Rivalred 630 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 (edited) But the big question is who will finish the game? Osgood was hung out to dry by many breakdowns and turnovers. Did you even watch the game? Edited October 14, 2009 by Rivalred Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Echolalia 2,961 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Osgood was hung out to dry by man breakdowns and turnovers. Did you even watch the game? Yeah the defense sucked, but to say that Osgood was solid would be pushing it. Even with the lack of support a couple of those goals were laughable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Yeah the defense sucked, but to say that Osgood was solid would be pushing it. Even with the lack of support a couple of those goals were laughable. Many odd man rushes and Osgood has to watch opponents. The deflection off of Lidstrom's skate is a solid example. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chunkylover 26 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Nope. Just time to bench some of our crappy, overpaid players (Rafalski, Holmstrom). If you guys haven't started watching how bad Rafalski is for this team, start. This guy isn't worth 2 million a season, let alone 6. He's week in the corners, slow in transition, and a big ZERO in team leadership/inspiration. The guy has power play value, but his 5 on 5 effectiveness is in the minus category. I wish the Wings could unload him first. He's a waste of money. Yeah, but he, like most of the team can step up their play in the playoffs. I don't know if you can go so far as to say he has "ZERO" leadership qualities, because Babs includes him in the leadership corps. The team just needs to realize that no matter how much it sucks to have to play regular season hockey, they have to do it anyway. They don't get paid for the post-season, they get paid for getting there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cupforwings 138 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Nope. Just time to bench some of our crappy, overpaid players (Rafalski, Holmstrom). If you guys haven't started watching how bad Rafalski is for this team, start. This guy isn't worth 2 million a season, let alone 6. He's week in the corners, slow in transition, and a big ZERO in team leadership/inspiration. The guy has power play value, but his 5 on 5 effectiveness is in the minus category. I wish the Wings could unload him first. He's a waste of money. Really? We should just let you be coach and GM of the wings with all your brilliant ideas Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lamothe 5 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Yeah the defense sucked, but to say that Osgood was solid would be pushing it. Even with the lack of support a couple of those goals were laughable. Agreed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yzerfan1999 81 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 (edited) Sorry. Double Post. Edited October 14, 2009 by Yzerfan1999 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pucks 66 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 (edited) Osgood was hung out to dry by many breakdowns and turnovers. Did you even watch the game? Osgood was hung out to dry by his terrible 5 hole coverage. I'd like to take his nut cup away, then maybe he'd cover that spot. Edited October 14, 2009 by Pucks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Osgood was hung out to dry by his terrible 5 hole coverage. I'd like to take his nut cup away, then maybe he'd cover that spot. 5 hole coverage must not be all that bad if he lasted this long in the league and has what now a total of 3 CUPS? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pucks 66 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 5 hole coverage must not be all that bad if he lasted this long in the league and has what now a total of 3 CUPS? Maltby has what 4 cups? He must be the best forward in the league. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Maltby has what 4 cups? He must be the best forward in the league. One of the better 2 way players and penalty killers. "delusional delusional losing your mind" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pucks 66 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Not interested in your Osgood mangasm. The team was terrible yesterday and Osgood was among the worst of them. Bored now. Please continue. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 The team was terrible yesterday Fixed... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Buppy 1,720 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Nope. Just time to bench some of our crappy, overpaid players (Rafalski, Holmstrom). If you guys haven't started watching how bad Rafalski is for this team, start. This guy isn't worth 2 million a season, let alone 6. He's week in the corners, slow in transition, and a big ZERO in team leadership/inspiration. The guy has power play value, but his 5 on 5 effectiveness is in the minus category. I wish the Wings could unload him first. He's a waste of money. Homer's solid play and team lead in goals got you looking for another target? lol Seriously though, a lot of people were questioning Rafi's worth last year, and he hasn't exatly been stellar. NTC though, and not likely in a hurry to leave his hometown. And honestly, no one would trade someone any better for him. I would like to see the defense lines shaken up. Kronwall and Stuart look alright, and Lids has been top notch, maybe new partners will get everyone looking good. Ericsson with Lids, Rafi with Kronwall, Lebda with Stuart. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest mindfly Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Osgood has been so lucky playing almost entire career in detroit getting all those W's from the powerful offense. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Osgood has been so lucky playing almost entire career in detroit getting all those W's from the powerful offense. Check his stats when he played for the Islanders and Blues. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chrisdetroit 189 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 Maltby has what 4 cups? He must be the best forward in the league. Yea, Maltby's role as a 4th line checker is just as important to the outcome of the game as the starting goaltender's role..... What a stupid comparison. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
puckloo39 5,686 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 If you guys haven't started watching how bad Rafalski is for this team, start. This guy isn't worth 2 million a season, let alone 6. He's weak in the corners, slow in transition, and a big ZERO in team leadership/inspiration. Rafalski will be worth the money. Just you wait and see! Please say you will be around to admit it when he turns it up and is awesome? As for being a zero in leadership and inspiration, not necessarily about Raffi, but that I have to agree about, including everyone on the team in that category. None of them seem to have any sort of focus this season, nor did they last season. They seem to coast from game to game, with no real interest in winning or losing. I am sure they don't feel that way, but the spark is missing. We need someone to inspire and admire, to light the fire. I don't see that person on the current roster. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brett 1,029 Report post Posted October 14, 2009 i thought this thread was going to be able the ass whopping he gave everyone in practice today Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Electrophile 3,554 Report post Posted October 15, 2009 Boy, it's like Christmas for us Wings fans, isn't it? Keeps getting better and better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thedatsyukian 7 Report post Posted October 15, 2009 Man with Datsyuk and Franzen out of the lineup... bleh. That's all I can say about the roster. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted October 15, 2009 Nope. Just time to bench some of our crappy, overpaid players (Rafalski, Holmstrom). If you guys haven't started watching how bad Rafalski is for this team, start. This guy isn't worth 2 million a season, let alone 6. He's week in the corners, slow in transition, and a big ZERO in team leadership/inspiration. The guy has power play value, but his 5 on 5 effectiveness is in the minus category. I wish the Wings could unload him first. He's a waste of money. You totally hit it on the head. Your post is one of the best examples I've seen of a completely off-topic, thread derailing post. Nice work troll! ON topic, I can only hope the team can rally around this and the younger guys can fill this ice time. It's not totally unrealistic. Remember a few years back when half our lineup was the Griffins due to the injury bug? Matt even put a bandaid on the LGW logo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Donaldjr2448 43 Report post Posted October 15, 2009 Hey, At least its early in the year!! Lets get the injuries out of the way early! If Franzen is out 4-6 months when does the roster have to be set for the playoffs? The reason I ask, if he is not ready or still on LTIR, maybe we should consider using his unused salary and pick up someone in November instead of waiting. Just a thought!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vladifan 680 Report post Posted October 15, 2009 Same s*** as last year's playoffs. FIRE THE TEAM DOCTORS KENNY!!!! Or send May to beat the crap out of them. Short and sweet. Meanwhile, I still think Zetts is not completely healed and now with Datsyuk hurting, it looks like it could definitely take more timefor them to get back in sync. I am VERY happy to hear that Malts and Drapes will be back. Hopefully Lebda's had some time to think things over. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Chunkylover 26 Report post Posted October 15, 2009 Or send May to beat the crap out of them. Short and sweet. Meanwhile, I still think Zetts is not completely healed and now with Datsyuk hurting, it looks like it could definitely take more timefor them to get back in sync. I am VERY happy to hear that Malts and Drapes will be back. Hopefully Lebda's had some time to think things over. Lebda was dreadful at the beginning of last season and after being benched for a few games, came back and improved to be a plus player from, what, minus-22? Here's hoping he's used the time to focus on his game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
