Hockeymom1960 5,107 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 Great first period by Jimmy, that's about it. It feels like one of those games where Howard is going to have to stick up for himself when he gets crashed because no one else does. I'd be fine with a Wings D-man taking a penalty for crosschecking the crap out of someone after they ran into Howard. No kidding. I'm sick of watching Jimmy get ran into. These guys need to drop their drawers so I can see if they have any balls because I'm really doubting they have any except for Tootoo Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Z Winged Dangler 2,082 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 Who's going to tie up guys in the corners, go to the front of the net, etc on that line? The Wings need to get tougher in front of the net and in the corners. Making pretty plays on the perimeter doesn't do much to score on a goalie like Rinne. I like Abby on there. I was saying that cause Franzen was on there with them at the end of the period. I should have clarified that in my earlier post. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 We don't have enough skill on the top lines because we have the Best GM in the league. NHL.com said so. esteef What if Bertuzzi comes back for the playoffs? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Z Winged Dangler 2,082 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 We don't have enough skill on the top lines because we have the Best GM in the league. NHL.com said so. esteef It's April in the D on Fox Sports Detroit. Will there be May in the D? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WorkingOvertime 536 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 I like Abby on there. I was saying that cause Franzen was on there with them at the end of the period. I should have clarified that in my earlier post. I understand. I hope Bert is able to come back (at full effectiveness) soon. The Wings have sorely missed him in the top six. Abby has done surprisingly well the last month, but IMO the Wings need someone like Bert (or Abby) on each of the top 3 lines. I wish Andersson was more physical, because he would be great with Brunner and Nyquist if he had that drive in the corners, in front of the net, etc. 4 haroldsnepsts, Vladifan, Z Winged Dangler and 1 other reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
datterberg1340 626 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 stare 'em down, Mule, stare 'em down Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 Franzen falls down twice but manages to ice the puck while lying down. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
datterberg1340 626 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 Franzen falls down twice but manages to ice the puck while lying down. that's why he makes the big bucks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
esteef 2,679 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 That's called "grit". esteef 1 datterberg1340 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WorkingOvertime 536 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 Franzen falls down twice but manages to ice the puck while lying down. If that isn't skill, I don't know what is... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Z Winged Dangler 2,082 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 I understand. I hope Bert is able to come back (at full effectiveness) soon. The Wings have sorely missed him in the top six. Abby has done surprisingly well the last month, but IMO the Wings need someone like Bert (or Abby) on each of the top 3 lines. I wish Andersson was more physical, because he would be great with Brunner and Nyquist if he had that drive in the corners, in front of the net, etc. Remember Bert's first game of the year he played? 2 goals right? Took some nice saucers from Dats and buried them. I can't wait for Tuzzi to get back too. Just an unfortunate year for him and Helm. This team is so much better with them than without. If we get both back, we're a playoff team. 1 Vladifan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 Remember Bert's first game of the year he played? 2 goals right? Took some nice saucers from Dats and buried them. I can't wait for Tuzzi to get back too. Just an unfortunate year for him and Helm. This team is so much better with them than without. If we get both back, we're a playoff team. Can't wait for Bertuzzi? Are you Kenny Holland? Dude is like 40 years old. He should retire in the offseason..............Last season, that is. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
datterberg1340 626 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 man we cannot buy a lucky bounce or a break or whatever you want to call it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WorkingOvertime 536 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 Can't wait for Bertuzzi? Are you Kenny Holland? Dude is like 40 years old. He should retire in the offseason..............Last season, that is. He fills a (desperate) need. 2 Vladifan and Hockeymom1960 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 One of the highlights they just showed of the Wings allegedly crashing the net and getting in Rinne's face, Rinne was surrounded by three preds and all the Wings players were on the outside. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vladdy16 2,154 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 That's called "grit". esteef Just wanted to say I really miss the days when you would add to the conversation instead of the sarcastic drive-bys that are becoming SOP for you. Franzen is suffering from bi-polar disorder this game; he'll make a good play then forget what he was doing. 1 Vladifan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeymom1960 5,107 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 This is just so frustrating to watch this team just kiss these guys on the boards. Franzen had a chance to check someone over the boards but checks up on him. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 that was a golden opportunity for Nyquist. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
datterberg1340 626 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 to hear Engblom describe him, one would think Franzen is an elite player Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
freshy 181 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 This line of Anderson-Nyquist-Brunner is LARGE! 1 Hockeymom1960 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Z Winged Dangler 2,082 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 Can't wait for Bertuzzi? Are you Kenny Holland? Dude is like 40 years old. He should retire in the offseason..............Last season, that is. I always liked Tuzzi. He knows where to go to create scoring chances, great on the cycle, can pass and shoot well, is a .5 to .6 ppg player and isn't easy to get the puck from or push around. That's why he's so effective with Dats. And at least he can score in a damn shootout. He's right at the end of the line, but he'd be effective for us this year. 2 Hockeymom1960 and Vladifan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMRwings1983 8,794 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 Hockey was way more fun before goalies like Rinne came into the NHL. 1 datterberg1340 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GoWings1905 2,694 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 Why couldn't Chris Mason play? Facing Niemi, Crawford and Rinne three straight games and they all own the Red Wings. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest irishock Report post Posted April 15, 2013 (edited) Holy s*** Z has more goals than Jiri Hudler now Edited April 15, 2013 by irishock Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jeff48109 474 Report post Posted April 15, 2013 ZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
