Mark Falkner | The Detroit News Former Toronto Maple Leafs captain Rick Vaive had a feeling he might stir up a hornet’s nest when he referred to Detroit as “Murder City” in his recent autobiography, “Catch 22: My Battles in Hockey and Life.” Vaive was describing an incident in 1986 involving Detroit Red Wings team physician John
With all the shiny toys in the Detroit Red Wings’ prospect pool, it’s easy to forget how it all began. Back in 2017, the Red Wings were poised to make their highest draft selection in over two decades with the ninth overall selection. For a lot of Red Wings and hockey fans (myself included), it
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Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Show Caption Hide Caption Red Wings’ Bobby Ryan on first day of camp with new teammates Red Wings forward Bobby Ryan met the media on Friday on the first day of practice with his new teammates. The Detroit News Detroit – When the Red Wings finally get around to naming
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Detroit Red Wings’ Danny DeKeyser happy to be back after year-plus layoff Detroit Red Wings defenseman Danny DeKeyser has not played since Oct. 2019. He shared his thoughts on Friday, Jan. 1, 2021. Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press As long a layoff as
Our John Keating reports from Day 1 of the long-awaited Red Wings training camp. #LGRW
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Detroit Red Wings coach Jeff Blashill recaps the first day of training camp Jeff Blashill discusses the first day of Detroit Red Wings camp on Friday, Jan 1, 2021. Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press Happy New Year — and happy first day of
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New Detroit forward Bobby Ryan says it will be a challenge to learn the system in an abbreviated camp with no preseason games.
Danny DeKeyser says he’s fortunate to be healthy and playing hockey again.
There wasn’t much power in the Detroit Red Wings’ power play last season. The Red Wings finished the 2019-20 season with the 29th-ranked power play – converting at a paltry 14.9 percent while up a man. Only the Anaheim Ducks (14.7 percent) and Ottawa Senators (14.2 percent) fared worse. To address this, the Red Wings
Evgeny Svechnikov meets with the media on day one of Red Wings Training Camp
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Detroit – In a way it was like the first day of school, and getting the same jittery feeling the night before. Danny DeKeyser, who missed nearly all last season, was filled with anticipation all Thursday night. “Up at 5:30 in the morning,” said DeKeyser Friday after the Red
The rivalry between Chicago and Detroit is one that appears in every major sport. The Lions don’t like the Bears. The Bulls and the Pistons have had some infamous playoff meetings. Whether you’re a Cubs or White Sox fan, you’re probably not a fan of the Tigers. And, of course, the Red Wings and Blackhawks
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Video: Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman on challenges of 2021 season Red Wings GM Steve Yzerman on challenges of COVID-19 shortened 2021 season. Dec. 22, 2020. Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press Happy New Year — and happy first day of Detroit Red Wings
New Year’s Day has meant outdoor hockey for National Hockey League fans over the past few years. That tradition began on this date along with many other great moments that took place outside in the elements. Also, Boston fans have had plenty to cheer about on Jan. 1. It is time for our first trip
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Detroit Red Wings’ Anthony Mantha breaks down start of training camp Anthony Mantha describes the expectations for 2021 Detroit Red Wings training camp on Thursday, Dec. 31, 2020. Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press Making do with running their own practices has grown a
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Detroit – Anthony Mantha was at Little Caesars Arena Thursday, taking a physical, joining meetings and getting ready for Friday’s first practice of Red Wings’ training camp. The Wings’ last game was about 10 months ago, and Mantha hasn’t been in an organized hockey environment since, so he appreciated the
Associated Press | The Detroit News Ottawa, Ontario – The Canadian government, citing “national interest grounds,” gave its approval Thursday for the start of NHL training camps. It issued an exemption to the mandatory 14-day quarantine period for NHL players and team staff to return to the country. The five provinces with NHL franchises, however,
Red Wings training camp finally opens on Friday, and our team of John Keating, Ken Daniels and Mickey Redmond couldn’t wait to talk about it. #LGRW