> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # From the Branches: To spear or not to spear - URL: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/from-the-branches-to-spear-or-not-to-spear/ - Published: 2016-01-08T14:13:30.000Z - Updated: 2016-01-08T14:13:30.000Z - Description: The Leafs looked like a fierce and competitive team despite the loss, proving once again that good coaching is everything. - Author: Achariya - Tags: From The Branches, #chorus, #Import 2023-04-05 11:15 The other day, Katya linked me to an article entitled, "[Why Don't More Men Hit Each Other Below the Belt](http://www.psmag.com/health-and-behavior/why-dont-more-men-hit-each-other-below-the-belt?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)?" (Because the women of this site spend a lot of time scratching their heads about male athlete behavior.) The article draws the conclusion that in the performative masculine space of sports, it's important to show nothing but strength. That very obvious, middle-of-the-body weak spot that is the "sensitive groin area" is kind of like the ventilation shaft of the Death Star: hit it once, and the whole show of strength crumples. I bring this up because Nazem Kadri clearly didn't get the memo. > Milan Lucic absolutely destroys Kadri, then gets a stick to the groin [pic.twitter.com/5tENfikiUM](https://t.co/5tENfikiUM?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — Pete Blackburn (@PeteBlackburn) [January 8, 2016](https://twitter.com/PeteBlackburn/status/685312591644758018?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Fair, or not fair? I'd say that given the fact that hockey players wear thick protective cups, it's entirely fair to remind a guy that smaller players shouldn't be tossed around like so much, uh, salad. Anyway, on to the links. #### Leafs Links [Maple Leafs 1 - LA Kings 2: Reimer returns, but Leafs can't score | PPP](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/game-recap-maple-leafs-1-la-kings-2-reimer-returns-but-leafs-cant/) The Maple Leafs lost the second game of a back to back, but Reimer has shown he's ready to take the crease once again. [Lecavalier & Schenn Chip In, Kings Win | JFTC](http://www.jewelsfromthecrown.com/2016/1/7/10735206/postgame-rank-the-players-lecavalier-schenn-kings-maple-leafs-good-start?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) It's so good to see Vinny back in the saddle. [Who is where: A look at the Maple Leafs vertical roster moves | PPP](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/who-is-where-a-look-at-the-maple-leafs-vertical-roster-moves/) Get on the bus! Which bus, though? [2016 Women's World Junior Championships Preview | PPP](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/2016-womens-world-juniors-preview-2016-iihf-womens-under-18-world-championships-niagara-2016/) One more chance for Canada to win the gold this season! [Marlies Nylander, Leivo, Brennan join coach Sheldon Keefe at AHL All-Star Game | PPP](http://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/2016/1/7/10732336/marlies-nylander-leivo-brennan-join-coach-sheldon-keefe-at-ahl-all) > On the ground in Winnipeg with two All-Stars. [@jleivo17](https://twitter.com/jleivo17?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) and T.J. Brennan. [#MarliesLive](https://twitter.com/hashtag/MarliesLive?src=hash&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [pic.twitter.com/NaQzY0is5T](https://t.co/NaQzY0is5T?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — Todd Crocker (@HockeyCrock) [January 7, 2016](https://twitter.com/HockeyCrock/status/685232088262422529?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Dymtro Timashov traded to Shawinigan Cataractes | PPP](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/dymtro-timashov-traded-to-shawinigan-cataractes/) [New acquisitions help Kings top Maple Leafs | Reuters](http://www.reuters.com/article/hkn-mapleleafs-kings-recap-idUSMTZEC18MFDUP120160108?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Said Lecavalier, "It feels great. It was just a good team effort tonight. The support for this team and the way they play is impressive, so it was nice to be a part of it today. Everybody worked really hard, and it paid off." [WATCH: Kings' Drew Doughty snaps on Maple Leafs' Leo Komarov | CBSSports](http://www.cbssports.com/nhl/eye-on-hockey/25442041/watch-kings-drew-doughty-snaps-on-maple-leafs-leo-komarov?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) What a game! [Leo Komarov developing into All-Star, locker room jester with Maple Leafs | Fox](http://www.foxsports.com/nhl/story/nhl-toronto-maple-leafs-all-star-game-leo-komarov-james-van-riemsdyk-jester-010716?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "Even Komarov himself said he was surprised by the All-Star nod, as he told the Toronto Star that he had already planned a trip to somewhere warm where he could sit on the beach for the All-Star break." [Leafs’ Leo Komarov is an all-star character: Feschuk | The Star](http://www.thestar.com/sports/leafs/2016/01/06/leafs-leo-komarov-is-an-all-star-character-feschuk.html?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) I know I know Feschuk, but the story of his Finnish traffic ticket was interesting. #### Other Hockey News [Where did they go? The 2004 Stanley Cup winners | Raw Charge](http://www.rawcharge.com/2016/1/8/10730430/still-active-2004-lightning-players?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Stamkos leads seven to watch as trade deadline nears | NHL](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/nhl-twt/) Yeah, yeah. [Chychrun leads roster for Top Prospects Game | NHL](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/nhl-twt/) Prospect Plan Puppets will certainly follow this story! [2016 NHL All-Star snub squads: East vs. West | Sportsnet](http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/2016-nhl-all-star-snub-squads-east-vs-west/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Shrug dot gif [NHL passes on adding Crosby to All-Star Game | TSN](http://www.tsn.ca/nhl-passes-on-adding-crosby-to-all-star-game-1.418944?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Crosby noticeably not upset at all? [Mike Richards not offering apology as he moves forward with Caps | ESPN](http://espn.go.com/nhl/story/%5F/id/14526644/nhl-mike-richards-not-offering-apology-moves-forward-washington-capitals?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Playing hockey made him addicted to painkillers, so what's to apologize for? [Mike Richards: Weighing the Risks | Japer's Rink](http://www.japersrink.com/2016/1/7/10730344/mike-richards-weighing-the-risks?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) "Lacking any sort of ability to predict the future, this signing does seem like a risk a team like the Caps should take at this point in the season." [Roy puts on goalie pads, practices with Avalanche | NHL](https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/nhl-twt/) #### Recaps [Rematch is a rough reminder of retained unrest | LHH](http://www.lighthousehockey.com/2016/1/7/10734204/washington-capitals-4-new-york-islanders-1-recap-rough-rematch?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Caps leave Brooklyn with two points, Islanders with more bruises. [12x3=11: Panthers nip Senators 3-2 for eleventh win in a row | LBC](http://www.litterboxcats.com/2016/1/8/10735572/florida-panthers-ottawa-senators-nhl-game-forty-one-recap?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Sens Play Strong Game But Fall 3-2 to Panthers | SSS](http://www.silversevensens.com/2016/1/7/10733972/sens-play-strong-game-but-fall-3-2-to-panthers?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Flyers 4, Wild 3: 10 things we learned from a hard-fought road win | BSH](http://www.broadstreethockey.com/2016/1/8/10733984/flyers-wild-10-things-we-learned-from-hard-fought-road-win?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Wild Rally Against Flyers, But Fall To 1-7 in OT | HockeyWilderness](http://www.hockeywilderness.com/2016/1/7/10734542/wild-rally-against-flyers-but-fall-to-1-7-in-ot-NHL?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Instant Recap: Winnipeg Jets vs Dallas Stars | AIH](http://www.arcticicehockey.com/2016/1/7/10733724/instant-recap-winnipeg-jets-vs-dallas-stars?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Kari Lehtonen Shines as Dallas Stars Fend Off Winnipeg Jets 2-1 in Shootout | DBD](http://www.defendingbigd.com/2016/1/7/10734726/kari-lehtonen-shines-as-dallas-stars-fend-off-winnipeg-jets-2-1-in?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Arizona Coyotes hold off Calgary Flames in 2-1 regulation win | 5FH](http://www.fiveforhowling.com/2016/1/7/10734878/arizona-coyotes-hold-off-calgary-flames-in-2-1-regulation-win?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Game Recap: Flames Fizzle While Coyotes Skate Away With 2 Important Points | M&G](http://www.matchsticksandgasoline.com/2016/1/8/10735586/game-recap-flames-fizzle-while-coyotes-skate-away-with-2-important?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Smile you son of a bitch: Wings win | WIIM](http://www.wingingitinmotown.com/2016/1/8/10707632/red-wings-tame-sharks-in-san-jose-2-1?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com)