Barracuda @ Reign PDSF Game 4 160429

Down 2-1, it’s win or go home for the Barracuda tonight.

Guessing Chartier and Labanc may get in the lineup.

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Chartier, Labanc and Brodinski were in the line up tonight.  But the Barracuda came up short, losing the game 4-1 and the series 3-1.  All season Dell has been very good; the significant issue was lack of offense.

Barracuda @ Reign PDSF Game 3 160428

And off the guys head to Ontario, where they haven’t won all season, with the series tied 1-1.

But that doesn’t mean there is no hope for the Barracuda.

Playoff results are not indicative based on the regular season results.   It’s an issue of which players are on the roster “today”, how teams are playing through their injuries, and how “hot” players/goalies can get.  With a bit of influence/encouragement from the fans.

Except that Michael hasn’t played for the Barracuda this post season yet.

Reign’s Sutter missed another day of practice. Reign Coach updates on injuries.

Gackle feature on Goldobin.

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Sharks prospect Chartier is heading to Ontario for the AHL playoffs after being ousted from WHL playoffs.  (Guessing it’s doubtful for tonight, but he may arrive in time for puck drop.)  Labanc signed to AHL ATO and heading to Barracuda.

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Barracuda outshot 43-17, outscored 3-1.  Dell pulled after giving up 3rd goal on 39 saves.  Goldobin scored the lone goal for San Jose.

Hopefully both Chartier and Labanc can be in the lineup tomorrow.

Barracuda vs Reign PDSF Game 2 160423

The Barracuda lost game 1, 2-1.

24 hours later, the rematch. In a best of five round, this game is very important.  This is the last Barracuda home game of the series; the remaining three games will be in Ontario.

Boudreau has been signed to an AHL ATO, but did not play.  (Sims was released from PTO after end of regular season).

Reign expect Gavel back in the lineup for game 2.

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Barracuda open the scoring, get a two goal lead, then give up a goal, score another, and hang on after a late goal against to win 3-2, tying the series.

Lerg, Carpenter and Goldobin had the goals for the Barracuda.  Boudreau and McNally made their pro playoff debuts.

Next up: Game 3.  In Ontario, where the Barracuda have not won all (regular) season.  The Barracuda have a watch party planned for Thursday 4/28.

Barracuda vs Reign PDSF Game 1 160422

Barracuda host the Reign for the first game in the best of five, first round series.  The Cuda host game 2 on Saturday; play then shifts to Ontario for the last three games in the series (including games 4 and 5, if needed).

Barracuda’s record against the Reign was 3-6-3-0 this season.

This series is in the shadow of their NHL parents’ playoff series.

Here’s hoping the Cuda are stingy, unwelcoming hosts and get the win!

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Dell played well, but the Cuda lose game 1, 1-2.

Sharks @ Kings PDSF Game 5 160422

Sharks leading the series 3-1.  Kings, with pride, will be doing all they can to force a game 6 on Sunday.

This is the Sharks’ NINETEENTH straight playoff game against the Kings.  And the Sharks would really like to get another opponent for #20.

Sharks need to show their killer instinct, ala real life sharks, and get this series over.  Let’s prove that a good road record is all it can be.

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Sharks vs Kings PDSF Game 4 160420 postgame

Sharks got their power play going — and it was the only way they scored.  But they got three on the scoreboard.

And they kept the Kings to only two goals.

No goals scored in the first period

The Tank was rocking.  Think the fans helped energize the team after a couple of icings (when there was no time out — used on coach’s challenge for goalie interference on King’s first goal).

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Sharks vs Kings PDSF Game 4 160420

The past is the past. Put it behind you and concentrate on the game at hand.

The Kings have been able to shut down the depth scoring of the Sharks.  (Only the top line and top PP units have scored for the Sharks; and the top D pairing.)

Time for some more bruises tonight.

(Start time for Friday’s game 5 has been set for 7:30)

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Sharks vs Kings PDSF Game 3 160418

Sharks score first? Check.  Sharks limit the offense of the Kings – kinda.

Intensity ratchets up as the Kings score (on PP) to tie it up in the first, and it’s a defensive battle until (the first) OT.  Kings score 3:47 in.

Sharks seemed to be griping their sticks tight the whole night.  Lots of flubbed passes (not tape to tape), some miscues, etc.

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Sharks @ Kings PDSF Game 2 – 160416 (postgame)

Kings were unable to solve former backup Jones for more than 74 minutes (game 1 into 2), and it took the fifth power play of game 2.

But prior to that, the Sharks had already scored twice.

With a final flurry that the Sharks weathered with Quick pulled, and the Sharks take the 2-0 series lead.

Kings do not seem to be able to match the Sharks speed; the Sharks are taking the hits (and drawing penalties for the illegal actions) the Kings are dishing and bending not breaking.

Sharks radio analyst Hedican commented that Quick’s rebounds were going to dangerous areas, helping the Sharks take advantage.

Gaborik returned to the lineup, but was not a major factor.  Only Lecavalier scored past Jones.

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Sharks @ Kings PDSF Game 2 – 160416 (pregame)

Sharks lead the series 1-0. Special teams were key in game 1.  And they were resilient when they fell behind the Kings, even giving up a short handed goal.

Kings may have lost Martinez to injury after game one.  They have recalled D Kevin Gravel after Martinez missed second half of game.  Regardless of Gravel’s participation, Doughty is prepared to play more minutes, if that is needed in Martinez’s absence. The Kings are concerned with the Sharks faceoff wins, especially in the offensive zone.

Update: Sharks – no lineup changes planned.  Kings – Martinez out, McBain in (NHL playoff debut); Gaborik cleared to play, game time decision

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