Stanley Cup finals, Game 2: Red Wings vs. Penguins(05/26/2008) 
7:29
Michael Zuidema: 
Greetings once again from Joe Louis Arena. Assuming the Internet connection in the arena holds up, I'll be doing my best to fill you in on all the action from Game 2 between the Red Wings and Penguins.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:29 Michael Zuidema
7:29
Michael Zuidema: 
As always, feel free to submit your own questions, comments, opinions and random musings.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:29 Michael Zuidema
7:30
Michael Zuidema: 
A sizeable group of Pittsburgh fans just got a pretty solid "Let's Go Pens" chant going for the second straight game. I would guess there were about 1,500 Penguins fans for Game 1, and a lot of them seem to be back.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:30 Michael Zuidema
7:34
Michael Zuidema: 
New for the Red Wings: Franzen was cleared to play earlier today. He'll likely play in place of McCarty, but it will be interesting to see if he takes his usual place on the second line and the power play.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:34 Michael Zuidema
7:34
Michael Zuidema: 
The Penguins, on the other hand, shuffled all four lines, most notably inserting Gary Roberts for Georges Laraque. Desperation or a needed spark for the offense?
Monday May 26, 2008 7:34 Michael Zuidema
7:35
Michael Zuidema: 
The Penguins take the ice. It didn't look like Fleury fell down this time.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:35 Michael Zuidema
7:35
Michael Zuidema: 
And here come the Red Wings. Nice ovation, but fans are still trickling in so it's not quite as loud as it should be in about 30 minutes.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:35 Michael Zuidema
7:38
Michael Zuidema: 

Whoops, just had our first Internet glich. If it appears that I disappear, stay close. I'll return when technically able.

Monday May 26, 2008 7:38 Michael Zuidema
7:42
Michael Zuidema: 
Another "Let's Go Pens" chant. That's three tonight. Or roughly how many octopi will hit the ice after the national anthem.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:42 Michael Zuidema
7:46
[Comment From patpat: ] 
whose sitting out for franzen tonight
Monday May 26, 2008 7:46 pat
7:46
Michael Zuidema: 
Not sure who's spot Franzen will take yet, but it likely will be McCarty. But that's just a guess right now.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:46 Michael Zuidema
7:51
Michael Zuidema: 
Both teams are leaving the ice and the lights are going down. Last off for Wings: McCarty because he's tossing pucks to the fans. For the Pens: Malkin, who had his own share of troubles in Game 1.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:51 Michael Zuidema
7:53
Michael Zuidema: 
Random question: What's cooler to own: a sports car or a zamboni?
Monday May 26, 2008 7:53 Michael Zuidema
7:54
[Comment From norrisnicknorrisnick: ] 
depends on the sports car...
Monday May 26, 2008 7:54 norrisnick
7:54
Michael Zuidema: 
Really? I guess if it was a classic ... like a Jeep Wagoneer with wood panels on the side.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:54 Michael Zuidema
7:57
Michael Zuidema: 

Just saw a lifesize replica of the Stanley Cup. ... At least I hope it's a replica.

Monday May 26, 2008 7:57 Michael Zuidema
7:58
Michael Zuidema: 
Plenty of Crosby jerseys once again. Lemieux and Malkin are well-represented, too.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:58 Michael Zuidema
7:58
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Should we expect Franzen on the PP at all tonight?
Monday May 26, 2008 7:58 wingsnut19
7:58
Michael Zuidema: 
Good question. No one knows at this point, but it would be hard not to have his big body banging in front of Fleury.
Monday May 26, 2008 7:58 Michael Zuidema
7:59
[Comment From norrisnicknorrisnick: ] 
not a chance he won't be on the PP. it'll be the easiest minutes he'll get all night
Monday May 26, 2008 7:59 norrisnick
8:01
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Good point. Heres to hoping he's as effective in this game as he has been over the last 25ish games.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:01 wingsnut19
8:02
Michael Zuidema: 
27 goals in 27 games, I believe is the statistic. It would be a lot to expect similar production in his first game back, but he's certainly capable of putting one on the board.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:02 Michael Zuidema
8:03
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I'd be happy with solid defensive play. A goal would just be gravy.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:03 wingsnut19
8:03
Michael Zuidema: 
Exactly. During warmups I saw him briefly paired with Filppula and Samuelsson, but we'll see if that's what actually happens in the game.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:03 Michael Zuidema
8:05
Michael Zuidema: 
The party is about to start at the Joe ...
Monday May 26, 2008 8:05 Michael Zuidema
8:05
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I wouldn't mind him playing with those 2, with Hudler on the 4th. Hudler seems to produce more in a 4th line role. But it wouldn't surprise me to see Franzen on the 3rd or 4th to start either.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:05 wingsnut19
8:06
Michael Zuidema: 
It would almost make sense to put him on the fourth line and let him work back slowly into the fold. But that's why Babcock is paid the big bucks.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:06 Michael Zuidema
8:08
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
I agree...put him on the 4th line, but also, of course, put him on the second power play unit.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:08 ChrisinVegas
8:08
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Babs is also the kind of guy to expect a lot right away. I remember him saying earlier in the year he wouldn't play Zetterberg unless he was healthy enough to play 1st line minutes. Maybe he feels much the same now.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:08 wingsnut19
8:09
Michael Zuidema: 
Both good points. And from the neck down, Franzen's been ready to go the whole time. It's not like he had knee or ankle injury. Maybe he can jump right in and be the Franzen everyone knows.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:09 Michael Zuidema
8:09
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Do you think the fact that the Pens changed their lines around will actually play into the hands of the Wings who want a better, faster start? It might take the Pens a bit to get in sync within the game.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:09 ChrisinVegas
8:09
Michael Zuidema: 
Hard to say. To me, it seems a bit rash, especially since they were talking about how confident they were in their combinations.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:09 Michael Zuidema
8:09
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
yeah baby
Monday May 26, 2008 8:09 yzerman
8:11
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
The only change I really expected was inserting Roberts. The others really caught me by surprise, since I thought the role players played quite well for the Pens. I'm not sure in what way they expect the changes to help Malkin get his head on the game and play the way he's expected to.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:11 wingsnut19
8:12
Michael Zuidema: 
Drake, Draper and Cleary are starting for the Wings.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:12 Michael Zuidema
8:14
[Comment From GONZOGONZO: ] 
GO WINGS!!!!!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:14 GONZO
8:14
[Comment From detroitwhatdetroitwhat: ] 
sammy should be on that line id rather have cleary on the scoring line
Monday May 26, 2008 8:14 detroitwhat
8:14
Michael Zuidema: 
Only two octopi for Karen Newman's national anthem.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:14 Michael Zuidema
8:14
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
our 10 swedes are keeping them up late in sweden
Monday May 26, 2008 8:14 yzerman
8:14
Michael Zuidema: 
Ha, nice. I bet they don't mind.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:14 Michael Zuidema
8:15
Michael Zuidema: 
Gary Roberts got the start for the Pens. Huh.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:15 Michael Zuidema
8:15
Michael Zuidema: 
Roberts is playing with Staal and Kennedy. Guess they wanted young with old.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:15 Michael Zuidema
8:16
Michael Zuidema: 
Sure enough, Franzen is with Filppula and Sammy.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:16 Michael Zuidema
8:17
Michael Zuidema: 
They're giving Datsyuk way too much room. He almost found Zetterberg for a goal.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:17 Michael Zuidema
8:18
Michael Zuidema: 
Hudler is on the fourth line with Helm and Maltby.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:18 Michael Zuidema
8:19
Michael Zuidema: 

There's Kronwall with his first big hit.

Monday May 26, 2008 8:19 Michael Zuidema
8:19
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Wow, Kronwall.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:19 wingsnut19
8:19
Michael Zuidema: 
Early shot count: Wings 5, Pens 0.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:19 Michael Zuidema
8:22
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Osgood seems to want to play the puck more in this game.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:22 wingsnut19
8:22
Michael Zuidema: 
More than Crosby seems to want to right now.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:22 Michael Zuidema
8:23
Michael Zuidema: 
Six minutes gone in the game. Score 0-0.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:23 Michael Zuidema
8:25
[Comment From JonJon: ] 
i hate the wings
Monday May 26, 2008 8:25 Jon
8:25
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
heart-rate flucuating
Monday May 26, 2008 8:25 yzerman
8:25
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Who was it that Kronwall hit there?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:25 wingsnut19
8:25
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
we love you
Monday May 26, 2008 8:25 yzerman
8:25
[Comment From jonjon: ] 
red wings were lucky to win game 1
Monday May 26, 2008 8:25 jon
8:26
Michael Zuidema: 
Ha! I hope that was tongue in cheek.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:26 Michael Zuidema
8:26
[Comment From jbjb: ] 
network tv channel?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:26 jb
8:26
Michael Zuidema: 
Sorry, just Versus tonight. Games 3-7 will be on NBC.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:26 Michael Zuidema
8:26
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
lol...we were lucky we shut them down...lmao
Monday May 26, 2008 8:26 yzerman
8:27
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
score!!!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:27 yzerman
8:27
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
NICE!!!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:27 ChrisinVegas
8:27
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Wait, no goaltender interference?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:27 wingsnut19
8:27
[Comment From redsteelredsteel: ] 
gooooooooooooooooooooooal!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:27 redsteel
8:27
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Lovin it.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:27 Guest
8:27
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Bad goal by Fluery. That's gonna hurt.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:27 ChrisinVegas
8:28
Michael Zuidema: 
From Stuart, no less.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:28 Michael Zuidema
8:28
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
haha...waiting for that comment!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:28 frank
8:28
Michael Zuidema: 
Assist from Filppula.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:28 Michael Zuidema
8:29
[Comment From jonjon: ] 
red wings always get lucky
Monday May 26, 2008 8:29 jon
8:29
[Comment From jonjon: ] 
the refs are always favoring them
Monday May 26, 2008 8:29 jon
8:29
Michael Zuidema: 
Me thinks Jon is laying it on thick to rile some people up.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:29 Michael Zuidema
8:29
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Putting Lilja on the ice after a goal seems anti-climatic.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:29 wingsnut19
8:29
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
lol...you watching the same game we are jon?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:29 yzerman
8:30
Michael Zuidema: 
Say what you will about Lilja, but he played pretty well in Game 1.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:30 Michael Zuidema
8:30
[Comment From WingfanWingfan: ] 
Not one single Pittsburgh shot yet
Monday May 26, 2008 8:30 Wingfan
8:30
Michael Zuidema: 
Nope. Shots are 6-0, Detroit.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:30 Michael Zuidema
8:30
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Uh oh, Scuderi injured? 4 minutes?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:30 wingsnut19
8:30
Michael Zuidema: 
He'll be fine. He's a hockey player after all.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:30 Michael Zuidema
8:30
[Comment From jonjon: ] 
that should be a 10 minute major for the high stick..... dirty play.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:30 jon
8:31
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
pittsburg did it!!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:31 yzerman
8:31
[Comment From WingfanWingfan: ] 
yeah...kick gill out of the game
Monday May 26, 2008 8:31 Wingfan
8:31
[Comment From jonjon: ] 
the redwing player pushed the penguin stick into his teamates face
Monday May 26, 2008 8:31 jon
8:31
[Comment From byufanbyufan: ] 
10 minute on gill? ok
Monday May 26, 2008 8:31 byufan
8:31
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
lol
Monday May 26, 2008 8:31 yzerman
8:32
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
And on Lilja, I'll admit he played well in game 1. I hope he can keep it up.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:32 wingsnut19
8:32
[Comment From FarceOfThePenguinsFarceOfThePenguins: ] 
Wow the Zebras got it right
Monday May 26, 2008 8:32 FarceOfThePenguins
8:33
[Comment From paulpaul: ] 
what channel is the game on directv?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:33 paul
8:33
Michael Zuidema: 
Anybody know?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:33 Michael Zuidema
8:33
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Oh Cleary! Dang it. You could have taken 2 more steps
Monday May 26, 2008 8:33 ChrisinVegas
8:33
[Comment From redsteelredsteel: ] 
oh man cleary!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:33 redsteel
8:33
[Comment From jonjon: ] 
its on versus for direct tv
Monday May 26, 2008 8:33 jon
8:33
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
I think VS is 609. We found it when I was at a bar the other night
Monday May 26, 2008 8:33 ChrisinVegas
8:33
[Comment From jonjon: ] 
cbc for wow
Monday May 26, 2008 8:33 jon
8:34
Michael Zuidema: 
Nice ovation for Gordie Howe, Ted Lindsay and the gang, who are at the game.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:34 Michael Zuidema
8:35
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
I wish I could see CBC out here. They get the crowd atmosphere right - great microphones down in the crowd to pick up the energy better
Monday May 26, 2008 8:35 ChrisinVegas
8:35
[Comment From JeffJeff: ] 
603 DTV std def, 604 I think hidef
Monday May 26, 2008 8:35 Jeff
8:35
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Still no shots for the Pens. Anyone worried the first will be a goal?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:35 wingsnut19
8:36
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
score!!!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:36 yzerman
8:36
Michael Zuidema: 
Another one for Hank. He might take the Conn Smythe away from Osgood yet.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:36 Michael Zuidema
8:36
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
too easy
Monday May 26, 2008 8:36 frank
8:36
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Way to go to the net there, nice effort.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:36 wingsnut19
8:36
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
WOW!!!! Wings are dominant again!!!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:36 ChrisinVegas
8:36
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
zetterburg from holstrom
Monday May 26, 2008 8:36 yzerman
8:37
[Comment From RedwingRedwing: ] 
"Watching" the game with the Realtime app in Papua New Guinea! Go Wings!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:37 Redwing
8:37
[Comment From JeffJeff: ] 
Homer the assist and/or goal not involving his rear!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:37 Jeff
8:37
[Comment From byufanbyufan: ] 
does holmstrom steal a goal from zetterberg?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:37 byufan
8:37
Michael Zuidema: 
Yep, he sure does. Guess Zetterberg gets the assist.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:37 Michael Zuidema
8:38
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Penalty eh. Probably not a bad call.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:38 wingsnut19
8:38
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
dang. PP for pens. Kill it Wings!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:38 ChrisinVegas
8:38
[Comment From redsteelredsteel: ] 
oh man...need a strong pk
Monday May 26, 2008 8:38 redsteel
8:38
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
OZZZIE OZZZIE OZZIE!!!!!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:38 yzerman
8:39
Michael Zuidema: 

Wings got lucky there; Pens hit the post.

Monday May 26, 2008 8:39 Michael Zuidema
8:39
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
The Wings really support eachother well down low. Nearly always the first to the puck around the net.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:39 wingsnut19
8:39
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Pens had chances again. couple of good saves and lucky saves by Ozzie
Monday May 26, 2008 8:39 ChrisinVegas
8:40
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
NOT LUCK...SKILL
Monday May 26, 2008 8:40 yzerman
8:40
Michael Zuidema: 

Even when the Wings take it easy, they're in complete control.

Monday May 26, 2008 8:40 Michael Zuidema
8:41
[Comment From WingfanWingfan: ] 
Fleury's giving up some juicy rebounds.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:41 Wingfan
8:41
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I hope they don't decide to relax. It will only end up letting the Pens back in.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:41 wingsnut19
8:41
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
powerplay!!!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:41 yzerman
8:42
Michael Zuidema: 
Two minutes to Malone for interference.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:42 Michael Zuidema
8:42
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Pens already frustrated?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:42 wingsnut19
8:42
[Comment From RedwingRedwing: ] 
Time to put the nail in the coffin!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:42 Redwing
8:42
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
C'mon Franzen! Get a deflection goal on the PP!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:42 ChrisinVegas
8:42
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
that would be awsome
Monday May 26, 2008 8:42 yzerman
8:42
[Comment From WingfanWingfan: ] 
At least with the Mule it won't be disallowed automatically
Monday May 26, 2008 8:42 Wingfan
8:43
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Heh. Hopefully not, anyways.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:43 wingsnut19
8:43
Michael Zuidema: 
Samuelson's playing some nice defense tonight. And I think this is the best all around Filppula has looked in a few games.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:43 Michael Zuidema
8:43
[Comment From paulpaul: ] 
Does Greg Johnson still think the palace is the place to be in Detroit?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:43 paul
8:44
Michael Zuidema: 
Ha! Hard to say. Guess it depends on how the Pistons fare tonight.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:44 Michael Zuidema
8:44
Michael Zuidema: 
Franzen out on the power play, creating some havoc in front of Fleury.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:44 Michael Zuidema
8:45
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
Frazen wants 1 bad!!!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:45 yzerman
8:45
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Yup, looks like he came to play.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:45 wingsnut19
8:46
Michael Zuidema: 
FYI, Detroit leads in shots 12-3 -- with all of the Penguins attempts coming on that one power play.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:46 Michael Zuidema
8:47
Michael Zuidema: 
Hooking call on Cleary.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:47 Michael Zuidema
8:47
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
And another PP.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:47 wingsnut19
8:47
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
For the Pens, I mean
Monday May 26, 2008 8:47 wingsnut19
8:47
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
week call
Monday May 26, 2008 8:47 yzerman
8:48
Michael Zuidema: 
Let's see how offensive-minded the PK is tonight.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:48 Michael Zuidema
8:48
[Comment From azhockeyazhockey: ] 
no 5 on 5 shot for the pens in this game!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:48 azhockey
8:48
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
weak i mean...lol
Monday May 26, 2008 8:48 yzerman
8:48
Michael Zuidema: 
Franzen, even doing it on the penalty kill. That guy was just itching to play.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:48 Michael Zuidema
8:48
[Comment From ERNERN: ] 
Cheap Call
Monday May 26, 2008 8:48 ERN
8:49
Michael Zuidema: 
Once again, Ozzie comes up big for the Wings. He would get my Conn Smythe vote.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:49 Michael Zuidema
8:50
Michael Zuidema: 
Penalty on Roberts.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:50 Michael Zuidema
8:50
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I would very much like Osgood to win it.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:50 wingsnut19
8:50
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
cool...fresh ice for most of pp
Monday May 26, 2008 8:50 frank
8:50
Michael Zuidema: 
Great point.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:50 Michael Zuidema
8:51
[Comment From ERNERN: ] 
Should be 2 penalties for cross checking
Monday May 26, 2008 8:51 ERN
8:51
Michael Zuidema: 
Just got him for roughing. End of the first, Wings lead 2-0.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:51 Michael Zuidema
8:51
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
that can be a problem tho when you have fresh ice - you're not in rythym yet
Monday May 26, 2008 8:51 ChrisinVegas
8:51
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I thought the refs did very well in the 1st.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:51 wingsnut19
8:52
Michael Zuidema: 

Wings lead 12-6 in shots, with all of the Pens' attempts coming on the power play. Once again, solid defensive play from Detroit.

Monday May 26, 2008 8:52 Michael Zuidema
8:52
[Comment From byufanbyufan: ] 
(sitting at home standing ovation for 1st period play)
Monday May 26, 2008 8:52 byufan
8:54
[Comment From azhockeyazhockey: ] 
thanks mike, point already made
Monday May 26, 2008 8:54 azhockey
8:54
[Comment From ERNERN: ] 
Pistons up 16-6 if anyone cares to know
Monday May 26, 2008 8:54 ERN
8:54
Michael Zuidema: 
Sorry, didn't mean to rub it in. Just trying to keep up to the minute, so to speak.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:54 Michael Zuidema
8:54
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
thx ern!!
Monday May 26, 2008 8:54 yzerman
8:54
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Didn't see much of Helm in the 1st. How many minutes did the 4th line get?
Monday May 26, 2008 8:54 wingsnut19
8:55
Michael Zuidema: 
Not a ton. only about a minute and a half. But that's what happens when you have power plays and penalty kills, I guess.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:55 Michael Zuidema
8:57
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
True enough. Hopefully he gets more opportunity to play in the next 2 periods. He's really impressed me.
Monday May 26, 2008 8:57 wingsnut19
8:58
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
frazen already+ 1 lol
Monday May 26, 2008 8:58 yzerman
9:12
[Comment From WingfanWingfan: ] 
I'm glad we faced tough times vs Nashville and Dallas. I can imagine Pitt having a tough time in the dressing room right now, not having faced this kind of adversity before
Monday May 26, 2008 9:12 Wingfan
9:12
[Comment From MCPMCP: ] 
What do you think Pittsburg can do to slow Detroit down?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:12 MCP
9:12
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Kronwall wears size 6 skates? Talk about tiny feet.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:12 wingsnut19
9:12
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
only afew more games till hockeys over....bummer
Monday May 26, 2008 9:12 yzerman
9:12
[Comment From Hank4MVPHank4MVP: ] 
Anyone know who Franzen replaced tonight in the lineup?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:12 Hank4MVP
9:13
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
McCarty is out.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:13 wingsnut19
9:14
Josh Slagter: 
Note: Looks like Mr. Zuidema's WiFi at the Joe might be in the penalty box. We'll hope he returns soon.

Monday May 26, 2008 9:14 Josh Slagter
9:14
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
END OF 1ST QUARTER....PISTONS 22 CELTICS 17
Monday May 26, 2008 9:14 Guest
9:14
[Comment From ernern: ] 
Kronwall sets em up and puts em down
Monday May 26, 2008 9:14 ern
9:14
[Comment From WingfanWingfan: ] 
Kronwall is a heat-seeking missile
Monday May 26, 2008 9:14 Wingfan
9:15
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Not only does he hit well, he knows when its safe to pinch for it. A very smart player.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:15 wingsnut19
9:16
[Comment From ernern: ] 
plays much bigger than his 6'0" 195 lbs frame
Monday May 26, 2008 9:16 ern
9:16
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
1st 5 0n 5 shot by pitt
Monday May 26, 2008 9:16 yzerman
9:17
Michael Zuidema: 
OK, I think I'm back. I hope.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:17 Michael Zuidema
9:17
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Welcome back.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:17 wingsnut19
9:18
Josh Slagter: 
Put more quarters into the WiFi machine there, please.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:18 Josh Slagter
9:18
Michael Zuidema: 
Thanks. Someone earlier asked what Pittsburgh has to do to get back in this game. Number one, they have to quit giving the Wings so much space in their own zone. And second, they need to pack it in more in front of the net. Make life tougher for Osgood.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:18 Michael Zuidema
9:18
Michael Zuidema: 
Easier said than done, of course.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:18 Michael Zuidema
9:19
Michael Zuidema: 

If only it was that easy.

Monday May 26, 2008 9:19 Michael Zuidema
9:19
Michael Zuidema: 
That could go for either the WiFi or the Penguins' situation.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:19 Michael Zuidema
9:20
Michael Zuidema: 
The Penguins fans are trying to make some noise. But they need to just let it all hang out.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:20 Michael Zuidema
9:20
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I also think they need to better utilize their speed to get the pucks in the corner. The problem is that Detroit is so good positionally, there is almost always relief for players under pressure.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:20 wingsnut19
9:20
[Comment From MCPMCP: ] 
Thanks for the answer, and, yes, easier said than done!
Monday May 26, 2008 9:20 MCP
9:21
Michael Zuidema: 
They say that defense wins championships; guess it's a cliche that works for hockey, too.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:21 Michael Zuidema
9:22
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Finally saw Malkin play with some speed. He backed our D down a bit.... need to adjust to that quickly
Monday May 26, 2008 9:22 ChrisinVegas
9:22
Michael Zuidema: 

Win or lose the Cup, this will be a valuable learning experience for those young players. Someone compared them to the early Oilers, and while they're not quite that explosive on offense, it's not a bad start.

Monday May 26, 2008 9:22 Michael Zuidema
9:23
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
What are the faceoffs at right now?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:23 wingsnut19
9:24
Michael Zuidema: 
Not sure what it is this second, but in the first period the Wings won eight and lost 10. Surprising.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:24 Michael Zuidema
9:24
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
The early Oilers didn't have to contend with the Cap. I doubt the Pens will be able to keep everyone under contract. You never know, though.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:24 wingsnut19
9:25
Michael Zuidema: 
FYI: 9:19 left in the second, Wings still up 2-0.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:25 Michael Zuidema
9:26
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Although I'm not sure how well that point fits when talking about that team, or how willingly as a Wings fan I should use it, given the Wings reputation for "buying" Cups in the late 90s early 00s.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:26 wingsnut19
9:26
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
7:00 left in 2nd - 33-21 pistons
Monday May 26, 2008 9:26 Farce of the Penguins
9:27
Michael Zuidema: 
Two minutes for Homer for roughing.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:27 Michael Zuidema
9:27
[Comment From SteveSteve: ] 
Wings better start playing or this will get ugly
Monday May 26, 2008 9:27 Steve
9:27
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Faceoffs are 14-10 in favour of the Pens. Definitely surprises me. And nicely done so far by the Pistons.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:27 wingsnut19
9:28
Michael Zuidema: 
And two minutes for Oprik for roughing.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:28 Michael Zuidema
9:28
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
I'm listening on the radio. Is Franzen involved much or getting much ice time?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:28 Jim
9:28
Michael Zuidema: 
Franzen is definitely making his presence felt. He had eight shifts for 5:13 in the first.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:28 Michael Zuidema
9:28
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Was Homer really deserving of that penalty? Seems to me he got double-teamed.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:28 wingsnut19
9:29
Michael Zuidema: 
Meh. Could have gone either way. I know that's wishy-washy, but at least they got both. Calling one or the other would have been pretty bad.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:29 Michael Zuidema
9:30
Michael Zuidema: 
Finally, a nice hit by Pittsburgh on Datsyuk. They need to do that more if they're going to get back in this thing.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:30 Michael Zuidema
9:30
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Alla Bret Hull? More like Keith(I can't hit the net) Primeau
Monday May 26, 2008 9:30 Farce of the Penguins
9:30
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I don't really want to encourage hits on Datsyuk. Heh.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:30 wingsnut19
9:31
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Now the hittings picking up
Monday May 26, 2008 9:31 Farce of the Penguins
9:31
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Yes, I heard that Datsyuk leads in hits on the Red Wings. His defensive play is really impressive this playoffs. Glad to see Datsyuk really playing great both offensively and defensively
Monday May 26, 2008 9:31 Jim
9:31
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Wings need to step it up a bit. Can't try to win 2-0. Only 3 shots on goal for Wings so far.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:31 ChrisinVegas
9:32
Michael Zuidema: 
I agree. They need to put the foot back on the throttle.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:32 Michael Zuidema
9:32
Michael Zuidema: 
To use another bad cliche.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:32 Michael Zuidema
9:32
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Kronwall is another one who is a hitter. Can't see him having a long career with the aggressive hitting that he does. But, hey a tough short career, is better than a long mediocre one.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:32 Jim
9:32
Michael Zuidema: 
This was the first year Kronner made it through the season without any major injuries.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:32 Michael Zuidema
9:32
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Granted...they have also limited Pittsburgh to 4 shots as well
Monday May 26, 2008 9:32 ChrisinVegas
9:33
Michael Zuidema: 
Mo Cheese time ...
Monday May 26, 2008 9:33 Michael Zuidema
9:33
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
But they aren't really giving up much in terms of quality chances. This period has been a wash, IMO, with neither team really skating well.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:33 wingsnut19
9:33
Michael Zuidema: 
The third period won't be nearly this blah, that's for sure.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:33 Michael Zuidema
9:34
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
I don't know. Drake has made a pretty good career out of it
Monday May 26, 2008 9:34 Farce of the Penguins
9:34
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Not if the Pens decide to make this game competitive, no.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:34 wingsnut19
9:35
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Hey, it's the Stanley Cup, it's not supposed to be easy. Can't see this ending in a sweep.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:35 Jim
9:35
Michael Zuidema: 
I agree. I bet the Pens take Game 3 back in Pittsburgh.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:35 Michael Zuidema
9:35
Michael Zuidema: 
Wow, Wings got lucky there after Lilja fell down.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:35 Michael Zuidema
9:36
[Comment From MCPMCP: ] 
Success is sometimes harder to manage than failure. i hope Detroit does not rest on its laurels.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:36 MCP
9:36
[Comment From TannerTanner: ] 
That's fine. Series clincher at home. :)
Monday May 26, 2008 9:36 Tanner
9:36
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
CLOSE CALL. Whoa!
Monday May 26, 2008 9:36 ChrisinVegas
9:36
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
What makes you think the Wings will lose #3?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:36 icelander
9:36
Michael Zuidema: 

Pittsburgh's young legs will be fresh and energized for Game 3. Pens win, Wings get angry and take Game 4 and then win Game 5 at JLA. Just my guess.

Monday May 26, 2008 9:36 Michael Zuidema
9:37
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Lilja can't skate? Who knew?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:37 wingsnut19
9:37
Michael Zuidema: 
By the way, the fourth line just had a great shift against Malkin.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:37 Michael Zuidema
9:37
[Comment From DebbieDebbie: ] 
Yea who has little faith that the Wings can't do it in 4
Monday May 26, 2008 9:37 Debbie
9:37
Michael Zuidema: 
Hey, I could be wrong. It's happened before. All too often, in fact.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:37 Michael Zuidema
9:37
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I'm not willing to give this game to Detroit yet.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:37 wingsnut19
9:37
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
i think they will sweep
Monday May 26, 2008 9:37 Guest
9:38
Michael Zuidema: 
Good point. Still plenty of time for the Pens to get back into it.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:38 Michael Zuidema
9:38
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
It was gutsy, but necessary for Babcock to replace Dom with Ozzie, but don't you wonder what would have happened if Babcock had left Dom in the series. Glad he didn't, just sayin'
Monday May 26, 2008 9:38 Jim
9:39
Michael Zuidema: 
I'm not so certain Detroit wouldn't have been OK with Hasek. But it's clear that they've rallied behind Ozzie and that alone makes it a good move.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:39 Michael Zuidema
9:39
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
How about we wait for the Pens to score one before we predict a win for them?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:39 icelander
9:39
Michael Zuidema: 
Fair enough.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:39 Michael Zuidema
9:39
[Comment From yzermanyzerman: ] 
playoff hockey...anything can happen....lol
Monday May 26, 2008 9:39 yzerman
9:39
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I'm not sure the Wings would have beat the Preds with Hasek in net. He just wasn't himself.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:39 wingsnut19
9:39
Michael Zuidema: 
I tend to give the benefit of the doubt to Hall of Famers. Maybe too much so.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:39 Michael Zuidema
9:40
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Wow Pens penalty
Monday May 26, 2008 9:40 ChrisinVegas
9:40
Michael Zuidema: 
Slashing call on Malone.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:40 Michael Zuidema
9:40
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Still it took cajones for Babcock to replace the #1 goalie with Ozzie. But that's why Babcock is a good coach....
Monday May 26, 2008 9:40 Jim
9:41
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
He may have turned it around. But Babs definitely made the right call there. I don't see Hasek coming back next year.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:41 wingsnut19
9:41
Michael Zuidema: 
I don't either.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:41 Michael Zuidema
9:41
[Comment From WingfanWingfan: ] 
We are falling asleep out there.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:41 Wingfan
9:42
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
I'm live blogging and listening to the game on a computer fed radio signal. Hockey in the new Millenenium.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:42 Jim
9:42
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Babcock was voted the coach most players in the NHL want to play for
Monday May 26, 2008 9:42 Farce of the Penguins
9:42
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
Don't mean to get ahead of myself, but anybody know offhand if a team has ever been held scoreless in the Cup Finals?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:42 CW
9:42
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I am very impressed with how Hasek has handled being benched. Early in his career, he would never have accepted that quietly.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:42 wingsnut19
9:43
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Don't jinx them CW!
Monday May 26, 2008 9:43 Jim
9:43
Michael Zuidema: 
End of two periods, Wings still lead 2-0. I'll be back in about 10 minutes. In the meantime, keep the great comments coming.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:43 Michael Zuidema
9:47
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
jim, can you send the url of the streaming audio? im trying to find...
Monday May 26, 2008 9:47 icelander
9:47
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
No - Sawchuk had 5 shutouts in 8 games through 2 rounds in 52 (first Octopus year). He had a 0.83 GAA... best ever.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:47 ChrisinVegas
9:47
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Wings got 10 shots on goal that period to Pens 6, but last 5 shots were in the final 3 minutes (or so). Need to play better
Monday May 26, 2008 9:47 ChrisinVegas
9:47
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
game 3 on NBC Wednesday. Why were they not all on NBC
Monday May 26, 2008 9:47 Farce of the Penguins
9:48
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Click on the 97.1 graphic: http://redwings.nhl.com/index.html
Monday May 26, 2008 9:48 Jim
9:48
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Pistons falling apart at the end of the half
Monday May 26, 2008 9:48 Farce of the Penguins
9:49
[Comment From Dman52Dman52: ] 
The redwings need to come out gunning
Monday May 26, 2008 9:49 Dman52
9:51
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Pistons went from 14pts with 4;00 to go in the half. Go into the half up by 4
Monday May 26, 2008 9:51 Farce of the Penguins
9:51
[Comment From GONZOGONZO: ] 
43-39 PISTONS AT THE HALF
Monday May 26, 2008 9:51 GONZO
9:53
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
need to get Helm and the 4th line in to boost the energy of the Wings in the 3rd
Monday May 26, 2008 9:53 Farce of the Penguins
9:53
[Comment From amTASTICamTASTIC: ] 
wats score of wings?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:53 amTASTIC
9:53
Josh Slagter: 
2-0 end of 2nd

Monday May 26, 2008 9:53 Josh Slagter
9:54
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
agreed...keep up the offensive pressure
Monday May 26, 2008 9:54 Guest
9:54
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
2-0 WINGS
Monday May 26, 2008 9:54 Farce of the Penguins
9:54
[Comment From amTASTICamTASTIC: ] 
thnx
Monday May 26, 2008 9:54 amTASTIC
9:55
[Comment From angang: ] 
go wings
Monday May 26, 2008 9:55 ang
9:55
[Comment From angang: ] 
the pens are outmatched
Monday May 26, 2008 9:55 ang
9:55
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Chelios out again tonight?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:55 Jim
9:55
[Comment From angang: ] 
yup
Monday May 26, 2008 9:55 ang
9:56
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
got to see gm#1, cant see #2...how do the wings look tonight? as dominating?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:56 icelander
9:56
Josh Slagter: 
For those who can't watch the game, try streaming the audio...

http://www.nhl.com/nhl/app?service=page&page=Radio
Monday May 26, 2008 9:56 Josh Slagter
9:57
[Comment From ryanryan: ] 
whats the score?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:57 ryan
9:57
Josh Slagter: 
2-0 wings
Monday May 26, 2008 9:57 Josh Slagter
9:57
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Not as dominating, but still doing well.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:57 wingsnut19
9:57
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
They looked bored in the second
Monday May 26, 2008 9:57 Farce of the Penguins
9:57
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
how is the game going? I can't get it on TV
Monday May 26, 2008 9:57 arrowinhudsy
9:58
Josh Slagter: 
The game is on VERSUS tonight... but my TiVo says Cage Wrestling is on (although it really is the Wings)
Monday May 26, 2008 9:58 Josh Slagter
9:58
[Comment From WingfanWingfan: ] 
They need to start the 3rd as if it were 0-0
Monday May 26, 2008 9:58 Wingfan
9:58
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
haven't seen our Penguis friend "jim" in here for a while...
Monday May 26, 2008 9:58 icelander
9:58
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Wings have outshot Pitt 48 - 19 over 4 periods now
Monday May 26, 2008 9:58 ChrisinVegas
9:58
[Comment From IsphetIsphet: ] 
arrow: Wings are up 2-0. not a lot of shots for either side, and Pit actually started looking like they were playing towards the end of the second
Monday May 26, 2008 9:58 Isphet
9:59
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
At least the faceoffs are a wash now. Detroit wasn't doing so well at one point.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:59 wingsnut19
9:59
[Comment From IsphetIsphet: ] 
The Pens started playing better in the neutral zone; we didn't have a lot of possession time in their zone the second half of that second period. I hope the Wings come out a little stronger in the third.
Monday May 26, 2008 9:59 Isphet
9:59
[Comment From ridetherapidridetherapid: ] 
who scored the two?
Monday May 26, 2008 9:59 ridetherapid
9:59
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
hmm...my tivo has it correctly showing as hockey
Monday May 26, 2008 9:59 frank
10:00
Josh Slagter: 
06:55
Brad Stuart,   Slap Shot  -   Assists:   Valtteri Filppula
11:18
Tomas Holmstrom,   Tip-In  -   Assists:   Henrik Zetterberg
Monday May 26, 2008 10:00 Josh Slagter
10:00
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
thanks for update. Defense must be doing great.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:00 arrowinhudsy
10:01
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Defense has definitely looked good, especially the top 4.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:01 wingsnut19
10:01
Josh Slagter: 
3rd period has begun
Monday May 26, 2008 10:01 Josh Slagter
10:01
[Comment From WingfanWingfan: ] 
PP coming up . we need to score
Monday May 26, 2008 10:01 Wingfan
10:02
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Another PP for the Wings. Not a good play by Hossa, just flat out lazy.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:02 wingsnut19
10:03
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Wings need to play better on this PP
Monday May 26, 2008 10:03 ChrisinVegas
10:03
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
I want Franzen to score. Is he still playing?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:03 arrowinhudsy
10:04
Michael Zuidema: 
Finally, someone kicked the Internet connection so it would work again.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:04 Michael Zuidema
10:04
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Pens did very well on that kill.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:04 wingsnut19
10:04
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Pressured the points a lot better.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:04 wingsnut19
10:04
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
ooh...fancy post by josh
Monday May 26, 2008 10:04 frank
10:05
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Pens did very well on that kill.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:05 wingsnut19
10:05
[Comment From WingfanWingfan: ] 
where is our pressure?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:05 Wingfan
10:05
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Pens are playing better on Defense. Wings need to step it up and not sit back]
Monday May 26, 2008 10:05 ChrisinVegas
10:05
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Not sure why it just double posted for me.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:05 wingsnut19
10:05
Michael Zuidema: 
Whoops. Fleury got lucky there.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:05 Michael Zuidema
10:05
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
What's wrong Mike? You got AT&T?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:05 Farce of the Penguins
10:05
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
What's wrong Mike? You got AT&T?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:05 Farce of the Penguins
10:06
Michael Zuidema: 
I got whatever JLA gives me. I'm at their mercy. Such is life.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:06 Michael Zuidema
10:06
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
I want Franzen to score. Is he still playing?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:06 arrowinhudsy
10:07
Michael Zuidema: 

Franzen's on the ice right now. I wonder if they'll start limiting his shifts or if they'll let him get his legs back.

Monday May 26, 2008 10:07 Michael Zuidema
10:07
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Wings are resorting to lazy, ineffective forechecking. This is not a good team to do that against.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:07 wingsnut19
10:07
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
are his headaches gone?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:07 arrowinhudsy
10:07
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
he has played well positionally... well all the Wings have.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:07 ChrisinVegas
10:08
Michael Zuidema: 
Good to see Datsyuk standing up for Zetterberg right now. The Wings need to finish this game with some spunk.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:08 Michael Zuidema
10:08
Michael Zuidema: 
Franzen's headaches have been gone for a couple days. He was just getting the go-ahead from doctors.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:08 Michael Zuidema
10:08
[Comment From amTASTICamTASTIC: ] 
let me kno if any1 scores plz
Monday May 26, 2008 10:08 amTASTIC
10:09
Michael Zuidema: 
Uh. Will do?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:09 Michael Zuidema
10:09
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
Dang ... 4 on 4
Monday May 26, 2008 10:09 ChrisinVegas
10:09
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Malone's a PUNK
Monday May 26, 2008 10:09 Farce of the Penguins
10:09
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
Datsyuk? Roughing? Is that legal?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:09 CW
10:09
[Comment From icekandericekander: ] 
Datsyuk needed to do that...good team support
Monday May 26, 2008 10:09 icekander
10:10
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
tigers up 3-2
Monday May 26, 2008 10:10 arrowinhudsy
10:10
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I have nothing against Malone putting on the extra hit. Its going to happen, and I think they gladly take the trade of Malone off along with Datsyuk.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:10 wingsnut19
10:11
Michael Zuidema: 
The Red Wings seem content to let time just tick off. That might work, but they should go for the close-out goal right here.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:11 Michael Zuidema
10:12
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
agree
Monday May 26, 2008 10:12 icelander
10:12
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Lazy skating by Sammy right there. Didn't seem like he wanted the puck.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:12 wingsnut19
10:12
[Comment From yelowpokadotyelowpokadot: ] 
Pistons up too.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:12 yelowpokadot
10:12
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Hockey's version of the "prevent"
Monday May 26, 2008 10:12 Farce of the Penguins
10:13
[Comment From ridetherapidridetherapid: ] 
actually the tigers are currently tied with the angels 0-0, but they have runners on 1st and 3rd with two outs...
Monday May 26, 2008 10:13 ridetherapid
10:13
Michael Zuidema: 
Sigh. That's what I get for trusting you guys.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:13 Michael Zuidema
10:13
Michael Zuidema: 
The Tigers score is indeed 0-0.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:13 Michael Zuidema
10:18
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
B.S.Call
Monday May 26, 2008 10:18 Farce of the Penguins
10:18
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
OK good call...my bad
Monday May 26, 2008 10:18 Farce of the Penguins
10:18
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
rut-roh - kill the penalty plz
Monday May 26, 2008 10:18 icelander
10:18
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
What? A goalie interference call against the opposition? Thats new.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:18 wingsnut19
10:18
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
boy, those versus player commercials are super forced
Monday May 26, 2008 10:18 frank
10:19
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
Goalie interference? Not the Wings? Is *THAT* legal?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:19 CW
10:19
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
LOL, in my men's league, they kick you out after 4 penalties
Monday May 26, 2008 10:19 icelander
10:20
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Wow, what a goal by Filppula
Monday May 26, 2008 10:20 wingsnut19
10:20
[Comment From DebbieDebbie: ] 
how much time left? score?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:20 Debbie
10:20
Josh Slagter: 
3-0 11:12 left
Monday May 26, 2008 10:20 Josh Slagter
10:20
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
OH WOW! Highlight reel, meet my friend Valtteri!
Monday May 26, 2008 10:20 CW
10:20
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
What a beautiful goal
Monday May 26, 2008 10:20 Farce of the Penguins
10:20
[Comment From sbsb: ] 
amazing
Monday May 26, 2008 10:20 sb
10:20
[Comment From DebbieDebbie: ] 
thanks
Monday May 26, 2008 10:20 Debbie
10:21
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
ohhh...I wish i could've seen it!
Monday May 26, 2008 10:21 icelander
10:21
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Franzen was absolutely huge on that puck to get that break.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:21 wingsnut19
10:21
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
OK,can some of us relax and quit blogging like we're behind 3-0 instead of up 3-0?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:21 Jim
10:21
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
sorry for giving wrong tigers score. I read the scorecard wrong.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:21 arrowinhudsy
10:21
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Sorry, Stuart was, I think.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:21 wingsnut19
10:21
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
Looked like "the" Ovechkin goal.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:21 CW
10:21
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
FILLPPUULLLLAAA
Monday May 26, 2008 10:21 Farce of the Penguins
10:22
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Brad Stuart, hero of the game, who knew?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:22 Jim
10:22
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
I would have never expected this.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:22 Displaced Wings Fan
10:22
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Indeed. Big game for him, offensively and physically.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:22 wingsnut19
10:23
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
Play for the shut-out now....
Monday May 26, 2008 10:23 icelander
10:23
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
And Malone the goat-in-waiting
Monday May 26, 2008 10:23 Jim
10:23
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Oh no, Franzen down...
Monday May 26, 2008 10:23 wingsnut19
10:23
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
not good
Monday May 26, 2008 10:23 Displaced Wings Fan
10:23
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Did it get his eye?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:23 wingsnut19
10:24
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Good choice Therrien, more "edge" in the Pens' game. Classy.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:24 Guest
10:24
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
The one guy who couldn't get hit in the head. That was DIRTY
Monday May 26, 2008 10:24 Farce of the Penguins
10:24
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Ah, a punch. I thought it was the stick at first.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:24 wingsnut19
10:24
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
who hit him?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:24 icelander
10:24
[Comment From sbsb: ] 
cheap!!!
Monday May 26, 2008 10:24 sb
10:25
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
well that is what you do when you are a season or two past retirement and you realise the game has past you by
Monday May 26, 2008 10:25 Displaced Wings Fan
10:25
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
Someone will get even.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:25 arrowinhudsy
10:25
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Roberts, I think.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:25 wingsnut19
10:25
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Where is Downey when ya need him?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:25 Farce of the Penguins
10:25
[Comment From Pens PowerPens Power: ] 
Tough
Monday May 26, 2008 10:25 Pens Power
10:25
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
It was Roberts
Monday May 26, 2008 10:25 Displaced Wings Fan
10:26
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
No penalty! This is why teams should not have to release injury information. No respect for players
Monday May 26, 2008 10:26 Jim
10:26
[Comment From IsphetIsphet: ] 
Yeah, that was intentional, big time. I hope they suspend Roberts for a game for that. The NHL is supposed to protect their stars. If that was Crosby getting sucker punched, you KNOW there would be a suspension coming.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:26 Isphet
10:26
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
Revenge is a dish best served cold...like in Pittsburg
Monday May 26, 2008 10:26 Displaced Wings Fan
10:26
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
time for McCarty to do his thing.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:26 arrowinhudsy
10:26
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
Who do we have in the line-up to get revenge?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:26 icelander
10:26
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I think the Joe's internet must be down again.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:26 wingsnut19
10:26
[Comment From jaadam4jaadam4: ] 
Put our backup goalie in so he can take a two hander at Roberts head
Monday May 26, 2008 10:26 jaadam4
10:26
[Comment From bbshannybbshanny: ] 
cheap, unfortunately Pitt would be better off it he does get suspended
Monday May 26, 2008 10:26 bbshanny
10:27
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
I think going up 2-0 will be our revenge... anyone think Roberts will get a suspension?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:27 ChrisinVegas
10:27
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Save the retaliation for next season. Cup first, revenge later.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:27 Jim
10:27
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
yes
Monday May 26, 2008 10:27 Guest
10:27
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Geez guys, its a hockey play. I've seen much worse than that, not a suspension.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:27 wingsnut19
10:27
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
no chance...the NHL likes the pens much more then the wings
Monday May 26, 2008 10:27 icelander
10:27
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
no, he won't get suspended
Monday May 26, 2008 10:27 Displaced Wings Fan
10:27
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
CBC just jinxed Ozzy with its mention of consecutive playoff s-words to start a series. Thanks guys. :(
Monday May 26, 2008 10:27 CW
10:27
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
No... but hopefully a fine.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:27 ChrisinVegas
10:27
[Comment From sbsb: ] 
no suspension for Ribiero...no suspension for Roberts
Monday May 26, 2008 10:27 sb
10:28
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
I think it's worth that
Monday May 26, 2008 10:28 ChrisinVegas
10:28
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Well, Franzen is a marked man.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:28 wingsnut19
10:28
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
let's see if chelios and downey are activated for game 3
Monday May 26, 2008 10:28 icelander
10:28
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
nice Franzen. Had a concussion... took a dirty hit from Roberts... Now in a fight
Monday May 26, 2008 10:28 ChrisinVegas
10:28
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
LOL - the Mule!!!
Monday May 26, 2008 10:28 icelander
10:28
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Franzen retalliating....Nice
Monday May 26, 2008 10:28 Farce of the Penguins
10:29
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Why would they do that? The Wings need to play to win, not to retaliate.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:29 wingsnut19
10:29
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
no, it was not a suspendable offense. It is frustrated players who don't have a clue what to do
Monday May 26, 2008 10:29 Displaced Wings Fan
10:29
[Comment From jaadam4jaadam4: ] 
kick him !!!
Monday May 26, 2008 10:29 jaadam4
10:29
[Comment From canucksfancanucksfan: ] 
wings will win
Monday May 26, 2008 10:29 canucksfan
10:30
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
so let's look ahead...hasek is definitely gone...what is chelios' contract situation?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:30 frank
10:30
Michael Zuidema: 
Good times with the Internet, let me tell you. I apologize for my lack of posts. Many of you might not even care, of course.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:30 Michael Zuidema
10:30
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
Playoffs or not, I would still like to see a Gordie Howe Hat Trick
Monday May 26, 2008 10:30 Displaced Wings Fan
10:31
Michael Zuidema: 
If the Wings win the Cup, you can't help but wonder if Chelios will call it a career. It would certainly be a nice way to go out.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:31 Michael Zuidema
10:31
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Oh we care Mike. Welcome back, once again.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:31 wingsnut19
10:31
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
a second shut out will do the most to the pens psyche
Monday May 26, 2008 10:31 icelander
10:31
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Fighting at this point only helps the Pens. Let them goon it up, then they can watch our team hoist the Cup.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:31 Jim
10:31
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
ugh, i'm tired of these wec promos
Monday May 26, 2008 10:31 frank
10:31
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
thank god that ends with the end of vs coverage
Monday May 26, 2008 10:31 frank
10:32
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
welcome back MZ
Monday May 26, 2008 10:32 icelander
10:32
Michael Zuidema: 
Good to see Franzen return to the ice. No matter who's playing, you never want to see guys get injured.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:32 Michael Zuidema
10:32
[Comment From amTASTICamTASTIC: ] 
score and time?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:32 amTASTIC
10:32
Michael Zuidema: 
Wings up 3-0 with just over 6 minutes remaining.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:32 Michael Zuidema
10:32
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
as much as I love watching Cheli play, I would love to see him on the bench coaching rookie Defensemen
Monday May 26, 2008 10:32 Displaced Wings Fan
10:32
Michael Zuidema: 
I wonder if he would even be interested in that.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:32 Michael Zuidema
10:33
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
Once we hit the 16 minute mark, I do not want to see our top line out there
Monday May 26, 2008 10:33 icelander
10:33
[Comment From amTASTICamTASTIC: ] 
yes
Monday May 26, 2008 10:33 amTASTIC
10:33
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
in fact, I'm more then happy to see cleary and drapes for the rest of the game
Monday May 26, 2008 10:33 icelander
10:33
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I think Cheli should retire. Ericsson seems ready to step in.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:33 wingsnut19
10:33
Michael Zuidema: 
Or even Meech or Quincey. The Wings have some nice young defensemen stored up. That let's them take their time with Kindl.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:33 Michael Zuidema
10:33
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
i dunno...the atmosphere in pittsburgh will be crazy...until a road team wins, nothing's really going on
Monday May 26, 2008 10:33 frank
10:33
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Won't Chelios move back to Chicago? Can't see him staying in Detroit.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:33 Jim
10:34
Michael Zuidema: 
Nah, I think he likes Malibu too much. Can't say I blame him.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:34 Michael Zuidema
10:34
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
Cheli was great coaching youth hockey in Chi-town. My son loved to play for him
Monday May 26, 2008 10:34 Displaced Wings Fan
10:35
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
whats with the suspect mention of a player suspention?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:35 Guest
10:35
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
No way should Chelli retire! As long as he is playing, my NHL dream remains alive! (I'm 42)
Monday May 26, 2008 10:35 icelander
10:35
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
He'll probably follow his son whereever he plays....
Monday May 26, 2008 10:35 Jim
10:35
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
True enough. Meech looked great in the games he played, and Quincey is a force defensively. Kindl will definitely need another year in the AHL.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:35 wingsnut19
10:35
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
He lives in Malibu in the off-season. Read an article about the "Malibu Mob" today, apparently there is a league of celebrities in Malibu who do physical training together, including Cheli. o_O
Monday May 26, 2008 10:35 CW
10:35
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Cheli has made DET his home. He even moved his parents here
Monday May 26, 2008 10:35 Farce of the Penguins
10:35
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
i would think he'd be a great coach
Monday May 26, 2008 10:35 frank
10:36
[Comment From ChrisinVegasChrisinVegas: ] 
I think Chelios should become a coach. I gotta think with 6 coaching openings we're going to lose one of our assistant coaches. He should join Babcock behind the bench.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:36 ChrisinVegas
10:36
[Comment From AdminAdmin: ] 
Go pens oh well...
Monday May 26, 2008 10:36 Admin
10:36
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
so who are the goalies next year? ozzie & howard?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:36 frank
10:36
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Cheli is a class act. That would be great if he would coach here.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:36 Jim
10:36
[Comment From alal: ] 
let the man play
Monday May 26, 2008 10:36 al
10:36
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
Pistons up 61-50 tigers still scoreless
Monday May 26, 2008 10:36 arrowinhudsy
10:36
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
I think so, unless Howard really blows it in camp.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:36 wingsnut19
10:37
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
Stuart a +3 tonight... think he's going to be the first star?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:37 CW
10:37
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Larsson might challenge for the back-up job too.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:37 wingsnut19
10:37
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
can we get one more?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:37 Displaced Wings Fan
10:37
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Stuart is definitely the top star of this game, IMO.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:37 wingsnut19
10:37
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
play for the shuy-out
Monday May 26, 2008 10:37 icelander
10:38
[Comment From IsphetIsphet: ] 
I don't think that the Wings beleive Howard is the guy. he will be a backup next year to Ozzie, but unless he shows well in cleanup duty I think we will trade for another goalie
Monday May 26, 2008 10:38 Isphet
10:38
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
my prediction empty netter by Osgood
Monday May 26, 2008 10:38 arrowinhudsy
10:38
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Wow, they are definitely targetting Franzens head. Thats just rotten.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:38 wingsnut19
10:38
[Comment From Pens PowerPens Power: ] 
too bad
Monday May 26, 2008 10:38 Pens Power
10:38
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Heh, too bad eh. Class exemplified.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:38 wingsnut19
10:39
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Man,they're really going after Franzen. Cheapshots are the only ones they can make.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:39 Farce of the Penguins
10:39
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
Ken Holland admitted recently that he doesn't believe in pouring money into the goalie position. I doubt we would give up anything meaningful for a goalie with Ozzie and a probable solid choice in Howard.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:39 CW
10:39
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
Pens are gunning for Franzen. Third time I saw him get hit in the head. I would like the league to at least warn the Pens
Monday May 26, 2008 10:39 Displaced Wings Fan
10:39
[Comment From CapsFanCapsFan: ] 
So is the score still 3-0?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:39 CapsFan
10:39
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
yes 3-0 with 2 min left
Monday May 26, 2008 10:39 Displaced Wings Fan
10:39
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
well i've heard mixed opinions of howard...not sure if he's ready to be up here all year
Monday May 26, 2008 10:39 frank
10:39
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Wings need to keep the top guys off the ice. This isn't good.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:39 wingsnut19
10:40
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
dunno...if it's another shutout, may be ozzie
Monday May 26, 2008 10:40 frank
10:40
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
agree
Monday May 26, 2008 10:40 icelander
10:40
Michael Zuidema: 
I really hope the Pittsburgh Internet connection works better. I apologize again. Obviously, the Wings are going to hold on. Thanks to everyone that took part. I hope to read you all for Game 3.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:40 Michael Zuidema
10:40
[Comment From CapsFanCapsFan: ] 
I would love to see the Pens called out for their bad behavior as well, but I'm not holding my breath.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:40 CapsFan
10:40
[Comment From Displaced Wings FanDisplaced Wings Fan: ] 
well, my grandmother might be able to be in net if the Wings could keep the shots down around 10 per game
Monday May 26, 2008 10:40 Displaced Wings Fan
10:40
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
nah, i doubt pittsburgh will go en
Monday May 26, 2008 10:40 frank
10:40
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Thanks Mike, this was fun.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:40 Jim
10:41
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
they didn't last game down 3-0 late
Monday May 26, 2008 10:41 frank
10:41
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
i agree...i think the days of getting old veteran goalies are over
Monday May 26, 2008 10:41 frank
10:41
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Definitely great discussion.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:41 wingsnut19
10:41
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
I'm sure Fairy Melrose will call pittsburg out for their dirty play.lol
Monday May 26, 2008 10:41 Farce of the Penguins
10:42
Michael Zuidema: 
Chippy much?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 Michael Zuidema
10:42
[Comment From amTASTICamTASTIC: ] 
how much time?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 amTASTIC
10:42
Michael Zuidema: 
And here we go. Franzen mixing it up and everything.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 Michael Zuidema
10:42
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
wtf... the Pens are just dirty.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 wingsnut19
10:42
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
thanks Mike
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 arrowinhudsy
10:42
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Datsyuk, fight??
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 wingsnut19
10:42
Josh Slagter: 
1 minute left... brawl on the ice.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 Josh Slagter
10:42
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
nice effort defensively...wins championships u know!
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 icelander
10:42
Josh Slagter: 
Fighting has stopped
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 Josh Slagter
10:42
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
Yikes. 1:08 left, big scrap in the corner. Roberts punched Datsyuk a couple times.. got it right back.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 CW
10:42
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Why is Pavel on the ice right now?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:42 wingsnut19
10:43
[Comment From ArdenArden: ] 
You make us proud in, Michigan, Go Wing S
Monday May 26, 2008 10:43 Arden
10:43
[Comment From CapsFanCapsFan: ] 
Yes, the Pens are dirty. That is why we Caps Fans say Go Red Wings!
Monday May 26, 2008 10:43 CapsFan
10:43
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Pavel is really showing me something during these playoffs.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:43 Jim
10:43
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
like I said, maltby, cleary, and draper should've been out there
Monday May 26, 2008 10:43 icelander
10:43
[Comment From Pens PowerPens Power: ] 
Caps fans, get a life!
Monday May 26, 2008 10:43 Pens Power
10:44
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Heh, I take it you're not enjoying the game, Pens Power?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:44 wingsnut19
10:44
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
no reason for dats to be on the ice
Monday May 26, 2008 10:44 Guest
10:44
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
Eight-legged cephalopod alert.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:44 CW
10:44
[Comment From alal: ] 
can't play lilke a pro be a penguin
Monday May 26, 2008 10:44 al
10:44
[Comment From PPasickPPasick: ] 
My husband's at the game, and I'm tired. Who's ahead?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:44 PPasick
10:44
Josh Slagter: 
3-0 wings
Monday May 26, 2008 10:44 Josh Slagter
10:44
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
If you can't play, I guess you fight.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:44 Jim
10:44
[Comment From CapsFanCapsFan: ] 
Aww.... I'm not trolling. I'm happy for the RW to win.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:44 CapsFan
10:45
[Comment From Pens PowerPens Power: ] 
we'll be back, glad to see that brawl
Monday May 26, 2008 10:45 Pens Power
10:45
[Comment From Farce of the PenguinsFarce of the Penguins: ] 
Pens Power...That's an oxy-moron from a moron
Monday May 26, 2008 10:45 Farce of the Penguins
10:45
[Comment From PPasickPPasick: ] 
Terrific. Third period: how much time left?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:45 PPasick
10:45
Josh Slagter: 
1 minute
Monday May 26, 2008 10:45 Josh Slagter
10:45
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
You'll be back, maybe in 2009
Monday May 26, 2008 10:45 Jim
10:45
[Comment From alal: ] 
pens power wings in 5 ha ha
Monday May 26, 2008 10:45 al
10:45
[Comment From Pens PowerPens Power: ] 
yeah, and for the next decade
Monday May 26, 2008 10:45 Pens Power
10:45
Michael Zuidema: 
Great game by Franzen and Osgood. Those two really stood out for me tonight.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:45 Michael Zuidema
10:46
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Ehn, the series isn't over. Pens still haven't lost at home.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:46 wingsnut19
10:46
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
1945 toronto ...4 shut outs to win the cup
Monday May 26, 2008 10:46 icelander
10:46
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
Hey, Pens Power, tell your team to try scoring....
Monday May 26, 2008 10:46 Jim
10:46
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
credit to penspower for staying on during the whooping
Monday May 26, 2008 10:46 arrowinhudsy
10:46
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Not Stuart, Mike?
Monday May 26, 2008 10:46 wingsnut19
10:47
[Comment From ridetherapidridetherapid: ] 
Solid start. goodnight from G-Rap.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:47 ridetherapid
10:47
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
Hehe, great sign. "Waddle home Penguins"
Monday May 26, 2008 10:47 CW
10:47
[Comment From GuestGuest: ] 
Another wings lesson to the bird boys
Monday May 26, 2008 10:47 Guest
10:47
Josh Slagter: 
game over.. 3-0 wings
Monday May 26, 2008 10:47 Josh Slagter
10:48
[Comment From wingsnut19wingsnut19: ] 
Great game guys. Night all.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:48 wingsnut19
10:48
[Comment From Pens PowerPens Power: ] 
Things will be different once we leave the city of carjacking
Monday May 26, 2008 10:48 Pens Power
10:48
[Comment From PPasickPPasick: ] 
AT $350/ticket, I guess my husband got his money's worth. Go Wings!
Monday May 26, 2008 10:48 PPasick
10:48
[Comment From DebbieDebbie: ] 
woot
Monday May 26, 2008 10:48 Debbie
10:48
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
air superiority....easy to beat a flightless bird
Monday May 26, 2008 10:48 icelander
10:48
[Comment From CWCW: ] 
You know what's sick? Ozzie had fewer saves in these two games than Dan Ellis in Game 5 of the first round.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:48 CW
10:48
[Comment From JimJim: ] 
OK , Pens Power, I guess if talk were goals your team would be up 2-0
Monday May 26, 2008 10:48 Jim
10:49
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
Credit gies to the Wings - D.....
Monday May 26, 2008 10:49 icelander
10:49
[Comment From arrowinhudsyarrowinhudsy: ] 
greatone penn. carjacking. As if Pittsburg was anything great!
Monday May 26, 2008 10:49 arrowinhudsy
10:50
[Comment From frankfrank: ] 
well i still think the series is over...pens have to win 4 of 5
Monday May 26, 2008 10:50 frank
10:50
[Comment From icelandericelander: ] 
g-night all...wel done !
Monday May 26, 2008 10:50 icelander
10:51
Josh Slagter: 
SCORING SUMMARY
1st Period
06:55
Brad Stuart,   Slap Shot  -   Assists:   Valtteri Filppula

11:18
Tomas Holmstrom,   Tip-In  -   Assists:   Henrik Zetterberg

2nd Period
   NONE

3rd Period
08:48
Valtteri Filppula,   Wrist Shot  -   Assists:   Johan Franzen   and   Brad Stuart
Monday May 26, 2008 10:51 Josh Slagter
10:51
Josh Slagter: 
OK folks. Thanks for being part of this live blog. We'll see if we can get Mike a better connection for Game 3. Good night.
Monday May 26, 2008 10:51 Josh Slagter
10:52
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