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Datsyuk, Stuart Not On Ice For Tuesday Practice
by IwoCPO on 04/22/08 at 11:40 AM ET
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Updated 1344 EST: See below. Deep Digger Captain Khan(!) reports that Datsyuk has “the flu.” Oh. Ok.
The Anti-Digger says we shouldn’t be alarmed, that Datsyuk is only “banged up.” But we wouldn’t be standing in line to board the Stress Train three days early if we didn’t obsess over playoff-sucking news like this.
The Red Wings are on the ice for the first time since Sunday’s Game 6 in Nashville. The only two regulars not on the ice are Pavel Datsyuk and Brad Stuart. I’ll ask after practice what the reason was for their absences.
MacLeod also reports Ericsson is skating with the big boys today, giving the Wings 8 defensemen and 3 options for that 6th spot.
Pavel Datsyuk missed practice Tuesday because of the flu, but he’ll be on the ice today, coach Mike Babcock said. Brad Stuart returned home to San Jose to be with his wife, who was due to deliver today. Kirk Maltby (pulled hamstring) practiced, but said he’s not sure if he’ll be ready for the opener.
Babcock, however, indicated that even if Maltby is ready he might not be inserted into the lineup. So rookie Darren Helm, who’s played well the last two games, might remain in the lineup.
“I like our lineup, I’m not a big change guy,’’ Babcock said.
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Save the stress train for another situation.
Nathan, that’s assuming there’s not enough stress train to go around. Trust me, there’s plenty.
What’s that? Zetterberg had soup for lunch? Why didn’t he have a sandwhich? Is his jaw hurting? Will he still be able to wear his chin strap the way he’s used to? How’s that going to impact his shot? What aren’t they telling us?
Posted by Gabriel from San Diego, CA on 04/22/08 at 11:27 AM ET
ALL ABOARD!
Stuart makes sense, he went back to San Jose to be with his wife, but Datsyuk...that’s worrying.
Posted by Pharazon from England on 04/22/08 at 11:38 AM ET
Dats was all over the place in game 6; he sure as heck didn’t look hurt.
I think the anti-digger needs to keep news like this to himself! You know, so the opposing teams don’t know anything...umm...yea
Posted by Osrt on 04/22/08 at 11:49 AM ET
MacLeod also reports Ericsson is skating with the big boys today, giving the Wings 8 defensemen and 3 options for that 6th spot.
Playing Ericsson at this stage would be a very gutsy move by Babs.
It may be the case that we need the size. Since switching Lilja for Lebda, we are giving some up. Size we may need, playing Dallas or NoCal in the CF. Unless of course, NoCal choke tonight making the Douche look like the idiot he is.
What do you think, will it be Ericsson over Lilja?
Posted by lilja4ever on 04/22/08 at 12:18 PM ET
Khan(!)’s now reporting that Datsyuk has the ‘flu’ which either means he’s got a cold or a broken leg given it’s the playoffs.
Posted by Pharazon from England on 04/22/08 at 12:23 PM ET
The Flu!? Meaning it could be very minor or hugely significant? I just threw up in my mouth a little.
Must stop body from curling into fetal position…
On the plus side if he really does have the flu he’s got a few days to rest. Everyone who really believes it’s the flu raise their hand. Didn’t think so?
Anyone seen anything about when the next game might be? Gotta schedule my calendar and all that.
Posted by AndrewB from TN on 04/22/08 at 12:58 PM ET
“I like our lineup, I’m not a big change guy,’’ Babcock said.
Take that statement with more than a few grains of salt—Hell, I’ll change my goalie mid-series;
because motherf@#ckers, thats how I roll.
No telling what Babs is gonna do with his lines. But I will say this, it damn sure is nice having some depth at forward and on “D”. We all saw the Wings demise after Schneider and Kronwall were unable to skate in last years playoffs.
The injury bug is gonna happen, you know that it is (sacrifices are in order now that injuries do not happen to the premeir talent); you expect it—you thrive on the stress; so much so that you tend to read alot into what may amount to not so much.
Datsyuk has the flu, in his groin or maybe his knee, who really knows. He played like he was possessed. Give him a few days off.
FYI: I’m hoping the Sharks win, I’d rather play against a “talented” team rather than a “physical” team. Having said that, history says they won’t win tonite. Prepare for the “F"lame.
Ohh and in the annual right of passage for St. Nick, KHAN! notes:
The NHL just announced the finalists for the Norris Trophy as the league’s top defenseman. Detroit’s Nicklas Lidstrom is the overwhelming favorite to win his sixth Norris. He’s joined as a finalist by Boston’s Zdeno Chara and Calgary’s Dion Phaneuf.
Posted by Jeff OKWingnut from Hockey Netherworld on 04/22/08 at 12:58 PM ET
Deep Digger wannabe Captain, Ted Kulfan at the Detroit News reports that the Wings believe the next series will start Thursday regardless of the opponent.
The Wings are also confident the start of round two will be Thursday at Joe Louis Arena, with Game 2 Saturday (times undetermined). That’s regardless of whether Calgary -which plays in a Game 7 Tuesday - advances to round two.
Posted by Jeff OKWingnut from Hockey Netherworld on 04/22/08 at 01:03 PM ET
Don’t worry about Datsyuk, I’ve got it covered.
*here, kitty kitty kitty*
Posted by 58Miles2Joe from Marietta, OH on 04/22/08 at 01:12 PM ET
Been out of the loop for a few days and just catching up on my reading. Now I understand that news story I heard this morning about the common housecat being added to the endangered species list.
Posted by BobTheZee on 04/22/08 at 01:38 PM ET
Datsyuk will skate today, just not with the others.
If he DOES have the flu, you do not want it going through the whole team over the next 2 weeks.
Posted by w2j2 on 04/22/08 at 02:05 PM ET
Does anyone here realize that Datsyuk is the ONLY Wing to have played in EVERY regular season game? He was the most consistent Wing all season. I would not be surprised if he is hurting after this season. He deserves a rest, and if he is sick/injured we can only hope it is minor and he has a quick return.
PS - Happy only missed 1 game.
Posted by stuck at work from midmichigan on 04/22/08 at 02:12 PM ET
The last Flu scratch (Arnott), progressed to a Concussion before the next game.
Posted by HockeyTownTodd from upset when blogs don’t live up to my expectations on 04/22/08 at 02:22 PM ET
The last Flu scratch (Arnott), progressed to a Concussion before the next game.
well, none of the Wings tackled Datsyuk after the game...so I think we’re safe there.
Posted by PaulinMiamiBeach on 04/22/08 at 02:37 PM ET
Thanks, Jeff. Doesn’t leave us much time to lead stress free days, but who am I kidding? I can’t wait for the next game!
What a way to end the season for Arnott. Somebody’s gotta feel like a dumbass. Glad Redulov didn’t hit any of the Wings that hard after they scored.
Posted by AndrewB from TN on 04/22/08 at 02:48 PM ET
F.Y.I.: Bruce “The Highlander” MacLeod (or as Chief calls him “The Anti-Digger"), also notes that Kopecky had surgery today:
Detroit Red Wings General Manager Ken Holland today announced that forward Tomas Kopecky underwent successful surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. . . Kopecky’s recovery time is expected to be four to six months.
Posted by Jeff OKWingnut from Hockey Netherworld on 04/22/08 at 04:19 PM ET
The last Flu scratch (Arnott), progressed to a Concussion before the next game.
Wasn’t the chain flu, possible food poisoning and then concussion? I swear, when I heard that Arnott had food poisoning, I had visions of the FBI or Homeland Security being called in to investigate some rogue cook or waitress in Michigan about a possible conspiracy plot.
Posted by UMFan from Colorado on 04/22/08 at 04:38 PM ET
Don’t wanna get premature(insert dysfunctional penis joke here) but it looks like the Dive are up next on our plate. I’m happy and I’m shatting my pants at the same time. The Dive are and will be formidable opponents. I would honestly say a 6 to 7 game series with Wings having a 60-40 advantage. However, the Dive do have fire-power with Joe (the one player I respect as much as Stevie Y), Floppa (say what you want but the man has GAME...), Smyth=Holmstrom, Svatos,Stastny, and Wolski are good,solid kids and Hejduk, Laperriere and Brunette are underrated veterans. On defense you have good ole’ Foote and Hannan (two solid defensemen) Liles (a more skilled Lebda), and it kinda falls off after that. Jose ‘Can You See’, appears to be living a resurrection of a career and can be problematic if not a series stealer. All in all, I’m just sayin’ DO NOT take this series lightly. I probably will be fetal most, if not all, of the time and babbling like Mike Keenan after a devestating loss. I plan on drinking heavily, swearing loudly and becoming hoarse over the course of this series. I hate the playoffs…
Posted by Mike from La-La Land on 04/22/08 at 11:18 PM ET
Do you all have any idea how painful this series is going to be for me?
Every morning after the game I’ll be forced to listen to my co-workers talk about the game. Lame excuses if the Wings win, and snarky comment if the ‘Dive win.
Posted by wingsfanindenver from 'lancheland on 04/23/08 at 12:35 AM ET
Does this mean Woody Paige will suddenly remember that the NHL actually exists? Will he be writing ‘Red Wings Suck’ on his little chalkboard for the Around the Horn camera again? Will his contractually-mandated Friday afternoon bunion rubs from Adrian Dater-Male Bag be as soothing for him when it takes place in a Detroit hotel room vice his swanky suburban Denver home?
Speaking of the Bag, does this mean he’ll be writing an addendum to his book-—the one he shamelessly plugs on his blog (by stating that he is not plugging his book)--every time the Red Wings are the topic?
Finally, does this mean the return of Thometh?
Posted by O-Joe on 04/23/08 at 05:16 AM ET
Wingsfanindenver - you and I are in the same boat. I’ve already been getting it for a few days. Sigh. I’m not really ready for this yet. Mixture of excitement and just general stress. ARGGGHH!
Posted by hockeychic from Denver, CO on 04/23/08 at 09:31 AM ET
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Save the stress train for another situation. The man played about 21 minutes per game in that series and was dominant. I’d imagine he earned the rest.
Point is—he isn’t who he used to be. He’ll play through pain.
Posted by Nathan on 04/22/08 at 10:59 AM ET