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Around The NHL 2018/2019
TrueBlue4ever replied to The Unknown Poster's topic in Winnipeg Jets Discussion
Actually it's 14. Minnesota can get no more than 98 points right now, and assuming that the Jets' wins are of the ROW variety, if they win 7 games they will have more ROW wins than Minny, and that is 1st tie breaker. -
Game 69 : A Shark In Jets Clothing
TrueBlue4ever replied to FrostyWinnipeg's topic in Winnipeg Jets Discussion
That model assumes that the other teams all win out, which isn't going to happen either. But right now this is the simple math of what the Jets need to do regardless of any other team's performance. I'd say that anything other than the option of finishing first in the conference is definitely in play. -
Game 69 : A Shark In Jets Clothing
TrueBlue4ever replied to FrostyWinnipeg's topic in Winnipeg Jets Discussion
Jets playoff watch, as of 10:00 am March 11: Assuming all regulation or overtime wins: - Clinch a playoff spot with an 8-6 record - Clinch the top wildcard spot with an 8-5-1 record - Clinch 3rd in the Central with a 10-4 record - Clinch 1st in the Central with an 11-2-1 record - Clinch 1st in the West with a 14-0 record, and 2 Calgary losses and 2 losses and a tie by San Jose in non head-to-head games with the Jets -
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If you ever want to convince someone of the damage alcohol and drug abuse can do, show them side by side pictures of Vincent in the mid-80's and then in 1996 after his near-fatal drunk driving accident, where he broke his neck. Had to have his leg amputated later in life due to his poor health. Truly a guy on top of the world who lost it all due to his demons.
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The MBB All-time Blue Bomber Team: Centre
TrueBlue4ever replied to TrueBlue4ever's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
Sorry that I missed Vankoughnett. He seemed undersized to me (yet was 6'4", weighed only 240 lbs) but he had a nasty streak (not dirty, but you didn't mess with him). As for Mo, all I can remember of his days at centre was that he butchered the shotgun snap so badly for the first 6 games or so when he was pressed into action at that position that the QBs had to move back under centre because he kept rifling them over their heads. Needless to say he did not long snap. -
Around the League: 2019 Off Season
TrueBlue4ever replied to SpeedFlex27's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
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The MBB All-time Blue Bomber Team: Centre
TrueBlue4ever replied to TrueBlue4ever's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
One man's take: This category will be more subjective, as o-linemen don't have sexy stats to bolster their cases. Best bet is to look at their all-star nods or awards to see how they were regarded across the league, but even that is tricky because the awards did not come into play until the 1970's for o-linemen specifically. I have tried to include a personal bio, but even then in a few cases the info is lacking. So I welcome any personal insights. As for me, there are 2 names I have heard mentioned in my time as a Bomber fan, so I pretty much boil it down to those 2. Speedflex nominated Desjardins, but alas I could not find a bio about him, so I have no frame of reference. Adelman did double duty in multiple positions and also managed the club during his player retirement, so bonus points there. Druxman played in the glory years and blocked for Leo Lewis, and bonus points for his connection to the Pemby, where I imbibed on more than a few occasions during my mis-spent youth. Wilson may hold the Bomber record for most Grey Cups appeared in, and all must be commended for coming from or staying in the local community. But for me it comes down to Swift versus Bonk. Swift was a converted running back who paved the way for a new breed of centre speciailst after many years of players having multiple positions on the field. He gave way to Bonk (whose name alone screams offensive lineman) who excelled at the position for over a decade, blocking for the likes of William Miller and Willard Reaves during his MOP season in 1984, when Bonk was the best o-lineman in the game. Bonk was the most decorated awards-wise, and he was a rock in the middle of that line. His iron man streak is all the more impressive given the physical beating his position would require of him. John Bonk is my obvious pick here. -
Here are the bios: CFL all-stars first awarded in 1962. Most Outstanding Lineman first awarded in 1956 and included defensive linemen, Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman first awarded in 1974. Lou Adelman – 9 seasons (1930-37, 41), 3 Grey Cup appearances (1935, 37, 41), 2 time Grey Cup champion (1935, 41), also was club’s manager in 1937-38, and 1945. John Bonk – 195 games (#6 in club history) in 13 seasons (1973-85), 4 time divisional and 4 time CFL all-star (1982-85), 4 time team nominee Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman (1979, 82-84), Western Division Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman (1983), CFL Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman (1984), played in 195 consecutive games as a Blue Bomber at centre, was involved in every single offensive play (including punts) for the Bombers in 1984, Grey Cup appearance and champion in 1984, CFL Hall of Fame Paul Desjardins – 96 games in 6 seasons (1965-70), Grey Cup appearance in 1965, no bio available George Druxman – 111 games in 9 seasons (1955-63), divisional all-star in 1956, 5 Grey Cup appearances (1957-59, 61, 62), 4 time Grey Cup champion (1958, 59, 61, 62), after retirement he ran the Pembina Hotel with his family. Bob Swift – 112 games in 7 seasons (1971-77), 4 time divisional all-star (1971-74), and 3 time CFL all-star (1971, 72, 74), 2 time team nominee Most Outstanding Offensive Lineman (1974, 77), started his career as a fullback in BC and rushed for over 1,000 yards in his rookie year before breaking his leg and converting to the o-line Mel Wilson – 9 seasons (1937-42, 45-47), 3 time divisional all-star (1941, 46, 47), 8 Grey Cup appearances (1937-39, 41, 42, 45-47) and 2 time Grey Cup champion (1939, 41), also head coach at St. John’s high school and a referee, won amateur trophies in golf, racquetball, curling and ballroom dancing
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good news thread (non polItical please)
TrueBlue4ever replied to Mark F's topic in General Discussion
https://globalnews.ca/news/5021227/world-record-confirmed-manitoba-snow-maze-is-worlds-largest/ -
Suddenly feeling very old today.
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http://www.msn.com/en-ca/news/canada/saskatchewan-born-model-advocate-elly-mayday-dies-at-30/ar-BBUmpZL?ocid=ientp
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Voting complete on the returners, and Keith Stokes and Albert Johnson III (in possibly a bit of an upset over Leo Lewis) are our punt and kick returners of all-time. While we sort out the last of the special teams positions, it is time to move to the offence, and we will start with the o-line, specifically the centre position. My initial list includes the following - all Blue Bomber hall of famers, by the way: Lou Adelman, John Bonk, George Druxman, Bob Swift, and Mel Wilson. Please add any you think I should consider for the centre position, will look to have the bios up for Friday.
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Around The NHL 2018/2019
TrueBlue4ever replied to The Unknown Poster's topic in Winnipeg Jets Discussion
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Around The NHL 2018/2019
TrueBlue4ever replied to The Unknown Poster's topic in Winnipeg Jets Discussion
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Around The NHL 2018/2019
TrueBlue4ever replied to The Unknown Poster's topic in Winnipeg Jets Discussion
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Game 66 : @ Bus To Tampa Bay
TrueBlue4ever replied to FrostyWinnipeg's topic in Winnipeg Jets Discussion
With Morrissey out and Myers on the second unit, Trouba is the default. Chariot would have a more dangerous shot back there, but with Laine playing at the faceoff dot and not covering the point or securing wide shots off the wall well, I think Maurice sees the danger of a possible short-handed two-on-one and wants a reliable d-man to handle the counter-attack rather than another pinching guy like Myers or defensive liability back there. With Myers on, he can count on Ehlers' or Perrault's speed and Little's defensive-mindedness to cover on a backcheck. Although I am impressed with Niku's offensive vision, foot movement and puckhandling inside the other team's zone. -
Game 65 : @ Bloodbuzz Ohio
TrueBlue4ever replied to FrostyWinnipeg's topic in Winnipeg Jets Discussion
Maybe the Jets know how long the season can be and how nothing matters for a team like them until the playoffs start, so no point in playing with full intensity in game 37 if you are burned out in Round 1 (the "Boudreau effect" - copyright 2019 by TB4E). They knew that their talent could get them many wins, and they have led the Central for over 2 months now playing what most will say is far from their best hockey. Imagine being Tampa Bay and killing it with a 130 point regular season only to get bounced in the second round by Boston, or have to face Pittsburgh in the first round, how successful is their season then? Saw it with the Red Wings in '96. -
Around the League: 2019 Off Season
TrueBlue4ever replied to SpeedFlex27's topic in Blue Bomber Discussion
I think the original branding had many (myself included) thinking it was another US expansion plan, when he more so wants to provide opportunities for Canadian college kids to keep playing if they can't crack the CFL by making connections in Mexico and Europe, and giving kids in those countries a goal to reach for by selling the Canadian game to them, and trying to expand the pool of players we look at, like the NHL and NBA did. He is also working on TV deals with Mexico and European countries, and extra revenue streams can't hurt. I commented to my wife at the event that he talks a good game and is quite the salesman. It may fall totally flat, but I respect his idea that the league needs to do more than just stay afloat in Canada and think bigger on a global scale, and that this can entice cities like Toronto that want to be more global. Will it sour the western purists who think "Canada first"? Maybe, but Ambrosie touched on that too, and recognizes the different mindset that western CFL cities have and their hatred of the East ("it's supposed to be that way - we get it"). But Winnipeg is not going to lose hardcore fans because we entertain the thought of Mexican players coming to our combines, and it might create a new stream of fans (and revenue) for the league by broadening our base. Not a bad idea overall. Let's just see how the execution plays out. -
One man's take: 5 distinct skill sets, so I'll break it down into 3 areas and then vote from there. Wade Miller was a longer-serving special teamer than Brendan Rogers and put up better numbers as a tackling specialist, and has the CFL records to back him up. I pick him as the top tackler. Clatney, Howell, and Walker each had a stellar season or game as a punt blocker, but Rod Hill was a phenom in this area throughout his career, and is easily the best punt blocker in Bomber history (his angle to the ball was so exacting from the outside, he did not need a blocking breakdown to get through to the ball). Allan has his own piece of CFL history, but he was the beneficiary of the block in all cases, so I give credit to those who set him up to recover those punt blocks (most often Hill). Long snapper is a thankless position you only notice when you have someone who is bad at it, but it is an invaluable part of special teams. Imagine having to look backwards and upside down between your legs knowing a 300+ lb lineman is going to tee off on you every time when you snap the ball, and you can't afford a screw-up on a distance snap. We have had a pair of beauties in the last 15 years here. Rempel may be more technically proficient, but he has has as much success in his long career in other cities, and Cvetkovic was one of those "glue guys" in the locker room to boot. Great artist and caricaturist, and he also did a killer Arnold Schwartzenegger impression and kept the room from getting too tense. He was also a huge community guy, from his pet shelter and rescue operation to helping with the Haiti earthquake, he won the Ed Kotowich Award for community service. Man bun aside, I'll give it to Cvetty over Rempel by slim margin. Stoddard was dependable holder and very creative with the name and code signal for his trick field goal play, but only ran it once, so that won't earn him my vote. So down to Miller, Hill, and Cvetkovic for me. The thanklessness of the long snapper continues, as Cvetkovic was very reliable but not an all-time league best lime the other 2. Hill was the first true master at punt blocking, but he has been surpassed in career blocks since his retirement. Plus, he has already made the team for his work as a defensive back. Wade Miller showed up at camp and Chris Walby said "hey, who brought their kid to camp and let him play dress-up?" The equivalent to Notre Dame's "Rudy", he played linebacker and fullback and was all heart and guts - the smallest guy who never quit on any play or refused to accept that he was too small, too slow, or too unskilled to make it in the CFL, and just went out and excelled on pure hustle and determination. He gets my vote. Bonus points for staying in the community after his retirement to add to the business community, and then returning to pull the club out of the Joe Mack abyss.