Winter Classic

Wow, what a game! Started out tough, just like you’d expect from a Wings/Hawks game, and then settled down to be an excellent game.  Special teams were the difference makers with 5 of the 10 goals scored coming on the powerplay.  At the beginning there it looked like it might be a bit of a mess but the officials did a great job of settling things down and getting some good hockey going.

I love watching the Wings play.  They didn’t start out on their game but they settled back in the second period and started playing their game.  When the Wings turn it on, there’s no stopping them.  It may not be a particularly exciting method of hockey for many spectators, but to me it’s mesmerizing to watch them set up and just dominate. It’s a beautiful thing!

The other way, the Blackhawks put up a great fight.  They’re getting good fast and they’ll be a team to watch in the coming years.

And ending it with a handshake? If you ask me, every single NHL game should end this way. Just beautiful.

Now I’m ready to get on the ice myself! It’s been a month since I’ve skated and I’m rarin’ to get back between the pipes. This weekend is a co-ed tournament in Wenatchee, not a moment too soon.

In Other News:

-Mats Sundin doing commercials for PokerStars.net? Bad commercial aside, why would you sign a player who just recently found a team to promote your site?

-Olympic Winter Games are only 13 months away! Yes, I’m excited. The best hockey players in the world only 10 hours away?  I may be too broke to even dream of attending but just the thought makes me excited!