Don'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, 2009Coach Babcock has evolved with Wings
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comWe know Detroit has excelled at drafting, developing and assembling championship rosters. But one can't overlook coach Mike Babcock and the job he has done behind the bench.
Story | Conversation | June 08, 2009Checking in from Detroit: Hossa one game closer to elusive Stanley Cup
Pierre LeBrunDETROIT -- Marian Hossa is one win away from telling the world he made the right decision. Or two losses away from being second-guessed by everyone in...
Blog Entry | Conversation | June 07, 2009Is it closing time for Red Wings?
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe Wings are one win away from the Stanley Cup and ready to call it a night. The Penguins hope to get two more rounds in before last call. Who will take Lord Stanley home?
Story | Conversation | June 07, 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, 2009What to watch for in Game 4: Lineup changes, Pens' scoring, Wings' fatigue
Pierre LeBrun...time decision) obviously would be a huge boost for Detroit, don't underestimate the return of Kris Draper. The veteran forward is a key faceoff guy and will help Detroit's sagging penalty kill...
Blog Entry | Conversation | June 04, 2009These Wings were brought up right
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comYes, yes, we've examined how Detroit has built its teams through savvy draft selections. But just as important is how the Wings are developing that talent.
Story | Conversation | June 01, 2009Babcock says he 'misspoke' about Sidney Crosby
Pierre LeBrun...wrestle around a bit. It's an NHL game, guys are just being physical." Wings' lineup Kris Draper (groin) could have possibly returned for Game 2, but as Wings GM Ken Holland pointed out...
Blog Entry | Conversation | May 31, 2009After today's practice, Pavel Datsyuk doesn't look ready to return
Pierre LeBrun...body) was on the ice along with Hart Trophy nominee Pavel Datsyuk (foot) and veteran forward Kris Draper (groin). Star winger Marian Hossa, who banged up his right knee in Game 5 of the...
Blog Entry | Conversation | May 29, 2009Red Wings disappointed with schedule
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comWith just two full days to recharge before the Stanley Cup finals begin, the injury-riddled Detroit Red Wings were not hiding their feelings about the finals schedule being moved up.
Story | Conversation | May 28, 2009First-period report: Huet terrific; Hawks need to stay out of box
Pierre LeBrun...and was replaced in the lineup by Derek Meech. Already without Nicklas Lidstrom, Pavel Datsyuk and Kris Draper, the defending Cup champs are being challenged in their bid to punch their ticket to the...
Blog Entry | Conversation | May 27, 2009The mood in the room before tonight's Game 5
Pierre LeBrun...at the beginning. Datsyuk skated briefly in a track suit this morning. Lidstrom did not skate. Kris Draper (groin) also is out. On the Hawks' side, coach Joel Quenneville wasted no time. "Khabby, not...
Blog Entry | Conversation | May 27, 2009Wings win, but is there anything left?
Pierre LeBrun, ESPN.comThe Red Wings' depth helped them advance to the Cup finals on Wednesday night, but their tank is near empty.
Story | Conversation | May 27, 2009Will Red Wings be able to seal deal in Game 5? Recent history says no
Pierre LeBrunDETROIT -- Center Pavel Datsyuk, defenseman Nicklas Lidstrom and forward Kris Draper did not skate Tuesday at Joe Louis Arena. Draper (groin) is definitely out for Game 5...
Blog Entry | Conversation | May 26, 2009What will the Red Wings look like in Post-Lidstrom Era?
Pierre LeBrun...did not practice Monday, but Babcock delivered an update on some of his injured players, notably Kris Draper (groin), Pavel Datsyuk (foot) and Lidstrom (lower body). "Draper won't be playing [in Game 5...
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