The Semi-Official Hockey Thread... Hat trick!
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They have Marc-Andre Fleury in net, who was a #1 overall draft pick a few years ago. Hopefully his game picks up... I would like to see him become a world-class goaltender.
Although, I suppose it would be easier for him to win a few games if he had some defensemen to stop to puck from getting to the net 40+ times a game
Although, I suppose it would be easier for him to win a few games if he had some defensemen to stop to puck from getting to the net 40+ times a game
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NHL salary cap hits $44 million
National Hockey League general managers who reached the salary cap of $39 million US this past season will have the option of spending another $5 million in 2006-07.
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, shown here, and the NHL Players' Association announced Tuesday that the 2005-06 salary cap of $39 million would be increased by $5 million next season.
The league and the NHL Players' Association announced Tuesday that the team-by-team cap will be $44 million in October.
The $39-million cap was based on projected revenues of $1.8 billion, which exceeded $2.1 billion in 2005-06.
Teams will have to spend at least $28 million, an increase from $21.5 million this past season, while the midpoint will be $36 million.
A higher salary cap is good news for players.
In 2005-06, more than 700 NHLers had 12 per cent of their paycheques docked and put in an escrow fund in the event salaries accounted for more than 54 per cent of league revenues.
The higher salary-cap figure means the league is generating more revenue and would result in players paying less in escrow and increase their earning potential.
The NHL announced revenues of $2.1 billion at the end of the 2003-04 campaign, but the way hockey revenue is now counted under the new collective bargaining agreement, that figure was more like $2.2 billion.
National Hockey League general managers who reached the salary cap of $39 million US this past season will have the option of spending another $5 million in 2006-07.
NHL commissioner Gary Bettman, shown here, and the NHL Players' Association announced Tuesday that the 2005-06 salary cap of $39 million would be increased by $5 million next season.
The league and the NHL Players' Association announced Tuesday that the team-by-team cap will be $44 million in October.
The $39-million cap was based on projected revenues of $1.8 billion, which exceeded $2.1 billion in 2005-06.
Teams will have to spend at least $28 million, an increase from $21.5 million this past season, while the midpoint will be $36 million.
A higher salary cap is good news for players.
In 2005-06, more than 700 NHLers had 12 per cent of their paycheques docked and put in an escrow fund in the event salaries accounted for more than 54 per cent of league revenues.
The higher salary-cap figure means the league is generating more revenue and would result in players paying less in escrow and increase their earning potential.
The NHL announced revenues of $2.1 billion at the end of the 2003-04 campaign, but the way hockey revenue is now counted under the new collective bargaining agreement, that figure was more like $2.2 billion.
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Well WSB, it looks like it's just you and I in this thread now, so I will post information for you I guess
'Embarrassed' by last season, JR hits the gym, wants to play in Canada
28/06/2006 3:48:00 PM
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(CP) - Jeremy Roenick took a look in the mirror after the season and didn't like what he saw. So he's doing something about it.
PIERRE LEBRUN
Jeremy Roenick. (AP File/Terry Gilliam)
"It was a nightmare season from hell last year," Roenick said Wednesday from Los Angeles. "The embarrassment of the season I had last year is enormous. So I've totally re-arranged my summer and re-dedicated myself to the game of hockey. "I'm working out and getting into the best shape possible that my body can get to. I want to make amends for a season lost. It was totally embarrassing."
The re-energized and re-focused Roenick will be an unrestricted free agent as of Saturday. And he knows where he wants to sign.
"I've always said I would like to play in Canada before my career is over," said the 36-year-old Boston native. "And it's one thing that I'm really anxious in doing. Don't be surprised if I end up on a Canadian team next week.
"That's something that's high on my list."
Whichever team signs him won't have to pay the $4.94-million US salary the Los Angeles Kings spent on him last season.
He's coming with a rebate this summer after putting up only 22 points (9-13) in 58 games during an injury-plagued season.
"It's not going to take much to sign me," said Roenick. "I'm not looking for the $2.5-million to $3-million deals, I'd like to go for a deal for less money and get some bonuses, which I can do at my age. I'd like my play to do the talking, get paid as to how I'm going to perform.
"I'm definitely going to be motivated by my performance," added Roenick. "And after what I'm doing this summer and the regimen that I'm on, as focused as I am back on the game of hockey, I feel very confident I'm going to have a big year next year - without question."
He points to Teemu Selanne as the best example.
The Anaheim Ducks winger was awarded the Bill Masterton Trophy this past season after a remarkable comeback year, the 35-year-old winger scoring 40 goals and adding 50 assists after posting only 16 goals and 16 assists in his season with the Colorado Avalanche.
"I hope I can be exactly like Teemu Selanne was last year," said Roenick. "He had an atrocious year in Colorado, signed a contract with Anaheim and had one of his best years in a long time. And that's what I intend to do."
It all started with a meeting Roenick had with new Kings GM Dean Lombardi.
"He opened my eyes," said Roenick. "He kind of put me in a place where I haven't been in a long time. He made me aware of a lot of stuff that I've been neglecting for the last five years. There's a reason why I haven't been a dominant player for the last five years.
"And that's just not acceptable to me anymore."
The new Roenick needed a new lifestyle.
No more hanging out with his Hollywood buddies at clubs and living the life of a playboy athlete. He even changed his cellphone number to cut down on the temptations.
"Too many people are trying to get a hold of me and trying to get me to do things," he said. "It's time for me to take a step back."
When Roenick was traded to Los Angeles from Philadelphia last summer, it seemed like a match made in heaven. He's a natural in front of the camera and a great pitch man for the game.
With the NHL coming off a year-long lockout, Roenick did his best to sell the game. From appearances on Fox Sports TV's Best Damn Sports Show Period, to Carson Daly on NBC, to Party at the Palms with former Playboy Playmate Jenny McCarthy on the E! network, Roenick was everywhere.
It was too much.
"I've been worried about too much other stuff, too much entertaining, too much TV, instead of getting myself in proper condition," said Roenick. "It's not fair to me and it's not fair to the people that I work for.
"So I'm changing. I want to try and finish off this sucker the right way."
Over a month ago Roenick started working out six days a week with renowned trainer T.R. Goodman, who also works with Chris Chelios and Rob Blake among others.
"I've been in the gym at 6 every morning, and I do double sessions three to four days a week," said Roenick. "I've been going at it for over a month here in L.A. I'm on a diet and just really committed to get in the best shape I can. I owe it to myself.
"No hanging out at clubs anymore, I drink only one day a week and when I say drink, I have one or two glasses of wine with dinner. So I haven't been boozing."
He hopes it's worth it.
"I'm 100 per cent committed to what I'm doing right now," said Roenick. "I'm praying to God that this works for me because I know I can play this game, I know I can play with anybody in the world.
"I know I can still play at a high level and still dominate this game."
28/06/2006 3:48:00 PM
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(CP) - Jeremy Roenick took a look in the mirror after the season and didn't like what he saw. So he's doing something about it.
PIERRE LEBRUN
Jeremy Roenick. (AP File/Terry Gilliam)
"It was a nightmare season from hell last year," Roenick said Wednesday from Los Angeles. "The embarrassment of the season I had last year is enormous. So I've totally re-arranged my summer and re-dedicated myself to the game of hockey. "I'm working out and getting into the best shape possible that my body can get to. I want to make amends for a season lost. It was totally embarrassing."
The re-energized and re-focused Roenick will be an unrestricted free agent as of Saturday. And he knows where he wants to sign.
"I've always said I would like to play in Canada before my career is over," said the 36-year-old Boston native. "And it's one thing that I'm really anxious in doing. Don't be surprised if I end up on a Canadian team next week.
"That's something that's high on my list."
Whichever team signs him won't have to pay the $4.94-million US salary the Los Angeles Kings spent on him last season.
He's coming with a rebate this summer after putting up only 22 points (9-13) in 58 games during an injury-plagued season.
"It's not going to take much to sign me," said Roenick. "I'm not looking for the $2.5-million to $3-million deals, I'd like to go for a deal for less money and get some bonuses, which I can do at my age. I'd like my play to do the talking, get paid as to how I'm going to perform.
"I'm definitely going to be motivated by my performance," added Roenick. "And after what I'm doing this summer and the regimen that I'm on, as focused as I am back on the game of hockey, I feel very confident I'm going to have a big year next year - without question."
He points to Teemu Selanne as the best example.
The Anaheim Ducks winger was awarded the Bill Masterton Trophy this past season after a remarkable comeback year, the 35-year-old winger scoring 40 goals and adding 50 assists after posting only 16 goals and 16 assists in his season with the Colorado Avalanche.
"I hope I can be exactly like Teemu Selanne was last year," said Roenick. "He had an atrocious year in Colorado, signed a contract with Anaheim and had one of his best years in a long time. And that's what I intend to do."
It all started with a meeting Roenick had with new Kings GM Dean Lombardi.
"He opened my eyes," said Roenick. "He kind of put me in a place where I haven't been in a long time. He made me aware of a lot of stuff that I've been neglecting for the last five years. There's a reason why I haven't been a dominant player for the last five years.
"And that's just not acceptable to me anymore."
The new Roenick needed a new lifestyle.
No more hanging out with his Hollywood buddies at clubs and living the life of a playboy athlete. He even changed his cellphone number to cut down on the temptations.
"Too many people are trying to get a hold of me and trying to get me to do things," he said. "It's time for me to take a step back."
When Roenick was traded to Los Angeles from Philadelphia last summer, it seemed like a match made in heaven. He's a natural in front of the camera and a great pitch man for the game.
With the NHL coming off a year-long lockout, Roenick did his best to sell the game. From appearances on Fox Sports TV's Best Damn Sports Show Period, to Carson Daly on NBC, to Party at the Palms with former Playboy Playmate Jenny McCarthy on the E! network, Roenick was everywhere.
It was too much.
"I've been worried about too much other stuff, too much entertaining, too much TV, instead of getting myself in proper condition," said Roenick. "It's not fair to me and it's not fair to the people that I work for.
"So I'm changing. I want to try and finish off this sucker the right way."
Over a month ago Roenick started working out six days a week with renowned trainer T.R. Goodman, who also works with Chris Chelios and Rob Blake among others.
"I've been in the gym at 6 every morning, and I do double sessions three to four days a week," said Roenick. "I've been going at it for over a month here in L.A. I'm on a diet and just really committed to get in the best shape I can. I owe it to myself.
"No hanging out at clubs anymore, I drink only one day a week and when I say drink, I have one or two glasses of wine with dinner. So I haven't been boozing."
He hopes it's worth it.
"I'm 100 per cent committed to what I'm doing right now," said Roenick. "I'm praying to God that this works for me because I know I can play this game, I know I can play with anybody in the world.
"I know I can still play at a high level and still dominate this game."
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Edmonton news:
Don't know if they'll have much of a team next year.
Unrestricted Free Agents:
Micheal Peca
Dwayne Roloson
Chis Pronger
Fernando Pisani
Chris Pronger has already admitted that he wanted out of Edmonton, and management has already spoken to the media about entertaining perspective buyers.
Also, Head Coach Craig McTavish is rumoured to be on the chopping block!
Don't know if they'll have much of a team next year.
Unrestricted Free Agents:
Micheal Peca
Dwayne Roloson
Chis Pronger
Fernando Pisani
Chris Pronger has already admitted that he wanted out of Edmonton, and management has already spoken to the media about entertaining perspective buyers.
Also, Head Coach Craig McTavish is rumoured to be on the chopping block!
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MarK Cuban and Dan Marino interested in buying the Penguins!
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban joins financier's bid for Penguins
Mark Cuban is known for baiting NBA officials, and Dan Marino is the most prolific passer in NFL...
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Mark Cuban is known for baiting NBA officials, and Dan Marino is the most prolific passer in NFL history. But the Pittsburgh natives now want to expand into a different sport in their hometown - hockey. The two have joined with a New York City financier in trying to buy the NHL's Penguins from Hall of Famer Mario Lemieux's group, which is selling the two-time Stanley Cup champions even as the team seeks a new arena deal.
Mark Cuban is known for baiting NBA officials, and Dan Marino is the most prolific passer in NFL...
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Mark Cuban is known for baiting NBA officials, and Dan Marino is the most prolific passer in NFL history. But the Pittsburgh natives now want to expand into a different sport in their hometown - hockey. The two have joined with a New York City financier in trying to buy the NHL's Penguins from Hall of Famer Mario Lemieux's group, which is selling the two-time Stanley Cup champions even as the team seeks a new arena deal.
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Everytime I read about Steve Moore starting another lawsuit against Bertuzzi, it makes me happier that the ass-clown is out of the game of hockey!!
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Bertuzzi and wife sued for fraud
Todd Bertuzzi may have a new home in Florida, but the off-season home of the former Vancouver Canuck is at the heart of a legal proceeding involving injured hockey player Steve Moore.
Steve Moore is suing Todd Bertuzzi for fraud.
Bertuzzi, who was traded to the Florida Panthers last week, and his wife Julie are the defendants in a lawsuit filed on March 6 by Moore and his parents. It accuses the Bertuzzis of fraud and asks for $100,000 in punitive damages.
The suit claims that five weeks after Bertuzzi
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Bertuzzi and wife sued for fraud
Todd Bertuzzi may have a new home in Florida, but the off-season home of the former Vancouver Canuck is at the heart of a legal proceeding involving injured hockey player Steve Moore.
Steve Moore is suing Todd Bertuzzi for fraud.
Bertuzzi, who was traded to the Florida Panthers last week, and his wife Julie are the defendants in a lawsuit filed on March 6 by Moore and his parents. It accuses the Bertuzzis of fraud and asks for $100,000 in punitive damages.
The suit claims that five weeks after Bertuzzi
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No I'm still reading.
I popped in after reading the above article. I'm neither a Bertuzzi fan or hater but I don't think it becomes you Monkei to be happy about the ass-clown being out of hockey since it was as a result of an unfortunate injury if not a rather extreme demonstration of unsportsmanlike conduct.
I know there are those who think Bert didn't do anything agressive or on purpose... still the guy can't play because of an injury. (My personal belief is that is was an aggressive act, okay an extreme one, that certainly was to put him on the bench for a while but wasn't done to put the guy out of hockey. Still he did it and needs to be accountable.)
It also sure looks like fraud.
I popped in after reading the above article. I'm neither a Bertuzzi fan or hater but I don't think it becomes you Monkei to be happy about the ass-clown being out of hockey since it was as a result of an unfortunate injury if not a rather extreme demonstration of unsportsmanlike conduct.
I know there are those who think Bert didn't do anything agressive or on purpose... still the guy can't play because of an injury. (My personal belief is that is was an aggressive act, okay an extreme one, that certainly was to put him on the bench for a while but wasn't done to put the guy out of hockey. Still he did it and needs to be accountable.)
It also sure looks like fraud.
