Jets4Life 20 Report post Posted April 17, 2011 I would rest Zetterberg until Round 2. I'm not trying to sound too cocky in assuming the Wings will take the series. I just don't see it going over 5 games. The Yotes just don't have the offensive power to compete with the Wings. Having said that, wait until the Wings play San Jose/Nashville/Anaheim/etc in Round 2 to play Zetterberg. 1 Vladifan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeytownRules19 902 Report post Posted April 17, 2011 Some Zetterberg tweets (good ones too) RT @RedWingsFeed: Zetterberg still skating gingerly #redwings RT @RedWingsFeed: Zetterberg still practicing and is now solo skating, giving his knee a pretty solid test #redwings RT @RedWingsFeed: Based on the last sequence of Zetterberg skating I would say the odds of him playing tomorrow have gone up significantly #redwings Keep working it Z! Take your time! 1 hooon reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brett 1,029 Report post Posted April 17, 2011 My bet is if wings lose tomorrow we might see Z in game 4. Dont want to go back home with the series tied Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeytownRules19 902 Report post Posted April 17, 2011 Some more good news: RT @RedWingsFeed: Zetterberg not wearing his knee brace after practice. Draw your own conclusion #redwings Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
thedisappearer 291 Report post Posted April 17, 2011 You don't want them to win in 4? Or just don't think they will? ...Or do you want them to win at home? Since this could be the only round where we have home ice advantage, I want a game 5 for no other reason that to have another home game to generate revenue. Plus, you know, winning at home. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeytownRules19 902 Report post Posted April 17, 2011 Well its official.... Z will not play in game 3 RT @Real_ESPNLeBrun: Zetterberg skated today here in Phoenix but Babcock says he won't play tomorrow night Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vladifan 680 Report post Posted April 17, 2011 I would rest Zetterberg until Round 2. I'm not trying to sound too cocky in assuming the Wings will take the series. I just don't see it going over 5 games. The Yotes just don't have the offensive power to compete with the Wings. Having said that, wait until the Wings play San Jose/Nashville/Anaheim/etc in Round 2 to play Zetterberg. All three of those teams play very physically. How's about we save him until the SCF? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nate94gt 134 Report post Posted April 17, 2011 Well its official.... Z will not play in game 3 RT @Real_ESPNLeBrun: Zetterberg skated today here in Phoenix but Babcock says he won't play tomorrow night the fact that he made the trip is a confidence booster for me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest stinky fish taco Report post Posted April 17, 2011 (edited) All three of those teams play very physically. How's about we save him until the SCF? obviously you are joking, but there is 0% chance this team makes it past the sharks without him let's hope he's ready for game 1 of round 2. Edited April 17, 2011 by stinky fish taco 1 Vladifan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roboturner 562 Report post Posted April 17, 2011 the fact that he made the trip is a confidence booster for me I think the only reason he made the trip is because that's where the medical staff is going to be Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brett 1,029 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 Scottsdale, Ariz. -- Henrik Zetterberg was on the ice for the Red Wings' practice Sunday, while Johan Franzen earned some rest.Zetterberg, nursing a left knee sprain, was on the ice for the entire hour-long practice, although he didn't take part in any of the physical, battling drills. Still, he felt it was a positive step. "It felt better than yesterday," Zetterberg said. "I don't know if I did that much, not really into the battle drills, but it was fun to be out there. "Step by step." Coach Mike Babcock ruled Zetterberg out for Game 3, saying there's no lineup changes at this time. Zetterberg said he tweaked the knee during a workout early Saturday morning with the Wings' Black Aces, minor-league players called up for the playoffs. Video on "Hockey Night in Canada" showed Zetterberg skating gingerly off the ice and in the locker room. "But they didn't show when I skated back and skated for 30 minutes," Zetterberg said. "I wasn't overly concerned." Said Babcock: "He came back and practiced (Saturday) and practiced with our guys today and it's a confidence builder. We just go on from here." Zetterberg wouldn't put a definite percentage on where he's at physically. "Probably 5 percent better than yesterday," Zetterberg said. And what did he feel like the day before? "I would say between 40 and 70, maybe," Zetterberg smiling. "As I said, I felt better than yesterday. As long as the progress is going that way, I'm happy." From The Detroit News: http://detnews.com/article/20110417/SPORTS0103/104170332/Henrik-Zetterberg-on-the-ice-for-Wings’-practice-but-won-t-play-in-Game-3#ixzz1JpqiXWN8 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeff48109 474 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 Video on "Hockey Night in Canada" showed Zetterberg skating gingerly off the ice and in the locker room."But they didn't show when I skated back and skated for 30 minutes," Zetterberg said. "I wasn't overly concerned." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HankthaTank 1,100 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 Video on "Hockey Night in Canada" showed Zetterberg skating gingerly off the ice and in the locker room."But they didn't show when I skated back and skated for 30 minutes," Zetterberg said. "I wasn't overly concerned." Yep, when I saw the video of that I nearly Just shut this series down soon here and get Hank back for the 2nd. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Electrophile 3,554 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 Come back soon Hank. The Euro Twins need reuniting. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 Get better soon, Hank. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Off the Post 11 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 With Detroit playing good as they are now , i cant wait til Zetterberg is ready to suit up! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings_Toledo 233 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 I don't expect to see him at all in this series, but hopefully he can make his appearance in the 2nd round. Is Modano ever going to play in the playoffs this year? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dimaline312000 51 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 I will sure be glad when he get's back. I mean I know the Wings are doing fine right now but it would be nice to have the entire roster healthy for the playoffs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 Babcock, Please ensure someone squashes Bryan Allen like a grape next season. Thanks. Yer pal, esteef Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nate94gt 134 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 Come back soon Hank. The Euro Twins need reuniting. with the way dats is playing, i'd split the 2 up Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest CaliWingsNut Report post Posted April 18, 2011 I think the only reason he made the trip is because that's where the medical staff is going to be Red Wings have kept his appearance uncertain, so it means phoenix has to be prepared in case he does play. The team physical trainers are in phoenix. He's an assistant captain and having him in the locker room > him missing. 1 HankthaTank reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 I don't expect to see him at all in this series, but hopefully he can make his appearance in the 2nd round. Is Modano ever going to play in the playoffs this year? Not until the Wings atleast lose a game. In the playoffs Babs is known for not tinkering with a lineup that's just come off a win. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mabuhay Red Wings 177 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 Would Pavel Datsyuk have played as well as he has if Z were in the lineup? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 Would Pavel Datsyuk have played as well as he has if Z were in the lineup? I had the same thought. It seems the last two years or so they play best when the other is injured, oddly enough. They really shine when they have to carry the team. But when they're together it's almost like they don't want to steal the spotlight from the other and so neither is as stellar. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted April 18, 2011 I had the same thought. It seems the last two years or so they play best when the other is injured, oddly enough. They really shine when they have to carry the team. But when they're together it's almost like they don't want to steal the spotlight from the other and so neither is as stellar. Possibly something as simple as either player is able to be selfish in the absence of the other. Instead of realizing the talent sitting next to them when they're both playing, they take it upon themselves to take-over the game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
