vladdy16 2,154 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Welcome to the boards, Christopher Tequila! Thanks for adding some pre-game insights. While we can't rule out a complete playoff meltdown on Calgary's part (Lord knows we as Wings fans have seen it often enough) I can't help but think that there was some serious locker room ass whoopin's there. I look for Calgary to come out with their concentration on winning the game moreso than taking out players. I think they'll settle down and concentrate on passing and less defensive breakdowns. They're in the own barn tonight, which is exactly what they need. We're on the road, which never hurts us. I'm really, really hoping for some good playoff hockey tonight. Don't let me down, Flames! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FinWing 26 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 I'm kind of on the fence about this one, whether to wake up for the game or not (game time is 5 a.m.). Nah who am I kidding, how could I miss this oh so important game. Let's deliver the deadly third punch, GO WINGS! Btw OsGOD, I love the sig! Can't stop laughing! Nice piece of art again Offsides. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckloo39 5,686 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Hello! New member here. I couldn't resist commenting on tonights game. In some ways I hope Bert doesn't play tonight. If it ain't broke don't fix it. We don't need to have him in the line up to push people around, the Wings are playing a pretty physical game already. They are also playing a SMART physical game. I think Calgary is having trouble doing the same thing. It seems as if they want to come out playing physical in the first period, but their style of physical play is putting them in the penalty box. The Wings are out-working the Flames and this is forcing them to take the penalties. If the Wings can start the game the same way and take the air our of the Saddledome, I don't think the Flames have much of a chance. It is going to be totally on the Wings to keep up the intensity through 60 minutes. The Wings seemed to back off the tiniest bit in the second period of the last game, and the announcers were talking about Calgary getting some momentum. But they still only managed 3 scoring chances in that period! Given what has happened the last few years, I was worried about playing Calgary in the first round, and I never expected it to be so one sided. It seems almost like Calgary hasn't decided to play yet, but I would like to think that the Wings are finally playing like the number one seed and dominating the number 8 like they should every year. So I believe both teams will keep the same game plan for tonight. The Flames will again TRY to do what they said they were going to do the last two games, and the Wings will keep up the intensity and play the smart physical game they have played in the first two. I do think it can be a closer game if the Flames can keep their emotions in check and play smart, but if they come out like the last two they haven't got a chance. Welcome to the forum, glad you could join us! I agree the Flames will come out flying tonight, they play well at home, much like the Wings. But the guys are ready for them. It should be much more of an even contest than the first two games, for sure. But the Wings will prevail! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
superstarsingh 23 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Wooo! I am stoked. It is time that we go for the kill. Take the strangle hold boys. Go Wings Go....play a full 60 minutes and we are set. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hillbillywingsfan 792 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 ok..i say we still win but its gonna be alot closer 4-2 this time. hahahaha flip,calds,homer and dats Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingsfan_54 10 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 FINALLY its about time Game 3 is here I cant wait for it 2 start, omg i dunno if its just me but my stomachs already in knots and so nervous about 2nite, its a big game if we win 2nite the series is pretty much done, but we lose than we give them momentum with 1 more game elft in calgary to follow and i def dont wanan go back to Detroit tied up at 2. I believe Detroit can pull it out because we just have the momentum, sure theyre an amazing home team but were not that bad of a road team so but it shall be a good Game! Come on boys lets Pull it out, we need the 1st goal to silence the crowd LETS GO RED WINGS LETS GO!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bringback91 2 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 All I'm going to say is Z game winning goal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Earthhuman 8 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 I hate late games because it takes forreeeeevvvvvver for it to reach game time. 3-2 Wings I love your avatar. Little Wings, Big Heart! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dicksmack 33 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Zetterberg will break out tonight! You can't keep him off the scoresheet for long... Here's to hoping that the refs don't suddenly pocket their whistles tonight in Calgary--they've been calling the cheating well so far... Wings win a close one... I wanna see Bertuzzi.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YZERMAN WAS THE MAN 0 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Wings take a lead 3-0 but it's a tough one tonight.. wings win 3-2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WingsWingsWings 3 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 (edited) Anyone have any more definite news on Bertuzzi? Or are they truly waiting till Game Time? In some ways I hope Bert doesn't play tonight. If it ain't broke don't fix it. Welcome to the Boards, but I have to respectively disagree. I don't think adding Bert would be viewed as a "fix" of the Wings current lineup, but more of an "upgrade". Sammy needs to sit and put Bert in his place. Sammy hasn't done much in this series so far, and replacing him with Bert would up our chances. I know Bert hasn't played too many games in the Red and White, but he has played smart physical hockey. So - Sit Sammy, Play Bert!!! Edited April 17, 2007 by WingsWingsWings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Dynasty 267 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Anyone have any more definite news on Bertuzzi? Or are they truly waiting till Game Time? Welcome to the Boards, but I have to respectively disagree. I don't think adding Bert would be viewed as a "fix" of the Wings current lineup, but more of an "upgrade". Sammy needs to sit and put Bert in his place. Sammy hasn't done much in this series so far, and replacing him with Bert would up our chances. I know Bert hasn't played too many games in the Red and White, but he has played smart physical hockey. So - Sit Sammy, Play Bert!!! I agree. If you've got a Corvette and it's running 180mph on unleaded regular, it won't hurt to fill it with Ultra. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Anyone have any more definite news on Bertuzzi? Or are they truly waiting till Game Time? Welcome to the Boards, but I have to respectively disagree. I don't think adding Bert would be viewed as a "fix" of the Wings current lineup, but more of an "upgrade". Sammy needs to sit and put Bert in his place. Sammy hasn't done much in this series so far, and replacing him with Bert would up our chances. I know Bert hasn't played too many games in the Red and White, but he has played smart physical hockey. So - Sit Sammy, Play Bert!!! When you put it that way, playing Bert seems like a no-brainer. But Babcock's more likely to sit Hudler. All of a sudden "Sit Hudler - Play Bert" doesn't have the same ring to it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
heretic69 10 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Man, I'm scared. Scared of getting my hopes up and having my heart broken again. I won't get home until 11:30 so hopefully the Wings are in a winning position by then! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OsGOD 3 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 (edited) When you put it that way, playing Bert seems like a no-brainer. But Babcock's more likely to sit Hudler. All of a sudden "Sit Hudler - Play Bert" doesn't have the same ring to it. Making him the worst coach for the wings since Dave Lewis. Com' on babs, pull your head out of your ass and sit the person not adding anything anything more than fruitless shots on goal. Edited April 17, 2007 by OsGOD Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperCalaFilppulastic! 34 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 I will light all the candles in the Bert shrine, and chant... No More Sammy! No More Sammy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jbrwing21 0 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Very close game. Wings 3-2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DETMURDS 7 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Hopefully, we will hear some Calgary Fans booing tonight? Wings win on momentum! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Salviaman 104 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 I am confident our Defense will only allow 25 shots or less. We need Zetterberg to step up big in this game, if he can get a goal or 2 by kipper and add a assist then we will win this game easy IMO. Wings win Red Wings: 6 (Lidstrom, Datsyuk, Zetterberg (2), Calder, Lang) Flames: 3 (Tanguay, Igilna, Hamrilik) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CMatt89 63 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 I don't feel overly confident in this one like I did for 1 and 2. Calgary isn't an away team..they are unstoppable at home though. I think It'll be a tough one..a real close one. Kipper will steal the show again, and I think his team will help him out.... But since I could never predict the Wings to Lose to the Flames...I'm gonna say 2-1 Wings. Zetterberg, Lang Iginla Go Wings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rwfan007 18 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 we will shake off all our west coast monkeys and humiliate the flames 5-1. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OsGOD 3 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Hopefully, we will hear some Calgary Fans booing tonight? Wings win on momentum! Guaranteed... Or is Cheli not playing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingslogo19 281 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Great GDT again... This is a HUGE game, Wings need to win this to go up 3-0, i don't want the flames to get any momentum Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covenant 0 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Let's see: 1. Nerves already kicking for Game 3: CHECK 2. 5 1/2 hours after work to waste until gametime: CHECK 3. 10 beers in the fridge: CHECK 4. ability to nap to waste time? NOPE, see #1. 5. XBox Live hockey? possibility 6. XBox Live baseball? CHECK, great game. 7. 2 1/2 hours to waste @ work? CHECK Apologies all around, I'm freaking nervous, and I only have you LGW'ers to vent to! As a sidenote, CalgaryPuck.com is a great board as well! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Airborn 0 Report post Posted April 17, 2007 Making him the worst coach for the wings since Dave Lewis. Hey, isn't he the only coach since Dave Lewis! BTW - I agree; sit Sammy, not Huds. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
