daniel1 32 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 Chelios to sit for 2nd straight game. I saw him on the ice for Bertuzzi's first practice, but now the Det News is reporting he'll be out "resting" for the second straight game. One game rests for veterans are quite common, but two? This is a weird time of the year to do it to... a month before playoffs even start. I hope it's not something more serious as we're kinda shorthanded already. If he is out will they call up someone? Quincy maybe? He plays with an edge to his game and has been up before too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 Chelios to sit for 2nd straight game. I saw him on the ice for Bertuzzi's first practice, but now the Det News is reporting he'll be out "resting" for the second straight game. One game rests for veterans are quite common, but two? This is a weird time of the year to do it to... a month before playoffs even start. I hope it's not something more serious as we're kinda shorthanded already. If he is out will they call up someone? Quincy maybe? He plays with an edge to his game and has been up before too. No, it means Lilja will be in the lineup. I shall be booing from TV at home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jwo 7 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 It's all good still. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingsfan979802 0 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 Chelios to sit for 2nd straight game. I saw him on the ice for Bertuzzi's first practice, but now the Det News is reporting he'll be out "resting" for the second straight game. One game rests for veterans are quite common, but two? This is a weird time of the year to do it to... a month before playoffs even start. I hope it's not something more serious as we're kinda shorthanded already. If he is out will they call up someone? Quincy maybe? He plays with an edge to his game and has been up before too. aww. whats wrong cheli? why would he sit out for two games i wonder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Winged Scooter 0 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 Slight bit of panic on the Wings part, seeing as the injuries seem to be mounting, are they erring on the side of caution? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckloo39 5,686 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 I am choosing to think that the Wings are unconcerned with winning the division, and that they are systematically resting players who are tired or have a little tweak, not wishing to overuse them or risk further injury. That said, when was the last time Cheli or Dom ever voluntarily skipped a game? The answer is never in either case. So, here's hoping the absences are on the advice and insistence of team managers. Not panicking, just a little concerned... will be more so if they don't show up next week. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Copenhagen848 58 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 Mabye he and Bert are going to the movies or something Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckloo39 5,686 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 Mabye he and Bert are going to the movies or something and taking Dom with them? Now, there would be a sight!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cicada 4 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 mlive says he has a sore groin. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jwo 7 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 Thats odd the article says Coach Mike Babcock is resting Chris Chelios tonight but not because of injury. The team wants to keep Chelios, 45, fresh for the playoffs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brutus 0 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 could be an injury but I bet it is because of the way the Hawks were throwing around the body last game...WHy risk Cheli in a game with a team who has nothing to lose....stick a young guy in or a depth player...plus he is old and a little extra rest won't hurt...and if it is an injury, groin or other, a couple games here or there wont matter...they should start doing it for all the regulars pretty soon...screw the presidents trophy...I dont want it anyway. brutus Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cicada 4 Report post Posted March 2, 2007 http://www.mlive.com/redwings/weblog/index..._03.html#241803 Chris Chelios will also miss the game due to a sore groin. Coach Mike Babcock said neither injury is significant. Brett Lebda, who missed practice Thursday because of the flu, will play tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShanahanMan 473 Report post Posted March 3, 2007 wow.....i cant remember the last time, if any, soooo many players were sitting out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Rule_1010 4 Report post Posted March 3, 2007 wow.....i cant remember the last time, if any, soooo many players were sitting out. I remember back in like 2004-ish there were like 10 regulars out of the line-up due to injury/rest. And the Wings still managed to go on a winning streak. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vincanni 1 Report post Posted March 3, 2007 Can't think of a better time to rest him than a home game against the Blackhawks, I game we were almost definitely suppose to win. Judging by tonights game we could have afforded to rest half our damn team and still have earned those ever precious 2 points. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rage 24 Report post Posted March 3, 2007 hhhhmmmmm Maybe Babcock didn't like Chelios hinting for more PP time on Jim Rome. lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HenrikRules40 14 Report post Posted March 3, 2007 hhhhmmmmm Maybe Babcock didn't like Chelios hinting for more PP time on Jim Rome. lol I saw that! I was like...Cheli it has NEVER worked in the past you think it's gonna work now? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingsfan40 0 Report post Posted March 3, 2007 Getting him rested up for the playoffs isn't the worst thing that could happen. They obviously realize his age and the chance that something could happen. Good move in my opinion Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
