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Two degrees of Mike Sillinger addiction strikes again
Two degrees of Mike Sillinger addiction strikes again
With 1,049 games played over 17 NHL seasons with 12 different franchises, New York Islanders forward Mike Sillinger is more than just the go-to guy for journeyman jokes -- he's a cult figure in hockey circles for his longevity. In 2008, a bold project began on the venerable HF Boards based on ...
Two Degrees of Mike Sillinger
Two Degrees of Mike Sillinger
stlouisgametime.com — As a poster over at the Hockey's Future messageboards realized, current Islander and former Blue (and former Predator, Coyote, Blue Jacket, Senator, Panther, Lightning, Flyer, Canuck, Duck and Red Wing) Mike Sillinger can now be connected to any ... (more) Two Degrees of Mike Sillinger
Two Degrees of Mike Sillinger
hfboards.com — Alexander Frolov, LA Kings 2007-2008 Ladislav Nagy, LA Kings 2007-2008 Ladislav Nagy, Phoenix Coyotes 2003-2004 Mike Sillinger, Phoenix Coyotes 2003-2004 Nice try! Fact is, Sillinger has played for 12 teams over 17 years. Assuming each team has 25 ... (more) Two Degrees of Mike Sillinger
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Empty Netter Assists - Eastern Conference - 1-14-09
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