joesuffP 1,746 Report post Posted March 5, 2013 Gotta trim the fat at the deadline with all these forwards. Tatar and Andersson need to stay in the lineup Filppula-Datsyuk-Samuelsson Franzen-Zetterberg-Brunner Andersson-Helm-Tatar Cleary-Abdelkader-Tootoo I haven't heard anything on Bertuzzi I guess the injury is bad so don't expect to see him this year? No clue how Babcock is gonna run these lines hopefully a trade makes it easier Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,485 Report post Posted March 5, 2013 Gotta trim the fat at the deadline with all these forwards. Tatar and Andersson need to stay in the lineup Filppula-Datsyuk-Samuelsson Franzen-Zetterberg-Brunner Andersson-Helm-Tatar Cleary-Abdelkader-Tootoo I haven't heard anything on Bertuzzi I guess the injury is bad so don't expect to see him this year? No clue how Babcock is gonna run these lines hopefully a trade makes it easier why didn't anyone else think of that? we must be benching filppula and sammy and helmer to launch a surprise attack... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joesuffP 1,746 Report post Posted March 5, 2013 why didn't anyone else think of that? we must be benching filppula and sammy and helmer to launch a surprise attack... Talking about when players return Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,485 Report post Posted March 5, 2013 Talking about when players return ya but you hate filppula, so you shouldn't have him in your lineup Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joesuffP 1,746 Report post Posted March 5, 2013 I don't hate Flippula at all I was a big fan of him but he has been one of the most disappointing wings this season Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,485 Report post Posted March 5, 2013 I don't hate Flippula at all I was a big fan of him but he has been one of the most disappointing wings this season all you do is knock the guy and constantly say he shouldn't even be on the ice... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joesuffP 1,746 Report post Posted March 5, 2013 all you do is knock the guy and constantly say he shouldn't even be on the ice... Yup when he plays weakly I do... I have also said Flippula is good when he plays a good game but he hasn't been very good at all this year. Last year going into the season I was a big Flippula supporter and knew he was gonna have a breakout season. Now I expect more from Flippula and he also needs a new contract with a raise so I expect the same season as last year and when he takes a step backwards it frustrates me. If Flippula started playing great again I would support him it's not like I have a personal problem with him Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted March 5, 2013 I figured out what's wrong with Helm's back. It's shuddering from the anticipation of carrying the team on it when he returns because, according to LGW, no one else is doing anything on this team to the point that every thread becomes an anti- Flip-Franzen-Cleary-Abby-random injured person (circle all that apply) thread. 3 MidMichSteve, Jedi and T.Low reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Namingway 146 Report post Posted March 5, 2013 (edited) Helm is close to skating Apparently Babs saw it as "Helm skating" at first and was pretty excited haha. Edited March 5, 2013 by Namingway Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
The Datsyukian Deke 127 Report post Posted March 6, 2013 I figured out what's wrong with Helm's back. It's shuddering from the anticipation of carrying the team on it when he returns because, according to LGW, no one else is doing anything on this team to the point that every thread becomes an anti- Flip-Franzen-Cleary-Abby-random injured person (circle all that apply) thread. Hehe, maybe the simple reason is that those guys make certain mistakes that Helm does not make. - Flip: The only exeption - of course, he is not on pace for his production of last year, but it's not like you're watching the games and see lack of effort all the time, stupid penalties or whatever else..I'm just waiting for him to pick it up, maybe it's just a bad streak that will end soon.. - Franzen: He just deserves the bashing. Period. A guy of that size and skill, being so soft and lazy...unacceptable for every fan.. - Cleary: So far this season, I remember the guy most of all for stupid penalties. And since I'm a guy who always tries to see the positive side in every player, that tells something. On the other hand, you can't blame the guy for not being a top6 forward, when the only reason for him playing that high is other guys injuries... - Abby: The guy really has the "talent" for always making the worst possible decision. If there are 5 options to take, you could actually bet on Abby to take the worst...which is even more saddening considering his undisputable effort.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted March 6, 2013 Good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WINGS & FLOW 25 Report post Posted March 6, 2013 Yup when he plays weakly I do... I have also said Flippula is good when he plays a good game but he hasn't been very good at all this year. Last year going into the season I was a big Flippula supporter and knew he was gonna have a breakout season. Now I expect more from Flippula and he also needs a new contract with a raise so I expect the same season as last year and when he takes a step backwards it frustrates me. If Flippula started playing great again I would support him it's not like I have a personal problem with him If the Wings resign Flip, I hope he doesnt pull a Cleary (resign for more then hes worth then suck ba**s) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilzyme 769 Report post Posted March 6, 2013 Helmer is skating today in full gear 1 cr00d reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hiei 192 Report post Posted March 6, 2013 From Mr. KHAAAAAAN http://www.mlive.com/redwings/index.ssf/2013/03/red_wings_encouraged_to_see_da_1.html Helm skated by himself a little bit the past three days, including Wednesday, when the team was off. He hadn't been on the ice since Jan. 26, when he left midway through practice, when his ailing back flared up a day after his season debut. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilzyme 769 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 Helm turns corner: Holland said center Darren Helm, limited to one game (Jan. 25) because of a torn muscle in a disc, could return after this trip. “Helm appears to have turned the corner,'' Holland said. “He's skating every day, no setbacks. The issue now is fitness. Don't expect him to play in Western Canada, maybe between the Minnesota and Anaheim games (March 20-24).'' OH LORDY LORDY I LOVE IT Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,485 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 OH LORDY LORDY I LOVE IT possibly 4-6 games? That is certainly great news!!! We miss you badly Helmer, but you better not come back unless you are %100, can't afford to lose you after 2 games if you rush back too early Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilzyme 769 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 I can't find Carlo's thread, but i've updated everyone's injuries according to reports that came out today; Defenseman Carlo Colaiacovo (sprained left shoulder) had a setback. His return isn't on the horizon. “He's frustrated,'' Holland said. “He saw a doctor in Toronto that he's known for a long time. He's not 100 percent. They've taken more (X-rays). They don't know if it's an old injury or a new injury. All we can do is give him more time.'' Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,485 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 I can't find Carlo's thread, but i've updated everyone's injuries according to reports that came out today; lol old injury or new one, he injures himself while healing from an injury, or you could just take a guess at which one of his many old injuries it could be lol. Either way he is sucking the life out of our cap space Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BottleOfSmoke 5,965 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 The thought of having Helmer back makes my heart explode. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 lol old injury or new one, he injures himself while healing from an injury, or you could just take a guess at which one of his many old injuries it could be lol. Either way he is sucking the life out of our cap space The sad part is, he's really not. For the first time since the cap was instituted, the Wings have plenty of room and his $2.5M salary isn't atrocious based on the level play he executes....when he's not shelved. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,485 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 The sad part is, he's really not. For the first time since the cap was instituted, the Wings have plenty of room and his $2.5M salary isn't atrocious based on the level play he executes....when he's not shelved. we now have a cap hit of about 63 million, next year the cap is 64 million. that 2.5 can go along way, I like Colo when he is healthy, but there stands the problem. White, Quincey, and colo represent 9 million in cap space, that could cover one hell of a dman and we would be fine without all of them Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 we now have a cap hit of about 63 million, next year the cap is 64 million. that 2.5 can go along way, I like Colo when he is healthy, but there stands the problem. White, Quincey, and colo represent 9 million in cap space, that could cover one hell of a dman and we would be fine without all of them I couldn't agree more, but that wasn't what I was referring to. I was solely talking about this year. Besides, plenty can happen at the deadline to make room for next year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dat's sick 1,002 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 Freaks me out every time this is bumped, I always think Helmer had a setback. Good to hear he's doing better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,485 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 I couldn't agree more, but that wasn't what I was referring to. I was solely talking about this year. Besides, plenty can happen at the deadline to make room for next year. well with cleary saying buh bye (hopefully after his contract is up this year) that is 2.8 million, plus whites contract is up, unfortunately we still have sammy, bert, quincey, and colo locked up all for at least another year. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
NeverForgetMac25 483 Report post Posted March 12, 2013 well with cleary saying buh bye (hopefully after his contract is up this year) that is 2.8 million, plus whites contract is up, unfortunately we still have sammy, bert, quincey, and colo locked up all for at least another year. Bert's the only one in there I don't mind. The other three are nothing more than serviceable at the right price. Bert, when healthy, is solid based on his contract. Cleary, he can move on and never return as far as I'm concerned. That being said, Brunner is likely going to command a raise. Probably not something ridiculous given the sample size is so small, but a raise nonetheless. 1 hillbillywingsfan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
