Also, I won't lie, I actually cried a little bit during the Edmonton @ Anaheim game tonight.
Selanne and Neidermayer doing a lap around the rink at the end got me thinking about just how excellent they've been for Anaheim. From cup, to contenders, to this catastrophic season.. I love them both incredibly.
This was my Modano moment.
I hope they come back. They can't end on this note, but at the same time, I can't blame them if they do leave..
Teemu Selanne. Thank you. You were my first favorite Duck and always will be. You are an absolute fucking aspiration for any hockey player and fan. You're a class act on and off the ice. Your 'stick rifle' pose will forever be etched in every hockey afficionados brain. If you don't get the Bill Masteron trophy, I'm going to burn something down, there is no other nominee who is more worthy of it.
Scott, I can't say enough good words about you. The love you have for Rob is admirable. The dedication you have for Anaheim and for Canada is leaps and bounds above anything anyone else in this club has given. You're a role model for all defenseman not just here, but in the NHL. You've been a terrific Captain and give me nothing but reasons to respect you.
EDIT: Eugh, what am I saying.. They'll be back. They gotta be.
