Doctors Scott Hannan and Ryan Smyth

So I haven't posted about hockey in a while, and I know how much everyone is waiting for that. :-)

So the first day of unrestricted free agents was two days ago. Basically what that means is that players whose contracts ran out with their respective teams had the option to sign another contract with their team (if the team made them an offer), and if the team and player didn't come to an agreement, the player is free to sign with another team.

There are really two exciting times in hockey in terms of acquiring new players: the first is after the draft, when the players' contracts end up, and the other is in the middle of February, when the last day that a trade is allowed for that season. Usually teams will make a trade for a player who will help them in the playoffs, if they think they need it.

Anyway, my point with all of this is the Avs did horribly last season, save for the last month or so. So, they picked up Ryan Smyth and Scott Hannan. Both very good players, and both positions we needed. I went to bed that day in a really good mood. Part of it was because I'm finally getting plugged in w/ a church (Jess') and I'm going to be running the video, starting this Sunday. There were a couple other things, but I think one of the biggest things was the fact that we acquired these players. It's kind of like getting a new toy. Like I just got an HDTV or something.

Anyway, this blog isn't really going anywhere, and honestly I'm exhausted. So, happy 4th, and God Bless 'merica!

PS Arynn and I are having a BBQ/ volleyball tournament type thing, and you should come. Call me. It's gonna be off the hiz-ook.