Red Wings Addict 787 Report post Posted May 30, 2012 And he is the one that accepted the Campbell Bowl on Lidstrom's behalf when he was injured in 09. Its clear who second in command was. At that time it was more than clear. However, we've seen too many stretches were Zetterberg didn't play well to put it nicely. That doesn't mean he shouldn't be next in command but certainly one can understand why some would question whether or not he'd be the next captain. For the record I'd always thought he'd be the next captain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AusWing40 61 Report post Posted May 30, 2012 Zetterbergs, surely. And idk I would be kind of pissed of we signed Parise and handed him the C. 1 Byorski reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
turbowhistle86 155 Report post Posted May 30, 2012 Ericsson is a lock for this. 2 DatsyukianDangles122 and anthonyn66 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ogreslayer 1,069 Report post Posted May 30, 2012 It's been obvious for years that Z is the guy. The question is whether they rotate Parise and/or Suter in as an A if they sign. 1 DatsyukianDangles122 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Electrophile 3,554 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 What if they were to offer the C to Zach Parise if he becomes a wing? Think that would offend anyone? Offend is the wrong word. "Infuriate" might be better. No slight on Parise's talent intended, but in order to get the "C" in this town, you have to do more for the Wings than just show up. 13 BottleOfSmoke, DatsyukianDangles122, Supface and 10 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Too soon for me to even comprehend... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KATIEBARTHEDOOR24 426 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Quincy. Yes please. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Hasek. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Salviaman 104 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Helm 1 SoupSnake reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
newfy 695 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 The C will surely belong to Z Datsyuk, Kronner rotating with Parise/Suter if the wings get one of them. If they get both Parise and Suter, Datsyuk and Kronner will get them permanently because that is too many to rotate around. I wouldnt mind seeing Helm wear an A every now and again to show some of the lazy guys on the team that flying around and hustling every shift gets recognized 1 Z Winged Dangler reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xtrememachine1 795 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Zetterberg will become the next captain and he'll be great just like the last two guys that wore it for the Wings. 4 DatsyukianDangles122, MabusIncarnate, Byorski and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MabusIncarnate 5,344 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 I bet if they named Hudler captain he would wear a cape to practice. 11 13dangledangle, Smite, DatsyukianDangles122 and 7 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 C - Zetterberg A - Datsyuk A- Parise A- Kronwall I know Parise wouldn't have done anything yet, but we are asking him to leave his captaincy. He clearly has some leadership ability and I think it's a nice bone to toss him. 1 DatsyukianDangles122 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robb himself 143 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 (edited) I will be happy either way, but would like it to be Datsyuk. C-Datsyuk A-Zetterberg A-Krownall/Filppula Edited May 31, 2012 by robb himself Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KrazyGangsta 79 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 I would want to see Kronwall as the captain. He gives his 100% each game, plays hard and is young. 1 hockeygirl8 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jroc86 90 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Pavel is my favorite player (without Lids) but Zetterberg is the better captain. Speaks better english (good for media and refs) and despite cold stretches in the regular season hes our hardest working and most clutch playoff performer. Z has big shoes to fill - but I think hes up for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest irishock Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Z's play from the beginning of the season drew some undeserved heat from Wings fans (even though everyone knew he was playing injured throughout), but the way he battled throughout the 2nd half and the playoffs has me convinced that he's a true leader who is just as ready to step up as Lidstrom in '06. 1 Byorski reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NHLrules? 32 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Pavel. He plays hard in every way, every game. Need a big hit, he is there. Need a goal...... etc. Pavs is the man and I think the best choice for captain. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Greatness=PavelDatsyuk 65 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Wings will resign Lebda and give him the C! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dat's sick 1,002 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Zetterberg. The way he played in the 2nd half of last season, and into the playoffs.. and then went on to play his heart out in the World Champs for Sweden, has proven to me that it's time he gets a C on his jersey. Pavel may not have been 100% but I wasn't really happy with his performance in the playoffs. There's also the matter of the contracts, Z will be here the rest of his career, for sure. Pavel.. I so hope he re-signs here but it's not for certain. Combine that with Z being better at english and I think the answer is obvious. I absolutely love Pav though and we are lucky to have 2 such great choices for Captain.. Yzerman, Lidstrom, Zetterberg/Datsyuk.. wow. And some teams struggle to even find one player that is fit for the 'C'. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Or the Wings will bring back Lilja and give him the C. You heard it here first! Edi just creamed himself at the thought of this. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dimaline312000 51 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 Either Pavs or Z would be fine by me. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jedi 1,865 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 I'd imagine that Zetterberg will get the "C". I'm also wondering if they keep the rotating "A" like they did this year, or if they go with just two players. Only 2 A's would probably look like this... Zetterberg - C Datsyuk - A Kronwall - A If they decide to continue rotating the A, there are a number of players who could fill the third Alternate spot without a problem. Helm, Cleary, Bertuzzi, Filppula could be named, as well as a potential free agent acquisition such as Parise or Suter. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wingslogo19 281 Report post Posted May 31, 2012 I'm guessing it will be Hank Share this post Link to post Share on other sites