Babcock discusses status of Draper, Datsyuk for Game 3
by motownchollis on Jun 1, 2009 3:17 PM CDT
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PrintDuring today's press conference, Red Wings coach Mike Babcock shared some interesting quotes concerning the status of both Kris Draper and Pavel Datsyuk as the team prepares to head to Pittsburgh for games 3 and 4.
When asked about the status of Draper, Babcock replied:
"Drapes was ready to go yesterday...I don't know what I'm doing. I'm not a big change guy especially when things are going good. We'll see."
Babcock finds himself in an interesting situation as it pertains to Draper, who is a high-octane energy guy, who obviously contributes to the squad both on and off the ice. However, Draper struggled statistically this season, which has obviously given both Babcock and GM Ken Holland pause for consideration for young talent like Ville Leino and Justin Abdelkader. That being said, with the series shifting to Pittsburgh (where the Pens will have last change before face offs) having a defensive minded grinder like Draper on the ice may pay dividends if the Wings find themselves trying to protect a lead late in the game.
Speaking of defensive minded players, some potentially sobering news on the status of Pavel Datsyuk. When asked by the press about Datsyuk's status for Game 3, Babcock had this to say:
"They haven't told me anything, and I don't expect anything new today."
The short of it? Datsyuk will be re-evaluated tomorrow, but it doesn't sound like his status is really improving. I wouldn't expect to see him dress for Tuesday night's game.
The Wings are scheduled to meet with the media in Pittsburgh within the hour, so continue to check back with WIM for the most up-to-date news and information.
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ditto2
iffin it ain’t broke, don’t ‘fix it’!!
GO WINGS!!!!!
my buttons stick so: BEHOLD the MAJESTY of my effort!
Nevermind...
Screw the both of them, put in Downey for Leino and have him go head hunting for Malkin. I’d like to see Malkin try to instigate that.
As a ’Canes fan (my name is pittsburghcaniac because I am a Canes fan residing in Pittsburgh- had it all year- not going to change it now- and yes- I HATE THE PENS!)- it seems that the rest of my friend/bloggers from canescountry have joined forces to root for syd the cry-baby-kid (who lives in a treehouse in marios lawn) and the rest of the penguins- F-THAT!!!! GO WINGS!!!!!! I cannot stand the kiddie, nor do I believe that a team based upon a couple of non-cup winning superstars at the price of 19 mil deserve the cup. GO WINGS! End Pittsburgh…at the end of the season, when Milky and Crybaby get 19 mil a year- along with other players boasting huge cap dollars- their team will be cooked – the price of having multiple first round EXPENSIVE picks. GO WINGS!!!!!!!!!!!!
by PittsburghCaniac on Jun 1, 2009 11:52 PM CDT reply actions
Wow you are petty as you are pathetic. Your team got spanked so you want to see that team get spanked…ha. Well we may lose to the beasts of the west, we may not de-throne them and that’s fine. We are little david here trying to knock down Goliath and i’d rather have it that way. We’ll be back for years to come to keep trying but your bum Staal will have to come through Pittsburgh to get the finals.
Hardly
Check out the $$$$ the top 7 paid on the Pens get for next year.
Like I said, I wonder what $3.56, a Kid’s meal coupon and belly button lint get for the other guys.
And yes, it’s nice to see you whining about the refs as well.
Enjoy!
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Power Corrupts!
Study hard,
Become Evil!
Serious question
What is wrong with Babcocks lip, why does it hang there like Bubba Gump.
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