Dangerous Hockey

Now, I’m not religious at all.  But my wife is, and my kids (who are around her all the time) have bought in.  I don’t want to get into religious discussion, but a small part is necessary for this gripping story.

The story is simple.  My beautiful 4-year-old girl who you can see in some earlier posts, is INSANE about hockey.  Literally.  Over the course of the past week she constructed an elaborate ice rink (see photo) especially for me.

"um Mom, I hope Daddy brings the rink I made him to heaven."

I wasn’t allowed to touch, (only look) until she finished it.  Finally she gave to me and made me promise to keep it around me all the time.  “But keep it away from those dogs dad.  Those crazy dogs.”  she says.

So this I did.  On my dresser it became a fixture.  Then it happened.  One day after pre school while I was pretending to work, she asked my wife.  “Mom, can people bring things to Heaven?”  My wife asks “why?”  That’s when Cassidy laid the cutest take on religion by telling her “um I just hope Daddy takes my ice rink I made him up to Heaven.”

Well Goddamn if that wasn’t the cutest thing I’ve heard in a long time and having 4 kids in 5 years, I’ve heard plenty.  Certainly, an ICE rink works much better in a “Heaven” vs “HELL?”

Once again, hockey proves to be more than just a game.  It’s a way (according to many people, for Jesus to find his way into my heart).  Unfortunately for them, I suppose, it wasn’t enough.  I still don’t believe in any of that crap otherwise I’d be typing this with a couple of super models spell checking this for me.  But I’m not.  Love you baby girl:

"Wanna play some hock Dad?"

Bleed HOCKEY,

Your humble servant.

PS:  Anyone else enjoy seeing Colton Orr losing every fight he gets in?

While we at Dangeroushockey hate to stoop to this level, we feel we owe it to the blogging world and to the viewers of ESPN, to stand up and shout especially since the banning was clearly in question (read my previous Barnaby article about why).  Below is the actual email received back from my inquiry and I believe that this Patrick dude has some clout and will make certain the matter is settled fairly!

MY ACTUAL COMPLAINT AND THEIR RESPONSE:

From: ESPN Customer Care <support@espncustomercare.com>

Date: December 6, 2010 7:57:19 PM EST

To: “rocque@dadadamedia.com” <rocque@dadadamedia.com>

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Dear Rocque,Thank you for your e-mail.

We appreciate you taking the time to write and share your thoughts with us. We have shared your comments with the appropriate personnel for their review and consideration.

Sincerely,

Patrick
ESPN Viewer Response

————— Original Message —————

Dear ESPN,

I love your NHL coverage and the addition of Matthew Barnaby.  However, recently through what I was certain was a Twitter misunderstanding, he banned me from his account.  Only days after RE tweeting 2 of my tweets saying how awesome they were.

I forgive Matt for his unfounded fit of rage but think that ESPN should mandate that he put me back on as he after all represents you guys and shouldn’t be able to arbitrarily dismiss fans?  I could see if I were vulgar or offensive etc but that was certainly not the case.  My twiter name is Dangeroushockey and my website which has a full, detailed recap of the outburst is dangeroushockey.com

Thanks in advance.

Rocque Trem

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Dear Mayor,

Hello.  My name is Rocque Trem and I’m trying to bring the NHL back to the great city of Cleveland.

One step closer to NHL in Cleveland?

I’m certain you are familiar with my international hockey publication, Dangeroushockey.com.  If you’re not, please give us a free trial, I’m certain you will enjoy the fresh new take on the game.

Many describe us as a “unique” voice.  Which I am not entirely clear what that means, but oh well.  To my point, I’ll be brief.  I want to purchase the Igloo and move it to Cleveland. I have contracted with this reputable company below to help me move it here.  They normally only do mobile homes but have made an exception for me if I give them a pair of season tickets.

Judging by the beautiful new arena I visited on Monday (they LOST!!!) you guys no longer have a need for the Igloo.  However, I spent much time over the past few years and find it the perfect venue for an upstart city with no money or team.  “Build it and they will come.” I believe.  I’ll have to rename it, but I think the history of the building and the unique look will be the perfect combination to excite both fans and players to flock to Cleveland.

And we all know what a Cleveland/Pittsburgh rivalry is worth financially!  I am not certain if you get involved with real estate?  I’m prepared to offer, 375,093 exactly for the facility as is.  Assuming no significant structural issues have changed since I’ve last been there.  I saw you moved the High School Jerseys, that’s fine.  I used a computer real estate site called “Olduselessrinkvalues.com” to appraise the arena and this is exactly 10 percent higher than they suggested.  Why?  Because I’m a man who knows what it takes to get what he needs.

Forgive me for my sense of urgency but I can deliver a cashiers check (should I make out to you or the Penguins?) immediately.  I’m ready to move this puppy and start selling tickets. I don’t as of yet, have a team, but rest assured I will not go after the Pens.

Just between you and me, I’m looking at in the following order:  The Coyotes, The Jackets or the Islanders. I’d also consider the Lightning or Panthers, but would rather just raid their players as they cannot possibly keep paying them selling tickets for $8 bucks.

If I don’t hear from you, I’ll assume we have a deal and will show up with the moving crew and check soon, cool?  Please let me know if you have any questions or  concerns as I cannot tell you what a dream this is and how lucky I was to be struck in the middle of the night with this stellar plan.  I mean you guys don’t need it, I do! Please keep this confidential as I hate the press (Except for PUCK Daddy) and fully intend to use them only as pawns in my game to sell tickets. However until I have a team, I need to give the illusion of serious activity and I’m sure you would agree that moving that building to downtown Cleveland is the way to do it!  Thanks in advance for your cooperation.  I’m extremely excited to play the Pens in the near future.  Perhaps we can go to a game together to discuss?  Call or email with questions or concerns.  Cell 216 990 9603 or email

Rocque@dadadamedia.com.

Regards,

Rocque Trem

President, dangeroushockey.com

My brother Chris is a big NYI fan.  Why, I’m not sure.  I’ll be sure to ask him later.  Me, I grew up idolize Gretzky so I remember the dynasty days.  They are LONG, LONG gone.  So I decided I might be able to help in between my quest to bring a team to Cleveland.  Below is an actual conversation of me trying to apply for the new Head Coaching position.

Judging by the reaction, either they just didn’t like me or they hired someone already?

ACTUAL INTERVIEW VIDEO: