Quote:Milestones - 3 TPE

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Quote:2. Written, 2 TPE (100 words min.)

Oh no, the head honchos of the league are worried that there aren't enough story lines for the finals! Therefore they're changing the rules for the finals. The home team will get to choose to either a) play the whole game with 6 skaters on the ice at a time or b) be immune from penalties/offsides/icing. Whatever the home team chooses, the visitors get the other perk. Which one are you choosing, given the choice and why?

Oh you've gotta pick the immune to penalties, offsides and icing. You could have one guy just at the other end rag dolling their goalie all over the defensive zone. I mean, sure, you're getting played 6 on 4 in your own end, but who doesn't want to see that? Power bombing guys out of the crease, throwing haymakers at the blue line, and if there's no penalties couldn't you just turn your own net to face the boards? Now we're cooking. They're always talking about making the game of hockey more exciting and "for the fans". I can't think of a better way to do that than having your 6"8 defensemen wind milling the opposing teams goalie in the air for 60 minutes a night.

Quote:3. Written, 3 TPE (150 words min.)
Which players, if any, do you see as locks for the Hall of Fame? As in, if they're career ended today they're in. Anyone on the cusp? Anyone on the right track, but still needs to put up a few more great seasons?

Barry Batsbak from the Calgary Dragons. I might be a little bit bias because up until the end of the most recent season, Katth was my GM in the juniors. Regardless, Barry the player has been an integral cog in the Calgary Dragons machine. Being an offensive powerhouse that just refuses to quit is just the tip of the iceberg for Batsbak. He's fighting to stave off regression, while still outputting a ridiculous amount of offensive firepower. The guy has been around since S46 and is still competitive. That only speaks to the character of Katth, who is so devoted to Calgary's success. I think the only thing missing from his resume to be an absolute lock for the hall of fame, is a cup. While I believe he could get in regardless, locking in a championship would make the induction an absolute no brainer. On a personal level, Katth was my GM in Kelowna for my first few seasons, and I couldn't have asked for a better GM to introduce me to the league.

Quote:4. Written, 3 TPE (150 words min.)
If you're sitting at home watching the Finals: What do you plan on doing differently next season to help your team reach the promised land? If you're playing in the Finals: Is there anything different you plan on doing next season to continue your team's success?

LaFleur has had a pretty wild ride in the playoffs this year. Last year in Kelowna we were so disappointed that we got knocked out early. Everyone really banded together and pushed to try and redeem ourselves. This year, the 7 game series we had against Vancouver in the first round was absolute madness. We were down 3-2 in the series and came back to win it, everyone was so relieved. Quebec was up next, and we considered this matchup to be the 'finals' of our playoff run. To say we were disappointed to lose would be an understatement. Our offense completely fell off, our defense crumbled, and it felt like everything went wrong. I know from a personal standpoint, I'm going to put more attention on the offensive side of my game going into S59. To be honest, I didn't even watch the finals. I'm already looking to the next season, and am more determined than ever to help Kelowna to the top.

Quote:5. Written, 2 TPE (100 words min.)
Which SHL or SMJHL team was the best team to not make the finals this season and why?

Would it be too easy to say Kelowna? Regardless of the 'playoff format', a lot of us really felt like this was our year. We had an outstanding regular season, and everyone was excited and eager to get things going in the post season. While our matchup with Quebec in the second round is considered (to me anyway) to be the 'finals' of our season, it felt like that series should have been playing for the four-star. The result left much to be desired, and I know lots of people in Kelowna are disappointed in our showing. The only thing we can really do is look forward to next season, and continue working hard. On a personal level, the end of our playoffs left me completely drained. I barely had the energy to come and complete championship week stuff. I just felt deflated.

Quote:16. Written, 3 TPE
I loved this as a mPT when hotdog did it last season, so I'd like to bring it back as a permanent fixture. After all, we could all use a little positivity every now and then. Say something nice about another member or members, no word limit.

Just wanted to take this prompt as an opportunity to thank Esa for bringing me into Calgary. With the news that he was stepping down as GM of the Dragons, part of me was selfishly annoyed that I wouldn't get to play under his management. From the conversations I've had with him, to the interactions with the rest of the Dragons roster, Esa is a fantastic General Manager, leader, role model, and honestly, just a great person. His examples of leadership and sense of community are traits to be admired, and duplicated. I'm just thankful that he and Izzy brought me into Calgary, even if it cost them a parm and a leg.


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