2007 Super Series

[KJE]

Is anyone stoked about this series at all? Although Canada - Russia will be great and the anniversary of the Summit Series and all, but I'd have loved it if it was Canada - US. Still, though, this will be much better than the Canada/Russia challenge that gets put on every year. Russia actually has a chance of winning.

On a side note, it will be great to see Peter Loubardias and Pierre McGuire together. People rant on Pierre all the time, but both of these guys are passionate about the game and juniors in general (not that Gord Miller isn't), so it will be sweet to hear them together.

First game is in about seven hours on TSN.

August 27 - 9:00 a.m. EST - Canada @ Russia (TSN / RDS)

August 29 - 9:00 a.m. EST - Canada @ Russia (RSN / RDS)

August 31 - 8:00 a.m. EST - Canada @ Russia (RSN / RDS)

September 1 - 6:00 a.m. EST - Canada @ Russia (TSN / RDS)

September 4 - 8:00 p.m. EST - Russia @ Canada (TSN / RDS)

September 5 - 8:00 p.m. EST - Russia @ Canada (TSN / RDS)

September 7 - 10:00 p.m. EST - Russia @ Canada (RSN / RDS)

September 9 - 8:00 p.m. EST - Russia @ Canada (RSN / RDS)

[Guest Mr. Potato Head]

The media hype machine hasn't worked on this one. I'm not the least bit interested.

[Toe]

Canada won the first game, and showed that despite taking a gazillion penalties, they are the better team.

I'm not all that hyped for this, as there really isn't anything riding on the games.

[Gabriel]

I thoroughly enjoyed the game, and will be waking up at god awful hours to watch all eight games.

The Russians have brought up a far better all around team than in previous years, but in doing so, have seemingly forgotten the game that made them a Hockey Superpower to begin with. If they can get their shit together, this is going to be a hell of a series to watch.

There may not be much riding on this series, but it will help will the Trade Agreement, and it's a great way to get a look at a lot of young Canadian players who may play this year in the NHL, and if not this year, within the next two to three.

Also, a good look at Russian stars who will be in the NHL within the next five years.

Cherapanov and Varlamov, especially, I've enjoyed watching. The former having amazing defensive capabilities for a Russian forward, and the latter being a tremendous goalie who may well be the man in Washington when Kolzig steps down.

[KJE]

Russia dominated (in the shot department, anyways - the game seemed closer than what the shots indicated) game one, but Canada murdered them in game two. Canada still has a 2-0 lead. Enjoyable games, and there seems to be some emotion behind it now. But like Gabe, I'll still be waking up at the hours to watch the series. 4 AM for me on Saturday.

[Guest Grapehead]

Just watched the 8-1 beating Canada dished out, which was exciting. This series, to me, is really more about me getting a better look at the offensive abilities of some of these kids. I haven't had much interest in the "stakes" of the series, as we all know Canada dominates the junior ranks. Gagner is tearing shit up, he's playing amazing hockey at every position of the ice. Meanwhile Bernier is looking solid, very calm and athletic goalie, and he will be impressive in a few years in the LA jersey. Turris is also one of my main interests in this series, as it's my first chance to see him play, and he's definitely looked great, not sure if his stats are as impressive as his actual abilities and potential, but I've seen a lot of great plays.

[Toe]

It makes me wish the Leafs had kept a draft pick to get one of these guys.

[The Sultan of Swank]

Yeah you got a drunk and a goalie instead.

[Plubby]

*hi five*

[Ananas]

Just enough to finish in front of the Habs again this year.

[The Sultan of Swank]

I don't really mind. I mean, yeah it sucked, but as petty as it is, oh, and I'll admit it's petty, when you take a closer look at our records, you were a sub 500 team. 40-42. Just because TEH RAYZOR blew enough leads for you to get the bitch point for losing doesn't make you a good team.

And before you jump on me, no, I'm not calling Montreal a contender team, I'm calling it a team that at least finished 500 or better (42-40).

[Ananas]

In the battle between the Leafs and the Habs, there are no winners. Only two disappointed fan bases taking whatever they can get.

[The Sultan of Swank]

*Hugs, Cries, Acknowledges, Prepares to do battle*