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Hurricanes Late Season Try-Outs

We were at casino night, and you know how the team's been talking about bringing in new assets for next season? Well... It turns out they must be really desperate, because Cyn4Canes and I are going to get a chance to try out for the team!

OK, so really they auctioned off a "Hurricanes Try-Out," and we won the bid for it, but we can dream, can't we?

We're going to get a close-up view of practice, and then get to spend some time with Pete Friesen getting strength and conditioning tips. Then, it's time for the try-out, with Gleason and LaRose on the ice.

We haven't decided which of us is going to do it yet, only one of us can go out and skate. If the trial goes well, we'll be offered to sign a one-day contract with Rutherford, and get a personalized jersey.

When they were first announcing it, they didn't say who the players were, but as soon as Cyn4Canes and I heard it was Gleason and Rosie, we just had to go for it. Also up for bid was playing a table tennis tournament with Ruutu, Jussi, and Joni, which was really tempting. Of course, also temping was dinner with all 4 of the Olympians.

The trip with the team didn't go for as much as last year, but $16k is still a bit steep. Something to keep dreaming for, I suppose...

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that is very cool! glad you guys had a great time, cant wait to see pics!!

"That’s what happens when you suck" - Tim Gleason

by jenniwa30 on Mar 15, 2010 6:20 AM EDT reply actions  

I thought of you as we bid. LTD has the best stories and pictures. It was a fun night!

by Cyn4Canes on Mar 15, 2010 8:04 AM EDT up reply actions  

OMG

How cool! Sounds like such a blast!!!

by caneslvr on Mar 15, 2010 6:37 AM EDT reply actions  

Nicely done! Hope you enjoy it!

by webbo26 on Mar 15, 2010 7:29 AM EDT reply actions  

I’ve got a few pictures up on flickr, have to be in a client meeting for most of the day so will load more tonight. We had a blast. I didn’t bid on any of the items, although that ping pong tournament was verrrrrrry tempting along with some of the player baskets which were unreal.

RF, do you know when you’ll do the tryout? Just wondering what day it is, might have to try to make it to practice that day myself!

That is going to be so cool.

Sees the world through ruuu-colored glasses...
Sisu

by LTD on Mar 15, 2010 9:09 AM EDT reply actions  

Oh, link.

Sees the world through ruuu-colored glasses...
Sisu

by LTD on Mar 15, 2010 9:11 AM EDT up reply actions  

very nice LTD. those were pretty awesome. I loved the baskets, thats so cool. Did Ruutu’s have his olympic helmet from this year???? Had to laugh at Joni’s discription of his Finnish snacks. thanks for posting the link.

by CarolinaCanes on Mar 15, 2010 11:06 AM EDT up reply actions  

I look at these and the first thing that comes to my mind is that Boychuck is to young to attend an event like this! LOL

by wylde4canes on Mar 15, 2010 1:09 PM EDT up reply actions  

LOL I thought the same thing.

"What Carolina really has going for them is Brandon Sutter. When that kid first showed up, he looked like a skinny little thing that wouldn’t last two weeks. But he’s turned into a real star."

by caniacgirl on Mar 15, 2010 2:00 PM EDT up reply actions  

+1. atleast he wasn’t drinking. (wait Eric was there, he may have been) lol.

by CarolinaCanes on Mar 15, 2010 2:23 PM EDT up reply actions  

Oh LTD – you should tell them the story you told me about meeting Boychuck. So cute!

by Cyn4Canes on Mar 15, 2010 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions  

great job LTD !!! loved the way you set those up…be safe…

Relax !! Even Micro Wave Popcorn takes time !! Go Canes !!

by CaniacSteve on Mar 15, 2010 3:13 PM EDT up reply actions  

RF, do you know when you’ll do the tryout? Just wondering what day it is, might have to try to make it to practice that day myself!

It will be on a “mutually agreed-upon date.” I need to email them and set it up still. :)

by Raccoon Fink on Mar 15, 2010 10:16 AM EDT up reply actions  

Great pics and cool baskets from the Finns! That chocolate in Ruutu’s basket is yummy.

by Katrilotta on Mar 15, 2010 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions  

If you make the team RF or C4C, you might be my new fav. player. No preasure or anything,lol. Have fun, hopefully LTD will make practice.

by CarolinaCanes on Mar 15, 2010 11:08 AM EDT reply actions  

How much do you want for it. Name your price.

I just wish JR would have given up Ray Whitney for Lent.

by C-Leaguer on Mar 15, 2010 11:35 AM EDT reply actions  

dude, i just clicked on your beat a dead horse link. Too funny. A great take on a great scene. Awesome.

by CarolinaCanes on Mar 15, 2010 1:03 PM EDT reply actions  

OMG !!!

i hope and pray you have alot of fun with that…and if you’d be so kind have LTD or somebody…post the pics of the Jersey…will you go for the Red,White, Da Black Jeresy ?

again that is neat !! Be Safe !!

Relax !! Even Micro Wave Popcorn takes time !! Go Canes !!

by CaniacSteve on Mar 15, 2010 3:00 PM EDT reply actions  

So depending on scheduling, we might not be able to do it until next season.

Gleason and Rosie better still be there!

by Raccoon Fink on Mar 17, 2010 10:24 PM EDT reply actions  

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