One For Our Friends On Frozen Pond

So, the ol' Dixie's been gone for about 3 months working on my tan career-related horseshit. Seriously, though, it's been a truly difficult time for me professionally and I'm thrilled to come out the other side, with you folks. Don't think I haven't made time to purchase the requisite championship garb, catch our drafted prospects and even sign up for a celebrity golf event.

But, back in the saddle, I'd like to take this opportunity to plug the other boys in Black N' Gold (Lord knows it ain't the Buccos). Being of District-related demographics and Pittsburgh-area sports allegiances, some among those that cull this space regularly are likely to be watching the Pens take on the Caps tonight. Hell, even ESPN is billing this series as worth a look and they only remit about 3 minutes to Stanley Cup Finals coverage annually.

Sidney and the gang represent much of what is good about professional hockey and I'm even willing to admit that Alex Ovechkin has some talent (although, I'm pretty sure your average mongoloid could score a few with as many as he throws at the net). I won't bore you with details, merely point out that the Pens, as evidenced above, have pulled for the Steelers on multiple occasions and that if ever they could use your "Beltway Pull" it'd be now.

For fantastic Penguins coverage I emplore you to visit The Pensblog, quite simply, one of the most hilarious and original team sites on the web today.

Almost forgot: I'm trying to figure out this Twitter bullshit, but it's taking me awhile...I have plans to attend mini-camp and use it there...stay tuned