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Ian Dunham

I began my career in hockey as a pre-scout for Cranbrook Kingswood Academy in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. I have been writing about the NHL for multiple platforms since the 2007-2008 season.

What Should Detroit Expect Of Tomas Tatar?

Ian Dunham | February 12, 2014

Masochism In Detroit Detroit fans are a frivolous bunch. “Seppuku-inclined” is how George Malik at “The Malik Report” recently described the unique hysteria endemic in the fan base.  Free Nyquist,…

Categories Detroit Red Wings

Sochi Will Seal Detroit’s Fate

Ian Dunham | January 29, 2014

Does “Russian city near the Black Sea” sound like a place where lovely things happen? No.  Not at all, but Sochi is a place that fits this ominous description.  It’s…

Categories Detroit Red Wings

Red Wings Must Draft Defensemen In 2014 And Beyond

Ian Dunham | January 16, 2014

With the hockey season in its second half more focus is being placed on the 2014 NHL Draft, where the Detroit Red Wings have little flexibility.

Categories Detroit Red Wings, NHL Prospects

5 Movie Quotes For Struggling Red Wings

Ian Dunham | December 18, 2013

  Watching Detroit hasn’t been much fun recently and enjoying writing about the team requires even more effort.  But here’s another attempt, nonetheless. Film, T.V. and literature are the finest…

Categories Detroit Red Wings

Wings Must Use Swarm Intelligence To Overcome Injuries

Ian Dunham | December 4, 2013

  The players who ensured Detroit’s survival in the post-Yzerman era are both injured. Without Datsyuk and Zetterberg the Red Wings are forced to stomach an appetizer for a meal…

Categories Detroit Red Wings, Humor, Injury Report, NHL News

5 Ways To Make Watching Detroit Less Painful

Ian Dunham | November 27, 2013

Ease the pain.  Find inner peace.  Reach enlightenment.  Forgive yourself.  Cleanse. More sanguine Detroit fans have been saying these things to themselves recently, and we all know why.  The Red…

Categories Detroit Red Wings, Humor

Can Todd Bertuzzi Ever Be Forgiven?

Ian Dunham | November 22, 2013

While Steve Moore, former member of the Colorado Avalanche, knew hockey was dangerous when he started playing it, he did not expect Todd Bertuzzi, former member of the Vancouver Canucks, to attack him the way he did on March 8, 2004.

Categories Colorado Avalanche, Detroit Red Wings, Vancouver Canucks

Fair-Weatherism Is Ok

Ian Dunham | October 30, 2013

  Few things are more irritating than a Johnny-or-Jane-come-lately who expects reverence. This being the case, most “fair-weather fan” accusations are perfectly valid. “Don’t tell me who’s gonna be in…

Categories Humor, NHL News

NHL Must Learn From NFL Concussion Plague

Ian Dunham | October 22, 2013

“Hockeynistas,” almost by definition, have a disdain for other sports. But the lethal NFL concussion crisis turns this disdain into concern; concern for our fellow human beings; concern for our…

Categories NHL News

Don Cherry Unfortunately Correct On Hertl Goal

Ian Dunham | October 17, 2013

 [Editor’s Note: The view below is that of the author and not shared by site management. Do you agree or disagree with the author? Please comment below the post.] Even…

Categories New York Rangers, NHL News, San Jose Sharks

Your 2021-2022 Detroit Red Wings

Ian Dunham | October 9, 2013

Detroit’s captain is under contract until the 2021 season but it’s difficult to imagine Zetterberg continuing his viking style of play into his 40’s. Datsyuk will dance in the NHL for four more seasons..

Categories Detroit Red Wings, Previews and Predictions

Hockey: The Sport For Nerds

Ian Dunham | October 7, 2013

Since everyone claims to be a “nerd” nowadays, it may be useful to find out what sport, if any, these people enjoy. Let me save readers time and simply announce:…

Categories Anaheim Ducks, Chicago Blackhawks, Edmonton Oilers, Hockey Movies
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