HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted June 5, 2007 One big problem...Feds doesn't like "Babcook" as he called him and "Babcook" doesn't like Feds. I never knew they didn't like each other. Where did you hear that from? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BringHomeTheCup! 0 Report post Posted June 5, 2007 I love Sergei Fedorov. No other player in the NHL is nearly as complete of a player as Sergei is. Does he play up to his potential? No. Does he give 100%? No. But I don't care, he is a playoff STUD. He is more versatile than any other player in the NHL. Seriously, how many players with equal or better offensive talent, can drop back and be on the #1 D pairing, and not be a liability? Or how many number #1 Dmen could pose half the offensive threat he does? NONE. I'd love to see him back in town. You'd see tears of joy. However, he is, plain and simple, making too much money. It's quite possible that Kenny could bring him back for a fraction of what he is currently making. But who knows if he would want to come back? Who knows if he will retire or not? There isn't anything in the league Sergei hasn't seen, won, or been through. After this big contract has expired, he could make an equal paycheck playing in Russia. The only thing that would keep him in the NHL is a legit shot at another Cup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest bullocks Report post Posted June 5, 2007 I'd take a shot at him in free agency next off season for one last hurrah. Maybe he can make up with the fans:) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
poolerman 0 Report post Posted June 5, 2007 Sergi won't be back #1 toomuch money #2 motivation...possibly winn without Stevie #3 we need toughness BUT i'll say Sergi was our best and most consistant playoff performer maybe except for Nick but very close Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flip-check 6 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 I'm curious about the Babcock/Feds connection too. Let's get this out of the way though, because it wasn't insinuated strongly enough yet: If you think Feds is a worthy and cheap trade deadline acquisition, this means you would also like to (per Amazon.com!): -Revive Terry Sawchuk -See Harold Snepsts in the winged wheel again -Play Marty Lapointe, Yzerman, Probert, Ray Sheppard, Kozlov, and Bernie Gallant on the same 5-man unit -Tell Dom to not worry about playing anymore, we got Tim Cheveldae on contract again -Trade Ozzie, we got Vincent Riendeau inked too -And generally all around do whatever it takes to bring back past Wings from other spots around the league. This includes but is most certainly not limited to trading Datsyuk, Zetterberg, Lidstrom, Holmstrom, Filppula, and anyone else necessary to open past roster spots. We will also rename ourselves the '90s Wings instead of the Red Wings, which EA and 2K Sports appreciate so much. They can just copy and paste the name of the unlockable special team when coding in the org name for current rosters, which will save them 5 seconds and precisely .03 dollars. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 (edited) I'm curious about the Babcock/Feds connection too. Let's get this out of the way though, because it wasn't insinuated strongly enough yet: If you think Feds is a worthy and cheap trade deadline acquisition, this means you would also like to (per Amazon.com!): -Revive Terry Sawchuk -See Harold Snepsts in the winged wheel again -Play Marty Lapointe, Yzerman, Probert, Ray Sheppard, Kozlov, and Bernie Gallant on the same 5-man unit -Tell Dom to not worry about playing anymore, we got Tim Cheveldae on contract again -Trade Ozzie, we got Vincent Riendeau inked too -And generally all around do whatever it takes to bring back past Wings from other spots around the league. This includes but is most certainly not limited to trading Datsyuk, Zetterberg, Lidstrom, Holmstrom, Filppula, and anyone else necessary to open past roster spots. We will also rename ourselves the '90s Wings instead of the Red Wings, which EA and 2K Sports appreciate so much. They can just copy and paste the name of the unlockable special team when coding in the org name for current rosters, which will save them 5 seconds and precisely .03 dollars. Great post! My favorite part is about bringing Vincent Riendeau back. We need a true top notch goaltender, and Riendeau is definitly the guy. Edited June 6, 2007 by Kp-Wings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lou_Siffer 1 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 What, no love for Mark Ferner? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Flip-check 6 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Great post! My favorite part is about bringing Vincent Riendeau back. We need a true top notch goaltender, and Riendeau is definitly the guy. Haha, thanks. Although I'm on the "give Feds a try" side of the matter... and so I find it funny when people declare the above is what somebody really means. I forgot Shanahan though. Oops. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest bullocks Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Fedorov is the only former Wing i'd look to bring back. He'd be the only one that could actually help the team. Although he wouldn't be the first priority by any means. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T-Ruff 47 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 I think the only reason he hasn't been motivated is because he knows he is on a team that isn't going anywhere anytime soon.... Being used to winning all your career and then going to a team that doesn't have much of a chance won't do much for your effort. Playing not to win is never fun, especially if you are used to the opposite.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Many people will disagree with me , but thats fine. I'd rather have Mac back over Fedorov. Since were bringing back wings that were large parts in our cups. Oh , and whens stevie gonna pull his Hasek and come out of retirement for another cup ? Sorry , but Kenny wont be bringing back any former wings anytime soon. Though I'd take Mowers back in an instant Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest bullocks Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Many people will disagree with me , but thats fine. I'd rather have Mac back over Fedorov. Since were bringing back wings that were large parts in our cups. Oh , and whens stevie gonna pull his Hasek and come out of retirement for another cup ? Sorry , but Kenny wont be bringing back any former wings anytime soon. Though I'd take Mowers back in an instant Mowers is useless. I just wished Brian Burke didn't trade Feds to Columbus or else he'd be hoisting the cups with the Ducks. That would make it some what worth while. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jiri the man 0 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Great idea! Their coming out a bit early this year. I wonder why. Boredom.there is nothing else to do.It's hard waiting for the next game,and it could be the last.oh my. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Mowers is useless. I just wished Brian Burke didn't trade Feds to Columbus or else he'd be hoisting the cups with the Ducks. That would make it some what worth while. Mark Mowers is a future HOF'er. A true dynastic player, that even made Wayne Gretzky tremble. Now, if only Offsides would get done with my Mowers avatar, we'd be all set here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Mowers is useless. I just wished Brian Burke didn't trade Feds to Columbus or else he'd be hoisting the cups with the Ducks. That would make it some what worth while. Hes not Burkes type of player , I knew he wasent going to last in Anaheim. Mowers useless ? You must not have seen his goal agaisnt the flames in 05/06, Hall Of Fame worthy goal Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest bullocks Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Mark Mowers is a future HOF'er. A true dynastic player, that even made Wayne Gretzky tremble. Now, if only Offsides would get done with my Mowers avatar, we'd be all set here. Mowers is a bumb. Didn't u use to have Calder up in ur avatar as well? If so, you really know how to pick em Hes not Burkes type of player , I knew he wasent going to last in Anaheim. Mowers useless ? You must not have seen his goal agaisnt the flames in 05/06, Hall Of Fame worthy goal It probably wasn't so much not Burkes type player as it was his $6.8 mill contract. I believe that prolly had something more to it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Mowers is a bumb. Didn't u use to have Calder up in ur avatar as well? If so, you really know how to pick em Obviously you haven't been around long enough to know the whole Mowers joke, so I shouldn't expect that you know anything about it. Yeah, I'm such an idiot for having Calder in my avatar. Sorry his name isn't Sergei Fedorov, and he's not an overpaid, washed up old Russian who should just pack it in already. By the way, Mowers for HOF. Start the campaign. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest DetroitIan Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Hes not Burkes type of player , I knew he wasent going to last in Anaheim. Mowers useless ? You must not have seen his goal agaisnt the flames in 05/06, Hall Of Fame worthy goal You need more than one amazing goal to be considered a good player. Mowers actually is basically useless. He is a career 3rd/4th liner that wouldn't use his body to save his life. Other then to get plowed over. If the physical aspect of your game is non-existant, you better be able to back something up with putting pucks in the net. So yeah I'de say borderline useless. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Mowers is a bumb. Didn't u use to have Calder up in ur avatar as well? If so, you really know how to pick em It probably wasn't so much not Burkes type player as it was his $6.8 mill contract. I believe that prolly had something more to it. I would say it was more of Fedorov being a bum in Anaheim and not being able to ingage physically while with the Ducks. Burkes into really skilled guys (Selanne) or gritty guys (All the ducks) You need more than one amazing goal to be considered a good player. Mowers actually is basically useless. He is a career 3rd/4th liner that wouldn't use his body to save his life. Other then to get plowed over. If the physical aspect of your game is non-existant, you better be able to back something up with putting pucks in the net. So yeah I'de say borderline useless. Its just a joke Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest bullocks Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Obviously you haven't been around long enough to know the whole Mowers joke, so I shouldn't expect that you know anything about it. Yeah, I'm such an idiot for having Calder in my avatar. Sorry his name isn't Sergei Fedorov, and he's not an overpaid, washed up old Russian who should just pack it in already. By the way, Mowers for HOF. Start the campaign. your right, one helped us win 3 cups and was the best player on the ice most nights. the other could do dick all and was a healthy scratch for the last series.. but your right. oh wait, let's here ur excuse? his pinky was broken was it? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest DetroitIan Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Its just a joke Oh my bad, lol. I wasn't sure. I was hoping though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 (edited) Deleted Edited June 6, 2007 by Kp-Wings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zetterbergfuturemvp 0 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 (edited) im kinda fed up of hearing about fedorov , hes almost 40 and making 6 mill a year and for some reason hes not even close to the same player he was when he was here ........ i "might" consider bringing him back after next season if hes willing to make no more then 2 million for one season Edited June 6, 2007 by zetterbergfuturemvp Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
#19=Legend 29 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Or Yzerman, or Lidstrom, or others. It's a team sport, which is why I'm pissed he packed his s*** up and went to Anaheim. He wanted out of Detroit so badly (bad enough to take a 5 year, 40 million dollar deal, and reject a Wings 5 year, 50 million dollar offer) why would he come back anyways? Additionally, for the slap in the face, why would we want him back? Of course I'm bitter. Just as bitter as Jerry Rice leaving the 49ers for a few hundred thousand more on his yearly salary. Fedorov was a franchise player, fans latched onto that, and he showed no team loyalty. I don't have a Fedorov voodoo doll, nor do I spend much time thinking about him, but when the Wings play his team, I enjoy hearing him get booed. Hell, any time the JLA shows any liveliness, I enjoy it. couldnt agree more Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zata40 3 Report post Posted June 6, 2007 Fedorov is the only former Wing i'd look to bring back. He'd be the only one that could actually help the team. Although he wouldn't be the first priority by any means. i'd bring back bob probert if we could rewind time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
