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The Rangers parted with three roster players in this deal.

Cleary Sammy and White

I'll agree Ericsson has improved, but I don't think he is a top two D man!  He still turns the puck over too frequently, generally doesn't think the game all that well, and doesn't use his big body effectively in most situations.  And when you think about it, this is his sixth season playing with the big club!  I expect more from him for the salary he is paid and for the years of experience he has!  He has developed too slowly, and in my opinion, the Wings should look at trading him while they still might get something for him, rather than letting him walk as a free agent!

His first full season was 09/10 prior to that he played 8 games in 07/08 and 19 games in 08/09.  He was drafted 291st the last player drafted in '02 which was the year he switched from center position to defense.

I'd say he has done quite well.

Looking at the replays I don't know how anyone could believe it was a legal hit.

If any player hit ANY Red Wing with that same hit we would want his head along with at least 5 games.

 

Who is blaming this game on Howard?

I don't think anyone was but I guess you're not suppose  critique his game unless you want a beat down.

And wow did we miss Danny D or what? 3 gimmie goals right in front of the crease. If Big Rig isn't out there we've got no one willing to knock people on their ass.

It's difficult to watch players stand in front of our goal unmolested. We have a bunch of sissy players.