Category Archives: western conference

Toews and Sharp Rip the Butterfly

by Joseph Desjardins    October 21, 2011   |   Categories: American Teams, western conference

A wise man once told me that the way to beat a butterfly goaltender is to shoot just to the left or right of his ears. Actually, there are two parts to the advice: if they stay standing, shoot low … Continue reading →

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HockeyRants 2011 NHL Round 1 Western Conference Predictions

by Joseph Desjardins    April 13, 2011   |   Categories: western conference

HockeyRants.ca contributors have made their 2011 NHL Round 1 Western Conference Predictions. Let the games begin. Vancouver vs Chicago Joseph D. Chicago is not the same as last year. Vancouver is the superior team and playing well. Canucks in 5. Berry … Continue reading →

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Dallas stumbling out of the playoff picture

by Joseph Desjardins    April 1, 2011   |   Categories: American Teams, western conference

You know it’s not going well when you see Andrew Raycroft between the pipes. Dallas pulled Kari Lehtonen early in the third after letting in the fourth Sharks goal and in came Raycroft to let in a few more. The … Continue reading →

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Big Night in the West

by Joseph Desjardins    March 24, 2011   |   Categories: Canucks, Flames, western conference

The west looks a little clearer after last night. Calgary lost to San Jose 6-3. Iglina had another goal in another stellar year in another Flames season to nowhere. Conversely, Anaheim showed they are gearing up for the post-season with … Continue reading →

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