Cern 0 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 Both Kelly and Ron on CBC's 'Behind the Mask' think the restriction is bogus, but they made the good point that riling up the crowd ultimately dosen't win hockey games; if it did the Wings would have won every home playoff game for ages now. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cirov19 1 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 (edited) Wow... That is all I can say. The best thing to do is show the NHL why we're Hockeytown and find a way around this. And LMAO at Ontario Wingsfan. Edited April 19, 2008 by cirov19 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barrie 900 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 If we make it to the Finals, I'm sure Iron Mike will tell Al it's ok to be fined a few times. I still don't understand why the league would do this. Are they trying to discourage Wings fans from throwing octopus on the ice? It's Detroit we're talking about, we'll just throw more. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HomeNugget 2 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 so now gary wants to make it like golf. a little bit of cheering is ok, but only after a goal is scored. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
spyder 0 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 I've got the solution, throw the octopus into the visiting bench. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RoninJai 5 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 Once again Bettman shows his absolute hatred and personal vendetta towards the Detroit Red Wings. He has absolutely no business make a statement like that, regardless of what mouthpiece it came from. If I were Illitch, I'd show him my contempt of him every time I met him. (Preferrably with a good swift kick in the cojones, but thats just me.) It's no wonder the NHL is so FUBARED. The Wings are one of, if not THE premiere organization in the league, and instead of allowing them the respect they deserve, like most other leagues, they are beaten and battered by the head office at every opportunity, while the higher ups bend over backwards to service armpit franchises like Nashville. More and more, I'm wondering if the NHL will even survive Bettman's tenure. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HomeNugget 2 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 I've got the solution, throw the octopus into the visiting bench. this is brilliant. drop it right on trotz's head. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckloo39 5,686 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 Bettman's behind it, I hear. This is Bettman's brother, Davey Bettman, whom the family hides away from the rest of the world. Bettman finds the flinging of his brother's lookalike disrespectful and therefore is punishing the Wings. Seriously, what are they thinking trying to stop a 56 year old tradition in the NHL? Especially one that isn't hurting anyone (except the octopus, of course). Maybe it's a new PETA thing? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vangvace 12 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 Seriously, what are they thinking trying to stop a 56 year old tradition in the NHL? Especially one that isn't hurting anyone (except the octopus, of course). Maybe it's a new PETA thing? All teams are supposed to be exactly the same. Every arena is supposed to be exactly the same down to the hot dog vender and leaning drunk in the bathroom. Our tradition flies in the face of that, as shown by the versus commercials. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thegerkin 189 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 Bettman's behind it, I hear. This is Bettman's brother, Davey Bettman, whom the family hides away from the rest of the world. Bettman finds the flinging of his brother's lookalike disrespectful and therefore is punishing the Wings. Seriously, what are they thinking trying to stop a 56 year old tradition in the NHL? Especially one that isn't hurting anyone (except the octopus, of course). Maybe it's a new PETA thing? ^^ hahahaha, awesome Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Z and D for the C 712 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 He should skate around the rink 5 times swinging it as wildly as he possible can. If he gets fined, I'll donate to help pay it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 I think a perfectly do-able and perfect statement would be to chuck the octopi on the ice, and have a giant fake check for 10,000 made out to Gary Bettman chucked out. Al should wave the check above his head, too. This could incite the final revolt league-wide against Bettman! A single act of defiance can show just how little respect the most important franchise in the NHL has for the leader. When a respected group or person defies a leader, it undermines the leader and ultimately leads to their demise. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Memphisfire 0 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 Once again Bettman shows his absolute hatred and personal vendetta towards the Detroit Red Wings. He has absolutely no business make a statement like that, regardless of what mouthpiece it came from. If I were Illitch, I'd show him my contempt of him every time I met him. (Preferrably with a good swift kick in the cojones, but thats just me.) It's no wonder the NHL is so FUBARED. The Wings are one of, if not THE premiere organization in the league, and instead of allowing them the respect they deserve, like most other leagues, they are beaten and battered by the head office at every opportunity, while the higher ups bend over backwards to service armpit franchises like Nashville. More and more, I'm wondering if the NHL will even survive Bettman's tenure. maybe this armpit hicktown team with tootoo will beat ur a** Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 maybe this armpit hicktown team with tootoo will beat ur a** If the NHL ever collapsed I would want several of the franchises to form a new league and keep teams like Florida, Nashville, etc, out of it. Can you said a league with only the Canadian, New England (and New York), Dallas, Detroit, St. Louis, Chicago, Colorado and San Jose? I smell success! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maltbymaniac 13 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 this is just plain crappy and no need for it. I HATE YOU GARY BETTMAN! UGGHH Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maltbymaniac 13 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 I HATE YOU GARY BETTMAN! UGGHH.....*stomps away* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Memphisfire 0 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 If the NHL ever collapsed I would want several of the franchises to form a new league and keep teams like Florida, Nashville, etc, out of it. Can you said a league with only the Canadian, New England (and New York), Dallas, Detroit, St. Louis, Chicago, Colorado and San Jose? I smell success! yea that would be called the whining baby league Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vangvace 12 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 yea that would be called the whining baby league Welcome. Now try to post something useful please instead of trolling if your going to post. Might I recommend something in the photoshop thread? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Sergei Fedorov91 24 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 Go back to to the NBA Bettman you a#@ li#$#@ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blood On The Ice 15 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 The NHL And Buttman have been out to kill tradition for years. Started out by changing the conference and divsion names. That still burns my ass. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Echolalia 2,961 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 seriously... seriously. we need to get a bunch of toy or stuffed octipi for the crowd, and we should just swing them obnoctiously during the games. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EuroTwinLove40 0 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 I don't understand why just NOW they've decided this warrants a fine?? It's not like this is something Al just started doing! This stupid fine is so random and has no basis! Don't want to "incite the fans"!? Incite them to do what....Cheer!? God forbid that happens! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DeuxEx 0 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 I don't understand this. They want him to stop swinging it around because it makes the fans cheer? That doesn't make sense. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chelios57 31 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 Petition anyone? P.S. I have no idea how to start one so don't look at me. Haha. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
heinz57 11 Report post Posted April 19, 2008 seriously... seriously. we need to get a bunch of toy or stuffed octipi for the crowd, and we should just swing them obnoctiously during the games. I like that idea. Not being allowed to swing the octopus is so stupid. I hate bettman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites