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For the 2nd straight day, very, very surprising news out of Denver. Not really sure what to make of this, but I definitely like it.

Beachie's Note: because it keeps coming up in the thread, I thought I'd put this here so that you don't have to look through it to find the info.

Tomorrow's practice is at the Pepsi Center during the morning skate. It is NOT open to the public. Morning skates never are. It is highly unlikely that you will be able to get a signature after that skate. The security is a lot tighter than at Family Sports Center. Speaking of FSC, those practices ARE open to the public. The team generally practices most off days unless they have a back to back or more than 2 days between games. Most practices start between 10:30-11:30 am. Always call that morning (I usually do at 9:30) to confirm if they will be there or not and at what time. These practices are your best bet for getting signatures. Players often will stop for pictures and sigs after practice as they're leaving the underground parking lot. I hope that answers all the practice questions!

UPDATE: Folks have called and practice is scheduled for 10:15 am

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Stop fucking with my head!

"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.

by Dixomatic on Jan 21, 2011 2:18 PM MST reply actions  

Kept that wrapped tight, didn’t they?

Remember when the Colorado Avalanche used to fill opposing nets like Santa Claus?

by Bill Stone on Jan 21, 2011 2:19 PM MST reply actions  

This is nuts! I thought that he said that he was done.

by c0nquistad0rian on Jan 21, 2011 2:19 PM MST reply actions  

He never said that he was done for sure…just that he thought he probably was.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 2:22 PM MST up reply actions  

I like my title better.

Mile High Hockey: A Blog To Go And Get Lucky...
Matt Duchene... better at being Pavel Datsyuk than Pavel Datsyuk...

by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 2:19 PM MST reply actions  

just saw that. nice

I am the most humble blogger of all time

by David Driscoll-Carignan on Jan 21, 2011 2:20 PM MST up reply actions  

Delete it if you get a chance… no need for two of these…

Mile High Hockey: A Blog To Go And Get Lucky...
Matt Duchene... better at being Pavel Datsyuk than Pavel Datsyuk...

by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 2:23 PM MST up reply actions  

ok

I am the most humble blogger of all time

by David Driscoll-Carignan on Jan 21, 2011 2:25 PM MST up reply actions  

Oh...

I could have done that… ooppsss…. sorry.

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by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 2:38 PM MST up reply actions  

If there was a Foppa recall he would have the new TSB ankles standard on all late model Foppas, and we could all rejoice.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 2:25 PM MST up reply actions  

Quit teasing me like this goddammit. I love Foppa, I just think that even if he makes it he will be a shadow of his former self that only disappoints me.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 2:20 PM MST reply actions  

Oh man Dater is going to need new pants now

Lord Howard, Thy Holy Osgood, and Todd Bertuzzi --The Trinity of douche bags.

by SportsDalaiLama on Jan 21, 2011 2:21 PM MST reply actions  

Oh man Dater Dutchy is going to need new pants now

Fixed.

2010-2011 Colorado Avalanche: pretty good at hockey since they can't get into the bars yet.

by Hopfenkopf on Jan 21, 2011 2:23 PM MST up reply actions  

Oh man Dater Dutchy everybody is going to need new pants now

Fixed.

No need for a debbie downer now, those injuries have been enough, the hockey gods let something nice happen for us.

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 2:32 PM MST up reply actions  

Excuse me while I go change…

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:34 PM MST up reply actions  

Hey, I figured after Flash you guys needed a little pick-me-up. Enjoy.

Everything that ever was and ever shall be, I am.

by Jimmy Howard on Jan 21, 2011 2:36 PM MST up reply actions  

Very clever of you to wait until the season series with the Avs was over.

2010-2011 Colorado Avalanche: pretty good at hockey since they can't get into the bars yet.

by Hopfenkopf on Jan 21, 2011 2:37 PM MST up reply actions  

Howard be praised! :D

THE RIGHT NUMBER OF MEN ON THE ICE ALL GAME. WHEN.

by SteveHouse on Jan 21, 2011 3:11 PM MST up reply actions  

Oh man Dater Dutchy everybody is going to need new take off their pants now

Fixed-er.

Horton Hears a Holøs.

by Andykrist on Jan 21, 2011 4:15 PM MST up reply actions  

What are pants? How do I know if I need new ones?

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 5:08 PM MST up reply actions  

Practice just became a happening place to be.

"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.

by Dixomatic on Jan 21, 2011 2:22 PM MST reply actions  

No kidding. Hopefully nobody takes my spot. I like my spot.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 2:23 PM MST up reply actions   1 recs

ill meet you there an hour early.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 2:51 PM MST up reply actions  

I am incredibly jealous of you both!

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:52 PM MST up reply actions  

Hell yaz!

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Avalanche Breakaway: a blog of hockey goodness

by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:02 PM MST up reply actions  

is it at pepsi center on game days? or at family sports?

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 3:05 PM MST up reply actions  

pepsi center tomorrow

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:05 PM MST up reply actions  

I dont know if those are open to the public.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 3:08 PM MST up reply actions  

Don’t think they are.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:09 PM MST up reply actions  

I called, its not open to the public.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 3:17 PM MST up reply actions  

thanks for checking, who was talking the other day about waiting outside the players lot?

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:18 PM MST up reply actions  

refresh your browser. it’s in the intro to this thread.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:20 PM MST up reply actions  

thanks beachie

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:22 PM MST up reply actions  

My pleasure! I know lots of folks are gonna wanna go now, so it’s the least I can do for my MHH fam!

The Colorado Avalanche: taking teams' lunch money since 1995 (those two lock out seasons notwithstanding)
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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:23 PM MST up reply actions  

ive tried so many damn times. no excuses though, im gettin that jersey signed

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:24 PM MST up reply actions  

I'm definitely with you on that sentiment

I had totally planned on going to the reunion dinner cuz they had that red carpet event before it. Brain farted big time and was a day off. Was SOOOOO bummed.

The Colorado Avalanche: taking teams' lunch money since 1995 (those two lock out seasons notwithstanding)
Avalanche Breakaway: a blog of hockey goodness

by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:29 PM MST up reply actions  

I tried to get mine signed by him there, and he got to maybe 60% of the people waiting, but I was in the minority. I cried a little.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 3:30 PM MST up reply actions  

Ouch.

Don’t blame ya.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:32 PM MST up reply actions  

I added a whole schpeel to the fan post about practices.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:18 PM MST up reply actions  

Even if he doesn’t sign, this is great for the team to practice with someone like Forsberg.

Duchene must be the happiest 20 year old in the world right now.

by cody_p on Jan 21, 2011 2:23 PM MST reply actions  

I’d say the whole team (apart from those who’ve already played with him) is shitting their pants right now.

The Colorado Avalanche: taking teams' lunch money since 1995 (those two lock out seasons notwithstanding)
Avalanche Breakaway: a blog of hockey goodness

by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 2:24 PM MST up reply actions  

Some might say that Foote is shitting his pants too because of his age.

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 2:34 PM MST up reply actions  

All we know is, he’s called the Foppa.

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:47 PM MST up reply actions  

At his age Foote’s BEEN shitting his pants…

Mile High Hockey: A Blog To Go And Get Lucky...
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by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 2:49 PM MST up reply actions  

If it weren’t for those dang kids and their rock and roll and their loud hot rods!

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:50 PM MST up reply actions  

no, id say i am

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 2:45 PM MST up reply actions  

Question? Does he have to go through waivers IF he signs? Or since he last played with the Avs do they have first dibs?

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 5:10 PM MST up reply actions  

there are no waivers involved anywhere as he has not played professionally this year.

maybe an internet pipe froze and burst
mwuahaha

by Uziel on Jan 21, 2011 5:12 PM MST up reply actions  

I believe there is a cut-off though… if he doesn’t sign with a team by a certain date then he would have to

2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: The Asskickers of the Amazing

by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 5:17 PM MST up reply actions  

i know there’s a cutoff for when he’d be able to play in the AHL, but i’m not sure about the other

maybe an internet pipe froze and burst
mwuahaha

by Uziel on Jan 21, 2011 5:21 PM MST up reply actions  

it may be trade deadline time

I just recall when Peter almost signed a few years ago he had to do it by a certain date or be subject to waivers

2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: The Asskickers of the Amazing

by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 5:22 PM MST up reply actions  

That was because he had played professionally. He has no such restrictions I believe this time around.

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Avalanche Breakaway: a blog of hockey goodness

by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 5:23 PM MST up reply actions  

actually, I don’t think he had played professionally that year either.

there was talk they might implement a cutoff, because of the delayed decisions by Forsberg and Mats Sundin in recent years, but I don’t know there is.

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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Jan 21, 2011 5:57 PM MST up reply actions  

Really? I could have sworn he did. Just checked stats page…you are right! As always…

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 6:00 PM MST up reply actions  

there is one, you have to sign before a certain date to be eligible for the playoffs, iirc. It was Feb something (22nd?) that year.

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 6:05 PM MST up reply actions  

I hope to hell he practices at Fam Sports Ctr so that I can be a dweeb and hang out afterward to finally get the sig on my jersey!

The Colorado Avalanche: taking teams' lunch money since 1995 (those two lock out seasons notwithstanding)
Avalanche Breakaway: a blog of hockey goodness

by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 2:23 PM MST reply actions  

I’m so happy right now. That our young guys get to even practice with Peter Forsberg is amazing.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:25 PM MST reply actions  

If he’s practicing with them and with Flash out…I’d be more inclined to think the Avs will sign him if he’s ready to go.

The Colorado Avalanche: taking teams' lunch money since 1995 (those two lock out seasons notwithstanding)
Avalanche Breakaway: a blog of hockey goodness

by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 2:25 PM MST reply actions  

Anyone know if he played enough games in Sweden to have to clear waivers?

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Avalanche Breakaway: a blog of hockey goodness

by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 2:26 PM MST up reply actions  

As far as I know, he never signed with a club so he’s eligible to sign with a team and not have to go through waivers. I think he just practiced with Modo, and played in tournaments which don’t count.

by cody_p on Jan 21, 2011 2:27 PM MST up reply actions  

Per Dreger, he doesn’t have to go through waivers.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:28 PM MST up reply actions  

Thought so. I remember McKenzie posting on twitter earlier in the season about waiver rules in regard to non-NHL players signing and he pointed out that Forsberg was smart about it if he wanted to make a return.

by cody_p on Jan 21, 2011 2:30 PM MST up reply actions  

I guess I should have read a little further before asking my question above.

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 5:11 PM MST up reply actions  

I don’t know, but I thought he was UFA and could sign with anybody

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 2:28 PM MST up reply actions  

Practicing with an NHL squad is a good test to see if he’s ready for a year.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:26 PM MST up reply actions  

Or 4 months

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 5:12 PM MST up reply actions  

Was it DDC that brought up the Forsberg curse regarding Mueller and Fleischmann’s injuries?

Odd that Forsberg is back now.

by cody_p on Jan 21, 2011 2:28 PM MST reply actions  

it was, and it is

I am the most humble blogger of all time

by David Driscoll-Carignan on Jan 21, 2011 2:33 PM MST up reply actions  

Well it’s not like this will end our injury woes. /reality. (and hopefully a reverse jinx too)

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 2:40 PM MST up reply actions  

play him tomorrow!

seriously though if he can come back and play when could be his first game?

"NI-YIY-YICE PANTS!"

by AlyCat13 on Jan 21, 2011 2:28 PM MST reply actions  

This brings a smile to my face…here’s hoping the boys can get a quick motivational speech or some pointers…

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:28 PM MST reply actions  

Maybe just being around him would be like seeing Jesus for the first time for some of the guys.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:30 PM MST up reply actions  

They’ve played against Howard though…

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:32 PM MST up reply actions  

Howard = Jesus

Foppa = Mjollnir

by MalachiConstant on Jan 21, 2011 2:36 PM MST up reply actions  

HA!!!!!!

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:38 PM MST up reply actions  

That just gave me wood.

2010-2011 Colorado Avalanche: pretty good at hockey since they can't get into the bars yet.

by Hopfenkopf on Jan 21, 2011 2:38 PM MST up reply actions  

Way to hammer home the point…

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by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 2:39 PM MST up reply actions  

Way to bang it in there.

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 5:13 PM MST up reply actions  

:)

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:40 PM MST up reply actions  

Ok

I had to rec that,
And I’m totally going to hell with you!

"That's what We DO"-Paul Stastny
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by gl avfan on Jan 22, 2011 7:18 AM MST up reply actions  

I wish I lived close to Denver so I could get to these practices. Only time I ever got to see Forsberg live was when he was with the Flyers :(

by cody_p on Jan 21, 2011 2:32 PM MST reply actions  

Never happened.

"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.

by Dixomatic on Jan 21, 2011 2:32 PM MST up reply actions  

I thought the Flyers traded him before he ever played a game. The only reason they have a picture of him in the jersey is because he put it on on draft day, unlike someone he was traded for.

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 5:14 PM MST up reply actions  

he went back man, he went back.

maybe an internet pipe froze and burst
mwuahaha

by Uziel on Jan 21, 2011 5:16 PM MST up reply actions  

Ne he didn’t man, it never happened.

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 6:14 PM MST up reply actions  

please sign and play for tomorrow’s game against Boston at the very least. Would love to see something like that when i’m actually at the game.

maybe an internet pipe froze and burst
mwuahaha

by Uziel on Jan 21, 2011 2:35 PM MST reply actions  

no it doesn’t

I am the most humble blogger of all time

by David Driscoll-Carignan on Jan 21, 2011 3:18 PM MST up reply actions  

it could

Galiardi did not need to be sent down for Stoa to come up. We know that TJ needed a wake up but they haven’t filled that second “scratched” forward spot yet. Not saying that they will sign Forsberg but i’m sure they have kept a spot open for potential moves (via trade, waivers, signings)

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by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 4:39 PM MST up reply actions  

I’m 80% sure he doesn’t have to pass through waivers… right?

Each of my replies is a work of art, each more brilliant than the last.

by An Unmitigated Disaster on Jan 21, 2011 2:35 PM MST reply actions  

he does not

maybe an internet pipe froze and burst
mwuahaha

by Uziel on Jan 21, 2011 2:36 PM MST up reply actions  

Correct

2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: The Asskickers of the Amazing

by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 2:36 PM MST up reply actions  

But he has to sign by a certain date

or he will have to

2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: The Asskickers of the Amazing

by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 2:38 PM MST up reply actions  

Hope we can spare the cap space. I’m sure Sherman is weighing the options.

"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.

by Dixomatic on Jan 21, 2011 2:39 PM MST up reply actions  

I'm sure the ticket office is weighing the options

along with the sports shop, and …

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by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 2:40 PM MST up reply actions  

Damn, if he signs then people can actually get a blueberry jersey with his name on it, and he will have worn all 6 Avs jerseys.

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 5:16 PM MST up reply actions  

probably be in any contract he signs that he has games off on back-to-backs and when 3rd jerseys are used.

2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: The Asskickers of the Amazing

by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 5:19 PM MST up reply actions  

finally we get to see the genious that is sherman not signing ANYONE or showing signs of life in the off season. Keeping his cards close to his chest.

"It’s something you dream about to hopefully play in the NHL All-Star Game one day. To be able to do that is a great honor and I’m very excited."

by RyanO'Reilly FanClub on Jan 21, 2011 3:06 PM MST up reply actions  

So have ticket sales seen a jump in the last hour?

2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: The Asskickers of the Amazing

by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 2:36 PM MST reply actions  

From Dutchy's twitter:

So excited to skate with one of my boyhood idols, Peter Forsberg. One of the most surreal things ever

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:39 PM MST reply actions  

FUCKED THAT UP

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:39 PM MST up reply actions  

So excited to skate with one of my boyhood idols, Peter Forsberg. One of the most surreal things ever

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:39 PM MST up reply actions  

Rec’d.

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 2:41 PM MST up reply actions  

Indeed.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:42 PM MST up reply actions  

this!!!!!!!!

"It’s something you dream about to hopefully play in the NHL All-Star Game one day. To be able to do that is a great honor and I’m very excited."

by RyanO'Reilly FanClub on Jan 21, 2011 3:06 PM MST up reply actions  

Already

trending on Twitter

Remember when the Colorado Avalanche used to fill opposing nets like Santa Claus?

by Bill Stone on Jan 21, 2011 2:42 PM MST reply actions  

Between this and Duke Nukem…who would’ve thought! lol

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:43 PM MST up reply actions  

Tonight we’re gonna twitter like it’s 1999.

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 2:45 PM MST up reply actions  

Duchene’s tweet is a top tweet

by Freakoffaleash on Jan 21, 2011 2:44 PM MST up reply actions  

Its not news about another injury so i’ll file this under good news

by Suitcase on Jan 21, 2011 2:43 PM MST reply actions  

Here is an idea, put Foppa in Koci’s spot on bench I bet our attitude changes real quick and we only need him for 4-5 min a game ……

by Freakoffaleash on Jan 21, 2011 2:43 PM MST reply actions  

Well the PP would improve a LOT

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by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 2:45 PM MST up reply actions  

I found a good idea on HF boards! Sign him to a one-game tryout with the Avs if he can’t go and get him a standing ovation last game of the season and retire his number next season.

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:44 PM MST reply actions  

Big Break

Sounds like Dean Lombardi caught a break. His big mouth is playing second-string to the news of Foppa practicing with the Avs!

by Bent42 on Jan 21, 2011 2:44 PM MST reply actions  

Lombardi wasn’t pretty correct though in saying that the people up there suck at their job.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:45 PM MST up reply actions  

was..not wasn’t

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:45 PM MST up reply actions  

Ya but to say that the BS call (it was) was because someone was stiffed for the Kings GM job? Big Balls, and it cost him $50k.

But who cares about that? Foppa is skating with the Avs!

by Bent42 on Jan 21, 2011 2:48 PM MST up reply actions  

So he got fined 50k for telling the refs they made a mistake…yet the refs/Toronto who made the call don’t get any repercussions for costing the team a goal? Possibly 2 points, possible a playoff spot?

What a joke…

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:50 PM MST up reply actions  

It’s one thing to complain about an obviously bad call that was badly reviewed (here’s a picture of why http://a323.yahoofs.com/ymg/ept_sports_nhl_experts__85/ept_sports_nhl_experts-965040880-1295622549.jpg?ymVWzbED5OJAvi0a ) but an entirely other thing to question the integrity of the League VP of Operations.

by Bent42 on Jan 21, 2011 2:52 PM MST up reply actions  

Well I question the integrity of a lot of officials at that level.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:53 PM MST up reply actions  

Me too. Them and the people that are responsible for putting them there

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 2:57 PM MST up reply actions  

Is this the same guy that said the Avs didn’t score last night? Though I will admit it’s a lot harder to see that the Avs scored than it is to see that the Coyotes scored off a high stick.

Wait Foppa’s skating……

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 5:22 PM MST up reply actions  

Until the refs come out and start apologizing or the NHL starts fining/punishing the refs/Toronto, he’s justified to say how he feels.

I don’t like how people who can change the entire game aren’t held accountable.

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:53 PM MST up reply actions  

I don’t like how these people have basically nullified the entire reason for having instant replay in the first place, solely through their own incompetence

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 2:56 PM MST up reply actions  

Exactly….All 4 officials on the ice agree that it shouldn’t have been a goal after reviewing the replays, yet someone THOUSANDS of miles away decides it was a good goal.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:59 PM MST up reply actions  

That’s not exactly right. In Toronto they decided that there wasn’t conclusive evidence to overturn the call on the ice. The difference is subtle, but it’s there.

Now, the Kings are my second favorite team and I watched the game last night and the call and review were complete crap, but I still think Lombardi crossed the line.

by Bent42 on Jan 21, 2011 3:13 PM MST up reply actions  

Lombardi was in the wrong with his statement but he doesn’t deserve to be fined 50k for speaking his mind. You misinterpreted my statement, I know WHY Toronto didn’t overturn it, but I was agreeing with Red. Why have officials and a replay process at the rink if a goals fate rests upon the shoulders of someone not even attending the game?

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:16 PM MST up reply actions  

I don’t mind the war room thing, I just think the execution is piss poor. I third grader could have said the Avs goal was good.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 3:17 PM MST up reply actions  

“a” third grader.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 3:18 PM MST up reply actions  

Hanzal’s goal should have been recalled too. It’s a bad call period. And while yeah something like that shouldn’t drastically turn the tide of the game, we all saw the result of the Stoa goal. Shit like that as a topping on the shit salad that is Flash being done for the season is enough to deflate a young group of guys.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:20 PM MST up reply actions  

Ok, Ok, Piss on Toronto. 2 bad reviews against my 2 favorite teams in the same night!

Lombardi was right to complain, but I still think he crossed an invisible line by linking the bad call to events involving the Kings in the past. Hell, maybe it’s even true but it’s just not something that a GM should be airing out in public.

by Bent42 on Jan 21, 2011 3:21 PM MST up reply actions  

In no way was it professional, but they shouldn’t fine him for such things. Hell he already called the guy and apologized. Kissing that d-bags ass should be punishment enough. Holding GM’s responsible when they say something negative out of haste is all fine and dandy, but hold the officials who make piss poor calls responsible too.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:23 PM MST up reply actions  

but hold the officials who make piss poor calls responsible too.

Yeah. there is no haste, and absolutely no excuse to mess up the call in these instances. Some can be controversial i admit, but to mess up blatantly obvious calls… well I’d sound off too. And take the fine while not kissing ass.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 3:28 PM MST up reply actions  

It was close, but probably not a goal.

Lombardi deserved to be fined though. More than 50K if you ask me.

His silence in relation to when he benefited from the same thing against the Canucks in the playoffs last year and his noisiness now are kinda a black and white, 2 sides to the coin thing.

Or puck karma, whichever.

Good luck with Forsberg. Those ankles and feet won’t allow him to be the same player, but who knows right?

Should put a few more butts in the seats if nothing else.

Nuck’s Misconduct Reverend/ Church of the kesLORD."At the beginning of the game I said to myself, "I completely forgot that the Canucks signed Hamhuis." Then after watching that game I was reminded why he was one of the most sought after FA’s this off-season. Him and Bieksa killed our top line tonight." MyFriendCorey-Japers Rink. 1/14/11

by vancitydan on Jan 21, 2011 3:31 PM MST up reply actions  

Watched the “goal” by Hanzal a lot, his stick was well above the crossbar.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:32 PM MST up reply actions  

Yeah…but so what, you know? The ref is right behind the net, he called it good. Compare him to Jim Joyce or something, but they are human.

Lombardi was way worse last night than the Canucks when we got equally screwed out of a good goal…in the playoffs. Which is way worse!

They even out.

Kings need that to obfuscate the fact they suddenly cannot score. ;-)

Nuck’s Misconduct Reverend/ Church of the kesLORD."At the beginning of the game I said to myself, "I completely forgot that the Canucks signed Hamhuis." Then after watching that game I was reminded why he was one of the most sought after FA’s this off-season. Him and Bieksa killed our top line tonight." MyFriendCorey-Japers Rink. 1/14/11

by vancitydan on Jan 21, 2011 3:37 PM MST up reply actions  

All 4 officials at the game reportedly said after the review the goal was no good.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:38 PM MST up reply actions  

Then they should have done so during the game. To me, its a case of the Kings had a great break once, and a bad break last night.

Evens out.

Nuck’s Misconduct Reverend/ Church of the kesLORD, Bishop in the 1st Church of the Luongod. "The Canuck" is tough, he's fearless and he is not afraid of physical work. In look, he is mostly human, combined with certain attributes of a killer whale. (Thx Stan Lee! )

by vancitydan on Jan 21, 2011 4:10 PM MST up reply actions  

I do cut on ice officials slack. I do not cut replay officials slack. No excuse imo.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 3:41 PM MST up reply actions  

Beachie is it an open practice?

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 2:44 PM MST reply actions  

That’s what I was wondering! And when do they practice?

by xskatebakerrx on Jan 21, 2011 2:59 PM MST up reply actions  

the article says 8:00am at the Can tomorrow, so I don’t know if it’s actually open to the public, others will have to find that out.

maybe an internet pipe froze and burst
mwuahaha

by Uziel on Jan 21, 2011 3:00 PM MST up reply actions  

8 am at the Pepsi Center I saw. Anyone know the best bet on how to see him? I’ve been trying for years to get my Foppa Nordiques signed

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:00 PM MST up reply actions  

After practices at the FSC. When the guys are leaving the rink, they usually stop for pics and autographs.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:06 PM MST up reply actions  

ill be there sunday in my blue foppa nords then. you can count on it

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:07 PM MST up reply actions  

The practice at the Pepsi Center is closed. However, on non-game days they practice at the Family Sports Center in Englewood/Centinniel. Those are open to the public.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:05 PM MST up reply actions  

so there should be practice sunday at family sports? and how likely is it to catch him for a sig at a pepsi center morning skate

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:06 PM MST up reply actions  

I’ve no idea about the Pepsi Center. I question how easy that will be. And yes, there should be practice on Sunday. You have to call each morning, though, since they sometimes get the day off. I usually call at 9:30 am as they are usually on the ice by 10:30-10:45. Sometimes weekends start in the afternoon, but since tomorrow is an afternoon game, I’d bank on morning on Sunday.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:08 PM MST up reply actions  

thanks beachie, i spose ill see you there

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:09 PM MST up reply actions  

FYI, just called Family Sports to double check. There IS a practice scheduled Sunday morning, with ice time reserved from 10:15 to 12:30. As of now that is open to the public. The girl on desk was not yet aware the Forsberg may be practicing with the team.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 3:25 PM MST up reply actions  

:)

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:26 PM MST up reply actions  

You still need to call in the morning. Just because it’s on the schedule doesn’t mean it’s going to happen. If they’re canceling, they usually do it the morning of. Just an FYI. Tho, in this case, I wouldn’t mind taking the chance. Meet you there? 9:30?

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:30 PM MST up reply actions  

ill be there with my buddy a little earlier. I expect that a sunday morning practice with a newly-returned Foppa warrants a 9am arrival. Ill save you a seat, tho, fo sho.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 3:38 PM MST up reply actions  

i will be there with my old man sometime around 9:30 i think. Where is the underground parking lot?

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:39 PM MST up reply actions  

Dunno, I always park on the surface lot.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 3:40 PM MST up reply actions  

i mean this spot were the players come out after?

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:41 PM MST up reply actions  

Dunno that either. I expect there might be a person or two there with the same idea tho.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 3:43 PM MST up reply actions  

When you’re looking at the front doors, it’s around to the left across from the golf course.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 4:55 PM MST up reply actions  

OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG

I love Forsberg. 100% the reason I became a hockey fan. There’s a 99% chance he gets hurt within 5 minutes of hitting the ice, and I don’t care. He’s a joy to watch.

btw, I totally called this. Forsberg loves to be a hero. He’s a LW. We need a hero at LW. Perfect.

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 2:46 PM MST reply actions  

Forsberg at 10% capacity >>> 95% of the NHL at full capacity

’nuf said.

2010-2011 Colorado Avalanche: pretty good at hockey since they can't get into the bars yet.

by Hopfenkopf on Jan 21, 2011 2:51 PM MST up reply actions   1 recs

EXACTLY

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:51 PM MST up reply actions  

It’s true, it’s true.

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:54 PM MST up reply actions  

Fact!

HOLØS. AN ACTUAL SPOT AS A MAIN D-MEN ON THE AVALANCHE. WHEN.

by Chris Damasceno on Jan 21, 2011 8:25 PM MST up reply actions  

Well..pretty sure Stan Lee just couldn’t come up with a guardian for the Avs so he is bringing back Forsberg.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:52 PM MST up reply actions  

With new legs?

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 2:54 PM MST up reply actions  

Just a picture of Forsberg wearing his jersey, done.

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:54 PM MST up reply actions  

see below

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 2:54 PM MST up reply actions  

This is the first story in a LONG time where I had to check the date to see if there was an error!! Talk about out of the blue!! Not only is he practicing but practicing here in Denver

Do we have any cap money to spend? Just checking.

by Jeru1975 on Jan 21, 2011 2:47 PM MST reply actions  

I’m thinking that this must be due to the fact that I wore my Forsberg jersey while playing pond hockey earlier today.

It’s too unlikely not to be ;)

by cody_p on Jan 21, 2011 2:48 PM MST reply actions  

ME TOO!!!! But it was rink hockey not pond

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 2:50 PM MST up reply actions  

I’ll be wearing my Foppa jersey watching tomm’s game.

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 2:49 PM MST reply actions  

I really hope he can play

it seems like we never get anything but bad news about this team and this would be a very nice change of pace….hoping

"NI-YIY-YICE PANTS!"

by AlyCat13 on Jan 21, 2011 2:52 PM MST reply actions  

Already said this on twitter haha.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:54 PM MST up reply actions  

beat me to it

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 2:55 PM MST up reply actions  

Because he’s got a 16-hour advantage.

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 2:56 PM MST up reply actions  

Anyone want to bet on who will win the Super Bowl?

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 2:57 PM MST up reply actions  

Here’s a hint. It isn’t Sidney Crosby, you can take that to the bank.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:01 PM MST up reply actions  

87.7

they’re talking about it now

"NI-YIY-YICE PANTS!"

by AlyCat13 on Jan 21, 2011 2:54 PM MST reply actions  

Wait, on mainstream radio? Unpossible!

"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.

by Dixomatic on Jan 21, 2011 2:57 PM MST up reply actions  

well

they talked about it for 2 mins…said they would come back to it later….

"NI-YIY-YICE PANTS!"

by AlyCat13 on Jan 21, 2011 2:59 PM MST up reply actions  

So later means in a couple of days?

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 5:32 PM MST up reply actions  

Does anyone know if it’ll be open practice, and it’d be at the can if there was one?

by JDizz on Jan 21, 2011 2:58 PM MST reply actions  

Believe the Avs website said it would be at the Pepsi Center prior to the game.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:00 PM MST up reply actions  

Pepsi Center practices are only open to the media and personal invites of the team. You’ll have to wait until Sunday at the earliest at the Family Sports Center.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:10 PM MST up reply actions  

Does Foppa take Crosby’s spot at the All-Star Game?

by cody_p on Jan 21, 2011 3:01 PM MST reply actions   1 recs

That’d be awesome lol.

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 3:01 PM MST up reply actions  

Indeed

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:02 PM MST up reply actions  

Isn’t Hemsky’s spot still available?

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 3:02 PM MST up reply actions  

Just called the can box office. Not an open practice.

by JDizz on Jan 21, 2011 3:02 PM MST reply actions  

See above.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:11 PM MST up reply actions  

lolz...

I just added Forsberg to my fantasy roster…you know….just in case!

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:02 PM MST reply actions  

Are you on YahooSports?

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 3:03 PM MST up reply actions  

ESPN

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:10 PM MST up reply actions  

HA!

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:04 PM MST up reply actions  

OMG! OMG! AHHHHH! OMG! OMG! :D

"I believe that if life gives you lemons, you should make lemonade... And try to find somebody whose life has given them vodka, and have a party." ~ Ron White

by AndiRose on Jan 21, 2011 3:05 PM MST reply actions  

All Forsberg has to do is play better than Yip or Stoa

And he earns a contract. Shouldn’t be too hard

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by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 3:06 PM MST reply actions  

It’s the being healthy part…

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 3:06 PM MST up reply actions  

exactly

because if he’s not 100%, he won’t play. It’s not that the Avs wouldn’t want him to or leave a spot for him. It’s that he will refuse to play if he can’t play “his” game. I respect that a lot.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 3:11 PM MST up reply actions  

Forsberg skating on his knees...

would probably look better out there than Yip right now.

You could even do a line change and tell Peter to stand at the other team’s blue line and just wait there for the Avs to go on the offense and he’d be better defensively than Yip right now

2010-11 Colorado Avalanche: The Asskickers of the Amazing

by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 4:42 PM MST up reply actions  

this

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:06 PM MST up reply actions  

Haha!!! I just LOL’d! Literally.

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 3:13 PM MST up reply actions  

The sad part is that you did this prior to the news about Foppa.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:13 PM MST up reply actions  

Hey Bruins…thanks for Hunwick. Have fun playing against Foppa you douche bags.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:07 PM MST reply actions  

P.S.

Don’t hurt him.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:09 PM MST up reply actions  

Elway won the Super Bowl at 36

just sayin’

"NI-YIY-YICE PANTS!"

by AlyCat13 on Jan 21, 2011 3:09 PM MST reply actions  

The Avs management needs to stop being insulted. Theyhave a plan. This not only bolsters the team, it gives the team confidence. It shows the brass cares and will do what is right. 5 minutes a game of Forsberg is 5 minutes that will fuck with every team’ head.

I bow to you Sherman. All hail Sherman!

Rome wasn't built in a day; Jimmy Howard built it in 36 minutes.

by c6hor8 on Jan 21, 2011 3:14 PM MST via mobile reply actions  

That’s like bowing to a recent lottery winner for having a “plan” to win it.

Unless Forsberg is bringing his Mom’s recipe for a killer penalty kill with a side of shut down defense, we’re still just a bolstered and confident offensive team.

"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.

by Dixomatic on Jan 21, 2011 3:28 PM MST up reply actions  

But a bolstered and confident offensive team people will pay ridiculous ticket prices to see play

by MalachiConstant on Jan 21, 2011 3:29 PM MST up reply actions  

Yes, and I am one of them. Forsberg to Stewart FTW.

"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.

by Dixomatic on Jan 21, 2011 3:35 PM MST up reply actions  

Yes, and I am one of them. Forsberg to StewartDuchene or Hejduk FTW.

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by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 4:44 PM MST up reply actions  

I disagree. They could go and sign someone crazy. They could start trading talent. They could gut our depth. They could do nothing and have the team little by little lose confidence. This won’t help the PK or the defense. But it does give the young a team of confidence that they need to get through this tough stretch of injuries.

Rome wasn't built in a day; Jimmy Howard built it in 36 minutes.

by c6hor8 on Jan 21, 2011 5:04 PM MST up reply actions  

Any chance Forsberg puts his hand on Mueller’s head and suddenly he’s healed?

by amit916 on Jan 21, 2011 3:14 PM MST reply actions  

canucklehead has a new idea for the gdt…

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by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 3:15 PM MST up reply actions  

:) you have the right idea

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:17 PM MST up reply actions  

I like your way of thinking. Lord Howard may not.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:35 PM MST up reply actions  

Buddy Christ!

Hriscay Oddamngay Other-fuckingmay Ewartstay. Ownay.

by Paul X on Jan 21, 2011 3:52 PM MST up reply actions  

Buddy Foppa

"It’s something you dream about to hopefully play in the NHL All-Star Game one day. To be able to do that is a great honor and I’m very excited."

by RyanO'Reilly FanClub on Jan 21, 2011 4:00 PM MST up reply actions  

This… is the most amazing thing I have ever seen.

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Matt Duchene... better at being Pavel Datsyuk than Pavel Datsyuk...

by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 4:08 PM MST up reply actions  

I like it, although his head is quite Trotz-ian.

Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.

by Dan Winkler on Jan 21, 2011 6:36 PM MST up reply actions  

the funny thing is, i had already made a bruins gdt with the return of Ray Bourque sealing us the win, now time to make some alterations

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:41 PM MST up reply actions  

HOLY SHIT

:O :O :O
:D :D :D

THE RIGHT NUMBER OF MEN ON THE ICE ALL GAME. WHEN.

by SteveHouse on Jan 21, 2011 3:15 PM MST reply actions  

twittah:

@Matt9Duchene
Matt Duchene
So excited to skate with one of my boyhood idols, Peter Forsberg. One of the most surreal things ever

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:19 PM MST reply actions  

Oh sup guys, can I practice with you?

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:27 PM MST reply actions  

“Is the No. 21 still available? You guys didn’t give it to Wyatt Smith or T.J. Hensick or nothin’? Am I still the marketing department?”

"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.

by Dixomatic on Jan 21, 2011 3:30 PM MST up reply actions   1 recs

Isn't Cummer

contractually obligated to donate his legs from the knees down in the event of a Foppa return?

by pra4snow on Jan 21, 2011 3:29 PM MST reply actions  

MAKE THIS SURGERY HAPPEN NOW!

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:30 PM MST up reply actions  

I weigh like 150, I should be able to hold him down no problem if you do the rest.

by MalachiConstant on Jan 21, 2011 3:32 PM MST up reply actions  

Well I am an aircraft hydraulic mechanic. Leg surgery has to be a lot like replacing bad actuators.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:34 PM MST up reply actions  

Can you go ahead and give Stewie something like the Luke Skywalker hand while you’re at it?

by pra4snow on Jan 21, 2011 3:42 PM MST up reply actions  

Best I can do is Elton John hands.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:45 PM MST up reply actions  

I thought he lent those to Koci?

by pra4snow on Jan 21, 2011 3:45 PM MST up reply actions  

Koci does play a pretty mean piano solo.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:46 PM MST up reply actions  

It’s the only explanation for his refusal to put them to use in a fight

by pra4snow on Jan 21, 2011 3:47 PM MST up reply actions  

Saturday Night’s Alright For Fighting…

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 3:48 PM MST up reply actions  

If there’s anything we’ve ever learned from South Park, it’s that this doesn’t work.

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 3:33 PM MST up reply actions  

No, that’s only when you use testicles as knee caps.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:34 PM MST up reply actions  

Is there any other option?

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 3:36 PM MST up reply actions  

Pronger’s testicles could be great kneecaps.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:39 PM MST up reply actions  

Tickets. Sold.

It cannot be shown that luck actually exists, hence luck is nothing more than a word used by one in a self delusional assumption of understanding events of which one is informed or which one witnesses. As such, it is a word which superstitious people use to simultaneously presume to have insight into events and, paradoxically, to cease efforts to understand the causes and effects of those same events.

by Dario on Jan 21, 2011 3:36 PM MST reply actions  

Since Dutchies wing is cursed you might as well embrace it with the most injury prone player in the history of the NHL. It’s like Lieutenant Dan shouting at God.

It cannot be shown that luck actually exists, hence luck is nothing more than a word used by one in a self delusional assumption of understanding events of which one is informed or which one witnesses. As such, it is a word which superstitious people use to simultaneously presume to have insight into events and, paradoxically, to cease efforts to understand the causes and effects of those same events.

by Dario on Jan 21, 2011 3:37 PM MST up reply actions  

the curse and foppa’s injury proneness will counteract to make him invincible

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:38 PM MST up reply actions  

I think the cursed player and cursed position cancel each other out, right?

"I'm sick of following my dreams. I'm just going to ask them where they're goin', and hook up with them later." -- M.H.

by Dixomatic on Jan 21, 2011 3:38 PM MST up reply actions  

jinx

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:39 PM MST up reply actions  

Well this is simple…just have him play on the 2nd line with Stastny :)

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:40 PM MST up reply actions  

lets be honest. fopp-stazz-stewart would become the top line

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:42 PM MST up reply actions  

Indeed it would.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:43 PM MST up reply actions  

forsberg-stastny-stewart
jones-duchene-hejduk
winnik-oreilly-porter
mcleod-dupuis-stoa

:)

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:44 PM MST up reply actions  

Sounds like a Dater reverse jinx ®

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 3:42 PM MST up reply actions  

Some people on HFBoards make me want to slap their mother:

I hope Jim Rome offers a $3,000 bounty for someone to end him like he did when Gordie Howe played a game in the IHL in the 90’s

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:40 PM MST reply actions  

HF is the worst place to visit when it comes to anything Forsberg related.

by cody_p on Jan 21, 2011 3:42 PM MST up reply actions  

:)

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:45 PM MST up reply actions  

Yeah that one was begging for a fix.

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by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 3:46 PM MST up reply actions  

HF is the worst place to visit when it comes to anything Forsberg hockey related.

Fixed.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:43 PM MST up reply actions  

Really though, HF is like one of those TV courtrooms compared to an actual courtroom.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:44 PM MST up reply actions  

I don’t even wanna imagine how McLeod would react if this happens.

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 3:43 PM MST up reply actions  

And Foote.

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 21, 2011 3:43 PM MST up reply actions  

Especially Foote.

THE RIGHT NUMBER OF MEN ON THE ICE ALL GAME. WHEN.

by SteveHouse on Jan 21, 2011 3:49 PM MST up reply actions  

The only thing that can make this better, is if Peter joins Matt and Paul and they do a 3 person Bang Bang dance

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:49 PM MST reply actions   1 recs

You just described my happy place

by pra4snow on Jan 21, 2011 3:50 PM MST up reply actions  

And Sakic looked down from his box and saw that all was good.

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:51 PM MST up reply actions  

lol

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 3:56 PM MST up reply actions  

This is great for the guys, maybe the best possible thing, even if Forsberg never suits up for anybody. It gives them something positive, you know, something to let them maybe even relax and have some fun. Something good to be excited for.

THE RIGHT NUMBER OF MEN ON THE ICE ALL GAME. WHEN.

by SteveHouse on Jan 21, 2011 3:50 PM MST reply actions  

I can barely imagine how Matt feels right now, skating, and hopefully playing with your childhood idol

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:51 PM MST up reply actions  

If he ends up with an Ovechtrick against the Bs we’ll know why :D

THE RIGHT NUMBER OF MEN ON THE ICE ALL GAME. WHEN.

by SteveHouse on Jan 21, 2011 3:57 PM MST up reply actions  

I’m sure he was bummed when Sakic retired with out getting to play with him. Skating next to Foppa (and possibly playing) has to be a big pick me up.

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 5:39 PM MST up reply actions   1 recs

EXACTLY!

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:51 PM MST up reply actions  

So let me get this right..

Gali says “Practice?!”

Foppa says “I get to practice?!”

Colin Campbell doesn't have the balls to eject Semin.

by Randy Time on Jan 21, 2011 3:51 PM MST reply actions  

After that game against Nashville last night, I’m wondering if he considered for a moment going back to skate with that club.

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by Dixomatic on Jan 21, 2011 3:56 PM MST reply actions  

i would bet it deterred him from it, i mean. if you’re gonna come back have some fun! not sit around in a boring trap

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 3:58 PM MST up reply actions  

I believe last night proved conclusively that NSH does not need any scoring help. I mean, that must be the reason, right?

RIGHT?!?

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by Hopfenkopf on Jan 21, 2011 3:59 PM MST up reply actions  

Maybe Sacco won’t play him 20+ minutes in his first game back like Q.

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by Dario on Jan 21, 2011 3:59 PM MST reply actions  

ha ha truth, though thats his trend with forwards anyway. Stewart’s first game was light on ice time, its just the d-men he plays forever

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 4:01 PM MST up reply actions  

I think i found our captain for next year…

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 4:04 PM MST reply actions  

Interesting.

Hriscay Oddamngay Other-fuckingmay Ewartstay. Ownay.

by Paul X on Jan 21, 2011 4:46 PM MST up reply actions  

I’ve literally been running around the office yelling the GREAT news at everyone I see, and no one returns my ecstasy?!? I wish people in LA were smarter — scratch that, I wish I was in Colorado. ….

by Brett Shumway on Jan 21, 2011 4:54 PM MST reply actions  

i called everyone i’ve ever been to a hockey game with!

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 5:02 PM MST up reply actions  

So I was thinking on the way home (crazy, huh?) that if Foppa is able to make it back, it’s not going to be for many years and he’ll surely want to spend those years with the Avs. And that led me to think there’s a chance there was an agreement ahead of time: “sure you can come practice with us…just remember we get first dibs.” And THEN I thought it would be pretty dickish if either party didn’t do the “Forsberg to Avs” deal after that kind of agreement and/or this ramp up for the NHL time. So in the end, I convinced myself that Forsberg will wear the dreaded unipron (and make it look sexy for the first time ever) unless his foot (not Foote) says, "Fuck off.)

The Beachie has spoken.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 5:04 PM MST reply actions  

Forsberg will wear the dreaded unipron (and make it look sexy for the first time ever again)

fixed.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 5:28 PM MST up reply actions  

Per Dater...
Word from Sweden: Foppa’s foot hasn’t felt this good in five years. Wants to play this year and maybe next

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by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 5:05 PM MST reply actions   1 recs

:) captain for a year next year

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 5:06 PM MST up reply actions  

Where did you see this?

Forever grateful that Joe Sakic isn't a raging dick hole like Brett Favre.

by Rather Dashing on Jan 21, 2011 5:14 PM MST up reply actions  

dater’s twitter

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 5:15 PM MST up reply actions  

Dater’s Twitter.

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by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 5:15 PM MST up reply actions  

Weird. His twitter isn’t up to date for me. I don’t actually HAVE twitter, so maybe that’s the problem.

Forever grateful that Joe Sakic isn't a raging dick hole like Brett Favre.

by Rather Dashing on Jan 21, 2011 5:17 PM MST up reply actions  

That doesn’t surprise me. He wouldn’t be doing this if that wasn’t the case.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 5:26 PM MST up reply actions  

omg omg omg omg omg omg omg

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 5:52 PM MST up reply actions  

See… I can’t tell if your serious or not….

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by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 5:53 PM MST up reply actions  

definitely serious.

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 6:10 PM MST up reply actions  

Doc does play the tittering schoolgirl well.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 6:19 PM MST up reply actions  

"play"?

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by Hopfenkopf on Jan 21, 2011 10:49 PM MST up reply actions  

lol. a tittering schoolgirl with 6 laughing labs after Galiardi finally gets it in gear.

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 11:20 PM MST up reply actions  

If your wife will let you have half a dozen dogs, I guess that’s fine. Kinda weird though.

They sure are keeping our little wager close:

Yip: 40GP 7-8-15
Gali: 28GP 7-6-13

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by Hopfenkopf on Jan 22, 2011 9:34 AM MST up reply actions  

*jizz*

"When they should be throwing to the cutoff man, they are reading Men's Health for ab workout tips. When they should be sacrifice bunting, they are buying effeminate designer jeans. When they should be fouling off pitches, they are masturbating. Always, they are masturbating."

"God I'm excited for those two to fail miserably." - SBNation writer Andrew Sharp on Josh McDaniels and Tim Tebow.

by Tempestuous Binary on Jan 21, 2011 5:06 PM MST reply actions  

I am on cloud 9. Well cloud 21.

Rome wasn't built in a day; Jimmy Howard built it in 36 minutes.

by c6hor8 on Jan 21, 2011 5:06 PM MST reply actions  

Is it too early to purchase jerseys?

by Brett Shumway on Jan 21, 2011 5:07 PM MST up reply actions  

you cant be implying a lack of forsberg jersey!?

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 5:08 PM MST up reply actions  

i have a forsberg flyers jersey… but i’ll probably go with my white blank unipron for the game tomorrow

maybe an internet pipe froze and burst
mwuahaha

by Uziel on Jan 21, 2011 5:09 PM MST up reply actions  

I am very sorry to admit that I do not have a Foppa jersey. He he signs I may have to get a Foppa Nords jersey instead of a Foote one. Damn this dilema….

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 6:17 PM MST up reply actions  

Get two Nords. Problem solved. ;) I have a Nords Foote, and a Nords blank… I’ve been thinking of getting Guite as the blank…

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 21, 2011 6:20 PM MST up reply actions  

Can’t afford two (at least not this spring).

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 6:22 PM MST up reply actions  

I was teasing.

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 21, 2011 6:27 PM MST up reply actions  

I don’t see any cupcakes? ;-P

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 6:34 PM MST up reply actions  

That’s because you are married.

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 22, 2011 5:42 AM MST up reply actions  

I’m not, I want cupcakes!

Jonas Holøs- Putting the Ø in defense since 2010!

by niwotsblessing on Jan 22, 2011 6:48 AM MST up reply actions  

Then I guess you are a tease :-P

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 22, 2011 9:45 AM MST up reply actions  

Hahaha, you get daily cupcakes!

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 22, 2011 10:15 AM MST up reply actions  

FUCK. YEAH.

that is all.

No soup for you!

by creamy on Jan 21, 2011 5:11 PM MST reply actions  

MMMmmmm

This makes me feel good. Like nachos with a proper chip to cheese ratio (you always have more chips than cheese). Like a cold beer after a days work. Like getting your test results back and they read “Chlamydia – negative”.

Even if nothing comes from this, maybe a little inspiration will be rubbed off on the boys.

Younger and cheaper - Colorado Avalanche
Older and drunker - Me

by InYoFace on Jan 21, 2011 5:14 PM MST reply actions  

Like getting your test results back and they read "Chlamydia – negative".

And you know what this feels like how? ;-)

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 5:26 PM MST reply actions  

At least hes clean. It worries me more when people DONT get checked occasionally.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 5:55 PM MST up reply actions  

True. Should be done every 6 months.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 6:01 PM MST up reply actions  

Good god Beachie, what new job did you get?

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by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 6:03 PM MST up reply actions  

Seriously? If you’re having sex at all, you should get tested every 6 months. It takes about 4-6 months for HIV to show up on tests; if you get tested every 6 months, you know your status. Even people in “monogamous” relationships should do it because you never know… I do it even if I’m not sexually active. It’s just a habit now, like getting a physical or going to the dentist. Smart people don’t fuck around with that shit. And having taught sex ed made me that much more intelligent about all that sex stuff.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:12 PM MST up reply actions  

I just don’t have sex.

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by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 7:22 PM MST up reply actions  

Somehow I find that incredibly hard to believe.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:26 PM MST up reply actions  

:) Actually, not lately. I’m on a hiatus.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 7:34 PM MST up reply actions  

???

Where’s the GF?

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:35 PM MST up reply actions  

Dude we broke up in August. And believe it or not. I’m in Vail alone. Having a good time though, so don’t feel sorry for me.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 7:36 PM MST up reply actions  

Damn it! I just got more $$ on my paycheck than I expected. Had I known, I would SO be there!!

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:37 PM MST up reply actions  

I’ll be here til Monday. And it’s not like you need money for anything other than gas. Call me or something if you want to come up.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 7:38 PM MST up reply actions  

Not sure if my car can make it…how snowy is it? (Remember, 300 HP, rear wheel drive Mustang…)

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:42 PM MST up reply actions  

not very. Pavement was dry when I came here yesterday

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by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 7:45 PM MST up reply actions  

hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm

Going to the game tomorrow and out tomorrow night, but maybe Sunday…since I go to practices all the time, missing Foppas big return really isn’t that huge to me. I’ll see him next week. lol.

Let me think on it and I’ll text ya if I’m coming out.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:48 PM MST up reply actions  

ok

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 7:50 PM MST up reply actions  

and yeah, I know you aren’t a dude

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 7:37 PM MST up reply actions  

lol

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:42 PM MST up reply actions  

hard…?

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 7:35 PM MST up reply actions  

incredibly hard.

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by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 7:36 PM MST up reply actions  

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:36 PM MST up reply actions  

haha perfect

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 8:06 PM MST up reply actions  

I just imagined that being Duchene and Stastny in Foote’s basement.

Don’t ban me.

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 22, 2011 2:27 AM MST up reply actions  

Duchene and Radar maybe.

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 22, 2011 9:46 AM MST up reply actions  

This.

fml

A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.

by A.J. Haefele on Jan 21, 2011 7:31 PM MST up reply actions  

You’re married to eh?

Hriscay Oddamngay Other-fuckingmay Ewartstay. Ownay.

by Paul X on Jan 21, 2011 7:32 PM MST up reply actions  

Is that when one of your golf partners gets tested so you don’t have to?

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 6:28 PM MST up reply actions  

No, I just ask my friends if they know anyone with AIDS. And then they say no, which is a relief because they know me.

Sadly, I can’t take credit for the idea, that goes towards Mitch Hedberg.

by cody_p on Jan 21, 2011 6:29 PM MST up reply actions  

Ah, mitch, how we miss thee. I knew I’d heard that somewhere though.

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by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 6:42 PM MST up reply actions  

supposedly Forsberg is in town for 10 DAYS

at least he won’t let things linger if he’s not going to sign… right? ;)

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by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 5:39 PM MST reply actions  

So I’m going out clubbing tonight… and I feel PRETTY DAMN GOOD! Someone is going to have a fucking good night!

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 21, 2011 5:54 PM MST reply actions  

Have fun, be safe (see above about the whole test results thing)

Hriscay Oddamngay Other-fuckingmay Ewartstay. Ownay.

by Paul X on Jan 21, 2011 5:59 PM MST up reply actions  

Ha!

I’m going with a bunch of classmates… not gonna give them stuff to talk about on Monday!

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 21, 2011 6:01 PM MST up reply actions  

I just ranted to my girlfriend about how awesome this is. She didn't get it. I didn't care. Yeah!

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by Tempestuous Binary on Jan 21, 2011 6:00 PM MST reply actions  

WOOOOT

My roommate didn’t get it either. I may have screamed… he may have run upstairs…. he wasn’t happy when it was “just hockey”… sigh

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 21, 2011 6:02 PM MST up reply actions  

My Kings-fan friends are bitter…cuz they know they won’t get him if he does make it back.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 6:02 PM MST up reply actions  

mine didn’t either, although mine is a Canucks fan with a short term memory she probably already forgot/ignored Tuesday nights game

by Suitcase on Jan 21, 2011 6:58 PM MST up reply actions  

lines time!

I like

Forsberg – Duchene – Stewart
Jones – Stastny – Hejduk

at ES. why, you ask? why not with Hejduk? Forsberg needs a protector on the ice. Last time, in ‘08, he got absolutely beaten on (and beat on others, creating a vicious circle) and Stastny and Hejduk weren’t able to do anything. Not that I want Stewie fighting, but he scares people out there, and I want that.

on the PP top unit it should be Stewart, Stastny, Hejduk, Duchene, Liles.

YES.

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 6:11 PM MST reply actions  

Dear Doc. I think you are more excited than I am, and thats saying something. Love, matt.

Thanks Joe...

by mfured20 on Jan 21, 2011 6:21 PM MST up reply actions  

Foppa always got beat upon though. Damn that Hannan in the ’02 playoffs.

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 6:22 PM MST up reply actions  

but he scares people out there, and I want that.

This.

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by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 6:23 PM MST up reply actions  

Oh christ.

Here we go again.

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by A.J. Haefele on Jan 21, 2011 6:21 PM MST reply actions  

Oh hush.

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by i2strange97 on Jan 21, 2011 6:26 PM MST up reply actions  

I love foppa as much or more than doc, but yeah.

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by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 6:28 PM MST up reply actions  

It’s only practice?

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 6:35 PM MST up reply actions  

See I don’t get this. The guy is actually practicing with the team. Whether he makes it back into the NHL again or not really doesn’t matter. He’s going to give the team something to get excited about which, I guarantee, will translate to the ice. Moreover, Avs fans have had a lot of heartbreaking news recently with little to find joy in. This is something we can excited about. Whether he ever actually plays for the Avs or anyone else, why the fuck not speculate and get giddy and be stoked that he’s at least in Denver skating for the next 10 days? Would you rather lament about Fleischmann’s injury? Cuz that’s what we’d be doing if this news hadn’t dropped today.

I just don’t get the Downer Debbie stuff. Who gives a crap if we’ve gone through the “is he or isn’t he” shit before? Just enjoy this while it lasts.

/rant out

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:20 PM MST up reply actions   1 recs

freaking signed. so do not understand that attitude.

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 7:36 PM MST up reply actions  

Yay let's all get excited

and go down this road for the 345689347698327th time.

I’m just over it. Sorry that doesn’t jive with the fist-pumping, internet joy-riding goodness of basically everyone else in hurr. Maybe the whole ’let’s just get excited for excitement sake" isn’t something I’m up for right now, since you know, my life isn’t exactly sunshine and roses, either. And I’m not a rahrahrah kind of dude.

A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.

by A.J. Haefele on Jan 21, 2011 7:37 PM MST up reply actions  

Nope, you’re not. But we are. So let us be all excited about it. K?

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:39 PM MST up reply actions  

Why don’t you just wait and say “I told you so”? Wouldn’t that be more satisfying?

by Pinchy The Lobster on Jan 21, 2011 7:40 PM MST up reply actions  

Well, coming from experience, I can honestly say that “I told you so” doesn’t satisfy quite like you think.

BTW, that Liles dude…he’s having a good year, eh?

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:45 PM MST up reply actions  

Oh, wait. Forgot something

:)

A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.

by A.J. Haefele on Jan 21, 2011 7:45 PM MST up reply actions  

yeah yeah

nice try! ;-)

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:47 PM MST up reply actions  

Hahaha

I knew at least you’d get the humor there.

A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.

by A.J. Haefele on Jan 21, 2011 7:50 PM MST up reply actions  

<3 you

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:52 PM MST up reply actions  

Here Bubs, this'll make you feel better.

Remix!

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by Hopfenkopf on Jan 21, 2011 10:59 PM MST up reply actions  

I don’t get it. Is Bubs a big Warren Rychel fan or something?

Finally, I wanna thank God, because God gave me this Dundie. And I feel God in this Chili's tonight.

by Dan Winkler on Jan 21, 2011 11:50 PM MST up reply actions  

Just an a photo of the 96 Cup celebration Dan. You can untwist those panties now.

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by Hopfenkopf on Jan 22, 2011 9:36 AM MST up reply actions  

Holy hell is Foote young in that picture

and Deader behind him. Wooooweeeeee that was a long time ago.

A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.

by A.J. Haefele on Jan 22, 2011 12:20 AM MST up reply actions  

shhhhhhhh

you’ll ruin the magic

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 22, 2011 1:13 AM MST up reply actions  

That;s what I noticed too…

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 22, 2011 5:45 AM MST up reply actions  

Look at all the Panthers fans. If only someone had told them that this is the first and last time they’ll see the Stanley Cup.

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 22, 2011 2:31 AM MST up reply actions  

Flash + Mueller + Forsberg = 82 man games played?

Not Likely :(

My wife, the nurse, just explained to me how Flash can’t play on blood thinners because a small cut could make him bleed out on the ice. Meanwhile any bruising would lead to internal bleeding. One good check and its over.

yeah, sleep well tonight kiddos.

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by Hardshell_Taco_del_Lowayne on Jan 21, 2011 6:33 PM MST reply actions  

I’ve been saying all day that the reports that “his career’s not over, he’s all good” is bullshit. He will most likely have to stay on blood thinners for the rest of his life to avoid these clots. They’re not the first he’s had. And if he’s on blood thinners…see Taco’s comment.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:22 PM MST up reply actions  

I should rephrase that. It doesn’t even need to be a good check. I puck to the chest at low speed could kill him. As in the dead kind.

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by Hardshell_Taco_del_Lowayne on Jan 21, 2011 8:07 PM MST up reply actions  

Yup. Scary shit and it freaks me out. A lot.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 8:21 PM MST up reply actions  

I have a blood disorder that when it acts up, it acts up. My blood platelet count was so low at one point that my veins couldn’t keep it inside the veins… I literally could die from a small cut, but the bigger worry was internal bleeding. And my poor mother got a scary-as-Hell list that said all the ways I could die from internal bleeding because the count was so low. When I got back to Canada they were freaked out because it was so low. Getting a phone call for a specialist at 3 am is never a good thing.

I have to imagine that they’ll keep an eye out of his counts… but trust me when I say there is no freaking way he could play hockey.

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 22, 2011 5:50 AM MST up reply actions  

local radio station 106.7 just said that hes playing in tomorrows game. dunno if they are full of shit or what… :)

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'I gonna get my nose fixed, youll look at me and I'll be beautiful again' - Lappy again

by Jester248 on Jan 21, 2011 6:59 PM MST reply actions  

I vote full of shit

I am the most humble blogger of all time

by David Driscoll-Carignan on Jan 21, 2011 7:02 PM MST up reply actions   1 recs

Unless he signs a contract in the next 17 hours or so.

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 7:04 PM MST up reply actions  

They love fucking with people.

Hriscay Oddamngay Other-fuckingmay Ewartstay. Ownay.

by Paul X on Jan 21, 2011 7:22 PM MST up reply actions  

He might sign by then, but it seems awfully quick to try and slot him in the lineup so soon. Unless he plays Koci numbers time-wise…

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 22, 2011 5:52 AM MST up reply actions  

That’s a misreading reports thing: he’s practicing at the Pepsi Center tomorrow = he’s playing at the Pepsi Center tomorrow = he’s playing in the game at the Pepsi Center tomorrow

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:24 PM MST up reply actions  

Encouraging note, Dater says Foppa is “In much better condition than during his 08 return to the avs”

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 7:10 PM MST reply actions  

So we might get 10-12 games out of him instead of just 9?

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 7:27 PM MST up reply actions  

Well Canary is right. IF he plays, at MOST you will get handfull of games from him

"The only people we hate more than the Romans is the fucking Judean People's Front" (and the Red Wings of course)

by chiavsfan on Jan 21, 2011 7:36 PM MST up reply actions  

Ugh. No one knows. Yeah, you may be right and shit, but MY GOD, let people get all excited and stuff.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:41 PM MST up reply actions  

Oh, I’m excited…heck I just had my Forsberg jersey out yesterday. I’m also being realistic at the same time…maybe to temper my own excitement

"The only people we hate more than the Romans is the fucking Judean People's Front" (and the Red Wings of course)

by chiavsfan on Jan 21, 2011 7:47 PM MST up reply actions  

FUCK REALISM!!!

I just want to be all happy and shit. This year was supposed to be such a 180 from last year and yet it’s started off eerily similar. I’m hanging out on the Nile right now.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:50 PM MST up reply actions  

Are you dressed like Cleopatra?

"The only people we hate more than the Romans is the fucking Judean People's Front" (and the Red Wings of course)

by chiavsfan on Jan 21, 2011 7:52 PM MST up reply actions  

I can be…

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:52 PM MST up reply actions  

Hot.

"The only people we hate more than the Romans is the fucking Judean People's Front" (and the Red Wings of course)

by chiavsfan on Jan 21, 2011 7:55 PM MST up reply actions  

Oh you should definitely come up now.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 8:00 PM MST up reply actions  

You’re not going to break my arm this time, are you?

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 8:02 PM MST up reply actions  

lol. You can stay in the condo, sit in the hot tub, and watch my dog. I don’t even know what days I will ski. Probably tomorrow, but I don’t have discounts this year, and $100 a day is tough to swallow when I have a ton of other things on the wish list.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 8:11 PM MST up reply actions  

Let me rephrase that.

You’re not going to crash into a boulder this time are you?

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 8:13 PM MST up reply actions  

It was the ravine, dude. The boulder didn’t make a scratch. Get it right, K??

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 8:23 PM MST up reply actions  

oh right, like it wasn’t the fall, it was the sudden stop at the end, right?

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 8:23 PM MST up reply actions  

oh and I think of that every time I ski past there btw. So like, every time I ride lol.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 8:25 PM MST up reply actions  

Sweet! I like being thought of that often. =)

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 8:27 PM MST up reply actions  

It was the arm caught in the snow while the rest of my body twisted in the air. Man, it fucking sucked. No x-ray would pick it up cuz it was a twist fracture and settled right back in place. Walked around with a swollen, broken, horribly painful arm for over two weeks before someone finally MRIed it and got the cast on.

The drugs were fun, tho.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 8:26 PM MST up reply actions  

You shoulda just put some tape on it and sucked it up. Geez, I thought you were a hockey player.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 8:31 PM MST up reply actions  

Dude!

I freaking had some shots and went back up the mountain with you guys. And even NHLers need time to rehab…hellllooooo Chris Stewart.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 9:23 PM MST up reply actions  

Like I said, put some tape on it. Not like you need an arm to ride. Shots, maybe; arm, no.

Oh, btw, we aren’t in the nhl hon, we’re just trying to ride. ;) Rehab is for pussies. Love ya.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 22, 2011 12:00 AM MST up reply actions  

Damn that’s the last time I make a joke around here… ;-)

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 8:19 PM MST up reply actions  

Though if it leads to pictures of Beachie dressed like Cleopatra…..

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 8:20 PM MST up reply actions  

lol, I’ll be sure to take pics

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 8:23 PM MST up reply actions  

This is worthless without pictures.

2010-2011 Colorado Avalanche: pretty good at hockey since they can't get into the bars yet.

by Hopfenkopf on Jan 21, 2011 11:00 PM MST up reply actions  

yeah, workin on that

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 11:49 PM MST up reply actions  

Oh great, 23 minutes TOI per game here we come.

Q’s insanity in 08 directly led to a premature explosion of Foppa parts all over the ice. Man I am angry thinking of it.

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by Hardshell_Taco_del_Lowayne on Jan 21, 2011 8:09 PM MST up reply actions  

wow

i’d forgotten all about that. man was i mad at Q for that too.

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by thedoctor on Jan 21, 2011 8:20 PM MST up reply actions  

Seriously

Oh, hello Mr. Forsberg, I see you haven’t played hockey in years because injuries were piling up. Let’s ramp it up to 11 right away to get you going and keep it there.

"I’m predicting 50pts in the NHL for Hensick next season. Anyone want to put $20 on it?" - DetAvs, Jun 18, 2010 3:45 AM EDT

by Hardshell_Taco_del_Lowayne on Jan 21, 2011 9:42 PM MST up reply actions  

Got a txt earlier today about the news. Gotta say it’s a positive. I guess wearing number #21 last night had some good mojo…..

Donewick. Make it so.

by Hetz on Jan 21, 2011 7:26 PM MST reply actions  

Fantastic News

I hold out hope that he’ll be able to play even a handful of games with the Avs.

Positives no matter what:

- This generates interest in the team.
- His influence just being around the rink will make our young kids better.
- This all but solidifies the fact that if he ever plays again, it will be with the Avs.
- If this comeback fails, they can retire his jersey in the Pepsi Center.

by BraxtanFILM on Jan 21, 2011 7:47 PM MST reply actions  

Exactly.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 7:51 PM MST up reply actions  

Well, I’ve always assumed they would retire his number, but this does increase the chances of that happening a little sooner than later.

And I fully believe now, that when he eventually announces his retirement, it will be from behind a podium in the Pepsi Center with the Avalanche logo gracing the background behind him.

by BraxtanFILM on Jan 21, 2011 8:07 PM MST up reply actions  

This

"We find a way to win every single game almost. It's the sign of a great team. ... Good teams find a way to win on the road and win close games." - Foppa

by Hetz on Jan 21, 2011 7:54 PM MST up reply actions  

this

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 7:59 PM MST up reply actions  

I pretty much assume his jersey will be retired at the Can no matter what. Right next to the Duke’s, lol.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 8:01 PM MST up reply actions  

THISSSSSSSSSSSSSS

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 8:02 PM MST up reply actions  

In other news guys, the Avs homepage says that O’Reilly skated today! Already!

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 8:02 PM MST reply actions  

Wow

That’s so awesome!!!

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 8:03 PM MST up reply actions  

It’s the pleats…an optical illusion. I was actually going to take them back to the…pants store

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by chiavsfan on Jan 21, 2011 8:03 PM MST up reply actions  

Oh my. That + your username = …..ummm. Yeah.

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by Cheryl Bradley on Jan 21, 2011 8:04 PM MST up reply actions  

OMFG. LOL. SRSLY. So classic I have to speak in txt.

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 21, 2011 8:12 PM MST up reply actions  

I can’t believe there’s not a bong somewhere on that table

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by David Driscoll-Carignan on Jan 21, 2011 8:58 PM MST up reply actions  

That must be what he has in his shorts

No soup for you!

by creamy on Jan 21, 2011 9:00 PM MST up reply actions  

Why was this not rec’d?

AVS. HEALTHY. WHEN.

by StiflersMom on Jan 22, 2011 2:34 AM MST up reply actions  

Also, the Coyote’s Guardian is described as “A mysterious drifter” even Stan Lee knows they dont belong in Phoenix

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 8:05 PM MST reply actions  

When is Marvel going to sue? Some of these are looking like x-men

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by zandar on Jan 21, 2011 9:49 PM MST up reply actions  

Stan Lee is one of the guys helping with the project.

So I strongly doubt it’s going to happen anytime soon.

A little rudeness and disrespect can elevate a meaningless interaction to a battle of wills and add drama to an otherwise dull day.

by A.J. Haefele on Jan 21, 2011 10:39 PM MST up reply actions  

2010-2011 Colorado Avalanche: pretty good at hockey since they can't get into the bars yet.

by Hopfenkopf on Jan 21, 2011 11:05 PM MST up reply actions   1 recs

So this is some of the best Avs related news I’ve seen in a while and it does make me smile.

Howard knows I needed a distraction from the horrible news about Fleisch. This definitely helps. _

HOLØS. AN ACTUAL SPOT AS A MAIN D-MEN ON THE AVALANCHE. WHEN.

by Chris Damasceno on Jan 21, 2011 8:35 PM MST reply actions  

I needed a distraction from the horrible news about Fleisch. This definitely helps. _

Not when you keep bringing it up….

The Avs defense is "air tight"....so tight it's gasping for air and turning purple.

by Americanario on Jan 21, 2011 9:24 PM MST up reply actions  

First time even mentioned since…yeah…I’m just gonna shut up here and go back to repressing.

HOLØS. AN ACTUAL SPOT AS A MAIN D-MEN ON THE AVALANCHE. WHEN.

by Chris Damasceno on Jan 21, 2011 9:39 PM MST up reply actions  

I hope he can make it back. It actually makes sense because with Fleischmann and Mueller gone the roster spot is open. Because as we all know Forsberg is never injured…

wait a minute…

Okay he is almost always injured, but come on it’s Forsberg. There is a roster spot open and if he can it would be cool if he could fill it. Anyway they need to find some way to sell tickets. Hopefully he can have another go at it.

by Avs_Man on Jan 21, 2011 9:31 PM MST reply actions  

Still jazzed :D

THE RIGHT NUMBER OF MEN ON THE ICE ALL GAME. WHEN.

by SteveHouse on Jan 21, 2011 10:26 PM MST reply actions  

so excited I cant sleep!!!!

"I cannot really hear what Jeremy says because I've got my two Stanley Cup rings plugging my ear."-Patrick Roy

by brabin on Jan 21, 2011 11:01 PM MST reply actions  

this

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 21, 2011 11:38 PM MST up reply actions  

Ba dum dum dum da dum dum da da DA dum!

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 22, 2011 1:16 AM MST reply actions  

You smell that?? You smell that? Forsberg, son.

Nothing else in the world smells like that. I love the smell of Forsberg in the morning. Ya know, one time we had a goal bomb, for 12 hours, when it was all over, I walked up, we didn’t check one of them, not one stinking Red wing body… but that smell, that red wing smell…

 It smelled like… victory.

If I say its safe to skate this ice… its safe to skate this ice!!!

"In my experience, there's no such thing as luck" -Obi Wan Kenobi

by TheRed on Jan 22, 2011 1:40 AM MST reply actions  

Howard: “The horror…the horror”

No soup for you!

by creamy on Jan 22, 2011 6:13 AM MST up reply actions  

That loud "GULP" you just heard...

…was the rest of the NHL.

Jonas Holøs- Putting the Ø in defense since 2010!

by niwotsblessing on Jan 22, 2011 7:00 AM MST reply actions  

this

Chris Stewart, now with even more expletives

by Cole D Hamilton on Jan 22, 2011 8:01 AM MST up reply actions  

I am watching the press conference live. This guy definitely plans to come back.

No soup for you!

by creamy on Jan 22, 2011 9:45 AM MST reply actions  

:D

THE RIGHT NUMBER OF MEN ON THE ICE ALL GAME. WHEN.

by SteveHouse on Jan 22, 2011 10:10 AM MST up reply actions  

“How did it feel today?”

“Well I’m a little tired, I woke up at 1:30 this morning because of the time change and they throw me out there with 20-year olds” lol.

Dater put up this video of the press conference.

THE RIGHT NUMBER OF MEN ON THE ICE ALL GAME. WHEN.

by SteveHouse on Jan 22, 2011 10:25 AM MST up reply actions  

Yeah, I can’t imagine that Duchene got much sleep either!

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 22, 2011 10:40 AM MST up reply actions  

And if you were in town Winnik would not either.

Jonas Holøs- Putting the Ø in defense since 2010!

by niwotsblessing on Jan 22, 2011 10:57 AM MST up reply actions  

Oh my! ;)

Winnik is a fucking Win!

by Sandie Gauthier on Jan 22, 2011 10:58 AM MST up reply actions  

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