Game 3 of the playoff series against the Flyers is tonight. Beard growth is going well (over a week now), beer supply is low (will be replenished on way home from work) and enthusiasm is high.
How I am getting my excitement up? Reviewing WGR’s 55 Reasons to hate the Philadelphia Flyers.
Game Two.
To get fired up I’ve been reading sports columns from outside the Buffalo area. They all play up the Flyers while dismissing the Sabres as a team with only one talented player… Miller.
I see it as: the Flyers gave all they could in game one, played the best they can and were shut down by a Buffalo team that is capable of playing way better.
Beard and I are prepared.
So fucking excited. Sabres vs Flyers Game 1. Got my beard going, fridge stocked with what can only be called “classy beer” and got chips in the cabinet.
Philadelphia hatred is running strong. WGR 550 has been blaring all week. I’m joining in the Orange Boycott.
Game On People. Game On!!!
After several weeks of not shaving (aka laziness) I shaved it all off after the Sabres last regular season game.
So the playoff beard starts anew. GO SABRES!!!!
The Sabres made the playoffs securing the number one position in the Northeast Division. That means it is time for the playoff beard.
I stole this from Jeremy White’s column at WGR 550.
Growing a beard is a commitment…and you have less than a week to decide what level of commitment you’re willing to put in.
Here’s a loose set of rules for you (Keep in mind, there are special interpretations and circumstances with each beard).
1. If you plan on growing a playoff beard, it must in SOME way be different from your normal look. Having a goatee, and keeping a goatee is cheating. That doesn’t count. Beard up.
2. You may “manscape” if necessary. The more dedicated you are, the less you’ll do with trimming. That said, my neck gets disgusting in about 7 days. I’m going to try to hold out as long as possible this year.
3. If your girlfriend or wife hates it – TOUGH. For her.
4. You may begin the day of the playoffs, or the last day of the regular season, or today if you’d like. I have NO objections with calling today “training camp” for your beard. Get started if you need the push.
5. If you CANT grow a beard but CAN grow a mustache…mustache up.
That’s about it. I’m sure there are more intricate rules and rulings to be made but for me it’s simple. Grow a beard. If someone thinks you’re lame because of it, then just rub your face on them.
It rocks. And I’m totally growing out a playoff beard. I already forewarned Sarah. Let’s go Sabres!!
