New Jersey was not the most pleasant rink to get to and maybe even the worst place to drive around but when you are going to watch someone from the County, it always going to be worth it. Whitey got us sweet tickets and we were treated to a great game but like the night before the home team (Devils) lost in a shootout to those pesky Leafs: 4 -3. Colin had an assist on their 2nd goal and dished out some great hits but the Devils blew a 2 goal lead when the Leafs lifted their game after one of their players was stretchered off the ice.
Colin had a fantastic hit on Sundin - here is the link to nhl.com to see it (select the 'Hits' tab when the page opens):
Devils - Leafs Highlights
Vicki drove down to meet us for the game, only took her 4.5 hours to drive 100 miles...the last 2 miles took her 2 hrs. See what I mean about traffic!! It was Laura's second shootout in as many games (not a good luck charm for the home teams though!).
If I look a bit stunned in this photo it's due to the quick snap by the person sitting in front of us. No "smile" or "ready", just bang! and the photo was over!
Colin left some "back stage passes" (as Laura liked to call them) for us so we were able to have a chat with him after the game. It always nice to get a feel for what the game was like for the players.
Laura, Colin and I after the game:
I'm back staying/free loading at Vicki's until the Bruins game on March 6th. I can't believe that I only have 8 games left! Oh about March 6th, a special day for one of the previous members of the trip (hint: he was also the oldest member of the trip!!).
4 comments:
Mac...Classic pic with the girls!!!...Damn Leafs....was there anything orange in New York?
happy birthday Art???
Mac, make sure you remind Lorraine to buy Art a really good birthday gift. Possible ideas a include broom or a dust pan......:)
The last picture in the post says a lot about the good side of humanity.
It is just great to see a well dressed young couple helping a gnarled and bearded homeless person.
Hey Chris
Thanks so mcuh for the amazing time in New York & New JErsey! I had a blast-great city, great food & drinks, good friends and excitng hockey, lots of laughs and memories I'll have forever. Most important it was so awesome to share just a little bit in your awesome adventure! Have a great rest of your trip and can't wait to see you in the county!
Laura x0x0
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