The 2021 Free Agency frenzy begins on July 28. Detroit Red Wings General Manager Steve Yzerman will be extremely busy after the Expansion and Entry Drafts conclude. Yzerman must first decide which current Red Wings Unrestricted Free Agents (UFA) he will sign. Here is a look at Detroit’s Current UFA’s and a prediction as to
The International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) World Championships have often been considered a consolation postseason for non-playoff players. However, coming off a shortened season, the 2021 tournament had a different feel to it. With fewer NHL players available, there were more opportunities for young players to gain valuable experience at the International level and this experience
June 10 is a memorable date for a handful of fan bases across the National Hockey League. There were champions crowned in the most dramatic of fashions as well as some franchise-altering draft picks. This was also the date when the hockey world lost one of its greatest players. Hockey World Says Goodbye to a
“Becoming”? Glendening is 32. As much as I love the guy, the alternate captain might struggle to find a roster spot in the upcoming season. With that being said, he’s always been reliable…so, who knows? Glendening’s open to a return. I’m indifferent to the idea. If it’s between him and a guy like, say, Givani
Among Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman’s tasks over the coming month is the act of finalizing which players are worth protecting. The NHL’s 32nd team, the Seattle Kraken, will announce its selections from the expansion draft July 21. Rules are the same as when the Vegas Golden Knights joined the league in 2017,
Dylan Guenther is right up there with Kent Johnson and William Eklund in terms of his raw offensive abilities – but he might have the most polished set of offensive skills in the draft. Let’s take a look at why he might fit into Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman’s rebuild. Success in the
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Detroit — There’s a lesson here from Red Wings forward Adam Erne that any young athlete can take to heart. Heading into and out of training camp, Erne’s season didn’t appear to look rosy. Coach Jeff Blashill didn’t have Erne on the power play. Erne’s role in the lineup was limited. And to top it
Carley Johnston and two-time Stanley Cup Champion, Mike Vernon, chat about his fond memories with the Red Wings, what he’s up to now and more in the latest episode of Coffee With Carley, presented by Tim Hortons.
Troy Stecher puts golden exclamation mark on year of struggles, sorrow – National Post And in a year where the Richmond native was rocked by the sudden death of his father, Peter, endured the disappointment of not being retained by his hometown club and then slogged through a COVID-challenging and difficult season with the struggling
The Detroit Red Wings have long been linked with Swedish goaltender Jesper Wallstedt–even before they secured the sixth overall pick. This article will seek to not only balance out why Detroit is rumored to take him, but looking at the pros/cons of selecting him. Recent Red Wings History Drafting Goaltenders In the Cap era, the Red Wings have
Detroit — Those who watched the Red Wings religiously this season know it to be true. And it’s been the case for the last couple seasons, for sure. The Wings have trouble scoring goals. They ranked 30th (out of 31 teams) in the NHL this season, averaging a weak 2.23 goals per game, which was still
June 8 is mostly remembered for two things; plenty of Stanley Cup Final action and multiple coaching changes. Also, one of the most memorable Entry Drafts in National Hockey League history took place on this date. Let’s begin our daily trip back in time to remember all the top moments this day has given us.
One of the hottest topics in Hockeytown right now is whether or not captain Dylan Larkin can be a suitable top line center moving forward. The fact of the matter is that he is the Red Wings’ top center, at least for now, because Detroit lacks centers that could push him out of that spot.
Wow. 24 years since the 42-year Cupless drought came to an end. I was 2 when the Wings won in ‘97. This year has brought us some of the most exciting playoff matchups we’ve seen in years. From Vegas and Colorado’s bout to the clash of the titans in Tampa, adrenaline-pumping hockey seems to be
As much as the Detroit Red Wings re-signing Luke Glendening makes sense, there are stumbling blocks to consider. Glendening, 32, is poised to become an unrestricted free agent this summer. He’s coming off a four-year, $7.2 million contract with a $1.8 million salary cap hit. Since the contract went into effect, Glendening has recorded 33
Would the Detroit Red Wings be interested in a deal with Buffalo? According to TSN’s Darren Dreger, the Sabres might very well open for business soon: The Buffalo Sabres will provide ample content in the weeks ahead. Aside from the ongoing coach search, NHL clubs are calling Buffalo with interest in a number of players,
Detroit — Some athletes you just cannot picture in another uniform but the one they’ve worn their entire career. Luke Glendening, if not at that point yet, is pretty close. Really, can any Red Wings fan truly envision Glendening wearing another hockey sweater? Glendening has spent eight seasons with the Wings after signing out of Michigan
Picking sixth in the draft, Red Wing’s general manager Steve Yzerman will have a bevy of high end talent to examine across the world. He has a handful of “home grown” prospects to analyze at the University of Michigan, which includes the player with maybe the highest upside in the draft: Kent Johnson. Walking Highlight
What’s The Grind Line? Apart from the once-famous line of Kris Draper, Kirk Maltby, and either Joe Kocur or Darren McCarty, The Grind Line is also The Hockey Writers’ weekly column about the Detroit Red Wings. This week Tony Wolak, Devin Little, Patrick Brown, and Kyle Knopp are the muckers who make up THW’s forechecking