Good luck!
Question 1
Won a Stanley Cup with the Golden Knights…
A) Nate Schmidt
B) Deryk Engelland
C) Tomas Hertl
D) William Carrier
Question 2
Has never won a Stanley Cup…
A) James Neal
B) Nate Schmidt
C) David Perron
D) Brandon Saad
Question 3
Has won multiple Stanley Cups…
A) Mark Stone
B) Reilly Smith
C) Alex Pietrangelo
D) Jonathan Marchessault
Question 4
Has been to multiple Cup Finals…
A) Noah Hanifin
B) Tomas Nosek
C) Max Pacioretty
D) Nic Hague
Question 5
Has never reached the Stanley Cup Final…
A) Teddy Blueger
B) Tomas Hertl
C) Noah Hanifin
D) Nick Cousins
Question 6
Has not scored a game-winning goal in a Stanley Cup Final…
A) Nic Roy
B) Reilly Smith
C) William Karlsson
D) Jonathan Marchessault
Question 7
Has not scored multiple goals in a Stanley Cup Final game…
A) Tomas Nosek
B) Jonathan Marchessault
C) Chandler Stephenson
D) Ivan Barbashev
Question 8
Has not scored a goal in the Stanley Cup Final…
A) Jack Eichel
B) Alex Pietrangelo
C) Nic Hague
D) Ryan Reaves
Question 9
Scored a shorthanded goal in the Stanley Cup Final
A) William Karlsson
B) Reilly Smith
C) Chandler Stephenson
D) Mark Stone
Question 10
Has not appeared as a backup in a Stanley Cup Final game…
A) Marc-Andre Fleury
B) Jonathan Quick
C) Logan Thompson
D) Maxime Lagace
Donald J Trump
Has not won a Nobel Peace Prize, but has been nominated several time.
BREAKING
The government of Pakistan said Friday it would nominate President Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize while lauding his contributions to global peace.
Last month, the Trump administration intervened in a brief conflict between India and Pakistan after the former struck the latter in what it described as retaliatory strikes, killing dozens.
“At a moment of heightened regional turbulence, President Trump demonstrated great strategic foresight and stellar statesmanship through robust diplomatic engagement with both Islamabad and New Delhi which de-escalated a rapidly deteriorating situation, ultimately securing a ceasefire and averting a broader conflict between the two nuclear states that would have had catastrophic consequences for millions of people in the region and beyond,” the government of Pakistan wrote in a Friday statement on the social media platform X.
After Pakistan announced the nomination, Trump shared a grim outlook on his chances of obtaining recognition from an international award for conflict intervention hours after securing a treaty between Rwanda and the Congo.
“No, I won’t get a Nobel Peace Prize no matter what I do, including Russia/Ukraine, and Israel/Iran, whatever those outcomes may be, but the people know, and that’s all that matters to me!” Trump wrote in a Friday Truth Social post.
Should be a shoe in, since Obama the guy from Kenya won in 2009 for doing virtually NOTHING.
TS
HAHA!! Trump was ” nominated” by HIMSELF!! He ALSO pushed for his orange head on Mt Rushmore!!
The self-elevating, grandiose KING thinks he’s an absolute Genius!! He truly believes he is a GOD among Mortals! I bet he wants to be mummified, as Stalin was, so he can be IMMORTAL, TOO!! ( Wonder where his ” Immortal Godliness ” would end up??Maralago banquet hall??.Hole 18 on one of his courses? The golf Clubhouse? Or maybe one of his FAV ” stalking spots”– fond memories, there! Best FAN Pick: The NATION’S CAPITOL Bldg, , where he REALLY made a name for himself!
VGK fan
Probably for ending the war in the Ukraine as promised.
TS
Vgk fan, Yup, especially that! He now says that he woulda, coulda stopped Putin’s invasion , but ONLY if he had been POTUS at the time. His infamous boast: ” these wars would NEVER have hpnd if I were POTUS!!”
Yeah, we can see how much Putin bows to King Trump now, as he murders more innocent Ukranians. Yeah, only King Trump
can fix it! Give the ” FIXER” that Nobel Prize, that HUGE orange head on Mt Rushmore! After all, he’s the Second Coming of the Messiah, as his Bible- Thumpers sing their praises! CULT MAGIC/ VOODOO8!!
Emmanuel
Supposedly Marner wants to take his time picking a team, will not sign 7/1.
Emmanuel
Instead of Marner why not make a run for both Ehlers & Marchand?
JB
Yes, makes more sense than Marner. About anything does!
Pistol Pete
You are nuts lol if you don’t think Marner is special! You don’t get amped up imagining him with Eichel? I give up! Anyways, there is the obvious concern about his postseason performance but do you really think he is the sole reason Toronto comes up short in the playoffs? Marner must have a degree of physicality to his game it’s why he’s so good defensively. The point is, Cassidy and McCrimmon are the ones to decide if the playoffs potential is there or not. More than likely they have decided it is. Get him on a different team in the right room with new teammates and coach.
JB
Not a question if Marner is special. It’s a question of what it would cost to get him and if he really would be right fit for the Knights.
Emmanuel
Vegas is 2 weeks away from producing enough cap space to build a Marner.
hdbiker7851
PP – not a good investment for those type of dollars. This has nothing to do with whether or not he’s a good player it’s simply a matter of bang for the buck – They would be better served signing the like of Bennett, Reinhart etc. probably at half the cost. Vegas doesn’t need a new shiny toy. They are too heavy in long big $$$$$$ contracts already.
Pistol Pete
hdbiker Florida extended Reinhart $8.625m eight years after winning their first Cup. Barkov and Bobrovsky are each $10m. Not sure how it is you think the VGK is top heavy in comparison. It will be interesting to see what Bennett gets from Florida or elsewhere. More than you imagine probably!
Pistol Pete
hdbiker7851 you are not doing your DD!
Barkov = $10m
Bobrovsky = $10m
Tkachuk = $9.5m
Like VGK three players around $10m actually more salary than the VGK these three ($1.2m more).
Plus:
Reinhart: $8.625m
Etc. etc.
As I state below you need to come to grips with the fact prices are going up with the cap. Four years into an eight year $12-13m tomorrow will look like today’s $8-9m.
Panther’s GM did a very good job populating his bottom six with depth priced players who work in his locker room while paying big money for his core, just what Vegas did to win in 2023. McCrimmon was forced to let a couple key players walk following the 2023-24 season. He is still in recovery mode.
knights fan in minny
marchand To old
Pistol Pete
Nope I think he’ll be impactful the rest of his ’30’s. He’s a unique player just don’t think McCrimmon wants to mess with a quite a lot of money for a short term. Spend it elsewhere younger more term.
TS
Marchand is the feistiest little player in the league, and boy, dud he EVER earn his huge paycheck! But….he IS too old to pay or sign him longterm, by ANY Team, ours included
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Pistol Pete
On the previous thread hdbiker7851 wrote:
“They (Florida) obviously have a knack for getting a lot without spending a ton.”
hdbiker7851, you might want to take a look at Florida’s spending on PuckPedia. Not a lot different than ours. All these top contenders push the cap to the limit. Bear in mind FLA’s cap space is currenty higher than the VGK because the substantial salaries Bennett and Ekblad are about to become UFA’s. You’ll see that including Ekblad that FLA has about the same number of $7m+ salaries as the VGK. Bobrovsky is $10m. What Florida did so well was filling out their bottom six with with the right players at depth player prices. All top teams strive to do this FLA just caught a break with the right personnel plus they made an astute trade for the $7m D Seth Jones and Nate Schmidt was good catch as well. Well done by management much like what Vegas has been good at over the years Florida just nailed it this season especially.
https://puckpedia.com/team/florida-panthers
https://puckpedia.com/team/vegas-golden-knights
Pistol Pete
(Sorry for the possible duplication. This site seems to not allow the posting of more than one link per post. Original had the link to PuckPedia VGK).
On the previous thread hdbiker7851 wrote:
“They (Florida) obviously have a knack for getting a lot without spending a ton.”
hdbiker7851, you might want to take a look at Florida’s spending on PuckPedia. Not a lot different than ours. All these top contenders push the cap to the limit. Bear in mind FLA’s cap space is currenty higher than the VGK because the substantial salaries Bennett and Ekblad are about to become UFA’s. You’ll see that including Ekblad that FLA has about the same number of $7m+ salaries as the VGK. Bobrovsky is $10m. What Florida did so well was filling out their bottom six with with the right players at depth player prices. All top teams strive to do this FLA just caught a break with the right personnel plus they made an astute trade for the $7m D Seth Jones and Nate Schmidt was good catch as well. Well done by management much like what Vegas has been good at over the years Florida just nailed it this season especially.
https://puckpedia.com/team/florida-panthers
Emmanuel
Isnt he referring to 2-5 million $ players who play at a 7-8 million $ level? Bang for the buck” not total team salary.
hdbiker7851
PP = I didn’t say they didn’t spend to the cap I said they got a lot without spending a ton across the lineup. We have three players that are close to 10 mill which represents a third of the cap. Why would spending probably 12 to 13 M for one when that would be better spent on two or three. Teams win the Cup with depth and limiting yourself with huge contracts is not sound business decisions.
Emmanuel
I agree with you with the caveat that with the cap rising, mid level “Barbashev types” will now cost about $7M, which means 2 players not three. Inflation Amigo…….
Pistol Pete
You are splitting hairs hdbiker. We had to spend what we did for Stone, Petro and Eichel in that order. Beggars can’t be choosers those guys became available you pay the market rate it won a Cup. Fast forward and market rate for Marner is the cost of inflation. You were never sold on Eichel and Marner is Deja Vu!
I am surprised you don’t acknowledge the Florida shiny toy pricing of Bobrovsky, Tkackuk, Barkov and Reinhart. With extensions those would all be pushing what Marner is getting at today’s prices. The cap is going up and will keep going up. $12-13m is going to be like what $9-10m was. Get used to it !
Pistol Pete
Here is the link to VGK salary cap PuckPedia. Spending similar to Panthers.
https://puckpedia.com/team/vegas-golden-knights
Pistol Pete
I will say FLA has the edge in goaltending. That is cap well spent turns out. Did not look that way vs. Vegas in 2023 but does now.
knights fan in minny
good Night Iran scumbags
Emmanuel
We just lost the midterms, tax cuts, a closed border, election reform & the culture war. I wouldnt be surprised if Texas flipped in 2028.
Donald J Trump
Unlike PP who waxes on and waxes off about predictions, another one of mine came through. I predicted another. The BBB Bunker Bomb Buster. Trump just took out the three nuclear weapons enrichment grade mile deep sites in Iran. This is same Iran leadership that has taken Americans hostages, killed Marines, maimed many, attacked Israel with it’s proxy. And tonight their nuclear leveage has been taken off the board. There is only one man left standing. He’s getting very lonely. That this the head mullah. What do you think is going to happen to him ?
Americans be safe, they used to chant Death to America. Now what are they chanting?
Emmanuel
(Slow clap)
5 of the worlds largest oil fields are within range of Iran.
theyll set them on fire, itll take 5-10 years to repair the damage.
Thats 1/4 of all world petroleum extraction.
Everything (including food) moves on motor vehicles.
A lot of our power stations run on natural gas which is a petroleum byproduct.
Iran has nothing to lose now.
Swift move Patton.
Pistol Pete
OT:
Our household is smart we run EV’s (Teslas). No need to go to the dumb ass gas pumps and sweat the prices. It is true however that a severe constraint on the global oil supply by Iran will lead to inflation as the war in Ukraine did. Conservatards blame Biden for inflation when in reality it was global supply chains impacted by COVID and Ukraine. Also lazy never does his homework never reads anything dumb ass Trump did zero to mitigate the war in Ukraine which was underway when he entered his first term. Duh. Some things are just so simple.
The hockey God
you realize that all the tires and plastic parts are made from hydrocarbons, and from plants that have processes that emit? As well as humans that run the plants that also emit. Furthermore do you realize that there is some carbon emission power plant providing you electricity? And when you drive your “EV” car the tires emit particulate matter? In addition. the lithium batteries that power your vehicle is toxic and a chemical hazard subject to a highly reactive oxidization reaction when exposed to air? That the production process for lithium is one of the most hazardous and highly emitting processes in world. Furthermore, in a few short years your battery will die. Moreso in hot desert climate. After the battery is dead there are toxic hazardous materials that require a lifetime of hazardous waste storage. In sum of things, if it weren’t for government subsidizes, which are set to expire soon this product could not compete with IC engine cars. Hybrids are better option to go with for now.
Liberalism = mental disorder.
Pistol Pete
OT:
Most of the shortcomings you refer to apply to ICE vehicles as well including hazardous waste handling, recycling and disposal. This is not rocket science. When I finally test drive a Tesla I had to have one they are so quick, quiet and smooth.
Google AI Overview:
Yes, spent internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles do require careful handling and disposal due to the presence of hazardous materials.
Here’s why and what’s involved:
Hazardous Materials: ICE vehicles contain a number of potentially harmful substances, including:
Fluids: Used oil, fuel, brake fluid, transmission fluid, and antifreeze are all considered hazardous waste and require proper disposal.
Batteries: Standard lead-acid vehicle batteries are hazardous waste due to their lead content and corrosive acid.
Other hazardous components: Items like airbags (which may contain reactive substances), mercury switches, and components containing heavy metals must be removed and disposed of according to regulations.
Regulations: Federal, state, and local regulations govern the disposal of these hazardous materials.
Depollution: Before a vehicle is recycled or crushed, it undergoes a process called depollution, which involves removing all hazardous substances by trained technicians.
Specialized Disposal Facilities: Hazardous materials require special handling, transportation, and disposal at designated facilities, not in regular municipal landfills.
In summary: While you can take your spent ICE car to a junkyard or recycler, those facilities are required to properly remove and dispose of the hazardous materials within the vehicle, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.
The hockey God
PP you over look the FACT that lithium battery HAZARDOUS MATERIALS Are much more lethal than those in IC built cars. Epic failure on your part. And no most of the shortcomings don’t apply to IC vehicles. They apply mostly to EV vehicles.
you are living the fantasy, believing fake hype. The is no such thing as “depollution” for lithium batteries. Numb nuts. The EV car have much of same materials as regular IC vehicles, but more haz mat due to lithium.
Try again, your post failed epically !
Pistol Pete
It’s evolving unlike you who is hopelessly mired in the past lol.
Our Tesla remains the only new car I ever had where the fun of driving it never wears off, in fact we just traded in our 2021 Model Y for the 2026 refreshed version, reengineered for a smother ride and quieter cabin.
Out accelerates about anything on the road except for a Model S and the Performance versions of the Model 3 and Y.
Google AI Overview:
Yes, lithium from spent electric vehicle (EV) batteries can be recycled. While current recycling rates are low (around 5%), the technology and infrastructure for recycling lithium-ion batteries, including those from EVs, are developing. Recycling recovers valuable materials like lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese, which are then used in the production of new batteries.
Here’s a more detailed look:
Recyclable Materials:
Lithium-ion batteries contain valuable materials such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and manganese, which can be recovered through recycling processes.
Current Recycling Rates:
Currently, only a small percentage of lithium-ion batteries, including those from EVs, are recycled.
Recycling Processes:
Recycling involves dismantling the batteries, often separating them into components like the cathode, anode, and electrolyte. These components are then processed to recover the valuable materials.
Economic Viability:
While recycling processes are developing, the cost of recovering materials from spent batteries can be a barrier. However, the increasing demand for these materials in clean energy technologies like EVs and energy storage systems is driving research and investment in more efficient and cost-effective recycling methods.
Environmental Benefits:
Recycling EV batteries helps reduce the environmental impact associated with mining new materials and prevents batteries from ending up in landfills. It also helps secure a more sustainable supply of critical battery materials.
Future Outlook:
As the number of EVs on the road increases, so does the volume of end-of-life batteries. This will drive further development and adoption of battery recycling technologies and infrastructure, making it a more mainstream and sustainable practice.
The hockey God
You are one being duped PP.
The EV vehicle produces a larger environmental impact than current IC.
1- you still have emissions, every time you plug that vehicle in. A power generator, a power plant somewhere is emitting.
2-Lithium battery production is far more environmentally dangerous than hydrocarbon production
3- disposal of hazard lithium batteries present a long term hazardous waste problem. From cradle to grave it’s a problem.
4- If you weren’t for government subsidizing, which ends this year, the EV
car would not be economically viable for most consumers.
5- the EV market is in a downtrend and will continue in that direction for
foreseeable future.
Those are facts, deal with it.
Pistol Pete
OT:
Battery production including solid state including recycling and disposal technologies will continue to advance. Meanwhile renewable energies will advance towards a higher percentage supporting non hydrocarbon battery charging. We have rooftop solar which supports some of our EV charging and I believe NV Energy is pushing 40% and climbing. EV manufacturers are aiming for lower and lower priced vehicles ultimately negating the need for tax credits. It is true batteries currently have a significant environmental impact but that will be reduced over time.
Google AI Overview:
In the US, renewable energy production varies significantly by state. Texas leads in total renewable energy production, followed by California, with Washington being the only other state exceeding 10,000 thousand MWh. South Dakota, Washington, and Idaho are also prominent for their high percentage of renewable energy generation. California stands out for its solar and geothermal energy production.
Here’s a more detailed look:
Leading States in Renewable Energy Production:
Texas: Leads in total renewable energy production, primarily from wind power.
California: High production of solar and geothermal energy.
Washington: Strong in hydroelectric power generation.
South Dakota: High percentage of renewable energy generation, with a significant portion from wind.
Iowa: A leader in wind power generation and overall renewable energy capacity.
States with High Percentages of Renewable Energy:
Vermont: Aims for 100% renewable energy by 2035 for all utilities.
South Dakota: 84% of in-state electricity generation comes from renewables.
Washington: Around 76% of its electricity generation comes from renewable sources.
Idaho: 75% of its electricity generation comes from renewable sources.
Oregon: Has a high percentage of renewable energy generation, around 69%.
Key Points:
Varied Sources:
Renewable energy sources vary by state, with some relying heavily on wind, others on hydroelectric, and some on solar and geothermal.
Policy Impact:
State policies play a significant role in driving renewable energy adoption, as seen in California’s support for solar power.
Capacity vs. Generation:
Some states have high renewable energy capacity, while others generate more electricity from these sources.
Texas’s Independent Grid:
Texas has built a diverse energy mix and a largely independent grid, which has fostered its renewable energy industry, particularly wind and solar.
State Goals:
Many states have set goals for increasing renewable energy or achieving carbon-free electricity, such as Vermont, Washington, and Virginia.
Pistol Pete
OT:
In conclusion and imo EV’s are a move in the right direction. Teslas work for my family but then we like driving them can afford them and have solar to support some of the charging. The key is not today but what the future holds for technology. It’s pretty obvious the trend is away from hydro carbons but it will be a long drawn out process.
Google AI Overview:
While electric vehicles (EVs) offer significant environmental benefits, they are not a complete, standalone solution for long-term environmental sustainability. EVs generally have a lower lifetime carbon footprint than gasoline cars due to reduced tailpipe emissions and higher efficiency. However, manufacturing EV batteries and the electricity source for charging can have environmental impacts.
Here’s a more detailed look:
EVs are better for the environment in many ways:
Reduced greenhouse gas emissions:
EVs produce significantly fewer greenhouse gas emissions over their lifespan compared to gasoline cars, especially when considering the electricity used for charging and the lack of tailpipe emissions.
Lower carbon footprint:
Even when accounting for battery production, EVs generally have a lower carbon footprint than comparable gasoline cars, especially over their lifespan, according to a study by the International Council on Clean Transportation, according to the Union of Concerned Scientists.
Improved air quality:
EVs reduce air pollution in urban areas by eliminating tailpipe emissions, leading to better public health.
Reduced reliance on fossil fuels:
EVs can reduce reliance on fossil fuels for transportation, contributing to energy security and reducing the impact of fluctuating fuel prices.
Potential for renewable energy integration:
EVs can be charged using renewable energy sources like solar and wind, further reducing their environmental impact and promoting clean energy.
However, there are also environmental concerns associated with EVs:
Battery production:
Manufacturing EV batteries requires mining for materials like lithium, cobalt, and nickel, which can have significant environmental impacts, including water usage, carbon emissions, deforestation, and biodiversity loss.
Electricity source:
The environmental impact of charging EVs depends on the source of electricity. If the electricity is generated from fossil fuels, it can negate some of the benefits of driving an EV.
Battery recycling:
Recycling EV batteries is crucial to minimize their environmental impact, but it is still a challenge, and the technology for efficient recycling is still developing.
Infrastructure needs:
Transitioning to EVs requires significant investment in charging infrastructure, which can also have environmental impacts.
In conclusion:
While electric vehicles are a step in the right direction for reducing the environmental impact of transportation, they are not a complete solution. A comprehensive approach to environmental sustainability in transportation requires a combination of factors, including:
Transitioning to renewable energy sources:
This is crucial for reducing the carbon footprint of EV charging.
Promoting sustainable battery production and recycling:
Developing more sustainable mining practices and efficient battery recycling technologies is essential.
Encouraging a shift towards public transportation and active mobility:
Reducing the overall reliance on private vehicles, including EVs, is important for long-term sustainability.
Developing innovative solutions:
Exploring alternative fuels and technologies, such as hydrogen fuel cells, can also play a role in a sustainable transportation future.
Pistol Pete
Google AI Overview:
NV Energy is on track to meet Nevada’s renewable energy goals, with nearly 40% of its energy coming from renewable sources in 2023. The state’s Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) requires 50% renewable energy by 2030. NV Energy is investing in projects like the Arrow Canyon Solar and Storage facility and the Reid Gardner Battery Energy Storage System to further increase its renewable energy capacity.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
Current Renewable Energy Usage:
NV Energy reported an overall RPS of 39.7% for 2023, exceeding the state’s mandated requirement of 29%.
Future Goals:
Nevada has a goal to reach 50% renewable energy by 2030, and NV Energy is actively working towards this target.
Specific Projects:
NV Energy’s renewable energy portfolio includes geothermal, solar, solar plus storage, hydro, wind, and biomass projects.
Notable Projects:
The Arrow Canyon Solar and Storage facility and the Reid Gardner Battery Energy Storage System are examples of projects that have contributed to NV Energy’s increased renewable energy capacity.
Transitioning Away from Coal:
NV Energy is also working on transitioning away from coal, with the planned retirement of its final coal plant by the end of 2025, according to a local news report.
The hockey God
typical spin out not addressing EV failures, and your spin on NV fails to mention the drastic, and continuing increase monthly bills due to “alternative” BS methods. All you do is epically fail, face plant.
Pistol Pete
I acknowledged your point on the dirtiness of batteries and responded that recycling and disposal technology will evolve. That can’t be denied imo and as such supports the theory that the advanced world is headed towards 100% EVs or possibly other non carbon emitting solution. Hard to imagine Tesla just disappearing and not continuing to evolve. ICE is 100+ year old innovation for automobiles and primitive in comparison to what the future holds long after we are gone.
It is said the sun makes enough energy in some ridiculously short amount of time to supply all the earth for a year. Fusion is another holy grail. By comparison drilling and fracking for oil and natural gas is primitive and finite.
Google AI Overview:
Yes, there’s a strong possibility fusion will be a viable energy source in the future, but it faces significant scientific and engineering hurdles before widespread commercialization. While it remains a long-term goal, recent advancements offer reasons for optimism.
Reasons for optimism:
Clean and potentially limitless energy:
Fusion, unlike fission, produces minimal radioactive waste and no greenhouse gases, offering a sustainable energy solution.
Abundant fuel:
Deuterium, a key fuel for fusion, can be extracted from seawater, making the fuel source virtually limitless.
Recent breakthroughs:
The National Ignition Facility (NIF) achieved a fusion reaction that produced more energy than was put in, a crucial milestone.
Private investment:
Increased private investment in fusion technology indicates growing confidence in its potential.
Potential for cost reduction:
While initial costs are high, ongoing research and development could lead to more efficient and cost-effective fusion power plants.
Challenges:
Net energy gain:
While NIF achieved a fusion reaction with more energy output, it still requires more energy to initiate than it produces.
Extreme conditions:
Fusion reactions require extremely high temperatures and pressures, making reactor design and operation challenging.
Material science:
Finding materials that can withstand the harsh conditions inside a fusion reactor is crucial.
Scalability and cost:
Scaling up fusion technology to a commercially viable level remains a significant challenge.
Timing:
Most experts believe that widespread commercial fusion power is still decades away, likely in the second half of the century.
In conclusion:
While fusion energy is not yet a practical reality, recent advancements and the potential benefits it offers have fueled optimism about its future role in the global energy landscape. Overcoming the remaining scientific and engineering hurdles will be crucial to realizing fusion’s full potential.
Pistol Pete
Finally, EV’s are here to stay. Tesla, many others and the Chinese manufacturers will see to that.
Google AI Overview:
While it’s unlikely that electric vehicles (EVs) will reach 100% market share in the developed world, they are expected to become the dominant form of personal transportation. Several factors, including cost, infrastructure development, and consumer behavior, will influence the pace of EV adoption.
Factors hindering 100% EV adoption:
Long vehicle lifespan:
Internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles have a long lifespan, meaning they will remain on the road for many years, even with a shift towards EVs.
Infrastructure challenges:
Building out a comprehensive and robust charging infrastructure to support 100% EV adoption will take significant time and investment.
Consumer preferences:
Some consumers may prefer the range, refueling speed, or lower upfront cost of traditional vehicles, even as EVs become more affordable and accessible.
Factors accelerating EV adoption:
Government policies and incentives:
Many countries are implementing policies and offering incentives to encourage EV adoption, such as tax breaks, subsidies, and mandates for zero-emission vehicles.
Technological advancements:
Battery technology is constantly improving, leading to increased range, faster charging times, and lower costs, making EVs more attractive to consumers.
Falling battery costs:
As battery production scales up, the cost of EV batteries is decreasing, making EVs more affordable and competitive with traditional vehicles.
Projections:
While 100% adoption is unlikely, some forecasts predict that EVs could account for a large majority of new vehicle sales in the coming decades.
For example, the IEA projects that global EV sales could reach 40% by 2030 and almost 55% by 2035.
The Conference Board projects that EVs could reach 50:50 parity with fossil-fuel vehicles in the US by 2038.
Some countries, like Norway, are aiming for near 100% EV adoption for new car sales in the near future.
Conclusion:
While 100% EV adoption in the developed world is a complex and challenging goal, it is likely that EVs will become the dominant type of vehicle in the coming decades. The pace of this transition will depend on a variety of factors, but the trend towards electric mobility is clear.
TS
Premature victory celebration, fool. The “absolute destruction” of Iran’s Nuke Program is the classic ” cart before the horse”. King Trump is obviously unaware that the U.S. and our Military use this process called VERIFICATION”, which happens AFTER mission success is verified, N-O-T BEFORE. That “absolute destruction” King Trump boasted mightily of, was just more bluster from the biggest windbag in D.C., and it WILL come back to BITE him AND America. Yes, of COURSE we ALL want Iran’s Nuke Program to END, but Trump’s actions before and after this attack, by intentionally leaving Dems in the dark, then claiming TOTAL DESTRUCTION WITHOUT ANY VERIFICATION, shows once again that he refuses to follow rules, laws OR our Constitution, even when an attack on another nation occurs. I would think that THIS would have warranted Congressional inclusion, yet King Trump intentionally kept Dems in the dark
NOTHING TO GO WRONG HERE, RIGHT
???
TS
…for fake DJT…
Pistol Pete
When folks propose two to three players for the price of Marner we need names not claims. This is free agency not the trade market. Free agency is thin pickings other than Marner, Ehlers and Boeser the so called shiny toys. Marner is worth the extra imo. He is that much above the other two. $12-13m vs. $8-9m. There is a reason. The bidding war for Marner first then it will shift to Ehlers and Boeser. Boeser it is said wants to go to MIN fwiw.
Pistol Pete
With the exception of yours truly and a couple others the board was not exactly bullish on Eichel lol. Marner could well be a Deja Vu!
Also comical was all the bashing of McCrimmon and the FO following the Eichel deal, the McCrimmon and FO that went on to win the Cup with Eichel. Too funny!
https://sinbin.vegas/golden-knights-acquire-jack-eichel-for-tuch-krebs-and-1st-round-pick/
JB
Pete, I mostly agree with many of your posts, but regarding Marner, I don’t think people are saying he doesn’t have lots of talent. It’s simply a case do we deplete our roster to sign him to huge money? I’m just not sure that’s the best move. But what’s nice is, we don’t make those decisions here. The team does. I’ll support whichever way they go!
Pistol Pete
But with Petro going on LTIR we may not even have to move Barbashev. That may not happen but in any case it will not be a massive dump to make room for Marner. Not just that we have needed a better playmaking winger for Eichel but this is preparing for the retirement of Stone and Petro $15.3m.
Emmanuel
The salary cap is set to be $95.5 million for the coming season, then escalates to $104 million for the following season, and then a whopping $113.5 million for 2027-28. At that point, a 15% percentage of the cap (which is what superstar players usually receive) would see an AAV of over $17 million.
Pistol Pete
For the fans to have been through the expensive acquisitions of Stone, Petro and Eichel, those enabling the winning of a Cup, to now be on the cusp of the retirement of Stone and Petro, two of three of our top cap hits, to see previous doubters balk at the opportunity to nip this in the bud and replace Stone, well it’s beyond bewildering! This is yet another of those important crossroads McCrimmon and McPhee have so skillfully navigated before.
ThG
What part of “Stone is damaged goods” is not clear to you ?
TS
What part of DICKHEAD don’t YOU understand??
Donald J Trump
Washington — Senior Pentagon officials revealed new details about the U.S. operation to bomb three nuclear sites in Iran, with the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff saying it was the “largest B-2 operational strike in U.S. history” and inflicted “extremely severe damage and destruction” to the targets.
“This was a highly classified mission with very few people in Washington knowing the timing or nature of this plan,” Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman, said in a briefing at the Pentagon Sunday morning detailing the strikes against the Iranian nuclear sites at Fordo, Natanz and Isfahan.
Caine said the mission, dubbed Operation Midnight Hammer, included seven B-2 Spirit bombers that flew east from their base in MIssouri to Iran. The 18-hour flight required multiple in-flight refuelings, and the bombers met up with U.S. fighter jets and support aircraft once over land in the Middle East in a “complex, tightly timed maneuver,” Caine said.
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At about 5 p.m. ET Saturday, just before the aircraft entered Iranian airspace, a U.S. submarine launched more than two dozen Tomahawk cruise missiles against targets at the site in Isfahan. As the aircraft approached their targets, the U.S. deployed “several deception tactics, including decoys,” and fighter jets cleared the airspace ahead of the bombers, checking for enemy aircraft and surface-to-air missiles.
Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan “Raising” Caine speaks during a news conference at the Pentagon in Washington, Sunday, June 22, 2025.
Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine speaks during a news conference at the Pentagon in Washington, Sunday, June 22, 2025. / Credit: Alex Brandon / AP
“We are currently unaware of any shots fired at the U.S. strike package on the way in,” Caine said.
At about 6:40 p.m. ET, or 2:10 a.m. in Iran, the lead B-2 dropped two “bunker-buster” bombs known as the GBU-57 Massive Ordnance Penetrators, or MOPs, on the site at Fordo. Over the next 25 minutes, Caine said, a total of 14 MOPs would be dropped on two target areas. The Tomahawk missiles landed at Isfahan after bombs were dropped on the two other sites. Caine said no shots were fired at the planes as they left Iranian airspace.
“Iran’s fighters did not fly, and it appears that Iran’s surface-to-air missile systems did not see us. Throughout the mission, we retained the element of surprise,” Caine said.
“More than 125 U.S. aircraft participated in this mission,” Caine said, including the B-2 bombers, fighter jets, refueling planes and surveillance aircraft. More than 75 precision-guided weapons were used in the attack.
“Initial battle damage assessments indicate that all three sites sustained extremely severe damage and destruction,” Caine said, noting that a full assessment will take time.
The chairman warned Iran against taking any retaliatory action for the strikes.
“Our forces remain on high alert and are fully postured to respond to any Iranian retaliation or proxy attacks, which would be an incredibly poor choice,” Caine said. “We will defend ourselves.”
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth called the attack “an incredible and overwhelming success.”
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“The order we received from our commander in chief was focused, it was powerful, and it was clear,” Hegseth said at the briefing alongside Caine. “We devastated the Iranian nuclear program, but it’s worth noting that the operation did not target Iranian troops or the Iranian people.”
He added: “The operation President Trump planned was bold, and it was brilliant, showing the world that American deterrence is back. When this president speaks, the world should listen.”
“Our B-2s went in and out … and back without the world knowing at all,” Hegseth said. “In that way it was historic. A strike that included the longest B-2 Spirit bomber mission since 2001, and the first operational employment of the MOP, a Massive Ordnance Penetrator.”
Mr. Trump announced Saturday evening that the U.S. had launched strikes against Iran. He said in a national address later Saturday night that the sites “have been completely and totally obliterated.”
Flanked by Hegseth, Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance at the White House, the president described the strikes as a “spectacular military success” and warned of “far greater” attacks if Iran does not “make peace.”
“If peace does not come quickly, we will go after those other targets with precision, speed and skill, most of them can be taken out in a matter of minutes,” he said. “There’s no military in the world that could have done what we did tonight, not even close. There has never been a military that could do what took place just a little while ago.”
ThG
kudos to military for a mission well done
Emmanuel
Theyll get one from N Korea or China.
Iran has been working with N Korea on their program, the are close allies.
95% of Iranian oil goes to China, theyre tight and of course itll distract the US which will give China a free pass with Taiwan and when they take Taiwan they control the chip market and pretty much the world wide tech market.
TS
NEWS FLASH, moron: ALL of us have a TV, and we ALL get the News. This is the modern age!! So take your MAGGOT NEWS and SHOVE IT!!
Donald J Trump
numb nuts in dem party proven to be hyprocrits of highest order, forgetting their own party president actions by clinton and obama. Don’t buy the tripe these fools are pedaling.
Democrats in Washington are again talking impeachment. Politicians and pundits are expressing outrage over President Donald Trump attacking Iran without a prior authorization of Congress. It is the Claude Rains School of Constitutional Law where politicians are “shocked, shocked” that Trump is using the authority that they accepted in Democratic predecessors. Fourteen years ago this week, I was in court litigating that very issue when President Barack Obama attacked Libya. Most Democrats supported or were silent on the action.
Nevertheless, Democratic members are now calling for impeachment, while others are declaring the attacks unconstitutional. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is particularly shocked that Trump took the action and is calling for a vote under the War Powers Act.
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Schumer insisted that “no president should be allowed to unilaterally march this nation into something as consequential as war with erratic threats and no strategy.” House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries has issued a similar statement.
Schumer is the same politician who was silent or supportive in earlier unilateral attacks by Democratic presidents. In 2011, Obama approved a massive military campaign against Libya. I represented a bipartisan group of members of Congress challenging that action. We were unsuccessful, as were such prior challenges.
I have long criticized the abandonment of the clear language of the Constitution on the declaration of wars. Only eleven such declarations have been made in our history. That has not happened since World War II in 1942. Over 125 military campaigns have spanned from Korea to Vietnam, Afghanistan, and Iraq. It is not a rule honored solely in the breach.
Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei image on the wall during a pro-Iran demonstration
Iranian worshippers hold up their hands as signs of unity with Iran’s Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, during an anti-Israeli rally to condemn Israel’s attacks on Iran, in downtown Tehran, Iran, on June 20, 2025. (Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto via Getty Images)
Democrats were supportive when Clinton launched cruise missile attacks under Operation Infinite Reach on two continents on August 20, 1998. He ordered attacks in locations in Khartoum, Sudan, and Khost Province, Afghanistan.
The War Powers Act has always been controversial and largely ineffectual. Presidents have long asserted the inherent powers to conduct such attacks under their Article II authority as the designated Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces. The WPA requires the President to inform Congress within 48 hours in a written notice to the Speaker of the House of Representatives and the President pro tempore of the Senate of the action.
The WPA further bars the use of armed forces in such a conflict for more than 60 days without congressional authorization for use of military force (AUMF) or a declaration of war by the United States. There is a further 30-day withdrawal period.
President Trump reportedly did immediately notify Congress after the attack under the WPA.
Presidents have long maintained their right to deploy military assets unilaterally without congressional approval to address imminent threats. President Thomas Jefferson did so when he went to war with the Barbary Pirates at the start of the Nineteenth Century.
Former U.S. President Barack Obama
Democrats said nothing when President Barack Obama ordered a bombing campaign in Libya without Congressional approval. (Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
Presidents have also routinely ignored the WPA when it limited their ability to conduct foreign military operations. In 1999, Clinton ignored the 60-day deadline and continued to bomb forces in Kosovo. His actions were also challenged, but the court in Campbell v. Clinton just shrugged off the violation and said it was a non-justiciable political question.
In responding to the current demands, Trump could look to a curious ally: Hillary Clinton.
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton pushed for unilateral attacks during the Obama Administration. She dismissed the need to consult, let alone secure authorization, from Congress. In March 2011, Clinton testified that there was no need for such consultation and declared that the Administration would ignore a 60-day limit on unauthorized military actions.
Obama also defied the War Powers resolution on Syria. He actually did ask for congressional authorization to take military action in that country in 2013, but Congress refused to approve it. He did it anyway. Despite Congress expressly denying “authorization for the introduction of United States Armed Forces,” both Obama and Trump did precisely that.
Trump was wise to notify Congress and is currently in compliance with the Act. However, what occurs after that is anyone’s guess. The WPA and the AUMF have been paper tigers for decades and most in Congress wanted it that way. Politicians long ago abandoned their responsibilities to declare war. What remains has been little more than political theater.
Even under the WPA, Trump would have 60 days to prosecute this war and another 30 days to draw down forces without congressional approval. The court, in Campbell v. Clinton, noted that even if Clinton violated the WPA by continuing operations after the 60-day period, he was technically in compliance by withdrawing forces before the end of the 90-day period.
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Trump could likely prosecute this campaign in 90 days. Indeed, if it goes beyond 90 days, we will likely be facing a potential global war with retaliatory strikes on both sides. In such an environment, it is very unlikely that Congress would withhold support for our ongoing operations.
In the meantime, the calls for impeachment are absurd given the prior actions of presidents in using this very authority. Once again, some Democrats appear intent on applying a different set of rules for impeaching Trump than any of his predecessors. Trump can cite both history and case law in allowing presidents to take such actions. At most, the line over war powers is murky. The Framers wanted impeachments to be based on bright-line rules in establishing high crimes and misdemeanors.
This is all part of the Claude Rains School of Constitutional Law. Members will once again express their shock and disgust at the use of the same authority that they once accepted from prior presidents. Trump has a great number of risks in this action from global military and economic consequences. The War Powers Act is not one of them if history is any measure.
Emmanuel
Some of the opinions in this article are bordering on passive aggressive psychopathy:
“we will likely be facing a potential global war with retaliatory strikes on both sides. In such an environment, it is very unlikely that Congress would withhold support for our ongoing operations”
And hilarious:
“In responding to the current demands, Trump could look to a curious ally Hillary Clinton”
Who writes this sh*t Fatty Arbuckle?
Donald J Trump
In responding to the current demands, Trump could look to a curious ally Hillary Clinton”
The author was referring to justification for attacks on IRan using BBB (bunker busters) on Iran with follow up statement: “Secretary of State Hillary Clinton pushed for unilateral attacks during the Obama Administration”. Author was citing an example, not literally allying with Hillary Clinton.
TS
STFU, MORON!! WE GET OUR NEWS FROM R-E-A- L PEOPLE!! TELL YOUR CREATOR TO STFU, ALREADY!!
Larry
So we try to improve our team this year with Lavoie and one can only hope a rededicated and stronger Holtz, and find some mid level free agent finds that improve our team and keep us Stanley Cup relevant.
The following season VGK signs a free agent and that player will suddenly become our favorite player as he leads the Golden Knights to their second Cup win and becomes the toast of the town, none other than the former captain of the team from edmonton Connor McDavid!!
Offseason summer dreaming.
Emmanuel
Supposedly McDavids wife is pushing him to go to LA.
With the Cap going up and Kopitar close to retiring I can see the Kings getting Marner AND McDavid.
LA is a dump but theyll live in the nice part of town.
The state taxes are high but theyre Canadian so theyre used to it.
Pistol Pete
Not likely. As a rental McDavid would be a huge potentially very expensive risk. Marner alone is doable in fact the consensus is the Kings are most likely next to us to sign him if he wants to play there of course. $12.5m Vegas money equals around $14m LA money so advantage us. $12.5m for Jack too.
Google AI Overview:
Trading for Connor McDavid would be a monumental move for the Los Angeles Kings, but whether it makes sense depends on several factors. While acquiring McDavid would instantly elevate the Kings into a Stanley Cup contender, it would also require significant sacrifices and carry substantial risk. The Kings would need to assemble a compelling trade package for the Oilers, likely including top prospects and draft picks, and then convince McDavid to sign a long-term extension. The potential acquisition cost, the impact on the team’s cap space, and the possibility of McDavid not wanting to stay in LA long-term are all significant considerations.
Here’s a more detailed breakdown:
Pros:
Instant Contender:
McDavid is arguably the best player in the NHL, and adding him to the Kings’ roster would make them a legitimate Stanley Cup contender.
Market Appeal:
McDavid’s presence would significantly boost the Kings’ profile in the Los Angeles market, potentially attracting new fans and revenue.
Strategic Timing:
With McDavid’s contract expiring in a year, the Kings could potentially acquire him at a lower price than if he were under contract for a longer term.
Cons:
High Acquisition Cost:
Trading for McDavid would require a substantial package of players and draft picks, potentially depleting the Kings’ prospect pool and future assets.
Cap Implications:
Signing McDavid to a long-term extension would likely require the Kings to move out significant salary, potentially impacting their ability to build a well-rounded team.
Uncertainty:
There’s no guarantee that McDavid would want to sign an extension with the Kings, meaning they could potentially lose a significant amount of assets for a one-year rental.
Potential Disruption:
Trading for McDavid could disrupt the team’s chemistry and existing player relationships.
Conclusion:
A trade for Connor McDavid is a high-risk, high-reward proposition for the Los Angeles Kings. While it could elevate them to immediate Stanley Cup contention, it also carries significant financial and roster implications. The Kings would need to carefully weigh the potential benefits against the potential costs before making such a move.
knights fan in minny
When are the midnight hammer T shirts coming out
Emmanuel
A line of boxer shorts would sell like hotcakes…..
knights fan in minny
A $1,000,000 idea Emmanuel
TS
Haha! Boxer Bunker Busters!! Ladies, prepare for the invasion! It’ll be a BLAST!!
Tim
All I can say is THG and Pistol Pete sure like there 15 minutes of fame. They completely dominate the message board. This is a sign of lack of confidence in your social life skills to continue to rant on this site. Maybe not many friends or family so you try to impress us with your wisdom. Got to go guardians game about to start .
knights fan in minny
Who the fuck Do you think you are dr phil baseball’s boring just like you
Tim
mint I can always count on you for a classy rebuttal NOT.
Pistol Pete
But Tim at least PP is 99.99% hockey. Advantage PP. But look there is always a lot worth speculating about when it comes to the VGK with free agency being the best current example. It requires DD as well. Marner is potentially game changing no question about it. PP is not Ken but he tries to keep fellow fans informed with his evolving thoughts!
The hockey God
PP is 110% flip flop fuckery. And Tim, who let you out of the closest today ? Your wife go to church and left you in control of the remote?
:)
The hockey God
Meanwhile Timmah, how is baseball doing? Let’s take a look. Your Indians are 9 games back as of right now. We have TWO teams in the BIGS playing in minor league stadiums. Tampa BAY Rays used to play in dome dump, now they play their home games in, get this. George M. Steinbrenner Grapefruit league ball park. Talk about adding insult to injury. They are playing in their dreaded rivals , the Yankees, Floriday league park. I think it holds about 2000 people. Not counting those lying in grass in outfield. Then we have the other team playing in Sacramento. What is name of that team? Philadelphia As, nope they moved to Kansas City. Where they were known as Yankees development team (Remember Roger Maris among others played there), then Oakland, now West Sacramento. Where they are still known as the Oakland A’s. Must be as confusing as a democrat trying to find correct gender bath room to go into. The stadium looks like a cardboard replica out of Bull Durham movie. IMagine if the NHL played in similar situation. Opps, can any one say Mullet rink in Tempe, Arizona!
The hockey God
oh yeah I forgot to mention the top teams in the MLB west beating each other up throwing bean balls at their star players.
DOWN GOES OHTANI (I think they beaned him three times)
DOWN GOEST TATIZ. JR. (I think he’s still down).
Then the fat head Dodger manager starts crying after the Padres manager justifiably comes after him. Dodger pitcher threw at Tatiz in 9th inning being behind 5 to 0.
Then Dodgers tried to incite a story saying ICE was denied entry at their stadium. PRoblem is ICE was never there. DHS said it’s all fiction and they weren’t there. Kinda stupid for ICE to go to ball game, unless they were Dodger fans. And even Dodger FANS have a problem surviving there and the tail gate and after parties are dangerous for both home and away fans. I don’t see ICE venture into Chavez Ravine. But most of the fans that go are illegal aliens, if you ever been to Dodger game you would know what I am talking about. All the move stars sit in front infield two rows. And rest of crowd is made up of Tijuana “new arrivals”.
TS
Wow, Thq, your ” DICKNESS” knows no end, noimits or boundaries!! You can FUCK with people, no matter the topic! Did you spend YOUR lifetime honing your ” DICK SKILLS”, or does your DICKNESS just come naturally??
Larry
I mentioned McDavid signing as a free agent with VGK simply as a tongue- in- cheek pie in the sky thing, nothing to do with a trade or artificial intelligence, just a musing on a Sunday afternoon waiting for whatever July 1 brings to improve our 25-26 Golden Knights!