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The Jays Were Robbed in the Ninth, But That’s No Excuse…

Published May 15, 2012 | By cjblythe

John Farrell and Brett Lawrie in a heated exchange with Umpire Bill Miller.

Tonight’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays was the sloppiest I’ve ever seen by the Jays’ defense. Four errors should not be expected to lead to a win. In this case, it was a well-deserved loss.

Brett… Continue reading →

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Raffi Torres of the Phoenix Coyotes Suspended for 25 Games

Published April 21, 2012 | By cjblythe

Raffi Torres of the Phoenix Coyotes has been suspended for 25 games, effectively ending this season for him after a blatantly illegal hit on Marian Hossa of the Chicago Blackhawks during game 3 of their playoff series.

I have repeatedly expressed my concern about the level of violence in the… Continue reading →

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Police Seize Vancouver Island Motorcycle

Published April 20, 2012 | By cjblythe

As a result of the posting of a video of a reckless, speeding motorcyclist on Youtube , tips were received from the public and Saanich police seized the motorcycle and charged the suspected 25-year old male driver and his mother.

After matching scratches on the bike with those visible in… Continue reading →

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How Can Good Quality Hockey Happen When Everyone’s Too Busy Dealing With or Using Smack Talk and Nasty Tactics?

Published April 15, 2012 | By cjblythe

I watched Games #1, 2 and 3 of the playoff series between the Vancouver Canucks and The Los Angeles Kings and I’ve never been more disappointed.

In no way can anyone say either of these teams has played good, honest hockey. There’s just been too much bad-mouthing, nasty hits, embellishments… Continue reading →

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