Blackhawks' Nick Foligno Takes the Ultimate Joke to New Heights with Fellow Coach Nick Sirianni: 'We'll Do the Spider-Man Thing'
Chicago Blackhawks forward Nick Foligno has taken his Halloween antics to new heights by embracing his uncanny resemblance to Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni. The two have long been referred to as doppelgangers, but now they're fully capitalizing on the joke.
Foligno's Halloween party outfit – a brown wig, an Eagles visor, and headset – was met with laughter when he discovered that Sirianni had also dressed up in a similar manner just days prior. A photo of Sirianni walking Philadelphia sidewalks wearing a No. 17 Hawks jersey surfaced on social media, further solidifying the duo's comedic connection.
When asked about his encounter with Sirianni, Foligno praised the Eagles coach for being "a great sport" and acknowledged that their similarities have earned them both significant points in terms of personality. The two haven't met in person, but they're eager to shake hands soon.
"We'll do the Spider-Man thing," Foligno quipped. "Just point at each other." This nod to the iconic superhero move was inspired by how fans reacted when Sirianni's Eagles won the Super Bowl. It's a lighthearted jab that showcases the playful side of both coaches.
In between Halloween shenanigans, Foligno has been focusing on his role in Chicago. He's averaging 14:45 of ice time and has four assists to show for it in his first eight games, although he's yet to score a goal. As a fourth-line forward, Foligno finds himself in a defensive position more often than not.
However, he's optimistic about the Blackhawks' team dynamic, which he believes adapts quickly from mistakes. The young squad shows resilience and a strong work ethic, according to Foligno, who has been impressed by their ability to regroup after setbacks.
"It seems like we learn these lessons quickly," Foligno said. "I give these guys a ton of credit: They care a lot, they want to be better, and they want to win."
Chicago Blackhawks forward Nick Foligno has taken his Halloween antics to new heights by embracing his uncanny resemblance to Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni. The two have long been referred to as doppelgangers, but now they're fully capitalizing on the joke.
Foligno's Halloween party outfit – a brown wig, an Eagles visor, and headset – was met with laughter when he discovered that Sirianni had also dressed up in a similar manner just days prior. A photo of Sirianni walking Philadelphia sidewalks wearing a No. 17 Hawks jersey surfaced on social media, further solidifying the duo's comedic connection.
When asked about his encounter with Sirianni, Foligno praised the Eagles coach for being "a great sport" and acknowledged that their similarities have earned them both significant points in terms of personality. The two haven't met in person, but they're eager to shake hands soon.
"We'll do the Spider-Man thing," Foligno quipped. "Just point at each other." This nod to the iconic superhero move was inspired by how fans reacted when Sirianni's Eagles won the Super Bowl. It's a lighthearted jab that showcases the playful side of both coaches.
In between Halloween shenanigans, Foligno has been focusing on his role in Chicago. He's averaging 14:45 of ice time and has four assists to show for it in his first eight games, although he's yet to score a goal. As a fourth-line forward, Foligno finds himself in a defensive position more often than not.
However, he's optimistic about the Blackhawks' team dynamic, which he believes adapts quickly from mistakes. The young squad shows resilience and a strong work ethic, according to Foligno, who has been impressed by their ability to regroup after setbacks.
"It seems like we learn these lessons quickly," Foligno said. "I give these guys a ton of credit: They care a lot, they want to be better, and they want to win."
I gotta say, Nick Foligno's Spider-Man joke with Coach Sirianni is CLASSIC 
. It's awesome how the two are embracing their doppelganger vibe and having fun with it! 
I'm loving the lighthearted banter between them – it's a great way to diffuse any tension. And on a more serious note, it's rad to see Foligno talking about the Blackhawks' team dynamic... they do seem to be adapting quickly and working together 
. Can't wait to see how this season unfolds! 
just imagine them doing that Spider-Man point 
️ they seem like a resilient bunch, which is awesome 
. It's like they're having the most fun with each other, and I'm here for it 
It's like a comedic dream come true! And Foligno is right on point about his team, too - it sounds like they're really learning from their mistakes and working together 
. I'm rooting for them already! 
I'm not even mad that they're poking fun at themselves, it's all in good spirits. Foligno's comments about Sirianni being a "great sport" and how similar they both are is so refreshing 
Hockey's all about camaraderie and having a blast with your teammates. And I'm loving what I've seen from the Blackhawks' young squad - that resilience and work ethic is gonna take them far 
. The fact that they can regroup after setbacks says a lot about their resilience and work ethic #ResilienceIsKey 
. Can't wait to see what the rest of the season holds for them! 
It's all about having a good sense of humor, but sometimes I think we're just distracting ourselves from more important things.
I mean, who doesn't love a good underdog story? And it's awesome that they're not taking themselves too seriously, especially with Sirianni's Spider-Man nod. 