Oh my God so much to bullshit about.
I forget most of what happened the past few games, except for the one I went to Thursday against Atlanta. A) I won't show up to a game late again this season, B) I won't drink in Manhattan before a game over Newark again so long as I can help it. Both have proven to be jinxes. I could harp on about how bad that Thursday game was, but the Devils seem to have recovered from their general malaise with last night's win in LA. Tonight's game against the Flying Vs will be a real test, though.
Thursday Booze Tally:
Pre-Game
3 Guinnii at Mona's
Mid-Game
2 Bass
Post-Game
2-3 Bass at Brick City Grill
1 Brooklyn Lager at Cozy's
Brick City was pretty okay, but it kills me that all these Devils-centric bars all have the same Jersey guido motif going on, like there aren't perfectly good NJ dives or taverns to be found. God forbid I drink somewhere without fountains or marble.
Parise and (presumably) his girlfriend sat at the table two feet behind me. His dinner guest's visible discomfort led to a conversation as to why he would bring someone to the bar RIGHT ACROSS THE STREET IMMEDIATELY AFTER A GAME, to be surrounded by jersey clad nerds like me (to say nothing of doing so after the worst game they've played since the Meadowlands). Yet another of my female friends has now fallen under his handsome thrall, though this one did remark that he looked "a little dumb". I looked pretty dumb paying $30 for that fucking game, too, so I'll reserve judgement until I see some SAT scores.
I missed last night's game against LA because I've been inexplicably tired at random moments since falling ill last week. I also blame this exhaustion on NHL 09, which is fucking amazing. I did see highlights, though, and it sounded like a great effort all around - congrats to Rolston for his 1,000th game and Parise for his 100th goal.
As for the elephant I've kept over here in this corner...I like Brendan Shanahan. I've never said an ill word about him, even when he played for the disgusting, disgusting Rangers. I've actually praised him constantly over the years, so it's no surprise that I'm very glad to have him as a Devil again. I think the fact that Lou didn't sign him during the injury spell of November says a lot about the care and consideration he puts into every move - he wanted to give the current roster a chance before risking feather ruffling by bringing in outside help. So long as this doesn't precipitate some bad trade before the deadline (oh my God Madden needs to stay no matter how iffy he's been this year), I like having Shanahan. He's old and slow as shit, but time on the 3rd or 4th line without monster minutes while rocking the special teams will give the Devils an extra little edge to work with. It also lights a fire under the asses of Rupp and Clarkson (though who gives a shit about Rupp aside from Stan Fischler?) to fight for a roster spot.
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Friday, January 2, 2009
Night Ranger's Still Alive?!?
Steve Cangialosi, on some Habs player and his brother:
"I called them twins, but ____ is two years older than his brother."
Chico:
"That would be a long labor."
Kostopolous = Puckstopolous. He should've been a goalie. Wait, but then Clarkson beat the hell out of him and then THREW that bitch DOWN! FISTSTOPOLOUS!
Madden snapped his drought! So awesome. You could see his hesitation, but come on. Rupp's not gonna score on that chance.
Good to see Marty in the stands.
I should've gone tonight, because that crowd sounded crazy and those Habs fans know how to party. Hopefully I can make it out on Sunday...
"I called them twins, but ____ is two years older than his brother."
Chico:
"That would be a long labor."
Kostopolous = Puckstopolous. He should've been a goalie. Wait, but then Clarkson beat the hell out of him and then THREW that bitch DOWN! FISTSTOPOLOUS!
Madden snapped his drought! So awesome. You could see his hesitation, but come on. Rupp's not gonna score on that chance.
Good to see Marty in the stands.
I should've gone tonight, because that crowd sounded crazy and those Habs fans know how to party. Hopefully I can make it out on Sunday...
Mike Motteau Scored...
...and the Devils lost to Dallas. Just pointing out the facts.
I didn't get to watch much hockey this week, but I'll be tuned into tonight's game against the Senators. The period of hockey I saw from Dallas was pretty wretched, though. The half of the outdoor game I saw was pretty neat, too. I expect to see the rest when it inevitably, constantly repeats on the NHL Network. The bits of the Team USA game I saw today were pretty heartbreaking. At least I've got that SANDWICH to look forward to!
I didn't get to watch much hockey this week, but I'll be tuned into tonight's game against the Senators. The period of hockey I saw from Dallas was pretty wretched, though. The half of the outdoor game I saw was pretty neat, too. I expect to see the rest when it inevitably, constantly repeats on the NHL Network. The bits of the Team USA game I saw today were pretty heartbreaking. At least I've got that SANDWICH to look forward to!
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Elephantitis of the Rock
Take the greatest orgasm you've ever had, add 1991 Jennifer Connelly (or whatever your male/transexual/animalized counterpart would be), then imagine it happened during a perpetual free fall. I didn't feel quite THAT good about the Devils' win over the Rangers last night, but it was pretty close.
It was great to see for a few reasons:
-The Rangers and Devils are passing each other going in opposite directions as the season progresses. The Devils are finally healthy (sans Marty) and have held it together through a very trying first three months. They are four points behind the Rangers, but have four games in hand on them. The Rangers are showing that their shootout wins are all that separate them from being a mediocre team. It's interesting how their top players are performing like the top Devils of last year - poorly.
-That MSG crowd was fired up and fucking DRUNK. I'm very glad to have stayed home, because my Christ, there must have been blood last night. We're talking about people with a number of holidays off, blowing off Christmas steam by getting to the Blarney Stone at 2PM and never looking back. I love it when these people are stunted by their crappy team's play. Drunken confusion always = HILARIOUS (when it's not me).
-The Devils definitely needed this win. They haven't won at the Garden for way too long, but it was also a good test - the loss to Pittsburgh the night before hurt, and a win against the Blues this week would mean little, since they're awful. This win was a great morale boost.
Also, Rangers commentary is un-fucking-watchable. The post show is literally corrosive. This is to say, if you were to touch your screen during this broadcast, your hands would quickly resemble stumps, like that guy in the 1986 Fly remake. How MSG got FCC approval to broadcast actual mutant fly vomit is beyond me.
Clemmenson was no joke during that 5 on 3. I was very, very proud of the guy. He showed real heart, a touch of playoff poise, like me at karaoke - a true gentleman.
I am sad to report that not a single Rangers fan decided to shoot Mike Motteau in the neck with a blow dart tipped with elephant tranquilizer. He actually plays like that every sinlge game.
It was great to see for a few reasons:
-The Rangers and Devils are passing each other going in opposite directions as the season progresses. The Devils are finally healthy (sans Marty) and have held it together through a very trying first three months. They are four points behind the Rangers, but have four games in hand on them. The Rangers are showing that their shootout wins are all that separate them from being a mediocre team. It's interesting how their top players are performing like the top Devils of last year - poorly.
-That MSG crowd was fired up and fucking DRUNK. I'm very glad to have stayed home, because my Christ, there must have been blood last night. We're talking about people with a number of holidays off, blowing off Christmas steam by getting to the Blarney Stone at 2PM and never looking back. I love it when these people are stunted by their crappy team's play. Drunken confusion always = HILARIOUS (when it's not me).
-The Devils definitely needed this win. They haven't won at the Garden for way too long, but it was also a good test - the loss to Pittsburgh the night before hurt, and a win against the Blues this week would mean little, since they're awful. This win was a great morale boost.
Also, Rangers commentary is un-fucking-watchable. The post show is literally corrosive. This is to say, if you were to touch your screen during this broadcast, your hands would quickly resemble stumps, like that guy in the 1986 Fly remake. How MSG got FCC approval to broadcast actual mutant fly vomit is beyond me.
Clemmenson was no joke during that 5 on 3. I was very, very proud of the guy. He showed real heart, a touch of playoff poise, like me at karaoke - a true gentleman.
I am sad to report that not a single Rangers fan decided to shoot Mike Motteau in the neck with a blow dart tipped with elephant tranquilizer. He actually plays like that every sinlge game.
Saturday, December 27, 2008
"I Don't Care" by Fallout Boy...
...is very funny when my brother sings it in Rock Band.
Missed last night's game, and it sounds like I didn't miss much. Glad to hear attendance was high, there's almost always a spike this time of year. Getting pretty psyched about the game against the Rags tonight, I'll have some updated thoughts later on.
On a sad note, Mike Motteau is scheduled to play tonight.
Missed last night's game, and it sounds like I didn't miss much. Glad to hear attendance was high, there's almost always a spike this time of year. Getting pretty psyched about the game against the Rags tonight, I'll have some updated thoughts later on.
On a sad note, Mike Motteau is scheduled to play tonight.
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Grundle.
That was a really, really good game. Too bad the Devils lost.
Both teams had very few quality scoring chances, and Rupp and Holik were there with some huge hits. I do wonder what will become of Rolston. He's improving, so where does he end up line-wise? Whatever, the game really just came down to that one goal Clemmenson gave up early in the third. With all the (deserved) talk of it feeling like a playoff game, it's interesting to think of how it could've gone with Marty in net. (considers) AH, there we go...warm tummy fuzzies.
Savard's no joke.
There were a ton of Bruins fans, and almost all were pretty awesome. Many folks drove down for the game, a lot of positive comments about the arena, which is always nice. One crew I saw had a bunch of Cam Neely shirts on, I thought that was neat. NEAT!
I was scolded at the game for doing wrestling impersonations with some drunk fans, because we weren't "paying attention to the game". This assertion was false and not at all in the spirit of Christmas.
NJ Devil did NOT do a rail slide, and Boston scored immediately after. Stupid fucking mascot.
My friend and I actually sat in our assigned seats for the first time this season, at least until we were lured by the siren's call of our usual motley section 209. It felt very odd, yet comforting, like a summer home where one goes to relax and possibly quilt. I should learn to quilt just to do so at a hockey game.
BOOZE TALLY
Pre-game:
3 Rudy Red beers
several shots of Jim Bean
Mid-game:
1 Miller Lite
2 Bass Ales
Post-game:
several more shots of Jim Bean
1 Guinness
1 shot Jager
1 shot Jameson
Mike Motteau still played. Very upsetting.
Both teams had very few quality scoring chances, and Rupp and Holik were there with some huge hits. I do wonder what will become of Rolston. He's improving, so where does he end up line-wise? Whatever, the game really just came down to that one goal Clemmenson gave up early in the third. With all the (deserved) talk of it feeling like a playoff game, it's interesting to think of how it could've gone with Marty in net. (considers) AH, there we go...warm tummy fuzzies.
Savard's no joke.
There were a ton of Bruins fans, and almost all were pretty awesome. Many folks drove down for the game, a lot of positive comments about the arena, which is always nice. One crew I saw had a bunch of Cam Neely shirts on, I thought that was neat. NEAT!
I was scolded at the game for doing wrestling impersonations with some drunk fans, because we weren't "paying attention to the game". This assertion was false and not at all in the spirit of Christmas.
NJ Devil did NOT do a rail slide, and Boston scored immediately after. Stupid fucking mascot.
My friend and I actually sat in our assigned seats for the first time this season, at least until we were lured by the siren's call of our usual motley section 209. It felt very odd, yet comforting, like a summer home where one goes to relax and possibly quilt. I should learn to quilt just to do so at a hockey game.
BOOZE TALLY
Pre-game:
3 Rudy Red beers
several shots of Jim Bean
Mid-game:
1 Miller Lite
2 Bass Ales
Post-game:
several more shots of Jim Bean
1 Guinness
1 shot Jager
1 shot Jameson
Mike Motteau still played. Very upsetting.
Tuesday, December 23, 2008
Powderstache
I really like the Boston Bruins. I can't help it, they're just a franchise I've always dug. Bobby Orr's my favorite player of all-time, and they've got a decent fan base (when they're not too busy being awful baseball fans).
Tonight, I hate them. They play the Devils on Versus, and both teams have been sick this past month. Don Koharski is one of tonight's refs, and I might just have to bring some donuts to the game for fat ole' #12.
Madden should be back in tonight, and Mike Motteau is still playing hockey. I like one of those facts.
Go Devils!
Tonight, I hate them. They play the Devils on Versus, and both teams have been sick this past month. Don Koharski is one of tonight's refs, and I might just have to bring some donuts to the game for fat ole' #12.
Madden should be back in tonight, and Mike Motteau is still playing hockey. I like one of those facts.
Go Devils!
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