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40 For Franzen?
by Paul on 09/21/09 at 05:49 AM ET
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from Chris McCosky of the Detroit News,
Franzen’s goal production has climbed in each of the last three seasons—from 10 to 27 to 34. Who’s to say he can’t score 40 this season?
“I want to take a step forward, that’s for sure,” said Franzen, whose role could be expanded to being on the No. 1 power-play unit this year. “I don’t know exactly what my role will be but so far I seem to be more free, with a role on the power play.I just have to keep working on my shot and on getting open and trying to bury pucks when I get a chance. Because I think I am going to get a lot of chances.”
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He could do it if he stays healthy. His pace was 39 last year if he had not missed games.
Posted by John from Michigan on 09/21/09 at 08:29 AM ET
Holmstrom does most of his work in front of the net, so Franzen and Datsyuk will have more responsibility with the puck.
I’d say that’s an oversimplification of Homer’s role. Tomas does a lot of his initial work in the offensive zone digging pucks out of the corners (and he’s very good at it). So, it won’t just be unbelievable passes from Pavel (like the one in Saturday’s game) that set up Mule for a shot on goal. As the others have said, 40 or more is certainly possible for Franzen.
Posted by OlderThanChelios from Grand Rapids on 09/21/09 at 10:32 AM ET
This guy’s more than a defection artist in front of goalies on the power play. He’s got a very good wrist shot.
And the Red Wings obviously beleive he’s a 40-goal guy.
I think if he’s healthy all season, it would be a little disappointing if he doesn’t get around 40 goals.
Posted by Lindas1st from New England on 09/21/09 at 11:37 AM ET
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