Friday, October 29, 2010

Last Call for Christensen, First Call for Grachev, and Hello Ms. Kramer

My long absence was inexcusable, and I apologize. I did successfully get married though, so lets take a shot and get ramped back up again here at The Hasty.

I'll start with Erik Christensen. He got a 2-year deal out of the off-season after an above-average stint with the New York Rangers last year. He showed he can play, but obviously the verdict was still out. What better a time to prove your worth than when the team is riddled with injuries right out of the gate. Well instead of seizing the opportunity, he has crumbled beyond belief. Has has compiled 1 goal and 1 assist thus far, and the amount of chances he's getting and creating is minimal. His quote today in the NY Post: "My whole life I've heard about how much talent I have, and so I've always tried to live up to that, and if I can't, then I get frustrated". Seriously? Christensen has the talent for sure, but when he starts speaking like this, it has to make you wonder. And if he doesn't start producing, then when all the injured players return, he'll be left wondering why he's on the ice with Redden in the minors.

Tonight will mark the first NHL game for Evgeny Grachev. And good for him. Although he hasn't been producing in the AHL yet, scouts reiterate the talent level this young Russian kid has. With the injuries to the lineup, this is his chance. And in the Rangers organization, chances aren't exactly a dime a dozen. Here is his first. Lets see if he can stand out.

And lastly, lets hear a warm welcome for Jana Kramer to our Top 5. Although her acting credentials aren't superb, we really don't give a shit.