Rice 42 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 (edited) I've been big on Handzus for a while now. He can play any position, he's a big body, and he plays defense. Look at what happened to Philadelphia after his departure. Hell, look at Chicago. They were playing well until he got hurt. I also think Sundin would be great here if he's willing to sign for the right price. He's a big body to replace Lang on the second line, he's a Swede, and he's a veteran who has a history of coming through in the clutch. If he wants a chance to win before his career is over I can see him signing here. Edited May 16, 2007 by ARice89 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 I've been big on Handzus for a while now. He can play any position, he's a big body, and he plays defense. Look at what happened to Philadelphia after his departure. Hell, look at Chicago. They were playing well until he got hurt. I also think Sundin would be great here if he's willing to sign for the right price. He's a big body to replace Lang on the second line, he's a Swede, and he's a veteran who has a history of coming through in the clutch. If he wants a chance to win before his career is over I can see him signing here. I completely forgot about Handzus. He'd be an awesome fit here. His injury concerns me though, but still, he would fit in well. Sundin will not leave Toronto. If he doesn't sign a two-year deal this summer, then he'll go down to a one-year deal. It's basically been confirmed in just about every form of hockey media. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRum #1 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 I've been big on Handzus for a while now. He can play any position, he's a big body, and he plays defense. Look at what happened to Philadelphia after his departure. Hell, look at Chicago. They were playing well until he got hurt. I also think Sundin would be great here if he's willing to sign for the right price. He's a big body to replace Lang on the second line, he's a Swede, and he's a veteran who has a history of coming through in the clutch. If he wants a chance to win before his career is over I can see him signing here. My concern is we'd be continuing what we're trying to get away from in not re-signing Lang. I want more mobility out of our #2 center...more speed, more youth. Simple question...who would you rather have next season as the #2 center, Sundin/Handzus or Datsyuk/Zetterberg? There is no UFA out there better than Dats or Z. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BringHomeTheCup! 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 I've been big on Handzus for a while now. He can play any position, he's a big body, and he plays defense. Look at what happened to Philadelphia after his departure. Hell, look at Chicago. They were playing well until he got hurt. I also think Sundin would be great here if he's willing to sign for the right price. He's a big body to replace Lang on the second line, he's a Swede, and he's a veteran who has a history of coming through in the clutch. If he wants a chance to win before his career is over I can see him signing here. Chicago also has a guy named Martin Havlat, it wasn't just Handzus. Handzus is a good player, but no better or worse than Lang. If the Leafs can't sign Sudin to a 2-yr deal, they would pick up his team option for next season rather than just let him walk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rage 24 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Put Flip on the second line! The guys been great. The last thing we need is another center anyway. No way Sundin comes here. No way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KronwallCRUNCH 5 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 No thanks to overpaid, undersized, soft centers. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BringHomeTheCup! 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 I don't think Flip is ready for a full-time center roll just yet. I'd like to see him play wing on a line with Pav. I think it's also high time Huds got a legit chance. If we worked in house with some very talented young guys, we could save a lot of money, possibly spend it on a guy like Smyth or Bertuzzi. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rice 42 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Chicago also has a guy named Martin Havlat, it wasn't just Handzus. Handzus is a good player, but no better or worse than Lang. Handzus is better than Lang. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Agalloch Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Handzus sucks. I'll pray by my bed every night for the Wings to not sign him if I have to. The guy wants four million a year, too. Ridiculous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Sundin is the guy I'd want. Can you imagine Z-Dats-Homer Bert-Sundin-Calder/Cleary Maltby-Draper-Calder/Cleary Filpula-Kopecky-Franzen Those are great lines Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BringHomeTheCup! 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Handzus is better than Lang. Half dozen in one hand, 6 in the other... Handzus averages about 38 points per year, Lang 45 points per year, very similar players....equally as ugly too.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Agalloch Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Half dozen in one hand, 6 in the other... Handzus averages about 38 points per year, Lang 45 points per year, very similar players....equally as ugly too.... Hell no about the ugliness. Handzus is far worse in that aspect too. http://images.comcast-spectacor.com/flyers...s/bios/2206.JPG If I had to look at that for a whole year, I'd be throwing up every gameday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cmac19 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Hell no about the ugliness. Handzus is far worse in that aspect too. http://images.comcast-spectacor.com/flyers...s/bios/2206.JPG If I had to look at that for a whole year, I'd be throwing up every gameday. I think everyone's rushing to pick up offense when what we really need to do is put any available cash towards signing Bertuzzi and then a top notch goalie... datz/zetterburg/holmstrom hudler/fillpula/bertuzzi maltby/draper/cleary franzen/ellis/kopecky lidstrom/kronwall schneider/quincy lebda/lilja I'm not sure who the best available goalies will be but I'm sure there will be at least 2 that could come in and not only be great but be someone that could be signed for multiple years Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Elshupacabra 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Hell no about the ugliness. Handzus is far worse in that aspect too. http://images.comcast-spectacor.com/flyers...s/bios/2206.JPG If I had to look at that for a whole year, I'd be throwing up every gameday. He kinda looks like a mix between Holmstrom and Hasek to me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 (edited) I think everyone's rushing to pick up offense when what we really need to do is put any available cash towards signing Bertuzzi and then a top notch goalie... datz/zetterburg/holmstrom hudler/fillpula/bertuzzi maltby/draper/cleary franzen/ellis/kopecky lidstrom/kronwall schneider/quincy lebda/lilja I'm not sure who the best available goalies will be but I'm sure there will be at least 2 that could come in and not only be great but be someone that could be signed for multiple years That line would get dominated , bert would have to do everything And you D is messed , Markov and Cheli should be back , Kronwall wont play with Lidstrom Edited May 16, 2007 by Detroit # 1 Fan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vladinator 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 I'm going to let Kenny Holland make this decision... so you guys can duke it out but it all means nothing in the end, period. Well shoot then...we might as well shut down letsgowings.com and just sit back and watch it all play out...not much use in having these discussions if we can't actually make the decisions... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sibiriak 84 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Um...No? Only if he goes to a non-contender and I doubt he will... He went to the Islanders over a $100,000 difference in salary... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 He went to the Islanders over a $100,000 difference in salary... I still cannot beleive Edmonton didnt offer him 100K more. That said , Smyths a greedy dude Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BringHomeTheCup! 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 I think everyone's rushing to pick up offense when what we really need to do is put any available cash towards signing Bertuzzi and then a top notch goalie... datz/zetterburg/holmstrom hudler/fillpula/bertuzzi maltby/draper/cleary franzen/ellis/kopecky lidstrom/kronwall schneider/quincy lebda/lilja I'm not sure who the best available goalies will be but I'm sure there will be at least 2 that could come in and not only be great but be someone that could be signed for multiple years If you sign Bert and Matty, forget about any other UFA signings. We wouldn't have the cap space. Giggy is the only real proven goalie that will be a UFA. There is no way we would fit him in with Bert and Matty. I'd rather have Markov back at about the same $2.5 then Matty at the $4+ he will most likely ask. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 The Wings should dump Markov and Schneider and sign Hamrlik. He is essentially a hybrid version of Markov and Schneider - A physical Dman with offensive talent and a good point guy. Lidstorm-Hamrlik Kronwall-Lebda Chelios-Quincey-Lilja Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Systemfel 33 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Half dozen in one hand, 6 in the other... Handzus averages about 38 points per year, Lang 45 points per year, very similar players....equally as ugly too....Except Handzus plays defense and kills penalties. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 I dont know where people are getting this "Handzus is so great" stuff. Hes huge, but a complaint from a lot of Philly fans was that he doesnt use his regular size advantage enough. Add on to the fact that he is already slow AND that hes had a knee injury and...you're looking at a more defensive version of Robert Lang who has a little more trouble putting the bisket in the basket, has been off for the entire season, and was more suited for the old NHL. Put him aside Havlat and hell do wonders, but who wouldnt? Put him aside what Detroit has to offer and youll be sorely disappointed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BringHomeTheCup! 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 The Wings should dump Markov and Schneider and sign Hamrlik. He is essentially a hybrid version of Markov and Schneider - A physical Dman with offensive talent and a good point guy. Lidstorm-Hamrlik Kronwall-Lebda Chelios-Quincey-Lilja Are you serious? The guy is a career -71!! He wouldn't even be the 3rd best dman on our team. Nick, Lebda, Kronner, and Cheli all get the nod before he does in my book. Not to mention the $4+ he will get paid this offseaon. That'd be a poor choice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedRum #1 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Why spend $4-5 mil on a #2 center when we have two of the best centers in the NHL on our roster? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZAMBONI 0 Report post Posted May 16, 2007 Why spend $4-5 mil on a #2 center when we have two of the best centers in the NHL on our roster? Why put it towards a #2 center when you can provide that cash towards a number one center like Scott Gomez also. Handzus has never really impressed me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
