Fans Want To Know: Tom Kostopoulos
by Bob Wage on Apr 7, 2010 12:00 PM EDT
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For those of you who may have missed this the last time around, here is a chance for you to submit a question which could be asked to a Hurricanes player. For what most likely will be our final "Fans Want To Know" feature of the season, we are going to try to catch up with Hurricanes winger, Tom Kostopoulos.
Kostopoulos was originally drafted by the Penguins but has also played for the Kings and Canadiens before signing a three year deal as a free agent this past summer with Carolina. His 8 goals for the season are just one shy of his career best and his 106 penalty minutes are just seven shy of his career high of 113.
He does have a career high (plus) +4 so far this season.
Kostopoulos never hesitates to stick up for his teammates and has a team high 10 fighting majors. He is also well known for his practical jokes.
This is your chance to ask him a question, what will it be?
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I have two questions:
What’s the best practical joke he’s pulled and on whom? Then, how did he get into ballroom dancing?
Oh I guess I lied, I have three questions. Has anyone ever pulled a practical joke on him?
"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 Apr 7, 2010 12:04 PM EDT via mobile reply actions 4 recs
What has he learned spending so much time on the ice from Rod Brind`Amour? (I need RF’s glaring hamster clip here)
Olympian Tim Gleason in Vancouver: "I don’t care what anybody says, to watch an exciting hockey game, there’s nothing like it."
by Carolyn Christians on Apr 7, 2010 12:14 PM EDT reply actions
I’ll ask a similar question that I requested for McBain. Coming from markets like Pittsburgh and Montreal, what if anything has surprised him or was unexpected coming into this market and playing for the Canes?
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SISU
by Jamie Kellner on Apr 7, 2010 12:15 PM EDT reply actions 4 recs
Oh, and what was it like to meet Hoppity? LOL
Phoblographer and Finn Aficionado
SISU
by Jamie Kellner on Apr 7, 2010 12:15 PM EDT up reply actions
What were his thoughts as a newcomer on the team during that difficult 14-game winless streak? Who (teammate, former teammate, coach) did he look to for direction on how to respond?
Olympian Tim Gleason in Vancouver: "I don’t care what anybody says, to watch an exciting hockey game, there’s nothing like it."
by Carolyn Christians on Apr 7, 2010 12:15 PM EDT reply actions 2 recs
add on ~ What was the pulse of the team during the winless streak… Finger pointing, shoulder shrugging, putting heads together and try and figure things out…who seemed to be the most vocal… I know they were hateing it, but what was the deeper feelings during " the streak"…
by max creek on Apr 7, 2010 12:22 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
he needs to get that 8th or 9th goal this season
tko is the next scott walker
Ranking Out
1. Tyler Seguin, C — Steve Yzerman (retired)
2. Taylor Hall, LW — Zach Parise, Devils
3. Brett Connolly, RW — Peter Forsberg (Sweden)
4. Erik Gudbranson, D — Dion Phaneuf, Maple Leafs
5. Cam Fowler, D — Mike Green, Capitals
6-Brandon Gormley, D — Chris Phillips, Senators
7. Mark Pysyk, D — Duncan Keith, Blackhawks
8. Emerson Etem, RW — Glenn Anderson (retired)
9. Derek Forbort, D — Erik Johnson, Blues
10. Ryan Johansen, C — Jason Spezza, Senators
11. Alexander Burmistrov, C — Maxim Afinogenov, Thrashers
12. Nino Niederreiter, RW — Erik Cole, Hurricanes
13. Nick Bjugstad, C — Andrew Brunette, Wild
14. Austin Watson, F — Kris Draper, Red Wings
15. John McFarland, C — Brenden Morrow, Stars
16. Tyler Toffoli, C — Tim Connolly, Sabres
17. Dylan McIlrath, D — Ed Jovanovski, Coyotes
18. Tyler Pitlick, C - Mark Parrish, Lightning- Todd Bertuzzi, Red Wings
19. Quinton Howden, C
20. Stanislav Galiev, RW — Alexander Frolov, Kings
21. Jonathon Merrill, D — Jordan Leopold, Penguins
22. Riley Sheahan, C — Jordan Staal, Penguins
23. Petr Straka, RW — Pavol Demitra, Canucks
24. Charlie Coyle, F — Bob Sweeney, Bruins
25. Brock Nelson, C — David Backes, Blues
26. Kevin Hayes, RW — Eric Staal, Hurricanes
27. Ryan Martindale, C — Steve Bernier, Canucks
28. Jaden Schwartz, C — Derek Roy, Sabres
29. Alexander Petrovic, D — Brent Seabrook
If Nino is at #12, and compared to Erik Cole, I want to know if that’s the Cole prior to 2006 or after?
Olympian Tim Gleason in Vancouver: "I don’t care what anybody says, to watch an exciting hockey game, there’s nothing like it."
by Carolyn Christians on Apr 7, 2010 12:27 PM EDT up reply actions
Ummmm…. I don’t now if Tom Kostopalis will understand this question….
May we please Trade Staal???
by Mateos_Canes_Lamp on Apr 7, 2010 7:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I have 2 questions
1. what’s on his iPOD
2. If he had a chance to skate with any NHL’er past or present who would it be
"That’s what happens when you suck" - Tim Gleason
by jenniwa30 on Apr 7, 2010 12:30 PM EDT reply actions 3 recs
oh 1 more, has he evr thought about boxing lessons?? ;)
"That’s what happens when you suck" - Tim Gleason
by jenniwa30 on Apr 7, 2010 12:32 PM EDT up reply actions 2 recs
That’s just mean!
"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 Apr 7, 2010 12:33 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
hey it’s a fair question, I wasn’t trying to be mean ;) after all his fav movie is Rocky..
"That’s what happens when you suck" - Tim Gleason
Round up the usual suspects
What’s his locker room nickname?
Who’s his road roommate?
What’s on his iPod?
by Elsker on Apr 7, 2010 12:40 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
What’s his favorite thing to do in Raleigh when not at the RBC?
"The increase in pain is way beyond what you would expect a person to play with," said coach Paul Maurice. "Unfortunately it’s even beyond what Tim Gleason can play with, because he can play with just about anything."
by Cyn4Canes on Apr 7, 2010 12:43 PM EDT reply actions 3 recs
Tom, you don’t back down from a fight on the ice, and I really like that about you, no matter how much bigger the other guy dropping gloves is. What is going through your head when you drop gloves with someone that may be considered a better fighter, or that outweighs you? And does a fight fire up the team win or lose? Or does winning fights in hockey matter?
by camwardsaysno on Apr 7, 2010 1:45 PM EDT reply actions 3 recs
Questionnn
Just a question hoping to get answered about the draft:
Say we finish 5th in the draft. Is their a possibility of JR moving us up further to get say, Hall, (to compliment Staal) with the number 2 pick (consdering edm picks Seguin)?? Has it been done? Compared to history, do you think boston would move up to say 5th. : Possiblity- Whitney, a 2nd rounder, our 5th position?? Always wondered this.
Thanks
by RU4RU on Apr 7, 2010 1:50 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Not sure you meant to leave this question within this thread, but the answer is that trades for draft position do indeed happen.
JR traded up in front of the home fans when we hosted the 2004 draft from 8th to 4th, using a second-round pick added to our first rounder to do so, in a trade with Columbus in order to pick-up Andrew Ladd (now in the form of Tuumo Ruutu in a 2008 trade with Chicago).
Florida and Pittsburgh swapped places in the 2006 draft to allow Pittsburgh to select Fleury #1, while Florida thankfully settled for Horton at #3, leaving Staal on the table for our #2 pick.
Yes, it happens. A player(s) and a pick(s) might pry a prime draft slot out of some team this year, if desired.
Lots of time to wheel and deal between when the order is known (next week) and the July draft.
…Florida and Pittsburgh swapped places in the 2006 draft…
Sheesh! 2003 draft, of course, not the 2006 draft.
And the trade that fueled this swap was this exchange:
The Florida Panthers trade the first pick (Marc-Andre Fleury) and 73rd pick (Daniel Carcillo) to the Pittsburgh Penguins for the third pick (Nathan Horton), the 55th pick (Stefan Meyer) and Mikael Samuelsson.
You have a excellent reputation for having a very strong on-ice work ethic. Does this come naturally or at some point did you instill this ethic after crossing paths from someone you have played with or admired?
Have you seen my playoff tickets?
by hotchipsnsalsa on Apr 7, 2010 2:12 PM EDT reply actions 3 recs
whats your favorite road arena and city to visit and play in?
"all kidding aside, the Hurricanes are a much better team with Sutter on the ice and out of the penalty box"
by go16canes on Apr 7, 2010 2:21 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Since his brother Chris is a hockey coach does he ever try to give him any pointers to help his game?
Also his favorite movie is Rocky IV, is this why he likes fighting so much?
What has been the biggest challenge going from one kid to two (Luc is 1, Lily is 3) ?
Mo leave the F**kin first line Staal, Jussi, and the Wizard, whats wrong with ya!
by canescup on Apr 7, 2010 3:11 PM EDT reply actions 3 recs
Who does he see as the most intimidating player in the NHL?
by silent_shadow36 on Apr 7, 2010 4:26 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
I would like to know if he has any off season vacation plans…. or if he is going to stay around and join the “Rod-Brind’Amour-daily-workout-because-vacations-are-for-wimps” plan back here in Raleigh.
May we please Trade Staal???
by Mateos_Canes_Lamp on Apr 7, 2010 7:49 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
May we please Trade Staal? Wow!?
Olympian Tim Gleason in Vancouver: "I don’t care what anybody says, to watch an exciting hockey game, there’s nothing like it."
by Carolyn Christians on Apr 7, 2010 9:03 PM EDT up reply actions
“May we please trade staal…” is because I don’t believe in crybabies….
May we please Trade Staal???
by Mateos_Canes_Lamp on Apr 8, 2010 12:08 PM EDT up reply actions
He’s the only player to have played all 80 games for the Hurricanes this year. Has he normally been injury-free in his career and what are his thoughts as to why?
Olympian Tim Gleason in Vancouver: "I don’t care what anybody says, to watch an exciting hockey game, there’s nothing like it."
by Carolyn Christians on Apr 7, 2010 9:10 PM EDT reply actions
We’re playing Montreal tomorrow night – where he played for the two years prior to coming to Carolina. Any special motivation or insight for Thursday night’s game?
Olympian Tim Gleason in Vancouver: "I don’t care what anybody says, to watch an exciting hockey game, there’s nothing like it."
by Carolyn Christians on Apr 7, 2010 9:21 PM EDT reply actions
My Question to Tom is:
All of us do get old and one day we all have to quit…with that in mind…if you couldn’t keep up with the rigors of Pro hockey…what would you do? Would it be hockey related ?
Go Canes !!
" Chadness" is contagious ! Go Canes !!
Tip-ins
I’ve seen him at practice, standing near the crease, practicing tip-ins/deflections while someone takes shots from the point. How the heck does one actually do that? I mean – how impossible is it to deflect with accuracy a puck coming at you at 90mph? What is the secret? (and is it scary?)
Olympian Tim Gleason in Vancouver: "I don’t care what anybody says, to watch an exciting hockey game, there’s nothing like it."
by Carolyn Christians on Apr 8, 2010 7:59 AM EDT reply actions
What do you think of the new head-shots rule?
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by bestbostonsports on Apr 8, 2010 9:53 AM EDT reply actions
Ask him if he would please set up a rematch w/ Aaron Ward.
May we please Trade Staal???
by Mateos_Canes_Lamp on Apr 8, 2010 12:09 PM EDT reply actions
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