Baby, I Laich It

This story will never get old. Brooks Laich stops to change a tire on the way home from losing Game 7 in the first round play-offs. The two women happen to be Caps fans on their way home from the game, and they call the Washington Post to report his good deed.

Now Laich is a nominee for Sports Illustrated's Sportsman of the Year. While it's usually Ovechkin, maybe Green, racking up the awards, it's great to see someone recognized for more than just being an incredible player. Brooks Laich seems to be a really decent guy - if he weren't for him, our stalking might never have taken off, as he was the first player to sign Max's shirt. I have heard from other stalker fans in the parking garage that he has been nothing but nice in person and always makes time for signing autographs.

While fans cheer for fights and Power Plays, it's nice to also be able to cheer for the good guy - the guy who stops to change a tire just hours after his team suffered what was probably the most shocking loss in its history. Gotta LOVE Laich for that - #21, we'll be rooting for you!