Guys, Jeff Carter is pissed. It’s not like he almost lost. I’m pretty sure his trip to the second round was guaranteed by thousands of girls who love to watch him speed by everyone and score goals. Well, here at Phinally Philly we’re not necessarily interested in good looks, but we enjoy the sight of the puck going in the net. So when a player nearly brings you enough goals to get second place in the running for the Rocket Richard Trophy you might want to remember what he did.
Anyway, the final results of the first match ups are in. Mike Richards (15 votes) defeats Dan Carcillo (1 vote) and Jeff Carter (13 votes) defeats Arron Asham (3 votes).

When he “shies” away from a hit there is usually a reason why:
He’s more physical than Gagne, and just as defensively responsible. Let’s trade Gagne then?
Oh, and there’s all of this:
Anyway, back to the Fan Favorite 2009 bracket. Richards and Carter move on and so the 2 seeds vs. 7 seeds are next.
This should prove two more blowouts, but it’s alright. Who do you guys want to move on?
CHRIS PRONGER
VS.
IAN LAPERRIERE
and
SIMON GAGNE
VS.
MATT CARLE