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Props to Howie Rose; Called out the league
Topic Started: Feb 13 2011, 03:54 PM (1,111 Views)
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RichPilon#47,Feb 13 2011
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Shooter,Feb 13 2011
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stevedepot,Feb 13 2011
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lynskyn12,Feb 13 2011
05:50 PM
Howie in the 3rd wondering why Blysma got a pass for not controlling his players despite Goddard going over the boards. Then they show the interview of Snow stating he is willing to bend over and take it and say thank you to Colon and Gary. F U Snow. Crappy goalie. Crappy GM. And don't take credit for Grabner. Any one of us would have picked him up. No brainer. You can take credit for Montoya. That one is all you.


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:cheers: Snow should go back to his parties. He has no role as a GM.

Anybody heard what Mario said dear god, he said something to effect that if hockey was like all of the events that happened on Friday, he would not have been a part of it in the 1st place.

This is proof that Penguins fans are whiny bitches. Even the owner cries and whines.

Mariobitched walked away once due to it. He can walk away again. No one outside of Pitt will miss him.
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Islander4cups,Feb 13 2011
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Islander4cups,Feb 13 2011
07:35 PM
I'm just curious why Howie is such a hero all of a sudden?  If, as some claimed, he's just Wang's mouthpiece, then isn't he just saying what Wang wants him to say in this case?

I've never thought Howie was very good at hockey and I applaud his comments.  But I think those who wanted to can the guy for his comments during the ATL game need to wake up.  He's not a mouthpiece.  He's a professional broadcaster who is far better at baseball than hockey.  And he got it right in this case.

I must say you are consistent..you don't flip flop....just once I would love for you to say.."howie great job".. :D

I didn't want his head for the ATL screw up and I'm fine with what he said today. I want announcers to speak their mind and not be "blow smoke up my ass "yes" men" like they have in Buffalo and Boston and Pittsburgh. I just find it amusing that SOME of those who wanted him nailed to a cross a few months back now think he can suddenly walk on water.

I was fine with what he said in atl..actually I found it humorous..
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I applaud Howie for what he said both before the game and in the third period.

What bothers me is that this is EXACTLY what Snow should have said.

Only louder.

With some $%&@#$ thrown in for effect.

But he didn't.

That sissy.
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I applaud Howie for what he said both before the game and in the third period.

What bothers me is that this is EXACTLY what Snow should have said.

Only louder.

With some $%&@#$ thrown in for effect.

But he didn't.

That sissy.

Snow tried to subtly say the Penguins should have gotten more but instead he just made himself sound like an idiot. He should just speak bluntly. Milbury was a nightmare, but at the very, very least he'd shoot from his hip in the media.
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Yea Milbury would have defended his team. No doubt. Garth is a complete bafoon. He is a interviewing nightmare and does not stand by his team. He is not interested in protecting the NY Islanders. He must be shooting for a league job after he gets canned cause he won't get another GM job.
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He's gotta make up for that "spring training" comment. But I like that he stuck up for the team and calling the NHL out. He is 110% correct! Just sucks that the Manager of the team doesnt come out in the same way.
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I believe the columnist from the Post took a shot at Mario. Greenberg? I was skimming through the papers and he said Mario wasn't happy every Islander was given a lifetime suspension and was going to take his toys and go home.
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Guys...what was Garth supposed to do? The league already cracked down HEAVILY on LA GM Dean Lombardi for his comments earlier in the year. And keep in mind that Garth still has to have a working relationship with some of these people in the league.

I do find it funny that sooo many people are critical of Garth for not taking a swipe at Mario or the league office, but when he told the head coach of Minnesota to stfu a few seasons back Garth was wrong. Can't have it both ways people. In one instance he vocally defends his organization and he's a jerk according to some (not me). In the other, when there is little go be gained by blasting Mario and the league, he's not doing enough...despite the fact that now there are those already in the media and Isles players (Konopka) who are yapping about the comedy that is Mario's and the league's position.

Can never win I guess.
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Guys...what was Garth supposed to do? The league already cracked down HEAVILY on LA GM Dean Lombardi for his comments earlier in the year. And keep in mind that Garth still has to have a working relationship with some of these people in the league.

I do find it funny that sooo many people are critical of Garth for not taking a swipe at Mario or the league office, but when he told the head coach of Minnesota to stfu a few seasons back Garth was wrong. Can't have it both ways people. In one instance he vocally defends his organization and he's a jerk according to some (not me). In the other, when there is little go be gained by blasting Mario and the league, he's not doing enough...despite the fact that now there are those already in the media and Isles players (Konopka) who are yapping about the comedy that is Mario's and the league's position.

Can never win I guess.

I see where you going..and I think in a way..garth did come out in disagreement with the league, like snowman said, but subtle...I have to admit I was upset that garth didn't say more..but sitting back and thinking, I have to believe that he would've just been hit harder..He can't win with the league mario on the other hand, well its okay for him to say whatever..


zenon..I am so proud of him for speaking out and speaking up for not only his teammates, but the organization. This is someone you want on your team..I won't be outrageous I4cups, and say big years. I don't want to get yelled at here..but he should be signed to an extension...and correct me if I'm wrong, but don't capts do this sort of thing, speaking to the media and what not? Again, thats up to the players to decide on their next capt..but he should have some role as capt or alt capt..or am I getting ahead of myself..


I can't help it..the last few days, I have been just giddy over my team..so use to bashing the team, now I feel good what the team did the other night. and everyone is against them. It just makes me sick to my stomach. I hope the team feels some sort of same way. And uses this as extra motivation, for balance of this year, and the future..(ofcourse I will try and contain my emtions and not get too carried away, don't want the team letting me down).


and shooter..that colluminist post..too funny..please someone post a link if they can..trying to find it..can't.
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Guys...what was Garth supposed to do? The league already cracked down HEAVILY on LA GM Dean Lombardi for his comments earlier in the year. And keep in mind that Garth still has to have a working relationship with some of these people in the league.

I do find it funny that sooo many people are critical of Garth for not taking a swipe at Mario or the league office, but when he told the head coach of Minnesota to stfu a few seasons back Garth was wrong. Can't have it both ways people. In one instance he vocally defends his organization and he's a jerk according to some (not me). In the other, when there is little go be gained by blasting Mario and the league, he's not doing enough...despite the fact that now there are those already in the media and Isles players (Konopka) who are yapping about the comedy that is Mario's and the league's position.

Can never win I guess.

Glad you find it funny but Garth was wrong for what he did with Minnesota coach.
The way he handled that was a disgrace.

He is right in this case by keeping quiet because he doesn't want to piss off Wang
by earning anymore fines. He's not a jerk, he's a asshole and that's just for starters.

Lastly if anyone in this thread wants to have it both ways, feel free. Say whatever you want.


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Guys...what was Garth supposed to do?  The league already cracked down HEAVILY on LA GM Dean Lombardi for his comments earlier in the year.  And keep in mind that Garth still has to have a working relationship with some of these people in the league.

I do find it funny that sooo many people are critical of Garth for not taking a swipe at Mario or the league office, but when he told the head coach of Minnesota to stfu a few seasons back Garth was wrong.  Can't have it both ways people.  In one instance he vocally defends his organization and he's a jerk according to some (not me).  In the other, when there is little go be gained by blasting Mario and the league, he's not doing enough...despite the fact that now there are those already in the media and Isles players (Konopka) who are yapping about the comedy that is Mario's and the league's position.

Can never win I guess.

Glad you find it funny but Garth was wrong for what he did with Minnesota coach.
The way he handled that was a disgrace.

He is right in this case by keeping quiet because he doesn't want to piss off Wang
by earning anymore fines. He's not a jerk, he's a asshole and that's just for starters.

Lastly if anyone in this thread wants to have it both ways, feel free. Say whatever you want.


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Guys...what was Garth supposed to do?  The league already cracked down HEAVILY on LA GM Dean Lombardi for his comments earlier in the year.  And keep in mind that Garth still has to have a working relationship with some of these people in the league.

I do find it funny that sooo many people are critical of Garth for not taking a swipe at Mario or the league office, but when he told the head coach of Minnesota to stfu a few seasons back Garth was wrong.  Can't have it both ways people.  In one instance he vocally defends his organization and he's a jerk according to some (not me).  In the other, when there is little go be gained by blasting Mario and the league, he's not doing enough...despite the fact that now there are those already in the media and Isles players (Konopka) who are yapping about the comedy that is Mario's and the league's position.

Can never win I guess.

I see where you going..and I think in a way..garth did come out in disagreement with the league, like snowman said, but subtle...I have to admit I was upset that garth didn't say more..but sitting back and thinking, I have to believe that he would've just been hit harder..He can't win with the league mario on the other hand, well its okay for him to say whatever..


zenon..I am so proud of him for speaking out and speaking up for not only his teammates, but the organization. This is someone you want on your team..I won't be outrageous I4cups, and say big years. I don't want to get yelled at here..but he should be signed to an extension...and correct me if I'm wrong, but don't capts do this sort of thing, speaking to the media and what not? Again, thats up to the players to decide on their next capt..but he should have some role as capt or alt capt..or am I getting ahead of myself..


I can't help it..the last few days, I have been just giddy over my team..so use to bashing the team, now I feel good what the team did the other night. and everyone is against them. It just makes me sick to my stomach. I hope the team feels some sort of same way. And uses this as extra motivation, for balance of this year, and the future..(ofcourse I will try and contain my emtions and not get too carried away, don't want the team letting me down).


and shooter..that colluminist post..too funny..please someone post a link if they can..trying to find it..can't.

Agree that Konopka should be resigned. He should have gotten Jon Sims original contract from us, because he's doing what Jon Sims was signed here to do.

I can see giving him a 2 year deal at 900K-1mill per. He's a terrific faceoff guy. Has some skill at both ends, solid defensively, shows leadership and stands up for teammates and can be an effective aggitator.

I'll take that on my 4th line all day long. But not on lines 1-3 unless we have a key faceoff in our end.
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I'm messing with ya ya bastid.

:lol: :P

as I feebley attempted to do with you :thumbsup:


serious question---


Do you think a message gets sent to Ottawa, especially Alfreddson, for messing with Tavares last time we played?

Won't be surprised to see someone drop the gloves with him or the clown who threw punches at Tavares.

Also won't be surprised if someone runs that goalie.

Don't think that will be a "goal" of the game, but if the situation presents itself, I won't be surprised to see someone look to get payback in a slightly cleaner way.
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stevedepot,Feb 14 2011
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I'm messing with ya ya bastid.

:lol:  :P

as I feebley attempted to do with you :thumbsup:


serious question---


Do you think a message gets sent to Ottawa, especially Alfreddson, for messing with Tavares last time we played?

Won't be surprised to see someone drop the gloves with him or the clown who threw punches at Tavares.

Also won't be surprised if someone runs that goalie.

Don't think that will be a "goal" of the game, but if the situation presents itself, I won't be surprised to see someone look to get payback in a slightly cleaner way.

I honestly don't know.
What Jerry pointed out has me thinking. (the whole Wang anti-violence thing form Botta's blog)
You know, you cannot control players emotions during the course of the game.

That is a team that we can beat and I hope for anything less than a letdown after such a great comeback in Buffalo.

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Rose is a tool. He was a tool when he particularly didn't care and he's a tool now for thinking Friday "restored Islander pride".

That clown Carlin or someone said Friday was the greatest game or reg season game in franchise history? Please. What about Bossy's 50 in 50? Or when they beat Colorado to set the all time winning streak of 15 games or so. Beat Chico too. Or so many others.

Like you, my chest was extended Friday and I was standing in front of my TV saying how great this was. But like Botta said, it's overrated. Make the playoffs and win a round and we'll talk. Be consistent. Friday was great. Keep it in perspective.

Friday WAS nice but not the bee's knees. The only thing that will bring ultimate cheer is if they announce NYI is staying in the NY metro area not that they just beat and humiliated Pitt. Nothing else matters really.

(Yup Bylsma should've paid like NYI did.)

This fanbase is so desperate for something that Rose's words reached some. My ass. He's still the same fake enthusiasm for a paycheck loser he always was. Any Captain Obvious can preach how NYI is abused and how the better teams get preferential treatment and that Colin Campbell is a joke.

And I'm consistent and awake. Just don't like the guy.
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Rose is a tool. He was a tool when he particularly didn't care and he's a tool now for thinking Friday "restored Islander pride".

That clown Carlin or someone said Friday was the greatest game or reg season game in franchise history? Please. What about Bossy's 50 in 50? Or when they beat Colorado to set the all time winning streak of 15 games or so. Beat Chico too. Or so many others.

Like you, my chest was extended Friday and I was standing in front of my TV saying how great this was. But like Botta said, it's overrated. Make the playoffs and win a round and we'll talk. Be consistent. Friday was great. Keep it in perspective.

Friday WAS nice but not the bee's knees. The only thing that will bring ultimate cheer is if they announce NYI is staying in the NY metro area not that they just beat and humiliated Pitt. Nothing else matters really.

(Yup Bylsma should've paid like NYI did.)

This fanbase is so desperate for something that Rose's words reached some. My ass. He's still the same fake enthusiasm for a paycheck loser he always was. Any Captain Obvious can preach how NYI is abused and how the better teams get preferential treatment and that Colin Campbell is a joke.

And I'm consistent and awake. Just don't like the guy.

Tool or not, glad he at least said something that Garff wouldn't.
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Rose is a tool. He was a tool when he particularly didn't care and he's a tool now for thinking Friday "restored Islander pride".

That clown Carlin or someone said Friday was the greatest game or reg season game in franchise history? Please. What about Bossy's 50 in 50? Or when they beat Colorado to set the all time winning streak of 15 games or so. Beat Chico too. Or so many others.

Like you, my chest was extended Friday and I was standing in front of my TV saying how great this was. But like Botta said, it's overrated. Make the playoffs and win a round and we'll talk. Be consistent. Friday was great. Keep it in perspective.

Friday WAS nice but not the bee's knees. The only thing that will bring ultimate cheer is if they announce NYI is staying in the NY metro area not that they just beat and humiliated Pitt. Nothing else matters really.

(Yup Bylsma should've paid like NYI did.)


This fanbase is so desperate for something that Rose's words reached some. My ass. He's still the same fake enthusiasm for a paycheck loser he always was. Any Captain Obvious can preach how NYI is abused and how the better teams get preferential treatment and that Colin Campbell is a joke.

And I'm consistent and awake. Just don't like the guy.

Some great stuff there that's hard to argue against.

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I applaud Howie for what he said both before the game and in the third period.

What bothers me is that this is EXACTLY what Snow should have said.

Only louder.

With some $%&@#$ thrown in for effect.

But he didn't.

That sissy.

Snow tried to subtly say the Penguins should have gotten more but instead he just made himself sound like an idiot. He should just speak bluntly. Milbury was a nightmare, but at the very, very least he'd shoot from his hip in the media.

Milbury's an ass clown.....I don't respect anything hockeywise that comes out of the guy's mouth.
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I applaud Howie for what he said both before the game and in the third period.

What bothers me is that this is EXACTLY what Snow should have said.

Only louder.

With some $%&@#$ thrown in for effect.

But he didn't.

That sissy.

Snow tried to subtly say the Penguins should have gotten more but instead he just made himself sound like an idiot. He should just speak bluntly. Milbury was a nightmare, but at the very, very least he'd shoot from his hip in the media.

Milbury's an ass clown.....I don't respect anything hockeywise that comes out of the guy's mouth.

puckhead,

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