8 Legged RedWing 367 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Probably because he's not as bad as a lot of people here make him out to be. He put up 9 goals and 15 points in 48 games and 10 points in 14 playoff games. There's no questioning his compete level, toughness and heart. That can still help a lot of teams. It's just a matter of his health and what role you want him to play. This. If the price is right I wouldn't mind him back. But anything over like 2.5 mil would be an over payment imo. 1 Nev reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
haroldsnepsts 4,826 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Ansar Khan @AnsarKhanMLive 17m Holland said he's still trying to sign Cleary but Brunner is moving on. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shaman 713 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Ansar Khan @AnsarKhanMLive 17m Holland said he's still trying to sign Cleary but Brunner is moving on. Holland needs to put the phone away and only take calls about trades. 2 dragonballgtz and Hockeymom1960 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcom007 1,465 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 I get everyone's frustrations with the guy, and I enjoy making fun of him thoroughly as well, but at the right price, he's an asset to a team making a push. Experience is worth something, and he brings plenty. At the right price, I still think this is a good deal for the Wings or any team. $3 million over 3 years though, what he was supposedly being offered by the Wings or wanting, is TOTALLY BATs*** INSANE though, just to be clear. But I'd love to sign Cleary for a million, million and a half for a year or two, so long as he was cool taking a lesser role throughout the season. Judging by how much time he spends out on his knees on the ice, I'm sure his body could use a limited role with more games off. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TheDetroitRedWings 286 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Ansar Khan @AnsarKhanMLive 17m Holland said he's still trying to sign Cleary but Brunner is moving on. Wow...Considering Cleary is asking for 3M and Brunner is asking for 2.5M i just don't understand this. The only thing I can think is another team offered Brunner more than he was asking. But if that is the case, then why hasn't he signed with anyone yet? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shaman 713 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 I get everyone's frustrations with the guy, and I enjoy making fun of him thoroughly as well, but at the right price, he's an asset to a team making a push. Experience is worth something, and he brings plenty. At the right price, I still think this is a good deal for the Wings or any team. $3 million over 3 years though, what he was supposedly being offered by the Wings or wanting, is TOTALLY BATs*** INSANE though, just to be clear. But I'd love to sign Cleary for a million, million and a half for a year or two, so long as he was cool taking a lesser role throughout the season. Judging by how much time he spends out on his knees on the ice, I'm sure his body could use a limited role with more games off. With what cap space? And what space on the roster? As it is they need to sign 3 RFAs and have 16 forwards. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Travis 576 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Wow...Considering Cleary is asking for 3M and Brunner is asking for 2.5M i just don't understand this. The only thing I can think is another team offered Brunner more than he was asking. But if that is the case, then why hasn't he signed with anyone yet? Those numbers are entirely speculative. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
redhasek2013 11 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 (edited) Will if Cleary is coming back will then he'll be wearing a new number. Also I hope they don't wast there remaining money on him. Would rather them get Brunner. Edited July 5, 2013 by redhasek2013 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wingsfan72 198 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Ansar Khan @AnsarKhanMLive 17m Holland said he's still trying to sign Cleary but Brunner is moving on. Is this real life? I mean. have I just stepped into Bizarro world? What. the @*#$!? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nyquistfan14 489 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Is this real life? I mean. have I just stepped into Bizarro world? What. the @*#$!? Exactly... Just sign brunner and call it a day. Then work on trimming the fat for draft picks/ waivers/ etc Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest The Axe Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Cleary should go to the Ducks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Shaman 713 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Cleary should go to the Ducks. Cleary should go to the KHL. 1 Datsyukian-Deke reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragonballgtz 273 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 (edited) Bert and Sammy's contacts are bitting Holland in the ass today, and yet he still wants to re-sing Cleary!?! Edited July 5, 2013 by dragonballgtz 2 esteef and SaCkaveli20 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gcom007 1,465 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 With what cap space? And what space on the roster? As it is they need to sign 3 RFAs and have 16 forwards. Oh, I didn't say that I think it's a reasonable possibility at this point or I know how it might work. I'm just saying that there are some who are undervaluing what he could bring to the table at the right price. Some seem to regard him as a useless player at this point, and I just don't see that as the case. I wouldn't want him at anything close to what he's making currently, and the older he gets, the more it's a gamble to give him that money. But if he were willing to accept that lesser role I mentioned for a lot less money, he'd be a great asset on a lot of teams, including the Wings. 2 Nev and haroldsnepsts reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Datsyukian-Deke 722 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Cleary should go to the KHL.Cleary should go work at Taco Bell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Guest The Axe Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Cleary should go work at Taco Bell. Babcock would be making border runs non-stop! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nev 1,085 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Babcock would be making border runs non-stop! I confess, I lol'd Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FireCaptain 563 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Go home, Holland. You're drunk. Ansar Khan @AnsarKhanMLive 17m Holland said he's still trying to sign Cleary but Brunner is moving on. 2 Shaman and Hockeymom1960 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
T.Low 1,011 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Go home, Holland. You're drunk. He should quit while he is ahead. . 2 Shaman and FireCaptain reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kylee 727 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Cleary should go work at Taco Bell. Well played. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nevermind 363 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Cleary should go work at Taco Bell. No. He falls too much during work. To be fair though, I thought Cleary was great playing through a separated shoulder in the playoffs. He's blamed too much around here. 1 Vladifan reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydangles 1,328 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Cleary has no place on this team unless holland is thinking trade. We have too many spare parts right now and no cap space after re-signing RFAs Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FireCaptain 563 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 He already has his sights set on employee of the month. Cleary should go work at Taco Bell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
germanwing 154 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Helene St. James @HeleneStJames 4s Red Wings still talking to Daniel Cleary. Wouldn't be surprised if deal gets done today. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Nyquistfan14 489 Report post Posted July 5, 2013 Helene St. James @HeleneStJames 4s Red Wings still talking to Daniel Cleary. Wouldn't be surprised if deal gets done today. No!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites