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At the latest Firkley Foundation fundraiser, Dirk Firkley was caught being intimate with supermodel Alexis. Alexis has exploded onto the fashion scene in the last few months, and it was assumed that her appearance at the fundraiser was simply another public appearance/publicity stunt, but it has since been proved otherwise. The young couple was caught embracing near one of the kitchen corridors, where it was assumed they would be alone. After they were confronted, they have admitted to seeing each other on and off for the last few months and had solidified their relationship on Firkley's last trip home. Our congratulations go to the young couple, but there has also been a bit of controversy surrounding their relationship. Alexis is only 17. That being said, it is also important to remember that Firkley himself is only 19, and Alexis has been living on her own for the last two years, while travelling the world for her work. Regardless, Firkley now has a girlfriend, a sick mother, and an upcoming VHL draft. He's getting a lot of on his plate - the question remains if he can handle it all. Supermodel, Alexis.

There was much rejoicing when the Iron Eagles picked up and moved from Vasteras to Stockholm, mostly from potential draftees who were aware of the stigma placed on the team, but none rejoiced more than the Stockholm Ghostbusters. “Team, cöme here!” Sven, the strapping 6 2” blond shouted. His eyes were glued to the announcement on the cheap black and white tv set with the fuzzy picture. “Löok at this! Another hockey team move to Stockholm!” “Not the Köttbulle arena?” asked Ted, the American hippie. "Löoks like it," Sven replied while he tried to fix the antenna. "It's about time we had another mystery," a sultry voice chimed in. Both Ted and Sven turned to watch Olga make her way into the room. The former Victoria Secret model liked to make an entrance, and it was always an entrance worth watching. "Without a mystery to solve, it is a lonely life -- bathing, dressing, undressing, making exciting underwear... and I so much want to meet some more hockey players." "Quit thinking with your libido," came the decidedly un-sultry voice of Olaf, the last member of the crew. "Oh, but I'm not..." "Shh!" interrupted Sven. "I finally göt picture." A middle aged man in an ugly suit was rambling on a local news channel: "...Again, VHL commissioner Jardy has just announced that the Vasteras Iron Eagles are moving to Stockholm to become the Vikings. While the final details have not been confirmed, it is highly likely that the team will be playing in the recently refurbished Köttbulle arena, a source of local legend following the strange disappearance of..." the screen flickered for a second before it cut out. "Oh, come on!" cursed Ted, smacking on the side of the TV. "I wanted to hear that." "Don't you know that story already?" asked Olaf. "Whoa guys! I didn't expect the Spanish Inquisition. Of course I know. I just wanted to watch TV." Ted assumed a far away look as he stared at the blank screen, thinking about the fate of the last hockey team who ventured into the Köttbulle arena... or his drugs were finally kicking in. At the same time as Ted began his brain-less adventure, a small group of contractors was finishing work on the second story bleachers. "You almost done up there?" the foreman called from the pit where the ice would eventually sit. "I'm not paying you overtime to be lazy!" "Yeah, yeah," whined Franz. He looked up over the guard rail, smiled, and raised a single hand to his boss who turned and walked away to shout at someone else. Franz hated his boss, and his job, and generally everything that kept him away from his trusty bottle of vodka. But vodka was expensive. Just to spite his foreman, Franz worked began to work slower and quickly decided he was due for a break. He took off his dirty gloves and mask and dipped into the hip flask he hid in the bottom of his tool box for emergencies. Just for good measure, he took another deep swig. As the alcohol began to hit, he began to think, maybe his foreman wasn't so bad. After all, it's just a job, and it pays well, and... he heard a loud clang behind him. Franz jumped, trying desperately to hide the flask. His anger welled up again, and he turned with a scowl to face his foreman, who must have come up to give a personal inspection. "Listen, it's not what you..." the words caught in his throat. All the blood raced away from Franz's face, leaving him pale and staring vacantly. Standing before him wasn't his foreman. Honestly, he couldn't be sure what it was. But he knew, beyond the shadow of a doubt, it wasn't human.... To be continued.

Boo. Here I was waiting for the safest bets. If I knew I had to shoot in the dark, I would have done that earlier. #firstseasonproblems

Pick the winner, all three correct will earn 1 TPE (N/A is an answer here) Game 5: Riga @ New York - New York Game 6: New York @ Riga - N/A Game 7: Riga @ New York - N/A Predict the score, Correctly predict the score and winner for 3 TPE Game 5: Riga @ New York - 4-1 New York Predict the leading point earner of the series for 1 TPE Brennan McQueen Predict the leading penalty minutes earner for 1 TPE Phil Villeneuve Predict the leading special teams goals earner for 1 TPE Brennan McQueen

My bets anyway! Pick the winner, all three correct will earn 1 TPE (N/A is an answer here Game 5: Riga @ New York - New York Game 6: New York @ Riga - N/A Game 7: Riga @ New York - N/A Predict the score, Correctly predict the score and winner for 3 TPE Game 5: Riga @ New York - 4-1 New York Predict the leading point earner of the series for 1 TPE Brennan McQueen Predict the leading penalty minutes earner for 1 TPE Phil Villeneuve Predict the leading special teams goals earner for 1 TPE Brennan McQueen

The VHL fantasy is asking about games 5-7, and we're only on 4. I can't make a bet in the 11th hour? Screw you, Vegas bookies. I have a college fund I'm looking to lose.

I am still keen to grade

Game 5: Bratislava @ Saskatoon - Saskatoon Game 6: Saskatoon @ Bratislava - Saskatoon Game 7: Bratislava @ Saskatoon - N/A Predict the score, Correctly predict the score and winner for 3 TPE Game 5: Bratislava @ Saskatoon - 4-2 Saskatoon Predict the leading point earner of the series for 1 TPE Jarome Iginla Predict the leading penalty minutes earner for 1 TPE Borje Samuelsson Predict the leading special teams goals earner for 1 TPE Rami Jakobssen

I can do that!

it's super super fun, and a lot more balanced than the last incarnation; that being said, there are some characters that are still way better than others. Online is good too, but it has serious lag issues. Some of the items are radically more annoying than the last one, but lets be honest... no items, omega zones are the only TRUE test of skill. Great party game though. And the other game modes, surprisingly, aren't a complete waste of time. All and all, I love it.

Thank you for validating all my fears and borderline alcoholism.

Our best wishes are heading out to Dirk Firkley, the second line RW for the Ottawa Lynx and s41 draftee. After a recent interview it was revealed that his mother was suffering from some form of ailment, which has since been revealed to be Early-onset Alzheimer's disease. His mother, who is only 49, is suffering from a rare form of Alzheimer's which affects only between 5-10% of Alzheimer's sufferers. As with other forms, there is no known cure, but Firkley and his family have opted for the very best of care, which will only improve when he signs a rookie contract. When asked about his mother's condition and the possibility of being in North America, he expressed only that he would be a consummate professional. If any supporters would like to donate, they can do so at the Firkley Foundation, a charity he is creating to help foster research for Alzheimers and to support families who are struggling with the disease. (11:59, beat the buzzer)

With the rotten end to the Lynx season and the S41 draft looming around the corner, Dirk Firkley chose a strange time to disappear from the public—and scouts’—eye(s). Almost two weeks after the last regular season game, we caught up with him to ask some important questions: Question: Dirk, you’ve been a hard man to get hold of the last couple weeks. What happened? Firkley: I flew home. My mother got very sick, and I decided to be with her. Question: I’m sorry to hear that. Is she okay? Firkley: She’s getting the best care and things look to be on the upturn. Question: I’m glad. Was this responsible for some of your falling output in the end of the season? Firkley: No, not really. I try keep personal issues out of my game—professional, you know? The output was just a problem finding shots. I play a physical game, and sometimes I overcommit. Question: Speaking of committing, what do you think of the upcoming draft? Any preferences for where you end up? Firkley: Honestly, I expect to be asked to play another year in the VHLM, so I’m looking for a team with a long-term strategy. That being said, I’m just excited to play with some of my heroes in the future. I think every team has potential. Question: Every team has potential. What about the Lynx? Firkley: Well, the VHLM is a different game. A lot of players gave it their all, and some will just take a bit longer to develop. That’s what I mean by potential. Question: In that vein, which players do you think need to develop more? Firkley: Me obviously. I can always improve my game. Question: Who else? Firkley: The team came last in the conference, so I think everyone has some room to work on their game. Question: What about Bobby Ricky and his latest arrest? Firkley: No comment. Question: There have been rumours you two have been getting close. Following in his footsteps? Firkley: If you mean becoming a leading scorer, yeah, I'm working towards it. Question: And the allegations of cocaine? Firkley: What allegations? Listen, I don't touch the stuff. Question: And Bobby? Firkley: Why don't you just ask him? I'm done talking about this. Question: Okay, new topic. The last two mock drafts have you going to Toronto. What are your thoughts on that? Firkley: Toronto has some great guys in Poole and Cote. It would be a system I'm used to playing in. Question: You mean, a shallow roster and a .500 team? Firkley: You're putting words in my mouth. Question: It's just a question. Firkley: No comment. Question: So no comment on Toronto's performance? Firkley: They're good guys. I'll go where I'm drafted. It's pretty simple. Question: Where would you like to go? Firkley: Honestly, I'd like to head home. I think this interview is going places I don't like. Question: Do you mean back to Germany? Firkley: No, I clearly meant... you know what, no comment. Question: Last question: Would you prefer to be drafted into the European conference, so it's closer to home and your ailing mother? Firkley: I told you before. I'm going to be a professional and I will play for whichever team wants me. There are great hockey players and great clubs all across this league. Of course, I won't be upset if I'm drafted back to Europe, but I also won't be upset if I stay here in North America after the draft. It's been my life dream to play hockey. I don't really care where, or for who. As long as I get to touch the puck and help my team, I'll be living my dream. Question: Thank you for your time. Firkley: Ok. Our apologies to Mr. Firkley for turning the screws in his first full length interview, but with him having such a small presence before the draft, we wanted to see how he'd react. As suspected with such a young player, his professionalism is tempered by hot emotion, which Mr. Firkley seems to keep in pretty good control. He doesn't play favourites and has a good sense of mind to support his teammates. We're not sure how his mother's health will play into the longevity of his career, but it does seem like Firkley, if he can keep up his pace, will have a healthy impact on any team as he 'lives his dream'.

"good" is the most subjective term imaginable. The skill behind some of it is insane. Look at the lyrics in question: In the single verse he makes over a half dozen allusions, calls out 4 people, has more alliteration and assonance than it's worth to count, switches the flow 4-5 times... (and flow is just a lay word for complex rhyme/meter scheme) Then he calls out Nicki and Iggy at the same time, using Nicki's flow from Lookin' Ass... You've got enough literary moves in there to make a novel, enough "rap" moves to qualify for a clinic on it, and then parody/homage at the same time. This is literally more complex than a lot of poetry from the classical Greats.

First, everyone is taking the Adrian Peterson out of context. He's not calling him out, he's using a double (or triple depending on how you read it)-entendre inside a pop culture allusion. It's the same as his Pam & Tommy reference. Or the Lorena Bobbett one. Or generally every single reference he's made since 1999. I think that's why it's a perfectly acceptable example of a rapper. The game is not simply one guy. Where do you draw the line? Hit platinum, then your lyrics matter? That's Em's entire argument: "Guess I'm a little bit of a hypocrite/When I'm ripping shit, but since when did this many/People ever give a shit but I had to say/It's just my opinion" - Eminem in Asshole from the MMLP2 I'm a feminist too - do not, in any way, think I'm condoning the sentiment behind what was said. Instead, I argue he's allowed to say it. Think of it in terms of that famous Evelyn Beatrice Hall comment: "I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it." And if the content is a problem, again... where do we draw the line? What about someone like Vincent Staples, who comes up from a crumby background and talks about drugs and violence in that it's an everyday thing? Does he have to stop when he gets big? What about T.I., who should have stopped with the drugs when he made it but didn't? Or 50, who still makes his cash off gangsta rap? What about Cashis, who is still actively in a gang? And then you cite Nas and Jay-Z as still relevant... Jay yes. Nas hasn't charted anything outside of the hip-hop top 100 since 2008, and even then he was where...? 97th on his single? There's too much inconsistency here.

That was... amazing. This simile brought a tear to my eye. This man deserves the Pulitzer.

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congrats to those who made it!

I'll risk it.

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Dirk Firkley Forward Points 49 (/10=4.9) Hits 123 (/30 =4.1) Do I get 9 TPE out of this, or can I claim only whole numbers for a total of 8?

In the porno version of this title, so did Lyn...

Lyn vs Outlaws. Sounds like a bad western or a porno. Or a western-parody porno.

MS Paint is for n00bs. True artists use turtles. I'll submit mine in Logo.