Tim Connolly was put on waivers and we will see whether he makes it through. Darren Dreger noted that he'll probably go down to the Marlies. Hopefully, he will be as acclaimed as Keith Aucoin, who was picked up by the New York Islanders, by Dallas Eakins for his hard work and dedication. While we wait for the 3pm 5pm deadline for final 23 man rosters to be submitted let's take a second to get to know the Leafs' newest pest, Leo Komarov who was profiled by Friend of the Blog Jonas Siegel:
The Germans and Finns were squaring off that day, a pair of Maple Leaf draft picks on opposite sides.
"I remember all the other teammates on the national team were coming into the room after the first period and going 'Who the [expletive] is that guy?' and I just sat there and laughed," remembered Korbinian Holzer, then a member of the German national squad.
Meet Leo Komarov. Among the newest Leafs to join the roster this winter, the 25-year-old is certain to be a nuisance for opposing East foes and likely to emerge as a fan favourite in Toronto.
Boy, I can guarantee that if the opposition hates Leo Komarov that much that we will love him. Although, judging by some of the stuff those guys were complaining about, we may be in for some controversy once he hits the ice. But Chemmy had a thought: what if Komarov is always like that?
"You think it’s funny that you swapped out my kid’s Christmas gift with a dead cat Komarov?"
— Chemmy (@felixpotvin) January 18, 2013
"You think it’s funny that you swapped out my kid’s Christmas gift with a dead cat Komarov?"
— Chemmy (@felixpotvin) January 18, 2013
"I fell down the stairs and broke my arm Leo. Tying people’s shoes together while they’re asleep isn’t funny. How’d you get in?"
— Chemmy (@felixpotvin) January 18, 2013
"Leo who else would have ordered us ten pizzas at 3am? We saw you laughing in the bushes."
— Chemmy (@felixpotvin) January 18, 2013
@felixpotvin "Alright, the kick-me sign wasn't funny the first time, and it isn't funny now"
— Hunter Crowther (@HunterCrowther) January 18, 2013
@felixpotvin "You think you can just shit in my laundry and not expect me to find out?!"
— Mitch(@MitchEmDee) January 18, 2013
Here are your Friday morning links.
This New MLSE Movie Trailer Seems Odd Somehow
The "D" is terrible.
Maple Leafs Clearing Salary: Luongo Deal Inching Closer?
This of course written by someone who doesn't understand the new CBA.
Falling Leafs
Saying goodbye to Lombo and Connolly.
Is Tim Connolly the Answer for the Blackhawks?
Haha no.
Keep It Simple Komisarek
For starters, try not to suck.
Backhand Shelf Podcast
They talk Leafs.
It's a 48 Game Schedule
So every game counts.
Hockee Night Gonna Drinken
Live in Chicago? Then go get shit faced with the guys from Hockee Night.
Looking Ahead III: Are The Oilers A Playoff Contender?
Tyler Dellow finishes his series looking at the Oilers' playoff chances. The conclusion will surprise you.
Oh, O'Reilly
Jibblescribbits wonders if the Newport Group isn't trying to break RFAs free from their lives of depressed salaries
Roberto Luongo's Gmail Inbox
Someone found Vancouver Canucks G Roberto Luongo's fake Gmail inbox heading into the 2013 NHL season as a backup to Cory Schneider and amidst heavy trade rumors.
New Toronto Maple Leafs GM Dave Nonis looking to make mark
Some choice quotations from the new GM via Pierre LeBrun
Will the Leafs Still Feel the Love Post-Lockout?
The Torontoist spoke with Old Man Forbes and PPP about whether the Leafs will feel any sting from the lockout. He will write more about it later.
