I think it’s interesting to read Tweets when there’s an announcement or development regarding the state of the lockout. Everyone is so angry, and others claim they just don’t even give a shit anymore. I’ve been there, I’ve felt…things. It’s ugly. Fans feel used, abused, powerless and defeated. When some vow never to return to … Continue reading
Pictures like this lessen the blow of the NHL lockout. It’s really hard to be upset about our players taking off to Europe when you see how much their presence means to people there, especially the kids. Did you hear that Don? THE KIDS! Europe has children who love hockey and the NHL too. Look … Continue reading
A few days ago, Viktor Stalberg announced he was leaving Frolunda HC in the Swedish Elite League (Elitserien) to go make KHL bling. The Blackhawks winger abruptly left after only a month with his former team to play in Russia and it seems the KHL team is infinitely more excited about his arrival than Stalberg … Continue reading
The Toronto Marlies organization has embraced the You Can Play project. I really admire what they do and it makes me proud that a team I support supports their mission of inclusion. I hope to see more teams from all the major leagues get on board. Check out the video Be sure to take a … Continue reading
As the title suggests, athletes can’t act well. Not even for a 30 second commercial. But it’s their inability to carry a line naturally that makes the commercials fun to watch. Here’s a look at a bunch of commercials you’ve definitely already seen because it’s the lockout and I’m bored, so why not? Continue reading
It’s day 61 of the NHL lockout (but hey, who’s keeping track?) and everyone seems to have lost their faith in the possibility of a resolution. Well hold onto that disappointment a little longer my friends because the universe has pumped the brakes. If you believe in astrology like I know you do, then you … Continue reading
Here are the 2012 Hockey Hall of Fame inductees, all posey-posey in their flashy new jackets and rings. Looking fresh, boys. You’ll notice the portraits of other Hall of Famers in the bg. Bobby, is that you I spy? Because really it could be anyone. The thing that always gets me, when I’m strolling through … Continue reading
So last week I was fortunate enough to take in one of the Subway Super Series games in Guelph. The game was sold out but I figured we’d be able to score scalper tickets at the door. I got there late in the first and had no problem getting tickets. Actually got em from this … Continue reading
In college I often referred to Jeremy Roenick as Roendick. Original, I know. This was because a) it rhymed, b) I thought he was a total jerk and c) I was too drunk to think of anything better. But time heals all wounds and over the years I’ve come to realize that just because a … Continue reading
The Attacking Zone 