Flyers need song, stamp and more to win

The Philadelphia Flyers are working with the US Postal Service to unveil a stamp of legendary singer Kate Smith at the Spectrum this month. As The Inquirer recalled yesterday, Smith performed “God Bless America” before the Flyers played the Boston Bruins in Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Finals in 1974. And she’s been a good luck charm ever since because the Flyers won that game and the series. If only the Philly players could take the tune on the road, maybe play with their iPods on or something. They’ll need it against the Bruins in Boston, where they haven’t won a playoff game since 1976.

Rojo Johnson takes the mound

Will Ferrell – we mean Rojo Johnson – took the mound for the Houston Astros Triple-A affiliate in Round Rock last night, delighting fans but probably not so much the opposition. Ladies and gentlemen, we give you No.99, Roooooojooooo Joooooohnson.

NHL’s playoff commercials rock

Here’s just one of the NHL’s 2010 playoff ads, this one featuring Wayne Gretzky. These promos are simply another reason why we love the hockey.

Canucks celebrate

“Canucks Day” has been announced in the city of Vancouver, following the team’s dramatic first round series win against the LA Kings. While some fans are not thrilled by the idea, we think it’s great to see the mayor and the city embrace the club. They’re even sending Fin the Canucks mascot downtown to hand out white towels. He’s working on an off day – give it up folks.