Abe Froman's A.M. Hot Links (Friday 2/18)
by McClure on Feb 18, 2011 10:20 AM CST
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Welcome to your Friday and/or game day edition of morning links, where we find the Hawks still sitting on the outside looking in after last night's action, getting no favors from our departed Thrash bretheren, the shockingly still-employed Bruce Boudreau and his Jersey Shore-loving group of dopes, or even the alleged Vancouver juggernaut. In any event, here's some breakfast meat to whet your appetite for tonight's tilt.
- Al Cimaglia puts a bow on Wednesday's game.
- Craig Custance says "poppycock" to all of your rampant "Mark Stuart to the Hawks" speculation.
- Jarkko Ruutu is now a Duck, because they didn't have enough Finns and/or dickwads already on that team. This actually makes Corey Perry look pleasant and agreeable by comparison.
- The Brian Murray Scorched Earth Inventory Reduction Sale continues, as Brian Elliott has been sent to Colorado for Park Ridge's finest (no, not Mike North), Craig Anderson. Perhaps an indication of the Avs realizing their trajectory, as well?
- I don't know if this is the most sportsmanlike or the most uhhh...intimate thing I've ever seen during a hockey game, but it's certainly something.
- Having an octopus in your pants (even at this time of year) in Tampa is a guarantee to not get laid for the 6 months it takes to wash that smell off your crotch. Though, if you're pulling that kind of stunt you're a Scum fan, so octopi in the Jockeys is likely an improvement over the stench of what you caught from that hosebag in Windsor.
- The Ottawa Exodus figures to continue with Chris Phillips, but he'd be just fine with collecting a paycheck on a team headed nowhere.
- Speaking of Eastern Conference defensemen with no desire to contribute to a winner, Tomas Kaberle is supposed to be traded for the 58th time to the Boston Bruins sometime soon. Or not. We'll see.
- ADDED: Bartl talks to a real live beat reporter who apparently doesn't think all bloggers are pantsless, sweaty, oddly-complected cretins not worth his time, Aaron Portzline of the Columbus Dispatch, and discusses tonight's game.
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Park Ridge
Didn’t Indiana Jones and Slick Willy’s wife also come from Park Ridge? Oh, you did say Park Ridge’s finest… Never mind.
39 years of pain (1971 loss to Habs) vaporized by one OT goal.
I believe so. Han Solo was born at Swedish Covenant, but I think grew up in Park Ridge.
Second City Hockey
Things have changed forever, we're the Ramblin' Boys of Pleasure
That ECHL fight
was one of the more hilarious things I’ve seen. It almost needs some bad porn music to go along with it — or maybe stripper music a la Slap Shot.
It was quite the embrace
I honestly expected them to start making out.
San Francisco Giants: your 2010 WORLD SERIES CHAMPS.
Chicago Blackhawks: 2010 STANLEY CUP CHAMPS.
best. year. ever.
by shinkicker on Feb 18, 2011 11:19 AM CST via mobile up reply actions
LET'S GO HAWKS
Sorry. I just needed to get that off my chest.
COL G Anderson for OTT G Elliot
Doesn’t make any sense. Ottawa is in full rebuild mode and Anderson is / was a solid goaltender that is a little older and is going to be a UFA at the end of the season- how this move helps them tank even further to ensure a top overall pick in this year’s draft is beyond me- unless they think they can sign him for cheap for next year based on his average (for him) numbers this season.
Looks like the Avs are throwing in the towel for the season- also don’t understand why they’d think an Elliot/Budaj combination is better than what they had. I like Elliot but I don’t see him being a long-term #1 solution for that team- anyone know what they have coming up the pipeline at that position?
This move boggles the mind.
by dangles we can believe in on Feb 18, 2011 11:30 AM CST reply actions
Nobody on either blog can understand it. Baffling to everyone unless Ottawa decides to sign Anderson to an extension which would be ludicrous considering Anderson has worse numbers than Turco this season – and that’s saying something.
Proud fan of the 2010 Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks and the 2010 Super Bowl Champion Green Bay Packers.
February is the month of love; I got my Super Bowl, I got my hug and kiss, time for winning streak 'Hawks.
Brian Elliot in exchange for Craig Anderson
Why would Colorado make that trade? Elliot is terrible. I guess the same could be said of Anderson this year, but still. He’s usually better than that.
The only thing as someone brought up earlier
Is that the cap hit for Elliot (under a million) and Anderson (about 2million). Who knows other than that.
Yah, because Colorado is so close to the cap.
Proud fan of the 2010 Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks and the 2010 Super Bowl Champion Green Bay Packers.
February is the month of love; I got my Super Bowl, I got my hug and kiss, time for winning streak 'Hawks.
it's probably not the cap
as much as cash – the Avs have been struggling at the gate, right?
by Katherine215 on Feb 18, 2011 11:51 AM CST up reply actions
If they need to save money that bad maybe it’s time they moved back to Quebec City in a year or two.
Proud fan of the 2010 Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks and the 2010 Super Bowl Champion Green Bay Packers.
February is the month of love; I got my Super Bowl, I got my hug and kiss, time for winning streak 'Hawks.
They been struggling at the gate yes
But I see the Avs making another run next year. I know they “exceeded expectations” last year but it’s a solid young team. Who knows what they will do in the off-season.
I agree that the team has potential
I was simply pointing out that there are other reasons for wanting to trim salary than just being at the cap. Maybe they didn’t think they could afford to resign Anderson since he’s a UFA and having an RFA was less risky for them.
by Katherine215 on Feb 18, 2011 12:26 PM CST up reply actions
TOR D Kaberle for BOS F Joe Colberne, 1st Round Pick (Not the higher one they got for Kessel)
Supposedly this is a done deal, Kaberle has waived his no-trade clause- waiting to see a major outlet confirm it.
by dangles we can believe in on Feb 18, 2011 11:36 AM CST reply actions
I hope it's true...
Simply so I can stop reading those goddamn rumors all the timer. So tired of hearing about Toronto and Kaberle.
by transienthawk on Feb 18, 2011 11:48 AM CST up reply actions
Time...
Damn hot-dog finger syndrome…
by transienthawk on Feb 18, 2011 11:50 AM CST up reply actions
un huh
Now when it does happen…imagine all the talk and analysis thats going to go with it. Then they’re gonna watch his every move with Boston. we will here about him for awhile. I feel your pain.
This is over. You can go ahead and order the autopsy now.
He’s been asked, hasn’t waived it yet.
Proud fan of the 2010 Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks and the 2010 Super Bowl Champion Green Bay Packers.
February is the month of love; I got my Super Bowl, I got my hug and kiss, time for winning streak 'Hawks.
didnt he say he would waive it for Boston?
I am so clever that sometimes I don't understand a single word of what I am saying. -- Oscar Wilde
by LanceFister3 on Feb 18, 2011 11:52 AM CST up reply actions
All I can say is, THANK FUCKING GOD!
Proud fan of the 2010 Stanley Cup Champion Chicago Blackhawks and the 2010 Super Bowl Champion Green Bay Packers.
February is the month of love; I got my Super Bowl, I got my hug and kiss, time for winning streak 'Hawks.
I'm right there with you, man.
I cannot be more sick than I am of hearing where that guy is going to be traded to next. For three effing years we’ve had to put up with that crap.
You just know the next thing is going to be, “what team is Kaberle going to sign with?” in the off-season.
by dangles we can believe in on Feb 18, 2011 1:10 PM CST up reply actions
Rick Nash
If you have a free minute, go to www.urbandictionary.com
Do a search for “Rick Nash”
See 2nd definition.
by K_Dog on Feb 18, 2011 11:53 AM CST reply actions 4 recs
I will kiss whoever comes forward to putting that entry up
Second City Hockey
Things have changed forever, we're the Ramblin' Boys of Pleasure
that might just
cement their anonymity
My hockey-related comment: Thowing an octopus on the ice is the dumbest meme in professional sports. I'd rather throw waffles.
by puppetmasterp on Feb 18, 2011 1:07 PM CST up reply actions
Rec'ing this
That is simply awesome, and you can get it on a mug or a t-shirt! We should send a few shirts to the BJs.
"I have only space enough to add: against the assault of desperate pandas nothing can stand."
-ChicoMaki (channeling Mark Twain)
by HungryHungryPanda on Feb 18, 2011 1:00 PM CST up reply actions
As a Sabres fan
I couldn’t be happier that the WC has to deal with Ruutu now. There aren’t too many players you’d rather see punched than this guy. Enjoy…
And I haven’t a clue why the Avs think they’d be better off with Elliot. Anderson might be having an off year (and last year was definitely a fluke), but Elliot is just awful. All I can guess is that Anderson needed a fresh start somewhere.
Stuart deal dead it appears for hawks
Mckenzie saying " wheeler and stuart for peveerley and valabik
What's Stuart like?
Good defensive 5th/6th D-man?
Because a blog of alcoholics just isn't complete without a Scot.
...I forget the rest, but your mother's a whore.
basically
he can also kill penalties, so the prevailing thought was that he could be an upgrade in that department.
Still 10 days left before the deadline
Plenty of time for something to happen.
by Katherine215 on Feb 18, 2011 12:31 PM CST up reply actions
Another trade for Chi
Smid or Hunwick…when has twitter been right about trades for us. Lets see what happens.
This is over. You can go ahead and order the autopsy now.
No use for Hunwick
Smid intrigues me.
Second City Hockey
Things have changed forever, we're the Ramblin' Boys of Pleasure
Is it Smid that intrigues you
Or seeing how Foley pronounces his name?
Because a blog of alcoholics just isn't complete without a Scot.
...I forget the rest, but your mother's a whore.
What ever happened to the Steve Montador talk?
Detroit Red Wings - Green Bay Packers - Minnesota Twins : Axis of Evil
I always think he's gonna say
“Smeeeegol” in a creepy voice.
"I have only space enough to add: against the assault of desperate pandas nothing can stand."
-ChicoMaki (channeling Mark Twain)
by HungryHungryPanda on Feb 18, 2011 1:15 PM CST up reply actions
me too!
I hear that voice in my head when I read his name.
by Katherine215 on Feb 18, 2011 1:59 PM CST up reply actions
Given his fondness for Lubomir Vishnovsky
Ladislav Smid would be like Christmas
San Francisco Giants: your 2010 WORLD SERIES CHAMPS.
Chicago Blackhawks: 2010 STANLEY CUP CHAMPS.
best. year. ever.
by shinkicker on Feb 18, 2011 1:21 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
can you imagine
if he was paired with our Vishnevskiy? Foley would be screwed.
by Katherine215 on Feb 18, 2011 2:00 PM CST up reply actions
In exchange for?
Or are the rumors that vague?
by transienthawk on Feb 18, 2011 12:38 PM CST up reply actions
Has to be at least two rosters players...
If you are taking on either one of their salaries.
I don’t mind either one, both are completely unspectacular defensive defenseman who underwhelm you with their play. To be completely honest, with the fucking adventure our third pairing has become, I wouldn’t mind if either one dons the Indianhead even if Foley’s pronunciation of Smid’s name drives me insane.
by dangles we can believe in on Feb 18, 2011 1:16 PM CST up reply actions
Just saw the preview for next BHTV episode
Joey the Junior Reporter is back!
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
Go to the Blackhawks' official site
side by side pictures of Baby Tazer and Joey… it’s uncanny!
"I have only space enough to add: against the assault of desperate pandas nothing can stand."
-ChicoMaki (channeling Mark Twain)
by HungryHungryPanda on Feb 18, 2011 1:02 PM CST up reply actions
whoa the resemblance is ridiculous!
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
by justforkicks on Feb 18, 2011 1:34 PM CST up reply actions
this is awesome!
You think the Hawks jersey is photoshopped or was he really wearing it in the original photo?
by hawkswin!hawkswin! on Feb 18, 2011 1:37 PM CST up reply actions
photoshop, can see some smudges...
his head is pasted on (yay).
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
by justforkicks on Feb 18, 2011 1:39 PM CST up reply actions
I think it's a legit picture
He said he had a Blackhawks jersey growing up because someone gave it to him as a gift.
by transienthawk on Feb 18, 2011 1:55 PM CST up reply actions
i'm a little weirded out then
by how his neck is melting/smudging into his turtleneck
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
by justforkicks on Feb 18, 2011 1:57 PM CST up reply actions
sorry, that was a joke, based on justforkicks reply
http://knowyourmeme.com/memes/this-looks-shopped
you know you spend way too much time on the internet when even SCH doesn’t get your internet meme joke.
/hockey'd
Aww, I got it
Don’t feel too bad. But I happen to spend about 50% of my free time on 9gag, so I should know all the memes.
Do you liek mudkipz?
/I’m so ashamed right now
Because a blog of alcoholics just isn't complete without a Scot.
...I forget the rest, but your mother's a whore.
Patrick Kane is in trouble
http://ca.deadspin.com/5764364/did-patrick-kane-have-a-two+day-hangover
Detroit Red Wings - Green Bay Packers - Minnesota Twins : Axis of Evil
Why?
Why is he wearing a woman’s cardigan? I wish he wasn’t such a tool sometimes.
"I have only space enough to add: against the assault of desperate pandas nothing can stand."
-ChicoMaki (channeling Mark Twain)
by HungryHungryPanda on Feb 18, 2011 1:05 PM CST up reply actions
I had to do a double take...
Didn’t even realize that was him.
by transienthawk on Feb 18, 2011 1:08 PM CST up reply actions
the second picture looks nothing like him
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
by justforkicks on Feb 18, 2011 1:34 PM CST up reply actions
No kidding.
I almost posted “That’s not Kane” like some sort of snarky dickbag. Then looked closely at the shirt under his baby-gap cardigan and realized I was just visually impaired.
by transienthawk on Feb 18, 2011 1:39 PM CST up reply actions
I'm pretty sure his liver
is an old hat at closing down bars. Might have been poor drinking decisions despite an oncoming flu. That never goes well.
…not that I ever say “Alcohol will kill the bug!” or anything.
San Francisco Giants: your 2010 WORLD SERIES CHAMPS.
Chicago Blackhawks: 2010 STANLEY CUP CHAMPS.
best. year. ever.
by shinkicker on Feb 18, 2011 1:18 PM CST via mobile up reply actions
what's more worrisome?
Kane’s drunken escapades, or his insistence on wearing a Yankees cap everywhere?
I am so clever that sometimes I don't understand a single word of what I am saying. -- Oscar Wilde
by LanceFister3 on Feb 18, 2011 1:30 PM CST up reply actions
The kid grew up in NY
I don’t blame him for that at all.
I’d be more concerned if he wore an Ed Hardy hat everywhere…
by transienthawk on Feb 18, 2011 1:35 PM CST up reply actions
gag
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
by justforkicks on Feb 18, 2011 1:37 PM CST up reply actions
He's from New York
He’s allowed to wear whatever team’s hat he wants, but at least there’s an explanation for this.
Second City Hockey
Things have changed forever, we're the Ramblin' Boys of Pleasure
I forgot Buffalo was in NY for a minute there
/durrr
I am so clever that sometimes I don't understand a single word of what I am saying. -- Oscar Wilde
by LanceFister3 on Feb 18, 2011 1:42 PM CST up reply actions
I don't wear hats
so this is probably a dumb question, but aren’t you supposed to curve the sides of the brim of the hat so it’s not flat across the front? He never looks normal in that hat.
by Katherine215 on Feb 18, 2011 2:06 PM CST up reply actions
kaner makes his own rules
flat brim hat and a girl’s junior cardigan? YES PLEASE!
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
by justforkicks on Feb 18, 2011 2:21 PM CST up reply actions
wow that blog that the pics were posted on
went down real fast
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
by justforkicks on Feb 18, 2011 1:37 PM CST up reply actions
dude if drinking + the flu (since i'm not convinced it was a 2 day hangover) has him playing like he did Wednesday
then I can’t be too hard on the kid. Of course, I’ll have to see how he plays tonight.
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
by justforkicks on Feb 18, 2011 1:45 PM CST up reply actions
granted he didn't score or get any points
but he was all over the ice, aggressive and saw lots of backchecking.
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
by justforkicks on Feb 18, 2011 1:53 PM CST up reply actions
In Rockford
To watch the kids play…
My Father's name is Jack, and my Mother's name is Daniels...
by Joe Banks on Feb 18, 2011 1:20 PM CST via mobile reply actions
In Rockford
To watch the kids play…
My Father's name is Jack, and my Mother's name is Daniels...
by Joe Banks on Feb 18, 2011 1:20 PM CST via mobile reply actions
McClure, it's getting easier to agree with you on Bourne
His latest outstanding insight: “”http://sports.yahoo.com/nhl/blog/puck_daddy/post/Bourne-Blog-As-the-playoffs-draw-closer-points?urn=nhl-323477" target="new">As the playoffs draw closer, points stop being so easy".
Mind=blown.
Because a blog of alcoholics just isn't complete without a Scot.
...I forget the rest, but your mother's a whore.
Wow, that didn't work
Let me try that again. As the playoffs draw closer, points stop being so easy.
Because a blog of alcoholics just isn't complete without a Scot.
...I forget the rest, but your mother's a whore.
how dare you
these are clearly insights I would never have gained by something as simple as using my brain.
What is this word, spa? I feel like you're starting to a say a word and you're not finishing it. Spaghetti? Are you taking me to a spaghetti day?
by justforkicks on Feb 18, 2011 1:55 PM CST up reply actions
Blasphemy
This is only something you could possibly know if your dad was an NHLer and you couldn’t even cut it in the ECHL. You should feel lucky that you have been bestowed such brilliance.
Second City Hockey
Things have changed forever, we're the Ramblin' Boys of Pleasure
wonder what the Scum fan was doing
With the Octopus in his pants before tossing it. Is docking possible with a cephalopod?
She said, "you might be sick, but you feel alright to me."
by HolyBlackhawksBatman on Feb 18, 2011 5:10 PM CST via mobile reply actions
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