Guest Crymson Report post Posted May 20, 2008 What a series this guy had! He singularly ripped Robidas a new orifice, he ground hard and killed penalties all series long, and he was an integral part of our win last night. His grit, drive and general experience are beyond question, and he clearly wants this Cup badly. It may be his last shot at it. Kudos to Drake, and kudos to Holland for having the foresight to sign him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DraperFan MN 0 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 Drake is playing as well as he can, and definitely over-delivered last night. I can tell you one thing, Blues fans are not rooting for Drake. http://www.letsgoblues.com/phpBB/viewtopic...f=2&t=24441 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crymson Report post Posted May 20, 2008 (edited) Drake is playing as well as he can, and definitely over-delivered last night. I can tell you one thing, Blues fans are not rooting for Drake. http://www.letsgoblues.com/phpBB/viewtopic...f=2&t=24441 I like this post. I don't see how they have any right to be bitter, given that the management put Drake on waivers last summer. On another note, WOW... that's a tough crowd over there. That sort of behavior wouldn't be tolerated here. I wonder who moderates those boards? Some prison work gang, perhaps? Edited May 20, 2008 by Crymson Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pens66 0 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 What a series this guy had! He singularly ripped Robidas a new orifice, he ground hard and killed penalties all series long, and he was an integral part of our win last night. His grit, drive and general experience are beyond question, and he clearly wants this Cup badly. It may be his last shot at it. Kudos to Drake, and kudos to Holland for having the foresight to sign him. Drake and Roberts maybe both getting their last shot at the Cup. Two warriors. I hope Gary's ready to go! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
djup 0 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 I have liked Drake all playoffs. He has really shown that he wants the cup. He has had some sweet hits and has been a good presence on the ice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OsGOD 3 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 Where is Izzy.... He and I were the Drake supporters from the very beginning... mine dating back to his #28 in a winged sweater days! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crymson Report post Posted May 20, 2008 (edited) Hits/Goals: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sw56Kd_pkgI http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAVwt0WQA2Y http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GxTmybuiQKk Unfortunately, Drake's several other big hits on Robidas aren't on YouTube (hopefully they will be posted soon enough). He sure did have Robidas lined up throughout the series. That's where, I imagine, the value of experience comes in. Further, here's Drake's interview at the press conference; he's clearly ready to play his heart out even further in the finals: Edited May 20, 2008 by Crymson Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DraperFan MN 0 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 I like this post. I don't see how they have any right to be bitter, given that the management put Drake on waivers last summer. On another note, WOW... that's a tough crowd over there. That sort of behavior wouldn't be tolerated here. I wonder who moderates those boards? Some prison work gang, perhaps? I'm not a regular, but I keep my account because there are some good hockey guys over there. CPrice (the Admin), Mellanby Equals Grit, and Kodos are reputable, but I usually get flamed by someone whenever I visit, and I'm always respectful. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Izzy24 44 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 Where is Izzy.... He and I were the Drake supporters from the very beginning... mine dating back to his #28 in a winged sweater days! Here! I defer to my signature. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 308 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 (edited) If you watch the press conference http://redwings.nhl.tv/team/launch.htm?typ...8318&catid= Edit: couldn't embed it sorry! He pretty much says without saying it that this is his last year and he knew it from when he started looking for a team this year. After watching that I have no doubt if the Wings win it all he is done!!! Edited May 20, 2008 by Opie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 I was excited when we signed him because I knew he was a sick son of a *****, and he's proving to be just that these playoffs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Izzy24 44 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 All hail Drake! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 I was a fan too! I kept wanting the Wings to ****** him in a trade or via free agency and was thrilled when they finally did. I LOVE the way he's been playing. Amazing. All hail the Drake! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 I like his new goatee, I hope he keeps it growing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rice 42 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 God it's funny seeing how bitter those Blues fans are. So bitter. I could understand the hate if it were reciprocated, but all St. Louis has been is Detroit's *****. It's incredibly funny. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 One thing I have learned these playoffs is how juvenile other teams' fans are. I don't think I see "such and such should die!!!! ARGKS!" or "Team X sucks balls so bad OMGMFTT", etc., etc. \ I can't believe the level of pure hatred out there towards our Wings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeyCrazy3033 168 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 I'm not a regular, but I keep my account because there are some good hockey guys over there. CPrice (the Admin), Mellanby Equals Grit, and Kodos are reputable, but I usually get flamed by someone whenever I visit, and I'm always respectful. You haven't read some of his posts then. He's nowhere near reputable. He trashes the Wings and this site at any chance he gets which is pretty much every single day. Anyways, I care not what they have to say. Their hatred for the Wings is laughable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingslogo19 281 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 Drake so far in the playoffs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Taylorov 37 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 Drake is playing as well as he can, and definitely over-delivered last night. I can tell you one thing, Blues fans are not rooting for Drake. http://www.letsgoblues.com/phpBB/viewtopic...f=2&t=24441 They HATE us over there. Thanks for the link/laugh. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Echolalia 2,961 Report post Posted May 20, 2008 Drake is playing as well as he can, and definitely over-delivered last night. I can tell you one thing, Blues fans are not rooting for Drake. http://www.letsgoblues.com/phpBB/viewtopic...f=2&t=24441 Haha I almost forgot they existed, what with our raging success and all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
OsGOD 3 Report post Posted May 21, 2008 All hail Drake! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DraperFan MN 0 Report post Posted May 21, 2008 You haven't read some of his posts then. He's nowhere near reputable. He trashes the Wings and this site at any chance he gets which is pretty much every single day. Anyways, I care not what they have to say. Their hatred for the Wings is laughable. Which one? Regardless, I've never really been treated that unfairly over there. There is always a bit of disdain, sure, but I kill 'em with kindness and the truth. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
