Hayley Wickenheiser

Date sent: February 19th, 2011
Date received: February 28th, 2011
Total time: 40 days
Total players responses: 96
Total 2011 responses: 91

Hayley Wickenheiser, is probably the best female hockey player to have played the game.  Currently playing for the University of Calgary, she has represented Canada many times.  She's captured gold three times and silver once, along with being named tournament MVP twice.  Hayley gave me a card which said "Michael,  all the best".  

Charline Labonte

Date sent: February 9th, 2011
Date received: February 28th, 2011
Total time: 19 days
Total players responses: 95
Total 2011 responses: 90

Charline Labonte is the first woman that responded to my fan mail!  She played as the third goaltender in the Vancouver 2010 Olympics, and has represented Canada numerous times.  She currently plays for the McGill Martlets and is studying for a degree in Physical Education.  Along with this signed card, she attached a second card which was autographed, and a letter thanking me for my letter. 

Curtis Joseph

Date sent: January 16th, 2011
Date received: February 28th, 2011
Total time: 43 days
Total players responses: 94
Total 2011 responses: 89

Curtis Joseph, nicknamed Cujo, was an undrafted goalie who played for teams such as the Leafs, Flames and Oilers.  Joseph played about 950 games, with 454 wins and 352 losses.  He helped Canada win medals, 3 gold and 2 silvers.  Curtis officially announced his retirement from the NHL in January 2010.   

Cam Janssen

Received IP: February 27th, 2011
Total players responses: 93
Total 2011 responses: 88

Cam Janssen, one of the tough guys for St.Louis Blues.  Another hounder called over to him and said "Hey! Do you have some time to sign some stuff?", to which he replied, "Aww! I gotta walk all the way over there?".  The hounder responded by saying he'd fight him if he signed some stuff.  He graciously signed my card, but jokingly said "Oh! I gotta sign these f***in' cards!".  Thanks Cam for not beating us up. 

Ian White

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 92
Total 2011 responses: 87

Ian White signed for us, a former Flames player, whom was traded to Toronto along with Jamal Mayers and others for Dion Phaneuf.  Solid defenseman, but obviously now plays for the San Jose Sharks.  Thanks for signing Ian!

Devin Setoguchi

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 91
Total 2011 responses: 86

Devin Setoguchi is a half Japanese player (most likely one of a few in the NHL).  He made his emergence in the the pro ranks in 2005 when he was drafted 8th overall. During the 08-09 season, he was put on a line most of the time with Joe Thornton and Patrick Marleau, not bad!  Thanks for signing Devin. 

Kyle Wellwood

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 90
Total 2011 responses: 85

Kyle Wellwood, formerly a Vancouver Canucks, is a skillful two-way center with great hands.  He's great a deking players within close corridors, but while in Vancouver, his fitness was in question.  Good player and one of the Sharks who signed for us. 

Jamal Mayers

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 89
Total 2011 responses: 84

Jamal Mayers formerly played for the Calgary Flames, and was drafted by the St.Louis Blues in 1993.  Jamal, I suspect, is one of those hard working, two way players of the NHL.  He was one of the players that was involved in the Dion Phaneuf trade which brought him over to Toronto.  Thanks for signing Jamal, I really like your sig!

Dany Heatley

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 88
Total 2011 responses: 83

Dany Heatley signed this jersey card for me in blue.  I really love the way it turned out, as it wasn't that blotchy ink look with the black pen.  I think I'll have to buy a few blue pens so I can start signing with them.  Dany is a great canadian hockey player, whom helped Team Canada win gold at the 2010 Olympics.  Thanks Dany!

Jason Demers

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 87
Total 2011 responses: 82

Jason Demers is one of the younger players on the Sharks, having being drafted in the 2008 entry draft.  At 22 years of age, jason stands at 6'1 and weighs 185 lbs.  Jason was one of the nice players to have signed for us, Although I wouldn't be able to tell it was his autograph if he didn't have the number 60 there.  Keep up the great work Jason!

Patrick Marleau

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 86
Total 2011 responses: 81

Super nice Marleau/Heatley card.  My intentions were to get them both signed, but after getting Marleau to sign it first, I really didn't like the way the ink held on the card, so I went a different direction and got Heatley to sign another card.  I have another dual card that I hope to get Kesler and Burrows to sign when they're in town!

Logan Couture

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 85
Total 2011 responses: 80

Logan is having a breakout year this year, currently on pace for about 57 points.  He was one of many nice San Jose players to sign autographs for us waiting.  Although the ink didn't turn out so well, it's still a nice signature!

Dan Boyle

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 84
Total 2011 responses: 79

Dan Boyle!  One of the first signers from San Jose to come and sign for us waiting.  He was extremely nice and signed everything that everyone had (for the record, I only had one item, whereas others had 3 - 4 items!).  Definitely one of the top defensemen in the league as he played for Team Canada in the Olympics.  Thanks for signing Dan!

Mark Giordano

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 83
Total 2011 responses: 78

Mark Giordano, my first autograph from him, was a nice one.  I don't have many cards from him, but I'll definitely go back and get some more autographs from him.  It's a nice, big signature and he spent more time (than others) making sure it was nice.  Thanks Mark!

Cory Sarich

Received IP: February 25th, 2011
Total players responses: 82
Total 2011 responses: 77

My second Cory Sarich autograph this month!  My friend and I had gone to get some Flames autographs, looking more for Iggy, but Sarich came out and was willing to sign.  Thanks Cory!

Bryan McCabe

Date sent: January 1st, 2011
Date received: February 24th, 2011
Total time: 28 days
Total players responses: 81
Total 2011 responses: 76

Bryan McCabe is the current captain of the Florida Panthers.  He initially drafted by the New York Islanders, and went on to play for various teams including the Canucks, Hawks and Leafs.  As a junior, he won gold medal for Team Canada in the four years he was representing them.  Bryan signed my card quickly in just under 30 days!

Steve Larmer

Date sent: February 8th, 2011
Date received: February 23rd, 2011
Total time: 15 days
Total players responses: 80
Total 2011 responses: 75

Drafted 120th overall in the 1980 entry draft, Steve racked up many points in his 15 years of NHL hockey.  In 1006 games played, he had 1012 points, including an additional 131 points in the playoffs.  He was also a member of the 1991 Canada Cup for Team Canada and led the entire competition in goals and only second behind Gretzky in points.  Thanks Steve, for helping Canada win the tournament!

Milan Lucic

Received IP: February 22nd, 2011
Total players responses: 79
Total 2011 responses: 74

Milan is a native Vancouver boy, but has definitely made a name for himself in the NHL.  He's a big guy standing at 6'4 and 220lbs.  He is known as a big power forward and always willing to drop the gloves with whoever is ready to fight.  I think Milan had gone to the bus, then gone back into the hotel, only to come back out, and from what I heard, he signed for everyone that wanted his autograph the first time (I guess I had seen him only the second time).  

David Krejci

Received IP: February 22nd, 2011
Total players responses: 78
Total 2011 responses: 73

David Krejci signed my card as well as many other peoples'.  David is currently 2nd in Bruins' scoring with 9 goals and 43 points.  He'll surely be relied on when the Bruins' make their playoff push to try and win the Stanley Cup.  Too bad he didn't sign his full name, but I'm still happy with it!

Mark Recchi

Received IP: February 22nd, 2011
Total players responses: 77
Total 2011 responses: 72

Yes! I got Mark Recchi from the Boston Bruins in person.  Mark, was one of the few players who signed for us hounders.  Mark is one of those veteran players who would provide great leadership on and off the ice, as well as putting up some decent numbers.  Thanks Mark!

Steve Mason

Date sent: January 16th, 2011
Date received: February 22nd, 2011
Total time: 37 days
Total players responses: 76
Total 2011 responses: 71

Steve Mason currently plays for the Columbus Blue Jackets, the same team that drafted him in the 2006 entry draft.  He was drafted 69th overall.  Steve also played for Team Canada in the Czech Republic in 2008, where they had won gold.  Thanks for the auto Steve!

Ryan Kesler

Date sent: November 17th, 2010
Date received: February 21st, 2011
Total time: 65 days
Total players responses: 75
Total 2011 responses: 70

Yay! I got a Ryan Kesler autograph!  This year has been a career year for Ryan, as he's stopped running his mouth and started to run up his point total.  He's a 2nd line center, but would definitely be a 1st line center if the Sedins were not on the Canucks.  Ryan has progressively been more and more important to the Canucks every year he has been with the team.  I love the nice dark autograph on the card.  Thanks Ryan!

Tomas Plekanec

Received IP: February 19th, 2011
Total players responses: 74
Total 2011 responses: 69

I managed to chase down Tomas Plekanec just after their practice at McMahon Stadium here in Calgary.  He was heading down to the parking lot when a bunch of us waiting for autographs/pictures saw him try and get away.  Nice try Tomas, but you can't get away!  Unfortunately, everyone else had just taken the regular path to the bus and ignored us :(.  That's probably the best way to avoid us asking for your autograph. 

P.K. Subban

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 73
Total 2011 responses: 68

P.K. Subban is one of the young stars in the game today.  He obviously plays for the Canadiens and signed my playoff rookie card of him.  I really wish I had a thicker marker than the thin tip sharpie I had, but I guess you live and learn!

Carey Price

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 72
Total 2011 responses: 67

Finally! I got Carey to sign my card, and like the few people who signed for us before, Carey was willing to take pictures and sign for all.  I'm really happy with this, as the pen was nice and thick... I can't remember if he had his own pen or I had my own.  Thanks Carey, for being so nice!

Brian Gionta

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 71
Total 2011 responses: 66

I guess I have some really bad timing, as a lot of the teams I'm starting to get IP autographs from I had sent months ago are starting to come in.  I got Brian's autograph today and he was very good, taking pictures with everyone and signing whatever people had.  A key player in the Canadien's success, although he's quite a short player, on NHL standards.  I was even taller than him and I'm about 5'8!

Lars Eller

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 70
Total 2011 responses: 65

The Canadiens are in town and I was able to get a few Canadiens' autographs today.  Many of them didn't sign, but about 5 of them were willing to, although I don't blame the rest who didn't since it was really cold out today.  Luckily I got who I wanted!  Thanks for signing Lars.  The picture is a bit crooked, so maybe I'll try to re-scan it later on.

Matt Stajan

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 69
Total 2011 responses: 64

I had just received Matt Stajan's autograph earlier this month and of course, I was able to get his autograph IP.  Anyways, Matt, along with many of the Flames, were willing to sign for me and a few others.  It was great for my first Flames session!

Robyn Regehr

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 68
Total 2011 responses: 63

Robyn signed this card for me, except that after I had received it back, I accidentally touched it with my finger and smudged the top part of the auto with my finger.  Darn, but that just means that I'll have to go back and get him to sign more for me! 

Cory Sarich

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 67
Total 2011 responses: 62

Cory Sarich is a defenseman for the Flames.   He was initially drafted 27th overall by the Buffalo Sabers in the 1996 entry draft.  He currently has 12 points this season, and formerly was the leading iron man of the NHL.  Thanks for signing Cory!  

Alex Tanguay

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 66
Total 2011 responses: 61

Alex Tanguay was the first player I had gotten today.  He pulled over, rolled down the window and said "Who needs autographs, gotta be quick cuz I need to go to the doctors office!".  So the rest of the hounders and I ran over and quickly got his autograph!  Well worth the wait in the negative temperature!

Brendan Morrison

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 65
Total 2011 responses: 60

Brendan signed this card for me while I was asking the Flames for their autograph.  I remember him best while being 1/3 of the West Coast Express, along side Naslund and Bertuzzi.  Unfortunately, my sharpie wasn't that great and I think I really will need to invest into a better marker that gives a deep color. 

Jay Bouwmeester

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 64
Total 2011 responses: 59

Jay Bouwmeester signed my card, although I think the pen I used wasn't worn down enough.  I'll have to try and wear down the sharpie before I get the players to sign again in the future.  It was neat to see all them though!  

Jarome Iginla

Received IP: February 18th, 2011
Total players responses: 63
Total 2011 responses: 58

I had a great IP session today, although it was freezing out!  The Heritage Classic is being held in Calgary this year, and hopefully it'll be a great matchup!  The Flames came out of practice, much later than anticipated, as I suspect that they had a lot of media to deal with talking about the Classic.  I got Jarome to sign this card, initially with silver, but didn't show up clear enough, so I politely asked him to resign it in black.  Looks good! Thanks Iggy. 

Luke Richardson

Date sent: February 3rd, 2011
Date received: February 18th, 2011
Total time: 15 days
Total players responses: 62
Total 2011 responses: 57

Luke Richardson is the current assistant coach of the struggling Ottawa Senators, coincidentally the last team he had played for.  I had sent Luke a few dollars to donate to a charity of his choice because he was sponsoring one (I can't remember which one), due to the recent passing of his daughter.  Good luck Luke, and thanks for quickly responding to my letter.

Shawn Horcoff

Date sent: January 26th, 2011
Date received: February 18th, 2011
Total time: 23 days
Total players responses: 61
Total 2011 responses: 56

Shawn Horcoff is the current captain of the young Edmonton Oilers squad.  Selected 99th overall, Shawn has spent his entire career in Edmonton.  A solid player, with decent numbers, he's more than capable of leading this team to success in the future.  Thanks for the auto Shawn, your pen needs new ink.

Victor Hedman

Date sent: January 31th, 2011
Date received: February 17th, 2011
Total time: 17 days
Total players responses: 60
Total 2011 responses: 55

Victor Hedman is a 6'6 defenseman for the Tampa Bay Lightning.  I had first seen Victor play for Team Sweden in the World Juniors where he took home two silver medals.  He's a great, young player and is only going to get better with more experience.  

Nikolai Kulemin

Date sent: January 19th, 2011
Date received: February 17th, 2011
Total time: 29 days
Total players responses: 59
Total 2011 responses: 54

Selected 44th overall in the 2nd round of the 2006 entry draft, Nikolai has been a good addition for the Maple Leafs.  He recently signed a two year contract worth about 5 million.  If only I had that type of money...I'd have 5 million dollars! Yay!

Henrik Zetterberg

Date sent: January 15th, 2011
Date received: February 17th, 2011
Total time: 33 days
Total players responses: 58
Total 2011 responses: 53

Henrik Zetterberg is one of the premier players in the NHL.  He plays for the Detroit Red Wings along with Pavel Datsyuk.  Drafted 210th overall in 1999 (fantastic drafting by the Red Wings!), Henrik has played his entire career with the Wings.  Some of the awards he's won include Calder Trophy, Conn Smythe Trophy, Stanley Cup and Viking Award.  Great player, but be sure to only send him one card at a time! I definitely need another auto from this great superstar.

Dave Reid

Date sent: February 3rd, 2011
Date received: February 17th, 2011
Total time: 14 days
Total players responses: 57
Total 2011 responses: 52

Dave Reid is the current GM of the Peterbrough Petes in the OHL.  He has played for the Bruins, Leafs, Stars and Avalanche during his 17 year career in the NHL.  Nice signature from a very quick TTM'er.  Thanks Dave!

Semyon Varlamov

Date sent: January 15th, 2011
Date received: February 15th, 2011
Total time: 31 days
Total players responses: 56
Total 2011 responses: 51

Semyon Varlamov currently plays in net for the Washington Capitals.  He made his NHL debut on December 13, 2008, winning 2 - 1 vs the Montreal Canadiens.  He was selected to be part of the Vancouver 2010 olympics for Team Russia as the third goaltender behind Evgeni Nabokov and Ilya Bryzgalov.  

Tony Granato

Date sent: January 26th, 2011
Date received: February 15th, 2011
Total time: 20 days
Total players responses: 55
Total 2011 responses: 50

Tony is the current assistant coach of the Pittsburgh Penguins.  He played in the NHL for 13 years for the NY Rangers, LA Kings and SJ Sharks.  In 1997, Tony received the Bill Masterton Memorial Trophy, awarded to the player who best exemplifies the qualities of perseverance, sportsmanship, and dedication to ice hockey.  Thanks Tony!

Adam Oates

Date sent: January 26th, 2011
Date received: February 14th, 2011
Total time: 19 days
Total players responses: 54
Total 2011 responses: 49

Adam Oates is currently an assistant coach for the NJ Devils, and was largely known as a play making center.  He had more assists than any other player in the 90's other than Wayne Gretzky.  As good as Adam Oates was, he never got to raise the Stanley Cup.  He is currently eligible for the HHOF, but still has not been inducted.  Good luck Adam!

Basil McRae

Date sent: January 20th, 2011
Date received: February 14th, 2011
Total time: 25 days
Total players responses: 53
Total 2011 responses: 48

All I can really tell you is that he was in the Mighty Ducks movie with Mike Modano.  Really, to be honest, the only reason why I had sent him an autograph.  Thanks Basil, I'm sure you were an awesome hockey player!

Matt Stajan

Date sent: January 20th, 2011
Date received: February 14th, 2011
Total time: 25 days
Total players responses: 52
Total 2011 responses: 47

Matt currently plays for the Calgary Flames after having had been on the Toronto Maple Leafs.  He was involved in the trade which brought Dion Phaneuf to TO. He currently has 25 points in 52 games with the Flames this season.

Brett Hull

Date sent: January 26th, 2011
Date received: February 14th, 2011
Total time: 19 days
Total players responses: 51
Total 2011 responses: 46

Brett Hull is a Canadian born American and Team USA member.  He is related to Bobby Hull and Dennis Hull.  Winning countless trophies and records, Hull is a fantastic TTM signer.  Not much is needed to say about his fantastic shot!

Jonathan Cheechoo

Date sent: January 15th, 2011
Date received: February 14th, 2011
Total time: 30 days
Total players responses: 50
Total 2011 responses: 45

Rocket Richard winner.  Sharks franchise record holder for goals in a season, powerplay goals in a season and hat tricks in a season.  NHL all-star player. Named to the AHL All-rookie team.  Where is Jonathan Cheechoo now?  He's in the AHL with the Worcester Sharks.  Maybe one of these days he'll return to form...

Zac Dalpe

Received: February 12th, 2011
Total players responses: 49
Total 2011 responses: 44

I went to a local hobby store today to pick up some new cards and decided I wanted to see what these spx cards were all about.  I got 3 packs for 30 dollars, kinda expensive.  I pulled out Zac Dalpe, current player of the Carolina Hurricanes, drafted 45th overall.  And... that's all I can really tell you about him.  Happy Hockey Day in Canada for all you folks!

Francois Beauchemin

Received IP: February 11th, 2011
Total players responses: 48
Total 2011 responses: 43

The ducks are in town!  I only got Francois' autograph because the ducks all had to quickly run off somewhere.  Ryan Getzlaf had signed only a few people, but the rest of the team walked straight to the bus.  I'm hoping I'll be able to get more of the Ducks sometime in the future!  Thanks for stopping and signing Francois! 

Brian Gionta

Date sent: January 12th, 2011
Date received: February 11th, 2011
Total time: 30 days
Total players responses: 47
Total 2011 responses: 42

I had received Brian's autograph a few days earlier this week, and another great return from a great player.  If you'd like to take at the other post, click here! The autograph is nice, but the 21 is smudged, fudge!