Posts About "Justin Abdelkader"
Red Wings Need to Solve Depth Issues
October 15th, 2019 Looking at the Detroit Red Wings' offensive numbers, a few stats leap off the page. Not surprising, the majority of the offense is generated by Dylan Larkin's line with Anthony Mantha, and Tyler Bertuzzi. They lead the team in goals, assists, and points. Having said that, the sudden drop in production for almost every other line on the...
Red Wings Outdoors: Ranking the Classics
December 10th, 2018 Even if the Detroit Red Wings are not playing in them, the NHL’s outdoor games remain special. These heavily promoted events are more than just two- or three-point contests in the middle of a draining NHL schedule; they present an opportunity for the game to return to its roots. Winter Classic and Stadium Series games feel more like...
The Grind Line: Red Wings Who Need to Step Up
September 4th, 2018 Detroit has been swarming with news in recent weeks. Detroit Red Wings, Henrik Zetterberg isn’t expected to participate in training camp and, likely, the regular season. With the loss of their captain, the remaining Red Wings will face increased responsibility. The rising stars and current skaters will have to significantly ramp up...
Abdelkader's Offseason Trade Value
March 28th, 2018 With five years remaining on a seven-year, $29.75 million contract, a Justin Abdelkader trade could happen this offseason and might be the best move for general manager Ken Holland and the Detroit Red Wings. Originally drafted by the Red Wings in the second round (42nd overall) in 2005, the two-way forward joined the NCAA's Michigan...
Don't Expect These Red Wings to be Moved
January 31st, 2018 For the Detroit Red Wings, the 2018 NHL trade deadline represents yet another opportunity to build on their rebuild. Like last year, general manager Ken Holland will attempt to sell off veterans and rentals for prospects and picks. For fans, the deadline also represents a chance to deal players who have fallen out of favor. The common...
Overtime With BSC: Detroit Red Wings 3 Worst Contracts
October 3rd, 2017 Evaluating talent in the NHL isn't entirely dependent on talent, ability and production. In an era that is so conscious of the salary cap and its implications, fans, teams and everybody in between tend to evaluate players based not only what they can do on the ice, but also on their cap hit; for better or for worse. If a player is...
The Grind Line: Predicting the Next Red Wings Captain
August 28th, 2017 In the past two summers, the losses for the Detroit Red Wings as a team and franchise have been significant on and off the ice. First, in April of 2016, it was Pavel Datsyuk leaving one year before his contract expired to go to Russia to play for SKA St. Petersburg, effectively retiring from the NHL. Two months later, Gordie Howe...
Zetterberg's Retirement Will Cost Red Wings
August 25th, 2017 Henrik Zetterberg, the captain of the Detroit Red Wings, revealed his intention to retire before the completion of his current NHL contract. During a recent interview with a Swedish radio station, Henrik stated that he currently plans on playing two more years with the Red Wings despite being signed with the team through the 2020-21...
Athanasiou Situation Is Everything Wrong with the Red Wings Way
August 25th, 2017 Following the regular season, one would think at first glance the Detroit Red Wings agreeing to a contract with their most electrifying forward in Andreas Athanasiou would be an afterthought, despite the new contract that would be coming to Tomas Tatar. However, it's August 24, the Wings are still just over $3 million over the salary...
Abdelkader Needs to Prove His Red Wings Contract
August 18th, 2017 It's no secret that Ken Holland and the Detroit Red Wings value Justin Abdelkader. To be more specific, Holland and company believe that Abdelkader is worth $4.25 million annually, a price tag that doesn't sit well with most fans in Hockeytown. Despite the criticism of Justin's seven-year extension in 2015, Holland truly believes the...
The Grind Line: Holland's Future in Detroit
April 18th, 2017 Roughly one week ago, Chris Ilitch – president and CEO of Ilitch Holdings Inc. – expressed 100 percent confidence in the Detroit Red Wings’ general manager, Ken Holland. He also made it clear that ownership supports head coach Jeff Blashill, though his future is in the hands of Holland. After a campaign where the team missed the...
Red Wings Can Learn From Patriots
February 9th, 2017 After winning their fifth Super Bowl on Sunday, the New England Patriots have shown they are the epitome of a model franchise. They win, and they win a lot. Since 2001, their dynasty includes 14 playoff appearances, 14 AFC East titles and seven AFC Championships. Cheating allegations aside, any franchise would love to have the success...
Preview: Blackhawks Host Red Wings and Look for Home-Stand Sweep
January 10th, 2017 The Chicago Blackhawks have been red hot as of late at United Center. When they host the Detroit Red Wings on Tuesday night, they will be playing their fourth game in just six nights. Still, the team has managed to win the first three games of their four-game homestand and look to make it a perfect sweep against Detroit. For the Red...
