Here is José's interview after the scrimmage last night.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Photos and Video from the Scrimmage
Thanks to Nelly for sharing photos and video from tonight's scrimmage.
When he came out on the ice.
Shootout Save #1
Shootout Save #2
Shootout Save #3
Saluting the Crowd
A SCORELESS SCRIMMAGE: #FlaPanthers Goalies Look Good -- As Usual
On Frozen Pond
by George Richards (@GeorgeRichards)
The Panthers finished 27th in the 30-team National Hockey League in goals scored last season.
Was anyone expecting them to transform overnight?
Florida held a 40-minute scrimmage in Coral Springs on Wednesday night and no one in the red home jerseys nor anyone in the white road jerseys scored a goal.
The Panthers goaltending, however, was good as usual.
"I was really happy with the goaltending,'' coach Kevin Dineen said. "There were some quality scoring chances that the goalies had to make big saves on. They both look like they are ready to go. We accomplished everything we wanted.''
Florida's two goalies -- Jose Theodore and Scott Clemmensen -- didn't give up a goal in either of the two, 15-minute periods nor the two five-minute overtime sessions.
There were some goals scored during the shootout exhibitions that followed each regular period but, hey, those didn't count.
Carol inserts (José only had one shootout goal scored against him, and stopped 5.)
The Panthers, like the rest of the NHL, will not play any preseason games before opening up the regular season this weekend. For the Panthers, Wednesday will be their final taste of game-like conditions before the lights go on for real Saturday against the Hurricanes.
Theodore and Clemmensen were one of the top goalie combos in the league last season and helped lead Florida to the playoffs for the first time in over a decade. Yet this offseason, most of the talk surrounding the Panthers involved a rumored return of All-Star goalie Roberto Luongo.
As of Wednesday, Luongo -- who still lives a few miles away from the Iceplex -- remained in Vancouver preparing for the Canucks' season opener.
Are Theodore and Clemmensen playing with a touch of attitude thanks to all the Luongo talk?
"I would,'' Dineen said. "If someone keeps on talking about someone else who is a world-class player, I would say, 'you know what? Bring it on.' You are talking about professional athletes. They know what the situation is. They can't wait to get the season started.''
by George Richards (@GeorgeRichards)
The Panthers finished 27th in the 30-team National Hockey League in goals scored last season.
Was anyone expecting them to transform overnight?
Florida held a 40-minute scrimmage in Coral Springs on Wednesday night and no one in the red home jerseys nor anyone in the white road jerseys scored a goal.
The Panthers goaltending, however, was good as usual.
"I was really happy with the goaltending,'' coach Kevin Dineen said. "There were some quality scoring chances that the goalies had to make big saves on. They both look like they are ready to go. We accomplished everything we wanted.''
Florida's two goalies -- Jose Theodore and Scott Clemmensen -- didn't give up a goal in either of the two, 15-minute periods nor the two five-minute overtime sessions.
There were some goals scored during the shootout exhibitions that followed each regular period but, hey, those didn't count.
Carol inserts (José only had one shootout goal scored against him, and stopped 5.)
The Panthers, like the rest of the NHL, will not play any preseason games before opening up the regular season this weekend. For the Panthers, Wednesday will be their final taste of game-like conditions before the lights go on for real Saturday against the Hurricanes.
"It was fun to have a game kind of,'' Theodore said. "Playing at 7 really changed it up, get ready for the regular season. It was fun. It's a building process and it's going to happen quick.''
Theodore and Clemmensen were one of the top goalie combos in the league last season and helped lead Florida to the playoffs for the first time in over a decade. Yet this offseason, most of the talk surrounding the Panthers involved a rumored return of All-Star goalie Roberto Luongo.
As of Wednesday, Luongo -- who still lives a few miles away from the Iceplex -- remained in Vancouver preparing for the Canucks' season opener.
Are Theodore and Clemmensen playing with a touch of attitude thanks to all the Luongo talk?
"I would,'' Dineen said. "If someone keeps on talking about someone else who is a world-class player, I would say, 'you know what? Bring it on.' You are talking about professional athletes. They know what the situation is. They can't wait to get the season started.''
Monday, January 14, 2013
Training Camp Day 2
Yesterday was physicals and Media Day, so here is José's newest headshot.
Nelly took a few photos for me.
And from AP
And here was a post-practice interview.
Saturday, January 12, 2013
The Lockout is Officially Over
Both the Board of Governors and the NHL Players Association have now ratified AND SIGNED the tentative CBA agreement that was made last Sunday, January 6. The 2012-2013 National Hockey League lockout is now officially over.
The 2013 Florida Panthers Schedule
The 2013 Florida Panthers Schedule
TIME FOR CAMP: #FlaPanthers Set to Kick Off 2013 on Sunday
On Frozen Pond
TWITTER: @GeorgeRichards
Coaches and players love to espouse whatever success or failure happens early on in a hockey season can be overcome or overtaken.
"It's a marathon,'' they'll say, "not a sprint.''
No one will say that this year.
When the Panthers -- and the other 29 teams in the NHL -- report for the start of training camp on Sunday morning, they may as well be wearing a pair of Usain Bolt's used Pumas.
This thing is going to go fast.
"It's going to go by very, very quickly,'' said Panthers goalie Jose Theodore.
"It seems like forever since we've been here, but at the same time, it feels like yesterday. All those months are gone. And the season is going to be like that. It's great to go back to work. You can feel the intensity picking up around here.''
With the NHL lockout lasting four-plus months, there isn't much of a season left as the league will play 48 games instead of its usual 82.
Teams will open the 2012-13 season on Saturday -- a week before the All-Star break was originally scheduled for. That celebration, which was to be held in Columbus, was cancelled months ago.
Even preseason games have been shelved this year.
"Experience is going to play a big role,'' Theodore said. "We have a lot of veterans so we should be OK. Preseason is good to have, but it's not the real thing. What you are going to see is five very intense days of practice and we're going to be ready to play.''
The Panthers will hold physicals at the Saveology.com Iceplex in Coral Springs Sunday morning with the possibility for a short practice at noon.
The team is expected to hold a training camp with workouts and scrimmages from Monday through Friday starting at 10 each morning.
Florida kicks off its 48-game slate Saturday at the BB&T Center in Sunrise against visiting Carolina.
"We're going to be asking a lot of these guys in a shortened season,'' said coach Kevin Dineen, who played for Hartford during the previous 48-game season in 1994.
"Every game is going to have a playoff-like atmosphere. You're going to hear that a lot and that's because it's true. Things are going to come fast and furious. Everyone talks about how important that start is. I believe that. It's going to be a very entertaining season.''
When the Panthers opened camp last year, there were more new faces than old. General manager Dale Tallon revamped Florida's roster and had a new coach and system after firing Pete DeBoer and brining in Dineen.
One advantage the Panthers have in this shotgun season is their familiarity with one another. Florida will have a few new faces -- Peter Mueller, George Parros, Filip Kuba -- but the core of last year's Southeast Division champions returns.
"We have most of our team back and the additions we made were great,'' center Shawn Matthias said. "I think we have a really good team here. We're all excited to get going. It's going to be a sprint from start to finish.''
Florida's top line of Stephen Weiss with Tomas Fleischmann and Kris Versteeg returns intact. Rookie Jonathan Huberdeau will be added to the forward mix this season, likely playing on Florida's second line.
The Panthers bring back both goalies from last year and will replace Jason Garrison (Vancouver) on the blueline with Kuba (Ottawa).
Florida will have a handful of roster battles with rookie Jonathan Huberdeau a lock to make it.
Veterans Alex Kovalev and Marek Svatos are in on a try-out and may find openings with forwards Marcel Goc and Sean Bergenheim expected to miss the start of the season with undisclosed injuries.
Dineen will likely carry the full 23 players on his roster to make it easier to substitute players during the many upcoming back-to-back sets of games.
"We're going to have a real quick transition,'' said Brian Campbell, Florida's lone All-Star selection last season after coming over from Chicago.
"With a short training camp, having the same players and coaches is an advantage for us. We know the system. We know what to expect, nothing is new.''
PANTHERS TRAINING CAMP
What to Look For
-- When, Where: Sunday-Friday; Saveology.com Iceplex, Coral Springs
-- Directions: The Iceplex is located one-half mile east of the Sawgrass Expressway off Sample Road and Sportsplex Drive.
-- Times* -- Sunday: Possible workout at 11:30 a.m.; Monday-Friday: 10 a.m.
-- Season Opener: Saturday vs. Carolina; BB&T Center, Sunrise, 7:30 p.m.
-- Admission: Free
-- Key returnees: C Stephen Weiss, RW Kris Versteeg, LW Tomas Fleischmann, G Jose Theodore, D Brian Campbell, D Erik Gudbranson
-- Key additions: D Filip Kuba (Ottawa), RW George Parros (Anaheim), C Jonathan Huberdeau (rookie)
-- Fighting for a spot: RW Alex Kovalev, RW Marek Svatos, C Quinton Howden
TWITTER: @GeorgeRichards
Coaches and players love to espouse whatever success or failure happens early on in a hockey season can be overcome or overtaken.
"It's a marathon,'' they'll say, "not a sprint.''
No one will say that this year.
When the Panthers -- and the other 29 teams in the NHL -- report for the start of training camp on Sunday morning, they may as well be wearing a pair of Usain Bolt's used Pumas.
This thing is going to go fast.
"It's going to go by very, very quickly,'' said Panthers goalie Jose Theodore.
"It seems like forever since we've been here, but at the same time, it feels like yesterday. All those months are gone. And the season is going to be like that. It's great to go back to work. You can feel the intensity picking up around here.''
With the NHL lockout lasting four-plus months, there isn't much of a season left as the league will play 48 games instead of its usual 82.
Teams will open the 2012-13 season on Saturday -- a week before the All-Star break was originally scheduled for. That celebration, which was to be held in Columbus, was cancelled months ago.
Even preseason games have been shelved this year.
"Experience is going to play a big role,'' Theodore said. "We have a lot of veterans so we should be OK. Preseason is good to have, but it's not the real thing. What you are going to see is five very intense days of practice and we're going to be ready to play.''
The Panthers will hold physicals at the Saveology.com Iceplex in Coral Springs Sunday morning with the possibility for a short practice at noon.
The team is expected to hold a training camp with workouts and scrimmages from Monday through Friday starting at 10 each morning.
Florida kicks off its 48-game slate Saturday at the BB&T Center in Sunrise against visiting Carolina.
"We're going to be asking a lot of these guys in a shortened season,'' said coach Kevin Dineen, who played for Hartford during the previous 48-game season in 1994.
"Every game is going to have a playoff-like atmosphere. You're going to hear that a lot and that's because it's true. Things are going to come fast and furious. Everyone talks about how important that start is. I believe that. It's going to be a very entertaining season.''
When the Panthers opened camp last year, there were more new faces than old. General manager Dale Tallon revamped Florida's roster and had a new coach and system after firing Pete DeBoer and brining in Dineen.
One advantage the Panthers have in this shotgun season is their familiarity with one another. Florida will have a few new faces -- Peter Mueller, George Parros, Filip Kuba -- but the core of last year's Southeast Division champions returns.
"We have most of our team back and the additions we made were great,'' center Shawn Matthias said. "I think we have a really good team here. We're all excited to get going. It's going to be a sprint from start to finish.''
Florida's top line of Stephen Weiss with Tomas Fleischmann and Kris Versteeg returns intact. Rookie Jonathan Huberdeau will be added to the forward mix this season, likely playing on Florida's second line.
The Panthers bring back both goalies from last year and will replace Jason Garrison (Vancouver) on the blueline with Kuba (Ottawa).
Florida will have a handful of roster battles with rookie Jonathan Huberdeau a lock to make it.
Veterans Alex Kovalev and Marek Svatos are in on a try-out and may find openings with forwards Marcel Goc and Sean Bergenheim expected to miss the start of the season with undisclosed injuries.
Dineen will likely carry the full 23 players on his roster to make it easier to substitute players during the many upcoming back-to-back sets of games.
"We're going to have a real quick transition,'' said Brian Campbell, Florida's lone All-Star selection last season after coming over from Chicago.
"With a short training camp, having the same players and coaches is an advantage for us. We know the system. We know what to expect, nothing is new.''
PANTHERS TRAINING CAMP
What to Look For
-- When, Where: Sunday-Friday; Saveology.com Iceplex, Coral Springs
-- Directions: The Iceplex is located one-half mile east of the Sawgrass Expressway off Sample Road and Sportsplex Drive.
-- Times* -- Sunday: Possible workout at 11:30 a.m.; Monday-Friday: 10 a.m.
-- Season Opener: Saturday vs. Carolina; BB&T Center, Sunrise, 7:30 p.m.
-- Admission: Free
-- Key returnees: C Stephen Weiss, RW Kris Versteeg, LW Tomas Fleischmann, G Jose Theodore, D Brian Campbell, D Erik Gudbranson
-- Key additions: D Filip Kuba (Ottawa), RW George Parros (Anaheim), C Jonathan Huberdeau (rookie)
-- Fighting for a spot: RW Alex Kovalev, RW Marek Svatos, C Quinton Howden
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