Shae Brophy One of the more likely players to be talked about in trade rumors leading up to the NHL’s trade deadline, Detroit Red Wings forward Luke Glendening is actually in the midst of a rather impressive season. Although he’s hardly a player who is going to pour the puck into the net or create a ton … Read more
Before this season began, Detroit Pistons forward Jerami Grant had never averaged more than 13.6 points per game in the NBA. But, general manager Troy Weaver saw some big-time potential in the 6-foot-8, 210 pounder who had played for three other teams in his six year career. Big enough potential that Weaver gave Grant a three year, $60 million contract. … Read more
Despite only playing 71 out of their scheduled 82 games last season, it certainly was a long one for the Red Wings. Their 17 wins in those 71 games gave them a winning percentage of .239, which was the worst in the entire league, and by a large margin. The next worst margin was .352, … Read more
In a draft class that is so heavy with talent at forward, what are the chances that Yzerman takes the second-best defenseman in the class at #4? It would certainly not be likely, but might be possible if he is set on shoring up the blue line for years to come. If top-ranked defenseman Jamie Drysdale … Read more
So, you want Steve Yzerman to take a REAL swing for the fences when the Red Wings select fourth overall in this year’s NHL draft? Here’s one way to do just that: draft a Russian goaltender who has the possibility of being a generational talent in Yaroslav Askarov. Embed from Getty Images Goaltenders are not often selected … Read more
If Steve Yzerman is trying to lock in the defensemen who are going to be strongholds on Detroit’s blue line for years to come, then Jamie Drysdale might indeed be a smart pick for him in this year’s draft. Embed from Getty Images The consensus best defenseman in this year’s draft class, Drysdale stands 5’11 and weighs … Read more
As was evidenced by Steve Yzerman‘s recent acquisition of Marc Staal and a second round draft pick for future considerations, Detroit’s rebuild is still in full swing. As an organization, the Red Wings are most notably lacking at the center position. Currently speaking, the franchise’s best center is Dylan Larkin. After him? Good question. Of course, Joe Veleno is … Read more
A highly skilled and very well rounded player, exclusive to the wing. That is what the team who drafts Lucas Raymond can look forward to. Embed from Getty Images Standing 5’10, and tipping the scales at approximately 180 pounds, Raymond’s projection are quite varied. He is ranked anywhere from the third best prospect in the class … Read more
It wouldn’t take much to imagine Steve Yzerman drafting a highly skilled center with Detroit’s fourth overall pick on Tuesday. It also wouldn’t take much imagination to see that pick being used on Marco Rossi. Embed from Getty Images After scoring 120 points in 57 games with the Ottawa 67’s of the OHL last season, it’s easy to see … Read more
Let’s face it… We’ve seen it all from Pavel Datsyuk – “The Magic Man”, throughout his 14-year career: breathtaking goals, incredible defensive plays, stunning passes, even a couple of fights. His trophy case is also quite impressive. He won the Selke Trophy three times (awarded to the best defensive forward in the league), the Lady … Read more
As the top cornerback prospect in the country out of Grand Prairie, Texas, Jeff Okudah played in all 14 games with Ohio State University during his freshman year in 2017. In three college seasons, he has only improved his stock as the best corner in this draft class. Outside of being selected with the third pick in this … Read more
The latest domino to fall in the COVID-19 story to dominate the globe has surfaced, and it’s not good for those that were looking forward to the start of the season for baseball. ESPN’s Jeff Passan has reported that Major League Baseball is expected to suspend Spring Training. After a conference call among owners this … Read more
To say that Justin Abdelkader‘s season has not been good might be the understatement of the year. After playing in 739 career games with the team, you can definitely say that he has seen some serious ups and downs during his tenure. Playoff runs, Hall of Fame worthy teammates, and even a Stanley Cup championship. Through those … Read more
The measure being taken to help control the spread of the coronavirus have begun in the NHL. This means that media is no longer allowed to be in the locker room, and the only ones who are allowed are players and essential personnel. “It’s just the reality of what’s going on in the world,” said Dylan … Read more
There are plenty of different ways that the draft could shake out, and also plenty of holes that need to be filled on this version of the Detroit Lions roster. With any luck, the player that they select with their first pick will be a big time difference maker. But, there are also plenty of players … Read more
After Sunday evening’s highly entertaining 5-4 shootout victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning, rumor has it that the Red Wings were not done for the night. CapFriendly is reporting that the team has re-signed defenseman Alex Biega to a one year extension, worth $875,000. Detroit #RedWings have signed Alex Biega to a 1 year/1-way contract extension for … Read more
