GDT: Wings at Kraken | February 18

[datsyukfan]

Vrana is exactly what the doctor ordered for team. Doesn’t matter which line he gets slotted onto. Sit Sunny for him and get it over with already

I definitely don’t disagree that could be a great low pressure landing spot for him. He’s had great chemistry with Zadina. 4th line/3rd d pair matchups could be intriguing too

 

[JediOrderPizza]

It would be wild if they waive Vrana again once Raymond comes back.

 

[norrisnick]

It would be wild if they waive Vrana again once Raymond comes back.

Likely outcome at this point. In the morning skate interview Lalonde keeps referring to Vrana as the #13 as to why he's up and yet not playing.

 

[dalem177]

"Things with tentacles tend to be pretty chewy, but tonight the Wings might have enough bite in them to take on Seattle's Kraken, who've thrashed their way into a playoff spot. Assuming that the worst-case scenario of the home team treating the visitors like a bunch of anime schoolgirls doesn't materialize, Detroit has a chance to close in on the Capitals and their 3rd place wildcard perch, which is looking like a mighty nice place to be right now." - Plausible Keats

 

[GreatGordie9]

Vrana is exactly what the doctor ordered for team. Doesn’t matter which line he gets slotted onto. Sit Sunny for him and get it over with already

Win tonight would obviously be huge. I think we are going to get quite a bit of help from the other 5 possibly losing today.

Florida got smoked 7-3, Islanders trailing big time against Boston for starters. Lets just win the game boys.

 

[The Red Line]

is it though?

the Wings have been outshot 80-47 in their last 2 games

That's also what happens when you get a lead against desperate teams who are trying to tie the game up. The shots against shouldn't be that worrying especially if you watched the games.

 

[TheOtherOne]

This shit's too late for me, can y'all keep up the streak without me?

 

[The Red Line]

Pens and Isles both losing their games right now. Florida lost today. Caps with a tough game later against the Canes. Huge opportunity to gain some more ground tonight.

 

[ricky0034]

That's also what happens when you get a lead against desperate teams who are trying to tie the game up. The shots against shouldn't be that worrying especially if you watched the games.

eh kind of

but it's tough to argue that "they're winning" is a rational argument for not playing someone like Vrana rather than some weird superstition thing when they keep getting outshot 2-1

 

[acetehubernoob]

I f***ing hate superstitious dumbasses

Ok I'm adding this mid way thru my post, I'm very high and I'm finding difficulty putting thoughts to words so apologies if my wording is weird.

Sitting anyone part of a winning streak for another player (besides a superstar) would send a really bad message to the locker room. It's possible they brought him up to play not expecting to win every game on this road trip.

 

[The Red Line]

eh kind of

but it's tough to argue that "they're winning" is a rational argument for not playing someone like Vrana rather than some weird superstition thing when they keep getting outshot 2-1

I don't disagree with the Vrana part necessarily, though I can understand the thought process at least. I was just trying to put some context into the shots for/against argument. It's not like they've been playing badly and getting lucky wins.

 

[norrisnick]

Ok I'm adding this mid way thru my post, I'm very high and I'm finding difficulty putting thoughts to words so apologies if my wording is weird.

Sitting anyone part of a winning streak for another player (besides a superstar) would send a really bad message to the locker room. It's possible they brought him up to play not expecting to win every game on this road trip.

They brought Walman back in mid streak. And I guarantee you they'll bring in Raymond if he gets healthy and we haven't lost. They've played both goalies.

So it's not even honest superstition. They're using it as an excuse.

This shit's too late for me, can y'all keep up the streak without me?

We lose and you're not here, you're getting the blame.

 

[TheOtherOne]

I'm sorry but the idea that our bottom half bubble team can't afford to sit a single winger to squeeze in a 30 goal scorer just because they have a cute little winning streak is flat out insane.

I'm done giving the benefit of the doubt. Refusing to give Vrana some 4th line minutes right now is just plain stupid.

 

[theYman]

I agree. This Vrana situation is getting weirder. Why is he up with the team?? Put him in for Sundqvist.. I thought they were supposed to sit him on back to backs the other night anyway.

 

[Pizza!Pizza!]

This shit's too late for me, can y'all keep up the streak without me?

DM your address and Ill mail you some coffee.

 

[lilidk]

Vrana is exactly what the doctor ordered for team. Doesn’t matter which line he gets slotted onto. Sit Sunny for him and get it over with already

Team been told that Vrana will only play if they lose game, they probably don't want him to play

 

[DatsDeking]

Aiming to stay up for this one. Been a long week but I’m excited to see Seattle in all its glory against us.

 

[Perfect Human]

traveling and in michigan. can I watch on ESPN+/HULU or do I have to watch on TV?

 

[norrisnick]

traveling and in michigan. can I watch on ESPN+/HULU or do I have to watch on TV?

It might recognize your ip unless it works off your billing address.

 

[Perfect Human]

It might recognize your ip unless it works off your billing address.

Thanks, Ill see what happens.

 

[Bench]

It might recognize your ip unless it works off your billing address.

Pretty sure it's based on IP location based on my experience. When I'm in Michigan, no Wings for me. In Minnesota, yay Wings.

Last time I was in Michigan and wanted to watch a game fast on the TV, I signed up for the free Bally Sports trial. And it was pretty subpar so I'm not surprised they aren't making money.

 

[Perfect Human]

Pretty sure it's based on IP location based on my experience. When I'm in Michigan, no Wings for me. In Minnesota, yay Wings.

Last time I was in Michigan and wanted to watch a game fast on the TV, I signed up for the free Bally Sports trial. And it was pretty subpar so I'm not surprised they aren't making money.

So try and find it on the TV?

 

[norrisnick]

So try and find it on the TV?

Or see if you can get a trial on a VPN service?

 

[TheOtherOne]

DM your address and Ill mail you some coffee.

123 Fake St, Detroit MI

 

[KJoe88]

Just win. Win.

Also, we wield the tentacles, not them. It’s outrageous!!!