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Oh No, Mike Richards is Turning into Henrik Lundqvist
By Kyle Scott
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Photo courtesy LA Kings
God dammit– I knew it. I knew Mike Richards was going to quickly turn into zen west coast hipster guy. It just happened faster than I thought.
Early this morning, former One Eight thanked Justin Bieber for coming to the Staples Center to see the Kings:
Ugh.
The Kings may be becoming a bit of an attraction in LA. In the absence of the NBA, Bill Simmons has hopped on board. Bieber is apparently on board. And I think we’re just one three-week long unbeaten streak away from Jack Nicholson sitting behind the glass and bitching at Richie to shoot more.
A year ago, Richards was “Philadelphia’s captain.” Now? Tweeting Biebs.
What is it about Biebs?! Earlier this year, Rangers goalie Henrik Lundqvist sat courtside with Biebs. Then, the worst Tweeter in the world, Shane Victorino, jumped off of Biebs’ Tweet to wish Kim Kardashian a happy birthday. And now Richie.
Why?!
I’ll tell you why: Biebs is crushing at life right now, let’s be real clear about that. He’s mouthing Selena Gomez at Winnipeg Jets games, wooing chicks in Argentina, making stacks of cash, and attending sporting events. Yeah, you’d be him for a day. Don't lie.
Kyle Scott is the founder and editor of CrossingBroad.com. He has written for CBS Philly and Philly Voice, and been a panelist or contributor on NBC Sports Philly, FOX 29 and SNY TV, as well as a recurring guest on 97.5 The Fanatic, 94 WIP, 106.7 The Fan and other stations. He has more than 10 years experience running digital media properties and in online advertising and marketing.