KaleebtheMighty 1,509 Posted August 10 Share Posted August 10 (edited) If anyone were to realize just how close we were to an Ash Sparks-less Malmo, it was close. After a few seasons as a backup, @DarkSpyro Ash Sparks was ready to call it quits. But a trade changed his fate, and the rest is history. While his overall career didn't lead to any championships, he finally ended his time in the league with two Victory Cups (S92 and S93) along with a Greg Clegane in S93. He now leads all of Malmo's goalies in overall wins (226), OTLs (37), 2nd in starting goalie SV% (0.926), 1st in starting goalie GAA (2.41), and SOs (30). Even if there were debates as to his effectiveness, his numbers showed he was one of (if not the) best goalies in Malmo's history. And so, as the Nighthawks progress into the future with new goalies at the helm, I am proud to announce that Ash Spark's jersey will be hung in the Malmo rafters for all time! Edited August 10 by KaleebtheMighty comrade cat, qripll, Aimee and 8 others 6 2 3 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/150685-ash-sparks-jersey-retirement/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkSpyro 943 Posted August 10 Share Posted August 10 Hands down some of the best memories I’ve made in the VHL in a long time, and I owe it to you and everyone in the Nighthawks LR who played with Sparks in Malmo since S89. There have been some bitter disappointment and frustrating moments where I felt the league was out to get me.. but truly, this means more to me than any award or cup every could. Thank you for this honour, recognition, and for the wonderful time spent this past year! It was a blessing to be your Captain for so many seasons Nighthawks. Give ‘em hell, and hope to meet up with you all again someday in the future! -️ comrade cat, tcookie, Berocka and 3 others 5 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/150685-ash-sparks-jersey-retirement/#findComment-1036147 Share on other sites More sharing options...
qripll 502 Posted August 10 Share Posted August 10 Absolutely deserved. Congratulations! DarkSpyro 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/150685-ash-sparks-jersey-retirement/#findComment-1036148 Share on other sites More sharing options...
comrade cat 283 Posted August 10 Share Posted August 10 Long live ash sparks one of the best goalies that malmo ever had DarkSpyro 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/150685-ash-sparks-jersey-retirement/#findComment-1036151 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderator Ricer13 2,796 Posted August 10 Moderator Share Posted August 10 Glad you stuck it out @DarkSpyro, Sparks had a fantastic career. DarkSpyro 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/150685-ash-sparks-jersey-retirement/#findComment-1036152 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LucyXpher 1,434 Posted August 10 Share Posted August 10 Congrats @DarkSpyro! This is awesome news and well deserved! The Ash Sparks cult will be in full celebration mode today! DarkSpyro and KaleebtheMighty 1 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/150685-ash-sparks-jersey-retirement/#findComment-1036154 Share on other sites More sharing options...
animal74 1,822 Posted August 11 Share Posted August 11 My boy! From bottom-feeder in the VHLE (with me) to having your number retired! Way to keep going and have fun doing it. A richly deserved honor! DarkSpyro 1 Link to comment https://vhlforum.com/topic/150685-ash-sparks-jersey-retirement/#findComment-1036214 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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