Winter Classic Big Success
January 2, 2008
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With over 71,000 fans packing in to the home of the Buffalo Bills and higher American television ratings then the National Hockey League has seen in 10 years, the Winter Classic can safely be called a success. Throw in a light snowfall and a shootout goal for league poster boy Sidney Crosby and you’ve got the ultimate late Christmas gift for Gary Bettman.
I only caught the highlights but it was quite a scene - huge crowds, snow on the ice and Sid the Kid dancing around the ice, scoring goals and making plays. There is a good chance that this success will lead to the outdoor game becoming an annual event - lots of speculation at this point, nothing solid.
Brisebois Almost Back
January 2, 2008
With the Habs on a roll through their just-ended 6 game road trip, talk of injuries has been on the backburner. While there are no serious scratches, defensemen Patrice Brisebois has been out since December 10th with a shoulder injury, Bryan Smolinski has been out since December 6th with a knee strain, Steve Begin has been out since December with a shoulder injury and rookie Brian O’Byrne will be out for another two weeks with a broken thumb.
Head coach Guy Carbonneau doesn’t want to rush these players back into the lineup despite Brisebois being at the ready as of this morning. Given the Canadiens recent success, I think he’s making the right move. Expect to see Brisebois back in action on Saturday against the Capitals.
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