Early Lineup Notes
DP Starts, Nillson called up from BPT to back up, and Eaton in, Mottau scratched.
Okposo sits third straight. See comments for additional updates and Capuano quotes.
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@KatieStrangESPN Katie Strang
When asked if Okposo is sitting bc team has played well or if something else, Capuano said: “little of both.” Cryptic. Sounds like a message
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Capuano did say, however, that Okposo and him had a chat this morning and he will return to the lineup shortly
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you have to wonder
if there has been an injury issue with KO that they just wanted to give a bit more time to
the team tends not to want to talk about injuries unless they have to
speaking of injuries, how bizarre that both Komi & Nabby are out for 3 weeks now – if that Bailey + Nabby for Komi rumor was true – its obviously off for now – and we are stuck with Young Josh
I dont think this is a physical issue with Kyle at all.
Seems purely mental to me.
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 3:43 PM EST up reply actions
Komi is supposed to be 8 weeks from what I saw. (Broken arm)
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Capuano said that he’s discussed a plan with Okposo and that he’s been positive about it. #isles
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Capuano added that the time has been good for Kyle and he will return soon with the “fire in his belly” that he needs. #isles
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Well, the “fire in his belly” is what all of us have been talking about.
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 11:39 AM EST up reply actions
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Optional skate for #Isles. On the ice: Nilsson, Nielsen, Eaton, Mottau, Bailey and Okposo
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Bold prediction: Tonight begins Rick DiPietro’s iron man streak.
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good to see okposo
at the optional skate intead of sulking
by ripcurl2121 on Nov 19, 2011 11:39 AM EST up reply actions 2 recs
Absolutely.
Im hoping this could be very good for Kyle.
This isnt about one game (or two or three) this is about getting him on the right track for a good season and onward.
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 11:48 AM EST up reply actions
"Bold prediction: Tonight begins Rick DiPietro’s iron man streak"
WHAT? he better be joking
by ripcurl2121 on Nov 19, 2011 11:40 AM EST up reply actions
Its a joke at Rick DiPietros expense.
You really shouldnt expect anything otherwise.
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 11:45 AM EST up reply actions
Yes, Rick's Iron Man Streak Begins - 1 Game
Screw Wyshynski. I mean, is he sure that it’s DiPietro he’s talking about? Could be Wang.
by rmblifn on Nov 19, 2011 11:48 AM EST up reply actions 1 recs
I find it crazy and typical Islander fashion
that out of a much-maligned three-goaltender situation the first several weeks of the season, that DP comes out as the healthier goaltender.
Until…….
What the fish, stick?
As a wonderful sub-plot
tonight, we send the most injured goaltender of all time into battle against the goaltender-hunting Bruins. The stage is set quite well. Now if the Islanders can win while DP kicks the crap out of Lucic, it will be a storybook ending.
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by Keith Quinn on Nov 19, 2011 11:04 AM EST up reply actions
yes this will be interesting
considering the last meeting b/t these two teams, and the Islander’s sensitivity concerning their goaltender’s health. This game will be another marker in the season as to how the Islanders respond to a physical team.
Headlines "DP no longer a pussy, KO's lucic in brawl win vs Bruins".
DP Interview “I told you guys Brent Johnson just got lucky because I didn’t know he was a lefty. If I knew Johnson was a lefty, he’d have left that fight with a black eye just like Lucic did tonight.”
“And I want to thank all the fans for supporting me. It’s been a journey, but this support means so much. Thanks everyone”.
What do you mean they won 4 cups in a row? Is that possible?
by OzzyFan on Nov 19, 2011 11:30 AM EST up reply actions 1 recs
LOL!
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 11:41 AM EST up reply actions
Curious
Still very curious about the Okposo situation. What is the issue with Okposo sitting for a third straight game? Does this hinder the Islanders offensively and defensively? Who is set to sit next – Comeau, Rolston or Bailey? I can’t wait for these guys to just wake the fuck up.
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Good point
For Okposo to be effective, he needs to be a physical presence and for the Islanders to play with the Bruins they need a physical forwards. For this couch-sitting coach, I would think that this would be the game to suit up Okposo and unleash his pent-up frustration.
Comeau too
I feel like the same sentiment can be applied to Comeau – two physical forwards who have not been using their physicality enough.
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by Fabtraption on Nov 19, 2011 11:32 AM EST up reply actions
But this season Comeau is a frickin hitting machine compared to Okposo.
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 11:40 AM EST up reply actions 1 recs
Not sure
I didn’t use HTML, so it no tags should be left open. Also, this story is only randomly showing up on the front page for me, but when it does, the entire front page is bolded.
May just be an SBN glitch.
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by Keith Quinn on Nov 19, 2011 11:06 AM EST up reply actions
I think I fixed it
It has to do with the “Chat” version of the FanShot, which is very not self-explanatory. (There’s the one section for “description” and one for “chat” within the same template.
Lighthouse Hockey: A flute with no holes is not a flute. A Dane with no holes is Frans Nielsen.
Yay we are all not being bold anymore! :)
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 12:07 PM EST up reply actions
Great success
Now if you want to be bold, you have to want it.
Lighthouse Hockey: A flute with no holes is not a flute. A Dane with no holes is Frans Nielsen.
The SBN sensors recognize the importance of these issues
consequently, they have automatically bolded everything for proper emphasis. This should be good.
by Isles2011 on Nov 19, 2011 11:19 AM EST up reply actions 3 recs
It's getting serious up in here. Everyone has their serious talk on.
What do you mean they won 4 cups in a row? Is that possible?
I feel like we are all being so declarative!
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 11:40 AM EST up reply actions
I want Okposo back
2 games is enough. Also it’s weird that I’m hoping Nilsson comes in and dominates. I love the giant swede
BREAKING NEWS
Anders Nilsson’s foot fell asleep on the ride down from Bridgeport and he is listed as day-to-day-to-day-to-day. G Denis Lemeiux has been recalled from Charlestown of the Federal League.
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by PGI on Nov 19, 2011 11:17 AM EST via mobile reply actions 4 recs
So we're down to just DP...wow
I say again WOW! It’s not that I dont think he can handle it, just that god hates us.
In Biblical times, I stoned people to death. Now they are repaying me by hurling pucks at my head. - Goaltender Giles Gratton
You really dont think he can handle it?
Montoya is just DTD- I really hope he can handle a start or two.
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 11:31 AM EST up reply actions
No, I do think he can handle it
I just dont like being in the position where he is our only option. It’s November!
In Biblical times, I stoned people to death. Now they are repaying me by hurling pucks at my head. - Goaltender Giles Gratton
If Montoya was injured, I think you would have a point.
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 11:41 AM EST up reply actions
I'm glad it's not his neck
but hammies ANTFW
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IEOC9El3q70
In Biblical times, I stoned people to death. Now they are repaying me by hurling pucks at my head. - Goaltender Giles Gratton
Me, too.
But he was a backup just last week- when he didnt ‘have’ to be. I think this seems very minor and that they are- smartly- not putting him in a position where he might get hurt coming in cold if somethings nagging him a bit. Im glad about that.
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 11:50 AM EST up reply actions
If this doesn't wake up okposo, nothing will.
3games scratched and a coach meeting.
Time for DP to show what he’s got tonight against a tough challenege! At least mottau can’t screw stuff up, so we should be a tad better on the D costing goal mistakes tonight.
What do you mean they won 4 cups in a row? Is that possible?
Okposo sits...
because they don’t want to break up Pandolfo’s scoring streak!
LighthouseHockey: We saw this coming!
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by JPinVA on Nov 19, 2011 11:43 AM EST reply actions 2 recs
You cannot stop Jay Pandolfo...
You can only hope to contain him
In Biblical times, I stoned people to death. Now they are repaying me by hurling pucks at my head. - Goaltender Giles Gratton
by backstop87 on Nov 19, 2011 11:46 AM EST up reply actions 2 recs
Trade Coming or At Least Under Heavy Discussion?
It’s not worth speculating who, but I they may be close to changes.
No trade necessary
After you move one of the goalies, bring up Ullstrom and Wishert. Put Mottau on waviers and when he goes unclaimed, send to Bridgeport)
by JoRiverside on Nov 19, 2011 12:18 PM EST up reply actions
tell that to Wisniewski :)
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 12:54 PM EST up reply actions
Alright let me rephrase that
We only make trades at the deadline or trades that involve receiving a draft pick or non NHL player. dispute that one I dare ya.
Wisniewski is not a non-NHL player.
Isles traded for him last season when they needed a dman.
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 19, 2011 3:42 PM EST up reply actions
He meant during the season
Wisniewski was acquired before training camp even started
We're all Islanders...except maybe the guys who are rumored to get traded.
by Chris McNally on Nov 19, 2011 6:32 PM EST up reply actions
Cant get much before the trade deadline than that, can you?
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by TheMetalChick on Nov 20, 2011 12:14 AM EST up reply actions
Wow, this Okposo scratch-uation is very intriguing.
Meanwhile, Nino plays in his stead like many of us wanted Kyle to – imposing his frame into the paint and into opponents’ crests.
The fact that Okposo is still scratched while Comeau continues to play despite being dumb as a bucket of paint 0G-0A-0P tells me how important Kyle’s IMPROVEMENT is to Capuano, and how seriously wrong something is/was with Kyle. You don’t scratch a potential captain 3 straight and keep inferior players in the lineup unless the shit’s hit the fan.
Good luck, Kyle. Hope you realize, with that strength and talent of yours, just how much you can really help this team. Bring back The Beast!
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by Bryan2112 on Nov 19, 2011 1:41 PM EST reply actions 3 recs
Go Rick!
Get better Al!
I want to see the four-checks-a-game thing continue, Nino!
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by North Dakota Red Eagle on Nov 19, 2011 4:22 PM EST reply actions
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