WCSF GAME 2 GDT: Ducks 4 at Red Wings 3 (3OT)

[Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204]

Is it clear enough yet that if Helm had decent linemates (meaning: not Kopecky) the 4th line could be putting points on the board right now?

I cant wait till Drapes get back, the 4th line will be even faster and probably more physical.

[Vincanni 1]

Too bad we have a classy coach who doesn't whine like a little ***** constantly. We could use a few Therrienesque obstruction complaints, Ducks clearly playing pre-lockout hockey out there.

[blikst 1]

Is nbc always this pro-Anaheim?

[GMRwings1983 8,794]

jeeezusss....one outta two so far....

Not quite.

I predicted him to score on the PP.

[Jedi 1,865]

Surprisingly, Getzlaf only had 7:06 this period.

Sure didn't seem like it was that little! Oh well, still high numbers for a forward in a period.

[Guest Shoreline]

God, how short is Pang, 5'1"? I swear he shrinks more each year.

He's one of the American analysts I can tolerate. Not to say he's outstanding, but tolerable. It's crazy that a guy that short could be a goalie.

[edicius 3,269]

Sorry, Getz...you may have allegedly modeled yourself after Sakic, but you don't even have a fraction of his class.

[Guest Shoreline]

Sorry, Getz...you may have allegedly modeled yourself after Sakic, but you don't even have a fraction of his class.

Or hair.

[servo 15]

We looked terrible for the most part; losing one on one battles, slow to the puck, no puck support, poor puck control. Thank God for poor defensive coverage and a lucky bounce.

Has anyone else noticed how the ducks are getting away with obstruction? The Wings will dump or pass and drive to the net and the opposition will take the lane and push off them. THat was usually called in the regular season. Now to take the opposition, I haven't seen them move into the lane. Maybe you can argue it is a "finishing your check", but there is no momentum for them to check therefore they obstruct.

[Matt 1,048]

Wings actually lost the faceoff battle in the first period, 13-10 -- another testament to getting outworked on the post puck drop scrums.

Much room for improvement.

[Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204]

Or hair.

hahaha, well played. Getzlaf and his bald spot.

[Jedi 1,865]

He's one of the American analysts I can tolerate. Not to say he's outstanding, but tolerable. It's crazy that a guy that short could be a goalie.

Well... not quite. Hasek has more career shutouts than Panger has career wins...

But I think he's A-OK as an analyst. Definitely better than McGuire the tool.

[Guest mindfly]

I have the swedish announcers (very pro wings ofc hehe) but how are the NBC announcers? are they whining about the non-calls on detroit or something?

[titanium2 867]

Is nbc always this pro-Anaheim?

Moreso pro north american. It's easier to pay the bills that way.

[Vincanni 1]

He's one of the American analysts I can tolerate. Not to say he's outstanding, but tolerable. It's crazy that a guy that short could be a goalie.

I actually somewhat like Pang as well, as for his height I just found this in his wiki page...

"Standing only 5-foot-5, Pang was one of the shortest players to play in the NHL. It was often joked that he was the only goalie with a "6 hole," right above his head.?

[NeverForgetMac25 483]

I think you were being just as hair trigger as those who were claiming this team is crumbling and having the sky-is-falling attitude based on almost one single minute of hockey played. How would one suggest the sky is falling from the Wings scoring a goal? Seriously.

TBH, I think you're making too big of a deal out of this. Sammy has been one of the premier LGW whipping boys since he's been in Detroit, and I've seen enough posts to last a lifetime. Looks like I misunderstood your post...can't you see why with how the mass of LGW likes to rip #37?

[Reds4Life 51]

I really hope Wings start playing much much better, because Ducks were much better team in the first. Datsyuk, Hossa, Zetterberg aren't doing anything, Getzlaf's line is by far the best so far. Helm was the best forward..that speaks for itself. Really lucky to be tied at 2 so far.

Go Wings!

[Dabura 12,207]

Wings actually lost the faceoff battle in the first period, 13-10 -- another testament to getting outworked on the post puck drop scrums.

Good stat.

[Broken 16 381]

Is nbc always this pro-Anaheim?

C'mon... not this again. I'm sure they will focus on a Wings player during the second intermission. Take a breath. It'll all be ok.

[Guest Shoreline]

I actually somewhat like Pang as well, as for his height I just found this in his wiki page...

"Standing only 5-foot-5, Pang was one of the shortest players to play in the NHL. It was often joked that he was the only goalie with a "6 hole," right above his head.?

Yeah I was about to make a 6 hole joke but there's been a lot of that joke lately. Poor guy.

To Jedi, I guess I'm one of the few who actually likes McGuire (only with TSN, of course)..

[Dabura 12,207]

Datsyuk, Hossa, Zetterberg aren't doing anything

I thought Hossa had a great period. Z & D were more or less invisible.

[BlueMonk 102]

An uninspired period of hockey by the Wings. Too many turnovers, first of all. And the disturbing trend of loose pucks in the slot always winding up on an Anaheim stick for a good scoring chance continues. Hossa needs to assert himself.

[Guest Shoreline]

TBH, I think you're making too big of a deal out of this. Sammy has been one of the premier LGW whipping boys since he's been in Detroit, and I've seen enough posts to last a lifetime. Looks like I misunderstood your post...can't you see why with how the mass of LGW likes to rip #37?

Oh I can see, that's why I was mocking them.

[Dabura 12,207]

Outhitting them 15-9.

[edicius 3,269]

C'mon... not this again. I'm sure they will focus on a Wings player during the second intermission. Take a breath. It'll all be ok.

But...Crosby's not on the Wings...