krsmith17 7,191 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 (edited) 1 hour ago, DickieDunn said: Nashville is rumored to be looking for a top 6 forward. I'd be calling them seeing if they'd be willing to send one of their top 4 D in exchange for Tatar, Nyquist, AA, Mantha, or Svechnikov the cornerstone of the package, with other pieces coming and going depending on which forward it would take and which D comes back. I don't think it's a stretch to say they have 4, or even 5, guys as good or better than anyone the Wings have. Poile has already said that he's looking for a top 6 forward (Duchene), but isn't willing to move any of his top 4 defensemen... How he expects to pull that off, I have no idea... Edit: what amato said... But yeah, we need to be calling teams like Nashville, Anaheim, Winnipeg, Carolina, Philadelphia, etc to see if there's a deal to be made. I'm fully confident that if we go into this season without making any significant changes, we will have a good shot at Dahlin / Svechnikov in a year's time. Edited June 27, 2017 by krsmith17 3 amato, marcaractac and xault reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DickieDunn 2,571 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 1 hour ago, ChristopherReevesLegs said: Craig Custance was answering fan questions on reddit this morning. I'll share some highlights. In regards to Holland's future after this coming season: In regards to the draft: In regards to who will start in net this season: In regards to our future with the young guns: In regards to upgrading the D: More on Holland: On Wings future: A number of people asked about DK as well and he basically kept responding that he thinks DK is a fine D-man and he has been asked to do too much. Wings need to add to the defense around him so he can succeed. You know that things are going to remain in neutral and Kenny is just going to move upstairs if he isn't brought back as the GM. Even if he is president, I think he's going to have a lot of influence over whoever gets the GM title. In other words, SSDD. 59 minutes ago, amato said: Can't find it quickly enough so I gave up but I read somewhere that Nashville wants a top six forward without having to trade a top 4 d man. Not sure what they have in terms of defensive prospects (probably pretty decent ones based on their recent history?) but they seem pretty set on keeping their current top 4 together for a long time.. can't blame them. I'd take a prospect too, sending a lesser package. And "want to" doesn't always mean "that's all they'll do." Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
amato 3,210 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 2 minutes ago, DickieDunn said: I'd take a prospect too, sending a lesser package. And "want to" doesn't always mean "that's all they'll do." True. I just get the feeling that they'd rather continue with what they've got (maybe sign a Justin Williams or something?) than trade anyone in their top 4. But you're right, you never know. I do like the idea of taking a prospect with a lesser package.. in general, not just from the preds specifically. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jacksoni 418 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 Been thinking the coming trade window. I do believe we will trade for a defenseman and the price we pay will be hefty. Probably too hefty. Given that I believe we will be getting a top draft pick next year I hope the defender we get is young enough to be in tune with Larkin, Mantha and AA (and our picks). And hopefully those bucks wont be included in the package. I wouldn't mind sending off Tatar and/or Nyqvist. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
HockeytownRules19 902 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 1 chaps80 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ShanahanMan 473 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 10 minutes ago, HockeytownRules19 said: Most people say good riddance, but seem to forget that he was our leading scorer/point getter until he got injured... 1 Rick D reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChristopherReevesLegs 7,022 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 Red Wings Extend Ben Street This is a GR signing so I figured it didn't need it's own thread 1 krsmith17 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChristopherReevesLegs 7,022 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 REPORT: Yzerman is talking to Shattenkirk Some LA Kings insider also says that the Kings are in contact with pending UFA Joe Thornton. Would Jumbo do that to the Sharkies? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
derblaueClaus 1,668 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 No, No No No.Don't do it Kenny. We're already logjamed at D, no need for a 33 year old rental. 6 Jacksoni, chaps80, xault and 3 others reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Crashnburnluder 385 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 Looks like were in on Daley, Hainsey, Campbell and Girardi 1 ChristopherReevesLegs reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChristopherReevesLegs 7,022 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 50 minutes ago, derblaueClaus said: No, No No No.Don't do it Kenny. We're already logjamed at D, no need for a 33 year old rental. I get more and more worried about this team daley 1 minute ago, Crashnburnluder said: Looks like were in on Daley, Hainsey, Campbell and Girardi Pls no one tell Dabura 1 xault reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Andy Pred 48 337 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 Del Zotto isnt re-uping in Phillie its the Hanifin rumour im more interested in thou Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
krsmith17 7,191 Report post Posted June 27, 2017 Don't do it Ken! Stay far away from free agency. Get drunk and go for a round of golf on Saturday to celebrate Canada Day. For once, that is what would make Red Wings fans happy... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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chaps80 1,591 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 4 hours ago, HockeytownRules19 said: If he's willing to return for a couple years at a reasonable salary, hell yes! Watching his shootout goals alone were worth it last season. Reminded me of another guy who was only here for one season eight years ago. Should really try to hang on to those types when they come along... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Never_Retire_Steve 35 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 Been hearing reports that Detroit is interested in guys like Hainsey and Giradi. My ******* god, please no. I hope these reports are all untrue about which D men we're looking at. Just seem all awful decisions to be making and a bunch of guys in the decline that will certainly be overpaid. I really, really hope these rumours aren't true but if they are.... Holland seriously needs to go. 2 krsmith17 and xault reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
brett 1,029 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 (edited) omg im not racist but if we get daley im done maybe giradi for CHEAP who knows he made that kind of money for some reason maybe just needs a change of scenery Edited June 28, 2017 by brett Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wingnut1989 165 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 we have enough 2nd and 3rd pair Dmen...we dont need anymore Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BringBack19 110 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 (edited) 32 minutes ago, brett said: omg im not racist but if we get daley im done maybe giradi for CHEAP who knows he made that kind of money for some reason maybe just needs a change of scenery Why would that make you a racist? He just isn't very good at hockey. Neither is Girardi so we should stay away from both... Edited June 28, 2017 by BringBack19 1 krsmith17 reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DickieDunn 2,571 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 Been hearing reports that Detroit is interested in guys like Hainsey and Giradi. My ******* god, please no. I hope these reports are all untrue about which D men we're looking at. Just seem all awful decisions to be making and a bunch of guys in the decline that will certainly be overpaid. I really, really hope these rumours aren't true but if they are.... Holland seriously needs to go.They respeck da processSent from my LGLS676 using Tapatalk Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Datsyukian-Deke 722 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 Read that the Wings want a veteran defenseman to bridge the gap between our 9 defense draft picks the last 2 years and when they can play. I'd rather just tank for those years than get stuck with another bad contract. No to Daley or any of those guys unless it's 1-2 years. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ChristopherReevesLegs 7,022 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 47 minutes ago, brett said: omg im not racist but if we get daley im done maybe giradi for CHEAP who knows he made that kind of money for some reason maybe just needs a change of scenery Congratulations. Youre a racist. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Detroit # 1 Fan 2,204 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 I couldn't believe those reports the Wings were in on all those dirt defenceman. Hopefully they all price themselves out of our price range. Vanek coming back short term, I could live with. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
joesuffP 1,746 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 I don't think Holland is dumb enough to offer more than 2 years on those vet defenders Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
xault 272 Report post Posted June 28, 2017 1 hour ago, brett said: omg im not racist but if we get daley im done maybe giradi for CHEAP who knows he made that kind of money for some reason maybe just needs a change of scenery About the dumbest thing I've ever seen posted here... 1 joesuffP reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites