Detroit Red Wings: 2020-21 Grades for the Young Core Prior to the 2020-21 campaign, I outlined benchmarks for Detroit’s young core – goals that exemplified developmental progress. Now that the season is over, let’s revisit those benchmarks, see how the players fared, and dish out pass/fail grades accordingly. I tried to use three other articles,
Shortly after he played his first game for the Detroit Red Wings, Joe Veleno received one text in particular that made him feel good about his performance. A player’s NHL debut begets many a congratulatory message from family and friends, but in this case, the one that stood out was from teammate Bobby Ryan, who watched
The Red Wings brass were supposed to sit down and “very quickly” decide on the fate of Jeff Blashill. Extend him, cut him loose, or find a new organizational role? Nearly a week later, nary a peep from Steve Yzerman, or Jeff Blashill. The decision is an important one as the Red Wings appear to
Detroit — As the world awaits the identity of the next Red Wings coach — will it remain Jeff Blashill or be someone else — it appears there’s one less question mark regarding the team. Jakub Vrana is going to be an exciting and possibly impactful player for the Wings. The 11 games at the end of the season,
DETROIT, MICHIGAN – APRIL 15: Jakub Vrana #15 of the Detroit Red Wings celebrates his second period goal while playing the Chicago Blackhawks at Little Caesars Arena on April 15, 2021 in Detroit, Michigan. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) Detroit Red Wings Report Cards: Grading Thomas Greiss by Alex Faber One of the most exciting
Justin Abdelkader, who played 13 seasons with the Detroit Red Wings, is one of four players hailing from the state of Michigan who will play for the U.S. men’s national hockey team in 2021. The roster was announced Thursday, ahead of the team competing in the 2021 International Ice Hockey Federation Men’s World Championship May 21-June
This could not interest me less, but far be it from me to deny any of you the chance to enter before Friday. Karel Gut said this was happening in our comments a while ago but now it’s apparently official. Bye. The importance of communication with Rod Brind’Amour (VIDEO) – The Coaches Site “There’s a
[From the Griffins] GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. – One night after registering their first shutout of the season, the Grand Rapids Griffins suffered their first blanking on Wednesday in a 7-0 loss to the Chicago Wolves at Van Andel Arena. Chicago only led 2-0 through 39 minutes and 57 seconds of play before a late second-period
Steve Yzerman’s silence on the Detroit Red Wings coaching front would seem to favor Jeff Blashill, but hold off on placing any bets. Yzerman is as deliberate and patient as they come; when he was named general manager in April 2019, he announced he wanted to spend his first year observing. He held off on
DALLAS, TEXAS – APRIL 19: Thomas Greiss #29 of the Detroit Red Wings blocks a shot on goal against the Dallas Stars in the second period at American Airlines Center on April 19, 2021 in Dallas, Texas. (Photo by Tom Pennington/Getty Images) Detroit Red Wings: Waiting Game Continues for Decision on Coach Blashill by Jeff
So what happens to Jeff Blashill? Will he join the list of unemployed coaches? Will he be granted a Pandemic Pass and get a 2-year deal? Will the ghost of Ken Holland come back to haunt the DoughJo and sign him to a five year extension? Or something else altogether? What do you WANT to
Welcome to Red Wings Wednesday Weekly! In this weekly column, we will take a look at the Red Wings’ most-recent week of play, identify any players and/or trends that stood out, and then look ahead and find out what the next week may have in store for the team from Hockeytown. As always, feel free to
Go through the gallery above to view Ted Kulfan’s final grades for the 2020-21 Detroit Red Wings. Click here if you’re having trouble viewing the gallery. Detroit — The record was better, the product on the ice was improved. No, the Red Wings aren’t going to the playoffs. That streak has now reached five seasons. But when you watched the Wings often
The Detroit Red Wings‘ waiting game continues. General Manager Steve Yzerman said last month he would meet with coach Jeff Blashill “very quickly” after the season to discuss his future. It’s now Day 3 (and counting) and no word from the front office. What’s the delay? There isn’t. Red Wings Respect If Blashill’s relationship with
As a whole, the Detroit Red Wings improved this season. But what about the individual players? Prior to the 2020-21 campaign, I outlined benchmarks for Detroit’s young core – goals that exemplified developmental progress. Now that the season is over, let’s revisit those benchmarks, see how the players fared, and dish out pass/fail grades accordingly.
The Red Wings’ 2021 campaign wrapped up on Saturday night in Columbus, a 5-4 overtime loss to the Blue Jackets. With that, the strangest season on record ended with perhaps the most predictable result. The Red Wings having slightly improved, still finishing in the bottom third of the league, still missing the playoffs. While the
This date has provided plenty of big postseason moments throughout the history of the National Hockey League. In addition, two Hall of Famers and all-time greats are celebrating birthdays today. It is time to hop aboard the THW time machine and enjoy a trip through the decades to relive all the best moments May 12
Way less angry than I expected. 31 Thoughts: What caused the ‘disconnect’ between Eichel, Sabres – Sportsnet I find it hard to believe Eichel isn’t consulting the best of the best, while Buffalo’s reticence comes from artificial disc replacement lacking evidence of its effectiveness on elite-level athletes. It’s a relatively new phenomenon. As far as
[From the Griffins] CLEVELAND – Kaden Fulcher earned his first AHL shutout behind 22 saves and Joe Veleno and Riley Barber scored first-period power play goals to give the Grand Rapids Griffins a 2-0 victory over the Cleveland Monsters on Tuesday at the Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Winners of three straight, the Griffins improved to 6-2
Two months ago, I wrote about how the Detroit Red Wings should go after Jack Eichel only if the price if right. I also conceded that any deal Steve Yzerman made involving him would give up considerable assets and not be as helpful to the rebuild. Times have changed. Eichel has not minced words lately,