Chicago Phoenix Press Conference

[Velevra 311]

1: What is one team that missed the playoffs this season in the VHL that you think will make it this time around and why?

Maybe Davos or Calgary? Davos since I think London might be retooling a bit and CGY almost made it last season.
 

2: Who do you think is going to go first overall in the VHL draft and why?

I probably would have guessed Eagles since he had the most TPE and I see I would have been wrong

3: What are your expectations for your player this season?

Hitting the point per game mark again hopefully and help the team make a solid playoff run by playing good defensively.

 

4: Would you rather win a Stanley Cup or win an Olympic Gold Medal and why?
That's a tough one, maybe the Olympic gold since you get less chances at that over your career.

5: Where do you think the Chicago Phoenix are going to finish in the standings next season and why?

1st place, got to aim high right and I think we have developed more than last season.
 

6: Who would you consider our rivals in the VHL?

Maybe Seattle since they knocked us out this past season in the playoffs.
 

 

[Masu Chan 456]

18 hours ago, badcolethetitan said:

You ONLY have to answer 6 of the 8 Questions
WEEK OF July 29th - August 4th

 

1: What is one team that missed the playoffs this season in the VHL that you think will make it this time around and why?

 

2: Who do you think is going to go first overall in the VHL draft and why?

3: What are your expectations for your player this season?

 

4: Would you rather win a Stanley Cup or win an Olympic Gold Medal and why?

5: Where do you think the Chicago Phoenix are going to finish in the standings next season and why?

 

6: Who would you consider our rivals in the VHL?

 

7: Who do you think will be the best team in the VHL (besides Chicago) this season and why?

 

8: Have you played the new College Football game that came out? If so, what is your favorite part about the game?

 

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1: I think the safest bet would be Calgary. They were competing for a playoff spot the entire season and they look the strongest on paper out of the teams that missed.

 

2: I would've went with Roger Eagles. They look very skilled and I wouldn't be surprised if they win rookie of the year.

 

3: I think I've made a lot of improvements to my game. I'm hoping to go positive and have around the same amount of points. Maybe somewhere between 70-90

 

4: Stanley Cup. Your name is on a trophy alongside legends of the sport and it's more likely people will know your name in 10+ years.

 

5: I think around the same place. 3rd in our conference seems like a safe bet, we made some decent improvements but we have some tough teams to compete with.

 

7: I think Vancouver will be at the top of the standings. They have a great goaltender and are the most rounded teams in general.

[Doomsday 4,126]

On 7/29/2024 at 2:59 PM, badcolethetitan said:

1. What is one team that missed the playoffs this season in the VHL that you think will make it this time around and why?

 

2: Who do you think is going to go first overall in the VHL draft and why?

3: What are your expectations for your player this season?

 

4: Would you rather win a Stanley Cup or win an Olympic Gold Medal and why?

5: Where do you think the Chicago Phoenix are going to finish in the standings next season and why?

 

6: Who would you consider our rivals in the VHL?

 

7: Who do you think will be the best team in the VHL (besides Chicago) this season and why?

 

8: Have you played the new College Football game that came out? If so, what is your favorite part about the game?

 

1. I think Davos will be the most improved team this season, as all those top picks have been developing nicely. They've also begun trading draft capital for missing pieces, so this is a team reading to start contending in the European Conference. 

 

2. Roger Eagles was the consensus top choice, but Calgary certainly didn't see it that way, opting for Spider Panda and a friend in Ricer. Either way, they were getting a top-tier goalie for their future. 

 

3. After a second team All-VHL nod, I'd love to see Oven be more consistent this season. There were numerous stretches where he went cold, and I feel like he could be more involved with setting up his teammates as well. 

 

4. I'd have to go with the Stanley Cup, the toughest trophy to win in all of sports. Ending a team's drought and having your named engraved into immortality is too much to pass up. 

 

6. I think the teams we competed the hardest against were definitely Seattle and Calgary, and they were also teams we hated to lose to. I'd say they make the most sense as our rivals. 

 

8. Besides the usual grind of building a small school into a powerhouse, the addition of the famed Whiteout absolutely geeks me out as a Penn State fan!

[badcolethetitan 918]

You ONLY have to answer 6 of the 8 Questions
WEEK OF August 12th - August 18th

 

1: Did you watch any of the Olympics? If so, which event did you watch the most? If not, which event would you like to watch in the future?

 

2: Are you surprised with our start to the season? Why or why not?

3: Where do you think Patrick Laine is going to go in the NHL? He requested a trade out of Columbus.

 

4: Which team in NA do you think will give us the hardest time and why?

5: Has your player started the season how you wanted to? Why or why not?

 

6: What is one area you think that your player could improve in and why?

 

7: Which team do you want to play the most this season and why?

 

8: Are you excited for the upcoming football season (college or NFL)? Do you have a favorite team?

 

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[Masu Chan 456]

1 hour ago, badcolethetitan said:

You ONLY have to answer 6 of the 8 Questions
WEEK OF August 12th - August 18th

 

1: Did you watch any of the Olympics? If so, which event did you watch the most? If not, which event would you like to watch in the future?

 

2: Are you surprised with our start to the season? Why or why not?

3: Where do you think Patrick Laine is going to go in the NHL? He requested a trade out of Columbus.

 

4: Which team in NA do you think will give us the hardest time and why?

5: Has your player started the season how you wanted to? Why or why not?

 

6: What is one area you think that your player could improve in and why?

 

7: Which team do you want to play the most this season and why?

 

8: Are you excited for the upcoming football season (college or NFL)? Do you have a favorite team?

 

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1: I didn't but I saw some of the highlights. Mainly the shooting competition and the break dancing...Definitely caught my eye.

 

2: I am. Usually our hot Streaks start later in the season but it's nice to have a good start.

 

3: I think Colorado or Anaheim will take a chance on him. MacKinnon could bring put the Laine we used to know.

 

4: I think the new York Americans are a safe bet. They are right behind us in the standings and look solid on paper.

 

5: I believe so. 10 assists in 10 games is pretty solid. Of course I'd like more, but if I continue at this pace I'll be happy.

 

7: oddly enough. New York. They're gonna be tough but if we prove we can beat them then we should be a playoff favorite. Plus I like playing against Janser.

[Velevra 311]

1: Did you watch any of the Olympics? If so, which event did you watch the most? If not, which event would you like to watch in the future?

Caught some of it, followed basketball and soccer the most and watched highlights from a bunch of the other sports!
 

2: Are you surprised with our start to the season? Why or why not?

I would say a little surprised, I expected us to be strong but not so strong to shoot up to first in the conference right away.

 

4: Which team in NA do you think will give us the hardest time and why?

I think Toronto and New York have pretty solid rosters we should keep an eye out for this season.

5: Has your player started the season how you wanted to? Why or why not?

Pretty happy so far! My build is more oriented towards team success than individual stats but some of the stats like a good amount of shot blocks and being at a point per game are nice to see.

 

6: What is one area you think that your player could improve in and why?

I think I'm pretty close to what my max build will be and then the focus will be on retaining the talent through the regression years. So just slight improvements to DF/PH/SC left
 

7: Which team do you want to play the most this season and why?

Playing Moscow who are the defending champs would be fun. Should be a good test!

 

[Doomsday 4,126]

On 8/12/2024 at 3:21 PM, badcolethetitan said:

1: Did you watch any of the Olympics? If so, which event did you watch the most? If not, which event would you like to watch in the future?

 

2: Are you surprised with our start to the season? Why or why not?

3: Where do you think Patrick Laine is going to go in the NHL? He requested a trade out of Columbus.

 

4: Which team in NA do you think will give us the hardest time and why?

5: Has your player started the season how you wanted to? Why or why not?

 

6: What is one area you think that your player could improve in and why?

 

7: Which team do you want to play the most this season and why?

 

8: Are you excited for the upcoming football season (college or NFL)? Do you have a favorite team?

 

2. I knew we were capable of being this great, but it has been about as perfect of a start as I could have hoped for. But we need to maintain this pace for it to have meant anything. 

 

3. I guess anyone who wants an overrated forward that can't/refuses to play defense and whines/complains about coaches can have him. 

 

4. Seattle is a team that can never be truly counted out unless they themselves throw in the towel. They've got a talented lineup through and through and when they're clicking, they're tough to stop. 

 

5. YaBoi has been very feast or famine so far. It's leading to some nice stats, but I'd prefer a more consistent approach on a game-to-game basis. Help win more games. 

 

7. I think the boys are always hyped to play Calgary as they're such important games for both teams. You can't afford to come out flat against a conference rival when you have playoff aspirations. 

 

8. NFL: Dallas Cowboys - FOR THE LOVE OF GOD JERRY, SIGN CEEDEE. PAY THE MAN HIS MONEY.

 

NCAA: Penn State Nittany Lions - Should be another fun year, hoping all the added competition to the B1G makes them a tougher team this season!

 

[RileyL 105]

On 8/12/2024 at 1:21 PM, badcolethetitan said:

You ONLY have to answer 6 of the 8 Questions
WEEK OF August 12th - August 18th

 

1: Did you watch any of the Olympics? If so, which event did you watch the most? If not, which event would you like to watch in the future?

 

2: Are you surprised with our start to the season? Why or why not?

3: Where do you think Patrick Laine is going to go in the NHL? He requested a trade out of Columbus.

 

4: Which team in NA do you think will give us the hardest time and why?

5: Has your player started the season how you wanted to? Why or why not?

 

6: What is one area you think that your player could improve in and why?

 

7: Which team do you want to play the most this season and why?

 

8: Are you excited for the upcoming football season (college or NFL)? Do you have a favorite team?

 

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1. No. If I watched it would have been basketball.

 

3. Maybe Montreal, get another elite goal scorer when healthy.

 

5. In the VHLE I would say yes, I was hoping for high hitting number and shot blocking numbers.

 

6. He could improve on his discipline and offence.

 

7. In the VHLE it has to be Bratislava because they are at the top of the league.

 

8. Ya, I was planning on getting into it this season. For some reason I also liked the Texans.

[Doomsday 4,126]

They're baaaaaaack!!

You ONLY have to answer six of the eight questions!

WEEK OF OCTOBER 7TH TO OCTOBER 13TH

 

1. Over the off-season, Chicago added veteran defender Celise Pereira through a trade and also acquired defenseman Feka Ohi Kau and goaltender RicerFourteen in the draft. As a veteran of the team, how would you best welcome them, or as one of the newcomers, what has you the most excited to be a part of the Chicago Phoenix?

 

2. The Chicago Phoenix once again have an AGM, with Doomsday stepping into the role after the folding of the VHLE. On a scale of 0 to 10, how terrible of a decision was this for Cole to make?

 

3. Speaking of the folding of the VHLE, what are your thoughts on that?

 

4. The Utah Hockey Club is set to play their very first NHL game this week. How do you expect things to go for this new franchise?

 

5. On the heels of Vanderbilt defeating #1 ranked Alabama, what is your all-time favorite upset in sports?

 

6. What is something you are passionate about that you feel is widely misunderstood?

 

7. The MLB Playoffs have been nothing short of wild this season, who do you see prevailing and winning the World Series?

 

8. What is your go-to convenience store?

 

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[Velevra 311]

1. Over the off-season, Chicago added veteran defender Celise Pereira through a trade and also acquired defenseman Feka Ohi Kau and goaltender RicerFourteen in the draft. As a veteran of the team, how would you best welcome them, or as one of the newcomers, what has you the most excited to be a part of the Chicago Phoenix?
Excited for the new additions, happy to give them a tour around the city and get them nice and comfortable!

 

2. The Chicago Phoenix once again have an AGM, with Doomsday stepping into the role after the folding of the VHLE. On a scale of 0 to 10, how terrible of a decision was this for Cole to make?

I would go with 0, it's a fantastic decision and not terrible at all. Doomsday is great and I'm sure Cole appreciates the support!

 

3. Speaking of the folding of the VHLE, what are your thoughts on that?

I was probably more pro-VHLE than most. Liked the concept of going through another draft, moving up to another new team in between the VHL and VHLM levels.
 

4. The Utah Hockey Club is set to play their very first NHL game this week. How do you expect things to go for this new franchise?

I wish them success, they might be able to compete for a wild card spot off the top of my head but you never know.
 

5. On the heels of Vanderbilt defeating #1 ranked Alabama, what is your all-time favorite upset in sports?

Do e-sports count? If so I will go with Kabum over Alliance.
 

6. What is something you are passionate about that you feel is widely misunderstood?

The intricacies of the health care system

 

[badcolethetitan 918]

On 10/7/2024 at 11:36 AM, Doomsday said:

They're baaaaaaack!!

You ONLY have to answer six of the eight questions!

WEEK OF OCTOBER 7TH TO OCTOBER 13TH

 

1. Over the off-season, Chicago added veteran defender Celise Pereira through a trade and also acquired defenseman Feka Ohi Kau and goaltender RicerFourteen in the draft. As a veteran of the team, how would you best welcome them, or as one of the newcomers, what has you the most excited to be a part of the Chicago Phoenix?

 

2. The Chicago Phoenix once again have an AGM, with Doomsday stepping into the role after the folding of the VHLE. On a scale of 0 to 10, how terrible of a decision was this for Cole to make?

 

3. Speaking of the folding of the VHLE, what are your thoughts on that?

 

4. The Utah Hockey Club is set to play their very first NHL game this week. How do you expect things to go for this new franchise?

 

5. On the heels of Vanderbilt defeating #1 ranked Alabama, what is your all-time favorite upset in sports?

 

6. What is something you are passionate about that you feel is widely misunderstood?

 

7. The MLB Playoffs have been nothing short of wild this season, who do you see prevailing and winning the World Series?

 

8. What is your go-to convenience store?

 

2. Probably the worst decision of all time.. we might be screwed now!

3. I felt like it ran it's course, but it was necessary for the time being. I hope it can come back one day.

4. I think they could make the playoffs honestly. They've got a decent team and with no stress, they should be able to perform.

5. Iowa State upsetting Oklahoma State in 2011. Oklahoma State was 10-0 and rank 2. Crazy win!

6. The Sabres making the playoffs! Even though we're 1-3 I still believe we can. But we'll probably miss somehow.

8. 7/11 as it's the closest to me. I only really go there for the slurpees.

[Doomsday 4,126]

The dawn of a new season.

You ONLY have to answer six of the eight questions!

WEEK OF OCTOBER 14TH TO OCTOBER 20TH

 

1. After what feels like an eternity, Season 96 is finally here! After coming up just short of reaching the Continental Cup Finals in Season 95, how will Chicago fare this time?

 

2. What member of the Phoenix is poised for a breakout season?

 

3. What prospect will make a big impact for Chicago soon?

 

4. What do you find calming or peaceful?

 

5. With minutes before puck drop, what's blasting in the Chicago locker room to get everybody hyped up?

 

6. What is the most dangerous thing you've ever done?

 

7. What was the most satisfying "I told you so" moment you've had?

 

8. How has the NHL season treated your team so far?

[Masu Chan 456]

43 minutes ago, Doomsday said:

The dawn of a new season.

You ONLY have to answer six of the eight questions!

WEEK OF OCTOBER 14TH TO OCTOBER 20TH

 

1. After what feels like an eternity, Season 96 is finally here! After coming up just short of reaching the Continental Cup Finals in Season 95, how will Chicago fare this time?

 

2. What member of the Phoenix is poised for a breakout season?

 

3. What prospect will make a big impact for Chicago soon?

 

4. What do you find calming or peaceful?

 

5. With minutes before puck drop, what's blasting in the Chicago locker room to get everybody hyped up?

 

6. What is the most dangerous thing you've ever done?

 

7. What was the most satisfying "I told you so" moment you've had?

 

8. How has the NHL season treated your team so far?

1. We've been improving each season so I have no doubt we'll be playing for the cup at the end of this season!

 

2. Lionel Collberg had a rough season last time out so having a bounce back will be nice.

 

3. I think Ivan Ivanov will make quite the splash in his rookie season.

 

4. I enjoy reading or writing. It's one of the ways I relax.

 

5. FROM THE SCREEN, TO THE RING, TO THE PEN, TO THE KING! (Joking)

 

7. Growing up my friends didn't know Mars was colder than Earth. (We were like 12) So I Google'd it and proved them wrong. I was often seen as the dumb friend so it was a W for me.

[Velevra 311]

1. After what feels like an eternity, Season 96 is finally here! After coming up just short of reaching the Continental Cup Finals in Season 95, how will Chicago fare this time?

Hope to improve on last season. We were hit hard in some ways by regression but also have some new young players stepping up!
 

2. What member of the Phoenix is poised for a breakout season?

I think Lionel Collberg will put up some decent points this season
 

3. What prospect will make a big impact for Chicago soon?

I'm pretty excited for Boris Bone-Breaker
 

4. What do you find calming or peaceful?
Listening to some chill hop and relaxing.

 

5. With minutes before puck drop, what's blasting in the Chicago locker room to get everybody hyped up?

I steal the aux and pump some backstreet boys!
 

8. How has the NHL season treated your team so far?
Slow start for the Canucks but plenty of time to get things going. My second team the Flames are doing surprisingly well though.

[badcolethetitan 918]

On 10/15/2024 at 8:03 AM, Doomsday said:

The dawn of a new season.

You ONLY have to answer six of the eight questions!

WEEK OF OCTOBER 14TH TO OCTOBER 20TH

 

1. After what feels like an eternity, Season 96 is finally here! After coming up just short of reaching the Continental Cup Finals in Season 95, how will Chicago fare this time?

 

2. What member of the Phoenix is poised for a breakout season?

 

3. What prospect will make a big impact for Chicago soon?

 

4. What do you find calming or peaceful?

 

5. With minutes before puck drop, what's blasting in the Chicago locker room to get everybody hyped up?

 

6. What is the most dangerous thing you've ever done?

 

7. What was the most satisfying "I told you so" moment you've had?

 

8. How has the NHL season treated your team so far?

 

 

1. I feel like we can go far this time. We've got a great team and we stack up nicely against the rest of the league.

2. I think this is going to be Ryan Artyomov's breakout season. He's due for one.

3. My goat Lightning McSnipe. Once he makes the league he's going crazy.

5. Mo bamba full volume. We going crazy with it.

6. Go ride a sea turtle in the middle of the ocean.

8. The usual. We haven't been good in forever so I'm not surprised.

[Doomsday 4,126]

A blazing start!

You ONLY have to answer six of the eight questions!

WEEK OF OCTOBER 21ST TO OCTOBER 27TH

 

1. The Phoenix have been red hot to start the season, sitting atop the North American Conference with a 10-2-1 record, 21 points, and a game in hand over the entire conference. What's the key to this torrid start for Chicago?

 

2. Who is the MVP of this team so far?

 

3. In your opinion, what is the biggest surprise of the VHL standings so far?

 

4. What is an aspect of real world hockey that you feel is missing from the VHL?

 

5. What are some items that you think could really spice up the VHL Player Store?

 

6. If you could choose the goal song for the Phoenix, what would it be?

 

7. What's your favorite autumn treat?

 

8. What is your favorite aspect of sim leagues?

 

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[Velevra 311]

1. The Phoenix have been red hot to start the season, sitting atop the North American Conference with a 10-2-1 record, 21 points, and a game in hand over the entire conference. What's the key to this torrid start for Chicago?
I think we have had some fantastic goaltender so far which has been key to the hot start.

 

2. Who is the MVP of this team so far?

In line with the previous question I have to give it to Ryan Artyomov who is shutting the door.
 

3. In your opinion, what is the biggest surprise of the VHL standings so far?

Nothing too surprising for me so far, maybe Toronto being lower than expected.

 

5. What are some items that you think could really spice up the VHL Player Store?

Temporary TPE boosts for like hot streaks. Buy an additional 50 TPE that lasts for 5-10 games!

 

7. What's your favorite autumn treat?
I have been enjoying Apple Crisp Macchiatos so far this fall.

8. What is your favorite aspect of sim leagues?
Watching my player grow / the journey over his career and being part of a franchise's success

 

[badcolethetitan 918]

Answers

 

1. I think a lot of teams last season have gotten weaker and we've basically stayed around the same, hence making this a great start.

2. Ryan Artyomov. He's been fantastic and without him, we would be able to win some of our games.

3. I think Toronto. I don't think people expected them to be barely .500 and floating towards a wildcard spot.

6. Kickstart my Heart by Motley Crue. Banger song and I think it would fit well.

7. Pumpkin Pie. I always have it at thanksgiving and it's the only time in the year I eat it.

8. Meeting new members and community. I feel like in this community, you could basically talk to anyone and they'd listen.

[Masu Chan 456]

On 10/23/2024 at 8:04 AM, Doomsday said:

A blazing start!

You ONLY have to answer six of the eight questions!

WEEK OF OCTOBER 21ST TO OCTOBER 27TH

 

1. The Phoenix have been red hot to start the season, sitting atop the North American Conference with a 10-2-1 record, 21 points, and a game in hand over the entire conference. What's the key to this torrid start for Chicago?

 

2. Who is the MVP of this team so far?

 

3. In your opinion, what is the biggest surprise of the VHL standings so far?

 

4. What is an aspect of real world hockey that you feel is missing from the VHL?

 

5. What are some items that you think could really spice up the VHL Player Store?

 

6. If you could choose the goal song for the Phoenix, what would it be?

 

7. What's your favorite autumn treat?

 

8. What is your favorite aspect of sim leagues?

 

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1: Gotta give the Goalie some love. Ryan has been exactly what we've needed.

 

2: Don't want to say the same player twice so I'll go with Joshua Shwarzer. Leading Chicago in points.

 

3: Toronto falling off as hard as they have.

 

6: I've been enjoying Maladapted by Hail The Sun. So, I'd probably go with that for this season.

 

7: Pumpkin Pie is kinda top tier.

 

8: The community is always the most important thing about any sim league. If the people are chill it gets me more invested.