HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!
And thank you from the staff of Point Blank
With an Islanders game tomorrow and family flight early Christmas Eve, I wanted to take the time to wish you the happiest and healthiest of holiday seasons.
It is all of you that have made Point Blank the success it has become in three short months. I continue to be blown away by the response to this blog. Not a day goes by when I don’t hear from someone in my past with a friend who was reading Point Blank off their Blackberry – or on the desktop next to them at work.
Whether you are one of the hundreds of regular Comment-ators or one of the thousands stopping by the site several times daily, thank you, thank you, thank you.
Who knows what the second half will bring for the Islanders, but no matter what it’s on me to keep you engaged in the blog. Here’s an idea – I’ll make up some trade rumors! Just kidding.
My hunch is that whatever the team’s record, there will be plenty to write about. Stick with Point Blank and we’ll do our best to earn your clicks.
After Tuesday’s game, I’ll be away for a while but I will have a few posts from the road. In addition, B.D. Gallof has been recalled to carry the day on any breaking news and also coverage of the Islanders’ games on Friday against Toronto and on Saturday in Buffalo.
The quantity and quality of Comments, the emails, the links from fellow bloggers, the sheer volume of numbers of Visits, spreading the word around to other hockey fans about Point Blank…my gratitude to all of you is endless.
From my family to yours, Happy Holidays!
CB
82 Responses to HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL!
And thank you from the staff of Point Blank
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1) Same to you and yours Chris. This blog is popular because of its quality. Keep up the great work!
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mm30 says:
HAPPY HOLIDAYS CB! This is the first site I hit every morning and it is the premiere source for Islanders info. Keep up the great work and as I am sure you know it will be a crazy 09.
Best wishes!
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Joey303 says:
Merry Christmas CB – Happy and healthy to all of us die-hards, and all that are not. We all have Islander blood in us, we will get there. 2015 here we come !!!
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EdTurner says:
I trust you will send each of us a post card?
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Joe says:
Happy Holidays to you to, CB. I always try to post links on hockeyfights.com to stories and whatnot, hope I got you a couple of fans out of it haha.
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Happy/Safe/Healthy Holidays to you and Family and all the great NYI fans everywhere !!
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rb says:
CB: You got an honorable mention in Phil Mushnick’s column today…coutesy of The New York Post:
If the NHL show hosted by Don La Greca and Chris Botta on 1050-ESPN (mostly heard before Ranger pregames, as it was Saturday night) were about baseball or football, it would be known and valued as one of the most informative and intelligent on local radio.
Along the same lines, Isle defenseman Andy SuttonAndy Sutton , important player, broke his foot, Friday night in Minnesota. But the next morning, not a word about it during WFAN updates, nor on info crawls on MSG, the IslandersNew York Islanders ‘ TV network.
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ISLESFAN999 says:
HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO ALL ISLES FANS!!!
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Mike from Oceanside says:
Boun Natale, CB. (That’s “Merry Christmas” in Italian)
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jax says:
Have a safe & happy one. Keep up the goodwork.
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Lorne Myers says:
Happy Holidays CB to you and your family. Love the updates and here is hoping for Tavares in June 2009.
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guerin13 says:
merry christmas and a happy boxing day chris. thanks for providing the very badly needed coverage of the isles that you provide!
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mtrico says:
Merry Christmas Chris. Thanks for all the great work.
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Mike from OC, its BUON.
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islesfaninNC says:
Hey CB….Merry Christmas & Happy new year to you….It like you are part of my family! You have made my move here in NC alot easier with your Accurate information and I thank you for that. I will be going to the Isles/hurricanes game here in feb(i think). Hoping we could meet! Please enjoy the Holidays with your “other” family!
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Willis says:
Thanks CB and Happy Holidays to you and everybody else here. Here’s hoping 2009 is the best yet!!:)
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Vlad from Brooklyn says:
S Prazdikami!!! That is Happy Holydays in Russian. To you, CB, and to all Islanders fans (starts with PointBlank guys). Spend it safe and well and try to enjoy it. I’ll be at the Barn on tuesday to rule for our beloved team.
I might be wrong, but, in my opinion, Isles are blessed with a huge number of passionate fans who cares about them a LOT. So, to you guys – be safe, happy, and a lot of health to you and to your families. And don’t give up! -
MilburyRuinedMyLife says:
Chris,
Thanks for the blog–it’s the greatest thing to happen to Isles fans in the last 25 years.
Since you mention Blackberry surfers in your entry, I do have one request: is there any way to do a Blackberry frindly lo-res version of the blog for those of us who are constantly checking in on the road? HFBoards offer this option and its fantastic. Please look into this as I don’t think it’s a major fix.
Happy Holidays!
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Danny from VA Beach says:
I wish everyone the BEST of all holiday seasons, whatever it is that you celebrate!!!!!!!!!!!!
I rarely post, but read multiple times, daily!
Been a fan since my young days, taking lessons and then playing reck and then on “green machne at the MVMC:)
Hopefully things will once again be like the late 70′s and 80′s SOMEDAY—-keep the faith—–go “wild turkey honey–DELICIOUS.
Here’s some more “hit ‘em in the crosby” for those that want more!
http://sports.yahoo.com/nhl/blog/puck_daddy/post/With-Crosby-disregard-NHL-obviously-endorses-ge;_ylt=AmrTkLA5qBixamOjBJIC13k5nYcB?urn=nhl,130785 -
frank nyc says:
Your awesome Chris
Best sports Blog around in any of
the 4 majors
Merry Christmas
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matt says:
Happy Holidays CB great job!!!
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sorry about all my typos,
I meant green machine and NVMC,
damn wild turkey,
peace to all,
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Hurrapop says:
Thanks CB, Happy Holidays and best wishes to you and your family…
Same goes out to the rest of the Isle fans… take it easy guys, we’re all in this mess together… I’m just saying
*MilburyRuinedMyLife – this website doesn’t work with Blackberry??? I’ve been coming here on my piece of
Sidekick LX and it’s great, no errors and everything works. Reason I’m asking is because I’m thinking of switching to a real phone like a Blackberry… P.S. MilburyRuinedMyLifeToo!! -
Rick says:
Happy Holidays to you & yours CB – you’ve definitely created a monster!
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CB – Thank you. A necessary blog for a recognition-hungry franchise and it’s great die-hard fans. And my homepage.
Happy Holidays.
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DavidNYC says:
First you introduced the concept of the Blog Box and now your Point Blank blog. You understand how to keep a loyal fan base engaged through thick and thin. You are a pioneer in social media and as a die-hard Isles fan, thank you for giving me one more reason to procrastinate at work each and every day
Happy holidays and let’s go Isles!
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C. Felix says:
Happy Festivus to you and yours Mr. Botta!
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dalcy says:
Chris, dig the sly pot shots at Eklund. now who exactly is that dude!? you gotta know.
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valentino says:
Chris
Your post and updates are the only thing NY Islanders related to look forward to!
Happy Holidays !
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Mike from Queens says:
Enjoy the celebrations of converted pagan holidays and retrofitted Judaic observances.
It’s all about family.
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isles72 says:
merry xmas cb
hopefully gallof doesnt get a lower body injury while being called up to the big leagues
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Dallas MacDonald says:
Best site on the internet. A big Cape Breton happy holidays CB. Chris Botta and Cape Breton….both CB’S…..Go Islanders. Hey Cape Breton Island and Long Island both Islanders small world….hehe..lol
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BP says:
The very best of holidays to you and yours. PointBlank is my first “click” every day.
The OFFICIAL Islander website is so old news compared to your up to the minute stuff.
Relax and enjoy your holiday.We will be in 340E as usual,being patient!(Tell Jaffe)LOL -
bCarey says:
guaranteed my employer hates this blog. merry christmas CB, and thanks.
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IslesFan in Bkny says:
Very Happy Holidays CB! PointBlank is my Lighthouse, till we get a real one in Long Island!Thank you for countless updates and invaluable insights on my no matter what favorite team. Go Islanders and happy holidays to everybody!
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GP says:
Chris,
Thanks for Point Blank (II, I guess) and Happy Holidays to you and yours! Better days are ahead for the Isles… PLEASE! -
Scott, East Meadow Long Island says:
Have a happy, healthy holidays!
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I don’t comment regularly but read as much as I can. You’ve done a great job with it.
Happy Holidays to you and your family, CB.
-B
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Mike from Philly says:
Happy Holidays to you and your family C.B. Your hardwork and passion for this team does not go unnoticed. Your webite has become something we all looking forward to reading everyday. As always…Lets Go Islanders!
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dmen77 says:
Happy Holidays to you Chris, your family as well.
I hope Santa is very good to you. Santa has already been very good to us bringing you and this site to us diehard Islanders fans.
Good or bad, and it’s been very bad lately, it’s always a pleasure to read your blogs on a more-than-once-a-day basis.
Lets hope this losing year has a silver lining to it and next holiday season we are thinking of making some serious noise in the playoffs.
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beatlebailey says:
Happy Holidays to CB and everybody!…
with the exception of the following:
The current NY Rangers
Past New York Rangers
All of the stinkin Rangers fans!
..and Mike Milbury…Bah Humbug!
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doc says:
Happy Holiday all!!!
Health, Prosperity and Happiness for this and every year!
DOC
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Chris A says:
Happy holidays to you CB and to all my fellow Islander fans!
May peace be with you all!
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Dan from Westchester says:
This blog is one of the best parts of being an Isles fan these days!
Thanks CB for all your efforts and for keeping us fans on top of what’s REALLY going on with our favorite team.
Happy holidays to all!
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pecaisgod says:
Thanks so much for this blog. It makes this season almost bearable.
Happy holidays for you and yours.
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Brian from Massapequa says:
CB – A Merry Christmas to you and yours! I hope your kids experience all the joy that Christmas should be. And hey, maybe we will get our first win of December tomorrow night as an early present. To BD and all the readers and commenters, I hope you have a peaceful and happy holiday season. We’re all is this together, because We’re All Islanders!
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Neil says:
I have no clue how I lived before this blog. None. Here’s to a great 2009, CB, to you and yours.
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303Joe says:
Happy Holidays to everyone!
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Jon says:
Happy holidays and New Year to all.
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Doug F. says:
Happy Holidays…CB…
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DanNOLA says:
Thank you Chris. Merry Christmas to all of my fellow Islanders fans. You all deserve great gifts and the best beer around. Ranger fans shall get nothing but coal and Natural Light.
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DINO says:
MERRY CHRISTMAS AND HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO EVERYONE…LETS CONTINUE TO LOSE SO WE CAN GET THAT GREAT XMAS PRESENT….TAVARES OR HEDMAN..
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MiKe says:
All I want is the 2009 #1 pick.
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…oh yeah, and Mitch Fritz in the lineup EVERY night!
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UIF says:
Happy Holidays all. Great blog, CB, and it’s fun talking hockey with everyone.
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Cool picture too, by the way. What is that from?
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Uncle Jr says:
thank you thank you thank you TO YOU CHRIS …. your dedication and love for this team is unmatched …. Merry Christmas to you and yours. Lets Go Islanders !
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"Dissolutioned Brian" in VA! says:
Happy Holidays CB!
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TuxTax says:
Merry ChrismaKwanzUkkah to All!!! Off to the Caribbean where the only ice will be in my Pina Colada
Hopefully there will be internet access to get to my favorite site on the interwebs…Let’s Go Islanders! -
Lappy13 says:
Chris, Thank you for putting together a great product that is dedicated to our team. You do a great job and keep up the good work. Hope you and your family have a wonder holiday season and happy new year.
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Ryan says:
CB, I hope you and your family have a happy and safe holiday, and that goes for everyone reading these comments…Chris you really do an amazing job with this blog, it’s my main source for everything Islanders, I’ve don’t even visit the Islanders website as frequent!!
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Isles fan in CA says:
CB: Happy Holidays to you and your family. I’m addicted to your blog! Thanks for always keeping me in the Islander loop. To all my fellow Isles fans…Happy Holidays!! Heading back to the Island to see my family, friends and the ISLES!! Can’t wait!!
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Kristie says:
Merry Christmas!
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Isles316 says:
Happy Holidays guys and girls. Thanks for the great website CB, Happy Holidays to everyone.
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All the best to everyone this holiday season. Hopefully next year will see us progress even further on the path to Cup #5.
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Chris H says:
Happy Holidays to all of you and your families. CB – have a great vacation!!!
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Dave says:
Happy Holidays to everyone! Thanks Chris for this awesome website. For everyone a blessed and prosperous New Year. Let’s Go Islanders…
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I’m wondering when B.D. is going to make his Alexander Haig “I’m in charge now” first post of the holidays.
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Ryan says:
Merry Christmas, CB, and congratulations on all your success over the last three months. It’s always pleasant to watch a prospect the Islanders developed (twenty years of development in this case) make it in the Bigs.
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Gary says:
Chis:
Nice to get the truth as to what’s going on with the Islanders rather than the secretive garbage coming from the Islanders front office. You tell it like it is. That is why you have the great following you have. Keep up the good reporting and Happy Holidays to you & your family.
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Jimmy Sparx says:
Merry Christmas Chris……….. You have a staff……..lol.
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Back at Ya CB!! “Merry Christmas to the Botta’s” !!
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Darren says:
Happy Holidays Chris and keep up the GREAT work!
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JohnnyC. says:
Hey Chris,
Happy Holidays & thanks for my Isles fix. Here are 2 rumors
X-mass on Dec 25 (E5):)))
New Years on Jan 1 (E5) ))) -
Scott from Newburgh says:
Happy Holidays to you and your family Chirs. Maybe Santa can give us a win.
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DP's Hips says:
Merry Christmas and peace and gooswill to all manking…..and our team’s braintrust as well.
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PreOriginal says:
After metsblog, best blog in the region!
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Steve says:
Happy Holidays to you Chris and your family….Great job with the site.
Here’s to getting Tavares and having a healthy 2009-10 season…and getting that Lighthouse Project Done!!!!! -
Travelchic59 says:
All the best to you and your family, CB. May your Holidays be Merry and Bright. Have a Safe, Healthy and Happy New Year and see you in ’09.
Thanks for the wonderful work you do with this blog everyday. This reader truly appreciates your efforts.
Happy holidays to you to, Chris. Thanks for the great blog!