The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.

[The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.]

Harry Howell. Hamilton born, NHL/WHA defenseman. Won the Norris in '66-67 and commented something to the effect of: "I'm glad I won this now, that kid in Boston is going to be pretty good". Bobby Orr won the next 8

http://www.hockeydb.com/ihdb/stats/pdisplay.php?pid=2382

An absolute gentleman and great ambassador for the game.

[Letterkenny]

Anyone else watch the Valentimes special? Would have been fun to be in the writers room for some of those exchanges during the speed dating scenes.

[Master car, truck, etc... topic]

Not anything exotic or overly fancy, but decided my Escape was bigger than I needed, so I traded it in a couple weeks ago for a Focus.

Has the winter package. Heated seats, steering wheel and mirrors, with remote start. All features I've never had in a vehicle before, so I'm enjoying it. Also enjoying filling up for less than $40 and having that last over a week.

[The Venting Spot]

Two words: Heat Rash!

[The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.]

On 8/16/2018 at 12:59 PM, bunnyman666 said:

Aretha Franklin

The Queen of Soul dies on the 41st anniversary of the death of the King of Rock n' Roll. Also Babe Ruth died on Aug 16/48. That's a pretty iconic death day.

[Vegas vs Washington]

Just got a text from a buddy of mine. He is in Vegas for business this week. Just bought a single for tomorrow on StubHub. Yeah, I'm a little jealous!!!

[Letterkenny]

Do Americans (without a direct Canadian connection) even "get" it?

 

[The Sweet Spot]

On 1/15/2018 at 4:19 AM, IPv6Freely said:

Can’t decide if this belongs here or in the venting thread, but I guess I’ll put it here since I think it’s hilarious.

Guys with matte black (or Tron-style carbon fiber look) helmets are the new white gloves and mirrored visors. It pretty much confirms douchebaggery is about to happen when you see one in warm ups. There are 4-5 guys in our league that are hated by everyone including their own team. Every one of them has a matte/carbon helmet. 

Im sure it’s just a coincidence but it’s been pretty spot on so far.

I object!!! haha 

[The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.]

The GM of USA Hockey passed away. 53 years old.

http://www.espn.com/olympics/story/_/id/22169105/usa-hockey-general-manager-jim-johannson-dies-age-53

[The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.]

She had such a unique voice. I didn't know she maintained a cottage residence in Peterborough, Ontario.  Her ex-husband was Canadian. RIP.

[The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.]

On 11/20/2017 at 2:52 AM, IPv6Freely said:

Charles Manson. Rot in hell.

Waiting to hear that Marilyn Manson is going to take his remains/ashes and turn it into the ink for his next albums liner notes. 

[The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.]

Country singer Troy Gentry (of Montgomery Gentry fame) and Country legend Don Williams both passed away Friday. Gentry was 50. He died in helicopter crash. Williams was 78. 

[Starting in Goal as an Adult]

This video was taken in my defensive end, hence...I will likely not be seen doing anything other than line changes! haha

[Drouin dealt to Montreal for Sergachev]

It also helped TB with their protection list. Drouin had to be protected, but Segachev does not.

[Drouin dealt to Montreal for Sergachev]

The picks only come into play if Sergachev plays 40 games in TB.

I like getting Drouin. Lots of skill. Easily capable of 50+ points. Losing Sergachev could end up hurting and if Beaulieu is indeed on the way out of town as well, that leaves them very thin for young D men. I suspect this means time is running our for Galchenyuk. Reports are he is being shopped for a defenseman.

 

[Photos of yourself]

On 5/24/2017 at 1:33 PM, Hills said:

Nope, Meridian Centre in St. Catharines. How was it playing there? I figured parking and lugging your gear in would be annoying.

It was great when we started there. They used to let us park underground and come through the security entrance. But one other group got rowdy or something, and suddenly no one was allowed to park there anymore. Parking was free Sunday nights at the lot across the street, so it was okay. Our ice time was 7:30-8:30 (I think)...but there was never anyone on before us....so, if we got there early and dressed, we'd be on the ice shortly after 7...get all warmed up and get a full hour in. Then when the management group changed from the local company to the US company, they instituted their half hour rule. They even wouldn't let us into the room until 7:00, so our extra ice time went away. Paying almost $400/hour wasn't worth it once all the perks went away.

 

[Photos of yourself]

On 3/7/2017 at 1:28 PM, Hills said:

Girl friend got some newer pictures of me when I was subbing last week. Her phone camera quality is lacking unfortunately.





 

Is that FirstOntario Centre (Copps?). Used to have a regular Sunday night pickup there. We moved it a couple years back when they raised prices.

 

[The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.]

Sir Roger Moore (James Bond in the 70's & 80's). He was 89.

[The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.]

Reports say it could be a suicide, but also point to a possible case of autoerotic asphyxiation. Athletes, actors, musicians. Anyone who performs or competes at a high level and seeks that rush of the stage/field is other ways, how many times has that been their downfall??

[The Venting Spot]

So, a buddy sends me a msg today "Wanna go to the game?" I reply "Bulldogs?" He says yes. I go to the rink I play at, because I know they sell discount tickets. Turns out...they aren't tickets but vouchers that can be redeemed for tickets. Not a worry, they never sell out so there will be lots of great seats left. Text my buddy that I have the "tix" he asks 7 or 7:30 start. I look at their website...they play at 7:00 ON THE ROAD! I just assumed he already knew they were at home, so I never bothered to double check. Only 2 home games left this season and I know I can't go tomorrow. I've offered them up on facebook for $20 to try to recoup some of my stupidity.

I may end up going alone Sunday just to salvage some of my ticket buying dignity. haha

[Letterkenny]

For just being "dumb" comedy, the timing and delivery is fantastic! The blooper reel is probably hilarious.

[Letterkenny]

It's Jared Keeso's show. He created it. The 2 hockey guys  were in the Gordie Howe move. Dylan Playfair (Reilly) is Larry's kid. Looking forward to the St. Patrick's day special. I haven't had a chance to watch the "Ferda" addition (as in 'ferda fans'). There is additional commentary and stuff. Should be entertaining.

[The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.]

21 hours ago, Monty22 said:

George "The Animal" Steele

 

 

I was shocked that he was only 79. I figured he was in his late 60's in the early 80s!

[The "people you may have heard about but probably didn't" death thread.]

Mike Ilitch. Detroit Red Wings/Tigers Owner. He was 87.

http://www.freep.com/story/money/business/columnists/2017/02/10/ilitch-detroit-pizza-red-wings-tigers-hockey-forbes/91475642/

[Do you see a lot of vintage helmets and/or gear in your adult league?]

I play with a goalie who wears a helmet/cage combo (like Hrudey used to wear). Thing is beat to crap. Mask is bent. I've encouraged him to get something new, but he seems happy with it. He bought new pads in the last few years. He had been using blue/white Kenesky pads (circa 1980's) and prior to that the old brown ones filled with horse hair, or whatever...damn things weighed a ton when they were wet.