skacore 2 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Alright so on March 9th I'm going to my first Wings' game with some buddies, we're from Toronto but we're gonna drive up there for a weekend and watch the wings take on Nashville.... I was wondering what the best way to get an octopus into the Joe would be? should I just buy a small one then like saran wrap it to my leg and keep it under my seat until I want to throw it...? and if I get caught throwing it do I get kicked out? lol... I wanna throw one but I just wanna make sure I don't get kicked out or arrested or some s***, I don't mind getting kicked out if it's the last few minutes but I just wanna know as much about it as possible.. how much do they cost anyways thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blood On The Ice 15 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Alright so on March 9th I'm going to my first Wings' game with some buddies, we're from Toronto but we're gonna drive up there for a weekend and watch the wings take on Nashville.... I was wondering what the best way to get an octopus into the Joe would be? should I just buy a small one then like saran wrap it to my leg and keep it under my seat until I want to throw it...? and if I get caught throwing it do I get kicked out? lol... I wanna throw one but I just wanna make sure I don't get kicked out or arrested or some s***, I don't mind getting kicked out if it's the last few minutes but I just wanna know as much about it as possible.. how much do they cost anyways thanks I have never thrown one, but I've seen a few. From what I remember, everyone I observed brought it in their pants. I have also never seen anyone get thrown out or arrested yet. It seems that throwing a Octy at the Joe is accepted behavior. On one occasion I even seen the usher high five the Octy hurler. Hell even the rink manager Al Saboka gets into it when he comes out to clean it up. Can't help you on the cost. But have fun with it. Just don't throw it when the game is in play. Do it on a time out. Otherwise the wings will get 2 mins for delay of game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
#19forPresident! 1 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 (edited) "There is a certain etiquette that must be followed for fans that wish to throw octopuses onto the ice. The most appropriate time to throw an octopus onto the ice is after the national anthem is sung or after the Red Wings have scored a goal. Under these circumstances, the eight-legged creature must be thrown onto the ice surface in an area that is clear of all players. It is never acceptable to aim for opposing players. Beforehand, octopuses are usually boiled by fans to reduce the amount of "slime" coating and facilitate the time it takes to clean up the ice and prevent further delay. Al Sobotka is the man responsible for removing the thrown creatures from the ice. He is known for swinging the tossed octopuses above his head when walking off the ice. Since Joe Louis Arena does not condone the throwing of any foreign objects onto the ice, fans often sneak the sea creatures in wrapped around their bellies in trash bags. The boiling process also lessens the odor and allows the fans to get past security. Tactics are also used to protect the identity of octopus-throwers from arena security. It is common practice for the hurler to ask the surrounding people to stand up with him to shroud the task in anonymity." Excerpt from an old article that was still linked on wikipedia, there used to be a video somewhere with the Detroit fish market that pre-prepares them specifically for throwing, I'm sure someone around here with a better memory than me will think of it, and maybe even find a link. Sidenote: People who are identified and caught ARE actively removed from games for throwing them. During the playoffs games I attended last year I watched people get escorted out during the Calgary and San Jose series for doing it either after the anthem or very early in the game. Edited March 3, 2008 by #19forPresident! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest LivingtheDream Report post Posted March 3, 2008 You are going to have to crotch it! Also, the real aficionados boil theirs. Far less slime. Another thought. Octopi are actually very smart animals or if you ever ordered it at Greek Town, it is VERY good to eat! Do you want to have one die just for being trash on the ice? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uk_redwing 495 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Another thought. Octopi are actually very smart animals or if you ever ordered it at Greek Town, it is VERY good to eat! Do you want to have one die just for being trash on the ice? Thats hippy talk. Boil that thing and get throwing son! We'll all be looking out for ya... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,803 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 How can anyone be so disgusting as to put a slimy octopus with all those legs down their pants or up their shirt? I'm not an overly squemish person, but that would just be unbearable. Well, I guess if you're drunk enough, there's no stopping someone from doing anything. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayUp88 1 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 I don't think i will be able to throw one from up were my seats are but i would love to see someone else throw it out there. :octo: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e_mcgrath88 0 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Don't do it during the regular season please.. the tradition is to throw it during the playoffs.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WingsallTheway 383 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 i watched my first hockey game last year in detroit on march 14th and they also played nashville, it was one of the greatest things ive ever seen and im sure you and your friends will enjoy it as long as you are huge wings fans! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OsGOD 3 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Down yer pants... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwfan007 18 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Don't do it during the regular season please.. the tradition is to throw it during the playoffs.. i believe it worked in yesterday's game... toss those sea creatures! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest octopusdank Report post Posted March 3, 2008 You are going to have to crotch it! Also, the real aficionados boil theirs. Far less slime. Another thought. Octopi are actually very smart animals or if you ever ordered it at Greek Town, it is VERY good to eat! Do you want to have one die just for being trash on the ice? hell yes there are enough in the ocean Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest octopusdank Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Thats hippy talk. Boil that thing and get throwing son! We'll all be looking out for ya... cheers!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frozen-Man 144 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Thats hippy talk. Boil that thing and get throwing son! We'll all be looking out for ya... TRUE, TRUE Throw that slimy sucker. It makes me smile every time it happens :octo: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maltbymaniac 13 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 quick tip boil,bag it stick it in the sleave of your coat(so its kinda under your armpit)bingo-bango your in there like swimwear.just as long as your not toting in a bag of stuff or something you walk right in.btw i cant see them throwing you out the game for that ITS TRADITION not vandalisim.i will be ther and looking forward to your throwing of the octopi. GO WINGS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maltbymaniac 13 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 (edited) Down yer pants... holy smokes that is one scary avatar sorry meant to reply not quote Edited March 3, 2008 by maltbymaniac Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pjgj13 30 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 The person who started the octopus tradition is a great-uncle of mine, on my dad's side. I never knew him as he passed long before I was born. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OsGOD 3 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 holy smokes that is one scary avatar sorry meant to reply not quote TY scary is what we were aiming for Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nero 20 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Looking forward to seeing and octopus on the ice on March 9th, then Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut22 81 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 TY scary is what we were aiming for I thought we were aiming for sexy? as for the octopus, I have never done it, But i love seeing them being throw to the ice! I dont know if I personally wouldnt risk getting thrown out (haha if I am driving over for the game I am not going to waste my tickets!) But best of luck to you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OsGOD 3 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 I thought we were aiming for sexy? as for the octopus, I have never done it, But i love seeing them being throw to the ice! I dont know if I personally wouldnt risk getting thrown out (haha if I am driving over for the game I am not going to waste my tickets!) But best of luck to you! Its so sexy its scary Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown Red Wings 245 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 (edited) The person who started the octopus tradition is a great-uncle of mine, on my dad's side. I never knew him as he passed long before I was born. Isn't Pete Cousimano still alive? Edited March 3, 2008 by Hockeytown Red Wings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingnut22 81 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Its so sexy its scary works for me!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blood On The Ice 15 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Isn't Pete Cousimano still alive? Indeed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Never_Retire_Steve 35 Report post Posted March 3, 2008 Love it every time it happens, one of the traditions that makes you proud to be a Wings fan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
