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London United off to a Slow Start What's going on? The London United have started off the season with a 2-3-1 and a -6 GD, not ideal for the team that just won the championship. They've been struggling keep the puck out of their own net, as 22 GA is the leagues 3rd highest GA at this moment, with the other two teams having more games played than London. This could be attributed to the fact that London only has 3 defenseman on the roster and they could for sure use another body instead of a bot in their lineup. Regardless though, there are a couple good players on the team having a good start to their season. Igor Molotov already has 9 points in 6 games played and is looking to be the star centerman that this team really needs this season. On top of that, Siyan Yasilievich leads the defenseman on the team with 8 points in 6 games played, as at the moment it's a two-man show, but I expect this to change. It's very early on and London should be able to find a way to fix their problems, and I have full faith in Jacob that he can turn the ship around. Something to note is that Siyan Yasilievich is on his contract year, so he'll be playing his best hockey so he can secure a contract as he's an aging veteran that might not have many offers in the off-season. We'll see how this season pans out for the London United and Siyan Yasilievich, hopefully they can go back to back and bring home another cup!

Game 49 Review: Chicago Phoenix vs. Toronto Legion Although early in the season, this is a big matchup for both teams who will be looking to take points and most likely battle it out for a wildcard spot. The Phoenix in the first period took the lead with a goal by Scotty Sundin, his fourth of the season. That would be all for the first period as the Phoenix would take a 1-0 lead, however, they would soon strike in the second period to make it 2-0! PJ Daniels would net his third of the season and the Legion looked like it was all over for them, however, Mac Atlas would cut the lead to make it 2-1 heading into the third period. In the third period, Jimi Jaks with 10 minutes left would tie up the game and we would be heading to overtime! The shots were very one sided however, as the Phoenix at this point would have a 47-22 shot advantage! It only took 33 seconds in overtime as Wattson Power would find his first of the season and give the Phoenix a 3-2OTW in this matchup. My MVP for the Chicago Phoenix would be Wattson Power for scoring the OTW. My MVP for the Toronto Legion would be Joel Castle who went 46/49 to help the Legion secure a point!

D- Siyan Yasilievich @Tdan04

Wow, I got an "A" this season. Appreciate it all!

Welcome back!

Press Conference Week ending 06/18/2023 (Answer Questions for 2 Capped TPE) 1) Are you looking forward to the NHL draft? What player do you think is going to land on your team? 2) We're inching closer and closer to season start! What team besides ours do you think will be a threat this season? 3) Besides Connor Bedard, who do you think will be the best prospect in the NHL draft once their careers are played out? 4) What's your favorite type of drink? It could be alcoholic or non-alcoholic! 5) What is one team you're looking forward to playing this season in the VHLM and why? 6) Do pineapples belong on pizza, yes or no and why?

Press Conference Week ending 06/12/2023 (Answer Questions for 2 Capped TPE) 1) Where do you think Saskatoon is going to finish in the standings this season? 2) What are some personal goals you want to set for your player this upcoming season? 3) What is your favorite NHL team and why? 4) Is there anyone on the team you're looking forward to playing with? 5) Who would you consider our rival this season and why? 6) What are some of your favorite hobbies outside of the VHL?

Maybe this year I won't suck..

Glad it's removed, I understand kind of the idea to give teams who missed the playoffs something to keep them entertained in the off-season, (I believe that's what it was used for), but I don't know many people who honestly cared.

Good read as usual!

I'll apply!

The Offseason ft. Siyan Yasilievich An unlikely story while relaxing Siyan Yasilievich is coming off of a continental cup, making the miracle run from the wildcard play-ins round all the way to winning it all. He took down many familiar opponents on his path, but one thing is for certain, he had a fantastic team to do it with. Siyan put up 26 points in 23 games played with a +7 in the playoffs, his best performance of his entire career. Now though, Siyan is taking his time off in London, enjoying the nice cool water and relaxing on the beach. When he had his day with the cup, he ended up traveling home, bringing it to his family and friends, taking multiple pictures with them and the cup. He said it was a "once in a lifetime" experience and that he will never be able to do something like that ever again. Regardless though, Siyan was on the beaches of London and enjoying the nice cool breeze, when he was approached by a young child who walked up to him holding a jersey. The kid was no older than five years old and Siyan was confused at first as the kid seemed very shy and nervous. The kid asked Siyan, "I'm a big fan of you and I saw you lying down on your chair.. can you please sign my jersey", as he held out a London United jersey with Yasilievich's name and number. Siyan was extremely shocked and slightly emotional as this was the first time someone walked up to him in public for an autograph in London. In Davos, people knew who Siyan was and he would sign autographs or take pictures all the time, but in London, he wasn't as well known since he was a newcomer to the team. Of course, Siyan signed the jersey for the child and also took a picture with the family who eventually caught up to the child who was running as fast as he could to see Siyan. Siyan then asked the young couple what the kids name was, to which they said, "Alex, he's a little troublemaker, but he's a huge hockey fan and he hopes one day that he can play just like you!" Alex also added that he hoped that he could be "just as good as Siyan, maybe even better", one day. Siyan had tears forming in his eyes before he wiped them away and he told Alex that if he kept at it, he too could one day become a superstar! The young couple then thanked Siyan and they walked away holding Alex's hand who was wearing the autographed jersey on his back as they walked off into the distance, until they couldn't be seen anymore. Siyan then sat back down on his chair with the ocean splashing up against his feet. He then inhaled, looked into the distance at the sunset, smiled, and exhaled. He knew this was the pinnacle of his career and nothing could beat this moment. Some very important lore for the future

1) Yes I have! I played hockey from grade school all the way to high school. I also still play for fun during the summer when I'm not at college. 2) There are 40 poles in a furlong (I had to look this up as I have no clue what this is). 3) My favorite non-NHL hockey player would probably have to be Messi or Ronaldo. Questions: 1) If you could become the GM for any NHL team, which team would you choose and why? 2) Who do you think is going to win the cup this year (VHL)? 3) Pineapples on Pizza, yes or no?

Lets do this!

1. I would probably love to return to Davos with my player, but I don't really think they'd want me back haha. 2. for VHL, I'm going to go with London back to back. VHLE, I'm going to yolo and say Geneva Rush. VHLM, I'm goin' with Saskatoon Wild. 3. I personally prefer Mayo, but I don't mind Mustard. Questions: 1. Who's going to win the cup, the Panthers or the Golden Knights? 2. What is one thing you're looking forward to this off-season? 3. If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go and why?

THE MFING NYKONAX @Nykonax

No way

Trifecta it's inevitable. LOL

The London United and Siyan Yasilievich pulling off the impossible? Game 7 The London United coming into this season didn't have the highest expectations, but one thing was for sure and that was to at least get to the playoffs. London has never won a playoff series heading into the season and the goal ultimately was to break this and with Yasilievich being traded to London, with many other moves, it seemed like it could be a possibility. London ended up making the playoffs, taking down Riga and breaking the curse, but there was much more. London would then take down the favorites in the European Conference in the Prague Phantoms and found themselves in the conference finals against HC Davos Dynamo. Siyan knew this team too well, in which he was just dealt from Davos to London and it was going to be a battle for the ages, where only one could become the victor. The series was back and forth with eventually London staring down the jaws of defeat, where they found themselves at a 3-2 deficit. The theme for London this entire playoffs was just "X more wins is all we need." At this point, they only needed 6 more wins to become the cup champions, but they'd have to go back to back against a very strong Davos team. London would end up taking Game 6 and forcing a Game 7, where Siyan would have to return to Davos and he knew that his entire career had built up to this point. He was facing down against his old team, his old general manager, his old friends, his old fans, and the team that made him who he is today. The game started with Davos netting one five minutes in and it wasn't looking good for Yasilievich and the London faithful. However, just seven minutes later, Siyan would take things into his own hands and send a pass right over to Molly the Cat with an easy goal, tying up the game at 1. Siyan was hearing it from the fans, as the boos reigned down and he knew that he was going to have to play the role of the villain in this one. The period would end and the score would be 1-1, where at this point anyone could take the game. The second period would start and a back and forth game was commencing, however Siyan would send a pass to Molotov who would tap it to Molly the Cat, who again would tap it in and London would now have the lead! Siyan now had two points in two goals for London and it seemed like this could become a real possibility that London could take the win. Just a couple minutes later, Hunor Solyom would find his first goal of the playoffs on the powerplay and London would now take a 3-1 lead heading into the third period, but as everyone knows, no 3-1 leads are safe. There was now just one more period, 20 more minutes until London could do the impossible and make it to the next round, the finals! Heading into the third just six seconds in, Florida Man would net one for Davos and the score would then become 3-2 and it seemed that the momentum had completely shifted. Not only was Davos starting to step it up, it seemed London was running out of gas and the fans were back in it as well. However, London had a trump card in this series and all of the playoffs, that being Jesse Teno. Teno was able to keep the game under control after facing chance after chance and Davos with two minutes left in the third pulled the goalie. This was it. This was going to be the pinnacle of the series, the pinnacle of Siyan's career and he stepped on the ice for the final remaining two minutes. Davos would get chances, but it just wasn't enough as they couldn't get one past Teno and with a minute twenty five left, Leonard Triller would receive a pass from Molly the Cat and Siyan Yasilievich and score the empty netter. That would end up being the dagger. The Davos faithful and fans sat in shock and awe as they had seen their team dominate, but just couldn't end up pulling through when they needed it most. The coach decided to keep Siyan on the ice to let him enjoy this moment, to which Molly the Cat and Igor Molotov decided, not only are we going to end Davos' season, we're going to make it sting. Yasilievich found himself wide open as Molotov would pass it to Molly and it would eventually find Yasilievich's stick. It was like the pass from Molly was in slow motion as the fans watched Yasilievich sit wide open and wind up for a one timer. It was a horror for the 19,000+ fans in attendance and Yasilievich found the puck on his stick and blasted it past Lachlan Summers! It was dead silent in the stadium and you could hear a pin drop as Yasilievich screamed at the top of his lungs and did the Kirby Dach "I can't hear you" celebration to the Davos fans. Not only was Davos' season ended in Game 7, but they were burned by the player who was the captain for their team, who brought them to many playoff appearances and many wins. It was betrayal for Davos and at this moment they knew they'd never accept Yasilievich as their own ever again. London now has found themselves heading to the finals and Yasilievich and friends will face off against a familiar face in Xavier Booberry who also was a part of Davos for some time. Post-Game Yasilievich had dropped 4 points in Game 7, 1 goal and 3 assists with a +2 and 9 shots overall. He was asked about his thoughts on Davos and if he had any words to say to them, to which he said, "I have nothing but respect for the players and general manager of Davos. They've got an amazing team and I think they could win a couple in a season or two. I know the fans of Davos will never want me back and that's something I'll just have to accept. I have made some great friendships on Davos, but this time I'm able to come out on top. I'll always be able to brag that I took them down after leaving, however, I'm most likely just poking at a bear. If we end up meeting again in the future, I expect the series to go much differently." Yasilievich now will be taking on the Seattle Bears in the finals, which should be a crazy matchup for both of the teams. It's going to be another reunion of ex-Davos players and we'll have to see who comes out on top!

1. I think it was bit of an unfair matchup. I also feel bad because we’ve now beat down Vegas twice in two seasons. 2. I feel like the Marlins are a really good team and we’ll have to bring our A-game. 3. Yes, it’ll be interesting to see who we play! 4. Yeah, this GM sucks. 5. Well, Yasilievich is going off right now with 13 points! 6. Florida and Dallas. It will be a banger.

Siyan Yasilievich the Passing King of the Playoffs? We caught up with Siyan Yasilievich after their victory over the Prague Phantoms, taking down the first seed and sending them to the EU conference finals. We asked him a couple of questions on his run in the playoffs which are below! Interviewer: Siyan, you've found a way to help London win their first ever playoff series and send them to the first ever conference finals in franchise history. How do you feel? "Coming here, I wanted to make sure that I had my impact felt in London. I'm super happy with the group with have and being able to finally break the curse is huge for this organization. I feel like at the moment, I'm at my peak and I'm playing exceptional hockey in the playoffs." Interviewer: Speaking about the playoffs, you currently have 13 assists in the playoffs and are a +10. How are you able to contribute offensively to your team? "Yeah, I feel like I'm just helping to set up plays and making sure to utilize every single player on the ice. My best trait is being able to find someone and put them in a place to succeed so they can have easy tap-ins. I've also started to utilize my teammates better and to leverage their strengths to make my game better as well." Interviewer: Are you bothered by the 0 goals in the playoffs, despite you shooting the puck? "I mean, we're winning. It doesn't matter to me. I'm just happy that we're winning and moving on in the playoffs!" Interviewer: On another note, your goaltender Jesse Teno is 7-1-1 with a .955 sv% and 1.51 GAA, anything you'd like to say about that? "Teno has been the best goalie in the playoffs and I don't want to hear anyone else say anyone is close. They're an amazing goalie and have been lights out for us. I thought they were already playing fairly well during the regular season, but in the playoffs they've turned on another gear and have become absolutely insane. Any cup contender needs a hot goalie in the playoffs and we've found ours." Interviewer: I've heard a rumor that you actually have told rookie Leonard Triller to "get open" and you'll find him on the ice. Is this true? "Yep. I remember telling them in the locker room just to get themselves open and the puck will find them. They ended up netting a hat trick shortly after and for a rookie, they've already got a wicked shot. I can't wait to see what they can bring later on in their career!" Interviewer: Is there anything else you'd like to say, especially to Davos who potentially could play you in the conference finals? "Haha. I'm sure it'll be a good series if we play Davos in the conference finals, but I've got a score to settle and I'm looking to prove that I'm the best passer in the league this season. I want to lift the trophy at the end of the season and I don't care how it happens." Interviewer: Thanks Siyan and good luck with the rest of the playoffs! "Thanks for the interview."

1) Worse, I hoped to do much better, but I'm picking it up in the playoffs. 2) Yes, I maxed earned every week. 3) Probably beating Davos. 4) Being not as active as I wanted to be. 5) I would have to say Triller, as I was pretty inactive this season in the LR. 6) This one is a little difficult. I think Triller and Aimkin did a great job.

1. Hey there Kyle Peace, I just want to say enjoy the wildcard! At least you get to make it to the post-season though. 2. I wish my player could be better, but I'm on a new team so it's not the end of the world. If I can be point-per-game at end of season I'm happy. 3. I'm going to say 22 wins. 4. My pick for Team MVP has to go to @Moon for tanking another season. 5. If @Moon give more TOI then I think so. 6. The biggest surprise player has to be Leon Draisatl. I think he's an absolute beast in the playoffs right now.

London will take you out!