Highlights
Montreal Canadien Eastern NHL Championship
It was unexpected and very satisfying after all those slump years. Making it to 2nd round of Stanley Cup playoffs was also nice. Even after our elimination in the hands of Philadelphia Flyers (and especially Martin Biron's godlike performances), the fans acclaimed their team... and have very high expectations this year!
Modern Triathlon Competition at Beijing
It was the first time i saw a complete competition on TV and i was simply amazed. Simon Whitfield, a canadian, won the silver medal. Emotionnally, it was one of my most intense sport moment of the year.
The greatest comeback in NHL History
The NY Rangers were leading 5-0 over Montreal Canadien at the Bell Center. With Henrik Lundqvist in the nets, all hopes were lost... but... the Habs managed to turn the game upside down and win 6-5. Intense.
CONCAF Champions League Montreal Impact Run
Against all odds, the Montreal Impact are qualified for the Quarter Finals after beating many teams of higher level leagues. Cinderella story of the year... which keep going in 2009.
Lowlights
Flatwater Canadian Star Choking
Adam Van Koeverden was the international leader for the past 2 years and was expected to dominate the canoe/kayak races at Beijing. He failed miserably. He was almost crying in interviews after the competitions.
Injuries in the NHL
Both Patrice Bergeron (Boston) and Simon Gagné (Philadelphia) missed almost all last season due to cerebral commotions. Who knows what would have happend in the playoffs if both theses players were there? Same for Sheldon Souray (Edmonton) with his shoulder.
Montreal Alouettes loosing another CFL Grey Cup Final
While the 2008 Grey Cup was a great match, the Montreal Alouettes, hosting the match, lost again... Since 2000, the Alouettes made the final 6 times and won only once (in 2002). Anthony Calvillo who is now the recordman quarterback in the CFL in almost all categories still have his choker reputation.
The Death of Montreal Grand Prix
One name: Bernie Ecclestone. Two words: Fuck you.
lexico is out packing a piece and gets busted after he shoots himself in the leg.Sometimes these jocks and being pampered since they 1st showed athletic ability and getting away with a lot comes back to bite them.As an example I heard the door guys at the club knew Plexico was packing but let him in anyway.He was treated as a VIP and is probably like a lot of other players used to that.
