Right now the LA Kings does not include Drew Doughty. As such, he can find himself a filthy little corner of my thoughts to rest in until he decides to wear the crown again. Until then, I will focus on people wearing the uniform I love. So more importantly than all this other garbage, who is going to the opening of training camp tomorrow? Bobby & I will be there for a good chunk of … [Read more...]
Is The Drew Doughty Impasse Really About Don Meehan’s Ego?
September 16, 2011 By
Don Meehan is one of the most successful sports agents out there. In the hockey world, he is "The Don". He has likely made enough money to last him 5 lavish lifetimes. When you make that kind of money, you sometimes (not always) develop a condition called a "God complex". That is one who believes themselves omnipotent and, symbolically of course, omnipresent. The ego grows the size of a small … [Read more...]
Top 10 Goods Or Services S&S Will Offer Drew Doughty If He Signs Before Camp
September 15, 2011 By
Since Surly & I don't have the sufficient millions to offer, we came up with the second and third best thing to provide Drew Doughty if he signs before camp...unfortunately, we both realized that sex (#2) with Drew really doesn't work because neither Surly nor I are of that persuasion (not that there is anything wrong with that) and giving Drew drugs (#3) seems counterproductive to a great … [Read more...]
RFAs Are Dropping Like Flies – What Does It Say About Drew Doughty?
September 14, 2011 By
I don't believe these are yet "official" but this is what I have read: Zach Bogosian has signed for 2 years, $5 million (though I have also read $5.7 million). That is a $2.5 million dollar cap hit. Tyler Myers signed for 7 years, $38.5 million. That is a $5.5 million dollar cap hit. John Tavares signed for 6 years, $33 million. That is also a $5.5 million dollar cap hit. Brad Marchand … [Read more...]
Surly & Scribe’s L.A. Kings Season Preview – The Defensemen
September 13, 2011 By
It’s September and the best part about September is that it is almost October. The 2011-2012 NHL season is on the horizon. I generally find season previews annoying, mostly because they all say the same thing. Here is how they go: This player performed ___ last season. This season, we expect ____ from him because of ____. If the writer wants to add a little credibility to the opinions, he or … [Read more...]
In Defense Of Drew Doughty
September 9, 2011 By
Drew Doughty has spent three seasons with the LA Kings. He made the team out of camp as a rookie, had a solid inaugural season and appeared poised to become one of the best young defensemen in the league. In season two, promise intersected with production and Doughty exceeded every level of expectation by playing like an experienced and perennial All-Star as evidenced by his Norris Trophy … [Read more...]
Advocating For The Devil: The Case For A 5-Year Drew Doughty Contract
August 31, 2011 By
"Jacob, talk me down. I'm starting to get really nervous about Doughty." So Bobby said to me yesterday afternoon. He often calls when he is feeling low, or confused, or in need of reassurance that his life isn't the suffocating vacuum of lawerly scum that his subconscious knows to be true. He calls a lot. I obliged. And I realized something. Is Drew Doughty signing a 5 year deal … [Read more...]
Willie Mitchell Talks Drew Doughty…And The More Talented Jack Johnson?
August 24, 2011 By
Fan 590 talked with Willie Mitchell. Click on the link in the preceding sentence. Some interesting comments about Jack Johnson, Drew Doughty, Mike Richards, concussions and fishing. Fast forward to the 46:07 of the podcast. That is where the Mitchell interview starts. Some highlights: Drew Doughty's first 4 strides are crazy. He has a tremendous passion for the game. Jack Johnson's game is … [Read more...]
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