NEW Twitter Account for HftL!!

I just decided to make a separate Twitter account for this blog, so anyone following my other blog, The Steel City Sports Fan-TSCSF (steelcitysports), on Twitter - be sure to sign up to follow HftL too!!

I'm setting both blogs up to update status with blog posts, so you can stay up-to-date with HftL now too!!

http://www.twitter.com/hockeyFTladies

THANKS, ladies!!!

Omnium Gervais-Talbot Golf Tournament

Last week (July 3rd), the annual Omnium Gervais-Talbot weekend took place. Teri S., one of our loyal HftL readers was LUCKY enough to be in attendance and share some of her pictures!

She also has a pretty detailed account of her trip on her blog, Creations in Fiber and Thread, if you would enjoy reading about her weekend!

Check back with HftL sometime later for more pictures from that weekend!

ALSO, we have another readers personal account of the Letang signing at the DVD Premiere from earlier this week. I hope to have that up sometime this weekend!

HftL is SO LUCKY to have such special readers - THANK YOU!!

REASON #29 & 30
[Like Most Men] He's Still a Kid at Heart

AND

NEVER forgets where he came from!

When Sid was younger, he'd play street hockey with his buddies for a chance to win their own home-made version of the Stanley Cup. And after winning the real thing, he never forgot the dreams he had when he was young nor the buddies he shared those dreams with:

"I do have this idea of playing street hockey with my friends — winning team gets the Stanley Cup. We always used to pretend the Cup was on the line in our street hockey games, so now it really can be."

Sid could quite possibly make it another dream fulfilled!

Western Conference (now with the Eastern Conference) Hottie: Chris Conner (Pittsburgh Penguins formerly Dallas Stars)

Ok, since I'm a glutton for punishment and I keep tabs on 2 different teams (hockey is like potato chips, you can't have just one) I actually kind of like it, when they just swap players. The most recent TX car tag your going to see in the Pens parking lot belongs to Right Wing Chris Conner. Formerly of the Dallas Stars.

IMPORTANT HOCKEY STUFF: As some of you know, or may not know, the [poor babies] Stars, were riddled with injuries to a number of key players. The least of which, (stop laughing, Stephanie) is their [fearless leader, and all around STUD!] "C" Brenden Morrow. (now I KNOW your laughing, Stephanie) Which caused a shortage of RWs. So they called up, Chris Conner, from the AHL last fall. He's pretty low key, but really gets and digs after the puck. He's fast, and you'll see him chasing the puck anywhere. (He's not unlike Tyler Kennedy. Same type of game.) 7 goals, and 14 assists in 71 NHL games for the Stars. He's only played in 1 playoff game. However I think pressure like the playoffs, is an undiscovered strength he has as a player [this is my personal opinion, take it for what you will]. His main disadvantage is his lack of size. He's "generously" listed at 5'8" and 180. (I'm pretty sure there was a brick involved in both the measuring and the weighing.) This brings me to a funny story I heard on the radio (no, Stephanie, it wasn't Morrow) from Steve Ott (who's ever the prankster) about how his team mates would keep putting a stool, in front of his locker, and telling him it was there so he could reach his gear. They even did this on the road. In college, he was on the WCHA all star team. Playing for the Michigan Tech Huskies. He ended his Huskies career as the school’s all-time leader in shorthanded goals (15) and ranked 19th among goal-scorers (69). [More on his career with the Huskies, Here] Never drafted, he began his pro career on an amateur try-out basis with Iowa in the AHL. After a strong showing which included a two-point effort in seven playoff games, he earned a two-year contract with Dallas. (Conner was signed as a free agent out of collage by the Stars, on 07/13/06.) He was an AHL rookie of the year, his first season out of collage for the IA Stars. While playing for the Stars, his line mates were, James Neal [previously on HftL], and Mike Modano [previously on HftL]. A line, that while together, did have some success even during that doomed season. He wore Max Talbot's # 25, in Dallas, so I'm not sure what we'll see him in for the Pens.

REALLY IMPORTANT STUFF: Um, EYELASHES!!! Thick, black, long beautiful eyelashes. Of course there's other things to admire. Well, I'm still having trouble getting past the eyelashes. But you ladies feel free to drool on any thing you like. There's plenty of physical attributes to admire. The mesmerizing blue eyes. Wavy brilliant black hair. [which just gets more awesome, when he spikes it] The cute rosy cheeks. The way he pouts, when he's out on the ice [just watch for it, trust me] The smile (although that was a little rough, when he was short a few teeth there for a while.) He's just all around gorgeous, and busts a grin, at every opportunity. He loves playing the game, and it shows in his infectious enthusiasm. Just try to look at him smiling, and not smile yourself, you can't do it.

He has a wife, Lindsey, and his first child was born this past February (2009) There were some complications with the birth [I believe a bit premature, but don't quote me]. But all was well, in a few days. So congratulations to the Conner's. MUCH better looking on TV. Trust me. Here's a little teaser,

(yes, I know it's short on quality, but we're dealing with the Stars tec people here, and their not known for over doing much of anything web related.) It's the only interview I could find. I'm sure at some point, he'll be interviewed by PIT people, and we'll be able to feast our eyes, all we want. But for now, this will have to do.

Oh, and we already know he looks good in black.

Videos of TK and Tangers on Pittsburgh Today Live!!

GOOD STUFF!!!

Here's video of today's interview of Kris Letang and Tyler Kennedy on Pittsburgh Today Live. There are two extra videos of both of them giving the weather forecast - FUN (you actually get to see a side of Tangers you don't usually see - he appears to be more outgoing than usual!)!!!!!!!

"Our fans are loud and they get excited which gets us excited!" - Tyler Kennedy

I don't know about you guys, but I NEVER GET TIRED of watching this stuff and the players talk about the win (and the parade, and the fans, and EVERYTHING!)!!!

INTERVIEW

WEATHER FORECAST with TK and Tangers

14-DAY TEMPERATURE TREND with TK and Tangers

Crosby Picture of the Week (TOO ADORABLE!)

This week's picture has nothing to do with current happenings in Sid's life, but it takes us back to a moment frozen in time as a young Sidney heads off to school with his mother, Trina, helping him out with his Toronto Blue Jays backpack.

These are the photos we don't often get see - of young Sidney which is why they're such a great find and why I wanted to share it with you ladies!!

I was lucky enough to stumble across it on "[A Sidney Crosby Fansite] Sidney Crosby Hockey!"

What a SWEETIE (and such a loving mom!)!!

Eastern Conference Eye Candy: Brooks Laich (Washington Capitals)

If this Brooks Laich's hockey career ended tomorrow, I'm certain he could make a pretty good living as a super model. Look at him - he has a great look with that chiseled face (strong jawline and cheekbones).

I took notice of him after watching one of the Cabbie's "Journey to the Cup" videos and was smitten ever since! CLICK HERE TO CHECK OUT THAT VIDEO (AND HERE)!!

HOCKEY FACTOR

• began his career in the WHL (Western Hockey League) for the Moose Jaw Warriors and Seattle Thunderbirds
• drafted in the 6th round of the 2001 NHL Entry-Level draft by Ottawa (193rd overall)
• WHL Western Conference MVP (2002-2003)
• won a silver medal with Team Canada in the 2003 World Junior Championships
• signed an extension with the Capitals in July 2008 (3-year / $6.1 million)
• has been mentioned as a future captain of the team
• his philosophy: "If you want money, go to the bank. If you want bread, go to the bakery. If you want goals, go to the net."

HOTNESS FACTOR:
Committment in a guy is very attractive and Laich definitely has that especially when it comes to the Washington Capitals! When asked about his team attitude, he replied "If I asked you about your family, you would talk about them forever because it's something you love," Laich said. "That's the way I feel about this team. This team is my life, and I love playing here and I'm passionate about playing hockey. So it's easy for me to talk about it."

Not unlike his buddy Mike Green, Laich enjoys golf and playing the guitar. He's enjoys baseball and his favorite team is the Toronto Blue Jays

He's also a supporter of Athletes Against Autism.