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1) Overall just being part of a competitive team. And having Adam Joy and Bazooka be 1 and 2 in defensemen points! Lastly and Selfishly, it’s been Bazooka actually helping the team win and contributing in a meaningful way. 2) ALTO RED! He’s been a stud all year! 3) I wouldn’t change much, its been steady all year…ultimate trust in management though! 4) Elisa McMuffin, league leader in hits and PIMS? Always appreciate that kind of toughness. 5) 3 cups in 3 seasons is a dynasty! But, winning one in the show would have to be the answer for me! 6) Danny Ross…midseason addition and team leader in hits! Brings some much needed toughness to the room!

That was a golden response bro…hahahah

Theme Week - Tough Guys Man, what a great topic for them week! I grew up on Don Cherry, watching Coaches Corner every Saturday night, eating up every bit of hockey/tough guy knowledge! For this media spot, I’m gonna write about my favorite WHL goons and some beauty’s from the VHL! First up, let’s chat about the WHL….again I grew up going to every Seattle Thunderbirds home game with my dad and back in the early 90’s it was a gong show almost every night! My top WHL tough guys are as follows: Brett Duncan - ‘92-‘93 Season - Seattle Thunderbirds - This dude was an absolute Psycho! Often paired up with the much more talented and NHL Vet Brenden Witt…Duncan went nuts almost every game that season…he was hitting everything and droppin’ the mitts none stop. He played 64 games that season, had 0 goals, 12 assists and 343 PIMS…no fear, reckless and a maniac…loved watching him play! Kevin Popp - ‘94-‘95 Season - Seattle Thunderbirds - Popp was my favorite player during his time with the T-Birds. Only player who I actually bought their jersey (and had him sign it!). He wasn’t the toughest, but he would go with whoever. And he would line guys up nightly and lay the absolute hammer on guys with open ice hits. With 257 PIMS he was active, but he was also a decent stay at home defensemen who didn’t hurt the club. He was a “The Man” in my eyes as a 10 year old. LOL Paul Ferone - ‘95-‘96 Season - Seattle Thunderbirds - While he didn’t have crazy PIM stats (241), he absolutely had the fastest hands I’ve ever seen from a hockey fighter…When he dropped the mits, he was ready to throw ‘em and throw ‘em he did…#7 was a stud, would go with anyone and most of the time, beat ‘em down. Kerry Toporowski - ‘90-‘91 Season - Spokane Chiefs - I barely remember “Topo”…when I first started going to games as a youngster…but what I do remembered is him being a total goon…he had 505 PIMS in 65 games…that’s wild and almost unbelievable…but he also contributed from the backend with 11 goals and 16 assists. Spokane won the ‘ship that year and had absolute studs Ray Whitney and Pat Falloon just lighting it up with 185 and 138 points on the season respectively. Man! Memory Lane…Now on to the VHL! I got two of my favs: John Jameson - Prague Phantoms - Season 90 - Jamo had 244 hits and 311 PIMS in 72 games! What’s better is he had 101 points that season too! Just a goon who also filled up the stat sheet! A plus 29 w/10 GWG, clutch as they come. Hated playing against him that season…but in season 93 (his final season) I got to play alongside Jamo and loved every second of it! Rip Wheeler - Calgary Wranglers - Season 90 - Rip was a wrecking ball that season…Most hated (especially from the Vancouver locker room - Thunder and Scurvy are all time haters!)…but the stats speak for themselves.. 325 hits, Rip hit everything that moved that season. At -22, Rip was definitely a liability out there, but he made up for it with open ice bangers and shots of whiskey after the game. And with only 129 PIMS, Ripper was relatively disciplined, while still laying the wood on the opposition.

1) Nah, “you play…to win…the game…” I want to win every game, every time…lets take the top spot…then bring on all challengers!! 2) I’ve always been told that if your buddy’s dont talk shit or make fun of you….they ain’t your buddies…I’m all for a good prank or ribbing. I always fall for April fools sports stories….:BREAKING!!” Always gets me! Haha 3) Love it, missing piece for the stretch run! 4) Any of the boys on the backend are studs, happy to be paired up with any of them and be ready to cause chaos! 5) Whiskey and a fire put….no better way to wind down! 6) Metallica and AC/DC….always reminded me of growing up going to every Seattle Thunderbirds game as a kid,,,,best times of my life!!

Bazooka Joe - Mid-Season Update: Alright, let’s knock the rust off a bit here boys…been awhile since ol’ Scotty P laced up the keyboard and threw down some thoughts on a point task. Yes, Scurvy calls me a welfare king…but I can’t really argue with facts. Anyways, a quick update on my latest player, Bazooka Joe! Bazooka is actually killing it this season (98) with the Philadelphia Reapers! Finally finding his grooves he’s been a big contributor on the backend for the boys in Philly! We’ve got some absolute DOGS on the squad who are just tearing it up this season (future media spot about all the boys coming soon “Scotty P Shoutouts!”..But this is just a quick update on Big Bazooka…So this season, Joe has 15 Ginos and 29 assists through 38 games. Little light on the hits, but as long as the team is winning, I’m good with it. It feels good to be a part of such an awesome group and I’m looking forward to seeing how the rest of the season shakes out! We’ve put the rest of the league on notice…It’s #REAP EM Season Babyyyyyy! Let’s gooo!!

1) Nah, We’re playing together as a team and putting in the work to be great! Sky is the limit this season! 2) Putting the puck in the net, Everyone getting in on the action and capitalizing on the continued momentum from game to game. 3) I think we stick with what has gotten us to this point, boys are gellin’….lets keep it rolling! 4) Steakhouse and whiskey bar! Medium rare ribeye w/some grilled shrimp and all the sides…and some Blanton’s or Michters American…neat! 5) Yeah, when I believe in superstitions…kinda corny, but it’s treated me well so far in my life. 6) I’m always down to make the team better…And if we are one piece away from a cup…I’d say “send it!”.

1) Hell yeah! The boys are goin! Love it! 2) Team effort for sure, top to bottom, the rooms goin full speed ahead! 3) Anyone can get it! Taking no prisoners this season eh?!? 4) Trust the process and GM, but we’ve been rolling…so I think let it ride for a bit! 5) Bazooka the last couple sims has been lighting it up! I’d say I’m not surprised…but I’m surprised! Hahah 6) Bazookas a TTripleG…team guy, glue guy….so he’s hosting a big party for the boys…no expense spared!!

1) 6-3-1 gonna come out on a heater! 2) solid contribution from blue line and a plus rating in +- category. 3) progress, not perfection. Get better each week and go from there. 4) 28, growing up Domi was my fav…wore it when I played…no bazooka is carrying on the legacy! 5) Bazooka Joe! Hahah…anything is possible! Just need to earn more and I think he can be a contributor at the next level! 6) NHL deadline is always wild…the whole Milo Raantanan fiasco was wild…stars and avs looking good coming out of the west! Panthers looking strong in the East.

1) just excited to be a part of the club! No lunch, but I’ll take a Buffalo trace tho! 2) all trust in the management of the club. Full speed ahead? 3) let’s start something epic! I’ll be up next season! Let’s gooo!! 4) Lots of real life stuff…now back to the grind! 5) Bazooka is ready to make a splash next season for sure! 6) Both are important! Gotta work on skills…but iron sharpens iron in practice!!!

1) Both, excited for my new VHL team tho! Malmo! Let’s goooo!!! 2) Nah, work got in the way. 3) Should be, solid duo for sure! 4) Shoulda grabbed bazooka last season! 5) I’m normal, so right handed. 6) Yup! Miami’s got a good culture and room to be a part of.

1) Nah, just focused on off season training…lots of whiskey and bazooka clappers. 2) Yes, need events like that to get new fans into the game. 3) Absolutely, do away with instigator penalty and let the boys get after it! 4) Yes, especially if when Bazooka gets to the show he can scrap with anyone in the vicinity of Sharky or Scurvy! 5) Yes, should give the boys some juice! 6) Huh?!?….Whatever nerd!…You, not your daughter. lol

1) probably could have done better, but I think some growing pains were expected. Looking forward to getting better for next season. 2) Bazooka did about what I expected…helped the club more than he hurt the club…so that’s a win! 3) Yeah, I think having a captain on a team promotes leadership and accountability. 4) being more active on discord! 5) I would say best player available, we need someone who can come in and make an immediate positive impact. 6) More offense I think would be the most important add this off season.

1) Not really. Just for degenerate gambling purposes! 2) Miami LR is legit! Love the vibe! 3) Yes, Always a good matchup against Halifax…and Scurvy always gets into trouble up in Nova Scotia…had to bail the AGM out a few times! 4) I’d trade for Bazooka Joe…total stud. Just needs some seasoning and guidance. 5) Miami is an all around solid team, anyone could step up and fill that role during playoffs. 6) Dogs all day…cats are assholes. lol

1) Yup! Turned it on at the right time. 2) Ninefingers…heart and soul of the room. 3) Rip! lol…switched positions let his teammates make it happen up front. 4) Logan 9s….just a stud all around. 5) Bollos….always energetically running his mouth! 6) Nah, the ship is all that matters. 7) I think curses can be real…hockey gods are real…always respect them.

1) I’m a sucker for a good deal…seems like that shit starts earlier each year…I remember one time I got up early and it was a shitshow… 2) Mostly online…too easy to spend all the money. 3) Electric roaster for turkey is a cheat code. 4) Nah, it’s like a week long…silly at this point. 5) nah 6) I’m sucked. Solid 1 point! lol 7) no idea! Haha