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Red Wings forward Jason Williams leaves game with injury
freep.com — TORONTO -- Red Wings forward Jason Williams left early in the second period of Saturday's game at Air Canada Centre after suffering a fractured fibula. Mike Babcock estimated Williams said "it's got to be eight weeks, two months" when asked how long ... (more) Red Wings forward Jason Williams leaves game with injury
Now What?
Now What?
detroit4lyfe.com — I don't even know what to say at this point. I guess tonight I learned what a kick to the balls feels like. After the off season the Wings had, the start of this season, the Johan Franzen torn ACL, and now this. I am convinced the team is full of secret puppy kickers. It's the only thing ... (more) Now What?
Glows and Blows
hockeyheidi.wordpress.com — Week 1 of the NHL season is nearing its end. Here’s my votes for the week: Glows- The Detroit Red Wings who won last night agains the Washington Capitals despite the devastating loss of winger Johan Franzen. Center Valtteri Filppula and LW Ville Leino proved the depth of the Wings is not ... (more) Glows and Blows
Wings' Kronwall: Don't panic without Franzen
freep.com — The news is sad, but Red Wings defenseman Niklas Kronwall said there's no need to panic that forward Johan Franzen is out at least four months with a torn anterior cruciate ligament. "It's a big disappointment, I feel really bad for him," Kronwall ... (more) Wings' Kronwall: Don't panic without Franzen
Frustration in Fantasy Hockey
Frustration in Fantasy Hockey
mynhltraderumors.com — There are 2 things in fantasy hockey pools that can be so frustrating, injuries and shutouts. Long term injuries to key players, especially early on in the season, can be really frustrating. In the 1st week and half fantasy players have seen Andre Markov and Johan Franzen go on the shelf for up ... (more) Frustration in Fantasy Hockey
Top 15 NHL Power Forwards
Top 15 NHL Power Forwards
thehockeywriters.com — Size, strength and skill; they are three cornerstones capable of catapulting a player to stardom. You don’t find many excellent NHL power forwards which is why the majority of them captain their squads. Why that is? Their talent goes well beyond goals and assists. If they’re in the midst of ... (more) Top 15 NHL Power Forwards
Thomas Vanek could be out “weeks”
crashthecrease.com — It could have been their most impressive win of the season. It definitely was their most costly. After the Sabres beat the Red Wings 6-2 on Tuesday night, coach Lindy Ruff said that forward Thomas Vanek could be out “weeks” following an undisclosed upper body injury. Vanek ... (more) Thomas Vanek could be out “weeks”
“Weeks” for Vanek, Liles, Toskala and Salo Injuries
“Weeks” for Vanek, Liles, Toskala and Salo Injuries
dailyfaceoff.com — We’ve already seen Andrei Markov go down early in the season, then we learned about Johan Franzen and Daniel Sedin going down over the weekend. Now, you can add a few more injuries that could possible affect your fantasy rosters. Unfortunately it’s a little too early to tell the ... (more) “Weeks” for Vanek, Liles, Toskala and Salo Injuries
Minor Injuries: Datsyuk, Kronwall Skip Skate; More Franzen Details
Minor Injuries: Datsyuk, Kronwall Skip Skate; More Franzen Details
onthewingsblog.com — Ansar Khan reports that Pavel Datsyuk and Nik Kronwall skipped practice today with what are apparently minor injuries. Datsyuk’s is “upper body” and Kronwall’s is “lower body.” Both are being tested, but both are expected to be in the lineup tomorrow.  ... (more) Minor Injuries: Datsyuk, Kronwall Skip Skate; More ...
Red Wings' Pavel Datsyuk (upper-body injury) sent for tests; Chris Osgood to start Thursday
mlive.com — DETROIT -- Update from Wednesday's practice:Pavel Datsyuk did not skate due to an unspecified upper-body injury sustained in Tuesday's 6-2 loss at Buffalo. Coach Mike Babcock said Datsyuk and defenseman Niklas Kronwall (leg), who also didn't skate, ... (more) Red Wings' Pavel Datsyuk (upper-body injury) sent for ...
Early-season injuries force roster juggling, but create opportunities
Early-season injuries force roster juggling, but create opportunities
thehockeywriters.com — Daniel Sedin, Johan Franzen, Erik Cole Photos courtesy of Mcphersonm80 and Dan4th Nicholas – Wikimedia Commons – Vancouver Canuck Daniel Sedin, one half of the Wonder Twins, had missed exactly one game in his last five full seasons. He will be out four to six weeks after ... (more) Early-season injuries force roster juggling, but create ...
Pavel Datsyuk day to day
crashthecrease.com — The Wings, already without Johan Franzen, may have to play without Pavel Datsyuk, who is day to day with an upper-body injury. An MRI on Wednesday showed “nothing significant,” general manager Ken Holland said. Niklas Kronwall (sore leg) also missed practice, but is confident ... (more) Pavel Datsyuk day to day
Is it time for a Red Alert?
freep.com — It speaks to the standard the Red Wings have set that a 2-3 start can cause such urgency. The Wings spent Wednesday's practice reviewing their system and skating hard, hoping that will lead to a better outing tonight when the team hosts the 4-2 Kings. ... (more) Is it time for a Red Alert?
Johan Franzen hopes to be healed up for Games
freep.com — Johan Franzen ambled around the dressing room Wednesday much like it was any other day. Yet instead of suiting up for the Red Wings tonight he'll be getting on a plane and flying to Birmingham, Ala., where on Friday he'll have surgery to repair his ... (more) Johan Franzen hopes to be healed up for Games
Blues, Wings Flat Since Sweden
Blues, Wings Flat Since Sweden
nhl.fanhouse.com — by Susan Slusser Niklas Kronwall and Erik Johnson , defensemen for the Red Wings and Blues respectively, both enjoyed opening the season in Sweden. Like many of Detroit's players, Kronwall is from there, while Johnson was happy St. Louis took both ... (more) Blues, Wings Flat Since Sweden
Sporting News
sportingnews.com — DETROIT -- The Red Wings played tonight without Pavel Datsyuk, who is day to day with an upper body injury. They're already missing Johan Franzen, who tore up his knee. But fans in Detroit got a reminder tonight why the Red Wings should be able to ... (more) Sporting News
Franzen Surgery Successful
Franzen Surgery Successful
onthewingsblog.com — So says Chris Johnston , CP reporter, on Twitter. Good news, for sure. No word yet on any adjusted prognosis, but expect “at least 4 months” to be adjusted soon. (more) Franzen Surgery Successful
Red Wings VP Jimmy Devellano on Fan 590: Wings fans should lower expectations
blog.mlive.com — Red Wings vice president Jimmy Devellano spoke to The Fan 590's Roger Lajoie on Friday night, discussing everything from struggling franchises in the sunbelt to the economic difficulties all teams in the United States face, Detroit included (Devellano ... (more) Red Wings VP Jimmy Devellano on Fan 590: Wings fans ...