OK, it looked strange. Can everyone at least admit that? A familiar face in an unfamiliar place. It was weird seeing Mike Babcock behind the visitors' bench at Joe Louis Arena Friday night. "When you count the lockout, it's been close to 12 years since I last came here and walked into the visitors' room," Babcock said before the Detroit Red Wings' 4-2 exhibition victory over the Maple Leafs. "I haven't spent a whole lot of time thinking about this. I've got a lot of work to do in Toronto, as you probably know. I've been busy doing my job and focusing on that." It would've been understandable had Babcock mistakenly walked into the Wings' dressing room first, if only out of habit. "Anytime you spend 10 years," Babcock said, "anytime you've …show more content…
But, of course, it's the exhibition season. It might change some next Friday when Babcock returns with the Leafs for the Wings' home opener. The geniality was somewhat surprising, considering Detroit's notoriety for holding onto bitterness, exposing its parochial thin skin when it thinks its sports stars can't wait to leave town. Babcock signed an eight-year, $50-million contract with the Leafs. When he arrived in Toronto in July, there were billboards throughout the city welcoming him. His introductory press conference was one of the lead stories that evening on the CBC national newscast. As much as he enjoyed his time in Detroit, Babcock couldn't resist the opportunity of resuscitating Canada's most popular team — at least among English-speaking Canadians, anyway. Babcock congratulated the Toronto Blue Jays for making the baseball playoffs for the first time in 22 years Friday. He said that a long playoff run might take some of the public attention away from his massive rebuilding job with the Leafs. Presumably, tongue was firmly planted in cheek for that …show more content…
Not at that hefty price tag. Not with the lofty reputation Babcock brought with him. "We're going to fix it," he insisted. He'll do great in Toronto. And, quite frankly, it's great for the NHL. The intense badgering that eventually turned combative with the Wings will be welcomed and appreciated in Toronto. Though it was never openly discussed last summer, both parties now rather matter-of-factly state it was best for all that Babcock and the Wings moved in different directions. There are some things that Babcock misses. He said he misses his tailor, his barber and a neighborhood restaurant in Northville that made pretty good perch. Babcock added that he's not sure his wife has adapted to their new life-in-a-fishbowl in Toronto. "But I felt that my time had come to an end in Detroit and it was time for a new opportunity," he said. The Wings now say a "fresh voice" was needed. There's definitely a fresh
Loonie is still upset about Cal being their new coach. He is so upset that he doesn’t even show up for practices. One night Cal knocks on Loonie’s front door.”I just hate to see a guy with a game as yours throw it away’. This quote makes a huge difference in the history. Loonie starts to feel more confident with his new coach around but he also comeback for practices and he finally decides to play for him.
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Shortly after he retired, he was named the Executive Director for Canada’s Men’s Olympic Hockey team. Gretzky used his great leadership skills to help guide the team to winning Gold Medals in 2002 after a 50 year drought. It is easy to see that Gretzky’s presence helped end the streak and earn Canada a medal. While Gretzky had acquired his position with the Canadian team, he also took a position for the N.H.L.’s Phoenix Coyotes. He first bought part of the Coyotes before eventually becoming the team’s head coach in 2005.
The most memorable moment in hockey history came thirty-four years ago with the 1980 Miracle on Ice. The Americans defeating the dominant Soviet team at the Olympics was not only an important triumph for USA Hockey, but for the entire nation. Contrary to popular belief, the underdog win was not only the result of a miracle; it was also the result of a hard-working team led by Coach Herb Brooks. With increasingly negative views on the position of the United States in the Cold War, the Miracle on Ice and the gold medal win lifted the spirits of the nation and brought hockey into the American spotlight.
At the age of 16, Steve Yzerman debuted in the OHL, for the Peterborough Petes. He had an outstanding year posting 91 points in just 58 games. Although he didn’t look as good as Pat Lafontaine, “he was still considered one of the top prospects in the upcoming draft”. (“Steve Yzerman” Legends o...
In conclusion to Allan Levine’s article, a job well done has not been revised, reviewed, or even brought up to change the Canadian flag in over fifty years. So far, there has not been any attempt to amend such decision on our flag. We are individuals with human dignity, and pioneers to this great country. It is an honor to be a great citizen of this significant country we call Canada. “GO MAPLE LEAFS!
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...dint of hard work to please us. However, I and my people will get the retribution that we deserve after you’ve annihilated the greatest leader of our nation. After the second rebellion I went into exile in the United States, they welcomed me with open arms. But I was soon depressed as I missed the sweet scent of Mayflowers blooming in my beloved soil. I missed the fiddle which tells traditional stories through exquisite melody. I missed our fierce flag that illuminated pride through the dark nights and sunlit days, the flag that shined with immoral infinity. I’ve missed the traditional jig dance that was filled with vitality and energy. I’ve waited seven years to enter my beloved country Canada and now I will. And no force shall stop me. Please rethink your decision of refusing my amnesty appeal because when push comes to shove, you will lose.
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Taylor use the humorous tone to show how ridiculous stereotypes are about First Nations people. Taylor uses First Nations humour to do this, “What’s an Indian worth These Days” and “Why did the Indian Block the Road” both use jokes that poke holes at the dominant culture. Taylor writes in “Why did the Indian Block the Road”, “you have to admit it was an interesting battle technique, waging war on sluggishness with sluggishness. The 401 became more barren than the Maple Leaf Gardens during the Stanley Cup finals”. Taylor uses metaphor effectively, as he compares the busiest highway in Canada to the home of the Toronto Maple Leafs, who have not made the Stanley Cup finals since 1967 (List of NHL). By using the adverb of “more”, Taylor is also subtly showing the reader his views about the way the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) treats and handles situations involving First Nations people. The line before is the setup for the joke, but the repetition of “sluggishness” by Taylor outlines to the reader that the OPP has a recurring method of dealing with situations, jumping to conclusions before properly assessing different situations and most likely basing their reactions around stereotypes. Drew Hayden Taylor uses the humorous tone to make this point to the reader, however, the information is presented in a way that shows to...
Canadiens are still one of the most winningest franchises in all of sports. The team’s long
Gillis, Charlie. 2010. Not just our game, anymore: the hockey landscape has shifted. Can Canadians keep up? Maclean's. (8): 40-41.
The Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment company (MLSE) was founded in 1998 when the Toronto Maple Leafs merged with the newest NBA team at the time, the Toronto Raptors. This amounted to one of the best motivators for Toronto pride and was one of the most beneficial merges for the city. Since their start in 1927, the Maple Leafs have been able to fill arena seats and hold onto their fans’ loyalty. They clinched five Stanley Cups in the 1940s and were able to win 4 more cups throughout the 50s and 60s. Despite a three decade drought that followed, their loyal fan base kept supporting them. However, the Maple Leaf Sports company is much more than players on the ice, the Stanley Cup wins and losses, and the fan base; the team has