Post by cka on Dec 4, 2004 21:57:10 GMT -5
sports.espn.go.com/nhl/columns/story?id=1936047
Nash and Thornton are going back to the basics:
But they remain upbeat!
"It just brings back a lot of good memories. You get used to it. I certainly don't mind packing and carrying my own bag," said Thornton, the first overall pick in the 1997 draft.
They've found stimulating ways to pass the time on those long bus trips!
Nash has a collection of English magazines, brought by visiting family and friends, plus his trusty iPod to help pass the time.
(I wish I could afford an iPod)
Rick's having a tough time with the road trips:
"It's tough to sleep. You're driving down the mountain, turning, slowing down and speeding up," Nash said.
Stay tuned for more timeless exploits of our beloved NHLers as they rough it through the lockout in scenic Europe.
Nash and Thornton are going back to the basics:
Teams in the Swiss elite league travel by bus, with some journeys lasting up to 6½ hours. For Nash and Boston Bruins captain Joe Thornton, the experience conjures up memories of their junior hockey days in Ontario. Simpler days to be sure and part of the allure of playing in Switzerland.
But they remain upbeat!
"It just brings back a lot of good memories. You get used to it. I certainly don't mind packing and carrying my own bag," said Thornton, the first overall pick in the 1997 draft.
They've found stimulating ways to pass the time on those long bus trips!
Nash has a collection of English magazines, brought by visiting family and friends, plus his trusty iPod to help pass the time.
(I wish I could afford an iPod)
Rick's having a tough time with the road trips:
"It's tough to sleep. You're driving down the mountain, turning, slowing down and speeding up," Nash said.
Stay tuned for more timeless exploits of our beloved NHLers as they rough it through the lockout in scenic Europe.
Very amusing 
He also achieved that on a very poor Redwings team. One player cant do everything on the ice.
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