yeah, the familiarty. you would think the same would aply to beating those matchups. dunno, dont remember the home ice advantage being this significant. [Show/Hide Quoted Message](Quoting Message by ronhartsell from Wednesday, June 10, 2009 7:27:43 AM)
ronhartsell wrote:
Good morning HB...I think it is a bigger deal in the playoffs because of the familiararity in playing the same team...the little advantages are greatly amplified...
Head banger wrote:
yes, I know. but the last change is only so much value. the energy from the fans is good, but it can also make younger players more error prone. funny, in the regular season, its a minor advantage, now its this significant. guess playing several games back to back teams learn more about the 1 on 1 matchups, but its still suprising to me.
ronhartsell wrote:
Home ice does give the home team an edge by virtue of line changes...among other factors...
Head banger wrote:
ok, seriously how does the home ice advantage make this much difference? my wife says the games are fixed to get a 7 game series, am starting to believe her.
