BigTex 1 Report post Posted February 17, 2007 I'm just saying this on my own, no rumors, bellowing mooses, or eklunds. With the win tonight the Blues are now only 10 points behind Minnesota for the final playoff spot and they've been playing GREAT. You know those guys want to win and make the playoffs, especially after missing for the first time in forever last year. They're pro athletes, they're competitive. If I'm the GM of the Blues what I'd do is hold onto my guys and let them keep playing well. They may actually make the post season and that would be a great story for all involved. There's plenty of season left. I know this would suck for the Wings, who are trying to pick up a rental player because it would take two and possibly three great deadline guys off the market, but you got to let these guys try and acheive something worth while here. Don't break it up and throw in the towel, Checketts. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bcwingsfan19 0 Report post Posted February 17, 2007 Hmm.. never thought about that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Agalloch Report post Posted February 17, 2007 They're still awful. Yes, they've been playing well recently, but they dug themselves a huge hole, and they won't get out of it. If they stood pat and didn't trade away Guerin, Tkachuk, or Brewer, they'd make a huge mistake. Besides, Guerin already knows he's going to the Wings. He single handedly beat the Preds tonight. Nice to see he's already helping his future team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigTex 1 Report post Posted February 17, 2007 Worst case scenario for the Blues is that they don't trade anyone and after the deadline all the sudden cool off. You gotta admit, it would be a hard decision to make. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SouthernWingsFan 854 Report post Posted February 17, 2007 They're still awful. Yes, they've been playing well recently, but they dug themselves a huge hole, and they won't get out of it. If they stood pat and didn't trade away Guerin, Tkachuk, or Brewer, they'd make a huge mistake. Besides, Guerin already knows he's going to the Wings. He single handedly beat the Preds tonight. Nice to see he's already helping his future team. How does Guerin already know? He called you via his cell phone after his conversation with Wings management? Anyways, Blues are slowly starting to get their acts together. I wasn't surprsied when they blanked us last week, they almost came away with a win at JLA earlier this month as well. It might be too little/too late if as long as Calgary and Minnesota (current 7/8 seeds) don't flop, but as long as they keep winning or getting into OT, they got somewhat of an attainable shot. They don't have much margin for error though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockey13Playa 240 Report post Posted February 17, 2007 How does Guerin already know? He called you via his cell phone after his conversation with Wings management? Anyways, Blues are slowly starting to get their acts together. I wasn't surprsied when they blanked us last week, they almost came away with a win at JLA earlier this month as well. It might be too little/too late if as long as Calgary and Minnesota (current 7/8 seeds) don't flop, but as long as they keep winning or getting into OT, they got somewhat of an attainable shot. They don't have much margin for error though. Well Put!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vincanni 1 Report post Posted February 17, 2007 This had always been a thought in the back of my mind amidst all the Guerin Tkachuk talk, but I seriously doubt it, Colorado's gonna make it before they do and I seriously doubt they'll pull it off. Minnasota's past their injury problems and won't budge and Calgary is way to good to slip that far. This isn't even ruling Edmonton into the mix either. Though the Blues have been one of the hottest teams overall in the NHL since the coashing switch, bothers me considering I want Guerin wearing red and white come playoff time more than anyone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Agalloch Report post Posted February 17, 2007 How does Guerin already know? He called you via his cell phone after his conversation with Wings management? Anyways, Blues are slowly starting to get their acts together. I wasn't surprsied when they blanked us last week, they almost came away with a win at JLA earlier this month as well. It might be too little/too late if as long as Calgary and Minnesota (current 7/8 seeds) don't flop, but as long as they keep winning or getting into OT, they got somewhat of an attainable shot. They don't have much margin for error though. Smh @ you not getting my sarcasm. Wow, I hope you were joking. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted February 17, 2007 Nashville is 5-5 in their last 10 games. 4-5-1 coming into tonight. They have not been consistent lately - they had their hot streak a few weeks ago. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigTex 1 Report post Posted February 17, 2007 Colorado is only 2 or 3 points ahead of StL, it's a really close race right now. I bet if we get Guerin it'll be right at the deadline, I think they wait till the last possible second to trade him just in case. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted February 17, 2007 Is this because they beat Nashville? So what, the LA Kings beat Nashville about a week ago, and I don't see anyone giving them a playoff prediction. They might still make it, but that seems very unlikely at the moment. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
toby91_ca 620 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 10 points out of the playoffs with 22 games to go seems like a pretty slim to none in terms of chances of getting in. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Airborn 0 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 Slim chance, but crazier things have happened. And once you get in..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 Slim chance, but crazier things have happened. And once you get in..... ...you could be like Edmonton! Hey, that rhymes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pskov Wings Fan 71 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 I remember I heard that it will take about 94 points this year in the West to make playoff (not sure about the source). For St. Louis it means that they have to win 80 % of remaining games. Seems like a tall order. Also they are 4-5-1 in last ten, not at all impressive. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 With the Blues still in the playoff race I do not think they will trade any of their players..... Picking up someone from Columbus like Modin would be a lot more realistic.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
superstarsingh 23 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 They're still awful. Yes, they've been playing well recently, but they dug themselves a huge hole, and they won't get out of it. If they stood pat and didn't trade away Guerin, Tkachuk, or Brewer, they'd make a huge mistake. Besides, Guerin already knows he's going to the Wings. He single handedly beat the Preds tonight. Nice to see he's already helping his future team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Griffin 0 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 speaking of the blues why didnt e.j play this year, did we want to go back to collage? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 St. Louis is in a GREAT position for next season, they have to trade both Guerin and Tkachuk, and I wouldve said trade Weight again too as well...but i think he signed a 2 year deal. They have the 2 most sought after guys at the deadline, they can acquire some young talent on the cusp of the NHL (or current young NHLers) and then add their big guns in the offseason. Hell they could even bring both back if they wanted to return. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SouthernWingsFan 854 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 speaking of the blues why didnt e.j play this year, did we want to go back to collage? Who the heck is E.J. and why would somebody who started in the NHL go back to play college hockey? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
scsgoal31 0 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 (edited) Who the heck is E.J. and why would somebody who started in the NHL go back to play college hockey? I assume he meant Erik Johnson...who has not played in the NHL yet. And yes, he's playing for U-Minn this year, which was his own decision. He had committed to them and wasn't about to back out. I think most recently he has put his chances of going to the NHL next year at 60/40 in the affirmative. Edited February 18, 2007 by scsgoal31 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Griffin 0 Report post Posted February 18, 2007 of course i meant erik johnson(#1 pick in 06 southerwingsfan you dumbie) anyways thanks for tht scsgoal31 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
