World Cup Watching

No surprises as the 3rd round of group play began in groups A and B. The teams we expected to see win and advance to the round of 16 did so. And a one-time favourite that looked on the verge of self destruction succumbed, to the grief of some and the amusement of others.

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Michael Rosenbaum alert

Just heard his name mentioned as a participant at the NHL Awards show! I'll watch for y'all.

ETA: he was just on (9:24 PM EST) - he looked mighty fine in his tux and did a little comedy about the player names, then awarded a trophy for best sob story (excuse me, 'overcoming adversity').