Media Hit Catches Jacques Bonjour Warming-up for EASHL Action Thursday Night

Some players like to hit the ice for a mid-day skate a few hours before the big game. Some players like to lift weights and perform light cardio the morning of. But some players - the most elite players - warm up in another league. Last night, Jacques Bonjour (Quebec, ON) was seen by EASHL media reporters warming up for tonight`s action with his early-days QMJHL team of 5 years past: the Gatineau Olympiques.

Despite being leagues ahead of the minor league 17-18 year olds, Jacques Bonjour was revered in his home town, making his first appearance in Gatineau since 2008. The crowd was hot, cheering old-time chants such as "J'adore Bonjour!" and "Comment-ca-va!?" repeatedly each time Bonjour stepped onto the ice.

Jacques Bonjour making quick work of 18 year old Jean-Baptise Bourgeux

Olympiques GM Benoit Groulx organized a jersey-raising ceremony for the return of their most legendary defenseman. Fans were cheering. Girls were crying. Bonjour was home.



During his season in Gatineu, Bonjour was able to net 87G (an Olympiques record for a defensive player) and an astonishing 120 assists (another record for the Olympiques). Bonjours hits were also astonishing considering his small 5'9 stature. Weighing only 175lbs, Bonjour was able to lay over 200 hits in his single season as an Olympique.

Despite his defensive prowess and obvious advantage over his fellow ice-mates, Bonjour was modest about his near-legendary status. In his post-game interview, Jacques briefly commented on his elation about being back on the ice, and continued to the dressing room.

Jacques Bonjour leveling 17 year old André Giroux in last night`s game

Defensive partner Erique Butet was honored to have the privilege of playing with Bonjour on his line.

"Je suis....ahhh il est....il n'y est pas des mots. Bonjour est la meilleur. Il est un legende en Gatineu."

"C'etaient fantastique!" said one fan outside the arena after the Olympiques dominated their opponents in a 5-3 comeback win.

Jacques Bonjour returns to EASHL Canadian Cowboy action tonight at 8PM EST.