CalWingNut

LOL ... I think it is worth a try. One thing I love about Wings Fans is the cleverness of the chants. I was a little disappointed to hear the Joe fans resort to such a mediocre chant.

If it is the one I am thinking of, yes, it is in an area that is not accessible to the general public. It's a small place for the Wings Alumni and their family and guests. Really nice inside. Unfortunately I didn't get a chance to try the food... was only there as part of a tour.

R G D T !!! If you don't know what that means, search the archives. Ladies, we all have to do our part. Yeah, I'm superstitious!!!!

Comments about "empty seats" aside, what are the chances of getting a single ticket to Game 5 at the Joe? I'm in So Cal so obviously I need to do a little planning to get there... do ya think there are any legitimate tix available?

I wish I could make it to game 2! I'm afraid game 5 is the best I can do. I'll be in Indianapolis that weekend and could do a quick trip for that one. Hope another Wings fan can snag the seats for game 2!!!

Thanks for the encouraging news!!!

Gosh, you would give up cleaning the house, worrying about the menu, and just the general hassel of hosting a party just to go to a couple of games in Detroit? LOL! Have a GREAT TIME!!! Can't wait to see the pics! Anyone else in So Cal interested in meeting up at a bar or something? I'm thinking of Oggi's in Mission Viejo (close to the 5, Alicia exit) but am certainly open to other options. (I know, I know... Oggi's is a sponsor of the Ducks now... but that is partly because a certain Red Wing fan introduced them to the idea of hockey watch parties many years back...)

OK, this is too good to miss. I'm ditching some of the work stuff to come for at least the first period or two. I'll let you know about the appetizer in a bit... still thinking. I'm also open to suggestions, but it has to be something simple!

See y'all at JT's before the game. For some reason the Wings never, ever win if I am in the building, so I am going to watch this from my couch. But will stop and say hi a the pregame gathering. Let me know if you need me to snag a table or keep some bar stools warm!

Can I come to the pregame meeting and festivities at JT Schmidts even if I can't make it to the game? If so, count me in!

May the force be with each and every one of you with the guts to toss the squid. I love it! The ushers at the Anaheim Pond/Honda Center were always on the lookout, but as far as I know they never knew how to detect them. Probably the same in Columbus! Good luck.. I will be watching!

Great game! Great party! Glad to meet so many members of the So Cal contingent! Go Wings!

I hope to make it! Big day of yard work planned, but hopefully I can escape! Looking forward to it!

Hello... Just got home from work. Anyone on the west coast know if the game is on tv? Everything says VS HD, but I'm just seeing some show on base jumpers ... ugh...

Best experience? Meeting Cheli a few years back here in Anaheim. He ignored the bus and came to talk to Wings fans waiting in the driveway. Took time to chat with everyone. As he was signing my jersey (I was wearing it while standing on the barrier gate) I slipped. Cheli says "[blank!] You made me mess it up!" and I say "Sorry - but with Chelios behind me I'm a little nervous." He had the greatest laugh. I also recall seeing Matthieu Schneider after his first game as a Wing... few people noticed him watching the faithful Wings fans watching the Wing's bus load. He was thrilled when a few folks finally recognized him and was very friendly. I've also had the pleasure of meeting and chatting with a number of the new "kids" on the Ducks, and have to say that they are all great guys. Hockey players are the best!

I would go, but the Wings always lose if I'm in the building. :-(