Zetterberg's career is over... So Sad

[TheMule93]

I assume we will run csptainless this season? Prob give it to Larkin in a year

 

[ArGarBarGar]

I assume we will run csptainless this season? Prob give it to Larkin in a year

If I am Detroit I am very careful about who gets the C next.

Yzerman
Lidstrom
Zetterberg

Those are huge shoes to fill.

 

[DeYarmond Edison]

One of my favorite goals ever.

 

[Datsyukian Deke]

If I am Detroit I am very careful about who gets the C next.

Yzerman
Lidstrom
Zetterberg

Those are huge shoes to fill.

For a new era moving forward, it has to be Larkin in my opinion. Giving it to Kronwall for 1 year would just be a waste when in reality Kronwall should be hanging them up too with his knee issues.

 

[ArGarBarGar]

For a new era moving forward, it has to be Larkin in my opinion. Giving it to Kronwall for 1 year would just be a waste when in reality Kronwall should be hanging them up too with his knee issues.

You don't have to give it to anyone immediately. Maybe next season when the Z-less Wings have an idea who is taking up the mantle, but not just yet.

 

[Tomas W]

Z to D, D to Z...just a memory now.

 

[lilidk]

he will be missed

 

[Lazlo Hollyfeld]

It's become a cliche phrase but when coaches talk about compete level, Zetterberg is the gold standard.

Even at 37 years old playing with a back so bad he couldn't practice, he managed to put up 56 points and be the second highest scorer on the team. The beard is strong...

Sad he didn't get to end it on his terms or hit 1,000 points but what a player. He should also have a Selke or two in addition to that Conn Smythe.

 

[StNickFan]

Very sad news... Say what you want about his decline but last season he was a warrior and ended his career a honorable way.

 

[TheMule93]

Yeah it's pretty unfathomable that he never won a Selke

 

[Bondurant]

The inevitable has happened. I was expecting this news for some time. Henrik, no doubt, want to make sure before calling it quits. It's not worthy of him to go out in this matter but health can be a liabity for an athlete.

Boss. Legend. Hall of Famer.

 

[Vladdy84]

Has a presss conference been announced? I can't wait to tear up with Z one last time. Would be great if Datsyuk would attend but that's highly unlikely.

 

[ElysiumAB]

Honestly, part of me is really happy I won't be watching a clearly hobbled Z be the heart of this team, playing more minutes than he should. His effort, even while clearly injured on the recent bad teams was remarkable - a true leader and one of the best Wings ever.

 

[Cyborg Yzerberg]

Yeah it's pretty unfathomable that he never won a Selke

Unquestionably should have won in 2008, imo.

 

[Unfriendly Ghost]

So, wait... this sounds more definitive than LTIRetirement. Are we going to have to eat the penalty? Surely you can't admit a guy is done playing, but then keep them on LTIR as though there's still a chance, right? The league would want that player to fill out retirement paperwork, I would imagine.

 

[BeersHockey]

So, wait... this sounds more definitive than LTIRetirement. Are we going to have to eat the penalty? Surely you can't admit a guy is done playing, but then keep them on LTIR as though there's still a chance, right? The league would want that player to fill out retirement paperwork, I would imagine.

Eh, look at Pronger - he was working for the league and still on LTIR. The only thing the league cares about is whether he is actually injured, or if it's a ploy to retire when the $$ goes way down (like Hossa).

 

[Larkin2AA]

I'm so sad. It's moments like these where you don't realize how great of a time you were in where you watch players like Datsyuk and now Zetterberg until they are gone . No player will ever replace that glorious bears and slicked back flow combination.


So, does Zetterberg go back home or does he work with the organization?

 

[ArGarBarGar]

So, wait... this sounds more definitive than LTIRetirement. Are we going to have to eat the penalty? Surely you can't admit a guy is done playing, but then keep them on LTIR as though there's still a chance, right? The league would want that player to fill out retirement paperwork, I would imagine.

They are considered retired only once they submit the proper paperwork.

 

[Unfriendly Ghost]

They are considered retired only once they submit the proper paperwork.

Right, but I'm saying the league might not allow the Wings to receive cap relief for a player who has publicly announced that they are retiring. LTIR is for players who still hope to play, is it not?

 

[Frk It]

Right, but I'm saying the league might not allow the Wings to receive cap relief for a player who has publicly announced that they are retiring. LTIR is for players who still hope to play, is it not?

The league employed someone who was on LTIR...

 

[Claypool]

Right, but I'm saying the league might not allow the Wings to receive cap relief for a player who has publicly announced that they are retiring. LTIR is for players who still hope to play, is it not?

Until he officially files his retirement papers there's nothing the league can do.

 

[tfong]

Farewell Z

 

[RedWingsfan55]

If I am Detroit I am very careful about who gets the C next.

Yzerman
Lidstrom
Zetterberg

Those are huge shoes to fill.

Agreed. But it HAS to be larkin right? Who else has the skill AND leadership?

Maybe raz. But I'm 90% sure its larkin.

 

[Lil Sebastian Cossa]

So, wait... this sounds more definitive than LTIRetirement. Are we going to have to eat the penalty? Surely you can't admit a guy is done playing, but then keep them on LTIR as though there's still a chance, right? The league would want that player to fill out retirement paperwork, I would imagine.

Hahahaha, you sweet summer child.

See: Chris Pronger. See: Johan Franzen. See: Marc Savard

 

[Run the Jewels]

Sorry to see his career end but I'm also am happy he's finally able to make the call. I never for a second lamented Lidstrom's retirement despite the fact he clearly could have helped the team. Z is one of the top 10ish Red Wings of all time and I've greatly enjoyed watching him play. Any time anyone has lingering health issues like Z and Mule I am probably more relieved than most when they finally retire - or LTIR. Thanks for the great career Z, it was tremendously enjoyable watching you, Pav and Homer take over the league.