Let's face it - the month of October was really getting on my nerves. The Thrashers only picked up two wins out of 10 games and performed well in most other games that month. However, I wasn't buying into the, "ooh, the effort looks soooo good, but they can't get those two points... THAT'S OK!" stance. I get the rationale behind it, but I couldn't subscribe to it. I wanted either wins or losses, it was that simple. I hated trying to have a closely contested match (like the Boston road loss, for example) and wondering why we couldn't just win the game. Good efforts got on my nerves and I couldn't bear to watch another "good effort" go by the wayside.
I'm guessing that it's a good idea that I'm not an NHL coach then. I say that because maybe Coach Anderson's methods and feel are having an effect on the players and they are responding. Currently riding a FOUR GAME WINNING STREAK (i know, right?!), this is what I was looking for. Or those blowouts that worked out so well for us against Philly and New Jersey (the second time around).
Basically, I'm just like anyone else - I want the team to win, dammit. And I want them to win now. Going into the season, though, I knew better. But you get one taste of winning ways (IN A CAN?) and you want more. After the unexpected season opening win against Washington, all of a sudden all of the critics were wrong in their line of thinking about the team. Then everything else kinda came to fruition, not that there was a plan for failure and self-destruction. But things were playing themselves out the way it was foreseen to be.
But now that the Thrashers have gotten their losing ways out of their system (for the present), who's to say that the ship has been, uh, "righted"? With this four game winning streak, the Thrashers beat the Islanders and Panthers, two teams that are similarly ranked in the NHL - bottom-feeders. To lose against either one of those teams (or both) would've set the tone for the rest of the month, possibly season. I mean, if you seriously cannot compete against some of the league's worst teams (when the Thrash could be considered as one of those teams, too), your future doesn't look very bright. So for the Thrashers to collect some wins against these two teams, that was to be expected, no? To win in an entertaining game against Buffalo, IN Buffalo, was a treat... and to pick up a couple of points yesterday against Carolina was fantastic. Maybe this team is starting to turn around and make themselves look good.
The next couple of games look a little... ugh. Friday marks the debut of the new third jersey and we meet up with the Hurricanes all over again. Then we venture to Philly to hopefully not get pwned by the Flyers, and then there are tilts against the Penguins, Caps, and Predators before December comes roaring in. It's a good thing that most of these games are in Philips Arena because the Thrash aren't looking so good on the road (prior to the last two road games). We shall see what happens.
In the meantime, is it really near the middle of November?!
Showing posts with label fantasy hockey. Show all posts
Showing posts with label fantasy hockey. Show all posts
2008/11/10
2008/09/25
Yesterday In Thrasherdom
Let's see here, this is pretty bad ass. Toby-o signs a little extension that helps kick-start the THRASH0RZ 4 LYFE campaign that he is apparently spear-heading (let's keep Kovy out of this for now, mmmk?). Methinks this is a good thing. Wait, scratch that - it IS a good thing. Toby (originally typed as TONY) is one of those players who really gets his job done and that's quite shocking as he's a member of the Thrashers. Let's see if we can name the last great defenseman of the Atlanta Thrashers, shall we?
Speaking of Toby, it looks like he wants to bring out the Niko Kapanen haircut. Please take note:
Exhibit A - Toby Enstrom as of September 24, 2008. Clicking on that pic enlarges it like woah, so be prepared. But please notice the poofiness that's slightly protruding out of the sides of his helmet. There's no mistaking those Swedish blonde locks. And now...
Exhibit B - uh, Niko Kapanen.
All I'm saying is compare the hair (ha!), not the play, not the player, and certainly not the game. I hope I'm not the first to say it aloud and, by doing that, I hope that I'm not the gypsy who puts the Kap-Kurse on poor Toby-o. Shhhhhh!
With that said, I guess I misled, like, everyone by saying that I was going to practice on Saturday. I was all gung-ho about it all week long, and then corn dogs and funnel cake took over my body the nite before and I couldn't muster up the courage to make the trek to Duluth the following morning. Really, it just came down to gas prices and making multiple trips up to Atlanta in one day that was the kicker. BUT! But I finally made it up there on Wednesday morning and had a great time. At long last, I was able to really check out Mr. Bogosian and note that while he wasn't the best player on the ice on Wednesday morning, he definitely looks like an NHL player. Is this manchild really only 18? That's INSANE. He's a lock for the team, mark my words, but I just pray that he gets over the overwhelming part of the NHL quick. Once he does that, I think he can have a very solid season for the Thrashers.
I also caught a glimpse of Jason Williams, and was I shocked when I initially assumed that he looked like Justin Williams (why does he have an official website, BTW?). They are quite the opposites. Didn't keep too much of an eye on Marty Reasoner and definitely didn't peek at Ron Hainsey, but I guess I'll just save that for either another trip up later on or game time (woo, it's soon!).
Can I also say for the record that it was instantly odd to know that Marian Hossa wasn't there? I dunno, but I felt very... empty... that he wasn't at camp. I just had to say it. But as Filburt Turtle once said, "You turn the page, you wash your hands..." Bew to that! :(
Enough of my chatter about the practice, here are what you really want - pics!
For 26 more pics, check out the album at the Flickr.
It was unfortunate that Erik Christensen was not in attendance at this morning's session, but I guess that all is not doomed for our mystery center. I only say that because he had such a limited time with the Thrashers last season (due to injury) and now there's this strike against him when there are a lot of hopes for this guy to pull through and produce for the Thrashers. Let's hope his body can get things together!
Hmm, what else? I think that covers it for my Thrashers Wednesday.
On another topic, I'm kinda confused about how I should feel about this next issue. I'm in two fantasy leagues this year - a first for that - and while the second league hasn't drafted yet (sign up NOW!), the league I'm running is all set to go. The only thing is that one team, uh, lucked out (?) and secured the two goalies who are dearest to me.
You see, my wife and I have the two absolutely adorable kittens who I'm fairly positive will dominate the world. Seeing how we're kinda goalie fanatics (especially from the Finland region of the world), we named these two cats Miikka (red, obv) and Vesa (grey). Seriously, y'all, I'm kinda torn about this. The guy who drafted 'em did it through the auto draft, so I'm sure it was fate that led him to these guys. But really? I mean, if I go up against him for a week, how can I find it in my heart to root against Mr. Miikka and Mr. Vesa? Sure, you can make the completely logical argument that I'm only "facing" the human goalies and that has zero relation to our cats. But I counter your logic with my illogical standpoint that while these two goalies are indeed human, our cats are mere extensions of their awesomeness and if they do bad, ill-will could ensue towards these seemingly innocent felines. And if I DO root for them during that week, I end up losing in fantasy. It's a lose-lose situation, you see. It puts a whole other spin on fantasy for me this year and I honestly don't know how it will play itself out.
These cats are fucking adorable, y'all - don't even try to deny it!
Speaking of Toby, it looks like he wants to bring out the Niko Kapanen haircut. Please take note:
Exhibit A - Toby Enstrom as of September 24, 2008. Clicking on that pic enlarges it like woah, so be prepared. But please notice the poofiness that's slightly protruding out of the sides of his helmet. There's no mistaking those Swedish blonde locks. And now...
Exhibit B - uh, Niko Kapanen.
All I'm saying is compare the hair (ha!), not the play, not the player, and certainly not the game. I hope I'm not the first to say it aloud and, by doing that, I hope that I'm not the gypsy who puts the Kap-Kurse on poor Toby-o. Shhhhhh!
With that said, I guess I misled, like, everyone by saying that I was going to practice on Saturday. I was all gung-ho about it all week long, and then corn dogs and funnel cake took over my body the nite before and I couldn't muster up the courage to make the trek to Duluth the following morning. Really, it just came down to gas prices and making multiple trips up to Atlanta in one day that was the kicker. BUT! But I finally made it up there on Wednesday morning and had a great time. At long last, I was able to really check out Mr. Bogosian and note that while he wasn't the best player on the ice on Wednesday morning, he definitely looks like an NHL player. Is this manchild really only 18? That's INSANE. He's a lock for the team, mark my words, but I just pray that he gets over the overwhelming part of the NHL quick. Once he does that, I think he can have a very solid season for the Thrashers.
I also caught a glimpse of Jason Williams, and was I shocked when I initially assumed that he looked like Justin Williams (why does he have an official website, BTW?). They are quite the opposites. Didn't keep too much of an eye on Marty Reasoner and definitely didn't peek at Ron Hainsey, but I guess I'll just save that for either another trip up later on or game time (woo, it's soon!).
Can I also say for the record that it was instantly odd to know that Marian Hossa wasn't there? I dunno, but I felt very... empty... that he wasn't at camp. I just had to say it. But as Filburt Turtle once said, "You turn the page, you wash your hands..." Bew to that! :(
Enough of my chatter about the practice, here are what you really want - pics!
For 26 more pics, check out the album at the Flickr.
It was unfortunate that Erik Christensen was not in attendance at this morning's session, but I guess that all is not doomed for our mystery center. I only say that because he had such a limited time with the Thrashers last season (due to injury) and now there's this strike against him when there are a lot of hopes for this guy to pull through and produce for the Thrashers. Let's hope his body can get things together!
Hmm, what else? I think that covers it for my Thrashers Wednesday.
On another topic, I'm kinda confused about how I should feel about this next issue. I'm in two fantasy leagues this year - a first for that - and while the second league hasn't drafted yet (sign up NOW!), the league I'm running is all set to go. The only thing is that one team, uh, lucked out (?) and secured the two goalies who are dearest to me.
You see, my wife and I have the two absolutely adorable kittens who I'm fairly positive will dominate the world. Seeing how we're kinda goalie fanatics (especially from the Finland region of the world), we named these two cats Miikka (red, obv) and Vesa (grey). Seriously, y'all, I'm kinda torn about this. The guy who drafted 'em did it through the auto draft, so I'm sure it was fate that led him to these guys. But really? I mean, if I go up against him for a week, how can I find it in my heart to root against Mr. Miikka and Mr. Vesa? Sure, you can make the completely logical argument that I'm only "facing" the human goalies and that has zero relation to our cats. But I counter your logic with my illogical standpoint that while these two goalies are indeed human, our cats are mere extensions of their awesomeness and if they do bad, ill-will could ensue towards these seemingly innocent felines. And if I DO root for them during that week, I end up losing in fantasy. It's a lose-lose situation, you see. It puts a whole other spin on fantasy for me this year and I honestly don't know how it will play itself out.
These cats are fucking adorable, y'all - don't even try to deny it!
2008/09/15
WWD Wants You...!
...for fantasy hockey, that is. Who knows, we really could use the help, too, but whatevs.
Seriously though, I tried this last season and it didn't work out so well, but that doesn't necessarily make me a quitter! So, as I just said, I'm returning to the fantasy hockey world with my wonderfully-named Small Market Hockey League andI'd we'd love to have you hand over your points and your charming fantasy hockey banter and, uh, skill sets. Here's what you need to know...
http://hockey.fantasysports.yahoo.com/hockey/register/joinleague
League ID#: 17007
Password: blueland
It's worked in the past, so we're going to go with a live draft (because it's never too early to talk smack, especially during a live draft!), and that will take place on Sunday, September 21 @ 12EST.
There's plenty of room, so feel free to join the ranks and have a little fun this season!
Seriously though, I tried this last season and it didn't work out so well, but that doesn't necessarily make me a quitter! So, as I just said, I'm returning to the fantasy hockey world with my wonderfully-named Small Market Hockey League and
League ID#: 17007
Password: blueland
It's worked in the past, so we're going to go with a live draft (because it's never too early to talk smack, especially during a live draft!), and that will take place on Sunday, September 21 @ 12EST.
There's plenty of room, so feel free to join the ranks and have a little fun this season!
2007/09/20
WE WANT FAN-TUH-SEE! (clicky)
For the last time, I just wanted to state a reminder to the readers of this here blog that my fantasy hockey league will be closing it's registration this Saturday - the 22nd - before noon. The live draft occurs at noon, and I can tell you that after doing a live draft last year, it was intense.
We're looking for about six more players to take part in the league and we'd love to have anyone aboard. It's all about fun, no money is involved (there's no betting in hockey!), and we're all a bunch of hockey-lovin' nuts, that's it!
Once again, here's the details:
- League ID#: 41211
- League Name: Small Market Hockey League
- Password: dellacamera
- Custom League URL: http://hockey.fantasysports.yahoo.com/league/smallmarket
See you at the draft on Saturday at noon!
2007/09/16
Small Market Hockey Returns! (clicky)
As I said in the previous post, I've started a fantasy hockey league and I want to let the open invitations begin! If you're a reader of WE WANT DUNHAM! and want to engage in some addictive tendencies (i.e. fantasy hockey) for the next few months, go to this website and fill out the following details when signing up for a league:
There you have it! We only have about five teams now and I'm hoping that some others will show up, but I'd love to have your participation, too!
If you're kinda clueless about what this fantasy sports thing is or how fantasy hockey works, check out Adam Poirier's (he also runs the awesome holypuck.com website) neato helper to assist you along the way. If you have any more questions after reading that, feel free to ask me! I've done fantasy hockey for the past three seasons and once I started, I got hooked (obviously). I guarantee the same for anyone else who has any doubts.
GET YR FANTASY AWN!
- League ID#: 41211
- League Name: Small Market Hockey League
- Password: dellacamera
- Custom League URL: http://hockey.fantasysports.yahoo.com/league/smallmarket
There you have it! We only have about five teams now and I'm hoping that some others will show up, but I'd love to have your participation, too!
If you're kinda clueless about what this fantasy sports thing is or how fantasy hockey works, check out Adam Poirier's (he also runs the awesome holypuck.com website) neato helper to assist you along the way. If you have any more questions after reading that, feel free to ask me! I've done fantasy hockey for the past three seasons and once I started, I got hooked (obviously). I guarantee the same for anyone else who has any doubts.
GET YR FANTASY AWN!
2007/09/15
Fantasy Hockey!
I just started a league and I'm looking for some people to join up. If you've never participated in fantasy hockey (or fantasy sports), I can answer any questions you might have about how it works and how super amazing it is. If you think you might want to join up (and I strongly encourage you to do so!), either comment here or send me an email at foocow@gmail.com.
2007/08/28
Let the floodgates open - fantasy hockey!
If you're a hockey fan (and you better be, if you're reading this blog semi-frequently), this is something that will definitely interest you. Ever try fantasy hockey, or fantasy sports, before? It's a ton of fun - you play the GM and pick your players, rag on your friends/competition a bit, and hopefully come out on top by the season's end! It's really simple, low-maintenance, and you really learn a lot about the league while you actively engage in your favorite sport.
I was just wondering what the reaction was to this. I'm thinking of creating a league for friends or any WE WANT DUNHAM! readers. If anyone is interested, please let me know by either commenting to this entry or email me at foocow@gmail.com.
For some nice introductory words on fantasy hockey (and the same applies to other sports, I assume), check out Adam Poirier's blog (from last season, but still fresh) on the subject and feel your inner hockey prowess!
Oh, and by the way, Yahoo! will host the league - it's free and it's so simple to pick up and digest almost immediately. For more on Yahoo! fantasy hockey leagues, just click the linked text.
I was just wondering what the reaction was to this. I'm thinking of creating a league for friends or any WE WANT DUNHAM! readers. If anyone is interested, please let me know by either commenting to this entry or email me at foocow@gmail.com.
For some nice introductory words on fantasy hockey (and the same applies to other sports, I assume), check out Adam Poirier's blog (from last season, but still fresh) on the subject and feel your inner hockey prowess!
Oh, and by the way, Yahoo! will host the league - it's free and it's so simple to pick up and digest almost immediately. For more on Yahoo! fantasy hockey leagues, just click the linked text.
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