 5:23 PM CST up reply actions

BURN!!!

this is genius! how do you come up with this shit?

We like our people!

by cliffkoroll on Dec 4, 2011 9:24 PM CST up reply actions

you know it just comes to me

i mean i clearly proved his point wrong and he couldn’t comeback with anything better

i used logic, he continues to troll and make himself look stupid

by mulax6 on Dec 4, 2011 9:42 PM CST up reply actions

Dude, if you don't know the difference between the front and back of a computer...

guess who’s stupid

See if you can guess what I am now.

by IndianHeadCrest on Dec 5, 2011 5:44 PM CST up reply actions

That was just some anger being released

Straight from the crazy unfiltered mind of a seventeen year-old Blues fan.
Goalie for life.
Reppin Southern Illinois.

by BulldogOshie on Dec 4, 2011 6:57 PM CST via mobile up reply actions

It’s good to vent sometimes.

http://www.stlouisgametime.com/

by cold on Dec 4, 2011 7:08 PM CST up reply actions

it felt good

Straight from the crazy unfiltered mind of a seventeen year-old Blues fan.
Goalie for life.
Reppin Southern Illinois.

by BulldogOshie on Dec 4, 2011 7:31 PM CST up reply actions

especially when it is directed at hawk fans

by mulax6 on Dec 4, 2011 7:48 PM CST up reply actions

That was just some anger being released

Straight from the crazy unfiltered mind of a seventeen year-old Blues fan.
Goalie for life.
Reppin Southern Illinois.

by BulldogOshie on Dec 4, 2011 7:27 PM CST via mobile up reply actions

It's the price a team pays for success

If the Blues ever won anything then you would all be overcome with bandwagoneers in their Chinese knockoff David Backes sweaters. You can’t refute that fact, because you know it to be true.

Personally I don’t give a shit whether someone became a fan of the Hawks in 2009 or 1959, as long as they go through the chops of what it takes to be a real fan. If the cup run brought more people to the game then more power to all of us, there wouldn’t be an NHL every team had the finances of the St. Louis Blues.

I really have to look at the whole, “oh I’m so hardcore cause my team always sucks the big one,” mentality as quite silly.

Sillier still is the idea that “our team/fanbase is so genuine because there are no bandwagoneers.” No. You have no bandwagon fans because you’ve never won anything.

Am I paranoid? I don't know. I went to a therapist once, but I left before he gave me the diagnosis, cause he had it out for me.

by Detroit Must Die on Dec 4, 2011 8:46 PM CST up reply actions