Global BC TV's Barry Deley is about the learn just how true "mo' toonies, mo' problems" really is. The Vancouver sportscaster/ Canucks reporter just won a local lottery; on the air! This is somewhat of a real life version of that early years The Simpsons episode when Kent Brockman reported himself the Springfield lottery winner. Deley gets a choice of a $2 million cash or a … [Read more...] about Canadian Sports Anchor, Canucks Reporter Wins Lottery on Air (Video)
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Blackhawks Patrick Kane Stars in “Peggy” Credit Card Ad (Video)
You've no doubt seen those Discover Card ads. Maybe you know them as USA Prime Credit ads or "Peggy" ads. The TV spots, running since August of 2010, focus on horrible customer service at financial institutions. The agent is named Peggy, actually a he, as you obviously know. We've seen them incessantly during college football. And we've seen Peggy interact with among others: … [Read more...] about Blackhawks Patrick Kane Stars in “Peggy” Credit Card Ad (Video)
Predators Sign Pekka Rinne to 7 Year $49 Million Deal
The Nashville Predators announced today that they had signed goaltender Pekka Rinne to a 7 year, $49 million dollar contract extension. Here is the press release from the Predators: Nashville Predators President of Hockey Operations/General Manager David Poile announced today that the club has signed goaltender Pekka Rinne to a seven-year, $49 million contract – the largest … [Read more...] about Predators Sign Pekka Rinne to 7 Year $49 Million Deal
Chicago Blackhawks Report Card: First Midterm Edition
On Saturday night, the Chicago Blackhawks defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 5-2 at the United Center, bringing their record for the first 10 games of the season to 6-2-2. Ray Emery made 27 saves in only his second start of the season, and while the Hawks' power play struggled to get going in an 0-for-5 performance, their penalty killing unit was perfect yet again, going … [Read more...] about Chicago Blackhawks Report Card: First Midterm Edition
Blue Jackets to Have New GM and Coach in Place by Monday?
It’s being reported by multiple NHL sources, that Columbus Blue Jackets team President Mike Priest has contacted Ken Hitchcock about returning to coach the Jackets. Priest has also contacted former Calgary Flames General Manager (GM) Craig Button about assuming the reigns as the Blue Jackets GM. For a team that’s off to a woeful 1-9-1 record, particularly ironic when you … [Read more...] about Blue Jackets to Have New GM and Coach in Place by Monday?
Who’s To Blame For The Columbus Blue Jackets’ Mess?
The Columbus Blue Jackets currently possess the worst record in the National Hockey League (NHL) at 1-8-1. Until Tuesday’s victory against the Detroit Red Wings, a game in which the Red Wings had to start backup netminder Ty Conklin due to the birth of starting goalie Jimmy Howard’s first child, the Blue Jackets had won only one game in regulation in their prior 30 games … [Read more...] about Who’s To Blame For The Columbus Blue Jackets’ Mess?
Detroit Red Wings Life Without Nick Lidstrom Is Terrifying To Imagine
Nick Lidstrom doesn’t block shots. He doesn’t body check anyone. He’s never thrown an elbow. His next fight will be his first. The greatest hockey defenseman of his time, or maybe of any time, isn’t supposed to be so mild-mannered. He isn’t supposed to be less physical than a second baseman. Lidstrom, the Red Wings all-universe defenseman, is 41 years old. In human years. … [Read more...] about Detroit Red Wings Life Without Nick Lidstrom Is Terrifying To Imagine
NHL Central Division Week in Review
As the Columbus Blue Jackets are positioning themselves in 242 days for either top amateur prospects Nail Kabulov or Filip Forsberg in the 2012 NHL Entry Draft, and as I primarily cover the Blue Jackets, I am left with little to write about in a positive manner. Therefore, as part of a continuing series, here is a summary of the NHL Central Division for the first two weeks … [Read more...] about NHL Central Division Week in Review
Tuesday’s Three Stars: Kane, Hossa Shine as Hawks Pluck Ducks
It wasn't the prettiest game in the history of the NHL, but that scarcely mattered as Marian Hossa and Patrick Sharp scored goals and Patrick Kane picked up two assists in the Chicago Blackhawks' 3-2 victory over the Anaheim Ducks at the United Center. Kane also picked up the winning shootout tally, and Corey Crawford made 29 saves in the win. … [Read more...] about Tuesday’s Three Stars: Kane, Hossa Shine as Hawks Pluck Ducks
2011-12 NHL Northwest Division Rankings and Fantansy Projections
The 2011-12 NHL season is already under way, and the action on the ice is already heating up. After a summer filled with lots of on and off ice movement, but also much tragedy, the hockey world looks towards a new quest toward Lord Stanley's Cup. How do the teams in each division compare to one another? Who will be the big fantasy players this season? We take a … [Read more...] about 2011-12 NHL Northwest Division Rankings and Fantansy Projections