Hi everyone, and welcome back to another installment of Golden Seals Hockey. Yup, from what you can read in today’s headline, that’s been my last two weeks. New baby girl in the house changing all of our lives, but for the better, of course. The little one came into the world December 3rd at an astonishing 10 lbs., 13 oz., and she spends most of the day eating and sleeping, so I can’t complain too much. It’s eleven o’clock on a Friday, and she’s next to me right now just waking up from another nap and getting ready for another meal. I’ve taken some time off work to help make the transition from family of three to family of four a little easier. That being said, my wife and I have lost a little sleep and, as a result, I’ve actually gone out twice in public this week with my fly unknowingly down. I also almost backed my car into a neighbour’s car as she was backing out of her driveway. My wife and I also thought our daughter’s last doctor’s appointment was yesterday, when in reality it is only next Thursday. Life has been a little weird the last two weeks, but things are starting to settle down again though. I’m learning to take naps whenever I can. I’ve caught up on some classic films here and there. I’m getting lots of work done on my new book. It’s good to be back!

This week, be sure to check out a brand new Overexposed induction featuring the Quebec Nordiques’ Claude Lapointe doing something weird with his mouth. He may be about to blow chunks, but I’m just speculating. Anyway, if seeing big-leaguers trying to hold in their barf interests you, head on over to the Overexposed wing of the Hockey Hall of Shame.

Also new this week, a brand new article from September 1976 previewing the Cleveland Barons’ first training camp after their move from Oakland. You can find the piece in the articles section by clicking here.

Until next time, stay gold!