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Lol james neal.

That burr quote is gold.

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Flyers won't be worse than the Devils and Hurricanes. I've got em 6th in the division.

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Sabres lock up Cody Franson for 2 years, $6.6 million. They've made some decent acquisitions this offseason. Spent a lot of money, sure, but some decent acquisitions in terms of ability.

I'm interested to see if we see any other pre-training camp moves or if teams are gonna stand pat for now and see if they identify any holes once training camp gets going.

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Sabres will be good until teams figure out their system and Bylsma is too stubborn to shake things up

#GetToOurGame

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State of penis: Erect and throbbing

http://www.thehockeynews.com/blog/wa...ut-of-mid-air/

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oh my god

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Hello there.

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It moved

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:lol:thumbsup

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ICE wants to deport Slava Voynov: http://www.thehockeynews.com/blog/re...-kings-voynov/

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:lol:lol Bruins

http://www.si.com/nhl/2015/09/10/bos...ditioning-test

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Ryan Clowe forced to retire due to concussions. Sad stuff.

http://www.thehockeynews.com/blog/de...e-concussions/

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:lol:lol:lol

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Franzen cleared to play after being out since January with a concussion. I'm scared for him. I really hope nothing happens cause that could be bad.

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Some of the more noticeable PTOs going into training camp so far:

Daniel Paille - CHI
Derek Roy - WSH
Fleischmann - MTL
Jan Hejda - CHI
Martin Havlat - FLA
Brad Boyes - TOR
Curtis Glencross - TOR
Steve Bernier - NYI
Ray Emery - TBL
Jonas Gustavsson - BOS
Ryan Wilson - CGY
Scottie Upshall - STL
Peter Budaj - LAK
Scott Gomez - STL

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Crazy how some of these names can't get a 1 year deal somewhere.

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Yeah, seems like more than usual. Indication of the youth movement in the NHL?

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I'm happy the Flyers are finally not one of those teams trying to see what an old timer (relatively speaking) has left in the tank. Just go youth movement.

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Happy birthday!!!

http://thebiglead.com/2014/03/25/vin...es-zero-goals/

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For my friend Kev:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H-cm-2qqxxs

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:lol:lol amazing

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OMG. I'm falling on the floor here at work. :lol What in the world????

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I think that video says it for everyone in here, Kevin..... wow.

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http://totalfratmove.com/uva-startin...uring-timeout/

WAHOOWA!!!

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Guy played in too many men's leagues in the offseason.

I had a league that kept buckets of beers on ice on the benches during games.

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Oh my.

How come I didn't the Sal version in July.

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Three weeks from tomorrow is hockey season. 24 for my Wings.

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Yep. We have a whiteboard (n/r) here at work that I've had the count down going to the start of the NHL season. Think I started it at 65-ish days. Says 22 now...

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Havent been around much, have we discussed the fantasy league? I believe last year we talked about making a keeper. I think Ben needs to renew?

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Does anyone personally know our GM of the yahoo league? Getting closer here.

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That awful leaked black jersey that was rumored to be the new Islander 3rd jersey for Brooklyn is the jersey. It is really the worst looking thing ever. I'm so disappointed. I won't provide a link to that shit and I won't be buying a jersey.

As for fantasy, why don't we start up a new one then with a keeper, etc from the start. I'd join. I'm sure we could get 10 of us. No?

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I think the idea was to start last year knowing that this year would be a keeper year, but if we have to start over we have to start over.

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Yikes, Sal. That jersey is just awful. I'm so sorry you have to see your team represented in it. Tavares looks so displeased in the photos on the Isle twitter page :lol

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I have his number, I'll shoot him a text.

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They going Brooklyn to look like the Nets, I guess...you know, the Black.

When it was leaked weeks, I was all over saying, nah, it has to be some sort of practice jersey.

I guess they will be coming out to "Gangsta's Paradise" when they wear those jerseys.

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Tavares even looks disappointed to be unveiling those hideous monsters.

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Speaking of jerseys, no ads on them for now. Bettman (if we are to believe him) said it would take A LOT of money to make it happen. Let's hope no one gets to that number.

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If anyone was wondering, Kane is on the Hawks training camp roster.

http://www.thehockeynews.com/blog/bl...training-camp/

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Those jersey are awful. Yikes!

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Get to a preseason game near you if you want to see some 3 on 3.

http://www.nhl.com/ice/news.htm?id=779353&cmpid=nhl-twt

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I must admit the jerseys look a little better when I saw pictures of Tavares on the ice in it but I still have a big problem with it because black is not and should never be an Islanders color. If the Brooklyn people wanted it and it's a concession , so be it.

I wish the stadium series jersey became the 3rd jersey but I'm sure the money game deemed a New Jersey necessary to milk the fans out of more cash.

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The NHL isn't that dumb to jump the gun first. The NBA will be first. The NHL is too busy working on expanding to new markets and gaining new fans...advertisements on jerseys alienates fans and detracts from the growth they need right now.

Bettman's biggest fight has always been expanding hockey to new areas. It's such a niche sport, still, and Bettman knows better than to take away from the momentum he's built just to make short term profits. He's not business dumb, as much as people hate him. I actually like him as a commish, and think he's smart enough to know that he needs to keep building and thinking long term.

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Saw that.

Also - anyone thinking TB might try and move Stamkos before his contract expires at the end of next season since it appears he is headed to Toronto?

http://www.thehockeynews.com/blog/st...an-youd-think/

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Ben said he would be around later today for the fantasy league.

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Voynov peacing out, self deportation.

https://twitter.com/rich_hammond/sta...88209850011648

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Did we reestablish the hockey league yet?

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I doubt they trade him. They are primed to be a contender this year, you take that shot even if you think he's leaving.

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i am ready to defend second place!

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I texted waterboy today and he said he would be around after work. Hoping he is putting it together tonight.

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I'm gonna follow the Kings and win every other year. ;)

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I'm gonna try to actually make the draft and find time for the team this year :lol

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I'm definitely ready to dominate the regular season only to lose in my first playoff game again :shrug

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How late does he work?! God damn. This is my only fantasy league for any sport this year.

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Give him until Friday? It's not like the season is starting tomorrow.

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Hey everyone. I am going to start the league back up shortly, I will be sending out invites to last years owners and will be opening up to other teams shortly thereafter.

Sorry to be short and sweet. I'm exhausted tonight.

I'll be around more tomorrow and Friday afternoons.

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Thank good you showed, we almost had a Canucks riot here. :lol

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Good to be here. I'm going to try to be around more this year. It was rough personally for me last year.

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Hope all is well now. :hug

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much. way better place work-wise which improves all else. :D

thanks

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Wonder who the one player was

http://www.usatoday.com/story/sports...mate/72020634/

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Good to hear, and trust me I get it.

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Carcillo retires. Never a fan of him as a hockey player but have much respect for him as a person and what he aspires to do.

http://www.theplayerstribune.com/dan...lo-retirement/

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Maple Leafs trade 5 prospects for Michael Grabner.

http://www.thehockeynews.com/blog/ma...ser-prospects/

Sal, thoughts?

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Lots of Meh Prospects. I liked Nilsson, and Verhenge (however you spell his name). Nilsson was good on the back end. Smooth skater, not afraid to hit people and a good shot.

Finn will never play in the NHL. Gibson did alright when I saw him. Beck was the former Nashville guy, right?

I don't know a ton about Grabner, other than he is an NHL player. This will also give us a good opportunity to sign the 18,000 PTO's we've got.

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So Patrick Kane just spoke to the media for the first time. Basically said nothing of interest, apologized to his family, teammates and the organization, and added that he is "confident he will be absolved of any wrong doing". From what I understand he basically deflected all questions with the ongoing investigation line.

Link with short video in case you're interested:

http://www.chicagotribune.com/sports...917-story.html

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I'm not surprised at the move. Once Brock was signed, we had too many forwards and someone had to go. Grabner been shopped all summer . At first I thought Toronto gave us their trash for Bridgeport depth but upon further review , it looks like one or 2 could be serviceable in nhl if injuries occurred.

Grabner was well liked but has been injured often and I wish him well. I'm happy he is gone.

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I appreciate this thread.

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I am confident that once all the facts are brought to light, I will be absolved of having done nothing wrong.
-Kane.

So... He will be absolved of doing nothing wrong

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I forgot the most important thing about finally trading Grabner. They shed his $5 million dollar contract for this which gives us tremendous flexibility to make a deal to add someone, especially since our cupboard is still so stocked with prospects.

They also signed Steve Bernier today after the trade. He can be our 13th forward for 750K....much more economical.

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I caught that too. I know what he meant, but :lol

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http://www.newsobserver.com/sports/n...e35483391.html

Hurricanes owner Don Waddell had some interesting comments regarding Alex Semin and the decision to buy him out. Best quote is easily: "In simple terms, we paid him $14 million to go away".

Ouch. Though I will say, $14 mil to fuck off ain't a bad gig if you're the one fucking off.

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I'll fuck off for 14 dollars.

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Which of the two are NHL players for you? Beck I suppose could be one, as he's a bit of a tweener but I'm not sure who the other one is.

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And he still gets to play and make money on top of that.

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jackets back-2-back traverse city tournament champions.
beat the red wings in their own back yard.

#jacketsin5baby

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Pacioretty named captain of the Habs.

Voted on by his teammates, which is pretty cool and has got to be a rewarding feeling for him.

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Such a bad look for this fanbase.

@frank_seravalli: Patrick Kane receives the loudest roar from fans as he steps on the ice for the beginning of #Blackhawks camp. http://t.co/r5A8nFROBR

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No Kane Merchandise for sale at camp.

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Hawks organization looks pretty pathetic right about now.

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This is from last year but still awesome.

http://youtu.be/VsUpueo8e40

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I don't care if this is BS. Jagr is the best.

http://thebiglead.com/2015/09/20/jar...paign=facebook

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.....why?

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Camp underway. I was all for signing Zdlicky a couple of months ago but was excited when we didn't to see Pulock get his chance. I guess we shall see how it plays out now

I was glad Nelson signed and got in on time. Otherwise, we were facing another Bergenheim situation like 06 or 07.

I will be making the trek to Barclays at least once this year. One of my best friends' dad is on the board of the Brooklyn Nets and so Friday night he invited our poker group, which is about 7-10 guys to all go to the Islanders - Rangers game on a Sunday in March. Something to look forward to. I'm assuming it's a suite but maybe not. We'll see.

And.......Jagr rules.

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what's the deal with center ice this year? Still no streaming, individual teams, etc?

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Need advice/opinions on my long time auction keeper league. We keep 4 guys and the cap is $450.

I am keeping Getzlaf at $27 and Tarasenko (who I won last year at auction) for $47 and G Corey Schneider at $5. Schneider won't win lots but his other stats will be solid and he is minimum salary.

MY last spot comes down to Okposo who I kept last year for $5 bucks or J Schwarz at $39. I am debating about pairing the LW, a thin position in fantasy, Schwarz with Tarasenko and hope they continue to get better together. I can keep them forever at that price. Okposo is the better value as he would likely go for $40 bucks in open market but Schwarz would go for about $55.

I am leaning Okposo.

Thoughts?

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Preseason starts tonight!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!@!

:bounce:multi:bounce:multi:bounce:multi:bounce

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Lack of enthusiasm is disappointing

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Can't believe I'll be walking into Staples again tomorrow night! :monkey

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preseason hockey is probably more boring than preseason football

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Finally joined the league. How do I pick keepers again?

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I have not received an email about rejoining the league. Has everyone else?

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How many keepers do we get?

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My Team ---> Choose Keepers
Yes. I recieved an email to the email account that is set up in Yahoo sports
I don't see that all I see is the deadline to choose keepers is 10/6

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I saw it in my junk just now and joined. It was sent Thursday.

How many keepers? I kept three for now.

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I was also wondering about how many. That determines a lot. Keeping Price, there is no doubt on that one.

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Keeping Ovie and Doughty. Unsure if I'll keep more.

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As for preseason hockey, yeah I don't give a shit. Most aren't on TV here anyways plus you never know who is gonna play.

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Keeping Stamkos and Kessel for sure. May keep Bobrovsky too

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Getting in my obligatory pre-season "Leafs are going to win the CUP!!!!!!"


Carry on.

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Ahh found it thank you :thumbsup. I created a yahoo account solely for this league and haven't logged back into it since last year :lol totally forgot about that