So fellow Red Wings Fans?

It was only game one but there are things to take from the game that look favorable for the WIngs and their fans. Really impressed with the way Datsyuk grew tired of the dirty play (yes...the Ducks tried hard to dirty up the game) and took the challenge with Perry. Perry is a relatively tough guy so I am sure today he is still shocked that Pavs not only dropped the gloves but proved to be a pretty tough customer. What I liked about the game more than anything was that Bab has returned this group to the outstanding defensive system that they need to return to so they can legitimately challenge for a Cup (even though for perspectives sake it was one game). Loved the way the 2nd line played, Filppula will benefit greatly from the size of Bert and Franzen. And finally the 3rd line....they really moved the puck well, played a tight backcheck game and Cleary sure looks healthy and back to his 08-09 form. Good start and lets hope for a healthy season but loving the depth and the confidence Howard showed, bodes well for no sopre slump if he stays as aggressive and under control as he did last night (now lets hope Ozzy plays solid between the pipes tonight).