[Rookie Camp]

I'm barely able to do sets of 10 channel-changes with my new Universal remote.

[Who's idea was it to go to the navy blue colour in the first place?]

I seem to recall that the "lightning logo" was the winning entry of a fan competition.

Personally, I think we should have gone full changeover and renamed the team the Winnipeg Blue McBoatfaces

 

[ANDREW HARRIS: A Homer to Believe In]

On 2/9/2016 at 10:40 AM, kelownabomberfan said:

So long I can't even remember the last one, hockey or football.

Chris Walby?

[It's About Time The Bombers Did This]

Can't forget buiders; Cal Murphy, Paul Robson...Nasty Nate

[Game 83 Jets @ Draft Lottery]

3 hours ago, kelownabomberfan said:

I was thinking the same thing.  I can only imagine all of the mis-spellings of Puja-alphabet if we pick him instead of Laine.  Assuming that TO picks Auston Matthews.  I still wouldn't rule out an offer from Arizona to get Matthews.  It would have to be pretty huge.

Heikki Riihiranta; my all time indecipherable Finn.

[Bombers FA Signings 2016]

2 hours ago, Floyd said:

Crazy name guy!  He's my new favourite bomber.

He's no Chijioke Onyenegecha, but the name should still give Suitor fits....so I like him.

[Sam Katz Implicated In Police HQ Scandal?]

To me, it's about his audacity.

This specific situation may or may not be acceptable in the legal sense, but...what acting mayor with any sense of propriety or concern about the image he should be upholding, would get involved in something that appears so unethical?

I just hate the way he shrugs his shoulders and I says I did nothing illegal, while everything around the whole situation smells like sewage.

 

[The BEER thread]

If you're looking for a gift for yourself or any beer drinking Manitoban, consider: 300 Years of Beer: An Illustrated History of Brewing in Manitoba

It's a really lovely coffee table book full of vintage photos & info. pertaining to Manitoba's rich brewing history.

One of the authors is a pal of mine and he really took on the development as a labour of love (we were both 2nd generation Mb.brewery workers). His only regret is the lack of due diligence by the publishers around proofing the text. If you can get past some of the glaring typos, it is a very nice read. 

I've shipped copies to a number of former 'Tobans as gifts. They unanimously (particularly the old timers) enjoy it.

 

http://www.amazon.ca/300-Years-Beer-Illustrated-Manitoba/dp/192653171X 

 

[Free Agency 2016...]

19 minutes ago, Goalie said:

I don't get the Bomber hate exactly, They identified areas of need and went out and got those guys.

Harris - we needed a RB... we got one, he's from here, wanted to be here. Lochard? With Harris here now and BC going International at RB, it makes sense he would follow his buddy Harris

Smith - Our receivers needed to be upgraded, essentially, Dressler replaces Moore and Smith is an upgrade on whoever from last year, I'd suspect we see 4 Internationals starting at Receiver... Denmark,Dressler,Smith,Adams???,Kohlert. 

Medlock - was no secret we needed a kicker, we got one.

Shologan - DL was a weak spot last year, Shologan helps. 

Keeping - Vet OL who can play center and guard and is a good guy off the field, helps the leadership on the team. 

 

I don't know why anyone would be upset or angry over the Bomber signing these guys, It's not like they are signing them for the sake of signing them... Who did we sign from Calgary? Which of these guys did Calgary want? I don't get it really.

 

Free Agency... identify areas of need and go and get the guys you want. That's what Walters did. 

 

This is the whole point of free agency isn't it? 

 

Weren't they in the running for Dressler?

[Free Agency 2016...]

Show Andrew Harris the money + loudly declare that going forward, this is how the WBB will treat their home grown talent.

 ...hope that Nic Demski and Anthony Coombs are watching.

[Bilukidi to Skins]

John KeimESPN Staff Writer 

The Redskins signed three players to reserve/future contracts Monday: defensive lineman Jerrell Powe, linebacker Desmond Bishop and defensive lineman Christo Bilukidi. Powe was in training camp with the Redskins.

[Cortez among OC's on Bomber wish list]

Sure, you would think that DW would be asked about his thoughts on compatibility with Cortez. I would also guess that R. Hall might have something to add. These are but a few of the elements which could make up part of a pre-screen on his hiring.

 

The reality is, Cortez longevity in a small league will leave very little to the imagination...except how he was/is able to adapt over time.

[Bombers at Sask. - (Never Mind)]

There aren't many outcomes that will surprise me because there are so many variables at play. 

 

The one thing that should absolutely not happen, is for the Bombers to be outcoached.

 

They will be facing a first time head coach in his first game on the most pressure packed stage of all. For that matter, it will be their DC calling his first solo game as well.

 

Now's the time for the WBB coaches to make it happen against a very inexperienced opposing staff.

[Mr Miller, please do NOT hire Brendan Taman in ANY capacity!]

Even if a position was offered, why would he want to jump back into that meat grinder so quickly if he is still receiving a cheque from Sask.?

[Week 7 Edm@BC - Mont@Ott - Sask@Tor]

Cabbie is horrible.

[Garrett Waggoner]

Nice

[Garrett Waggoner]

I have to admit that I haven't spent much time focusing on Waggoner until last game when he went down to injury after a ST play. 

 

1) Is he back at practice?

2) Does anyone have any opinions one way or the other on his progress? 

[Shake Up at CJOB]

Toth is no loss; he was personable enough, but rarely brought anything worthwhile to the table.

 

At least with the addition of Currier you have a fairly astute broadcaster. You won't have the clear division between the serious news guy and the fluff guy, as you'll no longer have to endure KKs obvious lake of depth on anything meaningful. I can actually envision the potential for mildly compelling dialogue between GC and RC (particularly at election time)...something KK could never do.

 

If she's still on the stick tomorrow, listen to the interplay between she and Dahlia (sp) when Kennedy introduces her show. It is the most inept example of a discussion between two wands of cotton candy attempting to be entertaining.

[The Day Early Game Day Thread - WPG @ EDM]

It's a great day for a win.

[Non-Bomber Week 4 GDT]

Riders clock management was horrible...Calling a timeout while on offense on the final drive...really?

 

The score flattered Sask.

[Non-Bomber Week 4 GDT]

Before you go to bed tonight, say a little prayer that Duane Forde doesn't eventually implode and murder Rod Black at the mic.

Can you imagine what it must be like working opposite that guy year after year?

After the TD pass where Rod announced "Cato to the (SJ) Green Hornet" the silence from Forde was palpable.

[Training Camp June 14]

As you can clearly tell by my Avi, I am one of the few on this site that has the ability to read the future.

For a taste; Wiecek will not only attend the racetrack in his Knottsian attire, he will be joined by a sassy Joyce DeWitt.

[Bombers sign DL Ettore Lattanzio and WR/KR Justin Veltung]

Intrigued by any 5th rounder that is referred to as, "a rolling ball of razor blades". (Walters)

[One less Braley team in the league]

Somebody call my name? Always good to get your take on all things Argo

[Bombers sign Jamall Westerman]

 

Bucknor held his own last year. I don't see a drop off between him and an American DB.

Man, I said this to 17to85 this morning on FB chat and he lit me up. I really thought Bucknor was solid if unspectacular last year. He more than held his own, and I'd have no problem with starting him again this year, if need be. Thought he was a really pleasant surprise last season.

 

With the new rule changes favoring the receiver, unspectacular DBs will not cut it anymore. It also makes me think that there might be a better chance for us to start 2 Canadians at rec. because of this.