Will Dominik Hasek come back in time for the playoffs?
469996
I think he's gone for the season and maybe forever this time.  He had this groin injury in his big "comeback" year with Detroit in 2003-2004, and it pretty much ruined the Red Wings' season.  We had Curtis Joseph as our no. 1 goaltender after Hasek retired, but when Hasek decided to come back, it made Cujo expendable.  Very disappointing season for the Wings and a disappointing and bitter experience for Cujo, who deserved a lot better from our team.\n\nAnyway, the groin injury just hung on and hung on, to the point that Hasek never did come back and really, only played a few games with the Wings in 2003-2004.  Bottom line: I wouldn't count on the Dominator.  He's not getting any younger and his injury history doesn't favor an effective return for the playoffs.
655940
I would say that its a safe bet he will return next season.  He hasn't been the healthiest of NHLers this season, but he definitely worked his booty off and proved he can still play.  He may not be as bright a star as once he was (who is...) but his play down the stretch in the regular season coupled with his effort (one of the few given by the Red Wings) in the first round series against the Oilers proves that he may have enough juice in the tank for one more go at it. \n\nHe didn't often play back to back games, and needed a breather in the middle of the first round series, but he still feels very much that this is HIS team (as well he should feel like that) and he doesn't like to go out in a way that they did.\n\nThat being said, if he chooses to hang em up, he'll go down as one of the greatest players of this generation and the Red Wings would be foolish NOT to retire the "C" along with his number 19.  The longest serving captain of any major sport (20 years as the face of the organization) and a career that spans three decades with the same team in an era of free agency and deserting teams for more cash makes Steve Yzerman a special player and leader.  \n\nI would keep a place on my team for him until a year after he dies, if he wanted it.
396470
check www.nhl.com on how it is scheduled.  i believe it is determined in mid august every year.
786600
Yes, it will just take a little while because he had to have microfracture surgery in his left knee, which is very difficult to recover from. You lose like half your strength, and since the stuff around there doesn't grow back naturally they had to drill a hole in his knee bone, alowing the blood to flow in and form scar tissue. He'll probably be back later in the season, but I don't think he'll ever be the same.
1170404
It'll be a close game, but Ukraine will win. Theyve got way more than Sheva, like Voronin,Vorobei,Tymoschuk,Rebrov and others. Still, hes a big part of the team.
687106
Definetly. Im an avid Sabres fan and i've been watching this team all year. The new NHL favors speedy and skillful teams much like the Sabres. The teams that seem to give the Sabres the most trouble are teams with distinguished goaltending and defense. Although Ottawa plays very solid defense, with Hasek still out for atleast another round I dont think Ray Emery can do enough to stop this Sabres offense. Lines 1-4 for the Sabres are filled with energy and skill. I dont think that any remaining team can compare to the depth they have, which is way I look for this team to make a long run in this years playoffs.
996575
i have been a wings fan for 13 years and the way he was playing the last 20 games and in the playoffs was great + he was injured for like 20 games i still think he has the talent to continue at his age ... i really think he could go for 1 more season is a shame if it deosnt poor him id love to see him win 1 more cup--->leadership is a key to the cup
326832
If any team in the Eastern Conference can win the Stanley Cup, it has to be the Ottawa Senators.  They are the most dangerous offensive team in the NHL.  Their only question mark is goaltending... with Dominic Hasek injured, can Ray Emery step up and lead them?  I think so!
71116
YES.  BEST COMEBACK STORY OF THIS SEASON. AFTER NOT HAVING MADE THE PLAYOFFS SINCE 1990, DURING THE BOOMER ESIASON ERA, THEY NOT ONLY WIN THE PLAYOFFS, BUT THEY WIN THEIR DIVISION.
961023
Yes\n\nDeon Branch has become the go-to-guy for Seattle, especially in the Red Zone. Also, Seattle is going to get Matt Hasselbeck back, which will boost Branch's fantasy numbers.\nGood Luck.
662317
He is going to be in a rematch of the Mexico-USA qualifying matches! This Sunday, check it out: \n\nPLease vote on my answer please i said it first he copied me
916475
Yes he will.\n\n\nGO BLUE JAYS!
1036229
He probably will. if he does, he will most likely compete in vert skating, just like he has for the past few years.
319873
To have a shot, they'll have to get into 6th spot. As the standings are currently, they'll have to face Carolina, or Ottawa.\nAt least in sixth position, you will face either the Rangers or Flyers. Two teams I believe they have a better chance against.
813302
He's a pretty good player. I can't wait to see where he goes. Maybe the NHL should look for some more players from Slovenia, since he's this good!!!
566107
not too much.  they may have beat detroit but they will not get past round two.  i say whoever plays them will win in 5 games.
942130
The Panthers will do what they have the past few years and make a big run at the end of the year.  The difference this year is that they aren't that far back this time, so making the playoffs will be no problem.  Not only will they get in, they will be in the NFC Championship game.