Octopus twirl now illegal, punishable by $10,000 fine

[stephanie]

Posted by George James Malik April 19, 2008 08:29AM
According to the Free Press's Helene St. James, the NHL has banned Al Sobotka's classic twirling of octopi at Joe Louis Arena:

April 18, Detroit Free Press: Just a little tidbit from Joe Louis Arena: The NHL has decided octopus twirling doesn't fit in with league image, or something to that effect.
The Wings have been told by the league that if Al Sobotka (or anyone else) twirls the octopus that's thrown onto the ice before playoff games, it'll cost the team $10,000.

I know opposing general managers have complained of this tradition because stuff flies off the octopus and sticks to the ice, but this is such a recognizable Detroit tradition.

One landed, just after the game, on the ice before Game 5, as usual. Nashville defenseman Greg Zanon skated by and whacked it aside with his stick.

read the rest..
http://blog.mlive.com/snapshots/2008...egal_puni.html

[red states rule]

Posted by George James Malik April 19, 2008 08:29AM
According to the Free Press's Helene St. James, the NHL has banned Al Sobotka's classic twirling of octopi at Joe Louis Arena:

April 18, Detroit Free Press: Just a little tidbit from Joe Louis Arena: The NHL has decided octopus twirling doesn't fit in with league image, or something to that effect.
The Wings have been told by the league that if Al Sobotka (or anyone else) twirls the octopus that's thrown onto the ice before playoff games, it'll cost the team $10,000.

I know opposing general managers have complained of this tradition because stuff flies off the octopus and sticks to the ice, but this is such a recognizable Detroit tradition.

One landed, just after the game, on the ice before Game 5, as usual. Nashville defenseman Greg Zanon skated by and whacked it aside with his stick.

read the rest..
http://blog.mlive.com/snapshots/2008...egal_puni.html

No wonder the ratings of the NHL are low and sinking. Don't let the players and fans have any fun at the games

[stephanie]

I'd never heard of this, but I'm not a big hockey fan..

I saw a picture of someone twirling the octopus, and I can't stop laughing..

Kinda weird..

[Sitarro]

Posted by George James Malik April 19, 2008 08:29AM
According to the Free Press's Helene St. James, the NHL has banned Al Sobotka's classic twirling of octopi at Joe Louis Arena:

April 18, Detroit Free Press: Just a little tidbit from Joe Louis Arena: The NHL has decided octopus twirling doesn't fit in with league image, or something to that effect.
The Wings have been told by the league that if Al Sobotka (or anyone else) twirls the octopus that's thrown onto the ice before playoff games, it'll cost the team $10,000.

I know opposing general managers have complained of this tradition because stuff flies off the octopus and sticks to the ice, but this is such a recognizable Detroit tradition.

One landed, just after the game, on the ice before Game 5, as usual. Nashville defenseman Greg Zanon skated by and whacked it aside with his stick.

read the rest..
http://blog.mlive.com/snapshots/2008...egal_puni.html

What is octopus twirling and why does it have any significance to hockey?

[stephanie]

I just ran across the article and thought it weird...

here's a picture...

[Mr. P]

Oh boy, no octopus twirl but let the FIGHTS RAGE ON!

I used to be a big hockey fan, actually it's the only pro sports game I've ever attended, but the endless and escalating fights have made me lose interest in watching even on TV.

[red states rule]

Oh boy, no octopus twirl but let the FIGHTS RAGE ON!

I used to be a big hockey fan, actually it's the only pro sports game I've ever attended, but the endless and escalating fights have made me lose interest in watching even on TV.

You mean you will not be watching the DNC convention in Denver?

[jackass]

Oh boy, no octopus twirl but let the FIGHTS RAGE ON!

I used to be a big hockey fan, actually it's the only pro sports game I've ever attended, but the endless and escalating fights have made me lose interest in watching even on TV.

When is the last time you watched?? Fighting is pretty rare nowadays. I like the fighting in hockey!!

[Mr. P]

When is the last time you watched?? Fighting is pretty rare nowadays. I like the fighting in hockey!!

Just last weekend. Rare is a matter of opinion I guess. IMO there should be no fights at all.

[gabosaurus]

If you want to watch fights, go watch that ultimate fighting shit.
As for octopus twirls, you have to expect that kind of stuff in Detroit. It's like Philly booing Santa Claus.

[jackass]

Just last weekend. Rare is a matter of opinion I guess. IMO there should be no fights at all.

Really?? And you think there is too much? Fighting and hockey go together. I dont want a brawl every game, but a nice fight every now and then adds some excitement.

[manu1959]

Just last weekend. Rare is a matter of opinion I guess. IMO there should be no fights at all.

if you played you would know why there are fights......

[actsnoblemartin]

male testosterone?

if you played you would know why there are fights......

[82Marine89]

male testosterone?

Defending your goalie. Protecting your offense from cheap hits. Those are my top two choices.

[actsnoblemartin]

i know, i just had to have fun with it

Defending your goalie. Protecting your offense from cheap hits. Those are my top two choices.