waitahochiminute 2 Report post Posted May 22, 2009 I went to the game on Feb 25. Loved seeing Leino take the puck and go straight to the net...and that goal he batted out of the air was insane! What do you think of him coming up and getting on a line with Zetterberg or maybe Hossa just to see if he can get some zing going on the offensive side of things. I see they are putting Maltby back in and im not against that really cause of his experience and speed...but I could see them scratching Kader maybe and just trying out Leino for a game or two. Whats everyone think of the Leino situation and is there a reason why he isn't getting called up ahead of kader? I know hes earned his due but this Leino guy can go to the net and get things going from what i've seen...either way this team combined with the talent coming out of Grand Rapids is just great to watch develop. Go wings! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NGKEIB 32 Report post Posted May 22, 2009 Abdelkader and Maltby are players with a similar, gritty style, which is why they're replacing one another. Leino is more of a 'skill' player, and will only be brought in to replace 'skill' guys (even though he will probably be starting on the fourth line). He hasn't had a chance to play until tonight, since no one in his mould has been out until now (though Datsyuk may play, one never knows...). I look forward to possibly seeing him play - his deflection goal was great, but what about his spin-around goal? I believe it was against New Jersey; he showed great patience there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwashington2000 42 Report post Posted May 22, 2009 Abdelkader and Maltby are players with a similar, gritty style, which is why they're replacing one another. Leino is more of a 'skill' player, and will only be brought in to replace 'skill' guys (even though he will probably be starting on the fourth line). He hasn't had a chance to play until tonight, since no one in his mould has been out until now (though Datsyuk may play, one never knows...). I look forward to possibly seeing him play - his deflection goal was great, but what about his spin-around goal? I believe it was against New Jersey; he showed great patience there. Against Capitals, I enjoyed the goal at the MCI or Verizon center. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
b.shanafan14 733 Report post Posted May 22, 2009 Can't replace a grinder with a scorer, especially this time of year. If Datsyuk is indeed out tonight, which I believe he is, we'll most likely see Leino get the call to pick up some offensive threat. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
waitahochiminute 2 Report post Posted May 22, 2009 Guess I should of read the headline on the main page, and the free press first. Looks like Leino will be in. sweet! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
