Once the games begin, it takes nine months to have a baby or win the Stanley Cup. The L.A Kings and the New Jersey Devils are in their third trimester, hoping that any day now they will become proud parents of the coveted trophy.
Once the games begin, it takes nine months to have a baby or win the Stanley Cup. The L.A Kings and the New Jersey Devils are in their third trimester, hoping that any day now they will become proud parents of the coveted trophy. The Cup itself weighs about the same as a four year old which makes for a fun kids party game to practice your hoisting skills. Here are 9 more ways the Stanley Cup Finals compare to having a baby:
Because Everyone has Opinions on the Best Way to Get it
Everyone on the outside is of course qualified to tell you what you are doing wrong and what exercise, acupuncturist or power play formation holds the secret.
Because Everyone Wants to Put their Hands on it
It's supposed to be bad luck for players to touch the Cup unless they have won it. This rule should also apply to total strangers who think its okay to reach out and rub the belly of any pregnant woman who walks by.
Because it Needs Lots of Gear to go Anywhere
Stanley's car seat-stroller combo involves two metal-wheeled cases lined with purple crushed velvet. Lets hope it also comes with a hook to hold your purse.
Because it Has No Name When you Get it
Good luck trying to leave the hospital without finalizing the official naming paper work for your new arrival. Stanley is more easy going and doesnt get engraved with the names of the winners until almost a year later.
Because You Will Have False Alarms
In the ninth month it could happen at any moment especially a few times which you imagine only in your head. Getting sent back home for another three games or another three centimeters is never fun.
Because It's Gonna Hurt
The best we can all hope for is that when the big day comes it does not involve too many stitches.
Because You Need Clean Hands
Its best to wash your hands or wear white gloves when handling a newborn or Stanley. Both will eventually end up covered in poop, beer or a variety of other substances, so enjoy the purity while you can.
Because Visiting Hours are Strict
Depending on where your baby is born, there may only be a few close relatives allowed in at a time. And no, Mr. Sheen you will not be let back in reeking of smoke!
Because It Needs a Nanny
Extra help with a newborn is a blessing and will keep you from growing a playoff beard. Stanley has a full-time guardian Phil Pritchard, who supervises the Cup during lively play-dates with each of the winning players. Phil is known to keep Cheerios and wipes on hand at all times.
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It takes nine months to have a baby or win the Stanley Cup
Lena and Jules
Lena Sutherland and Jules Mancuso are creators and hosts of WhileTheMenWatch, a first-of-its-kind, sports talk show for women. As best friends married to sports addicted men, they began streaming live commentary during the game from a female perspective. Soon, thousands of women were tuned into to join their "girl talk" style banter during hockey, football, baseball, golf and beyond. Their lively show follows everything from interpreting the rules of the game to coaches in need of a makeover. Lena and Jules have partnered with CBC to deliver their unique play-by-play for each game of the 2012 Stanley Cup Finals on WhileTheMenWatch Hockey Night.
