Ice Man

By jcwhitingjr

June 10, 2008 10:58 AM | Link to this

Tiger who?

By hoosier_hoser

June 10, 2008 11:30 AM | Link to this

Rawhide: Thanks for doing the job year round. I really appreciate the fact that you don’t go on hiatus when the Stanley Cup playoffs are finished. Your predecessor’s predecessor Ice Princess never left poolside once the summer rays started. Your prececessor Ice Man left for New Yawk (please tell me it wasn’t the Rags). Keep doing what you do.

By Alan

June 10, 2008 11:35 AM | Link to this

I don’t think anyone really watches the PGA anymore.

I’m pretty sure the ratings gurus can prove that for me.

Moving on, the HNIC theme song was never in “trouble,” so it never really needed to be “saved.” CTV didn’t really save it, they just ensured that Canadians (and Americans who are either fortunate enough to get that channel, or people who watch hockey online) will always hear it during hockey broadcasts.

Lastly, I would absolutely love to attend the entry draft celebrations next Friday, but I’m unsure of whether I’ll have a ride home. The last C-Tran bus on my bus route leaves the Airport station at 10:46pm, and I outright refuse to spend $50 to get a cab. So, sorry to say, but I might have to pass that evening.

By Wings fan in Ga.

June 10, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this

*Mad Mike’s response on TSN:

“You know what? I’m gonna change the name now. It’s gonna be Tiger Wuss. Here’s a guy that took about three months to get over a simple arthroscopic surgery. You look at [Penguins forward] Ryan Malone. His face exploded with a slap shot last night — he’s back out in 10 minutes! Keep your yap shut, Tiger, or I’ll send a couple of wingers down there — [Penguins forward] Gary Roberts — to tidy you up a little bit, meathead.”*

Amen Mike Milbury! Hockey players-real athletes. Golfers-not so much.

By GaVaHokie

June 10, 2008 11:44 AM | Link to this

Ugh… I hate when they have the draft parties at Philips. I may have to seek out a bar. Of course, finding one of those on a Friday night willing to put the sound on will be tough too.

By Brendan

June 10, 2008 12:36 PM | Link to this

Rawhide, maybe the NHL will postpone the draft until the Atlanta Spirit, LLC, gets its act together?

Oh wait. I guess there is a time limit.

Just imagine, Rawhide, when all those other GMs fill Ottawa’s draft floor. And the first one to spot Don Waddell says, “Well, I didn’t expect to see you here! What a pleasant surprise! Tell us your secret?”

And Waddell leans in and whispers, “The key is having a Bruce Levenson in the ownership group.” The other GMs smile. One them proclaims, “Ahh Donny. You can still sell ‘em ‘snakeoil.’ Good show!”

Then Lou Lamoriello saunters by, “Ya know, Don. Some of us actually have to EARN our keep.” Just then, an invited guest, Dave Nonis, shows up to utter, “Please don’t say the word ‘accountability’ in my presence. The wound is still fresh.” And the other GM’s pat Dave on the shoulder, “You’ll get another shot, Dave,” they say, encouragingly.

By R. Stroz

June 10, 2008 1:02 PM | Link to this

the draft party should be named:

Crash and Catch a Draft Party

Hooky Bob - I hope to be there, if so, the first round would be a Coca Cola. Then again, after the third pick in the draft, I might change my mind.

FUBAS SUCKS

By fes

June 10, 2008 1:21 PM | Link to this

who in their right mind would go to philips for the draft party and effectively give the ASG more money?

in regards to tiger, it was a dumb comment. however, to have a knee scoped is no walk in the park, especially when you generate a lot of your force to strike the ball from your knees and the spring loading of the hips. it’s probably fair to say that neither sport draws a huge tv share, outside of major events.

here’s to hoping that the wolves finish the job tonight so that the search for a coach can finally get underway.

By R. Stroz

June 10, 2008 1:58 PM | Link to this

fes - Easy answer, to annoy the ASG by vocalizing our distaste.

By Buzilla in CT

June 10, 2008 2:30 PM | Link to this

The draft is on the NHL network right?

Hokie, go watch it at Jay’s house

By R. Stroz

June 10, 2008 2:39 PM | Link to this

Buzilla - Are you hitched now? If so, have you been introduced to the honey do list yet?

By LAC

June 10, 2008 2:43 PM | Link to this

I want a Cheerwine with my draft !!!

Seems strange that WE THE FANS wanted Ron Wilson coach.

But the all knowing stupid one DUMB don waddell lets him pass like any other good possible coach.

I look forward to a deal down by ole don, maybe we can pick 30th or something, but seriously I look for no relief for the team in the draft as the people in charge want to go the CHEAP route, why Wilson is not coach, and we the FANS pay for it.

Like NASCARDAVE/Sage/Bob/Brenden say it just about over !

By Rawhide

June 10, 2008 2:57 PM | Link to this

jcwhitingjr - Exactly!!!

hoosier_hoser - I’ll be here as along as there is something to chat about. I’m sure after the draft things may slow a bit…but the UFA signing season should, (fingers crossed), give us Thrashers fans something to discuss!

RStroz - Catchy title. I like it!

Brendan - As always, professor…you have a great way of expressing your insightful points!

By R. Stroz

June 10, 2008 2:59 PM | Link to this

LAC - The fans aren’t paying for it. For the first time in Thrasher history, the Thrashers are selling their 13 and 7 game packages before the schedule is put out. This is a clear sign that full and half season ticket sales suck.

The ticket sales people are feeling our pain as Thrasher fans. Thrasher management is doing what Thrasher management does, panic.

It is obvious the fans have caught on to the FUBAS BS.

By Alan

June 10, 2008 3:22 PM | Link to this

who in their right mind would go to philips for the draft party and effectively give the ASG more money?

Why not take advantage of any and every opportunity to voice our displeasure?

Key word here, of course, is voice. You can only speak so loudly with your wallets, and I think that mission is, so far, accomplished. Season ticket sales are down - way down, by the looks of things.

However, the time is now to get out there and yell from every street corner, balcony, and bleacher seat how you feel and what you want.

Silent protests only work for so long before it becomes imperative to take a direct stand and confront the opposition. This is high school civics here, people, and the simple act of protest can apply to anything. You’ve got to do it right, though.

The ASG is giving everyone an open venue to watch the draft. Sure, concessions will be available, but you don’t have to buy.

Send them a message.

By R. Stroz

June 10, 2008 3:38 PM | Link to this

Along the same vein as Alan’s comment, if everyone were to start chanting after the number three pick, “Kovy needs a center” or “Campbell, Campbell, Campbell”, a message would be sent and the press would be there to cover it.

Management would definitely realize that the fans were serious and what it was going to take for us to buy tickets for next season.

By ranallo10

June 10, 2008 3:55 PM | Link to this

Alan and Stroz — I personally don’t feel the ASG would LISTEN. They’ll hear it, yes, but do you think they’d listen and respond accordingly?? They haven’t “listened” to the declining ticket sales, they haven’t listened to the declining performance of the team, they haven’t really listened period.

But I’m all for fan unity, so you two enjoy yourself. Personally I’ll be having my own draft party, watching NHL TV on a 62” with my buddies.

If I don’t hear Bogosian/Doughty announced at number three, I’m going to be severely disappointed.

Brendan — Funny scenario, I’d be interested to know if the GMs have that kind of humor. It’d be priceless, that’s for sure.

LAC — I’m not convinced that Wilson would’ve taken a job in this market when being lured by arguably the biggest and most passionate hockey market in the NHL. He’s going to make $1.5M-ish in Toronto, and I doubt he’d be paid $1M in Atlanta. I don’t think Wilson in Atlanta was ever anything more than a wish, even if Waddell pursued him (which we have no clue if he did or did not).

By R. Stroz

June 10, 2008 4:07 PM | Link to this

ranallo10 - I’ll bring the kid and the BULLHORN, they’ll listen even they are in a bunker.

By Alan

June 10, 2008 5:09 PM | Link to this

ranallo - I won’t be there, unless I can secure a ride home. Since everyone lives on the northside, well, I’m either walking home from the airport or securing a $50 cab ride from the airport.

All I’m saying is that should you attend, you should give it your all. The time for silent protests are over.

I said it before and will say it again: Look at Toronto and Washington. They protested loudly and vocally in the stands, and they received accountability. Now look at us. Not so much, eh? Yeah, I see it too.

By Brendan

June 10, 2008 5:20 PM | Link to this

Alan, I have a question. It’s an honest question, not a “loaded” one. Why aren’t the fans in attendance at games chanting, “Fiiii-re Donnn-ny?” Or “We wannnn-ted Willll-son!” (Refering to Ron Wilson, former Coach of the San Jose Sharks.) Could it just be that the fans in attendance are PLEASED with Waddell?

Don’t laugh. The harshest thing I’ve yet seen at ANY GAME at Philips Arena occurred during the All-Star Game. When Waddell’s name was announced, there were “boos.” I remember thinking, honestly, it wasn’t the place for booing him during that event.

But, I did think that any other Thrashers game was an optimum time for voicing that displeasure.

So, if I can offer a follow-up question, “Can it just be … at this point … that the Thrashers have successfully weeded out most, if not all, of their disgruntled fans, such that all that’s left are Waddell-supporters?” Or “The MY TEAM, no MATTER WHAT!” types? I just asking.

By ranallo10

June 10, 2008 5:22 PM | Link to this

Alan — The difference between those three cities is passionate ownership. The TML ownership group, while sometimes misguided by the delusion that the Leafs are God’s gift to the NHL, are definitely a passionate hockey group, who enjoy the sport. Ted Leonsis (did I spell that right) is also a passionate hockey fan, who has made it clear he’s dedicated to winning many times, most recently by signing his name to Ovechkin’s behemoth contract.

The ASG are passionate about their dislike for Belkin…look how far that’s gotten this franchise.

By ranallo10

June 10, 2008 5:27 PM | Link to this

Brendan — Good point. Are you implying that was by design, or simply a product of the ASG not listening?

By Brendan

June 10, 2008 5:31 PM | Link to this

Ya never never know, Ranallo. Maybe when Don’s mug passes through the doors of the Entry Draft, fourteen (14) GMs will simultaneously scream, “Dammit! There went another $50! I’ll get you for this, Burkie!” … all while Brian Burke walks past, collecting Ulysses S. Grant $50 bills from the lot of them. “This is the last time, Burkie!,” yells Jay Feaster. Burke turns to him and says, “Double or nothing Waddell is makes it back again next year!! Feaster says, “You’re on!!” Then Burke turns and smugly says, “On second thought, Jay. I doubt you’ll be here to collect from. So pay up, now!”

By R. Stroz

June 10, 2008 5:44 PM | Link to this

Brenden - During one game toward the end of last season when the Thrashers were down 4 to 1, we did get a “FI-RE WAD-DELL chant going. Thrash quickly stopped beating the drum when the chant became loud enough that the other team turned around and started looking in the stands.

If you don’t believe me, PJ heard the chant as well.

I tried the same chant at the last game of the season, but it didn’t catch on, probably because the Thrashers were winning.

By Brendan

June 10, 2008 5:52 PM | Link to this

I don’t know that I was implying anything. It was a SERIOUS question. My “feeling” is that it’s the net result of the ASG “not listening to what it perceives as IDIOT fans who cannot see that the team is headed in the right direction.”

To be clear, I’m not saying the team is headed in the right direction. It isn’t. Bruce Levenson is saying the team is headed in the right direction. Just ask him. And anyone who disagrees with him … I doubt he much cares about. Unless their name happens to be the CEO of Home Depot or Coca Cola. Thennn, I suppose, he’d listen.

By Brendan

June 10, 2008 5:59 PM | Link to this

R.Stroz and PJ, good job on starting the chant. Alan, if you can get it going, I say more power to ya!

By Alan

June 10, 2008 6:28 PM | Link to this

ranallo - There’s one thing my parents taught me for situations like this:

“You don’t know until you try.”

So far, there’s been no trying at all. You don’t just roll over because the ownership group doesn’t seem passionate enough. They might be able to ignore 100 fans chanting it at opening night, and maybe be able to ignore 1,000 fans chanting it a couple weeks later. But there’s no way in hell they’ll be able to ignore 10,000+ fans chanting it.

Those owners, while passionate, could no longer ignore it. If you can hear it on TV like I did, then you can rest assured that their respective owners heard it.

By Sage of Bluesland

June 10, 2008 8:17 PM | Link to this

“…Or ‘The MY TEAM, no MATTER WHAT!’ types? I just asking.”

Otherwise known as the SHEEP, Brendan…right?

While I admire Alan’s insistence that loud proclamations are the only way to go—and don’t disagree with much of his argument, I still beg to differ.

They won’t get another single red cent from me as long as that lisping, blustering buffoon is still associated in any way with the organization. I refuse to subsidize incompetence in any way whatsoever.

If the stands are filled—even with anti-Waddellites—WHY SHOULD THEY CARE??? The stands are filled!

Nope, the most effective way will be when the poor, misguided SHEEP finally stop going…Thankfully, their numbers are not increasing, despite the best efforts of Tweedle-Dee and Tweedle-Dum around here…

By B. Thenet

June 10, 2008 9:18 PM | Link to this

Part of me loves that DW is back, because I get to see the dimwitted ravings of self proclaimed know-it-alls who hate DW.

Part of me hates that DW is back, because I have to wade through the dimwitted ravings of self proclaimed know-it-alls who hate DW.

I watched alot of bad hockey when the Thrashers were starting out, bad hockey is better than none.

By Alan

June 10, 2008 10:34 PM | Link to this

DW could be better, but it could be much worse. And you’re right — bad hockey is certainly a lot better than no hockey at all.

By R. Stroz

June 10, 2008 10:40 PM | Link to this

Hat Trick for Krog

I still think the Wolves could beat the Thrashers.

By R. Stroz

June 10, 2008 10:45 PM | Link to this

Wolves Win

By Alan

June 10, 2008 10:48 PM | Link to this

Wolves win the series! Congratulations, Calder Cup champions 2007-08!

By fes

June 10, 2008 10:50 PM | Link to this

i think you are right r. stroz. the look good. us…not so much.

By B. Thenet

June 10, 2008 10:52 PM | Link to this

Congrats to the Wolves.

Look, I am not a fan of keeping DW around…but I get tired of seeing the exact same abusive rants from the same people time after time.

I can’t control who is the Thrashers GM, and I won’t deny myself one of my favorite things because of whoever is the Thrashers GM.

It is possible to not be in favor of the current GM being in charge, yet at the same time being capable of discussing the team in a sane and rational manner.

By ToF

June 10, 2008 10:57 PM | Link to this

And the winners of the 2008 Clader Cup…Your Chicago Wolves. MVP Goes to (drum roll please) Jason F’in Krog. If only he was half as good in the NHL.

By LAC

June 10, 2008 11:05 PM | Link to this

Great WIN by The Wolves !!!!!!!!!!!!!

Baby Pens come up short just like parent club !!!!!!

Of note, the Pens announcer had this one glaring comment…

Krog and several others on the Wolves are NHL caliber players, why on earth a team like Atlanta would not have a number of these guys there is just beyond me, guess they are not commited to winning in Atlanta.

Gee what a thing to say, just shows all of us what a complete screwup don waddell is a complete FOOL !

Just what is waddell’s problem ?

Just what is the problem with asg ?

They are losers, complete losers who do not want to win, just be within budget…Sell the team and let’s get a real WINNER in here who wants and knows how to WIN !!!!!!!!

I bet the Wolves could have had a better record than the Thrashers.

Nice comments by Wolves OWNER, and GM, real class and professional, something that is nowhere in sight in Atlanta !

By fes

June 10, 2008 11:10 PM | Link to this

haha. right on cue.

By B. Thenet

June 10, 2008 11:12 PM | Link to this

Funny how no other GM’s bothered to sign, trade for, or pick up on waivers Krog, Haydar, Kwiatkowski, etc when they easily could have.

Perhaps the Pens announcer and you know more than the other 29 GMs in the NHL. I guess everyone in the NHL except for you and the Pens announcer are fools.

LAC, you are hilarious

By LAC

June 10, 2008 11:20 PM | Link to this

No b.trent, you are a complete IDIOT, Just shows you waddell lovers like you, just accept losing, losing and more losing and accept it.

Just go away with your frail clueless comments… Listen to Sage NASCARDAVE and Bob as well as myself, we know NHL hockey and what it takes to win, we want to WIN…

You b.trent could care less about winning !

By Rawhide

June 10, 2008 11:25 PM | Link to this

The Anderson Watch is now officially ON!!

By B. Thenet

June 10, 2008 11:28 PM | Link to this

Where exactly were all these calls for the call up of Krog during the season?

You hear one podunk announcer say something that validates your opinion, and you shout it from the roof tops without even thinking about it first.

If Krog, Haydar, and Kwiatkowski were NHL caliber, they would be in the NHL right now….and not be getting ready to announce signing deals to play in the Russian league next season since no NHL teams are interested in giving them one-way contracts

By HookyBob

June 10, 2008 11:45 PM | Link to this

Stroz: Coke it is, at least until the 3rd pick. I echo Ranallo’s setiments in that I’ll be disappointed if it isn’t Bosogian or Doughty (sp). And let’s hope we select a coach who can “develop” young talent. Has anyone seen all the article, or picture series (referenced above),on all the talent M Milbury traded away while GM of the Islanders!

Oh well, as Hank Williams says…”the road to love is rocky and tough,…and I’ve traveled it long enough.”

BTW, if I make it Friday evening,… I’ll be the funny looking little man (well, short anyway) in the “Alaska Grown” hat. Just to remove any confusion I’ll wear my “Original Six” T-shirt. (I’d wear my Patrik Steffan jersey but that might be bad luck.)

Maybe we should pick up on Rawhide’s suggestion and meet a Taco Macs before the doors to the Philips open. I’m a regular at their Decatur store and highly recommend TM’s selection of “hopps flavored adult beverages.” I’ll be the funny looking little man in the….ohhhh never mind.

It would be nice to meet others of Rawhide’s flock (aka bloggers). This seems like the perfect gateway to meeting the faithful. Afterall, if you are still following Rawhide & your Atlanta Thrashers a week after the cup has been won,..you’ve got to be worthy.

Correct me if I’m wrong but it is:

10 days (barely) until the draft;

11 days until solstice (longest day of the year,..which is not a good sign);

21 days until free agency;…and…

115 days until the puck drops on the next run for Lord Stanley’s Cup.

I can hardly wait.

By HookyBob

June 10, 2008 11:54 PM | Link to this

BTW: If I were going to ask something of the ASG and DW it would be “accountability.” Too bad that is such a hard word to work into a catchy phrase. There’s a challenge folks,..put that (or equivilent wording), into something we can chant on draft night.

BTW2: I’m not a Milbury fan but am onboard with his response to Tiger. To me,… golf is what hockey players (and fans) do once the season is over. Hard to argue with Tigers million$ though. Too bad he wasn’t born in a more northern clime.

BTW3: I’d send Jarko Ruttu after him,… rather than Gary Roberts.

By Rawhide

June 11, 2008 12:07 AM | Link to this

B Thenet - I think your proposal to be a die-hard fan of the Thrashers as well as not perticularly being a fan of the front office is a valid concept indeed.

HookyBob - I’ll look for you and the hat. If you spot me first, please introduce yourself.

Oh…and “accountability”? You could ask Bob Hartley that question. To date…he’s still the only one to be held accountable for last season.

By R. Stroz

June 11, 2008 12:25 AM | Link to this

Here’s a chant for accountability:

THE THRASHERS SUCK, FIRE THE DUCK

By Brendan

June 11, 2008 1:59 AM | Link to this

Sage, I have a certain degree of respect for the fan who will come out, no matter what. For them, hockey is a part of their culture. It’s their very lifestyle. It’s how to they choose to exist. “Pursuit of happiness” is a Constitutionally-protected freedom, provided that the pursuit doesn’t break any laws. And if the Thrashers weren’t here, they’d go to Gladiators games. Or whatever hockey there was … within driving distance of their home.

But it’s clear that this ownership is beyond pathetic. They transcended “pathetic” quite a while ago. They besmirch whatever panache “pathetic” once held. I’m not sure what adjective is worse than pathetic, but that’s what it is. I don’t see the point of supporting them. If they go out of business, it’s THEIR fault. They own the restaurant that serves the crappy food, that drove away the customers. It’s not the fault of the patrons … who refuse to eat the crappy food at their restaurant. They do not have to frequent the restaurant just because … it’s the “neighborhood restaurant.” If you don’t like the food, don’t go. I suppose some might want to argue, “crappy food is better than no food.” But, it’s not as if it’s a matter of life and death, with the only food within a 30-mile radius served at this horrible restaurant.

I’d like to believe that the restaurant owners would like their customers to return. I would like to think that they’d re-address their menu, seeing a bonafide need for change. I’d like to think … they would fire the existing chefs and replace them with ones who CAN prepare a decent meal. Ya know, meals people would be willing to pay for. The kind of meals that generate “word of mouth” business. The kind of meals that create a “buzz” and an excitement within the community. The kind of meals that make people say, “Now, that’s a fine restaurant. You simply MUST dine there, if you haven’t been. The ambiance is spectacular. The service is exceptional. The food is extraordinary. The wine list is impeccable. There’s live music. There’s dancing. They even have karaoke on Thursday nights! What are you waiting for? Gather the kids, and head out to ‘Chez Pascal’s.’”

As Jeff Schultz opined in a recent Thrashers article, offering up some fairly decent advice to the ASG, “What you don’t do … is NOTHING.” Well, we’ve seen a whole lot of that in this offseason. But now the clock is ticking. They didn’t rigorously pursue Ron Wilson. The least expensive route is probably John Anderson. And knowing this penny-pinching bunch, he’s just what the doctored ordered. Luckily for them, he’s also pretty good.

By NASCAR Dave

June 11, 2008 2:09 AM | Link to this

I’ll bring the kid and the BULLHORN, they’ll listen even they are in a bunker.

Best idea I heard yet. I applaud you. Yell until you lose your voice. Let them know how embarrassed we are!

Alan, I have a question. It’s an honest question, not a “loaded” one. Why aren’t the fans in attendance at games chanting, “Fiiii-re Donnn-ny?” Or “We wannnn-ted Willll-son!” (Refering to Ron Wilson, former Coach of the San Jose Sharks.) Could it just be that the fans in attendance are PLEASED with Waddell?

Honestly Brendan there is a small minority of people like this. But there is a larger number of people who honestly have no idea what the Thrashers record is, who the players are, etc. They are “new” to hockey, and have no idea who Donnie is. When you do vocal protests like this, they have no idea what you are saying, and they probably think you look silly. This is a sad fact. Could help explain how Donnie continues to fester around… There is NO ACCOUNTABILITY.

They won’t get another single red cent from me as long as that lisping, blustering buffoon is still associated in any way with the organization. I refuse to subsidize incompetence in any way whatsoever.
If the stands are filled—even with anti-Waddellites—WHY SHOULD THEY CARE??? The stands are filled!
Nope, the most effective way will be when the poor, misguided SHEEP finally stop going…Thankfully, their numbers are not increasing, despite the best efforts of Tweedle-Dee and Tweedle-Dum around here…

I agree 100%. Sage is correct.

I watched alot of bad hockey when the Thrashers were starting out, bad hockey is better than none.

BTrent, WHY are you satisfied with the SAME old tricks??? Donnie is a fraud.!. You need to stop being so passive and be honest about things here…

Nice comments by Wolves OWNER, and GM, real class and professional, something that is nowhere in sight in Atlanta !

I agree 100%. We got a fraud, some 2 bit snake oil salesmen, and a dog and pony show…

If Krog, Haydar, and Kwiatkowski were NHL caliber, they would be in the NHL right now….and not be getting ready to announce signing deals to play in the Russian league next season since no NHL teams are interested in giving them one-way contracts

BRent you need to calm down there brother… No need to get all riled up over AHL players that we NEED to CUT from PAYROLL…

Oh…and “accountability”? You could ask Bob Hartley that question. To date…he’s still the only one to be held accountable for last season.

Yep. Right on Rawhide. Bob didn’t deserve that. It’s a pitiful, embarrassing shame that our owners ALLOWED Don FRAUDell to do that… Hartley was a Class Act, something stupid Donnie will NEVER be!!!

ALAN I think it’s kinda pointless to protest at a viewing party at Philips… NOBODY of Thrashers importance will be there (Management Wise)… Probaly a bunch of wasted money (Especially if you spend it THERE)

The time is NOW to offer JOHN ANDERSON the job… He has EARNED it, and it’s time to get going… The draft is approaching and we CANNOT wait any longer!!!

By Alan

June 11, 2008 4:09 AM | Link to this

Honestly Brendan there is a small minority of people like this. But there is a larger number of people who honestly have no idea what the Thrashers record is, who the players are, etc. They are “new” to hockey, and have no idea who Donnie is. When you do vocal protests like this, they have no idea what you are saying, and they probably think you look silly. This is a sad fact. Could help explain how Donnie continues to fester around… There is NO ACCOUNTABILITY.

There’s probably more truth to this than I want to think about at 4am. Alas, the more vocal people start to get, the more people will ask questions. I’m sure Stroz remembers the game he met my friend Mack at. Even he was up for the chant, after seeing how ridiculous the 3rd period looked.

You can’t expect accountability to be served up to you on a silver platter, you have to work to get it. Especially in a market like ours, where the Canadians routinely think we’re one of the “poorest” markets and the Thrashers should be moved to someplace like Flin Flon, MB or Whitehorse, YT.

Indifference is a b***, isn’t it? Well, we’re about to find out.

ALAN I think it’s kinda pointless to protest at a viewing party at Philips

And I think it’s kind of pointless to not speak up for what you believe in.

And with that, we agree to disagree, do we not?

As far as coaching is concerned, here’s my short list:

1. Anderson
2. McLellan

No one else deserves the bench job here, in my eyes.

By Brendan

June 11, 2008 11:31 AM | Link to this

Can someone clarify this. Wasn’t Joel Quenneville offered the Colorado Avalanche job? Is that not a done deal? Also, Jeff Schultz, a month ago, said that Brian Burke’s deal with Anaheim wasn’t “finalized.” Are these deals fully consummated now? Schultz’ article was called, “Spirit’s in need of a game plan, Thrashers GM.”

By ranallo10

June 11, 2008 12:10 PM | Link to this

Brendan — Burke has another year left on his current contract, and rumor has it he’ll be going to Toronto following the conclusion of that contract. The NHL has already “warned” Toronto not to poach Burke this season (due to his contract status), so it’s been assumed that means they’ll continue their pursuit next season (and it’s also rumored that’s why Nonis declined the job, as he’d be a rental GM).

Also, Quenneville and Colorado mutually separated, and Tony Granato was promoted to the head coaching position. That was done in May (the 22nd).

By Tony C.

June 11, 2008 12:40 PM | Link to this

I don’t know that DW wants to give up what Quenneville would cost out of his bonus

By kracker

June 11, 2008 1:44 PM | Link to this

Well, darn, I have been “invited” to my boss’s 40th at his house on Friday, the 20th at 6PM. What is the time of the draft on Friday?

By ranallo10

June 11, 2008 1:57 PM | Link to this

kracker — The draft starts at 7pm.

By Brendan

June 11, 2008 3:15 PM | Link to this

That’s right. I remember now that it would be Granato’s second stink with the Avs. That’s kind of a curious move. But, I wish Colorado good luck.

I have to think that John Anderson is the most likely target for the Thrashers. He’ll come cheaply. He’s coached many of the Thrasher players. At this point, I’d be surprised if it weren’t he who was announced as the next coach.