I couldn’t believe they played the fall classic mid day on New Year’s Eve when most people were still working. And being on TNT was a terrible idea. Most people I know did t know the game was being played a day early until it was too late. I also think the networks and the league give American fans no credit. They don’t think we will watch Canadian teams. Why aren’t we seeing Conner McDavid or Austin Mathews in this game? I agree the game has lost its novelty but the league is also making a lot of mistakes.
Congrats to Trevor on his 1000th game! I think he was one of Dean Lombardi's first draft picks in 2006.
I wonder if there will be ever be a time when the NHL will not be gate driven. Then the outdoor game could be put somewhere interesting with great TV visuals but maybe not great capacity for ticket sales. Lots of ideas I see are lakes like the one in Lake Tahoe, Central Park, etc.
I couldn’t believe they played the fall classic mid day on New Year’s Eve when most people were still working. And being on TNT was a terrible idea. Most people I know did t know the game was being played a day early until it was too late. I also think the networks and the league give American fans no credit. They don’t think we will watch Canadian teams. Why aren’t we seeing Conner McDavid or Austin Mathews in this game? I agree the game has lost its novelty but the league is also making a lot of mistakes.
As usual…. right on Helene !!
Trevor has always been an unglamorous but necessary part of the Kings. I was so glad when they brought him back.
Ditto to the outdoor games… they’ve become a nonevent to be sure.
Helene, Loving your writing about the LA Kings. Just like old times. I feel like I'm informed when I read your columns. Thank you!
Congrats to Trevor on his 1000th game! I think he was one of Dean Lombardi's first draft picks in 2006.
I wonder if there will be ever be a time when the NHL will not be gate driven. Then the outdoor game could be put somewhere interesting with great TV visuals but maybe not great capacity for ticket sales. Lots of ideas I see are lakes like the one in Lake Tahoe, Central Park, etc.
i agree the outdoor games are just another game on crappy ice... LETS GO KINGS !