miller76 463 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 mlive The lines remain the same: Bertuzzi-Datsyuk-Holmstrom Leino-Zetterberg-Cleary Draper-Helm-Eaves May-Abdelkader-(Maltby and Miller rotating) Lidstrom-Rafalski Kronwall-Stuart Ericsson-Lebda Meech-Lilja Howard (starting) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dat's sick 1,002 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 Even though he let in some soft goals against Anaheim, I'm beginning to get some more confidence in Howard's potential to be a solid back-up for us. I think it's good for him to get these consecutive starts instead of just playing a game here and there. As for the lines, there's no need to change anything. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Miller Brew 0 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 The lines remain the same: Bertuzzi-Datsyuk-Holmstrom Leino-Zetterberg-Cleary Draper-Helm-Eaves May-Abdelkader-(Maltby and Miller rotating) Lidstrom-Rafalski Kronwall-Stuart Ericsson-Lebda Meech-Lilja Howard (starting) I approve! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Echolalia 2,961 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 (edited) Lilja is practicing?? Edit: I guess its old news, but Lilja may have a bit of a setback: http://blog.mlive.com/snapshots/2009/11/an...omewhat_cl.html Edited November 17, 2009 by Echolalia Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rage 24 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 Maltby hasn't played in a while. Wonder if he'll get the start? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WizardOfOz30 1,886 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 I think it's great that Howard has done so well so he deserves the start again, especially if Ozzie isn't 100%. I doubt Lilja will be playing, but that would make me so happy to see him on the ice again. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hooon 1,089 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 I also wouldn't mind seeing Maltby get some more time. Remember when he was our leading scorer!? I hadnt heard that new news about Lilja, but I reeaaaallly would love to have him back. Imagine if we got him and Franzen back at the same time around playoffs. The lines are finally meshing, and Babs seems to be finally sticking with them. Howard has been good, but I'm still not sold on him. For some reason he always seems like he's way out of the net and lets rebounds just sit in front of him forever. He's getting the wins though and that's what counts, I like that he's getting all these starts and warming to the task. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 Even though he let in some soft goals against Anaheim, I'm beginning to get some more confidence in Howard's potential to be a solid back-up for us. I think it's good for him to get these consecutive starts instead of just playing a game here and there. As for the lines, there's no need to change anything. Your new pic. Is that Z at the Palace of Auburn Hills? Where did you find that? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
cupforwings 138 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 hopefully howard can keep it going... Ozzie must really be sick... I really want Lilija to come back this year... from the sound of things he is on the right track Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 I also wouldn't mind seeing Maltby get some more time. Remember when he was our leading scorer!? I hadnt heard that new news about Lilja, but I reeaaaallly would love to have him back. Imagine if we got him and Franzen back at the same time around playoffs. The lines are finally meshing, and Babs seems to be finally sticking with them. Howard has been good, but I'm still not sold on him. For some reason he always seems like he's way out of the net and lets rebounds just sit in front of him forever. He's getting the wins though and that's what counts, I like that he's getting all these starts and warming to the task. Yeah, I agree. I still don't think Howard has a future with this team. He's playing just good enough for now. Maybe he's just increasing his trade value. I hope he breaks out and turns into an all-star goalie, I'm just not getting too excited until I see him start to improve his rebounding, positioning and mental strength. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kronthewall55 14 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 sounds good to me. J HO's sloppy winning style reminds me of hasek for some reason and its awesome. keep it up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rage 24 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 sounds good to me. J HO's sloppy winning style reminds me of hasek for some reason and its awesome. keep it up! haha! I could see that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dat's sick 1,002 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 Your new pic. Is that Z at the Palace of Auburn Hills? Where did you find that? Yep, it's from the other day when Zetterberg, Lidstrom and a couple of other players were at the Pistons-Mavericks game. You can find it here, along with a nice pic of him and Pavel at the game: http://www.reuters.com/search/pictures?blo...troit+red+wings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carman 387 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 Keep playing Howard until Osgood is 100%, or Howard messes up. No reason to change anything when we are winning. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
miller76 463 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 I think these lines work for now. I like who is on what line and with whom. I am really liking the play of Helm and Eaves lately. And of course our stars are playing like stars, so that helps. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick Zombos Ghost 82 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 ozzie doesnt have the flu he has a hurt groin.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drake_Marcus 890 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 I'd like to see Larsson get a start just to take a peak at him at the NHL level and to light more of a fire under Howard's ass... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick Zombos Ghost 82 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 in my conspiracy mind im thinking they are parading howard out to show what he could so they can trade him. we ALL know he isnt a long term solution. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 ozzie doesnt have the flu he has a hurt groin.... This is what I am putting my chips on... Lilja has been cleared to play? Do not tease... Need more info... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carman 387 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 in my conspiracy mind im thinking they are parading howard out to show what he could so they can trade him. we ALL know he isnt a long term solution. I wouldn't say that. I'm probably one of the biggest "negative" people about Howard, but he can certainly be a long term solution. Goalies are very strange usually don't develop until 5-10 years pass. He has the ability and potential to become an outstanding goalie overnight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Drake_Marcus 890 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 I wouldn't say that. I'm probably one of the biggest "negative" people about Howard, but he can certainly be a long term solution. Goalies are very strange usually don't develop until 5-10 years pass. He has the ability and potential to become an outstanding goalie overnight. Agreed. It's legally retarded to give up on a former blue-chip goaltending prospect after a dozen or so NHL starts. If every team did that 99% of the goalies in the league would've been dumped by their first teams. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcom007 1,465 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 I'm not saying this to bash Osgood as that's not what I do, but all things considered, I'm glad Howard's getting a chance early on to carry the team for awhile and win some games. The more he plays, the better in my mind if only to see if he'll be able to handle the backup role at the NHL level. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcom007 1,465 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 Agreed. It's legally retarded to give up on a former blue-chip goaltending prospect after a dozen or so NHL starts. If every team did that 99% of the goalies in the league would've been dumped by their first teams. Yep. I've got plenty of questions about Howard going back awhile, but none the less, you've got to give the guy a legitimate shot to see what he can do in the NHL as a full-time guy. That's why I think this Osgood illness is good timing. I mean, we're winning games with Howard and plenty of other injuries. Say what you want about his play here and there (I'm fine with it and I've been impressed more than a few times) but it's good that we're still winning with Howard AND all the injuries. That's a real good sign that he'll at the very least pan out as a backup. Obviously it's still early, but I've really got no complaints at this point and still say keep giving him the opportunity to answer all of our questions. He's earned it so far. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 (edited) There more serious matters to discuss in this thread: has Lilia been cleared to play? Lets focus on this and leave the goalie "what-ever-ya-call-it" @ the door for a few... Edited November 17, 2009 by Rivalred Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seeinred 1,488 Report post Posted November 17, 2009 There more serious matters to discuss in this thread: has Lilia been cleared to play? Lets focus on this and leave the goalie "what-ever-ya-call-it" @ the door for a few... No, he's nowhere near being cleared to play. He doesn't have headaches every day, but he still has them, and now he has an inner-ear issue. It's gonna be a long time until he's back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
