Redder Winger
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It is indeed. Really advise becoming a member to Wings fans.
I don't.
Unless they improve, I won't be re-subbing.
The analytics articles are a mess.
And Craig's analysis sugarcoats things.
I can get that analysis for free from St. James of the world.
Of all people, Krupa had the best article recently.
http://www.detroitnews.com/story/sp...d-think-ahead-process-isnt-working/108700394/
Make or break time began the second week of November. The stretch ended Friday with the Red Wings lying four points behind the Bruins for the playoffs, while Boston had three games in hand. Their goal differential is minus-17. The Wings went 4-5-6 in the 15-game stretch, ending with their second win in regulation in four weeks, 3-1, over the Maple Leafs.
Instead of improving playoff prospects, the 15 games proved a profound puzzlement. It also provides a signpost.
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Having chosen to compete for the playoffs while fashioning scant revitalization of the lineup, the Wings long ago lent considerable credibility to the argument they have frittered time.
The continue to do so.
By not leaving the playoffs to clubs better able to support the effort, they are not playing young players as much as they should.
They have not advantageously moved one of their goalies.
They have not stripped the roster of a bit of its congealed salary fat.
Someone in the Detroit media has balls.
And it's not Craig "I'm trying to sell my book" Custance.