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December 30, 2009
SportsFilter: The Wednesday Huddle:
A place to discuss the sports stories that aren't making news, share links that aren't quite front-page material, and diagram plays on your hand. Remember to count to five Mississippi before commenting in anger.
A Junior C linesman is fighting for his life at the hospital in London, Ont. after having his throat accidentally sliced open during a fight.
posted by Ufez Jones at 02:11 PM on December 30, 2009
A Junior C linesman is fighting for his life at the hospital in London, Ont. after having his throat accidentally sliced open during a fight.
Like one of the comments on CBC, I too am struck by the fact that they felt it newsworthy to report how and when the suspended game will be concluded.
Unfortunately, this is just one of those things that "can" happen between the boards in hockey. Fingers crossed for a full recovery for Mr. Brown.
posted by Spitztengle at 03:39 PM on December 30, 2009
212 NFL players could lose part of free agency rights
Is there any players union that is more incompetent than the one in the NFL?
posted by graymatters at 05:12 PM on December 30, 2009
Is there any players union that is more incompetent than the one in the NFL?
The NHLPA could give any union a run for the Wreath of Incompentence.
posted by tommybiden at 07:06 PM on December 30, 2009
Unfortunately, this is just one of those things that "can" happen between the boards in hockey.
The other unfortunate thing is that there is throat/neck protection available for about 15 bucks.
How many players/officials will have to suffer near lethal injuries on the ice before neck guards become mandatory for more than just the U16 players.
posted by BoKnows at 10:42 PM on December 30, 2009
Potential goal of 2009 : Dragan Stojkovic scores a goal, gets sent off for scoring, then gets an email from UEFA President Michel Platini congratulating him on his finishing.
Not bad considering he's the manager.