redwinger4747 6 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 (edited) We have some options at forward for our Game 1 lineup, because of the injuries. I'll break it down: In for sure: Zetterberg Datsyuk Holmstrom Cleary Franzen Filppula Hudler Draper Out for sure: Kopeckey Maltby Doubtful: Samuelsson That means we have 4 spots for: Drake McCarty Hartigan Abdelkader Helm Meech (at forward) Downey So, who do you put in? I'd go with McCarty, Drake, Abdelkader, Hartigan. I love Downey's toughness but he just wont be able to keep up in the playoffs. McCarty brings too much of an X factor in my opinion to leave out. I want Hartigan's and Abdelkader's speed and I think Abdelkader will play hard as ever since he grew up a Red Wings fan. That is my lineup, what is yours? Edited April 8, 2008 by redwinger4747 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
timsummers 0 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 abdelkader for sure drake mac meech or helm for their speed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
digitaljohn88 4 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 (edited) Now that McCarty got an assist, I predict he will be an unstoppable offensive force. I'd say McCarty should center the first line, and we don't really even need to bother thinking about the rest. Edited April 8, 2008 by digitaljohn88 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Drake is a lock, without question. He can play the PK and provides other intangibles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwinger4747 6 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Now that McCarty got an assist, I predict he will be an unstoppable offensive force. I'd say McCarty should center the first line, and we don't really even need to bother thinking about the rest. yes we all know McCarty will not likely score much, but I'd still want him on the 4th line. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irishtemper14+25 11 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 dmac downey abdelkader and drake Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Creasemonkey 30 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 We have some options at forward for our Game 1 lineup, because of the injuries. I'll break it down: In for sure: Zetterberg Datsyuk Holmstrom Cleary Franzen Filppula Hudler Draper Out for sure: Kopeckey Maltby Doubtful: Samuelsson That means we have 4 spots for: Drake McCarty Hartigan Abdelkader Helm Meech (at forward) Downey So, who do you put in? I'd go with McCarty, Drake, Abdelkader, Hartigan. I love Downey's toughness but he just wont be able to keep up in the playoffs. McCarty brings too much of an X factor in my opinion to leave out. I want Hartigan's and Abdelkader's speed and I think Abdelkader will play hard as ever since he grew up a Red Wings fan. That is my lineup, what is yours? Zetterberg-Datsyuk-Franzen (Mule is hot lately, roll with it) Cleary-Filppula-Holmstrom Drake-Draper-McCarty (call them the "Are you Experienced?" line, sit Mac when Maltby's back) Abdelkader-Hudler-Downey Lidstrom-Rafalski Kronwall-Stuart Chelios-Meech Osgood Hasek If only I were the coach. I like those top 3 lines. Lilja and Lebda would sit, or maybe try the whole "d-man as forward" experiment with Lebda instead of Meech, in which case Abdelkader sits. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shaman 713 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Zetterberg-Datsyuk-Holmstrom Cleary-Filppula-Frazen Drake-Draper-McCarty Abdelkader-Hudler-Downey Atleast at first you have to go with a good power line, a strong 2nd line (hence why i believe Frazen would be best for it), a good checking line (cant hate McCarty on that) and then Hudler and Abdelkader make a great energy line with Downey there to stir stuff up. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McCartyFanForLife 17 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 With Tootoo playing against us, I want Downey in the lineup. I love DMac, but I don't think he'd stand a chance against Tootoo in a bout. I'd prefer to see Downey against him. With him in, Tootoo won't be able to get as feisty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reds4Life 51 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Filppula-Datsyuk-Holmstrom Franzen-Zetterberg-Cleary (Malts when healthy)Drake-Draper-Downey (Sammy when healthy) Abdelkader-Hudler-McCarty(Downey, Drake) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Zetterberg - Datsyuk - Homer Filpulla - Franzen - Hudler Cleary - Draper - Drake McCarty - Hartigan - Downey/Abdelkader Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greatness=PavelDatsyuk 65 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Downey doesn't have the playoff experience that is necicary for this. We don't want him getting a bad call at the wrong time Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Downey doesn't have the playoff experience that is necicary for this. We don't want him getting a bad call at the wrong time I hate to break it to you but neither does Hartigan, Helm or Abdelkader. Basically, one or two guys with very little playoff experience will be playing Thursday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greatness=PavelDatsyuk 65 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 I hate to break it to you but neither does Hartigan, Helm or Abdelkader. Basically, one or two guys with very little playoff experience will be playing Thursday. i understand that, but downey is more explosive Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 i understand that, but downey is more explosive Good point, and I agree. But Downey's a good team guy and for the most part has proven he can play an effective role on this team. This is my rational for who plays: MaCarty = X factor like someone stated. Too much potential to pass up. Hartigan = semi-hot lately. might chip in a goal. Downey = At least for game 1. Nashville's PP was terrible in the regular season. So a bad penalty shouldn't be a concern. Drake = Obvious choice. I'd love to see Abdelkader or Helm play, because I like the idea of a young guy emptying the tank all over Nashville's defence. But I can't see either of them starting the series. But who knows. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteLightning91 105 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 (edited) Playoff Line-Up Zetterberg Datsyuk Holmstrom Filppula Franzen Cleary Downey Draper Drake Hudler Abdelkader McCarty Lidstrom Rafalski Kronwall Stuart Chelios Lilja Hasek Osgood Injured Samuelsson Maltby Kopecky Scratched Hartigan Lebda Meech Edited April 8, 2008 by WhiteLightning91 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Playoff Line-Up Downey Draper Drake Hudler Abdelkader McCarty I actually like that 4th line. But that checking line isn't good enough. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
96warrior 11 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 From the Macomb Daily: Tuesday's practice The Red Wings have just started on-ice preparation for the post-season. Neither Kirk Maltby (hamstring) nor Mikael Samuelsson (groin) are skating at all today. Also, Darren Helm nor Jonathan Ericsson -- call-ups for the season-finale last Sunday -- are on the ice. Here are the practice lines for today ... Datsyuk-Zetterberg-Holmstrom Cleary-Flippula-Franzen Hudler-Draper-Abdelkader McCarty-Hartigan-Downey Drake Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kp-Wings 3 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Downey, McCarty, Abdelkader, Drake Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman54 91 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 I actually like that 4th line. But that checking line isn't good enough. Id switch Downey with Abdelkader Abdelkader - Draper - Drake Downey- Huds- McCarty Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zion 93 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Downey doesn't have the playoff experience that is necicary for this. This is my rational for who plays: MaCarty = X factor like someone stated. I can't stand to let the English language take cheap shots like this. I'm not a good fighter, but I'm dropping the gloves with you two in defense of my English language. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zion 93 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 Think "Dan Cleary vs. Chris Pronger". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman54 91 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 From the Macomb Daily: Tuesday's practice The Red Wings have just started on-ice preparation for the post-season. Neither Kirk Maltby (hamstring) nor Mikael Samuelsson (groin) are skating at all today. Also, Darren Helm nor Jonathan Ericsson -- call-ups for the season-finale last Sunday -- are on the ice. Here are the practice lines for today ... Datsyuk-Zetterberg-Holmstrom Cleary-Flippula-Franzen Hudler-Draper-Abdelkader McCarty-Hartigan-Downey Drake So it looks like Hartigan is gonna play Ow well at Least I get some Abs, love the Kid!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eva unit zero 271 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 (edited) I would go with: Zetterberg/Datsyuk/Hudler/Filppula-Zetterberg/Datsyuk/Hudler/Filppula-Franzen/Holmstrom Zetterberg/Datsyuk/Hudler/Filppula-Zetterberg/Datsyuk/Hudler/Filppula-Franzen/Holmstrom Cleary-Draper-McCarty Abdelkader-Drake-Downey I'd rather have Drake on the third line than McCarty, except that if we make that move we end up without a fourth line center, and Drake's faceoff skills are pretty good. When everybody's healthy: Zetterberg/Datsyuk/Hudler/Filppula-Zetterberg/Datsyuk/Hudler/Filppula-Franzen/Holmstrom Zetterberg/Datsyuk/Hudler/Filppula-Zetterberg/Datsyuk/Hudler/Filppula-Franzen/Holmstrom Cleary-Draper-Samuelsson Maltby-Drake-McCarty/Downey Edited April 8, 2008 by eva unit zero Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteLightning91 105 Report post Posted April 8, 2008 So much for keeping Drake fresh for the playoffs... But that 4th line gets a big :colorbounce: from me! Although Drake centering it would be even better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
