Thanks to some strong work from Frank — otherwise known as “EASportsManagement” here — an event that many of you have been asking for now exists. For the Thursday, Feb. 11 Kings game vs. Edmonton, there will be a Staples Center suite dedicated exclusively to the LAKingsInsider.com community. It’s a great chance to meet and greet and watch the game together, and there are a couple other perks. One, Frank has arranged a pregame group photo, at center ice at Staples Center. That will require you to arrive at the arena in the neighborhood of 5:30-6 p.m. that night, but that will also all but assure you of landing the game’s giveaway, a Wayne Simmonds bobblehead that will be given to the first 10,000 fans.
I believe the cost is $100, but Frank can clarify any questions you might have. I’ll be excited to come meet everyone, and I’m hoping to line up a cameo appearance from a special guest as well. Frank deserves all the credit for this, as it was his idea and he worked it from start to finish. I’m doing what I can to help him, and I’m sure it will be a fun event for everyone! Spots are limited, obviously, so if you’re interested, don’t hesitate to click the link below. When prompted, your password is KingsInsider.
wow, does it include food and beer ?? I’m in if it does !!! I will give my regular seats to friends and watch from the suite instead !!!!
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Hmm, I couldn’t get the password (special offer code) to work…
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Man, wish I was able to attend, should be a blast.
If you guys can do something like this next year and give us out-of-towners some advance notice it would be much appreciated!
Thanks to Frank for setting this up and Rich for putting it out there!
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Sounds like fun, wish I could afford it! Hopefully this becomes a tradition over the years and I can make it eventually.
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Does the ticket price include airfare from Van…just wishing out loud …
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Hey Frank Thanks for all the hard work I tried to sign up and it will not accept my Email is there another way to sign up and if so count me in thanks Ed.
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Wish us poor people could afford that.
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Could not be happier. I just bought myself my birthday present. Really looking forward to meeting everyone, getting the night train bobblehead and seeing the Kings kick the ______ out of the Oilers!
BIG thanks to Frank for setting all of this up! I know how events can be tough to set up. This should be an absolute BLAST! Your first beverage is on me.
Let’s load this thing up!
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Frank,
Thanks for all the hard work. I just might have to make the drive out for that one.
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Are kids allowed? Would I be able to bring my daughter(14) along or is this adults only?
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MEAT Train Bobble head.
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Rich,All the empty space to the left would be a good place to post pictures if there are any.
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I tried some different passwords and the correct password is Kingsinsider. I was wondering the cost includes?
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talk about putting pressure on Dean Lombardi, LOL!!!
sounds great, and as Barrie G says I hope it becomes a once or twice a year tradition and we out-of-towners get more notice. Maybe Frank can work some of his magic with southwest airlines too…
have a blast everyone!!!
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I too am an out-of-towner.I already have a ticket package and my next game is Feb.13th.I wounder if I could change the date.Making 2 games in 1 week is too hard.I’ll miss the picture,but I wouldn’t mind meeting some of you.
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Yep….another hundo down the tubes on the kings. Money well spent
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Wow, that is awesome. If I can’t make it I hope this one is a success so there are more in the future. Thanks Frank and thanks Rich.
And Duckhunter, bring your daughter. We’re all adults, but think about how immature we all get on this site at times (me included). If she’s as big a King’s fan as you are then I’m sure she’s awesome
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Could the special guest possibly be Juraj? uh oh, better start putting together a larger meeting place….
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Just got my tickets, me and my girl are comming!
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Hey Fellas,
GOOD NEWS!! salami (Selanne) got injured yesterday, yet again! Sad news for the Ducksuck!!! Their 5 game W Streak will go to an end tonight, after the Kings smoke them!
http://www.ctvolympics.ca/hockey/news/newsid=25826.html?cid=rsstsn
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Belexes- The only POSSIBLE way Juraj Mikus could make this event is if the Kings equipped up with us with lead suits, full headgear and chained us to the floor because I GUARANTEE you the second Juraj Mikus walsk through that door, we will all be blown away by his awesomeness.
Most likely, he’ll be there in spirit. I’m kind of hoping he takes the form of one of the bobblehead dolls. LOL
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Duckhunter, FYI “Ear Muffs!” j/k! Sure it will be fun… to back I can’t make it up from the OC, but I will catch it from work! Maybe next time! Have fun!
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If there was ever a game we need to win, it’s on the 11th! Since it’s a suite, I imagine there will be very limited seating (15?), so I’d guess seats would be reserved for only regulars on here? Hopefully Frank can clarify what the deal is.
Anyway I got mine… http://deepinsidethekings.com/2010/01/14/suite-i-mean-sweet/
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Just Bought two see you at the game.
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This is going to be fun! Same as some of the rest, I wish us out of towners could make this…..I’d love to meet you guys too!
Rich, any chance we can make this an annual event? That way we can plan in advance for this.
Thx to Frank and to the rest for making this possible.
Go Kings, beat the Quacks tonite!!!
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Not really on this topic, but Greg Wyshynski posted this on Puck Daddy earlier. Thought it was an interesting stat to share.
“21
The difference between penalties drawn (25) and taken (4) for Dustin Brown(notes) of the Los Angeles Kings, which is the largest difference between the two categories according to Behind the Net’s numbers. Interesting note on penalties drawn: Rookie Evander Kane(notes) of the Atlanta Thrashers is second to Brown with 23.”
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Hi u guyz im akings fan from socal who lives in hawaii.
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i enjoy reading your comments daily, it gives me insight into what la fans really think about the state of the kings. I look forward to reading your post even more now, since i find most of them written with great hockey sense behind them. You guyz r fanz! Aloha
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I’m really excited for the event. Thanks Rich for making this a reality for a lot of us who are looking forward to personally congratulate you for the hard work you do.
Just to clarify a few things.
The cost is $100 per seat, adults and children alike are welcomed. The ticket includes access to the suite to meet with Rich and hopefully a special guest, picture taken at center ice, and a Wayne Simmonds booble head as long as you arrive on time. I know the cost is a little pricey but that is why we threw in some perks but just meeting Rich and watching Kings hockey from a great view is worth it to me.
Currently we only have a cash bar set up in the suite so you wont have to leave the suite for drinks only food at this time.
Availability is limited however we can accomodate quite a large group. What we have done is reserved at least two suites side by side with a tear-down wall. Effectively making it one super large suite for all of us to be able to meet each other and enjoy Rich’s company.
The plan is to make this an annual event and grow it every year from there. We will make sure to give all out of towners plenty of notice for the next event and continue to make it affordable for everyone to enjoy.
Once again the event code is ” Kingsinsider ” all one word. Once there it will ask you for your email. If you have never purchased tickets before, you will need to create an account which is on the right side. Once your account is set up it will allow you to purchase the tickets. If you have any further questions or suggestions please email me at fjr@easportsmanagement.com
Thanks to all and I look forward to meeting you all.
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Ok, Player-X is in, bringing my 17 year old son. (He can hold me back if anybody tries to talk about Kovalchuk with me…)
Seriously, thanks for the effort EA, and Rich. Nice perk, and I appreciate it very much. Well above the call of duty…Should be a great night. Here, let me ask my Luc bobblehead if it will be fun…
Yep, he is nodding yes.
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Can’t wait to see that picture full of internet geeks..lol. Put Anthonyy in the middle!
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I think I might be able to afford the entry, but not the bodyguard!
I wonder if Anthony will let me share his?
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EA–
I’ll be there, my camera with the 2.5″ lens on (unless I can get my better camera in somehow…Hint, Hint).
Can’t tell you how much this means to me.
-THANKS-
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Cynic:
Will you have your Mikus jersey by then?
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You can also visit my website for the link and further instructions.
Also special thanks to Cindy “kings4queens” for also volunteering to help make this event great.
http://www.easportsmanagement.com/Events.html
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Does anthony wear his ducks jersey?
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Anthonyy:
Give me the word that you will be there and I will have your Kings Jersey with Anthonyy on the back…
Eh?
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Whoa cool idea! Time to save up some side cash for this
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REBA: Excellent off topic comment. Hopefully this gets through to those who dont realize how valuable he is
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No Anthonyy?
If you are there, E-mail me at CameraGuy@bak.rr.com…
I.D. yourself.
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REBA:
How do all the Kings rate on ratio Drawn Penalties/Taken Penalties? One would imagine DD would be OK…
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Harry:
Can’t say Selanne’s injury is good news.
Saw the play on TV, a huge slap shot from just inside the blue line, with the puck being tipped into his jaw. His mandible likely exploded. There was blood dripping from his visor, coming out of his mouth, everywhere. A comminuted compound fracture of the left mandible near the mentum angle would require hours of reconstructive surgery, with the hope that there isn’t significant infection.
Wouldn’t wish that on anybody!
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Hmmm…. I’d love to go. Finding someone to take my season ticket for the game will be easy…
… finding $100 bucks on the other hand won’t be…
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Guys, do you know how lucky yuo are to get a suite for $100… I will pay $100 for the worst possible seat to a Canucks game. A suite might cost em a years salary
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@JDM
Beg, borrow, steal. Go to the pond and club some ducks in the parking lot before the next game. I hear ducks carry cash… :O
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Dang. I’ll do what I can to make it. I too am quite broke at the moment. But, this sounds like a great time indeed.
I’ll be at the game no matter what. Wayne Bobblehead!
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Great! it’s my birthday that day…I’ll definitely try to make it to that
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Daily (multiple times) reader, occasional poster doesn’t feel quite worthy, but it sounds like a great time. Go Kings.
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thanks frank!
I will not be able to make it becaise i live in AZ… but this is COOL!
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this all sounds great but what do I do when handed a giant sticker that says
“Hi My Name Is”
I’m Just Saying/Crystalbal/AAAnthony/AK47
LOLOLOLOLOL
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Re: Selanne…….not a Ducks fan, but a huge Selanne fan. Anyone who has a kid playing youth hockey in Socal has probably come across his path at least once as he has three sons who currently play. He always makes time for the kids and mine have pestered him for autographs on numerous occasions when he shows up to watch his kids play. Also been known to visit the losing locker room after games to offer words of encouragement to teams. Sorry to see him get hurt and hope he has a speedy recovery and that the Kings spank the ducks whether he’s in the lineup or not.
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waves,
LOL. I might have to do that tonight. Rob, rob, rob a duck, screw a kangaroo…
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Sounds like a fun event. I Echo that while I always want to kill the Ducks I don’t mean it literally…sucks for Selanne and I hope he heals ok.
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EA Sports management,Frank,Rich,and anyone else involved.Truely a great effort that means so much to all of us.I’m sorry I’ll miss it.I hope this goes down as one of the greatest events for years to come.
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sounds like a great time. wish I could attend
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So will this board be quite that night, or will all ya geeks be conversing via your blackberrys, iphones, and this board? HAHAHA
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Eleven- You’re worthy. If you’re a Kings fan, you’re worthy by a mile.
Bako- I guess we’ll have to see. I’d have to get the OK for Juraj Mikus to wear his name on my back, not to mention the incredible amount of workouts to strengthen my back to carry the heavy burden of his name on my shoulders. I could probably get the jersey ready, but…
…will I be ready???
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Cynic:
…As long as you STAY THIRSTY, MY FRIEND!
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Thanks Frank for setting this up! Just got my ticket and am looking forward to it. Your first drink is on me! (Only yours!)
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man do i wish i was able to attend this. but unfortunately its a long trip from estevan sask.have fun all who get the chance to get in on this deal. i am very jelous
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Lurkingfan,
That’s a funny thought.
Everyone is too shy to actually speak to eachother in person. A group of guys sitting next to one another, but only speaking through comments on the thread. Like a super goofy hockey version of a LAN party.
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I’m Just Saying -
Excellent, re name-tags. That’s about the funniest thing ever. What if there really only about two guys?
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That sounds like an awesome time. Wish I could make it.
Thanks for setting it up though. Maybe next year. Hope everyone that does go enjoys it.
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I will only speak to others through posts online. Feel free to talk to me, but only expect a response here… (I will have iPhone surgically implanted in my hand before the game)
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I hope you guys wear your pants to this thing.
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Unfortunately, I’m both yobless and 1100 miles away, but I hope as many of you get to enjoy it as possible. I hope next year works out…and/or if I get a gig before the Avs game, maybe I can at least hunt Rich out of the crowd and say “hi.”
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“Excellent, re name-tags. That’s about the funniest thing ever. What if there really only about two guys?”
…er…
“Hello, my name is Shamu.”
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bob,I think it should be manditory.Everyone has to wear tighty-whities.
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@JDM
Also, put up a paypal donation link on your site and spam the hell out of every kings site out there… lol.
re: name tags
do the people with multiple identities (sock puppets) have to buy a ticket for each one? for some of you, it would cost a grand…
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Bako, re penalties drawn/taken:
Drawn:
Brown 25
Simmonds, Smyth 14
Doughty 13
Kopitar 12
Williams 11
Frolov 9
Drewiske, richie 6
Johnson 5
Handzus 4
Greene,purcell, invanans 3
Scuderi, Stoll 2
Parse, Jones, moller 1
everyone else 0
per 60 mins icetime, moller and purcell are both in the middle of the pack, with johnson and handzus. i would also expect moller’s numbers to be higher as soon as he’s playing with the top lines in non-PP situations (hard to draw pens when you’re on PP).
Taken:
IVanans 14
Handzus 12
Johnson, Greene, Doughty 11
SOD 10
Fro 9
Sto 8
Sim, Will, Parse 7
Smyth, jones, drewiske 6
Scuderi 5
Brown, Kopi 4
Harrold, richie 3
purcell 2
martinez 1
moller 0
best numbers per 60 minutes of icetime: Moller (with 0), followed closely by Purcell, Kopi Brown and Richie. note purcell’s excellent numbers, which I have often referred to.
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WTF Kenneth -
ichat video conferencing…
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Hmm…spectators don’t get called for penalties, tho.
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Quisp–I can do that. If someone has iChat at the game, I’ll “be there.”
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re penalties drawn per 60 comment
I mean middle of the pack in terms of rank
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bob -
yes, dress is casual, but with pants. this may be the funniest thread so far.
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Q:
Gracias, mi amigo!
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@I’m just sayin…
I think you should actually bring socks and wear them on your hand, one for each identity! (and pin little name tags on them) hahahaha
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JPUCK-
Come on, we can caravan out there.
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I need to conjur up $100 soon
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This tempts me greatly! If Bako is driving down from the dez and the legendary(?) Anthonyy will be there, I may just have to roll north from duck country…;)
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Geez, I have been so discouraged with the team the last week. Had put them out of my mind ticket wise and this comes up. I think I’ll wait a few games. Sounds fun though.
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Thanks again, Quisp!
That means, in +/- terms:
Brown: +21
Smyth: +8
Kopitar: +8
Simmonds: +7
Williams: +4
Richardson: +3
Purcell: +1
Moller: +1
Frolov: 0
(Harrold): -3
Parse: -6
Stoll: -6
Handzus: -8
Greene: -8
Ivanans: -11
Doughty: +2
Drewiske: 0
Martinez: -1
(Harrold): -3
Scuderi: -3
Jones: -5
Johnson: -6
ODonnell -10
This statistic obviously favors forwards over defensemen. It obviously favors speed over size, effort over positioning. These seem to be as expected, except for Brown and JJ, Drewiske and Frolov. The statistics help explain why Brown and Whiskey always seem better than their statistics.
It also explains how Fro seems to be such a stiff. Can’t imagine why someone like him doesn’t draw a boatload of penalties. It means he really isn’t being aggressive, offensively. Fro is large and strong, with great puck-handling skills. He really should draw more penalties. Then again, so should Parse.
Compare Parse and Richardson; no comparison, really.
Then, there is Ivanans… What can you say? He fights, he intimidates, he drew 3 penalties?
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Good call KC, its only worth going if you can guarantee a win ….*sarcasm*
Any sporting event I already know the outcome to sounds like something I am not really interested in
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Damn! I have been waiting for this… unfortunatley I live/work half my life on a tugboat and I happen to be on shift that day. sounds like fun
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Damm, the kid’s last high school game is that night.
Crystobal could sell the suite out, himself.
How about haters on one side of the tear down wall? Great foresight by management to call it a tear down wall.
If I can sneak out, can we make a Tommy’s run after?
thanks for the effort EA
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Thanks Frank & Rich for setting this up.
My Wife and I will be there.
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Damn its gonna be cool to put faces to names when i see that picture. Wish I could be there!
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haters = Tear down this wall, Mr. Lombardi!
lovers = How could you NOT love Pink Floyd…
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Oh boy now to see if I can make it from NY, this is gonna be awesome if I can make it…
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I would be there in a heart beat if the price would drop a bit…
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Ooo, this sounds great – too bad I’m 8 time zones away or I would so be there
Enjoy, those who go!
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Thanks Quisp – knew you would get the stats. I just read it on Puck Daddy and shared…
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Are we gonna get Lombardi as the special guest?
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Would’nt it be funny if no one was allowed to speak to each other but they can only text…Hello Behuler Behuler….is thing on?
Well I thought it was funny
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Your too late… that joke happened a while ago … Im just saying … lol
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What it might be like for some…
http://deepinsidethekings.com/2010/01/14/hello-my-name-is/
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2 thoughts….how about a “meet Rich” in the 300 sections!!!! and how about part of the 100 dollar ticket go to help, the earthquarke victims!!!!
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Interesting that Jet won’t be attending. The “sock-puppet” inquisitor couldn’t have something to hide, could he?
Quisp hasn’t yet said he’ll be there, and he’s always conspicuously absent DURING game chats…could he be the surprise guest??? Or, Clark Kent??
I hope this isn’t sold-out before I can scrape together the funds.
And I wonder how much I could scalp a ticket for?
If I make it, I promise to reveal all former identities, but nobody can tell Jet. It’s too much fun being his darkest foe and mystery-man.
Cheers.
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Waves,I think that’s the funniest thing I’ve seen all day.
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thanks for the arrangement…
i look forward to attending…:)
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WAVES…
funny stuff…
i feel sooo dirty clicking on to yr site, though…
i’m glad there’s no secret porthole…:)
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Special guest cameo? My guesses: Mikus, Lombardi, or Heidi.
Please be Heidi.
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Yes! Heidi!
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Ahhhh, a porthole, that’s an interesting idea!
variable, boy do I have a surprise for you…
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If Mikus shows Hiedi will be on his left arm.His right arm will be GOD.
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bako, re frolov -
well, also he has more defensive responsibilities so he’s going to take more penalties. numbers have him drawing 9 and taking 9. I agree he could be more aggressive, it’s also predictable that his numbers would be basically what they are.
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Sounds like a great event! Wish I could be there (my birthday is in 2 weeks… hint, hint!
) Will be great to finally put faces to names.
Maybe us Kings fans up in the Seattle/Vancouver area can have a Kings Night up here? I know there is 4 of us in Seattle and one in Vancouver.
If you guys are interest let me know and I can go reserve a table at Teddy’s Tavern in the Roosevelt neighborhood in Seattle. They do have NHL Center Ice.
My email is obitonykenobi@aol.com Let me know if you guys are interested!
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I’ll be in Vancouver for the festivities …. wish I can go. Have fun everyone; maybe next year.
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Thanks to all who put this together. I just got my ticket. See you all there!!
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I know this is old and no body will be reading it this late…. but Bako, I saw you made a Floyd reference. Rumor is Roger Waters will be touring “THE WALL” later this year!!! WHOOOO HOOO!
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Love waking up to ECHL talk. I’m a Las Vegas Wranglers fan myself. For those who can’t make it to Ontario tomorrow (I’ll be stuck here in Vegas) it’s going to be on Fox Sports West (aka the Kings channel). For those outside the broadcast area of that station ECHL.com should have a channel listing.
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If there are still tickets available when payday rolls around I’m in…
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