I’ve had it up to here with the way kids get special treatment. The way they get to latch on to boobs anytime they want. The way they get to go out on Halloween and get free stuff. They don’t have to work, they sleep whenever they want, and they get an allowance. I’ve even [...]

At least it’s number one in Canada. The Bell Centre ranks fifth in the league, which you can see here – 2013 NHL Arena Rankings This site looks rates these rinks based on food and beverage, atmosphere, the neighborhood, fans, access to the rink, return on investment, and a few extras thrown in. Toronto and [...]

Max Pacioretty and gang take out the Carolina Hurricanes 4-1 at the Bell Centre, and just like that, the Canadiens find themselves in the midst of yet another win streak, this time at three games and counting. To quote the late, great Jackie Gleason: “How sweet it is!” Montreal just hasn’t found themselves in dire [...]

The Canadiens had a decent third period, and maybe a goal early to make it 4-2 might have set the wheels in motion, but the goal didn’t happen, and the boys get hammered 5-1 in Ottawa. That’s fine. Maybe a good kick in the ass is healthy sometimes. Ryan White didn’t help matters by taking [...]

The season’s about to kick off and once again I dig this out in the off-chance the decision makers finally have a change of heart. Why stop now? Hey Habs management, I’m not able to be at the Bell Centre for the free hot dog, chips, and pop, so can I be stick boy instead?

The Canadiens organization is extending an olive branch to those who can make it to the Bell Centre today (Thursday), by allowing fans to watch for free the Red vs. White game, along with free hot dogs, chips, and pop for everyone. That’s fine if you’re not watching your weight. Or aren’t a vegetarian. On Saturday morning [...]

I’m proud to announce that on Trashopolis today, they said that the Bell Centre is the cleanest rink in the league, thanks to their recycling and garbage-sorting program. Take that, TD Garden and Air Canada Centre and Scotiabank Place and all you other less-than-clean joints. You should be ashamed of yourself. Just another fine example [...]

This coming November will mark five years since I began my blog. I thought I’d mention this now in case there’s no hockey in November and everyone is reading cricket and water polo blogs by then. One of the things I’m most proud of is that in these five years, I’ve never missed a day [...]

Sent by Dave in Nanaimo: A group of visitors to Canada took in a hockey game at the Bell Centre and were enthralled with the speed of the game and fan involvement. At the end of the game they were encouraged to buy a hockey jersey and have the name of the most sought-after player [...]

As we make our way to Vancouver, here’s a couple of looks at Rogers Arena that I found on YouTube. Maybe you can compare it to the Bell Centre or other rink you’ve been at. I think in general though, most rinks are basically the same now, unlike when the Montreal Forum, Chicago Stadium, Boston Garden etc. were [...]