1/2 Asian Man

Why us?

2007-08-08T16:29:00.000-04:00

Why does it seem that milestone events seem to happen to some of my favorite Washington area teams? Yesterday "Roid Boy" Bonds hit his tainted milestone moment against the Nationals. Now us Nationals fans will be forever linked to the ultimate baseball Jackass. How much does that suck? Sad thing I could feel it was going to happen weeks ago. Much like when Patrick Roy needed one more win to pass Terry Sawchuk for most NHL wins, who did it come against? My Beloved Washington Capitals. And what happened on opening night in Madison Garden 2006? Brendan Shanahan was two goals shy of 600. Can you guess what happened? I know that milestone moments happen, but why does it have to happen to us?

What did you do on your Summer Vacation?

2007-07-30T07:44:00.000-04:00

Maybe I should say "What did you do or going to do for you summer vacation?", since summer is not over yet. Now that the sadness of the Senators loss in the Cup finial, personal stuff and a vacation with my lovely wife, DCSC, is over I will be posting again. First, back to the question. Vacation! Here is what I did.

Not bad from a stock Jeep? Unfortunately it took me 3 tries with the pressure washer to clean all that mud from the radiator. I think DCSC was relieved to miss our last trail ride because of it. That Virginia mud/clay really sticks to stuff. I don't think I will ever get rid of it all.

So, What did you do or planning to do?

Here is a couple shots after I went through.

I think I need a new Capitals License Plate ring.

Now that things are getting a little back to normal and hockey season is around the corner I will be posting a something at least once a week.

Sens Biggest Little Fan

2007-05-28T16:11:00.001-04:00

If this doesn't pull at your heartstrings, well you don't have a heart.

The Finals are Here!

2007-05-28T15:08:00.000-04:00

OK, back in September DCSC and I went to Vegas. While there I decided to put a bet down for the Stanley Cup final. My belief back then was that it was going to be an Anaheim Ducks and Ottawa Senators in the final. I have learned my mistake when it comes to betting. At least for me. Never bet on the team you want to win. It always goes the other way. For some reason the Betting Gods hate me. So being the prudent Chanuck that I am, I thought I would hedge my bets. If for some reason the Betting Gods hates me, the team I pray to win, will win. Otherwise I will be up a couple bucks. Lets hope I am $120 short in a couple weeks.

And the winner is!

2007-05-28T02:17:00.000-04:00

The winner is Prince hands down. It was no contest in my book. Michael Jackson was in the running only cause he had help from his sister Janet; Ms Jackson, cause I'm nasty. Better luck next year Michael, but I think the results will be the same.

When is a touch a touch?

2007-05-26T10:28:00.000-04:00

As noted in a comment by Caps Nut about one of my previous posts, one of the Senators did carry the Wales trophy. I saw this and heard on XM that it was Spezza. His comment was that it was not the ultimate goal, but it should still be treated with respect. This got me to start looking around.

Now my personal superstition started when the Capitals carried it and acted like they won Lord Stanley.

But as I was looking I found a few more examples of what to do and what not to do.

Check out the 2003 cup champions the New Jersey Devils.

Can you guess who won the 2002 Stanley cup from these pictures? East West

Senators Salt the Slugs!!

2007-05-19T17:41:00.000-04:00

Elation!!

the First one bitch. NBC what the Fuck is your problem! If you don't want to broadcast the entire game why do you insist on screwing with the hockey schedule (insisting on afternoon games on weekend). For those of you north of the border. When today's game went to overtime, NBC switched to Versus. Unfortunately the hotel DCSC and I are staying at does not have Versus. What an annoyance. Lucky for me we are close to ESPNzone. After informing the kid controlling the TVs that the game switched to Versus we were good to go. I was even congratulated by a few guys (slightly sauced) for getting them to switch the channel. There was something good coming out of the switch. I was able to celebrate the win with fellow Senators fans, far from home.

Now to the glow. Don't know what to say other than WOW! Alfie did touch the trophy, but he did not pick it up. So my superstition radar is not in overload. I take one bit of satisfaction that the Devils touched it in 2003 and still won. Four more wins to go. It is going to be real tough against the west. One good thing is that the Duck and Dead Things (red wings) are going to kick each others ass. Might be helpful for us. Here is hoping.

Go Senators!

Just don't touch it.

2007-05-16T08:32:00.000-04:00

Tonight the Senators have a chance to close out the Eastern conference championship. I have one word of warning from a superstious person. Take a cue from last years champions, and don't touch the Prince of Wales trophy. This is not the goal. WE WANT STANLEY!

Who's house, Sens house!

2007-05-13T00:22:00.000-04:00

Thanks to a 5-2 and a 4-3 overtime win. The Senators own the HSBC Arena. It feels good, but it is not over yet. Anything can still happen, but it was nice to hear that prior tonight, the Slugs were undefeated when leading by two goals. Way to go boys, keep up the good work!

One foot in front of the other.

2007-05-03T22:58:00.000-04:00

Title refference in case some of you don't remember it. Gets stuck in my head sometimes.

I am taking each win in stride. We have been here before, but somehow it feels a little different. The Senators look sharper, a closer better team that I have seen in the past. I love the chemistry that this team is showing on and off the ice. The only thing that can spoil the fun is the threat of a strike. Hopefully the powers that be at ScotiaBank Place can settle the possibility of a strike by the arena workers. Hard to got to the Cup finial if you don't have a rink to play in.

On another note, read Scarlet Ice's take on what is happening to Shane Doan. This is getting out of control and I cannot control my anger at what is happening to him. I have always thought he was a stand-up guy and reading what teammates have said about him, backs up that feeling. The Bloc Quebecois has always been a hack organization and this just proves it.

Way too angry!!

Hooray!

2007-05-01T22:33:00.000-04:00

Still too drunk and happy! But very pleased. Keep up the good work guys.

New Jersey that was just sad.

2007-04-27T08:48:00.000-04:00

I am not talking about their performance on the ice. Though they didn't show up in the first period. Or at least with my Sens colored glasses, the Devils were outplayed. What I am talking about is their attendance. Where are your fans? Can you only sellout your house when you play one of the other NYC team or Philly? The Devils have THE BEST goalie in the history of the NHL and they cannot even draw a reasonably full house for the second round of the playoffs. Now if it was only a few seat here and there. (like in Detroit, sad as well, but with those prices I can understand) But there was whole rows empty. WTF! I don't how many time I told DCSC that we could have been there. It has been couple years since I was able to go to a playoff game (Caps Fan) and it would have been great to see my 1B team live. I am currently petitioning DCSC for an opportunity to make the trek. Though I take her point that the mojo will not transfer to Jersey. Looks like I will be watching from my Lucky chair, drinking my Molson. Looks like I need to make a beer run before Saturday.

Note to the Toronto media types, that rail on the Capitals for their attendance. You need to shut the F up. The Caps haven't had a wining season in a few years now. It is a growing process, but if we win 3 cups and still can't fill the house duing the playoff then you can might have a leg to stand on.

Eagles, Green?

2007-04-26T22:09:00.000-04:00

Yesterday the Eagles announced their plans for the 75th anniversary. One of the things they announced was that they will be wearing throwback jerseys when the play the Lions on Sept 23. These are the uniforms that the team wore their first year. Though I am sure they were not as shiny. I do have to say thank god they are wearing them for only one game. Stay with the green boys. You can dump the black uniforms as well.

NHL on Amazon Unbox

2007-04-23T17:20:00.000-04:00

Got this little slice of news from Eric on Off Wing Opinion. The NHL will make complete games available for download. Great stuff! Cool to be able to download games that you want to re-live. So far there are only 6 games available from the 2007 playoff run , one from the regular and a few classic games.

But I have a question. Why is the only Sens game available, the only one that the Sens lost? Granted it was a good game. One that the Sens controlled most of, but they still lost it in the end. But what Sens fan in their right mind is going to pay for a NBC broadcast of this game, and what Pens fan can afford it. (at least the fans that still live in Pittsburgh) Now thanks to Russell from the SensUnderground, we know what NBC stands for, "Nothing But Crosby". The entire broadcast was a Crosby Love Fest. Yo NHL, some of us don't want the "second coming" shoved down our throats. As for the Amazon Unbox, put up some good games and maybe I will make a purchase. Something like game 4 or 6 of the 98-99 Eastern Conference final. But until then I think I will wait.

Shutout!

2007-04-19T22:10:00.000-04:00

My man-love for Emery continues! Hell for the entire Sens team. They played a great game. Frustrating the Pens for a full 60 minutes. Who is next? Time to reload the fridge before the next round. Anyone care to send some Molson XXX to a thirsty Canadian Boy in the States?

Not a Sprint, but a Marathon

2007-04-17T23:01:00.000-04:00

Sens are heading home with a 3 games to 1 lead. Nothing is sure yet, but I liked the way the Sens played today. Not a blowout, not pretty, but a solid win. Plus they kept the Canadian Diving team Captain Crosby off the scorers card. Bonus.

Can you believe this Crap!

2007-04-17T22:44:00.000-04:00

I can't believe people can stoop this low. But I guess I shouldn't be surprised. Check out what Spicy found. This guy would not have the guts to say this to the families of the victims, let alone try to stop the shooter. I am trying desperately not to say what I really feel should happen to this JackAss.

BlueLand?

2007-04-17T21:10:00.000-04:00

Honestly where the hell does this BlueLand crap come from? One day the Trashers go from one ugly ass uniform.

To this baby blue thing. Why?

Maybe because someone bought the naming rights to the arena that the Trashers play in?

To me this is the beginning of a slippery slope. First hockey teams colors are going to be dictated by the highest bidder? Next we will start seeing NHL players sport ads such as this?

Well at least I won't have to hear about BlueLand anymore this year. 7-0, guess the Trash thought all they had to do was get to the post-season. I would have thought they would have showed up to at least one game. The Trashers have one more shot, but don't hold your breath you might go Blue.

Sorry Sens Nation.

2007-04-17T09:03:00.000-04:00

I blame myself for the Sens loss on Saturday. I had prior engagements that I could not get out of. First was DCSC's Great Aunt's 90th Birthday, then was the DC United game. It could not be helped. I had the Sens game DVRed, I thought watching it tape delayed would have the same mojo. I was wrong.
As for the United game that I saw, what can I say except, Ech! What a stinker. Yes it was a high scoring affair, but DC was out played. It is early in the season so I am not going to throw the baby out with the bathwater. We have a great group of guys here, but I think that the guys have to get familiar with the new coach and new players. Once that happens I am sure things will turn around.

Back to Sens Nation.

I promise to keep to the routine. Watch the game, sitting in the same chair, wearing my Sens gear and drinking down the Molson. Go Sens!

Just wanted to share this pic. Not sure how I want it titled? My though was either "Love is in the air" or " Gee you have pretty eyes". Any thoughts?

Farewell, Gaetan Duchesne.

2007-04-17T08:48:00.000-04:00

F arewell to former Capital, Gaetan Duchesne, rest in peace.

So it begins!

2007-04-11T23:38:00.000-04:00

The Playoffs are finally here, and what a beginning. Sens dominate the Pens in the first game. Great game from my point of view. Yes, I am wearing my Sens red glasses. But as a Sens/Caps guy, I must say that the coverage so far on Versus has been annoying. Isn't Versus suppose to be an impartial outlet? They spent the first two periods gushing all over themselves about the "greatness" of the Canadian Diving Team Captain, Crosby. They didn't start to adjust their tune until well into the third. Yo, Versus give a little love to the team that was winning the game. Now the Pens may have been surprised by the intensity of the playoffs, but here is to the Sens keeping the same intensity throughout the series and the playoffs.

Crook and Pick

2007-04-10T09:03:00.000-04:00

On Monday Ed Belfour was arrested again yesterday. Surprise Surprise he got drunk and got himself arrested. I just wanted to share his mug shot.

Today at noon the NHL will conducted it's lottery on what position the teams will pick. Here is what we are looking at right now with the possible top pick. Let's hope that the Caps can find the diamond in the rough and not a rough diamond. Oh, the Caps managed to lose a position. Finished 4th, picks 5th and the 5th team (Chicago) picks 1st.

The begining of the End, The end of the begining?

2007-04-05T13:05:00.000-04:00

With one more game left in this season for my beloved Capitals. I have to say I like the way that they are ending at least this part of it. Two wins in so many games. Nice. I love that fact that the Caps again put a monkey wrench in the Trashers playoff picture. How funny will it be if they miss the division title by a single point? I am holding my nose saying this, but Go Lightning!

Last game is against the Bufaslugs. Anyone help me out with a last minute request? Where can I get one of these in XXL?

So now it is a countdown to the beginning of the next season. That one, in my opinion begins on July 1. GMGM get us someone good. We don't want another season of disappointments

A couple hours in Canada.

2007-03-30T17:12:00.001-04:00

Last night DCSC and I spent a couple hours in my homeland of Canada. Well we spent a couple hours in the embassy of Canada. That counts right? Thanks to Mr Smooth who gave us the heads up. We attended a showing of "the Rocket" a story about Maurice "the Rocket" Richard. First of all Wow! I personally loved it. I am a fan of most hockey movies, and this was one of the better ones I have seen. The fact it was based on an actual person was an extra bonus. I only know Maurice Richard from the record book and very few anecdotes. The movie was eye opening. It helped me understand my French-Canadian side a little bit more. But even if you are not French-Canadian, this is a great Hockey movie. Interesting to see that fighting and the existence of the league was an issue "back in the day" as well.

I hate Pittsburgh.

2007-03-27T08:48:00.000-04:00

Tonight is the last time we have to deal with the Pens this year. Thank God. These guys have the Caps number this year. Well, most years. No matter what incarnation, it always seems we get get hosed by these guys. I am still hoping/praying for a Caps win, but I am not optimistic. The Caps are not a playoff calibre team, and unfortunately the Pens are. But can the Pens win a series without the benefit of the shootout? I don't think so, but that is why they play the game.
Back to tonight. Hopefully the Pens will be looking through the Caps, and the Caps can catch them napping. Here is to a Caps win. Mmm, yaa?

Note to George McPhee; We expect the Capitals to be in the playoffs next year, not just playing the spoiler. This is getting old!