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NHL All-Star Game and more

Sunday, January 27th, 2008

I’ve been away and I apologize. Regular posts will be back post All-Star Game, since there’s always plenty to rant about this time of year, particularly when it comes to Canadian media and the Maple Leafs. Sigh.

Until then, enjoy these highlights (?) from the Skills competition:

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