NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted January 19, 2012 ^ That really sucks. I was just thinking about him and figured we'd be getting news soon of his return given the initial timetable that was given. Bummer for him and the Wings, to say the least. 1 LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WizardOfOz30 1,886 Report post Posted January 19, 2012 Sad he's having a rough recovery. I can only imagine how much it sucks to have your mouth wired shut. Here's hoping things can start progressing for him to feel better, regardless of when he's able to be back on the ice. 1 LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redwings1914 18 Report post Posted January 19, 2012 Completely forgot that Eaves has been out....guess thats a good thing? 1 Uncle Danny reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mmamolo 287 Report post Posted January 19, 2012 Obviously every time there is an injury it creates an opportunity for another player. Although Eaves' injury was really unfortunate it has given the Wings a chance (at present) to keep both Mursak and Emmerton on the main roster. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nyqvististhefuture 1,002 Report post Posted January 20, 2012 feel bad for eaves but im sure he will be back for playoffs and will give us more depth ... too be honest i dont even knock if he'd be able to crack the lineup theres way too much depth , id even consider trading him in the off season ... nyqvist might make the lineup next year,tatar,andersson ... not too many spots 2 haroldsnepsts and sputman reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Red Wings Addict 787 Report post Posted February 3, 2012 It doesn't really seem to be getting much better for Eaves. “I don't think he's doing great,'' general manager Ken Holland said. “Right now there's no timetable (for his return). I'm not optimistic anytime soon.''Eaves has not been cleared to work-out off-ice, Holland said. “It's got nothing to do with the jaw; he got hit in the head and he just doesn't feel right,'' Holland said. “Possibly, he could have a concussion. We just told him there's no need to come to the rink until you feel good.'' http://www.mlive.com/redwings/index.ssf/2012/02/patrick_eaves_jaw_has_healed_b.html Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Aussie_Wing 354 Report post Posted February 3, 2012 Wow, poor Patty. He was having such a great game before he got hit too. 2 Hockeymom1960 and LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HankthaTank 1,100 Report post Posted February 3, 2012 Not looking like Patty will be back this season. Best to Patty Sunshine on the recovery and hopefully can get a spot somewhere, assuming we let him go after all of this. Just the facts, this lineup would be tough to crack even if he was 100%. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WizardOfOz30 1,886 Report post Posted February 3, 2012 I really like Eaves, I hope he can get back to feeling good. I would be sad to see him leave but his health comes first and if we can't take a chance on him then we do what we have to. 1 LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingslogo19 281 Report post Posted February 3, 2012 All the best in getting healthy Eaves 1 LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zetterling 16 Report post Posted February 3, 2012 This sucks. I have an autographed puck from Eaves. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted February 3, 2012 This sucks. I have an autographed puck from Eaves. i just hope you can make it through this very difficult time. 8 Tim.D, GoWings1905, Danielsm and 5 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HankthaTank 1,100 Report post Posted February 3, 2012 i just hope you can make it through this very difficult time. sorry, this was classic Autographed pucks come and go. Get well Patty 2 Byorski and LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted February 3, 2012 With only what...two and a half months in the season left, and with a concussion, anyone else think he's done for the year? Maybe he'll be back in time for playoffs, but probably not before. Based on them not being optimistic, and with there only being a short time left and all. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sputman 1,268 Report post Posted February 3, 2012 With only what...two and a half months in the season left, and with a concussion, anyone else think he's done for the year? Maybe he'll be back in time for playoffs, but probably not before. Based on them not being optimistic, and with there only being a short time left and all. even if he is back for the playoffs, i doubt babcock plays him much, if at all, since he missed so much time. i think this steps up management's chase for a big winger. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted February 4, 2012 Get well, Sunshine. We miss you. 2 Hockeymom1960 and LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,755 Report post Posted February 4, 2012 This really bums me out. He's one of our better PK guys, and one of only a few forwards on the team that Babs doesn't have to beg to shoot the puck on net. Hopefully Patty gets it together before the playoffs roll around. 1 LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GoWings1905 2,694 Report post Posted February 4, 2012 Disappointing news. I really like Eaves and what he brings to the team. Best PK shot-blocker for the Red Wings and probably second best penalty killer overall after Helm. Seems like Eaves might be done for the year. Even if he hopefully gets healthy enough to skate, it's going to take some serious time to get his conditioning back. The Red Wings could really use someone like Brendan Morrow or Travis Moen to strengthen the PK especially. 1 LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
IllinoisRedWingsFan 49 Report post Posted February 6, 2012 Ouch poor guy can never get a break. 1 LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T.Low 1,011 Report post Posted February 6, 2012 (edited) I'm not sure where exactly Eaves got hit, and if this would have even made a difference for him, but the fact that it's been quoted as a head injury, I'm gonna say this: As cool as hockey helmets are, and as much as i like them, the time has come to upgrade them with a major overhaul. With the increased speed of the game, the increased size and strength of the players, the increased velocity of the average player's slapshot, and the increased knowledge of long term brain effects of sudden impact, the hockey player needs similar protection as the rally car/motorcycle driver. It can be designed in such a way with the classic body lines of a hockey helmet so as to resemble the overall shape, but it's got to be beefed up. Why is this never talked about by any of hockey's talking heads? Edited February 6, 2012 by T.Low 5 LidsFan, Namingway, WizardOfOz30 and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydangles 1,328 Report post Posted February 7, 2012 I'm not sure where exactly Eaves got hit, and if this would have even made a difference for him, but the fact that it's been quoted as a head injury, I'm gonna say this: As cool as hockey helmets are, and as much as i like them, the time has come to upgrade them with a major overhaul. With the increased speed of the game, the increased size and strength of the players, the increased velocity of the average player's slapshot, and the increased knowledge of long term brain effects of sudden impact, the hockey player needs similar protection as the rally car/motorcycle driver. It can be designed in such a way with the classic body lines of a hockey helmet so as to resemble the overall shape, but it's got to be beefed up. Why is this never talked about by any of hockey's talking heads? completely agree. look at what football players go out on the field with - massive helmets with face masks. They aren't moving half as fast as hockey players but still wear them. 2 13dangledangle and Namingway reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
canadian wings fan 305 Report post Posted February 8, 2012 I can't believe we haven't been treated to a single happy Patty goal all year... 1 LidsFan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
13dangledangle 968 Report post Posted February 8, 2012 don't get the negs on T.Low & dirtydangles, to say the very freaking least with all the head injuries as of late a look into coming up with a better helmet design cant be a bad thing?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
canadian wings fan 305 Report post Posted February 8, 2012 don't get the negs on T.Low & dirtydangles, to say the very freaking least with all the head injuries as of late a look into coming up with a better helmet design cant be a bad thing?? Integrity of the game Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Majsheppard 203 Report post Posted February 16, 2012 Still out, update. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
