Get in the game. Literally.

Okay, so there's no NHL, and it's not looking good for the league ever making it back. Most fans seem to have written off not just this season, but the entire NHL, for good. Which leaves software versions of the NHL the only way to get your fix.

SI Games, who are responsible for the commercial version of Eastside Hockey Manager, are offering fans a chance to get their faces in the game. Your picture might be used as a photo for a regenerated player in the game. There's a whole bunch of legal crap you have to agree too, but in short, you can get your picture in the game. Useful for when you next slide on up to that hottie at the bar. You can say "Hey! I'm gonna play for the Calgary Flames in 2010." She'll smile, nervously back away, and leave via the bathroom window.