Go Wings!
Apr 14, 2014 17:41:12 #
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Apr 14, 2014 18:02:29 #
pigpen wrote:
You might make it out of Boston, but your trip will end in Pittsburgh. :thumbup:
If Pittsburgh makes it out of the first round :D. Seriously, the fact that Detroit made the playoffs this year is quite an accomplishment. If Babcock isn't named the couch of the year this year there is no justice.
Apr 15, 2014 08:20:51 #
Apr 15, 2014 11:42:24 #
I have been a Wings fan since the early 50's and attended many games at the old Olympia. I am so excited that they made it to the playoffs again.
Apr 15, 2014 12:03:11 #
I started watching them in 1988 when we finally got cable and I was able to watch on TV. It's been one heck of a ride.
I think its funny how us sports fans put up with so much disappointment and still put our hearts on the line with our team. As good as the Wings have been in the last twenty five years or so, they've only won the cup four times. Of course that's more than any of the other teams but it's still a pretty low percentage. But, I'm afraid I can't help myself.
I think its funny how us sports fans put up with so much disappointment and still put our hearts on the line with our team. As good as the Wings have been in the last twenty five years or so, they've only won the cup four times. Of course that's more than any of the other teams but it's still a pretty low percentage. But, I'm afraid I can't help myself.
Apr 15, 2014 16:01:58 #
Apr 16, 2014 18:34:08 #
We also are dealing with issues, like Malkin.
A few years back, my wife and I were at the Finger Lakes. We called a local brewpub and asked if the playoff game (Pens v Wings) would be on a tv there at the bar. When we arrived, the bartender informed us that there is usually a couple, formerly from Detroit, that watches the games there because they don't even own a tv. Sure enough, they showed up sitting next to us. By all of our attires, there was no guessing who everyone was cheering for. This is not an issue for us, as sports and beer were all about having fun to us. I introduce us, we talk, I even buy a round of beers. They were a nice couple, although quite subdued as the Pens were in charge most of the time. Their personalities switched with the momentum of the game. The Wings came back and won, and they had become quite rude.
It's not like I needed another reason to hate the Wings.
A few years back, my wife and I were at the Finger Lakes. We called a local brewpub and asked if the playoff game (Pens v Wings) would be on a tv there at the bar. When we arrived, the bartender informed us that there is usually a couple, formerly from Detroit, that watches the games there because they don't even own a tv. Sure enough, they showed up sitting next to us. By all of our attires, there was no guessing who everyone was cheering for. This is not an issue for us, as sports and beer were all about having fun to us. I introduce us, we talk, I even buy a round of beers. They were a nice couple, although quite subdued as the Pens were in charge most of the time. Their personalities switched with the momentum of the game. The Wings came back and won, and they had become quite rude.
It's not like I needed another reason to hate the Wings.
Apr 16, 2014 18:53:01 #
pigpen wrote:
We also are dealing with issues, like Malkin. br... (show quote)
Well, for the record pigpen, I don't hate you :). You guys have a great team in Pittsburgh and I'll say it even though you spoiled the fun in 09'. Fans can get a little too invested in their team sometimes regardless of the city or team. Good luck to you guys, unless we meet in the playoffs, then all bets are off! :D
Apr 17, 2014 17:47:46 #
Dave Johnson wrote:
Well, for the record pigpen, I don't hate you :). You guys have a great team in Pittsburgh and I'll say it even though you spoiled the fun in 09'. Fans can get a little too invested in their team sometimes regardless of the city or team. Good luck to you guys, unless we meet in the playoffs, then all bets are off! :D
Ditto.
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