Banackock

A lot of people have shit on this league but I'm here to tell you that shouldn't be the case. Whether you like it or hate, it the VHLM is needed. I've heard from time to time the rumblings that go on in the BoG or around the board from certain members who expressively show their dissatisfaction for the VHLM. If you put yourselves in their shoes, is it understandable? I mean, I guess. Of course, there's negatives and positives to every side of the fence and almost everything you look at. The simming can be hit and miss and the updates can be a little off. These people are hired to do a consistent job and while be expect this 100% of the time, we have to remember they have lives. I shit on @Higgins from time to time about this and I'll admit 95.63% of the time it's jokingly. A lot of people actually shit on him for this and we should overlook the periodical inconsistency - because he's done a pretty good job and has done it for many seasons. We're not league executives, even if some of us think we are ( @Beaviss lol). We have lives, man. We live em. We do what the fuck we want and we're fortunate enough to be able to say that the Victory Hockey League is a part of our spare time or hobbies. The fact they get on in their day, sim for us, GM for us, finance, message and help us or deal with the little shit or whatever, fucking rights. I know it's hard to see it this way, but it needs to be how it's seen. For the Victory Hockey Leagues minors, the beast is no different. It gets shit and people don't like to spend time down there, but I don't see why. I love that league, man. I miss it. I love creating new guys, being able to play in the VHLM and experiencing newer GM's, newer players and being able to experience something different. Crush those records, dominate, suck shit - whatever. For me? The VHLM is a must have. It's where our players start. Where the new guys start for players and for becoming managers more or less. However, there is the shit side of things too and we're always looking at ways at making things better. So, here I sit - sitting on my seat at the kitchen table, sipping a terrible Vodka beverage I just cooked up after a gruesome 8 hour day after a wicked span of work (16 days of work in the last 17 - my only day off being a shitty dental appointment day on which I also changed the oil in my Nissan 370z). Here, I once again offer you ideas on how we could potentially make the VHLM a better place for all of us to coexist. @Beaviss @Smarch @Will @Beketov 1. When you're drafted, MAKE MONEY. I'm not sure how you're going to feel about this idea, because It's literally something I cooked up in my brain whilst writing this, but I think it has a lot of positives to it. Whether you're drafted or not, you should be making bank the moment your player hits the ice. Waiver players make it, don't draftees? I say we throw a cap into the VHLM and while I'm a little too buzzed to throw out a number, why not have it at a 2M maximum for say, 9 roster players. This allows your team to have 18 Mill in cap space, so while you have to spend it right, it doesn't hurt to have in place. I'm out of touch with the VHLM, as it's been ages since I've been a GM there, but having every player earn money and allow them to negotiate contract would be a good thing. 2. Let's move the fucking teams. The same old is great, but let's be a little easier on allowing GM's to move the teams. If not that, let's freshen shit up a bit. I get teams have been in place for a long time, but it would be nice to see new blood in the league. It would spruce shit up and make me pumped to play for some new places instead of the same old loyalty. A couple suggestions: 1. This I'm not overly for, but allow a GM to relocate the team every 3-5 seasons, and if new, allow them to move the team as long as it's approved by a Commish and they have graphics, jerseys and logos ready to go. 2. If the team consistently places lower int he rankings and can't seem to find their way, move em. 3. Move a couple team for the sake of change. I'd like to see teams like Chicago, Vancouver, Washington, Minnesota, Boston, Montreal, Ottawa. Anything really. Let's explore - have fun. Enjoy this shit. The VHLM is where this should take place. History is important, yes. Let's always hold onto that, but so is change. I'm not asking for new teams every 5 seasons, but if we can, let's bring in some new blood because I honestly feel like that may do us some good. 3. Special VHLM PT's? I still don't know why this isn't a regular thing overall? It's easier work than trivia and tallying predictions and is enjoyable to watch and likely read. Maybe, if not in the VHL, bring it to the VHLM. For as long as you're in the VHLM, expect a weekly point task that could be about anything - your off-season plans, your seasonal expectations, a make up of your meal plans or a team initiation.. whatever.. For 2 TPE a week, 150 words. Show us what you got. It brings about activity, gets people reading and is an easy way to earn TPE and get activity going without people having to fight through a fucking boring Media Spot like I am right now. 4. VHLSC - Scouting shit Honestly, when Kendrick did this, I fucking loved it, man. I struggled with activity when I first joined as it took me a little bit to find my love for the VHL, but fuck, did I love his shit. It's so cool to see where you rank, the progress you've made and to see where you rank amongst your fellow draftees. I know we're trying to get it going again, and know knocks to robbie, but that was shit. I love that Robbie tried to put his own mark on it, but I'll call him out when I say he likely was too busy, Bek put him on the spot as he asked when it was coming out and that's what he spit out. He can say differently and like I said, I like his approach for different, but I REAAAAAALLLY don't think you can top Kendrick. At the end of the day, Game of Thrones is the shit. Don't fucking top it or try to change it, be it. If it ain't broke, fix it. If it's the best respect it. Respect it, man. Kendrick did well - do what they do. I honestly feel like this is something that will help with retention if we can keep them passed that point. 5. Activity Check If it's one thing I hate doing, it's posting in another game thread only to copy/paste those 3 links and claim the TPE. I post in 99% of my game threads anyway and while I see it a positive initiative for activity, it's a pain in the ass. It's been presented in the BoG and it's honestly a home run, slam dunk or snipe to top cheddar. Let us claim 1 TPE a week or VHL and 2 for VHLM. Give the young boys an easier pay day with 2 and the old boys a little less with 1. I'd love to post in a thread and get some days TPE. We're not getting younger and as my days count down on here, I find myself struggling. You need to give us breaks, make things easier. The GOMHL is easy as fuck as that's why I'm there. 8 for activity check, 2-3 for Media depending if you purchase a store thing for media. SHL offers a 1M training for 5 TPE and activity check = 2 without even doing PT's. Easy to make a decent PT. MAYBE why people choose those is because it's less of a bitch on those sites? sure SHL has PT's, but they're not that bad. The only thing I don;'t do is those weekend fun times and thats only because I'm lazy and don't give a shit. Next player, balls to the walls. 6. Lastly, because I want 1,500 words and to not have to write for 3 weeks. I think bumping the MAXIMUM TPE would be good thing. This allows for a more competitive league, but also means some or most players will stay down for 2-3 leagues. It kills turn over which is a real bitch in the league but also helps with depth. I'd say 225 and 250 - which would be a big boost. 1,533 WORDS APRIL 30 - May 6 May 7 - May 13 May 14 - May 20 FORSBERG

We get it. He's keen. How many lipstick marks do you have on your ass cheeks? @pennypenny My point, as opposed to getting a job and already doing the weekly, tedious and consistent jobs - enjoy the site for a couple seasons. Have no stress, worries etc. Let it be a hobby. Something you want to do, not have to do. Either way, your choice. Not doubting your ability at all.

Don't overload newer guys IMO. Has barely updated himself, let alone becoming one, lol.

Gg

Disgusting ?

Maybe Kovalev and Quebec have something in common after all.

LMFAO over here thinking he won't retire and recreate early go do something productive for once on the VHL

Holy shit, boys. For a little while there I was going hard in the mac, but now things seemed to have died off a little bit on here for me. Typically, I get all my shit done on Monday when it comes to easy updating. Your activity checks, purchases, and blah blah. Then, I usually do a media spot and bounce the easy writings off and then tend to do another mid-week. Things have been different lately and it's a little concerning for me. I've been a lazy ass and haven't been doing that. I skipped a week and then have been rocking free weeks here for a little bit. I just got off a haul of 15 days straight at work so that could be the killer there. I've just lost the motivation lately to push and It's likely because of work but I could also peg it to the fact that my careers are done for both players. Another GM player will have come and gone as off next season - retiring early and my first ever player to reach retirement will be Aleksei Federov. There's 150+ words for yours truly, Lazy ass

Player Name: Aleksei FederovVHL Team: da BearsCash you have: 4.75 + (S59 CON) + S60 Contract = ????Purchase Name: FREE WEEKCost of Purchase: 3MCash Left: 1.75 + S60 Contract Honestly, I have no fucking idea. My balance is 4.75 (but my S59 contract is 5M) so IDK where I sit lol..

Looking better and better in the Bears wing.

Brain to bana "losing to Riga gets u no cups, dumbass".

Did the swaps work??

Federov, Gretzky and McAllister ?

Presently, they're on their way to helping Seattle with a Top 4 pick in the upcoming draft. Don't mind if we do.

mhm

Yawn. Pay Kendrick 11 TPE a week to bring back his amazing work

Lines sent

Welcome. Id say OSLO @OB1mx @Laflamme

Markus King seen leaving the game..

First one?

Always a close game.

Player Name: Mattias ForsbergVHL Team: da BearsCash you have: 3.75 (S59 CON) + S60 Contract = ????Purchase Name: FREE WEEKCost of Purchase: 3MCash Left: 0.75 + S60 Contract

Good write up and good work. Would look good good on the blue line in Seattle with my next defensive player.. could be a great duo.. keep that in mind ?