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My Stars’ losing skid finally ended last night
Last night, my Stars finally snapped their frustrating four-game skid which also kicked us out of first place in the division! OK, maybe not. I just checked the AHL site. Holy buckets, the Admirals have been on a winning tear…14 … Continue reading
My Stars are doing pretty well for 2023-24 season
Last night we lost but I’m not really too worried. We remain in first place and it was only the Chicago Wolves who are having a crap season. The officiating was better than when we were playing the Rockford Icehogs. … Continue reading
RIP Roman Cechmanek
When I was really getting into the NHL courtesy of EA’s 2001 game for my newish PS2, Roman was Philly’s hot new goalie and GM Clarke traded Brian Boucher to Phoenix for Robert Esche to assure him. It didn’t matter … Continue reading
My Stars lose their 2023 opener
But it’s still better than no hockey is the old cliché. At least we only lost by one despite being behind or tied the whole time. It’s going to be a rough season too. Most of the great players who … Continue reading
David X Cohen’s ears were burning for his birthday!
My third Geeky Jersey based upon Planet Express arrived yesterday! Coincidence? I think not! It’s also just in time for the new season on Hulu in about 11 days. Why the ‘number’ F? For us computer-related workers, F = 15 … Continue reading
My Geeky Jerseys: Troopers
I love this site and I hope to hire my friend Sara to photograph the collection to make a proper Web page on this site. But for now, here is my latest arrival, Troopers! Normally I have passed on the … Continue reading
Stars lose gave five and the season ends, boo!
I’m glad I didn’t go (see above, later, whatever). According to the score, I can tell it wasn’t even close…5-2. What a pisser! On the upside, we do get to raise one banner next Fall to celebrate the accomplishment of … Continue reading
Stars win game four in double overtime!
What an exhausting nail biter. The score (4-3) may appear to be a repeat of Wednesday night but this time the Stars kept it together. The officiating was crap though. Barely any calls on the grappling and tripping with both … Continue reading
Stars lose game three
I finally made it to a playoff game last night. My first-place Stars swept the Rockford Icehogs so they’re facing the Milwaukee Admirals, a team that has given them a hard time all season. It’s pretty impressive we beat them … Continue reading
My Stars lock up first place!
Last night, my Stars of the AHL (boooo Dallas!) secured first in the Central Division! We have a finale tonight against the Wild (or Mild given it’s Iowa) so we won’t know who we will be facing in the playoffs … Continue reading
RIP Paul Jerrard
This week, a great guy who helped AHL hockey take root in Austin passed. Paul was the first assistant coach of my Stars and with his help on defense, he got them to the Calder Cup during their FIRST SEASON. … Continue reading
RIP Melinda Dillon
I hate it when Twitter informs me of sad, tragic things and I wasn’t expecting the Hanson Brothers (of Slapshot fame) to be the first to let me know this wonderful actress and person passed away. The announcement was delayed as … Continue reading
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RIP Bobby Hull, the Golden Jet
Another great player who changed professional hockey for the better through his play and decisions. On the former, Bobby was a fast skater, hence his nickname (he was blonde too). He also perfected a mean slapshot. I think he’s a … Continue reading
Super Retro Milwaukee Admirals jersey spotted
Spotted this at a recent Stars game! The wearer said it wasn’t an original but a re-release. It’s still pretty cool as it harkens back to when Milwaukee continued to tough it out in the IHL, competing alongside the AHL/NHL … Continue reading
Goalie with a funny name in Quebec
Hockey returns tonight but I have other plans (comedy club with a friend). Fear not! I’ll be going tomorrow since I never turn away a chance to see the Milwaukee Admirals (my old team when I was there). I just … Continue reading