gdt 10/24 GDT : Red Wings 2 at Ducks 1

[Bring Back The Bruise Bros 1,029]

Your sarcasm would be more effective if the Wings hadn't just beat the Ducks 5-1 in which Ericsson, Lashoff and Smith got in fights.

Admittedly I'm no Tootoo fan though. He brings energy but is overpaid and a defensive liability. And his staged fights aren't worth a whole lot to me.

I know. Hopefully, if he is scratched, we continue to prove that we can stick up for ourselves without him in the lineup.

Yeah, several of his fights this year have come right off the draw very early in the 1st period. It sends a message and sets a tempo, but I'd rather see things develop from within the context of the game.

I just don't think he deserves to be scratched over guys like Emmerton. Emmerton has proven himself to be a defensive liability at times, also.

[FlashyG 1,799]

I think Babcock needs to experiment with #93 on the 3rd line and see if Brunner is good with Datsyuk...

Franzen being back is what has made that line work. He does what Cleary couldn't and pulls defenders away from Datsyuk, after that last game Babcock would be crazy to change that line.

I'd like to see Brunner with Nyquist until the Datsyuk, Abby and Franzen line cools off.

I think the idea behind moving Brunner down was to get him away from Perry, Ryan and Getzlaf and get him some easier match-ups defensively.

I know. Hopefully, if he is scratched, we continue to prove that we can stick up for ourselves without him in the lineup.

Yeah, several of his fights this year have come right off the draw very early in the 1st period. It sends a message and sets a tempo, but I'd rather see things develop from within the context of the game.

I just don't think he deserves to be scratched over guys like Emmerton. Emmerton has proven himself to be a defensive liability at times, also.

If Tootoo could play center I think he'd be playing over Emmerton.

I'd probably scratch Eaves tonight in place of Tootoo just because I expect a rough game and Eaves is playing with a full shield,

[TheXym 2,606]

Franzen being back is what has made that line work. He does what Cleary couldn't and pulls defenders away from Datsyuk, after that last game Babcock would be crazy to change that line.

I'd like to see Brunner with Nyquist until the Datsyuk, Abby and Franzen line cools off.

I think the idea behind moving Brunner down was to get him away from Perry, Ryan and Getzlaf and get him some easier match-ups defensively.

If Tootoo could play center I think he'd be playing over Emmerton.

I'd probably scratch Eaves tonight in place of Tootoo just because I expect a rough game and Eaves is playing with a full shield,

I agree with the idea of Brunner being moved down to get him away from Perry, Ryan, and Getzlaf. It also puts a decent scoring threat on three lines.

I like your idea of Nyquist and Brunner together. If they click, imagine if they are paired with Helm?

Edited March 24, 2013 by TheXym

[FlashyG 1,799]

I agree with the idea of Brunner being moved down to get him away from Perry, Ryan, and Getzlaf. It also puts a decent scoring threat on three lines.

I like your idea of Nyquist and Brunner together. If they click, imagine if they are paired with Helm?

That would be one hell of a 3rd line, a sniper, a set-up guy and a worker to get the puck back to them. With all 3 possessing great speed. They may not be the best defensively, but they should be more than good enough in their own end to handle the 3rd and 4th line of anyone we'll face.

[beachwing 426]

Broooner healthy scratch...Tootoo in

Per Helen St J.

[Mitchmac33 103]

Helene St. James ‏@HeleneStJames: Damien Brunner a healthy scratch for #RedWings today against Ducks. Jordin Tootoo returns to lineup. Brunner hasn't scored last 12 games.

[TheXym 2,606]

That would be one hell of a 3rd line, a sniper, a set-up guy and a worker to get the puck back to them. With all 3 possessing great speed. They may not be the best defensively, but they should be more than good enough in their own end to handle the 3rd and 4th line of anyone we'll face.

Yep. They may also draw some attention from the opposition's better D-men which could open space for the top lines.

[55fan 5,133]

I had to leave early for work the last game, but I'm off tonight. Hopefully the Red Wings aren't.

Go Wings. Win big and make up for me having to miss the fights last game.

[TheXym 2,606]

Helene St. James ‏@HeleneStJames: Damien Brunner a healthy scratch for #RedWings today against Ducks. Jordin Tootoo returns to lineup. Brunner hasn't scored last 12 games.

I agree with the move. I have a feeling Tootoo will be important tonight. Plus, it may make Brunner hungrier (I also think he's hit a bit of a wall so the rest may help for the long haul).

[Franzine 739]

Wings v. Ducks 2: Electric Boogaloo

[55fan 5,133]

How's this for a prediction?

Wings win 29-0 with 22 fights in honour of the LGW birthday boys.

I'm all for it.

[BottleOfSmoke 5,965]

Wow. Only agree with the Brunner scratch if it's because he needs the rest. If it's for s***ty play, then I guess my definition of s***ty play and the coaching staff's are drastically different.

[edicius 3,269]

Well, I missed the last one with Apple Fritters' hat trick. So this one better be worth the price of admission for me.

[dat's sick 1,002]

Wow. Only agree with the Brunner scratch if it's because he needs the rest. If it's for s***ty play, then I guess my definition of s***ty play and the coaching staff's are drastically different.

My sentiments exactly. He's been playing well imo. But I guess he's not really used to playing this many games in a season so for that reason I have no problem with him sitting out a game. Maybe he can get back to his goalscoring ways after getting a breather.

[FlashyG 1,799]

As much as everyone is making about Brunner not scoring in the past 12 games, its not like he's not getting assists.

The longest he's gone all season without a pt is 3 games. Offensively he's probably been the most consistent player on the team.

[BottleOfSmoke 5,965]

As much as everyone is making about Brunner not scoring in the past 12 games, its not like he's not getting assists.

The longest he's gone all season without a pt is 3 games. Offensively he's probably been the most consistent player on the team.

That's what I'm saying. You wanna cut dead weight, Brunner shouldn't be anywhere near the crosshairs...

[55fan 5,133]

If Brun is a scratch, he must just need a rest or not be feeling well or have a minor injury they'd rather not disclose or is allergic to waterfowl or something because he hasn't been playing badly.

No one has been so terribly bad that they would have to sit them to teach them a lesson.

[TheXym 2,606]

I think it's more of the rest factor. That, plus he is a rookie and a "soft" Euro so he could have been a prime target for any shenanigans. Pavs has shown he can more than handle himself (right Perry?). It would be very duck-like to go after a non-fighter.

[jeff48109 474]

Or maybe Brunner has been scratched because of low TV ratings

[TheXym 2,606]

Or maybe Brunner has been scratched because of low TV ratings

Sadness for no Murph tonight.

[S.H.M.B. 25]

So Mickey is forced to go west now.

[Franzine 739]

Or maybe Brunner has been scratched because of low TV ratings

#DressMcGuire

[ben_usmc 253]

WTF is the hate on Brunner for? They scratch Nyquist, Brunner, Tatar? Yet they kept Cleary, Franzen, Abby (yes I know he had a hatty but until that point?)...

[TheXym 2,606]

Is it just me, or did Keating have a bit of a smile and also sound happier (or maybe relieved that Murph was axed and not him?)

[LeftWinger 4,951]

Have some good flashbacks!

edit: DAMN! I still cannot figure out why when I try to post a video in here it just shows the link and not the video!!!!!

Edited March 25, 2013 by LeftWinger