Wednesday Caps Clips

by J.P. on Jun 9, 2010 6:38 AM EDT in Caps Clips

Your savory breakfast links:

A few contract notes:
- No surprise, but it looks as if the Caps and Jose Theodore (the subject of today's Rink Wrap) will go their separate ways. [WaPo, CI]
  - Can the Caps afford to go with two kids in goal? [Live In Red]
- The team is, however, negotiating a multi-year deal with restricted free agent Eric Fehr. [CI]
- Eric Belanger is looking for a three-year deal with the Caps (but would take less money on a four-year deal). The Habs would also be high on Belly's list of destinations if something can't be worked out with the Caps. [CBC via HockeyExpress]
And then there's "The Alex Semin Dilemma." [Hockey Independent]
Alex Ovechkin's still got a full set of lower teeth, apparently. [Alex Ovetjkin]
The Caps' favorite fishing holes of late? Russia and the USHL. [The Copper & Blue]
CapsCon II is coming up. Plan accordingly. [Capitals]
Congrats to Joe B. on another local Emmy. [CSN Washington]
Off-day notes from the Calder Cup Finals. [Andrew Gordon at RMNB, Vogs, Patriot-News]
On this date back in 1997, the Caps hired George McPhee as their general manager and Ron Wilson as their head coach. One year to the day later, the team played the first Stanley Cup Finals game in franchise history.
Per the HHoF, on this date back in 1982, "Buffalo Sabres traded Alan Haworth and a 3rd round draft choice in 1982 (Milan Novy) to Washington for a 2nd round draft choice (Mike Anderson) and a 4th round draft choice (Tim Jutila) in 1982."
Finally, happy 48th birthday to Brian Tutt and happy 56th birthday to John Paddock.

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Milan Novy, the greatest player in the history of the sport to wear the number “66”

If you've read this far...seek help.

by ThePeerless on Jun 9, 2010 6:58 AM EDT reply actions 2 recs

Agreed. And he never got pummeled by Bob Gould.

I never travel far....without a little Big Star...

Ron and Fez 11 to 3

by YvonLabresMoustache on Jun 9, 2010 7:07 AM EDT up reply actions 2 recs

Translation for the CBC article

The story had not yet hit the English-language press:

Eric Belanger hopes to continue his career alongside Alexander Ovechkin and Nicklas Backstrom in Washington. Belanger could become an unrestricted free agent July 1. He has also begun negotiations with the Capitals.

“We already had several discussions with the Capitals and I know they want me again,” said Belanger at CBC Sports. However, there are the eternal game of negotiations. They [don’t] have a lot of leeway with the salary cap and they are trying to get me the best possible price for them. "

At 32 years, Belanger did not intend to be a godsend.

“This is the biggest contract of my career. I am realistic and I do not ask a contract of five million per season. However, I did my homework with my staff (Joe Tacopina Horn and Ed) and I know my value. "

Former Los Angeles Kings and the Minnesota Wild would like to take root in Washington a few seasons. "I want a contract of at least three years, said the center quickly. I could also reduce my annual salary to a four-year pact. There are always opportunities to find common ground that would make the happiness of both parties. "

According to Joe Tacopina, [Belanger’s] agent, there is still a long way to go before an agreement with the Capitals.

“We’re not even close to an agreement,” said Tacopina. I can tell you that Eric loved Bruce Boudreau and it is also reciprocal. They need a player’s character and I know few guys who can return to play in the same match after having lost seven teeth and received a root canal. "

by EmilyB on Jun 9, 2010 7:46 AM EDT reply actions

Meh. He’s completely replaceable. Won’t lose too much sleep if he doesn’t re-sign here.

I never travel far....without a little Big Star...

Ron and Fez 11 to 3

by YvonLabresMoustache on Jun 9, 2010 7:52 AM EDT up reply actions

Agreed.

by urhockey22 on Jun 9, 2010 8:04 AM EDT up reply actions

I think its time to make it Kyle Wilson’s time.

I never travel far....without a little Big Star...

Ron and Fez 11 to 3

by YvonLabresMoustache on Jun 9, 2010 8:05 AM EDT up reply actions

Yup. If Volchenkov would have been a salary cap buster, then guys like Belanger are death by a thousand cuts. And you definitely, definitely don’t commit to more than two years on a guy with his history. There’s just no reason to, unless he comes in at (1) well below market rate, and (2) absolutely no restrictions on movement (so you can stash him in Hershey if he loses it).

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Jun 9, 2010 9:16 AM EDT up reply actions

He doesn’t contribute anything really offensively, and he was sub-par defensively. Easily replaceable.

I never travel far....without a little Big Star...

Ron and Fez 11 to 3

by YvonLabresMoustache on Jun 9, 2010 9:19 AM EDT up reply actions

3 years for an over 30 guy with 3rd line skills? Please. Nice knowing you Eric. Please close the door on your way out.

"You ever use smelling salts, every time you type a bad blog?" Brooks Laich

by Carl Putnam on Jun 9, 2010 10:04 AM EDT up reply actions

Agree completely.

by Karl W on Jun 9, 2010 10:16 AM EDT up reply actions

Of course, I don’t have any problem with him asking. That’s why they call it a negotiation.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Jun 9, 2010 10:22 AM EDT up reply actions

I just had the image of Shatner bursting into GMGM’s office. “2 million? You wuss, go lower!”

"Yes, but Rimmer Directive 271 states just as clearly, 'No chance you metal ba****d.'"

by apk3000 on Jun 9, 2010 10:42 AM EDT up reply actions

agreed, too much, although as GOD says, it’s called negotiation for a reason.

interesting that yet another player (well, through his agent) feels the need to say how much he loves Bruce.

#savethekittens!
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by RedBirdie on Jun 9, 2010 10:40 AM EDT up reply actions

Sounds like the ol “I love it here, but I need to get paid” defense.

I never travel far....without a little Big Star...

Ron and Fez 11 to 3

by YvonLabresMoustache on Jun 9, 2010 10:41 AM EDT up reply actions

Not use to seeing so much detail given out by someone (whether player, agent, or mngt) while in the beginning stages of a contract negotiation.

"It hit me on the pants. I had protection. It felt good. Why? I wanted to win."

by bagace on Jun 9, 2010 11:36 AM EDT up reply actions

Along with the (thankfully) apparently intact teeth

I notice that Alex got his Caps lid customized:

by EmilyB on Jun 9, 2010 7:52 AM EDT reply actions

that had is starting to look a little stinky.

#savethekittens!
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by RedBirdie on Jun 9, 2010 10:41 AM EDT up reply actions

How can he not have teeth and then teeth suddenly appear? Must be a bridge.

by Karl W on Jun 9, 2010 2:08 PM EDT up reply actions

Did it ever say which teeth? What about the ones in the back?

"It's always good to have vikings."

by gfcaps fan on Jun 9, 2010 2:13 PM EDT up reply actions

He was away from cameras for over two weeks while vacationing; plenty of time for a dentist to construct fixtures. Probably had temporary crowns in the interim (those are put on immediately, though they usually don’t match the tooth color well).
We probably won’t know until we see his grin on the ice in a game.

"It hit me on the pants. I had protection. It felt good. Why? I wanted to win."

by bagace on Jun 9, 2010 3:52 PM EDT up reply actions

Good Story on OFB about how DC is becoming a Sports town. It’s got some good Caps-related points in there. http://www.onfrozenblog.com/2010/06/09/hey-suddenly-were-a-sports-town.html

LET'S GO CAPS!!!

by Elliotte on Jun 9, 2010 8:04 AM EDT reply actions

Great read, it really is wonderful seeing DC turn into a true sports town, I’ll admit I used to only follow the skins, and if that makes me a bandwaggoner so be it, but all of the teams in this town are starting to grow into their own (except the skins) and I will most likley be invested in all of them for years to come.

"Ovechkin is as subtle as a shot of vodka."

by i12swim on Jun 9, 2010 8:30 AM EDT up reply actions

The Redskins need to move back into the District.

by EmilyB on Jun 9, 2010 8:31 AM EDT up reply actions

The Redskins need to ~~move back into the District~~ go away forever

I’d settle for just the Skinzers going away forever.

I never travel far....without a little Big Star...

Ron and Fez 11 to 3

by YvonLabresMoustache on Jun 9, 2010 8:33 AM EDT up reply actions

The RFK years were something special, and back then the Skins had the most loyal dedicated fans in the country in any sport. The fact that they still have so much support after years of Snyder is proof of that.

Aim for the head baby Jesus

by Doncosmic on Jun 9, 2010 4:17 PM EDT up reply actions

Thanks for the link. This piece encapsulates what I’ve felt for awhile, that this town is big enough to sustain more than one sports franchise, and that with phenoms and careful building of a team around them then fans would come.

A few days ago just after the news of Leonsis getting the sale of the Wizards approved I was running an errand in my ever present Caps hat when someone struck up a conversation with me about the Caps. His sports were traditionally basketball and football, but he told me that he hadn’t watched much hockey before but that the growing success of the Caps and the fun of watching Ovechkin had him at the games whenever he could get a ticket and watching them at home.

He went on and on about how excited he and his friends were that Ted (yes he used his first name) had bought the Wizards, that now finally the team could be rebuilt around this new kid the way he rebuilt the Caps around Ovechkin. He said he thought Leonsis had a midas touch about him and that he was the best thing that could have happened right now to them.

We then talked about cross pollination of the fan bases, and I said that tho’ I had never attended a basketball game in my life, I might just have to buy a ticket or two this upcoming season and pay attention to what happens with the rebuilding process.

Surprise, surprise, we moved onto the Nats, and what to expect in this kid’s first game. Well, what a debut last night!

It really is an exciting time for sports franchises in this town. And I might even watch something other than hockey. But tonight the Bears I think.

"I’m very happy to hear the news," Ovechkin said when he heard about Backstrom's longterm contract--"because he’s one of the top centers in the world, one of my best friends and we want to play together for a long time. He’s a guy who wants to stay in one place and be comfortable and win, just like me. We talk all the time about playing together, and we talked after the playoffs about how we can win in Washington."

by capsyoungguns on Jun 9, 2010 2:45 PM EDT up reply actions

the only bad thing I can see about cross-pollination of fans is that it’s gonna make tickets even harder to get and more expensive (at least through Stub Hub and the like).

LET'S GO CAPS!!!

by Elliotte on Jun 9, 2010 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions

Good point. We are not about to become STH for the Nats or the Wizards. Aside from the money involved, we already have trouble keeping up with the Caps’ schedule. But we did buy a package to see some Nats games this summer. If they really do well, those packages are going to get much more expensive in the future.

by capsyoungguns on Jun 9, 2010 4:32 PM EDT up reply actions

Theo

I am glad I bought my Theo t-shirt while they were still available at Kettler.

by urhockey22 on Jun 9, 2010 8:05 AM EDT reply actions

Nothing but class. What a great guy. When it’s all over for him (and I suspect that’ll come sooner than he’d prefer), I think it’d be great to bring Jose back for his post-playing career.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Jun 9, 2010 9:17 AM EDT up reply actions

Yes, would love to have him back as Coach Theodore, but its baby goalie time for the Caps (for better or for worse).

#NeedsMoreBradley

by Addison H. on Jun 9, 2010 9:29 AM EDT up reply actions

For better, for better. I have completely faith in those guys.

by Karl W on Jun 9, 2010 10:17 AM EDT up reply actions

Nothing but class. What a great guy.

I will forever be proud to say, “Jose Theodore was a Capital.” Where ever he ends up, I hope he knows he was beloved as a person by Caps fans and will always hold a special place in our memories.

#savethekittens!
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by RedBirdie on Jun 9, 2010 10:45 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

I suspect he’ll get a reaction similar to the one the Donald got at Game 5 if he ever returns to VC.

"You ever use smelling salts, every time you type a bad blog?" Brooks Laich

by Carl Putnam on Jun 9, 2010 10:47 AM EDT up reply actions

When Jose first came here, I had a negative impression of him given his tendency to only show up during contract years, but now I can safely say I’m a big fan of his and will cheer for him wherever he goes (with a few exceptions, obviously).

"Now wait a minute. This is just purely a social call. You know, just two adults getting a stew on, man."

by The Ghost of Bebop on Jun 9, 2010 11:02 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

I’ve been chasing the Semin rumor around, though it seems to have gone to ground for the time being. Part of the rumor mill was saying Theo had some interest from Calgary and … San Jose.

Hmmm.

by EmilyB on Jun 9, 2010 12:09 PM EDT up reply actions

I was thinking San Jose might be interested in him. I’d rather see him go there than that cluster-phuque of an organization known as the Flames.

who else is going to need a goalie and has some cap space?

#savethekittens!
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by RedBirdie on Jun 9, 2010 12:20 PM EDT up reply actions

At least we know it ain’t Pittsburgh this year (oh, Johnny).

by Becca H on Jun 9, 2010 2:00 PM EDT up reply actions

Johnny is doing the world a great service, and we should all recognize the great sacrifice he has made for our benefit.

#savethekittens!
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by RedBirdie on Jun 9, 2010 2:06 PM EDT up reply actions

Oh, that’s right! Secret aaaaaaaaaagent man.

Well done, number 1…mission accomplished.

by Becca H on Jun 9, 2010 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions

But it could be Philly. (Although I admit I don’t know about the cap space, but I assume it’s small.)

Ugh.

"It's always good to have vikings."

by gfcaps fan on Jun 9, 2010 2:15 PM EDT up reply actions

I’ve heard things about him going to San Jose. Selfishly, I don’t want him to go back West.

Rink Rabbit & newest member of TySlo's fan club.

by caps123 on Jun 9, 2010 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions

Per GM Darryl Sutter: Calgary will not be bringing back Vesa Toskala, will be looking for new backup goaltender.

by EmilyB on Jun 9, 2010 2:55 PM EDT up reply actions

Is Theo really going to want to back-up? I mean, he could do that here.

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by caps123 on Jun 9, 2010 3:02 PM EDT up reply actions

After I read the article at the llink in full, they most likely plan to bring up one of their three AHL goalies to be a backup.

by EmilyB on Jun 9, 2010 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions

But with Vesa also a free agent, there is a real glut of goaltenders this offseason.

by EmilyB on Jun 9, 2010 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions

I don’t think he’s going to have a choice — I’d be shocked if he gets signed by anyone as a starter.

And I don’t think he could do that here. He’s going to want at least 1.5 Million. That’s just about Varly’s salary and Neuvy’s combined. I just don’t think he’s in the budget.

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Jun 9, 2010 4:11 PM EDT up reply actions

Really? I’d think if all he could be was a back-up, he might as well want to be one here (obviously if he asks for too much that’s a different story). I still think he has a chance of being signed as a starter somewhere.

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by caps123 on Jun 9, 2010 4:17 PM EDT up reply actions

It wouldn’t surprise me at all if he wants to be here. I’m saying I don’t think the Caps want him here, for money reasons. They’re comfortable going into next year with Varly and Neuvirth at a combined 1.6 Million or so

Atta dinnin stick a who!

by Gould Old Days on Jun 9, 2010 7:43 PM EDT up reply actions

Agreed on the money reasons. However, if they end up looking for a vet back-up (not saying they will) and Theo can’t get a job as a starter anywhere, he might pick Washington over other places to be a back-up, even if it means a little less money. If the Caps plan on going into next season with Varly/Neuvy, then it’s different.

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by caps123 on Jun 9, 2010 7:48 PM EDT up reply actions

Tangentially related to Neuvy and Varly's contracts and Salary Shenanigans:

A way to screw with teams that have RFA goalies

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by Knee high to a duck on Jun 9, 2010 4:35 PM EDT up reply actions

Only problem, the stuff about only showing up in contract years is true.

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by cobracg on Jun 9, 2010 12:55 PM EDT up reply actions

well, maybe if they just give him a series of 1-year deals he’ll perform better

LET'S GO CAPS!!!

by Elliotte on Jun 9, 2010 1:15 PM EDT up reply actions

Thanks in part to you, I think he knows.

by CapitalCentre on Jun 9, 2010 11:44 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

thanks to everyone here. That was a group effort by all the wonderful people at the Rink.

#savethekittens!
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by RedBirdie on Jun 9, 2010 11:49 AM EDT up reply actions

As will I. Never thought he’d become my favorite guy when he signed here. And thanks for everything you did, RedBirdie.

Rink Rabbit & newest member of TySlo's fan club.

by caps123 on Jun 9, 2010 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

I really regret not buying a Theo shirt/jersey, but I feel like I should get one even if he leaves over the summer.

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by caps123 on Jun 9, 2010 2:44 PM EDT up reply actions

I got one to remember him by. I will always be a Theo fan. He put together a great season and was the consummate professional.

by capsyoungguns on Jun 9, 2010 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions

I think I’m going to get one, too. They must still be selling them somewhere. A really really really small part of me is still hoping that he might get re-signed.

Rink Rabbit & newest member of TySlo's fan club.

by caps123 on Jun 9, 2010 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions

I bet they’re still available online. or maybe even at Kettler.

#savethekittens!
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by RedBirdie on Jun 9, 2010 3:05 PM EDT up reply actions

I feel like as a huge Theo fan (and probably one of the very few who dates back to his very first game as a Cap) I really need one, even if he won’t be back. It’ll make me feel better.

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by caps123 on Jun 9, 2010 3:10 PM EDT up reply actions

Fehr

Great news. Multi-year deal. Great, great news.

4th Floor, is next, swimvare, undervare, Eric Fehr...

by JSchon on Jun 9, 2010 8:09 AM EDT reply actions

4yr 10M. Get it done.

4th Floor, is next, swimvare, undervare, Eric Fehr...

by JSchon on Jun 9, 2010 8:32 AM EDT up reply actions

you think he’ll earn ~$450K more per year than Laich?

If you want to survive out here, you've got to know where your towel is.

by ns on Jun 9, 2010 8:43 AM EDT up reply actions

Yeah, I probably overpaid him. Just jacked they are talking a long term deal.

4th Floor, is next, swimvare, undervare, Eric Fehr...

by JSchon on Jun 9, 2010 8:55 AM EDT up reply actions

Yeah, I was excited to read that this morning. I think he ends up eith $1.8-2.1mil per year

If you want to survive out here, you've got to know where your towel is.

by ns on Jun 9, 2010 9:13 AM EDT up reply actions

I love #16 but I think thats overpaying. I think 4 years, $7 million is a little more reasonable

#NeedsMoreBradley

by Addison H. on Jun 9, 2010 8:49 AM EDT up reply actions

Four years, seven mil would have me dancing in the streets, I know that much.

by David Getz on Jun 9, 2010 9:09 AM EDT up reply actions

I would be dancing too, but no way its less than $2M a year, right? Why would Fehr do that if he believes in his potential?

4th Floor, is next, swimvare, undervare, Eric Fehr...

by JSchon on Jun 9, 2010 9:29 AM EDT up reply actions

hopefully he’d take a 2-3 year deal and stick around seeing that Knuble’s and Semin’s contracts are up at the end of this coming season and there’s a good chance one of them will be gone, at which point he moves up to the 2nd line and can possibly turn that into a bigger deal later.

LET'S GO CAPS!!!

by Elliotte on Jun 9, 2010 9:38 AM EDT up reply actions

unfortunately for F16, the contract terms specify that he will be paid an hourly wage based upon ice time…

Just trying to capture the spirit of the thing...

by dcsportsfan1 on Jun 9, 2010 8:58 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

aka the Boudreau clause

#NeedsMoreBradley

by Addison H. on Jun 9, 2010 9:00 AM EDT up reply actions 1 recs

So Fleischmann must be making bank.

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"It's not fair. He's just a pitcher." - Dave Jageler
You know you wanna.

by Steck It Out on Jun 9, 2010 9:37 AM EDT up reply actions

Maybe that’s why Green and Semin dogged it in the playoffs. The Caps don’t pay for overtime.

"Now wait a minute. This is just purely a social call. You know, just two adults getting a stew on, man."

by The Ghost of Bebop on Jun 9, 2010 9:51 AM EDT up reply actions

Guys… don’t you see that Bruce has been keeping Fehr’s TOI down so as to keep him more affordable for this multi-year deal? Once signed on the cheap, Fehr will see his TOI jump, both at ES and on the PP, and he’ll be one of the best values in the League.

Bruce is a genius.

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by J.P. on Jun 9, 2010 10:00 AM EDT up reply actions 2 recs

an evil genius…. did F16 really need shoulder surgery or was that another devious plan to keep his value down until he became an RFA?

Just trying to capture the spirit of the thing...

by dcsportsfan1 on Jun 9, 2010 10:07 AM EDT up reply actions

I guess that’s why Bruce coached the team out in the first round. George told him that if he made it to the Finals, they’d all want huge raises. Lose now, we’ll sign ‘em on the cheap and then next year, go and win the Cup. Now that’s stragery.

by b.orr4 on Jun 9, 2010 10:11 AM EDT up reply actions

..or strategery. Need coffee.

by b.orr4 on Jun 9, 2010 10:12 AM EDT up reply actions

Damn, that means Bruce missed the boat by giving Schultz top pair minutes for a portion of the season. Gotta start feeding Schultz some CI comments until he signs his contract.

"Do not be afraid to ask for credit, for our way of refusing is very polite."

by Laich It Or Lump It on Jun 9, 2010 12:10 PM EDT up reply actions

Me = Happy.

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by cobracg on Jun 9, 2010 12:47 PM EDT up reply actions

Sigh. Good luck, Theo. Thanks.

"My face is my mask."

by Jake Shapiro on Jun 9, 2010 10:14 AM EDT reply actions

Theo

A class act on and off the ice. When he got yanked in the postseason in 2009, he didn’t complain, instead, he did what he could to help Varly and when Varly got his first playoff shutout, Theo was just as excited for him as every one else.

I wish he could stay too, but we all knew (fans, the team, even Theo) that his job was to be the bridge that got the Caps from Olie Kolzig (who when he left was pretty well finished) to Varly/Neuvy. Once Varly and Neuvy were ready, he became expendable. I am sure he will find a team that needs a starter next year (Dallas would be a great spot for him… they’re committed to Lehtonen, along with all of his injuries), and he’ll be very effective.

He’s still a Cap until July 1, and when he wins the Masterton in the coming weeks, he will be a Cap when he accepts it. Here’s hoping he also becomes the second Cap to win the King Clancy…

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by MikeL-Pivonka on Jun 9, 2010 10:20 AM EDT reply actions 4 recs

Save some for the Wrap!

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by J.P. on Jun 9, 2010 10:22 AM EDT up reply actions

The more I look at it, the more I think “The Alex Semin Dilemma” would be a good name for a rock band.

John Carlson - Glory follows him.

by boutros23 on Jun 9, 2010 12:13 PM EDT reply actions

Along those lines, Trending Sasha would work, too. I did get a kick out of that phrase.

by Seminrocks on Jun 9, 2010 12:23 PM EDT up reply actions

Sometimes you think they are one of the best bands you have ever seen in concert. Other times it looks like they got drunk before the show and forgot the name of the city they were playing in. You have to ask yourself if they are worth the price of admission, considering there are cheaper bands you could go see instead.

"Do not be afraid to ask for credit, for our way of refusing is very polite."

by Laich It Or Lump It on Jun 9, 2010 12:24 PM EDT up reply actions 8 recs

And then you buy the damn concert t-shirt anyway.

by EmilyB on Jun 9, 2010 12:28 PM EDT up reply actions

You mean they’re Guns n’ Roses in their prime.

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by J.P. on Jun 9, 2010 2:42 PM EDT up reply actions

Pogues or the Replacements…..always worth the price of admission for the spectacle, but you’d sometimes wonder if they even knew they were on stage – or which instruments to play.

by Pi on Jun 9, 2010 4:55 PM EDT up reply actions