“Maybe it’s that I like the players. Pat Maroon has a spectacular beard.” Cooper’s mouth drops open. “And I don’t?” I just smile, pretending to ponder it deeply as I tap my nail against my chin. “Let’s see. Do you root for the Islanders or Rangers? You’re from Long Island, it can’t be the Sabres.” “Choose wisely, Red. Our next hookup depends upon it.” “Oh yeah?”
