![]() Though not a true Bazinga, it was mentioned once in Season 9. Jim Parsons has been quoted as crediting former The Big Bang Theory writer Stephen Engel as the one who came up with the word Bazinga for Sheldon's catchphrase. Now we're even.") and S03E14 " The Einstein Approximation" (Leonard unsuccessfully tries to pull Sheldon out of a ball pit, Sheldon keeps bobbing his head up to taunt Leonard with "Bazinga!" before hiding back down in the ball pit). Notable episodes with Bazinga! include S05E07 " The Good Guy Fluctuation" ( Leonard, who had just broken up with Priya via laptop camera/microphone, then gets frightened by Sheldon rising from his hiding spot under the cushions "Bazinga, punk. (Seasons 6 and 7 are devoid of it.) By this time Sheldon has developed a mediocre sense of humor and instead uses a peculiar form of laughter instead – both literally and sarcastically. The word "Bazinga" was first used in the season 2 season finale, " The Monopolar Expedition" and last in Season 12 episode 4, " The Tam Turbulence". In later seasons, it becomes something of a catchphrase. If the Stars can control the pace of the game and not fall into the temptation of playing pond hockey against a speed team, Dallas should be able to grind out a series win.Sheldon mimics Bernadette and Penny's conversation by asking Howard about his shoes.īazinga (spelled " Buzzinga" in the subtitles of DVD releases) is a word used by Sheldon Cooper to signal that what he said immediately before this utterance was to be taken as a joke. What worked against the Wild may not be the best option against the Kraken. Dallas enters series two facing an opponent that plays a system significantly different than their first series. Grubauer was a gamechanger against the Avalanche and has a history of upping his game in the playoffs.Ĭlogging the middle. He seems locked in and ready to take anything that gets thrown his way. Jake Oettinger improved as the Wild series moved on. If Seattle can't break their cycle/speed game, the series could end quickly. The biggest difference between the two teams (outside of net) is the Stars top line. Grubauer plays great against the Colorado Avalanche - the question is whether he can carry that over to an additional playoff series. That creates a large hole in the lineup, but Seattle has operated under a "next man up" philosophy all year, and Kartye (the best rookie scorer in the AHL this year) stepped up and contributed immediately.Īdam Larsson keys a solid defense, and he will be key in trying to keep the Stars top line in check. They are missing their top scorer from the regular season, Jared McCann. Jaden Schwartz (17) - Alexander Wennberg (21) - Morgan Geekie (67)Įeli Tolvanen (20 - Yanni Gourde (37) - Oliver Bjorkstrand (22)īrandon Tanev (13) - Ryan Donato (9) - Daniel Sprong (91) Tye Kartye (52) - Matthew Beniers (10) - Jordan Eberle (7) ![]() Basically, the Stars game one lineup against the Kraken looks a whole lot like the lineup for game one against Minnesota. With Pavelski out, Joel Kiviranta is likely candidate to draw in. He may slot in lower in the lineup, allowing for him to ease back into game action. Luke Glendening (11) - Radek Faksa (12) - Ty Dellandrea (10) Jamie Benn (14) – Wyatt Johnston (53) – Evgeni Dadonov (63) Mason Marchment (27) - Max Domi (18) – Tyler Seguin (91) Jason Robertson (21) – Roope Hintz (24) – Joe Pavelski (16) Of course, this is a Stars team that gave up their share of just those chances to a Wild team not known for their speed. In the playoffs, however, they have a chance to plan for that game - which should allow them to limit dangerous odd man chances. Or, through running the cycle and pinching from the point without falling victim to the odd man rush off of the stretch pass.ĭallas has had trouble with speedy teams that stretch the ice in the past. It means creating chances, off the rush - a dangerous proposition against a team that is laying traps, daring Dallas to try and blow through the center of the ice with speed. ![]() If you want an in depth, strategic breakdown of the teams, please take another look at David Castillo's excellent piece from earlier today.įor the Stars, that means moving the puck out of their defensive end and through the neutral zone without falling victim to an aggressive Kraken forecheck. The series against the Seattle Kraken is all about speed. Gone is the take the body first proposition. The Dallas Stars prevail by keeping their wits about them. In the opening round, the Minnesota Wild offerered themselves up as a brutish Frankenstein's monster. By Mark Zimmerman playoff series is its own story.
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