Blueliner 69 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 What do you guys think about bringing back Jason Williams? He had 19 goals and 28 assists last year with Atlanta and Columbus. He also played the point on the PP in Columbus which could make him a replacement for Samuelsson on the second unit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newfy 695 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 What do you guys think about bringing back Jason Williams? He had 19 goals and 28 assists last year with Atlanta and Columbus. He also played the point on the PP in Columbus which could make him a replacement for Samuelsson on the second unit. please no... i think ericcson with that booming slapshot should get time on that pp this year with logo hunter gone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingsownnhl43 14 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 :puke: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedFX 48 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 (edited) He's too inconsistent/injury prone to be a staple. Edited July 10, 2009 by RedFX Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miller76 463 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 I think there was a thread on him already in the last week or 10 days ago. The general consensus on him seems to be 'no thanks' around here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 Nah, Bertuzzi, Lang and Calder are all higher on my list of "Old Red Wings" free agents, I'd rather bring back Schnieder then frickin J Willy! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedFX 48 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 Nah, Bertuzzi, Lang and Calder are all higher on my list of "Old Red Wings" free agents, I'd rather bring back Schnieder then frickin J Willy! I was hoping we'd reunite that Matt Ellis-Josh Langfeld-Matt Hussey line of 2007. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 I was hoping we'd reunite that Matt Ellis-Josh Langfeld-Matt Hussey line of 2007. Hahahah, Josh Langfeld, what a hero he was. I honestly liked Ellis, but the other 2 were garbage. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miller76 463 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 I was hoping we'd reunite that Matt Ellis-Josh Langfeld-Matt Hussey line of 2007. Thats funny. I just read that Matt Ellis re-signed in Buffalo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drake_Marcus 890 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 please no... i think ericcson with that booming slapshot should get time on that pp this year with logo hunter gone. Agreed. I was happy to see Williams leave town. After his concussion from that huge hit he was too meek and hesitant out there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
LeftWinger 5,132 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 I bet its gonna be someone like Mike Peca.... He fits Hollands desxription of what he wants to sign. 1. 4th line grinder 2. abrasvie Dallas Drake type (not quite the fights, but with the checking) 3. Hungry for a Cup (I think he hasn't won yet) 4. 1 year and done UFA for $1.2m or less 5. Veteren LEader with playoff experience 6. Good lockeroom, team player He's gone from crappy team to crappy team the last few years (maybe there's a reason for that) BUT put him on a ligit contender, he may just look better. I just believe this guy fits Hollands bill better because he isn't gonna ask for too much, he would feinately take the 1 year, last try contract (Moen would probably want a multi year deal) and that is usually what Holland looks for, especially if Hudler may come back next year. I still would like to Moen here, but I think Peca wouldn't be the typical Holland UFA signing. We don't need a top 6 forward (can't afford it anyway) and our 3rd and 4th lines just need some scrappy, hard nosed, blue collar players. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 I bet its gonna be someone like Mike Peca.... He fits Hollands desxription of what he wants to sign. 1. 4th line grinder 2. abrasvie Dallas Drake type (not quite the fights, but with the checking) 3. Hungry for a Cup (I think he hasn't won yet) 4. 1 year and done UFA for $1.2m or less 5. Veteren LEader with playoff experience 6. Good lockeroom, team player He's gone from crappy team to crappy team the last few years (maybe there's a reason for that) BUT put him on a ligit contender, he may just look better. I just believe this guy fits Hollands bill better because he isn't gonna ask for too much, he would feinately take the 1 year, last try contract (Moen would probably want a multi year deal) and that is usually what Holland looks for, especially if Hudler may come back next year. I still would like to Moen here, but I think Peca wouldn't be the typical Holland UFA signing. We don't need a top 6 forward (can't afford it anyway) and our 3rd and 4th lines just need some scrappy, hard nosed, blue collar players. I'm still not opposed to going to camp as is and dealing with it later, but Peca and Pyatt are two players I could get behind signing, although that would throw the rest of the cap space away. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 I'm still not opposed to going to camp as is and dealing with it later, but Peca and Pyatt are two players I could get behind signing, although that would throw the rest of the cap space away. I kind of want to wait until camp, too, but then again I do feel the need to sign at least one player just to make sure we're not hurting too bad from lack of depth. You know, grab a decent player while they're out there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swayze 81 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 Williams can only score against one team...Detroit. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ben_usmc 253 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 no way in hell would I want Williams back, there is a reason he was traded in the 1st place. He plays way to soft and has absolutely no defensive skills. Oh yeah and he was horrible running the PP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WingsNick5 0 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 newfy..."logo hunter" That's GREAT! I was so happy to see Sammy go. And, as far as this topic, no to Willy. He was here and didn't prove his worth so he's gone. Don't bring him back. Nice guy, but he just doesn't fit in. I also like the idea of Big E taking his place on the PP. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mors 201 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 Absolutely not. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Casey 145 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 Not a chance. Of the former Wings out there, Shanahan, Dandenault and Deveraux are miles ahead of Williams. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dano33 41 Report post Posted July 10, 2009 I was hoping we'd reunite that Matt Ellis-Josh Langfeld-Matt Hussey line of 2007. Haha, what a great line, their offensive zone pressure consisted of battling for the puck along the boards, then turning it over. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hack & Whack Rule! 160 Report post Posted July 11, 2009 What do you guys think about bringing back Jason Williams? He had 19 goals and 28 assists last year with Atlanta and Columbus. He also played the point on the PP in Columbus which could make him a replacement for Samuelsson on the second unit. Go to bed! No dessert for you, either! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MaynardJKeenan 1 Report post Posted July 11, 2009 Where's the luv for J Dubb? Not here fo sho, just say no to that signing. One of my least favorite players that have ever played for the Wings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SouthernWingsFan 854 Report post Posted July 11, 2009 I'd like the Red Wings to re-sign Williams just to piss people off in here. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Stiffy 0 Report post Posted July 11, 2009 I'd like the Red Wings to re-sign Williams just to piss people off in here. I think that would do it! Just go away JW, you went away once already and it was great. Playoff chokers I can live with, but ones whose mistakes cost pivotal games? Forget it. Yes Stuart, you are on this list too,. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
