OK, I'm a little pissed because everything I wrote got deleted, so I have to write it again. So forgive the bad mood. here goes: This in response, in fact a rebuttal, to Vince's last post.
Regarding bandwagon fans, there are numerous of them out there, and it is extremely annoying when listening to those who can't name a player beyond Crosby, Malkin, or Fleury, and shout completely inaccurate praises and criticisms. However, this comes with the territory and it happens to any team in any city, I have witnessed it in every sport. As it is, the Pens have many real fans and always have, even during those years when they were nearly moving and bereft of talent. There is nothing wrong with the way that the city has embraced the team and enjoyed the runs of the last couple of years. It has quite simply being a great atmosphere around town. The Penguins are a young, hip, and tech-savvy organization that has managed to both increase its fan base and improve its interaction with them.
Vince, clearly you know nothing about hockey; as in any sport there are many times to cheer besides a score. You have succumbed to the cliche bashing of the NHL, which is usually in vogue among many sports commentators. But like most, there is no intelligible argument, and you don't even give it a chance. I realize that it can be difficult to follow the puck, and hockey can be difficult to understand, but no more so than any other sport. There are many criticisms I have of the NHL as an organization and the coverage of it, but there is no rhyme or reason to your attacks of the game. If you don't like hockey that's fine, not everybody can like every single sport. However, there is no logical base to your rails against hockey, so please stop. Let the rest of us enjoy this great game.
STANLEY CUP FINALS GAME 6 tonight 8PM Mellon Arena
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