07-26-2015, 05:34 PM
I'll just cut to the chase, because that's what you vultures want anyway. Finished.
WiC - Exploded on the scene, as everyone knows. Is a hard-working guy, slightly older than the league average, which bodes well, and will be a tremendous asset for any team that is fortunate enough to draft him. Also a pretty chill guy and enjoyable to chat with. A+, would do business again.
Bojo - The WiC of his day, Bojo suddenly arrived and everyone took notice. He's a cool cat with a cool cat, and I absolutely will talk about all of the awesome trades that you declined. Like that one for Sarmad Khan back in S5. #oldmanreference
Tanner - It's funny to see you use the phrase "The Chet" because to me, The Chet is one of the guitar players in The Eels. He's a very charismatic guy and a hell of a musician. The Chet rules.
Birks - You are like the Latvian Merica, controversial and divisive, but with a hell of a player. Whether you stay in Calgary or not, you're a force in the league for good and evil. Alignment: Chaotic Neutral.
JackCross - The straw that stirs the drink, the head in lemonheads, the glue that came from the dead horse. The league has a true asset to have you as the simmer. Consistency, always pleasant to deal with, and a hell of a player. Definitely one of the top guys in your draft class, and well-liked and all that other horse shit. You're welcome.
Kez - Still my biggest draft regret. :lol:
Ricebowl - I've been hanging out with a lot of Asians lately and I like rice. On Friday I went with 3 Chinese guys and a Vietnamese guy to a restaurant called Spicy Asian. I had a tofu hot pot. It was good.
Hedgehog - I really want the origin story for your fondness for hedgehogs. Very happy that I was able to draft you, awesome in the locker room, and quietly building a beast of a goaltender. With an adorable avatar and everything.
Cuffy - We really haven't interacted that much outside of that one failed league, but you left a lasting impression as a very solid individual, and very dedicated. Would love to actually be on a team with you in the SHL some day. Hopefully that works out.
Kylrad - After a long history, we finally met up at the SHL level. I wish you weren't so busy outside of the SHL but it's still great having you in Seattle. Here's to a big season, my friend.
Prettyburn - A relatively new addition to the GM ranks, she has quickly proven herself as very capable. Plus, I just enjoy chatting with her. Very pleasant and a good listener, both of which I certainly appreciate.
HFFO - Ex
co-gm, first ever guest on the Klosecast, and fellow lover of fine Asian women. Also highly inconsistent in the league and difficult to motivate. 
GCool - That Kenny Omega avatar is so disturbing. I need to look up the back story of why he beat the shit out of a kid. I've enjoyed reading your posts in the Impact locker room. Here's to a victory in the finals!
Pandar - Likewise. Let's win it all for the Impact. Also, Klaus Wagner is such a badass player name. Definitely a fan of that name.
Spangle - The on-and-off-again commish / management type guy. I hope all is well for you. I think you're in college now? Shoot me a PM some time and give me an update.
Jogurtaa - Is the J pronounced like a Y, because that's how I say it in my head. Thanks for the awesome Burton avatar and congrats on a great season.
Bluesboy - I tried to trade for you more than once. For some reason they didn't want to move you. I figured I was doing Hamilton a favor, but they saw it differently.
Harry - Lucas Smith was a fantastic player. I hated playing against him. I don't know too much about your current guy, but I can say that the baby's feet in your avatar make it look like the woman has a penis. Maybe it's just because I'm viewing mobile and it's small. The avatar, I mean.
Trill - I still don't know what Trill is. Evgeny Semin is a great hockey name, though your font coloring in your drop down is unbearable to look at. Makes my eyes burn. We've always gotten along whenever we've talked, though we haven't talked all that much, come to think of it, and even less recently. I hope you are well.
McParty - The very enthusiastic scout extraordinaire. Even if your player was shitty I'd want to keep you around. You're great in the locker room and your insight into the juniors is second to none. Solid individual for sure.
LatvianBastard - Without sounding like I'm prying, are you actually a bastard by definition, or is this just a casual bastardism? I don't really know you but I see your posts around often enough to have a passing familiarity. I've no complaints from what I've seen.
Mac - Quite the history we have, eh Mac? Though I have to admit that I was surprised by your apparent surprise at not getting a GM job. I was more surprised that you got as far as you did, what with the tampering bit. Still, I wish you no ill.
EasyMoneySniper - I don't like Texas. I don't have a problem with you personally, but Texas is simply not my cup of tea. Too many images of assless chaps. Sadly that's all I've got right now, aside from a bit of a headache.
701 - I'm glad you are doing well. I hadn't heard from you in awhile and was wondering what was up. Very happy to hear a lot of good news from you. I do hope that you enjoyed the other of my stories, btw.
Shevy Partlow - A legendary defenseman with an odd new username. I've enjoyed our talks in the past, though I don't seem to recall ever actually completing any trades with you. Still, you run a good team. Wouldn't hate it if you guys rebranded though, or at least freshened up that logo.
Belgarat - You recently shared your story in the MTL locker room and I was pretty surprised by most of it. I really love the way you stay in Ric Flair character so often, though, throwing out Woooo! and Woooo? in play by plays. Solid guy, and I wish you the best.
Steelhead - Quickly proving himself as a very capable general manager, Esa is also one of the most loyal klosecast listeners. I dig it. Also made you a badass custom M:tG card that would definitely roflstomp through a lot of competition.
Originz - Fellow s6 draftee, fellow Minnesota Chief, fellow superstar. Seems like a GM job is always just around the corner for you. I hope it works out one of these times.
Maytee - I'm not sure about this username. I know you've had a lot, but this one either makes me thinks of pirates or sea cows. I'm not sure that's entirely what you're going for.
Jesster - Evandrus is a hell of a name. :lol: Here's to the Sabres turning some heads this year, and really becoming a threat within 3. Obviously will be a tremendous asset for whatever team is fortunate enough to land him in the draft. [see how I'm evading revealing my draft plans with this and the WiC comments?
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Gorlab - Brutally honest. I think I was brutally honest in the recommendation that I wrote for you. I hope that you understood what I was saying there. I'm disappointed that you didn't get a GM job. I think you would prove to be a very capable manager. Also, the goat/dragon hybrid still cracks me up.
Leafs - The legendary GM himself. If nothing else, how can anyone not admire your dedication to your team. Honestly the only gripe I have is the team name and logo. Just feels weird to have an actual NHL team in the fake hockey league. Everything else though, you're the gold standard that other GMs should be striving for.
Joey - I'm not typing out your absurd new username or your ridiculous player name. Sorry buddy :lol: You have all the potential in the world to make a superstar. I'm curious if you'll get to the point of wanting to spend that bank of yours to make a real player. I hope you do. You're a cool kid.
Satan - I've wondered if you're a Miroslav Satan fan for awhile. Are you? You were one of my favorite dark horse prospects in your draft year. I definitely had you in the mix for when I was picking. Glad that you're building a solid player and having some individual success. Keep it up!
Buster - As I said in this week's Klosecast, you used to drive me crazy, but we're cool now. I really enjoy talking to you about the wrestling draft that seems to be dead. :( I think I've told you before but you were one of the players that I suggested Minny try to get when I was the head scout way back when.
Leonidas - Fellow Riot, anime fan, and enjoyer of fine Asian women. I'm so glad that we got you 7th overall, and that you're committed long-term to Seattle. Great having you in the locker room, and I've enjoyed our recent PM exchange as well.
JPL - Caboose was drafted really late, wasn't he? If so, that's awesome that you've used that as a motivator and have built a pretty solid player. I don't recall really talking to you about anything, though, so not much else to say.
Mook - Creller was not drafted really late :lol: I talked to you a few times in your draft year, but not really since then. Shame. I seem to remember enjoying the conversations.
O4L - It's still weird to realize that you're not the GM in Calgary anymore. I'm happy that you stepped your player up so much from the early teens season numbers. Really made a name for yourself in the league, which is awesome. Quality negotiator as well.
Andybj - Please do update me on things. I hope all is well. If you listen to my podcasts at all, you can probably take a decent guess at what I've been up to.
EasyMoneySniper - You didn't have to ask me to add you. You already signed up.
Abdeezy - Sorry we couldn't get you that Cup in Seattle. We had a damn good team, just bad luck. :( I still regularly give you credit for keeping me interested in the league from your time as my GM.
McZ - You asked to be added? Why? You don't think we've talked enough over the years? :lol: Be it as captain, co-gm, or host of a party where a sex doll killed a guy, it's always been entertaining. :lol:
Schultzy - Super quality guy. Supremely dedicated to the league. A gentleman and a scholar. Entertaining, with a luminescence that bodes well for the entire league. Oh wait, I got confused and started writing about myself again.
Nike - It was weird, after all the hoops you had to jump through to get there, to see you step down as Rage GM. Now you're approaching free agency, which is just as weird. Last time you were a free agent, I think we gave you a pretty strong pitch. Maybe this time you'll take me up on the offer. Either way, good luck!
JHS - I don't really know you that well at all, but you're definitely establishing yourself in the league. I didn't draft you because your player name gets that god damn song stuck in my head every single time I see it.
Baelor Swift - In any other year, a very strong possibility for 1st overall. Hell, I could shock the world and take you 1st overall anyway. Flacko is another guy with a weird name, but you are building a great player and are definitely a major LR asset.Good luck in the draft!
Ballerstorm - Randleman should be a quality player for years to come. What's with the username, though? I'm going to need you to explain that one. I've always wondered.
Grimmsterj - I haven't seen a lot of first generation players so brazenly declare their interest in one particular team heading into the draft before. Maybe never. Your willingness to play defense was huge, because if you weren't willing, we would have taken Stinson. We desperately needed D, and now you're our best player. Funny how that worked out.
Leafsftw1967 - Legendary SMJHL GM, but I've complimented you enough about that in the past. I remember trying to trade for you a few times, too, which obviously didn't work. When's DScher retiring?
Ramicus - Former goalie of the Kings, briefly defender for Austria. I feel like you did something else, too. We've had some interesting discussions lately. I hope your political things work out well for you.
Nereus - Fleming is one of the most underrated guys in this draft in my opinion. I am not sure what your username is about, but I love your work ethic and how quickly you've gotten a league job. Both very good things. Good luck in the draft!
Prikulis - I love that avatar. I hate playing you in the playoffs. I guess I don't have to worry about that head to head anymore, but when we were both on Latvia and we traded wins to get the gold, that was some good stuff.
Gamingexpertzcom - Your username still throws me off, but Bodnar has been a rock for us on the blue line since the day we drafted him. I can't thank you enough for your dedication and loyalty to the team.
LVShark - Another former King. Trading you was one of the first difficult decisions I had to make as GM. You're the one guy who consistently sends me a message every once in a while to check in on my writing and stuff like that. I appreciate that you still did that long after you left. Glad to see Webb's become a hell of a player.
WiC - Exploded on the scene, as everyone knows. Is a hard-working guy, slightly older than the league average, which bodes well, and will be a tremendous asset for any team that is fortunate enough to draft him. Also a pretty chill guy and enjoyable to chat with. A+, would do business again.
Bojo - The WiC of his day, Bojo suddenly arrived and everyone took notice. He's a cool cat with a cool cat, and I absolutely will talk about all of the awesome trades that you declined. Like that one for Sarmad Khan back in S5. #oldmanreference
Tanner - It's funny to see you use the phrase "The Chet" because to me, The Chet is one of the guitar players in The Eels. He's a very charismatic guy and a hell of a musician. The Chet rules.
Birks - You are like the Latvian Merica, controversial and divisive, but with a hell of a player. Whether you stay in Calgary or not, you're a force in the league for good and evil. Alignment: Chaotic Neutral.
JackCross - The straw that stirs the drink, the head in lemonheads, the glue that came from the dead horse. The league has a true asset to have you as the simmer. Consistency, always pleasant to deal with, and a hell of a player. Definitely one of the top guys in your draft class, and well-liked and all that other horse shit. You're welcome.
Kez - Still my biggest draft regret. :lol:
Ricebowl - I've been hanging out with a lot of Asians lately and I like rice. On Friday I went with 3 Chinese guys and a Vietnamese guy to a restaurant called Spicy Asian. I had a tofu hot pot. It was good.
Hedgehog - I really want the origin story for your fondness for hedgehogs. Very happy that I was able to draft you, awesome in the locker room, and quietly building a beast of a goaltender. With an adorable avatar and everything.
Cuffy - We really haven't interacted that much outside of that one failed league, but you left a lasting impression as a very solid individual, and very dedicated. Would love to actually be on a team with you in the SHL some day. Hopefully that works out.
Kylrad - After a long history, we finally met up at the SHL level. I wish you weren't so busy outside of the SHL but it's still great having you in Seattle. Here's to a big season, my friend.
Prettyburn - A relatively new addition to the GM ranks, she has quickly proven herself as very capable. Plus, I just enjoy chatting with her. Very pleasant and a good listener, both of which I certainly appreciate.
HFFO - Ex
co-gm, first ever guest on the Klosecast, and fellow lover of fine Asian women. Also highly inconsistent in the league and difficult to motivate. GCool - That Kenny Omega avatar is so disturbing. I need to look up the back story of why he beat the shit out of a kid. I've enjoyed reading your posts in the Impact locker room. Here's to a victory in the finals!
Pandar - Likewise. Let's win it all for the Impact. Also, Klaus Wagner is such a badass player name. Definitely a fan of that name.
Spangle - The on-and-off-again commish / management type guy. I hope all is well for you. I think you're in college now? Shoot me a PM some time and give me an update.
Jogurtaa - Is the J pronounced like a Y, because that's how I say it in my head. Thanks for the awesome Burton avatar and congrats on a great season.
Bluesboy - I tried to trade for you more than once. For some reason they didn't want to move you. I figured I was doing Hamilton a favor, but they saw it differently.
Harry - Lucas Smith was a fantastic player. I hated playing against him. I don't know too much about your current guy, but I can say that the baby's feet in your avatar make it look like the woman has a penis. Maybe it's just because I'm viewing mobile and it's small. The avatar, I mean.
Trill - I still don't know what Trill is. Evgeny Semin is a great hockey name, though your font coloring in your drop down is unbearable to look at. Makes my eyes burn. We've always gotten along whenever we've talked, though we haven't talked all that much, come to think of it, and even less recently. I hope you are well.
McParty - The very enthusiastic scout extraordinaire. Even if your player was shitty I'd want to keep you around. You're great in the locker room and your insight into the juniors is second to none. Solid individual for sure.
LatvianBastard - Without sounding like I'm prying, are you actually a bastard by definition, or is this just a casual bastardism? I don't really know you but I see your posts around often enough to have a passing familiarity. I've no complaints from what I've seen.
Mac - Quite the history we have, eh Mac? Though I have to admit that I was surprised by your apparent surprise at not getting a GM job. I was more surprised that you got as far as you did, what with the tampering bit. Still, I wish you no ill.
EasyMoneySniper - I don't like Texas. I don't have a problem with you personally, but Texas is simply not my cup of tea. Too many images of assless chaps. Sadly that's all I've got right now, aside from a bit of a headache.
701 - I'm glad you are doing well. I hadn't heard from you in awhile and was wondering what was up. Very happy to hear a lot of good news from you. I do hope that you enjoyed the other of my stories, btw.
Shevy Partlow - A legendary defenseman with an odd new username. I've enjoyed our talks in the past, though I don't seem to recall ever actually completing any trades with you. Still, you run a good team. Wouldn't hate it if you guys rebranded though, or at least freshened up that logo.
Belgarat - You recently shared your story in the MTL locker room and I was pretty surprised by most of it. I really love the way you stay in Ric Flair character so often, though, throwing out Woooo! and Woooo? in play by plays. Solid guy, and I wish you the best.
Steelhead - Quickly proving himself as a very capable general manager, Esa is also one of the most loyal klosecast listeners. I dig it. Also made you a badass custom M:tG card that would definitely roflstomp through a lot of competition.
Originz - Fellow s6 draftee, fellow Minnesota Chief, fellow superstar. Seems like a GM job is always just around the corner for you. I hope it works out one of these times.
Maytee - I'm not sure about this username. I know you've had a lot, but this one either makes me thinks of pirates or sea cows. I'm not sure that's entirely what you're going for.
Jesster - Evandrus is a hell of a name. :lol: Here's to the Sabres turning some heads this year, and really becoming a threat within 3. Obviously will be a tremendous asset for whatever team is fortunate enough to land him in the draft. [see how I'm evading revealing my draft plans with this and the WiC comments?
]Gorlab - Brutally honest. I think I was brutally honest in the recommendation that I wrote for you. I hope that you understood what I was saying there. I'm disappointed that you didn't get a GM job. I think you would prove to be a very capable manager. Also, the goat/dragon hybrid still cracks me up.
Leafs - The legendary GM himself. If nothing else, how can anyone not admire your dedication to your team. Honestly the only gripe I have is the team name and logo. Just feels weird to have an actual NHL team in the fake hockey league. Everything else though, you're the gold standard that other GMs should be striving for.
Joey - I'm not typing out your absurd new username or your ridiculous player name. Sorry buddy :lol: You have all the potential in the world to make a superstar. I'm curious if you'll get to the point of wanting to spend that bank of yours to make a real player. I hope you do. You're a cool kid.
Satan - I've wondered if you're a Miroslav Satan fan for awhile. Are you? You were one of my favorite dark horse prospects in your draft year. I definitely had you in the mix for when I was picking. Glad that you're building a solid player and having some individual success. Keep it up!
Buster - As I said in this week's Klosecast, you used to drive me crazy, but we're cool now. I really enjoy talking to you about the wrestling draft that seems to be dead. :( I think I've told you before but you were one of the players that I suggested Minny try to get when I was the head scout way back when.
Leonidas - Fellow Riot, anime fan, and enjoyer of fine Asian women. I'm so glad that we got you 7th overall, and that you're committed long-term to Seattle. Great having you in the locker room, and I've enjoyed our recent PM exchange as well.
JPL - Caboose was drafted really late, wasn't he? If so, that's awesome that you've used that as a motivator and have built a pretty solid player. I don't recall really talking to you about anything, though, so not much else to say.
Mook - Creller was not drafted really late :lol: I talked to you a few times in your draft year, but not really since then. Shame. I seem to remember enjoying the conversations.
O4L - It's still weird to realize that you're not the GM in Calgary anymore. I'm happy that you stepped your player up so much from the early teens season numbers. Really made a name for yourself in the league, which is awesome. Quality negotiator as well.
Andybj - Please do update me on things. I hope all is well. If you listen to my podcasts at all, you can probably take a decent guess at what I've been up to.
EasyMoneySniper - You didn't have to ask me to add you. You already signed up.
Abdeezy - Sorry we couldn't get you that Cup in Seattle. We had a damn good team, just bad luck. :( I still regularly give you credit for keeping me interested in the league from your time as my GM.
McZ - You asked to be added? Why? You don't think we've talked enough over the years? :lol: Be it as captain, co-gm, or host of a party where a sex doll killed a guy, it's always been entertaining. :lol:
Schultzy - Super quality guy. Supremely dedicated to the league. A gentleman and a scholar. Entertaining, with a luminescence that bodes well for the entire league. Oh wait, I got confused and started writing about myself again.
Nike - It was weird, after all the hoops you had to jump through to get there, to see you step down as Rage GM. Now you're approaching free agency, which is just as weird. Last time you were a free agent, I think we gave you a pretty strong pitch. Maybe this time you'll take me up on the offer. Either way, good luck!
JHS - I don't really know you that well at all, but you're definitely establishing yourself in the league. I didn't draft you because your player name gets that god damn song stuck in my head every single time I see it.
Baelor Swift - In any other year, a very strong possibility for 1st overall. Hell, I could shock the world and take you 1st overall anyway. Flacko is another guy with a weird name, but you are building a great player and are definitely a major LR asset.Good luck in the draft!
Ballerstorm - Randleman should be a quality player for years to come. What's with the username, though? I'm going to need you to explain that one. I've always wondered.
Grimmsterj - I haven't seen a lot of first generation players so brazenly declare their interest in one particular team heading into the draft before. Maybe never. Your willingness to play defense was huge, because if you weren't willing, we would have taken Stinson. We desperately needed D, and now you're our best player. Funny how that worked out.
Leafsftw1967 - Legendary SMJHL GM, but I've complimented you enough about that in the past. I remember trying to trade for you a few times, too, which obviously didn't work. When's DScher retiring?
Ramicus - Former goalie of the Kings, briefly defender for Austria. I feel like you did something else, too. We've had some interesting discussions lately. I hope your political things work out well for you.
Nereus - Fleming is one of the most underrated guys in this draft in my opinion. I am not sure what your username is about, but I love your work ethic and how quickly you've gotten a league job. Both very good things. Good luck in the draft!
Prikulis - I love that avatar. I hate playing you in the playoffs. I guess I don't have to worry about that head to head anymore, but when we were both on Latvia and we traded wins to get the gold, that was some good stuff.
Gamingexpertzcom - Your username still throws me off, but Bodnar has been a rock for us on the blue line since the day we drafted him. I can't thank you enough for your dedication and loyalty to the team.
LVShark - Another former King. Trading you was one of the first difficult decisions I had to make as GM. You're the one guy who consistently sends me a message every once in a while to check in on my writing and stuff like that. I appreciate that you still did that long after you left. Glad to see Webb's become a hell of a player.