Way to go guys!!!
Tonight was amazing!
The guys played with the grit, the heart and the passion we knew was inside them. They fought hard, they played hard and they did so with a level of class and decency that Pronger and the rest of his ilk showed that they are simply incapable of displaying.
A couple of thoughts on the Game, the Mile and what lies ahead:
- Pronger should and must be suspended. He damn near broke McAmmond’s neck tonight and proved that he has learned nothing from his one game suspension earlier in this playoff run. Shame on the officials for not giving him a penalty. Having this jerk suspended for the rest of the playoff run is the only option.
- Chris Neil: you get first star in the hearts and minds of people on the Mile tonight. That first goal you scored, we know it was for that new baby daughter of yours. Congratulations to you and Caitlin on Hailey Gene. Good job buddy!!
- Fans: You were amazing tonight on the Mile as well. The class, the celebration, the respect for others that you displayed was inspiring. Keep it up. As we always say: celebrate responsibly, party on the Sens Mile but do so while respecting the City, the police, the residents, the fans and - ultimately - the team.
- Monday’s Game: It’s a big one, no doubt about it. This series is still wide open and is ours for the taking. We know it. The guys know it. Canada knows it. We want to see the fans along the Sens Mile on Monday decked out in their best Sens attire… faces painted red, hair dyed, noise makers, jerseys, costumes, etc. Ditto that if you’re at Scotiabank Place. Listen folks: the guys need to continue to feel that pride and celebration we feel for them. It inspires them, just as much as their sportsmanship and first-class effort inspires us.
- A cautionary word: for those of you setting off fireworks post-game, please don’t. Here’s why: if the ambers from the fireworks hit someone it could be a really serious health risk. We’re all for celebration, but keep the fireworks to the professionals.
Thanks everyone — and again, Chris and Caitlin: CONGRATULATIONS!!!
Way to go guys!! The dream is alive.
Believe.
