Roenick

[mack 44]

Looks like he got another one, making me wonder how long he'll hold out. I hope the mouthy little prick stays around.

[freq019 0]

I heard that this morning on ESPN. I wonder if he's done? I guess it depends on how bad it was, but he talked about it before so I wouldn't be surprised if he did pack it in.

[freq019 0]

yeah I didn't understand that comment either. Also if so many kings are getting concussions maybe there is something in that environment causing them, boards, equipment etc.

[JGraz15 53]

Roenick was injured after carrying the puck up ice along the right boards up ice and taking a hard but clean shoulder check from Phoenix defenceman Denis Gauthier at the red-line.

''I think it indicates the state of our game, the lack of respect - especially in pre-season,'' Roenick said. ''It is uncalled for. It is ridiculous - one of the reasons our game isn't as good as it once was. There is no respect for people in this league. It was not a cheap hit, it was a good solid hit. But you don't do that in pre-season.

''

Hmm, and people are not allowed to hit in pre-season? A clean hit at that?

If he does retire at least he should have no trouble getting a job in broadcasting.

This coming from the guy that levels peopel at the All-Star games

[jjtt99 0]

So, did JR do this dance before or after his 11th concussion??

Only JR and only in Vegas:

http://www.lakings.com/kingsvideo/09242005...ancing_512k.wvx

[2048 0]

So, did JR do this dance before or after his 11th concussion??

Only JR and only in Vegas:

http://www.lakings.com/kingsvideo/09242005...ancing_512k.wvx

Nothign special about that...we all know that white people can't dance.

Ok, that has to rank as the funniest video I've seen in my life.

[hockechamp14 0]

Roenick was injured after carrying the puck up ice along the right boards up ice and taking a hard but clean shoulder check from Phoenix defenceman Denis Gauthier at the red-line.

''I think it indicates the state of our game, the lack of respect - especially in pre-season,'' Roenick said. ''It is uncalled for. It is ridiculous - one of the reasons our game isn't as good as it once was. There is no respect for people in this league. It was not a cheap hit, it was a good solid hit. But you don't do that in pre-season.

''

Hmm, and people are not allowed to hit in pre-season? A clean hit at that?

If he does retire at least he should have no trouble getting a job in broadcasting.

This coming from the guy that levels peopel at the All-Star games

-beat me to it...

[hip check 0]

"this indicates... the lack of respect"... for a guy caught clean with his head down!

Gauthier is always up for a good hit, he caught another one sleeping. Hopefully JR won't be out for long. He brings some colour to the game.

[nate 0]

There are going to be some big hits in pre season because some players have to fight for spots on the team. They have to showcase their full abilitys.

[Hockeyman9621 0]

So what's up? Anybody know how long he's out for? Awesome video by the way. :P

[hip check 0]

There are going to be some big hits in pre season because some players have to fight for spots on the team. They have to showcase their full abilitys.

Gauthier is pretty much a lock to make the team.

As for his hit, that's just how he plays. Sending a message in the pre-season to a team they'll see a lot of this year!

[lee92 2]

So, did JR do this dance before or after his 11th concussion??

Only JR and only in Vegas:

http://www.lakings.com/kingsvideo/09242005...ancing_512k.wvx

that video is priceless! i woulda lost it if i was at the game watching that. whatta character.

[#96 0]

The comment was about French Canadiens having a habit of wearing visors to protect their cute little faces, meanwhile they go out and headhunt after people who are not as protected. I thought it was quite funny actually. I mean, Aves didn't have to interject "French Canadien", he could have just said "Anyone with a visor..." so I guess that what kinda messed up on his part. But he didn't use "Frogs" this time! Lol.

Reminds me of a quote from the movie Last of the Mohicans (about the British fighting the French during the French and Indian War). A British officer makes a comment to another that they will win the war because, "The French would rather make love to their own faces then fight!" I guess the French have had this wrap for being vain for some time then....hahahah!

[dix0r 0]

my buddy was at the game and said it looked like he got elbowed?

he also said he heard JR might miss opening night.

supposedly lots of fights at that game, as well as the kings vs ducks game...

[lawn_korn47 0]

its called a mouth guard. some guys like him should start wearing them if they are bothered by getting hit by a guy trying to make a team. They dont impead your ability to speak on the ice either. But I guess in Rornicks case he runs his trap the whole game so he couldnt wear one.

[Eazy_b97 1]

They do both for me actually. I've worn one for years and I can't speak well with it and its harder than usual to breathe out of.

[Fonya 0]

They do both for me actually. I've worn one for years and I can't speak well with it and its harder than usual to breathe out of.

Is it a dentist one or custom fitted? If not then you should get one. You will definatly notice a difference.

[Eazy_b97 1]

My understanding was that dental mouth guards are for protection of your teeth and not concussions. I probably won't ever wear one again at this point in my career.

[Kovy_Ribs_Fedo 3]

Roenick was injured after carrying the puck up ice along the right boards up ice and taking a hard but clean shoulder check from Phoenix defenceman Denis Gauthier at the red-line.

''I think it indicates the state of our game, the lack of respect - especially in pre-season,'' Roenick said. ''It is uncalled for. It is ridiculous - one of the reasons our game isn't as good as it once was. There is no respect for people in this league. It was not a cheap hit, it was a good solid hit. But you don't do that in pre-season.

''

Hmm, and people are not allowed to hit in pre-season? A clean hit at that?

If he does retire at least he should have no trouble getting a job in broadcasting.

This coming from the guy that levels peopel at the All-Star games

If only this post could bull his way to Roenick. This would be funny at a time and in his face.

[Fonya 0]

Ya, imagine if someone said that at a press conference to him.

[Kovy_Ribs_Fedo 3]

It would be his face.

http://www.tsn.ca/images/stories/20040114/roenick_42485.jpg

He got one hell of an injured face on that one.

[43%burnt 0]

if anyone is watching tv at this distinct moment, roenick is on carson daily. good god.

[chippa13 1844]

My understanding was that dental mouth guards are for protection of your teeth and not concussions. I probably won't ever wear one again at this point in my career.

It depends. If you wear a mouthpiece that covers all the way to your back teeth then it can help to prevent concussions. I don't have any trouble breathing with one in but it can make it a little tougher for people to understand what the hell I'm saying sometimes.

[JR Boucicaut 3804]

Yes, it absorbs the shock from your jaw during the hit.

I never wore a mouthguard - hated it, but I've learned my lesson. Took me 6 times.

You might want to invest in a custom one - they're great. People don't understand me when I'm not playing, so it really doesn't matter. :)

[Chadd 916]

People don't understand me when I'm not playing, so it really doesn't matter. :)

That's just the dip and the beer. ;)