Now that both Todd McLellan and Doug Wilson have made their comments about Raffi Torres' suspension and how they think it is bogus, a common theme has jumped out. They, and others, are quick to make the point that Raffi has done a lot to change his game, citing the few minor penalties he has taken since joining the Sharks. That's all well and good, but it would appear these yokels have sucked … [Read more...]
As I Sit Here Naked, Thinking About Matt Greene…
April 18, 2013 By
Like the rumble of 570 horses beneath the hood. A smooth Aberlour, 16 year, neat. A right cross that lands flush on the jaw. And a woman who keeps her motor clean. I love Matt Greene. Surly called for boots projecting on asses. What we got was a terrific game and exactly what I needed after a 14 hour work day. First, the opponents. Actually, fuck the opponents, let's talk about … [Read more...]
L.A. Kings Beat Phoenix Coyotes Who Help Beat Themselves 3-2. Morons Do As Morons Know.
March 19, 2013 By
"I scored that?" - Drew Doughty after he scored his 1st of the season. “It was just a collision. I didn’t really see him, and we clipped knees there. That’s all." - Jake Muzzin on the collision with Shane Doan. [Hits the ice like a bag of pucks] "My knee! Oh God, my knee! My vagina! No, no, I mean my knee! It really hurts!" [Realizes no penalty is being called, jumps on his skates, … [Read more...]
Flames. Pfft. Pussies
March 11, 2013 By
We're at the mixing room. No Nick and Daryl but we don't come for them. We come for the overpriced drinks and average service. After that first period, I thought this would be another 6 goal game. I am a little disappointed. The Kings have been so relentless with the lead (we play a more aggressive offensive game with the lead than without most of the time) that this whole sitting back and … [Read more...]
Lubomir Visnovsky Wants to Retain His Anaheim Ducks Stench of Ignorance and Failure
July 23, 2012 By
While Surly is busy figuring out if he is apathetic, ecstatic, inebriated or magnetic, there is some fun news to report regarding our old friend, Cookies Visnovsky. You all recall we sent Lubo to frozen Alberta and Oilers country in exchange for now L.A. Kings Stanley Cup Champions, Jarret Stoll and Matt Greene. Both players were huge for us in the Stanley Cup Championship playoff run (I just … [Read more...]
2012 Free Agency for the 2012 Stanley Cup Champions
June 21, 2012 By
Fellow puck fanatics, I am Andrew Elkins. I am an English Major at the University of Wisconsin, a hockey player, an impassioned supporter of our 2012 Stanley Cup Champions and a new blogger for Surly&Scribe. Thanks for the welcome. It's a pleasure to be here. Forgive me if I gloss over the pleasantries, but I thought I'd jump right in. Now that we have squandered several hours of our lives … [Read more...]
External Motivation vs. Internal Drive: An L.A. Kings Story
February 26, 2012 By
Dustin Brown didn't just get a hat trick last night. He got a natural hat trick. Three goals in a row. They were beautiful. The first was a snipe, top shelf, coming off his left wing. The second was a rebound that he picked up in front of the net, controlled, extended and tucked in successive fluid motions. The third was one that even surprised me - a shot in stride without pulling the puck back … [Read more...]
Oh Joy, Jarret Stoll – Kings @ Phoenix Coyotes Open Forum
February 21, 2012 By
Sorry to let you down, but there is Kings' related business that has nothing to do with Rick Nash. Yes, that tedious old thing with which we have lately been disgusted, a hockey game. Tonight in Phoenix marks Jordan Nolan's debut as a 1st line winger. Take that Dwight King... oh wait. Dustin Brown gets the big slap on the wrist of playing 2nd line with Mike Richards. Jarret Stoll will … [Read more...]
Phoenix Coyotes @ LA Kings Open Forum: Battle For The Bubble
February 16, 2012 By
We're so close to first place in the division! Only 3 points away. Nevermind that San Jose perpetually has 3 games in hand. Still, we could end the night 1 point behind them. We HAD a decent lead on Phoenix. But that last road trip put and end to that. The Coyotes are two points behind the Kings so tonight is one of those games that either makes life a hell of a lot more difficult for the … [Read more...]
Dean Lombardi’s Big Deadline Move
February 10, 2012 By
A trade?! Not in the traditional sense. But a roster move has been made. Jarret Stoll has gone to the IR with a lower body injury, which can only mean his uterus is swollen. In his place comes Anze Kopitar's favorite linemate, Dwight King and the guy I called for several moons ago, Jordan Nolan. But before I get to those moves, let's discuss how one injured forward necessitates replacement by … [Read more...]
L.A. Kings Fans – Maple Leafs Left Wing, Clarke MacArthur
January 24, 2012 By
The basics: 6'0", 191 pounds, 26 years old Left Wing, A left handed shot An Alberta boy, drafted 2003, 3rd round (74th) overall by the Buffalo Sabres. Contract: He is signed to a $3.25 million dollar per season contract this season and next. Statistics: Here is a link to Clarke MacArthur's career stats. Analysis: He was an all-star in juniors, won a AJHL … [Read more...]
L.A. Kings vs. Calgary Flames Open Forum: Kopitar, Sutters, Cammy & Megan Fox
January 14, 2012 By
Looking Back An intense, bordering on insane, game against the Dallas Stars ended 5-4 in the anti-climatic shootout. We trailed by two goals twice but came back to take a 4-3 lead in the third period, only to surrender it on a fluke goal that ended our perfect penalty kill streak. Remember when we were unbeatable in the shootouts? This season, we suck ass. Jarret Stoll is hit and miss and … [Read more...]
Drew Doughty On Cup Check: “It Was Just Spur-Of-The-Moment.”
December 30, 2011 By
I don't know if The Mayor asked the question or someone else did, but kudos to whomever asked Jarret Stoll and Drew Doughty about Cup Gate & thank you to The Mayor for printing it. Stoll - "I haven't seen the video yet, to be honest with you. Obviously, I didn't even realize it at the time. It must not have been that good (laughter ensues for all around). I need to take a look at it, I … [Read more...]
L.A. Kings vs Winnipeg Jets Open Forum & A Cup Check Doughty Inspired Top 10
December 29, 2011 By
Kings vs. Jets. It just feels right to write it again. For far too long, every time I heard the team name "Jets", I immediately tuned out because I assumed there was a football (you know, that sport where there is 13 minutes of action in 3 hours) discussion about to take place. No more! The Winnipeg Jets are back and the Winnipeggers couldn't be happier about it. They are a loud and … [Read more...]
The Dutch Perspective: Jim Fox and Recent Career Norms
December 5, 2011 By
... In case you may have missed it, Jim Fox had a live chat earlier today, in which he revealed his feelings about the critical element of the Kings - the offense, or lack thereof: "I don't want to talk about the system here, I would like to concentrate more on your point regarding top players. The system that the NHL has, which is very similar other sports promotes parity and makes it … [Read more...]
Who Will The L.A. Kings Recall From Manchester?
November 13, 2011 By
In honor of all the pugilism this weekend, Oh! Dustin Penner is down! 1...2...3...4...we'll check on him later. Meanwhile, we have a hole in our top 6 or, depending on your perspective, top 9. That rascal Terry Murray is rascally enough to plug in Kevin Westgarth but I don't think he's that sozzled with the 3 goal victory. So, who? The Manchester Monarchs left wing pickings are slim in … [Read more...]
Terry Murray Said It All After The Kings 3-2 Loss To The Penguins
November 5, 2011 By
From Hammond: (on getting two goals after the home scoreless streak…) MURRAY: “And then to get the third, and not allowed. It was a high stick, though. They’re good goals. They’re the kind of goals that are in a good hockey game. The puck is in transition, there’s lots of battle, lots of compete. It was a real, good solid hockey game here tonight. Those are the kinds of goals that … [Read more...]
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