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Jim Ralph

@Jim_Ralph

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7 year minor league goalie turned Radio colour guy (Not by choice)

Toronto Ontario
Joined September 2010
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
3 years
Montreal is still one of the greatest cities to do a game. They love their Habs. They even named an establishment after two players. Shea Weber (his first name) and Corey Perry (his last name). I’ve always supported it. Good luck boys.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Bob Cole’s final broadcast from Toronto. Gary Galley providing colour commentary. #curtaincall #ohbaby #thanksColey
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Fuck Cancer
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
I’ll admit I may not be the biggest basketball fan but .... wow. #Raptors #WeTheNorh
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
As our hockey broadcast begins. We would like to at times during the games ahead give shout outs to the courageous front line and health care workers that have helped us go back to work. Please submit names, cities and place of work. Thank you all again.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
Happy Manniversary to my long time partner Joe Bowen. 21 years (20t season... see NHL lockout) here’s is to a year of fun.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
For every great moment in sports there is an iconic call that goes with it. @Matt__Devlin @LeoRautins @jackarmstrong04 narrated this journey to perfection. Making casual fans diehards. This country was lucky to have the talent and passion in the booth brought to an entire nation
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
3 years
42 years ago today 4 Chicago amateur scouts were fired…..
@SeanRyder27
Sean Ryder
3 years
41 years ago today at the 1980 NHL Entry Draft in Montreal @Jim_Ralph was drafted in the 8th Round, 162nd overall by the @NHLBlackhawks .
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
3 years
The evolution of sports broadcasting. Grateful to be back. Eternal gratitude to front line workers and thinking of those who have lost love ones and livelihoods.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
That moment you think you got really good at “”Where’s Waldo?”
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Please take the time to read. Steve Ludzik has dedicated his life to helping others and needs help now.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Was a great win for the Leafs on a day that was very difficult to think a hockey game was all that important. Let’s support those devastated in the days to come
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Jim Ralph
6 years
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Proud of my broadcast partner @BonsieTweets for his flawless performance MC work at Johnny Bowers celebration of life. Sincere and heartfelt #TMLtalk
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Big congrats to @BonsieTweets for the Hall of Fame Induction with the Foster Hewitt Award. I’ve had the best seat for the last 21 years.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
3 years
We have feelings too Jeffery
@odognine2
Jeff O’Neill
3 years
Never seen so many horny tweets about 3rd string goalies.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Congrats Pal! @BonsieTweets
@BruceDBolton
Bruce Bolton
6 years
1st tv timeout a great tribute to the 2018 Foster Hewitt Memorial Award recipient Maple Leafs PxP Joe Bowen @Bonsie24 as part of tonight’s @HockeyHallFame Game voiced by broadcast partner @Jim_Ralph Holy Mackinaw!
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
8 years
Pat Quinn to be formally inducted to the Hockey Hall of Fame tonight. What a wonderful man. Miss him.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
On way to Ottawa via the Molson Rivalry Train with this fun little contest winner @16DarcyTucker
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
8 years
I know exactly how John Scott feels. The number one thing that kept me out of NHL all star game was the American Hockey League
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
Thank you today and every day to our front line workers. #nhlpa #nhlalumni
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Hard not feel happy for great people. @Bozie42 @Steener20 Have earned this big time.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
Three most difficult conversations I’ve had with my kids. 1- No Santa Clause 2- Your Mom and I are getting a divorce 3- Joe Exotic didn’t sing his own songs @_brittralph @JesseRalph
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Great sharing a flight with Two of the best from Toronto to Boston @BonsieTweets and Mike “Doc” Emerick
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
3 years
Ottawa Senators record this season vs Leafs , Flames and Canadiens is 10-7-0. Vs Canucks, Oilers and Jets are a combined 1-13-3. Bet wisely
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
9 years
Might be best fan outfit ever. #flames #Waldo http://t.co/xI97VdPhdM
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
8 years
I'm sure it must be out there somewhere. Headline reading "Jamaican Smokes De Grasse" #Olympics #TeamCanada
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
You don’t have to be a veteran of riding the buses to feel the devastation. If you’re a parent,sibling ,friend or teammate you can’t help to be affected by the tragedy.Please continue to give on go fund me a small way to help ease the burden of the days ahead #Prayers4Humboldt
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
Back when they selected 4 Stars post game
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Nick Alberga
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
“Red”
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
8 years
#NHLAllStar I have the overwhelming desire to take John Scott to Dairy Queen and say I'm proud of ya buddy. You did great
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
(Unofficial) Annual final game pic of the “crew”... game 82 underway ... up next .. Game 1
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
Took my kids to Chicago so they could experience what I did at their age through 7Hawks camps.I'm also sending them to Springfield tomorrow
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Thanks to @SNKenReid my son @JesseRalph went snooping on the internet and found this gem. Suggesting I forced Bruce Boudreau to learn how to play in his own end. At least one of us prospered from the experience.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
Absolutely heart breaking news. Condolences to you and your family Eric. Hope you can take a small bit of comfort from the support of the hockey world and all those that loved your Dad.
@EricHawerchuk
Eric Hawerchuk
4 years
After an incredibly brave and difficult battle with cancer, our dad has passed away. My family is so proud of him and the way he fought. #HawerchukStrong
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
I’m not sure what the bigger problem is. Having $1,326 in Marriott pens. Or never remembering which three still work
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
10 years
Stat of the night http://t.co/PukgZYRqnG
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
I wasn’t crying! I wasn’t. Stupid allergies
@kreebs29
kreebs29
6 years
@FAN590 @Canuckmaiden @BonsieTweets @Jim_Ralph Poor Jim. Looked like he was going to cry after Plecky scored. I love the emotion you two show way up there in your perch. Bless you both for calling memorable games for so many Leafs faithful.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
The movie about @GoldenKnights season will have a Golden Retriever in emergency recall, backstopping the team to its Cup win. Just to make it more believable. Incredible
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Have to get it out of the Hall if Fame ....
@TSN1050Radio
TSN 1050 Toronto
5 years
. @Jim_Ralph got your gear on hand?
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
8 years
Chicago is a great sports town. Hawks beat leafs in a shoot out and the city goes nuts. #intheloop
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
@HennyTweets Tough day. Tough decision. But always brothers. Will miss “4am lobby” on early flights. Love ya Henny
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Love the Play Offs... and the people you get to see. Doc Emerick, @RonMacLeanHTH
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Another great start to Roger Neilson’s Coaching Clinic with Bruce Boudreau.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
On the next episode of #TheLastDance Michael Jordan gives the real reason for giving up the cursed #45 in Chicago
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Not sure if it’s an omen or not but watching game 7 in the Muskokas with two guys that played in Boston’s last home cup win. Bobby and Chessie
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
My closest chance at the Vezina. Ruined again by Refs Billy McCreary Rob Asseltine @rickvaive22 and @djpoulin20
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
Glad @BizNasty2point0 one of the games great characters is still in the game. I’ve assure him radio colour is the most prestigious position in sports
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
My dogs name is Pang
@Panger40
Darren R Pang
6 years
A very Happy and appreciative Thanksgiving to all. Every day is a great day, especially when you can still give your girl, @SammyPang puppy Ralph the ole 9 of hearts on the driveway.
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Jim Ralph
5 years
Incredible job by our “Broadcast Brothers” ... can’t fake passion! Incredible day and calls
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Jim Ralph
5 years
Off Day...
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
I can see the headlines tomorrow “Washington Winners Aided By Russians” #ALLCAPS
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
Thankfully I was able to block a field goal attempt late in the third
@OHL_History
OHL History
4 years
Action shot of Ottawa 67’s goaltender Jim Ralph attempting to make a save on Soo Greyhounds forward Brian Gualazzi, while teammate Arthur Rutland waits for a potential rebound. This game took place on January 12th 1979. Ottawa won 9-6.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
@odognine2 Chef BoyrDog
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Practice round in Parry Sound with Dennis Hull. Golf seems irrelevant today
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
You’re welcome any time Andrew! Great meeting you
@AndrewONielsen
Andrew Nielsen ♿️⬇️🏢
5 years
Listen closely. I’ll be helping @Jim_Ralph and @GordStellick do the radio broadcast tonight. @MapleLeafs #LeafsForever ⁠ ⁠
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Great running into Flyers great Brian Propp last night, has won some health battles and is looking great.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
That moment when you realize 2,999 plus 1 equals 3,000
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
Still holding out..... NHL record intact
@odognine2
Jeff O’Neill
4 years
Jim Ralph should’ve went in net.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
9 years
Jays Donaldson fortunate the the toughness of Volquez subdued by 60 year old bench coach. #jays
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Tough night in Boston but can’t help but admire the broadcasting talents on Sharks/Vegas game. @GMillerTSN @rayferrarotsn @KeithJones and special mention to @10PSharp who was born for the job .... and not a goalie among them....
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Happy Canada Day and Happy Birthday to @CoreyHirsch whomtoday fets to golf with his goaltending idol ...and me With Mike Palmateer
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Thanks @BizNasty2point0 for the lubrication . Wish this was around when I played .... may not have been better but would have cared way less @spittinchiclets @RearAdBsBlog @ryanwhitney6
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
Thanks to Marriott SPG social media team. Tweeted about pen collection last week and 7lbs worth showed up. Now about those 10 days in Hawaii... #marriottrewards
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
It does make me smile when I hear the word “homer” relating to PXP Henderson has scored for Canada, do you believe in miracles?touch em all Joe and any Cubs Win! Will always be my favorites
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
3 years
Great news to hear that Mike Lange will be back in the booth alongside @pbourque29 for the Penguins broadcast tonight. Love you Mikey (and Bourquie.... a little too)
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
Freddie Andersen has given up one first period goal in his last six games (vs Arizona) stopping 72 of 73
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
Can’t believe I’m taller now
@Ottawa67sHockey
Ottawa 67’s
7 years
1982 🗓️ Jim Ralph sets the record for most wins by a #67s goalie with 107, a record that still stands! You can see Jim at Friday's game.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
I believe you’re referring to the “young Russian forward “
@CoachFrank18
Coach Frank
6 years
@BonsieTweets @Jim_Ralph Better hope Der-Arguchinstev doesnt touch the puck, Enjoy that name boys !!!!
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
10 years
Just got off phone with Jim Corsi (honestly) looking for jokes for mc gig told him one. Said it made no sense to him. I told him we r even
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
A captive audience is our kind of audience. We’re huge in elevators too!
@Wmac147
William McNylander29
6 years
@torontobaghead Getting caught in transit and being "forced" to listen to @BonsieTweets and @Jim_Ralph actually describe the game in front of them with skill, enthusiasm and humour is one of the purest joys of life.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
12 years
Locked out. Settled. 7 yrs later not happy with old deal. Think my ex wife's lawyer is working for NHL.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
Was a huge fan of the aretnas growing up.
@DaveAMcCarthy
Dave McCarthy
7 years
#Leafs will wear this sweater for the Next Century Game vs Carolina #Hurricanes on Dec 19 at 2pm. #NHL
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
9 years
Canada wins gold at world juniors but now for the nervous wait for announcement of Corsi numbers. #canada
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
1 year
New handle same guy @Bonsie1951
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
@rayferrarotsn finally got a selfie after years of asking
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Nothing like being the second best left hand goalie to play in the Leafs system in a golf cart. With Mike Palmateer.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Congrats to @wick_22 on new appointment with @MapleLeafs I’m sure you’re so looking forward to more insightful conversations in the future.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
Yes. See 2006 through 2016 ....
@franciswthwolvs
Francis Doyle
7 years
@Jim_Ralph Be honest, in those 20+ years, you and Bonesie ever have a few drinks during a broadcast?
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Jim Ralph
9 years
Jays sponsored TV ads might support Harold Reynolds #catch http://t.co/4kk17xdMW6
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Jim Ralph
6 years
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
@BonsieTweets 40 years later ... can’t believe the snow still hasn’t melted ...
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
I’m not sure if Vegas won or I’m binge watching Game of Thrones again.Lannisters look ready.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Getting ready to tee it up at the Bill Cannon Memorial Golf Tournament in Sarnia with @BonsieTweets
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
9 years
Happy for Jonathan Bernier's weekend.13 goals scored in two shutout wins Equals goal support in 9 Leafs starts. Be nice to prove many wrong
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
10 years
Leafs score once in two games at Joe Louis Arena and take 3 of 4 points. #hugyourgoalie
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
10 years
That was easy. ...... Bring on Turks and Caicos. #GoCanadaGo
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
1 year
@DownGoesBrown I need guidance Sean boy….
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Greg Gilbert looks the same every time I see him.
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
Careful.... sometimes things like that get stolen and used on the air ....
@JesseRalph
Jesse Ralph
5 years
The Tyler Ennis-Nic Petan-Trevor Moore Line shall be known as “THE FIVE NINE LINE”
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
. @BonsieTweets Career broadcast 3,000. Congrats pal. Sorry but just the hair colour is off. #mr3000 #tmltalk
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
7 years
Yankee pitching retired 11 Red Sox in a row during IOS update. #applegate
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
8 years
Short 36 years later. Randy Cunneyworth Sabres player personnel and Adam Creighton Bruins scout. #ottawa67s
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Including game ops the Golden Knights are expected to be $63.5 million over next years salary cap. @goldenknights . #incredible
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
1 @HennyTweets @BonsieTweets and I kill time during the season coming up with all time NHL teams based on names. Has to have played pro hockey. We started woth the All Time Farm team. G- Jamie Ram. Jason Woolley. Todd Ewen. Mark Lamb. Captain Ray Sheppard Stu Barnes owner
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
5 years
No rest for the weary. With @Matt__Devlin at the #elly4kids golf tournament
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Jim Ralph
7 years
Great day being a part of the Ryan Ellis golf tournament. After a long play off run was back in Hamilton giving back. #elly4kids
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
6 years
Topps, Upper Deck, O Pee Chee and IGA. The Cadillacs of cards
@SNKenReid
Ken Reid
6 years
People often ask just how many cards I have. Well the answer is I have so many that even this beauty is in the collection ⁦ @Jim_Ralph #notforsale
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
4 years
Best ever @futa44la
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@Jim_Ralph
Jim Ralph
9 years
Great time tonight at Darcy Tucker Roast in Barrie. Minor hockey the winner. http://t.co/ewLnaoz9dg
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