Red Wings Prospects
The Grind Line: Red Wings Biggest Draft Regret
August 13th, 2018 The Red Wings scored big this past draft -- few can deny that -- but the Wings haven’t always had the most success in the draft. Since 2013, the Wings have made some incredible choices that are finding their place among the elite. Dylan Larkin, Anthony Mantha, and Tyler...NHL Prospects Tournament: 7 Red Wings to Watch
August 9th, 2018 When the Detroit Red Wings released their roster for the 2018 NHL Prospect Tournament, not too many surprises popped up. A handful of Detroit’s top prospects will participate in the annual showcase from Sept. 7 to 11 in Traverse City just before training camp kicks...Detroit Red Wings Forgotten Prospects
July 29th, 2018 Each year, the draft seems to dominate the minds of hockey fans everywhere. With the help of the media, the most promising players are highlighted, recapped and talked about nonstop. Though beneficial for the player and the organizations they are selected to represent, many...
Red Wings Development 2018-19: What to Expect
July 19th, 2018 Unbeknownst to many Detroit fans, the Red Wings have been in full development mode since 2014. Until recently, the dirty “rebuild” word was never thrown around as much as it currently is. Rebuilding is not uncommon to any sports franchise but the Red Wings fandom today...
Red Wings Prospects Ready to Take Veterans Jobs?
July 17th, 2018 For the Detroit Red Wings, the appropriate time to “play the kids” is an age-old debate, with fans, media, and management each having varied opinions on the matter. But as Bob Dylan said about the times, they are a-changin’. Sort of. During Detroit’s...
Red Wings Prospects: Rankings & Analysis
July 6th, 2018 It did not take long for Filip Zadina to impress the Detroit Red Wings at 2018 Development Camp. The sixth-overall selection in the 2018 NHL Draft—using mostly borrowed equipment—became a viral sensation after unleashing his lauded quick release, firing pucks past...
The Grind Line: Red Wings 2018 Draft Review
June 25th, 2018 Unlike recent years, the Detroit Red Wings didn’t need to wait long to make their first selection in the 2018 NHL Draft. And when they did, it was an absolute slam dunk. With the sixth-overall choice, Detroit selected left wing Filip Zadina from the Halifax Mooseheads...
Red Wings Facing Significant Logjam on Defense
June 1st, 2018 It’s no secret that the Detroit Red Wings need to upgrade their defense. Sparse scoring, the inability to transition the puck quickly, and porous play in the defensive zone left much to be desired this season. However, installing a stronger blue line corps is easier said...Red Wings 2018 Prospect Update
May 22nd, 2018 Next month, the Detroit Red Wings will once again have the opportunity to load up their prospect pipeline. With four choices in the first 36 picks of the 2018 NHL Draft, Detroit could add a few game-changers to its depth chart. The Red Wings have already amounted a...
The Grind Line: 3 Underrated Red Wings Prospects
May 21st, 2018 As the Detroit Red Wings rebuild, the focus has turned to the prospects in the system. If the present team isn’t winning, it’s helpful to know who’s in the pipeline and when those players might be able to contribute to the Red Wings in a meaningful way. There’s...
Red Wings Goalies of the (Distant) Future
May 16th, 2018 When the Detroit Red Wings traded Petr Mrazek, the organization said goodbye to the player who was once deemed its goaltender of the future. The former fifth-round draft pick had shown promise of becoming an elite NHL starter but failed to achieve any sort of...Red Wings Roster: Room for Svechnikov?
May 14th, 2018 For prized Detroit Red Wings prospect Evgeny Svechnikov, a stroke of good fortune would certainly be appreciated. Making next year’s Red Wings team out of training camp could be just that, but there are some hurdles presently standing in his path. It’s been a tough...
Rasmussen's 2018-19 Red Wings Role
May 1st, 2018 When NHL deputy commissioner Bill Daly revealed that the Detroit Red Wings would be picking sixth in the upcoming 2018 NHL Draft, Michael Rasmussen’s role for next year became a little bit more clear. Considering who might be available at No. 6, it’s highly unlikely...
