beachwing 426 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 There have only been 3 games this year that I really felt we played poorly enough and deserved the loss. Thats whats so irritating, a couple dumbass turnovers again and we lose. Open nets missed, plenty of scoring chances and we still take the L. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tr!PoD#19 524 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 (edited) They put the puck in the net bud. Nobody else did. You sir are an idiot. Then promptly gave both up, including the game winner, and were invisible for 55 minutes. Whoop Edited February 22, 2013 by haroldsnepsts to remove personal attack that was quoted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings_fanatic 677 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Hank had a horrible game tonight. He was downright awful... he just did not have the energy he needs to have as the captain. IN fact that entire line lacked energy all game long after their first 2 minutes. Kronwall was again disappointing. And Howard looked below average again. Quite frankly I felt that Monster should have gotten the start tonight instead of Howard. Monster better start Saturday because the WIngs need something fresh and Howard's head doesn't seem to be into the game fully. Pavel was once again by far our best player... he was outstanding out there and even made Cleary and Abdelkator look good out there! All 3 of them dominated shifts out there and were by far our best line. Simply put, this is 4 times in a row the Wings have had a 2 goal lead and lost it. That is unacceptable. You can blame injuries, but it is also the fault of players and coaching. Mike Babcock has to be held accountable for this and if changes do not take place soon, Mr. Renney needs to be considered for the head job because this is simply sickening to watch. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 I understand people are upset at the loss, but let's give it a rest with the personal attacks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightfall 871 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Wings nation is now in panic mode. I really am glad that the GM and ownership aren't as reactionary as the LGW Forum members. We all knew that the Wings weren't going to be a perennial power in the league this year. Realistically, the Wings were going to be a 5th or 6th place team in the Western Conference. With all the injuries, the Wings are going to be lucky to make the playoffs. Then you factor in there the Wings sloppy turnovers and sloppy play, and its a self fulfilling prophecy. 1 beachwing reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Holland has to fire Babcock this year or this team is going to be the Calgary flames. For f*** sakes holland make any sort of move in the right direction Holland would be an ******* to fire Babcock, crappy line combos and all. If either of those two goes, it should be Holland, who's allowed this team to deteriorate over the years, while signing guys like Samuelsson and Colaicovo. If only that Yzerman guy was still here in the front office. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Phil Lesh 93 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 I'm pretty sure that was our 5th straight loss. I thought I couldn't feel worse, thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Defense was bad, forwards were poor, Howard was bad. Special teams are dirt, and way too many injuries. Datsyuk has two anchors on his legs, Tootoo gets the leash put on him by Babs whenever the fun stuffs about to happen, just not many things to be happy or excited about so far this season. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightfall 871 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 It's never just one person's fault. Brunner turned it over and he's to blame. But a goalie's job is to stop shots, not just to stop easy shots. That was a good chance for Columbus, and Howard looked totally lost on that play. He should also be blamed. I disagree, but coming from someone who has never played goalie, I understand your stance. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Wings nation is now in panic mode. I really am glad that the GM and ownership aren't as reactionary as the LGW Forum members. We all knew that the Wings weren't going to be a perennial power in the league this year. Realistically, the Wings were going to be a 5th or 6th place team in the Western Conference. With all the injuries, the Wings are going to be lucky to make the playoffs. Then you factor in there the Wings sloppy turnovers and sloppy play, and its a self fulfilling prophecy. It's hard to blame injuries when you lose at home to a s***ty team like Columbus. They don't have a Datsyuk or Zetterberg on their team. Wings should have won this game handily. 4 raven756, GoWings1905, AtomicPunk and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joesuffP 1,746 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 You really want to trade Kronwall and let players like Lashoff play everyday? Do us all a favor and go have a beer and calm down or something. I'm glad no one on this board actually has any influence on the Wings. Kronwall can't play hockey he needs to leave. I want a rebuild Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTU_Huskies963 398 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Is every team doing the same thing against the wings PP. It really looks like it and the coaches are not making adjustments. Back to Back power plays in the 3rd and nothing. Also if the wings are up 2-0 in the next game the second it becomes 2-1 babcock needs to call a timeout. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GoalieManPat 1,007 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Wings nation is now in panic mode. I really am glad that the GM and ownership aren't as reactionary as the LGW Forum members. The Wings GM and ownership hasnt reacted to anything in years. Ill take over reaction over no action. 2 esteef and Hockeymom1960 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 I disagree, but coming from someone who has never played goalie, I understand your stance. Huh? You didn't know I'm Manny Legace? 1 Nightfall reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
8 Legged RedWing 367 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 I'm just afraid Datsyuk is going to see this team going to s*** and pack it up and head home one of these years. Not really related to this game but they did mention it during the broadcast and sometimes it looks like Pavel isn't the only one on the ice with his head up his ass. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Deleting posts now. If anyone keeps insulting someone or even talking about the insults, they will be getting an unfriendly message from me or one of the other mods followed by a vacation. I'm deleting posts now. Stay on topic. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jericho613 74 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 I blame Howard for this loss, I say just play the monster both games this weekend and just see what happens. Yeah yeah I know, it doesn't matter who plays behind this Defense. I'd still rather see what that monster can do instead of Howard hes lost his position in my opinion. Hes just not good enough. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest The Axe Report post Posted February 22, 2013 People actually think Howard is worth 5 mil. Its laughable. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MTU_Huskies963 398 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Is babcock a good coach or was he just blessed to have nick all those years? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tr!PoD#19 524 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 I blame Howard for this loss, I say just play the monster both games this weekend and just see what happens. Yeah yeah I know, it doesn't matter who plays behind this Defense. I'd still rather see what that monster can do instead of Howard hes lost his position in my opinion. Hes just not good enough. I don't think he'd be much better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kylee 727 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Howard can't make the big save. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Is babcock a good coach or was he just blessed to have nick all those years? He's a good coach, just stubborn. Plus, he hasn't exactly been handed the best pieces this season.. not to mention half the pieces are broken. 2 GoWings1905 and thegerkin reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nightfall 871 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 It's hard to blame injuries when you lose at home to a s***ty team like Columbus. They don't have a Datsyuk or Zetterberg on their team. Wings should have won this game handily. I disagree. Columbus isn't some rec league team. Just because we have two players who are good doesn't mean that we are automatic favorites to win every game. 1 Wingsfan72 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 (edited) Also, I realize people love to defend the goalie, but bottom line is Howard has been dreadful other then the Kings GP15 W6 L6 OTL2 GA43 SA412 SV369 SV%.896 GA3.08 SO0 MINS838 Not good enough, especially considering it's a contract year. Edited February 22, 2013 by Detroit # 1 Fan Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Yak19 303 Report post Posted February 22, 2013 Need Smith and Helm back ASAP, i'd also like to see Gustavsson get a few starts. Tonight's game was rock bottom. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites