dat's sick 1,002 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 3 goal lead???? What is this devilry!?!?! Great shift by Datsyuk. Weird shot by Kronner but I'll take it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
26point2 203 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 Mick had a "cows come home" quote. Haven't heard one of those in awhile. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
McAwesome 754 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 We'll take it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlashyG 1,799 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 That was a hell of a knucklepuck by Kronner Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 I agree, but I still think Tatar, Tootoo and Miller have all been better despite playing a fraction of his ice-time. They have better energy, and with Miller I can somewhat see your argument. But I think Tootoo and Tatar would get exposed defensively if they played Cleary's minutes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Electrophile 3,554 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 We have a three-goal lead? That is not possible. We're the Red Wings. What foul magic has overtaken this rink? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Franzine 739 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 Kronner's flipper of a shot scored in great part because Pekker was distracted by Cleary. Distracted because he was in awe of how badly Cleary plays. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlashyG 1,799 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 Nice defensive play by Abdelkader there. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
26point2 203 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 Did Eaves just drop someone? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 Distracted because he was in awe of how badly Cleary plays. What exactly has Cleary done that's been so awful this game? 1 beachwing reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PredsFanTheBayouState 263 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 I hate been a fan of the Nashville Predators,They can't score,if their lives depend on it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WorkingOvertime 536 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 Kronner! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 Drew. Check. Kronner. Check. Ok, Jordin, you're the only one of my boys left to score. Go do it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 I hate been a fan of the Nashville Predators,They can't score,if their lives depend on it. Holy cow. I knew they were struggling offensively but I didn't realize they were dead last in the league. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 Is it just me, or does Patty look like he's wearing pigtails? Lashoff looking ready for NHL play. 1 zztop40 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FlashyG 1,799 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 They have better energy, and with Miller I can somewhat see your argument. But I think Tootoo and Tatar would get exposed defensively if they played Cleary's minutes. You could be right, but personally I think the best defence is playing in the other teams end. Cleary is where puck possession goes to die so he's the last person I'd want playing with a guy like Datsyuk. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings_fanatic 677 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 We can whatever we want about Abs and Cleary playing with Pavel, but the fact is they have been our best line because Pavel is playing unreal. When all of these injuries mounted, Pavel raised his game to another level and despite having linemates who are not up to his standard, continues to make stuff happen. Hank's line has been invisible though, which is not acceptable given the fact that Hank has 2 far better players playing with him than Pavel does. Also, Howard continues to impress, and our bottom 6 is looking good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 You could be right, but personally I think the best defence is playing in the other teams end. Cleary is where puck possession goes to die so he's the last person I'd want playing with a guy like Datsyuk. I'm guessing Babs likes him because he's a utility guy. Don't get me wrong Cleary sure hasn't been setting the world on fire this season, but he can play the PP, PK, and is defensively responsible. Even when he is playing well his game is ugly. And when he's not, it's even uglier. But I think he's been fine this game. Had some good chances, taking abuse in front of the net screening Rinne. Was good on the PK. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dat's sick 1,002 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 What exactly has Cleary done that's been so awful this game? If the best thing you can say about a player is that he's not doing awful things, it's not a good sign. My main problem with Abdelkader and Cleary with Datsyuk is that it's so, so obvious neither of them understands how to play with him. They're never ready for the give-and-go passes, they're always a step behind from getting to the open areas, and obviously neither of them can score on the chances he gives them. Datsyuk is creating magic out there, but it's wasted on 2 guys who think hockey on a much lower level. Tatar looks on fire, he's everwhere winning pucks and making good plays. He's got good hands around the net, as well as the vision to make good passes. Having him on the 3rd line does give us some more scoring depth, but the reasonable thing to do would be to switch him with either Cleary or Abby. Frustrating... And Zetterberg's line is looking weak. A lot of time spent defensively. 1 esteef reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Xitium 272 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 Only 9 pages in this GDT through 2 periods? I guess if theres nothing to ***** about, people don't post... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 I ain't buying this play Pavs with sucky linemates to make him better crap. Pavs with Tatar would be great, even defensively. The kid has hands and speed, Cleary has neither. esteef 1 Hockeymom1960 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wings4Life19 150 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 Only 9 pages in this GDT through 2 periods? I guess if theres nothing to ***** about, people don't post... If your watching on NHLN we can ***** about Don Cherry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
55fan 5,133 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 If your watching on NHLN we can ***** about Don Cherry Is it just me, or his suit a bit muted tonight? Nothing to whine about, and nothing to comment on much. We can analyze, but it's hard to write comprehensive posts and watch at the same time. Plus I was busy flossing. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 If the best thing you can say about a player is that he's not doing awful things, it's not a good sign. My main problem with Abdelkader and Cleary with Datsyuk is that it's so, so obvious neither of them understands how to play with him. They're never ready for the give-and-go passes, they're always a step behind from getting to the open areas, and obviously neither of them can score on the chances he gives them. Datsyuk is creating magic out there, but it's wasted on 2 guys who think hockey on a much lower level. Tatar looks on fire, he's everwhere winning pucks and making good plays. He's got good hands around the net, as well as the vision to make good passes. Having him on the 3rd line does give us some more scoring depth, but the reasonable thing to do would be to switch him with either Cleary or Abby. Frustrating... And Zetterberg's line is looking weak. A lot of time spent defensively. I'd go so far to say he's having a good game. I can completely understand people being frustrated with line combos and even ice time. But it's snowballed to the point where people ***** about Cleary as if he can't even skate, when he's actually been good this game. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Fonzarelli 73 Report post Posted February 24, 2013 It's nice to see the Wings with a 3 goal lead. They aren't outplaying the Preds by any stretch of the imagination. That Nashville team is very disciplined and has quite a few plays that lead to great scoring chances. I wonder if we could trade Babcock and his staff for Trotz's crew? Has anything like that ever been done? Of course, Barry wouldn't accept that deal. Interesting to speculate how Trotz would manage the Wings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites