2018-19 NHL thread

Do YOU believe that I believe that?

 

I put that piece of s*** on ignore a long time ago. Troll.

 

Stay classy, Boston sports radio:

Boston radio host doesn’t like News and Observer hockey writer’s accent, ends interview

In quick summary, the idiots running the radio show hung up on News & Observer writer Chip Alexander because of his Southern accent.

As Brooke astutely noted in the story, worst hockey stereotype since Mitch Albom's blatant hack job in 2002. About as classless, too.

 

I apologize on behalf of Boston, where sports radio, as it does everywhere, operates on the principle that all sports fans are irredeemable assholes.

 

Thanks. That helps ... some.

Not because you didn't do your part - you did - but because this kind of crap is flat-out inexcusable. Worse, the WWL pretty much shrugged its shoulders to it when it was brought up on Outside The Lines.

I'm sure no one at the WWL would be upset if Marty Smith were treated in the same manner, right?

 

Those mass holes are making me pull for Raleigh again. I kid, Sam. I kid.

 

Heh. All good.

 

Not NHL but what the hell.

 

Petr Mrazek has turned back into Petr Mrazek

 

I got a lot more questions answered durng call-in pressers with my drawl in place than I ever did while using a generic US non-accent.

 

Press release from the Ducks on one of this thread's favorite players:

Ryan Kesler underwent successful right hip resurfacing surgery on Thursday, May 9 in New York. The surgery was performed by Dr. Edwin Su. Hip resurfacing is a bone-preserving hip replacement that can provide pain relief and increase function in normal activities of daily living. The surgery does leave open the possibility that Kesler could resume his NHL career following a lengthy recovery.


“As we all know, Ryan has been fiercely battling his condition for quite some time,” said Executive Vice President/General Manager Bob Murray. “I’ve been extremely impressed by his determination to play despite being significantly injured. At this point, Ryan needs to think about his life and family. The pain he felt was significant and we agree with his decision to have this surgery. While it’s unlikely he will play in 2019-20, we will support any decision he makes about his future playing career. He deserves the utmost respect, which he will receive from the entire Ducks organization as he contemplates his future.”


“At this point in my career, this surgery was the best option for my quality of life,” said Kesler. “The pain I was suffering has been greatly reduced since the procedure, and I’m grateful for that. While my playing future is unknown, I’m in a good place. I want to thank all the doctors and trainers as part of ‘Team Kesler,’ my teammates, my agent Kurt Overhardt, the Ducks organization, the fans, and most importantly, my family, for their support. I’m extremely appreciative of everyone who has helped me through the process. I look forward to spending more time with my family and doing everyday activities without pain.”

 

West finals tied at 1 after Blues take Game 2. Of course, Sharks have lost Game 2 in the first two series.

St. Louis played a smarter game tonight. May have been trying to intimidate a bit too much in Game 1, but not tonight. It's gonna come down to Blues' physical style vs. San Jose's speed.