Islanders 5, Lightning 4: Park shines; no asterisk needed
by Dominik on Feb 13, 2010 5:28 PM EST
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Thanks to some other-worldly events, the Islanders grabbed their first regulation win -- 5-4 over the Lightning -- since Jan. 18, a span of 11 games. No asterisk on this baby. The most unusual events included goals from Blake Comeau, Doug Weight and two from Richard Park (combined season total for those three before today: 10 goals).
The line of the day went to Park in the on-ice post-game interview of the first star. When asked about the review of his no-doubt game winner that he beautifully tucked in the top corner from his back foot, but which was not immediately ruled a goal, Park said with a big, wide grin: "You never know in this league." Colin Campbell observers agree.
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With nine even-strength goals, this was actually a sloppy yet entertaining game. There were breakaways and coverage breakdowns from both sides, but also some individual efforts that make you smile.
A couple that didn't show up on the scoresheet:
- Kyle Okopso's shorthanded interception, where he skated all the way across the ice to retrieve the puck from the boards, then all the way back to cut in and make a nice move on Antero Niittymaki. The only thing keeping him from scoring was an equally nifty stick check from Adrej Meszaros.
- Bruno Gervais keeping Vincent Lecavalier from undressing him on a one-on-one, followed by the always diligent Frans Nielsen coming back to take the second forward and prevent a goal.
- The Islanders survived a very early 5-on-3 that could have severely started things off on a sour note.
- Nate Thompson obliging Matt Martin in a professional fight shortly after Mattias Ohlund laid a rather tame blueline hit on John Tavares. After exchanging blows, they exchanged respectful verbal pats on the back in the penalty box. Only in hockey.
But perhaps no sequence was sweeter than the game-winner.
Doug Weight, who'd earlier notched his first goal of the season, undressed Brandon Bochenski at the blueline, then fed a speeding Park -- yes, he still has those legs -- down the right wing. Park got the first shot on Niittymaki, picked up his own rebound and as he flew behind the net for the wraparound shot -- also stopped by Niittymaki -- but picked up yet another rebound to pop it in the top far corner as he glided backwards and fell to one knee.
As WebBard pointed out in the game thread, the play-by-play looked like this:
TB – 17:19, N. Thompson missed shot
NYI – 17:37, R. Park shot on goal
NYI – 17:37, R. Park shot on goal
NYI – 17:37, R. Park shot on goal
NYI – 17:38, R. Park goal (unassisted)
Game Highlights
There was more to talk about, but these matinee games cramp my Saturday style. So I have to run and will add any amazing insights that come to me over a bottle of wine later. The floor is yours.
Reminder: Tomorrow's home game against Ottawa -- the last until after the Olympic break -- begins at 5 p.m. EST.
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i'm sick of the other team's announcers
i just wanna know how the idiot play-by-play guy for tampa could actually say he didn’t see any evidence that park’s goal went over the goal line…his partner even said “well, if it hits the net, that’s behind the goal line” and he still didn’t buy it…what a douche….anyway, awesome win
by isles in arkansas on Feb 13, 2010 5:51 PM EST reply actions
Just turn down the out of town announcers and listen to the Radio feed.
"Martin is psychical" - In reference to Matt Martin being called up to the Islanders.
Radio Clinton
If you can’t get a radio feed in Freeport, how do you think a guy in Arkansas is gonna get the simulcast.
That's Mish for ya.
If you thought he sounded biased, you should listen to the Lightning radio announcers like I have to. Dave Mishkin is a particularly bad homer, he even rivals John Sterling in his difference between calls for ‘his’ team versus the opponent. Here’s a sample: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Z45n6Ttvog&feature=PlayList&p=60C2A0D5C4DEA1F8&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&index=58
I’ll always remember listening to Jiggs and Eddy call games with great fondness.
by FLIslesfan22 on Feb 13, 2010 7:55 PM EST up reply actions
The radio feed is always on the Islanders official website (and usually linked here) for free. They stream it.
"Martin is psychical" - In reference to Matt Martin being called up to the Islanders.
Despite the computer radio broadcast, you can’t listen to the game in the car in eastern Nassau. It’s incredible that the team thinks all of its fans come from Suffolk.
Or maybe the station has a short wave band. LOL
Change at Woodside for the old Shea Stadium station! Lets Go!
Given the Production quality, I’d say its a problem with the Radio Stations and not the Islanders.
Earlier in the season I was going nuts because they didn’t have an equalizer. The volume for the game play by play would be low, then high when they broke for commercials and did the Radio Tags, then insanely loud when they got to commercials.
Also the radio people tended to pop their Ps a lot (Not the TV simulcast, they have some radio guys announce random stuff before breaks)
"Martin is psychical" - In reference to Matt Martin being called up to the Islanders.
If I’m not mistaken, I think isles in arkansas was referring to having to get the highlights on the NHL’s video clip, which for some reason chose the Lightning announcers feed (and on HOWIE’S BIRTHDAY, no less!).
Arkansas, thanks for the tip on the f-bomb tirade — I’m going to have to listen for that. This “inside the game” brought to you by K-Y.
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wow, I can’t believe that was Weight’s first goal on the season. I get the feeling more and more that this year might be his last.
BTW:
Today’s game Attendance: 12337
Tuesdays game Attendance: 11487
Last Saturday Attendance: 12709
So I was wrong, the ticket pricing seems to make no diff.
"Martin is psychical" - In reference to Matt Martin being called up to the Islanders.
ticket availability
so I’m going to be in NY at the beginning of March and was considering going to the Blackhawks-Islanders game. What’s the ticket availability for Isles games like? Just wondering if I should risk waiting until I get out there to get a student ticket or pre-order a ticket online. Thanks in advance!
THE CAP IS COMING! THE CAP IS COMING! REPENT ALL YE BANDWAGONERS FOR THE CAPOCALYPSE IS NEAR!
The Hawks-Isles game is a “Value” tiered game. The last I checked, which was about a week ago, there were still tix available but they were all pretty expensive (60-70+ range per ticket).
To fight the horde, sing and cry: Valhalla I am coming!
by David Hanssen on Feb 13, 2010 7:50 PM EST up reply actions
Can’t tell you, last few times I went to an Islanders game (99/00) I would just sit by the ticket office and wait till someone came by giving away tickets.
You can always post an add or watch ads on Craigslist to see if someone is just giving away/dumping tickets for cheap.
"Martin is psychical" - In reference to Matt Martin being called up to the Islanders.
Kerry... that's a girls name, right?
It might be time for Kerry Fraser to retire. I don’t usually pay attention to these things, but I’d love to know the Isles record when Fraser is working the game. I understand that officiating across the league has become very subjective… but why does Martin get the extra 10. How many times has Sutton been asked to go this year and he’s skated away. then FotoNat shoots a puck at Rob Schremp Hockey and… well… nothing.
The You Never Know Hockey League… brought to you by Gary Bettman…
Also… you have to knwo that Gordon agrees because after taking two questionable minors Bergie didn’t miss a shift.
Fraser must have had a lot of CA in his 401k when Chuck and Sanjay rewrote the books so they could basically buy te islanders with their otherwise worthless stock options.
(Purely speculation, but there has to be some reason the guy is still working… he obviously can’t see anymore.)
gotta love open mics ice-side
anybody else catch steve downie’s f-bomb filled tirade after he got called for slashing with 1:08 left in the first? at least i’m pretty sure it was downie….but clearly heard was a “fuck you” and then a “fuck you you little bitch” then something else with a cpl more fucks thrown in for good measure…he oughta get a fine from the fcc on top of the 2 minutes!!…hell, kathy griffin got kicked off cnn for just one f-bomb!
by isles in arkansas on Feb 13, 2010 8:44 PM EST reply actions
woo hoo! A Win against the Lightning for the Isles is hard to come by!
They need to really wrap their heads around getting rid of one of their biggest demons: Beating the teams that always seem to have their number like the Lightning. Year in and year out the Lightning give them a hard time and the Isles really need to figure out why. And next stop Senator trouble land!
tavares, moulson and okposo
The 3 of them were together for a few shifts and Okposo scores a greasy one off a gifted feed from Tavares. The fact that they have not been left together despite their general success is the second most mysterious offense stifling move Gordon has conducted this season.
It is frustrating to watch, (and I’m sure even more frustrating for him), but once Tavares puts on a few pounds and gets a little stronger on his skates and on the puck, It’s hard to imagine that he won’t be the goal scoring machine he has been expected to be. He really still is just a boy among men and manages to get some very good chances on a consistent basis. I really hope that he recharges over the break and finishes out the season with a nice little run.
Good on Matt Martin responding to a not even really dirty hit on JT. If he were here earlier in the season, I am certain that he would have addressed some of the cheap shots which may, pay attention Scott, have prevented some of them from occurring. The goon role may be dying, but there will always be a need for tough and willing guys to stand up immediately for their teamates. Hopefully Jackman will be able to continue in that role when he returns and give MM a little backup. It is a vital component which has been glaringly lacking from this team in the last 2 seasons.
Happy Valentines Day.
I didn’t find the KO/JT/MM break-up too mysterious because frankly, they’d gone cold, while the rest of the team remained so. I hope they have a long-term future together, but when you’re rebuilding with kids and trying to learn about different players, and you’re a one-line team, and then that line goes cold, then there’s no time like the present to try new combinations.
I agree Tavares is on the cusp. Strength will do him good. He’s showing the raw materials right now.
And yes, a guy like Martin is going to be important. It’s funny, that hit on JT was gentle even — contrast it to how Ohlund welcomed Kessel back to the league this season — but with this team it’s just nice someone responded, in any way, even if it was a silly NHL-style asymmetric “Your D legally hit my star, now I fight your fourth liner” response.
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Kurtis Foster looked good for Tampa
I wish the Isles got him over the summer…he may be available this summer as well…he seems to be able to do everything well. This underrated d-man could be a great stop gap while all the young d prospects get ready.
K. Foster is unrestricted this summer
I just checked…Tampa signed him to a 1 year 600,000 last summer…he’s on my list of players to target this summer.
Good call
I’d have liked him last year, and wouldn’t mind a bid this summer. TB always seems to have 14 defensemen anyway.
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