joesuffP 1,746 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 I honestly like having Cleary in the lineup 1 wings87 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PavelValerievichDatsyuk 1,935 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 Well, I totally missed this game so keep that in mind for my comments. Seems like it boiled up some rage on here. In the highlights it noted that the team was without Datsyuk, Sheahan, and Miller left. With those considerations, a 2-1 shootout lose to a desperate team who's playing for their playoffs lives doesn't seem too bad, but I know the context of the slump and upcoming playoffs obviously changes the perspective on things. Our recent worries have been goaltending and defence. From the highlights, Mrazek looks to have played great and if we only let in 1 goal then suggests that the D must have at least somewhat tightened up. On another note, we now have the same number of points now as we did for all of last year. These last 6 games will show how much of a step forward this season has been (at least in statistical terms). Time is running out for the team to get things together. I want to see a big game from Z against Boston to lead the way. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
trule23 119 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 I miss the old Z Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rick zombo 3,739 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 I miss the old Z The not bagged one? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilmrt 636 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 I miss the old Z Yeah, he looks ready to retire in his current state. Obviously its an injury, so he'll be good to go next year...I hope. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BottleOfSmoke 5,965 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 (edited) @HeleneStJames: Mike Babcock to media: "You guys, when you're asking these questions, you want to be negative more than me. I don't want to do that."Come on, guys. Babs just wants to be groovy, stop harshing his vibe with all your negative mojo.*smokes a doob* Edited April 1, 2015 by BottleOfSmoke 3 evilmrt, WingsAlways and kipwinger reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 (edited) "We found a way to get a point..." Not good enough. You found a way to LOSE a point, too. Again. Edited April 1, 2015 by Hockeytown0001 1 GoWings! reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CaliforniaWingsFan 464 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 Post-game interviews actually really pissed me off. Everyone seems to be content with just getting one point. They do realize how many games they have lost in the last month right? Everyone just cheering about how getting the point was so great, but Boston has diminished an at least 10 point lead the Wings held earlier. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
roboturner 562 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 (edited) Holy f*** did he get lucky his eye is all right! Imagine how much worse that could have been had his visor not been there to stop the blade from continuing on. Edited April 1, 2015 by roboturner Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ami 273 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 This team deserved to lose and be out of playoff hands down, but this game these two guys pissed my off the most: Kevinf****** Pollock and Justinf****** St. Pierre... I bet Pollock will get a game or two in Red Wings series and Pierre (it would be his first playoff series) will also get Red Wings game. They demonstrated they can make any series ******* interesting!! NHL BACKED MOTHERf***ERS!!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hockeytown0001 7,652 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 @HeleneStJames: Mike Babcock to media: "You guys, when you're asking these questions, you want to be negative more than me. I don't want to do that." Come on, guys. Babs just wants to be groovy, stop harshing his vibe with all your negative mojo. *smokes a doob* Thank God the injury wasn't worse. 1 Hockeymom1960 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mvanpop 98 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 Well, I totally missed this game so keep that in mind for my comments. Seems like it boiled up some rage on here. In the highlights it noted that the team was without Datsyuk, Sheahan, and Miller left. With those considerations, a 2-1 shootout lose to a desperate team who's playing for their playoffs lives doesn't seem too bad, but I know the context of the slump and upcoming playoffs obviously changes the perspective on things. Our recent worries have been goaltending and defence. From the highlights, Mrazek looks to have played great and if we only let in 1 goal then suggests that the D must have at least somewhat tightened up. On another note, we now have the same number of points now as we did for all of last year. These last 6 games will show how much of a step forward this season has been (at least in statistical terms). Time is running out for the team to get things together. I want to see a big game from Z against Boston to lead the way. If you look at how many shots they got, especially compared to us, the d did very little to help Mrazek out. He was great up until the shootout Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rivalred 630 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 This team needs to generate more scoring chances.... And on a side note, glad Miller will be ok. So close 1 Hockeymom1960 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
8 Legged RedWing 367 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 Really hoping to see Cole, Dats and Riley back on Thursday. Stabilize the lines a bit before the playoffs because I think all the line juggling is doing more harm than good. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,554 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 I can't believe Katie let me down last night. I'm devastated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrazekFanBoy 223 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 Z just can't score goals like he use to Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 Z is a shell of his former self, but we probably still get decent value for him on a trade... Z to buffalo for first round pick? 2 MrazekFanBoy and kipwinger reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MrazekFanBoy 223 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 Kenny would let Z play here til he died 1 chaps80 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
evilmrt 636 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 I know it's part of the speculation, but why the hell would Babbers want to go to Toronto? That place is a dumpster fire year after year. Money I guess would be the only feasible reason. They'll probably offer him a higher degree of authority than the Wings are, due to KH's tenure. Babs would find that very attractive. 1 DSM reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSM 114 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 (edited) ^I agree with this. I think Babcock wants to go somewhere where he can have a 1994-97 Scotty Bowman like level of control. I'm sure Shanny and Co. wouldn't think twice about paying Babs lots of money and handing him the keys to the bus. Same goes for the Sharks, who will likely be dumping Wilson and McLellan. He won't get that here, where players only leave through retirement or free agency. Edited April 1, 2015 by DSM Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kipwinger 8,554 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 I don't think that Toronto will offer him more control. They offered more control to Shanahan to get him to come to Toronto. Are they going to have a team president with more power than normal, and a coach with more power than normal? And a GM doing what? If they end up doing this, it'll backfire. Mark it. 1 number9 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
number9 3,297 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 ^I agree with this. I think Babcock wants to go somewhere where he can have a 1994-97 Scotty Bowman like level of control. He won't get that here, where players only leave through retirement or free agency. I think Babcock want to go somewhere where he's out of the spotlight. Probably Florida or something along those lines. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Smite 399 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 I think Babcock want to go somewhere where he's out of the spotlight. Probably Florida or something along those lines. Until the Panthers sell the franchise to Toronto to give them its second team. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DSM 114 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 What about the Sharks? They could offer all of the mentioned "perks" this summer. He'll get some authority since they will most likely be looking for a new GM and head coach. As for the spotlight, San Jose isn't as invisible as Florida, but it certainly isn't Detroit. Ottawa could offer a similar job, since they're looking for Murray's eventual replacement and Cameron is still "interim". Buffalo, Philly and even Pittsburgh could potentially offer up similar roles. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
vladdy16 2,154 Report post Posted April 1, 2015 How did a GDT against the Sens evolve into Babcock's employment options? Surely there's a better place to discuss that. If not, start a thread! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites