Hamilton Bulldogs 2022-23 Season Thread

[Rounder8]

A couple of years ago I stopped complaining to them. I felt like I was constantly being gas lighted (being told there was no view obstructed seats during the first responders game when I literally couldn't see half of the face off circle due to an ambulance parked against the glass) and constantly lied to. By 1 person in particular who is still there.

Love the team, tolerate the administration office. Surprised we got 1 ring per seat and not per account. They are even more lost without Caitlin.

I got to the front of the line and they couldn't locate my cards. So why did I stand in line?

Does that persons name start with a J?

 

[Jawk]

Does that persons name start with a J?

Yes.

 

[Rounder8]

Yes.

I talked to him last night. I said, "nice to meet you, you're the guy that was supposed to call and didn't"

He said that he left me a voicemail. My wife pointed out to him that I don't have voicemail.lol Then he said maybe I have the wrong number on file. They have called me lots of times.

 

[Jawk]

Did anyone notice when they introduced Staois that they still attached the President title to his name? Second guessing myself on that now.

 

[Rounder8]

Did anyone notice when they introduced Staois that they still attached the President title to his name? Second guessing myself on that now.

They did indeed. I thought that it was strange.

I thought that they might have introduced Turek as well, but they didn't.

 

[Jawk]

They did indeed. I thought that it was strange.

I thought that they might have introduced Turek as well, but they didn't.

They introduced Turek as interim gm when they did the bench staff.

During his speech Staois did say he would still be around. So maybe still in a position of oversight as president but couldn't do the day to day as GM.

 

[Rounder8]

They introduced Turek as interim gm when they did the bench staff.

During his speech Staois did say he would still be around. So maybe still in a position of oversight as president but couldn't do the day to day as GM.

I saw him introduced, but didn't hear the title. That makes sense.

 

[Canadian Game]

I also heard the introduction but wondered if it was a mistake out of habit.

 

[Rounder8]

Huge congrats to Arber Xhekaj on making Montreals opening night roster.

 

[sabremike]

Returning to The Hammer for the first time in 3 years on the 21st to see the Ticats, Bulldogs and Forge FC in a 3 day span. Have a question on tickets: what is the best and cheapest way to get a single ticket and how much will it cost? Also anything at the concession stand that would be recommended or any highlight to check out inside the FOC? After the game where would you recommend going to watch HNIC and the Sabres-Canucks clash in particular? Also any local eats that I should go out of my way to check out as while the Harvey's on Barton has always been my go-to for a cheap quick meal I'd like to try and check out some different places (essentially places where all the locals go)?

Edit: Was checking the team site and there is no info on single game tickets and pricing which I don't understand.

 

[Hamilton Bulldogs]

Diaco traded to the knights.

Tough to see him go.

 

[Canadian Game]

Diaco traded to the knights.

Tough to see him go.

It sucks but any departure was going to suck regardless since Hamilton had 5 OAs. Diaco gets to go home and close out his final season with his hometown Knights.

I’m satisfied with return of a 2nd and 3rd.

 

[Rounder8]

It sucks but any departure was going to suck regardless since Hamilton had 5 OAs. Diaco gets to go home and close out his final season with his hometown Knights.

I’m satisfied with return of a 2nd and 3rd.

Diaco was definitely odd man out. I think that a 2nd and a 3rd is a good deal considering every team in the league knew that he had to be dealt.

I'm sure that he's happy being able to finish close to home.

He'll get to face his old team this Sunday. Best of luck to him (except for Sunday).

 

[Roadhog]

Returning to The Hammer for the first time in 3 years on the 21st to see the Ticats, Bulldogs and Forge FC in a 3 day span. Have a question on tickets: what is the best and cheapest way to get a single ticket and how much will it cost? Also anything at the concession stand that would be recommended or any highlight to check out inside the FOC? After the game where would you recommend going to watch HNIC and the Sabres-Canucks clash in particular? Also any local eats that I should go out of my way to check out as while the Harvey's on Barton has always been my go-to for a cheap quick meal I'd like to try and check out some different places (essentially places where all the locals go)?

Edit: Was checking the team site and there is no info on single game tickets and pricing which I don't understand.

Ticketmaster. I usually do pre-game at The George Hamilton, a 2-minute walk from the rink.

 

[GermanSpitfire]

 

[Hammer9001]

I'm pleased with what we are getting for Marco and George, however I'm just surprised London and Kitchener are the ones that picked them up. I was not under the impression that either of them were in load up years.

 

[TheAud]

Thanks for letting us have him guys!

 

[Canadian Game]

Thanks for letting us have him guys!

Looks very strange seeing him in something that isn’t Bulldogs gear, but I’m happy with him going to Kitchener. He does a great job of keeping his team in the game, and stealing games. Even in his last game as a Bulldog he came up with 2 or 3 huge saves. This has to be the signal that Kitchener plans to make a run. Wishing you guys and Marco all the best!

Btw, be prepared for some away broadcasts to incorrectly pronounce “Costantini”. Marco and his twin Anthony have been in the OHL for a few years and some media still say Constantini. It drives me nuts (and I find it disrespectful) when media make little effort to correct/learn the pronunciation of players’ names over time.

 

[Generalsupdates]

I'm pleased with what we are getting for Marco and George, however I'm just surprised London and Kitchener are the ones that picked them up. I was not under the impression that either of them were in load up years.

Kitchener is. London isn’t

 

[Rounder8]

Tough loss tonight.

Roberts and Gill-Shane are really struggling. Roberts is a turn over machine.

Really need Gavin White back.

 

[ktownfan]

roberts seems slow, got beat on Kingston goal by Outwater,

 

[Rounder8]

roberts seems slow, got beat on Kingston goal by Outwater,

I agree. I'll just leave it at that. I don't like trashing 17 yr olds so that's all that I'm going to say about it.

 

[Knightsfan90]

Morning all I come in peace


I'm coming for the game Sunday
Where is the best place to park?

Thank you in advance!

 

[Rounder8]

Morning all I come in peace


I'm coming for the game Sunday
Where is the best place to park?

Thank you in advance!

Depends on how much you're looking to spend. There is parking right across from the arena on Bay St where you won't have to trip over homeless people while going to the rink.

Also, I believe on Sundays parking meters are turned off so you might be able to park fairly close for free. I'm not 100% sure about that though, so if you get a ticket I'm not paying for it.lol

 

[Hammer9001]

Morning all I come in peace


I'm coming for the game Sunday
Where is the best place to park?

Thank you in advance!

For Sunday? Behind City Hall. It's free and a short walk to the First Ontario Center. That said, it might be full.

I generally direct fans to the lot across the Farmers Market on York Blvd or the lot at York/John and Rebbeca.

I would not suggest the lot across Bay St. They charge $20+ bucks, at that point, just park underground at Jackson Square for $10 which is also an option.