I’ll be at the Slovakia/Latvia game tonight. Scouting fantasy hockey sleepers, of course.

Jaromir Jagr wants to return to the NHL. He will be back, I have no doubt in my mind. The rumor last season was Edmonton being the destination of choice, but I can’t see that still being the case. The power of the mullet has once again captivated the hockey world! As for Jagr’s fantasy upside at this point… His production during his most recent three NHL seasons went from 123, to 96, to 71. Depending on where he comes back to play, he could still be a point-per-game player. Alongside Crosby in Pittsburgh, perhaps?

Sticking with Jagr, check out this hilarious photo of him from the 2010 Media Guide.

My fantasy advice thread from yesterday has spilled over into today. Keep posting! I’ll try and answer what I can this morning/afternoon before going out to enjoy what is another insanely nice day! It may not be snowing on the local mountains (Cypress), but a crisp, clear, sunny day is hard to beat.

The link to my advice thread.

And the winner is…. “Does DobberHockey Niederreiter.” Some funny names in there, for sure. There were many word plays involving Boyes, a certain Alex from Washington, and Crosby.

Dobber with a great piece on Troy Brouwer over at The Hockey News.

Five Reasons why Jeff Marek likes hockey. Always enjoy his segments on Hockey Night in Canada.

In interesting news, Angus Unleashed and Praba Unleashed are tied in the pool with 39 points. Coincidence?

I am unsure of Mike Babcock’s strategy heading  in to the game tomorrow, but for me, it is simple. Play more physical, pass the puck less, and keep pushing the tempo. Canada has been over passing during the first two games, a sign of nerves. The Americans have been far and away the most physical team so far at the tournament, and Canada will have to match that. I’d also slide Jonathan Toews alongside Crosby and Nash on the top unit – he is a very smart player and right now Iginla can’t keep up with Crosby on the ice.

Scott Niedermayer has been a mess defensively, especially in the Swiss game. He has had a tough year in Anaheim, but most people hoped/assumed that he would turn his play around at the Olympics. That hasn’t been the case so far.

Tomorrow is shaping up to be an amazing day for hockey. Russia vs. the Czech Republic at noon, Canada vs. the US at 4:30, and Sweden vs. Finland at 9:00 pm. All PST, of course.

Announcement for the Staal autograph winner in 30 minutes or less….

A couple of quick notes – great news for the March 21 Marlies game. My luxury box sold out quickly here – $35 got you in the box with myself, Russ Miller, Brent Lemon and Steve “Notch” Johnson, food included and beer available. Well, they gave me a second box beside this one even though this game is completely SOLD OUT (it will be on CBC – they play Abbottsford). I have eight tickets now up for sale to watch hockey in style – and talk fantasy hockey with the experts. Buy it HERE. Also, still with the Marlies – I have sold 35 tickets for the Marlies game on March 27 for charity. That’s right – 35 kids via the Children’s Aid Society will get to watch Toronto and Rochester thanks to your generosity! For just $15 you can help me reach my goal of 50 kids going to the game. Buy one HERE!

Late night for me… just got in from enjoying the insanity that is downtown Vancouver right now!!

I’ll have more comprehensive ramblings posted tomorrow morning… including the announcement of the DobberHockey Olympic Pool winner for “funniest team name.”