russianswede919293 95 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 I can't wait to see the Pad back on the ice. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 just keep him away from Lebda this is still the most important factor, can't we just waive him already? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rufio 29 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 Define "works." If you want your nerves stunned so you don't feel pain for a little while, then go to a chiropractor. But don't expect a resolution of pathology. So if you think it "works," I have to respectfully disagree. As for the Pain Train! I remember the day Kenny said the contract was drafted and Lilja just had to sign it. I ran around southeast Michigan hiding pens. For that, I apologize. I can't wait to see #3 on the ice. I would love to see him run a Penguin over this weekend. HAHAHA!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
10 Minute Misconduct 104 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 lol people actually think lilja who hasnt played in almost a FULL year, is actually going to be productive? like i mean, lebda sucks and all, but lilja isnt going to be any better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rick Zombos Ghost 82 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 by the end of this thread we are going to retire his number and send him to the HOF. he was an ok 6th defenseman who was frequently scratched in favor of lebda. Im happy hes coming back and everything cause he can certainly play a role but lets not overstate his worth. I think it has to do with the fact we just havnt had much/any good news so we will take what we can. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rufio 29 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 lol people actually think lilja who hasnt played in almost a FULL year, is actually going to be productive? like i mean, lebda sucks and all, but lilja isnt going to be any better. It seems emotion and Stanley Cup nostalgia are playing a big part in many Wings fans' evaluation of the impact Lilja's return will have. When he was healthy in '07, you needed more hands and feet to count his turnovers in some games. He's just taken a year off, I wonder how far his timing will be off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
seeinred 1,488 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 (edited) It seems emotion and Stanley Cup nostalgia are playing a big part in many Wings fans' evaluation of the impact Lilja's return will have. When he was healthy in '07, you needed more hands and feet to count his turnovers in some games. He's just taken a year off, I wonder how far his timing will be off. People were really starting to come around to Lilja last season. He really is a solid 3rd pairing guy, and then the fact that he was willing to drop the gloves every now and then and you can understand why people are glad he's coming back. Obviously we're probably gonna lose that whole fighting aspect though. But you're right, definitely don't expect him to be his old self right away. Edited January 26, 2010 by SeeinRed Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
action jackson 6 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 (edited) Lebda and Ericsson, or Lebda and anyone, has been such a disaster as the third pairing; they've been on the ice for tons of goals proportional to their ice time, nearly as much Lidstrom despite playing hundreds of fewer minutes against weaker opposition. Getting a steady, responsible, stay at home defenseman in there really is enormous. Fingers crossed that everything goes according to plan. WRONG with Lebda I think Ericsson is the problem, regardless who his partner is Name ES TOI Team GA ES TOI/TeamGA Lidstrom 938 42 22,3 Stuart 948 62 15,3 Rafalski 878 34 25,8 Lebda 721 31 23,3 Ericsson 569 46 12,4 Meech 416 16 26,0 Kronwall 346 17 20,4 Janik 156 7 22,4 Kindl 30 2 15,0 Edited January 26, 2010 by action jackson Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Echolalia 2,961 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 uh oh its the wrong police Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hillbillywingsfan 792 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 lol people actually think lilja who hasnt played in almost a FULL year, is actually going to be productive? like i mean, lebda sucks and all, but lilja isnt going to be any better. It seems emotion and Stanley Cup nostalgia are playing a big part in many Wings fans' evaluation of the impact Lilja's return will have. When he was healthy in '07, you needed more hands and feet to count his turnovers in some games. He's just taken a year off, I wonder how far his timing will be off. no you 2 are just forgetting how much lebda sucks and how much better /solid lilja is. he may not be the next lids.hell no on eis but he is alot better then what we have on the line he would be playing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Firehawk 305 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 People were really starting to come around to Lilja last season. He really is a solid 3rd pairing guy, and then the fact that he was willing to drop the gloves every now and then and you can understand why people are glad he's coming back. Obviously we're probably gonna lose that whole fighting aspect though. But you're right, definitely don't expect him to be his old self right away. He couldn't give up any more pucks than Stuart has right in front of our net lately... I hope he does come back. You're right, he was a solid 3rd pairing player. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rufio 29 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 People were really starting to come around to Lilja last season. He really is a solid 3rd pairing guy, and then the fact that he was willing to drop the gloves every now and then and you can understand why people are glad he's coming back. Obviously we're probably gonna lose that whole fighting aspect though. But you're right, definitely don't expect him to be his old self right away. Yeah, I neglected to mention his clear improvement in 07/08 (particularly in the playoffs) but for the point I was making, I found it would be irrelevant. But indeed there was a solid 12 months of great value to the team. His shot-blocking in particular was very important for our PK. He seems to be a natural at that, but I can foresee a lot of turnovers early on and I think the love and admiration for Andreas displayed here at LGW might decline quickly. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ComradeWasabi 109 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 Lilja was playing great hockey leading up to his injury. He's not gonna have his game right away but considering the way he plays - big body, blocking shots, strong defense - he should get back up to speed pretty quickly. If he can continue playing the way he was before he got hurt, he's going to be a huge improvement over Lebda or Meech as our #6 defenseman. There is no question about that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
10 Minute Misconduct 104 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 Lilja won't even be in proper shape this season. It takes a long time to recover from being off for that long especially with what he had to deal with. Alot of the time he couldn't even work out. Lilja had a good 3 month stretch or so. Before that he was a turnover machine, and the one who was hated instead of Lebda. Lilja isn't anything special. Also, at this point Lebda (yes) is a better option. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest Howard He Do It?! Report post Posted January 26, 2010 Lilja won't even be in proper shape this season. It takes a long time to recover from being off for that long especially with what he had to deal with. Alot of the time he couldn't even work out. Lilja had a good 3 month stretch or so. Before that he was a turnover machine, and the one who was hated instead of Lebda. Lilja isn't anything special. Also, at this point Lebda (yes) is a better option. That was before last season when he was playing very well. Perhaps the best hockey of his career. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
zettie85 106 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 Lilja won't even be in proper shape this season. It takes a long time to recover from being off for that long especially with what he had to deal with. Alot of the time he couldn't even work out. Lilja had a good 3 month stretch or so. Before that he was a turnover machine, and the one who was hated instead of Lebda. Lilja isn't anything special. Also, at this point Lebda (yes) is a better option. Yes. He will not be perfect yet but anybody coming back is great and it's good to see him getting better. He needs to start somewhere, right? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vladifan 680 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 We're happy for you too, Edicus! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kira 451 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 Hence, I believe that a conditioning stint in GR will be, or at least should be, in the cards. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vladifan 680 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 Lilja won't even be in proper shape this season. It takes a long time to recover from being off for that long especially with what he had to deal with. Alot of the time he couldn't even work out. Lilja had a good 3 month stretch or so. Before that he was a turnover machine, and the one who was hated instead of Lebda. Lilja isn't anything special. Also, at this point Lebda (yes) is a better option. Could be he'll be out of shape, but it really depends on how much he's been working out with the Wings. I had the feeling that it was most of the stuff they normally do, short of being hit. That's got to help his conditioning right there. It'll be the timing thing probably, more than anything. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jesusberg 1,256 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 Lilja is just the steadying force Ericsson needs to settle in too, he can join the rush more and go back to being an offensive d-man... look how much better he looked when paired with Janik... I cannot wait to see and Ericsson-Lilja pairing... I was just going to post this. I think Lilja's stay-at-home style is just what Ericsson needs to become more comfortable with his game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 (edited) Lilja won't even be in proper shape this season. It takes a long time to recover from being off for that long especially with what he had to deal with. Alot of the time he couldn't even work out. Lilja had a good 3 month stretch or so. Before that he was a turnover machine, and the one who was hated instead of Lebda. Lilja isn't anything special. Also, at this point Lebda (yes) is a better option. Have you seen him with his shirt off? He's always in shape. He doesn't even need to work out. BTW, your man love for Lebda is quite disturbing. Don't know how you can say he's a better option than Lilja. Suicide is probably a better option than seeing Lebda out there bumbling around all the time. Edited January 26, 2010 by GMRwings1983 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jesusberg 1,256 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 Also, I wonder what a healthy Lilja means for next season, especially with Kindl no longer being waiver eligible. Maybe rotating time between Lilja, Ericsson and Kindl? Unless Lidstrom retires, I don't know what else they might do. P.S.: THE PAIN TRAIN COMETH. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hankzet40 233 Report post Posted January 26, 2010 Yes maybe we are overestimating his worth but he was really coming on before he got hurt so it will be nice to see him back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted January 27, 2010 Have you seen him with his shirt off? He's always in shape. He doesn't even need to work out. I can't believe I don't have one of him shirtless. This might help prove your point. He looks pretty buff. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest micah Report post Posted January 27, 2010 Lilja is sexy. Not Downey-sexy, but still pretty sexy. The Wings have an ugly team, so it's good that Lilja is coming back. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
