The blatant dirty hit that went uncalled and not a team mate to stand up you mean. Yep seen about 4 tonight. And our net minder ran. Make no mistake we got bashed all around our barn tonight and as a fan its very unentertaining to see litrally no reaction. Highlight of the year used to be these boxing day matches. I went away happy to scrape a win, annoyed at that lack of devilness (is that a word? Not sure but it'll do) and livid at the ref who was diabolical. Bownsy saved our arses tonight imo.
I really miss the days where players wouldn't come into our barn and own us, but tonight Pacquette ran the show. He has already taken out Faryna once this year and he alsmost got Hotham tonight.
What did we do? Absolutely nothing.
I think I'm in the minority and miss the old school retirbution, so ill say no more after this post, but I have to be honest, I can't remember the last time I looked forward to a game. Why? We are so soft, not like the Devils i loved.
When people who have never been ask about a game? I used to say how passionate it was with edge of your seat intensity. Now I'm nervous of inviting newbies unfortunately. Matsos hockey was winning hockey, but Sheffield lost fans.
I'm not suggesting it's like that but I have to admit I've been bored more than entertained this year and that's sad to admit.