Although the Wings are currently sitting in the final playoff spot, they could very easily fall from the 8th spot and be on the outside looking in. For the most part the team has been quiet on the media front, avoiding the reporters when possible to focus on hockey, however it seems head coach Wayne Gretzky has had enough after going 4-5-1 in their last 10.
"Our team is capable of a lot more than this. A LOT more! We have all the pieces required to atleast reach the playoffs, not to mention make a good run for the cup. The only guy who's consistantly doing something for this team is Steve Sullivan and Brett Hull. (Brian) Rolston has done nothing since signing that big contract, and him along with Bonk, O'Neill, Langkow, and Erat need to start stepping up to the plate or this team will likely not make the playoffs." stated a rather disgruntled head coach Wayne Gretzky.