Darren Haydar

[detroitrocks 0]

With Darren Haydars great numbers in Grand Rapids is he ever going to get called up by the Wings this season ?

[Winged_Wheeler 3]

Maybe, but we'll take McCarty before Haydar.

[Yzersyukstromberg 0]

Haydar's numbers aren't that 'great'. He's only managed 69 points in 67 games, which isn't exactly that big of a deal, especially in the AHL. On top of that, he's a -18, which means he's a liability defensively...and that doesn't fly in Detroit. I'd say the odds of him being brought up to Detroit are somewhere between slim and none.

[GROwl 5]

Haydar's numbers aren't that 'great'. He's only managed 69 points in 67 games, which isn't exactly that big of a deal, especially in the AHL. On top of that, he's a -18, which means he's a liability defensively...and that doesn't fly in Detroit. I'd say the odds of him being brought up to Detroit are somewhere between slim and none.

Haydar's numbers are a big deal - even in the AHL. Darren's been among the scoring leaders pretty consistently over the past several years, averaging over a point per game in each season. That being said, I agree with you that he's unlikely to get much time in the NHL, unless there are multiple forwards out for injuries. 1.) He's very small 2.) He's almost 30 years old - clubs tend to want to bring up the young guys for development and to see how they do in the NHL 3.) He's -18 in an organization that has prided themselves on solid defense. The -18 stat is unusual for Darren; however, its still a fact. Darren had planned to play in Europe this year. However, with his girlfriend's medical situation, he decided to stay close. He signed with Detroit because Detroit has the reputation for giving veteran's another chance if they earn it (Langfeld, Hartigan, MacLean). With all the depth this year in GR ... and his -18...he hasn't earned a spot.

[pokemonbreeder18 6]

when someone gets injured next year he will be the guy to call up