Yellowknife Redwing 57 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 I'm not usually one for these high-five threads, but I really don't think we've paid quite enough attention to just how well Helm has been filling his role these playoffs. Coming into the second round, it was pretty much a given that our top six talent was going to be able to handle the Avs without many issues, but it's become very obvious that our depth goes well beyond when you watch our 3rd and 4th lines steamroll the way they have been. Whenever Helm is on the ice he's got bullet speed, an active stick, he's digging in the corner and winning all the battles, making plays and just generally keeping the Avs pinned down in their own zone. He's been such a pleasant surprise and I'm really rooting for him to grab a goal before this series is out. Keep up the good work #43! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aki 0 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 oh yeah, even the sports commentators were saying how our 3rd and 4th lines are threats too! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
10 Minute Misconduct 104 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 i think i found helm on facebook lolol he has jan mursak on his friends list too so it must be him... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteLightning91 105 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 Get this -- Helm was actually our leading hitter out there today. He and Datsyuk (Who'd a thunk it?) led the team with 4 hits each. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Fan_In_Exile 3 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 I gotta tell ya, I am pleasantly surprised with his performance thus far. In fact I hope he dresses the rest of the playoffs, I think he's earned a spot. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluedevils_13 0 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 He seems to even have a tad bit of chemistry with Mac and Hudler. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WhiteLightning91 105 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 I gotta tell ya, I am pleasantly surprised with his performance thus far. In fact I hope he dresses the rest of the playoffs, I think he's earned a spot. 10 wins away!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reds4Life 51 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 He is really fast..probably his biggest asset. He is also hard worker and he has hockey sense. Definitely deserves a spot on the team next year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cicada 4 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 gotta think that in a couple of years Helm and Abdelkader are certainly going to be out new Draper and Maltby.. i'm loving this team at the moment, and the future seems to be getting brighter all the time. Deepest defense in the league, and we've still go players like Emmerton, Pyett, Smith and Mursak to graduate to the pro's.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Fan_In_Exile 3 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 10 wins away!!! haha, I know, I know. I update my ghetto signature at work though.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sinbin 3 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 I think he has a job here next season! Way to go, Darren! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
South Dakota wings fan 7 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 gotta think that in a couple of years Helm and Abdelkader are certainly going to be out new Draper and Maltby.. i'm loving this team at the moment, and the future seems to be getting brighter all the time. Deepest defense in the league, and we've still go players like Emmerton, Pyett, Smith and Mursak to graduate to the pro's.. I know that what is important right now is this run for the cup, but when I watch this team right now I can't help but think of the future. I don't know how Matlby breaks the lineup right now. Who among our forwards won't be around next year. Unless Dallas Drake retires if we win the cup, I don't know how you don't bring him back, he has been great so far in the playoffs. Downey might be the odd man out, but you still have guys like Abdelkader and Helm trying to make the lineup. I have to think, and hope, that Lilja is a goner. Now whether Stuart stays, I think Ericcson will stay up with the club. Needless to say, I think the future is very bright. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BeeRYCE 2 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 Finally, a young skilled Canadian in the lineup. I mean, I love Swedes, but gotta keep it real sometimes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shockwave180 0 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 I love Helm. The first time I saw him play, I thought, "Who is that guy throwing hits and winning battles behind the net? Did he just get called up?" He really has been a nice surprise, and he deserves to be kept around. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
irishtemper14+25 11 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 i love helm...hes kickin ass Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dr_lobster 0 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 Dude gets to loose pucks super-quick. Aggressive play, and the only reason I can't judge his defensive skills is because it seems like our fourth line is always doing damage in their zone when they're out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 Dude gets to loose pucks super-quick. Aggressive play, and the only reason I can't judge his defensive skills is because it seems like our fourth line is always doing damage in their zone when they're out. Well for the record, Helm IS known for his defensive play. Its one of the reasons he gets hailed as the next Draper...with better hands. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ti-girl 0 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 Well for the record, Helm IS known for his defensive play. Its one of the reasons he gets hailed as the next Draper...with better hands. The Medicine Hat Tigers are known for their defensive play. Willie Desjardiens teaches a very strong defensive system and he makes his players play that system. Helm was brought through the system for 3 years, starting as a grinding centre and then moving into a top line role. He has better wheels than Draper and better hands. He also has great leadership abilities, he was an A on the Tigers and his leadership has been noted on the Griffins. This was my scouting report in '05 on Helm. Darren Helm - Right Wing/Centre Date of Birth: January 21, 1987 Hockey Age: 17 Hometown: St. Andrews, MB Height: 6’ 0" Weight: 170 lbs NHL Status: Eligible 2005 Entry Draft GP G A TP AP\PG PM PPG PPA SH +\- 62 8 12 20 0.32 21 0 0 0 5 Darren is a hard working grinder type of player that never gives up. He has the hands to score and to pass, but also will spend a lot of time in the other opposition's end cycling the puck. He also isn't scared to drop the mitts, rackign up a few fights this season. Darren is a rookie, but is playing on the 2nd line some games with Roman Psurny and Brett Robertson or with Kevin Undershute and Devyn Tremblay. Plays like a mixture of Kris Draper and Joe Sakic. Very likely to get drafted in the later rounds...5th on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest drwings1 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 yeah, i love helm!! hes really stepped up and i always know when hes out there. him and mccarty created some great plays yesterday, but just couldnt find the back of the net. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaKineMaui 8 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 If I were a Detroit Red Wing, (I'm not BTW), I might be nervous about my job. This Helm kid is a player. Fast fast fast! So nice to see. I shall call him 'Squishy'. aloha Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 I was excited for him to be playing GR this year, but to see him playing fantastic on the Wings? Couldnt be happier. Hopefully next year it's Emmerton and Pyetts turn. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SweWings 45 Report post Posted April 27, 2008 Finally, a young skilled Canadian in the lineup. I mean, I love Swedes, but gotta keep it real sometimes. I gotcha. The more links that you have to the players, the easier it is to cheer for them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zion 93 Report post Posted April 28, 2008 Great fill-in. Kopecky's loss hurts much less. He's been more effective overall than Kopy probably would be. He and Huddles are making the 4th line shine! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SouthernWingsFan 854 Report post Posted April 28, 2008 http://www.mlive.com/redwings/index.ssf/20...playoff_ro.html MLive shares in the Helm love. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WingsZR2 1 Report post Posted April 28, 2008 Helm, Huds, and D Mac were out best line in the 1st period of game 2, well at least until the Franzen show started. The kid has got some wheels. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
