06-20-2017, 09:21 PM
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Some kinda newsbreaker!
Join Date: May 2004
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Hossa won't play 2017/18 due to side effects of skin condition meds
WTF is this?
Not sure if this is a joke, if the Blackhawks doctors are making #### up, or if Chicago is this lucky to get out of a cap situation...
Sounds too good to be true for the Hawks...
http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/3...inal-nhl-game/
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According to several sources, there is a legitimate possibility Hossa has played his final NHL game. (He could not be reached for comment. Neither could his agent, Ritch Winter. The Blackhawks declined to comment.) Apparently, he suffers from a serious allergic reaction to the equipment he wears.
The sources who confirmed the allergy stressed not to make fun of it, with one saying, “It’s only funny to anyone who’s never had it.” Details are sketchy, because no one would give full information, but the medication necessary to combat the allergy is potent enough that doctors wanted his blood tested every few weeks to make sure there were no major side effects.
That’s very serious stuff, and word is doctors worried about Hossa taking the medicine for extended periods of time.
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But it would not come without controversy. The Blackhawks signed him to a 12-year, $63.3-million deal in 2009, which carries an annual average value of $5.275 million. It is, however, a back-diving contract, a structure that was heavily penalized in the 2013 CBA.
Hossa is scheduled to be paid $1 million during each of the next four seasons, meaning almost 94 per cent of his contract is already paid. If he were to retire now, the Blackhawks would be hit with what are called “cap recapture” penalties — $3.675 million off their club’s cap number from next season until 2020-21. For a team already facing a crunch, that’s a massive blow.
Unless he doesn’t retire. He simply goes on long-term injured reserve.
Opponents, who won’t want to see Chicago benefit, will be angry, but there is plenty of precedent. Philadelphia (and later Arizona) benefitted from using LTIR on Chris Pronger. Toronto stashed Joffrey Lupul and Stephane Robidas. The Blackhawks could argue Hossa is no different.
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News UpdateStatement from Hossa and the Hawks:
https://www.nhl.com/blackhawks/news/...sa/c-290029810
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Statement from Chicago Blackhawks forward Marian Hossa:
Over the course of the last few years, under the supervision of the Blackhawks medical staff, I have been privately undergoing treatment for a progressive skin disorder and the side effects of the medications involved to treat the disorder. Due to the severe side effects associated with those medications, playing hockey is not possible for me during the upcoming 2017-18 season. While I am disappointed that I will not be able to play, I have to consider the severity of my condition and how the treatments have impacted my life both on and off the ice.
The Chicago Blackhawks organization, including Rocky Wirtz, John McDonough and Stan Bowman, and my agent, Ritch Winter, have been very supportive throughout this entire process. I would also like to thank my teammates and the amazing Blackhawks fans for their understanding. With respect to the privacy of my family, I will not be commenting any further on my health.
Statement from Chicago Blackhawks Senior Vice President and General Manager Stan Bowman:
The Chicago Blackhawks are in full support of Marian Hossa as he addresses his medical issues. This is extremely difficult for us because we all know the incredible person and player that Marian Hossa is - competitive, loyal and humble. He has played a major role in the success our franchise has experienced in recent years, which makes his departure from our lineup a significant loss. His teammates and coaches know he battled through some very tough physical difficulties but never complained or missed games despite the challenges he faced. The organization will continue to provide him every resource he needs to maintain his health.
Statement from Chicago Blackhawks Team Physician Dr. Michael Terry:
Marian has been dealing with the effects of a progressive skin disorder that is becoming more and more difficult to treat and control with conventional medications while he plays hockey. Because of the dramatic nature of the medications required and their decreasing effectiveness, we strongly support his decision not to play during the 2017-18 season. We feel in the most certain terms this is the appropriate approach for Marian in order to keep him functional and healthy in the short term and throughout his life.
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06-20-2017, 09:23 PM
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Our Jessica Fletcher
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That's convenient.
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06-20-2017, 09:23 PM
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Ass Handler
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Okotoks, AB
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This is so made up. You don't suddenly become allergic to your own hockey gear. That's ridiculous.
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06-20-2017, 09:23 PM
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Powerplay Quarterback
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: Calgary
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What kind of bs is this ?!?!?!? Shady shady shady
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06-20-2017, 09:24 PM
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Acerbic Cyberbully
Join Date: Aug 2003
Location: back in Chilliwack
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That might be the most ridiculous thing I have ever read.
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06-20-2017, 09:25 PM
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Franchise Player
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uuuh. what? I don't buy it.
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06-20-2017, 09:26 PM
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Feb 2006
Location: Calgary, AB
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That is the sketchiest BS I've ever read.
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06-20-2017, 09:26 PM
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Barthelona
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I get crazy rashes from some of my equipment, but it's only mildly annoying. I guess if I were wearing it every day I can imagine it might be more of a problem.
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k im just not going to respond to your #### anymore because i have better things to do like #### my model girlfriend rather then try to convince people like you of commonly held hockey knowledge.
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06-20-2017, 09:29 PM
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#9
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Franchise Player
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I am so sick of these teams benifitting from these contracts and then finding miraculous ways to wriggle out of them somehow when they become cumbersome.
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06-20-2017, 09:30 PM
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First Line Centre
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Lethbridge
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You've gotta be ####ing kidding me.
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06-20-2017, 09:31 PM
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Scoring Winger
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So what... I'm allergic to latex. Never stopped me from taking a few chances.
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06-20-2017, 09:31 PM
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Franchise Player
Join Date: Mar 2009
Location: The Bay Area
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Wow... takes some pretty heavy brass ones to try this story out.
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06-20-2017, 09:35 PM
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Franchise Player
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It seems the hawks are allergic to his cap hit
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06-20-2017, 09:35 PM
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Powerplay Quarterback
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Originally Posted by 2ArmBands
So what... I'm allergic to latex. Never stopped me from taking a few chances.
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Dad...?
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06-20-2017, 09:36 PM
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Acerbic Cyberbully
Join Date: Aug 2003
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Is there a mechanism by which other teams can challenge this? I would think there should be some way for someone to require third party independent validation; there must be a number of owners with whom this does not sit well.
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06-20-2017, 09:37 PM
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Some kinda newsbreaker!
Join Date: May 2004
Location: Learning Phaneufs skating style
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Originally Posted by Textcritic
Is there a mechanism by which other teams can challenge this? I would think there should be some way for someone to require third party independent validation; there must be a number of owners with whom this does not sit well.
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If the NHL suspects someone is on LTIR to circumvent the cap, they can get independent doctors to examine the player per the CBA.
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06-20-2017, 09:37 PM
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That Crazy Guy at the Bus Stop
Join Date: Jun 2010
Location: Springfield Penitentiary
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It's hard not to chuckle at the absurdity of this claim.
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06-20-2017, 09:38 PM
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First Line Centre
Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Sherwood Park, AB
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Lol! It's crazy they think people will believe this. Even if it was true...I'm sure there is no way a bunch of millionaires could get hockey gear made from other material...
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06-20-2017, 09:39 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Calgary
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Pittsburgh Penguins fans: "maybe snakes are allergic to hockey equipment."
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06-20-2017, 09:41 PM
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Commie Referee
Join Date: Oct 2002
Location: Small town, B.C.
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Even if true almost nobody will believe it. Crazy stuff.
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