Hey Hey Hockeytown

[iamredbeard]

Ok, some ground rules

1) If you don't know what Hockeytown is, go away, your not wanted here until you pass Hockey 101.

2) abusive talk about Hockeytown will not be tolerated. Fans of Hockeytown don't fight fair. :D

[super cool ski instructor]

redbeard is my hero!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

...and Stevie Y...we will miss you always :(

[iamredbeard]

I am so looking forward to the season starting. First game is Thurday. I want to see how the team works together with new faces, and all. There are bound to be some unfamilar lines. The seven Swedes are back. We not a Swedish goaltender. :D

Also I can't wait to see the retirement ceremony for Stevie Y number. FSN better make an event out of it. It will be crazy.

[super cool ski instructor]

I am so looking forward to the season starting. First game is Thurday. I want to see how the team works together with new faces, and all. There are bound to be some unfamilar lines. The seven Swedes are back. We not a Swedish goaltender. :D

Also I can't wait to see the retirement ceremony for Stevie Y number. FSN better make an event out of it. It will be crazy.
As much as I want ot see the retirement ceremony...I don't know if I can keep it together...you have no idea about the love I have for that man!!!! He is the reason I started to watch hockey in the first place.

[iamredbeard]

redbeard is my hero!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

...and Stevie Y...we will miss you always :(


Thank you, your swell to.


Stevie Y, isn't going anywhere. He couldn't play forever but as a VP he will always be around, no need to miss him and seeing his number hand from the rafters will always be a reminder of what he has done for Detroit and Detroit's appreciation for him.

[super cool ski instructor]

Thank you, your swell to.


Stevie Y, isn't going anywhere. He couldn't play forever but as a VP he will always be around, no need to miss him and seeing his number hand from the rafters will always be a reminder of what he has done for Detroit and Detroit's appreciation for him.
True...but I have never seen hockey without Stevie!!!! He has always been there!!

[iamredbeard]

As much as I want ot see the retirement ceremony...I don't know if I can keep it together...you have no idea about the love I have for that man!!!! He is the reason I started to watch hockey in the first place.


I started listening to Hockey on WJR when he got drafted. I had no idea baout Hockey. It took me a while to understand the rules. It wasn't on TV much then. My Dad took me to some minor league games in Windsor (they were really cheap) and took me to one game at Joe. I hope FSN shows the whole thing. He is loved in Detroit more than any other athlete. There was a time when most thought that no one could be more loved than Al Kaline, but that thought has long sence passed. You should have seen me where there were the trade rummors reguarding him. I was a basketcase. I kept saying that they better not trade him. He basically brought hockey back in Detroit, sure it was here, but we had been losing for so long that no body seemed to care. Notice that ever since the trade rumors passed, he always had a no trade clause in his contract.

[super cool ski instructor]

I started listening to Hockey on WJR when he got drafted. I had no idea baout Hockey. It took me a while to understand the rules. It wasn't on TV much then. My Dad took me to some minor league games in Windsor (they were really cheap) and took me to one game at Joe. I hope FSN shows the whole thing. He is loved in Detroit more than any other athlete. There was a time when most thought that no one could be more loved than Al Kaline, but that thought has long sence passed. You should have seen me where there were the trade rummors reguarding him. I was a basketcase. I kept saying that they better not trade him. He basically brought hockey back in Detroit, sure it was here, but we had been losing for so long that no body seemed to care. Notice that ever since the trade rumors passed, he always had a no trade clause in his contract.
Yes I noticed that lol!!!

Now as much as it will pain me to say this becasue I love Maltby, but if he doesn't step it up this season...it might be time for him to go. What do you think?

[iamredbeard]

Yes I noticed that lol!!!

Now as much as it will pain me to say this becasue I love Maltby, but if he doesn't step it up this season...it might be time for him to go. What do you think?


I disagree. He more of a grinder than a scorer, plus he is crucial to our penalty kill unit. I don't think that Draper would have had that brakout season he did a few years ago without Maltby. He doesn't put up the stats, but he's crucial to the line that he and Draper are on. Of course there are salary cap issues and it might come to the point where the money spent on him could be better used.

[super cool ski instructor]

I disagree. He more of a grinder than a scorer, plus he is crucial to our penalty kill unit. I don't think that Draper would have had that brakout season he did a few years ago without Maltby. He doesn't put up the stats, but he's crucial to the line that he and Draper are on. Of course there are salary cap issues and it might come to the point where the money spent on him could be better used.
agreed...as much as it pains me to say anything bad about him!!

[iamredbeard]

agreed...as much as it pains me to say anything bad about him!!


I say the way that he and Draper kill penalties is enough of a reason to keep him around.

[iamredbeard]

My sister is so evil :evil: She lives just outside of DC and know someone with season tickets near the blue line (3 rows back) so she buys the tickets from him whenever the wings are in town. After the Capitals trade Lang to Detroit for a couple of minor league prospects we went out and order a Lang Red Wing Sweater to were to the Wings-Caps games, usually two games a year are there. :)) :)) :)) :dance: :dance: :dance:

[super cool ski instructor]

I say the way that he and Draper kill penalties is enough of a reason to keep him around.
yeah but you are getting alot of younger players who can do both, kill penalties and score. That doesn't bode too well for Malts!

[super cool ski instructor]

My sister is so evil :evil: She lives just outside of DC and know someone with season tickets near the blue line (3 rows back) so she buys the tickets from him whenever the wings are in town. After the Capitals trade Lang to Detroit for a couple of minor league prospects we went out and order a Lang Red Wing Sweater to were to the Wings-Caps games, usually two games a year are there. :)) :)) :)) :dance: :dance: :dance:
:)) :))

[iamredbeard]

yeah but you are getting alot of younger players who can do both, kill penalties and score. That doesn't bode too well for Malts!


Well last season, most analysts, incluing Barry Melrose and that Matby and Draper when play together on the penalty kill are the best there is right now and possibly the best in the last decade. Plus he's a great line mate for Draper. I don't seem him going any where. Of course I have said that again and again with the Wings and been wrong.

[super cool ski instructor]

Well last season, most analysts, incluing Barry Melrose and that Matby and Draper when play together on the penalty kill are the best there is right now and possibly the best in the last decade. Plus he's a great line mate for Draper. I don't seem him going any where. Of course I have said that again and again with the Wings and been wrong.
LOL!!! I have learned to never make predictions when it comes to the Wings! I swore up and down that they would never get rid of Aaron Ward...and now look :))

[iamredbeard]

yeah but you are getting alot of younger players who can do both, kill penalties and score. That doesn't bode too well for Malts!


It's also woth mentioning that the Wings don't need more up and coming scores. We are solid in the department. We need more grinders and defensive minded offensive players. That what wins games in the playoffs. The lack of grinding and checking by our offensive players is why we usually exit earlier than we should.

[iamredbeard]

LOL!!! I have learned to never make predictions when it comes to the Wings! I swore up and down that they would never get rid of Aaron Ward...and now look :))


I never said that about Ward, but I did say that about Cicerelli, and McCarty. I also was shocked to see Larinov play his final year outside of Detroit.

[iamredbeard]

I hope Yzerman plays in the alumni game.

[noose4]

let's go islanders!!!!


gordie howe should make a comeback!!!

[super cool ski instructor]

let's go islanders!!!!


gordie howe should make a comeback!!!
:evil: If you want to talk about the Islanders create your own thread!! :razz:

[iamredbeard]

let's go islanders!!!!


gordie howe should make a comeback!!!


Read the rules of the thread.

[super cool ski instructor]

These people just don't know how to read do they??? :razz:

[rosiegirl]

can i play?

[super cool ski instructor]

can i play?
Do you know what Hockeytown is?

[rosiegirl]

no:((

[super cool ski instructor]

no:((
Google it rosie :razz:

[rosiegirl]

Will do.

We don't have a hockey team in this city.

Not sure why - there's a huge interest in hockey from alot of people I know here......

[super cool ski instructor]

Will do.

We don't have a hockey team in this city.

Not sure why - there's a huge interest in hockey from alot of people I know here......
well whatever you do...don't root for Columbus!!!!

[rosiegirl]

I only root for the Buckeye's in Columbus.

[super cool ski instructor]

I only root for the Buckeye's in Columbus.
okay...that is forgivable...sort of.....

[rosiegirl]

:hand: now, now

[iamredbeard]

These people just don't know how to read do they??? :razz:


Trouble makers, a good body check will keep them in line.

[iamredbeard]

Will do.

We don't have a hockey team in this city.

Not sure why - there's a huge interest in hockey from alot of people I know here......


Maybe the Columbus franchise can move to Cincinnati, then we can beat up all you all year long. :D

[super cool ski instructor]

Trouble makers, a good body check will keep them in line.
And you can give it to em' red!!! :))

[chichimama]

puck

[iamredbeard]

Remember when Igor use to say "Hey Hey Hockeytown" in his heavy Russian accent.

[super cool ski instructor]

Remember when Igor use to say "Hey Hey Hockeytown" in his heavy Russian accent.
Loved it!!!!!!!

[iamredbeard]

I've had this bookmarked for years.


http://members.tripod.com/~ladyredwings/creed.html

[snagswolf]

*taps his stick on the ice for Stevie Y*

Took over the captaincy of the Red Wings when he was 21 and held the position for almost two decades. Amazing.

Great player. The sport will miss him.

[tocsinia]

We don't get cable, but I try to stay in touch.
(After we waited in line 2 1/2 hours to see the Cup. My toddler touched it!!!I got a picture :) and the security guards went nuts.) A few years later, we planned our family vacation to see them rout the Blues. Way awesome! How did they get so many hockey greats on one team....
Anyway, I thought we heard a rumor that they traded Shanahan....that could not be possible.....could it?

[super cool ski instructor]

I've had this bookmarked for years.


http://members.tripod.com/~ladyredwings/creed.html
Thanks for posting that red!! I have never seen it before, and I relate to it!!

[super cool ski instructor]

We don't get cable, but I try to stay in touch.
(After we waited in line 2 1/2 hours to see the Cup. My toddler touched it!!!I got a picture :) and the security guards went nuts.) A few years later, we planned our family vacation to see them rout the Blues. Way awesome! How did they get so many hockey greats on one team....
Anyway, I thought we heard a rumor that they traded Shanahan....that could not be possible.....could it?
Where are you from?

[iamredbeard]

We don't get cable, but I try to stay in touch.
(After we waited in line 2 1/2 hours to see the Cup. My toddler touched it!!!I got a picture :) and the security guards went nuts.) A few years later, we planned our family vacation to see them rout the Blues. Way awesome! How did they get so many hockey greats on one team....
Anyway, I thought we heard a rumor that they traded Shanahan....that could not be possible.....could it?


They didn't trade him, he decided not to renew his contract. When Yzerman retired he thought it best for him to move on and pass the torch to the younger players on the team.

[tocsinia]

So, did he retire? or trade?
Man. I'm getting old. Now I'm reminiscing about good old hockey days, like my dad talks about Gordie Howe........

[iamredbeard]

We don't get cable, but I try to stay in touch.
(After we waited in line 2 1/2 hours to see the Cup. My toddler touched it!!!I got a picture :) and the security guards went nuts.) A few years later, we planned our family vacation to see them rout the Blues. Way awesome! How did they get so many hockey greats on one team....
Anyway, I thought we heard a rumor that they traded Shanahan....that could not be possible.....could it?


They had so many greats on the team cause Illitch wasn't afraid to open us his checkbook unlike other owners. Also because it's a great Hockey city and one of the so called "original six" is also a big draw for players. With the salary cap that will change somewhat, we won't have as many great players, but we will still be very competitve and one of the elite teams in the league for many years to come. Also we have a great farm system. As the olders ones move on or retire there is plenty of young blood to step in.

[tocsinia]

Where are you from?

Basically the midwest. But I met the dh in MIs Upper Penninsula after a, sorry, hockey game. My dad and his family and hubby and his family are from Michigan. Now we live in Iowa.

[super cool ski instructor]

Basically the midwest. But I met the dh in MIs Upper Penninsula after a, sorry, hockey game. My dad and his family and hubby and his family are from Michigan. Now we live in Iowa.
So the dh is a Yooper huh?

[tocsinia]

So the dh is a Yooper huh?


Actually the dad. The dh is a Techie, who came from Lapeer.

[iamredbeard]

So, did he retire? or trade?
Man. I'm getting old. Now I'm reminiscing about good old hockey days, like my dad talks about Gordie Howe........


Here's a link to story several months ago about him leaving Hockeytown. :(

http://sports.espn.go.com/espn/wire?section=nhl&id=2514424

[tocsinia]

I must add, on this official hockey thread, that watching the Tigers plow their way through the year, it was again a frustration to see them finish with a loss. Maybe that's out of their systems now and they can bring a bit of glory to the ball park. (We saw them in 84, the last time they won the Series...)

[super cool ski instructor]

I must add, on this official hockey thread. The watching the Tigers plow their way through the year, it was again a frustration to see them finish with a loss. Maybe that's out of their systems now and they can bring a bit of glory to the ball park. (We saw them in 84, the last time they won the Series...)
You must pay a visit to the Tigers thread!!!!!

[tocsinia]

Thanks guys.
This is refreshing. I find myself sighing a bit......
I'll go check out the link. Maybe even send it to the dear men in my life.

[tocsinia]

You must pay a visit to the Tigers thread!!!!!



Usually, I'm on some kind of political tear or another....too busy to stop and look for the Zamboni. lol:

[tocsinia]

so, who did they get to guard the net?
I know that they have an NHL site, but this is so much more fun :)

[iamredbeard]

Usually, I'm on some kind of political tear or another....too busy to stop and look for the Zamboni. lol:


I WANNA DRIVE THE ZAMBONI
The Zambonis


Well I went down to my local arena.
I asked to see the manager man.
He came from his office and said, "Son can I help you?"
I looked at him and said, "Yes you can."

'Cause I wanna drive the zamboni.
I wanna drive the zamboni.
(Yes I do.)

Since I was young it's been my dream
to drive that there zamboni machine.
I'd get that ice just as slick as could be,
and all the kids would look up to me.

'Cause I wanna drive the zamboni.
I wanna drive the zamboni.
(Yes I do.)

The manager said, "Son, I know it looks keen,
but that right there is one expensive machine.
And we've got Smokey who's been driving for years."
About that time, I broke down in tears.

'Cause I wanna drive the zamboni.
I wanna drive the zamboni.
'Cause I wanna drive the zamboni.
I wanna drive the zamboni.
(Yes I do.)

(Contributed by Andy & Mogg - July 2003)



http://lyricsplayground.com/alpha/songs/i/iwannadrivethezamboni.shtml

[super cool ski instructor]

so, who did they get to guard the net?
I know that they have an NHL site, but this is so much more fun :)
Hasek :sick:

[tocsinia]

OOOOOH! That's so cool. I sing as loud as I can at the minor league games here. The guys are all about 16 or 17 and actually play quite well. One of them last year signed to play goal at Tech, but Tech needs a bit more than that.......
Thanks for the CORRECT lyrics...

[iamredbeard]

so, who did they get to guard the net?
I know that they have an NHL site, but this is so much more fun :)


It's kinda up for grabs. Hasek and Osgood are back. Legace is gone, which is a shame cause I liked him. Then there is Joey MacDonald who is a minor league prospect who did really well last year in Grand Rapids. For now he is on the roster, they don't want to send him back to Grand Rapids cause that would mean that he would have to clear waivers and they think some other team would pick him up.

[tocsinia]

I took the time to sing it!!!! Feeling ok now.
Dad tells of when they had to "make the'r own rink", darn it! Then they had to shovel off all the snow for the scrimmages. Of course, there are no line changes in the neighborhood, so you play with whatever you broke!!!
The Techie of mine tells of punching holes in a keg, after it's empty of course, and refilled with water, to resurface the college ice......ah memories

[iamredbeard]

OOOOOH! That's so cool. I sing as loud as I can at the minor league games here. The guys are all about 16 or 17 and actually play quite well. One of them last year signed to play goal at Tech, but Tech needs a bit more than that.......
Thanks for the CORRECT lyrics...


Minor league games are a blast. I actually bought season tickets one year.

[tocsinia]

Well, I like Osgood. Hasek isn't getting younger either..
I'll check back in later. I need to do something to earn my keep here.... Thanks for the cyber trip to Hockeytown.
.....tapping stick in salute

[iamredbeard]

Hockey season starts tomorrow. :dance: :dance: :dance:

[super cool ski instructor]

Hockey season starts tomorrow. :dance: :dance: :dance:
Can't wait!!!!!

[ALBOB2]

Got my dish all set up. NHL Center Ice package has been bought and paid for.




Goooooooo FLYERS!!!:dance:


In deference to the thread title; Scotty Bowman was a god among hockey men.

[super cool ski instructor]

Got my dish all set up. NHL Center Ice package has been bought and paid for.




Goooooooo FLYERS!!!:dance:


In deference to the thread title; Scotty Bowman was a god among hockey men.
Flyers??? :evil:

[ALBOB2]

Flyers??? :evil:

Hey, you and I have had this discussion before. It's my one weakness, deal with it.:snooty:

[super cool ski instructor]

Hey, you and I have had this discussion before. It's my one weakness, deal with it.:snooty:
Just as long as you realize that when I am doing my stripper pole dance...the Wings will be on!!!

[ALBOB2]

Just as long as you realize that when I am doing my stripper pole dance...the Wings will be on!!!

Baby, at that point I won't care if you've got I Love Lucy on.;)



(Besides, my T.V. has picture-in-picture. I'll still be able to watch the Flyers.:twisted: )

[super cool ski instructor]

Baby, at that point I won't care if you've got I Love Lucy on.;)



(Besides, my T.V. has picture-in-picture. I'll still be able to watch the Flyers.:twisted: )
trust me...no you won't :twisted:

[PhilRocksinOHIO.]

GO RED WINGS!!! My only real concern is with the goalkeeping...does Hasek still have anything left? We shall see.

[iamredbeard]

GO RED WINGS!!! My only real concern is with the goalkeeping...does Hasek still have anything left? We shall see.


Cool, after are much heated talking in the College Football Thread we have foudn some common ground. :D

[PhilRocksinOHIO.]

Cool, after are much heated talking in the College Football Thread we have foudn some common ground. :D I have in-laws who live in St.Clair Shores and it was my niece in fact who turned me on to the Red Wings back in 1994...before that I was a hockey fan without a team to call my own..I almost chose the Penguins,but my other relatives who live in the Pittsburgh are Steeler fans,so for me it wouldn't be a smart choice since I am a Browns fan.I made the best choice with the Red Wings. :D I'm looking forward to this coming season.

Besides Hasek,did they add any other free agents?

[iamredbeard]

I have in-laws who live in St.Clair Shores and it was my niece in fact who turned me on to the Red Wings back in 1994...before that I was a hockey fan without a team to call my own..I almost chose the Penguins,but my other relatives who live in the Pittsburgh are Steeler fans,so for me it wouldn't be a smart choice since I am a Browns fan.I made the best choice with the Red Wings. :D I'm looking forward to this coming season.

Besides Hasek,did they add any other free agents?


I am not familar with all the moves. They want to play some of their young talent who has been shinning in Grand Rapids. They also brough Deveaux back.

[iamredbeard]

Red Wings season starts tonight vs Vancover at 7pm EST.

[super cool ski instructor]

Red Wings season starts tonight vs Vancover at 7pm EST.
I am ready!!!!

[iamredbeard]

I am ready!!!!


I've been ready for months.

[super cool ski instructor]

I've been ready for months.
Got my Yzerman jersy all ready!!!

[iamredbeard]

Tonight a new chapter begins. Stevie Y upstairs and not on the ice. I have mixed feelings about this. I am glad that he's the VP and that he retired, he's knees are in abd shape and I don't want tsee him become one of those players thats hangs on to long. Having said that it won't be the same with having the old captain on the ice.

[super cool ski instructor]

Tonight a new chapter begins. Stevie Y upstairs and not on the ice. I have mixed feelings about this. I am glad that he's the VP and that he retired, he's knees are in abd shape and I don't want tsee him become one of those players thats hangs on to long. Having said that it won't be the same with having the old captain on the ice.
I'm thinking maybe he should fill Chelli in on when would be a good time to retire! I think this should be it for him.

[iamredbeard]

Got my Yzerman jersy all ready!!!


In Hockey they are called sweaters, but I am sure you already knew that.


I don't wear the Sweaters this early, still to warm, and I got hot really easy and need to stay cool.

[iamredbeard]

I'm thinking maybe he should fill Chelli in on when would be a good time to retire! I think this should be it for him.


Agrred.

[iamredbeard]

I'm thinking maybe he should fill Chelli in on when would be a good time to retire! I think this should be it for him.


Speaking of him, I remember last year when he was trying to tell people to stay away from "HockeyTown Cafe" and go to "Cheli's Chili Bar" instead.


:)) :)) :))

[super cool ski instructor]

Speaking of him, I remember last year when he was trying to tell people to stay away from "HockeyTown Cafe" and go to "Cheli's Chili Bar" instead.


:)) :)) :))
yeah...I just went to Chelli's...not really impresses with it...


And YES I know they are called sweaters in hockey...LOL!!!

[PhilRocksinOHIO.]

Tonight a new chapter begins. Stevie Y upstairs and not on the ice. I have mixed feelings about this. I am glad that he's the VP and that he retired, he's knees are in abd shape and I don't want tsee him become one of those players thats hangs on to long. Having said that it won't be the same with having the old captain on the ice. I hope he doesn't consider pulling a Mario Lemieux and un-retiring in mid season or even a year or two from now....he has nothing left to prove.

[super cool ski instructor]

I hope he doesn't consider pulling a Mario Lemieux and un-retiring in mid season or even a year or two from now....he has nothing left to prove.
I definetly do not see that happening!!!!!

[iamredbeard]

I hope he doesn't consider pulling a Mario Lemieux and un-retiring in mid season or even a year or two from now....he has nothing left to prove.


That's not going to happen. This decision has been coming for several years. He keeps signing one year contracts and after the year is over he wrestling with the decision whether to retire or not. He will not come back to playing on the ice.

[iamredbeard]

It's also worth mention that Steve Y spent a lot of time last season on the third line with Draper and Maltby. Why would one of the greatest players ever come back to play on the third line, it might even be the 4th line.

I hope he takes the ice in the alumni game though.

[ALBOB2]

I hope he doesn't consider pulling a Mario Lemieux and un-retiring in mid season or even a year or two from now....he has nothing left to prove.

That would absolutely never happen. Stevie Y has proved everything there was to prove and he left under his own terms. You couldn't ask for anything more. Mario's was a different case; illnesses forced him into retirement WAY too early. He came back for a couple of reasons; the team needed his leadership and skill. He also wanted to finish what he'd started, a hugely successful hockey career. Both men went out the same way the played, with style and grace. Bravo to them.:clap:

[super cool ski instructor]

That would absolutely never happen. Stevie Y has proved everything there was to prove and he left under his own terms. You couldn't ask for anything more. Mario's was a different case; illnesses forced him into retirement WAY too early. He came back for a couple of reasons; the team needed his leadership and skill. He also wanted to finish what he'd started, a hugely successful hockey career. Both men went out the same way the played, with style and grace. Bravo to them.:clap:
very nice post ALBOB!!!!

[ALBOB2]

very nice post ALBOB!!!!

The only sad part of the story is that they didn't play for the FLYERS:frown:

[super cool ski instructor]

The only sad part of the story is that they didn't play for the FLYERS:frown:
Awww but you guys had that class act Eric Lindros :))

[ALBOB2]

Awww but you guys had that class act Eric Lindros :))

Looks like your spelling is as bad as mine. It's not "class act", it's "ass crack".:evil:

I actually have a golie stick signed by the entire '97 Flyers team. I've been tempted on more than one occasion to black out his name. And oh look, a decade too late we got the person we SHOULD have kept in the first place, Peter Forsberg. :evil:

[super cool ski instructor]

Looks like your spelling is as bad as mine. It's not "class act", it's "ass crack".:evil:

I actually have a golie stick signed by the entire '97 Flyers team. I've been tempted on more than one occasion to black out his name. And oh look, a decade too late we got the person we SHOULD have kept in the first place, Peter Forsberg. :evil:
Better late than never huh!!! Just hope he isn't past his prime...

[ALBOB2]

Better late than never huh!!! Just hope he isn't past his prime...

He does GREAT......................when he's actually on the ice. Keeping him there takes eight doctors, three nurses and a truck load of medication.

They should hire me. I only need one physical therapist. A very well endowed physical therapist, but only one.:))

(And even though I shouldn't NEED to specify, I will; the therapist must be FEMALE.:naughty: )

[super cool ski instructor]

He does GREAT......................when he's actually on the ice. Keeping him there takes eight doctors, three nurses and a truck load of medication.

They should hire me. I only need one physical therapist. A very well endowed physical therapist, but only one.:))

(And even though I shouldn't NEED to specify, I will; the therapist must be FEMALE.:naughty: )
Damn...I had like 7 jokes on the tip of my tongue :lol:

[ALBOB2]

Damn...I had like 7 jokes on the tip of my tongue :lol:

That's fair, when you say things like "tip of my tongue" I think of jokes too.:))

[super cool ski instructor]

That's fair, when you say things like "tip of my tongue" I think of jokes too.:))
it's all a joke until you see what I can do with the tip of my tongue ;)

[ALBOB2]

it's all a joke until you see what I can do with the tip of my tongue ;)

:eek:

[super cool ski instructor]

:eek:
:))

[iamredbeard]

I just wanted to say





Hey Hey Hockeytown

[super cool ski instructor]

Watching them announce Lidstrom right now!!!

[iamredbeard]

Ok, lost my breath we Stevie Y came out to ceremonious drop the puck. Two things came to mind. That C just don't look right on a Red Wings Sweater that is a number ofther than 19. First, It will juist be something that I and the rest of Hockeytown will have to get use to. Second, The Vancover captain wears #19 and perhaps the greatest player ever to wear #19 for any hockey team droped the puck.

Looks like when we play in Vancover, we still ahve home ice advantage. :D

[super cool ski instructor]

Ok, lost my breath we Stevie Y came out to ceremonious drop the puck. Two things came to mind. That C just don't look right on a Red Wings Sweater that is a number ofther than 19. First, It will juist be something that I and the rest of Hockeytown will have to get use to. Second, The Vancover captain wears #19 and perhaps the greatest player ever to wear #19 for any hockey team droped the puck.

Looks like when we play in Vancover, we still ahve home ice advantage. :D
Wow...I didn't even notice that the other captain was wearing 19. You are a heck of alot more aware than me!!

And I agree, it will take some getting used to...but really, nobody deserves that C more!!

[iamredbeard]

In the first period they look kinda rusty, especially in the power play.

[iamredbeard]

Former Red Wing, Brendan Shanahan scored his 600th goal tonight.

[XXL Frank]

It is so wierd not seeing #19 out there.

[super cool ski instructor]

Thay are definetly going to have to start playing better than that!!!!

[PhilRocksinOHIO.]

Thay are definetly going to have to start playing better than that!!!! They'll be all right...don't worry.

[ALBOB2]

Hey, what's all this happy talk? You should all be speaking in hushed mournful tones. The Flyers got CRUSHED by the Pens. There is NO joy in hockeydom.:evil:

[super cool ski instructor]

Hey, what's all this happy talk? You should all be speaking in hushed mournful tones. The Flyers got CRUSHED by the Pens. There is NO joy in hockeydom.:evil:
Oh ALBOB, I am so sorry...... :liar:

[iamredbeard]

Thay are definetly going to have to start playing better than that!!!!


I know that didn't play very agressive, and their power play was pathetic. They just didn't very many shots on goal. Whatever happened to "crashing the net" or doing "one timers".

[super cool ski instructor]

Bab**** didn't seem too thrilled last night!

[iamredbeard]

Bab**** didn't seem too thrilled last night!


ha ha, you got censored. :)) :)) :))

[super cool ski instructor]

ha ha, you got censored. :)) :)) :))
:)) :)) man...and this time I wasn't intending too :)) :))

[ALBOB2]

Oh ALBOB, I am so sorry...... :liar:

Somebody should come over and comfort me in my time of need.:whistle:

[super cool ski instructor]

Somebody should come over and comfort me in my time of need.:whistle:
hmm...where is that tater when ya need him....;)

[ALBOB2]

hmm...where is that tater when ya need him....;)

I KNEW you were going to go there.:wall: Ya' know, it's a damn good thing you've got physical beauty, because sometimes you can be just mean.:((

[super cool ski instructor]

I KNEW you were going to go there.:wall: Ya' know, it's a damn good thing you've got physical beauty, because sometimes you can be just mean.:((
awww there there babe....come and let me give you a hug...:hug:

I know it can get lonely without him...

[ALBOB2]

awww there there babe....come and let me give you a hug...:hug:


Niiiiice.:mrgreen:

I know it can get lonely without him...

NOT nice.:frown:

[super cool ski instructor]

Niiiiice.:mrgreen:



NOT nice.:frown:
:)) you know I love ya babe!!!!!

[iamredbeard]

awww there there babe....come and let me give you a hug...:hug:

I know it can get lonely without him...


No hugs in this thread, only friendly body checks. :D

[ALBOB2]

No hugs in this thread, only friendly body checks. :D

Now THAT'S my kind of thread.:clap:

[iamredbeard]

I was just looking at the Red Wings Alumni Association page and Yzerman isn't on the Aluni roster, whats up with that?

http://www.redwingalumni.com/roster_detroit_red_wings_alumni_association.html

[iamredbeard]

I was just looking at the Red Wings Alumni Association page and Yzerman isn't on the Aluni roster, whats up with that?

http://www.redwingalumni.com/roster_detroit_red_wings_alumni_association.html


Bump for SCSI.

[super cool ski instructor]

They might be a little slow to add him. I would check again in a couple of weeks.

[iamredbeard]

ok, I will, then again maybe he is to busy with a VP and all, but hey if they Wings announcer (Mickey Redmond) is on the team why can't Stevie also be.

[super cool ski instructor]

ok, I will, then again maybe he is to busy with a VP and all, but hey if they Wings announcer (Mickey Redmond) is on the team why can't Stevie also be.
True!! Although maybe he is just going to take the year off from playing and concentrate on learning the ropes of his new position.

[iamredbeard]

During tonights game I heard that some of the Red Wings will be going to tomorrows Tiger game.

[super cool ski instructor]

During tonights game I heard that some of the Red Wings will be going to tomorrows Tiger game.
Wouldn't you?? :D

[iamredbeard]

Bump cause we can't forget about Hockeytown during this Pennant madness.

[super cool ski instructor]

Bump cause we can't forget about Hockeytown during this Pennant madness.

I know!!! and the Pistons too!!!!

[iamredbeard]

Well theres not a Pistons thread going on right now.

I am worried about the boys this year. We let Darko go cause we needed cap space to resign Big Ben and then we he signed with someone else. :(

[super cool ski instructor]

Well theres not a Pistons thread going on right now.

I am worried about the boys this year. We let Darko go cause we needed cap space to resign Big Ben and then we he signed with someone else. :(
We will be better without Ben!!!

[iamredbeard]

We will be better without Ben!!!


I hope so. Rasheed will probally do ok at Center, McDyess will then become a starter. I think our bench is weak expecially up front, the bachcourt bench looks ok. Maybe Jason Maxiell will step up. When we drafted him I kept hearing that he can playing stingy Ben Wallace type defence, but I didn't see much out of him last year. I am still optimistic. I have no doubts that we will win our division. I think it will come down to us and Miami again the Conference finals, I think we still need another piece or two to win another champiosnhsip, though.

[super cool ski instructor]

I hope so. Rasheed will probally do ok at Center, McDyess will then become a starter. I think our bench is weak expecially up front, the bachcourt bench looks ok. Maybe Jason Maxiell will step up. When we drafted him I kept hearing that he can playing stingy Ben Wallace type defence, but I didn't see much out of him last year. I am still optimistic. I have no doubts that we will win our division. I think it will come down to us and Miami again the Conference finals, I think we still need another piece or two to win another champiosnhsip, though.
hmmm....at least you are optimistc about this team!! :cool:

[iamredbeard]

hmmm....at least you are optimistc about this team!! :cool:


Well unlike the Tigers (before this year) and the Lions. they actually have had success winning in recent history.

[super cool ski instructor]

Well unlike the Tigers (before this year) and the Lions. they actually have had success winning in recent history.
You have to be positve about all of our teams all of the time...otherwise you might just stick your foot in your mouth (like you did this year with the Tigers)

[iamredbeard]

You have to be positve about all of our teams all of the time...otherwise you might just stick your foot in your mouth (like you did this year with the Tigers)


So should I have the Lions were playoff bound before the season started?

[super cool ski instructor]

So should I have the Lions were playoff bound before the season started?
no, no, no....but you should always think positive!!!!

[iamredbeard]

no, no, no....but you should always think positive!!!!


I try to be positive, but sometimes its rather hard. Every week in the NFL predictions thread in the general interests forum. I also say that I am hopeful that the Lions will win.

[super cool ski instructor]

I try to be positive, but sometimes its rather hard. Every week in the NFL predictions thread in the general interests forum. I also say that I am hopeful that the Lions will win.
well okay...I guess you can have a cheerleader's uniform and join me on the squad!!!

[iamredbeard]

Wings actually pull one out. :clap: :clap: :clap:

[super cool ski instructor]

Go Wings :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:

[mdk190]

Let's Go Pens! Give it another year or so and you folks will see the Stanley Cup come back to Pittsburgh.

[super cool ski instructor]

Let's Go Pens! Give it another year or so and you folks will see the Stanley Cup come back to Pittsburgh.
Whatever helps you slepp at night....:razz:

[iamredbeard]

Let's Go Pens! Give it another year or so and you folks will see the Stanley Cup come back to Pittsburgh.


They are a team of the future, they have some really good young talent, but I think it will take more than a couple of years, but I wouldn't be surprised to see them be a contender in like 5 years or so.

[iamredbeard]

Shameless bump to show off my new signature. :D

[super cool ski instructor]

Nice sig red!!!!!!!! :razz:

[iamredbeard]

Nice sig red!!!!!!!! :razz:


Thank you, had to change it now that baseball season was over and this seemed like the logical choice.

[ALBOB2]

well okay...I guess you can have a cheerleader's uniform and join me on the squad!!!

PICTURES!!! We want PIIIIIIICTUUUUUURES!!!!!:wall:

[super cool ski instructor]

PICTURES!!! We want PIIIIIIICTUUUUUURES!!!!!:wall:
of you in a cheerleaders uniform?

[iamredbeard]

There are no cheeleaders in Hockey.

[super cool ski instructor]

Yay for the new title!!!!!!!

[iamredbeard]

Yay for the new title!!!!!!!


I requested that it be changed. Watching Saturday's game and those "Little Cesear" commericals made me realize that I wish I had named the title differently. Thank you moderators.

[ALBOB2]

of you in a cheerleaders uniform?

OK Blondie, I meant of YOU in the cheerleader outfit.:evil:

[super cool ski instructor]

OK Blondie, I meant of YOU in the cheerleader outfit.:evil:
tell ya what...I'll show you pics of me in a Cheerleader uniform, if you show me pics of you in a cheerleader uniform...okay!!! :cool:

[ALBOB2]

tell ya what...I'll show you pics of me in a Cheerleader uniform, if you show me pics of you in a cheerleader uniform...okay!!! :cool:

You heard it folks, SCSI wants me to get into her pants.:twisted: :whistle:

[super cool ski instructor]

You heard it folks, SCSI wants me to get into her pants.:twisted: :whistle:
:)) they already know this AL!!!!!!

[ALBOB2]

:)) they already know this AL!!!!!!

I know. I just enjoy the affirmation.:mrgreen:

[super cool ski instructor]

I know. I just enjoy the affirmation.:mrgreen:
I got all the affirmation you want right here baby :razz:

[ALBOB2]

I got all the affirmation you want right here baby :razz:

Which brings us right back to where we began..................PICTURES!!! We want PIIIIIICTUUUUUURES!!!!!:twisted:

[super cool ski instructor]

Which brings us right back to where we began..................PICTURES!!! We want PIIIIIICTUUUUUURES!!!!!:twisted:
you got all the pictures you're going to get

[ALBOB2]

you got all the pictures you're going to get

:((

[iamredbeard]

Let's mark February 12th on our calendars.

[Z_only1]

Let's mark February 12th on our calendars.

http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/scores/?date=2/12/2007

Flyers haven't made the transition to the new style of play,too slow. There going to have a difficult time this year.

Craig Berube(enforcer) is one of the new asst behind the bench in Philly.

[iamredbeard]

http://www.tsn.ca/nhl/scores/?date=2/12/2007

Flyers haven't made the transition to the new style of play,too slow. There going to have a difficult time this year.

Craig Berube(enforcer) is one of the new asst behind the bench in Philly.


I said that not because Philly is that great of a team, but because AlBob is a Flyers fan.

[Z_only1]

Cool.

Well the Sharks and Wings are all tied up this year, both winning at home.

[iamredbeard]

Let's mark February 12th on our calendars.


Bump for ALBOB2.

[ALBOB2]

Count me in. I'm no fair weather fan.


Goooooo FLYERS!!!:dance:

[iamredbeard]

I've been distracted with Baseball free-agent talk, college football and the elections. But I just wanted to say





Hey Hey Hockeytown

[super cool ski instructor]

I've been distracted with Baseball free-agent talk, college football and the elections. But I just wanted to say





Hey Hey Hockeytown
DITTO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[iamredbeard]

I meant to make a post about this in the morning but I forgot. :doh: Last night the Wings set a franchise record by winning nine straight games. After a rough start they are starting play like we all know that they can.

[NEWYORK]

I meant to make a post about this in the morning but I forgot. :doh: Last night the Wings set a franchise record by winning nine straight games. After a rough start they are starting play like we all know that they can.

so are the Islandershttp://67.15.129.139/5959/69/emo/weirdo.gif

[iamredbeard]

The St. Louis Blues just retired Bret Hall's number.

Since he was a former Red Wings, I thought giving tribute to him would be a great way to resurrect this thread.

[super cool ski instructor]

The St. Louis Blues just retired Bret Hall's number.

Since he was a former Red Wings, I thought giving tribute to him would be a great way to resurrect this thread.

Good Idea red!!!!!

[iamredbeard]

Well the Wings ruined Bret Hall's retirement party. :D They also made life miserable for a former Red Wing goalie. :D

[super cool ski instructor]

Well the Wings ruined Bret Hall's retirement party. :D They also made life miserable for a former Red Wing goalie. :D

It was a pretty good game :D

[iamredbeard]

It was a pretty good game :D

Yep, and Datsyuk ended his slump.

[PhilRocksinOHIO.]

Yep, and Datsyuk ended his slump.That was nice to see...I didn't think he would ever get out of that drought.

[ALBOB2]

The St. Louis Blues just retired Bret Hall's number.

Yeah, he was pretty good. But I'm wondering when they're gonna step up and retire Brett HUll's number.:think:

[super cool ski instructor]

Yeah, he was pretty good. But I'm wondering when they're gonna step up and retire Brett HUll's number.:think:

:)) you're a dork!!!!

[iamredbeard]

Yeah, he was pretty good. But I'm wondering when they're gonna step up and retire Brett HUll's number.:think:

Do you have any idea how many seasons he played in Detroit?

By the way, its of interest to note that he wasn't allowed to wear his precious #16 while he was a Red Wing.

[ALBOB2]

Do you have any idea how many seasons he played in Detroit?

By the way, its of interest to note that he wasn't allowed to wear his precious #16 while he was a Red Wing.


I was giving you a hard time for calling him Brettt HAll insted of Brett HUll.;)

[iamredbeard]

I was giving you a hard time for calling him Brettt HAll insted of Brett HUll.;)


Ah, I am infamous about making typos.

[iamredbeard]

Anyone want to know why Hull couldn't wear #16 in Detroit.

[doublehelix]

Damn that was a long induction ceremony. Thank goodness for TiVO.

[super cool ski instructor]

Anyone want to know why Hull couldn't wear #16 in Detroit.

Oooh pick me!!!!! Pick me!!!!! I know the answer!!!!!!!


Because the number has been unofficially retired after the limo accident that injured Vladamir Konstantinov, who wore number 16.

[iamredbeard]

Oooh pick me!!!!! Pick me!!!!! I know the answer!!!!!!!


Because the number has been unofficially retired after the limo accident that injured Vladamir Konstantinov, who wore number 16.

We have a winner!!!

:dance: :dance: :dance:

[super cool ski instructor]

We have a winner!!!

:dance: :dance: :dance:

Yay!!! Woo-Hoo!!!!!!!

[Z_only1]

Wings vs Bluejackets
Good game. To bad Wings came up on the short end.

[iamredbeard]

Last week Stevie's number was retired. I was on vacation so unfortunately I was unable to see the ceremonies on the TV, but since coming back I have seen some clips from the event.

His presence will be missed on the ice, but at least he hasn't left Hockeytown. He's now in the front office.

[Andrew Jackson]

Cincy Cyclones beat Reading 1-0

[super cool ski instructor]

Last week Stevie's number was retired. I was on vacation so unfortunately I was unable to see the ceremonies on the TV, but since coming back I have seen some clips from the event.

His presence will be missed on the ice, but at least he hasn't left Hockeytown. He's now in the front office.

Is it pathetic to admit that I creid while watching the ceremony?

[iamredbeard]

Is it pathetic to admit that I creid while watching the ceremony?

nope.

I saw some of the highlights on FSN-Detroit. The kept showing the part where the crowd booed Stevie. :(

[PhilRocksinOHIO.]

nope.

I saw some of the highlights on FSN-Detroit. The kept showing the part where the crowd booed Stevie. :(Why would they do that? That's pathetic.

[iamredbeard]

Why would they do that? That's pathetic.

Well Stevie being the generous man that he is said that the legend of him being such a great leader is overblown and exaggerated. The fans that love him so much didn't want to hear that.

[Fire Watch]

Blackhawks All The Way!

[iamredbeard]

Blackhawks All The Way!

keep dreaming

[iamredbeard]

I just got invited to go to a game. Feb 23rd against Edmonton at the Joe. I'm pretty excited about it.

[iamredbeard]

Tomorrow I am going to Hockeytown. :dance: :dance: :dance:

[super cool ski instructor]

Have a blast red!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[ALBOB2]

The Flyers will return!!!:pray:

[super cool ski instructor]

NEVAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[ALBOB2]

NEVAH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


:((

[super cool ski instructor]

:((

:hug:

[iamredbeard]

Have a blast red!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thank you.

[iamredbeard]

The Flyers will return!!!:pray:

It probably will happen someday, but I don't see it happening anytime soon.

Heck look at the Tigers. The Tiger faithful kept saying that and we were just laughed at.

[ALBOB2]

:hug:


Thanks. Got a tissue?:cry:

[ALBOB2]

It probably will happen someday, but I don't see it happening anytime soon.

Heck look at the Tigers. The Tiger faithful kept saying that and we were just laughed at.


Well, the Peter the Great experiment failed miserably. As much as I enjoyed watching him play, he just couldn't stay on the ice long enough to be a factor. I was happy/sad to see him go. Luckily we got a very promising looking young gun and some draft picks. We already have a pretty solid core team. I see us back in the playoffs in no more than two years.:pray:

[super cool ski instructor]

Well, the Peter the Great experiment failed miserably. As much as I enjoyed watching him play, he just couldn't stay on the ice long enough to be a factor. I was happy/sad to see him go. Luckily we got a very promising looking young gun and some draft picks. We already have a pretty solid core team. I see us back in the playoffs in no more than two years.:pray:

Don't ya miss teh good old Eric Lindros years? ;)

[ALBOB2]

Don't ya miss teh good old Eric Lindros years? ;)


If you REALLY want to get me fired up, all you have to do is mention the name of he who's name shall not be spoken.:evil:

Except for him, I really did like those years. I've always been a huge fan of John Leclair. Mark Recci was another who was tough as nails and did whatever it took to win. When your Wings swept them I was never so mad at a coach in my entire life. I usually don't blame a head coach for a series loss, but that one was all on the coach. They had played a specific style of hockey through the entire regular season and through the playoffs. It had obviously been very successful for them. So, when it's the Stanley Cup Finals, what did the coach decide to do? Yeah, he decided to play a COMPLETELY different style of hockey. He was lucky he got fired. If he'd spent another minute if Philly somebody would have killed him.:evil:

[super cool ski instructor]

If you REALLY want to get me fired up, all you have to do is mention the name of he who's name shall not be spoken.:evil:

Except for him, I really did like those years. I've always been a huge fan of John Leclair. Mark Recci was another who was tough as nails and did whatever it took to win. When your Wings swept them I was never so mad at a coach in my entire life. I usually don't blame a head coach for a series loss, but that one was all on the coach. They had played a specific style of hockey through the entire regular season and through the playoffs. It had obviously been very successful for them. So, when it's the Stanley Cup Finals, what did the coach decide to do? Yeah, he decided to play a COMPLETELY different style of hockey. He was lucky he got fired. If he'd spent another minute if Philly somebody would have killed him.:evil:

So let me get this straight....you don't want me to mention Eric Lindros anymore? :D

[ALBOB2]

So let me get this straight....you don't want me to mention Eric Lindros anymore? :D


The hockey gods will punish you. Mark my words.:evil:

[iamredbeard]

http://espn-att.starwave.com/media/nhl/2000/0218/photo/a_lindros.jpg

[iamredbeard]

The hockey gods will punish you. Mark my words.:evil:

In case you haven't noticed the Hockey gods have been with the Red Wings and the fans for a while now. :D

We lost our captain and one of our assistant captains and we are still among the leagues elite. D

[super cool ski instructor]

:))

Poor ALBOB.....

[iamredbeard]

If you listen very carefully you can hear a "Hey Hey Hockeytown" chant coming from Philadelphia. :D

[PhilRocksinOHIO.]

If you listen very carefully you can hear a "Hey Hey Hockeytown" chant coming from Philadelphia. :D
Hey,I can hear it,too.:D

LET'S GO RED WINGS!!!!!

[super cool ski instructor]

Hey,I can hear it,too.:D

LET'S GO RED WINGS!!!!!

Woo-Hoo!!!!!!!!!!! :D

[ALBOB2]

The measure of a true fan is not one who can remain loyal through the good times, but rather the one who remains loyal through the BAD times.:snooty:


Gooooo FLYERS!!!

[iamredbeard]

The measure of a true fan is not one who can remain loyal through the good times, but rather the one who remains loyal through the BAD times.:snooty:


Gooooo FLYERS!!!

I agree, and I say that as a Detroit Lions fan.

[PhilRocksinOHIO.]

The measure of a true fan is not one who can remain loyal through the good times, but rather the one who remains loyal through the BAD times.:snooty:


Gooooo FLYERS!!!
Ditto here,because I am still and will always be a Browns fan.

[iamredbeard]

Have a blast red!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks Ski.

Even thought the Wings lost I had a great time. It was a once in a lifetime experience. The tickets that my uncle game me were to an executive suite. The only problem is that with all the banners hanging from the rafters I was unable to see Yzerman's banner from where their suite was located. At the end of the game my Aunt and Uncle bought me a mini Yzerman banner like the one hanging from the rafter and a book simply called "19". It's all about Yzerman. It is only sold at Joe Louis Arena and only 30,000 copies were printed and no more will be printed. I got copy #17,084. It's awesome. Before the game started I got a program. Part of it is dedicated to Yzerman's retirement party and they have the entire transcript from Yerman's speech. It was a once in a life time experience. I feel so spoiled. :D

Oh and ski, they told me something else, but I don't want to make you to envious. :mrgreen:

[iamredbeard]

Thanks Ski.

Even thought the Wings lost I had a great time. It was a once in a lifetime experience. The tickets that my uncle game me were to an executive suite. The only problem is that with all the banners hanging from the rafters I was unable to see Yzerman's banner from where their suite was located. At the end of the game my Aunt and Uncle bought me a mini Yzerman banner like the one hanging from the rafter and a book simply called "19". It's all about Yzerman. It is only sold at Joe Louis Arena and only 30,000 copies were printed and no more will be printed. I got copy #17,084. It's awesome. Before the game started I got a program. Part of it is dedicated to Yzerman's retirement party and they have the entire transcript from Yerman's speech. It was a once in a life time experience. I feel so spoiled. :D

Oh and ski, they told me something else, but I don't want to make you to envious. :mrgreen:


Ok, ski. I am bumping for you. I thought you might want to know about my night or maybe I just wanna gloat. :mrgreen:

[super cool ski instructor]

Ok, ski. I am bumping for you. I thought you might want to know about my night or maybe I just wanna gloat. :mrgreen:

Yes I appreciate it :rolleyes:

:)) Glad you had a great time!!!!!

[iamredbeard]

Yes I appreciate it :rolleyes:

:)) Glad you had a great time!!!!!

:)

[iamredbeard]

http://www.detroitredwings.com/wings/article.jsp?id=5417


That link takes you to the book I was talking about. I think that is the same book that I was talking about. The title is the same, but the one I got is 186 pages and not 192 pages.

Ski, I'd suggest that you go down to Hockeytown Cafe or Hockeytown Authentics, or call that number before they run out. Its worth the price. The last page in the book is an adorable pic of Stevie and his three daughters.

[super cool ski instructor]

http://www.detroitredwings.com/wings/article.jsp?id=5417


That link takes you to the book I was talking about. I think that is the same book that I was talking about. The title is the same, but the one I got is 186 pages and not 192 pages.

Ski, I'd suggest that you go down to Hockeytown Cafe or Hockeytown Authentics, or call that number before they run out. Its worth the price. The last page in the book is an adorable pic of Stevie and his three daughters.

Getting something from Hockeytown Cafe and you are sure to pay top dollar for it. There are some shops in the mall that will probably have it.

[iamredbeard]

Getting something from Hockeytown Cafe and you are sure to pay top dollar for it. There are some shops in the mall that will probably have it.

You will probably pay top dollar anywhere for it since there will only be limited quantities. I got it for $20.00. According to the people I talked to there is only going to be one printing of 30,000 copies and once they are sold out thats it. Of course he also said that they are only sold at Joe Louis so there is the distinct possibility that he doesn't know what he's talking about.

[super cool ski instructor]

You will probably pay top dollar anywhere for it since there will only be limited quantities. I got it for $20.00. According to the people I talked to there is only going to be one printing of 30,000 copies and once they are sold out thats it. Of course he also said that they are only sold at Joe Louis so there is the distinct possibility that he doesn't know what he's talking about.

:))

[iamredbeard]

Trade Alert


Red Wings made a trade just before the trade deadline. I would go on but I don't want to bore Ski with the details. ;)

They also made a trade yesterday, but that is old news. ;)

[super cool ski instructor]

Trade Alert


Red Wings made a trade just before the trade deadline. I would go on but I don't want to bore Ski with the details. ;)

They also made a trade yesterday, but that is old news. ;)

Okay, I am totally out of the loop...WHAT HAPPENED?????????

[iamredbeard]

Okay, I am totally out of the loop...WHAT HAPPENED?????????

Yesterday in a 3 team deal we gave up Jason Williams for the Flyers Kris Calder. http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=2780911

Then today we gave up Mattias and two conditional draft picks for Bertuzzi. http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=2781644

[super cool ski instructor]

Yesterday in a 3 team deal we gave up Jason Williams for the Flyers Kris Calder. http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=2780911

Then today we gave up Mattias and two conditional draft picks for Bertuzzi. http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=2781644

I was quite fond of Jason Williams...

[iamredbeard]

I was quite fond of Jason Williams...

I liked him to, he never quite came through like he wanted him to. That probably is because we are so deep that he didn't get enough playing time. I wish him the best. He is going to Chicago we'll see still see him often enough. I don't know much about this Caldwell guy, maybe be can help us out. Since he was a Flyer maybe AlBob can tell us about him.

[super cool ski instructor]

I liked him to, he never quite came through like he wanted him to. That probably is because we are so deep that he didn't get enough playing time. I wish him the best. He is going to Chicago we'll see still see him often enough. I don't know much about this Caldwell guy, maybe be can help us out. Since he was a Flyer maybe AlBob can tell us about him.

Yes...I need ALBOB to shed some light on this guy.

[iamredbeard]

Yes...I need ALBOB to shed some light on this guy.

It was a style that never quite fit in Philadelphia. He scored only nine goals and had 21 points in 59 games after having a career year in Chicago last season. Calder had 26 goals and 33 assists in 79 regular-season games for the Blackhawks last season, leading the team in goals, assists, points and game-winning goals.

Calder's play has improved of late, and Red Wings coach Mike Bab**** said he brings the forechecking and grit his team needs.

"He's had a tough season, but he's a proven NHL player," Bab**** said in an interview with The Associated Press on Monday night after the team landed in Chicago for a game against the Blackhawks on Tuesday. "He works, works and works and he'll make us a harder team to play against."


Both those quotes are from here. http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=2780911

It sounds like he might be promising.

[super cool ski instructor]

Both those quotes are from here. http://sports.espn.go.com/nhl/news/story?id=2780911

It sounds like he might be promising.

Good, I hope so!!!!!

[iamredbeard]

Good, I hope so!!!!!

It sounds like he is a physical offensive threat. We need that. To many of our forwards don't play physical enough. Since Shanahan left to go to NY, we have missed that offensive weapon who isn't afraid to mix it up. While he is no Shanahan, maybe he can fill that roll of an offensive weapon who likes to mix it up. Bertuzzi is also of that mind set. It sounds like the front office wanted to bring in some forwards who would mix it up on the ice.

[iamredbeard]

I have been reading the ESPN Red Wings forum. A lot of people aren't two happy about us going after Bertuzzi. :)

Hey, he can't be any worse that Probbie was.

[super cool ski instructor]

I have been reading the ESPN Red Wings forum. A lot of people aren't two happy about us going after Bertuzzi. :)

Hey, he can't be any worse that Probbie was.

I have always had lukewarm feelings about Bertuzzi....

[iamredbeard]

I have always had lukewarm feelings about Bertuzzi....

I never liked the guy, I always thought he was a goon. I would always talk about how classless he was with his cheap shots, but Probie's cheap shots never bothered me ;)

[super cool ski instructor]

I never liked the guy, I always thought he was a goon. I would always talk about how classless he was with his cheap shots, but Probie's cheap shots never bothered me ;)

:))

[iamredbeard]

Five seconds into Calder's first shift as a Red Wing and he scored a goal. :dance: :dance: :dance:

[PhilRocksinOHIO.]

I was quite fond of Jason Williams...Me too...wasn't he hurt a lot,though?

[iamredbeard]

Me too...wasn't he hurt a lot,though?

I don't remember him being hurt a lot. He just didn't get a lot of playing time because the Wings are so deep.

[PhilRocksinOHIO.]

I don't remember him being hurt a lot. He just didn't get a lot of playing time because the Wings are so deep.Even with all the young talent the Wings have this year...what a great luxury to have.

[iamredbeard]

Even with all the young talent the Wings have this year...what a great luxury to have.

With Yzerman and Shanahan gone, this was suppose to be the year that he would have a chance to shine, but he didn't produce, except in shoot-outs.

Look what Calder did. His first game as a Red Wing, scored a goal on his first shift and then later in the game he added an assist. He also more gritty than Williams, he did a good job of the forechecking. I got a good feeling about him.

[iamredbeard]

This is a bit dated, but its worth sharing.

CALGARY -- One of the greatest leaders in hockey history has agreed to lead Team Canada into the next IIHF world hockey championship.

Red Wings Vice-President Steve Yzerman will serve as the general manager of Canada's entry at the event in Moscow this April and May, Hockey Canada announced Tuesday.

"I really enjoyed my experiences in international hockey," said Yzerman, who helped Canada to gold at the 2002 Olympics. "I enjoyed watching them as a young boy and participating throughout my career. Being able to stay involved to me is very exciting."

Yzerman played in three world championships, two Olympics, a World Cup, Canada Cup and world junior championship.

It's that kind of experience and the leadership Yzerman demonstrated at those events that helped land him the GM job.

"He was really a leader with Team Canada the last number of years," Hockey Canada President Bob Nicholson said. "We see that helping with his relationship with players, but I really see him taking a great leadership role with this team on a management (level).

"I think Steve will (make the transition) from ice to management very easily."

The 41-year-old is seen as a potential candidate to help assemble the Canadian team for the 2010 Olympics in Vancouver. But Yzerman wants to see how this experience goes first.

"Talking about the future is kind of premature with regards to international hockey," he said. "This is my first venture in."

Canada finished fourth at last year's world championship in Riga, Latvia, after losing a bronze-medal game to Finland.

It last won gold at the events in 2003 and 2004. Canada took silver in 2005.http://www.detroitredwings.com/wings/article.jsp?id=5654