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Post by boltsgm on Nov 6, 2017 15:12:26 GMT -5
Is there a link to a write up or something of the history of this league? or how everyone is connected?
If not, how did this all start and what are the gm connections?
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Post by Philly on Nov 6, 2017 15:57:01 GMT -5
Jon and Gavin met in another similar type league, 14 years ago, and decided to form their own league, Carolina also came over from that league. Gavin and I ran his team, (SJ), together in the former league, so when they formed this league Gavin and Jon asked me if I wanted my own team, I took Philly since Gavin had the Hawks. They advertised and soon we had 30 gm's.There are 11 left from the original 30. Each year the league got better and better, as loopholes were closed, and software improved. Jon is a genius and Gavin isn't far behind. The league was formed by fate, and we are lucky for that.
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Post by AvsGM on Nov 6, 2017 16:27:17 GMT -5
Thanks Ray, although "genius" may be a little too kind lol Basically back in 2004 Gavin and I were in another sim league together that we didn't feel was on the up and up so we both quite and decided to start our own league. We made some posts on some message boards and forums and that's how we found most of the GMs. I'm not sure of all the connections but here are the ones I remember off the top of my head: Mike (LA) and I grew up together Ray (Phi) and Gavin (Chi) are father and son James (Nsh), Jeff (Min) and Gary (Stl) are all friends IRL Shawn (Mtl) and Eug (Tor) are friends IRL, I think Kevin (Fla) is part of that too Bobby (Edm) and Hunter (Det) I believe are father and son-in-law Those are the only ones I can remember right now. Also if I'm not mistaken here are the remaining original GMs: Bos Car Cgy Chi Col LA Mtl NJ Phi SJ Tor If any of my info is wrong please feel free to correct me. A lot of weed has been smoked since 2004
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Post by Hawks on Nov 6, 2017 16:36:32 GMT -5
As I recall, the reason we left the original league is we felt the guy running it might have been cheating a little bit.
The issue arouse with coach ratings, the guy running the sim assured everyone the feature was "off" entirely and all coaches were set to 50's across the board...except his, we found he put all his coaching stuff at 99, without saying anything to anyone. So while he still assured us that it was "off" we took his ratings as suspect and on that basis, we left to create this league ourselves.
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Post by Philly on Nov 6, 2017 16:47:42 GMT -5
Over the last year we lost Edmonton and Tampa, they were originals.
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Post by LeafsGM on Nov 6, 2017 16:57:43 GMT -5
Shawn and I also came from similar circumstances. Our mutual league before this was run poorly, and the leaders made very questionable moves in their favor. Things got fishy so we found our new home, and never looked back.
Actually pleasantly surprised to remember there's 14 originals. We've really come a long way thanks to Jon and Gavin at the helm, but it's you guys, the newly joined and active blood, that will keep us going for decades to come.
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Post by Philly on Nov 6, 2017 17:30:26 GMT -5
8 other members have from 5 to 12 years under their belt. Fla - 12yrs, Rangers - 5yrs. The other 6 in the middle. Ron (NJ) and Kevin (Car) were friends. Kevin brought Ron in.
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Post by Kraken Bobby on Nov 6, 2017 17:41:58 GMT -5
You are pretty accurate on Hunter and I. Hes my stepson. Winnipeg GM Aaron and I are buds and met through a local charity.
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Post by RangersRon on Nov 6, 2017 17:55:24 GMT -5
8 other members have from 5 to 12 years under their belt. Fla - 12yrs, Rangers - 5yrs. The other 6 in the middle. Ron (NJ) and Kevin (Car) were friends. Kevin brought Ron in. Yeah Kevin and my old neighbor Brian ( Jon's old friend), not my neighbor or a friend! But Kevin and I do not see each but keep up on FB. I was only in other sports leagues in past and was gambler before that in younger days....LOL This was first venture into SIM League and it has been the best, with amazing leadership in Amazing Jon and Gavin. Made some amazing friends in here that I had many conversations over the years especially earlier years. Over last 5 years gotten old and grouchy like Ray ( LOL), nah just busy taking care of wife! Still here and as long as Jon keeps it going, will be here for as long as my brain holds out. ( Lots of headshots in football, hockey, nightsticks, brawls so brain has its issues ) Sorry for use of amazing but too tired to think of anything else! Amazing group we had and even better now with amazing new guys! Only a matter of time until I am on bottom of this league with amazing hockey intelligence here! Hope everyone has fun and good year, except if you trying to beat me, then do not send in lines if they are tired!
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Post by gmcapitals on Nov 6, 2017 19:41:53 GMT -5
I think I may be one of the only people who doesnt know anyone personally in this league I joined by just looking up SIM leagues and came across here and seny Jon an email and said keep me in mind if a team opens up, and poof here I am, but I have developed friendships with most of the people here thru emails and trade offers. Great group of guys and I feel lucky to have been choosen to be here.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 6, 2017 20:40:12 GMT -5
I am also one of the guys who doesn't know anyone personally in the league. I found a Reddit post and asked to join. Thankfully you guys have all been very accepting and understanding of my traveling situation and I hope to be part of the league for a long time to come. I need to bring a cup to buffalo!
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Post by SensGM on Nov 6, 2017 20:45:08 GMT -5
I am also one of the guys who doesn't know anyone personally in the league. I found a Reddit post and asked to join. Thankfully you guys have all been very accepting and understanding of my traveling situation and I hope to be part of the league for a long time to come. I need to bring a cup to buffalo! I was in the same boat till EDM needed a new GM. Ive loved my time here since day 1, everyone is very friendly and its good to have friends to just talk hockey with!
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Post by AvsGM on Nov 7, 2017 3:15:13 GMT -5
If you go to the "Members" link at the top of the forum and then click on "Date Registered" it will sort by join date.
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Post by boltsgm on Nov 7, 2017 8:23:38 GMT -5
This is really cool guys. It's fun seeing all the connections and how it's grown.
As for me, Penguins GM and I are good friends in real life, which is how I heard about this league. It's awesome so far!....although I lost my first game
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Post by RedWings_Mike on Nov 7, 2017 10:55:49 GMT -5
This is really cool guys. It's fun seeing all the connections and how it's grown. As for me, Penguins GM and I are good friends in real life, which is how I heard about this league. It's awesome so far!....although I lost my first game Truth! I was surfing the hockey reddit and found this league one day. I'm glad to be a part of it, a lot of great people here that definitely know their stuff!
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