GI Joe

Canada has won its opener at the Ivan Hlinka over in the Czech Republic. These U-18 events are becoming a very big deal. Good to see Canada start off with a win, since our track record at these tourneys is less than stellar. The Hot List returns, with a focus on Chris Kreider. This is a smart and well spoken kid. If his raw talents are harnessed, he will be a player. Watch out for #2 on the list, John McFarland. I saw him at the spring U-18's, and for my money he was the best Canadian player. Cortney over at Style and Sports discusses the Top 5 Jerseys selection by THN. I have never been a fan of the Wild's colours, but I suppose it is somewhat original. Psycho Lady Hockey offers her Top 10 Dick Signs to bring to a game this season. The Phaneuf/Avery idea is fantastic. Devils' blog Pucks and Pitchforks does a comparison between GI Joe characters and NHL players. At least they used the cartoon characters, and not whatever junk can be found in the new movie. Crash the Crease takes issue with a Bucky Gleason article on the Sabres. Good points on both sides, but I don't think the Sabres are all that far away from contending. This one is a few days old, but Greatest Hockey Legends had an interesting post about Hockey Statues.

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