SnipeShow 0 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 (edited) I have a question for everyone. It seems to me that most people want to get Hossa from reading the other threads in the general discussion. Why do you want Hossa? Isn't this the same place where people have said all season long we want grit and heart and physical play? Hossa will score some goals, I can't downplay that, but I thought you all wanted a (preferably North American) forward who can score and hit? I am not against getting Hossa I am just curious. It seems like all the people who want him think he will solve all of our scoring woes, but if you take a look at his playoff #'s you might throw up a little in your mouth. I know what the response will be: "Well you can't say he won't play good in Detroit surrounded by our guys, let him play with Datsyuk and Zetterberg and he will score, blah blah" but he played on a few talented Senators teams in the post season and didn't do much of anything. Just looking for some insight because I don't know why you guys would want him over anyone else... Edited February 23, 2008 by SnipeShow Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinbin 3 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 I think his actions says it all! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 I have a question for everyone. It seems to me that most people want to get Hossa from reading the other threads in the general discussion. Why do you want Hossa? Isn't this the same place where people have said all season long we want grit and heart and physical play? Hossa will score some goals, I can't downplay that, but I thought you all wanted a (preferably North American) forward who can score and hit? I am not against getting Hossa I am just curious. It seems like all the people who want him think he will solve all of our scoring woes, but if you take a look at his playoff #'s you might throw up a little in your mouth. I know what the response will be: "Well you can't say he won't play good in Detroit surrounded by our guys, let him play with Datsyuk and Zetterberg and he will score, blah blah" but he played on a few talented Senators teams in the post season and didn't do much of anything. Just looking for some insight because I don't know why you guys would want him over anyone else... Simply put: There is no gritty North American player who can score as regularly as Hossa. No one else is a sure bet like Hossa to be a great impact player. Except Sundin, but no one is willing to sell the bank for a rental. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dallas27 7 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 (edited) Hossa would be able to do anything he wants out there on the Wings. Edited February 23, 2008 by dallas27 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kylee 727 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 he's a great player who has openly said he wants to be on a winner and isn't in it for the money. sounds good to me... Euro or Canadian, i dont care. its about the player's skill, and he has plenty of it. possible: Datsyuk Zetterberg Hossa insane. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miller76 463 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 I have a question for everyone. It seems to me that most people want to get Hossa from reading the other threads in the general discussion. Why do you want Hossa? Isn't this the same place where people have said all season long we want grit and heart and physical play? Hossa will score some goals, I can't downplay that, but I thought you all wanted a (preferably North American) forward who can score and hit? I am not against getting Hossa I am just curious. It seems like all the people who want him think he will solve all of our scoring woes, but if you take a look at his playoff #'s you might throw up a little in your mouth. I know what the response will be: "Well you can't say he won't play good in Detroit surrounded by our guys, let him play with Datsyuk and Zetterberg and he will score, blah blah" but he played on a few talented Senators teams in the post season and didn't do much of anything. Just looking for some insight because I don't know why you guys would want him over anyone else... Look at his stats. He also maturing as a player. Look at him in Atlanta surrounded by garbage. I mean it's not easy for him to stand out there. But when you can consistently do good things and score with very little support, I think that speaks volumes. if we picked up Hossa, Feds, McCarty do you understand that even if their play on the ice is minimal, their presence and abilities put teams into second guessing themselves. They are going to be like "s*** Datsyuk, Z, Homer, Feds, McCarty, Hasek, Hossa'. Even the Ducks are going to be star struck. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,232 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 Datsyuk Zetterberg Hossa insane. Even more insane: a potential 5-on-3 unit of Hank - Dats - Hossa Lids - Raffi Just...gah. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 (edited) The guys a 40 goal scoring winger who is defensively responsible and uses his strength and power effectively. Very smart player with loads of skill. There arent any North Americans who fit that bill and can hit and fight too, unless youre willing to part with Zetterberg or Datsyuk to get them. Edited February 23, 2008 by YoungGuns1340 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Majsheppard 203 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 second most amount of goals by any single player from the year 200. like 248 or something. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 Even more insane: a potential 5-on-3 unit of Hank - Dats - Hossa Lids - Raffi Just...gah. A unit like that wouldve single-handedly won us Game 5 against Anaheim last year. We had what..3 blown 5 on 3 opportunities in the game?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kylee 727 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 Look at his stats. He also maturing as a player. Look at him in Atlanta surrounded by garbage. very good point. since 01-02 his points have been consistently increasing. i want this guy in a Wings uni. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,232 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 A unit like that wouldve single-handedly won us Game 5 against Anaheim last year. We had what..3 blown 5 on 3 opportunities in the game?? My thoughts exactly. Goodbye, scoring problem! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 At this point I've heard the name hossa so many times, I dont want them to trade for him solely because I don't think I can see that name again without going crazy.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingsdiehard13 33 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 Because it looks like the Ducks are going to get Sundin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,232 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 At this point I've heard the name hossa so many times, I dont want them to trade for him solely because I don't think I can see that name again without going crazy.... Hossa. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dallas27 7 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 At this point I've heard the name hossa so many times, I dont want them to trade for him solely because I don't think I can see that name again without going crazy.... I wouldn't watch sportscenter or anything with highlights because you would be seeing his name a lot if he were on the Wings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman54 91 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 I think there is a good chance we get Hossa http://tsn.ca/nhl/news_story/?ID=230323&hubname=nhl Does Holland have something big planned? Also, is it true Holland and Waddell are good friends? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 This board is the reason why I can't stand it anymore... The answer to any issue on this board lately is HOSSA HOSSA HOSSA.... The Wings need more grit...HOSSA.... The Wings defense is too injured....HOSSA.... Damn it seems like this board thinks he is the second coming of Jesus Christ... I just think that its getting a little ridiculous... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stevie Y Datsyuk 2 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 if we did get Hossa, our top 2 lines could look something like this: Cleary, Dats, Hossa Filp, Z, Holmer or maybe Filp, Dats, Holmer Cleary, Z, Hossa either way, it looks very pretty Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 I think there is a good chance we get Hossa http://tsn.ca/nhl/news_story/?ID=230323&hubname=nhl Does Holland have something big planned? Also, is it true Holland and Waddell are good friends? So WERE Burke and Lowe...friendship means s*** in a business deal, sorry to burst your bubble.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 if we did get Hossa, our top 2 lines could look something like this: Cleary, Dats, Hossa Filp, Z, Holmer or maybe Filp, Dats, Holmer Cleary, Z, Hossa either way, it looks very pretty Issue is that Filppula and Hossa would not both be here...you cannot have your cake and eat it too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,232 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 Blah blah blah "I don't want Hossa here " blah blah blah Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stevie Y Datsyuk 2 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 so if we got Hossa, we would def be giving up Filp?? What about Huds? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Dynasty 267 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 so if we got Hossa, we would def be giving up Filp?? What about Huds? Both are available IMO. We'll offer Huds, they want Flip. They'll get Flip, a prospect, and a pick and we get a Cup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rage 24 Report post Posted February 23, 2008 if we did get Hossa, our top 2 lines could look something like this: Cleary, Dats, Hossa Filp, Z, Holmer or maybe Filp, Dats, Holmer Cleary, Z, Hossa either way, it looks very pretty If we get Hossa, Flip will be gone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
