Dear Full Press Hockey Readers:
Hey, is this thing on? It’s been a while and I do apologize for that. Also, forgive the informal nature of this post. With working on the FPH Weekly hockey podcast and a bunch of other projects, things got a touch busy. Thanks for being patient. It goes without saying.
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Ep 29: Stanley Cup Playoffs; Maple Leafs Collapse; End Of An Era For Penguinsby Full Press Coverage on May 18, 2022 at 4:31 am
Mike, Jim, and Chris discuss the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, […]
This will be short to a point. I will be again mixing in coverage of the New Jersey Devils and Montreal Canadiens this season. The juggling act last Spring and Summer was quite the interesting one. Then, Montreal made that unexpected run which spoiled everyone. That is what makes life fun, right?
I do cover a lot of sports and several I am now credentialed for. For one, I am extremely thankful for the opportunities and learning experiences. Life is a learning experience best served by living one’s best life.
One of the fun things I got to do earlier in the month was go on vacation. I even got to tour the Giant Center, home of the AHL Hershey Bears. Yes, I even got to sample a little bit of the food too. One can never refuse a milkshake especially with Hershey’s chocolate and Reese’s Peanut Butter. Hey, that is what happens when one has an otherworldly sweet tooth.
So, for the first third of October, I got to travel around Pennsylvania and near the Delaware River valley in New Jersey. It was nice to follow some of the hockey from afar. Then, the first big ripple hit.
The Xfinity dispute with MSG became dug in to the point of no return. For those that do not know, this disagreement is not rectifying itself anytime soon. Now, is some of that rhetoric? It sure as hell does not feel like it.
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For those in New Jersey, that are stuck with Xfinity, it is a bitter pill to swallow. Going to satellite is cumbersome and the internet options dwindle greatly. Thankfully, there are now a considerable amount of streams. The goofy thing is this. In some ways, this is kind of better. There is not that constant need to put the television on since one can watch from anywhere.
Between that and the news which became the Shea Weber “leave” from hockey due to multiple injuries, it was an interesting time. Then, the next ripple hit when it was revealed that Carey Price would be taking an indefinite leave in conjunction with the NHL. It is great that Price can admit he is not okay. The timing, well, who cares about that. It is always the mental and physical well-being of a player that is respected highly.
Even journalists get there sometimes. It is why I went on vacation. Burnout can be very real. It comes often unexpected and suddenly. We take breaks in different ways. For example, I took my mom on vacation with me. One cherishes family when so much of it has been taken away.
Then, there was the adage. The work does not go away because you left. I do want to thank Ian, Murray, and the entire Full Press Hockey family for giving me the time to come on back slowly. This is a process and as other sports end or wind down, the role and work will invariably increase here.
I am lucky to get to do what I love. It is never something I take for granted. Ever. Is it hard sometimes? Sure. Is it crazy almost all the time? You bet. Would I have it any other way? Goodness no!
So November will come soon enough and so will the articles. Thanks again for understanding and never hesitate to reach out. We only get one shot at this thing called life. Let us make it count.
Sincerely,
Chris Wassel
FPH Writer and Podcaster
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Ep 29: Stanley Cup Playoffs; Maple Leafs Collapse; End Of An Era For Penguinsby Full Press Coverage on May 18, 2022 at 4:31 am
Mike, Jim, and Chris discuss the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, […]
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Ep 28: NHL Draft Lottery; Stanley Cup; Islanders Coaching Situationby Full Press Coverage on May 11, 2022 at 1:13 am
Jim Biringer and Chris Wassel discuss the results of the NHL Draft […]
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Ep 73: Bruins Face Elimination; Bruce Cassidy On Hot Seat; Patrice Bergeron Final Standby Full Press Coverage on May 12, 2022 at 4:00 pm
Ian and Chris discuss game six between the Bruins and Hurricanes and the […]
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Ep 72: Bruins Acquire Hampus Lindholm; More Moves To Come?by Full Press Coverage on March 20, 2022 at 3:34 pm
Ian and Chris discuss the trade of Hampus Lindholm to the Bruins and what […]
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Episode #380 - The 2022 NHL Playoffs - Second Roundby Full Press Coverage on May 17, 2022 at 2:30 am
After FIVE!!! game 7's in the first round of the playoffs, the 2nd round […]
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Episode #379 - The 2022 NHL Playoffs - First Roundby Full Press Coverage on May 10, 2022 at 2:02 am
The NHL playoffs are well underway and the series are definitely not going […]
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Episode #102: French or Silenceby Full Press Coverage on May 21, 2022 at 5:46 am
The AHL Divisional Semifinals have concluded, and now, only eight teams […]
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Episode #101: Playoff Post Mortemby Full Press Coverage on May 17, 2022 at 6:11 am
The 2022 AHL Calder Cup Playoffs are in full swing, with (almost) two […]
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Episode #102: French or Silenceby Full Press Coverage on May 21, 2022 at 5:46 am
The AHL Divisional Semifinals have concluded, and now, only eight teams […]
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Episode #101: Playoff Post Mortemby Full Press Coverage on May 17, 2022 at 6:11 am
The 2022 AHL Calder Cup Playoffs are in full swing, with (almost) two […]
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Ep 60: #KrejciForever and Raised Expectationsby Full Press Coverage on May 4, 2021 at 9:23 pm
Ian and Chris talk about the Bruins post trade deadline turnaround and […]
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Ep 59: Bruins Swing Big At Trade Deadlineby Full Press Coverage on April 12, 2021 at 9:48 pm
Ian and Chris welcome in Mike Cratty to discuss the trade acquisitions of […]
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Celtics Rebound In Game Two; Series Heads To Bostonby Full Press Coverage on May 21, 2022 at 11:00 am
Ian and John discuss the Celtics big game two win over the Heat as the […]
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Lightning On Way To A Three-Peat? (5/20)by Full Press Coverage on May 20, 2022 at 4:18 pm
Ian and John discuss the Tampa Bay Lightning and their 2-0 series lead […]