Tuesday night open thread and link dump
by John Fontana on Jun 8, 2010 7:29 PM EDT
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PrintGuy Boucher, the Stanley Cup Finals, the NHL Draft... what a week for Lightning fans.
Lightning links
The Tampa Bay Rays had their themed road trip to Toronto last week, in celebration of the sport of hockey. It didn't sit well with some that the majority of the team had Blackhawks sweaters on. [Creative Loafing]
With Harvard losing talent, questions surround the future of Alex Killorn == continue playing collegiate hockey or go pro? [Bolt Prospects]
Nolan wonders if Mike Leighton should be looked at as a possibility as a backup goalie for the Bolts? [Frozen Sheets Hockey]
Pat Verbeek was officially name a member of the Lightning scouting staff today. Welcome to Tampa, Little Ball of Hate. [TBO]
Stanley Cup Finals
Announcing your Stanley Cup Champion merchandise! Well before we have a named champion! [Puck Daddy]
If you want the most interesting stories about hockey players, look no further than their medical stories [Chicago Tribune]
Chris Pronger has one of the most awesome quotes I've ever heard... [NHL Videocenter]
...and has been redubbed by Chicago as "Chrissy Pronger". [Puck Daddy]
General Hockey Links
He doesn't get as much notoriety as some of the long running hockey bloggers, but Mike at Confessions of a Hockey Fantatic celebrated his eighth anniversary on Sunday [Confessions of a Hockey Fanatic]
MLB manager Bud Black recalls his father, Harry "Bud" Black Sr. and MLB looks back at southern California hockey from days gone by. [MLB]
Jason Spezza and Bryan Murray sit down and talk about his future in Ottawa. Hilarity ensues. [Stay Classy]
Former Lightning owner, former NHL player... Now Len Barrie can add "bankrupt resort proprietor " to his titles. [The Globe and Mail]
General
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Well, 2 out of the last 3 Tuesday’s have come with some exciting news. How is everyone?
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
According to the Erik at the Trib, Lawyers are squabbling regarding the Boucher contract… Thus the delay in somethign official coming out tonight.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
So this coach hiring thing isn't official yet then.
And good evening John…
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
THERE you are.
No, it’s not, but Eric told me “It WILL get Done!!!!!!”
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
Yes, HERE I am!
Didn’t see the posts about the last Tuesday open thread until Wednesday morning. OOPS!
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I was wondering what happened to you, Tina.
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 8, 2010 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Slacking off. Nothing unusual.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Howdy. Have I missed anything?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:38 PM EDT reply actions
I missed that too i guess
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"DO NOT get stuck behind Kyle Wellwood in the buffet line. This isn't really etiquette, but it will prevent you from starving to death"- Down Goes Brown on Etiquette for Jason Spezza's wedding
by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 7:39 PM EDT up reply actions
I do what I can. :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m supposed to be the Franchise player, but we’re in here’s talking about Practise
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"DO NOT get stuck behind Kyle Wellwood in the buffet line. This isn't really etiquette, but it will prevent you from starving to death"- Down Goes Brown on Etiquette for Jason Spezza's wedding
by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions
How do you get to be the franchise player? By practicing.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions
Allen Iverson disagrees with you.
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"DO NOT get stuck behind Kyle Wellwood in the buffet line. This isn't really etiquette, but it will prevent you from starving to death"- Down Goes Brown on Etiquette for Jason Spezza's wedding
by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 7:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Good looks will only get you so far…Vinny. ;o) And Allen Iverson who? That’s like a basketball player, right?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:45 PM EDT up reply actions
Correction: A “has been” basketball player. One famous for refusing to practice.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Yea. HE was the 1st overall pick in the NBA draft in 1996. He had a rant about not showing up to practise and how he doesn’t need to go because he was the team’s Franchise player.
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"DO NOT get stuck behind Kyle Wellwood in the buffet line. This isn't really etiquette, but it will prevent you from starving to death"- Down Goes Brown on Etiquette for Jason Spezza's wedding
by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 7:47 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes, I know who he is. People take me so seriously! Geez. :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:48 PM EDT up reply actions
I figured you did, Cassie. LOL
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:49 PM EDT up reply actions
I can’t detect sarcasm over the internet very well, unless i’m the one doing it
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"DO NOT get stuck behind Kyle Wellwood in the buffet line. This isn't really etiquette, but it will prevent you from starving to death"- Down Goes Brown on Etiquette for Jason Spezza's wedding
by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Ah. Well, in my case, look for the winky emoticon. That usually implies sarcasm of some sort. :o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Damn. Guess I need to work on my aim.
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 8, 2010 7:40 PM EDT up reply actions
And I didn’t even get a chance to take a shot…. bummer…
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions
So what does everyone think about this potential Boucher hiring, huh? Would it have been news had this guy not turned down the job offer by Columbus?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:41 PM EDT reply actions
Yes, I think so.
But only because he was “hot property” of the Canadiens. Their fans would gripe about it regardless.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:42 PM EDT up reply actions
I think there would have been more outrage if it hadn’t been Yzerman doing the hiring. Or if It had beena GM who does not inspire confidence.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
I actually thought that he was going to New Jersey because of Lou Lamoriello’s tendencies to hire coaches from the Canadiens organization. But I guess Lamoriello wanting to talk to Haviland cost him Boucher.
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"DO NOT get stuck behind Kyle Wellwood in the buffet line. This isn't really etiquette, but it will prevent you from starving to death"- Down Goes Brown on Etiquette for Jason Spezza's wedding
by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 7:44 PM EDT up reply actions
My focus was on Haviland too. This surprised the htell out of me. I didn’t know how fast Steve would work on the coaching situation.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
I hadn’t heard anything about Boucher even interviewing with the Bolts, much less being a front runner for the position. Stevie Y moves fast when he wants to.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions
I was thinking it’d go to Dineen myself.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Dineen was the front runner, at least I thought so. Oh well. Wrong again. Not the first time and certainly won’t be the last….
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:48 PM EDT up reply actions
I was happy to see Yzerman pick a guy that he didn’t know before, frankly. I wasn’t expecting that. So good for him. Er, them.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:49 PM EDT up reply actions
The entire search was kept silent. No one really knew who was the front runner. Dineen was the first guy whose team publicly acknowledged the Lightning asked for permission to speak with him.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
Well, folks were wondering if Stevie Y could keep the coaching search as quiet as the GM search was. Guess this answered that question.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions
Oh, sorry. Right, I forgot…never mind that previous statement… :)
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions
Wait, did I come to the wrong thread? Is this a library? I’m so confused….
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:53 PM EDT up reply actions
He seems like a risk taker. But a high risk- high reward kinda guy, Boucher doesn’t have alot of experience at the professional level (1 year as AHL coach), but the guy’s pretty good though
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 7:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Even Scotty Bowman had to start somewhere...
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions
That’s true. Who would’ve thought Lou Lamoriello, with no GM experience would turn the New Jersey Devils into a Championship team
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"DO NOT get stuck behind Kyle Wellwood in the buffet line. This isn't really etiquette, but it will prevent you from starving to death"- Down Goes Brown on Etiquette for Jason Spezza's wedding
by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 7:55 PM EDT up reply actions
Seriously. And he’s actually not a bad coach himself, either. That’s the scary part.
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 8, 2010 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions
I like that he has that masters in sports psych. If any team needs some psychoanalysis after the past couple of seasons, it’s this one.
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 8, 2010 7:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Or serious therapy. One or the other. Maybe both.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:51 PM EDT up reply actions
as long as it’s not electroshock, I agree with this post. :-)
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
Uh, agreed…stay away from the electric probes and such.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:57 PM EDT up reply actions
Bad experiences there, John? Some flashbacks for you?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 7:58 PM EDT up reply actions
I've checked some of the French Canadian sport sites...
and Canadien fans are not happy. Of course they are blaming Gauthier for not hiring Boucher as part of JM’s staff NOW.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
Yes, Boucher stated last year he wanted to coach for the Canadiens. So there obviously was the mutual desire (fans and Boucher himself).
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
All French Canadians express interest in playing for the Canadiens. I think that’s how they manage to not get their houses egged when they don’t. Because most invariably play or coach elsewhere.
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 8, 2010 7:48 PM EDT up reply actions
And when they express they hate the Habs, they ask for videos where they state such to be removed from the Internet.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
…Or the fans are just flat out in denial about it. “He can’t hate the Habs. I’ve seen pictures of him as a kid wearing a Montreal jersey.” Uh huh. Riiight….
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 8, 2010 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Has anyone been paying attention to the draft talk?
SB nation will be doing a mock draft and we’re goign to pick sixth… Some input on needs and wants and players available would
be nice…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
Actually, no. With all the goings on with the Lightning lately, I’ve totally ignored the draft situation. After Hall and Seguin, that is. If Stevie Y is actually going to go with the “long term” plan then there are a couple of good d-men that may fall as low as 6. If not, then they may want to just take the best player available at the time. The minor league cupboards are kinda bare and any restocking would be good.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 7:59 PM EDT up reply actions
I am really not happy with the idea of taking another D-man as a long-term project at #6. Why? Larocque, Egener, Rogers and even Mihalik.
(The Bolts have sucked with high defensive draft picks. Hedman is a work in progress and I could very well gorup him in right now)
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
Hedman is seriously a work in progress. He HAS to get tougher and use the body more. Last thing the Bolts need on the blue line is a 6’5" ballerina. But then again, got to remember he’s still a kid. He’ll get better. Or he won’t last long in the NHL.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Defensemen always take long to mature into their roles. So young D are always a work in progress.
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 8, 2010 8:06 PM EDT up reply actions
I just want Boucher to make sure to use the D-men he has and not manage the roster. Don’t ride-the-nag until it drops.
Hedman should have been sat more often. Not as a punishment, but for a chance to see the game from another angle. Instead, “The Mandate” reigned.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
Still, this coming season he shouldn’t have to be sat very often. Not when he knows what to expect and is better prepared for it physically.
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 8, 2010 8:09 PM EDT up reply actions
Yes it did. To the detriment of all. The kid coulda used a few games off. He played way more hockey than he ever had before. You could tell after about 60 games or so. He hit that wall hard. Sitting him would have helped. And like they did with Stamkos, have him take notes and discuss the games with the coaching staff. But then again, they got rid of the coach that did that with Stamkos. I doubt seriously that any other coach would have been able to do it. Oates, maybe.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Winger. It must be a winger. A right winger is preferable. DO IT.
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 8, 2010 8:01 PM EDT up reply actions
Any thoughts about the Little Ball of Hate joining the scouting crew?
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 8, 2010 8:02 PM EDT reply actions
Wonder if he will live up to that nickname in the role? No christmas cards? No flowers? No kindness to strangers…
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
Ask Glenn Healy. He’s the one who gave Verbeek that name. So I’d think he’d be the best one to ask.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions
Is he coming on board as the head scout or just another scout?
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Pro Scout
There would be a lot of drama if he was replacing Malone outright as head scout
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
The last thing I want to see this season is more drama. Unless it’s the Lightning clinching a playoff spot. THAT kind of drama I would welcome.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Wouldn’t that be nice? Playoffs. It’s like a magical fairy land or something.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions
yeah. My dream season, actually. Sad that my standards have lowered so much, isn’t it?
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Well, as you’ve said, you’ve got to start somewhere.
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 8, 2010 8:12 PM EDT up reply actions
True, true. Just label me “cautiously optimistic” for now.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:13 PM EDT up reply actions
Ryan could ask for a trade, if that were to happen. Not that they could move him. Well, probably.
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 8, 2010 8:08 PM EDT up reply actions
I was doing some research on a story
…Do the Portland Winterhawks have a rep for having prospects from the team turn out to be NHL busts? I read this and… Well, the player in question was indeed a bust. But I want to know if you ladies (or anyone else) had heard this before.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
I have not, but then again, I’m not very familiar with that team and the players they’ve sent out. Or up.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:14 PM EDT up reply actions
No, no, no. Plenty of Winterhawks have gone on to play in the NHL. Why do you think that?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Portland Winterhawks NHL Alums
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:16 PM EDT up reply actions
Sigh…I miss Adam Deadmarsh and Lonny Bohonos.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Useless Fact…I used to work with Bohonos’ uncle.
Please allow me to adjust my pants, so that I may dance the good time dance, and lead the onlookers and innocent bystanders into a trance.
Yeah, I have a couple of weird connections like that myself. Like I used to know Brett Hull’s mom.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
That’s a rather impressive list of alums.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Yep. Even Mirtle’s beloved Kamloops Blazers just can’t compare in shear numbers – tho probably they’ve had more talent.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Mind if I jump in here, because that’s the first I’ve heard of that.
Please allow me to adjust my pants, so that I may dance the good time dance, and lead the onlookers and innocent bystanders into a trance.
Jump in all you want. All respectful comments are welcome. :o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Respectful is my middle name.
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Very cool.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
Welcome to the open thread.
Actually, I should profess the article I was mentioning came from 1994… They were talking abotu Jason Wiemer, who did play in the NHL but never realized his true potentail as a power forward wing with scoring nack. He lit up the WHL in 93-94… and only broke 30 points once in the NHL.
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
I usually go by games played to judge whether a player’s been a bust or not.
Please allow me to adjust my pants, so that I may dance the good time dance, and lead the onlookers and innocent bystanders into a trance.
That’s another aspect all together to talk about. Just makign the NHL is a big accomplishment. But a first round draft pick that never lives up to potential…
Wiemer stuck around a long long time, so it’s not like he never accomplished anything, but was he a worth 1st round pick?
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
Wiemer was great in junior. I know because I used to watch him play. Portland was my third favorite team in the WHL after Tacoma (now Kelowna) and Kamloops.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Not a full article, I was researching 1994 and specifically Wiemer at the time:
http://pqasb.pqarchiver.com/newsday/access/101821683.html?dids=101821683:101821683&FMT=ABS&FMTS=ABS:FT&type=current&date=Jun+28,1994&author=ByJim+Smith.+STAFF+WRITER&pub=Newsday+(Combined+editions)&desc=Isles+Look+To+Move+Up+12th+pick+won’t+bring+much&pqatl=google
"Seen Cincuenta" -- 04.10.10 -- Raw Charge.
With any team that sends that many players on to the NHL there’s bound to be a lemon or two in the basket. But I’d say a good number of those guys did just fine (or are still doing just fine) in their careers.
I have come to a conclusion... Martin St Louis = waterbug on meth...
by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Jim Playfair is the greatest Winterhawks alum ever.
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:19 PM EDT up reply actions
Cam Neely might argue with you.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:20 PM EDT up reply actions
I know Neely’s an alum there, but he never went nuts like Playfair did.
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:21 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m not sure that “going nuts” qualifies as the greatest alum ever. That’s one of those subjective things. But then again, Playfair’s career was cut short by chronic back injuries. So no telling what he’d have done if he’d stayed healthy too.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
I guess the same could be said about players who never panned out in the NHL (see: Peter Lee)
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions
OHL’s all-time leading scorer?
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Is he? I know he had the record for most goals in a season (before Tavares “Broke” it) He had like 2 30 goal seasons in the NHL, but eventually left to play in Europe. Had
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions
No, I just checked. Lee had 81 goals one season, so maybe that’s the record. Looking at the all-time scoring leaders, Stan Drulia’s name is there. Didn’t he once play with the Lightening?
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Maybe it was most goals for an 18 year old?
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Hmm....
Tavares had 72 in 2006-07 when he was 16, but it was technically his second season because of his underage exemption status. He had 45 goals in 65 games the previous year.
Lee’s was as a 19-year old until January, 20-year old after, and in the previous incarnation of the OHL (the OHA). He was an Ottawa 67. Cool!
Gretzky had 70 goals in his rookie season, when he was 16 until January 26, when he turned 17. I also just learned he played 5 games with Peterborough the year before, which is kinda neat if you’re from Ontario.
Godden was 19 when he got his absurd number of goals.
I think it’s the 16-year old record people are referring to. It sounds familiar.
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Lee was a draft pick of the Habs, but played for Pittsburgh (think he was traded there)
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Are we talking Jim or Larry?
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wait, did Larry have a crazy meltdown as well?
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Sorry. I was discussing Jim Playfair.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions
Well. shoot. Can’t keep my Playfairs apart. I was looking at Jim Playfair’s stats and calling him Larry. Or vice versa….
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:26 PM EDT up reply actions
So might Mark Messier.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:23 PM EDT up reply actions
Another Useless Fact…I live in Cam Neely’s hometown.
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I know that’s in BC somewhere. I grew up in Washington State. Went to college in Bellingham, too.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:27 PM EDT up reply actions
It’s on Vancouver Island, Cassie.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:28 PM EDT up reply actions
Same place Ty Wishart is from.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Sorry, TB, Maple Ridge is about 50 kms to the east of Vancouver.
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Where did Maple Ridge come in? Sorry, I missed that one.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:31 PM EDT up reply actions
I thought we were on the subject of Cam Neely’s hometown.
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Neely is from Comox, BC.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Or at least that’s where he’s listed as being from.
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I think he was born in Comox, but grew up in Maple Ridge.
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That makes sense. He’s listed as having Comox as his hometown.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:36 PM EDT up reply actions
That was probably just where he was born, not where he grew up.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Just depends on your definition of “hometown”. To me that’s where you were born. My hometown is Monroe NC, but I grew up in Lancaster, SC. Never lived in Monroe, actually, just born there. But technically I’m “North Carolinian” by birth.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I consider where you went to school and/or have the most memories of as your hometown. I went to school in Shelton, grew up in Allyn, but all of my family was in Tacoma. So I sort of claim the whole area. If pressed, I’ll go with Allyn, where I lived.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:43 PM EDT up reply actions
If I have to be definitive, I use Ottawa
Born there, raised there, etc. But I also had a bedroom and a home in Colorado where my dad lived. Depending on the situation, I’ll call either one home.
But usually I just mean Ottawa.
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Oh, I know where Maple Ridge is. I just wasn’t sure what town he was from, that’s all.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions
The local arena is named after him.
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Of course it is.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Yeah. You and I tweeted during one of the SCF games. Maple Ridge, BC, also the home of Larry Walker, Andrew Ladd and Brendan Morrison is from the next town over.
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What’s your Twitter handle?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Just drop the 41.
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Oh, okay. :o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Insert Abbotsford Heat spazz video from this years playoffs HERE.
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To start discussion, say something controversial from here on out. :) j/k
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We never have junior hockey discussions. This is new and exciting! Thanks, John. :o)
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:25 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m just happy to talk hockey with someone. Two days between games is nuts. And NM is pretty quiet these days.
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usually we have an number of people from BC in here. Vancouver fans/residents. So you actually fit right in.
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Only person from Toronto here (i think). I feel kinda special
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Hiya Ryan! Long time, no see!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:34 PM EDT up reply actions
You’re in BC though, but you come from Ontario. What’s up anyways?
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:35 PM EDT up reply actions
Living in BC is a minor detail
I’m from west of Scotiabank Place, which is already stupidly far west of the city of Ottawa.
And hey, all.
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Hey, Ryan! Good to see you, man.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Meh, not a lot. How are things with you?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:39 PM EDT up reply actions
We need to get you on Su and my radio show. Did you download the podcast and listen to Alix? She was great.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions
I didn't know you podcasted it!
I know she was on it. Heard about the interview, but obviously haven’t heard it.
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Oh yeah. All of the broadcasts are podcasted. I think THIS is the link for it.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:47 PM EDT up reply actions
She’s on about half an hour in, I think.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:49 PM EDT up reply actions
Thanks. Bookmarked for later.
It’s a shame you’re not on iTunes. A nice syndication feed would make it easier.
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Yeah, we’ll see how it goes.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:53 PM EDT up reply actions
agreed. i keep trying to auto-download it.
by Meredith Qualls on Jun 8, 2010 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions
OK, so the big question
Who has it tomorrow? ’Hawks or Flyers?
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Hawks. I just don’t want the Flyers and their grubby Paws on the cup (Especially Carcillo and Richards)
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:41 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
I’m against Chewbacca and the Wookies myself too.
Go ’Hawks.
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Flyers. We're going on another 3-day break.
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So far, the home team has won every game, so I’m going with the Flyers.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
I hope the ’Hawks finish them off. I hate the Flyers. Actually I just hate all sports teams from Philadelphia.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Tough call, because the Flyers are an all-time hate, whereas the Hawks have only recently showed up on my scope of loathing. I’ve found myself actually pulling for the Flyers. So, go Flyers.
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Leighton startign for the Flyers
Nolan pitched the idea of signing him in the off-season as a backup
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If they get rid of Smith, maybe.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:50 PM EDT up reply actions
You only need Niitty for six games a year
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Yeah, but only six are guaranteed wins
I hope he beats the Thrashers in the first game next year. Guy is tied for longest active unbeaten streak against a single team with Chris Osgood, who amusingly keeps beating Tampa.
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Hopefully the last for a while. Hi, Meredith!
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:44 PM EDT up reply actions
Hi Meredith!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:46 PM EDT up reply actions
So, assuming nothing happens to stop the Boucher signing...
….where is Kevin Dineen going to end up?
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New Jersey?
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:54 PM EDT up reply actions
Dudley is going with retreads with whoever he hires but wouldn’t it be interesting if he went to Atlanta?
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I think it’s going to be Haviland or Carbonneau. Haviland because Lou seemed intent on getting him (he’s waiting for the SCF to end), and Carbonneau because of his relationship with Langenbrunner
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Atlanta.
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions
And on a different note
How many of you heard aobut SB Nation launching regional hubs?
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I was at a launch last night. :oD
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:56 PM EDT up reply actions
is the DC hub sports related as well?
by Meredith Qualls on Jun 8, 2010 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions
And Cassie? How many would you guess were in attendance at the DC Meet up?
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Ummm…probably around 100-150, I think. I’m kind of a poor judge of that kind of thing, tho.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions
Lurker! Yeah, it was. Tho I wasn’t very impressed by the hub manager, I have to admit. Email me later, and I’ll give you more details, if you want them.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 9:02 PM EDT up reply actions
Read about it recently. Don’t think it effects those of us across the border.
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I think they might have a SBNation Toronto (because of the Jays and Raptors). Though i’m probably not going to read unless Eyebleaf is writing there
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 8:58 PM EDT up reply actions
I caught part of an interview with him on Sportsnet today or yesterday. What an oddysey.I don’t care much for baseball, but I would love to do a roadtrip like that.
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I’d want to do a road trip like that except with Hockey instead. Only problem is I probalby can’t do it right now
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:04 PM EDT up reply actions
You don’t want to drive across the Plains/Prairies in the middle of winter. I’ve done it. It’s not fun.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 9:05 PM EDT up reply actions
Ever wonder why Canada’s heartland is called the Prairies, and in the US it’s called the Plains?
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English versus Scottish settlers? Tho, much of the US Plains were settled by people of German and Scandinavian descent. I’ve wondered that, too, and have always meant to look that up.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 9:09 PM EDT up reply actions
I think most of the people settling in the Prairies were Ukrainian. They got offered cheap land, IIRC.
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Probably why i’d take the Bus instead of driving
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:08 PM EDT up reply actions
I doubt seriously that I’ll be close enough to any of the meet ups to go.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions
There’s one going on in Seattle. Not sure if they’ll cover the region or just the town, tho.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 8:59 PM EDT up reply actions
All Twitter seems to be abuzz about Steven Strasburg’s debut tonight, if anyone’s interested.
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I’ve been fed updates on that one. I have Rays/Jays on here.
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As a Jays fan, I’m not too happy about the outcome of the game
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Or the season.
Sorry, I couldn’t help myself. ;)
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4th in the east sounds about right
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions
I live in Virginia, and that’s all I’ve been hearing about for the past week and a half.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 9:05 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m so over that one. He’s a pitcher. He’ll work once every 5 days. Big deal.
And I am not a Nats fan either.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:09 PM EDT up reply actions
The Nats have yet to have a franchise player. He’s sort of their Vinny.
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Every teams needs one. I just get sick and tired of all the hype that accompanies him/them.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:11 PM EDT up reply actions
Think Stamkos is on his way to replacing Lacavalier?
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Eventually. Probably not any time soon, tho.
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by Cassie McClellan on Jun 8, 2010 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
He might in time. But he has a long way to go to do that.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
Really? 50 goal season, and think of the return you could possibly get in return for Vinny.
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With his cap hit? You think he still would get a gangbuster return? And a NMC on top of that?
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I always hear how Montreal would love to get him. Capwise, you’re right, it is just a pipe dream.
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Canadien fans have been pissing and moaning about getting Vinny since he came out of Rimouski 11 yrs ago. They have this level of denial thing going on.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:21 PM EDT up reply actions
In realistic terms, the Habs don’t have wht it takes — besides the fans desire. And from taped comments by Lecavalier, it doesn’t sound like he likes the idea of playing in Montreal. He said he hated the Habs.
…but it’s also worth noting that video has disappeared from the web.
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At least it’s documented in Meredith’s blog! LOL
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Not interested in trading Vinny. Now I’m sure if the right deal comes along, they wouldn’t hesitate to ask VL to waive the deal, but Vinny has made it very plain that he enjoys Tampa and playing there. That kinda makes trade talk a non starter.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m starting to get the feeling that a lot of players like playing in markets where the fans aren’t as rabid, no dis at Tampa. Not having your every move scrutinized, being able to get away from the rink with the family, that kind of thing.
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I imagine that has a lot to do with it actually. Especially for the French Canadian players in Montreal. That’s why a lot of them DON’T want to play for the Canadiens. It’s a fishbowl.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:24 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm sure Tanguay didn't have many nice things to say about it, either.
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“He was faking his injury to stay out of the playoffs!”
How ridiculous.
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Not that direct quote
But it was implied Tanguay faked his shoulder injury keepign him out of the Habs/B’s series in ’09
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They smartened up and started not signing French Canadians
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:29 PM EDT up reply actions
And as Sarah Palin taught us, Alaska is neither Canadian or Russian
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Zing!
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions
Which in turn infuriates the fan base…“Why didn’t they sign so and so” kind of thing. Quite a cycle.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:30 PM EDT up reply actions
I want to cite Fredrik Modin here. He got out of Toronto and lit it up in Tampa, realizing his potential. Why? Less scrutiny.
You go to Montreal and everything is questioned, and some people make stuff up in order to villify you for costing the team a win. It gets so ridiculous.
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So true. The NHL is pretty much the only game in town, outside of Toronto. The Canucks make headlines all summer.
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Often when they shouldn't.
Slow news month here. I’m talking to you, Tom Gallagher.
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by Ryan Classic on Jun 8, 2010 9:47 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
If you mean Tony, yeah, he does offer up some eccentric views.
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Right, Tony.
I live here, I just don’t read the papers. And with him writing, good reason.
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I thought you lived out this way. I think that tells me I spend too much time in these forums.
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Yep. Live in the south of Vancouver.
But not a Canucks fan. I don’t dislike the team, they’re just not mine.
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Please tell me it’s not Marpole.
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It is.
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by Ryan Classic on Jun 8, 2010 10:08 PM EDT up reply actions
Ahhhh, I work at YVR. A lot of my co-workers live there. Hudson’s Landing your local?
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Sadly.
They finally figured out HDTV a couple months ago, but then they broke it again. So clueless.
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by Ryan Classic on Jun 8, 2010 10:16 PM EDT up reply actions
I go in there once in a blue moon, mostly for retirement functions. I prefer the Flying Beaver, myself.
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Where is that one?
There’s a strange ratio of boxing/martial arts to pubs here, something like 5:1.
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by Ryan Classic on Jun 8, 2010 10:23 PM EDT up reply actions
It’s on Inglis Drive. If you’re heading toward the 2 Road bridge on Russ Baker Way, you turn right at the last light, then just follow the road. Great place to take a date and watch the sunset.
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Cars aren’t exactly cheap around here so I can’t drive there, but good to know. I’m not going to forget a name like Flying Beaver.
Seriously, what a name.
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by Ryan Classic on Jun 8, 2010 10:30 PM EDT up reply actions
I kinda agree. Imagine if Rolston wasn’t a Devil. He’d be ripped apart for not performing like a guy who’s being paid $5 mil a year
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Stamkos, play wise? Yes. Engraved on t he community psyche? No. Vinny is bigger in that sense. Stamkos hasn’t made that mark to me. Showing a commitment here. Yzerman wants to sign him and all that, but… He’’s got a ways to go to really stand on top of the team and in the minds of the fans.
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Play wise it will take time. He’s had one very good year. He’s got to go out and do it consistently for me to consider him a challenger to Vinny.
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions
Alrighty, I think I’m going to go. Remember, we have an open thread going on Tuesday nights at 7:30 pm Eastern. So hopefully I’ll see you guys next week. Later!
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 8, 2010 9:14 PM EDT reply actions
Goodnight Cassie!
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:15 PM EDT up reply actions
I’m probably going to consider visiting these open threads more often.
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:19 PM EDT up reply actions
We’re open to all discussion. I know some of the other communities are more cold regarding opposing team fans coming in… Not here.
Just keep it civil and it’s all good. :-)
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I just tend to stay away from the communities that don’t like Devils fans. Or teams i’m not fond of
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:22 PM EDT up reply actions
ESPN (now granted look at the source, but still....)
is Calling Michel Therrien the “favorite” to go to NJ Devils.
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Yes, and “they” are still saying it. But then again, the Boucher thing came out of nowhere too, so …
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:17 PM EDT up reply actions
There’s nothing. John Fischer hasn’t found anything about Therrien and the Devils from any of the credible Devils beat writers. If Gulitti or Chere said something, i’d consider listening
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:20 PM EDT up reply actions
Who would you like, Weed, although I get the idea I’ve asked you the same question somewhere else?
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I’m partial to Carbonneau. He knows how to run an offense, and more importantly, he has a relatively good relationship with Langenbrunner (the relationship b/w Langs and Lemaire was pretty much strained after Lemaire decided to rest him). Considering that most of the fanbase has called for Langenbrunner to be stripped of the captaincy in favour of Parise because of the recent events, I think getting a coach who’’d be partial to Langs would probably help him(if he’s stripped or not stripped of the C).
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions
Is that Langenbrunner being too sensitive, or Lemaire being a dick?
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The former. Langenbrunner wanted to play in all 82 games (he played in 81), but didn’t get to because of that rest period. He was also offended because Lemaire wanted to let Colin White wear the “C” for that one game too (White instead wore an “A” because he knew it was Langenbrunner’s “C”)
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:44 PM EDT up reply actions
He’s an older player. What’s the big deal between 81 or 82 games? Contract bonus? One would think he could use the rest before the playoffs.
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Also Lemaire was being an absolute dick.
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Langenbrunner was being one too in his own right. The Captain is the leader in the locker room and on the ice, but the Coach is the one who calls the shots. Langenbrunner should not have been such a Diva over this, it’s not like he’s the star player or anything (or makes money he doesn’t deserve)
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:51 PM EDT up reply actions
You don’t think Lou would like Hitchcock to be coach?
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No. I’m sure Lemaire knows Hitchcock’s game isn’t meant for the “New NHL”
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:55 PM EDT up reply actions
This was probably covered already, but do you have a preference for the new coach?
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Carbonneau. I’ve mentioned it like 3 times in this thread already
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:54 PM EDT up reply actions
What, we’re supposed to memorize this whole post? Is there a test? ;)
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Perhaps…
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:58 PM EDT up reply actions
OK Folks, I am checking out
I’m distracted here or I would be throwing out more conversation points.
The thread is going to remain open but I’m departing the conversation. Thanks to everyone who showed up. We’ll do this again next week. And keep an eye out for an open thread tied to the Boucher introduction press conference. if it ever happens.
Goodnight.
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Goodnight John!
I’m checking out as well. Work tomorrow and as we all know 0445HRS comes awfully early in the morning. Time for bed.
Goodnight all!
Enjoyed the chat with the new folks! Come on back and see us again anytime! We don’t bite! (well, maybe, but at least we got all our shots) ;)
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:38 PM EDT up reply actions
G’night. Nice talkin with you, Cassie and TB hockey fan and everyone else here.
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:39 PM EDT up reply actions
Since my name doesn’t show up anywhere like John and Cassie’s, just so you know who I really am…my name’s Tina. (in case you wondered).
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by Tina Robinson on Jun 8, 2010 9:40 PM EDT up reply actions
I’ll keep that in mind. Alot of the blogs I visit i just call people by their usernames, even though I actually know their names (see: Hildymac)
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by Kevin Sellathamby on Jun 8, 2010 9:42 PM EDT up reply actions
Well i’m gonna be callin it a night (sorta). Had a good time here
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