HockeytownRules19 902 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 Good Luck Aaron! From LGW: "NO ENFORCERS AHHH! lol" http://detnews.com/article/20100929/SPORTS0103/9290409/1004/SPORTS/Red-Wings-release-F-Aaron-Downey Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jollymania 162 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 that's what happens when you play your first shift with your head down and get destroyed by a hit never to return Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,793 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 There goes the Stanley Cup. We've never won one without a tough guy in the lineup. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 ^ This move makes sense. No use signing an enforcer with a concussion. Best of luck to Downey. esteef Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 What a pisser. 1 Vladifan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Doc Holliday 1,888 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 OH NO!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragonballgtz 273 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 OH NO!!!! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsdXmYGFBcU&feature=related 3 Branton87, F.Michael and ilmickeyli reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newfy 695 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 Was hoping he could have improved his game a bit and came back a bit better then last time but it didn't work out, this position needs to addressed through the draft I'm starting to think, not a guy who is past his prime that no one else wants. 1 sputman reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 OH NO!!!! 1 Vladifan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest CaliWingsNut Report post Posted September 29, 2010 @GeorgeMalik For the record, Downey's skating worked, but his problem was simple--his HANDS remained enforcer-strength cement. Shame. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WorkingOvertime 536 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 Was hoping he could have improved his game a bit and came back a bit better then last time but it didn't work out, this position needs to addressed through the draft I'm starting to think, not a guy who is past his prime that no one else wants. I agree. However, it seems that most enforcers don't break into the NHL until they are a bit older. I believe that Brian McGrattan is still unsigned (but on a tryout?) if the Wings are set on an enforcer this year. Hopefully they at least pick up someone willing to play in the AHL that can be called up. Is there a reason Downey wasn't signed to play in GR? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ilmickeyli 40 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 I agree. However, it seems that most enforcers don't break into the NHL until they are a bit older. I believe that Brian McGrattan is still unsigned (but on a tryout?) if the Wings are set on an enforcer this year. Hopefully they at least pick up someone willing to play in the AHL that can be called up. Is there a reason Downey wasn't signed to play in GR? Probably a front office job is in the works.. lulz Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bring Back The Bruise Bros 1,029 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 Welcome to another year of cheapshots on Franzen, Datsyuk, and Zetterberg. The Brooks Orpik hit is only the beginning of what we're gonna see. 2 redwingsgirl51 and F.Michael reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newfy 695 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 I agree. However, it seems that most enforcers don't break into the NHL until they are a bit older. I believe that Brian McGrattan is still unsigned (but on a tryout?) if the Wings are set on an enforcer this year. Hopefully they at least pick up someone willing to play in the AHL that can be called up. Is there a reason Downey wasn't signed to play in GR? I think the wings should take a risk in the 3rd round or so on an enforcer type, someone who could potentially become a macarty. Instead of the small high risk Euro or the potential thrid line center, take a risk oin a Lucic or Macarty type Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RedOrDead 5 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 Wings have proven they can win without a goon in their lineup time and time again. I'm sure if guys cheapshotting our stars becomes an issue we can get someone to deal with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings1110 184 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 Downey is a class act, what a great guy. hard worker, tough as nails, always willing to help teammates. Good luck Downey wish you the best! 4 redwingsgirl51, Vladifan, WorkingOvertime and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
titanium2 867 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 I think the wings should take a risk in the 3rd round or so on an enforcer type, someone who could potentially become a macarty. Instead of the small high risk Euro or the potential thrid line center, take a risk oin a Lucic or Macarty type Oh come on man... For an enforcer groupie such as you this misspelling is a travesty. 2 wings1110 and Vladifan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings1110 184 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 I think the wings should take a risk in the 3rd round or so on an enforcer type, someone who could potentially become a macarty. Instead of the small high risk Euro or the potential thrid line center, take a risk oin a Lucic or Macarty type You mean Mitch Callahan? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bring Back The Bruise Bros 1,029 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 Candidates still available to fill the spot: Brian McGrattan (on a try-out with Boston) Nick Tarnasky Steve Begin Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dominator2005 558 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 I agree. However, it seems that most enforcers don't break into the NHL until they are a bit older. I believe that Brian McGrattan is still unsigned (but on a tryout?) if the Wings are set on an enforcer this year. Hopefully they at least pick up someone willing to play in the AHL that can be called up. Is there a reason Downey wasn't signed to play in GR? McGrattan is on a tryout with Bruins (which already have Thornton, McQuid, Boychuk, Lucic, Campbell, Stuart, Reich...) He was really solid against Habs last week. McGrattan CAN skate, fight, hit... So yes, if Holland is looking for enforcer (at least is what he's saying every summer that Detroit needs to get tougher) I just don't see why he don't go after McGrattan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carman 387 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 Good we don't need a useless plug on the 4th line. There is no room for a one dimensional enforcer in today's game, especially on the Red Wings. Our powerplay is our enforcer. 2 crotty99 and GoWings1905 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WorkingOvertime 536 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 You mean Mitch Callahan? He's too small to fight heavyweights though. See the Flyers v. Leafs games from last season to see how this can turn out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dominator2005 558 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 Candidates still available to fill the spot: Brian McGrattan (on a try-out with Boston) Nick Tarnasky Steve Begin Begin is great hitter and that's it... don't expect him to fight. Good we don't need a useless plug on the 4th line. There is no room for a one dimensional enforcer in today's game, especially on the Red Wings. Our powerplay is our enforcer. What a poor comment - is that Schneider who's speaking?! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest mindfly Report post Posted September 29, 2010 Good we don't need a useless plug on the 4th line. There is no room for a one dimensional enforcer in today's game, especially on the Red Wings. Our powerplay is our enforcer. I sense some sarcasm here... 1 55fan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Carman 387 Report post Posted September 29, 2010 I sense some sarcasm here... None what-so-ever. I'm not saying fighting is useless, but I am saying a player that can only fight is useless. I would of liked a Brandon Prust type player, but not a Aaron Downey type player. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
