Sunday, January 23, 2011

Predators Look For 60th Point Tonight Against Edmonton

     Tonight, the Nashville Predators take on the Edmonton Oilers in Alberta, Canada.  You can catch the game on FS-TN tonight at 7:00PM Central Time, or you could attend the game in person.  How you ask?  I've done the research, and if you hurry AND have the money, you could be close to the action tonight.  Edmonton fans look for a little hope from their team, and the Preds look for two more points tonight in the first game between the two.

     How do you get to Edmonton?  First of all I do understand that it is early, but put some clothes on, grab a Preds jersey, get your cell phone and a charger, GET YOUR PASSPORT, and go get in your car.  Don't keep reading...do it now.  Now that you are in your vehicle and have the blog on your trusty cell phone, back out of the drive, and go to Atlanta.  While on your way, make a call to Air Canada and request flights 8620 and 127 for today, and flights 158 and 8619 for tomorrow.  Also, call Ticketmaster and/or the Oilers directly, and get a ticket for the game.  When in Atlanta, steer your vehicle towards the airport, park your car, and take the little bus to the terminal.  Flight 8620 will depart Atlanta at 11:20AM, so make sure you get there in time to get through security.  Since you don't have any luggage, it shouldn't be that bad.  Next, fly to Toronto, then on to Edmonton.  Once you get to Edmonton, take a taxi to the Rexall Place, and enjoy.  After the game, take a taxi directly to the airport, board your flight at 12:10AM, and head back home. 

     Who is actually thinking about it besides me?  Anyone?  Oh the cost...$1443.00 for the flight, about $50 for the game ticket, $100 for food and drinks, and about $100 for transportation.  ROAD TRIP!

     While at the game, I will be watching Pekka Rinne who will start in goal for Nashville.  This guy has been a brick wall lately, and performs majestically to say the least.  For the offense, goals and points have been coming from all over the team.  With that said, I'm going to stick with Sergei Kostitsyn who is super hot.

     Edmonton has opted out of today's morning skate, and Nashville had a large turnout yesterday for their practice that was open to the public.  Yesterday, the Oilers had a skills competition at the Rexall Place that drew a crowd of over 12,000.  For the Oilers, Ryan Whitney plays defense well, and has 27 points this season.  He appears to realize that the set up works, and has two goals in his last five games.  The 6'3" Boston native can be dangerous on both ends of the ice, and will be a pleasure to watch.

     Even though Edmonton has went 1-6 in their last seven games, the Predators do not have time to relax.  Tonight's game is projected to be a sellout, and Nashville will have their work cut out for them.  Will you be among a sellout crowd in Alberta tonight?  Either way, it is hockey night...can it get any better?

2 comments:

  1. I can't say enough about Kostitsyn. He's amazing to watch. He moves down the ice with the puck as though he's the only player on the ice and he's not afraid to take the shots. His shots from the right side of the net can be lethal! I hope Nashville keeps him for a long time. I think he's found his home here.

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  2. I totally agree. He is going to cost a lot more starting next year though. Hopefully the staff realize that he is needed, and they will get their check books out. I really hope he extends his stay here and I'll be sad if he leaves after only one season.

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