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Two Same Kooks From That One Stupid Photo Shoot: Blackhawks 5 – Predators 3

By Matthew Killion 1121 0

Well that wasn’t exactly what we expected, was it? Even in our preview of the game, we imagined that the Predators would come out hard to try and fight for their playoff dreams and the Hawks would have to fight them off desperately in the first. If the Hawks survived that barrage, they would have to make sure they drew first blood and then held on tight to survive the third, where all too often they seem to take their foot off the gas.

Instead, the Predators came out weak in the first and were thoroughly outplayed by the Hawks. The Hawks outshot the Preds 17-7 in the period but of course one sloppy pass led to a turnover and a tie game after one. The second was more of the same, as the Hawks outshot the Preds and carried the play but again found themselves in an even game after 40. The third seemed to be heading down a familiar road before Saad and Toews found the net to take the win. Patrick Kane adds to his point total to ice it and the Blackhawks find themselves the first team to secure a spot in the post-season for the year. Not a bad way to end the week.

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Committed Indian Road Watch Party – Today At Sheffield’s

By Matthew Killion 1201 0

A last reminder for everyone – We’re going to be drinking and eating BBQ over at Sheffield’s today for the game. We’d love to see everyone out there. There will be beer specials on Two Brothers beers and there’s always the off chance that Fels actually follows up on his threats to smack me with a fish.. or something. This is what happens when you show Monty Python to children that aren’t quite ready for it.

Anyways – Sheffield’s is at 3258 N Sheffield Ave and it’s not too far from several CTA stops or bus lines. Get out here and drink some beers with us. We’ll be in the back room.

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Sharp and Hossa Ready? Also, Come Drink At Sheffield’s With Us

By Matthew Killion 1240 0

First off – You’ve likely already heard the news that both Jimmy Hayes and Jeremy Morin has been reassigned to Rockford this morning. This isn’t (or at least shouldn’t be) about their level of play in their time with the big club.

It’s more likely an indication that the roster is getting awfully tight. Michael Handzus is on his way to do whatever it is Michael Handzus is capable of doing. And the better implication is that Marian Hossa and Patrick Sharp are even closer to a return. Maybe tomorrow? Time will tell.

The bigger and better news though – it’s time for yet another road watch with your favorite degenerate functional alcoholics. No, not your Uncle Roger… us.

This Saturday we’re taking over the back room of Sheffield’s once again to watch the Blackhawks take on the Predators in the afternoon match up. As we did last time, we’ll be having drink specials from one of my favorite local breweries, Two Brothers. Buckets of Outlaw (check out them spiffy colors) will be $20 and all Two Brothers pints are $4. Come raise a glass or can with us.

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Nowhere To Run, Nowhere to Hide – Predators At Blackhawks: Preview/Pre-Game Thread/Calf Roping Competition

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Game Time: 7:30PM Central
TV/Radio: CSN/WGN720
Mr. Carrie Underwoods: On The Forecheck

Have you really felt like you just haven’t seen enough of the Predators this year? The Hawks have only seen the Music City Squad once so far this year – you may remember it as the game where the Blackhawks finally remembered that you’re not obligated to always let the other team get one goal in. If you just haven’t had your fix of the Preds… get ready. The Blackhawks will face off against the Preds 3 times in the next 8 days. Predators games are always a bit of a pill, so make sure your fridge is fully stocked and ready to go.

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Oh Right, That Happened: Blackhawks 2 – Ducks 4

By Matthew Killion 1137 0

As great as this season has been so far, the dirty little secret so few of us like to talk about is that there’s a team that is playing just about as well as the Blackhawks right now.  Despite an outrageous record of 24-2-3, totaling up to 51 points, the Hawks do not have as solid a grip on the Western Conference lead as you’d imagine. Somehow, the Ducks are right behind them. This was a game that had a bit of extra weight to it – two of the top teams in the league facing off in what could be an important piece to the battle over who will win the conference…. And the Hawks blew it.