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Nice pics PredsFan! Oh, and GEAUX GATORS! So proud of our boys. This past week of hockey was nerve-wracking, stressful, and exhilarating all rolled into one. Next week will be all those emotions magnified x 10. Can't wait! LGRW!!!

Dallas' upcoming schedule is no picnic. They're on a 5 game winning streak, but they face CHI tomorrow then VAN, STL, LA, SJ, CBJ, DET. So those teams minus CBJ (depending on standings at the time) need to beat Dallas to give up some semblance of breathing room, but only if PHX and CBJ drops games along the way. In the meantime, Detroit has to absolutely win at least 4 of their remaining 7 games, if not more. It's possible with their upcoming schedule. They just have to want it bad enough. ... Which pains me to say I'm just not sure how badly they want the playoffs based on their play this year. Guess they'll have to make it a point to shut up the doubters.

Happy Birthday Captain!!

I completely agree with this. I had the exact feeling while reading that particular part of the interview. It's sort of exciting to hear that, to know that they felt the frustration, and that he, as our captain, let the rest of the team know how he felt about their performance.

LOL.

I just thought I would share this. I've always been amazed at the Wings and their involvement with fans, but this particular situation is something special. Everyone, meet Earl Cook, an inspirational young man who keeps battling. http://www.cbc.ca/thenational/blog/2011/03/theres-something-about-earl.html Enjoy.

Gah. Thanks. I guess I've blocked the severity of last years injuries from my memory.

Would be thrilled with at least a point out of this game. Anyone think the injury situation is maybe worse than last year? They're just coming one on top of the other this season.

I'm sure the Rangers felt the same at the end of last year's regular season... UGH!

Tie game; Russia really battling to score.

Sweden GOAL!!!!

Agreed. I would like to see Ozzie play more. Howard's play has been shaky as of late. I can understand getting starts after 'not good' games, but lately Howie has been having too many 'not good' games. He needs to refocus. Give him a little time to work on his game, on a mental and physical level, while Ozzie get some games under his belt. He can handle it.

Woohoo! Patty with the hatty! Loving it!!

A little article from mlive. Looks like he's staying put. http://www.mlive.com/redwings/index.ssf/2010/11/red_wings_chris_chelios_says_h.html

Stamkos just potted his 20th goal to give the Lightning a 2-0 lead over the Bruins.