Greg Wyshynski ‏@wyshynski

Las Vegas NHL ticket drive gets 5,000 commitments in 36 hours http://sports.yahoo.com/b...iacontentstory&soc_trk=tw
- AlexF

Casino's I'd bet. Buying tickets to give away to loyal or "High rolling" customers.

https://twitter.com/mynhltraderumor/status/565909310249902082
- VANTEL

Does this guy have any credibility? Come on VANTEL you're better than that.

Casino's I'd bet. Buying tickets to give away to loyal or "High rolling" customers.
- vancity787

That would be my bet. Vegas presents a unique situation for the NHL because of the casino landscape. Given that there is no pro sports team in Las Vegas I can easily see the interest. That said, free tickets to guests doesn't ensure a full capacity crowd in the stands on a nightly basis. I'd envision a lot of empty seats that have been paid for.

Does this guy have any credibility? Come on VANTEL you're better than that.
- vancity787

The way he has been playing, i wouldn't be opposed to hammer for a 1st rounder. We can lose just fine in the playoffs without him.

Does this guy have any credibility? Come on VANTEL you're better than that.
- vancity787

He just copies hockey news so yeah he does. He doesn't predict , he quotes and pastes other insiders stuff

https://twitter.com/mynhltraderumor/status/565909310249902082
- VANTEL

Cox couldn't point Vancouver out on a map and thinks that a Canuck is something that you use on a seal hunt. I wouldn't put to much stock into what he says.

The way he has been playing, i wouldn't be opposed to hammer for a 1st rounder. We can lose just fine in the playoffs without him.
- Retinalz

Cox couldn't point Vancouver out on a map and thinks that a Canuck is something that you use on a seal hunt. I wouldn't put to much stock into what he says.
- CubanBuffet

I am going to stop posting and let everyone talk about nothing


It is a little tidbit to discuss on an off game day , and now I feel like I wrote the damn article myself

Cox couldn't point Vancouver out on a map and thinks that a Canuck is something that you use on a seal hunt. I wouldn't put to much stock into what he says.
- CubanBuffet

That and he hates the Canucks.

That would be my bet. Vegas presents a unique situation for the NHL because of the casino landscape. Given that there is no pro sports team in Las Vegas I can easily see the interest. That said, free tickets to guests doesn't ensure a full capacity crowd in the stands on a nightly basis. I'd envision a lot of empty seats that have been paid for.
- AlexF

As long as they've been paid for....... Not too sure the NHL would give shyt.

Coyotes, panthers, devils attendance are horrid and they DONT sell their seats.

If the building is empty and every seat is sold. Bettman is high fiving the Vegas owner.

I am going to stop posting and let everyone talk about nothing


It is a little tidbit to discuss on an off game day , and now I feel like I wrote the damn article myself
- VANTEL

You couldn't have written it, you know too much about hockey...

I am going to stop posting and let everyone talk about nothing


It is a little tidbit to discuss on an off game day , and now I feel like I wrote the damn article myself
- VANTEL

Thursdays are "Blame Everything on Vantel" day!

I just spilled my coffee!!! God damn it , Vantel, why do you make me do that?!?!

He just copies hockey news so yeah he does. He doesn't predict , he quotes and pastes other insiders stuff
- VANTEL

The Hamhuis thing seemed like more of a suggestion than a rumor.....

"Hey maybe move this guy for a first round pick"

18 more days to the TDL

I am going to stop posting and let everyone talk about nothing


It is a little tidbit to discuss on an off game day , and now I feel like I wrote the damn article myself
- VANTEL

You're always good for stoking conversation Vantel. Don't stop now.

Re the rumors, Bozak could be a decent 2C for us at a cap hit of $4.2m. That would likely spell the end of Bonino. But even though TO might not be thrilled with Bozak's services as a 1C, I doubt they just hand him away and I wouldn't be willing to move more than vets for him.

Trading Hamhuis would net a solid return (more than just a 1st at the TDL) but would also hurt this team in an area we don't have much depth in. This really depends on the long term Benning takes and what his success criteria is for this season.

lol Kassian at 3:11 ish

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eoh8svCW4co

(frank) yeah (frank) yeah!

Chicago is to winnipeg as the canucks are to California.
- manvanfan

In the same time zone?

As long as they've been paid for....... Not too sure the NHL would give shyt.

Coyotes, panthers, devils attendance are horrid and they DONT sell their seats.

If the building is empty and every seat is sold. Bettman is high fiving the Vegas owner.
- vancity787

I agree but it also paints a really dull picture for the franchise. That said, if they simply move Phoenix or Florida to Vegas, it's an upgrade without a doubt. If the create a brand new team for Vegas over a Hamilton, QC, or Seattle location I think it's a downgrade. A sold out building of $40 seats looks good on paper but doesn't translate to rich revenue.

epic....next event: Zogg vs Vantel in Manilla
- Zogg

That's going to be a thrilla!

I think you're right in that Chicago, Los Angeles and San Jose have all taken a step back this year.

LA just looks worn out from playing so much hockey over the past three years, Chicago is still a great team but as you mentioned last night, looks to be getting a bit long in the tooth regarding their top six. Hossa is 36, Sharp is 33 & Richards is 34.

Anaheim and St Louis are the teams to beat in the West I think??
- LeftCoaster

STL is a team to beat. If that D stays healthy this could be the year.

I like a STL/MTL final. Do not be shocked if the Habs are the one team able to buck Gary's system and finally bring the cup back to Canada. If Price can stay healthy that is.

I agree but it also paints a really dull picture for the franchise. That said, if they simply move Phoenix or Florida to Vegas, it's an upgrade without a doubt. If the create a brand new team for Vegas over a Hamilton, QC, or Seattle location I think it's a downgrade. A sold out building of $40 seats looks good on paper but doesn't translate to rich revenue.
- AlexF

I know its a good excuse for me to go to vegas I bet their will be alot of blue sweaters when the nucks come to town.

Bellingham airport here I come!

STL is a team to beat. If that D stays healthy this could be the year.

I like a STL/MTL final. Do not be shocked if the Habs are the one team able to buck Gary's system and finally bring the cup back to Canada. If Price can stay healthy that is.
- LordHumungous

I am cheering for MTL for sure this year even though i'm not a fan. Best chance Canada has. It also doesn't hurt that my dad is a fan of them since he grew up in MTL before moving to Van.

STL is a team to beat. If that D stays healthy this could be the year.

I like a STL/MTL final. Do not be shocked if the Habs are the one team able to buck Gary's system and finally bring the cup back to Canada. If Price can stay healthy that is.
- LordHumungous

That comment/sentiment seems to be voiced every year. I still think Chicago is the best team in the NHL and will show that in the playoffs. LA also has a solid track record of looking decidedly mediocre over 82 games but then switching to champ mode in the playoffs.

I know its a good excuse for me to go to vegas I bet their will be alot of blue sweaters when the nucks come to town.

Bellingham airport here I come!
- vancity787

No doubt. Imagine teams in Seattle and Vegas. The road trip opportunities would be endless.

Thursdays are "Blame Everything on Vantel" day!

I just spilled my coffee!!! God damn it , Vantel, why do you make me do that?!?!
- Marwood

awesome.

I have three big deliverables to submit today. Insane amount of work ahead of me. Thanks a lot Vantel for the scheduling conflict you (frank)ing goof.