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05-02-2012, 11:41 AM
Yea they have a responsibility, but what, they're suppose to have the skates on 24/7. No matter how important something is, downtime is needed.
And again, who says they are partying?? Where's they news stories about it?
Looking at what time it is, I would say you're at work, but, you're on the internet fucking off. I am wrong? Don't you owe it to the one's paying your check to give them all of your time when you should be working.
Again it's their downtime, if out getting totally shitfaced, then a problem.
And again, who says they are partying?? Where's they news stories about it?
Looking at what time it is, I would say you're at work, but, you're on the internet fucking off. I am wrong? Don't you owe it to the one's paying your check to give them all of your time when you should be working.
Again it's their downtime, if out getting totally shitfaced, then a problem.
05-02-2012, 11:52 AM
I am my boss and an insomniac. I finished everything I needed to do at 4am (that could be done until the rest of the world got up) and am now waiting for them.
I get your point but professional athletes trade getting millions, adulation and the promise of becoming champions for a social life again IMHO.
*EDIT*
Seeing as you assumed I am "stealing" from my employer, I'll lob that volley back atcha. What about you?
I get your point but professional athletes trade getting millions, adulation and the promise of becoming champions for a social life again IMHO.
*EDIT*
Seeing as you assumed I am "stealing" from my employer, I'll lob that volley back atcha. What about you?
05-02-2012, 12:10 PM
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Being out at 4am isn't really a big deal. They don't have a 7to3 job or even a 9to5 job. They play at 7 or 8 at night. They might have to be there four hours before game time.
Being out getting plowed is something else, but not just being out at a bar, hell it's the only thing open.
Being out getting plowed is something else, but not just being out at a bar, hell it's the only thing open.
05-02-2012, 12:19 PM
05-02-2012, 12:32 PM
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05-02-2012, 12:36 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
05-02-2012, 12:48 PM
05-02-2012, 01:39 PM
2008 Acura TL
They have a responsibility to the team to be focused on the playoffs and not be f*cking off (imho) at any time during the season. they get millions for 6 months a year.
If I had the opportunity to be in their shoes all I would do 24/7 180 days a year would be related to being the best I can be. They can party all summer long if they like AFTER the season ends.
IMHO.
If I had the opportunity to be in their shoes all I would do 24/7 180 days a year would be related to being the best I can be. They can party all summer long if they like AFTER the season ends.
IMHO.
05-02-2012, 01:40 PM
2008 Acura TL
http://www.thestar.com/sports/hockey...-feeling-great
“If you’re not healthy the most important thing when the season is over (is to get ready for next season). Players can’t afford to be healing in the summer,” he said. “You’ve got to be getting stronger and preparing for the next year. The summers are not for relaxation to the point that you don’t work.” ~ Gary "MF-ing" Roberts
05-02-2012, 03:00 PM
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Being out at 4am isn't really a big deal. They don't have a 7to3 job or even a 9to5 job. They play at 7 or 8 at night. They might have to be there four hours before game time.
Being out getting plowed is something else, but not just being out at a bar, hell it's the only thing open.
Being out getting plowed is something else, but not just being out at a bar, hell it's the only thing open.
05-02-2012, 03:17 PM
2008 Acura TL
yup. game day skates are usually in the mornings, too. they just can't sleep til 4pm roll out of bed and show up for warmups. c'mon man. didn't you watch ANY of the NHL:36 ?
05-02-2012, 03:23 PM
During the playoffs IMHO players need to be 100% focused on things that will help the team.
After the season ends if they are so inclined I could care less what they do.
Obviously they ought to keep up their regimen in the event they want to be successful next year but that is what preseason is for seeing who deserves to be on the team.
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Opinions can't be wrong, they can only be stupid.
lol :P
05-02-2012, 04:16 PM
I feel the need...
domcha, just got the official letter for the winter classic, its only 35 gizzle for a suite.
Let me know if you and whiskers want to ante up. Would be nice to go, but the chance of me sliding that thru my expense report is slim to none. If I was confident that your club was going to be competitive, would take it down and flip it for a nice profit, but its hard to get anyone amped up about an event that's eight months away.
05-02-2012, 04:48 PM
The sizzle in the Steak
05-02-2012, 09:15 PM
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Preds are playing like the Preds tonight.
05-02-2012, 09:17 PM
Apparently it is a big deal because they have been suspended by their team for a playoff game they desperately need to win. The other issue is that they don't have a normal 9-5 job, they are under contract and have to follow team rules. If the team rule is be in the hotel before curfew then they broke a team rule. On top of that and they get paid 6 or 7 figure salaries, even more reason to follow the rules laid out by your bosses.
05-02-2012, 09:43 PM
This game is going to be the end of me.
GAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
GAAAAAAAAAAAAAA
05-02-2012, 10:19 PM
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05-02-2012, 10:24 PM
Only completely.
05-02-2012, 10:29 PM
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05-02-2012, 10:41 PM
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Oh look...Preds sit the two divas and they win. Nice and gutsy call by Trotz.
05-02-2012, 10:44 PM
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Did a Ranger just make a save against a Ranger...? 
05-02-2012, 10:56 PM
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@ that PK for the Caps...they looked like they were skating in molasses. That was 4 very tired Capitals.
05-02-2012, 11:13 PM
Game needs a new stat.
SBP
Saves By Post.
SBP
Saves By Post.
05-02-2012, 11:14 PM
Gaborik!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Finally!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Finally!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
05-02-2012, 11:29 PM
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What a marathon game.
05-03-2012, 06:53 AM
It certainly was. I was and am totally drained. Can't imagine how the teams feel.
I never cease to be amazed at the things announcers say. Doc said nearing the end something like, surprisingly people are not leaving to go home and watch on tv.
Who would leave a game like that?
I never cease to be amazed at the things announcers say. Doc said nearing the end something like, surprisingly people are not leaving to go home and watch on tv.
Who would leave a game like that?
05-03-2012, 08:03 AM
Niner Faithful
It certainly was. I was and am totally drained. Can't imagine how the teams feel.
I never cease to be amazed at the things announcers say. Doc said nearing the end something like, surprisingly people are not leaving to go home and watch on tv.
Who would leave a game like that?
I never cease to be amazed at the things announcers say. Doc said nearing the end something like, surprisingly people are not leaving to go home and watch on tv.
Who would leave a game like that?
Paying for it now (thankful for the extra large Dunkin Doughnuts coffee)
05-03-2012, 08:09 AM
Walked out of my house with slippers on...realized once I got in the car that it feels funny pressing on the pedal. Went back home to put on my shoes. Great game
Need sleep. Now. Please.
Need sleep. Now. Please.
05-03-2012, 08:31 AM
Yup. Boyle was certainly kicking himself for that block. Hopefully Torts was not too mad, he does have a strict shot blocking policy!
I hear you. I am an insomniac. I am usually asleep at 9pst. I was up until after 11 and slept in till 4.
I feel like I was on a bender.
I hear you. I am an insomniac. I am usually asleep at 9pst. I was up until after 11 and slept in till 4.
I feel like I was on a bender.
05-03-2012, 09:44 AM
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It certainly was. I was and am totally drained. Can't imagine how the teams feel.
I never cease to be amazed at the things announcers say. Doc said nearing the end something like, surprisingly people are not leaving to go home and watch on tv.
Who would leave a game like that?
I never cease to be amazed at the things announcers say. Doc said nearing the end something like, surprisingly people are not leaving to go home and watch on tv.
Who would leave a game like that?
05-03-2012, 09:56 AM
Niner Faithful
haha - I've walked out of the house without socks before. It was winter time and I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold
05-03-2012, 10:00 AM
05-03-2012, 10:21 AM
Was a nice game, but I remember games played later years ago.
This is what happens when you go to 3OT and the dogs get pissed that you lost by one goal.
This is what Karl Alzner came home to...
This is what happens when you go to 3OT and the dogs get pissed that you lost by one goal.
This is what Karl Alzner came home to...
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05-03-2012, 11:50 AM
The sizzle in the Steak
Aww the beauty of watching 3 OT games on the west coast.
Game is over by 9:30....no worries. :wink:
Game is over by 9:30....no worries. :wink:
05-03-2012, 12:14 PM
Still sucks having to be up by 10am to watch a 1pm east coast football game.
05-03-2012, 12:39 PM
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I can't ever recall being so disinterested in the playoffs.
domcha, just got the official letter for the winter classic, its only 35 gizzle for a suite.
Let me know if you and whiskers want to ante up. Would be nice to go, but the chance of me sliding that thru my expense report is slim to none. If I was confident that your club was going to be competitive, would take it down and flip it for a nice profit, but its hard to get anyone amped up about an event that's eight months away.
Let me know if you and whiskers want to ante up. Would be nice to go, but the chance of me sliding that thru my expense report is slim to none. If I was confident that your club was going to be competitive, would take it down and flip it for a nice profit, but its hard to get anyone amped up about an event that's eight months away.
Don't be tight! Get the suite and you can get all the AZ Hockey Talk peeps in there. Nothing like a day of hearing Moog and Yumchah going back and forth about name brand goaltending. Although I'll never make it since the Odyssey would break down on the drive.
05-03-2012, 12:39 PM
Niner Faithful
05-03-2012, 12:56 PM
You're ruining hockey!
lol
05-03-2012, 01:26 PM