Cern 0 Report post Posted July 5, 2008 ...if Rolston had it to do all over again, do you think he would take that hometown discount contract offer now that we've signed Hossa? ...reminds me of 2001 off season when JR signed with Philly, he said both Detroit and Philly offered the same exact contracts, but felt Philly had the better chance to win a Cup. He later said if he knew that Detroit was gonna get Hasek, he would have chosen the other path, oops... ...players, so quick to jump the gun! So...we're going to win the Cup *AND* tank the season so we pick up Tavares? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Superman54 91 Report post Posted July 5, 2008 I serouisly can't wait for some of the highlight reel plays him and our other superstars will make. Its gonna be some gooooooooooooooood s***! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
marcaractac 3,963 Report post Posted July 5, 2008 (edited) So...we're going to win the Cup *AND* tank the season so we pick up Tavares? If you are referring to his sig, it is basically saying that we should let a crap team like Vancouver sign Flip to an offer sheet, so we would get their first round pick, and seeing how they are gonna have a bad season, we'd have a shot at landing the #1 overall pick that we'd get from Vancouver (or some other crappy team that would be stupid enough to throw a big offer sheet at Flip). I honestly think we are safe from teams throwing offer sheets at Flip anyway, just because of that. a GM of a crap team is not gonna risk losing their chance in getting a player like Tavares next summer. And they most certainly would not let the Wings be the team to get their first rounder. Imagine adding a player like Tavares to our roster? Good lord. I don't think ANYONE in the NHL not involved with the Wings want to see that happen. Edited July 5, 2008 by marcaractac Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stockholm-wing 0 Report post Posted July 5, 2008 My sons mother is originally from Russia and I'm from Sweden. When I told my baby son that we signed Hossa his first word was in english!! - He said " Repeat" Ok maybe I'm bending the truth a little but we both really like this signing!! Let's go wings! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Majsheppard 203 Report post Posted July 5, 2008 If you are referring to his sig, it is basically saying that we should let a crap team like Vancouver sign Flip to an offer sheet, so we would get their first round pick, and seeing how they are gonna have a bad season, we'd have a shot at landing the #1 overall pick that we'd get from Vancouver (or some other crappy team that would be stupid enough to throw a big offer sheet at Flip). I honestly think we are safe from teams throwing offer sheets at Flip anyway, just because of that. a GM of a crap team is not gonna risk losing their chance in getting a player like Tavares next summer. And they most certainly would not let the Wings be the team to get their first rounder. Imagine adding a player like Tavares to our roster? Good lord. I don't think ANYONE in the NHL not involved with the Wings want to see that happen. The NHL would not let us win the lottery, they would rig that for sure. Although, I still think that I would rather have a top 10 pick then Val, just because we most likely will find another amazing depth player like Val somewhere, and adding a blue chipper could give us two amazing players. I really do think that Hudler is ready for more ice time anyways. I love Val, but losing him in exchange for at least a first rounder won't make me lose any sleep. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dabura 12,207 Report post Posted July 5, 2008 The man is made of pure concentrated ownage. Would you ever be caught dead wearing those shoes? That's right, no you wouldn't. Sit your ass down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
#18 the _Hoss_ 2 Report post Posted July 5, 2008 (edited) The man is made of pure concentrated ownage. Would you ever be caught dead wearing those shoes? That's right, no you wouldn't. Sit your ass down. I see that you may have found out that Hossa and Gaborik were late for Chara's wedding also Bondra and Šatan sorry I'm spamming............ so this is Hossa's fiancée: Edited July 5, 2008 by #18 the _Hoss_ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GoalieManPat 1,007 Report post Posted July 5, 2008 Dunno if it has been said yet as I haven't read all 26 pages but I must say my favorite thing about Hossa is the guy drives the net hard to score goals. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted July 6, 2008 (edited) ^^^^^^^^^^ So glad I am dating a Yugoslavian... Mediterranean Region/European Women <3 - Anyone really watch Hossa throughout his career and see how he is with winning face offs? Just curious... Edited July 6, 2008 by Rivalred Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Anomalously 0 Report post Posted July 6, 2008 (edited) ^^^^^^^^^^ So glad I am dating a Yugoslavian... Mediterranean Region/European Women <3 - Anyone really watch Hossa throughout his career and see how he is with winning face offs? Just curious... His faceoff percentage has been horrible. Was 4 for 14 one year. As in, for the entire 82 games. I bet he'll be the third man in (Z, D, Franzen, Fil all taking draws before him, the only exception would be maybe if he were on a line with Homer). [EDIT: It's funny: it sounds like I'm critiquing his game by saying he was horrible at the dot. He just won't be used here, ever, but I figured I'd answer the question.] Edited July 6, 2008 by Anomalously Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Never_Retire_Steve 35 Report post Posted May 7, 2009 It's really interesting reading all the optimism when Hossa first signed here. I think he has definitely been a good addition to the team and I hope that he can elevate his game right now because this is when we need his impact most. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lovin Jiri Fischer 147 Report post Posted May 7, 2009 Why was this recycled? I read the subject, thought it was this year and freaked out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted May 7, 2009 (edited) Why was this recycled? I read the subject, thought it was this year and freaked out. Well, that's your fault for not inherently knowing that contracts are not allowed to be signed during the playoffs. So there's no way this could be anything but a recycled post. Edited May 7, 2009 by rick zombo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lovin Jiri Fischer 147 Report post Posted May 7, 2009 Well, that's your fault for not inherently knowing that contracts are not allowed to be signed during the playoffs. So there's no way this could be anything but a recycled post. Well right. But usually when "_____ signs deal with Wings" comes up, rational thinking does not happen before you click. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted May 7, 2009 Well right. But usually when "_____ signs deal with Wings" comes up, rational thinking does not happen before you click. True dat. I was mostly just giving you a hard time. Not trying to be mean. Anyways........GO WINGS!!!!!!!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ilmickeyli 40 Report post Posted May 7, 2009 Well right. But usually when "_____ signs deal with Wings" comes up, rational thinking does not happen before you click. Especially Hossa Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HadThomasVokounOnFortSt 878 Report post Posted May 8, 2009 YESYSEYSEYSYESYSYESYSYEYSEYSYYESYESYESYESYESYEYSY! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Opie 308 Report post Posted May 8, 2009 The man is made of pure concentrated ownage. Would you ever be caught dead wearing those shoes? That's right, no you wouldn't. Sit your ass down. No one can resist when White Goodman puts on his shiny shoes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
betterREDthandead 58 Report post Posted May 8, 2009 It's been almost a full season now and I still think its unreal that Hossa's a Wing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
