I’m sure a ton of people are going to be writing about this kind of thing in the coming days, but that doesn’t mean that I’m not going to join in as well. Sometimes we I forget how many great things that there are in the world that we I overlook on a daily basis. As hockey fans, we get caught up in all of the little things that go on throughout the season. But no matter who you root for or who your team is, everyone has something to be thankful for this year. Here’s a rundown of things that every team has to be thankful for.
As always, don’t hesitate to let me know if I missed anything in the Comments section.
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Anaheim Ducks fans are thankful that Corey Perry and Ryan Getzlaf weren’t infected with the same virus that the rest of the team contracted this season. Its scientific name: Teh Suck
Atlanta Thrashers fans are thankful that the Atlanta Journal Constitution does such a good job of helping them fly under the radar.
Boston Bruins are thankful for the Maple Leafs top pick.
Inside Scoop: If Miller makes Team USA, he will never have to wear this awful jersey ever again.
Buffalo Sabres fans are thankful that this is an Olympic season for Ryan Miller.
Carolina Hurricanes fans are thankful that there’s a next season.
Columbus Blue Jackets fans are thankful that people refer to them by their actual name now instead of their team’s initials.
Calgary Flames fans are thankful for their retro 3rd jerseys.
Chicago Blackhawks fans are thankful that they can watch their team on TV.
Colorado Avalanche fans are thankful for free-agent goaltenders and 2nd round sleepers.
Dallas Stars fans are thankful that the NHL General Managers are thinking about eliminating the trapezoid.
Detroit Red Wings fans are thankful that surgerically repaired knees and broken wrists heal.
Edmonton Oilers fans are thankful that they don’t have to watch the Maple Leafs.
Florida Panthers are thankful that they only play Mike Richards 4 times per year.
Los Angeles Kings fans are thankful for the time and space that Ryan Smyth creates.
Minnesota Wild fans are thankful that Jacques Lemaire left their team in such excellent shape before leaving for one of the best teams in the East.
Montreal Canadiens fans are thankful for booster chairs at restaurants.
New Jersey Devils fans are thankful for Kevin Smith.
Nashville Predators fans are thankful that Jim Balsillie is someone else’s problem.
New York Islanders fans are thankful for unrestricted free-agents from Cornell that can play on the top-line.
New York Rangers are thankful that Marian Gaborik’s groin hasn’t had to be surgically reattached… yet.
Ottawa Senators fans are thankful that Jonathan Cheechoo and Milan Michalek aren’t asking for trades.
Philadelphia Flyers fans are thankful for Scott Hartnell’s hair.
Phoenix Coyotes fans are thankful that they still have a team.
Pittsburgh Penguins fans are thankful for that shiny trophy they won in June and Kris Letang’s hair.
San Jose Sharks fans are thankful that it’s not April.
St Louis Blues fans are thankful that Erik Johnson hasn’t been driving golf carts lately.
Tampa Bay Lightning fans are thankful that Barry Melrose isn’t coaching anymore.
Toronto Maple Leafs fans are thankful that it’s impossible to get tickets to the ACC; so they’re not subjected to this in person.
Vancouver Canucks are thankful for twins.
Washington Capitals fans are thankful that Michael Nylander could be waived
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Los Angeles Kings fans are thankful for…? Or just thankful?