Motown4013 350 Report post Posted March 23, 2011 Since we have learned that Ozzie won't return and has suffered another set back, it occured to me that this doesn't frighten me as much as I thought. I would absolutely like to see Ozzie back for the playoffs because his veteran leadership- he has been to the show and won it all. In saying that, I have to give a ton of props to MacDonald. I know his stats are a bit lackluster but I think he has been very very solid for the Wings. This guy doesn't seem to have a panic button. He is ready to go in any situation and he has come up huge for us when needed. I am not just speaking of a few critial saves in the last game against the Pens but when I have watched him in previous games, I like his style of play...he is a much better goalie than I initially thought. Anyone else feel like jmac deserves some props? Also, could he be a starting goalie or a reliable 30 game back up at this point? 4 Rick D, nate94gt, Z Winged Dangler and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Theophany 110 Report post Posted March 23, 2011 He's been solid, but mostly because Howard has been so inconsistent this year. I'll freely admit I'm a fan of Jmac, but in nothing more than a backup role, and nothing more than starting the second night of back-to-back games. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nate94gt 134 Report post Posted March 23, 2011 i like him Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HankthaTank 1,100 Report post Posted March 23, 2011 He came up pretty big at the end of the Pitt game with a couple of timely saves and his game against Columbus was one of the better performances we have seen from a goalie in a while I'd say. Before that, a lot of people were ready to see him not only send back to GR but out of the organization. He is quite a serviceable backup I'd say. I actually felt pretty comfortable with him in the last couple of times out. All that lovefest aside, he is nothing more than a backup. Props to him though. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingfan1991 221 Report post Posted March 23, 2011 I have confidence in him especially after last 2 games and waaaaaay more then Ozzie at this point. Could be the next Michael Leighton? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Motown4013 350 Report post Posted March 23, 2011 I have confidence in him especially after last 2 games and waaaaaay more then Ozzie at this point. Could be the next Michael Leighton? That is where I was going too. I'd love for him to get a start against a competitive team when the wings are healthy and see what he can really do. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingslogo19 281 Report post Posted March 23, 2011 That is where I was going too. I'd love for him to get a start against a competitive team when the wings are healthy and see what he can really do. I want to see a healthy Wings lineup again as well Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Travis 576 Report post Posted March 23, 2011 I really like Joey Mac.. as a Griffin. 2 asoras and atodaso reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingfan1991 221 Report post Posted March 23, 2011 That is where I was going too. I'd love for him to get a start against a competitive team when the wings are healthy and see what he can really do. He better start against leafs Saturday we'd win with him. With Howard we lose and we cannot lose to the leafs!!! Going to be go leafs go chants too saturday f***! And it's on HNIC! 1 Motown4013 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydangles 1,328 Report post Posted March 23, 2011 i like the guy, i just don't know how he'd do in big games. he seems pretty consistent and solid. he makes the saves he should and thats why i like him. howard is flashy and makes big stops but then will turn around and let in softies the next game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
eva unit zero 271 Report post Posted March 24, 2011 I have confidence in him especially after last 2 games and waaaaaay more then Ozzie at this point. Could be the next Michael Leighton? MacDonald is a better goalie than Leighton. A year older, but for a journeyman backup I think that doesn't really make a difference. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Motown4013 350 Report post Posted March 29, 2011 I really like Joey Mac.. as a Griffin. Still feeling that way? lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MGreenberg 105 Report post Posted March 29, 2011 (edited) He just keeps giving me reasons to trust him more than Jimmy after last night against Chicago, I mean if it wasn't for that penalty with 4 seconds left we could have had a chance. Edited March 29, 2011 by MGreenberg Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Travis 576 Report post Posted March 29, 2011 Still feeling that way? lol I was thinking about my plate of crow the other day, actually. I hope he keeps it up, I'm hungry for it. 1 Motown4013 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Motown4013 350 Report post Posted March 29, 2011 I was thinking about my plate of crow the other day, actually. I hope he keeps it up, I'm hungry for it. I gave ya a bit +1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blgillett 48 Report post Posted March 29, 2011 no goalie would play well with the inconsistent play of our team's defensive play. I'm not saying it's just our D-men but also our forewords as well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
edicius 3,269 Report post Posted March 29, 2011 Look at it this way - before last night's game, Joey Mac hadn't given up a goal in regulation in the past four games he played. The only goals he did allow? Shootout. That's it. 1 hockeychik25 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Motown4013 350 Report post Posted March 30, 2011 I would love this cinderella story to work out for J mac. No one has ever really given the guy a chance to prove himself- I hope detroit does! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted March 30, 2011 Look at it this way - before last night's game, Joey Mac hadn't given up a goal in regulation in the past four games he played. The only goals he did allow? Shootout. That's it. He has been playing lights out and the D hung him out to dry a few times last night. 1 Z Winged Dangler reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Storm 38 Report post Posted March 30, 2011 He has been playing lights out and the D hung him out to dry a few times last night. Could not agree more , that was definitely the case. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hockeychik25 10 Report post Posted March 30, 2011 always liked joey. before he was traded and even now. he has been playing great the last few games he has played. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HankthaTank 1,100 Report post Posted March 30, 2011 A little praise from Kenny: "He has taken the opportunity and run with it," Red Wings general manager Ken Holland said. "His numbers are fantastic (2.13 goals-against average, .928 save percentage in 14 appearances)."He’s big, square, he competes." Big and square. All goalies should be this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Z Winged Dangler 2,082 Report post Posted March 30, 2011 A little praise from Kenny: Big and square. All goalies should be this his numbers are a hell of alot more impressive than howards. not sure why holland signed howard before the season ended, but i'd like to see joey mac as the back-up (or starter ) next year if this is the curtain call for Ozzy. A little praise from Kenny: Big and square. All goalies should be this his numbers are a hell of alot more impressive than howards. not sure why holland signed howard before the season ended, but i'd like to see joey mac as the back-up (or starter ) next year if this is the curtain call for Ozzy. 1 Rick D reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted March 30, 2011 A little praise from Kenny: Big and square. All goalies should be this This guy certainly was. Joey-Mac has earned another start. He's been great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted March 30, 2011 ^ Good ol' Marshmallow/Michelin Man Giguere! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites