up2here 41 Report post Posted January 2, 2008 I doubt we will make a blockbuster,but Im sure we will do something. I figure a second line forward and a 3rd or 4th defenceman. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted January 2, 2008 What he said. I'll be disappointed if the Wings don't make a move at the deadline this year. They're a strong team right now, but will be scary good with a couple more pieces in place (toughness and size on the blueline, a legit 2nd line scoring threat). That sounds just like Cory Cross and Kyle Calder to me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thedisappearer 291 Report post Posted January 2, 2008 That sounds just like Cory Cross and Kyle Calder to me. Well, if the blockbuster is Todd Bertuzzi... well... I'll go with Cross and Calder. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
up2here 41 Report post Posted January 2, 2008 Well, if the blockbuster is Todd Bertuzzi... well... I'll go with Cross and Calder. Give me Derek Morris and Brian Rolston please. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HenryMalredo 2 Report post Posted January 2, 2008 Give me Derek Morris and Brian Rolston please. Too bad that'll never happen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted January 2, 2008 You guys are CRAZY if you think management isnt going to make any trades. They basically had the Stanley Cup with their names on it, until they had to start playing without their #2 and #3 Dmen - both of whom were integral parts of a PP that failed to put Anaheim away on several occasions - and Hank and Lebda playing injured. With injury-prone guys like Hank, Kronwall, and (this year it seems) Homer being more important than ever, you can be sure the Wings will add exactly what they said they were looking to add: 1 more Dman in the #4-ish range, and a 2nd line scorer. I wouldnt be surprised to see a guy like Brad Stuart - a more defensive, fairly physical Dman that can play the stay at home game or can also anchor a point on the PP in case of injuries, and a guy like Mike Comrie - a strong, gritty guy who still has a good skilled game that would fit well into the Wings system, coming to the Wings. No blockbuster moves, but no space fillers either. Neither guy would be my first choice, but moves LIKE THAT (not necessarily those exact moves) would give the Wings all kinds of depth without messing with the chemistry. Datsyuk - Zetterberg - Homer Filppula - Comrie - Cleary <--- this would probably be one of the fastest top 2 lines in the league. Hudler - Franzen - Sammy Maltby - Draper - Kopecky That lineup screams scoring depth. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
up2here 41 Report post Posted January 2, 2008 Too bad that'll never happen. I actually think it can. The Coyotes arent going anywhere and Morris makes only 3.9 mil per year,by the time the trade deadline rolls around that will easily be digested by the Wings. Rolston is UFA after this year and Minny will make sure they get something for him,plus he is only making 2.4 mil per year. The Wings have plenty of young talent to offer either of these teams. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcom007 1,465 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 I read somewhere recently that Forsberg still may come back this year and that the Wings are frontrunners once again. I'll see if I can dig it up. It's probably bunk, but you know, it's in print, so it has a nano-smidge more credibility than our senseless speculative ramblings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HenryMalredo 2 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 I actually think it can. The Coyotes arent going anywhere and Morris makes only 3.9 mil per year,by the time the trade deadline rolls around that will easily be digested by the Wings. Rolston is UFA after this year and Minny will make sure they get something for him,plus he is only making 2.4 mil per year. The Wings have plenty of young talent to offer either of these teams. Morris could be traded, but the Coyotes will want some good kids in return, probably more than than Morris is worth. Besides the fact that Rolston is on the last year of his contract, there is no reason that Minnesota would trade him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
up2here 41 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 I read somewhere recently that Forsberg still may come back this year and that the Wings are frontrunners once again. I'll see if I can dig it up. It's probably bunk, but you know, it's in print, so it has a nano-smidge more credibility than our senseless speculative ramblings. I'll have you know thay my speculative ramblings are very sensible. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
up2here 41 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 Morris could be traded, but the Coyotes will want some good kids in return, probably more than than Morris is worth. Besides the fact that Rolston is on the last year of his contract, there is no reason that Minnesota would trade him. Thats the best reason in the modern NHL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
akustyk 84 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 That sounds just like Cory Cross and Kyle Calder to me. touche Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HenryMalredo 2 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 Thats the best reason in the modern NHL. So by that logic, the Wings probably have Cleary on the block. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
up2here 41 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 So by that logic, the Wings probably have Cleary on the block. They might if they dont think they can resign him.However Clearys raise doesnt project nearly as high as Rolstons which is why Minny may let him go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 4,959 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 ...all this talk about a 2nd line player and a #3 or #4 D-Man. Hmmmmm... ..Fedorov and Foote maybe? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Matt 1,048 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 FYI: I'm working up an addition to make to the Salary Chart & Contracts page here that will display, as of the last update, what salaries the Red Wings can afford to take on if they were to make a trade. Special thanks to betterREDthandead for helping with some of the numbers, but by estimations the Red Wings, as of December 30th, could add roughly $9-million in full-season salaries to their roster and not go over the cap. (Current space under the salary cap is a tad over $5-million... pro-rate that cap space backwards over a full season.) Basically, if they wanted to, the Red Wings can damn near afford any player in the league, or a combination of some high- and elite-level player(s). That $9-million figure will gradually increase as we move closer to the trade deadline on the 26th of February. (Theoretically, if the Wings roster did not change as of December 30th until the deadline -- which won't happen, since it already has with Hartigan going back down -- the Wings could take on around $22-million of full-season player salaries.) Now, the Wings likely won't spend right up to the cap itself, so I'd estimate if they do use it, it'll top out at adding $4-4.5 million. If my math is wrong everyone feel free to berate me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HenryMalredo 2 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 They might if they dont think they can resign him.However Clearys raise doesnt project nearly as high as Rolstons which is why Minny may let him go. Not very likely. Teams contending for playoff spots rarely trade away key players at the deadline, even if they are at the end of their contract. Its wishfull thinking to think Minnesota would trade Rolston, especially to a conference opponent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluedevils_13 0 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 We should call NYI and ask about Hunter, Comrie and Witt. Witt just because hes the badass we need in the back, although he is going nowhere. Hunter can be clutch, and would be a good fit here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 We should call NYI and ask about Hunter, Comrie and Witt. Witt just because hes the badass we need in the back, although he is going nowhere. Hunter can be clutch, and would be a good fit here. Yeah, those are three guys that would be absolutely sick. All gritty, 2 of 3 are big, and at least one fights regularly. Thats a lot more sandpaper in the lineup, but I dont think wed have the assets to land all three. Witt would probably cost more too considering hes got another year on his contract, I think. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e_mcgrath88 0 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 Bring Langer back for a playoff run Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e_mcgrath88 0 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 And give me the Kostitsyn brothers while your at it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluedevils_13 0 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 Yeah, those are three guys that would be absolutely sick. All gritty, 2 of 3 are big, and at least one fights regularly. Thats a lot more sandpaper in the lineup, but I dont think wed have the assets to land all three. Witt would probably cost more too considering hes got another year on his contract, I think. Oh yea, there is no way we'd get two of those three, but i am sure it wouldn't take much to get Bergeron even though he isn't REALLY what we need, and hes kind of a smaller guy he would fit really well into our system. Bergeron would be a great replacement if Kronwall does get hurt though, or Lilja's game goes to s***. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest wingswillwincup Report post Posted January 3, 2008 You guys are CRAZY if you think management isnt going to make any trades. They basically had the Stanley Cup with their names on it, until they had to start playing without their #2 and #3 Dmen - both of whom were integral parts of a PP that failed to put Anaheim away on several occasions - and Hank and Lebda playing injured. With injury-prone guys like Hank, Kronwall, and (this year it seems) Homer being more important than ever, you can be sure the Wings will add exactly what they said they were looking to add: 1 more Dman in the #4-ish range, and a 2nd line scorer. I wouldnt be surprised to see a guy like Brad Stuart - a more defensive, fairly physical Dman that can play the stay at home game or can also anchor a point on the PP in case of injuries, and a guy like Mike Comrie - a strong, gritty guy who still has a good skilled game that would fit well into the Wings system, coming to the Wings. No blockbuster moves, but no space fillers either. Neither guy would be my first choice, but moves LIKE THAT (not necessarily those exact moves) would give the Wings all kinds of depth without messing with the chemistry. Datsyuk - Zetterberg - Homer Filppula - Comrie - Cleary <--- this would probably be one of the fastest top 2 lines in the league. Hudler - Franzen - Sammy Maltby - Draper - Kopecky That lineup screams scoring depth. and again hudler gets no respect and moved down to the 3rd line lol ummm id say no way to ever getting mike comrie here , we dont need another smallish forward, thats the last thing we need , and i made a topic about getting rob blake but as long as brad stuart is ufa at the end of the season hes a guy i wouldnt mind Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest wingswillwincup Report post Posted January 3, 2008 i just checked the standings and i think by the time the deadline comes i think these are some players who might be available ... theres really not too many ufa's i seen that can be available ..... brad stuart http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Brad_Stuart/ rob blake http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Rob_Blake/ ladislav nagy http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Ladislav_Nagy/ donald brashear http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Donald_Brashear/ martin gelinas http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Martin_Gelinas/ mats sundin http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Mats_Sundin/ bobby holik http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Bobby_Holik/ marian hossa http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Marian_Hossa/ martin lapointe http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Martin_Lapointe/ aaron ward http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Aaron_Ward/ sergei fedorov http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Sergei_Fedorov/ adam foote http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Adam_Foote/ david vyborny http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/David_Vyborny/ mike peca http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Michael_Peca/ jason chimera http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Jason_Chimera/ ron hainsey http://www2.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/players/Ron_Hainsey/ i think we can pretty much forget about columbus , they wont help us out rob blake aaron ward brad stuart those are my 3 picks in order to replace lilja i dont expect any big name forwards so whoever we trade for , if we do im sure will be someone unexpected that being said i dont expect to give nothing but if it costs too much forget it but i think sundin would be an obvious fit with all the swedes and his home is near by in toronto , just makes sense as for hossa i dont trust him to perform in the post season , then again if hes surrounded by datsyuk or zetterberg he might not have to do much but use his shot Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clutchngrab 12 Report post Posted January 3, 2008 (edited) Zetts won't make less than $7 million, IMO. He might take $6.5 at minimum due to injury concerns and a long-term deal, but at this point I feel his salary will exceed Dats'. Duh, hey - Z is younger than Dats and prices have risen: 8.x minimum. Edited January 3, 2008 by clutchngrab Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
