You Make the Call:

Thanks to the Whistler for him posting this video

The call in question happened during Thursday nights NCAA semi final game. I believe this play should have never resulted in a penalty. If you watch the replay you will see that Barry Melrose agrees with this analysis by saying that Finley kept his elbow down and it was probably the difference in the size of the players.

I will say that I don't blame the loss on the officials the B.C. Eagles deserved to win this game and the Sioux took some untimely and undisciplined penalties that were legitimate penalties, this was a blown call and should have never been a penalty. The ref also missed a few other penalties; add the checking from behind on Duncan at center ice right in front of the players bench, the bush league interference call against Porter in the first period. It is my opinion that the ref has got to get those calls right. Apparently Shegos is the CCHA's version of Don Adam or Don Champion.

Derrick Sheppard is reffing the National Championship game with in itself is laughable, however, that being said at least you know what your going to get with Derrick.

The Oshie and Toews Watch

The Watch is Officially on

I hate this time of year more than the ending of the Waterfowl season. For the past three plus season the UND Fighting Sioux have enjoyed great success followed by a mass defection of skilled players. I found this article on HockeyBuzz.COMand its got a pretty interesting perspective on some of the WCHA's top players; sounds like T.J. Oshie is sitting about 50/50 on going pro while Jonathon Toews and Eric Johnson are gone. I know its a blog but EK runs a pretty credible blog and he appears on XM-204 all of the time. I suppose we can take it for what it's worth. Or as Hakstol likes to say, "it is what it is."

If you happen to run into Black Hawks super prospect Jonathan Toews in the next few days don’t be surprised if he is still wearing his North Dakota uniform.

With Thursday night’s loss to Boston College likely being his final game playing for the Fighting Sioux, Toews couldn't take off his jersey after the game. He sat in his stall with his head buried in his lap for several minutes while still wearing his equipment. Some of his teammates were already headed to the bus before Toews even took off an elbow pad.

When Toews was attending Shattuck-St. mary's with Taylor Chorney, Ryan Duncan, and Chay Genoway they all decided they would attend the same University and play together. The fact that it looks like Toews will leave without a national championship is difficult for him to accept

Toews is smart enough to say he owes it to his teammates to not think about next season. It does him no good to come out and say I'm off to Chicago to play in the NHL.

Sometimes we forget these kids get attached to the college lifestyle and their friends. It’s not that easy to just cut the cord and turn pro no matter how good you are. When Toews was attending Shattuck-St. mary's with Taylor Chorney, Ryan Duncan, and Chay Genoway they all decided they would attend the same University and play together. The fact that it looks like Toews will leave without a national championship is going to be difficult for him to accept

But let's face it, he’s gone.

The better question is what his pal T.J. Oshie will do.

I found it interesting when Oshie told me his decision will no question be impacted by whatever choice Toews makes. Oshie plans on being as committed as ever in the gym this summer with hopes of adding ten pounds of muscle. He will certainly need to add strength to play in the NHL.

I get mixed signals from the Blues on Oshie. While they all agree Oshie is going to develop into an impact player at the NHL level, some think another year in school wouldn’t hurt. Others have told me playing in the NHL next season will be a non-issue for Oshie.

All I know is this; Oshie is really excited to play for the St. Louis Blues. He couldn’t get the smile off his face when I brought up the team that made him a first round pick in 2005. He loved being inside the Blues building. Oshie is so far removed from St. Louis he has no idea how high he is thought of among Blues management and fans. He didn’t even attend the draft the year he was selected, so he has had little face time with anybody from the city or the Blues organization.

This was the first time Oshie had ever been to St. Louis. He said it was really special to finally put a face with the city. Oshie added that seeing fans walking the streets wearing Blues jerseys while driving to the rink was an unbelievable experience. When I spoke to Oshie following UND’s loss to BC he had not bumped into Larry Pleau or John Davidson while in St. Louis.

Oshie spoke to Erik Johson recently and plans on talking to him again before he makes his decision.

Speaking of Johnson, he has not told the Blues what his intentions are for next season but sources very close to Johnson say he has decided to leave Minnesota.

Both Johnson and Oshie plan on attending the Blues Prospect camp in July.

Oshie will take his time to collect his thoughts and decide on his future.

First off I like the line of thinking when some suggest that T.J. Oshie needs another year in the college game. Who am I to stand in the way. As most Sioux hockey fans know there are numerous rumors flying around that T.J. will stay in college for one more year. Some have even quoted his father as saying that. Others are saying mark T.J. off next season's roster because he is as good as gone already. I am sure the truth lies somewhere in between. I crossing my fingers and wearing out my knees praying that Oshie stays because he is an amazing player with God given talents. I find it amusing that Oshie has not bumped into the the team leadership as of yet, that could be a good sign or it could me that he was more focused on the task at hand. Stay tuned we will see how this shakes out.

Also, looks like Maine Coach Tim Whitehead might want to recruit another goalie

That’s not exactly the case for Maine goaltender Ben Bishop. He doesn’t need any time.

He wants to turn pro now. He says he’s ready and he’s hoping the Blues feel the same way.

Bishop is confident he can make the transition, but I have the feeling the Blues want him to wait.

First of all it’s a valid question to ask if he is even ready, but also would it make sense to have him play a handful of games backing up Marek Schwarz in Peoria next season? If the Blues wait a year or two Bishop could jump in and be the number one guy in Peoria right away.

A big question heading into this off-season will be if Davidson picks up the phone and offers the 6’7 Bishop a contract.

Bishop was decent Thursday night. Michigan State was successful in creating traffic in front of him and the bounces went the Spartans way as a result.

He has impressive athletic ability for a goaltender his size and handles the puck efficiently.

That would be a huge loss for Maine as Bishop is a shut down goalie that makes a living frustrating the opposition. I don't get it though, college was the best time of my life and these kids have a life time to make money. The money is going to be there if they stay one or two more years. Just ask Jordan Leopold, he stayed all four season, won a Hobey Baker and a National title and has been a solid player I believe because of him staying his final season in the WCHA/NCAA.

Backus and Ballard square off

Looks like David Backus is going to get to be getting a Christmas card from Keith Ballard. Lets Go Mav's is going to love this one. All in all it was a really good scrap. From watching both players when they played in the WCHA I can tell you that they are both very tough hockey players. This is also in my opinion is a perfect example of a good fight. As far as I can see It wasn't stagged and it was a result of spirited play that was decided on the ice.

Its Official Ryan Duncan is the Hobey Baker Memorial Winner

Hobey Duncan

I feel that Ryan Duncan is a very deserving recipient of this prestigious award. It's a great honor for a awesome hockey player that plays in the toughest league in college hockey. Although I am sure that the award it's probably a bitter sweet feeling and I am sure Ryan would trade in his Hobey Baker Memorial Award for a NCAA title I think it's great to see a Fighting Sioux hockey player finally receive this award. While some will poo-poo Duncan winning the award and will say that he isn't even the best player on his team, Duncan was the most valuable player in the WCHA this season.

REMEMBER THE SEASON

HAVE YOU BEEN DRINKING?

Drinking and driving the ZAMBONI is legal in New Jersey. Who would have know this fact.

Here is the link to the story from CNN too, so it is not a hoax.

New Jersey Zamboni Story on CNN

I wonder how he gets to work, does he drive a car? Oh my, if he does, I'm glad I live in Fargo...

This Should get you into the mood

The Stanley Cup playoffs are starting in five days and the Wild are going to be right in the thick of it. I look forward to this time of year every years. It's like two months of church every night.

Season Over

GF Herald Picture

2/3 of a Boring game

I told the my buddy watching the game with me in the third period that it doesn't look good (the game was tied 2-2 at time). B.C. outplayed the Sioux in the third period and the defense was giving up too many chances. I could sense that the end of the season was coming. In the end the Fighting Sioux took way too many penalties and had too many missed opportunities.

Then the roof fell in on the Fighting Sioux at the end of the game as they gave up two empty net goals. The empty net goal that really chapped my ass was the one where Brian Lee dogged it and was beat back to the puck in the defensive zone by two Boston College Eagle players, that in my opinion is really inexcusable. That can not happen, you can not as a player let yourself get beat when your season is on the line. I am sure Hakstal will use that as a learning experience.

Third Again

For the second season in a row the Fighting Sioux finished in third place. It woud be an understatement to say that it's been an interesting and exciting season. After being swept in the MTU series th Fighting Sioux hockey team had a record of 7-10-1 and in danger of missing the NCAA playoffs, something unheard of in Grand Forks, ND. Then the Sioux took the bull by the horns and went something like 16-3-4. I told my wife I am tired of the boys being the brides maid and watching them finishing in 2nd or 3rd place, while I have enjoyed making the Frozen Four a yearly event, I like many Fighting Sioux fans want to see the Fighting Sioux win an NCAA title and soon. It's been too long, 7 long years since the Sioux last won the NCAA title. Also, I want to be able to write 8 > 5.

Half of the Field is set

USCHO.COM photo
MSU tops Maine

The Spartans beat the Black Bears in game one 4-2. Kind of a boring game; Maine came out like gang busters and then MSU shut them down after that using the trap. I am not too upset with the results because I would honestly love to see an all western final with UND and MSU repeating the 1987 title game. First things first; UND has a tough task ahead of them when they face off against the Eagles tonight.

I am biased and I just don't want to see a Eastern team win the NCAA title. While most Sioux fans respect the Eagles and they are a heated rival, I want to see the WCHA retain the title as the NCAA champions.

Hats off to Maine they are a good team that plays a solid game of hockey. I really didn't see any flaws in their game other than they needed to be more balanced on offense. It baffled me to see Maine fans calling for their coach's head earlier in the season. In my opinion Maine's coach is doing a pretty good job, he has taken his teams to the NCAA Frozen Four two years in a row.

The Scouting Report

Courtesy of the Boston Herald
Scouting the Eagles and the Sioux

Scouting report: BC vs. N. Dakota
By Herald sports staff
Thursday, April 5, 2007 - Updated: 05:17 AM EST

TONIGHT - 8:07, Scottrade Center, St. Louis. TV - ESPN2. Radio - WWZN-AM (1510).

RECORDS

BC is 28-11-1. North Dakota is 24-13-5.

WHO’S HURT

Both teams are healthy.

PLAYERS TO WATCH

For BC, forwards Brock Bradford, Benn Ferriero, Nathan Gerbe, Joe Rooney; defensemen Brian Boyle, Mike Brennan and Brett Motherwell; and goaltender Cory Schneider. For ND, forwards Ryan Duncan, T.J. Oshie, Jonathan Toews, Chris Porter; defensemen Robbie Bina, Taylor Chorney and Brian Lee; and goaltender Phillippe Lamoureux.

BOTTOM LINE

The Eagles are on roll with nation’s best 12-game winning streak. The Fighting Sioux look for payback for last year’s national semifinal loss. Schneider, though, could prove difference

Colorado College Tiger Hockey: On the eve of the 'Four

Colorado College Tiger Hockey: On the eve of the 'Four

There appears to be a new blog call Support C.C. Tigers Hockey and this blog has a sweet new look. There is also a really nice article on tonights Frozen Four. So check out the blog and the article about the Frozen Four. I also added the blog to my liks section...

Go Fighting Sioux


Goon

Frozen Four has Arrived

Spring Classic

This time of year is nothing short of awesome; with the onset of April comes the NCAA Frozen Four as college hockey takes the center stage. The Sioux have made the Frozen Four for a third time in a row as the Fighting Sioux invade Scott Trade Center in St Louis, home of the St Louis Blues and former MSU-M Star David Backus. Hopefully the third time is a charm. Why is this an exciting time of year? Next week starting on Wednesday the NHL's Stanley Cup starts as 16 teams will battle for the Stanley Cup. March also starts a marathon of hockey until about June 1st and it doesn't get any better than that.

This year there will be no grand prediction for this weekend's Frozen Four, frankly last season because I blew it, and I am not going out on a line to make any predictions. There will also be no column written by my lab Dakota, he has officially retired to concentrate on hunting and being a house dog. My dog has a winning percentage of about .750 so he will definitely be laying at my feet as I watch the Sioux game tonight.

This year the Sioux started slow and finished strong just like the previous two seasons. The Sioux were 7-10-1 18 games into the season and looked as if they were at the crossroads of the season. To say I was concerned at the half way point would be an understatement, but they made believers out of us again. The Sioux got healthy and kicked it in losing only one game in regulation in 2007.


Goon's World adds new Team Member

Sioux_7 joins Goon's World Team and will be posting blog entries from time to time. Earlier this year he was a guest writer and tackled the re-alignment issue. I am sure Sioux_7 will touch on some of those issues such as well as other hot button issues. I look forward to seeing some of his work. I go to all the home games with Sioux_7 and he is also one of my hunting buddies. Together Sioux_7, his brother and I have shot many holes in the sky in pursuit of the elusive Green Head Mallard.

Link to the Frozen Four

Mankato's Travis Morin on this decision to stay for his senior year of school. looks like Travis made the right decision. I wish more pro teams would have this approach let the athlete stay in school and graduate with their senior class.

HF: Why did you not turn pro last year and go back for your senior year?
TM: Actually Washington thought it would be better for me to go back and spend another year in Mankato. That’s what they wanted and I was all for it. Looking back on it I’m happy I did go back, finish my senior year there with my classmates. We had a pretty good season up there and I wouldn’t have changed it for anything.

The tale of two Johnson's, it's an interesting story of two highly skilled young defensemen.

When Michigan fell in the NCAA hockey tournament, defenseman Jack Johnson stayed behind in Denver and tried to strike a deal to join the Los Angeles Kings immediately.

He hoped to play the final six Kings games of the season, then return to Ann Arbor to finish school.

Erik Johnson wasn’t as eager to leave Minnesota after the Golden Gophers fell to North Dakota.

“It hurts to have it go down this way,” Johnson told the St. Paul Pioneer-Press, “but we can always look forward to next year.”

The Blues are highly interesting in signing Johnson for next season and getting him prepared for his first NHL training camp. College is a great play to develop skills — especially in a quality program like Minnesota — but Johnson is clearly ready for the next test.

In the past, the Blues signed top collegiate stars like Tony Hrkac and Petr Sejna (two Hobey Baker Award winners) and put them right to work.

SIOUX7 Makes his Debut

FROZEN FOUR PREDICTIONS.

The afternoon tilt will feature the Maine Blackbears vs the Michigan State Spartans. Both programs have good hockey roots, Maine has been in the playoffs for many years now, and MSU has always been a contender. Maine got to the FF by beating St. Cloud State in the first round by a score of 4-1, they held SCSU scoreless of 9-power play opportunities. In the 2nd round they got a "re-match" against UMass, they had just lost 4 games to them to end the regular and HE playoff season. But the game that counted, Maine got revenge and they won. MSU got to the FF by first taking out Boston U, BU had been struggling down the stretch and it showed against the Spartans, and well, you know the story, MSU advanced. Then MSU had to play the No. 1 team in the polls, Notre Dame, not a traditional hockey power. MSU got tons of help from a Huntsville Alabama team that took the Irish to 2-overtimes the day before. All that bonus hockey came back to haunt the Irish as they didn't seem to have the jump that MSU had all game, but Notre Dame didn't give up after falling down by 2-0 score they got a goal, but alas that was the only one they got and MSU advanced by a score of 2-1.

The Big key to this game will be BIG BEN, if can play well and not injure/stress his groin again Maine has a chance of winning. MSU will have to try and take advantage of Big Ben's weakness, they need to make him move, especially side-to-side, if they can do that and get quality shots, they should win the game. I think this will be a low scoring affair, with any power play goals going a long way in determining the winner. I will pick the Spartans of MSU to win the game 3-2.

The evening match up, is being billed as THEE game. Arguably the 2 hottest teams in the country entering the tourney, these two teams are developing quite a history in the playoffs the last 10-years. It seems if these guys where meant to play each other...(yes, I'm in suggesting that there was some type of conspericy in the NCAA tourney selection of teams and seeding process. They do use a formula, but at some point the human factor has to come into play, it is after all humans that do play the games, not the computer) I could ramble on and on about how good each team is and all there strenghts, but I won't. It is the weakness that will need to be exploited by both teams in order to win. BC will need to stay away from the penalty box and UND will have to have Phil (the goalie) play and excellent game. That simple. With that I will now put on my green goggles for my prediction, SIOUX 4-2 (the 4 is an empty netter), that is what my crystal ball has told me :)

Boston Globe article: got to love Cory's honesty

I found this article on theBoston Globe Sports Page I love this kids honesty. I am excited about this game and it should prove to be a horse race between two very fast and skilled teams. Last years game left a horrible taste in my mouth so I hope the Fighting Sioux can turn the tables on the B.C. Eagles. Both teams are offensive focused teams that know how to run and gun and get up and down the ice. It’s definitely exciting hockey. I watched the Eagles play the Wisconsin Badgers earlier in the season and the defensive minded Badgers couldn't keep up with the speedy Eagles. Lets hope we don't have to watch the neutral zone trap this weekend.

There’s nothing standing between Boston College goaltender Cory Schneider and a trip to the 2007 NCAA championship game.

Well, nothing but what the Marblehead native calls the best line in the country - North Dakota sophomores Ryan Duncan, Jonathan Toews and T.J. Oshie. Grand Forks’ finest have combined for 97 points in the last 20 games.

Schneider and his BC mates - winners of their last 12 games - will try to slow the Fighting Sioux’ sizzling trio tomorrow (8 p.m.) in the semifinals of the 2007 NCAA Frozen Four in St. Louis.

“It’s probably the best line in the country - best line we’ll see all year,” said Schneider after BC practiced at Kelley Rink and before the team boarded a plane for St. Louis yesterday. “We’ve got to get the right matchups out there and just limit their speed, don’t let them beat us 1-on-1, keep them to the outside.”

The red-hot Schneider (14-1-0 with a 1.54 goals-against average and .948 save percentage in his last 15 games) has the benefit of experience playing with and against some of the Sioux snipers in international competitions.

The junior graduate of Phillips Andover also has the benefit of endless hours of video the BC coaching staff has allowed him and his cohorts to peruse over the week and a half since winning the Northeast Regional title.

“We spend a lot of time (watching video) - just seeing what their tendencies are, their offensive strengths, weakness, defenses, goaltending, special teams. (We’re) breaking it all down and seeing if we can exploit anything to our advantage and just prepare ourselves for all of their weapons,” said Schneider, who has started all 40 games for the Eagles this season.

So is Fighting Staged? Duh.

Here is an interesting perspective. Watch be George Laraque and the L.A. Kings tough guy Ivanans agree to a fight after the face off then commence to kicking each others ass. Notice the fans as they cheer in approval. Last night during the Wild Game when Radivojevic and Thorson had a spontaneous and great fight that resulted from the Wild players going hard to the net.

As long as fighting is in the game there will continue to be these discussions. I believe fighting is part of the game and isn't going to go away anytime soon. Lets call it a necessary evil. Those that think fighting isn't part of hockey live under a rock and are in denial and I also suggest that they stick to other sports like figure skating.

Check out this B.C. fan Blog

Check out this blog

I found this blog For Here Men are Men it offers a really good perspective on the B.C. Eagles and it also has some great press links from the Boston area newspapers about the up coming game with the Boston College Eagles. While I hate the Boston Globe political leanings they do have one of the best sports pages in the USA.

Sioux Hockey a Relgious Experience

Like most of us didn't already know this, but this is a nice aritcle from the Belleville News-Democrat I must add that it is a horrible name for a news paper, but I digress.

ST. LOUIS - Ryan Johnson knows there will be a lot of North Dakota green at the NCAA Frozen Four hockey tournament in St. Louis this week.

The St. Louis Blues winger still speaks in reverent terms of his 1 1/2 seasons with the North Dakota Fighting Sioux, who face Boston College on Thursday in the semifinals at Scottrade Center.

"It's a religion," was the first thing that came to Johnson's mind when asked about a tradition that includes three straight Frozen Four appearances and five in the last eight years. "In Grand Forks, with the beautiful facility they have and the support the city gives that team. It's unbelievable.

"There's not many other colleges in college hockey that have the tradition and history this program has."

Ex-Blue Tony Hrkac and Johnson's brother, former NHL player Greg Johnson, each were All-Americans with the Fighting Sioux, who won their first national championship in 1959. Hrkac played for UND's 1987 national champs while Los Angeles Lakers coach. Phil Jackson is another famous North Dakota alumnus

Ryan Johnson will have to miss the Frozen Four tournament with the Blues on a season-ending road trip this week.

"I would have loved to be here to watch the games," Johnson said. "I know the coaching staff very well and that would have been a blast, but I'll still be cheering them on in spirit."

Men's and women's hockey are the only Division I sports at North Dakota, where the home arena is the opulent 11,406-seat Ralph Engelstad Arena.

Named for its benevolent donor who spent $104 million to make it happen, the arena -- which opened in 2001 -- includes padded leather seats for all spectators, state-of-the-art training facilities and just about anything else you can think of.

" It's the only Division I sport at the university, it's the focal point," Johnson said. "It's just incredible the following that school gets."

Funny Joke

I have seen this joke a few times

I saw this joke on the Internet yesterday and Sioux_7 sent it to me in my email. I think it sums think up pretty well and its funnier than hell.

When I get to Heaven

It's 40 years from now, and most of the coaches we know and love have passed on to their Better Reward.... Red Berenson, Dave Hakstol, George Gwozdecky, Jerry York, Mike Eaves, etc.

Today, Don Lucia arrives in Heaven. God takes Don on a little tour of the place. They jump in a beautiful gold Cadillac, with God at the wheel, and cruise through a neighborhood of attractive homes bordering a golf course.

"There's Red Berenson's house," says God, as he points to a beautiful 10-room home painted maize and blue, with Michigan flags fluttering in a row down the long, luxurious drive. "Wow, that's nice," says Don. "And look over there: that's Mike Eaves' place." God nods towards a beautiful red and white 10-room home with a gorgeous lawn and Wisconsin flags festooning a long beautiful drive. "Very tasteful," says Don.

One by one, God points out similar homes belonging to coaches, all in beautiful settings. They finally arrive at Don's house, which is also a beautiful 10-room house, maroon with gold trim, with Gopher flags lining the drive, just as beautiful as the rest. "Gee, it's gorgeous," Don says.

They get out of the car, walk up the steps, and Don oohs and ahs over the house. But as he stands on the steps admiring the lawn, for the first time he notices the mansion across the street. It's huge and luxurious--at least 50 rooms, and is painted in the most beautiful Green and White color Don has ever seen, the lawn is so beautifully landscaped it nearly takes his breath away. But what really catches his eye is the larger-than-life-size bronze Sioux statue on a 6-foot tall granite
pedestal, and a huge line of UND flags lining the longest drive that they've seen all day, and it's paved with pure gold bricks.

"Hey, God?" Don asks tentatively. "I don't mean to seem ungrateful, but why do Red, Mike and I get 10-room houses, but Dave Hakstol gets such a huge gorgeous mansion?"

"Don," says God, "that's not Dave's house: that's MY house."

Final Thoughts

Lastly, let hope Hakstal is still around in 40 years by my math he would only be like 78, but the joke is funny. Typical tDon complaining about something.

Coach Hakstal Should show the team this video

2006-2007 Boston College Eagles Men's Ice Hockey Team



I think Hakstol should show the team this video is from a B.C. Eagle. Just viewing something like this should be enough to fire them up the team even more. Not that is should take anything to fire up the team at this time of year. If a hockey player is having a tough time getting fired up in April they might not have a pulse.

I thought it was an interesting perspective. Obviously there are a few references to the UND and B.C. game in 2001 the winning goal, which in hockey terms was nothing short of amazing. I still get choked up when I see that goal because that could have been UND's back to back national title. One last thing 7>2.

New Jersey Fires Coach: Are Kidding me?

Lou Cans Head Coach with 1 week left

Imagine this; you are a coach in the NHL. Your team is going to finish 1st or 2nd in your conference. Your team is currently sitting in first in your division. Lastly, your division team has won 4 out of 5 game and you lose your job. Don't forget that three of your best players were hurt and just returning to the line up. Claude Julian was fired from his job on Monday by the New Jersey Devils GM Lou Lamoriello
this is almost as silly as the Bruins trading Joe Thornton to San Jose and getting three mediocre players in their return. That is another issue though. I thought this was an April Fool's joke when I first read it. So I buzzed over to http://hockeybuzz.com to confirm it. This is down right silly.

Here is what Lou had to say

Lou...

"When you are in my position you know things that other people don't and I have to make my decisions based on that.
I must live up to your responsibility to do what I think is necessary."

"This is not a problem that has just come in the last few games."

"I don't like the direction the team was going in...not ready for playoffs...too relaxed."

"The decision came down to what is right for the New Jersey Devils to have the best chance at success and you make the move for that reason. It is not personal, it is my responsibility to make the moves that I think will do that."

"Julien will remain in the organization"

"I saw things nobody else did"

"The team was not in right frame of mind."

Julien will remain in the organization, yeah right. Look for Claude to run out the door when no one is looking.

Jack Johnson makes the High Lite Reels

I had the pleasure of watching Jack Johnson's first game as a LA King. Welcome to the NHL kid. I am sure the folks in Vancover liked that hit. I also watched Jack's game tonight but the Kings got worked pretty hard by the San Jose Sharks, Johnson got a lot of playing time but didn't really stand out all that much.