jeff48109 474 Report post Posted September 15, 2014 I didn't skate over the summer. Went skating for the first time in months a couple of weeks ago. I had a tender groin. It's expected? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,440 Report post Posted September 22, 2014 (edited) I wanted to put this in its own thread but decided to post here instead. I just wanted to comment on how awesome it is that the organization has fully embraced social media, and particularly the "all-access" philosophy they seem to have developed. Between the Red Wings and Griffins Youtube channels I've watched behind the scenes videos of last year's playoffs, development camp, the prospect tournament, and now main camp, along with individual profiles of many of the up and coming guys as well as Wings regulars. In each case the footage was more insightful and better made than the hyper-dramatic, scripted, crap that we were fed on 24/7 last year. No B.S., all hockey. Exactly what I want. Kudos to the organization for giving fans an absolutely massive amount of media to help get them through the long offseason. Edited September 22, 2014 by kipwinger 2 wings4thecup06 and krsmith17 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wings4thecup06 504 Report post Posted September 22, 2014 I wanted to put this in its own thread but decided to post here instead. I just wanted to comment on how awesome it is that the organization has fully embraced social media, and particularly the "all-access" philosophy they seem to have developed. Between the Red Wings and Griffins Youtube channels I've watched behind the scenes videos of last year's playoffs, development camp, the prospect tournament, and now main camp, along with individual profiles of many of the up and coming guys as well as Wings regulars. In each case the footage was more insightful and better made than the hyper-dramatic, scripted, crap that we were fed on 24/7 last year. No B.S., all hockey. Exactly what I want. Kudos to the organization for giving fans an absolutely massive amount of media to help get them through the long offseason. Couldn't agree more, even if all those prospect profiles just served to over hype everyone in my eyes!! 1 kipwinger reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankgrimes 1,836 Report post Posted September 22, 2014 So to all the people saying enforcer can't play/score well Colton Orr just scored a goal and added an assist. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VM1138 1,921 Report post Posted September 22, 2014 It's the preseason. I wouldn't put much stock in anyone's performances. 1 krsmith17 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
frankgrimes 1,836 Report post Posted September 22, 2014 It's the preseason. I wouldn't put much stock in anyone's performances. Nor do I but it's a good example that these guys do indeed have some skills other than fighting. I mean it's still NHL or almost NHL ready competition. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 Nor do I but it's a good example that these guys do indeed have some skills other than fighting. I mean it's still NHL or almost NHL ready competition. Orr has 24 pts in 476 NHL games. Is this really the argument you want to make? He makes Abdelkader look like Probert 2 krsmith17 and kipwinger reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
e_prime 1,936 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 (edited) from Damien Cox of Sportsnet, http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/wings-hope-datsyuk-injury-not-an-ominous-sign/ If Datsyuk and Henrik Zetterberg can have some semblance of health. If Jimmy Howard inserts himself into the Vezina conversation. If Gustav Nyquist (28 goals in 57 games) truly is an elite NHL scorer and Tomas Tatar can take the next step. If Mike Babcock, who carries 415 wins and two Stanley Cups into this season, re-signs either before the season or, if he doesn’t, doesn’t become as a sideshow during the campaign. If Anthony Mantha really is a beast and can bounce back from a fractured right tibia suffered in rookie camp. If 2013 free agent addition Stephen Weiss (sports hernia) can make some kind of contribution. Are these the things that worry you the most? Edited September 23, 2014 by e_prime Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,469 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 from Damien Cox of Sportsnet, http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/wings-hope-datsyuk-injury-not-an-ominous-sign/ Are these the things that worry you the most? Why does everyone keeps saying Babs has 2 cups? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 from Damien Cox of Sportsnet, http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/wings-hope-datsyuk-injury-not-an-ominous-sign/ Are these the things that worry you the most? Here is a more exciting preview from Sportsnet. http://www.sportsnet.ca/hockey/nhl/nhl-preview-detroit-red-wings/ Biggest story line to watch: Can the kids grow up quickly enough to keep Mike Babcock around? The best coach in the business is in the final year of his contract, and while he’s said all the right things about staying (and GM Ken Holland has echoed him), if the team can’t improve on last season’s just-scraping-into-the-playoffs effort, he might go somewhere that offers him a better chance at a Cup. That said, there’s a lot of talent here, and if there’s a man to get the most of it, it’s Babcock. 2014-15 prediction: A slow start turns into a rolling finish as the Grand Rapids kids infiltrate the lineup even further and the Wings start simply outskating opponents with one of the league’s youngest lineups. They run through the first two rounds in six games each and find themselves tied 2-2 in the third period of Game 7 against the Penguins with a spot in the Stanley Cup Final on the line. Sorry if it's not doom-and-gloomy enough to scratch that itch, people. 1 krsmith17 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,440 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 Why does everyone keeps saying Babs has 2 cups? Hmmm, good question. You take a stab at answering it and then I'll do the same lol. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,469 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 (edited) Hmmm, good question. You take a stab at answering it and then I'll do the same lol. Like the people who say lindstrom, or whyzerman. This is how my conversation with those people usually go. them: You guys must really miss lindstrom me: Nope never heard of him Them: He was one of the best dmen of all time. you must not be a true fan. Me: highly doubt it, the wings have never had a player named LINDstrom on the team... *walks away* Edited September 23, 2014 by Euro_Twins Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PavelValerievichDatsyuk 1,935 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 Like the people who say lindstrom, or whyzerman. This is how my conversation with those people usually go. them: You guys must really miss lindstrom me: Nope never heard of him Them: He was one of the best dmen of all time. you must not be a true fan. Me: highly doubt it, the wings have never had a player named LINDstrom on the team... *walks away* Everybody talks about Lindstrom. 0:44 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,469 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 Everybody talks about Lindstrom. 0:44 That makes me want to punch Brendan right in the mouth lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 That makes me want to punch Brendan right in the mouth lol He's always come off as annoying to me Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Echolalia 2,961 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 That makes me want to punch Brendan right in the mouth lolIsn't it Brandon? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirtydangles 1,328 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 I'm sure Smith could spell Lidstrom if you asked him too - some people are just poor at pronouncing foreign names. You can correct someone a million times and it still comes out the wrong way in passive conversation. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WingsallTheway 383 Report post Posted September 23, 2014 Ive always thought Smith seemed like a doorknob... but its nice to see him being vocal around the team. Maybe hes becoming more comfortable and he says hes more confident as well. Hopefully he takes a big step this season Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,469 Report post Posted September 24, 2014 He's always come off as annoying to me Agreed. Just something about him... Isn't it Brandon? Nope. Brendan. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Echolalia 2,961 Report post Posted September 24, 2014 Agreed. Just something about him... Nope. Brendan. I'm pretty sure its Brandon and Lindstrom Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BottleOfSmoke 5,965 Report post Posted September 24, 2014 (edited) I'm pretty sure its Brandon and LindstromWrong. And you call yourself a fan. Anyone that has been a fan for more than two seasons can tell you it's Breendanne and Lidastromame. I'm pretty sure its Brandon and LindstromWrong. And you call yourself a fan. Anyone that has been a fan for more than two seasons can tell you it's Breendanne and Lidastromame.Edit: I got so enraged I posted twice. What would Sergey Federov think?! Utter shame. Edited September 24, 2014 by BottleOfSmoke 1 Euro_Twins reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Echolalia 2,961 Report post Posted September 24, 2014 Wrong. And you call yourself a fan. Anyone that has been a fan for more than two seasons can tell you it's Breendanne and Lidastromame. Wrong. And you call yourself a fan. Anyone that has been a fan for more than two seasons can tell you it's Breendanne and Lidastromame. Edit: I got so enraged I posted twice. What would Sergey Federov think?! Utter shame. Real fans don't care about the opinions of swedes like Federov. I get my info from good ol' Canadian boys like Mike-y Redman and Don Cherrios. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Euro_Twins 4,469 Report post Posted September 24, 2014 Real fans don't care about the opinions of swedes like Federov. I get my info from good ol' Canadian boys like Mike-y Redman and Don Cherrios. Don't forget denial Clearview Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ekmanc 586 Report post Posted September 24, 2014 There is something really annoying about Smith, I have no idea what, I just don't like him Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jimmyemeryhunter 2,747 Report post Posted September 24, 2014 He's young and cocky. Wait until he's about 35 and godwilling he's a solid top pairing d man and all that cockiness will have turned to confidence, and if he still has his smile everyone will love him. We just don't get to see young cocky kids too often in our organization. Young players are one thing, but they usually don't speak enough English to annoy us. Ha. Just my opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites