First and foremost: it's hockey season, baby! I'm so excited for fall because of three things: old sweatshirts, pumpkin beer, and hockey season. I used to work out almost everyday, take my dog for a walk, help my girlfriend with dinner, but during hockey season, I'm sad to say I lose a bit of my figure, so does my dog, and my girlfriend is pissed at me for how much time I spend glued to the TV tracking a puck too fast for her to see.
All the nay sayers think the playoffs are a long shot for us this year. Sure we lost the big 2-1. But even without Forsberg, we have a lot to be excited about this season.
On Sakic's between-period interviews on Versus, he promises, "Our D is as good as it's been in years."
I couldn't agree more. Liles is playing tight. Foote is healthy, and Salei has found his niche, to name but a few.
The forward lines are as solid as ever, of course, led by the legend himself, Joey Boy. The acquisition of Darcy Tucker will solidify a much-needed physical presence in the offensive corners. Svatos and Wolski are coming off a fantastic season last year and will only keep building on their willingness to grow and adapt on the ice. Not to mention the stalwart presence of Brunette and the ex-Denver Pioneer Mr. Paul Stasney.
Overlooking it all, the suit on the bench, Tony Granato. I never really understood why he was coach a few years a few years back, stayed with the club and now gets the big call. I was ok with Quenneville. i hale from from Missouri as an old guard Blues fan from the Hull/MacInnis days. That Quenneville. He's alright. But I really think Granato has his head right, is motivated to do good by the club and will prove it in the win column.
Of course, only time will tell. I might be singing different cheers and jeers by the All-Star break. I hope not. I hope I'm right. I hope we can live up to our great potential.
Keywords: 2008-2009 Season, Colorado Avalanche, Joe Sakic, Tony Granato
