Send in your Questions for PFC Dowd!

For those of you who follow me on twitter, you know I have a brother in the Army who I refer to as PFC Dowd.  He is currently training and getting ready to head to Special Forces selection camp.  He will be home over Christmas, and I'm going to interview him for a video.  

So I'm sending this out to all of you: What do you want me to ask him? It doesn't have to be Army-related, but if that is what you're curious about, ask!  He is also very politically savvy and loves hockey, so those questions would work as well.

Leave questions in the comments or email them in at kgsdistrict@gmail.com.  

I hope to give you what you want, so send them in!

Tuesday Puck Talk Week #8

This week I cover the Capitals' current slide, Perreault, the Penguins' hot streak, injuries and the WJC.





Remember to email in every week with feedback and suggestions. Email  anytime to kgsdistrict@gmail.com!

Haynesworth Suspended for the Rest of 2010

There is never a dull moment at Redskins Park, and today was no different as the team announced that defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth is suspended for the final four games of the 2010 season.

The drama surrounding Haynesworth kicked into gear when he refused to attend any mandatory camps during the offseason.  He was the only player who took his option, while the rest wanted to get started right away learning a new system they would have to play under new coaches Mike Shanahan, Kyle Shanahan, and Jim Haslett.  Haynesworth cited the fact that he ahs been a veteran in the league and knows how best to prepare himself for the season. He claimed he was working out on his own.

Many of his own teammates said that all would be forgiven if he came in once mandatory workouts began and put in the effort.  They said if he came in ready to play, there would be no problem.  Well, then Haynesworth missed the first mandatory camp.  Everyone thought, ok, he will come in ready for training camp.

Maple Leafs @ Capitals Preview (Video) 12/6/10

A look at the game tonight between the Maple Leafs and the Capitals.  Roster juggling, mystery everywhere!





Remember to send your suggestions for tomorrow's Tuesday Puck Talk! You can email them in at kgsdistrict@gmail.com or leave them in the comments or tweet me @KGDowd.  I love the feedback!

Earning Respect: the P.K. Subban Case

As you all know, I’ve played on various sports teams my entire life.  I’ve been playing basketball since 1^st grade, and I’ve played at recreational, travel, AAU, and varsity levels.  I played AA ice hockey for almost 8 years.  I have played various levels of softball, soccer, and lacrosse as well.

Now that we’ve got that out of the way, let me say that throughout this entire athletic career, I’ve always been a proponent for paying dues.  As a freshman, I was more than happy to get the water bottles, make sure all the balls were in the bag, and bring the medical kit everywhere.  Frankly, it made me feel like I was part of the team.  I felt like I was doing what all those had done before me, and that made me feel closer to the team. I felt like I belonged.

This is why I hate it when professional rookies like Dez Bryant of the Dallas Cowboys refuse to carry pads off the field.  Its why I love it when the team then drops a $50,000 plus dinner bill on him at the rookie dinner.  These are dues you have to pay, and considering the actual paycheck you’re getting, I feel athletes can suck it up, swallow their egos, and earn respect of their teammates.

Capitals @ Stars Preview (Video) 12/2/10

A look as the Caps take on the Dallas Stars in the second half of their 2 back-to-back game road trip and Scott Hannan makes his debut with the team.





Update: Raycroft will be in net for the Stars against Michal Neuvirth (or David, as the Blues announcers called him last night).  Poti out, Hannan will be paired with John Erskine.

Capitals @ Blues Preview (Video) 12/1/10

Here's a look at tonight's matchup between the Blues and the Capitals.  Both teams with back-to-backs, with their last meeting (on the birthday of yours truly) ending in a shootout.