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Some Saturday Hockey News
IllegalCurve.com —
... It appears Theo Fleury’s attempted comeback to the NHL may be motivated, in part, by money, writes James Mirtle. When you read that Fleury made over $40 million in his NHL career and may need this comeback for cash, you realize just how deep his problems have been over the years. ...
Making the case: Theoren Fleury
Section 303 —
... Now, let’s be honest, the 5′6″ Saskatoon native isn’t the same player as he once was. But, that being said, he’s motivated to prove he can comeback, not a lot of teams are going to take a flier on him so he’s in relatively low demand, according to Mirtle’s blog he needs money and apparently he’s been working out since February to try and get in game-shape so he’s dedicated. All important ingredients to making a team believe he’s serious. ...
Empty Netter Assists - 8-9-09
Empty Netters —
... -We know this might be shocking but please bear with us. The reason former Flames forward Theo Fleury - an individual who has made a few questionable life choices (to be kind) - is considering an NHL comeback... could be... might be... based on the fact he needs money. ...
Sunday Links: Day 4 of the "Belfour Experiment"
St. Louis Game Time —
... It's true. Theo Fleury wants back in the game. From Mirtle's establishment, it sounds like Theo is having hard times financially. ...
Sunday linkage - Theo Fleury wants back in, Marian Hossa meets Stanley
PensBurgh —
... shorty with the Pens down not one but two guys. [Faceoff Factor]
Ed Belfour's back in the NHL. Kinda. His playing days are behind him at least, as he officially signed on as a goaltending consultant for the St. Louis Blues. [THN]
Speaking of wanting back in the NHL - Theo Fleury is looking to mount a Claude Lemieux-like comeback. James Mirtle touches up on some of the unfortunate reasons for his return. [From the Rink]
This should get a laugh. Marian Hossa met a goat named ...
Catching Up With The Past
Greatest Hockey Legends.com —
... Quinn never made it to the NHL, but his story is an rare and amazing one nonetheless. (Boston Globe) Similar story for Martin Raymond . The McGill coaching legend is also heading to the AHL. (Montreal Gazette) Did you know Sandis Ozolinsh is back where he started , with the Russian team Dynamo Riga? Neither did I. He did not play anywhere last season. (Hockey Observer) You know doubt heard that Theo Fleury might make a comeback attempt to the NHL. James Mirtle found the unfortunate truth behind any such thoughts. Sad, sad story. The St. ...
Monday notes: Nashville's goalie pipeline, and a rather unique wedding
On the Forecheck —
... sets buyout plan for feuding co-owners of Tampa Bay Lightning - St. Petersburg Times Oren Koules and Len Barrie, the quarreling owners of the Tampa Bay Lightning, might finally be on a path that will leave the team in one of their hands. Interestingly, a big obstacle is how the survivor will service $100 million owed to the former owners of the team (a similar loan to the $10 million that Craig Leipold loaned "Boots" Del Biaggio during the Predators sale).
The unfortunate truth behind Fleury's comeback - From The Rink Dr. Mirtle does the homework to ...
Monday Morning Links
Mile High Hockey —
... change. Why am I better than Patrick Kane? This very weekend my wife and I had a short cab ride home from my 20th high school reunion (ugh). The fare? $8.90. I gave him a $20, he gave me $11. That's right, he shorted me a dime and didn't even ask! Did I go batshit crazy? Nope. Personally, I appreciated him simplifying the transaction and allowing me to avoid having loose change in my pocket. I hate loose change.
Old friend former Avalanche Theo Fleury is thinking about coming back to the NHL. Good for him.
And, yes, speaking of comebacks, ...
Links (But Nothing About Golf)
The Goose's Roost —
... to defend him and is still giving out autographs. Oh yeah, and the cab driver in the incident doesn’t have a valid driver’s license.
-The Maine Hockey Journal thinks the Grier signing all but means Tim Kennedy and Nathan Gerbe will start the season with the Portland Pirates. They also don’t think GMDR is done signing players for the farm team.
-The immortal Theo Fleury is attempting an NHL comeback. However, Mirtle reveals it may not be for the reasons you think.
-Ryan’s been a literary ...
Fleury Comeback With A Fury – Realistic, Fantasy or Ploy?
The Hockey Writers —
... James Mirtle (From The Rink) stated: “This could very well turn out to be the feel good story of the season, should a team take Fleury up on his comeback bid and allow him to suit up, six years later, in the NHL. But I think it’s also fairly clear that the popular former star is, financially speaking, not in the best place right now.” Mirtle’s points are well taken at the time of print, but I cannot say I enjoy reading Fleury’s exact financial records over the past number of years. Do we really need to see that information to draw conclusions on these type situations? ...
Why Theo Fleury's comeback is the story of the preseason
Puck Daddy —
... With his past demons seemingly behind him -- even with his comeback likely being financially motivated -- Fleury's goal to suit up again in the National Hockey League on a full-time basis is edging closer to coming to fruition. ...
