Around the NHL — Episode XLXVI

[Masked]

I must have missed something, what exactly is attractive about Utah?

Other than the natural landscape, you can marry more than one puck bunny at the same time.

 

[dumbdick]

Other than the natural landscape, you can marry more than one puck bunny at the same time.

But good luck finding two puck bunnies in that state.

 

[OD99]

It's a heck of a lot better than a dozen or so NHL cities. Better weather and guys that like to party can head up to Park City. It's very "white" but if an NBA team can thrive there that should not bother an NHL team.

I was talking about all the traditional stuff we hear about why Ottawa is such a bad place to live.

I think it's all overblown anyway. Guys are on the road a lot, have a long off season, and have so much structure during the season that their downtime is limited anyway.

 

[The Devilish Buffoon]

But that's the thing....Coyotes go from the team on the top of everyone's no trade lists, to a reasonably attractive destination.

Which also mean Canadian teams, and a few other franchises, drop one notch down on the desirability list. Not good for us, at the end of the day.

Coyotes have always been a more attractive destination than Ottawa outside of maybe the last couple of years

 

[BankStreetParade]

I was talking about all the traditional stuff we hear about why Ottawa is such a bad place to live.

I think it's all overblown anyway. Guys are on the road a lot, have a long off season, and have so much structure during the season that their downtime is limited anyway.

And their partners and families don't matter at all, in this situation?

 

[FunkySeeFunkyDoo]

And their partners and families don't matter at all, in this situation?

Exactly. People seem to underestimate or flat out ignore how much the player’s wives are likely a factor in where they choose to play.

Anyone who is or has been married knows that if you’re wife doesn’t want to live in Ottawa, then eventually you won’t want to live in Ottawa.

 

[Wallet Inspector]

Call me a traitor but Toronto beating Boston round 1 is probably in our best interest.

A. It means Boston's 1st round pick doesn't get worse.
B. It means it's less likely Keefe gets fired, so less competition when it comes to hiring a new coach.

 

[dumbdick]

Call me a traitor but Toronto beating Boston round 1 is probably in our best interest.

A. It means Boston's 1st round pick doesn't get worse.
B. It means it's less likely Keefe gets fired, so less competition when it comes to hiring a new coach.

You're a traitor. I'd rather forfeit the pick than have the leafs win this series.

 

[Micklebot]

You're a traitor. I'd rather forfeit the pick than have the leafs win this series.

I was/am hoping for a 2nd round exit for the Bruins so that we can get the Tor exit out of the way quick, but Boston losing does have the silver lining of improving our draft pick, small consolation I suppose...

 

[dumbdick]

I was/am hoping for a 2nd round exit for the Bruins so that we can get the Tor exit out of the way quick, but Boston losing does have the silver lining of improving our draft pick, small consolation I suppose...

I can get on board with that. A few spots at the end of the first is unlikely to make much difference, but higher is always better.

That said, I find my respect level for the bruins has gone up and up over the years. They play the game right. Hard franchise not to root for, at least a bit.

 

[Butchy Dakkar]

I was/am hoping for a 2nd round exit for the Bruins so that we can get the Tor exit out of the way quick, but Boston losing does have the silver lining of improving our draft pick, small consolation I suppose...

That’s how I’m looking at it too

 

[Burrowsaurus]

And their partners and families don't matter at all, in this situation?

I mean. How much do you think that really factors in. For some absolutely it does. For most? Of course EVERYONE wants to be in Florida or California or New York. But there’s limited spots.

Most of the guys are happy to be making millions slapping a puck around. And the girls are happy to just be able to get a new Chanel purse every other week.

 

[Butchy Dakkar]

I mean. How much do you think that really factors in. For some absolutely it does. For most? Of course EVERYONE wants to be in Florida or California or New York. But there’s limited spots.

Most of the guys are happy to be making millions slapping a puck around. And the girls are happy to just be able to get a new Chanel purse every other week.

It factors in for sure.

I’m the breadwinner by far in my relationship and could easily live and work out west where I love it the most, and even internationally with diplomatic status and benefits, but we are in Ottawa because my wife’s family is here and this is where she wants to be (and is actually fine by me, I’m okay with Ottawa and my wife being happy is important).

It definitely matters.

 

[Burrowsaurus]

It factors in for sure.

I’m the breadwinner by far in my relationship and could easily live and work out west where I love it the most, and even internationally with diplomatic status and benefits, but we are in Ottawa because my wife’s family is here and this is where she wants to be (and is actually fine by me, I’m okay with Ottawa and my wife being happy is important).

It definitely matters.

Okay but in their line of work there are limited spots in the nhl cities.

 

[Butchy Dakkar]

Okay but in their line of work there are limited spots in the nhl cities.

True, and they don’t have to permanently live where they work, the offseason home can be the main home.

The wives/spouses definitely have a say however it shakes out. I relate to the idea that I’m the head of the household but my wife is the neck that moves the head. Sometimes she’s a strong and stubborn neck haha

 

[Senscore]

Finally some double overtime

 

[Micklebot]

TBL with a shorty

 

[Sens of Anarchy]

Bob not at his best .. Tampa takes advantage.



Stammer with some intimidation . Pretty much steals his lunch money

 

[Burrowsaurus]

True, and they don’t have to permanently live where they work, the offseason home can be the main home.

The wives/spouses definitely have a say however it shakes out. I relate to the idea that I’m the head of the household but my wife is the neck that moves the head. Sometimes she’s a strong and stubborn neck haha

As they all should be who knows what we would get into if they weren’t

 

[The Devilish Buffoon]

Boston beating Toronto has no impact on our pick other than removing one possible team who can bump our pick up. Re-seeding only occurs after the 2nd round (as well as after the 3rd rnd & finals).

 

[Sens of Anarchy]

How 'bout this vet?

 

[Icelevel]

Food poisoning?? Seriously?
What a lame bs excuse. What is he in high school?

 

[Burrowsaurus]

This is f***ed up and why isn’t toews doing anything. Wish someone snapped at Korpi like thi

 

[Burrowsaurus]

Man what is that penalty call lol. Thats happened basically every single shift

 

[Ouroboros]

Can't believe the Leafs are still dressing Reaves.