CAHL Week Three Recap

                                         

                                           Meet the Electric Mascot, Bolt.

In Week Three, the Defending Champion Tents enjoyed their first bye week, the would be contenders and pretenders for this years championship chase were hard at work. While I was stuffing my face with Chicken Parmesean, Apple Pie and Vanilla Ice cream, my moles were able ascertain the results.

In the first game, the Goddamn Mugs beat the Elks 4-2. Four different goddamn Mugs found the back of the Net to propel the Goddamn Mugs into a tie for first with the Defending Champion Tents.

In game two, the Electric took on the Kodiaks (Bears (Gulls)). Goaltender Eric Schlichte hid in exile (attended a wedding in MD) after his performance on Banner Night so Tents goaltender Derric Souza lended a helping, championship, hand. So, of course, the Electric won to get their franchises first victory. Benedict Russo still has not won without a Tent finger print on the victory. Sal Taormina (former Tent farmhand) scored the GWG to seal the 4-3 victory.

Next week the Defending champion Tents take on the Goddamn Mugs in a UUUGE early season battle for first place. The Doyle Brothers will be missing as they will be in East Rutherford NJ cheering on the team who is responsible for Tom Brady having two Super Bowl Losses. There is one certainty for this game.... I will not be there to score on my own goal. ADVANTAGE TENTS.

If you would like to see game action between the Tents and Elks from week two, we have GOPRO footage on Derric Souza's Facebook page. Pretty good stuff. Looking to make this into a weekly thing, so if you have a GOPRO, bring it to the rink.


                                                     Week Three Standings

                                                    Tents         2-0-0 4 Points
                                                    Mugs        2-0-0 4 Points
                                                    Electric     1-1-0 2 Points
                                                    Kodiaks    1-2-0 2 Points
                                                    Elks          0-3-0 0 Points

CAHL Week Two Recap

In this weeks edition of games, we had a blow out, and a relatively small blow out.

In the first game, the Defending Champion Tents took on the Elks.

The ELKS got off to an early 1-0 lead with a bad angle goal. After that, however, it was all Tents. Who finished with a 13-5 victory to improve to 2-0.

The first line of Biondo - Richards - Roach(e) was on fire again with Richards leading the way with about a half dozen. The second line of Macfarland - Fulford - Souza went to the greasy grimy areas all night to solidify themselves as the best second line in the league. Andrew Fulford looked strong after not skating since he hoisted the Munza Cup.

The Tents defensive unit was once again solid. All four D men pitched in offensively and I dont think the Morrisey - Jack Doyle duo gave up a single tally, making up for the occasional struggles exhibited by the Brian Doyle - Paul Russo pair, who each put a puck in their own net ONCE AGAIN.

For those keeping count, I have scored -2 goals this season (-2G - 3A - 1P)

Also, Brett Biondo infected the Tents bench with MRSA with all of his snot and spit and general lack of trash barrel location awareness.

In the back end of the double header, the Goddamn Mugs handled the Kodiaks (Bears (Gulls)) 7-3. Tied after one, the Goddamn Mugs scored several second period goals to put the game out of reach. 6 different Goddamn Mugs scored with the Goddamn Mugs goaltender playing exceptionally well.

P.S. Shout out to Benedict Michael Russo for coming to the rink on his bye week to watch his former team improve to 2-0.

Week Two Standings

                                              Tents        2-0-0 4 points

                                              Mugs       1-0-0 2 Points

                                              Kodiaks   1-1-0 2 Points 

                                              Electric    0-1-0 0 Points

                                              Elks         0-2-0 0 Points

2016-2017 CAHL Week One

                           

Tents Championship Montage

Hello. Welcome. Bienvenidos.

This CAHL off season was busy. We had simultaneous league expansion and contraction. The Masons and Kings both bid adieu to the hallowed Dorothy Talbot Memorial Rink. However, Benedict Russo gathered a squad of his peers, and a Sieve, to form the ELECTRIC.

On this latest banner night for the defending champion Tents, the crowd of four were treated to a special match up between the 2006 State Champion goaltending duo of Eric Schlichte and Derric Souza as the Electric took on the Tents.

This game was a back and forth, high energy affair that saw the Tents get out to an early 3-1 first period lead. The Electric clawed back to even the score at three with an impressive second period. Alas, the championship pedigree of the Tents was overwhelming for the Electric. With their new look first line of Biondo, ROACHIE, and Richards proving to be too much skill for goaltender Eric Schlichte, sniping from everywhere. The second line of Jagr, Normand Michael Macfarland and Austin Sousa grinded the fuck out of the Electric potting a few goals of their own to pace the Tents to an 8-5 victory.

The Tent's defensive core was solid per usual, except for those two times where Paul Russo and myself scored on our own net. So by my count I have scored -1 goals this season.

Dont Sleep on the electric because they may shock you with their speed and skill up front. It was unfortunate that they had to play the Tents in their inaugural game. They are a fun team to play against... good bunch of guys, except that fucking Benedict Arnold Mike Russo. Who walks away from a potential dynasty?

In the undercard, The Elks were no match for the Bears (Gulls). Bears Win, score unknown.

Great to get back into the groove and here's to a great season.

Week 1 Standings:

Tents          1-0-0  2 Points

Bears         1-0-0  2 Points

Mugs          0-0-0  0 Points

Electric      0-1-0  0 Points

Elks           0-1-0  0 Points

TENTS DETHRONE KINGS!, Win Second CAHL Championship in 3 Years.

The Scene at Dorothy Talbot Memorial Rink as the Tents Claim the Jim Muniz Cup

Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes. Yes.

After what seemed to be an interminable postseason, 2+ months to play 7 games, the Tents are back on top of the Cape Ann Beer League Hockey World.

After easily Dispatching the Gulls, the Tents faced a tall task in beating the defending champion Kings!. The Kings!, led by goalie Cusumano, Endicott, Millsy, Disco, The Ciarametaro Family, Shairs, Fullerton and other guys who's names I apologize for not knowing, dumped the Mugs in 4 in the opening round.

Here is how the series played out.....

Game One: Kings 7 - Tents 2

After polishing off a keg and 10 pounds of steak tips the day prior, Todd has the worst game of his career, and is responsible for this loss after gift wrapping two goals for the Kings with reprehensible turnovers in his own zone. This was a "Throw away the game tape" game for the Tents, who dug themselves an 0-1 hole at home.


Game Two: Tents 4 - Kings 2

Derric Souza stole this game for the Tents. Spectacular Point blank saves and rebound control stymied the Kings while the Tents methodically tallied four goals. Series tied.

Listen to the entire hour of that video. If you do, you will know what it felt like for The Tents over a three week span of not knowing when Game Three of the championship series would be played. Lack of commitment to playing the games when they are supposed to be played caused the CAHL championship series to go dormant for the better part of a month. A time where many Tents almost lost their championship ambition. During this period, the ordinary and mundane task of taking a shower claimed Tents defenseman Jack Doyle, who slipped and fell on a wet surface and broke his hand, finishing his season.

Game Three: Tents 4 - Kings 0

The Tents put forth an effort that will live on forever in CAHL lore and changed the lives of all three fans in attendance. An undeniable dismantling of the Kings will to win from the opening face off.

Ladies and Gentlemen I would like to introduce you to a special friend we all know, his appearances are as rare as a solar eclipse. Psycho Child.

Andrew Fulford's competition induced alter ego, Psycho Child, made his presence felt all over the ice. His intimidation tactics and expert chirping skills landed him squarely in the sin bin FOUR times which triggered an immediate ejection with four minutes remaining in the contest.

 Psycho Child brought our compete level to new heights. Everyone contributed. The forecheck was as good as this league has ever seen and the defensensive quartet of Paul Russo, Austin Sousa, Rob "Moose" Morrissey and Brian Doyle smothered any chances the Kings even thought of having. The backchecking efforts off the entire forward unit, especially by Michael Russo, Brett Biondo and Garrett "Jagr" Webb clogged the neutral zone for the Kings. The best game in Tent Hockey history garnered the Tents a 2-1 series lead.

Game Four: Tents 4 - Kings 3

The Cup is in the Building.

This game was a thriller. Mike Richard spotted the Tents an early 1-0 lead but the Kings wouldn't quit. They clawed back to tie the game three times until Tom Salah netted the Championship Clinching goal.... figures.
A back and forth battle for the ages ended with a second championship in Tent Franchise History.

Uncle Jerry and Rob Ross handed over the MUNZ CUP to Player/Coach/Owner Norman Michael MacFarland who skated off into history, the Cup raised proudly to the sky.

Great Season for the CAHL, lets keep this party rolling. Big thanks to Parsons for keeping this league running.

Championship GALA invitations will be mailed to deserving recipients. If you only showed up to the Cup Clinching game, you might not make the cut. Band wagoners need not apply.

Until Next Year. AMF.

Tents, Kings put stranglehold on Gulls, Mugs.

The Tents and Kings both took 2-0 leads in their opening round series. To keep it short and sweet:

The short handed Kings had a commanding 5-1 lead before Those God Damn Mugs made it interesting right up until the final horn, but the Kings held on for a 6-5 victory.

The Tents pulled away from the Gulls in the third to win 7-3.

Physicality ruled in this game, however that is all I can say after a gag order was placed on the media in the best interests of game three being safe.

The Gulls were hanging around and got it to within 1 at 4-3 in the third. Brett Biondo and Mike Richard scored less than 20 seconds apart on the ensuing shift to make it 6-3 and seal the game.

Just one thing... The Gulls need to work on their insult game. "Learn how to skate." could literally be the worst insult to throw at anyone playing in these playoffs. Get better.

Great to see Gulls goaltender and fellow dad Brady Kain back in net following an injury suffered in the final week of the regular season.

Each game Three should be intense as both Those God Damn Mugs and the Gulls are playing for their playoff lives. 

Richard, Tents Double Up Gulls 10-5

 Great Semifinal Action at the Tank Ieri Sera.

Game one saw the Tents put on an offensive clinic notching their first double digit goal total against the Gulls who were without their starting Goaltender Brady Kain.

Tents sniper Mike Richard scored 5 goals and was a post short of pulling off the double hat trick. Norman "Mike" MacFarland tallied a pair using a game used Loui Erikkson stick and Michael "I refuse to shoot the puck in the slot" Russo rounded out the scoring with two of his own goals even though he drew the ire of his teammates for being too unselfish. One goal is unaccounted for.

Mr. Toe Drag scored a couple for the Gulls, who kept it close for the first two periods until the Tents pulled away in the third.

I provided the world with the newest "Worst turnover in the history of the world." In the second period, Fulford won the defensive zone faceoff directly to Salah, who fed myself below the goal line. Instead of A. Moving my feet or B. wrapping a pass along the boards, I chose option C. Trying to pass the puck cross ice through the slot to Norm. Obviously the pass was picked off and the Gulls forward scored. A well deserved fate for a most heinous turnover.

However, later in the second, Gulls Captain Kyle Irving and a teammate were bearing down on a two on one. In penance for my sins, I sacrificed life and limb to break up the pass and dove to the ice. Irving sauced a pass directly into my temple, leaving me at the very least dazed and confused. I was placed in concussion protocol and did not see the ice for the remainder of the game.

The Tents honored my heroic sacrifice and put the "Hamor" down in the third. Sealing the game one victory.

Kings 3 - Mugs (0)

Derric Discotti scored twice and Uncle Jerry Ciarametaro added a tally to pace the 9 man Kings past the 12 man Mugs in Game One.

Enjoy your Easter you Jesus Freaks.  

Tents Sweep Weekend Set with Masons, Clinch First Place.

After 18 Games of hard hitting, heart pounding, cant miss action.... The Tents are your 2015-2016 CAHL Regular Season Champions. The Tents did not make it easy on themselves down the stretch, but they hung tough and got all four points this weekend vs. a Masons team that was playing out the string.

Prior to this Weekends games, The Mugs commanded a one point lead in the overall standings with one game to play against the Kings. The Tents needed three out of four points to clinch while leaning on late season call up goaltender Eric Schlichte, who was playing in his first real game action in over 3 years.

Game One, Saturday, 6 PM. Tents 6 - Masons 2.

This game was weird. The Masons only had 5 players. That means the only rest these men received was the two intermissions. They played admirably, giving the Tents all they could handle, even outscoring them in the third period. To pay homage to their heroic effort, lets take a look at what would happen if Todd had to play 36 minutes in one game.....

Minute 3: This is weird, I need a break. I am supposed to change out. That was written into my contract.

Minute 6: WATER! Can someone find me some oxygen?!?!

Minute 9: My legs feel like Jello, mmmmmmmm Jello.

Minute 12: Intermission, Thank GOD. Let me Just lay down for a second....

Minute 15: Ok, this is torture... They really expect me to move?

Minute 18: What did I do to deserve this, God? I swear I didnt mean to target those small Gulls players on purpose. Karma is for real.

Minute 21: Laments the fact that he never really used that gym membership.

Minute 24: Intermission, calls life insurance company to make sure beneficiary information is complete.

Minute 27: Tries to convince his teammates to play a man down just for a minute or two.

Minute 30: Blurry vision, this is new.

Minute 33:

Minute 36: Wakes up after someone used the defibrillator to revive me. JD is holding out the phone asking "Does anyone want to call 911?"

So yeah, props to the five Masons for doing what I call my own personal nightmare. Not only did they survive, but they played well. Touche. (Begins McDonalds boycott).

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At this moment the Tents are in first place. One point ahead of those Goddamn Mugs with each having one game to play. Those Goddamn Mugs proved victorious in their game against the Kings. A 4-3 overtime victory. Good for you guys. I'm happy for you. Those Goddamn Mugs reclaimed first. The Tents needed to gain one point in the regular season finale.

Tents 6 - Masons 2, again.

This time the Masons had a full team. They unleashed their secret weapon, Jason Brooks at Center. That proved inconsequential because the Tents led wire to wire, with the MacFarland - Russo - Sousa line grinding the fuck out of the Masons, each potting a goal. Jack Doyle had an impressive effort with a sweet wraparound. I think BLU scored. I cant account for the last goal, Biondo maybe? Michael Russo? Eric Schlichte posted a 2.00 GAA over the weekend, which is admirable in this league. Thanks Sieve!

Anyways, Tents clinched the regular season title, which means SHIT. But it feels nice so back off.

Playoffs start next week.

Kings vs. Mugs
Tents vs. Gulls

Sounds like a party.

Hey Parsons, I have a green jersey, I loaned it to my brother who does not have one. I choose to wear the throwback off colored uniform because I like them. If someone on the Tents has to wear a different jersey than the rest, It might as well be me.

Tents lose Three out of Four, Fall to Mugs 4-3

In a late season matchup with first place on the line, the Mugs and Tents squared off in quite the matchup.

More docile in their older age, the Mugs surprised all in attendance with their play jumping out to a quick 1-0 lead after a bad change and subsequent turnover by the Tents.

Former Best Looking Underclassmen Thomas Jason Salah said "Fuck those Goddamn Mugs" and potted two beauties on the same shift to stake the Tents to a 2-1 lead after one period of scintillating action.

The second period happened. 3-2 Mugs.

The third period got underway with some artistic scoring by the Salah - Fulford - Richards trio potting their third goal of the game. The Doyle brothers (while playing effective defense) road their coattails on the offensive side of the game.

Side note: I was shooting absolute missiles but I missed the net nearly every time. Donny Lowe would have had a stroke if he was in attendace... his teeth would have fallen out from yelling at me so often.

Some jerkoff Mug scored with four minutes remaining to seal the game and achieve first place for the Mugs after this week.

Im going to the gym at least once this week in preparation for the playoffs. Watch out.

As it stands, Those Goddamn Mugs hold a one point lead in the standing over the Tents with the tents holding one game in hand. Thus, if the Tents win out their two game set with the Masons this weekend, they sew up first place and a first round matchup vs. The Gulls with the Mugs facing the Kings.

The Masons and Elks have been eliminated and will play out the string with pride and integrity.

Former Sperm Whales goaltender Eric Peter Schlichte will be making his second and third ever CAHL starts in place of Derric Souza. After collectively bargaining a six pack per win and 12 pack per shut out as compensation for this weekends games, Schlichte was inked to the two day contract. If he fails to win, were gonna stick his ass on a bus back to Boston.


Hey Red Pants, we all work, Not just you. You are just like the rest of us.


"Au Revoir, Have a good game." - Patrice's mother.

Tents best Gulls 3-1 in Thriller

After writing "I must not target and cheap shot smaller players and subsequently brag about it on my blog" 500 times on the chalkboard after school, I am back.

After coming off their first loss of the season, The Tents came back fully loaded with every active roster player suiting up looking to get back into the win column. 7 Forwards and 5 Defensemen proved to be crucial against a highly skilled and speedy Gulls team. In three games this season, The Tents and Gulls have played each game down to the wire. With scores of 6-5, 6-6 and 7-6, this game was shaping up to be a shootout between two talented squads.

From the jump, the pace was fast, the emotions were high, and the Goaltending was stellar. The Tents peppered goaltender and fellow father Brady Kain but Kain was up to the task. Thwarting everything in the early going. Tents goaltender Derric Souza coupled with some seriously active sticks from the Tents D Corps made it tough for the Gulls to generate offense.

Andrew Fulford, days after promising a stellar effort and receiving stock incentives from Timex, delivered on that claim with a greasy grimey goal that would make Peter Chiarelli and Mark Recchi proud. Tents up 1-0.

The Gulls broke through in the second period to tie it up. Im not sure who scored because I was on the bench focusing on not dying. However, if I was a betting man, I would bet that the goal scorers last name was either, Irving, Decoste, Poor or Hamor.

After a brutal cheap shot by yours truly that has no place in our league, the inTENTsity picked up.

Michael Russo scored the eventual GWG on a gritty shift with Norm and (insert third forward here). Russo would later add an ENG to seal the game. A Gulls player was seen leaving the ice and heading to the locker room before the final horn sounded. I'm assuming he needed to use the men's room.

The Gulls and Tents always play a tightly contested game. Would be an interesting playoff match up for sure.

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In the second game of the evening, The Mugs and Masons squared off in a critical game for the Masons. With the Masons pushing for their first playoff berth in franchise history, the score was close for most of the game. The Mugs relinquished multiple two goal leads to the Masons. However a late game surge sealed the victory for the Mugs.

Brett Cahill had a snipe from the point. A thing of beauty from a thing of beauty.

No idea what the score was in the Kings-Elks game but league scorekeepers Sean and Connor "Chonch" Doane said things got very interesting in the penalty bench area.

The lack of hot water was a nice touch, JD. Thanks for allowing us to take a walk down memory lane.

Your friend and brother,

Brian

Sorry, No More Game Recaps

After having been threatened harm upon my person, and having my character questioned, and having been shown for a second time that some people do not understand and/or appreciate satire, I have decided to suspend game recaps for the remainder of the season.

Thanks
Brian

DETHRONED: Tents clobbered by Kings 5-0

A very upset special Valentines day edition of CAHL action did not disappoint.

Every dog has their day, I guess.

After a lengthy layoff that only included one game (a victory over the Mugs) in a month, the 11-0-1 Tents were back on the ice. Pretty much that was it. We were physically on the ice. We were present. From the puck drop, a shorthanded Tents team were no match for the well staffed Kings. Missing Jagr, Biondo and Fulford (more on Andrew later) left us akin to a fart in a windstorm. Just couldn't generate any offense and defensively were less than air tight, to put it kindly.

There are a few things to note from this game:

1. The return of Paul Russo. After a lengthy Achilles layoff, Paul returned to the line up with literally zero practice. Thrown right into the fire, Paul needed to get his timing back. This game was important to getting him back to full speed.

2. When the Kings have their full compliment of players, they are a good team. Except for one of their players, no clue who you are. You use a wooden Sherwood and you scored two goals on us in the first. You have many talent. However the number on your helmet does not match the number on your jersey. That is extremely distracting and you need to fix that.

3. Tent's forward Evander Kane, I mean Andrew Fulford made a huge impact on this game. Sunday afternoon, a relaxed Fulford was quoted as saying "I am looking for my first multi goal game of the year tonight." How did Evander do? He came up short. How Short? The whole way. Fulford somehow found a way to sleep through the entire game. A few frantic phone calls to his cell phone prior to face off went unanswered and the Tent organization was left to worry not only about his whereabouts, but also about his well being. An unmistakable distraction indeed.

After the game, Fulford issued an apology to the Tents organization, coaches, players and fanbase, about 15 people in total, for his inattention to details. Details that include, but are not limited to, Alarm Clocks and Cell Phone Ringers.

When asked about his situation moving forward Fulford stated "I'm super motivated to have a monster game on Sunday (against the Gulls)."

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Elsewhere in CAHL action,

The Mugs defeated the Elks, score unknown. Coupled with a Tent's loss, this victory tightens up the top of the league standings.

In the bottom of the league standings, the Gulls allowed a "spirited" Mason's team to score 8 goals in an 8-5 loss. The Mason's have an outside shot at the playoffs. But with several games still remaining against top seeded teams, it is an uphill battle.

A fight to the finish indeed.

***Coming through the league office this morning..... Mugs forward #10's request for Tent's Player/Coach/Owner/GM Norman Michael MacFarland to be his valentine was denied.***

Warmest Regards,
 Brian

 

Doyle Hat Trick Paces Tents to Victory over Elks 5-1

Is the grass greener on the other side? Well that all depends on your point of view.

After being picked up off the waiver wire on the eve of the season, Jack Doyle found a home on the Tent's blue line. After playing 8 games, the verdict was in. Jack Doyle is not a flashy player. Jack Doyle is just a solid player and teammate who brings his lunch pale to work every game. With such a low cap hit, the Tents were eager to pick up a player with so much upside.

After being granted 2 weeks off to go on Safari's and Climb mountains in South Africa (no the toilets do not flush in the opposite direction) Jack Doyle came back refreshed and ready for action.

Jack Doyle netted a Hat Trick. Three well placed slap shots from the point bested Elks goaltender and GPD Officer Peter Sutera. Sutera has the Doyle brothers taking slap shots at him in his dreams. Jack Doyle was so effective, in fact, that Tent fowards actively blew off a wide open Todd at the point to make sure they got the puck to Jack Doyle instead.

After a lengthy delay where exactly ZERO hats littered the ice, play resumed. 

Two weeks eating Ostrich, Zebra, Kudu, Warthog and other various, nay adventurous, entrees must have been some sore of elixr.

Jagr and Andrew Fulford netted the other Tent's goals.

Here are a few realities that I must acknowledge:

The Tents are 10-0-1 and have clinched a playoff birth. No champagne celebration. All business.

My younger brother has more goals than I do this season. Serious blow to the ego.

Todd played a rather uninspiring, but somewhat effective game. My active stick deflected about a dozen shots out of harms way. No points but a +3 rating. Totally taking advantage of the excuse that my son was awake for half the night.

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In the first game, The Kings bested the Masons 7-2.

In the finale, The Gulls led the Mugs 3-2 after one. I would have stayed for complete coverage but a bucket of popcorn and "The Martian" seemed to be a more lucrative offer at the time.


Go Broncos!

Tents Squeak by Gulls, Extend First Place Lead

RIP David Bowie

Sunday night play opened with a doozie. A back and forth battle that will be remembered until about Thursday. The game intensity was high, the play was fast paced and the Tents prove victorious once again, improving their record to 9-0-1-0 with a final score of 7-6.

Highlights:

Tents opened the scoring on the first shift of the game. Andrew Fulford possessed the puck in the corner and was looking for Todd at the point... but Todd wasn't there. He was lollygagging at center ice. But friends Todd was because Fulford, Mike, and Biondo went to the greasy grimey areas for the goal. If Todd was where he was supposed to be, would the Tents have scored? That will bake your noodle all day.

No last name Mike (Richard) finally found his scoring touch after being snake bitten for a few games, pacing the Tents with a hattrick.

Michael Russo has kept the Russo family name alive with a snipe or two while brother Paul nurses a pesky little Achilles injury.

A goal here, a goal there, and a few questionable penalty calls later and with about a minute left it was all tied up at 6-6. Fear not because (insert GWG scorer here) was at the right place at the right time to send the Tents to victory lane.

Just a quick note.... Todd was kept off the score sheet and was on the ice for at least 4 Gull's goals, but he did leave a positive impact on the game (unless you are the youngest Irving, that impact was probably negative for you). Two beautiful 150 foot passes to spring Fulford and Mike free on breakaways. They both did not score, so thanks guys, for keeping me off the score sheet. Also, Todd broke up numerous odd man rushes to prevent several more Gull's from scoring.

In the second match of the night, The Masons beat a shorthanded Mugs team 3-1. Helping the Tents push their lead in the standings to 3 points over the Mugs with a game in hand. The Tents and Mugs have two more games remaining on the schedule, things could get interesting. Thanks, Masons for infecting the Mugs with your lack of intensity.

Have a great week living your real lives. When I win the Powerball, I will remember the nice people in our league.

Tents Upend Kings 7-2

Hello.

Short write up this week because my son, Owen, decided that 2-4 AM was a great time to scream and cry  and also thought that from 4-7 AM was a great time to punch and kick his parents in the face while he slept in bed with us. I just don't have it in me to be witty, funny or otherwise today.

Norm and Todd participated in a pregame skate with Patrice Bergeron on the TD Garden Ice and got to snag a few Herbie Hancocks and Pictures, so naturally the Kings had no shot to win. (side note: DTMR Ice is 100 times better than The Garden Ice)

Shout out to Emily for getting to the greasy grimey areas to make it all possible.

As for the game, The Kings got out to an early 1-0 lead on a miracle no angle snipe by "Uncle" Jerry Ciarametaro. 1 out of every 100 goes in there. After that it was all Tents. The Norman MacFarland, Jagr and call up Sal Red line put on a clinic notching 5 goals. Im pretty sure Brett Biondo and Michael Russo had the other goals.

I'm also pretty sure Todd was a plus 5 with 3 Assists.... Thanks Patrice for extending my points streak to 4 games. Should have asked him to share his secret to help me get from 8 percent body fat to 6 percent. 

Andrew Fulford was a healthy scratch, probably why Shairs stayed home. Fulford will be sent down to the  pick up leagues on a Conditioning Assignment.

Derric Souza has been a valuable commodity showing that the Tents should be looking for a three peat but instead are looking to get back to the promised land due to his in season surgery last season.

Also, don't be a deadbeat and pay Parsons your league fees. Beer league is a privilege, not a right.