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[NUCK 151]

Big news today out of Biel Switzerland as goalie phenom Phuckin Pucked declares his intentions to make the transition to the VHL. After 3 seasons in the EHC Biel organization Phuckin Pucked has made a name for him self world wide. Starting his professional career at the age of only 14, Pucked was made EHC's starting goaltender after the clubs 3 more experienced tenders all ended up with food poisoning on the eve of their S52 debut.

 

Pucked was thrust into the role as starter for the first 2 weeks of play while his teammates recovered. During that time he played 6 games for the main club and cemented his future in hockey as a result. Posting a 5-0-1 record the, YOUNG rookie was able to make a statement with a .73 GAA, a .972 save percentage and 3 shutouts. The strong start for Pucked and the huge fan support made a hard decision so much easier for Biel management. 

 

Phuckin Pucked Would end the season as the clubs number one goalie. Evidently carrying them to the finals where they lost in 7 to powerhouse rival Bern. Pucked would receive the playoff MVP trophy regardless of coming up short for the cup. In 3 regular seasons in the NLA he played in 132 out  of 150 opportunity. His numbers are spectacular, 87-34-11, 1.58 GAA, .938 save % and 26 shutouts make him one of the best goaltenders to ever make an appearance in the NLA.

 

So when this stud of net-minder refused a contract extension and announced his intentions of playing in the VHL. It left a lot of people shocked and upset. A staple in the Biel crease for 3 seasons and a national icon, Pucked left so many of his countrymen in utter disbelief.

Pucked was willing to addressee the press this afternoon and he had this to say.

 

 

" I have made the decision to jump to a broader league and not to resign with EHC Biel for the S54 campaign. It was not any easy choice to make but I feel my talents could be used in a larger venue. 

 

My intentions are to sign with what ever team can both give me a starting position and supply a few able bodies in front of me. I am not concerned with cups as much as I am with being able to play. 

 

My time in juniors will be as short as I can make it, as I plan on making the jump to the VHL as soon as possible. 

 

I am a player, I will not ride the pine! "

 

 

So with S54 almost under way and no contract as of yet for Pucked. We can only speculate as to which team will land this high profile goaltender. 
 

[BluObieZ 1,125]

While it sucks to see you want to sign with a lesser team, I understand you wanting to be a starter. 

[STZ 5,389]

Great to see you recreate, good luck with your player! You'll need to put in some serious would to gain a VHL starter position - as they will be tough to get at this point in time..

 

Should be fun to see if you rise to the challenge

[NUCK 151]

7 minutes ago, BobertZ said:

While it sucks to see you want to sign with a lesser team, I understand you wanting to be a starter. 

 

I have always despised the lopside cup trade offs, the minors were all about. I just wont add to the problem, never was personal at all.

[BluObieZ 1,125]

8 minutes ago, NUCK said:

 

I have always despised the lopside cup trade offs, the minors were all about. I just wont add to the problem, never was personal at all.

Hey if you can make the season a little more entertaining by stealing a few wins from us I am all for it. As much as I would love to go 72-0 I know we won't

[Gudnason 607]

2 hours ago, BobertZ said:

Hey if you can make the season a little more entertaining by stealing a few wins from us I am all for it. As much as I would love to go 72-0 I know we won't

We will go 80-0