Game 42: Penguins At Avalanche, Preview And Open Thread
by Joe Dunman on Jan 10, 2009 9:31 AM MST
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| Pittsburgh Penguins |
3:00 pm ET / 1:00 pm MT |
Colorado Avalanche |
| 20-18-4 | January 10, 2008 | 21-19-1 |
| 44 Points |
Pepsi Center |
43 Points |
| 10th in East |
Denver, CO |
9th in West |
The Avalanche begin the second half of the 2008-09 regular season at home today against Gary Bettman's favorite team, the Pittsburgh Penguins.
The Avalanche will also be starting the second half with two new number ones: Wojtek Wolski as the number one center and Andrew Raycroft as the number one goalie.
Wolski played center in juniors and always seemed more at home in that position considering his superb puck control and consistently good position on the ice. Since taking Paul Stastny's place between Milan Hejduk and Ryan Smyth two games ago, The Baron has scored three goals and one assist, his best multi-game output since October 16 and 18, when he scored four assists in two games. He looks at home in the center spot and will hopefully continue putting up good numbers.
For whatever reason, the Colorado Avalanche play differently in front of Raycroft than they do in front of Peter Budaj. The defense is tighter, the offense is livelier, and the team looks totally different in general. Be it weird coincidence or something deeper (maybe Budaj is a total asshole and nobody likes him), Raycroft gets full-game efforts out of his teammates. Budaj gets 20 minutes at best. Both goalies have very similar personal statistics, but Raycroft's record is now 8-1-0 while Budaj is suffering with a pathetic 13-18-1.
Some would argue that Raycroft has stolen the number one job from Budaj, or Budaj failed to keep it. But it's tough to argue it's Budaj's fault when his teammates managed only two goals in his last three starts, all of which he lost, of course. Before those three games, Budaj put in a superb showing against Nashville. Colorado won that game 5-1. Before that, Budaj beat the Detroit Red Wings in a shootout. So it's not like he's been horrible. His team abandoned him.
But whatever. If Raycroft can lead the Avalanche to more wins and a spot in the playoffs, who am I to complain? I just hope Budaj can get traded somewhere soon so he doesn't waste what could be a very good professional career in the NHL. It's becoming increasingly apparent that Colorado is probably not the best place for him.
As for the Penguins, some joker with the same last name as me over at Pensburgh, our Penguins counterpart in the SBN family, thinks he's pretty funny. His preview of today's game is full of sarcastic little digs and cheap shots.
When you root for the Penguins, you have to be a sarcastic little punk, because you don't have a lot going for you. Like the Avalanche, a team that had to rely on Tyler Arnason as their number one center for several games due to long-term injuries to Joe Sakic and Paul Stastny, the Penguins are just two games above .500.
Take into consideration for a moment that the team with two of the top three scorers in the league is currently out of the playoffs and struggling to score goals. Evgeni Malkin has 63 points in 42 games, 10 more points than both teammate Sidney Jesus Crosby and Capitals hero Alex Ovechkin, who are tied for second place. And yet, the Penguins can't win many games. Pretty sad, especially since it's now obvious that Pittsburgh blew their only chance to win the Stanley Cup last year, choking miserably to the f'ing Red Wings and then losing their big free agent (Marian Hossa) to the same team. That's just sad. Even when Gary Bettman tries to rig the playoffs for them, they still can't win.
And those two top scorers, Malkin and Crosby, may have great stats, but they're nowhere near as awesome as Ovechkin, who is far and away the best player in the NHL today. 27 goals and 26 assists in 40 games is already pretty amazing, but the guy's also got 137 hits. That's good enough for fifth in the entire league, behind only grinders like Milan Lucic, Dustin Brown and Matt Cooke.
Crosby and Malkin are nancy boys with soft hands and softer bodies. They're about as gritty as Tyler Arnason. If given the choice between their whining, crying and half-assed leadership and a badass like Ovechkin, you know who I'd pick. (See related poll on the right sidebar.)
Bring it, Pittsburgh. If the Avs lose, it's cool because Andrew Raycroft is a lousy goalie and the team sucks. You can't expect much more from them. But if Colorado wins, Pittsburgh will have lost to Raycroft and a sucky team depleted by injuries. I'd say it's a no-lose situation for the Burgundy and Blue.
Oh, and JDunman, I know where you live.
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I see that...
sarcasm and snarkiness runs in the family
Hyphens cause writers more trouble than any other form of punctuation, except perhaps commas.
by David Driscoll-Carignan on Jan 10, 2009 10:03 AM MST reply actions
Even when Gary Bettman tries to rig the playoffs for them, they still can’t win.
I know, right? And Penguins can’t even fly. That’s so pathetic.
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For the record
I love Penguins the animal, and I wish they could fly. They are super cute as are, though.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 11:32 AM MST up reply actions
After reading a bazillion headlines in Pitt papers focused around Penguins and ‘flying’ last season, I think I could go for a few “sink or swim” references instead.
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Raycroft is magical
He looks shaky and floppy in net to me…but for some reason, the Avs always (well, almost always) manage to score one more goal than he gives up.
I don't believe in Peter Budaj.
As for the Penguins, some joker with the same last name as me over at Pensburgh, our Penguins counterpart in the SBN family, thinks he’s pretty funny. His preview of today’s game is full of sarcastic little digs and cheap shots.
I know huh. I feel like I’ve been jumped off the face-off with no warning.
And losing today would feel like someone punched me in the crotch from behind, multiple times.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 10:24 AM MST reply actions
I’m not even going to try to understand the physics involved in punching someone in the crotch from behind.
Go Avs! Let's get some goals!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4wqR17KrLKw
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 11:01 AM MST up reply actions
Crosby never gets suspended.
If Chris Pronger or just about any other player pulled the cheap shit Sid pulls, they’d be suspended. This league is bullshit.
I don't believe in Peter Budaj.
by BraxtanFILM on Jan 10, 2009 12:06 PM MST up reply actions
Only when Bettman is running it……
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 12:06 PM MST up reply actions
Yes, but I haven’t voiced my opinion yet!
I don't believe in Peter Budaj.
by BraxtanFILM on Jan 10, 2009 12:09 PM MST up reply actions
After Watching That
I think Tucker for Crosby would be a good straight up trade……
In real life, can we just get orpik instead?
I blame it all on my goalie
In his case?
Absolutely.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 12:43 PM MST up reply actions
I'll admit it.
I thought it was hilarious.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 11:29 AM MST up reply actions
Regret nothing. As much as I appreciated the MHH love during the Finals, we all knew the day would come when we’d face off once again.
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At the risk of flaming the fires of the enemy
Your bro is freaking ass funny!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 11:51 AM MST reply actions
Yes, he is. Joe is taking shit for his unfinished work on the top 19 list all over the SB nation now.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 12:06 PM MST up reply actions
As well he should
effing slacker
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:22 PM MST up reply actions
I think
most of us know who they are, we just don’t know the order he’s decided on.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 12:36 PM MST up reply actions
you could write it for him
just a thought
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:42 PM MST up reply actions
Considering J’s consistency at Pensburgh, I guarantee it would be done within the month
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If its anything like his preview,
I’d rather wait for joe…. Not that I didn’t laugh…
I blame it all on my goalie
You’re right – it would probably turn into a “why these guys suck” list
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Weird reversal...
Funny, last year, it was Budaj who was winning games for us, yet he wasn’t the full-time starter (although his record earlier in the season was pretty good). This year, Raycroft isn’t the full time starter, but his record so far is pretty damn good. It’s as if the Avs are bound to have “backups” take the #1 spot, haha. I gotta say, the record can’t be ignored… If he keeps winning, keep starting him.
Go Avs!
by Mike, (Avs Fan) on Jan 10, 2009 12:05 PM MST reply actions
They didn’t call him “Redlight” Raycroft in Boston/Toronto for nothin….
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Yeah, it’s funny… he lets in a lot of goals (at least prior to the last two games) and looks really awkward in net, yet he’s winning the games.
Go Avs!
by Mike, (Avs Fan) on Jan 10, 2009 12:08 PM MST up reply actions
Brown
Oh, and Dustin Brown is hardly a grinder. He had like 30 goals last year. The guy is a bamf. I wish he played for us :(
Go Avs!
by Mike, (Avs Fan) on Jan 10, 2009 12:07 PM MST reply actions
I know we are trying to remain positive, but you do know the Pens are 1-4-(2)-1 (two ties) against the Avs since moving to Denver. Pittsburgh hasn’t won in Denver since Feb. 25, 1999. Thank heavens Raycroft is going to be in net.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
careful what you say
remember how many streak-ending games, good or bad, have the Avs been a part of this year!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:24 PM MST up reply actions
For the sake of sounding like a peacemaker (i am not – DIE AVS), it’s nice to at least talk to a fan base that grasps the sport. We had visits from Thrashers fans last week who said Crosby is a disgrace because he took a high sticking penalty. Yet if he gets sticked it’s a dive. Damned if you do, damned if you don’t
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we may get snarky
or even quite riled up, but we’re a good group who’s honest with the product CO has on the ice right now
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:25 PM MST up reply actions
A product most of us wouldn’t buy at a garage sale with the exception of a nick knack here and there?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 12:27 PM MST up reply actions
more like
one we’d buy at a garage sale, get it home and say, “why did i buy this??”
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:29 PM MST up reply actions
I'd buy Wolski at a garage sale...
……too creepy?
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 12:31 PM MST up reply actions
Excellent.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 12:36 PM MST up reply actions
More like a used puppy store. “This one here is very shy and hasn’t performed well around the others, resulting in frequent visits to the doghouse. We think he could be just right for you if you show him a little love and treat him properly, though…”
I blame it all on my goalie
but we can't gurantee
he won’t pee all over the rug
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:40 PM MST up reply actions
good one!
that movie is da bomb
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:52 PM MST up reply actions
Yep. And I’d just like to add that I’m a HUGE Pens fan as well. They are by far my 2nd favorite team, no other teams come close to the Avs and Pens. 2000-01 was the season that got me hooked on hockey and it was because of those two teams. I’ll never forget Super Mario’s comeback and the subsequent playoff run that Johan ‘The Moose’ Hedberg helped out with. That was just awesome. Not as awesome as the Avs and Roy going on to beat the damn Devils that same year though :D Looking back on it, it would have sucked if the Pens beat the Devils, then I wouldn’t have been able to cheer for either team, the SCF would’ve been really depressing for me. Even today, I hate watching Avs/Pens games, which is probably why I’m gonna watch football (someone plays today right? playoffs or something?) instead.
Go Avs!
by Mike, (Avs Fan) on Jan 10, 2009 12:31 PM MST up reply actions
Football starts
about 90 minutes after the Avs game does.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 12:32 PM MST up reply actions
Oh
Damnit. Looks like I’ll be watching after all :(
Go Avs!
by Mike, (Avs Fan) on Jan 10, 2009 12:34 PM MST up reply actions
Positivity!
Don’t think of it as watching your teams beat each other up, think of it as a situation in which you can’t lose! It’s like playing chess against yourself. You may always lose, but at least you come out a winner.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 12:39 PM MST up reply actions
okay
there is a limit to positivity, dear
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:45 PM MST up reply actions
Nope.
Not right now. “unbridled optimism” is without limits.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 12:45 PM MST up reply actions
well i will try to hang with you on that
but i’m all drugged up on meds and feel like crap so i make no promises
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:46 PM MST up reply actions
I know someone else
who has been propped up on crappy meds all week, and I managed to convince her that positivity was the way to go. You can do it, my friend.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 12:47 PM MST up reply actions
good grief
You have been having a tough time lately haven’t you
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 12:57 PM MST up reply actions
it's the same cold
just dragging on and on and moving into other parts of my body. right now it’s the gunk filling up every sinus cavity i have. got drugs to clear it all out and i kinda think they’re worse than the gunk at this point
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:59 PM MST up reply actions
"I don't like the drugs, but the drugs like me"
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:03 PM MST up reply actions
I know a NOFX song that says otherwise....
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:03 PM MST up reply actions
Hell, I know a lot of PEOPLE who say otherwise.
But I love south park and can’t resist quoting it whenever possible.
I blame it all on my goalie
Especially when the teacher loses a bag of Mary-jo-juana in the class, and then gets caught doing drugs. What a role model…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:06 PM MST up reply actions
Well the previous
Is probably the only Marylin Manson song I like….
I think I might have the NOFX song you’re talking about….I’ll have to look
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:04 PM MST up reply actions
It's called
“Drugs Are Good”
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:05 PM MST up reply actions
That's the one.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:07 PM MST up reply actions
we get everyone
cuz we freaking ass rock
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:44 PM MST up reply actions
honestly
as long as they’re cool, i think it’s great. it’s the random trolliness that bugs. and since joe does in fact know where you live, i suspect you’ll be one of the former. i have been known to be wrong tho!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 12:49 PM MST up reply actions
i have been known to be wrong tho!
Of course you have, you female.
(sorry had to be said)
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 12:59 PM MST up reply actions
unlike you, you male
who is always right (or at least us females make you think so)
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:00 PM MST up reply actions
My wife KNOWS I’m always right. And she gets to be right when she agrees with me…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:02 PM MST up reply actions
your wife is a smart lady who knows how to work you to her advantage
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:18 PM MST up reply actions
Holy crap the 6th goal was beautiful.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:03 PM MST up reply actions
Oh Wow
There’s already 83 comments and the game hasn’t started. I have some catching up to do.
Red Wings Suck
It’s like a drug, we just can’t stop (see above about drugs)
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:07 PM MST up reply actions
Soup, Tex?
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:07 PM MST up reply actions
Clam chowder, Broccoli and Cheese, or Chicken noodle
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:08 PM MST up reply actions
Soup
I’m going to have my homemade Turkey-squash.. delicious
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:14 PM MST up reply actions
That's different
Svatos just throwing a shot on net with Smyth in low
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Better his shoulder than the net, right?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:12 PM MST up reply actions
Like I said
whatever works.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:12 PM MST up reply actions
Whew
Made it up back in time…
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:13 PM MST reply actions
Just in time
for Wolski to come up with a scoring chance.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:13 PM MST up reply actions
Wolski with a steal and chance….no joy
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Post by Hensiiick
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Well
Might be the best scoring chance for him in the last 5 games.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:15 PM MST up reply actions
What!?!
Did Tyler Arnason just steal the puck from Malkin?
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:16 PM MST reply actions
Well
i’m in full on “cynicism” mode until a line other than the Royal line scores a goal or two in a win.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:18 PM MST up reply actions
Positivity!
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:19 PM MST up reply actions
SNARKY CYNACISM!!
FTW!
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:19 PM MST up reply actions
Hahaha
We’re cool.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:20 PM MST up reply actions
Cool? Daddy-O we are Frozen!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:21 PM MST up reply actions
There it is!
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:21 PM MST up reply actions
Snoopy is back in the line up…the Avs can snatch victory from the clutches of Raycroft once more.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:21 PM MST up reply actions
Nah, malkin hit him in the shin pad with it.
Arny almost turned it into an assist tho, nice play.
I blame it all on my goalie
hey hey
i’m so excited for this game, even if i accidentally end up joining you all a little late. how do the avs look? has crosby jumped anyone yet?
LOL
Hensick with the best scoring chance, Arnason showing some jump, I haven’t even seen Crosby.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:18 PM MST up reply actions
Footer's gonna be missed in this game
he could shut down crosby and malkin
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:21 PM MST reply actions
What I really want to know
Which Dunham Brother is Paul Stastny, and which one is Yan?
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:21 PM MST reply actions
gaaahhh
double post, but with a typo
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:22 PM MST up reply actions
What I really want to know
Which Dunman Brother is Paul Stastny, and which one is Yan?
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:21 PM MST reply actions
speaking of brothers
has the dupuis “controversy” been resolved? phillippe and pascal — brothers or no?
Or BBF's?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:25 PM MST up reply actions
Like a bad toilet paper.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:23 PM MST up reply actions
Eh, wot?
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:25 PM MST up reply actions
icicicicicic
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:27 PM MST up reply actions
Tucker
How many lazy passes can that man make.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:23 PM MST reply actions
How high can you count?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:24 PM MST up reply actions
Avagadro’s number
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:25 PM MST up reply actions
I must admit
raycroft has much better puck handling skills than budaj.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:24 PM MST reply actions
Okay
Stewart has some mad forechecking going on lately. Graaahhhh he’s been great to watch every night.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
Agree
Stewert has been a very bright spot on this team since his call-up
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:26 PM MST up reply actions
LOL
The interview with Granato was hilarious because Hejduk’s eyes were just so insane while he was sitting on the bench. What’s he looking at??
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
The Baron
scores!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:27 PM MST reply actions
correction
The Baron hits Smyth for a redirect and Smyth Scores!!!!!!!!!!!!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:28 PM MST up reply actions
The Baron!
GOAL
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:27 PM MST reply actions
that was a beautiful play
from the minute they hit the neutral zone
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:28 PM MST reply actions
It started with The Baron getting physical behind his own net on Malkin.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:28 PM MST up reply actions
quick
what’s the stat on wins when the Avs score first?
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:29 PM MST reply actions
gotta say
as much as i love the goal girls, snoopy rocks so much more
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:30 PM MST up reply actions
Had this talk the other day with a friend
about how things have changed from goal girls to Snoopy and our team has played so much better because of it.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:31 PM MST up reply actions
well
the Avs don’t have ice girls either. so maybe tits and ass just aren’t their thing…while playing i mean.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:32 PM MST up reply actions
Is that possible?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:33 PM MST up reply actions
i’m thinking the hot chicks may be too distracting, and their minds are on diff things
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:34 PM MST up reply actions
So is that why the management won’t let any hot blondes sit behind the net anymore.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:35 PM MST up reply actions
could be
tho they should make them sit behind raycroft (or boods) and then switch sides during the 2nd period. might as well use it to our advantage and distract the other team
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:38 PM MST up reply actions
Except then our guys play with their backs to the other team on defense….
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:39 PM MST up reply actions
stastny
At this rate, when Stastny comes back I’d almost be in favor of him centering Stewert and Jones.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:29 PM MST reply actions
I am, actually.
He’s a number 2 center, might as play him there.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:30 PM MST up reply actions
I second that motion.
All in favor?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:30 PM MST up reply actions
the royal def has some serious chemistry going on
if they stay hot, keep riding it
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:30 PM MST up reply actions
Too many men
Easy call.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:32 PM MST reply actions
Well
At least Granato put the right guy in the box.. can we leave him there?
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:32 PM MST up reply actions
Give him a big screen and popcorn and he might not come out on his own.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:33 PM MST up reply actions
Jones has some absolute wheels
and guys just don’t realize it. It’s awesome to see how quickly he gets on people.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
Fantastic PK so far
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:33 PM MST reply actions
and deceptive. such a big guy to have so much speed.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:34 PM MST up reply actions
Tie game….
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
And the PK was doing so well....
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:35 PM MST up reply actions
Wow
Well that was pretty
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:35 PM MST reply actions
Gah
You kill all but 10 seconds of the PP, and as soon as they set up, it’s in. Naturally, Haynes and McNab can now drool all over their collective nuts.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
I knew they'd score
as soon as the Altiboobs said, “and the Avs will have killed the first penalty of the game in 20 seconds.” 20 seconds is WAY too much time to say something like that.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:35 PM MST reply actions
i'm quick on the draw
better watch out
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:37 PM MST up reply actions
jinxed the penalty call, too
“So far no penalties in the game…” * whistle blows *
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:36 PM MST up reply actions
Mike needs to shut up and let peter talk more
/shakes head
Did I really just say that?
I blame it all on my goalie
Yeah he does
(Stastny still should have won the Calder)
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:40 PM MST up reply actions
Oh my god
yes he should have.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:41 PM MST up reply actions
Raycroft
has at least a 1-game pass on jokes from me based on his play last game…. unless he starts sucking it up this game. Then all bets are off (so far so good though)
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:39 PM MST up reply actions
hope you aren’t the next victim culprit
Fixed.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:40 PM MST up reply actions
Damn the Jibblewife
After she mentioned that Smytty’s eyes are really close together, every interview I see that’s all I concentrate on.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:40 PM MST reply actions
The Royal Family
all over the Pens again….
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Gah
I might have to mute the broadcast. They tempered the Crosby talk for a few minutes, but after the goal it was like the dam broke and they won’t stfu now.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
He’s so dreamy
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:41 PM MST up reply actions
But he is Hockey. You can’t talk about Hockey with out mentioning Hockey Jesus.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:41 PM MST up reply actions
The showed that graphic
about points through first 255 games of their career or some arbitrary number, and he was 100 points behind Lemieux and 200 behind Gretzky. They need to give it up.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:43 PM MST up reply actions
Ovie whines less too
that’s always a plus
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:45 PM MST up reply actions
He plays more like Forsberg. He plays a chippy physical style with all the offensive upside.
Red Wings Suck
Ovie rocks.
See vote in side bar for confirmation of my total rightness in this regard.
I blame it all on my goalie
Different era's
Goalies sucked hardcore in Gretzky’s era, and Lemieux compiled a lot of points in that era too. It’s just not a comparison because the game has changed remarkably since then.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:45 PM MST up reply actions
And Crosby
isn’t the best player on Earth like they make him out to be? He doesn’t belong on that graphic.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:46 PM MST up reply actions
I’m liking what I’m seeing of Dupuis. He’s out there skating and battling hard trying to create turnovers.
Red Wings Suck
I REALLY like Dupuis.
He plays with a ton of energy everytime he’s out there.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:42 PM MST up reply actions
Holy Crap
The Royal line (I’m not sure i’m sold on that nickname yet) is just dominating right now. They are completely unstoppable
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:44 PM MST reply actions
I don't like Royal Line
but Royal Family is kinda cool
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:45 PM MST up reply actions
I'm not sold on it
but I rarely use any nicknames for guys.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:45 PM MST up reply actions
Did anyone happen to YouTube
that segment two games ago with Boods and Svats (I think it was Svats) about being roommates?? I missed it and really want to see it.
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by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:44 PM MST reply actions
I saw it, but i don’t think it’s on YouTube
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:45 PM MST up reply actions
Quick searches
reveal no results.
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by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:47 PM MST up reply actions
WTF!?!
Why the “Don’t drink and Drive” commercial in Spanish?
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:47 PM MST reply actions
and during a HOCKEY game…just sayin.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:48 PM MST up reply actions
No kidding
Does Altitude get a large spanish viewership for hockey games. That was bizarre on multiple levels.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:49 PM MST up reply actions
You and me both, my friend.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:48 PM MST up reply actions
Oh my god.
You absolutely have no choice but to do it. If you don’t the previous night’s tomfoolery is all for naught. All you’ll have to show for it is the hangover you have right now.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:50 PM MST up reply actions
where's the sharpie when you need it??
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:50 PM MST up reply actions
Just remember
the more graphic the drawn genitalia.. the better.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:51 PM MST up reply actions
6
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:54 PM MST up reply actions
dude
it is quickly becoming unanimous. draw away!!!!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:56 PM MST up reply actions
And take pics and post them.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:56 PM MST up reply actions
Failure
One woke up with me standing over them with a marker in my hand. The ensuing ruckus caused the other two to wake up.
oh damn
i was so looking forward to pics
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:58 PM MST up reply actions
ROFL
But you need to learn how to just get them to join you drawing on the other two
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:00 PM MST up reply actions
This is getting wierd
Two of them are late for work apparently and strange arguing going on in the bathroom. I thought they had to work at 4, not 2.
lol
Uncomfortable…
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by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:09 PM MST up reply actions
Intermission story
When I was 12 or 13 i was putting together a model car and my friends came over. I fell asleep first and the painted Naitive American Warpaint on me.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:52 PM MST up reply actions
Yeah
I was notoriously the first to fall asleep. I know exactly how to scrub permanant marker off of me.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:54 PM MST up reply actions
No
just soap rinse and repeat
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:00 PM MST up reply actions
Ahahaha
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:53 PM MST up reply actions
at that same age
i was at a slumber party for a friend’s bday and fell asleep first. they dunked my bra in water and stuck it in the freezer.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:54 PM MST up reply actions
hair of the dog my friend
rely on the trusty hair of the dog
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:48 PM MST up reply actions
mmm
I didn’t have anything last night, which means I could enjoy a brew right now.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:49 PM MST up reply actions
that's precisely what i just thought
and then cracked a freshie right after
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:50 PM MST up reply actions
You got one for the dog right?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:54 PM MST up reply actions
but of course
tho i’m concerned i may be turning her into an alcoholic. she was rummaging through the empties the other day.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:55 PM MST up reply actions
My last dog was an alcoholic
And ate the “basil” everytime she could. It actually helped her a lot, as she was a neurotic shelter dog. RIP. The new dog won’t get those chances as I’m all reformed and stuff….
I blame it all on my goalie
I wish I could
I have to work after the game. Wait, when has that ever stopped me? /cracks beer….
I blame it all on my goalie
Yes
An excellent choice. I prefer Ornery Amber over PickAxe though.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:53 PM MST up reply actions
I'm a hop head
And I despise the Ornery name. They didn’t consult me. But the local ski hill has it so I drink a fair amount there. (Its called Rockhouse though in honor of one of the “warming” huts)
I blame it all on my goalie
Really
I like it a lot. I think it was clever.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:55 PM MST up reply actions
Glad somebody does. Oh well.
As long as we sell some more of it I’m happy.
I blame it all on my goalie
Be weary of this request.
I got bombed out of my mind last night because various people told me this and I honored it.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:52 PM MST up reply actions
They called me to come into work, too.
So I have two hours before I have to go back in.
With all roommates gone, I have no idea where anything is because those morons take shit and don’t put it back where it belongs, so I might need all of your aspirin =[
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:56 PM MST up reply actions
especially when you’re a first grade teacher in a bilingual spanish classroom and have only one semester of spanish under your belt. yeah, it was hell.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:58 PM MST up reply actions
Never had a hangover before
because I’ve never given myself completely to seeing how drunk I have to get to forget things Now working with whiny hotel guests is going to cause me to rage pretty badly at some point.
AJ SMASH, indeed.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 1:59 PM MST up reply actions
I miss
being able to use the Vannanen Smash hulk picture. :(
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:00 PM MST up reply actions
All of your asprin belongs to us.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 1:57 PM MST up reply actions
Zero Wing was actually a really fun game.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:00 PM MST up reply actions
Don't you brew beer?
Shouldn’t drinking some be a requirement?
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:53 PM MST up reply actions
More beer talk
So thursday night after Softball my teammates and I got out for either Pizza or burgers. I like the burger joint because they have some good beers (Fat Tire, Sierra Nevada PA, Guiness, and some other good stuff) and the Pizza place only has Bud and Michelob.
So the Pizza place just added Budweiser’s “American” Ale, and since I figured it couldn’t be worse than Bud or Michelob I went ahead and got it. It’s still Budweiser, but it’s at least passable as beer. I mean I would never buy it on my own, but if I go to a place that only has Budweiser, Rockey Montain Pisswater and Miller and Bud’s American ale is in that list, I could feel comfortable ordering it.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 1:59 PM MST up reply actions
Its not horrible
But it is still AB. Their World Select Lager is actually pretty good too. It’s not that they don’t know how to make good beer, it’s that the market doesn’t have the taste buds to buy it on a large scale.
PS My bathroom is 20 miles upstream of Golden, Colorado….
I blame it all on my goalie
It reminds me
Of killians Irish red a little bit. You know an ok beer by a gigantic brewing co.
Like I said I’d never buy it in a 6-pack for him. ut if i’m out with friends and that’s all there is I could live with it.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:03 PM MST up reply actions
Next time you have a killians (brewed by coors, incidentally) think soy sauce. Cuz that’s what it tastes like.
I blame it all on my goalie
Hmm
It’s beer forever since I had one, but I’ll remember that.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:06 PM MST up reply actions
Watching the replay of the Smyth goal
and the Royal Dudes doing the hugs after…and I couldn’t help but thinking they look good together. I’m all for Staz on the 2nd line when he comes back.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 1:53 PM MST reply actions
O frak, we just have to interview Hockey Jesus so the can slobber on over him in person.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
I was in the bathroom, missed most of it thankfully.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:02 PM MST up reply actions
I find it telling
that you center Stastny between the Duke and Smytty and the line rocks. You center The Baron between them and the line rocks. You put Arnie there and …well I can’t say it cuz of the positivity thing, but you all know what I’m thinkikng
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:02 PM MST reply actions
Which is why the doughnut line was the perfect name for that line with Arnason….Hole in the middle. At least with Stastny and/or Wolski you get a cream filling.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:04 PM MST up reply actions
you get a cream filling.
I could go so many places with that but I’ll keep it PG
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:05 PM MST up reply actions
Ahhhhahahahahahaahahahaha
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:06 PM MST up reply actions
You can say it
but I’ll probably drop in and be positive for you ;D
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:05 PM MST up reply actions
You know
we may never see how our new first line looks defensively BECAUSE THEY’RE NEVER ON DEFENSE.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
WOOHOOO
The Arnason line gets a goal!
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:04 PM MST up reply actions
And its Beachie’s boy friend and the Highlander with the Assists. Doughnut hole gets nothing.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:05 PM MST up reply actions
my boyfriend is the shit
he’s playing like a beast today
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:17 PM MST up reply actions
Jones scores!!!!!
On a series of rebounds that Arnie even got involved in!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:04 PM MST reply actions
Wolski
centering Willsie and Tucker.
WTF is happening.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:05 PM MST reply actions
Or
was it in the middle of a line change
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:05 PM MST up reply actions
Maybe since he is now The Baron he can handle center 2-3 lines and playing mist of the game. Double shift him and bench Doughnut hole.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:07 PM MST up reply actions
OH DAMN!
the Avs so should have had another goal there…
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
You’re playing the Avs, it not over till the third period ends. (Then the Avs will beat you in the shoot out).
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:09 PM MST up reply actions
And you’re playing the Pens. The October/November Penguins would come back from 3-0 deficits. Now they give them up and hardly show signs of fighting back.
Follow the Penguins on SBN @ Pensburgh.com
True
The Baron is a one man wrecking machine
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:12 PM MST up reply actions
Wow
what a bunch of great chances with Svats, jones, et al
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:06 PM MST reply actions
Okay I gotta say it
Raycroft looks so freaking good!!! Hacket really is the Goalie Whisperer
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:08 PM MST reply actions
Damn
I really was hoping the Avs would try and sign him. They really need secondary scoring.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:13 PM MST up reply actions
Well
I’ll take him over Darcy Tuker any day. (I hate Shanahan, but he would be useful on this team)
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:17 PM MST up reply actions
Link to the TSN story
SHANAHAN JOINS DEVILS, BUT NO CONTRACT YET
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:13 PM MST up reply actions
It seems that Wolski has lit a fire under the team's collective ass
His energy must be rubbing off on everyone cuz they all look far more interested and engaged than before
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:12 PM MST reply actions
Man
I wish I could ask a question to Darcy Tucker, I bet he’d punch me.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:13 PM MST reply actions
"Hi my name is Jibbles and I have a Q. for Darcy Tucker"
Darcy
If you were on a sinking ship and there was only enough room on the lifeboat for either you or a lady and her baby. How long would it take you to punch her in the face and take her spot?
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:16 PM MST up reply actions
Positivity!
Though I wouldn’t mind asking him a few questions.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:13 PM MST up reply actions
Mollie, you are cute
but what a dumb question. What NHLer didn’t dream of becoming one?? They wouldn’t be here if they hadnt.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:13 PM MST reply actions
She should have asked him if he grew up wanting to be a douche. I see some memo has gone out on positivity but I haven’t received it. (Trying to watch the game; it’s impossible to post and pay attention to the game at the same time).
Positivity!
There you go. Now you’re on the inside or something.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:15 PM MST up reply actions
Okay
I think I can still only read/write posts during commercials. I haven’t had a chance to get to 95% of the posts yet.
as always
you’re really not missing much
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by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:18 PM MST up reply actions
Well then.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:19 PM MST up reply actions
oh you know i love all of you
i’m just being snarky cuz i’m sick and on meds and drinking a beer. i get a pass today.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:21 PM MST up reply actions
i am feeling better
and getting frisky cuz of it! = )
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:22 PM MST up reply actions
Tied up
Crosby and Malkin again
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by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:14 PM MST reply actions
Damnit
Crosby scores. 2-2…
Not Raycroft’s best GA.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:14 PM MST reply actions
If I remember correctly, wasn’t last year’s final 3-2 Colorado? I think I remember the Pens having a 2-1 or 2-0 lead and losing in the end
Follow the Penguins on SBN @ Pensburgh.com
I was at that game. I think that was the final. There was no scoring in the 3rd period. That much I remember.
3-2
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:21 PM MST up reply actions
BARON
With a beautiful move.
3-2 Avs
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:19 PM MST reply actions
Holy shit
did you see that business??? Smyth to Wolski through traffic and IN
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:19 PM MST reply actions
When the Baron Scores
I think we should use this picture:
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:22 PM MST reply actions
+1,000,000
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:23 PM MST up reply actions
O lawd
That made me laugh hard.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:23 PM MST up reply actions
The Burgundy Baron?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:23 PM MST up reply actions
Actually
I like this one a little better
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:23 PM MST up reply actions
GOAL
The Highlander.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:24 PM MST reply actions
The Highlander does it
wow what a shift
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:24 PM MST reply actions
Like a pro
almost like they pay him to do it!
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:25 PM MST up reply actions
Well when you are immortal you have a lot of time to practice!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:25 PM MST up reply actions
OK
But if the Royal Family name sticks for Smyth-Wolski-Hejduk. That’s one’s mine!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:52 PM MST up reply actions
I love the shots from the point too
Where did they all come from?? Who is this team??
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:25 PM MST reply actions
Raycroft?
Must have some incriminating pictures of these guys on road trip that they don’t want their wifes/girlfriends to see or something. That the only explanation for them playing like this in front of him.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:27 PM MST up reply actions
honestly
i think it has more to do with pulling arnie out of top line center and putting in The Baron.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:29 PM MST up reply actions
Well, it must be our LUCKY DAY GUYS
With the Avs winning by 2, the Penguins will play Crosby and Malkin more!
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
Positivity!
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:28 PM MST up reply actions
McLeod
Improved like 10000% percent over last year. I think he saw tucker play and said, “boy i sure don’t wanna be known as THAT guy!”
I blame it all on my goalie
Next Years Winter Classic
The Royal Family versus Crosby and Co
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
Unfortuately
I think I heard somewhere that denver would love to host, but is not being considered….
I blame it all on my goalie
we could play there
right?
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:32 PM MST up reply actions
i doubt it will happen in denver any time soon
just from all the talk i heard leading up to it this year
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:33 PM MST up reply actions
I would so be there....
I would make my life’s journey to get to make the pilgramage to Denver for that game.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:33 PM MST up reply actions
And Its a great sports town.
I really don’t understand why they won’t even think about it.
I blame it all on my goalie
Well
It’s not a major market, and they don’t have any “Stars” that the NHL is forcing down people’s throats. Also they have been mediocre the last few years. The Avs would help their chances if they could make the WCF or something.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:35 PM MST up reply actions
Except Denver was No. 6 on the ratings list for the last classic. Denver could hold it’s own. Major market or not.
Red Wings Suck
I don't disagree
Just trying to go with the National medias rationale.
Also it’s a Western Conference team, and outside of Detroit and Chi… people like to pretend they don’t exist.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:38 PM MST up reply actions
lol
Hannan is really getting under the skin of Malkin. It’s cracking me up.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
He's been really good lately.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:33 PM MST up reply actions
Wolski is doing awesome on D too
Why oh why was this change not made sooner??
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:31 PM MST reply actions
The Q-stache
The f’n Q-stache hated The Baron…it was some kind of power struggle.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:32 PM MST up reply actions
You know
everytime there’s a scrum in this game, it makes me think of this:
(I wish I could find a photo from the actual movie like this)
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:32 PM MST reply actions
Explination
I think the Avs should cover themselves like the guy on the left, in case Crosby’s on the ice.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:36 PM MST up reply actions
One in the front and one in the rear?
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:38 PM MST up reply actions
Crosby =
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:38 PM MST up reply actions
LOL
is that the bad guy from The Incredibles?
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:38 PM MST up reply actions
No!
He’s the villian from the “Bluntman and Chronic” movie in
Jay and Silent Bob Strikes Back".
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:39 PM MST up reply actions
Oh yeah
Damnit. I should know that. I will now go hang my head in shame.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:40 PM MST up reply actions
You're forgiven
but I’m defff bummed you didn’t get it right away.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:51 PM MST up reply actions
very odd association
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:34 PM MST up reply actions
The way
The Baron has been stepping up lately, both in performance and in attitude, I want to see an ‘A’ on that man pretty soon.
i dunno
don’t mess with what’s working. could offer too much pressure for him.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:36 PM MST up reply actions
true
but playing like a leader and being told you have to be a leader are two diff things
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:39 PM MST up reply actions
Yup.
Let him be for at least 20 games, then if he’s still tearing it up, give him an A.
I blame it all on my goalie
exactly
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:40 PM MST up reply actions
Although
Stats, Foote, lappy, sakic, forsberg (when/if they are back) are all pretty good in the leadership role. At least we don’t give the C to our goalie! /snickers at vancouver
I blame it all on my goalie
i never thought SoS made a good leader. he’s totally laid back and acts like “the kid brother” all the time
Well, i agree
with all those characteristics, but everytime I hear someone talking about him on the TV, laid back seems to come up.
I blame it all on my goalie
agreed. in time he could be like Super Joe, quiet in his leadership. but he has to come out of Joe’s shadow, I think, for that to happen
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:45 PM MST up reply actions
Haven't heard Guite's name
is he a healthy scratch again today?
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:36 PM MST reply actions
Yes
Which is inexplicable. I realize he hasn’t played as well since coming back from injury. But he’s the Avs best defensive center (or at least was until a certain Baron moved over, and it’s close) and the best face-off man. I don’t understand it.
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:37 PM MST up reply actions
i know this is a baffling reality that we all still wonder about
but ….arnie is in and guite is not??? /sigh
i’ll never get it
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:38 PM MST up reply actions
i’ll never get it
That’s why you’re so cranky!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:39 PM MST up reply actions
oh no
there’s another reason that i’m so cranky that really is not appropriate for discussion
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:40 PM MST up reply actions
Full moon last night
You’re a wearwolf?
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:41 PM MST up reply actions
no
but that would be uber cool!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:42 PM MST up reply actions
I keep setting them up, and you just won’t knock them down…. :P
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:43 PM MST up reply actions
i’m being oppositional today. haven’t you heard?
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:47 PM MST up reply actions
Must be…he’s not in the line up.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:37 PM MST up reply actions
I've been curious about Guite (no jokes please)
Because he broke his ribs, and thats gotta be a slow thing to come back from, esp given his style of play. I’m wondering if he isn’t still hurting a little bit, which would affect his style
I blame it all on my goalie
Wondering
That’s the only explination that makes any sense to me too.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:39 PM MST up reply actions
Well folks
we are about 25 posts away from 500 and a fifth goal. step it up! i want more snoopy pics!!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:43 PM MST reply actions
Snoopy is just too cool
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:45 PM MST up reply actions
i’m getting Xed on the snoopy pics of late. my lame ass computer??
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:46 PM MST up reply actions
Wow
did everyone’s feed just die or is that Direct TV thing??
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by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:49 PM MST reply actions
Mine completely shut down, actually.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:49 PM MST up reply actions
And it's back.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:52 PM MST up reply actions
Mine is fine..
I have dish though
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:50 PM MST up reply actions
just switched to the Penn's feed
and they had a view of the Can with the Denver sky behind it…damn I miss that Colorado blue!!
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:50 PM MST up reply actions
What? The sky was actually blue? Most of the time the sky here is mired in brown funk.
Red Wings Suck
I laugh at your "brown funk"
You’ve been to Houston. THIS is brown funk.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:53 PM MST up reply actions
LA girl here
I think I have the market on the brown funk
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:55 PM MST up reply actions
True dat.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:55 PM MST up reply actions
yes it is.
ooops
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:54 PM MST up reply actions
MAF
I think he might be the most overrated goalie in the league. I have never been that impressed with him.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:54 PM MST reply actions
Dude
me too. Every single time I watch him, I wonder what the hell the big deal is.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:55 PM MST up reply actions
Oh no
it looks like there’s a D-minded game starting for the Avs. not good.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:55 PM MST reply actions
Come on guys keep the pedal to the metal!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:56 PM MST up reply actions
Rofl.
Shit. Sidney Crosby shares a birthday with my best friend. I just learned this. He HATES Sidney Crosby. I can’t wait to tell him.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
Egad
Crosby was born a year before I graduated HS. I’m getting old.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:57 PM MST reply actions
Really wanna feel old?
His birthday is 10 days before mine.
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:58 PM MST up reply actions
Wow
making me feel old.And I graduated in ’98
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:58 PM MST up reply actions
yeah
i figured as much from the comment about your friend. nice salt in the wound. /turns back
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 2:59 PM MST up reply actions
Positivity!
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 2:59 PM MST up reply actions
But hopefully
You age like a fine wine.
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
Now and then we had the hope that if we lived and were good, God would permit us to be PIRATES.
-Mark Twain-
by Americanario on Jan 10, 2009 2:59 PM MST up reply actions
not so sure about that. i do at least look younger than i am, so there’s that.
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 3:00 PM MST up reply actions
You age like a finewineCrosby.
Fixed
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by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 3:01 PM MST up reply actions
Ahahahahaha
I am Jack's unbridled optimism.
by A.J. Haefele on Jan 10, 2009 3:01 PM MST up reply actions
Wow
Malkin made a between his legs move in open ice with no one around and the Altiboobs had a mini-orgasm.
I believe in Peter Budaj
by Jibblescribbits on Jan 10, 2009 2:59 PM MST reply actions
I'm tuning them out
and once in a while hear them and think, “what the hell are they even talking about??”
When hell freezes over, I'll play hockey there too!
by BeachNSnowGirl on Jan 10, 2009 3:01 PM MST up reply actions
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