The Red Wings officially started another hockey season last night and they did so with a loss. It is hardly surprising as it is hard to begin one season while still saying good-bye to the last. Looking shiny and bruise-free (with the exception of Lidstrom who is already sporting a broken nose and numerous stitches from an injury in the preseason) they watched yet another banner be hoisted into the rafters of the Joe, proclaiming them the Stanley Cup Champions. All of their numerous trophies were on display on the ice along with Lord Stanley for the audience to view. Meanwhile Toronto watched and coveted.
Then, of course, the ice was wiped clean, the puck was dropped, and the Wings are asked to do it all over again. And the so-called experts on television start right back up where they left off last year saying the Wings are too old, and it is impossible to repeat. And I watch the Leafs gun for them through this first game like rabid pit bulls scenting wounded prey, and I know teams will do this all season because they are the champions and this is hockey and, after all, this is how the game is played.
So, I will say this: Yeah, they were a little flat last night. Whoopee. Do you think that will effect a team with this kind of experience? So, you all still think they are old? Do you think they care at this point after proving you wrong repeatedly so many times? So, it is hard to repeat? Damn straight it is, but if any team in hockey can do it, I would put my money on this one..... it will all come down to injuries and, lets face it, the all important hockey gods. Bring on the doubters, bring on the Red Wing haters..... we have proven you wrong so many times before.... we do not mind doing it yet again. Oh, and thank you God for another hockey season! GO WINGS!
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