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Ain't that a relief? Say what you will about how he was obtained (actually, I take that back, let's not say) Phil Kessel has been as advertised. There's more to his game than just goals. He backchecks, he hits (I've seen it!

...and looks fantastic in the process.  The little man with the big moustache plays all out every night, and last night was no exception.  The rumour was that there were 19 NHL scouts at the game last night, and chances are #7 was on their radar. What has quickly come

Lost in all the hoopla that is the Leafs 4 win in a non-consecutive row streak, is the fact that Niklas Hagman continues to be awesome. As a card carrying member of the "Hagman for Captain" and "How Awesome is Awesome?" Niklas Hagman booster clubs, I

Given the reactions in the post game thread, I'm fairly certain today's FTB will be written for an audience of just a handful of true blue Leafs fans.  I can understand how some people want to jump ship.  All summer long, we fans were being sold

There are somethings that can only be said by a Seinfeld episode. * The Zambonic Youth gang take a hot stove/round table approach to the season so far, and come to one conclusion: The Leafs may stink, but boy, they sure do love them all the same. Well, maybe a

That's how this season is starting to feel like for me.  The funny thing about hangovers though.  No matter how bad they are, you invariably find yourself in the same position again at some point. * Bloge Salming's new video says...well, I really have no idea

Vesa, listen to the sound of my voice.  Throw away your cares.  Focus only on my voice.  Vesa, you are feeling relaxed.  So relaxed.  A deep calm is coming over you.  Do you feel it Vesa?  Embrace the peace.  Concentrate on that feeling of contentment, let it consume you Vesa.

* If hockey was like indie music, Zambonic Youth would be your purveyor of previews and recapitulated recaps. * Steve wonders about possible Leafs trading partners. * Jared recaps the game against Minnesota, succinctly. * Crash the Crease is making the case for the trading of Nazem Kadri... * Bone's Corner bids adieu

So, that was not very much fun. Losing to the Wild, and looking rather disinterested in the process. That said, Phil Kessel's (first true) goal was a beauty. I am feeling rather melancholic, let's get to the links, but please join me after the jump for

Fox Gallery - The Czech Brothers (via gooblymoo) * Loser Domi describes the day Tie Domi discovers the internet. * In a controversial declaration, that only eyebleaf can make, he believes in Jonas Gustavsson. * You know who else is a fan of Jonas Gustavsson? Nik Lidstrom, that's who. The Battle

* Down Goes Brown made a pilgrimage to the ACC, and the Leafs won handily. Clearly, he should be at every Leafs game... * MLHS has the rumor mill up and running again. * TSM is fascinated by the media falling all over themselves for Phil Kessel and Jonas Gustavsson, while chiding the

In case you need some instructions, I present to you the following step by step graphic. Jason Blake's screen saver. (via www.guidofistpump.com) The Leafs play the Hurricanes tonight. The last time we met, Jason Blake was highly motivated to make a fool out of Paul Maurice.

...so what to do, what to do?  This sounds like a job for Super-Poni! SOOUPER MAIN!!!1 (via www.babble.com) * Always looking on the bright side, mf37 dangles a carrot for the Leafs game against Carolina. * Dr. Steve is sensing a method to Ron Wilson's madness. Is

The Barilkosphere is buzzing with talk of Phil. For the first time since Kessel became a Leaf, everytime his name was mentioned, it was not instantly followed with "for two first round picks and a second." No, when Kessticle came to the fore, it was followed or preceded

Today is that day we dream about all year. The day where Phil Kessel appears from his hibernation, and if he sees his shadow then he'll put chocolate eggs underneath all our Kessel trees, decorated with one single ornament. Or something like that. Phil is lost in the

The bestest Luke Schenn picture on the internets, courtesy of our very own WAC (via i41.tinypic.com) * MLHS wonders: is now the best time to trade Tomas Kaberle? * Kavel Pubina is sending birthday wishes Luke Schenn's way. * TSM is wondering if Brian Burke has begun shopping, and

CHILDREN AVERT YOUR EYES!!!! (via 1.media.tumblr.com) * We start this Hallow's Eve with the Mad Dr. Steve, who looks forward to Jiri Tlusty unleashing his...skills on the NHL. * Loser Domi found the scariest clips imaginable for her Friday youTube Yoinkage segment. * MLHS tells a tale

The Puck Whisperer (via cache.daylife.com) Jonas talks to the puck and settles it down.  He says "it's OK, you don't need to go in the net.  You don't even want to go in the net."  The puck quietly comes to

Welcome to another installment of "Be a GM/Coach" where you faithful, huddled, unwashed masses, get to have your say.  Sure, professional Coaches and GMs have a wealth of experience and education to draw upon.  Of course they have contacts who know the ins and outs of the

The Leafs are on a roll.  They have yet to lose a game since playing in Anaheim on Monday.  Admittedly, they've yet to play a game since Monday, but that changes nothing, in the big picture. The Barilkosphere is a-buzz with even more game re-caps.  I can understand

Hagman! Stempniak! Kaberle! Gustavsson! Hagman! Gustavsson! Hagman! Kaberle! Stempniak! This says it all...(via a323.yahoofs.com) The recaps: * Steve gets us started. * TSM * Straight Outta SoCal * Puck Daddy * Leafs247 * Kavel Pubina * The Hockey News * The Star/Dam-O-Spin. * The Sun * The OC Register (for a view from the opposition) * Working

Look, it's Sunday and I've actually had to work today.  It's late, and I love you all, but I need my sleep... * Dr. Steve thinks the Leafs may not be a "Brian Burke team." * TSM doesn't think the Leafs are

Finally...(via i415.photobucket.com) * Eyebleaf is back from Vegas, and he's ready for a win. Now. * Jared has an issue with PepsiCo's couch. * It's Friday, and Loser Domi has been cruising youTube, seeking the perfect tribute to Mr. Glass, Mike Van Ryn. * Far

This is what you resemble when you wear a bag over your head.(via www.canadianthinker.com) * Sometimes, the Truthulence hurts. * Leafs247 continues picking teams, with their favorites of the new millennium edition. * TSM woud like to have a great story to share here, but they're just not

Things are wild and crazy in blurratopia.  Little bubba has the bacon-itis (aka H1N1, or swine flu) and the wife and I have spent the better part of the evening disinfecting our entire household in what I'm fairly certain will prove to be a futile exercise.  Still, the