One look at his mug makes it apparent. Chris Thorburn is not a tax attorney. This guy isn't pecking away at a computer or attending corporate status meetings. It's obvious he works for a living. Thorburn is the quintessential "lunch pail" player. His play on the ice reminds long-time hockey fans of past era when the game featured more blood and knuckles and less post-goal celebration.
Acquired from the Penguins before the 2007 season, Thorburn brought instant guts, hustle and selflessness to a club low in all before mentioned categories. A member of the Thrashers 4th line, A.K.A "energy line", A.K.A Greek God line", Thorburn brings physicality and an emerging offensive presence to the ice every night. His secondary role is #2 Enforcer on the Thrasher club. At 6'3", 225 pounds, the 27 year old center is a tough opponent in a scrap. But that's just background. Why do we love Chris around Blueland? It's the hair.
The Thorburn Post-Fight Fro
In most fights this Fan has seen that involved Thorburn, inevitably Chris ends up mostly undressed. After most fights he is helmetless. And out comes the fro. I'm a guy that appreciates a healthy head of hair. Mine has been retreating since college. I no longer have a need for product unless fertilizer counts. Chris has no such problem. He is 6'3", 6'7" with a fully extended fro. After a fight, the static and contact brings his quaff into all its glory. At attention it stands in all it's majesty. It's a sight to see and worth the price of admission.
All that aside, Thorburn is a worker, a great teammate and a guy that will do the dirty work on the ice. His energy and strength is the glue that keeps together a very entertaining and effective Thrasher 4th line.
In the off-season Thorburn has been involved with community activities such as a Habitat for Humanity build in Atlanta. He is also is friends with Peter Moylan of the Braves. Thrasher fans hope his ties to community will result in a long stay on the ice in Phillips arena.
Your Loyal Servant,
Sean Grace
Right on! Could not have said it better. No doubt - Thorburn is a character player. Glad to see that the Thrashers are starting to recognize his value. Character players like Thorburn get better with age and have a greater influence on the other players year after year. Keep up the hard work Thorby!
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