[CollegeRepublican]

The Bears are kicking butt this postseason.

At the last Capitals game of the year, I won a Brooks Laich game used and signed stick. I hope he sticks in the NHL next year.

[airborne]

The way he's been playing, he has an excellent chance to move up to the NHL.

He's been a valuable player for us all year long.

A couple years ago, I bought a game jersey at a post game charity auction.

The reason I wanted this guy's jersey is because, during an on ice meet and greet for season ticket holders, this gentleman was extremely kind to my son.

When I picked up the jersey, I told him that I thought he was a solid player, and that I was confident that he would make it to the NHL.

His name is Evgeni Artuhkin, and he ended up playing for Tampa Bay. Not sure where he is now.

As for the Brooks Laich stick,take care of it. I suspect it will be worth something in the future.