Still MIGHTY

Sorry, I didn't know where else to post this. This is the most recent topic about the game tomorrow and there isnt a GDT for it yet either so... yeah I'll be at the Joe tomorrow to cheer on my boys. I'll be in section 126 row 10 during the game, (down by my guys for warmups) Don't be afraid to say hi and just mention LGW. I'm civil. we can talk haha. I also have one question, would the Ducks be coming from the bench to the ice for warmups or do they come out of the Zamboni tunnel? Thanks and Go Ducks! Here's to a good game!

It's too bad that I'll forever think of Paulina as a dirty, stinkin rat!!! They way he left us... broke my heart as a young Ducks fan... grrrr anyways Stevie Y - Wings Weight - Blues Messier - Rangers Gretzky - Oilers Hasek - Sabres Pronger - Blues (subject to change... if he stays a Duck long enough I'll keep him as a Duck) S. Niedermayer - Devils (ditto to Pronger's) Selanne - Ducks Khabibulin - Lightning Belfour - Blackhawks Leetch -Rangers Blake - Queen Forsberg - Avalanche Bertuzzi - Canuck Jagr - Penguin The list goes on...

It's almost a given that Scott and Teemu won't be back next year, especially given their waffling towards retirement this year. IF they wanted to, Burke has said he wont let this crap happen next year. Theyve got to make a decision by early July. This will be Teemu's last hurrah. Scott has one more year left, so he is the one that is almost iffy. If the Ducks were to win the Cup again this year, then theyre both done. Period. If they dont, Scott is the only one who has to make the decision because he has that one year left. But I think Teemu has said somewhere that this will be the last year.

I know that you all don't like that this is happening especially in the way it is. But I have nothing really substantial to say to this except this. Yes Yes Y-E-S Yessssssssssssss Teemu is joining the team on the upcoming monster of a roadtrip (8 games, 15 days). I will be in Detroit on the 10th and I hope to GOD to see him on that ice. That ice. The scene of the crime he pulled on the Wings last year. Yes, Yes, Yes Go Ducks

Selanne can sign a contract that would pay 2 mil for a complete season, but the actual count against the cap would be however many games are left and that would give him the pro-rated salary for hte rest of the season and the cap hit. It's what happened with Niedermayer earlier. His contract said he would get $6.5 million a year, but since he was suspended he lost the money on his game checks, and so the Ducks didnt have to pay him taht money. Every game check Scotty lost would be added to the available cap. I think Teemu will sign for about $1.4 million and have incentives in the contract. No matter what he does, he just has to fit under this year's cap because I'm pretty sure Teemu wont be back next year either way. Burke has also said that when these guys come back, he's not pulling this s*** next year. He told Scott and Teemu theyve both earned this hospitality and opportunity one time. Good will doesnt extend that far. He said theyd have to tell him before UFA deadline next year. I personally think Teemu and Scott are done after this year, no matter the outcome. We can replace Teemu and Scott next year with our guys in the minors with another year of experience under their belts (namely Bobby Ryan, #2 behind Crosby, for forwards, and Brian Salcido can be brought up into the Defensive ranks and move Schneider with Beauchemin) Burke also told Teemu to save his decision until after the All-Star Game. Burke told Teemu's agent that if he makes a decision during All-Star weekend he will "wring his neck." Him being Teemu I love Burkie

"Twice is nice on ice" Haha Love it!

What? Lil John? sure "OKAAAAAYYYYYYYYYYY"

I think I've seen Progner fight about 4 times (including last night) since he's been here. One against Pittsburgh and Dallas last year, and LA and Detroit this year. The Pitt one was someone was hitting kunitz while he was down and Pronger came flying in with an uppercut and took out the guy. Dallas was pretty evenly matched size wise, which Prongs won. LA was against Handzus because he shot the puck at Jiggy like 3 secs after the whistle (that added a little fuel to the budding fire of the rivalry) and then against Cleary. But of all the fights I believe Cleary was the only guys demonstratively shorter than Prongs. Everyone else was about his size... and its not like Pronger singled Cleary out. He agreed to fight him so, I don't think its too fair to put in all on Prongs.

I'm so glad there are rational Wings fans out there. It's restored my faith in your fan base. Over a seven game series (go ahead call me a homer or look at it unbiased) I think the Ducks' play would wear on the Wings and the Ducks would win in 6 or 7. Almost every Ducks/Wings series from now on will probably be similar to last year's West Finals. Ducks or Wings in 6 or 7. I believe it would be the Ducks, and most of you would believe it would be the Wings. Thats how it goes, and how it will go.

hm... nice. Thanks I was in the stands. From my vantage point, It looked like he beat the ever-livin' hell out of him. I havent seen the replay yet. either way. There was blood. and swelling. and purple Cleary got effed up.

Hey I'm sorry if I rubbed some of you guys the wrong way earlier. I was just having a little fun with some opposing fans in pre-game. We all do it. Also, I just really hate hearing that old Disney-joke re-run in any forum I'm on when I talk about the Ducks. I respect the Wings. I do. You're a great team with a great history that the Ducks are no where near at this point. It happens when you have 75 years more experience at this thing. I've just never taken the Ducks as a joke. I'm turning 18 on February 9th (and I'll be in Detroit for the game on the 10th) and the Ducks have really been the only team I've known in my life. I've been going to games since I was 3 years old. This team is a huge part of my life. We've had season tix every year the Ducks have been in existence. Thats why I feel so much for this team. And the series we've had with the Wings recently and overall have made me grow a sort of passion against your Wings. But thats good. I love a good, mean-spirited rivalry. I'm sorry if I bleed Orange/Black/Gold (or Jade/Eggplant/Gray) but its just me. I love this team with all my soul. So most trash talk I can take. The we're goons crap or Pronger's gap or any of that. But the whole Disney/cartoon thing. Thats been long over. I am a Duck! and damn proud of it.... All that aside now. The game. I was there and my god it was intense. That was probably the best 1st period we've played all year. Bertuzzi getting into it early and Pronger beatin the ever-livin' out of Cleary (did he ever come back by the way? I wasnt looking for him). Tough and hard fought all around. If not for a few dumb penalties by the Ducks and that broken stick by Beauchemin, it's 0-0 in OT where its all up to the hockey gods and how they determine the game be won. I wouldve gladly taken that hard-earned point and the tie for 1st in the Division. That said, I was really impressed with Detroit and the way we played against you. Great puck movement, control and speed. But in my personal opinion, If we were to meet in the playoffs in a best of 7, I think the Ducks size and strength and determination would eventually wear down on the Wings. It would probably be similar to the Western Finals last year. Either team in 6 or 7. But over a long series, I give the advantage to the Ducks. Overall great game. See you in February at the Joe. Go Ducks!

One of those eh? How bout Teemu Selanne, Scott Niedermayer, JS Giguere? I'm sure theres no consideration for the Hall there. and Jarri Kurri played for us in either 1996 or 1997 I can't recall recall. I'm pretty sure he's in the Hall. I'm also pretty sure Babcrock coached us to Game 7 of the Finals too... So to all you naysayers, yes the Mighty Ducks were named after a Disney movie. But if you ever go to the Pond, we've erased every shred of Disney that used to be there. The only thing that remains are the 93 Inaugual Season and 02-03 Western Champs banners with the Mighty logo on it. I'd probably say we're a legitimate team at this point. Consistent winning seasons. 2 Western Championsips. 1 Pacific Championship. 1 . Whatever, I wont convince you, but umm 02-03 SWEEP, 06-07 Defeat. Oh and GO PRONGER! And also Conway and Banks never played for the Mighty Ducks. They played for the District 5 Ducks, Team USA, and the Eden Hall Warriors JV squad.

I have been waiting on this won (did I misspell that? Nah don't think so ) But seriously, this will be a hard fought game tonight. I doubt you guys really expended that much energy against the Queens last night. Both teams will be up and ready for this game for sure. I'll be there in my usual seat in THE POND (It's not the Ponda. God, how that bothers me when people call it that) "Mighty" Anaheim Ducks: 4 Detroit Dead Things: 2 It'll be a great game for sure. It'll be great to see all the Red Kings fans there tonight as well. Go Ducks! oh and BEWARE of the... Let's have a good clean fight.... LETS GET IT ON!

Good for Bryz. They guy deserved to be a #1 somewhere and he's shown his worth. Kudos Ilya. I MISS YA BRYZ!!

I sense some sour grapes in the crowd Honestly, Perry deserves it. He's 22 years old and is 8th in the league in goals. His success is linked to Getzlaf and vice versa. Much like Kariya and Selanne of the old Mighty Ducks. They need to be in it together. As for Niedermayer, I'm happy another Duck is in, but like you guys, I agree that there are more deserving candidates out there.