redwingfan19 293 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 Does anyone think the Wings should take a chance on this kid? I think he could be a real good player, maybe Iginla like. Hes the 41st ranked player in the draft and I think becuse of his off-ice problems people will stay away form him but with a first class organization like the Wings that could change. Akim Aliu Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HenrikRules40 14 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 Is he Swedish? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Systemfel 33 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 If he's still avaiable at #88, yeah, grab him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwingfan19 293 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 Ya I know the Wings love the Swedes but this guy is the steal of the draft, well of any of the North American prospects anyways. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest GordieSid&Ted Report post Posted June 19, 2007 Does anyone think the Wings should take a chance on this kid? I think he could be a real good player, maybe Iginla like. Hes the 41st ranked player in the draft and I think becuse of his off-ice problems people will stay away form him but with a first class organization like the Wings that could change. Akim Aliu was he the kid that Steve Downie (drafted last year?...think pest type player) was picking on and had a fight with while on the same team? I think if so, Aliu was crying or something about it. Maybe i'm wrong but whoever the kid was that Downie got mixed up with, I would pass on him b/c he couldn't hack it at least I think that's what I heard. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwingfan19 293 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 If he's still avaiable at #88, yeah, grab him. he wont fall that far, thats where the chance factor comes in, we would have to use or first pick. was he the kid that Steve Downie (drafted last year?...think pest type player) was picking on and had a fight with while on the same team? I think if so, Aliu was crying or something about it. Maybe i'm wrong but whoever the kid was that Downie got mixed up with, I would pass on him b/c he couldn't hack it at least I think that's what I heard. The reason he got in the fight was becuse he REFUSED to be involved in a hazing incident and I give him alot of credit for that. And I don't think he was crying. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
detroitdan 0 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 Downie is a punk anyway...he's got thug written all over him when he gets to the league Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 he wont fall that far, thats where the chance factor comes in, we would have to use or first pick. The reason he got in the fight was becuse he REFUSED to be involved in a hazing incident and I give him alot of credit for that. And I don't think he was crying. that's right. i'd be surprised if he's around as late as the wing's first pick. his only mistake was saying no to a disgusting hazing ritual, and being black in the OHL, which probably and unfortunately, is a large part of his negative experiences. he seems to have a ton of potential at 18 years old, and given some more time to move past that incident with that idiot steve downie (a perfect flyer's draft pick, don't you think? no doubt clarke was behind that one), and time to work in a comfortable environment, he could be a steal if the wings were lucky enough to nab him at 27. Plus, even though the guy drops him at the end, he does against a guy who is 4 inches taller and 25 pounds heavier than him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 (edited) If he's still avaiable at #88, yeah, grab him. You do realize that Detroit has a 1st round pick, right? Also, TSN has Aliu ranked #30. edit: I could see Detroit taking an American college kid. That way they have the option to leave him in the NCAA until he's ready. Someone like Tommy Cross. Drafting Europeans and letting them develop for 6 years over seas have become more difficult under the new CBA. Edited June 19, 2007 by rick zombo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 on a slightly related note, i was of downie getting laid out by a london knight, and was delighted to see (even though downie's an ass) kindl take exception to it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwingfan19 293 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 I think there is a good chance he could drop to our pick. I hope the Wings Braintrust give him a good look. Also he is playing for my hometown knights so hopefully he gets a fresh start here and he puts his past behind him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hank 0 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 (edited) Does anyone think the Wings should take a chance on this kid? I think he could be a real good player, maybe Iginla like. Hes the 41st ranked player in the draft and I think becuse of his off-ice problems people will stay away form him but with a first class organization like the Wings that could change. Akim Aliu I'd love to take this kid. The only reason why he gets a bad rap is because of his incident with Steve Downie on the Spits. But there were numerous people that have said Downie was always a prick to all rookies. Aliu was just the first one that stood up to him. Add in the fact tha Aliu can speak Russian and that's a bonus. The kids big, fast, has a great shot and is North American. He's exactly what we need. Especially for those that miss having Mac around. He has a shot to do exactly what McCarty did only with much better wheels and a better scoring touch. Just less fighting. Another kid I'd love to take is Colton Gillies. Big, fast, honest with some good offensive skills. EDIT: I never heard anything about the issue between Downie and being over a hazing incident. But someone said that they got off on the wrong foot when Aliu was looking over one of Downie's sticks. Aliu asked him how he prepared them when Downie lost it on him, telling him to 'never touch my f'ing sticks again!". Aliu didn't like to be talked down to like that so the beef began. Downie's a prick and it makes perfect sense Clarke drafted him. I'm sure Downie will try to knock Gagne's teeth out if he looks at his car wrong. But if all of this did occur over hazing, I'm glad Aliu stuck up for himself. It shows character and confidence. Being a 16 year old in the OHL can be intimidating enough. And this kid showed that he wasn't going to do anything he didn't want to do. That tells me he has character, dignity and heart. Edited June 19, 2007 by Hank Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gbdet 0 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 A full page article in the local paper today. He was traded to the Knights for the upcoming season. http://lfpress.ca/newsstand/Sports/Hockey/...271863-sun.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperCalaFilppulastic! 34 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 I like this kid - I would love for the Wings to nab him if he's available. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 Another kid I'd love to take is Colton Gillies. Big, fast, honest with some good offensive skills. probably too good to be true, but he would be great. honestly, i'll be happy if the wings take any big center with decent numbers and PIMs with their first pick. it would be nice to be able to watch a big, tough kid develop and know that in a few years he'll be around to back up his teammates while chipping in some goals now and again. some potential picks that might fit that mold: colton gillies - C 6'4" 189 lbs, 65 GP, 30 PTS, 148 PIMS max pacioretty - C 6'2" 203 lbs, 60 GP, 63 PTS, 119 PIMS akim aliu - C/RW 6'2" 200 lbs, 53 GP, 42 PTS, 104 PIMS riley nash - C 6'1" 175 lbs, 55 GP, 83 PTS, 87 PIMS brad malone - C/LW 6'2" 207 lbs, 57 GP, 33 PTS, 134 PIMS Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 (edited) He'd be a great draft choice. The way he stood up to Downey like that shows he isn't afraid of anyone. Downie is a ******* prick. He really is. He has treated so many people like s*** in juniors, it's not even funny. I hope he flops big time in the NHL, because he really is a jerkoff. Edited June 19, 2007 by Kp-Wings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hank 0 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 He'd be a great draft choice. The way he stood up to Downey like that shows he isn't afraid of anyone. Downie is a ******* prick. He really is. He has treated so many people like s*** in juniors, it's not even funny. I hope he flops big time in the NHL, because he really is a jerkoff. hahaha! You don't hear 'jerkoff' that much anymore. But it's a perfect adjective for Downie. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 hahaha! You don't hear 'jerkoff' that much anymore. But it's a perfect adjective for Downie. It's a perfect term to describe someone of Downie's charecter. You know, isn't it just fitting that he happened to be drafted by the Flyers? I mean, he is a true Flyers-type player. To be that, you have to be a true *******, and have no soul. That's Downie right there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Agalloch Report post Posted June 19, 2007 WTF? Everyone calls Aliu an ******* and a guy with a bad attitude because of THAT? There has to be something more to it, because I fail to see how he has any sort of personal problems. I would've done the same thing he did (I hope everyone here would've). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest jaytan Report post Posted June 19, 2007 Is he Swedish? He's Canadian and was born in Nigeria. From what I've heard of him, he sounds like a good choice, but I've never seen him play. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwingfan19 293 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 lol Downey and Hartnell are going to be best buds! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
glasgowcelticwing 18 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 he wont fall that far, thats where the chance factor comes in, we would have to use or first pick. The reason he got in the fight was becuse he REFUSED to be involved in a hazing incident and I give him alot of credit for that. And I don't think he was crying. I respect this kid for not allowing himself to be bullied into doing something he didn't want to do. He look's like he'd be a good player to take a chance on . I doubt he'll fall down the draft that much for the Wings to pick him up though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 I respect this kid for not allowing himself to be bullied into doing something he didn't want to do. He look's like he'd be a good player to take a chance on . I doubt he'll fall down the draft that much for the Wings to pick him up though. I don't understand. ISS has him ranked #41 and TSN 's poll of NHL GMs has him at #30. How far would he have to "fall" for the Wings to get him with the 27th pick? He'd actually have to rise 3 spots. Correct? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
glasgowcelticwing 18 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 lol Downey and Hartnell are going to be best buds! Grasshopper....... meet your cheapshot master. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lidstromsnumba1 0 Report post Posted June 19, 2007 absolutely not he is garbage i have seen him play when he was on Windsor and on the wolves he definitely does not live up to his potential Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
