Prague Phantoms Press Conference

[Tetricide 737]

 Prague Phantoms Press Conference

Week ending 16 February 2025

 

1.) Well, we tried! We didn't go down without a fight in the Wild Card series against Riga, but unfortunately didn't take any W's home. We got a little taste of playoffs! How was the experience for your player?

 

2.) Phantoms GM Kinnard has been spotted in a few other organizations offices... Could this mean we will see some improvement coming to the roster?

 

3.) Goalie Amir Redzic is coming up on his final season. Prior to Ondrej Vencko taking over as starting goalie, what was your favorite thing about Redzic on the ice?

 

4.) Now that the off-season for us has started, where has your player been spotted? The bars...casinos...the beach...the golf course?

 

5.) What is one of your favorite pastries?

 

6.) Do you carry cash in your wallet or plastic only?

 

[Mutti 218]

23 hours ago, Tetricide said:

 Prague Phantoms Press Conference

Week ending 16 February 2025

 

1.) Well, we tried! We didn't go down without a fight in the Wild Card series against Riga, but unfortunately didn't take any W's home. We got a little taste of playoffs! How was the experience for your player?

- Well, we got further than anyone even suspected. I think we put up at least a proper show on the ice. But now, we need to solidify as a legitimate rising threat for the playoffs!!

We smelled blood. And my player adored it!

2.) Phantoms GM Kinnard has been spotted in a few other organizations offices... Could this mean we will see some improvement coming to the roster?

-Ho. Ly. Shit.

I can't believe it is happening. Was it really him? Damn. We're gonna be so back.

3.) Goalie Amir Redzic is coming up on his final season. Prior to Ondrej Vencko taking over as starting goalie, what was your favorite thing about Redzic on the ice?

- His Bosnian temper. I adore how he lets his emotions flow. When Amir reaches boiling point, it is truly an eruption of anger. However, when he has a very solid evening, his euphoric aura could feed families. He is a passionate guy.

4.) Now that the off-season for us has started, where has your player been spotted? The bars...casinos...the beach...the golf course?

- Nah, he hates golf. I am not sure, really. He hasn't been answering my calls, lately. He is probably just drinking around, though.

5.) What is one of your favorite pastries?

- For its versatility, I'd say buns. It's universal, we have many kinds of 'em, I like those.

6.) Do you carry cash in your wallet or plastic only?

- Plastic only? Didn't know you call it that. But no, I don't USUALLY carry cash around. I try to use my card as much as possible. And by not having cash, I can also send beggars in the street to fuck off without any bad feeling about lying. Hah!

 

[Pifferfish 763]

 Prague Phantoms PC! Feb 23rd 

 

1. Howdy Phantoms, I'm your new AGM, Petr Pekař! How do you feel about my own addition to the Front Office?

 

2. Multiple trades find the team with a new look next season, how do you feel about the additions of Lucy Leitner @LucyXpher and Matteo Stefano @mmrs617?

 

3. With these additions there was some subtraction. We lost our prospect Dog Jagr @koty_k. Anything you want to say about what this means to you to have a solid young player on their way out, even if it means improving?

 

4. Congratulations to those moving up to the VHL this season! That list includes Brigitta Sandstrom @Acydburn and Luc Moreau @minman. If you are someone moving up, any thoughts on your upcoming rookie season? If you are returning, what kind of impact are you expecting from the youngsters in S98?

 

5. Many other teams made moves so far, any comments on what our EU Conference competitors have done so far in Davos, Malmo, and Helsinki?

 

6. Are you involved in any of the upcoming offseason tournaments either as a player or GM, if so which one and in what roles?

 

 

[minman 106]

On 2/19/2025 at 12:28 AM, Pifferfish said:

 Prague Phantoms PC! Feb 23rd 

 

1. Howdy Phantoms, I'm your new AGM, Petr Pekař! How do you feel about my own addition to the Front Office?

 

2. Multiple trades find the team with a new look next season, how do you feel about the additions of Lucy Leitner @LucyXpher and Matteo Stefano @mmrs617?

 

3. With these additions there was some subtraction. We lost our prospect Dog Jagr @koty_k. Anything you want to say about what this means to you to have a solid young player on their way out, even if it means improving?

 

4. Congratulations to those moving up to the VHL this season! That list includes Brigitta Sandstrom @Acydburn and Luc Moreau @minman. If you are someone moving up, any thoughts on your upcoming rookie season? If you are returning, what kind of impact are you expecting from the youngsters in S98?

 

5. Many other teams made moves so far, any comments on what our EU Conference competitors have done so far in Davos, Malmo, and Helsinki?

 

6. Are you involved in any of the upcoming offseason tournaments either as a player or GM, if so which one and in what roles?

 

 

1. Excited to have an active AGM in place as we rebuild. Tet and you got it.
2. Exciting times. I'm still a First Gen about to play my first VHL season, so I'm looking forward to the uptrend for this team. We gave a lot but got great players back.
3. Dog Jagr was on my VHLM team - a bummer to lose him. We had a great run that Simon cut short this season.
4. I'm excited to be contributing at the "Show". Brigitta was strong as well. I'm just here to keep grinding away to get better.
5. Haven't seen much over there - I assume I'll start paying attention more now that I'm here
6. I'm helping Lucy out as AGM for the Foxes. Will be interesting be in two LRs!

[Mutti 218]

On 2/19/2025 at 9:28 AM, Pifferfish said:

 Prague Phantoms PC! Feb 23rd 

 

1. Howdy Phantoms, I'm your new AGM, Petr Pekař! How do you feel about my own addition to the Front Office?

- Ahoj, Petře! I am very grateful to have a fellow Czech boi in the organisation!

I feel that now, things are going to be very interesting.

Hodně zdaru, vole! (I'll leave translation to your own detective abilities, hah!)

2. Multiple trades find the team with a new look next season, how do you feel about the additions of Lucy Leitner @LucyXpher and Matteo Stefano @mmrs617?

- I am super glad we acquired Matteo, he is a strong piece to go alongside the rest of our roster. @mmrs617, welcome to the team!

However..

I am SO SUPER GLAD OH MY GOD MY HEART IS RACING that we got LUCY. GODDAMN. LEITNER! @LucyXpher Welcome, welcome to the team!!

Oh my, teammates for the third time.. What a good feeling!

Now let's wreck havoc like in Houston and Västerås days!

3. With these additions there was some subtraction. We lost our prospect Dog Jagr @koty_k. Anything you want to say about what this means to you to have a solid young player on their way out, even if it means improving?

- It is saddening a bit but.. It is a win for both parties involved in the trade. But I think that we have drastically improved while not sacrificing too much.

4. Congratulations to those moving up to the VHL this season! That list includes Brigitta Sandstrom @Acydburn and Luc Moreau @minman. If you are someone moving up, any thoughts on your upcoming rookie season? If you are returning, what kind of impact are you expecting from the youngsters in S98?

- The young guns are very active!

I am super excited, as they will surely bring speed and more energy to the team.

S98 will be super fun!

5. Many other teams made moves so far, any comments on what our EU Conference competitors have done so far in Davos, Malmo, and Helsinki?

- Not really. I feel like at least moves by Malmo have been discussed a lot, lately... Yeah.

6. Are you involved in any of the upcoming offseason tournaments either as a player or GM, if so which one and in what roles?

- The ProAm!

I have participated in it several times already and it is always super fun!

I am only a player, however. I don't think I could handle being a GM or an AGM, hah.

 

 

[mmrs617 435]

1. Howdy Phantoms, I'm your new AGM, Petr Pekař! How do you feel about my own addition to the Front Office?

I'm very happy about it. As the first person to welcome me into the VHL, it's nice to have a familiar face on a new team.

 

2. Multiple trades find the team with a new look next season, how do you feel about the additions of Lucy Leitner @LucyXpher and Matteo Stefano @mmrs617?

I'm happy to be here. I'm excited to see what I can do. As for Lucy, she is always a good addition to any team.

 

3. With these additions there was some subtraction. We lost our prospect Dog Jagr @koty_k. Anything you want to say about what this means to you to have a solid young player on their way out, even if it means improving?

It's hard to lose prospects, but there are still lots of time to rebuild that pool.

 

4. Congratulations to those moving up to the VHL this season! That list includes Brigitta Sandstrom @Acydburn and Luc Moreau @minman. If you are someone moving up, any thoughts on your upcoming rookie season? If you are returning, what kind of impact are you expecting from the youngsters in S98?

I think they're set to have a pretty impactful first season. This is a great place for minman to build their player as there are lots of veteran VHLers. It's always a boost to have a member like Acyd on the team. They bring a lot of experience.

 

5. Many other teams made moves so far, any comments on what our EU Conference competitors have done so far in Davos, Malmo, and Helsinki?

I think things have been shaken up a bit. I feel we are set for a big improvement on last season's record and will be a challenge for those top teams.

 

6. Are you involved in any of the upcoming offseason tournaments either as a player or GM, if so which one and in what roles?

I'm not this season. I've taken a bit of a step back to focus on IRL things, but still earning to be ready for the season.

[Pifferfish 763]

Prague Phantoms PC! March 2nd

 

1. Draft is fast approaching and we are picking 7th, anyone you'd particularly be interested in us drafting?

 

2. Have you been paying attention to the forum content and drama around the trades of some of the other teams?

 

3. How close to the start of the season will your player get back in gym and start training?

 

4. Does your player have a home outside of Prague for the offseason, or do they slum it in Czechia year round? If they have accomodations elsewhere during the offseason, where?

 

5. What is your player's go to cheat day meal?

 

6. Where do you think you'll be at in TPE by the end of S98?

 

[Tetricide 737]

1. Draft is fast approaching and we are picking 7th, anyone you'd particularly be interested in us drafting?

We need more players who like to score! ...But we also need players who don't like the other team scoring! Tough to choose between a good defenseman or a good forward... There are some great players at the top of the draft class and it's not easy to really pick a name that stands out more than the others. I'm sure our GM will make the right choice either way!

 

2. Have you been paying attention to the forum content and drama around the trades of some of the other teams?

Not really. It's drama and I don't really care to give it any attention... People will have their opinions and a lot of them love to let everyone know despite no one asking!

 

3. How close to the start of the season will your player get back in gym and start training?

Ah...I'm already in the gym every day. Can't have a lapse in my workout routine! This body needs to be able to give and take all the hits on the ice every shift. Training...that's whenever training camps start. I've been enjoying tending to my farm at home in Nuuk.

 

4. Does your player have a home outside of Prague for the offseason, or do they slum it in Czechia year round? If they have accomodations elsewhere during the offseason, where?

Yes! I love my hometown of Nuuk, but I also have a cozy home here in the beautiful city of Prague... I remember when I first arrived here and being awestruck by the lovely architecture! Sprawling with life around every corner with a few little surprises . Word of advice: don't bother with tour guides -- they only show you the surface! Find yourself a local friend to explore the wonderful oyster that is Prague.

 

5. What is your player's go to cheat day meal?

Fried chicken! Give me a drumstick on any cheat day... Ah, but I shouldn't. A grilled chicken cooked correctly with the right complements will do just as good!

 

6. Where do you think you'll be at in TPE by the end of S98?

I don't know what that is! Is this a Prague thing? Did my teammates forget to tell me about what a "TPE" is? *someone leans in to tell Thorvy* Points? Hopefully, better than last year! 100 points! *they lean in to try to explain again* I have over 1000 points? I don't know what you're saying here...it's confusing. 2000 points then by the end of S98! WOO!

[LucyXpher 1,926]

On 2/26/2025 at 9:50 PM, Pifferfish said:

Prague Phantoms PC! March 2nd

 

1. Draft is fast approaching and we are picking 7th, anyone you'd particularly be interested in us drafting?

 

2. Have you been paying attention to the forum content and drama around the trades of some of the other teams?

 

3. How close to the start of the season will your player get back in gym and start training?

 

4. Does your player have a home outside of Prague for the offseason, or do they slum it in Czechia year round? If they have accomodations elsewhere during the offseason, where?

 

5. What is your player's go to cheat day meal?

 

6. Where do you think you'll be at in TPE by the end of S98?

 

1. At 7th there are so many options, basically first pick of the rest after the top 5-6.  First Gens FTW
2. Yes... um, yes...

3. Basically never left the gym.  What else is there to be doing in the offseason... *yawn*

4. I "slum" it in Czechia all year round with @Mutti, and that almost feels rude to say because he has a great place and Czechia is beautiful so what a rude question...

5. Hawaiian Pizza with fresh Jalapenos, don't @ me

6. Oh good question, let me check my sheet... 1441, best estimate

[Pifferfish 763]

16 minutes ago, LucyXpher said:

5. Hawaiian Pizza with fresh Jalapenos, don't @ me

 

@LucyXpher

[Tetricide 737]

13 minutes ago, Pifferfish said:

@LucyXpher

This is actually a very common thing down here in Houston! Maybe even Texas in general TBH.

 

Source: I worked at Pizza Hut for 6 years.

[Mutti 218]

On 2/27/2025 at 4:50 AM, Pifferfish said:

 

Prague Phantoms PC! March 2nd

 

1. Draft is fast approaching and we are picking 7th, anyone you'd particularly be interested in us drafting?

 

- Please, PLEASE get someone who will improve our scoring. I don't want to sound bitchy or anything. I just feel like on that end, we can't make the last step. After we improve this, I am sure we are heading for the cup. Slowly but surely.

 

2. Have you been paying attention to the forum content and drama around the trades of some of the other teams?

 

- I tried to but.. Couldn't really handle it.

After all, I don't know what's going through these people's heads. My only concern was for them not to shit on @LucyXpher's work, which I believe has been incredible.

 

3. How close to the start of the season will your player get back in gym and start training?

 

- You know him. 

It will take several weeks of heavy drinking, followed by last two weeks of pre-season packed with exercise.

I known it sounds unprofessional but hey..

He's Czech. Czechs do it this way.

I don't make the rules.

 

4. Does your player have a home outside of Prague for the offseason, or do they slum it in Czechia year round? If they have accomodations elsewhere during the offseason, where?

 

- First of all.. 'Slum it'? We may not be the richest country but come on, we're certainly a pretty one. 

And second of all, yes, Ondřej does live in Prague but occasionally, he goes on a trip or a longer stay to the countryside or a different city, town.. There's a lot to do or to see in our little country. 

Just go ahead and ask @LucyXpher, I am sure she is having a good time!

That is, if she's not tired from Ondřej's shenanigans already, hah!

 

5. What is your player's go to cheat day meal?

 

- Kebab or McDonald's. If it's the former, he usually goes for the döner variant. If it's the latter, it's a burger and the strawberry milkshake. Always the milkshake.

 

6. Where do you think you'll be at in TPE by the end of S98?

 

- Fuuuh, hell if I know. The more, the better. I will try to push certain abilities so.. I will need the sweet sweet TPE. 

[mmrs617 435]

1. Draft is fast approaching and we are picking 7th, anyone you'd particularly be interested in us drafting?

I totally missed the draft. I am really happy with who we picked up though.

 

2. Have you been paying attention to the forum content and drama around the trades of some of the other teams?

A bit. I feel like it is really hard to gauge how draft picks are going to turn out, just like in real life. I think that as long as GMs are trying to make their team competitive, they are doing a good job.

 

3. How close to the start of the season will your player get back in gym and start training?

Maybe just a bit before training camp. TPE wise, I'm waiting to hit a goal amount and get a big boost to my stats.

 

4. Does your player have a home outside of Prague for the offseason, or do they slum it in Czechia year round? If they have accomodations elsewhere during the offseason, where?

Stefano would usually spend a lot of time back home in Ottawa, but since this is his first season in Prague, he is getting to know the city better by sticking around.

 

5. What is your player's go to cheat day meal?

At least 4 different types of pastas. Loaded up with so much cheese and meat and spice.

 

6. Where do you think you'll be at in TPE by the end of S98?

I'm hoping to be pretty close to or exceeding 1000TPE

[LucyXpher 1,926]

2 hours ago, Mutti said:

It will take several weeks of heavy drinking, followed by last two weeks of pre-season packed with exercise.

I known it sounds unprofessional but hey..

He's Czech. Czechs do it this way.

I don't make the rules.

Can confirm, Vencko plays better while under the influence of spirits.  We just need to let him do his thing!

 

2 hours ago, Mutti said:

And second of all, yes, Ondřej does live in Prague but occasionally, he goes on a trip or a longer stay to the countryside or a different city, town.. There's a lot to do or to see in our little country. 

Just go ahead and ask @LucyXpher, I am sure she is having a good time!

That is, if she's not tired from Ondřej's shenanigans already, hah!

If someone gets tired of Ondrej's shenanigans, they have no personality and are allergic to fun!  I'm having a great time 

[Mutti 218]

1 hour ago, LucyXpher said:

Can confirm, Vencko plays better while under the influence of spirits.  We just need to let him do his thing!

 

If someone gets tired of Ondrej's shenanigans, they have no personality and are allergic to fun!  I'm having a great time 

Best teammate ever. ️

[Oatex 302]

On 2/26/2025 at 10:50 PM, Pifferfish said:

Prague Phantoms PC! March 2nd

 

1. Draft is fast approaching and we are picking 7th, anyone you'd particularly be interested in us drafting?

 

2. Have you been paying attention to the forum content and drama around the trades of some of the other teams?

 

3. How close to the start of the season will your player get back in gym and start training?

 

4. Does your player have a home outside of Prague for the offseason, or do they slum it in Czechia year round? If they have accomodations elsewhere during the offseason, where?

 

5. What is your player's go to cheat day meal?

 

6. Where do you think you'll be at in TPE by the end of S98?

 

1. So yea, theres this guy - Alex Bridges IV is the name I believe? Seems to be solid. Hope we get him!

2. Not quite. I AGM for DC so i've seen our trades, also followed up on Pragues now. But other than that? No. I have heard about some scamming though.

3. We never left, thats a quitters mentality lol.

4. We go back to the family in Venice, Italy. Thats where the Bridges bloodline resides, and where I kick it for the offseason.
 

5. Being that im in Italy, pizza and pasta, I mean, what else? Right?

6. Im assuming around 450 if I had to take a guess. Maybe 425? Around there.

[Tetricide 737]

 Prague Phantoms Press Conference

Week ending March 9, 2025

 

1.) What's poppin', Prague?! Apologies for the super delayed presser for the week... I hope you can forgive us in the admin offices  Let's get to it! We kept our 1st rounder for the S98 draft and drafted Alex Bridges IV @Oatex at 7th overall! A very talented prospect with a positive outlook for his career and was fantastic to chat with during the interview process. Please join me in welcoming him if you haven't already! Do you have any advice or words of wisdom to pass down to our upcoming Phantom?

 

2.) The start of the season is right around the corner! Mark your calendars for March 12th... What has your player been working on while in Training Camps?

 

3.) How do you feel the team stands with our current roster/line-up vs the rest of the European conference?

 

4.) If you watched the VHL draft, which pick surprised you the most? If you didn't, you can look at the draft board here to take a gander at who was picked in each round! Hey...could come in handy in a future trivia question...

 

5.) What are your thoughts on the Mikko Rantanen/Logan Stankoven trade?

 

6.) What are you up to this weekend?!