The Sun rising is simply an observation from a certain point of view.

His NHL numbers do not scream out loud for someone who’s jersey should be retired. He didn’t score 500 goals or amass 1000 points but Trevor was more than just a numbers guy, he was Hockey! Everybody knew Trevor Linden in this city and on a half a dozen occasions I got to meet and hang with him at numerous Bars in the city. The Roxy and Bar None during his first go around in with the Canucks were the bars of choice back then.

I do not want to drone on about all his charitable work or the work he did for the NHLPA those are the things that will probably get him into the the Hockey Hall of Fame. I’ll save that for when the time is right. Some people say that Trevor is undeserving of having his Jersey retired. Why? Because he didn’t deliver a Stanley Cup? Well then by that criteria Darryl Sittler’s number shouldn’t be up in the rafters in TO, or Al MacIniss in St. Louis or Cam Neeley in Boston. Not even my second cousin Bernie Federko in St. Louis. Actually I think Sittlers numbers is technically “Honoured” and not retired. That is some list of players there and I think Trevor easily is in their class. Everybody in Vancouver knows why Trevor Linden’s number was retired so there is no need to explain it.

“2.3 but good in the room!” Thanks Mr. Fenton for still making me chuckle.

In Trevor’s final words last night.

“He had the time of his life playing a game he loved in front of the most incredible fans!”

After all these years Fraser Bruce will finally have his jersey raised to the rafters. On his birthday no less! No person deserves the honour more than The Bruce. He has steadfastly stood by his team through the good times and showed no interest during the bad. Well today is the day when he will be forever imortalized next to The Steamer.

Enjoy your special day Fraser!

To say I am shocked would be an understatement. Jason Clermont has been the heart and soul of this football team for the past 7 years. He has given eveything to this team and the community. He is probably one of the top fan favorites on the team. Sure he has been injured a bit the last couple of seasons but that shows more about how he hard he plays the game. Sacrifice, dedication and heart are words that I would use to describe this two-time all Canadian. The Lions will regret this move. Shame Wally Buono! Shame!

Thanks Jason for the past 7 years!