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Minnesota_husker
All-American
The picture i saw made me scared for anyone who was there... mother of god that is a lot of people.
Landlord
Banned
I wasn't able to stay for long but man it was a blast. I'm trying to figure out if the mob is still unceasing because I might go back down tonight if people are still partying
This is the most hilarious reaction from a Hawks fan after they won the Stanley Cup. I couldn't embed because it's from WGN-TV, and it's only 15 seconds long, so it's definitely worth the watch.
http://wgntv.com/2015/06/16/this-mans-reaction-to-blackhawks-win-is-the-best-weve-heard/#ooid=k4ZW5vdTonn2pQOOld_zuMlG_aX9WQss
http://wgntv.com/2015/06/16/this-mans-reaction-to-blackhawks-win-is-the-best-weve-heard/#ooid=k4ZW5vdTonn2pQOOld_zuMlG_aX9WQss
Update on your stat - the Blackhawks finished the season undefeated when leading after two periods, including regular and post-season. A ridiculous stat that got more ridiculous.
I couldn't believe just how dominant the Hawks were in the final two periods last night. This whole series has been one of the best Stanley Cup Finals I've ever watched - nail-biting action, keeping everyone on the edge of their seats, no team winning any of the games by more than one goal until last night and some truly fantastic hockey from both teams.
I know a lot of people hate on the Blackhawks because of their dominance, swagger, and any other reason, but prior to 2010, this team hadn't won a Cup since 1961. They had the second longest Cup drought in NHL history.
The dynasty word has been brought up a lot in the last 24 hours and even prior to the Finals, given that they won again. I've waffled on this, but I'm curious on other people's thoughts, too. I think it should be considered a dynasty for a couple of reasons. First, the difficulty to win - since the 2004 salary cap and renegotiation, only the L.A. Kings have one more than one Stanley Cup.
Second, since 2009, they've been to the playoffs every season, they've been to the conference Finals five times and won three Stanley Cups. Six seasons - five finals - three Cups. That's going to be very rare for a lot of teams to match in the future. People pegged the Patriots as a dynasty after winning three Superbowls in the 2000's and I think the Hawks are just as deserving.
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walksalone
Heisman Trophy Winner
Have fun with it...
I wasn't able to stay for long but man it was a blast. I'm trying to figure out if the mob is still unceasing because I might go back down tonight if people are still partyingI love environments like that, that's really why I jumped on the wagon. It's just too much fun not to.
Just be glad it wasn't a Friday night or all bets woulda been off...
walksalone
Heisman Trophy Winner
Oh, they're a dynasty. They've been in the hunt almost every year for the past half dozen, winning three cups.
My man Toews getting it done and at this rate might have another one or two by the time he hangs up the skates...
My man Toews getting it done and at this rate might have another one or two by the time he hangs up the skates...
walksalone
Heisman Trophy Winner
walksalone
Heisman Trophy Winner
Matt Cooke released by the Wild...
GSG
Assistant Coach
walksalone
Heisman Trophy Winner
Yeah, he's in his mid 30's easily, so yeah, it might be coming to an end, although he could always sucker the Rangers out of a deal for a couple years...
Hawks writer for the Trib took at a look who will likely be staying/going by next season.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/hockey/blackhawks/ct-2015-16-blackhawks-roster-outlook-20150617-photogallery.html
The most notable and perhaps most significant of all may be Patrick Sharp. He's been a part of the core group since they won the 2010 cup.
Oduya and Vermette may also be likely casualties, and the team is probably looking to get rid of Bickell, the guy who played a big role in the infamous 17 seconds of the 2013 cup. Unproductive season and playoffs for Bickell.
The good news of course is the biggest pieces of the foundation aren't going anywhere: Toews, Kane and Keith. And most pieces of the core group of guys will probably keep their spots on the roster.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports/hockey/blackhawks/ct-2015-16-blackhawks-roster-outlook-20150617-photogallery.html
The most notable and perhaps most significant of all may be Patrick Sharp. He's been a part of the core group since they won the 2010 cup.
Oduya and Vermette may also be likely casualties, and the team is probably looking to get rid of Bickell, the guy who played a big role in the infamous 17 seconds of the 2013 cup. Unproductive season and playoffs for Bickell.
The good news of course is the biggest pieces of the foundation aren't going anywhere: Toews, Kane and Keith. And most pieces of the core group of guys will probably keep their spots on the roster.
walksalone
Heisman Trophy Winner
The 'Hawks better make sure that Seabrook doesn't go anywhere either...