DallasStars 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Well, the rest of the NHL is now f***ed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dallas27 7 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 ESPN Radio 1250 said the Wings originally offered Hossa a multi-year deal, but his agent called them back with the 1 year proposal. That's interesting. Would like to know what exactly Holland offered. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DatsyukownzU13 1 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 WOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO! I just wonder if we have enough room to sign our remaining players. Also damn we are deep up front ... Zetterberg - Datsyuk - Holmstrom Hossa - Filipulla - Franzen Cleary - Draper - Sammuelsson Hudler - Helm - Maltby Kopecky? Mc Carty? Downey? Abby? This looks good, but my primary concern is physicality. With this change we basically have lost spots for our "tough guys". With Drake retiring (assuming), we lose our only big hitter on offense. I wish there was someway to replace that but I guess we don't really have the money for that. Maybe factor Meech, Lebda, or Quincey into a trade to free up some money and space. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Well, the rest of the NHL is now f***ed. You guys have a good team and you have Avery now - man has a lot of talent as long as he can get out of the way of his ego and keep his mouth shut... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DallasStars 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 I guess we'll see. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zetterthancrosby 11 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bluedevils_13 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 The Wings realy went overboard with a replacement for Drake. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
EuroTwin 240 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Holy crapola unexpected signing Batman! I am in shock... I didn't think we'd get him at all... Wow, my hands are shaking with shock right now... this is AWESOME! I freakin can't wait for next season to start! And then for the Wings to play San Jose so I can see a bloody game. This is crazy unbelievable... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
StormJH1 231 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Wow... just wow. We owe Kenny. Big Time. Haha, Red Wings fans could start by actually ATTENDING Red Wings games. But the more stuff like this happens, the more complacent we'll get... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ZigZagYourTorso 8 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Well I haven't be this happy since......well......since we won the cup! WOOOOOOOOOO HHHOOOSSSAAAAA :drunk: :carrot: :banana: :banana: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwing_sparty 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 OMFG!!!!! AMAZING!!!! i almost jumped out of my chair at work! kenny holland is the best! go wings!!! now my nhl 07 team is almost realistic Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwing_sparty 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 This looks good, but my primary concern is physicality. With this change we basically have lost spots for our "tough guys". With Drake retiring (assuming), we lose our only big hitter on offense. I wish there was someway to replace that but I guess we don't really have the money for that. Maybe factor Meech, Lebda, or Quincey into a trade to free up some money and space. trade sammy for a draft pick or something; put hudler on the 3rd line and throw downey or mac on the 4th Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bender 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Hossa to the Wings!!! Are you kidding me?!? unfu(kingbelievable Kenny Holland ROCKS OUT LOUD!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reds4Life 51 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 wow totally unexpected..Wings are now the best team by far, on paper. SC contender no.1..that means lots of pressure, I hope our guys can handle it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DatsyukownzU13 1 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 If we were to split up Dats and Z, there could be some nasty line combos (although I don't really think they should based on chemistry). Hossa - Datsyuk - Holmstrom Franzen - Zetterberg - Filpulla That would be a pretty sick top 2 lines. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 308 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 seriously, its like we got an awesome new toy that we cant open for 2 months This is why I only peaked at Christmas gifts once, I learned my lesson, not knowing is better than the torture of waiting. For instance the next 3 months would have been a lot better not knowing the wings had Hossa, than the painful anticipation as every day slowly ticks by. However in this case not knowing would have meant the wings did not have him, and I am cool with the waiting to see Babcock and his new toy! He has soooooo many possible line ups from 5-5 to pk to pp. The overtime lines could be: Dats- Hossa - Hank - Lids Franzen - Flip - Ralf - Kronwall Cleary - Draper - Stuart - Lebda And as enticing as Hank Dats Hossa Ralf Lids is I think the first unit stays the same unless the wings need a goal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Noodle 39 14 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 oh my gosh... if we don't win the cup again the season is an utter failure now lol. Holy crap is our team gonna be even more wicked! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest lnvincible Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Haha, Red Wings fans could start by actually ATTENDING Red Wings games. But the more stuff like this happens, the more complacent we'll get... Hossa will bring more fans to detroit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest lnvincible Report post Posted July 2, 2008 oh my gosh... if we don't win the cup again the season is an utter failure now lol. Holy crap is our team gonna be even more wicked! Yea not to mention the summer isnt over! There could potentally be more signings, so lets cross our fingers ! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Crymson Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Video: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dallas27 7 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Everyone has probably seen that twice seeing as I have posted it at least 20 times lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 Reports that Detroit signed Marian Hossa are false, in fact Detroit signed Hossa, just the wrong one. A press conference will be held on Thursday July 3rd 2008 to announce the official signing of Marcel Hossa. The entire details are unclear, but what is known after a long night of drinking Red Wings General Manager caught off guard early Wednesday morning. Not fully awake - Holland heard the name "Hossa" and said it is a done deal. Pittsburgh fans are relieved to hear this news that their beloved Penguins team is still intact. NHL Commissioner released a statement stating the Detroit Red Wings voided their NHL contract and the Stanley Cup will be awarded to the Penguins on Monday July 7th 2008 when the Cup returns from Newfoundland... The NHL contacted Detroit player Dan Cleary who currently has the Cup and was not available for comment. There is speculation that Dan Cleary and the Cup on are on a boat in international waters to hide out in Venezuela. Stay tuned for further updates... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PaVel DaTsYuK fan13 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 (edited) unbelievable, I haven't had internet access all day, and then a guy at work tells me we got Hossa, I almost peed myself. Can't wait to hear Kenny come on 1130 at 5:35 with wojo Edited July 2, 2008 by PaVel DaTsYuK fan13 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daft_davy 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 does anyone have the link to the video of Pierre McGuire talking about the Finger deal?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wingman 0 Report post Posted July 2, 2008 It shouldn't be...but I have a strange gut feeling about this one... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
