Journal Entry #2 Starting With The Basics

The news article I have chosen is "Flames Talking to Free Agent Jagr" in this news article the Calgary Flames and veteran free agent Jaromir Jagr are discussing the possibility of joining forces with the NHL season beginning in two days, according to TSN Hockey Insider Pierre LeBrun. I think that the lead is very effective because it catches the readers eye by clearly stating what the article is going to be about and the main events that will be discussed. Two quotes about the article are off twitter on social media saying "Hearing that the Calgary Flames and Jaromir Jagr's camp are talking tonight. No certainty it happens but it's very possible." - Pierre LeBrun. Also from twitter "Jagr would also have to be willing to accept a third-line and second PP role. #stlblues" -Jeremy Rutherford. The most important information was told first by giving information on 45 year-old Jagr and summarizes his previous seasons with the NHL and how he wants to continue his career. The article has a good ending because it provides the information of when the Calgary Flames are going to play there first game and if Jagr will be playing.

Another news article I have chosen is "Gallagher, De La Rose lead Habs to rout of Senators" in this news article, the Montreal Canadiens' first line is clicking at a great time. Centre Jonathan Drouin and wingers Brendan Gallagher and Max Pacioretty combined for three goals and nine points as the Canadiens beat the Ottawa Senators 9-2 on Saturday in the last pre-season game for both teams. I think that the lead is very effective because it gives the main events and information that tie into the title of the article to make the reader keep on going. A quote about the article "There are 82 games and hopefully we can stay together and be productive the whole way," said Gallagher, who led with two goals an assist. "If we all do our jobs, we're capable of being effective in this league." The most important information was told first by giving a video clip of the highlight goals of the game scored by the 1st line. It also gives the important information in the first paragraph by summarizing the information of the article. The article has a good ending by saying when both teams open their regular seasons on Thursday. Ottawa hosts the Washington Capitals. Montreal faces the Sabres in Buffalo where you can watch the 1st line keep up the work.