Tuesday night open thread and link dump
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:30 PM EDT
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PrintThe Stanley Cup has been awarded, the Bolts have named their GM and head coach... Now comes the hard part: the next 3 months of no hockey.
Lightning News
Breaking story of the day: Ryan Martin is not leaving the Red Wings to serve as Steve Yzerman's capologist in TB. [Detroit Free Press]
Is Jeff Vinik taking cues on business practices from Steve Jobs? [Loving the Lightning]
Steve Yzerman brings the Red Wings way to Tampa Bay [Sports Illustrated]
Bolt Prospects has released their final Tampa Bay Lightning prospect rankings for 2009-10. This gives you an idea of franchise developmental depth. [Bolt Prospects]
Kurtis Foster was one of the best dollar values (when tied to point-production) in the NHL last season [Pro Hockey Talk]
Is Dave Andreychuk Hockey Hall of Fame worthy? [Greatest Hockey Legends]
Whatever happened to Joe Bolts Fan?
Hockey News
The Flyers offered Peter Forsberg a contract in March. [Broad Street Hockey]
A hometown product with a substantial sports pedigree is about to be signed by the Nashville Predators [On The Forecheck]
Odds on the NHL Hall of Fame class inductions. [Puck Daddy]
Signs that you are ready for the NHL Season to start [Stay Classy]
The Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks... Just where do they go from here? [Second City Hockey]
Post season awards: The Norstrom Awards for best stay-at-home defenseman, as picked by Bloggers [View From My Seats]
...and the Norris Trophy winner (as picked by Bloggers) [View from My Seats]
Hershey Bears are AHL champions... and their facial hair is nice too. [Washington Post]
General News
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Hi everyone – friends, newbies, lurkers, etc. What shall we discuss tonight?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:34 PM EDT reply actions
What? Beer?
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:34 PM EDT up reply actions
:o|
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:35 PM EDT up reply actions
So Ryan Martin is not coming to Tampa Bay
That’s a first for Yzerman — the first one who resisted him.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
So he’s not all-powerful. Interesting. I guess that makes him a superhero instead of a god, huh? ;o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:39 PM EDT up reply actions
I’ll take JUST a superhero over what we had any day! We can worry about hockey god later…
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions
/hic*
Sorry…. I am here, sorta…
After a day at the lake I’m slightly intoxicated…and VERY sunburned…
Also waiting for Braves/Rays game to start. They are in a rain delay right now.
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Rain? I have head of this Rain thing but I do not recall when I saw it last (actually, that was probably Saturay night — and there was only a smattering of it… not enough to subdue this parched town I live in)
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:37 PM EDT up reply actions
We’ve had afternoon thunderstorms for the last few weeks. Not a LOT of rain but the thunder and lightning have been pretty spectacular.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Tina? Tipsy? Oh, this ought to be fun…. :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:37 PM EDT up reply actions
WOOHOOO!!!
Hooray Beer! and peach margariteas
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions
oh geez...
I meant margaritas.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions
She’s tipsy folks…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions
Like I said, this’ll be fun. :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL..
I’ll try to keep my typos down to a minimum. Just have to type (and read) slower.
Anybody got a good remedy for sunburn? I’m looking a bit like a lobster at this moment.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Aloe.
And typos are fine. I’m never drunk and I type too fast for accuracy.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:44 PM EDT up reply actions
I got aloe gel. Just wondered if there was anything better than that.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Aloe, aloe, aloe. Tho, Noxema does make it feel better – but you’ve got the smell to deal with.
There's nothing quite like the sound of a frozen puck hitting the glass. It makes me happy.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:45 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah, that stuff smells funny. Or odd. But the smell also reminds me of my gram’ma too. So not all bad.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Open question for anyone in the Great White North
Just what are some of the cruel things that Habs fans said about Carey Price?
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
Gotta move Smith first.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions
That wasn’t the question. Secondly, and who backs up Price?
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions
He smokes too much
Likes underaged girls
Gets too fat in the off season
It's all hot bishes, naps, and dance parties
Lovely conditions to be working under, eh?
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions
So he thinks he’s playing hockey in the 1970s then?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions
No. Montreal. ;-)
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Okay, here’s the question for Lightning fans – what do you think they ought to do with Mike Smith?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:44 PM EDT reply actions
sit on him
One more year. With better (saner) management at both levels of the Bolts, I think they can manage him and the 2nd goalie much better than Lawton/Tocchet did last season. If he proves a liability… sned him on a conditioning stint and call up Tokarski / Janus.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Seems like he’d be a little too lumpy to sit on comfortably for any length of time to me…. :o|
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:48 PM EDT up reply actions
nort so bad without pads, though Cassie LOL
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Hmmm….maybe.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Good lord… NOT, instead of “nort”…
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Meh, whatever. I knew what you were saying. It’s all good.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions
you think they would actually buy him out? he has 1 more year on contract left, right? And would they even think about tradin g for Price? with all the gaoltenders they have in the system?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:48 PM EDT up reply actions
*goaltenders
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Because those goalies are not judged to be ready. And Yzerman is supposed to be about taking his time and patience with netminders.
If Price can be had cheaply, then why not? Give those guys developing a chance to develope and have someone hold down the fort in Tampa…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Would they consider Niitty coming back for a year or two then? even at an increased price? He was pretty much #1 last year anyway?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Would I consider it? Yeah. Would STEVE consider it? From stuff he has said in Tampa, he’s treated it like Frank is a goner.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions
I think Price could work in Tampa – but it’d depend on what we’d have to give up for him.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions
So switch that around…what would YOU be willing to give Mtl for Price?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
They’ve had an interesting discussion at Boltprospects.com/forum about this. Smith, Malone… Someone pitched a package of prospects which was quite ridiculous (big overpayment)
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Not Malone.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Why not Malone?
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Folks saying Malone’s contract is bad… I don’t think so. He’s worth it as far as I concerned. He’s one of the few that will get in front of the net and do the dirty work.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Here’s a rub, he sorta disappeared after leaving Stamkos’ line…
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions
So put Stamkos-Downie-Malone together. Vinny and Marty with ?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Teddy Purcell… But Teddy is a RW…
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions
I think Teddy might serve better on 3rd line with Killer and Nate. (provided they resign both of them and I hope they do)
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions
He’s not a grinder. He’s supposed to be a goal scorer. I mean, that’s not a bad combo — actually perks my interest… But I’m wondering if he will struggle there like he struggled in LA with the more physical game?
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions
He seemed to fit in pretty well after the trade. Of course “coach” never left him on any one line long enough to get chemistry with anybody, but he did seem to play well with VL.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Downie’s not a grinder. He’s chippy, sure, but he’s actually a finesse player.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Speaking of ur Cuzin’ Alix, is HE going to be in LA next week?
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
No
he’s not. He’s in Toon hanging out with Gordie Howe :)
And me and Ryan are low on funds and we can’t make it :(
It's all hot bishes, naps, and dance parties
Awesome!
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions
So maybe put Killer on line with Vinny and Marty? He’s sound defensively and can skate very good. He did score his first goal on that line. Maybe he would do well if the coach would put him there and leave him alone.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
It could work. The people I’ve talked to from Bolt Prospects don’t even have him on the radar… I think they’ve compared him to Ryan Craig/Blair Jones. Guys not going anywhere.
I really hope that’s not where James is going…
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions
I think he is better than either of those guys. Jones had a chance (several actually) to make it with Bolts and he just never got going. I’m not impressed with him. And neither of them skate as well as Killer…
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions
I thought Craig was going to end up replacing Andreychuk — adn be like Dave. He got hurt and has become a career minor leaguer.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Those knee injuries took a lot out of him. He was on roll before the first one. never got it back after he came back.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions
he did have
nice chemistry with them. But yeah I think third line is a perfect spot for him. Get some stability, play well defensively, work on his offensive game. He’s not a pure sniper but he’s not 4th line banger.
It's all hot bishes, naps, and dance parties
I mean, they gonna need at least 1 winger for top lines no matter who it is.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Vinny’s line was “disappeared” most of the season. Tho I like Malone and Purcell with him.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Ditto. He’s the only player on the Lightning willing to camp in the crease and take the abuse just to chip in an ugly goal. I’d say that justifies his contract.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Right. And Bruce Garrioch’s deduction of WHO the Bolts give up is off the table.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 7:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Garrioch is full of —it. He loves to dump on Bolts. Has been for several years now.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions
He’s full of it period. The only time he gets stuff right is when Len Barrie is blabbing it to him.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Agree. Some of the stuff he writes is just way too…. well, not sure how to describe it. At least not in my current mental state.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Eklund-like. Made up.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:02 PM EDT up reply actions
ROFL... good description
Like that rumor he floated today…. Semin for Brodeur. My first thought was WTF? and where did THAT come from?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh so THAT was the rumor. I heard about a proposed Brodeur trade but that one is just a joke…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Yep. that was it. Really bad, ain’t it?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Hi alix!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, what’s stopping you? Don’t you have a full bar at your place?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions
At my
mum’s place on the island. Sighhh. But I do have rum! And mango juice. And campari. Hmmmm…
It's all hot bishes, naps, and dance parties
Oh. I thought I knew you! What’s up with that?! :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions
I’ll forgive you – just this once. ;o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions
what is campari?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions
So we’re all agreed that Tokarski will probably be the backup in Tampa this coming season?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:04 PM EDT reply actions
As a backup if nothing else. His introduction to the NHL was not the best of circumstances, if I remember. He kinda got thrown in as replacement during a blowout, i think?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Two of them. Very tough intro. Miami and New York (MSG)
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, and he didn’t sound very thrilled by those games when I interviewed him, either.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Remember the one at MSG. Forgot about the FLA game….
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
No. That’s a situation that is going to be addressed this off season. There is a LOT to be sorted out… That’s part of why Price was floated (or is being floated. Other names include the Lightning properties in the KHL — Kochechkin, Ramo…
But in all of these scenarios, it doesn’t mean Dustin is backing p the other guy. It doesn’t mean Smith is gone.. It just says the goaltending needs to be solidified and all options are on the table.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:07 PM EDT up reply actions
To be honest goaltending hasn’t bee “solidified” in several years now….
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:10 PM EDT up reply actions
I still like Niitty, and I’d like for him to stay, too.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Alix, is there any trade bait in Vancouver that could fit well into Tampa?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:13 PM EDT reply actions
Alix Wright and Ryan Mance.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions
SUN dress, 24/7 ;-)
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions
I thought we’d already stolen them away….
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Hmmmmm...
Not that I jump on right of the top of my head.
Kyle Wellwood had a very good playoffs. He would fit in the SE. But you need wingers right? He’s a center.
It's all hot bishes, naps, and dance parties
Yeah, preferable a RW.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions
John! Allan Egeland has been coaching in Charlotte! I had no idea! :oO
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:16 PM EDT reply actions
And the small world connection gets even smaller.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
I finally remembered to look him up. Yikes. How scary is that?!
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah. Allen coached (and played) for Charlotte Checkers for a number of years. The head coach/gm for the Checkers is/was an old Bolt…Derek Wilkinson. He was a goalie. Played with Bolts Vinny’s first year.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions
I knew Allan Egeland when he played for the Tacoma (now Kelowna) Rockets of the WHL.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:18 PM EDT up reply actions
I think Allen’s brother also played for Checkers.
But then again, so did Andre Roy. and Eric Boulton. and Dale Purinton.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
I knew him, tho. He was very quiet and painfully shy. He never really said much. Their team practiced at the same rink that my team practiced at – right after us, in fact – so I chatting with those guys on a regular basis.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Played 4 years with the Lightning (Wilkinson) without significant time on ice. Drafted in 1992.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Yep. That's Wilkie!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions
I wanted to see him stick around. Wasn’t in the cards. The Bolts had never, and still have never, developed their own goalie tandem. It’s all been FA’s.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
He’s turned into a heckuva a coach in the ECHL. Been with Charlotte for quite a while.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
How is it going to play out now with Albany relocating? (AHL)
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
the guy that owns Checkers franchise (Michael Kahn, I think is his name) bought the Albany River Rat franchise and is moving it to Charlotte. It will become the Charlotte Checkers. The ECHL franchise that was the Checkers has been sold to group in Greenville SC and it will become an reincoarnation of Greenville Grrrowl. Stay in the E. Don’t know if Rangers will maintain affiliation or not. Charlotte was afiliate, but they may change now.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions
One nice thing about Checkers in AHL…I’ll get to see Norfolk Ads play!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions
I could do that, but they’re like a 2½ hour drive from me. But I should go down to Norfolk more often. To interview guys, if nothing else.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions
*reincarnation
sheesh….
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Getting into my territory now!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah, we were talking about Allan because I am doing prospects review. Cassie proofed over a rough draft I was writing and saw Egeland and brought up her connection.
It’s just odd that you are now connected in too.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Fozzie / Tanguay
OK, so here’s a Free Agent question: Does Boucher’s system actually reverse Foster’s chances of being re-signed? And Tanguay’s for that matter?
Speedy D, Foster is not. And Tanguay may have had a horrible season, but the system was not one for which he should excell in. Though he IS on the downside of his career from how he has played the last few seasons…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
I think this gives Tanguay a second chance – at least until the trade deadline. Don’t know about Fozzie, tho.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions
With Tanguay, it would really depend on contract demands. If he has vaulted demands like last Summer, he is going elsewhere.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:29 PM EDT up reply actions
after the season he had, not sure he’s in high demand anywhere.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah. I’m still shaking my head over the Flyers trying to lure Forsberg back. Good for Pete that he had enough sense to say no.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions
what would have happened if he signed?
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions
He’d’ve been a 3rd or 4th line guy, probably playing only 10-15 minutes a night – mostly on the power play, and likely as a winger at even strength. At least, that’s what I would’ve thought. He would’ve been a great help on the PP, but probably just another cog elsewhere. At least, with his ankle/foot still bothering him like it reportedly was.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions
But I saw interview somewhere that said he was contemplating comeback next season…. he turning into NHL version of Brett Favre?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Has he appeared in a movie opposite Cameron Diaz as a former love?
No? Then no…
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
No, no Cameron Diaz, at least as far as I remember.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
:-D
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh, god, I hope not. I had great hope that he’d retire when he said that if he knew how things would turn out he would’ve retired back in 2003. I think he’s still on the fence, tho. And the Flyers reportedly left the offer on the table for him for next season as well. The only good part about his foot problem is that it’s saved the rest of his body from the wear and tear he’d been wrecking upon it, so in theory he’d be doing fairly well. If he didn’t have a foot problem.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m also going to have to dust off the Lined Up Update in the near future. There have been no transactions but…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
I SO want to go to all star game in Raleigh next year.
Or rather would want to go to the skills competition. The game? not so much.
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I woudl think TV ruins the skills competition. I have HATED the competition since they started having guys fllowing players on-ice during the skills. It looks horrible on TV.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions
It has pretty much turned into a production for TV. Nothing like it used to be, but I’d rather see skills competition than that sad excuse for a game.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions
I loved how it went in the 1990’s. Still a lot of TV but not overdone to the point TV-entertainment-attempts came off so goofy that they ruined watching the thing.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
What turned me off from it was when they started letting players bring props for the shootout competition. That is just NOT hockey.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:40 PM EDT up reply actions
I still think that they ought to make it all-inclusive – turn it into an NHL skills competition and not just a all-star skills competition.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
a la the MLB home run derby. I do recall non-all stars getting invites.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
It was the following-players-on-shootout/breakaway attempts that did it for me. I mean, a non steady camera following a guy from behind taking a shot? You couldn’t see anything. And then there was no sideline replay.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
But who knows, Tina. You may actually get a chance…
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
The problem with the Skills Competition is that it’d suck if you’re sitting at the wrong end of the ice for most of it.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Wow. We’ve been going for an hour and we’re still talking hockey. Who knew?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:41 PM EDT reply actions
We can start talking about something else if you like?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
hey, I wear the suspenders and the elt here… So no. :-p :-)
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions
OOOPS!
sorry John :)
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Wait – who are you again? ;o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions
The Fungii
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh yeah. That growing on you stuff. Now I remember. I think.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions
is that plural?
is there more than 1 of you? GASP!!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions
You don’t want to know, Tina.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
And because you said that, now she is sittign at the edge of her seat.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions
No, no edge of seat. I’d be more likely to fall in the floor. THAT would not be good.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Pictures or it didn’t happen. ;o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, I haven’t fell in the floor YET. But if I do, I’m sure I can get somebody to get a pic before they get me out of the floor.
on second thought…maybe not….
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:52 PM EDT up reply actions
LONG story Tina. Or inside joke.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
ok. Like the “what? beer?” thing? gotcha…
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Right.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Nah, I’m good. Thanks for thinking of me, tho. I appreciate it. :o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Totally off topic fashion question
Do dress vests have to match the slacks you are wearing? Completely blend together?
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
They need to at least complement the slacks, but match? not really. Blending would not be necessary.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions
No, but they should definitely blend. Whatever you do, don’t wear black and navy. That’s a big no-no.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Right. My slacks are more… Olive? And the vest a darker color, not black…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Also depends on where you’re going to wear them?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
At an executive function in front of some 15000 spectators.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
AKA The draft
I’ve beent hinking how it will look for a few days. I need to start planning my wardobe
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:52 PM EDT up reply actions
You going to be the one to announce the Lightning’s #6 draft pic, there John? Cool!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL, not made for TV Tina…. But I will be there.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions
COOL!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions
This makes me want to post my fashion rules blog up on FTR just in time for the NHL awards show. :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:48 PM EDT up reply actions
Bring up pictures from last year… That sounds like a real plan.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Mmmm…. Pictures of good looking men in suits. Love that. Oh. Wait. You mean hockey players? Even better!
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh heck yeah!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions
go for it! there are lots of athletes (and celebs) that seriously need fashion advice.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Okay, you’ve talked me into it. I wonder how Chen will feel about that. Oh well. Whatever.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Be humorous. You’ll be fine.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Isn’t it enough that I look funny? You want me to BE funny, too? Wow, that’s so hard….
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:52 PM EDT up reply actions
Huh? You thought I was being funny there? Oh, silly John….
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions
On second thought...
maybe I just want to go to Tampa to see a REAL game next year!
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I’m hoping that they do something in Norfolk again for preseason – tho not necessarily another AHL-NHL game. :o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Well they are going back to Winnipeg for another game, so why not Norfolk too? Good for me.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions
How far is Norfolk from you?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:51 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL… a helluva lot closer than Winnipeg.
Actually, It’s about 6 hrs or so, I think.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, if they go to Norfolk, I’ll be there. If you want to make the trek, then you’ll have company at the game, at least.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions
179+ comments between the three of us (and Alix)
Boy we’re chatty.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
Oh, like that’s any surprise. You know how I can talk all day. And I know that you can, too. And Tina’s a party all by herself.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions
WOOOHOOO!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:55 PM EDT up reply actions
And I meant that when you’re sober you’re a party all by yourself, too. Tipsy? Well, that just takes it all to a whole ’nother level of crazy fun.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions
She’s right. Next time we have an open thread, I am just goign to let you do the talking… But also supply a bottle of liquor for you
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Thanks. I think.
You might not want to let me do the talking though…I might be inclined to say-or do-something to run folks off.
but at least everything is funny to me.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions
Sadly, I’m just easily amused – even when sober. Simple things for simple minds….
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions
I wish I were you
Easily amused
Find my nest of salt
everything’s my fault…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, at least you can admit it. :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:03 PM EDT up reply actions
JOHN...
You’re a poet! how cool!
or is that Haiku?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:03 PM EDT up reply actions
Haiku is poetry, Tina.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions
oh...
well, I told you I was tipsy… LOL
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes but…. Well, these aren’t my lines. That’s actually a song by Nirvana. All Apologies.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions
I like that song. :o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions
The electric version is better than the live one. Though I used to lvoe the live one.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:07 PM EDT up reply actions
It might seem strange, but even though it’s Tuesday, it’s Saturday for me.
wait….I’m not sure that made any sense….
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions
It did. Have another drink. Then it won’t matter what day it is. :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 8:57 PM EDT up reply actions
This is true.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:00 PM EDT up reply actions
Speaking of which (or who)…where did Alix go?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Probably left to get herself a peach margarita, I would think.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Su just posted on Twitter
…getting a jump on the show for this week. I am distracted cuz I am responding to her.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
You? Distracted? Nev…oh, look! Shiny!
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Too late to be relevant. Already got my recommendations to her.
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:01 PM EDT up reply actions
SQUIRREL!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions
You have to have seen “UP” for that to make any sense.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions
I thought you were referencing Non Sequitor
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by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions
wait, what? Non Sequitor? are you makin’ fun of me, mister?
ROFL
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:09 PM EDT up reply actions
I like that comic. It’s so delightfully obscure. I aspire to be like that. :o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:09 PM EDT up reply actions
OK. so you understand the “squirrel” reference then.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions
I didn’t, but I still thought it was funny. :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions
For some reason, I thought that was just hysterical. I haven’t had a good laugh like that in a long time. Thanks! :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions
Glad I could be of service! enjoy!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:05 PM EDT up reply actions
And another inside joke is born….
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions
First, is he a free agent of some kind?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:05 PM EDT up reply actions
No, still under contract.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Then I say…no. He will not. But I don’t think he’ll start the season in Toronto, either.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions
So, does that mean you think he’ll be traded before the start of the season?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:10 PM EDT up reply actions
No. but there is a window of opportunity for Burkie to trade him while he NTC is not in effect.
Weird contract he has.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Here’s the $64 milllion question – will Marty St. Louis play for the Lightning this season?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:11 PM EDT reply actions
Yes.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:12 PM EDT up reply actions
but by that same token, I also think if the Lightning fall flat out of the gate, I wouldn’t be surprised to see Marty request, or at least accept, a trade to a contender.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:12 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah, but how long he is here is another question.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Maybe I should ask if he’ll finish the season with the Lightning.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions
unqualified, total….maybe.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Although I read somewhere that Stevie Y wants to talk to him about an extension. So who knows.
I don’t know if Marty carries a grudge over the team Canada thing or not, but I do believe he is too professional to let it interfere with his play.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
He’s talked like he holds a grudge.
But yes, I have read (Mike Corcoran) that Yzerman wants to talk contract with both St. Louis and Stamkos.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Marty was still very bitter when Yzerman was hired. Not sure if they’ve talked yet to clear the air. We’ll see how that goes.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:16 PM EDT up reply actions
The Lightning have used four of their last seven top draft selections...
On Defense. And only 2 of those guys are still with the Lightning, only one has played significant minutes with the Bolts.
Mike Egener (Retired)
Andy Rodger (Toronto)
Vlad Mihalik (Tampa / Norfolk)
(Helenius)
(Tyrell)
(Stamkos)
Hedman (Tampa Bay)
So a lot of first round fails. But I want to note that after Egener was drafted, Matt Smaby was selected. And I believe Mike Lundin was taken after Andy Rodgers… So while high draft picks have failed, the draft itself hasn’t.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
So what will be up with Ranger? Will they make qualifing offer to him? he’s RFA, right? will he even bother to play again?
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
Who knows?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions
If Yzerman hasn’t already been in contact with him and seen what the deal is, I would not even botehr. I’d treat him as dead to teh world. I think he has a lot to explain to the public — or at least try. And he has a TON to prove with all the time he has lost (playing time) between injuries and this MIA stuff.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:18 PM EDT up reply actions
Personally I’d cut him loose. He’s been awol for almost a year now…if he didn’t want to come back last year when the Bolts were pushing for the playoffs, then screw him. there would always be questions about his desire to play.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
now post this as a reply where it belongs… :-)
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions
LOL. misdirection, I guess.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:21 PM EDT up reply actions
I should get Alix to give James the “I am a stud” T-shirt from RC. :-D
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
good idea!
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions
I think I’m going to go. It’s time to try that sleeping thing again, so I’ll catch you guys around. Definitely next week, at least. Have a good night!
There's nothing quite like the sound of a frozen puck hitting the glass. It makes me happy.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 15, 2010 9:21 PM EDT reply actions
Goodnight Cassie!
hope you do get some sleep.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Goodnight Cassie, take care.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Nothing lately. Nothing has really caught my attention after the Yzerman thing. I need to find something to write about though. Any suggestions?
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:23 PM EDT up reply actions
It’s like…something grabs my attention and I can write about it with no problems. Otherwise I get a serious case of writer’s block.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions
That happens with everyone. That’s part of why I bring up stuff on the group. You know? Like what we were talking about today?
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions
It’s easy to get comfortable just talking abut it between friends… But that’s also a complacency (I’m guilty, guilty, guilty of this — I don’t write every idea I talk in private about). Even this conversation we’ve had tonight has a mix of stories to write about and elaborate on…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:28 PM EDT up reply actions
:P Except the me being tipsy part…
but seriously, I’m going thru blogs and chats and stuff on hockey. Hoping something grabs my attention and makes me thing about it enough to write about it.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah. Like you had pointed out one time before, gettting started is the hardest part. After that, I can write. And write. And write…lol
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:28 PM EDT up reply actions
OK, tanguay and Fozzie and Guy Boucher’s system. That’s a an idea for a story. Does this hurt Fozzie? Does it help Tanguay? Can the Lightnign afford to lose Fozzie’s Right Handed deefensive shot?
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:31 PM EDT up reply actions
Well…. Boucher said he doesn’t coach a system, he coaches players. So I would thing Fozzie and Alex both have a chance. But then again, a right handed shot on the PP is HARD to find. Would be hard to lose him. But Fozzie certainly isn’t fast, by any means.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:34 PM EDT up reply actions
You ought ot is my point. Keep writing. Send drafts my way when you get a chance.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions
OK. That I can do. Never know when an idea will jump up and smack me in the head.
Now there’s a visual for ya!
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:26 PM EDT up reply actions
And if you’re into baseball, just for your info…the Braves/Rays are about ready to get underway after a 2 and a half hour rain delay. Sheesh.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
Thanks, I haven’t even bothered to look at the game… or the rain delay
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions
I think it’s time for us to close this thing down Tina. Everyone (Cassie :-p ) is gone and we’re goign to be distracted.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
OK
I’ll keep looking and e-mail you with anything I have as an idea.
Have a good evening John!
GO BRAVES!! ROFL
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 15, 2010 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions
You do that, Tina. Goodnight
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 15, 2010 9:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Goaltending
Anyone have any thoughts about trying to obtain Dan Ellis from Nashville and get Ramo back from the KHL. Ellis is a good starting goalie and salary is within range. Ramo still property of the Bolts. Played well in the KHL. I wouldn’t go another year with Smith.
This is the first time I have seen Ellis’ name paired with the Lightning. Focus has been on Price with rumors for a while.
I would not mind bringing Ramo back to North America instead of investing in other goalies from outside the system. Between Ramo and Vasily Kochechkin, the Bolts have rights to wo KHL netminders and basically that adds to system depth…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
by John Fontana on Jun 16, 2010 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions
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