Prompt 1: Shiny Grab Bag

2. Do you like the new format? Why or why not?
If you’re referring to this new offseason format, this is literally the first time I’m doing it. I’ve had an offseason pass the last 17 seasons, so I’m out of rhythm on this stuff! I think generally it’s a good idea to split up CW and this one, as people are in a habit of doing things weekly.

Oh, were you asking about the new All Star Game format? Yeah, I don’t care. It doesn’t really matter to the site, so I don’t pay it much mind. I think the inclusion of the random ass retired players is silly and excluded absolutely deserving players (ahem JAY BRYZI) from recognition they absolutely earned.

(112 words, +2 TPE)

6. Who do you think should be captain of each team? Why?
It’s hard to argue with some of the best to ever do it, right? Bojo Biscuit, Jason Visser, Aaron Wilson, and Esa Anrikkanen are all time greats from the league, so they are a natural fit to captain these teams. Would I rather us not have the HOFers? Yes, but if we’re stuck with them, might as well cart the elders out for a symbolic but ultimately empty honor like ASG captain. If we limit ourselves to actives, with the season that’s been, I think Jae-ik Barron (ATL), Chris Valentin (CTL), Jarrod Lakemore (NTH), and Elena Maximova (PCF) are natural choices.

(101 words, +2 TPE)

8. Written, 50 to 200+ words. The Teammate One
Tell me about your teammate who made the all star expo! Who are they, why were they an obvious choice to make the All Star roster, and what do you expect from them this ASE? (If more than one of your teammates made the game, pick one of those players other than yourself. If you are the only player on your team selected for the all star game so far, write who else should had been picked from your team.)
I welcome the chance to brag about my teammate, Philip Fry! While even he was surprised to see him named to the All Star Game, he absolutely deserves it. For a lot of his career, he’s been overlooked compared to some higher scoring options on other teams. He’s been our rock in Baltimore, holding down a top 2/3 dman spot since his rookie season, playing hard minutes in all situations. This year was a bounce back for him after taking on a more defensive role in S79. Overall, the team is better with Fry on the ice, reflected by his defensive metrics. Set up teammates, block shots, play in all situations—what else would you want from an All Star? NOTHING!

(121 words, +2 TPE)

11. Written, 50 to 200+ words. Offseason Plans
Write a letter to someone your player cares deeply about from the perspective of your player about their offseason plans.

Ìyá,

I miss you and Baba very much. After I finish training and the international tournament, I will fly home for some time to spend with you. I was thinking we could surprise iya-mi Ade with a visit to Lagos. I know she loves the festivals! Maybe that will delay her asking me about finding a wife!

When I’m home, it sadly won’t be all pleasure. I will have some meetings with the charity administrators about how the youth tournaments are going, and if they need anything from me. Please believe every moment I can spend with the family, I plan to. I have had a very busy few years, and understand your unwillingness to come live with me in America.

E go bi,
M’Baku

(125 words, 2 TPE)