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September 29, 2006
Early Season Schedule
Sunday 10/1 @ 2:50 vs. Zebras (preseason but with refs)
Sunday 10/8 @ 2:50 vs. Penguins
Saturday 10/14 @ 10:30pm vs Continentals
Saturday 10/21 @ 8:50pm vs Zebras (pens play after us)
Wednesday 10/25 @ 8:30 vs Continentals
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September 28, 2006
Z to the 3
Zdaldo speaks!
Hello everyone, If you don't already have plans maybe you'd like to come listen to my new acoustic styled trio - Martini Fuzz (bass, acoustic and electric guitar with 3 part harmonies), it's a reduced set of the full band I used play out with back in the day and we still perform all the popular stuff but now within pretty cool sounding arrangements.
We are playing this Friday night, Sept, 29, 2006 at the Swedes Inn, Swedesboro, NJ
The Swedes Inn has a cool setting for bringing your wife or girlfriend, there's always a few single people but generally more couples
No cover charge
Gig Time - Start around 9:00-9:30PM, end around 12:00AM
Here's the website for directions : http://www.swedesinn.com/
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September 27, 2006
Niitty Goes Down
Niittymaki suffers new hip injury in practice
An MRI exam showed that Niittymaki, who was scheduled to start against the Caps, had suffered a torn labrum in his left hip. His status will be determined today after orthopedic surgeon Thomas Byrd of Nashville examines the MRI results. Byrd repaired Niittymaki's right hip in May.
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September 26, 2006
So I Was Thinking Of Judging The Javelin Toss
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Tie Domi Is An Angry, Violent, Cheater
Former Maple Leafs enforcer Tie Domi is portrayed as an "angry, violent" cheater who romanced Liberal MP Belinda Stronach while he ignored his family, according to a divorce application filed by his wife.
Domi threatened her with financial ruin if she hired a lawyer instead of taking a $2.5 million home-and-cash offer, Leanne Domi says in the document filed last week in which she cites adultery and cruelty as grounds for the divorce.
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September 25, 2006
Save The Date
Beef 'n' Beer at WSC Saturday, November 25th
We have blocked off the date and time. We have the rink from 8pm to 12AM +. We need to start planning now so we can plan in detail. We need to stress a big turnout (150 people vs last years 90). We really only start to make money after the 60th or 70th person so a large turnout is a must.
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September 24, 2006
Viking Brother Spotted
Sweden - Reports today from Swedish intelligence say Sven Etchels, twin brother to Thor, was attending a Spongebob festival in the capital city.
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September 21, 2006
Malkin Makes Impact
Malkin injured in preseason debut
A worst-case scenario unfolded before the horrified eyes of Penguins personnel at the Moncton Coliseum on Wednesday when prized Russian rookie Evgeni Malkin was injured in the second period of his preseason debut.
Penguins general manager Ray Shero said Malkin suffered an "upper body injury" during a collision with teammate John LeClair. Although he was taken to a hospital, Malkin rejoined the Penguins in time for the conclusion of their 5-4 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers.
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September 20, 2006
Season Opener Scheduled
Sunday, October, 1st at 2:50 PM vs. Zebras.
Who's in?
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September 19, 2006
Domi To Retire
Ex-Leafs enforcer Tie Domi to retire
Former Toronto Maple Leafs enforcer Tie Domi has decided to retire, The Canadian Press reported Tuesday, citing an unnamed source.
The source told the CP that Domi, a Maple Leafs fan favorite -- and favorite target in opposing NHL arenas -- for his aggressive style of play, will officially announce his retirement Tuesday afternoon.
Domi, 36, despite his fan favorite status, was bought out by the Leafs earlier this summer as the new-look NHL empahized offense and fighting declined. He had only five goals and 11 assists in 2005-06 as the Maple Leafs missed the playoffs.
No confirmation on the rumor that he will donate his cement head to a construction company for use as a wrecking ball.
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Skate With Murphys Tonight.
All are invited to the Murphys skate on Tuesday at 9:30pm, feel free to show up for their skate.
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September 18, 2006
Hitch And Flyers Re-Hitch
Flyers end suspense, give coach Hitchcock extension
Philadelphia coach Ken Hitchcock signed a new three-year contract with the Flyers through 2008-09.
Hitchcock, entering his fourth season, is 130-77-39 in the regular season with Philadelphia. He led the Flyers to the conference finals in 2004, where they lost to the Tampa Bay Lightning, who later won the Stanley Cup.
Hitchcock said negotiations with general manager Bob Clarke lasted "only about 30 seconds."
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Sabres Debut Jerseys
The new Sabres new uniform, unveiled on September 16, 2006, takes its inspiration from the original Sabres uniform (1971-96) and second uniform (1996-2005).
The design was a collaborative effort between the Sabres and Reebok International. The new blue and gold colors have been altered to a deeper navy blue and richer gold that have a greater visual impact both in person and on television broadcasts. Silver accents and a revised B-Sabre logo were carried over from the team's second uniform.
Sabres.com
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September 15, 2006
Skate With The Bandits
Join the Bandits for a Sunday Skate at Wintersport
Jim Blackwood welcomes gys to the Bandits skate this Sunday at 2:50.
Yo Guys!The Bandits just got an ice slot at Wintersport this Sunday, but we are missing most of our players. If anyone wants to come out and skate with us, please drop me a note. Or just show up!
Sunday 9/17, 2:50P-4:20P
I will bring a case of (cheap) beer.
-Jim
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September 14, 2006
Primeau Hangs up Skates
Keith Primeau Announces His Retirement
Philadelphia Flyers center Keith Primeau has announced that he is retiring from professional hockey after 15 seasons of play.
Primeau set to retire, but it may not be final
Although Keith Primeau will be behind a microphone today at a news conference that could be defined as a retirement announcement, it is not clear whether he is retiring for good.
Not unless he's determined to walk away forever and is prepared to say so today.
"That's a decision that only Keith can make," Gary Dorshimer, the Flyers' team physician, said yesterday.
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Flyers Tap New Washed Up Reality Star
Flyers announce home-game hosts
Two-time "Survivor" contestant Stephenie LaGrossa, a native of Delaware County in suburban Philadelphia, has been named the Philadelphia Flyers' new in-arena host for all 2006-07 season home games at the Wachovia Center.
Last season, the Flyers' in-arena host was another reality show contestant: Erin Elmore from "The Apprentice."
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September 13, 2006
Scrimmage Schedule
Here's our scrimmage schedule. All are welcome. all skates are at Wintersport. that's Wintersport. Make all three of these and you've completed camp!
- Mon, September, 18 - 7:50 to 8:50 PM
- Wed, September, 20 -9:20 to 11:00 PM (this may change)
- Sat, September, 23, 8:50 to 10:20 PM
Posted by aetchells at 10:52 AM | Comments (0)
Bye Primeau, Hello Cap Space
Primeau is expected to announce retirement
The Flyers center has never fully recovered from a concussion. Peter Forsberg is likely to be the new captain.
Flyers captain Keith Primeau is expected to announce his retirement before the end of the week.
"I've had those discussions with my wife and I will have something more to say about it either tomorrow or Thursday," Primeau said yesterday. "I have not talked to the club since last week. I had been looking to get myself back into a position to play."
The decision could help explain why the Flyers extended a stunning $1.9 million Group II offer sheet to Vancouver's Ryan Kesler yesterday.
Posted by aetchells at 09:48 AM | Comments (2)
September 12, 2006
Melody Brook Starts Tomorrow
Open hockey at Melody Brook starts Wednesday September 13th at 9 PM. Be there or be a Wood Duck.
Posted by aetchells at 02:23 PM | Comments (0)
Comedian Bill Burr Rants Against Philly
This is one hell of a rant.
Watch the movie
Posted by aetchells at 01:45 PM | Comments (0)
Jenkins Survives Triathlon, Thousands Disappointed
Jenkins managed to register on time for his mini-triathlon this year, didn't have a heart attack and die, and even finished a respectable 139 out of 425, just 60 spots behind Stanley Cup winner Justin Williams.
Posted by aetchells at 10:51 AM | Comments (2)
Islanders Worse Than Drunken Sailors
The New York Islanders will announce today that they have signed goalie Rick DiPietro to a 15-year, $67.5 million contract.
Islanders' owner Charles Wang, who was directly involved in the negotiations, had indicated that if DiPietro didn't sign by Friday, when the team opens training camp in Nova Scotia, that DiPietro would not play in the 2006-07 season.
The deal is believed to be the longest in NHL history and second only in major North American pro sports to the $25-million, 25-year deal Magic Johnson signed with the NBA Lakers in 1981.
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Flumfest 8!
Looking for something to do this weekend? Friday>Sun (Saturday is main flum day.)
Flumfest 8! at Doubleday Farm (Carlisle,PA.) About a two hour drive to this Field of Dreams. Come out for; beer, horseshoes, fishing (bring your rod), softball, live music, late night antics, and more beer. $25 covers camping/beer. Bring food, though we will be cooking burgers/dogs on Saturday. We have a barn if it rains and there are rooms available at the bed and breakfast on location. All hockey players/wives/sigotters welcome.
Head WEST on the PA TURNPIKE.
After crossing the Susquahanna River (with beautiful 3 Mile Island on your left), you'll go about another 15 miles to the Carlisle Exit.
Stay in the right hand lane as you go through the tool booth. Take the right hand exit off the exit ramp to Route 11 South. Take 11 South in to the town of Carlisle and pick up Route 74 North to Landisburg.
You will travel approx. 10 miles from down town Carlisle. You will take Rt. 74 North up and over a mountain (Waggoner¹s Gap) and not make any turns offs.
When you get to the top of the mountain there is a Tower. When you go down the other side of the mountain approx. 3 miles you should pass Milt¹s garage and three streets up on the right turn right on Pine Hill Road.
You go back Pine Hill Road 1 mile and the farm is on the right with a big sign in front and white picket fence. If you get to a restaurant/bar called The Inn 74 you passed Pine Hill Road. (THERE IS A PINE HILL ROAD ON THE
CARLISLE SIDE OF THE MOUNTAIN‹DO NOT TURN OFF ON THIS ROAD IT DOES NOT CONNECT TO OUR PINE HILL ROAD)
Posted by aetchells at 10:27 AM | Comments (0)
September 11, 2006
Flyers Sign Gagne
The Philadelphia Flyers announced that they have re-signed 6’0”, 195-pound left wing Simon Gagne to a new five-year contract, according to club General Manager Bob Clarke. Per club policy, financial terms were not disclosed.
Posted by aetchells at 10:50 PM | Comments (0)
Goat Wedding
Sudan man forced to 'marry' goat
A Sudanese man has been forced to take a goat as his "wife", after he was caught having sex with the animal.
The goat's owner, Mr Alifi, said he surprised the man with his goat and took him to a council of elders.
They ordered the man, Mr Tombe, to pay a dowry of 15,000 Sudanese dinars ($50) to Mr Alifi.
"We have given him the goat, and as far as we know they are still together," Mr Alifi said.
Posted by aetchells at 04:09 PM | Comments (0)
Salt Lake City
A friend of mine was recently in Salt Lake City where he was struck by this statue of a boy sitting on his father's shoulders.
But look what happens to the shadows after nightfall.
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September 10, 2006
Sundays
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September 09, 2006
Doublemint Twins
Double your pleasure,
Double your fun,
With Doublemint,
Doublemint, chewing gum!
Posted by aetchells at 10:56 AM | Comments (0)
September 07, 2006
Rams Ice Time
The Rams pre-season ice slot will be Saturday September 23 at 8:50 PM.
Posted by aetchells at 10:59 AM | Comments (6)
September 05, 2006
Malkin A Penguin
Evgeni Malkin signed his first NHL contract with the Pittsburgh Penguins on Tuesday, slightly more than three weeks since slipping away from his Russian team and making a clandestine trip to the United States.
Malkin, who skated with Penguins star Sidney Crosby earlier in the day during an informal workout, watched wide-eyed as the team showed a highlights reel of some of his top plays to reporters.
Posted by aetchells at 03:50 PM | Comments (1)
September 02, 2006
Spring League Video
Think we forgot the spring league video?
Well, maybe we did. Anyway, recover your memory of games 1, 2, and the relegation. Plus a little who got hurt when/where/how. It's Part 1.
Waiting to remember what happened in the championship
game? How about the fourth period? well, here you go.
If anybody wants a hi-res 16:9 DVD of the whole boat, put it in the comments section.
Posted by aetchells at 10:09 PM | Comments (5)
September 01, 2006
New Rules For USA Hockey
2006-07 New Standard of Play and Rules Emphasis
The principles of this new enforcement standard include the following:
- The use of the stick will be limited to only playing the puck.
- The stick will not be allowed to in any way impede a player’s progress.
- The use of a free hand/arm will not be allowed to grab or impede a player’s progress.
- Players who use their physical skills and/or anticipation and have a positional advantage shall not lose that advantage as a result of illegal acts by the opponent.
- Players will be held accountable for acts of an intimidating or dangerous nature.
Posted by aetchells at 03:19 PM | Comments (6)