NHL Playoff First Round Predictions
April 13th, 2016Hey BTSH,
Welcome to one of the best times of the year! The weather is getting warmer, a new BTSH season is underway and the NHL Playoffs kick-off today. In honor of this magnificent occasion the league brass and a couple misfits decided to huddle up to make predictions on how the first round will play out. The person with the most accurate guesses will be granted one wish from Rich. Without further ado:
The verdict: the Capitals are the only unanimous favorite to make it out the first round. While the Penguins-Rangers clash is a toss up, it appears that the other NY team, the Islanders, might have a chance against the Florida Jagrs. The wounded Lightning limp into a contest against the sad Red Wings in an series that could go the distance with the Bolts eventually prevailing.
Potential Second Round Match-ups: Capitals vs. Penguins and Lightening vs. Islanders
WESTERN CONFERENCE
The verdict: the Ducks are the Western’s unanimous pick (could this be foreshadowing of a Finals showdown? Caps vs. Ducks? Cherie vs. half of BTSH?). It seems the Stars should tame the Wild easily. The Blues will attempt to give Blackhawks fits but not enough to be a serious threat. The Sharks-Kings battle looks to be the series to tune-in to with Diane & Zach (and probably new league ref Brian C.) giving the Kings the slight edge. (Ignore Chadwick and the Caps.)
Potential Second Round Match-ups: Stars vs. Blackhawks and Ducks vs. Kings
NOTE: not sure why, but Sam thinks the first round is a best of five. He was very proud of his selections and we didn’t have the heart to explain the format to him. So if any of these match-ups have a game six or seven, just gently pet him and let him believe that it is bonus coverage.
NOTE-NOTE: Rachel G. failed to submit her predictions in on time and is now shunned for a day.
So, BTSH, what are your first round predictions? Let us know on the Facebook page!
Please submit any corrections to Derek@btsh.org.
(Just kidding. If you care about my physical well-being you will let Derek enjoy his retirement by staring out the window to complain about the squirrels conspiring against his plan for natural nut selection. If you do not, then he will hulk-out into D-Tags to wait atop the Tompkins Square Park fence to ‘Jimmy The-Super-Fly Snuka’ me from the top link. #WRESTLING.)
Everything In Its Right Place
April 12th, 2016Week 2’s Three Stars
THIRD STAR
Math’s Alternate Jersey
The Power of Christ Compels You!
SECOND STAR
Second Half Nail Biters
Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing.
FIRST STAR
Rachel G. of the Butchers
I’ll have what she’s having.
Week 2 Box Scores!
April 11th, 2016
Mega Touch 4, What The Puck 3 (OT)
Mega Touch: Alex Eben Meyer x 2 [2], Adriano Bratta [2], Joe Lops [1]
What The Puck: Noah Carter [1], Mike Dudolevitch [1], Eric Higger [1]
Goalie Win: Mike Tuckman [1]
Dark Rainbows 1, Poutine Machine 2
Dark Rainbows: Bill Ling [5]
Poutine Machine: Brian Sullivan [2], Mike Marron [1]
Butchers 8, Gut Rot 0
Butchers: Jason Rosenstock [1], David St-Jules x 2 [2], Rachel Greene [1], Peter D’Angelo x 2 [6], Drake Hicks x 2 [2]
Gut Rot:
Goalie Win: Tim Burke [2]
Cobra Kai 4, Gremlins 2
Cobra Kai: Will Green [1], Liam Martens [1], Rachel Nabatian x 2 [2]
Gremlins: Erich Graham x 2 [2]
Goalie Win: Nick Blair [1]
Denim Demons 1, Tompkins Square Riots 0
Denim Demons: Gideon Schon [1]
Tompkins Square Riots:
Goalie Win: Ari Kipnis [2]
Gouging Anklebiters 2, Instant Karma 3
Gouging Anklebiters: Ben Probert x 2 [3]
Instant Karma: Isaac Stewart [1], Pete Wilson [2], Hugh Mckee [1]
Goalie Win: Jamie Batuwantudawe (on loan from Gremlins)
Sky Fighters 2, Mathematics 3
Sky Fighters: Gregory Cohan [1], Michael Teytelbaum [2]
Mathematics: Sam Norris x 2 [2], Adam Langer [1]
Goalie Win: Kevin Au (on loan from Free Agent)
Corlears Hookers 2, Fresh Kills 10
Corlears Hookers: Scott Halpern [1], Brian Cronauer [3]
Fresh Kills: David Sokol [1], Tom Rush x 2 [2], Nick Scott x 3 [3], Sheena Wagaman x 2 [2], Sarah Hobart [1], Jeff Starr [1]
Goalie Win: Patrick Barch [1]
Rehabs 2, Fuzz 3
Rehabs: Eric Ruben [1], Bradley Starr [1]
Fuzz: Paul Licari [1], Alyssa Murrett [1], Gil Valdez [1]
Goalie Win: Aaron Pagdon [1]
LBS Inc. 3, Filthier 6
LBS Inc.: Jake Chaplin [1], Nick Rolf [2], Scott Kaston [1]
Filthier: Sunny Mehra [1], Jj Anderson [1], Denis Miciletto x 3 [3], Shafiq Perry [1]
Goalie Win: Tim Kayiatos [1]
Week 2 Previews Part 2
April 8th, 2016As the BTSH media budget quickly dwindles with only 79% to work with, this week we decided to give you your monies worth with a female perspective. Introducing the controversial Rachel Greene of the Butchers!
Me: Hey, Rachel, how ya doin’?
Rachel: Oh, hey, pretty good.
Me: How do you foresee Sunday’s remaining games turning out?
Rachel: You want my opinion? Jeez, a man has never asked me that bef…
Me: Yeah, yeah, yeah just tell me what you think.
Denim Demons at Tompkins Square Riots
Easy, Ruebens. Here’s your team’s match-up preview.
Demons by 2, Kamen’s on a roll.
Gouging Anklebiters at Instant Karma
The 3 pm game is the sweet spot for Phil’s Biters: they have enough time to recover from the night before, and it’s probably too early for them to start drinking yet, except maybe Caroline. Chadwick’s wingspan may cut off a few passes, but he can’t get one past Craiggers.
Thor’s hair is no match for Diana’s cheekbones.
Prediction: Probie’s puppies take this one by 3.
Instant Telegram for Chadwick & Ko.
These are the thoughts of a female, not Isaac STOP
She has no idea what she’s really talking about STOP
Karma visits Rachel and her Butchers next week STOP
Sky Fighters at Mathematics
The fix is in!
I’m still not over the loss of Hopper, and I can’t imagine the Sky Fighters are either. But Math still isn’t over that play-off loss from 2014, so it’s even I guess. The Norri are back in full force and Cherie brought even MORE female hockey talent (welcome Riveter, Amber Moore). That being said, Sky Fighters seem to have some fresh faces, but keeping in line with tradition, I don’t think many of them know how to smile. Alas, Mia’s charm isn’t enough to topple Sam’s headband.
Prediction: Math by 1, unless Roman’s brother learns how to smile.
Corlears Hookers at Fresh Kills
The Hookers have steadily dropped, not only in standings, but also in hate-ability. Is it because Pete brings his kids around…or just the presence of more hate-able teams like Filthier and the Fuzz? Let’s not forget, Ariel has some pretty cute kids too. I’m looking forward to the Gabe on Eitel match-up, but wait, that won’t happen…Eitel will be too busy hanging out with Barch by the Kill’s net.
Prediction: Hookers by 1, they have a reputation to uphold.
Rehabs at Fuzz
I love Sena and Ryann as much as (probably more than) the next girl, but do they allow any other women to play? Is Hector hurt again? Or is he simply reminding us what $h0wT!m!ng is? Congrats to the Fuzz, instantly the most universally disliked team in the league, before the season even started! But that was the point, right? I think Ramirez is in net for Rehabs, but I can’t keep track of his career. Good match-up, but he’s looking at a tough day with Jeff and Gil still looking for their first win.
Prediction: Fuzz by 1, but Glanzer finishes -2.
LBS, Inc. at Filthier
Timmy-baby is looking younger everyday.
Former BTSH champs face off on this epic Sunday. Are the LBS still licking their wounds from last week…last season? Rumor has it they had some serious off-season training and strategy sessions at the Lehman/LBS compound in the off-season. They even let Scott show up since he learned how to celebrate. Is Filthier still riding high and looking for back-to-back championships? Does anyone want to see that?
Prediction: Ann for the game winner, Filthier by 2.
Rose Charities US: Street Hockey Tournament 2016!
April 6th, 2016Hey BTSH,
This is a friendly reminder that the Rose Charities US: Street Hockey Tournament is right around the corner. On Saturday, April 30th, the 11th Annual charity event will be held at Tanahey Park/Moffo rink in downtown Manhattan in the Two Bridges neighborhood. All proceeds go to the Rose Charities Physical Therapy Centre in Cambodia.
For more information, and also to Register, please click here: http://rosecharities.us/events/street-hockey-tournament/
Or you can reach out to Diane Johnston of Gut Rot or Rachel Greene of Butchers.
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See you at the Tournament!
Best,
BTSH Media Team
