HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 http://www.detnews.com/2005/wings/0508/16/.../D04-282023.htm Where's he's getting this trading crap from? I haven't heard a single rumor or rumbling bout Drapes getting traded. That would be by far the dumbest move EVER in Wings history. Yeah lets trade the guy that works his ass off non stop game in and game out, the guy with so much heart & passion for the game, the one who just came off a selke trophy winning season, with unstoppable speed, the best penalty killing, and is starting to be up there in offense as well. I'm getting mad even though I know they'd never trade him. Still makes no sense to where this came about though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaKineMaui 8 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 (edited) Y'know? I read the same article online today as well. Made me wonder if I was missing something being so far away and out of touch. Thanks for being confused by this one as well. Headline should've been "Swallowing Red-hot Razor Blades is unwise" I didn't get it. Anybody heard anything on this foolishness? ::::::::(EDIT)::::::::: I almost forgot.......I blame Osgood for this. Edited August 16, 2005 by DaKineMaui Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 Y'know? I read the same article online today as well. Made me wonder if I was missing something being so far away and out of touch. Thanks for being confused by this one as well. Headline should've been "Swallowing Red-hot Razor Blades is unwise" I didn't get it. Anybody heard anything on this foolishness? hahaha, im also happy that I am not the only one confused by this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruce Campbell 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 I'm 99% positive Draper has a no-trade clause in his contract anyway. BTW - Hi this is my first post, I've been a Wings fan for 10+ years and I'm an Australian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 I'm 99% positive Draper has a no-trade clause in his contract anyway. BTW - Hi this is my first post, I've been a Wings fan for 10+ years and I'm an Australian Hey there. Welcome to the boards. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaKineMaui 8 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 (edited) I'm 99% positive Draper has a no-trade clause in his contract anyway. BTW - Hi this is my first post, I've been a Wings fan for 10+ years and I'm an Australian Aloha Bruce. Hang up your coat......relax. No spitting. Welcome. P.S. OK you can spit. :::::::EDIT::::::: I blame Osgood for you posting here. Edited August 16, 2005 by DaKineMaui Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SpankEmRed 1 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 I'm 99% positive Draper has a no-trade clause in his contract anyway. BTW - Hi this is my first post, I've been a Wings fan for 10+ years and I'm an Australian Welcome Bruce! Loved your movies... are the undead Wings fans? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SouthernWingsFan 854 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 I have been reading some of the most retarded trade rumors lately! I'm glad Eklund isn't wrong almost all the time as an accountant or we'd be in some serious trouble! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RyanBarnes! 293 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 Never heard this "rumor" before. Although Detroit is slightly heavy at centre, I wouldn't worry too much. Kenny doesn't have the balls to make any real changes to this team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bruce Campbell 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 (edited) Thanks for the welcome guys! I recently rediscovered this site after the lockout finished - I've lurked around here for a couple of years, and finally decided to post. Yes the undead are DEFINATELY Red Wings fans SpankEmRed Hopefully they will keep Draper onboard (with the clause in his contract I believe Kris would have have to approve any trade). Although it will be a bit strange not having Darren McCarty and the Grind Line around this season!!! EDIT: And sorry for taking this thread a bit off-topic Edited August 16, 2005 by Bruce Campbell Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
micharion 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 I think the "chatter" being heard about trading Draper is "chatter" from other teams wanting Draper than Kenny saying, "Hey, I have Draper, what do you want for him." Same thing happened for years with Dandenault. The underrated, versatile players that you have on your team always are the ones other teams will inquire about when trade discussions are going on. Personally, I cannot see what people can offer to us that would be worth the 'loss' of Draper. I doubt he is going anywhere. Like I said, it is probably more he is on the 'wish list' of other teams. M P.S. - My first post also. Been lurking for ever though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingschamps 0 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 Kris Draper: Signed a four-year, $11.25 million contract (pre-rollback) on July 1, 2004 that includes a no-trade clause. Draper will earn $2.128 million annually (post-rollback) until the conclusion of the 2007-2008 season, after which he will become a Group III Unrestricted Free Agent. (top) thats from the cap room on letsgowings. cant trade him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted August 16, 2005 Kris Draper: Signed a four-year, $11.25 million contract (pre-rollback) on July 1, 2004 that includes a no-trade clause. Draper will earn $2.128 million annually (post-rollback) until the conclusion of the 2007-2008 season, after which he will become a Group III Unrestricted Free Agent. (top) thats from the cap room on letsgowings. cant trade him. good to know, I forgot bout the no trade clause. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Saran 1 Report post Posted August 17, 2005 draper wont be leaving detroit Share this post Link to post Share on other sites