Ranger, I agree with your comments. During this year's "handshakes" I could see much more respect between players from both sides. Chara and Roberts was the perfect example. Ottawa has matured into what the Leafs were 2 and 3 years ago, WITH the addition of speed. Neil hasn't quite matured into understanding his full role yet. It was evident throughout the series, but it will come with time...Ranger68 said:I gained a lot of respect for Chara. He showed up.
Watching those two warriors after the game is what hockey is all about.
From the "Kicking the losing team while they're down" dept....Ranger68 said:
No class.
John Ferguson never shook hands. He was a real hard-ass.Ranger68 said:. In the "old days", even if guys received penalties and had been sent off, they'd come back to shake hands at the close of a series.