# NHL April 2019/ Playoff Thread **URL:** \ **Category:** The Game Room\ **Created:** [April 2, 2019, 3:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923 "2019-04-02T15:04:43Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 10
**Author:** ![scabpicker](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/scabpicker/32/8268_2.png) [@scabpicker](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/scabpicker)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 5:33am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/181 "2019-04-24T05:33:00Z")
> [@Locrian](#): > > This is the most entertaining game yet. Vegas is beating themselves for that penalty. I hate Fleury anyway. FLEURRRRRR-EEEEEEY! Yeah, amazing game. Hard way to lose a series and hard way to win one. Hopefully Pavelski is ok. ---
**Author:** ![borschevsky](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/97f17d/32.png) [@borschevsky](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/borschevsky)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 5:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/182 "2019-04-24T05:38:38Z")
Yep. Too bad about the penalty, but it sure was a great game to watch. ---
**Author:** ![Locrian](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/locrian/32/14146_2.png) [@Locrian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Locrian)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 5:42am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/183 "2019-04-24T05:42:34Z")
Yeah, I mean four goals on one major? In playoffs? Unheard of! One more game 7 tomorrow. I’m rooting for Canes. Wouldn’t be bad if Caps continue, but they don’t seem pumped enough. Either way, it’s home teams win 100.00 so far in their series. ---
**Author:** ![Guinastasia](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/guinastasia/32/5751_2.png) [@Guinastasia](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Guinastasia)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 6:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/184 "2019-04-24T06:50:05Z")
What the FUCK??? > [@Locrian](#): > > I hate Fleury anyway. FLEURRRRRR-EEEEEEY! Don’t EVEN. Do NOT even. ---
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 8:51am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/185 "2019-04-24T08:51:32Z")
> [@Leaffan](#): > > Thanks all. > I haven’t killed myself, yet. Condolences, **Leaffan**. ---
**Author:** ![Tapiotar](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/t/3be4f8/32.png) [@Tapiotar](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Tapiotar)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 11:37am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/186 "2019-04-24T11:37:54Z")
As I understand it, it isn’t the Leafs’ fault, but Bieber’s. Next year, Leafs need to ask for a restraining order against him. Condolences, **Leaffan**. Because it’s more fun to have a team to root for, though easier on the blood pressure not to care too much, for the next round, I’m going to cheer for the Avalanche over the Sharks, because Colorado mountains are lovely, Boston over Columbus, 'cause I’m from the east coast, Islanders over the 'Canes (I hope) or the Caps, because the Islanders fan on the board is so charming. Stars over Blue Notes, because I already promised to “go Stars!”. Hoping that tonight’s game is good! ---
**Author:** ![Ike\_Witt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/ike_witt/32/283_2.png) [@Ike\_Witt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ike_Witt)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 12:36pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/187 "2019-04-24T12:36:35Z")
Both Eakin and Pavelski were victimized by bad luck on the same play. Kids, do not attempt to bounce your head on the ice like it is some sort of basketball. ---
**Author:** ![Sparky812](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/eb9ed0/32.png) [@Sparky812](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Sparky812)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 12:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/188 "2019-04-24T12:58:05Z")
> [@Leaffan](#): > > Thanks all. > I haven’t killed myself, yet. Condolences buddy! Considering the Leafs history with the Bruins, they really made a series out of it! ---
**Author:** ![RitterSport](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/rittersport/32/6326_2.png) [@RitterSport](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/RitterSport)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 1:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/189 "2019-04-24T13:52:51Z")
> [@Tapiotar](#): > > … I’m going to cheer for the Avalanche over the Sharks, because Colorado mountains are lovely, Boston over Columbus, 'cause I’m from the east coast, Islanders over the 'Canes (I hope) or the Caps, because the Islanders fan on the board is so charming. Stars over Blue Notes, because I already promised to “go Stars!”. > … Aw, shucks… It’s tough to be the lonely voice. I’m with you on the Canes over the Caps for sure. I like Boston better than Columbus, but I have to think about the Isles next round, assuming they get past the Canes/Caps. I think Columbus would be easier to beat, but after what they did to the Bolts, I’m not sure. As far as the West goes, I don’t really know those teams, so I’ll go with your picks. ---
**Author:** ![Guest-starring\_Id](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/guest-starring_id/32/21736_2.png) [@Guest-starring\_Id](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Guest-starring_Id)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 2:37pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/190 "2019-04-24T14:37:00Z")
> [@Tapiotar](#): > > Because it’s more fun to have a team to root for, though easier on the blood pressure not to care too much, for the next round, I’m going to cheer for the Avalanche over the Sharks, because Colorado mountains are lovely, Boston over Columbus, 'cause I’m from the east coast, Islanders over the 'Canes (I hope) or the Caps, because the Islanders fan on the board is so charming. Stars over Blue Notes, because I already promised to “go Stars!”. Certainly some unique rooting going on there, and yes, probably easier on the blood pressure. Five seasons from now when the Canucks get in the play-offs again, take note of the lovely [North Shore Mountains](https://www.google.ca/search?rlz=1C1CHBD_enCA835CA835&biw=798&bih=702&tbm=isch&sa=1&ei=pXHAXOWOIZLw9AOBq6O4Cg&q=north+shore+mountains+over+vancouver&oq=north+shore+mountains+over+vancouver&gs_l=img.3...18295.20990..22145...0.0..0.62.840.15......1....1..gws-wiz-img.......0j0i30j0i5i30j0i24.TMp58RK7eb8) over Vancouver. 😉 Wow I’ve never seen 4 goals scored on a major, play-offs or no. Quite the game when neither team you’re rotting for still has you on the edge of seat and yelling. Bonkers. Thank-you, **Scabs** , for perfectly addressing **Rent** ’s 😕 response. Double overtime tonight. ---
**Author:** ![Bullitt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/bullitt/32/5725_2.png) [@Bullitt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Bullitt)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 2:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/191 "2019-04-24T14:52:50Z")
Go Sharks!!! ---
**Author:** ![tim-n-va](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/tim-n-va/32/3001_2.png) [@tim-n-va](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tim-n-va)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 4:09pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/192 "2019-04-24T16:09:42Z")
It was like the Sharks let them get a three goal lead as a prank. ---
**Author:** ![Telemark](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/telemark/32/372_2.png) [@Telemark](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Telemark)\ **Post date:** [April 24, 2019, 6:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/193 "2019-04-24T18:13:21Z")
> [@tim-n-va](#): > > It was like the Sharks let them get a three goal lead as a prank. It was to get them overconfident and ripe for a comeback. ---
**Author:** ![Ike\_Witt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/ike_witt/32/283_2.png) [@Ike\_Witt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ike_Witt)\ **Post date:** [April 25, 2019, 2:01am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/194 "2019-04-25T02:01:16Z")
Four minutes left in regulation time and the game is tied 3-3. Go ‘Canes, keep the upset train a rollin’. ---
**Author:** ![Locrian](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/locrian/32/14146_2.png) [@Locrian](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Locrian)\ **Post date:** [April 25, 2019, 2:15am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/195 "2019-04-25T02:15:32Z")
> [@Guinastasia](#): > > What the FUCK??? > > Don’t EVEN. Do NOT even. Will you relax, Penguin lover? The dude’s a Golden Knight now. :D. I figured you’d think he’s a sellout. ---
**Author:** ![Snowboarder\_Bo](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/snowboarder_bo/32/229_2.png) [@Snowboarder\_Bo](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Snowboarder_Bo)\ **Post date:** [April 25, 2019, 3:34am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/196 "2019-04-25T03:34:11Z")
well hello Carolina! ---
**Author:** ![tim-n-va](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/tim-n-va/32/3001_2.png) [@tim-n-va](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tim-n-va)\ **Post date:** [April 25, 2019, 3:38am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/197 "2019-04-25T03:38:26Z")
I hope there is room on that Blue Jackets bandwagon for me. ---
**Author:** ![Rysto](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/r/ecccb3/32.png) [@Rysto](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rysto)\ **Post date:** [April 25, 2019, 4:09am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/198 "2019-04-25T04:09:53Z")
So, not only has every division winner crashed out in the first round, but: Tampa lost in 4 games Calgary lost in 5 games Nashville lost in 6 games Washington lost in 7 games ---
**Author:** ![Ike\_Witt](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/ike_witt/32/283_2.png) [@Ike\_Witt](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Ike_Witt)\ **Post date:** [April 25, 2019, 4:11am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/199 "2019-04-25T04:11:11Z")
It should come as a surprise to no one that Justin Williams was involved in the winning goal. The guy just produces in a game 7 pressure cooker. ---
**Author:** ![dogbutler](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/dogbutler/32/428_2.png) [@dogbutler](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/dogbutler)\ **Post date:** [April 25, 2019, 5:05am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923/200 "2019-04-25T05:05:00Z")
> [@Ike\_Witt](#): > > It should come as a surprise to no one that Justin Williams was involved in the winning goal. The guy just produces in a game 7 pressure cooker. “Mr Game 7” And to quote Ric Flair, “TO BE THE MAN, YOU HAVE TO BEAT THE MAN!” [Previous page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923.md?page=9) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/nhl-april-2019-playoff-thread/831923.md?page=11)