Wings, Bruins 'sticking with the program'
Pierre LeBrun...there. But also, and perhaps more importantly, there are salary-cap considerations. With injuries to Kronwall, Johan Franzen, Valtteri Filppula, Jason Williams and Andreas Lilja, the Wings can't really take on more salary...
Blog Entry | Conversation | November 28, 2009How countries are coping with injuries
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe injury trend has had its effect on NHL teams, but what about the Olympic outlook? Some countries might not be able to fill the void if star players are out of commission.
Story | Conversation | November 25, 2009Penner 'staying classy' in Edmonton
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comDustin Penner's time in Edmonton has been filled with controversy since the Oilers signed him two years ago. But thanks to humor ("Anchorman"!) and, yes, better fitness, the power winger is finding his way.
Story | Conversation | October 28, 2009You vented ... I'm answering
Pierre LeBrunOK, puckheads, you have ranted, and I have listened. Now, sit back on the couch and let me soothe you with comforting words. Here are a few rants I re...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 27, 2009Kovy's other option, Hawks talks, latest with union
Pierre LeBrun...think the team will do trade-wise in the aftermath of the injury to star winger Johan Franzen. Most likely? Not much. The philosophy in the Wings' front office is they are rebuilding on...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 17, 2009Red Wings coach Mike Babcock on Johan Franzen injury: 'We just have to find a way'
Pierre LeBrun...Detroit Red Wings come in a close second with the stunning news Friday that star winger Johan Franzen would be out at least four months with a torn ACL in his left knee. "The...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 09, 2009Don't overlook Red Wings' signing of Brad May
Pierre LeBrunI apologize ahead of time for doing a second straight item on the Detroit Red Wings, but a move they finally made official on Thursday bears some thou...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 09, 2009Sure, it's early, but tonight's Hawks-Wings clash still carries weight for both sides
Pierre LeBrunNothing like an early-season test between Original Six rivals to get the juices flowing. Detroit hosts Chicago on Thursday night in its home opener a...
Blog Entry | Conversation | October 08, 2009Wonder why Red Wings are so quiet this July? It was all part of Detroit's plan
Pierre LeBrun...brain trust. Last season at camp in September, the Wings entered 2008-09 with Henrik Zetterberg, Johan Franzen, Hossa, Samuelsson and Tomas Kopecky all UFA-bound after the year and Jiri Hudler slated for...
Blog Entry | Conversation | July 06, 2009Second-period report: Penguins hang on after losing captain Sidney Crosby
Pierre LeBrun...downer on such a great platform for the game. But there was no foul play here. Johan Franzen simply finished his check and happened to catch Crosby awkwardly into the boards; the Pens' captain...
Blog Entry | Conversation | June 12, 2009Don't think this is the end for Detroit
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThere are many parallels between these Cup finals and the Islanders and Oilers in 1983-84, but this being the end of Detroit's greatness isn't one of them.
Story | Conversation | June 12, 2009Crosby on Penguins' bench to start 3rd
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comPittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby appeared to injure his left knee in a collision along the boards with Detroit Red Wings forward Johan Franzen.
Story | Conversation | June 12, 2009Second-period report: Penguins get rare shot production against Red Wings
Pierre LeBrun...against Henrik Zetterberg. Moments later, Osgood -- outstanding again tonight -- pulled off a veteran savvy move. Teammate Johan Franzen had just crashed into the boards and looked a little woozy. Problem is, it was an...
Blog Entry | Conversation | June 09, 2009Datsyuk returns ... and then some
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comPavel Datsyuk returned to the Wings' lineup Saturday night, and boy did the Hart Trophy nominee make quite the statement.
Story | Conversation | June 06, 2009First-period report: Flying start to Game 5; Datsyuk looks strong
Pierre LeBrun...skate this morning, Datsyuk instead played the first period with Henrik Zetterberg and Daniel Cleary, while Johan Franzen joined Filppula and Hossa. Datsyuk, making his return after missing seven games, showed no signs of...
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