Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Link Holland said Chris Chelios was on the flight to Vegas with him Wednesday. "We had a good visit," Holland said. "He's going to come in and see me Monday or Tuesday, and we'll probably address his situation with the Red Wings at that time." Surely he's done as a Wing? What possible benefit could there be of re-signing him for another year? I say he should retire and serve as an assistant coach, mentoring the young defencemen. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Cheli has pretty much said he won't be back here but will go elsewhere if someone will take him. He'd like to stay; there just isn't room for him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dat's sick 1,002 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Maybe the Lilja situation opens up for Cheli staying another year? But I really doubt he'll stay, they've been saying all year that this is his last season with the Wings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zion 93 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Maybe the Lilja situation opens up for Cheli staying another year? But I really doubt he'll stay, they've been saying all year that this is his last season with the Wings. Who is "they"? I have not heard this, though I think it is just common sense at this point. The meeting will probably be about a coaching position, perhaps replacing McCrimmon? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zion 93 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 And don't call me "Shirley". Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RainingBlood 8 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Link Surely he's done as a Wing? What possible benefit could there be of re-signing him for another year? I say he should retire and serve as an assistant coach, mentoring the young defencemen. Thats what I want, I would love him to coach the defense Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dat's sick 1,002 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Who is "they"? I have not heard this, though I think it is just common sense at this point. The meeting will probably be about a coaching position, perhaps replacing McCrimmon? Holland and Chelios. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thedisappearer 291 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 perhaps replacing McCrimmon? This. A million times this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 This. A million times this. Sweet God yes, but I have a feeling if we don't resign him Chicago will. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedWings 79 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 come on, NOBODY would resign chelios... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MattPlay 0 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 (edited) Surely Chelios is done as a Wing? I dont know, and please don't call me Shirley Edited June 20, 2009 by MattPlay Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 come on, NOBODY would resign chelios... Why not? He's still capable of playing. He's certainly a good third pairing on a team lackign in defensive depth, and he's cheap and provides veteran leadership. He's been nothing but solid for us when we called him up and would be an asset to any team in need of settling down their defense. Someoen would sign him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 No one can resign Cheli. Only Cheli can resign, and only before the 30th of June. After that, he is a UFA. We can re-sign him. Other teams can sign him. Chicago and Montreal can, technically re-sign him since he was once signed there, but only Cheli can resign and he has said that he wishes to re-sign. I can see him going to the Kings. It's near home (California home, that is) and they could use a good veteran d-man. Say good night, Gracie. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uk_redwing 495 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 He better not be on our roster come September. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Heaton 1 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 He better not be on our roster come September. Or what? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mors 201 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 I'd like to see Chelios brought on as a defensive coach, although it doesn't sound like that's what he's hoping for. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uk_redwing 495 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Or what? Exactly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DYags 0 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 (edited) He better not be on our roster come September. Your avatar is awesome Edited June 20, 2009 by DYags Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
uk_redwing 495 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Your avatar is awesome When are my avators ever not awesome? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SouthernWingsFan 854 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Loyalty. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rage 24 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Yeah, he's done here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kolo 10 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 I took this image at the 2nd Home Game against the Pens! I thought it Looked pretty professional and It looks like hes leaving the team or something. Haha Idk! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted June 20, 2009 Maybe the Lilja situation opens up for Cheli staying another year? But I really doubt he'll stay, they've been saying all year that this is his last season with the Wings. Does the CBA allow for such things as 30 day contracts or something? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,803 Report post Posted June 21, 2009 I think he'll probably retire. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dimaline312000 51 Report post Posted June 21, 2009 I personally wish he would retire because I'd love for him to retire as a Red Wing but it's up to him. I just hope the Wings don't get soft and sign him again if he doesn't retire. I don't know any team in the NHL these days that are going to want a part-time Defensman because that is what he has become this past season for the Red Wings. Best of luck to Chelly in whatever he decides to do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
