Calling All Hockey Players!
by Derek B on Sep 16, 2010 1:54 PM MDT
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Well, here is the big news.
About a week ago all the writers here at MHH received a formal challenge from Justin over at The Avalanche Guild to take part in an After-Hours hockey game on the ice at Pepsi Center prior to the Avalanche and Sharks game on Thursday, October 21st. How could we say no? So we didn't and have accepted the challenge. Now here's where you guys come in.
More details after the jump.
As you know, there are only 7 "staff writers" here at MHH and out of the seven of us, Angelique and Dustin are the only "locals", the rest of us are scattered throughout the country. I will be on vacation from the Navy and will be making the drive to Denver from Seattle with my goalie gear in the trunk. So that makes one. I would like to have a minimum of 10 skaters with a maximum of 15 so everyone can get a good amount of ice time.
To make all of this happen, we are going to need to sell 75 nearly HALF PRICE tickets to the Avs/Sharks game that night. The guys over at The Avs Guild will be providing an official promo flyer with event and discount ticket information on our After-Hours game. The flyer will include links to a special website where the discounted tickets can be purchased online from the Avalanche. I don't have any details on the specific prices of the tickets but it will be on the website where you purchase the tickets. There will also be more information on The Avs Guild website and the flyer that will have all of the ticket prices as well. Once we receive the flyer, feel free to post this on your Facebook, Twitter, Myspace, you name it.
The great thing about the discounted tickets is that anyone can take advantage of the offer and support our team. So the more you spread the flyer to your friends and family and co-workers, the easier it will be to reach our total. The more tickets we sell, the more incentives we are eligible to receive. This includes things like the pre-game warmup bench experience, penalty box experience and zamboni experience.
The actual game is taking place from 4:00 - 5:00pm and we will have showers available after the game to wash up. There will be a referee and full usage of the PA system, jumbotron scoreboard and the full atmosphere of playing on Pepsi Center ice. Fans are more than welcome to come and watch and sit right at center ice or right along the glass. The Avs Guild has a group discount set up with Brooklyn's Bar and Grill, so we are all going to se up a reservation for around 5:30pm and we get 10% off our total bill.
You can check out what the After-Hours experience is all about by visiting the info section on The Avs Guild:
http://www.theavalancheguild.com/programs/afterhours/
For those that don't play hockey, it would be an awesome time to come out and support the friendly rivalry that has been born between our two sites. Not only do you get to watch us hack it up on the ice at Pepsi Center, you will also get to watch some real professionals that night as well.
[Editor's Note, 3:32pm PST: Derek here again, for all players who are interested, regardless of your skill level, email me using the link next to my pic at the bottom of the page so I can start putting a roster together. In the email, include any playing experience you have, how long you have been playing and what position you play (I will be in goal for Team MHH). I also can't stress enough, even if you have no desire to play, but would like to take your friends and/or family to an Avs game at an affordable price, hit me up for the link to the special discounted tickets page, they will all count towards the 75 we need to sell.]
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you mean…like hockey?
"There's no room for loyalty in fantasy hockey." - Red Wing Dave
by David Driscoll-Carignan on Sep 16, 2010 2:35 PM MDT up reply actions
but with feets! and no sticks! and a ball! and no checking! checking would be bad for me and my 9 concussions. :(
and no checking!
Apparently I play soccer a little different than you.
by MalachiConstant on Sep 16, 2010 2:59 PM MDT up reply actions
Soccer
I’m in for a soccer game.
Concussions aren’t a problem, my skating ability it.
The Avs are under the cap floor, and others laugh at them, but when the Tornado comes, they'll be the only safe ones.
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by Jibblescribbits on Sep 16, 2010 3:01 PM MDT up reply actions
In all seriousness, a soccer match would be awesome.
by MalachiConstant on Sep 16, 2010 3:06 PM MDT up reply actions
I’d be game.
RAID THE ICE
Is it hockey season yet?
No seriously, is it?
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by UZ on Sep 16, 2010 3:25 PM MDT up reply actions
That has been actually done in a show on TV here in Germany! Here’s the trailer: http://www.myvideo.de/watch/6312010/TV_total_Eisfussball_Trailer_sevenchat_de
Broomball, bitches
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No seriously, is it?
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by UZ on Sep 16, 2010 3:17 PM MDT up reply actions
I want to say yes,
but until I get the promo flyer from the Avalanche, I will not know for sure. They had them available last year as well as club seats.
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Just found out
that lower bowl seats WILL be available for purchase.
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I can barely skate let alone do anything useful on the ice — but I’d come watch this for sure.
by MalachiConstant on Sep 16, 2010 1:59 PM MDT reply actions
Also, I meant to put in there
That those that are interested in playing, feel free to shoot me an email via the link at the bottom of the page for any questions you may have.
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Seriously?
That’s the biggest god damned let down of an announcement I have ever experienced. Except when they told me they tied off my 6th finger at birth and let it fall away. I would have loved to have kept that thing.
Still, if there’s room in the car, I live in Seattle. I don’t skate, but if you like booze…
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by Andykrist on Sep 16, 2010 2:02 PM MDT reply actions 1 recs
Sorry for the let down man. I definitely thought it was big. :-)
I actually will be leaving Seattle on the 11th to go play golf at Pebble Beach on the 13th and 14th and will making a few stops prior to heading to Denver.
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No Sweat
Just kidding, anyway.
I might see if I can make it out to that game, anyway. Sounds like a hell of a good time.
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Road Trip!
Andy if you are seriously thinking about heading to Denver for this from Seattle, I would be interested in joining in. I live in Olympia. geoduck at comcast dot net
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by Light the Lamp on Sep 16, 2010 10:15 PM MDT up reply actions
Awesome. I may be interested in this, being a former hockey player myself. I’ll check my schedule. And I’d definitely purchase a ticket, probably two, provided I can make the funds work.
There's a place out west where the Powder River rolls off the Bighorn Mountains. It's a land of red walls, blue sky, and clean air, where the eagle glides high above the canyons and makes its nest in the rocks that overlook the valleys where the sagebrush and cottonwoods grow. This is ranch country - has been for more than a hundred years.
Well things have changed some since the early days, but there's still a thread of character and tradition that runs true from one generation to the next. You can see it in the way folks out here set a horse; you can hear it in the way they talk. And when the work's all done, there's nothing they like better than to get together at the one room schoolhouse under the red wall for another down home, homegrown, Western Saturday night.
I was thinking of throwing my 17 year old son in the mix. He’s played AA level through midget-minor, but had to quit because of concussions. The problem will be pulling him out of school for the afternoon in order to make a 4PM game. I’ll also have to convince Mrs. Twigg it’s a good idea.
Running-dog lackey counter-revolutionary malcontent, Not an expert.
by Busted Twigg on Sep 16, 2010 2:34 PM MDT up reply actions
I will find out if there is an age limit or not.
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To skate on Pepsi Center Ice?
You’re kidding, right? How much convincing needs be done?
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Kinda what I was thinking. :-)
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Mrs. Twigg is the one who will need convincing. The Twigglet will drop his books and hit the road in a heartbeat. He’s been coaching, but hasn’t played in about 8 months.
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by Busted Twigg on Sep 16, 2010 4:52 PM MDT up reply actions
Totally understand.
It’s definitely going to be a pretty awesome experience, I’d almost say once in a lifetime…
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So the game’s at 4PM, let’s say you have to drive across town, get equipment, etc. and you have to yank him from school at say 1.30PM. As a father I will definitely help my boys cut 6th period if it means skating at the Can – whether Mrs. Hopf knows approves or not.
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My name is Derek,
and I approve of the above message. :-) Need to be at the VIP entrance near the West Entrance of the Can between 3-3:30pm on game day to be on the ice promptly at 4pm.
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hopefully i can make this
if so it will be my 3rd time skating on Pepsi Center Ice……..yes i am spoiled
"We just couldnt put the cat in the hat thats really why we lost today we just couldnt put the cat in the hat."
To answer your question,
Nope! As long as the kid signs a waiver form (everyone has to sign one to step on the ice) he is fine!! Let’s try to keep them over 16 years old though. But 17 is cool!
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Yes.
It’s a no-hitting “drop-in” game with a referee. All for fun and bragging rights.
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I’m a former hockey player. I know I’ve out-grown most of my stuff, but I can try to piece everything together.
Once a team is put together, will there be any practice?
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Probably not.
I’m in Seattle and wouldn’t be able to make any practices, but if you have friends that you know would be interested and wanna go play drop in together to get a feel for how the other plays, by all means have at it.
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I’m a low level rec player who hasn’t played in almost 4 years. Is this OK, or are most folks going to be higher level?
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I’m a low level rec player too…so ditto Bob’s question and added to that is, “Is it co-ed?”
I just like the fights.
by Cheryl Bradley on Sep 16, 2010 2:21 PM MDT up reply actions
I just got this from Justin over at the Avalanche Guild
Lower-level rec players are fine. I’ll probably field mainly C-D level players. I would say guys need at least basic hockey and skating skills so there are no injury concerns.
Co-ed of course!
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I haven’t skated since I was 5, so I don’t think Ill be much help to anyone out there. But I’ll come and cheer everyone on!
Thanks Joe...
Damn living in NY =(
I’ll be in Denver in January…seeing the 1/6 game vs the Yotes so lets plan something for then lol
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by SportsDalaiLama on Sep 16, 2010 2:27 PM MDT reply actions
I’ll play but I’m not sure how talented I am at selling tickets. I can offer them up to my beer league team.
I’m E3-5 level player and I know for a fact that Shane is a D level ringer. SO, be advised that I’m charging the goalie!
Definitely
offer the tickets to them. Have them offer them to their friends as well. Not very often you can get into an Avs game for almost half price.
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It's 75 tickets per bench.
So we are on the hook for 75, if we go over that, even better! I definitely think that we will be able to get more than the 75.
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I live in Canada but I’d be all OVER THIS opportunity and cash isn’t an issue I’m 22 and I played travel and competitive hockey my entire life until I got a full time job now I’m just rec league once a week. I can get days off work no proble just wondering if it’s possible for me to be a part of this lol
Whoever said, 'It's not whether you win or lose that counts,' probably lost.
If you can get the days off
and can get to Denver, that’d be awesome! I’m making the trip from Seattle to Denver. There was no way that I could let myself miss out on a chance like this. :-)
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Funny thing is I’d probably take the Wednesday Thursday Friday off because I’m coming from Canada all the way towards the Detroit border lol HELL YEAH
Whoever said, 'It's not whether you win or lose that counts,' probably lost.
The hell yeah is because this is AWSOME and I’d drive 20 hours to do it…not because I live by the deadwings
Whoever said, 'It's not whether you win or lose that counts,' probably lost.
I’d take some extra time to go the long way AROUND detroit, like cross near buffalo!
Or ask Red Wing Dave the fastest way through hell detroit
Is it October yet?!
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FYI, don't ask RW Dave that
He’d rather stay there.
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Wish I could say the same
About money that is, I live in Canada too.
Dear Colorado Avalanche: Thank you for the excitement, see you in October.
me too. if i wasnt completely strapped for cash, i would consider a road trip down, but i can’t afford to take enough time off work to drive down to denver, let alone any of the costs associated with the trip.
by some white guy on Sep 17, 2010 8:08 PM MDT up reply actions
also, Peter Forsberg retired!
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Sep 16, 2010 2:37 PM MDT reply actions
(just kididng)
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Sep 16, 2010 2:37 PM MDT up reply actions
or worse, Detroit
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by Bob in Boulder on Sep 16, 2010 3:16 PM MDT up reply actions
What do you mean, “worse”? It’s the same thing!
Forever grateful that Joe Sakic isn't a douche bag like Brett Favre.
by Rather Dashing on Sep 16, 2010 5:15 PM MDT up reply actions
Hell’s a little nicer in the summer.
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by Americanario on Sep 16, 2010 6:05 PM MDT up reply actions
so who wants to spot me the $$ for a plane ticket? c’mon guys..I know you wanna!
Is it October yet?!
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You know, one day we will have to get Joe, DDDC, Mike and the rest of the gang to make the pilgrimage. I think this whole deal is cemented in pretty well at this point.
click on more ads and maybe it can happen!
(don’t actually do this)
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Sep 16, 2010 3:28 PM MDT up reply actions
Apropos Ads,
I noted on Copper & Blue that they have a local sponsor / advertiser now.
Is this something that MHH is interested in and if so, whom should I have folks contact for more particulars?
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you think a Canadian restaurant site wants to advertise here?
"There's no room for loyalty in fantasy hockey." - Red Wing Dave
by David Driscoll-Carignan on Sep 16, 2010 6:23 PM MDT up reply actions
but yeah, I’m the POC for that stuff. I think.
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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Sep 16, 2010 6:31 PM MDT up reply actions
Less than a week as a Dead Things fan
and you’ve already got the full frontal lobotomy.
Nice.
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I’ve actually been to a few of those. They were pretty good. La Creperie is actually a decently upscale restaurant. The Home Fire Grill is one of my friend’s favorite restaurants. If you ever go to Edmonton, you have to try PiccoLino’s it’s fantastic, reasonably prices, excellent service AND many, many, many hockey players go there ;)
Sandie
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by Sandie Gauthier on Sep 16, 2010 7:22 PM MDT up reply actions
So
What about family… My sister and her fiancee both play. They invited as ringers?
The Avs are under the cap floor, and others laugh at them, but when the Tornado comes, they'll be the only safe ones.
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by Jibblescribbits on Sep 16, 2010 3:02 PM MDT reply actions
I don’t see why not, Derek is going to have to start a roster.
I have a set of barely used hockey gloves I’m saving for you Jibbs. I’ll even take the DU Learn to play hockey 101 course with you when you’re ready.
No i’m not giving up.
I nearly got into the beginner league at the foothills ice arena (off of Sims and Ken Caryl) This fall, but didn’t know my soccer schedule.
MY sis’s fiancee (future Bro in law, fiance-in-law?) has some used gear he’s looking at getting rid of, I considered buying it. Still might.
I REALLY need to learn even the basics of skating backwards… forwards I do ok.
The Avs are under the cap floor, and others laugh at them, but when the Tornado comes, they'll be the only safe ones.
Jibblescribbits: C'mon over and waste some time
by Jibblescribbits on Sep 16, 2010 3:09 PM MDT up reply actions
twitter/call me. I’m probably going to skate at the DU learn to play hockey over the winter and Tom is an old school coach who will get you familiar with the 1v1 stuff. If you’re going I’ll take the 101 class instead of the 201. I take them to stay in shape between games and tweak my skating etc… It’s a good class.
yeah?
Well I may not have much time on my hands this winter (baby and all) but I really have wanted to learn. I might take you up on this one.
The Avs are under the cap floor, and others laugh at them, but when the Tornado comes, they'll be the only safe ones.
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by Jibblescribbits on Sep 16, 2010 3:22 PM MDT up reply actions
Dario, can you email me links / info on this? My addy is my handle @ hotmail.
I’ve skated twice in my life. Too much of a noob for the class?
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See http://recreation.du.edu/instructional/?main=7&main2=90&main3=0
They say in their material that they want you to be able to cross over and have some very basic skating skills. I’ve seen some real green skaters at the classes so you should be fine. Grab a couple of public skate sessions. You have to be good enough to not skate around the rink holding the boards :0
Do you have to be a somewhat good skater to take the 101 or do they help train to skate? OT, I keep dreaming of me in full hockey gear stepping onto the ice and flying like the wind. Obviously, I really want to skate and play :P
An ounce of confidence can carry you a mile toward winning. Oh, and Red Wings suck.
I’ve seen a lot of women at class and they teach hockey stops (graduated stops from snowplows), basic stride fundamentals and some more advanced stuff like transition skating. They want you to be able to skate a little bit and cross over. If you polish up your basic forward skating at public skates you should be fine!
Oh man, I am interested in learning too, but also a terrible skater. Maybe we should all try to take a noob hockey class together!
Thanks Joe...
We could do the Jibble/MHH DU learn to play hockey class in the winter.
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by Jibblescribbits on Sep 17, 2010 12:10 AM MDT up reply actions
If any of you want to do a stick and puck I’d be glad to pass on 30yrs of pointers. Granted I’m not a pro nor do I pretend to be, but I have taught people before.
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That’d be so much fun! Especially (1) heckling the instructors and (2) drinking after the clinics!
Bitch, give me your lunch money.
by Cheryl Bradley on Sep 17, 2010 11:44 AM MDT up reply actions
You just want to be the teacher’s pet.
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by Americanario on Sep 17, 2010 12:22 PM MDT up reply actions
I can def say that one of the best things you can do is practice, even if it’s off ice. stick handling esp. Just grab a stick and a roller hockey puck or one of the hard rubber balls you can get at players bench or wherever and practice your stickhandling on the kitchen floor for 10-15 min 3-4 times a week. Go to a stick and puck once a week and work on skating stuff- stops and starts, crossovers, receiving and giving passes (helps with another friend). All this stuff will make you better way faster than trying to do it in a game. You may touch the puck for like 45 seconds in a game if you’re not that great, and you will immediately be like “oh shit what do I do”. Having some basic fundamentals worked on will make the game much more enjoyable, both for yourself and your linemates. Just ask anyone who played with this guy.
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Hockeytown was a marketing invention to draw fans to a team that had less gate than the atlanta thrashers.
damn. picture post fail
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Hockeytown was a marketing invention to draw fans to a team that had less gate than the atlanta thrashers.
I have a hockey ball and used to practice in my classroom all the time. Kids loved that. lol. Unfortunately, stick time (stick and puck to you guys) costs money and that I don’t have right now.
Bitch, give me your lunch money.
by Cheryl Bradley on Sep 18, 2010 5:55 PM MDT up reply actions
I could very easily be convinced to join in on this.
by MalachiConstant on Sep 17, 2010 11:52 AM MDT up reply actions
You're playing at the edge? Sweet! That's where I broke myself
There’s lots of helpful skaters there. When I’m healed we should go to stick and puck sometime.
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not yet
just considering it.
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by Jibblescribbits on Sep 16, 2010 10:59 PM MDT up reply actions
Family is absolutely invited.
As far as the roster goes, I am going to up the max size from 15 to 20 (rolling 4 lines) so as many people get the opportunity to take part in this amazing event. How it’s going to work is I’m going to have people who are willing to give a pretty solid commitment to this email me and I will get your name on the roster. I would like to have each person try and sell at least 3-4 tickets at a minimum. If you want to, and can, sell more then sell as many you can.
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Goalie?
Does anyone play goalie that can attend?
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MY sis’s fiancee is a goalie/defender.
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by Jibblescribbits on Sep 16, 2010 3:11 PM MDT up reply actions
Must be nice to have someone backing you with some money. Maybe someday they will strike up a relationship…
by Pinchy The Lobster on Sep 16, 2010 3:41 PM MDT up reply actions
The goaltending will be done by yours truly. :-)
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I guess Derek is your guy. I would do it, but I haven’t played in a couple years. But I would totally still do it if one of you guys is willing to throw down a few thousand dollars for some nice new equipment XD
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I call backup goalie.
(Meaning I can’t actually play hockey, so I’ll just sit on the bench, look pretty and give shootout tips to the other goalie.)
Is it hockey season yet?
No seriously, is it?
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Also I heard about this on twitter a week ago
I’m in the loop!
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by UZ on Sep 16, 2010 3:20 PM MDT up reply actions
But can you open the bench door? Back-up goalie needs to have that skill down.
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by Americanario on Sep 16, 2010 6:08 PM MDT up reply actions
If I could afford the trip, I’d totally suit up and handle bench door duties.
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I got dis shit
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by UZ on Sep 16, 2010 9:33 PM MDT up reply actions
me and my 1 game of intramural hockey experience can’t be of any help, i may still be a better skater than koci though
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by Cole D Hamilton on Sep 16, 2010 3:44 PM MDT reply actions
I’m a solid C player in Breck. I’m in. I play D. I’ll try to sell some tickets too, just make sure the deal is prominently posted so I can send it around.
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Hockeytown was a marketing invention to draw fans to a team that had less gate than the atlanta thrashers.
As soon as I
get the promotion flyer from the Avs, I will ensure that it is posted and linked as much as I can. And yes, please feel free to send this to as many people as you think would be interested in going to watch the Avs/Sharks game for nearly HALF PRICE! As mentioned earlier, this will include lower bowl seats as well as club seats.
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My husband is a C player on a couple of over 40 leagues (see Beachie, there is woman on this site older than you ;-). If you still need players, I can see if he wants in. I will also see if he wants to attend that Avs game. It sounds like great fun. My son has skated at the Pepsi Center – cool for my husband to as well.
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Definitely!
I’m going to be editing the post to have people email me so I can start getting names down of people who are interested and willing to give a fairly concrete commitment.
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Would love to play
just not sure if i can yet lots of police testing goin on as of late…..dont judge me.
"We just couldnt put the cat in the hat thats really why we lost today we just couldnt put the cat in the hat."
Too bad it’s not after the game…. otherwise I could have played. I used to play Midget Major AA as a goalie and now play as a player in beer leagues.
by toothandnailer777 on Sep 16, 2010 5:07 PM MDT reply actions
I would love to be there
and help out on D.
‘Fraid that won’t happen on my end :(
I’ll be with you in spirit!
Frak, wish I could be there
I participated in Sakic Night’s After Hours scrimmage last year, and it was an awesome time.
I’d totally fly my ass over to Denver and join in, but alas, I can’t afford it.
Stupid college.
Dear Colorado Avalanche: Thank you for the excitement, see you in October.
STUPID FUCKING BROKEN LEG!!
This should be a yearly thing so I can play next year when my leg works.
"Joe Louis Arena is the Chipotle of Jackassery" - JIbblescribbits
by AvDog on Sep 16, 2010 9:13 PM MDT reply actions 1 recs
That guy looks like Peter Budaj hahah. Just kidding. But I really cracked up when I saw that thing. He should be the new NEW mascot.
Anyways, MILE HIGH HOCKEY is going DOWN. The Avs Guild is going to pillage and plunder.
I’m not the goalie for my team … that would be way too unfair to you guys ;) Our goalie is a good friend of mine from Fort Collins and he’s really tall. He is a solid D-level goalie.
Expect the promo flyers to be ready on Monday or Tuedsay of next week. Oh, and all players will get a free After-Hours t-shirt. That’s a new perk to the program this year that we haven’t done in years past.
I explained to Derek that I would love to make this an annual event. It is a wonderful experience, especially for those who do not get to attend many Avalanche games.
There is no hitting or rough stuff. Just a chance to play a game of shinny for an hour and soak in the atmosphere. We’ll have a referee just to call lines and give us all someone to yell at.
Thanks for the great interest and support and I think we should make a trophy for this … bragging rights are on the line folks!!
Cheers!
by TheAvalancheGuild on Sep 16, 2010 9:36 PM MDT up reply actions
I'm all for the idea of making a trophy!
How great would it be to skate a trophy around the Pepsi Center like they did back in 2001…
Staff Writer for Mile High Hockey: A Colorado Avalanche Fan Community
The MHHley cup? The Guildley Cup? The Two Teams One Cup Trophy? The Blog Bong? These are all pretty weak so I’m gonna wait for more name submissions.
MHH- A drinking site with a hockey problem
Hockeytown was a marketing invention to draw fans to a team that had less gate than the atlanta thrashers.
I propose the Savage Memorial trophy, what it memorialises I don’t know but it sounds cool.
The Savage has spoken. Let it be done
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Wouldn’t that require you to be dead?
There are two ways of being happy: We must either diminish our wants or augment our means - either may do - the result is the same and it is for each man to decide for himself and to do that which happens to be easier.
- Benjamin Franklin
I will let you guys choose a title for the game and/or name for the trophy. If any assistance is needed creating or figuring out a trophy, let me know. Otherwise it’s all you guys!
by TheAvalancheGuild on Sep 17, 2010 9:26 AM MDT up reply actions
Lord Howard’s Trophy
MHH: The Burgundy Army is on the March!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
by Americanario on Sep 17, 2010 12:25 PM MDT up reply actions
You must be more specific.
Lord Howard wins every trophy. Calling it that is tantamount to calling it the Trophy trophy.
Try again, infidel!
Colorado Avalanche Offseason Strategy - Please wake us in October
Infadel? I KEEL YOU!
MHH: The Burgundy Army is on the March!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
by Americanario on Sep 17, 2010 1:06 PM MDT up reply actions
Hahahahaha Awesome.
Can’t wait to see Jeff Dun-ham in November
An ounce of confidence can carry you a mile toward winning. Oh, and Red Wings suck.
Je-fa-fa Dunnnn haaaam.
MHH: The Burgundy Army is on the March!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
by Americanario on Sep 17, 2010 8:04 PM MDT up reply actions
there is a good chance that I can talk the mister into attending this game. Since I’m currently dealing with the whole bum knee thing ( oh yeah, and I can’t skate.) I’ll leave the participating up to Beachie to represent us gals =)
But, I managed to sell about 10 tix to the last after hours event that we attended to my non MHH friends, I’ll see what I can do!
"That F******* sandwich had it coming!" -Mike@MHH
Well we could always use
those salesperson skills this time around too. :-)
Staff Writer for Mile High Hockey: A Colorado Avalanche Fan Community
Damn you Derek B
The only way you could make this more enticing is by having Jessica Alba as a semi naked ice girl.
Damn my place of birth, damn my lack of funds, damn the imminent arrival of Nemesis 11UK* – damn my britishness
*j/k of course ;) — I hope you all have fun and post video/photos.
My opinion is worth about what you paid for it: Nothing.
That's the second half
Of the big news. Her AND Jessica Biel are going to be in the locker naked giving us all massages after the game in skimpy ice girl outfits. You are DEFINITELY gonna be missing out man.
Staff Writer for Mile High Hockey: A Colorado Avalanche Fan Community
How are they going to be naked AND in skimpy outfits? I call shenanigans on this one.
Bitch, give me your lunch money.
by Cheryl Bradley on Sep 17, 2010 10:15 AM MDT up reply actions
I think the MHHers are in the ice girl outfits. Got to read the message. It’s all there.
Running-dog lackey counter-revolutionary malcontent, Not an expert.
by Busted Twigg on Sep 17, 2010 10:24 AM MDT up reply actions
Personally, I’d prefer a towel, but maybe I’m just weird that way.
Running-dog lackey counter-revolutionary malcontent, Not an expert.
by Busted Twigg on Sep 17, 2010 10:27 AM MDT up reply actions
It was early and I hadn't had
my coffee yet, but it could happen…Hahaha!
Staff Writer for Mile High Hockey: A Colorado Avalanche Fan Community
I swear I’ll pistolwhip the next person who says shenanigans
The Savage has spoken. Let it be done
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I took the one less travelled by, and that has made all the difference"
R. Frost
Hey Farva!
What’s the name of that place you go to with all the goofy shit on the walls??
Staff Writer for Mile High Hockey: A Colorado Avalanche Fan Community
Why are they in the locker? Won’t it be hard to see them in there?
MHH: The Burgundy Army is on the March!
I'm The Canary - but I'm not cute nor cuddly, and I don't sing.
by Americanario on Sep 17, 2010 12:27 PM MDT up reply actions
Wow.
I was so tired I didn’t even finish typing locker room. This is further proof that sleepy commenting is almost a bad as drunk commenting.
Staff Writer for Mile High Hockey: A Colorado Avalanche Fan Community
Well I know in some countries like Japan they prosecute sleep deprived driving equal to drunk driving. I think some states are the same way. Because your motor skills and judgment is inhibited the same if you are lacking sleep or drunk.
There are two ways of being happy: We must either diminish our wants or augment our means - either may do - the result is the same and it is for each man to decide for himself and to do that which happens to be easier.
- Benjamin Franklin
Exhibt A:
That’s the second half
Of the big news. Her AND Jessica Biel are going to be in the locker naked giving us all massages after the game in skimpy ice girl outfits. You are DEFINITELY gonna be missing out man.
Staff Writer for Mile High Hockey: A Colorado Avalanche Fan Community
Okay, I’m in. Gonna have to get some practice in and hit some stick time before the game, though, cuz it’s been a couple of months since I’ve suited up.
Bitch, give me your lunch money.
by Cheryl Bradley on Sep 17, 2010 10:16 AM MDT reply actions
Speaking of….anyone want to try to get a group together for that?
Bitch, give me your lunch money.
by Cheryl Bradley on Sep 17, 2010 10:17 AM MDT up reply actions
I’m in
MHH- A drinking site with a hockey problem
Hockeytown was a marketing invention to draw fans to a team that had less gate than the atlanta thrashers.
Edge Ice Arena in Littleton is the only place that has Saturdays (5:30-7pm, $10); everywhere else is weekdays – and I mean “days,” 4 pm being the latest.
Bitch, give me your lunch money.
by Cheryl Bradley on Sep 18, 2010 6:01 PM MDT up reply actions
I am so jealous of this. I would love to be able to play a game at the Pepsi Center, and half price tickets for the Avs game at night is sweet too. Sadly, I lack the vacation days.
The irony is I will be on vacation that day. But my Mom is flying out to Hawaii and I don’t think she would really like me leaving to go to where her ex-husband lives when she is visiting her son and grandsons.
There are two ways of being happy: We must either diminish our wants or augment our means - either may do - the result is the same and it is for each man to decide for himself and to do that which happens to be easier.
- Benjamin Franklin
Awesome event!
I use to play hockey in high school decently, but I don’t think the wife will let me visit CO just to play in a game. I wish I could be there, what a unique opportunity this is.
Please, make sure there is some photo’s or videos of this event.
There will definitely
be some video and photos going up.
Staff Writer for Mile High Hockey: A Colorado Avalanche Fan Community
BEACHIE!!!!
I’m playing – and a few skating sessions would do me well – I havent’ played on skates in years!
by IncredibleEdibleYETI on Sep 17, 2010 11:55 PM MDT reply actions
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