I just thought that I would get this out of the way right now rather than wait until later. Regarding Datsyuk’s comments, I have a few things to say. First of all, it’s his opinion and only his, I don’t care at all what he thinks. Second, he grew up in Soviet Russia, I mean what do you expect? Finally, it’s not like he’s reading your comments anyways (если вы находитесь, напишите мне).
And as for myself, I will try to put this as vague as Pavel put it. Everyone should be entitled to the freedom of life *cough* Syria *cough* and as a result should be allowed to do what they wish.
But enough of all that political stuff, here’s some Quick Hits:
Red Wings News
Red Wings abandon Brunner, Cleary; Changes could be in store | Hockey Tracker
I don’t know if abandon is the right term here. We just nudged them to the side.
‘It still works’: Red Wings third in Uni Watch’s NHL rankings | The Detroit News
WHAT IS THIS BLASPHEMY? The Winged Wheel is by far the best jersey in all of sports. Not just hockey.
2013-14 Schedule Released | Grand Rapids Griffins
Opening day is October 4th.
Detroit Red Wings have NHL’s seventh-best group of forwards, says ESPN.com writer | MLive.com
I can live with that. Depending on how Tatar and Nyquist play, the Wings have the ability to climb up the rankings to a top-5 spot.
Detroit Red Wings prospect Petr Mrazek invited to take part in NHLPA Rookie Showcase | MLive.com
The Red Wings have had players invited for the past 4 years.
Before I read the article I was really confused. Savage is simply suggesting that Dats could be Russia’s captain during the Olympics.
NHL News
Myers: ‘I wasn’t anywhere near where I should’ve been’ for Sabres last year | ProHockeyTalk
You don’t say.
Realistic Expectations For David Clarkson – Pension Plan Puppets
From the article: “Clarkson IS a useful player – he’s just not remotely worth what the Leafs are paying him”.
Tortorella says he’s spoken to Luongo and he’s ready to play | TSN
Did this conversation take place at gunpoint or not?
Report: Caps, Grabovski closing in on deal | ProHockeyTalk
Put him on the first line and see what he can do with Ovi. I would if I was Oates.
Pittsburgh Penguins, National Hockey League of Nations | Puck Daddy – Yahoo! Sports
Nice way to work the system. These guys have a Canada section and a French Canada section to make sure that both Crosby and Lemieux make the cut. Pittsburgh… always cheating.
Luongo to Tortorella: ‘I just want to play’ | ProHockeyTalk
I was hoping that he was going to say that he just wanted to be traded.
NHL free agency: Douglas Murray comes to terms with Canadiens – SBNation.com
I’m kind of surprised that it took so long for him to find a new team.
Fox: Top prospect McDavid skates with Goliaths – Sportsnet.ca
Whoever gets the top pick in the ’15 draft will be getting a heck of a player.
Patrick Burke, Brian Leetch join Department of Player Safety | Puck Daddy – Yahoo! Sports
Regardless if you like Bruke Sr. you have to like Patrick.
Leafs’ Reimer ready to support, compete with Bernier | TSN
Until Bernier takes over the starting job. Then Reimer will have some other things to say.
Vancouver re-signs Tanev: one year, $1.5 million | ProHockeyTalk
There was talk that he had offers from the KHL.
Let’s Go Red Wings!
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