a small, cheering bit of sports news

[redbird]

I recently learned about a delightful National Hockey League rule/position: emergency back-up goalie.

The NHL requires each team to have a backup goalie on call, in case either team needs him during a game. A few days ago, the Toronto Maple Leafs' Zamboni driver made his NHL debut and a lot of headlines, winning the game for North Carolina. The CBC notes that he was paid $500 "and gets to keep his jersey."

Comments

[capri0mni]

Okay, yes, that did make me smile.

[minoanmiss]

That was a cute story indeed.

[bibliofile]

I know, right? Fun story, and he WON. Not many people can say that.

He also appeared on The Late Show (i.e., Colbert) last night, providing backup for Stephen Colbert and Jon Baptiste.

[otter]

I enjoyed that story

[mrissa]

This rule is the source of a lot of heart-warming. A LOT.

[cynthia1960]

It's an awesome rule. Not sure if my Sharks have ever had to use an emergency goalie. Considering how this season has gone for us, perhaps an emergency backup would have helped.

[noachoc]

That... that is wonderful and I did not know that. Thank you!

[athenais]

That rule is my absolute favorite thing about hockey. Go Casey!