New faces...err, names
Hey all...I'm heading out of town for a few days, for a vacation that was scheduled well before I knew I was going to be jumping back into things here. I'll be back next week and I've done my very best to line up some coverage over the next few days, as well as add some people I'm very excited about.
Jill Painter, who has done some excellent hockey writing for us in the past, has graciously volunteered her free time to cover practices Thursday and Friday mornings. She didn't have to, and I really appreciate it. Justin Frank, who also knows his hockey, will cover Monday's game on his own time, which is also very much appreciated.
Our assistant managing editor(!), a great guy named George Foulsham, will cover Saturday's game. George has a long, distinguished background in journalism and, in addition to being one of the most valuable members of our paper's management, is a big hockey fan and a guy I've greatly enjoyed getting to know in the last couple months. George has also volunteered, on his day off, to cover the game, which is tremendous.
So is the fact that Don Fulton, who has backgrounds working in both journalism and hockey, has volunteered his services to cover any practices I might need help with. Don is making a tremendous effort and is volunteering to escape his day job for an hour or so every now and then, just to help me.
Anyway, all of this is probably more than you care to know, but I just wanted to express my appreciation to these folks and let you know that I'm doing what I can to maintain a high level of coverage here. There will be bumps in the road, and if you want to send me angry e-mails about it, I'll understand, but please recognize that these people are all making great contributions to keep this going strong.
We appreciate everything Rich. Have fun and enjoy yourself and we look forward to your return. Since it is not permanent I think few would mind :P I am sure they will do a great job and we are grateful for their time and future effort.
MASSIVE APPRECIATION for all that you do, Rich, and to all the people who are pitching in to make this the best source for Kings news.
Enjoy your well deserved vacation, Rich!
Indeed, much deserved vacation! Thank you so much for the hard work you put in for all of us!
Enjoy your vacation Rich!
Welcome to the other contributors! We REALLY appreciate everything you guys do!
Have a good vacation Rich. And thanks for your co-workers who are using their off-time to help Kings fans.
hey, no prob Rich. Its not like were fighting for a playoff spot here.
this is absolutely ridiculous, thanks Rick! ...this is why I come to this site before cnn.com and espn.com everyday (and every hour)
Rich, I can't thank you (and all who are helping) enough for all the effort and care you've taken to provide an inside look into our Kings team. I have the blog set up as my start page and I check it multiple times per day for breaking news and info. I'll keep reading as long as you guys keep writing it. For all the new faces, thanks a ton for donating your precious time off to contribute to the blog.
Enjoy your break Rich. Of all the people that are volunteering to pitch in, i only recognize Jill Painter. She does an excellent job covering UCLA basketball, and i'm sure it'll carry over to this blog. Can't wait to see how everyone contributes.
Thanks to everyone for helping out with coverage.
enjoy your time off!
I think I read something by Jill the other day... she's good
Thanks Rich and thanks to all the others who are helping out. It is truly appreciated.
Have a nice trip Rich! Im sure this site will be in good hands.
Welcome and thanks all. The Hammond juggernaut has left the station!
Keep it up Rich. We are incredibly appreciative of your efforts! And many thanks to those volunteering to keep us informed.
Anyone sending angry emails about the Kings/hockey coverage on this site should feel shame!
Thanks!
Welcome to the new faces. We appreciate all the effort that goes on in this space!
Hi Rich
Just noticed your new title of "Deputy Sports Editor". When you return, and in the grand tradition of Kings ownership, I would like you to arrest Tim L. and Phillip A. for the various and sundry offenses they have perpetrated on hockey fans in LA. Better make it a no bail warrant that would force Phillip A to remain in LA so that he can be close to the kings. Constitutionally, this may constitute cruel and unusual punishment, but its worth a try.
Thanks to Rich and everyone else who keeps this blog alive! It's always nice to get a taste of reality right instead of the twisted stuff floating around there.