RedStormRising

Probably just me, but I think his time is coming up pretty soon. At times he looks incredibly sluggish out there. Yes, he makes up with it with his stick work right now, but soon enough that won't make up for his lack of mobility. I just hope he doesn't pull a Chelios and goes out on top at the right time.

Halfway through the playoffs, who do you see as the top Conn Smythe candidates among all teams? Here's my list Detroit: Franzen/Osgood Chicago: Havlat Pittsburgh: Crosby Carolina: Staal/Ward I'd put Crosby out in front of everyone at this point (unfortunately).

GAA 1.80 SV% .937 That's why... Pretty solid if you ask me. EDIT: And there goes Thomas' chance at the Conn Smythe... haha

Debatable. When opposing fans are ridiculous and post absurd things they deserve to be put in their place. I'm sure everyone here's loves to discuss hockey with other knowledgeable fans, but in most cases they aren't and are just looking for a reaction.

Lets Go Wings!!!

Hmmm... does any of this... NHL rulebook - (NEW for 2005-06) A player who is deemed to be the instigator of an altercation in the final five (5) minutes of regulation time or at any time in overtime, shall be assessed an instigator minor penalty, a major for fighting, a ten minute misconduct and an automatic one-game suspension. The length of suspension will double for each ... Read Moresubsequent offense. In addition, the player's coach shall be fined $10,000 -- a fine that will double for each subsequent incident. ...apply here?

Honestly I still can't believe this happened... I am still furious. Screw you Bettman!

Cheers! :beerbuddy: (I'll be celebrating my 21st tomorrow, so the Wings better win or it could be a long night...) Lets Go Wings!

Same! I literally said, "Oh. my. god. He touched the octopus. They are screwed..." I was so happy when I saw that! Respect the Octopus! :octo: Lets Go Wings!

This is bogus. Caps fans are *******. So much for me liking them... The guy was obviously frustrated from Ovie dominating his team. I have said things like 'Oh, I wish Pronger would die' and what not. This is ridiculous. People say a lot of stuff on the internet that they don't actually mean; its tough to decipher sarcasm on a computer screen. Nonetheless that's what it is. Nothing more, nothing less. Caps fans should get over it and stop being babies about it. Going out of their way to cause trouble for that guy? Come on now...

haha no problem.. I was just about to post it anyways but you beat me to it.

For those that haven't read about it. Wisniewski called Tomas Holmstrom elbow 'gutless play'

Hey Jake Ryan, I've noticed that all you do is complain about ridiculous things and are negative just to get a reaction out of people. This along with your join date makes it increasingly look like you are in fact a troll. However you are apparently doing a good job at not blatantly being a troll and attempting to be a fan. So please move along or stop being 100% negative just to get a reaction. It gets old quick. If you are a Wings fan, please acquire some knowledge about the team and hockey first before you post again. Edit: Same goes for you rcTycoon

Great job as always! Thanks!

So I've been waiting for someone to crunch the numbers and tell us how this directly impacts Hossa signing... What is the max the Wings could offer Hossa at this point now? or do we just have to wait and see for now...?

No, but Jeff Bridges might be because it is obviously not as clear cut as he is making it out to be. What's the name of Pavel's agent? I wouldn't be surprised if it was Jeff Bridges; whom I believe needs to get off his knees as Datsyuk has a wife for that...

Because they are both world-class players with unbelievable talent. It simply does not matter who is "better." They are both the definition of elite. Honestly I find this "debate" to be pointless. They both have their specialties and their weaknesses, but in the end they are both amazing. Personally I'd take Hossa over them both... Zetterberg has all but been named the next Captain, which seems to warrant that he has tremendous leadership capabilities don't you think?

Sad to say but I really think I'd be Maltby-esque.

Mike Green... yawn...

Is it really necessary to air out a man's dirty laundry? People make mistakes and it's unfortunate. Why do people insist on recalling someone's past only once they have done something great? Give the man his due; he is one of the best goalies in the history of the game. Leave the past in the past. I'm sure he's moved on and so should you. Brodeur is the man! If only he could have broke the record in a Wings jersey...

Well said aflac!

Ummm the differences between last year's goaltending and defense and this year is night and day... Is it just me or am I the only one who sees this?

There is also a difference between being a realist and seeing everything through rose-colored glasses! I can see that......why can't you?

"The 10-minute misconduct could also be applied to any other fight a referee believes was staged." Technically, aren't the majority of fights "staged" due to the "The Code"... I don't like having a 10-minute misconduct called solely based on the discretion of a referee trying to determine was is and isn't a legit fight.