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Hockey: News and Discussion Thread
06-29-2011, 04:04 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
^^ Yea, but he has the stank of being a Duck all over him.....and one can never wash that off.
06-29-2011, 04:49 PM
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So, who ordered the Amstel?
So, which Bruin ordered the Amstel Light?
June 28, 2011|By Steve Silva, Boston.com Staff, Globe Staff
Remember the big Bruins bar tab from the infamous celebration party at Foxwoods? Now the marketing folks at Amstel Light want to know which player ordered the lone bottle of Amstel at Shrine nightclub that night.
The Stanley Cup champs racked up a four-hour bar tab that according to the nightclub totaled $156,679.74, and included the now-famous gift of a $100,000.00 bottle of "Midas" champagne in addition to adult beverages like 35 Jager Bombs, three bottles of Captain Morgan, nine bottles of Goose MG, and136 Bud Lights.
There was also one mystery order for an Amstel Light and now the company wants to know which player has "great taste in light beer" so they can reward him with a supply of Amstel Light for his 4th-of-July or Canadian Independence Day party.
On CSNNE's Sports Tonight, Bruins enforcer Shawn Thornton was asked who may have ordered the Amstel Light.
"I really wish I knew," Thornton said. "I don't think anyone on our team drinks Amstel Light." Thornton went on to say that he's going with Shane Hnidy as the Amstel Light lover.
So will someone reveal himself and claim his prize? Stay tuned as the Bruins Stanley Cup adventures continue.
June 28, 2011|By Steve Silva, Boston.com Staff, Globe Staff
Remember the big Bruins bar tab from the infamous celebration party at Foxwoods? Now the marketing folks at Amstel Light want to know which player ordered the lone bottle of Amstel at Shrine nightclub that night.
The Stanley Cup champs racked up a four-hour bar tab that according to the nightclub totaled $156,679.74, and included the now-famous gift of a $100,000.00 bottle of "Midas" champagne in addition to adult beverages like 35 Jager Bombs, three bottles of Captain Morgan, nine bottles of Goose MG, and136 Bud Lights.
There was also one mystery order for an Amstel Light and now the company wants to know which player has "great taste in light beer" so they can reward him with a supply of Amstel Light for his 4th-of-July or Canadian Independence Day party.
On CSNNE's Sports Tonight, Bruins enforcer Shawn Thornton was asked who may have ordered the Amstel Light.
"I really wish I knew," Thornton said. "I don't think anyone on our team drinks Amstel Light." Thornton went on to say that he's going with Shane Hnidy as the Amstel Light lover.
So will someone reveal himself and claim his prize? Stay tuned as the Bruins Stanley Cup adventures continue.
06-29-2011, 05:43 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
Kaberle, Krejci, Seidenberg, Chara....hmmmm.......any of these boys really going to have a big U.S. or Canada independence day celebration 
06-29-2011, 07:57 PM
Trolling Canuckistan
06-30-2011, 01:18 PM
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Waldorf must be too busy hucking tomatoes at the theatre showing TF3...
There could be yet another twist in the trade that sent Ryan Smyth from the Los Angeles Kings back to the Edmonton Oilers. a
The trade was initially held up because Gilbert Brule, who the Oilers were originally sending to the Kings in the deal, was injured and therefore unable to be bought out upon completion of the trade.
Forward Colin Fraser was included instead, but sources tell TSN that there are now concerns being raised about his health and the ability of a buyout to be executed on his contract.
The Kings could petition the league to void the deal, but if that move was successful, they would have Smyth's contract back on their books, limiting any moves they can make in free agency.
The trade was initially held up because Gilbert Brule, who the Oilers were originally sending to the Kings in the deal, was injured and therefore unable to be bought out upon completion of the trade.
Forward Colin Fraser was included instead, but sources tell TSN that there are now concerns being raised about his health and the ability of a buyout to be executed on his contract.
The Kings could petition the league to void the deal, but if that move was successful, they would have Smyth's contract back on their books, limiting any moves they can make in free agency.
06-30-2011, 01:28 PM
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Heard about that early this morning....
meh....Tambellini is still a scummy used car salesman.....and the Oilers team doctor is "Dr. Nick"
What the Kings "get" in return was really meaningless.....the point was to dump Smyth's salary on a sucker team.
meh....Tambellini is still a scummy used car salesman.....and the Oilers team doctor is "Dr. Nick" What the Kings "get" in return was really meaningless.....the point was to dump Smyth's salary on a sucker team.
06-30-2011, 01:30 PM
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"Juicy" Jokinen resigns with Canes
http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=370473
http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/story/?id=370473
06-30-2011, 02:15 PM
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Don't doubt Poo!
I would NOT mind Toronto making an offer for Stamko's and losing 4 first rounders. IMO Stamkos is worth it. He's from juts outside T.O. A man can dream 
@ Richards. I really hope he doesn't end up in Toronto. Most are saying Tampa or NY. No idea how he ends in in Tampa though. 
Not with Lec, St.Louis and Malone already making 20 mill combined.
Still waiting for that Poo Maple Leaf mega deal to come to fruition.
Then my Leaf source called me back and while they wouldn't deny Parise, they also wouldn't deny Stamkos or Richards...
Tonight, as I write this I do believe Richards will end up in Toronto...that is my gut.
Tonight, as I write this I do believe Richards will end up in Toronto...that is my gut.
@ Richards. I really hope he doesn't end up in Toronto. Most are saying Tampa or NY. No idea how he ends in in Tampa though. Not with Lec, St.Louis and Malone already making 20 mill combined.Still waiting for that Poo Maple Leaf mega deal to come to fruition.
06-30-2011, 02:17 PM
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Poo gives dom "hope"! 
06-30-2011, 02:29 PM
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Don't doubt Poo!
I would NOT mind Toronto making an offer for Stamko's and losing 4 first rounders. IMO Stamkos is worth it. He's from juts outside T.O. A man can dream
@ Richards. I really hope he doesn't end up in Toronto. Most are saying Tampa or NY. No idea how he ends in in Tampa though. Not with Lec, St.Louis and Malone already making 20 mill combined.
Still waiting for that Poo Maple Leaf mega deal to come to fruition.
I would NOT mind Toronto making an offer for Stamko's and losing 4 first rounders. IMO Stamkos is worth it. He's from juts outside T.O. A man can dream
@ Richards. I really hope he doesn't end up in Toronto. Most are saying Tampa or NY. No idea how he ends in in Tampa though. Not with Lec, St.Louis and Malone already making 20 mill combined.Still waiting for that Poo Maple Leaf mega deal to come to fruition.
Still can't believe the Miami Panthers gave Kopecky $3M per year...
06-30-2011, 02:29 PM
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Hope is all a Leaf fan can ask for. 
06-30-2011, 02:32 PM
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I thought the Rangers days of spending foolishly on free agents was over? We'll see. Philly could be a player as well.
06-30-2011, 02:34 PM
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on Philly. Although, I think they are blockbustered out. 
It'll be interesting tomorrow...get ready for with the
...
06-30-2011, 02:35 PM
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06-30-2011, 02:36 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
Richards to the Flyers or Rangers...methinks
06-30-2011, 02:38 PM
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Also, McKenzie reports the Sabres to be big spenders this off-season with their new owner wanting to make a splash...
06-30-2011, 02:38 PM
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06-30-2011, 02:40 PM
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06-30-2011, 02:42 PM
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Not sure, but they keep coming up. They were at the cap, moved out 11 per year and added back 6 right? So I think they have some room....
06-30-2011, 02:44 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
06-30-2011, 02:44 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
For some reason I don't think Richards will be signed on day 1.
06-30-2011, 02:49 PM
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So, if everyone keeps saying Philly...who knows...maybe it's Buffalo or LA instead.
06-30-2011, 02:50 PM
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^^Not L.A. Deano won't throw away that much coin.
06-30-2011, 02:51 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
I can't wait for the Pens to sign Jagr 
An entire season of locker room entertainment and drama from Pens is forthcoming!!!
An entire season of locker room entertainment and drama from Pens is forthcoming!!!
06-30-2011, 02:55 PM
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06-30-2011, 02:59 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
^^ Only one guy gets outraged around here......it's this guy who believes you can throw just about anybody in goal to win a Stanley Cup......perhaps you heard of him? 
What are the Kings going to do with three 1st line centers?
If the Kings did not trade for Mike Richards....I'd be more of the line of thinking they are going for Brad.....but with Kopitar and M. Richards....there is no need for Brad.
What are the Kings going to do with three 1st line centers?
If the Kings did not trade for Mike Richards....I'd be more of the line of thinking they are going for Brad.....but with Kopitar and M. Richards....there is no need for Brad.
06-30-2011, 03:03 PM
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Wait wait wait! Eklund the Sage is saying Jeromiah Jagr is signing with the Detoilet Red Wings!
06-30-2011, 03:04 PM
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06-30-2011, 03:07 PM
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You two can't go 3 posts without arguing about something.
06-30-2011, 03:10 PM
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06-30-2011, 03:13 PM
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Tomorrow will be interesting, always enjoy the 1st of July
06-30-2011, 03:16 PM
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Report: Blackhawks sign defenseman Montador
Some much needed toughness on the blueline!
Story here: http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports...,2796089.story
And to the tune of $11M for 4 years...
:ibtcaphellrants:
06-30-2011, 03:45 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
I would have thought in general most Penguins fans would feel the same way you do.....but I dunno....it seems like he is "wanted".
06-30-2011, 03:46 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
:wink:
06-30-2011, 03:49 PM
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Most analyst's are saying he's a changed man. Much more mature. Then again he went to the KHL for the $$$ only 3 years ago. So is his head finally in the game? after all these years of it being about him?
Then again he went to the KHL for the $$$ only 3 years ago. So is his head finally in the game? after all these years of it being about him?
06-30-2011, 03:56 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
I don't think he will be able to adjust to being 2nd or 3rd fiddle to Malkin, and Crosby (
Crosby comes back and does not end up like Kariya)
06-30-2011, 04:18 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
Blasts from FA Past:
Your takes on the "overspending" of GM's.
Some highlights if you will.
Yowza!
Your takes on the "overspending" of GM's.
Some highlights if you will.
2007
Danny Briere, Flyers, 8 years, $52 million — 218 points in 260 games, one Stanley Cup Finals appearance.
Chris Drury, Rangers, 5 years, $25.25 million — 151 points in 264 games, one playoff series win, bought out in 2011.
Scott Gomez, Rangers, 7 years, $51.5 million — 128 points in 158 games, one playoff series win, traded to Canadiens in 2009.
Brian Rafalski, Red Wings, 5 years, $30 million — 204 points in 292 games, one Stanley Cup championship, retired in 2011.
Ryan Smyth, Avalanche, 5 years, $31.25 million — 96 points in 132 games, one playoff series win, traded to Kings in 2009.
Sheldon Souray, Oilers, 5 years, $27 million — 76 points in 144 games, zero playoff appearances, bought out in 2011.
2008
Sean Avery, Stars, 4 years, $15.5 million — 10 points in 23 games, zero playoff appearances, claimed off waivers by Rangers in 2009.
Brian Campbell, 8 years, $56 million — 117 points in 215 games, one Stanley Cup championship, traded to Panthers in 2011.
Pavol Demitra, Canucks, 2 years, $8 million — 69 points in 97 games, one playoff series win.
Marian Hossa, Red Wings, 1 year, $7.45 million — 71 points in 74 games, one Stanley Cup Finals appearance.
Wade Redden, 6 years, $39 million — 40 points in 156 games, zero playoff series wins, in AHL in 2010-11.
Danny Briere, Flyers, 8 years, $52 million — 218 points in 260 games, one Stanley Cup Finals appearance.
Chris Drury, Rangers, 5 years, $25.25 million — 151 points in 264 games, one playoff series win, bought out in 2011.
Scott Gomez, Rangers, 7 years, $51.5 million — 128 points in 158 games, one playoff series win, traded to Canadiens in 2009.
Brian Rafalski, Red Wings, 5 years, $30 million — 204 points in 292 games, one Stanley Cup championship, retired in 2011.
Ryan Smyth, Avalanche, 5 years, $31.25 million — 96 points in 132 games, one playoff series win, traded to Kings in 2009.
Sheldon Souray, Oilers, 5 years, $27 million — 76 points in 144 games, zero playoff appearances, bought out in 2011.
2008
Sean Avery, Stars, 4 years, $15.5 million — 10 points in 23 games, zero playoff appearances, claimed off waivers by Rangers in 2009.
Brian Campbell, 8 years, $56 million — 117 points in 215 games, one Stanley Cup championship, traded to Panthers in 2011.
Pavol Demitra, Canucks, 2 years, $8 million — 69 points in 97 games, one playoff series win.
Marian Hossa, Red Wings, 1 year, $7.45 million — 71 points in 74 games, one Stanley Cup Finals appearance.
Wade Redden, 6 years, $39 million — 40 points in 156 games, zero playoff series wins, in AHL in 2010-11.
07-01-2011, 11:07 AM
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Hey Waldorf...Darren Dreger just reported that your beloved Deano's crew is making a presentation to Richards' camp.
07-01-2011, 11:15 AM
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07-01-2011, 11:24 AM
The sizzle in the Steak
^^^ Overpay is the name of the game!