| Franzen out for Game 5 | Friday 5/16, 3:54 PM CT |
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Johan Franzen will not suit up for the Wings on Saturday when the Wings try to eliminate the Stars due to concussion-like symptoms, according to the Associated Press. "He's been cleared for light workouts, but nothing more. “He’s going to have to practice with us for a few days and feel good the next day before he plays again,” GM Ken Holland said.
Our View: Since Franzen went down the Wings power-play is 0-for-15, but obviously the bigger concern is Franzen's health. Given the fact that the Wings should be able to dispose of the Stars without him, there is no reason to rush him back anyway. |
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| Roberts dealing with pneumonia | Friday 5/16, 10:58 AM CT |
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Gary Roberts had denied that he had a case of pneumonia, but he's now confirmed that that is in fact what he is dealing with, according to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. The veteran said it is the third time in the past two years he has had that illness. "I've got to make sure it doesn't get escalated to the point where I'm in the hospital, like I was two summers ago," he said.
Our View: Consider Roberts out indefinitely until further notice. |
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| Timonen could return Sunday | Friday 5/16, 10:52 AM CT |
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Kimmo Timonen is going to skate on his own today with the hopes of playing as early as Sunday in Pittsburgh, according to the Courier Post. It had been thought that the defenseman was done for the year after doctors discovered a blood clot in his left foot, but it appears the injury isn't as severe as initially thought. Timonen said the decision over whether to return or not now rests with him. "If I feel (today) that I'm good to go for Sunday, then I'm good for Sunday," he said. "There is nothing to prevent me from playing.
Our View: The Flyers' playoff hopes are hanging on by a thread, and they could certainly use Timonen in the lineup. We'll let you know how his workout goes. |
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| Boucher still not ready | Friday 5/16, 8:45 AM CT |
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Philippe Boucher skated Thursday for the first time in a few days, but he's still not ready to return from his hip strain, according to the Dallas Morning News. The defenseman has been out since April 15.
Our View: Coach Dave Tippett said Boucher might travel with the team for Game 5, but won't bring his equipment. |
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| Barnes to sit out Game 5 | Friday 5/16, 8:44 AM CT |
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Stu Barnes worked out for about 30 minutes after going through a 20-minute workout Wednesday but still isn't ready to return from his concussion and will sit out Saturday's game, according to the Dallas Morning News.
Our View: It sounds like Barnes could be close. Too bad the Stars are on the brink of elimination. |
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| Lehtinen won't play Saturday | Friday 5/16, 8:40 AM CT |
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Jere Lehtinen will sit out again in Game 5 on Saturday due to a leg injury, according to the Dallas Morning News. The forward hasn't played since suffering the injury in Game 2.
Our View: With the Stars likely to be eliminated this weekend, Lehtinen's season is probably over. |
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| Coburn hopeful of return | Thursday 5/15, 11:10 PM CT |
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Braydon Coburn hopes to be able to play in Game 5 after being forced to the press box because of an injury to his eye, according to the Associated Press.
Our View: Nothing is certain at this point, but with the Flyers in do or die mode you know that Coburn is pushing hard to prove to the team that he is healthy enough to play. |
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| Defensemen close to return | Thursday 5/15, 11:09 PM CT |
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Flyers defensmen Kimmo Timonen is close to returning to the ice from a blood clot in his ankle that has kept him out of action, according to the Associated Press. “There is nothing to prevent me from playing. I may have numbness in my toes, but if I can deal with that then I can play. We took another ultrasound, and based on that the doctor said I have a green light to give it a try. The doctor feels that there is no chance the clot is going to get loose or break up or anything like that. It’s a great sign.
Our View: Timonen is an immense presence on defense for what the Flyers try to do to other team's top skaters, so his return would make a huge difference, though its likely too late with the Flyers trailing three games to one. |
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| Kennedy notches two assists | Thursday 5/15, 10:46 PM CT |
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Tyler Kennedy dished out two assists in Game 4 against the Flyers to double his offensive production in these playoffs.
Our View: On a night where Sidney Crosby and Evegni Malkin were bottled up the rookie stepped and and helped to carry the offense, albeit in a losing effort. |
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| Staal scores twice | Thursday 5/15, 10:43 PM CT |
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Jordan Staal scored two goals for the Penguins in their 4-2 loss to the Flyers in Game 4.
Our View: Stall has five goals and a single assist for the Penguins in these playoffs as he has focused more on his defensive responsibilities than on putting the puck in the back of the net. |
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