As a career right winger, Georges Laraque recorded exactly 100 assists during his 16-year NHL career. This time, he was on the receiving end of one. Laraque, who is now the owner of Ultime Sports in Quebec—a popular hobby shop—knows plenty about the hobby, but trying to reacquire some of the jerseys he wore for the Oilers, Penguins, Canadiens and Coyotes has been … [Read more...] about Friend with Assist as Laraque Scores Career Jerseys
Georges Laraque
‘Bloody’ Enforcers Cards from ITG a Lightning Rod in Canada
The upcoming release of In The Game Enforcers is generating a lot of discussion in the mainstream media, especially in Canada and at least one of the players in the set is threatening to sue. At issue is the design of the cards meant to feature the league's 'goons', players who are usually instructed to get physical with the opposition--usually through fisticuffs. Some of the … [Read more...] about ‘Bloody’ Enforcers Cards from ITG a Lightning Rod in Canada
Crosby Olympic Jersey Brings $38,257
The jersey worn by Sidney Crosby in Team Canada's 8-2 win over Germany in this year's Olympics drew a winning bid of $38,257 before the eBay hammer fell this week. Crosby's #87 jersey was one of the red Canada models sold by the NHLPA in its ongoing charity auction that began last week. Crosby was the eventual hero for Canada, scoring the game-winner in overtime of the … [Read more...] about Crosby Olympic Jersey Brings $38,257