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Posted by Mike Fisher on August 7, 2008 My first Mike Fisher Hockey Camp is nearing its end and it’s been fun working with the kids and helping out some local charities. Pretty soon, it’ll be time for us to hit the ice again for a new season. I’ve been away a lot this summer, so I don’t feel all the way up to speed on what’s happened during the off-season. But I’ve been following it a little. With a new coach, Craig Hartsburg, and seeing some guys go, we’ll be a different team this season, that’s for sure. But I think our team’s still going to be good. We’re still fairly young and guys are still improving and getting better. We signed some guys that are going to be around for awhile now. I think it’s going to be a great year. Even learning from last year and some of the adversity we faced is going to help us. So will just having the time off to heal your body and to prepare mentally and to get ready. I think we’ll be more excited coming to training camp because it’s been awhile since we last played. The knee I injured at the end of last season feels really good. It took a little while after the season to rehab it, but my workouts have been good. Already, I’ve been on the ice a little bit and it’s been going well. There shouldn’t be a repeat of last year, when I missed a lot of training camp. That was my groin that caused that problem and it feels much better now I’ve been able to train a lot harder this summer and skate more and that’ll be good. I had a conversation with Craig on the phone a while back. I’m excited about what I think he’ll bring to our team. I think he’ll be really good for us. We can’t wait to get started. |
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Nice job with the hockey camp, Mike. That really means a lot to the community, in terms of both the on- and off-ice benefits. Good luck with the season!
Posted by: stealthman | August 07, 2008 at 05:51 PM
Hello Mike! I just want to extend my congratulations for your inaugural Hockey Camp and your continued involvement in the community. Also, thank you for taking the time recently to meet your fans at a downtown Subway location for pictures and autographs. I am thrilled to hear you’re in great shape for training camp and for the upcoming season. I’m also looking forward to the launch of your official website! All the best! Go Sens Go!
Posted by: Melanie | August 07, 2008 at 07:58 PM
I, for one, am very excited for the new Senators season to begin. I can't wait to see what you guys bring as players with the new coach and the new attitude for your club. I think this year is going to be a big year for all of you.
Best of luck!
Jennifer
Posted by: Jennifer Mulligan | August 07, 2008 at 08:45 PM
HI Mike,
So glad to read that you are feeling better and that you have a a great summer. Can't wait to see you all back on the ice.
Have a awesome season!!! :)
Posted by: Lisa | August 07, 2008 at 09:44 PM
That is so awesome what you are doing with the camp! Thanks for being that guy who gives back so much to the community!
Glad to hear that the knee is doing better and that you will be back on the ice this season! Can't wait to wear my jersey and see ya at your best!
Posted by: Gina | August 07, 2008 at 10:02 PM
What success you have had with the 2008 Hockey Camp. I am sure all involved see it as an annual event.
In reading your blog it looks as if you will be back in the pre season games, which is great news for your fans. Hoping to see you and the Sens play at the Oct 11 game against the Wings ( would be great to get a autograph as well) :-)
Good Luck with your 08 - 09 season and again fans wait patiently for the season to begin. It is great to be a Canadian and to watch the best sport out there !!!
From your Biggest Fan
Lorelei Bell - New Brunswick,Canada
Posted by: Lorelei Bell | August 07, 2008 at 10:31 PM
I took the opportunity to read up a little about the camp and I have to say it is very impressive. What a remarkable contribution; so many lives have been and will continue to be touched in a such positive way. You are a pillar of the community Mike. I am really looking forward to the 08-09 season. There have been quite a few changes since last season but it is a new beginning and a new opportunity. Thank you for all that you do on and off the ice! Take care and I look forward to seeing all of you on the ice in October.
Posted by: Diana | August 08, 2008 at 02:16 PM
It sounds like you had a lot of fun running the camp. Do you and your brother plan to do it again next year?
Posted by: Hockey_Hart | August 09, 2008 at 03:58 PM
Mike,
it's great to get a blog from you. You are by far my favourite player on the team. I absolutely revel in your style of play, always hard working always willing to be physical, with the awesome offensive plays!
I hope you have a great training camp and an even better season. It'd be exciting to see you score 30 goals this season and have the same amount of assists!
Here's to the Senators! I'm excited about a new season for our team.
GO SENS GO!!!
Posted by: Dylan McLernon | August 09, 2008 at 05:01 PM
Hi Mike, I think its great what you, your family and some of the Sens are doing at the camp. Your still my number one favourite Senator (don't tell Dany but he's right up there with you too!). Thanks for doing this.
Posted by: Dragonfly | August 09, 2008 at 09:07 PM
Congtatulations on the success of your hockey camp.
I cant wait for the season to start!
Posted by: Jessica | August 09, 2008 at 10:11 PM
Hi Mike,
Another hockey season is about to begin. I'm so excited to see how great our SENS will be this year. It looks like we've acquired some great new and existing talent. It's sad to see some players move on but at the same time, new players bring a whole new look to a team. I'm also looking forward to see how Craig can get our SENS fire going for the 2008-2009 season.
I wish you all the best for your 2008-2009 season. Play for the love of hockey and have fun doing it, cause we all love watching it!!!
SENS 4EVER!!!!
Posted by: Julie | August 10, 2008 at 09:07 AM
Hi Mike,
My son attended your Hockey Camp last week (the final week). It was the best experience and most memorable one he has had since he began playing hockey. I could not believe how well this camp was run and as parents, how relaxed we felt being able to go and watch either the skills being taught or the games that were played. We will defintly be back next year, well worth the money spent and also for a good cause. The camp councillor he had throughout the day as well as all the camp staff were great at making the kids feel welcome and relaxed. Thanks Mike
Posted by: Cindy | August 11, 2008 at 12:16 PM
Hi Mike,
I am Canadian-Albanian, and have to tell you that hockey was not one of our sports there. And even when I moved here, I did not have much interest until I started watching the finals, and realizing how much effort and training it takes to be able to play that well and be able to make it to the finals. I do admire all of you, especially you and Alfie.
I do with you all the best and great season this year, you and your team.
Cheers,
Dani
Posted by: Dani Brajshori | August 17, 2008 at 09:13 PM
Hi Mike,
Glad to hear that your first hockey camp was a success!I am glad to hear that all is well with you, and that you are feeling good! I can't wait for this season, it should be a great one! Hope you have a wonderful season!
Take Care & God Bless
Your biggest fan,
Amanda
Posted by: Amanda | August 18, 2008 at 12:31 PM
I like to hear that you guys are trying to build on last year's adversity (the Stanley Cup Finals curse that knocks out every team the next year- other than Detroit). Alfie's leadership in the last couple of games set a good tone for the start of this upcoming year. Without the pressure of being the league favourites, you can focus on quietly winning your way to the Cup!
Detroit, to be honest, is an awesome team that just got better with Hossa, but if there's one team that can take them, it's you guys. You guys totally owned them when you played them last winter, and I totally think you could do it again. Your own hard-hitting, energetic style is a perfect example of how the team's speed, skill, and strength are too much for any other team to handle. The fact that you're also a generous guy who gives back the community shows that there's more to the Sens then just being great players. Which makes it really easy to be a huge fan of this team. Go Sens!
Posted by: Tony V | August 19, 2008 at 02:37 PM
Hey Mike! Just wanted to say that i'm anxious to see the Sens regain their form next season! I hope yhat you can pull that 2nd line together! We need it!
Posted by: Richard | August 25, 2008 at 07:27 PM
I'm glad to hear your first hockey camp went well. I'm sure that there will be a lot more in the future. I'd just like to say that the Ottawa Senators have been my #1 Team since the beginning. I'm VERY proud to say that I AM A OTTAWA SENATOR FAN. GO SENS GO. Bring home the cup.
Posted by: Ron Nadeau | August 25, 2008 at 08:32 PM
cheers, to the future capitain of the Ottawa Senators!
Posted by: Peter | August 27, 2008 at 02:20 PM
Mike, you are a great person for doing what you do for hockey in the community. I have alot of admiration for you and I am a huge Sens Fan. Good luck in 08-09.
Joanne
Posted by: joanne hodgins | August 27, 2008 at 07:38 PM
You have a really big heart for sharing your time with the children. Good luck this season. Looking forward to seeing you in action Oct 11/08 -vs- Detroit!
Posted by: Tanya Mero | September 24, 2008 at 04:05 PM