Here's proof

Now, I wouldn't blame you for doubting that I'd actually hound the Carolina Hurricanes on Saturday. Given my recent penchant for sleep, I was beginning to make a habit out of offering excuses, not autographs.

If that's the case, I hope this 2008 NHL All Star Game puck, autographed by Carolina's Eric Staal, the game's MVP, stand as proof-positive that I forsake a pregame nap yesterday afternoon.

Please know, too, that it isn't the last puck of the season. You'll have to wait, though, to see who else signed for me.