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elise

elise

A Minnesota teen who loves hockey and the Minnesota Wild.

Claimed Blog: 18,568 Reasons Why

BallHype Member since June 2, 2008

Benoit Pouliot - A Case Study
Benoit Pouliot - A Case Study
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — All Minnesota Wild fans know who Benoit Pouliot is - the lanky winger from Ontario who never... quite reached his potential and whose effort was always questioned. He had his ups and downs within Minnesota's system, sometimes showing promise but never having the break out year everyone hoped he ... (more) Benoit Pouliot - A Case Study
Observations from a Post Thanksgiving Wild Win
Observations from a Post Thanksgiving Wild Win
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — I was able to take advantage of the few days I was home this week for Thanksgiving... and get to the Wild's 5-3 victory over division rival Avalanche this afternoon. Having been in a different state since the beginning of training camp, I've only been able to see the Wild play live once this ... (more) Observations from a Post Thanksgiving Wild Win
The Current State of 18,568RW
The Current State of 18,568RW
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — On Tuesday, Steve Lepore over at Puck the Media posted a blog entry with his opinions on... the best blog for each NHL team . 18,568RW made the cut for the Wild. Understandably, not everyone in the comments agreed with that. Obviously, this blog lately hasn't been what it used to be. Updates have ... (more) The Current State of 18,568RW
Wild @ Blackhawks - The "Wild Rumpus"
Wild @ Blackhawks - The "Wild Rumpus"
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — Dustin Byfuglien , a Minneapolis native, and the Chicago Blackhawks take advantage of the current Where the... Wild Things Are publicity for their game against Minnesota. The Wild are in Chicago tonight to take on the Blackhawks at the United Center. I will be in attendance at the game, as will ... (more) Wild @ Blackhawks - The "Wild Rumpus"
Hockey's in the Air
Hockey's in the Air
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — First, I want to apologize for the lack of posts recently. Between closing out my internship from... this summer and getting ready for/moving to/adjusting to college, things have been busy. But hopefully now that I'm more settled in and the season is right around the corner, things will be back to ... (more) Hockey's in the Air
The Meaning of C
The Meaning of C
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — The large C stands proud on the shoulder of 30 National Hockey League players. That C represents... the distinct honor they have of captaining their team. Out of the approximately 600 or so players in the NHL, these 30 have garnered an honor that demands respect from other players, organizations, ... (more) The Meaning of C
Analyzing the Gaborik Situation - Two Months Later
Analyzing the Gaborik Situation - Two Months Later
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — When I finally got around to flipping my Wild calendar to the month of August (and am... now finally getting around to blogging about it, two weeks later), a slightly unpleasant sight struck me - Marian Gaborik . Not that Gaborik himself necessarily causes a negative reaction, but the entire ... (more) Analyzing the Gaborik Situation - Two Months Later
Almost There, Hockey Fans
Almost There, Hockey Fans
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — We're hitting the tough months of summer right now. No hockey, baseball's straining to keep attention (especially... if you're a Twins fan right now), it's hot outside...you understand. But hockey's just around the corner and there's only a little bit of time left where you have to restrain from ... (more) Almost There, Hockey Fans
Cool Hockey Jobs: Steve Wilson, Blackstone
Cool Hockey Jobs: Steve Wilson, Blackstone
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — I'll be running interviews I do throughout the offseason where I'll talk to people who work in... hockey about what they do and why it's awesome. If you work in hockey and would like to be considered as a participant, or if you have any suggestions or people you think would be good for this ... (more) Cool Hockey Jobs: Steve Wilson, Blackstone
Twitter and Free Agency
Twitter and Free Agency
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — First I finally caved and joined Twitter. We'll see how long that lasts. You can find my... page here and follow me to help build my little Twitter world. Second The free agency frenzy has calmed down somewhat, with the Wild now pretty much only waiting to hear from Koivu (although there are ... (more) Twitter and Free Agency
Welcome to Free Agency
Welcome to Free Agency
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — Dear Marian Gaborik , You've finally made it to free agency. Congrats. I'm sure this is an... exciting day for you. This is like a fresh start for you as a player - a new team, a new contract, a new fan base, a new hip... Thank you for your time in Minnesota. We greatly appreciate the goals you ... (more) Welcome to Free Agency
Draft Day
Draft Day
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — Alright, folks. It's draft day. Check out my Wild draft preview over at Cycle Like the Sedins... , who has in-depth draft info for each team. Draft begins at 6pm CT on Versus tonight and continues to tomorrow morning, at 9 am on NHL Network. Let's see what Chuck Flether does in one of his first, ... (more) Draft Day
Front Office Upheaval: How to Completely Change Your NHL Team Prior to July 1
Front Office Upheaval: How to Completely Change Your NHL Team Prior to July 1
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — With star sniper Marian Gaborik 's pending free agency, missing the playoffs, and fan restlessness, people knew... things were going to change during this off season in Minnesota. But who knew there would be this much change. Old... ...New! (even the video/picture quality looks newer, ... (more) Front Office Upheaval: How to Completely Change Your NHL ...
Stanley Cup Finals, Minnesota Style
Stanley Cup Finals, Minnesota Style
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — Congratulations to the Pittsburgh Penguins for doing what they couldn't do a year ago - beat the... Detroit Red Wings to capture the Stanley Cup. And by the Pens we of course mean coach Dan Bylsma's eating habits . But in all seriousness, congratulations to the Pens and the guys who have Minnesota ... (more) Stanley Cup Finals, Minnesota Style
HLOG does Live Blogging
HLOG does Live Blogging
18568reasonswhy.blogspot.com — HLOG is putting together a live blog for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Finals tonight. The... ladies will be together and talking when the Red Wings look to extend their lead over the Penguins at 7pm (CT) tonight on Versus. I'll be joining in on the fun a little late due to a prior commitment, but join ... (more) HLOG does Live Blogging
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