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Jeff Middleton

Jeff is a consistent source for Red Wings content at The Hockey Writers. He was formerly a member of the Predators writing team, and he enjoys watching all sorts of hockey, from juniors to the pros. Jeff enjoys playing for his high school and local teams in Nashville as well. He's a big proponent of hockey analytics, and you'll often see him using lots of statistics and data to back up his main talking points. You can find his work here or check out his contributions on his Substack, Last Word on Hockey, On the Forecheck, Broad Street Hockey, Hockey Wilderness, and Puck Empire. Lastly, you can listen to him on the Youth Movement Podcast presented by On the Forecheck and the Triple Shift Podcast. For any inquiries about interviews or questions about statistics, analytics, or just general hockey opinions, you can message his Twitter, @jjmid04.

Revisiting the Predators’ Ryan Hartman Trade

Jeff Middleton | November 10, 2022

At the 2018 NHL trade deadline, all eyes were on the Chicago Blackhawks. A team around the NHL standings’ doldrums, the Blackhawks were focused on rebuilding their roster around the core…

Categories Hockey History, NHL Trade Analysis, Predators History

Red Wings’ Sweep of Sabres & Golden Knights Shows Player Improvement

Jeff Middleton | November 8, 2021

The Detroit Red Wings took on the Buffalo Sabres in Buffalo and the Vegas Golden Knights at home. Thanks to some big performances, they managed to sweep the weekend. Here…

Categories Advanced Stats, Detroit Red Wings

Red Wings’ Larkin Putting Up League-Best Stats with New Linemates

Jeff Middleton | November 3, 2021

One of the biggest storylines coming into this season and out of last season was the captain of the Detroit Red Wings, Dylan Larkin, and his performance as the top-line…

Categories Advanced Stats, Detroit Red Wings

Red Wings Raymond Is Proving What He Can Bring to the Franchise

Jeff Middleton | October 31, 2021

He made the roster out of his first training camp as a member of the Detroit Red Wings. He proved to the coaching staff and management that he was worthy…

Categories Detroit Red Wings

Red Wings’ Offense Has Taken a Big Step Forward This Season

Jeff Middleton | October 19, 2021

The 2021-22 season is officially underway, and it’s probably safe to say that Detroit Red Wings fans have had enough heart attacks for half the season. In overtime, they lost…

Categories Advanced Stats, Detroit Red Wings

Detroit Red Wings 2021-22 Lineup Preview

Jeff Middleton | October 14, 2021

The Detroit Red Wings season begins on Thursday, Oct. 14, against the defending Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning. With the 23-man roster finalized and only time separating everyone from…

Categories Detroit Red Wings, Previews and Predictions

Wild News & Rumors: Boldy, Beckman, Roster Cuts & More

Jeff Middleton | October 13, 2021

In this edition of Minnesota Wild News & Rumors, we will look at Matthew Boldy’s injury timeline and how that might affect his ability to impact the NHL lineup. We…

Categories Column, Minnesota Wild, News and Rumors

Red Wings’ Decision to Waive Bobby Ryan Is Tough, But Necessary Move

Jeff Middleton | October 12, 2021

It’s hard not to love Bobby Ryan. His story is one of true courage, and it’s something that we should strive for every day. His perseverance and ability to come…

Categories Detroit Red Wings

Wild’s Rossi and Boldy Should Be Linemates in 2021-22

Jeff Middleton | October 8, 2021

Hockey is back, and fans are getting used to seeing their favorite teams on the television again. It’s a time to mix and match regular NHL players with prospects to…

Categories Wild Prospects

Red Wings Raymond Deserves Serious Consideration for Roster Spot

Jeff Middleton | October 4, 2021

There’s no shortage of praise for Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman and what he has been able to do at the NHL Draft. He’s made some huge steals…

Categories Red Wings Prospects

Wild News & Rumors: Alternate Captains, Training Camp & Beckman

Jeff Middleton | September 27, 2021

In this edition of Minnesota Wild News & Rumors, the team has named their new alternate captains for the foreseeable future. Next, which players lined up with which in their…

Categories Column, Minnesota Wild, News and Rumors

Red Wings Bertuzzi Faces Financial & Career Harm With Vaccine Decision

Jeff Middleton | September 23, 2021

With training camp about to begin, media day is a significant landmark. Players and general managers will face the media to address the moves made over the summer, prospect camps,…

Categories Detroit Red Wings
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