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Friday, October 26, 2007
Taking Matters Into My Own Hands
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Well, something had to be done. I’m not the General Manager/Interim Coach of the Thrashers so I can’t do what he can, but I CAN do SOMETHING. I can’t sit McCarthy and his -12 rating down and give Popovic a long look. I can’t put different line-ups out there and see if that works. I can’t pick up the phone and call other GMs and see if there is some deal to be made. Not that any of the above actions would bring a guarantee of success, mind you.
But last night, after viewing the 3-0 lack-luster loss to Nashville on a big-screen in a smoky sports bar, I knew it was time for action. So I just did it. May the hockey gods have mercy upon me, but I did it.
I came home, kissed the sleeping wife and tax exemptions on their collective foreheads, headed straight into the laundry room and, brace your selves, washed the lucky Thrashers jersey.
(I will give you all a moment to regain your composure).
Yes, I just broke down and did it. Gentle Hand-Wash cycle, Tide detergent specially formulated for front-load washers, cold water, with Downy fabric softener, (Mountain Fresh). The jersey was turned inside out to protect the embroidery. It was hung up to air dry, crest facing north toward the Hockey Mecca, The NHL Hall of Fame in Toronto.
I know most of you will question why I would take such a drastic step, that some will view this as jumping into panic mode. Well, like I said, something had to be done and now.
I am hoping that I washed out of it the negative vibes, bad Karma, or just plain bad luck that are bringing with it such things as a weak, ineffective power play, flat-footed defensive play, periods that see the Thrashers take only five shots on goal, (as was the case in the first period last night) or three shots on goal, (as was the case in the third period last night). I’m hoping to wash out the lack of physicality that has us being shove from one end of the ice to the other, the 30+ shots against per game, and the passes to open ice.
Something had to be done. Something had to be done now. So I just did it.
I think I need to go lay down now, I’m feeling dizzy.
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