umredwing11 2 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 Wings arent an elite team? Maybe they haven't played up to their potential, but it's ten games in. It's the same team from last year, plus a big free agent. They're resting on their laurels a bit much, but they'll come around. They always do. Exactly...they have elite players who are not playing up to their potential. If anybody can make these guys play up their highest levels it is Babcock. I have trust in him--he'll either get the effort he wants or bench them (hopefully). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Rule_1010 4 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 Hahaha! As pissed off I am at this team right now, its comments like that, that at least give me something to laugh at. LOL, yeah. As much as I hate losing, some comments on this site are so funny when we are losing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glubki 17 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 Good managers don't panic they forsee problems and nip them in the bud - lets see what Mike and Kenny do over the next 15 days to address the apathy we are seeing on a nightly basis. Something is amiss and discussing it hardly means people are hitting the panic button - just stating the obvious... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clutchngrab 12 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 This could be the sharks year. They obviously are a harder working team than in the past. Hats off to McLellan so far. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 Wings arent an elite team? Maybe they haven't played up to their potential, but it's ten games in. It's the same team from last year, plus a big free agent. They're resting on their laurels a bit much, but they'll come around. They always do. No. They aren't an elite team. And Babcock agrees. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 Wings arent an elite team? Maybe they haven't played up to their potential, but it's ten games in. It's the same team from last year, plus a big free agent. They're resting on their laurels a bit much, but they'll come around. They always do. You speak truth. We've seen this before. The Wings didn't get worse. They're PLAYING worse. This won't last. Something will click, sooner or later. Remember the last few months of the 2002 season? Or parts of last season? We were so sure they would never win the Cup, but they won both years. There you go. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
umredwing11 2 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 I guess I'll look on the bright side right now...at least I am not a Lions fan. The wings have more wins right now than the lions will probably get in the next 2 seasons...combined. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckbags 863 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 I think its funny that we are 7-2-2 and have played less than average...can you imagine what our record would be if we would've been playing good all year? The sign of great teams is when you can get wins when you arent playing your best. As for the Sharks...I will say it again...they look good but talk to me come playoff time. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DatsyukownzU13 1 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 BORING Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 I think this shows just how important Franzen is to this team. Not just because he's a scoring and hitting machine, but every line (bar the 1st) has become weaker due to his absence. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
umredwing11 2 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 You speak truth. We've seen this before. The Wings didn't get worse. They're PLAYING worse. This won't last. Something will click, sooner or later. Remember the last few months of the 2002 season? Or parts of last season? We were so sure they would never win the Cup, but they won both years. There you go. Yea, like that stretch where we didn't win a game in like 10 games? We were all freaking and I am pretty sure things turned out okay. Hopefully this game pissed every single Red Wing off and things will get better from here ::keeps fingers crossed:: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 We need to get Marcel Hossa to complete H-H-H Line.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 McCarty should've just beaten the s*** out of Thornton, would've given us something to be proud of Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 PP Coming up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWingsFanatic 4 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 The Wings are still a very elite team. They just haven't played like it yet. "But then they aren't an elite team if they haven't played like it, blah blah blah." I get it. This is a team that should be playing far better than they are right now. Still, this is an extremely talented group of players. Hell, they're 7-2-2. Say what you want, but a record is how you identify an elite team. They have played well enough to earn points in 9 of 11 games. That's a pretty great start. This was a tough scenario tonight. We're on the road, we played last night, San Jose is rested and playing extremely well. I'm not going lose too much sleep over it. So, yeah, we're probably going to need to get better. We still haven't played 60 minutes. Yadda yadda yadda. I understand the concern. But saying that this team is not one of the best in the league is ridiculous. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown Red Wings 245 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 No. They aren't an elite team. And Babcock agrees. Babcock should say that because their level of play hasn't been deserving. But I think everyone in the world knows that the Wings are the elite team. They aren't playing great, yes. There is no reason to open any bottles of champagne. I just think it's little much if you believe the Wings arent an elite team, as opposed to an elite team that is playing like piss. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
umredwing11 2 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 Alright I am off to bed...6am comes wayy too fast. Here's to a better outcome come Sunday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 PP Coming up Sharks score short handed you say? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yzermania 156 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 McCarty should've just beaten the s*** out of Thornton, would've given us something to be proud of and if it was 1997, he might of had a chance! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DyingAlive 27 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 This could be the sharks year. They obviously are a harder working team than in the past. Hats off to McLellan so far. Except for the fact people have been saying that for the past 3 years. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown Red Wings 245 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 I guess I'll look on the bright side right now...at least I am not a Lions fan. The wings have more wins right now than the lions will probably get in the next 2 seasons...combined. You see, I am a Lions fan, which is why I find it hard to get too pissed off watching my favorite team, the defending Stanley Cup champs, play a little lacksadaisical. I'm not saying I'm not unhappy with their performance, but I guess I'm like the Wings, I'm still fat and happy with last season and believe we'll get it going. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 So now the ref's blow the whistle for a high stick.... phhht Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doc Holiday 0 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 WINGS TIE IT UP!!! CONKLIN JUST SCORED A 3 POINTER! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 I think its funny that we are 7-2-2 and have played less than average...can you imagine what our record would be if we would've been playing good all year? The sign of great teams is when you can get wins when you arent playing your best. As for the Sharks...I will say it again...they look good but talk to me come playoff time. Please...now you're just being a homer. The Sharks are the best team in the league and the talk of the league is how much they have changed. McLellan has done wonders for this team. This isnt a team that is riding by on talent anymore. They're working hard and playing strong at every position - if anything, the roles are reversed and the Wings are the ones getting by on talent. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SuperNovaXll 124 Report post Posted October 31, 2008 and if it was 1997, he might of had a chance! LOL! Ouch...that one was harsh.. :punch: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
