Capitals Vs Stars 10/25/2008 Review

Alexander Semin celebrates winning goal with Shaone Morrisonn and Mike Green.

Capitals 6 - Stars 5 OT

It was back to "Run 'n Gun" style hockey, as the Washington Capitals out dueled the Dallas Stars in the final game of their road trip out West. Believe it or not, both goaltenders Marty Turco of the Stars and the Caps' Jose Theodore made plenty of fine saves, despite all the goal scoring that took place.

Obviously the netminding wasn't perfect. Theodore would probably like a redo on the big right up the slot rebound he set up the Stars first goal with. Turco had his own puck mishandling moments too, but for the most part, both played well. There were a few times at each end of the ice when the goalies were surprised by players who somehow made their way through the defense and ended up wide open, right on the doorstep.

Sergei Fedorov celebrates NHL goal 474 with Alex Ovechkin.

I'm not about to go back and add them all up, but it did seem like the Stars committed more turnovers than the Capitals. Washington was very aggressive, causing Dallas to cough up the puck via excellent forechecking. The Caps did fairly well on their puck possession time as well.

Among the Caps' goal scoring was Tyler Sloan, with his very first NHL goal during his third NHL game. It was good to get both defenseman John Erskine and forward Viktor Kozlov back from injury. Erskine's return meant Sergei Fedorov was put back at center, and that worked out very well for him and the Capitals. Fedorov scored two goals (#474 and #475), the first of which made him the Russian born player with the most career goals ever in the NHL. Tomas Fleischmann also put in two and came very close to a hat trick a few times. Meanwhile, even with only 12:12 total ice time, Michael Nylander managed two assists. Alexander Semin also had a multi point night, with two assists and the game winning overtime goal.

Tyler Sloan scores first NHL goal on Mart Turco.

It wasn't the most technically brilliant game. But even with all those pucks flying into the net and a lack of any real domination, it was still a very satisfying win.

All Photos from Associated Press - October 25, 2008.

Capitals Vs Coyotes 10/23/2008 Review

Jose Theodore gets help blocking shot from Sergei Fedorov.

Capitals 1 - Coyotes 2

The Washington Capitals lost their third straight game Thursday night, when they faced the Coyotes in Phoenix. It was the second on their three game Western road trip, and second straight one goal loss.

The Caps looked much better than in their previous two games, especially on the power play, in the first 10 minutes or so. Goalie Jose Theodore was more solid than any of his earlier starts. The bad news is that he would definitely need to be.

Things looked good for Washington just over halfway through the second period, when they finally got a PP goal via a Brooks Laich wrist shot that went past Mikael Tellqvist. Phoenix has a very poor record when scored upon first. You would think the Capitals would have gained some kind of momentum with the goal, but that didn't quite happen.

Jose Theodore makes pad save on shot by Shane Doan.

In the second period, the Caps' line of defense seemed to retreat from the Phoenix blue line into the neutral zone, where they started committing a lot of turnovers. During the third period, they fell back even further, to just about their own goal mouth. Offensively, they started looking like they were getting back into the habit of waiting for the perfect shot, or being too fancy. It took only 6:32 of the third period for Phoenix's youngsters Mikkel Boedker and Peter Mueller to score the two goals they would need to defeat the Caps.

Hopefully Washington can snap out of their scoring slump and sure up the defense for their next opponent, the Dallas Stars. They're going to need every part of their game to be going well if they want to right the ship and come home on a good note.

Both Photos from Associated Press - October 23, 2008.

Capitals Vs Flames 10/21/2008 Review

Jose Theodore blocks shot versus Flames October 21, 2008.
Photo by Jeff McIntosh for AP / The Canadian Press.

Capitals 1 - Flames 2

The Washington Capitals visit to Calgary for a game against the Flames brought the potential for good times on and off the ice. I'm sure all the Capitals players that are from Calgary or nearby areas had a good time off the ice, but things could've gone much better on it.

Although there were a few things to be happy about, including a solid performance by Washington's netminder Jose Theodore and an overall decent effort by the Caps' defense, there were a couple reasons to be downright frustrated as well. The power play woes of the first five games continued in this match. Four power play goals in six games with an abundance of chances, is just not good. That problem needs fixing pronto. The other glaring problem last night was the amount of penalties being earned, a problem we saw in three other games so far. Ten penalties, including eight straight within the first two periods is also cause for some concern. Mind you, some of those calls may have been of the lousy variety, but you can't use that as a crutch.

Back to the bright side. It's early days yet. Two key components, defenseman Tom Poti and forward Viktor Kozlov are expected to return soon. The Caps have had their share of injuries early in the season. If they can stay healthy and regain some secondary scoring, they'll be fine. As far as primary scoring, don't worry about Alex Ovechkin. He'll come around. You can count on it.

Happy 25th Birthday Boyd Gordon

Washington Capitals forward Boyd Gordon turned 25 years old today. He is a skilled, smart and consistant hockey player. Boyd recorded an assist with the Capitals during his first NHL game versus the New York Islanders on Octbober 9, 2003. He has registered two points in the three games he's played so far this season, including a game winning goal in Pittsburgh on October 16, 2008. I hope he has a great day and a great 2008-2009 season. I'm glad Boyd Gordon is a Cap.

Devils Vs Capitals 10/18/2008 Review

Alexander Semin scores goal in Period 1.

Devils 4 - Capitals 3 SO Loss

The Washington Capitals hosted the New Jersey Devils in last night's shootout loss. As in their last game versus the Pittsburgh Penguins, Washington's power play wasn't clicking. Unlike in that game, it proved to be fatal in this close one.

The Capitals were on the scoreboard first, with another goal by the very hot Alexander Semin, who came into the game with 4 goals, 4 assists and a plus-5 rating. They seemed to be playing their run and gun style of play, which is very unusual against the trap master Devils. At 12:48, New Jersey's rookie left winger Petr Vrana scored his first NHL goal with his very first shot.

Alex Ovechkin skates the puck up the ice.

Brent Johnson did an excellent job in goal for Washington, frustrating the Devils several times. The Caps finally scored on a PP in the second period, something they hadn't done in the previous 115 minutes and 42 seconds of play. After Alex Ovechkin shanked a slapshot, Brooks Laich sent the puck back to Mike Green, who snapped in their only PP goal of the game during the two man advantage.

The next two goals were scored by New Jersey just after the middle of the third period. The first one of those being the Devils only PP goal. With 5:11 left in regulation, Washington knotted the game at 3-3. Defenseman Jeff Schultz collected the puck behind the Caps' net and passed it to defenseman John Erskine. Erskine went coast to coast, sending his shot wide while losing his balance after getting in the offensive zone. Semin banked the puck off a New Jersey defenseman and past Martin Brodeur. It was Semin's second goal of the game, but it wasn't enough to end it.

Zach Parise's Shootout Goal.

Overtime came and went with neither team having any success. Only one guy was able to score in the shootout, and it wasn't a Washington Capital. Zach Parise was first up for the Devils, and the only one able to send the puck into the net.

The Capitals were outshot. They went 1 for 8 on power plays, including a couple 5 on 3's. That makes it a little tough to come out with a win. On the bright side, they did kill off four penalties. Semin's two goal night, gives him a total of 6 goals and 4 assists for 10 points in five games. He now also holds a plus-6 rating. Brent Johnson made 34 saves on 37 shots, not counting the shootout. Nicklas Backstrom is starting to play much better than in the first couple games of the season.

All October 18, 2008 Photos - Luis M. Alvarez / Associated Press

Capitals Vs Penguins 10/16/2008 Review

Michael Nylander's goal ties score in Period 3.

Capitals 4 - Penguins 3

The Washington Capitals started off Thursday night's game against the Pittsburgh Penguins a little shaky once again, a disturbing trend for the season so far. However, the come from behind finish was almost as good as it gets.

The Capitals looked like a completely different team from that which had so completely dominated their opponent in the previous game. The Penguins had apparently gotten wind of the spanking Washington had put on the Vancouver Canucks, and decided to use a trap type defense to keep from getting run over in their own building. This seemed to take the Caps by surprise, as Pittsburgh built a three goal lead over them within the first 22 minutes of play.

John Erskine causes Sidney Crosby to turn over puck.

As the game went along, goaltender Jose Theodore and the Capitals steadied themselves and changed the tempo of the game to their preferred faster pace. Tomas Fleischmann softly backhanded a deflected Brooks Laich attempt into the open side of the Pens' net part way through the second period. Then it was fight time. Because of a busted lip sustained in his bout with Paul Bissonnette, Washington forward Matt Bradley ended up spending his five minute major getting stitched up, but he did return later. A few minutes after the fight, Pittsburgh's Russian forward Evgeni Malkin was awarded a two minute minor penalty for boarding. Everyone who saw the dirty high stick ramming from behind he gave Alexander Semin, knows it should've been a five minute major. But these events, along with Sidney Crosby showing what a prat he is by bumping Semin from behind at the side wall a few minutes later, seemed to energize Washington.

The Capitals took control of the game in the third period. Semin potted his fourth goal of the season early on. Exactly halfway through the third, Michael Nylander evened the score at 3-3 on a play started by John Erskine causing Crosby to turn over the puck in the Caps end. The final blow by Washington wasn't allowed an on ice celebration. Boyd Gordon's game winning goal was only confirmed upon video review while play continued on. The puck went in and back out of the net so fast, the referees didn't quite catch it. During the next stoppage in play, the goal was awarded.

Boyd Gordon's Game Winning 3rd Period Goal.

Marc-Andre Fleury played well in Pittsburgh's net, but his team wasn't ready for the surge from Washington. Evgeni Malkin wasn't ready for all those massive hits from the best forward in the NHL, Alex Ovechkin. It was nice to get a win in a building that hasn't been very kind to the Cap's in many a visit. After the final seconds ran off the clock, Sydney Crosby congratulated Ovechkin with a bump from behind and a few unkind words. No doubt, when the Capitals got back home, they all took long hot showers in order to wash off the filth of Pittsburgh. Perhaps they use a special decontamination chamber. Fantastic win in any case.

All Photos - Gene J. Puskar / Associated Press

Canucks Vs Capitals 10/13/2008 Review

Michael Nylander Vs Roberto Luongo - October 13, 2008 Penalty Shot

Canucks 1 - Capitals 5

The Washington Capitals looked to improve their record to 2-1 last night as they faced the Vancouver Canucks in their second home game of the 2008-2009 season. Not only did they win the game, but they took complete control early on and never loosened their grip.

The pucks used in this game seemed to have Alexander Semin seeking devices installed, as they just kept landing on his stick. Semin scored the first goal at 2:54 with a backhand shot from the top of the crease, while skating across on the wrong foot. The primary assist came from Michael Nylander, who had a three point (1 PP Goal, 2 Assists) night himself. The lone goal by Vancouver came from Alexander Edler during a Power Play 1:08 later. As a matter of fact, the Canucks only managed 2 shots on goal in the entire first period. The Capitals on the other hand, fired off a respectable 10. One of those just happened to be Mike Green's third in the three games played so far. The pass to Green from the side of the net, was Nylander's second primary assist.

Capitals celebrate Michael Nylander's penalty shot goal - October 13, 2008.

While Roberto Luongo saw another 15 shots in the second period, Washington's netminder Brent Johnson only faced 1, according to official records. That one shot on goal took a quick movement from one side of the goal mouth to the other, ending in a nice toe save by Brent. Down at the other end of the ice less than a minute later, Boyd Gordon won a faceoff. The puck went to the Capitals' Captain, Chris Clark. Clark immediately spun around and passed it to defenseman Milan Jurcina near the blue line. Jurcina's slapshot sailed through traffic and into the net, putting the Washington ahead by two. Less than a minute later, with the Caps swarming around the net and Vancouver's defensemen literally running into each other, Alexander Semin scored his second goal of the game. Semin used his long reach to grab the puck and pull it in. He dragged it to the front of the goal and roofed it. He now has 3 goals in 3 games. After Canucks' Willie Mitchell shot an abandoned stick at Michael Nylander, Nyles made good on the rare penalty shot opportunity. He glided slowley toward the net, and with a simple deke, easily sent the biscuit past Luongo. While he has at times seemed pretty invisible these first few games of the season, Nicklas Backstrom had a nice drive to the net at the end of the second. He was triple teamed as he went straight through the slot toward the net, but he still managed to get a shot off. Luongo had no trouble stopping this one.

As expected, Luongo was replaced by Curtis Sanford for the third period. But, the damage was already done. Vancouver did manage 7 shots on goal in the final frame, however Johnson wasn't letting anything through. Johnny looked very sharp for a goalie who hadn't seen much action before the third period. Overall, Washington outshot the Canucks 35-10.

Taylor Pyatt looks for puck while Brent Johnson makes save - October 13, 2008.

Brent Johnson earned his 100th win with his fine effort. Alexander Ovechkin was well guarded all night. He may not have scored a goal, but he layed out some Canucks with plenty of crushing blows. The Capitals will get a couple days of rest before heading to Pittsburgh on Thursday to face the Penguins.

All Photos - Luis M. Alvarez / AP

Blackhawks Vs Capitals 10/11/2008 Review

2007-2008 Southeast Division Champions Banner Raising
Chris Clark, Alex Ovechkin, Sergei Fedorov - October 11, 2008

Blackhawks 2 - Capitals 4

The Washington Capitals raised the 2007-2008 Southeast Division Champions banner, and then pulled off a brilliant come from behind win in their sold out home opener last night. Jose Theodore returned to form in net, while Brooks Laich and Alex Ovechkin led the Caps to victory over Nikolai Khabibulin and the Chicago Blackhawks.

Both teams were looking for their first win after losing their season openers in embarrassing fashion the night before. Both teams saw their new number one goaltenders cough up four goals each in those contests, but only Washington had the courage to put their guy back in action the very next game. The Capitals will have to wait until next season to get a crack at former teammate Cristobal Huet, unless both teams make it to the Stanley Cup Finals this season.

Capitals celebrate Matt Bradley's 1st Period Goal

Chicago's Kris Versteeg scored the game's first goal right after the opening faceoff, which probably didn't help restore the confidence of Theodore and Washington's defenseman. Jose looked much sharper after he made a few nice stops early in this fast paced game. At the other end Nikolai, who hadn't seen any preseason action, was looking as good as ever. Theodore had to fend off twice as many shots as Khabibulin as the period quickly passed it's midway point. Contrary to Friday night's overactive officials, the referees working this game seemed to have an aversion to calling penalties in the first frame. At 11:41, Jack Skille sent a hard wrister short side past Theodore, putting the Blackhawks ahead 2-0. Jose didn't let it get to him, and he continued to show improvement as the game went on. The Caps' defense improved toward the end of the first as well. Most notably, John Erskine made a couple of nice plays, including a possibly goal saving poke check on Jonathan Toews about four minutes before the end of the period. It was Matt Bradley who got Washington's offense going, scoring off a good pass by David Steckel at 13:26. It was a bad line change by the Blackhawks, that led to to the turnover in the neutral zone.

After a couple amazing saves on Washington's Russian wingers by Khabibulin to start off the second period, Alex Ovechikin evened up the score. Backchecking in the neutral zone, Ovie gained control of the puck and drove toward the net. He easily slid the biscuit past Khabibulin for his first goal of the season. The quick tempo of the game continued intermittently through the second, as the ref's did take time to catch one of several too many men on the ice screw ups by Chicago. The Blackhawks had trouble with line changes all night long. Steckel had to head back to the penalty box for tripping just after getting out from another penalty, because the Hawks' Dave Bolland was able to sell his act without trying very hard. There were seven stoppages in play during the second, bringing back bad memories of the whistle happy fellas in stripes from the evening before.

Capitals celebrate Brooks Laich's Game Winning 3rd Period Goal

The ref's seemed to have left their whistles in the dressing room, during the third period. The one penalty (tripping) for which referee Bill McCreary did award two minutes in the box to Ovechkin, with 25.2 seconds left in the game, was completely imaginary. The official that should've been by the Blackhawk's net when Brooks Laich scored the Caps' third and game winning goal was Dean Morton. But, he watched the high traffic action in front of the net from a corner. Meanwhile, Brooks sent the puck into the net with a backhand shot, while being tripped by defenseman Brian Campbell. Morton then casually skated over to where he should've been. Unable to determine what happened, the officials went to video review before calling it a goal. Washington controlled the puck, and were in the offensive zone for most of the time remaining from that point on. After the puck had been briefly cleared, defenseman Jeff Schultz collected the puck behind the Caps' net and chipped it up the boards to Ovechkin. Alex took it into the Blackhawks end, skated cross ice and snapped in his second goal of the game, with 1:36 left on the clock.

The instant the game ended, Theodore was clearly relieved to get the win. He put in a fine effort, showing he can be counted on to come back from a bad outing and play very well. It's always preferable to do well in the home opener. Now we can all be in a good mood for a couple days anyway. The Vancouver Canucks skate into town on Monday.

All Photos - Luis M. Alvarez / AP

Capitals Vs Thrashers 10/10/2008 Review

Capitals 4 - Thrashers 7

The 2008-2009 NHL Hockey season got off to a rough start last night for the Washington Capitals. Looking at the score, it seems fairly obvious that while their offense did well against the Atlanta Thrashers, their defense and goaltending were abysmal. That's not the most accurate statement, but that about covers the overall picture.

The 18 year old Atlanta rookie defenseman Zach Bogosian started his first NHL game off with a two minute holding penalty at 1:52 in the first period. Just under two minutes later, Washington thought they had the first goal of the game. However, the strike by Brooks Laich was disallowed because his stick was above the goal crossbar when he knocked the puck in. Soon after, things went south for the Capitals. Though the Thrashers hadn't gotten more than one shot off in the first eight minutes, they made the second one count. Former Columbus Blue Jacket Ron Hainsey tipped in the first of three straight Atlanta goals at 8:20. After his Power Play goal, his teammates Marty Reasoner and Bryan Little quickly added two even strength goals. Just 23 seconds after Little put the puck past new Washington netminder Jose Theodore, the Caps got on the score board. High in the slot and surrounded by defenders, Alexander Semin banked one in off the post to Kari Lehtonen's right. A couple four on four situations later, the period mercifully ended.


In the first period, the referees were calling the game tighter than a frog's butt. The same could also be said about the second period. The Capitals' goalie Theodore continued looking very shaky, misplaying the puck by the restricted area twice within the first few minutes of the middle frame. At 9:10, Washington's David Steckel tipped the puck in behind Lehtonen, who had been drawn out from the goal on a slapshot by defenseman Tom Poti. Semin also earned an assist on the play. The Caps' comeback hopes seemed dashed, when Slava Kozlov potted a PP goal, putting the Thrash back up by two a mere 20 seconds later. Jose Theodore was then replaced in net for Washington by Brent Johnson. Johnny looked very strong, making some nice saves right away. Soon after, Green tied the game at 4-4 with two consecutive PP goals less than a minute apart. The Caps were hot now, and it looked like they might pull this one off after all.

Washington continued to play well into the third period. Johnson kept stopping the puck, and Tomas Fleischmann kept putting on some dazzling moves, driving the puck toward the net. But then, Alex Ovechkin failed to make good on a rare penalty shot. Almost two thirds of the way through the final period, the game started going back the other way again. Bryan Little got his second goal of the game, quickly followed up with a strike from Colby Armstrong. With 3:53 left on the clock, Todd White snapped home Atlanta's seventh and final goal. Toward the end of the game, we were treated to three rather quick fights. After a couple misses by Thrasher's Eric Boulton, John Erskine landed Boulton on his ass with one punch. Then, Zach Bogosian had the misfortune of going up against Caps' Donald Brashear. Yeah, that didn't take too long either. The Matt Bradley versus Atlanta's Chris Thorburn tussle in the finals seconds was a bit closer. Since winning fights doesn't add to the score, the game ended Washington 4 - Atlanta 7.


So, coach Bruce Boudreau and his Capitals lost to Bruce's best friend John Anderson and his Thrashers, in John's very first NHL game as head coach. They will face each other five more times during the regular season. I'm sure the Caps' back end will be in better form on those occasions. As far as the outlook for Washington at this point, not to worry. One down, 81 more to go. As Caps fans, what about this game should we concern ourselves with? The successful return of a healthy Michael Nylander and Captain Chris Clark.

All Photos - John Bazemore / AP

Boudreau Preseason Oct. 2008 WPL Clips

Since fans can't get enough of the Washington Capitals' Head Coach, here are a couple more video clips of Bruce Boudreau. These Bits o' Bruce (Sounds like a pregame or postgame show) have been posted elsewhere, but I've put them on for those who haven't caught them.

Washington Post Live (CSN) - Part 1



Washington Post Live (CSN) - Part 2

Capitals Preseason Oct. 2008 CSN Clips

It's almost here. Hockey finally starts tomorrow night for the Washington Capitals and their rabid fans. Giddyness (Is that a real word?) is reaching it's maximum level, as we await that first puck drop.

Here are a couple of this week's preseason clips from Comcast SportsNet, to help you get ready.

Lisa Hillary and Bruce Boudreau at the HOF



Chris Clark and George McPhee on Alex Ovechkin

Corner Gas Hockey

Since the 2008-2009 NHL Hockey season is now under way (Tomorrow night for the Washington Capitals ), I thought I'd post a few "Corner Gas" video clips that include the best sport man has ever conceived. OK, that may be a weak excuse, but I don't care. These are two of my favorite things.

Season 1 - Episode 12: "Face Off" Part 1



Season 1 - Episode 12: "Face Off" Part 2



Season 1 - Episode 12: "Face Off" Part 3

Click here to see "The Tragically Hip" / Corner Gas music video.



Season 5 - Episode 19: "Final Countdown" Clip

So, is Kiefer Sutherland a Hockey Blogger?

Fill Up With Laughs At Corner Gas

"Corner Gas" is one of my favorite TV shows. I just can't get enough of this continuously top rated and award winning Canadian comedy, created by standup comedian, actor, writer, executive producer Brent Butt. Many US fans have gotten hooked on this CTV original since WGN America started airing it last year.

Production of the sixth and unfortunately final season finished three weeks ago. The first episode of the season will air on CTV in Canada on Monday night, October 13th. It remains a mystery when WGN America will start showing the new stuff. Ending the series was Butt's idea. He would rather end the show while it's still doing well, than wait until it's grows tired and stale.

For those of you that aren't familiar with "Corner Gas", the following includes parts of a description of the show and some Brent Butt background from Corner Gas Online.

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Forty kilometres from nowhere and way beyond normal is Corner Gas, an ensemble comedy series about a bunch of nobodies who get up to a whole lot of nothing in the fictional prairie town of Dog River. StarringSaskatchewan native and Gemini winner Brent Butt, Corner Gas is a roadside service station and is also the first original narrative comedy series in Canada. So far, the series has been honoured with the numerous awards and nominations ...

... Corner Gas focuses on the life (or lack thereof) of Brent LeRoy, proprietor of a gas station that is the only stop for miles around and a hub of action on the Prairies. As LeRoy, Canadian Comedy Award winner and series creator Brent Butt returns to his native province to portray the life he would have led had he gotten a real job: pumping gas in a small prairie town.


Dog River is a place where everyone knows everyone else’s business. Populated by a group of regular folks, the town's many "distinguished” residents include Brent’s parents Oscar and Emma (Eric Peterson and Janet Wright), coffee shop owner Lacey Burrows (Gabrielle Miller), his best friend Hank Yarbo (Fred Ewanuick), police officers Davis Quinton (Lorne Cardinal) and Karen Pelly (New Waterford Girl’s Tara Spencer-Nairn) and retail assistant Wanda (Nancy Robertson) ...

... “With genuine characters and a gentle pace, Corner Gas is a comedy that is instantly likable,” said Susanne Boyce, CTV’s President of Programming and Chair of the Media Group. “Brent Butt is one of Canada’s most respected and funniest comedians for a reason: he has broad appeal and a generous comedic approach."

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"Corner Gas" may be ending by Spring of 2009, but Brent already has a pilot for a new show in the works. The new show is called "Hiccups". Both Brent Butt and his real life wife Nancy Robertson, whom he met through doing Corner Gas, will be in the cast.

If you watch "Corner Gas", you'll notice it has two great theme songs. Each episode has always started with "Not A Lot Goin' On" by Craig Northey and Jesse Valenzuela. Northey also wrote the closing tune "My Happy Place". One thing I should mention about people from Saskatchewan. They don't like it when you point out how flat it is. I mean it, don't ever mention how flat Saskatchewan is.

*Photos from Cornergas.com



Brent Butt on "The Hour" after Season 5



Season 1 - Episode 6: "World's Biggest Things" Smashdown



Season 5 - Episode 14: "Contagious Fortune" Highlights

The Best Current Investment Advice

A couple days ago, my younger sister passed along to me the best current investment advice. She no doubt received the following information from a very wise and experienced financial wizard, who is aware of the latest profit earning strategies.

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Photo by Justin Brandt - April 4, 2008

If you had purchased $1,000 of Delta Air Lines stock one year ago, you would have $49 left.

With Fannie Mae, you would have $2.50 left of the original $1,000.

With AIG, you would have less than $15 left.

But, if you had purchased $1,000 worth of beer one year ago, drunk all of the beer, then turned in the cans for the aluminum recycling REFUND, you would have $214 cash.

Based on the above, the best current investment advice is to drink heavily and recycle.

It's called the 401-Keg.

Photo from Converting Magazine - June 25, 2008

Do You Need A New Best Friend?

Why don't you take your best friend out for a cold one, or even meet a new best friend? I bet you could do both, if you wanted to. If this sounds interesting, check out the following event.

The Fallston Animal Rescue Movement, Inc. (F.A.R.M.)

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