Slave 31 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 We are without Franzen, Holmstrom, Stuart and possibly lebda after tonight, we are also missing Meech. That is some serious players on our team who are missing, some big cogs in the big red machine...yet to be honest with you the last 2 weeks, I have not even noticed, the boys are playing that good without them, even the powerplay is still clicking along without our top 2 net pressence guys. MAN I LOVE THIS TEAM. anyways just an observation, we for sure are gonna lose some players this off season, but the way i see it now, it is not gonna hurt this team too much at all. What do you guys think? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xBrave_Heartx 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 I want to see Kindl play. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dat's sick 1,002 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 Leino and Helm could step in on many teams top 2 lines. We're pretty lucky to have guys like that as replacements for our injured players. But no more injuries on the D, okay? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 We've got more developed and better talent in the system than last year. We've been kicking ass and taking names, I'm pretty pleased. It says a lot that some teams lose one or two players and struggle, and we're down quite a few and we've actually been playing BETTER. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
syntax 359 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 I believe Meech was a healthy scratch for tonights game against the Wild, was he not? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zeke 5 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 I believe Meech was a healthy scratch for tonights game against the Wild, was he not? I think he still has 'groin issues'. Who is the next d-man to call up? Is there anyone ahead of Kindl on the depth chart? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Glubki 17 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 I believe Meech was a healthy scratch for tonights game against the Wild, was he not? I believe so - Mickey and Ken said he was healthy and waiting to play if needed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ComradeWasabi 109 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 Meech is ready to go tomorrow night if Lebs is hurt. And I believe Kindl is #1 on the depth chart in GR now with Big Rig having wrist issues. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
YoungGuns1340 1 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 With the Eurotwins united, Stuart and Kronwall separated, and the youngsters in Helm and Leino really running and gunning out there, its hard to want these guys back. But when they do, I wouldn't be against scratching Malts and Kopecky and keeping Helm and Leino up if we can. At the very least, scratch Kopecky and keep Helm in the regular rotation. Helm had 5 hits tonight. And keep Kronwall with Lidstrom when Stuart returns. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pjgj13 30 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 Ever since the injury bug hit a few weeks ago, the offense is clicking on all cylinders! Outscoring the opposition 29-15 (including the SO win). Averaging 5 goals a game over 6 is pretty damn good! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LEBDA22 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 missed the game tonight. what happened to Lebda? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 missed the game tonight. what happened to Lebda? Went to the boards funny after a hit. Not sure if it is his shoulder or back. Also not sure if the boards or the player did the damage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blueliner 69 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 Lebda won't make the trip to Columbus, but will be day-to-day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ComradeWasabi 109 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 Went to the boards funny after a hit. Not sure if it is his shoulder or back. Also not sure if the boards or the player did the damage. He got rammed pretty hard. Clutterbuck charged him from just inside the blueline and Lebs bent down to try to avoid it at the last minute, his whole weight went into the boards with his back bent weirdly. Hopefully he's okay, he's been pretty decent lately. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 He got rammed pretty hard. Clutterbuck charged him from just inside the blueline and Lebs bent down to try to avoid it at the last minute, his whole weight went into the boards with his back bent weirdly. Hopefully he's okay, he's been pretty decent lately. I was 3 rows up tonight right on the blue line, seen it well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hokeychik22 17 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 (edited) Went to the boards funny after a hit. Not sure if it is his shoulder or back. Also not sure if the boards or the player did the damage. i was there and he went down and slid into the boards. When he went off the ice he looked like he was limping and hunched over, it didn;t look good. didn't come back on the ice after words either. Hope Brett isn't hurt too bad.. Meech is injured also i believe, his groin. Call up a dman from GR. I know that once Ericsson is healed (his wrist) i'm told he's playing in Detroit, it could be any day too. Edited February 13, 2009 by hokeychik22 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ComradeWasabi 109 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 I was 3 rows up tonight right on the blue line, seen it well. Well then, dont I look silly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 i was there and he went down and slid into the boards. When he went off the ice he looked like he was limping and hunched over, it didn;t look good. didn't come back on the ice after words either. Hope Brett isn't hurt too bad.. His left shoulder was dropped as he skated off and you are correct, he was hurting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lfd250 1 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 Babs said back spasms in press conf after game. Meech to play tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkey 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 With the Eurotwins united, Stuart and Kronwall separated, and the youngsters in Helm and Leino really running and gunning out there, its hard to want these guys back. But when they do, I wouldn't be against scratching Malts and Kopecky and keeping Helm and Leino up if we can. At the very least, scratch Kopecky and keep Helm in the regular rotation. Helm had 5 hits tonight. And keep Kronwall with Lidstrom when Stuart returns. Once Stewart comes back, I believe Helm and Leinio will have to be sent back down because of salary cap issues. they can come back at the end of the year/playoffs when the cap is not an issue. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
13Wings40 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 (edited) When Stuart comes back, they will then put Homer on the LTIR (retroactive) to combat the Salary Cap problem with Leino and Helm. Edited February 13, 2009 by 13Wings40 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
monkey 0 Report post Posted February 13, 2009 When Stuart comes back, they will then put Homer on the LTIR (retroactive) to combat the Salary Cap problem with Leino and Helm. excellent! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
