Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted April 8, 2010 Hahaha I love Patty Eaves!! He's going to be great in the playoffs, I just know it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted April 8, 2010 Patrick Eaves not one to dog it on the iceTo the great delight of his Red Wings teammates, Patrick Eaves owns a small horse masquerading as a Newfoundland dog, which from what they've seen is the one in control during walks and certainly able to take him in a fight. Not that they don't recognize how tough Eaves is -- in fact, he showed his scrappy side when he fought Kris Russell during Wednesday's 4-3 victory over Columbus at Joe Louis Arena. Besides throwing punches, Eaves, together with Helm, get a lot of credit for the success of the penalty kill and for infusing youth into the lineup. Eaves, 25, and Helm, 23, have played together most of the season, and while their primary role is as a checking line, both can chip in offensively -- like Helm setting up Dan Cleary's winning goal against Columbus -- making them like a Generation: Next of Kris Draper and Kirk Maltby. "They've been a good mix," coach Mike Babcock said of Eaves and Helm. "One guy flies around, the other guy is looking after him a bit more, but they've both been good, and we need them to continue to be good." Helm and Eaves are the go-to forwards for killing penalties, and it says something about their efficiency that their own power forwards are glad they're not facing them. "Eaves blocks a lot of shots with his hands, without falling down on the ice," Johan Franzen said. "He's one of our best at that. Helm's got speed. When you're on the power play, you've really got to be careful what you do with the puck, because if Helm gets a hold of it, he'll definitely beat you back to your own net. I wouldn't want to play against them." For Eaves, it's a matter of taking pride in his work. "It hurts, but I look at it as a huge part of the game and huge part of our penalty kill," he said. "Some guys you see wind up and you're a little hesitant, but still you just try to get in the way and hope it hits a pad." While the Wings have valued Helm since he came up from the minors and looked right at home in the playoffs two years ago, Eaves was uncovered last August as a free-agent leftover. Now he's another example of someone who came to Detroit and thrived. "They've done a great job," Draper said. "Helmer's a great skater, and he certainly likes to mix it up and get in on the forecheck. Eaver, it's unbelievable what a great shot-blocker he is. They bring a lot of energy to this hockey club." They also bring laughter, Helm for what's perceived as a resemblance to Lloyd Christmas from "Dumb and Dumber," Eaves for that big dog of his. Rueben, according to Eaves, weighs 125 pounds at 18 months old, and that's nothing compared to his mom, who weighed 190 (Rueben's, not Eaves'). "His dog is bigger than both of us," Helm said, laughing. "It's huge. I saw the dog pull him around yesterday in the dressing room. If he wants to go somewhere, Patty is not going to be able to stop it, that's all I'm saying." http://www.freep.com/article/20100408/SPORTS05/4080468/1053/sports05/Patrick-Eaves-not-one-to-dog-it-on-the-ice Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted April 10, 2010 8:42 with 2 shots against the Jackets. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bdavis 28 Report post Posted April 10, 2010 (edited) 8:42 with 2 shots against the Jackets. Geez, why don't they just bench him... Not even 9 minutes Give the guy a chance on the point during the power play. He would do better than Williams. Eaves isn't being used up to his potential. Edited April 10, 2010 by bd2988 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted April 12, 2010 Man, The Detroit News has some awesome pics from the Hawks game. SPAZZY EAVES!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted April 12, 2010 (edited) Final regular season stats: 64 games: 12 goals 10 assists 22 points His highest point and goal totals since 2006-07 and the second highest assists in a season. Well done to a great regular season Eavesy! Now deliver in the playoffs as I know you can! Edited April 12, 2010 by Aussie_Wing Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted April 12, 2010 Final regular season stats: 64 games: 12 goals 10 assists 22 points His highest point and goal totals since 2006-07 and the second highest assists in a season. Well done to a great regular season Eavesy! Now deliver in the playoffs as I know you can! How good is that rate for 13 minutes a game? Average? Above Average? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted April 12, 2010 How good is that rate for 13 minutes a game? Average? Above Average? Very good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted April 16, 2010 8:36 TOI against the 'Yotes in Game 1, 1 shot. Hopefully we use some of his energy tonight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted April 21, 2010 Eaves was awesome tonight. 15:46 TOI, 6:03 shorthanded! Helm and Eaves are deadly on the PK. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted April 21, 2010 You killed him... Whyyyyyyyyyyyy? 1 Original-Six reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Lidstromboli Report post Posted April 21, 2010 "gimme yer lunch money or i'm gonna pound you, dweeb!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted May 19, 2010 Final Stats for Eaves - 65 GP, 12 G, 10 A, 22 PTS, Even +/-, 26 PIM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HankthaTank 1,100 Report post Posted May 19, 2010 Meh, resign him.. Showed some great upside while killing penalties and throwing the weight. He is a serviceable 3rd liner with a real good shot(when it hits the net). We'll take him over Miller. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted May 20, 2010 I'd want him back next season. We'd all miss his classic looks after a goal. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thedatsyukian 7 Report post Posted June 5, 2010 (edited) One final update for the season that includes the playoffs. Honestly, I think he was one of the most important additions the team made this season. After Helm, he was our most consistent penalty killing forward, creating a terrific tandem. Hopefully he's back next season. Edited June 5, 2010 by thedatsyukian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted June 5, 2010 One final update for the season that includes the playoffs. Honestly, I think he was one of the most important additions the team made this season. After Helm, he was our most consistent penalty killing forward, creating a terrific tandem. Hopefully he's back next season. Helm and Eaves need a guy on their line who can really dish out the physical play so that they can forecheck more recklessly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bdavis 28 Report post Posted June 6, 2010 (edited) Helm and Eaves need a guy on their line who can really dish out the physical play so that they can forecheck more recklessly. Abby Edited June 6, 2010 by bd2988 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted June 6, 2010 Abby Ideally, yes. I think they need more of a veteran presence in that area though. NOT Draper, obviously. Besides, I have a "bad" feeling about Abby. Not that he won't be an NHL player but that he might be a little too skilled for that kind of role. He might fight some to start out. But then all of a sudden he gets some more ice time, racks up some points, plays significant minutes on the PK and realizes that he'd rather be on the ice instead of in the box. Therefore, he'll eventually evolve into a "fighting only when absolutely necessary" kind of guy. It's not really a bad thing to have a player like that. I just don't think we can count on a guy like that to be an intense physical checking presence. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HankthaTank 1,100 Report post Posted June 15, 2010 You killed him... Whyyyyyyyyyyyy? Was thumbing through, this is hilarious... Helm is a big help here Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newfy 695 Report post Posted June 15, 2010 Ideally, yes. I think they need more of a veteran presence in that area though. NOT Draper, obviously. Besides, I have a "bad" feeling about Abby. Not that he won't be an NHL player but that he might be a little too skilled for that kind of role. He might fight some to start out. But then all of a sudden he gets some more ice time, racks up some points, plays significant minutes on the PK and realizes that he'd rather be on the ice instead of in the box. Therefore, he'll eventually evolve into a "fighting only when absolutely necessary" kind of guy. It's not really a bad thing to have a player like that. I just don't think we can count on a guy like that to be an intense physical checking presence. Abby could end up like a Shanny type player. Not saying he'll be as good just that he would fight when he had to and was capable of doing it. Babcock wants him fighting so at least next season Abby will be fighting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bring Back The Bruise Bros 1,029 Report post Posted June 15, 2010 Abby could end up like a Shanny type player. Not saying he'll be as good just that he would fight when he had to and was capable of doing it. Babcock wants him fighting so at least next season Abby will be fighting. Abby needs a partner in crime in the fighting department,and from the looks of the Nill interview,Detroit is well aware of this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newfy 695 Report post Posted June 15, 2010 Abby needs a partner in crime in the fighting department,and from the looks of the Nill interview,Detroit is well aware of this. Yeah Abby is more of a compliment type fighter to someone who is tougher and less skilled. You don't want Abby doing all your fighting but he could be a good guy to fight every now and then. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bring Back The Bruise Bros 1,029 Report post Posted June 15, 2010 Yeah Abby is more of a compliment type fighter to someone who is tougher and less skilled. You don't want Abby doing all your fighting but he could be a good guy to fight every now and then. Nill said were looking at a few guys who will drop the gloves so it'll be interesting.Can you imagine Jared Boll in a Wings sweater??I'm so pumped for July 1st its not even funny. 1 HankthaTank reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HankthaTank 1,100 Report post Posted June 15, 2010 Can you imagine Jared Boll in a Wings sweater?? I can and its too much to handle. I think thats a huuuuge possibility and damn it! I can't wait!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites