Okanuck Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 I am surprised no one has started this one yet, but what is everyone's thoughts on the hit from McGrattan to Alberts' head? I was at the game and it was horrible to see in person. As Alberts laid motionless on the ice, it was really worrisome about how Alberts was doing. I think it was Bieksa, he looked really concerned and was waving to the bench for the trainer. No one wants to see that happen to another human being. Calgary fans should be ashamed of themselves for booing. It made me sick to my stomach. Anyways, what are your thoughts? Do you think McGrattan will get a suspension? Will the NHL ignore it because its the Canucks, or will they rule justice was served given the on ice penalties assessed by the Officials? and go!... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonshinefe Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9MAwBrReB2U I could see 1-3 games. He clearly raises his arms / elbows at the end and makes the hit way more dangerous than it should have been. I think it would've been shoulder to shoulder otherwise. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NightHawkSniper Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 It's against the Canucks, probably Shanny gonna call him and laugh about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peaches Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 Should happen: 3-5 games. Will Happen: 1-2 games or a fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex the Great Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 Should be 3-5 but I'm guessing it'll be 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Bookie Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 I don't know if the suspension is looming so much as it is coming in at a bad angle with its key points up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonshinefe Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 I should also mention good on Sestito for sticking up for the Canucks. He's been doing it all year and has done a great job at it. He's not the most skilled guy but you know if someone is going to pull some cheap stuff against us, he'll be coming in to answer for us. Something we sorely lacked in years past after Rypien (RIP) left us. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Okanuck Posted December 30, 2013 Author Share Posted December 30, 2013 Thanks for posting the link. Ya it looked terrible in person. McGrattan had no regard for anything except harming Alberts. It almost looks like he also left his feet just prior to hitting him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pears Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 He should get 5 games but considering that Alberts is a Canuck what will likely happen is Shannahan will call McGrattan and invite him to lunch. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goog16 Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 If Alberts misses any games it will be 3-4 games only because Mcgratton's a plug... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MayRayDown Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 4th line plug injures a depth D. If it was a major guy 3-5 games but since it was Alberts 1-3. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Okanuck Posted December 30, 2013 Author Share Posted December 30, 2013 McGrattan is a goon in the classic sense, and that he has no human decency or respect for any other player in the league. This guy is a Nazi, and his shenanigans of goonery and sadistic hits must end. The book must be thrown at this guy or he will never learn. 10 to 15 games would be a suitable suspension for this rat. The guy is clearly an idiot. You look at the guy on tv during the games and he actually does look a little bit crazy, not all there mentally. Anyone else remember the salute to the crowd after fighting Sestito earlier in the year? They really do need to make an example out of players like this. Sadly they will not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trebreh Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 If Kassian got suspended for his reckless stick, then a goon like Mcpylon should get atleast 5 for that. Made no attempt to play the puck and had his arms high even though they're both the same height. Big props for Sestito though, he stepped up and fought with emotion and exchanged some big shots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bruce Boudreau Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 Mcgratton is the definition of a goon/enforcer/fighter/thug/tough guy. No skill and is only on the ice to fight as a heavyweight. He can't even play a regular shift at least Thornton on Boston can. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Okanuck Posted December 30, 2013 Author Share Posted December 30, 2013 If Kassian got suspended for his reckless stick, then a goon like Mcpylon should get atleast 5 for that. Made no attempt to play the puck and had his arms high even though they're both the same height. Big props for Sestito though, he stepped up and fought with emotion and exchanged some big shots. McPylon! ha ha! i love it! I need a sig picture of that! ha ha!! and yes huge props for Sestito for not wasting any time to come to the aid of his teammate. That was actually pretty heart warming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Sestito Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 You guys are saying we should ban because of the type of player he is. We laughed when Oilers fans said Kassian should be suspended even MORE than what he got because he's sort of a goon. The play all in all was just careless. He doesn't deserve more than three games, but he doesn't deserve less than a fine because it was careless. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Absent Canuck Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 I put none. My reason is that sometimes the official call on the ice is the exact punishment that fit the crime. I think the guy deserved to get kicked out but I dont think he will get any further penalties. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonshinefe Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 I'm actually curious what the (presumably?) Flames announcer was talking about. "As Alberts' hands came up away from the puck..." What? I have no idea what he's talking about after having watched the video a few times. Maybe he meant McGrattan? Edit: Okay now I see, Alberts throws his hands up 'away from the puck' after being headshotted. The announcer made it sound as if that was something before the collision and a contributer to why it happened. Not at all. He threw his hands up after being cheap shotted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Okanuck Posted December 30, 2013 Author Share Posted December 30, 2013 I'm actually curious what the (presumably?) Flames announcer was talking about. "As Alberts' hands came up away from the puck..." What? I have no idea what he's talking about after having watched the video a few times. Maybe he meant McGrattan? The flames announcers here are the worst ones in the league. I have had Centre Ice for a few years and watched probably every team and the Flames ones are just terrible. They literally have no idea what they are talking about. Its embarrassing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chauncey Posted December 30, 2013 Share Posted December 30, 2013 You guys are saying we should ban because of the type of player he is. We laughed when Oilers fans said Kassian should be suspended even MORE than what he got because he's sort of a goon. The play all in all was just careless. He doesn't deserve more than three games, but he doesn't deserve less than a fine because it was careless. Beat it. Edit: in fact, go here: www.alberta.ca Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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