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The Law and the Rules (air date: April 4, 2011)

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athletesangle.com -Ryan and the crew take a closer look at athletes being held criminally responsible for their actions on the playing field. In particular, Ryan and the crew review incidents involving Zdeno Chara, Todd Bertuzzi, Marty McSorley, Dino Ciccarelli, and Austin Hoekstra, the minor hockey player from Edmonton that was severely injured after getting butt-ended by another player.

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Take 5… What Chara did, old lady Wickenheiser, NCAA crushing dreams, Brier stories, and tight NHL standings.

Posted on March 14, 2011 by | 1 Comment
Here on Take 5… we’re going to give you a quick run down on the 5 most interesting sports stories of the previous week along with our takes on each story.

This stanchion should do the trick...

Max Pacioretty said he’s ‘disgusted’ that the NHL did not discipline Zdeno Chara for the gruesome hit that left him with a broken vertebra. The Quebec police opened an investigation into the hit, Air Canada sent a letter to the NHL threatening to end their sponsorship, and politicians, like Ignatieff, are commenting on the hot topic. Did the NHL get this right?

Ryan: Zdeno Chara’s reaction told the entire story! He was not surprised nor shocked that Pacioretty hit the partition. If he had, then I could believe it wasn’t intentional. If your actions intend and result in an injury suspension is warranted! The NHL misses another opportunity to be proactive against concussions and dropped the ball once again.
Dallas: The NHL got the non-suspension right (queue gasp from Henry). Remember the old days when we would watch turn-buckle hits on Rock’em Sock’em hockey and laugh? If only somebody had been able to predict that these hits could cause major injuries.
Henry: GASP!!! In response to Dallas and the fact that I kind of agree with him.  Although I don’t think this hit was especially nasty, I think a penalty was awarded on the ice and a player was injured.  A token 3-5 game suspension just felt right here, based solely on those criteria.

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Take 5… Palmer out, Iran is halucinating, Regina remains domeless, BYU player has coitus, Cubs pillow fight.

Posted on March 7, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Here on Take 5… we’re going to give you a quick run down on the 5 most interesting sports stories of the previous week along with our takes on each story.

That`s where the $80 million came from!

Last week, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback, Carson Palmer, told the press that he will never set foot in Cincinnati’s Paul Brown Stadium ever again. He said he has $80-million in the bank and is prepared to live his life beyond football. He only wants to play for fun and he can’t do that losing every year. If you’re the Bengals GM do you move this guy before this situation gets worse?

Henry:  Why would you move him?  The Bengals never do anything right and keep unhappy players all the damn time.  You call this bluff and ride out this existing ridiculous contract until 2014 with your below average quarterback.  He, Ocho, and Marvin Lewis can have it out all year.  It will be, by far, the most entertaining thing the Bengals do all year.
Dallas: You have to trade him; however, that doesn’t mean you can’t stick it to him. If Palmer wants to win so badly, I eat most of his contract and trade him to New England, Indianapolis, Green Bay, or New Orleans, where he’ll win 9 to 12 games every year holding the clipboard!
Ryan: Just cut ties with him and let him go the way of his former USC teammate Matt Leinart and see if he can find another team willing to make him their starter. The guy isn’t good enough to hold a franchise hostage like this.

I still say it`s a pink centaur walking towards me in a menacing manner. I don`t care what Iran says.

Iran objects to the logo for the 2012 London Olympics, contending it is racist because it resembles the word “Zion.”  Iran is urging other Islamic states to oppose the “racist” logo and possibly even boycott the Games.  When you look at the logo what do you see?

Henry:  I clearly see the word ZIZO in an obvious shout out to the planners favorite movie, The Life Aquatic with Steve Zissou.  Great move by the planners to pan an homage to this terrific movie.  Are we really listening to calls of racism from Iran?  The holocaust denying, refusing to play against Israeli athlete, homophobes?  Do they really symbolize the spirit of the Olympics?
Dallas: Here’s what happened: the rest of the world got together to figure out a way to tell London that their logo sucked. Iran drew the shortest straw and had to lay the news on their buds. The excuse Iran came up with was horrible but hopefully London gets the message and their feelings aren’t hurt.
Ryan: So ridiculous! I love the Olympics and how it is such a huge global sporting event. With that greatness comes the downside of many athletes and countries using it to make a political stand. It’s sad that people love to kill the purity that the Olympics is supposed to be.

Dome? We don`t want no stinkin dome. Oh wait, we do.

The Federal government of Canada sent out a notice this week across the country that it will not help fund professional sports facilities. The letter stated there is no program in place nor will one be started. This has stopped Saskatchewan’s plan for a new stadium and now Quebec City and Edmonton’s arena’s may be in trouble. Do you agree with the governments stance?

Ryan: As long as there are citizens of Canada waiting months for MRI’s and other medical procedures, the federal government can NOT give money to build playgrounds for millionaires to make billionaires money.
Henry: The Fed’s have drawn their line in the sand and no money will be coming.  This is a wake up call for the Stadium project to find other ways to make this happen like a community revitalization levy (CRL) or more investors.  I think the bigger issue here now is that the purchase proposal for the land has now lapsed.
Dallas: Although it’s devastating to Rider Nation it was predicted by me. However, as devastating as this is, it will further pull Rider Nation together and they will be an unstoppable force going into the upcoming seasons. Rider Nation in a dome never made sense anyways.

It no longer says 0 on Davies BYU jersey or his V-Card.

BYU men’s basketball team has dismissed star sophomore Brandon Davies from the team for reportedly admitting to having premarital sex with his girlfriend. The school’s honor code forbids students from engaging in this behavior.  Did the punishment fit the crime and should universities be allowed to dictate the personal lives of their students?

Dallas: By society’s standards, the punishment did not fit the crime. By BYU’s standards, the punishment certainly did fit the crime and good for the school for sticking to their principles.
Henry:  Although I agree that universities can dictate the personal lives of students, I am not praising BYU for this move.  Whatever happened to forgiveness?  Maybe a 1-2 game suspension for this transgression?  Did we not forgive Joseph Smith for his crimes of theft and polygamy?
Ryan: At first I was irate and felt bad for Brandon Davies. It seemed like, on the surface, that he had been wronged by his educational institute. However as time has passed, I’ve realized he was clearly aware of the Honor Code at BYU and it’s ramifications of violating it. In a world in which NCAA teams are constantly hiding rule infractions it is nice to see a school stand strong. GO BYU!

Picture, 1000 words, Bieber pillow to the balls.

The preseason isn’t even over and the Chicago Cubs are already fighting one another.  Reportedly, the fight started after Carlos Silva said “We gotta make some plays” and another player took it personally. Are fights between teammates ever good for team chemistry?

Dallas: Fighting within a team could actually be a good thing sometimes and it can show how passionate players are about winning. This fight however, is the complete opposite! Somebody should have broken this thing up by reminding everybody that they all get paid, win or lose.
Henry:  I’m so petty that I would never forget something like this but if these guys can move past it then this is a great thing that demonstrates their passion for winning.  If I see some actual punches thrown next time, then I will be ready to call the Cubs for the MLB Championships.
Ryan: I’ve seen locker room fights split and divide teams in the past. Usually, especially professional teams, it splits them from enjoying one an others company but at the end of the day they are playing for a cheque. So they’ll win games but team like this don’t win in the playoffs. I’m going out on a limb and saying LONG LIVE THE CURSE!


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Take 5… Islanders winning, women wrestling men, NBA back in Vancouver, Melo’s hard knock life, and do you know who I am?

Posted on February 22, 2011 by | 2 Comments

Here on Take 5… we’re going to give you a quick run down on the 5 most interesting sports stories of the previous week, along with our takes on each story.

Islanders fighting = Wins. Correlation = Causation, right?

The NHL’s New York Islanders have been at the centre of controversy this past week as they amassed over 200 PIM’s against the Penguins, in a game where they dressed 6 enforcers. Coincidentally, the Islanders are now on a 4 game winning streak. Do you think their brawl mentality has brought this team together and contributed to their recent success?

Henry:  It clearly has.  When you lose as many games as the Islanders have this season, you take any victory you can.  Even as small as loading up with enforcers and beating down the team that posterized your delicate goaltender.  Way to go Islanders, you’ve now managed 7 wins in your last 10, and pissed off Mario Lemieux.

Dallas: Yes I do. They seem to have that “us against the world” type of mentality now and it’s working. However, they should have developed this persona a while back after discovering that nobody in the NHL, including the fans, care about the New York Islanders.

Ryan:  Sometimes when you get backed into a corner and have to either fight your way out or fold, it brings a team together. Without a doubt this team is now playing for each other and the results are showing it.

Now THAT is wife material!

Cedar Falls freshman, Cassy Herkelman, won her first wrestling match in the Iowa State high school tournament after Joel Northrup, decided to default for religious reasons.  Northrup in response to his default, released this gem of a statement.  “As a matter of conscience and my faith, I do not believe that it is appropriate for a boy to engage a girl in this manner.”  What is your take on this latest episode in the saga of women competing in men’s sports?

Dallas: This is a delicate situation and I can understand and sympathize with both sides, especially since they’re high school kids. However, as delicate as it is, this thing is the breeding grounds for hilarity. Rumour has it that the thought of wrestling a female competitor forced Joel Northrup to keep his hands in his spandex pockets for the next three hours!

Henry:  That is sick Dallas!  Of course I remember a time when uncontrolled erections was no laughing matter.  Those Sunday sermons when they told us of drowning people, burning bush and of course, the golden rule: Never fight a woman if there is a chance you may lose and others may see.  Thanks Church!

Ryan:  How awkward is this situation? If the boy wins he gets shame for beating a girl, if he wins he gets to feel the not so elated feelings of beating a girl. Well played by this young man to just avoid the situation all together.

Sure it would work in Vancouver. It's still not going to happen.

NBA commissioner, David Stern, called the Vancouver Grizzlies 6 year tenure in the league, his biggest regret. Conveniently, the New Orleans Hornets are looking for a new owner and home. Stern said earlier this week they are considering the Canucks Sports and Entertainment group in Vancouver. When will we see basketball back in Vancouver?

Ryan:  I think there is merit here. The NBA has for a while now struggled to find a stable owner for this franchise. They could do a lot worse than Canucks Sports and Entertainment, like contraction, so I’d say there is a chance we could see the NBA back in Vancouver.

Henry:  I think we are making a mountain of a mole hill here.  Stern said he regrets moving the Grizzlies too early, before they got a foothold.  That doesn’t mean he is going to make things right, he just plans on throwing it on the pile labeled mistakes.  Sorry Vancouver, the NBA still hates you.

Dallas: We won’t. How does Stern call the Grizzlies his biggest regret and finish off by commenting that they’re considering a move back there? How does that saying go? Fool me once, shame on you; fool me…we can’t get fooled again! – George W. Bush

This is a look of self-satisfaction like no other.

Here is Carmelo Anthony, small forward for the Denver Nuggets, with the quote of the week.  “I think it takes a strong-willed person, a strong-minded person, to deal with the stuff that I deal with.  I take my hat off to myself for dealing with all this stuff that’s going on and still be able to go out there and play at the high level that I play at.  I really don’t think an average person can walk in my shoes.  I don’t think that.”  Dissect.

Dallas: On a personal level, he has had to deal with some family issues which are always difficult. On a professional level, he’s causing all of the issues he’s had to deal with. “I take my hat off to myself.” Marvelous!

Henry:  I don’t think anyone ever has to say another nice thing about Melo, ever again.  He speaks of himself so highly, no wonder he doesn’t play defence.  I wonder if it is lonely for him all alone on that pedestal constructed of gold, diamonds, and dolla dolla bills?

Ryan:  This goes to show it is in fact his agent who is letting all the trade secrets out to the public. They’re the one’s trying to create all the ‘Melo Drama’ and I’m starting to think Carmelo has a like ‘Favre syndrome’ going on!

Okay Miguel, pull yourself together. Just smile big and explain to them who you are.

This past week, both Legedu Naanee, wide receiver for the San Diego Chargers, and Miguel Cabrera, 1st basemen for the Detroit Tigers, were arrested for alcohol related events.  While being taken into custody, both dropped the line, “Do you know who I am?”  When was the last time that line worked for you with the coppers?

Dallas: I can truthfully say that line has never worked for me and it’s not like I haven’t tried! Hell, it doesn’t even work on my wife when I’m trying to get out of cleaning the house. Apparently co-hosting a low-profile sports talk show in Winnipeg gets you absolutely no pull!

Henry:  It sounds like Cabrera, Naanee and Melo would get along together just fine.  I think Cabrera can drop this, Naanee however should probably hold off until he actually cracks a starting roster.  Wait a minute Dallas, Ryan promoted you to co-host?  This is bullshit!  Does he know who I am?

Ryan:  Two candidates for the biggest clowns away from their sport battled it out this week for stupidity supremacy! In one corner Legedu crossed a police line and started tampering with a crime scene whilst intoxicated. Meanwhile Miguel was pulled over for suspicion of DUI and after asking the deputy if he knew who he was, he decided now is the best time to take a sip of his refreshing Scotch. The winner for the biggest clown away from the game is………..they’re both losers!

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Take 5 … Dipietro’s glass jaw, Garnett cooler than a ball boy, Phil Simms throws down, NHL sideshow, and a College Tea Party!

Posted on February 7, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Here on Take 5… we’re going to give you a quick run down on the 5 most interesting sports stories (according to us) of the previous week along with our takes on each story.

Pow! Right in the kisser.

In his 5 seasons since signing a 15-year, $67.5 million deal with the NY Islanders, goaltender Rick Dipietro has played in only 159 games. This week Dipietro and Penguins goalie Brent Johnson squared off during a line brawl.  Dipietro was blown up by a stiff left thrown by Johnson.  He is now expected to miss 4-6 weeks due to facial fractures. How upset must general manager Garth Snow be about this altercation?

Dallas: In 5 seasons Dipietro has played 159 games! That’s ridiculously shameful and I’m sure Garth Snow has already accepted that this is the reason he will eventually be fired. Actually, why hasn’t Garth Snow been fired yet? Is that franchise on cruise-control or what?

Ryan: He’s played 159 and missed 176 games! Up until now we’ve know that he’s had a glass knee, hip, groin, neck, and head but now I guess we can add face to the list!

Henry: This could be the best thing for the Islanders.  If they let 20-year-old Kevin Poulin play, he could gain some valuable experience.  In only 9 games this year, he has 3 wins.  Dipietro only had 7.  Poulin’s stats are even better, as he has posted a 93 save % and a 2.36 GAA.

You can't have the ball or my autograph!

A L.A. Laker ball boy was shot down by Kevin Garnett when asking for an autograph.  Kevin Garnett responded by saying “You’ve got a better chance of finding bin Laden” How would you have responded if you stood in the ball boy’s shoes?

Henry:  This has been a big season for KG.  He has now called a fellow player a cancer patient, slapped a dude in the tea bag, and now a poor choice of words for a ball boy.  If I was the ball boy I would’ve responded with; oh sorry, I thought you were Ray Allen.

Dallas:  I would have come back with something about a jerk store.

Ryan: Wow Henry you couldn’t have got that one any better I won’t even try to top that one. Anyone else realize the Lakers have been in the NBA Finals 7 of the last 11 years! Kevin Who?

Don't you ever talk ill of my son!

This Saturday, ex-NFL Quarterback and CBS sportscaster, Phil Simms, tried to fight Desmond Howard during the NFL Experience exhibit.  Howard had previously commented that Simms son Matt, was one of the worst QB’s in the SEC.  Who crossed a line here?

Ryan: Not the classiest move by the one time Saskatchewan Rough Rider. I get that you’re mad at the guy but not only are you a former NFL player but you’re now in broadcasting. Come on Phil I’d like to believe you’re better than that.

Dallas: Obviously Simms has crossed the line; however, I arrived at that conclusion only after I learned that broadcaster-on-broadcaster brawlin’ was not part of the NFL Experience! Maybe it should be, then this would be a non-issue.

Henry:  Simms should’ve pounded some logic and reason into Howard so that his son can get some props on Tennessee broadcasts.  I’ve got to realize that not everybody calls their fists logic and reason.

I'm just going to punch the air, if you get hit, it's your own fault!

In a fighting-filled week in the National Hockey League, we had several games with fights  in response to incidents earlier in the season. This includes the Boston/Dallas game where we saw 3 fights in the first 4 seconds of the game! Is this a case for the NHL to keep fighting in the game or eliminate it?

Ryan: I thought it was embarrassing. Premeditated garbage like this always rubs me the wrong way especially when after the game everyone involved pointed out that they did it because of what happened last time they played. Was this not one time a big NO NO in the NHL?

Henry:  They should definitely be keeping this kind of fighting.  This was so very entertaining and all over television.  Heated fights like this are terrific, lets just not fool ourselves and say that this is a necessary part of the game.  The fans were treated to a terrific sideshow.

Dallas: The league should be embarrassed for repeatedly allowing players to police themselves; it’s amateurish and careless. On the other hand, it did have a lot of major sports media outlets talking about hockey so I”m sure they’re fine with it.

He fell for the old "Tea pot" distraction.

College sports is all about creating a fun atmosphere for the fans at the games. This past week in a college basketball game between Nevada and Utah State, a man dressed as Mrs. Teapot stood behind the basket when Nevada was shooting free throws. This was the result. Is this kind of thing what makes people believe college sports are better than pro?

Henry:  The college fan atmosphere is far superior to the pro and this is a perfect example.  Who dresses up like the tea pot from Beauty and the Beast?  This guy caught everyone’s attention since his spout was at full attention.

Ryan: This might be one of the greatest things in all of sports. I love the atmosphere you get with college athletics because the true fans can afford to be at the games and they get involved in the action rather than going there just to be there.

Dallas: Freakin’ hilarious! Didn’t Prince where a similar costume when he performed at the Super Bowl a couple of years ago (check it out here)?

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Building a League, NLL Style – Part 2 of 2 (air date: January 31, 2011)

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athletesangle.com -We had so much fun last week with NLL the Commissioner of the National Lacrosse League, George Daniel, we thought we would do another show discussing how to build a professional sports league. Join us as we continue our discussion and see why Mr. Daniel believes the NLL has the best playoff format in pro sports.

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Take 5… Jets vs. Patriots, Calipari cusses, Welcome to 2011 NASCAR, Lombardi cries, and the NFLPA gets desperate!

Posted on January 24, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Here on Take 5… we’re going to give you a quick run down on the 5 most interesting sports stories (according to us) of the previous week along with our takes on each story.

After a lot of trash talk this past week, straight from the feet, ahh I mean heart, the Jets prevailed ending the Patriots season.  Did you enjoy the back and forth that ultimately ended in a warning from the NFL?

Henry:  I loved trash talk before this game.  Cromartie’s hate, Ryan’s personal throw down, and Welker’s witty counter.  No question the Jets trash talk worked as it resulted in the first series benching of Welker by Belichick.  The curtain call by Bart Scott after the game solidified this as one of the best exchanges of all time.

Ryan: Cromartie went too far but Wes Welker was the story of the week with one of the most brilliant press conferences of all-time where he mentioned feet 11 times without even a smirk!

Dallas: The teams talked a lot of trash, the NFL stepped in but they didn’t stop. They simply said the trash talk will be factored into any disciplinary action required for actions during the game. I loved it and so did the NFL. I definitely paid more attention to the games.

On Wednesday I received a Tweet from John Calipari, coach of the University of Kentucky, apologizing for his behaviour. Calipari was caught on tape calling one of his players a mother f’er. When was the last time you were motivated by cursing?

Henry:  I’m pretty sure I have been motivated by swearing both good and bad.  What age or league is this unacceptable though?  Can coaches of little league use this behaviour and be so quickly forgiven?  What if I do it?  Ryan you cocky piece of s*#@!  How does that make you feel?

Ryan: It happens in all NCAA sports because it is a business. Millions of dollars are on the line, for the coach with each win and the university, every time an NCAA team plays. This is so minute in comparison to what happens at practice…..BELIEVE ME!

Dallas: Ryan swears at me just before every show and it motivates the s*#@ out of me!

NASCAR changes scoring system, reads the headlines in every newspaper worth reading.  Ingeniously, they now plan on awarding points based on a teams finishing position. What were they doing before and does this contribute to your list of reasons for why you don’t watch NASCAR?

Henry:  I was under the impression that fans only watch NASCAR for the crashes, tailgating, and the excuse to get wrecked in a social environment instead of their front porch.  Why the attempt to legitimize the sport now NASCAR?  Why not cater to your fans and shoot more fireworks before and after the Kid Rock performance?

Dallas: I wish I could answer this question but seriously, what were they doing before? In a sport, and I use the term loosely (kidding!) that loves its spectacular crashes, why have they been awarding points based on consistency rather than wins? I am puzzled.

Ryan: NASCAR??? No I’m not answering a NASCAR question when we live in Winnipeg. NEXT!

A disputed goal was scored this week against the Los Angeles Kings that ultimately became the game winner.  The puck appeared to be contacted by a stick, well above the crossbar and yet the video review board awarded a goal, as did the officials on the ice.  L.A. King’s General Manager, Dean Lombardi, questioned the replay crew’s motivations because it was led by Mike Murphy, who was shot down for the Kings GM position in the off-season.  Should this have been a goal and should we question his integrity?

Henry:  I love that Lombardi said what everyone is always thinking.  Someone is out to screw me and it must be ummmm, you!  Don’t look internally at yourself or the organization that is falling apart.  Point your finger at the first person you see with even the weakest of motives and cry foul.

Dallas: I don’t want to answer that question. Instead, somebody answer this one for me:  is this a natural progression in a goal judge’s career, to become the GM of an NHL team? We should definitely question this guy’s integrity and I’ll bet he will no longer have a job come the weekend.

Ryan: This is a pretty intriguing story and I wish we’d get the NHL’s true findings on it but we never will. Lombardi getting a $50,000 fine makes me think he’s on to something.

The NFLPA launched a day of solidarity, January 18, 2011, on social networking sites like Twitter and Facebook.  The goal of the day was to block the impending NFL lockout.  What effect, if any, do you think this will have on the NFL and its owners?

Dallas: None at all. If the NFLPA is relying on winning the sympathy vote with the fans and having that as their “ace up their sleeve” come negotiation time, I would not want to be an NFL player right now because you’re about to get screwed!

Henry:  I agree, this won’t have any effect, but it was impressive nonetheless as they achieved a trending status on Twitter, something Brett Favre`s junk came close to, but never quite achieved.  This was a creative way to draw attention to their plight, but fans already side with the players against the owners, this just confirmed that.

Ryan: Absolutely none! The NFLPA is doing this because they know they have NO leverage when it comes to the CBA. This is a desperate attempt in what is about to be a rough ride for the PA.

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Interview with Brayden Schenn, 2010 first round pick of the LA Kings

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Brayden Schenn, fifth overall draft pick of the LA Kings in 2010, joined us on the show to discuss what an athlete does outside of the arena. Schenn has a long list of hockey accomplishments which includes two silver medals with Team Canada at the World Junior Hockey Championships in 2010 and 2011. In fact, in the2011 IIHF World Junior Hockey  Championships in Buffalo, NY, Schenn recorded 19 points and was named tournament MVP. Schenn has played for a number of teams in the 2010/11 season including the LA Kings (NHL), Manchester Monarchs (AHL), Brandon Wheat Kings (WHL), Team Canada (U-20 World Hockey Championships in Buffalo), and the Saskatoon Blades (WHL). Catch the entire interview in the media player below:

Ryan started by asking if it’s difficult to focus on hockey when a player is constantly moving to a new city and changing teams. “You just try to keep your focus as best as you can,” said Schenn, “obviously, you just gotta worry about the task at hand.” “For me, yeah, I’ve been all over since September 8 but it’s good to be home now.”

Brayden Schenn recorded 19 points at the 2011 IIHF World Junior Hockey Championship and was named tournament MVP

Ryan mentioned that will all of the moving around in such a short period, it might be tough to remember one’s postal code. “You always use the home one and that’ s it,” said Schenn.

Ryan asked what the biggest difference is in the pro game compared to the WHL. “I think the defensive zone play,” said Schenn. “The positioning and just the little things like having a good stick and not getting beat off the wall.”

Ryan asked if playing against pros gave him a big advantage going into the World Junior Tournament. “I learned a lot there but I wasn’t playing a whole lot,” said Schenn. “From a learning stand point it was a big advantage but from a playing stand point it wasn’t. I had to get back into game shape and get back to playing a lot of minutes…so there were advantages and disadvantages.”

Ryan asked what a typical day in the NHL was like. “For me, I would wake up at about 8:00 (AM), go to the rink for practice, workout, and you’re pretty much done your day by 12:30 (PM) and you have the rest of the day to do whatever you want,” said Schenn.

Ryan then asked how that differs from a typical day in the WHL. “In the WHL, obviously you got guys in school so you gotta wait around to practice,” said Schenn. “A WHL day, probably check in at 10:00 (AM), kind of wait around, workout, just hang out with the guys, practice at 2:30 (PM), then you’re done your day at about 5:00 (PM).”

Ryan asked if Schenn had more free time in the WHL or the NHL. “I think a lot more in the NHL just because your done your day by about 12:30 (PM),” said Schenn. “I didn’t have a lot to do so I guess you go to the beach, pretty much do whatever you want from 12:30 PM on if you aren’t playing that day.”

Ryan asked if Brayden saw the Toronto Maple Leafs, who his brother Luke plays for, beat the LA Kings and if look gets any bragging rights because of the win. “I don’t think so,” said Schenn, “I wasn’t playing in the game so I guess he can brag all he wants but I wasn’t there to do anything about it.”

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Pro Sports Away From the Arena (air date: January 17, 2010)

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athletesangle.com -Ryan and the rest of the crew stick with hockey as they discuss what life as a pro and amateur athlete is like away from the arena. Joining us on the show is Brayden Schenn, MVP of the 2011 World Junior Hockey Championship. Schenn helps to fill us in on what life as an NHLer with the LA Kings was like and how it compared to life in the WHL.

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Take 5 … BCS Championships, Carmelo Anthony, Brad Childress, Ron Wilson, and the Chiefs!

Posted on January 17, 2011 by | Leave a comment

Here on Take 5… we’re going to give you a quick run down on the 5 most interesting sports stories (according to us) of the previous week along with our takes on each story.

With last monday night’s BCS Championship being won by Auburn University, who plays in the South Eastern Conference (SEC), the SEC has now won 5 straight BCS Championships.  Is it safe to say they are the greatest conference in all of NCAA football?

Dallas: It’s hard to argue when I honestly believe that two other teams in the SEC, Alabama and LSU, could have beaten Oregon. Okay, LSU is a bit of a stretch but you can’t underestimate Les Miles’ ability to accidentally win games.

Henry: Objectively?  Sure.  But I ask you, who really cares about “statistics” and “evidence” anymore anyway?  If the US can have a Kenyan born President, why can’t I cling to the belief that my Oregon Ducks and the Pac 10 are the best conference?

Ryan: You know what they say “winners win” and how can you possibly argue with anyone who’s won 5 straight national championships?

Haters of Bowl Championship Series unite!  The regular season of NCAA football ended on December 2, 2010.  The BCS Championship game was played almost 6 weeks later on January 10, 2011.  Should the Championship game be played in January, so long after the end of the regular season?

Ryan: The 35 day layoff for the national championship is ridiculous! The problem is that there are so many bowl games, if they make the finals earlier it condenses all the bowls and they start to overlap. That would mean each bowl gets less publicity and TV ratings. So it won’t happen.

Dallas: I heard this comment during the week and I completely agree with it: college football should not, and can’t, compete against the wildcard weekend of the NFL playoffs.

Henry:  If this were a league full of professionals, which I’m sure some would argue it is, then no the game shouldn’t be played in January, it should be in December.  However, last time I checked, these are still students who need to try and fit school work, midterms, and finals in around their football schedule.

Last week when the Chiefs were beaten by the Baltimore Ravens, an apparent feud between the Chiefs Offensive Co-ordinator, Charlie Weis, and Head Coach, Todd Haley reached a boiling point when Haley took the play-calling away from Weis at halftime.  The feud was in regards to Weis signing a deal with the Florida Gators prior to the game. At halftime the Ravens only held a three point lead. The Chiefs finished the game with 18 minutes time of possession and 161 net yards. Should coaches be allowed to sign with another organization during the season?

Henry: Yes they should be allowed, but we don’t have to like it.  If I were in Haley’s position, I would also think Weis was mailing it in for the most important game of my season.  I’d love to have faith in people in these situations, but I don’t.  Haley should’ve taken the play-calling away before the game.

Ryan: Coaches shouldn’t be allowed to interview for new positions whilst they are coaching a playoff run. It just seems like a bad idea to have a guy thinking about next year when he’s coaching your team in the playoffs.

Dallas: Coaches should be allowed to sign with teams while coaching another for this simple reason:  no coach would ever consider doing this! I can’t believe Haley let Weis near the stadium after his announcement.

The Carmelo Anthony trade rumors, which have been dubbed the “Melodrama”, heated up this week. Anthony, who is arguably one of the NBA’s elite players, has had his name mentioned as part of a possible 15 player trade that includes multiple teams. The Nuggets have told the Nets to be quiet about it or they will just ship Melo to the Knicks. If you’re the Nets, how serious do you take these threats from the Nuggets?

Dallas: I love this story! If I’m the Nets, I take this pretty seriously. Basketball in New York is back and when the Knicks are good, New York is a basketball city! The Nets need this trade just to get back to relevant in the NBA again.

Ryan: They aren’t about to go through 4 months of negotiating with the Nets and throw it away over this. The Knicks have nothing that interests the Nuggets and the Knicks aren’t about to panic. They’ll wait until the summer to sign Anthony rather than blow up their team to get him.

Henry:  Kids, never give into bullies.  The Nets however, need to shut up.  They are second last in their conference and last in their division.  They need Melo in the worst way.  If he is traded to the division rival Knicks, they will secure their last place for years to come.  Idle threat or not, they can’t afford that chance.

Is the most hated man in Minnesota taking his talents to South Beach? Former Vikings coach Brad Childress, who was fired this year after a 3-7 start, is to interview with the Miami Dolphins this week for their vacant offensive co-ordinator position. Is this a good move for the Dolphins?

Henry: Great move!  Now they can have two coaches on their staff that nobody respects!  Childress couldn’t get the job done with Adrian Peterson, Sidney Rice, and Joe Webb!  He can’t be the guy to turn around the Dolphins awful franchise.

Dallas: No, this is not. The Dolphins were clear where they stood with current coach Tony Sparano when they recently tried to hire another head coach while he was still employed! Now they’re choosing his offensive coordinator. Tony Sparano is doomed for failure in 2012.

Ryan: The sexy thing to do in the NFL is hire former head coaches as co-ordinators because teams like New Orleans, Atlanta and yes even the Dolphins defense lead by Mike Nolan, have had success by doing so. Problem is, not everyone works out.  Childress won’t.

The Toronto Maple Leafs coach Ron Wilson put ‘money on the board’ for inspiration for his team to win. The win would ultimately give Wilson the 600th of his career. Apparently players often ‘put money on the board’ when playing former teams or teammates. In those cases usually whoever scores the game winning goal gets the money. The NHL has fined the Toronto Maple Leafs for this action as it is against league policy for coaches to put ‘put money on the board’. Do you have a problem with what Ron Wilson did?

Dallas: Yeah, I do have a problem with this. Unfortunately, boys, especially boys with a lot of money, will still be boys and continue with this ridiculous behavior. Does Ron Wilson regret any of this? Probably not. Will he be a little more discrete next time? Probably yes.

Ryan: I have a probem with players doing this too! Is this not illegal gambling? I think the NHL may want to take a closer look at this a perhaps institute a no breaking federal laws rule into their rule book even when at the rink.

Henry: There is no problem here.  Dallas and Ryan would ban paper-rock-scissors and go fish if they could.  What’s worse is that there is a policy in place to ban this harmless tradition.  Next they will ban puns, sunglasses in doors, and our freedom!  While I’m at it, if Wilson put the money on the board, why did he take it?

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