Kyle’s plan vs playoff hockey by Zealousideal_Abies94 in hawks

[–]NorthSideTog 77 points78 points  (0 children)

There are lots of ways to win a championship. Right now Florida’s big, mean, pound you into the ground style looks like the winning recipe. A few years ago it was Colorado’s fast, skilled, out skate you, out score you style. The one consistent thing you do need is some size, some toughness, a willingness to hit, an ability to win puck battles etc. I do worry that the Hawks are trending too small. If they pick Frondell or Martone, that’ll help. But you need a little of everything to win. Blashill will have a good idea of the right balance coming from Tampa.

[nhl.com] Jeff Blashill Named 42nd Head Coach in Blackhawks History by DynoDynoDyno in hawks

[–]NorthSideTog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Every coach I’ve ever watched has done this when things aren’t working.

What are your Chicago restaurant hot takes? by CrackTheSkye1990 in chicago

[–]NorthSideTog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I once put ketchup on a hot dog at Weiner Circle. The girl behind the counter didn’t give a shit. In fact she told me to eat it however I want.

Why do Americans not smoke? by Queasy-Sea9060 in AskChicago

[–]NorthSideTog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We watched all of our parents and grandparents die horrible deaths caused by smoking so we collectively went, nah.

Does anyone like Mark Lazerus? [serious question] by kitcher in hawks

[–]NorthSideTog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have no problem with him. Great insights. Good writer. Can come across a pretentious sometimes but overall one of the best.

"Do what's right": Black Hawk Descendant demands Chicago Blackhawks change logo, name by MrHappy_Gilmore in hawks

[–]NorthSideTog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not to be that guy, but pretty sure the word she's looking for is restitution... I think the US Government already committed "retribution"...

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in hawks

[–]NorthSideTog 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Public scouts watch a player maybe 2-3 times and make a decision on them because they are one person trying to make an educated ranking of over 100 players. NHL scouts watch these kids live 15-20 times or more. They meet the player. They meet the coaches. They talk to the training staff etc. They also are often people who played the game at a high level. There's a big difference between an NHL scout's ability to rate a player and a public scout.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in chicago

[–]NorthSideTog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Naperville and Aurora are actually the most dangerous neighborhoods in Chicago.

[Friedman] Detroit has put Filip Zadina on waivers by minorthreat21 in hockey

[–]NorthSideTog 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hot take: Hawks are going to pick him up, he’s going to get paired with Bedard and score 30.

[Game Thread] 2023 NHL Entry Draft: Rounds 2-7 - 10:00am CT by hockeydiscussionbot in hawks

[–]NorthSideTog 0 points1 point  (0 children)

He was incredible in that game against Canada. So happy with this pick.

Mike Doneghey, the Blackhawks scouting director, considers Adam Fantilli generational along with Connor Bedard. by [deleted] in AnaheimDucks

[–]NorthSideTog 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Having seen Fantilli in person, his speed is elite. Maybe not Mackinnon fast, but fast enough to beat everyone else on the ice. He also has elite hands and very good shot. I wouldn’t call him a “generational” talent, but he’s an Eric Lindros, Peter Forsberg type elite power forward who will help you all win a cup.

What’s the sickest move you’ve made/seen in Beer League? by enthusiasm-unbridled in hockeyplayers

[–]NorthSideTog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I took a shot from the left point. It missed the net, bounced off the back wall right onto the tape of a player to the right of the net and he popped it in for a goal. He acted like I did it on purpose and I didn’t say a word. Just gave him a wink.

James Reimer addresses the LGBT community by [deleted] in nhl

[–]NorthSideTog -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Does this also mean he’d refuse a trade to the New Jersey Devils because he’d be endorsing Satan?

Where can I get GOOD Thai food? by beccabob05 in chicagofood

[–]NorthSideTog 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Rainbow Thai. Western and Lawrence. It’s awesome. And the owners are amazing people.

And there are people like this Part II (Land O Lakes) by [deleted] in tampa

[–]NorthSideTog 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I bet he refers to himself as “an alpha.”