Here is the LA Times report. Read it. It doesn’t say much, not that much was expected to be said at this point. I don’t care too much about the football deal or AEG’s grand empire. What I do care… Read More ›
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L.A. Kings Extend Lombardi, Sutter and Luuuuuuuc…
From Lisa Dillman of the L.A. Times The Stanley Cup champion Kings took care of another bit of housekeeping — an important one — by finalizing the contract extensions of General Manager Dean Lombardi, Coach Darryl Sutter and executive Luc… Read More ›
Thoughts and Tidbits From the January 10 L.A. Kings Press Conference
Bob Miller – He was Bob Miller. Classy, a consummate professional, missed his voice. Tim Leiweke – The guy is passionate. He wasn’t selling up there…well, not completely. You can tell he is a “fan”. Fault him if you must… Read More ›
Should Dean Lombardi’s Fate Hang In The Playoff Balance?
Imagine the following hypothetical: 93 points and we make the playoffs. 92 points and we don’t. We get 93 points and land in 8th. We play one of St. Louis or Vancouver. You’re happy, high-five me, smack your girl friend’s butt… Read More ›
The Dutch Perspective: So, What Happens Now?
… In every season where a team is in contention for anything, whether it’s a division title, a playoff berth, or a playoff series, there’s usually a moment – either good or bad – that leads people to believe that… Read More ›
Dean Lombardi Met With Darryl Sutter…And Surly Was There.
Surly and I can’t tell you how we know. We just know. Some missions are better left secret. This was Surly, once again, at his stealthy finest. Warrior. Hero. Lamb sent to slaughter who continually, somehow, survives…I bring you the… Read More ›
Dean Lombardi’s Next Coaching Mistake Will Be His Last
If this is the mug of the next L.A. Kings coach, then Dean Lombardi better be prepared for his own exit in 2012, likely before we reach the month of April. In such a case, I hope he likes coincidences… Read More ›
Reading Tim Leiweke’s Mind – Part III
Listening to the click from the receiver as the phone call ends Ouch, my Goddamn ear hurts! I swear, I have never been reamed out that fucking badly before. Where is the 3-ply toilet paper when you really need it?… Read More ›
Reading Tim Leiweke’s Mind Part II
Shutting off the TV after the Kings lose to San Jose 4-2 OK, I’ve sobered up, the time for ranting is over. Now it’s time to think about what I’m going to do. The numbers don’t lie. We are a… Read More ›
Reading Tim Leiweke’s Mind
The buzzer sounds the end of the game; the Kings lose 3-0 to Edmonton Shit, another loss, and another drink; this team is unwatchable. Losing like this hurts worse than the hangover I’m going to have tomorrow morning. What do… Read More ›
Best Quote Ever? Maybe It’s Just The Moment’s Hysteria
From the lips of Tim Leiweke, brought to us by Rich Hammond. “…we spent more money this summer than in the history of this franchise. We always said, if we get close, we will come with our guns blazing, and… Read More ›
Tim Leiweke Tells A Certain Someone To Stand Up For Himself…Ballsy
Who else but Helene Elliott would give us this gem of an interview with Tim Leiweke today? The answer is nobody. Read the whole thing and then come back and let’s talk about one quote in particular: “The difference of… Read More ›
Who Does Time Favor? L.A. Kings or Drew Doughty?
I have written several articles about Drew Doughty’s contract negotiations. A common theme has been the premise that time favors Dean Lombardi and the Kings. Today, while engaging in some very early morning gardening (you laugh and you’re dead), I… Read More ›
Dean Lombardi Is Pissed Off…Steve Tambellini Is A Prick, Part III
For Part I, click Steve Tambellini is a prick. For Part II, click Steve Tambellini is a prick, II. Now, for Part III. This part will include the Lombardi Translator 2011 upgrade version courtesy of…moi…This is from Helene Elliott’s article…. Read More ›
OK, NOW I’M PISSED OFF
From Rich Hammond: Ryan Smyth has a conference call going on now to talk about his move back to Edmonton. Smyth made an opening statement, in which he offered thanks to the Kings organization — specifically Tim Leiweke, Philip Anschutz,… Read More ›
