Confirmed with Link: Kris Versteeg signs with Rockford (EDIT: Decides to Hang Up Skates on 11/17/19)

[BK]

So difficult to decide who has the most toxic fan base: Toronto or Philly.

Philly.

Toronto fans just feel like they are the center of the universe (similar to NY baseball fans) but Philly fans are aggressive and hateful (making a HUGE generalization but I have personal experience with Philly fans getting aggressive).

 

[Geoist]

Philly.

Toronto fans just feel like they are the center of the universe (similar to NY baseball fans) but Philly fans are aggressive and hateful (making a HUGE generalization but I have personal experience with Philly fans getting aggressive).

This is the story I think of when I think of Philadelphia fans
Cherry Hill man intentionally vomits on off-duty cop, daughter at Phillies game

That, and the characters from It’s Always Sunny.

 

[ChiHawks10]

This is the story I think of when I think of Philadelphia fans
Cherry Hill man intentionally vomits on off-duty cop, daughter at Phillies game

That, and the characters from It’s Always Sunny.

He wasn't a Philly fan, though...

That dirtball was from New Jersey.

 

[Geoist]

He wasn't a Philly fan, though...

That dirtball was from New Jersey.

Phillies are the second most popular baseball team in NJ. He was likely rooting for them.

What’s New Jersey’s Favorite Baseball Team?

 

[ChiHawks10]

Phillies are the second most popular baseball team in NJ. He was likely rooting for them.

What’s New Jersey’s Favorite Baseball Team?

Ah, ok.

 

[bwana63]

Those bus rides just got a lot more entertaining.

Hopefully, not too entertaining. lol

Frivolity aside, fully expecting Versteeg to embrace his role as a leader and mentor.

 

[RayP]

So difficult to decide who has the most toxic fan base: Toronto or Philly.

Toronto and it’s not even close.

 

[idontusethisanymore]

 

[Blackhawkswincup]

I assume that is end of line for Steeger in NA hockey or potentially all levels of hockey

643 Regular Season Games
149 Goals
209 Assists
358 Points

93 Playoff Games
18 Goals
30 Assists
48 Points

NHL All Rookie Team
2 Stanley Cups

Pretty good career for a 5th rounder

 

[Idionym]

I wonder why he wanted to stop. Injuries?

 

[Mrfenn92]

Good luck to Kris. Wouldn't be surprised if he joins the hawks in some capacity.

 

[Giovi]

Hes got the gift of gab and loves a camera. He'll find work in broadcasting.

 

[GaryU]

Hes got the gift of gab and loves a camera. He'll find work in broadcasting.

Only 4 guys on NBC-SN show. Bring up another chair.

 

[Giovi]

Only 4 guys on NBC-SN show. Bring up another chair.

A definite possibility.

 

[Sir Loin]

Damn, was hoping to see him called up for a night or so if the situation was right.

One of my personal favorite Hawks ever.

 

[Blackhawkswincup]

 

[CallMeShaft]

Updated thread title.

 

[bwana63]

Good luck with your next chapter, Steeger. You're destined to be a helluva color guy.

 

[CallMeShaft]

He's going for Don Cherry's old job.

 

[clydesdale line]

Great career for Steeger. Great personality off the ice as well. I hope he stays with the Blackhawks in some capacity.

 

[swerdnase]

Time for One More Shift.

 

[coolhand]

Good luck Kris, sorry to see you hang up the skates. You will always be appreciated for your time with the Hawks. I'll never forget your goal in Game 5 of the Philly series.

 

[BrianE]

Wish Steeger all the best, great personality he has for sure.

 

[ReLyT]

Steeger's exit interview... who brought the onions?

 

[piteus]

Since his career is finally over ... I will say I appreciated his career. He helped us win 2 Cups. He had a good career.