Sad anytime you hear about a young man with talent like that passing away. They say it was cardiac arrest. Toxicology reports will be released in a couple of months but it sounds like the guys was a decent guy.
From the business standpoint (which is very secondary), the Bears lose out on their second round draft pick because of the trade for Adams and basically have nothing to show for that trade now.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Thursday, January 14, 2010
Hockey's unwritten rule
So the other night when the Caps faced the Lightning, Ovie got into it with one of Tampa Bay's tough guys. Apparently Ovie took exception to something that guy did and went looking for him on the ice rocketing into him like a missile and hitting him hard. The two engaged in some pushing and shoving and both were sent off the ice for penalties.
In the box, the two were jawing at each other and once their penalties had expired, the Tampa Bay dude went after Ovie. To Ovie's credit, he didn't back down and the two threw their gloves down and were ready to fight. Just as they were about to engage, Matt Bradley flew in and mixed it up with the Tampa Bay guy.
It's interesting the unwritten rules of hockey. Ovie seemed ready and willing to fight the guy and Ovie was bigger and I'm sure stronger but Ovie is also a super valuable player to the Caps and will always be protected. It's just interesting that the Caps (and other teams) will go to all lengths to protect their stars. Every team has their intimidator or their fighter and their job is to do just that. Brashear used to be that guy for us but since he left, Bradley has stepped up in that role as best he can. Even if Ovie wanted to fight (and it looked like he did), the team will not allow it. Bradley or someone else without even thinking will immediately step in and take Ovie's place. It's interesting how hockey works this way.
In the box, the two were jawing at each other and once their penalties had expired, the Tampa Bay dude went after Ovie. To Ovie's credit, he didn't back down and the two threw their gloves down and were ready to fight. Just as they were about to engage, Matt Bradley flew in and mixed it up with the Tampa Bay guy.
It's interesting the unwritten rules of hockey. Ovie seemed ready and willing to fight the guy and Ovie was bigger and I'm sure stronger but Ovie is also a super valuable player to the Caps and will always be protected. It's just interesting that the Caps (and other teams) will go to all lengths to protect their stars. Every team has their intimidator or their fighter and their job is to do just that. Brashear used to be that guy for us but since he left, Bradley has stepped up in that role as best he can. Even if Ovie wanted to fight (and it looked like he did), the team will not allow it. Bradley or someone else without even thinking will immediately step in and take Ovie's place. It's interesting how hockey works this way.
Great Caps game last night
Down 4-1, the Caps battled back to tie it sending the game into OT and ultimately prevailing in the shootout.
Neuvirth got the starting nod but for the second game in a row was terrible. He let in at least two soft goals and for the second straight game was replaced by Theo. Theo didn't let another shot it in all night.
Down 4-1, the Caps scored shortly before the 2nd period ended and then Ovie scored just as the 3rd period started. The Caps added the equalizer with about 7 minutes remaining. They really had a flurry the last couple of minutes and looked like they had the game won when Knuble tipped I believe a Laich pass but it hit the post. The game ended up going to OT where it was back and forth action. The Panthers had at least two breakaways that Theo shut the door on. Laich took a tripping penalty with 45 seconds remaining making it a 4 on 3 game for the rest of OT and despite a couple of good Panther opportunities, they were unable to put the puck in thus sending it to shootout.
Panthers went and missed. Both teams first three players missed sending it to sudden death shootout. The Panthers scored on their opportunity so it was up to Brendan Morrison to keep the game alive. Thankfully he did but the Panthers next player scored for them. Again, it was up to Laich to keep the game alive and he did as well. The Panthers missed their next shot so Fleischman had a chance to end the game and he did. Great game and glad to see the Caps rebound from the disappointing Tampa Bay loss the night before.
Neuvirth got the starting nod but for the second game in a row was terrible. He let in at least two soft goals and for the second straight game was replaced by Theo. Theo didn't let another shot it in all night.
Down 4-1, the Caps scored shortly before the 2nd period ended and then Ovie scored just as the 3rd period started. The Caps added the equalizer with about 7 minutes remaining. They really had a flurry the last couple of minutes and looked like they had the game won when Knuble tipped I believe a Laich pass but it hit the post. The game ended up going to OT where it was back and forth action. The Panthers had at least two breakaways that Theo shut the door on. Laich took a tripping penalty with 45 seconds remaining making it a 4 on 3 game for the rest of OT and despite a couple of good Panther opportunities, they were unable to put the puck in thus sending it to shootout.
Panthers went and missed. Both teams first three players missed sending it to sudden death shootout. The Panthers scored on their opportunity so it was up to Brendan Morrison to keep the game alive. Thankfully he did but the Panthers next player scored for them. Again, it was up to Laich to keep the game alive and he did as well. The Panthers missed their next shot so Fleischman had a chance to end the game and he did. Great game and glad to see the Caps rebound from the disappointing Tampa Bay loss the night before.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Kiffin to USC
When you look at his prior stint with USC, it's not a huge surprise.
I can understand Tennessee being disappointed and upset with him leaving but let the guy do what he wants to do. They shouldn't be haters.
I can understand Tennessee being disappointed and upset with him leaving but let the guy do what he wants to do. They shouldn't be haters.
Buges retires
Seems like the guy has been around here forever. He's a solid coach and seemed to maximize the effort with what he had to work with but it's a good time for him to leave given all the change happening with the Redskins.
I'm sure his daughter passing away last year had an effect and refocused him to spend more time with his family.
Good luck, Buges.
I'm sure his daughter passing away last year had an effect and refocused him to spend more time with his family.
Good luck, Buges.
Skins hire Haslett as defensive coordinator
Seems like a solid hire. Haslett has had decent success running defenses previously and it's time for Blache to go.
We're expected to run a 3-4 defense so we'll see how that impacts our staff and the defense.
We're expected to run a 3-4 defense so we'll see how that impacts our staff and the defense.
Monday, January 11, 2010
Great Pack/Card game
51-45 was the final score. Great game if you love offense. Felt bad for GB having fought back multiple times from great deficits only to come up short in OT. The Pack scored to tie the game with less than 2 minutes left in the game only to watch Warner and Co. drive down the field to set up a 34 yard Rackers FG with 14 seconds remaining. Rackers drove it wide left and kept the Packers hope alive. At that point, you kind of felt like the Packers were going to pull it out especially when they won the coin toss.
On a 3rd and 5 in OT, Rodgers held on too long and was hit and lost the ball that went right into the waiting arms of Dansby who ran it in for the game winning TD. Again, REALLY tough loss for the Packers and you have to feel especially bad for Rodgers who had a great game but will probably only remember that last play in that game. Tough knowing that that is the play that ended your season.
For us fans, it was fantastic. That is the beauty of playoff football. I love it and can only hope for equally entertaining games next week.
On a 3rd and 5 in OT, Rodgers held on too long and was hit and lost the ball that went right into the waiting arms of Dansby who ran it in for the game winning TD. Again, REALLY tough loss for the Packers and you have to feel especially bad for Rodgers who had a great game but will probably only remember that last play in that game. Tough knowing that that is the play that ended your season.
For us fans, it was fantastic. That is the beauty of playoff football. I love it and can only hope for equally entertaining games next week.
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