Ovechkin 50th Goal Rant

[AA_Train]

WTF is wrong with people???? Apparently, there has been this intense backlash to Alexander Ovechkin's 50th goal celebration. iheard about in on the radio and watched it on Youtube and I can't believe what people are saying about it. Players are saying its disgraceful, disrespectful and over the top. Most of these people are canadian which begs the question, are we taking hockey too seriously???

In case you weren't aware SPORTS IS ENTERTAINMENT!!!!! Ovechkin does just that. He does the amazing ,the unexpected and likes to put an exclamation point on it from time to time. He has never been insulting or disrespectful in any of these celebrations and in this one did not put down either the Tampa goaltender or the team. He was just having a little fun. All accounts of him tell of a happy go-lucky guy who is nothing but a positive presence in the Capitals dressing room. So, why we begruging him any enjoyment he receives from excelling in the game we love???

I have thought of arguments against his celebration. The one is the role model argument. Parents won't want their child emulating his behaviour. Another news flash ATHLETES ARE NOT ROLE MODELS!!! They can choose to be and should be to their own children, but it is not a responsibility they are required to take on. I wouldn't mind if I had a kid who enjoyed playing hockey half as much as he does.

Another is that in football has stopped such celebration and IMO it has become a no fun league. We pay good money to watch athletes play. These celebrations, as long as they are not out right ofensive, durogatory or insulting, give the fans something extra. An example of a bad celebration was Terell Owens running out to the star in Dallas. A good one is the one the Calgary Stampeders did when a group of them in the end zone pretended to drink from the ball like it was a bottle. LMAO!!!!

The point is that sports are supposed to be fun. Athletes with personality make the games we love a lot more watchable. I think people are afraid to enjoy themselves for fear some bad bit of karma will come and bite them in the ass. That's called living in fear. We're all here for a good time, not a long time. Let's enjoy ourselves and let others enjoy themelves, as long as they don't do it in a disrespectful or derogatory way. Ovechkin celebration doesn't qualify.

 

[crazybuddy]

The only problem I have with the celebration was that it was planned . I think the best ones are the ones that are spontaneous and emotional . I also think that Mike Green's comments after the fact kind of said alot .

 

[Cock Throppled]

I have a probelm with the coreographed celebrations every time a player farts in the general direction of the opponent's goal, but hey, if you can score 50 goals at the NHL level I think he has the right to whatever he fuckin' wants.

 

[trackstar]

I cringe to think what he will be asking for once his contract expires

 

[InTheBum]

I cringe to think what he will be asking for once his contract expires

News Flash:::


Alexander Ovechkin signed a $124 million, 13-year contract extension Thursday with the Washington Capitals, a handsome reward for the charismastic 22-year-old Russian who has been a nonstop goal-scorer since coming to the NHL in 2005.

 

[trackstar]

News Flash:::


Alexander Ovechkin signed a $124 million, 13-year contract extension Thursday with the Washington Capitals, a handsome reward for the charismastic 22-year-old Russian who has been a nonstop goal-scorer since coming to the NHL in 2005.

Due to the nature of Trackstar's lifestyle, he chooses a life of poor long-term memory

 

[bigstick]

Hey I love Alexander the Great exceptional hockey player. He has flare, flash and brings joy to the game. I have no problems with his celebrations if their after a goal as long as it's not pre-planned. That's where I'm worried somebody is going to get his number one day. I personally believe Alexander should be right there beside Crosby in marketing the league I don't think the league has tapped into his marketability yet. Doing the stick to hot routine was I thought maybe going overboard but, frick I've seen clips of guys from 60's 70's and 80's doing showboating things also. Regular season I don't mind though in a playoff series I wouldn't do it unless it's a game 7 overtime goal where the other team has no way to rally around something like that. It burned Calgary in 91 with the flames and oilers series Fleury was showboating after game 6 did his little slide routine which was spur of the moment though, he carried it onto game 7 when Calgary took the lead 3-0 he did a mini version of the slide after he scored. Right after that the oilers made their comeback and the rest was history. Even, Gary Roberts admitted that routine gave the oilers the wake-up call they need to make a comeback and win the game as well the series.

 

[trackstar]

At least he didn't celebrate in the lame style that Jagr used to. What a tool

 

[dexi]

Thomas Boswell, the sports writer for the Washington Post pretty much summed up my feelings when I saw it:

"Remember, the idea is for folks to laugh with you, not at you. In Tampa, Ovechkin looked like an old man bending over to pick up his cane."

I don't mind his exuberance, he's just looked like a dumbass. Sports IS entertainment...and so are mimes, ventriloquists, and comedians who make fart jokes.

 

[trackstar]

Thomas Boswell, the sports writer for the Washington Post pretty much summed up my feelings when I saw it:

"Remember, the idea is for folks to laugh with you, not at you. In Tampa, Ovechkin looked like an old man bending over to pick up his cane."

I don't mind his exuberance, he's just looked like a dumbass. Sports IS entertainment...and so are mimes, ventriloquists, and comedians who make fart jokes.

HAHAHAHA, fart jokes!!!!! Sorry

 

[AA_Train]

Hey I love Alexander the Great exceptional hockey player. He has flare, flash and brings joy to the game. I have no problems with his celebrations if their after a goal as long as it's not pre-planned. That's where I'm worried somebody is going to get his number one day. I personally believe Alexander should be right there beside Crosby in marketing the league I don't think the league has tapped into his marketability yet. Doing the stick to hot routine was I thought maybe going overboard but, frick I've seen clips of guys from 60's 70's and 80's doing showboating things also. Regular season I don't mind though in a playoff series I wouldn't do it unless it's a game 7 overtime goal where the other team has no way to rally around something like that. It burned Calgary in 91 with the flames and oilers series Fleury was showboating after game 6 did his little slide routine which was spur of the moment though, he carried it onto game 7 when Calgary took the lead 3-0 he did a mini version of the slide after he scored. Right after that the oilers made their comeback and the rest was history. Even, Gary Roberts admitted that routine gave the oilers the wake-up call they need to make a comeback and win the game as well the series.

But is it really overboard??? If a guy comes up with a pre planned celebration, what's the problem??? It's entertainment, it's funny. If you can add some razzle dazzle, again, within reason, I say do it. It helps raise the level of competition. Your Flame/Oiler example is perfect for showing that. Ovechkin is far more marketable than Crosby or Iginla for example, because he has that entertainer aspect and I don't think anyone works harder than him. Notice no suspension or fines??? Because the league recognizes that he is the horse to ride. They know he's the big ticket.

 

[trackstar]

But is it really overboard??? If a guy comes up with a pre planned celebration, what's the problem??? It's entertainment, it's funny. If you can add some razzle dazzle, again, within reason, I say do it. It helps raise the level of competition. Your Flame/Oiler example is perfect for showing that. Ovechkin is far more marketable than Crosby or Iginla for example, because he has that entertainer aspect and I don't think anyone works harder than him. Notice no suspension or fines??? Because the league recognizes that he is the horse to ride. They know he's the big ticket.

Where-as in the NBA, stunts like that are what spawned a technical for show-boating. You score on the other team, then show boat. Many would say that it shows poor sportsmanship. Personally I see him as such a goofy Russian, that it's hard to take his antics with any sense of malice intended

 

[Yman]

He's passionate about the game. He has hit the 50 goal mark....again. He's talented and he is proud. I don't think it's arrogance. He's equally happy to celebrate the success of his team. He was quite vocal last year about his achievements being overshadowed by a limited playoff run.

He adds sparkle and he's the most entertaining player in the league. At least it's honest ! Fuck yeah !

 

[bigstick]

But is it really overboard??? If a guy comes up with a pre planned celebration, what's the problem??? It's entertainment, it's funny. If you can add some razzle dazzle, again, within reason, I say do it. It helps raise the level of competition. Your Flame/Oiler example is perfect for showing that. Ovechkin is far more marketable than Crosby or Iginla for example, because he has that entertainer aspect and I don't think anyone works harder than him. Notice no suspension or fines??? Because the league recognizes that he is the horse to ride. They know he's the big ticket.

I agree whole heartedly pretty much with everything your saying. I'm just saying the guy very good chance is going to get a Dale Hunter punch to the head or somebody is going to take it personal in the heat of the moment. Hockey is a really emotional game especially if it happens in the playoffs. I have no problems with to certain degree. When you showboat you have to be wary of the consequences also that possibly might follow celebrations; like for every action there is usually a reaction.

I love Alexander I don't wanna see anything happen to him he's the number one hockey player I'll pay to watch probably athlete also I love Lebron James but, Ovechkin is just magic sometimes. He's great for the game!

As I've noted before I'm not one of this old school back in my day!...lol type guys. I've seen stuff from 60's, 70's, 80's and even 90's. of guys doing these types of things. So I won't beat my chest about it.

 

[BJhunter]

how about our own Canuck ...Tiger Williams.... riding his stick?
Alexander has earned what ever he wants to do.
The game would be soooo fukking boring if the libbers get control . no violence , no contact , no nothing... do they not realize the fastest growing sport is ultimate fighting? and these dim wits are thinking of taking fighting out of hockey....WTF?

good point, there Planet. Anyone who bitches what Ovie did, better stop bc i'm sure they got a kick when tiger rode his stick.

It's sports, it's entertainment. there's a reason why we're a distant #4 behind the other spectator sports. isn't hockey also behind dirt biking and sport fishing too on ESPN2? lol

 

[Cock Throppled]

It was his 50th fuckin' goal, he should be free to take a crap at centre ice to celebrate if he feels like it.
How is it any more disrespectful than the usual arm pumping, fist shaking, group hugging, stick banging for every goal scored - even the fourth or fifth in a 7-1 blowout?
What's the point of celebrating EVERY goal scored, no matter how meaningless?

 

[Shybutniceguy]

It was his 50th fuckin' goal, he should be free to take a crap at centre ice to celebrate if he feels like it.
How is it any more disrespectful than the usual arm pumping, fist shaking, group hugging, stick banging for every goal scored - even the fourth or fifth in a 7-1 blowout?
What's the point of celebrating EVERY goal scored, no matter how meaningless?

Yeah I don't see the problem. Wonder if people would have an issue if it was Crosby scoring 50 and doing that. You know Cherry wouldn't have an issue then. The guy fills the seats so what's the big deal.

 

[Shybutniceguy]

The only problem i have in nhl hockey is that EGO maniac Don Cherry . And he talks about show boating ...talk about calling the kettle black.

Lol yeah he's all showboat. I didn't mind him a few years back but gradually he's gotten worse. Both he and his little sidekick need to retire I think.

 

[BJhunter]

So you have to act like a jack ass in order for it to be entertaining? Do the sport fishermen drop their rods and do a voodoo dance when they pull in the "big one"? Is that what brings in their ratings? Do you ever think things through before you type?

Whens the last time you saw a dirt bike rider do something disrespectful to a fellow rider? I look forward to you explaining yourself.....lol

You are actually more stupid than i thought! Oh sheesh, you just want another thread about the canucks, don't ya? still getting ready for a nice one regarding the type of fan you are

First off, i used those other sports to compare the popularity. Nothing to do w/ showboating. Is that clear, Hubbie?

If you can't grasp that, there's no point in talking to a baby

Besides, those 'sports' aren't comparable b/c there's no precedent. Like a canucklehead's logic, or lack of, i know, it's tough to do . You'd look smarter if you used T.O. in NFL, or Bryant in NBA, or Ricky in MLB.

If you still don't get it, give ya a hint: sports where you can showboat.

I'm wasting my space and time for my valuable audience. Feel free to PM if u still dont' get it. I know you love the attention, as well as subsequent bashing, from me.

Back to Ovie. I can see both sides; for the tradionalists, yes, his showboating can be a bit much. but cherry should cool it; his canadian boys like Crosby, Bernie Nichols, Glenn Anderson, Rob Brown (remember when Hextall went after him), Fleury (sliding into the boards upside down), the list goes on....

This is a guarantee: for those canuckleheads, if Ovie played here, these guys wouldn't be bitchin' about his showboating, eh? Exactly. Now that's a Knucklehead, not a Canucklehead. LOL

Did they have a problem w/ Bure's antics after he scored a goal?

 

[bigstick]

I'm still a grapes fan I usually agree with him 9/10 on topics but, the ovechkin one is a little different. Grapes did go after Crosby when he was in junior when he did the back of the net trick goal; he gave it to crosby pretty good on hnic. The one thing about grapes wheather you love him or hate him he does put himself out there for the last 20 plus years. He was one of the original sports opinionated guys; who says what's on his mind and well that's what we have more and more in sports and news today people all of a sudden stating their opinion wheather you agree with the person or not it get's people talking so I take it all in stride. For example, you have hardcore sports radio which I absolutely love. Jim Rome, Rush Limbaugh, Alex Jones and now that Fox news guy the names escapes me who is getting flack for putting down our military.