SwampD Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 1:08 PM, Tankalicious said: Interesting thoughts from Pierre LeBrun: http://espn.go.com/b...o-player-safety Suggests changing the names of trophies from former owners to legendary players. His ideas: Hart (MVP) --> Gretzky Art Ross (points leader) --> Howe Norris (d-man) --> Orr Calder (rookie) --> Lemieux Lady Byng (sportsmanship) --> Beliveau Selke (d forward) --> Gainey Jack Adams (coach) --> Scott Bowman I know traditionalists will hate this idea. I also understand that these are named after some of the "builders" of the game. But I like the idea of renaming some, like the Norris for Orr. Gretzky on the MVP makes sense. Calder should go to Selanne instead, but it's too early for that. It's sorta like when I go back to my college and see that some of the buildings and performance halls are now named after the teachers I had. I like it. Quote
LGR4GM Posted November 7, 2014 Author Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 1:08 PM, Tankalicious said: Interesting thoughts from Pierre LeBrun: http://espn.go.com/b...o-player-safety Suggests changing the names of trophies from former owners to legendary players. His ideas: Hart (MVP) --> Gretzky Art Ross (points leader) --> Howe Norris (d-man) --> Orr Calder (rookie) --> Lemieux Lady Byng (sportsmanship) --> Beliveau Selke (d forward) --> Gainey Jack Adams (coach) --> Scott Bowman I know traditionalists will hate this idea. I also understand that these are named after some of the "builders" of the game. But I like the idea of renaming some, like the Norris for Orr. Gretzky on the MVP makes sense. Calder should go to Selanne instead, but it's too early for that. Why? If someone could actually come up with a good reason why other than because I would be impressed. Quote
shrader Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 Since people always like to laugh at the Lady Byng Trophy, I think they should change it to the shape of the old Dallas Mooterus jersey. Quote
TrueBlueGED Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 1:08 PM, Tankalicious said: Interesting thoughts from Pierre LeBrun: http://espn.go.com/blog/nhl/post/_/id/33126/rumblings-time-to-update-names-of-major-awards-additions-to-player-safety Suggests changing the names of trophies from former owners to legendary players. His ideas: Hart (MVP) --> Gretzky Art Ross (points leader) --> Howe Norris (d-man) --> Orr Calder (rookie) --> Lemieux Lady Byng (sportsmanship) --> Beliveau Selke (d forward) --> Gainey Jack Adams (coach) --> Scott Bowman I know traditionalists will hate this idea. I also understand that these are named after some of the "builders" of the game. But I like the idea of renaming some, like the Norris for Orr. Gretzky on the MVP makes sense. Calder should go to Selanne instead, but it's too early for that. I'm assuming there would not be retroactive? Would be odd saying something like "Wayne Gretzky, winner of four Gretzkys..." Quote
Campy Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 1:08 PM, Tankalicious said: Interesting thoughts from Pierre LeBrun: http://espn.go.com/b...o-player-safety Suggests changing the names of trophies from former owners to legendary players. His ideas: Hart (MVP) --> Gretzky Art Ross (points leader) --> Howe Norris (d-man) --> Orr Calder (rookie) --> Lemieux Lady Byng (sportsmanship) --> Beliveau Selke (d forward) --> Gainey Jack Adams (coach) --> Scott Bowman I know traditionalists will hate this idea. I also understand that these are named after some of the "builders" of the game. But I like the idea of renaming some, like the Norris for Orr. Gretzky on the MVP makes sense. Calder should go to Selanne instead, but it's too early for that. Call me a traditionalist because I don't like it at all. I'm not over the Wales and Campbell conference names being changed much less Adams, Smythe, Patrick, and Norris division names. There is something cool about learning what the men attached to those names did in their hockey careers. After all, the league didn't start when the Oilers drafted Gretzky. Quote
LGR4GM Posted November 7, 2014 Author Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 2:16 PM, Campy said: Call me a traditionalist because I don't like it at all. I'm not over the Wales and Campbell conference names being changed much less Adams, Smythe, Patrick, and Norris division names. There is something cool about learning what the men attached to those names did in their hockey careers. After all, the league didn't start when the Oilers drafted Gretzky. I agree. Quote
Weave Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 2:16 PM, Campy said: Call me a traditionalist because I don't like it at all. I'm not over the Wales and Campbell conference names being changed much less Adams, Smythe, Patrick, and Norris division names. There is something cool about learning what the men attached to those names did in their hockey careers. After all, the league didn't start when the Oilers drafted Gretzky. Here, here. Adams forever, Atlantic never. Quote
Taro T Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 2:16 PM, Campy said: Call me a traditionalist because I don't like it at all. I'm not over the Wales and Campbell conference names being changed much less Adams, Smythe, Patrick, and Norris division names. There is something cool about learning what the men attached to those names did in their hockey careers. After all, the league didn't start when the Oilers drafted Gretzky. :huh: When did the Eulers draft Gretzky? :unsure: Quote
Robviously Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 2:20 PM, weave said: Here, here. Adams forever, Atlantic never. LOL. I could imagine a mob in South Park chanting that. Rabble Rabble Rabble. Quote
darksabre Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 1:08 PM, Tankalicious said: Interesting thoughts from Pierre LeBrun: http://espn.go.com/b...o-player-safety Suggests changing the names of trophies from former owners to legendary players. His ideas: Hart (MVP) --> Gretzky Art Ross (points leader) --> Howe Norris (d-man) --> Orr Calder (rookie) --> Lemieux Lady Byng (sportsmanship) --> Beliveau Selke (d forward) --> Gainey Jack Adams (coach) --> Scott Bowman I know traditionalists will hate this idea. I also understand that these are named after some of the "builders" of the game. But I like the idea of renaming some, like the Norris for Orr. Gretzky on the MVP makes sense. Calder should go to Selanne instead, but it's too early for that. Oh hell no. Quote
shrader Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 2:22 PM, Robviously said: LOL. I could imagine a mob in South Park chanting that. Rabble Rabble Rabble. Come on, it's more of a Simpsons chant. I hope the Adams division never gets kicked out of the Be Sharps. "Wiggum forever, Barney never!" Quote
Robviously Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 2:28 PM, shrader said: Come on, it's more of a Simpsons chant. I hope the Adams division never gets kicked out of the Be Sharps. "Wiggum forever, Barney never!" Baby On Board. Classic. Quote
Eleven Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 2:16 PM, Campy said: Call me a traditionalist because I don't like it at all. I'm not over the Wales and Campbell conference names being changed much less Adams, Smythe, Patrick, and Norris division names. There is something cool about learning what the men attached to those names did in their hockey careers. After all, the league didn't start when the Oilers drafted Gretzky. Right on, except... On 11/7/2014 at 2:21 PM, Taro T said: :huh: When did the Eulers draft Gretzky? :unsure: Indy drafted Gretzky. Quote
pastajoe Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 2:55 PM, Eleven said: Indy drafted Gretzky. Technically, he was never drafted. He was signed to a personal services contract. Quote
Eleven Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 3:16 PM, pastajoe said: Technically, he was never drafted. He was signed to a personal services contract. That's right! Forgot that. Quote
Taro T Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 3:16 PM, pastajoe said: Technically, he was never drafted. He was signed to a personal services contract. Yep. Only 17 when he signed that 1st 4 year deal w/ Skalbania. Quote
LabattBlue Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 2:16 PM, Campy said: Call me a traditionalist because I don't like it at all. I'm not over the Wales and Campbell conference names being changed much less Adams, Smythe, Patrick, and Norris division names. There is something cool about learning what the men attached to those names did in their hockey careers. After all, the league didn't start when the Oilers drafted Gretzky. I agree. I also believe we have nothing to worry about. This idea will never get enough support. Quote
dudacek Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 This league went for the Metropolitan. I'm beyond any investment in what it calls things. Quote
Eleven Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 Buffalo Sabres @BuffaloSabres 2h2 hours ago Today is 11-7-14. It's the last time this century those numbers make the date. Happy #FrenchConnectionDay! Quote
That Aud Smell Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 4:26 PM, Eleven said: Buffalo Sabres @BuffaloSabres 2h2 hours ago Today is 11-7-14. It's the last time this century those numbers make the date. Happy #FrenchConnectionDay! :thumbsup: Quote
That Aud Smell Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 Sorry no Linky, but there's a nice personal interest piece on Miller on ESPN.com. He and his wife are having a (Canadian) baby, evidently. Also, he's won 10 games already. Quote
darksabre Posted November 7, 2014 Report Posted November 7, 2014 On 11/7/2014 at 10:41 PM, That Aud Smell said: Sorry no Linky, but there's a nice personal interest piece on Miller on ESPN.com. He and his wife are having a (Canadian) baby, evidently. Also, he's won 10 games already. Does Ryan Miller play better when pregnant? My story at 11. Quote
Eleven Posted November 8, 2014 Report Posted November 8, 2014 (edited) On 11/7/2014 at 10:41 PM, That Aud Smell said: Sorry no Linky, but there's a nice personal interest piece on Miller on ESPN.com. He and his wife are having a (Canadian) baby, evidently. Also, he's won 10 games already. How? On 11/7/2014 at 10:41 PM, d4rksabre said: Does Ryan Miller play better when pregnant? My story at 11. Leave me out of this. Edited November 8, 2014 by Eleven Quote
darksabre Posted November 8, 2014 Report Posted November 8, 2014 On 11/8/2014 at 2:24 AM, Eleven said: How? Leave me out of this. :P Quote
pastajoe Posted November 8, 2014 Report Posted November 8, 2014 Did you know that you can't coach youth hockey if you're a Nazi? http://t.co/5QB1xI9mWM Quote
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