I'd like the Leafs organization to provide some clarity on whether - when they put (/permit) all team members in a 'Black Lives Matter' T-shirt for a nice photo-op and training session - they support the BLM Foundation Inc organization, or whether this is a statement to show that the organization/team is 'aware' of recent societal developments, and would like to show some support from black players in the NHL (and the rights of blacks around the world etc. etc.).

A t-shirt with 'TML against discrimination' would be much much more appropriate - although in the eyes of the marketing team definitely not as catchy as shouting 'BLM!'.

for those of you thinking this is not a serious issue - please read up on the history of communism, and how thought police is the first step of limiting the rights of individuals.
I find it creepy to see there is not 1 single player that feels comfortable to say 'I don't want to wear this shirt' (and I can bet you there are guys that actually think for themselves and do not think this is a good idea).

A sports organization should not be used for political goals - seems a very simple and logical observation/rule.

For now, I'm very disappointed in this organization because of this shallow messaging - I'd rather have Leafs put some effort in a programme to make sure hockey in the toronto area stays accesible for all youth players.

(look at English Premier League and players (including blacks) doing a 180 on BLM messaging).
- MaximusAurelius

I completely agree, 100%.

MLSEL is a communist organization without principles.

The question is: are you?

Will you demonstrate your morality by turning your back on the Leafs, or are you just another hypocrite sheep who complains on the internet but does nothing, allowing the forces of evil to win?

Are you a man of your word or not?

Your move, Max.

We will all be holding your feet to the fire on this one.

(frank) off. Jesus (frank)ing Christ.
- burn

Why are using Jesus name with curse words? I find that offensive.

You should follow your own advice...

I completely agree, 100%.

MLSEL is a communist organization without principles.

The question is: are you?

Will you demonstrate your morality by turning your back on the Leafs, or are you just another hypocrite sheep who complains on the internet but does nothing, allowing the forces of evil to win?

Are you a man of your word or not?

Your move, Max.

We will all be holding your feet to the fire on this one.
- Atomic Wedgie

🤔🤔

I'd like the Leafs organization to provide some clarity on whether - when they put (/permit) all team members in a 'Black Lives Matter' T-shirt for a nice photo-op and training session - they support the BLM Foundation Inc organization, or whether this is a statement to show that the organization/team is 'aware' of recent societal developments, and would like to show some support from black players in the NHL (and the rights of blacks around the world etc. etc.).

A t-shirt with 'TML against discrimination' would be much much more appropriate - although in the eyes of the marketing team definitely not as catchy as shouting 'BLM!'.

for those of you thinking this is not a serious issue - please read up on the history of communism, and how thought police is the first step of limiting the rights of individuals.
I find it creepy to see there is not 1 single player that feels comfortable to say 'I don't want to wear this shirt' (and I can bet you there are guys that actually think for themselves and do not think this is a good idea).

A sports organization should not be used for political goals - seems a very simple and logical observation/rule.

For now, I'm very disappointed in this organization because of this shallow messaging - I'd rather have Leafs put some effort in a programme to make sure hockey in the toronto area stays accesible for all youth players.

(look at English Premier League and players (including blacks) doing a 180 on BLM messaging).
- MaximusAurelius

Who gives a sh!t? I literally would not have known the Leafs wore some T shirts unless you were here b!tching about it.

If you don't like something, change the channel. It's really, really easy.

Of course, you won't. You will keep whining about how "dangerous" it is that some Leaf players wore a (frank)ing T shirt.

Who gives a sh!t? I literally would not have known the Leafs wore some T shirts unless you were here b!tching about it.

If you don't like something, change the channel. It's really, really easy.

Of course, you won't. You will keep whining about how "dangerous" it is that some Leaf players wore a (frank)ing T shirt.
- Leafs43

Voting with your time and your wallet is really one of the best features of capitalism

Voting with your time and your wallet is really one of the best features of capitalism
- TheMussel

Does Max even like capitalism?

I'd hate to think he is a communist stooge who just accepts pinko viewpoints shoved down his throat.

Voting with your time and your wallet is really one of the best features of capitalism
- TheMussel

Yes, but they are taking those options away, in the social media space, when so called open platforms ban people for their opinions. When alternate apps like gab, etc etc are delisted. When some sites aren't treated the same by platforms that benefit from legal protection as a platform, but then they start picking and choosing who can be on those sites.

watched the righteous gemstones

was very entertained
- TheMussel

That show is awesome.

Yes, but they are taking those options away, in the social media space, when so called open platforms ban people for their opinions. When alternate apps like gab, etc etc are delisted. When some sites aren't treated the same by platforms that benefit from legal protection as a platform, but then they start picking and choosing who can be on those sites.
- kaptaan

Go start your own website with your own rules.

You can be a sh!thead all you want. That doesn't mean that private companies have to let you be a sh!thead on their website.

Go start your own website with your own rules.

You can be a sh!thead all you want. That doesn't mean that private companies have to let you be a sh!thead on their website.
- Leafs43

Ingenious!

You are the FASCIST. YOU are who you claim not to be.

You are trying to stifle people's voice and opinions on an opinion site. You are applying classic commie tactics using the site authority to come after people like stammer, max, jfj, Drexel, myself, etc etc...

You are so fragile...
- kaptaan

Yeah there’s a real list of MENSA members whose opinions society would bemoan the loss of if I ever heard one. Keep up the important work. We’re counting on you.

Yes, but they are taking those options away, in the social media space, when so called open platforms ban people for their opinions. When alternate apps like gab, etc etc are delisted. When some sites aren't treated the same by platforms that benefit from legal protection as a platform, but then they start picking and choosing who can be on those sites.
- kaptaan

Ah man, some sites limit the amount of racist sh!t you can say and wont tolerate your bs.

That is tough.
Thoughts.

I'd like the Leafs organization to provide some clarity on whether - when they put (/permit) all team members in a 'Black Lives Matter' T-shirt for a nice photo-op and training session - they support the BLM Foundation Inc organization, or whether this is a statement to show that the organization/team is 'aware' of recent societal developments, and would like to show some support from black players in the NHL (and the rights of blacks around the world etc. etc.).

A t-shirt with 'TML against discrimination' would be much much more appropriate - although in the eyes of the marketing team definitely not as catchy as shouting 'BLM!'.

for those of you thinking this is not a serious issue - please read up on the history of communism, and how thought police is the first step of limiting the rights of individuals.
I find it creepy to see there is not 1 single player that feels comfortable to say 'I don't want to wear this shirt' (and I can bet you there are guys that actually think for themselves and do not think this is a good idea).

A sports organization should not be used for political goals - seems a very simple and logical observation/rule.

For now, I'm very disappointed in this organization because of this shallow messaging - I'd rather have Leafs put some effort in a programme to make sure hockey in the toronto area stays accesible for all youth players.

(look at English Premier League and players (including blacks) doing a 180 on BLM messaging).
- MaximusAurelius

Theres shouldnt be anything political about black lives matter. Its no surprise you are upset with this.
How do you know every player didnt want to wear that tshirt? Support that message

Das boot is a classic tho.

It’s on a ship, so not claustrophobic, but everything is done to specs, and it’s non-stop action. Plus, Tom Hanks.
- Arctic_AARDVARK

Not a big fan of hanks, but that movie looks good

You are the FASCIST. YOU are who you claim not to be.

You are trying to stifle people's voice and opinions on an opinion site. You are applying classic commie tactics using the site authority to come after people like stammer, max, jfj, Drexel, myself, etc etc...

You are so fragile...
- kaptaan

I dont believe jfj would want mentioned in that group of racist pieces of sh!t. Maybe max might not wanna either.

Ah man, some sites limit the amount of racist sh!t you can say and wont tolerate your bs.

That is tough.
Thoughts.
- Fakepartofme

Ok. That's fine. But I didn't see any of the guys I listed post anything racist.

I believe you said anyone who supports President Trump is a racist. Which is factually certifiably false.

You are the FASCIST. YOU are who you claim not to be.

You are trying to stifle people's voice and opinions on an opinion site. You are applying classic commie tactics using the site authority to come after people like stammer, max, jfj, Drexel, myself, etc etc...

You are so fragile...
- kaptaan

ah, he counters with the, "I know you are but what am I?" move..classic

ah, he counters with the, "I know you are but what am I?" move..classic
- senstroll

He actually called max a fascist... And I responded in defense of max.

He actually called max a fascist... And I responded in defense of max.
- kaptaan

so a proxy was used to make the play..interesting

Poor Chicago....trade all star Lehner at TDL, now Crawford unfit to play...Oilers will love this
- jimi james

Hawks looking for #1 pick anyways, they’re probably happy.

You are the FASCIST. YOU are who you claim not to be.

You are trying to stifle people's voice and opinions on an opinion site. You are applying classic commie tactics using the site authority to come after people like stammer, max, jfj, Drexel, myself, etc etc...

You are so fragile...
- kaptaan

You confuse calling out someone a racist with stifling opinion. I am not sure you understand exactly how communist or fascist governments stifled people’s voices but it generally went further than online comments or amusing memes.

If you want to be a heroic crusader, be prepared to take a little heat. If you’re the one who’s too fragile to take criticism for you idiocy, just keep you mouth shut. Your call snowflake.

You confuse calling out someone a racist with stifling opinion. I not sure you understand exactly how communist or fascist governments stifled people’s voices but it generally went further than online comments or amusing memes.

If you want to be a heroic crusader, be prepared to take a little heat. If you’re the one who’s too fragile to take criticism for you idiocy, just keep you mouth shut. Your call snowflake.
- Canada Cup

I called him out for his tactics. He actually called max a fascist, who I defended for what he wrote.

Your call Safe Space...

I called him out for his tactics. He actually called max a fascist, who I defended for what he wrote.

Your call Safe Space...
- kaptaan

So calling someone a fascist is illegal now?

I called him out for his tactics. He actually called max a fascist, who I defended for what he wrote.

Your call Safe Space...
- kaptaan

I’m not crying about people stifling opinions. I’m just saying that you and Max are being called out for your idiotic opinions. Seems to me that you’re the one crying for a safe place.

“Oh, stop the communist persecution. You’re stifling opinion and taking away my rights.”

Again, act like an bumhole and be prepared to be called an bumhole.

WARNING - Hockey related post

Nicky in rare territory

Stephen Burtch
@stephen_burtch
Here is the list of players in OHL history that have scored more than 1.10 goals per gp in 40+ gp before their 19 yr season in the OHL.

Eric Lindros in 1990-91 - 1.33 goals per gp.

Tony Tanti in 1980-81 - 1.25 goals per gp (age 17)

Nick Robertson - 1.20 goals per gp in 2019-20

EL and TT were younger (17)
The next closest recent was Kane at 18, scored 62 in 58 games

oh forgot Tavares, who had an insane GPG at age 16