Tom Dusome

Hamilton, ON • Canada • 34 Years Old • Male

"... For Now" on Bandwagon jumping.

Hello, ever play that game where someone is reading their fortune from a fortune cookie and you just have to blurt out the words "in bed" at the end. Well, playoff rhetoric and the Toronto Maple Leafs have a similar two word phrase that should dove tail every headline out there set to spark readership, subscriptions, and clicks. Those two words are "For Now". There are a ton of articles si... Read More »

31 Wacky Predictions

As I get my self acquainted with this new NHL I am taking a page out of Ek's book and writing some wacky predictions I think will happen this year (or like I am sure a lot of people are saying next year). I have never covered the entire league like this before. Hope you enjoy! To be clear, with in these predictions I am working in a frame work that there will be 4 divisions including a Canadi... Read More »

Mind Shift

It's a boring slog to watch but finally there is a mind shift with the pick ups the Maple Leafs have made. They're notable enough to have me make this blog. They're not flashy or huge and they may not be perfect but the additions of Jimmy Vesey, Joey Anderson, and Travis Boyd is a big shift. I say that because the fact the words "inconsistent" or "needs to shoot more" or "needs work in his own zon... Read More »

UFA/RFAs for all those teams who need to get "tougher"

With a changing mindset for teams around the league looking to get "tougher" I took a dive through the NHL Free Agents and picked out those who will add some toughness, energy, and work ethic to the teams they may end up on. This is not speculation to go to any team. Just a fun little dive. Forwards Corey Perry Patrick Maroon Riley Sheahan Nick Cousins Justin Abdelkader Kyle Clifford... Read More »

Why I think Columbus is Legit!

As I was listening to the new and improved Hockeybuzzcast and hearing the sparkling reviews and praise for the Columbus Blue Jackets especially from Josh Rimer. I knew I had to check this series out. Now, even though the Blue Jackets couldn't put together a full 60 minute effort and come out on top in this game, I was thoroughly impressed. And for a lot of reasons I thought it could have wen... Read More »