From The Branches

The NHL awards are happening in Vegas baby!  I'm mailing this one in, and hitting the road.  As the South West PPP contingent, it's my understanding that I have a press pass for the show, an all expenses paid suite at the Luxor and $5000 spending

In case you didn't know.  That means we're halfway through another week.  Season 2008/09 has been over for almost seven days now.  Do you miss it?  Are you going through hockey withdrawls?  Am I talking to myself...?  Should I be seeking help?  I'm

As you can probably guess, most of the buzz today is on the recent Coyotes decision handed down from a US court judge.  It appears to be such a monumental occasion, I've decided to write a poem in it's honor, but I could use some help

Here it is, the second installment of links, with song lyrics.  See a lyric you think you know, throw the song and artist in the comments. I know what you're really here for... Manic Monday - Relient K (Punk Goes 80's) (via dkproductions94) And yes, this

* Starting this off this beautiful Sunday morning, Analysis Steve looks back at his pre-draft proclamations of last year and finds parallels with the situation this time around. * Down Goes Brown goes Heatley/Hossa hunting. * Not sure about you, but I always imagine Jared posting in a melted, drunken stupor. Thank

First of all, sincere congratulations to the Pittsburgh Penguins - Stanley Cup Champions, 2008/9. * About last night, then. The Fanhouse, Wyshynski, Toronto Sports Media, Suite 101 and the Battle of New York have the tales of the tape as the Penguins record their third. The final words go of

We're living in 'em. New coaches abound in Maple Leaf Nation this morning, and I think we can all agree, that's pretty groovy. * TSM breaks down the front office spring cleaning Brian Burke has been up to, the brouhaha-a-brewing between our "pal" Damien

We all scream for Hump Day! via imagecache2.allposters.com * Our very own Wrap Around Curl releases her manifesto.  All your blogs are belong to us. * Loser Domi takes the time to tell us all what's on her mind as these finals roll to a close.  Plus, some

A good friend of mine had a blog post up about, amongst other things, his fairly low opinion of Kanye West and his affinity for fur. That got me to thinking about how I could help expose our readers here to the vegan lifestyle. All I could think of was

...In perfect harmony.  So, my Sunday was like a Monday.  Up at 6 AM, and not home until some point after 7 PM.  I know what you're thinking: via 4.bp.blogspot.com Well, two can play at that game.  All the links today are tied to (some

* We're starting goalie-centric on the FTB this fine Sunday morn. Dr Steve lets himself down very badly before assessing both the Stars and the Mighty Blue and Whites chances of acquiring Jonas Gustavsson. * Leafs Leaks meanwhile, runs the rule over what already masquerades as Leaf goalkeeping talent. * Maple

Honestly. You turn your back, work like a prisoner of war, lose your voice and EVERYTHING IS DIFFERENT!!! * Sure to be mourned by...I don't know...possibly close family, Greg Gilbert's reign of terror at the Ricoh is finally at an end. Come rejoice with Analysis

It's Friday! Let's kick the day off right. In honor of MSP and his likeness to Gaz Coombes, here's some Supergrass for you to tap your toes to. Join me after the video for your usual link explosion. * Although unverified (or is it?  I

This picture serves no purpose. Or does it...? After a hard day yesterday, I hit the mini putt links.  Speaking of links, here's a crap load. * If your 401k tanks at the end of this hockey season, you can blame Sidney Crosby. At least, I think that'

In a nod to my fellow FTB'er, the following video is everything I've ever known in regards to the UK. It might also explain why some lurkers just won't sign up... We had a busy day around these parts yesterday.  I don't

Good morning from beautiful California, where currently, I'm still in bed, posting from the past, into the FUTURE!  typing at a blistering 88 wpm into this handy dandy future machine.  Welcome to my first FTB, and now that we've gotten the nerdiness out of the way,

Forgive us the tardiness but as we mentioned before Mattblack got a brand spanking new job (no actual spanking involved) in the real world and we needed a new FTBer to join the team. Also, SBN launched a bunch of changes that will help us improve the site. Toss in

* For those of you out there still wondering which abomination to God and man team is going home with the Big One, Down Goes Brown has a refresher course in the basics. * And anyone still deciding on which team to vote for is advised to head to Out Of Left

* In the summer, a young fan's fancy turns to free agency and trading. Dr Steve reports on BB's potential plans for the coming weeks. * Which is also where Maple Leaf Hot Stove starts up, before moving onto Draft Watch '09, Part One: The Combine. * Following

* The good doctor Steve wonders how hard the Leafs are going to be grabbing on to Grabs. * Maple Leaf Hot Stove looks at the Leaf picks from the draft last year. * The 2008/9 Season Leaf Awards, live from Ron Wilson's back yard and presented live from the

This headline turned out to be only 50% as accurate/awesome as I'd hoped. * Rounding off the...whatever the antonym of 'festivities' is, of yesterday - Down Goes Brown posts the official NHL line on Kerry Fraser day, along with a soberly dressed Cherry. * mf37 and

* A sad start today with the passing of Peter Zezel. Here's a collation of thoughts  with Down Goes Brown, Toronto Sports Media, mf37, Toronto Mike, Dominik, Bring Back Potvin and the Battle of New York. * Dr Steve talks San Jose as a possible template for future Leaf success.

* We'll start with a new headline act today, with mf37 looking at the historical cost of trading up. * SedinWatch2009 continues, with TSM. * And if that isn't a rumour to give you sleepless night, how about MLHS talking Komisarek? * T.O Sports reviews great Leaf lines of

* SedinSedinWatch, 2009: Dr Steve starts us off with a defence of the brothers from an attack made by... * ...Maple Leaf Hot Stove, who aren't that whizzed with the boys from Örnsköldsvik. * TSM's sources have it as practically a done deal - with added JS Giguere relish.

* Big call to start off with - Patrick Eaves is the second coming of our Lord, Jesus Christ. Only he can fight Satan. * The long-term benefits of being rubbish, listed by T.O. Sports. * Breaking with a season long tradition, the Flames sack Keenan without having just lost to the