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Posts About "Vladislav Namestnikov"

Red Wings' Greiss Shines, Other Newcomers Quiet in Season Opener

Red Wings' Greiss Shines, Other Newcomers Quiet in Season Opener

January 15th, 2021 Despite an excruciatingly long wait - 310 days to be exact - the Detroit Red Wings were finally back in action on Thursday, hosting the Carolina Hurricanes in their season opener. Things looked much different than the last time the team was on the ice, ironically against the Hurricanes, but not just because of fan restrictions in place...
Detroit Red Wings' Newest Fan Favorite

Detroit Red Wings' Newest Fan Favorite

December 17th, 2020 When I was a little kid, growing up in Hamtramck, maybe seven years old, I wanted to be Brendan Shanahan. I mean, sure I wanted to play like him, of course, but I wanted to BE him. I don't know what it was about him to this day. He looked big and strong, the number 14 looked cool on the back of his jersey, and when I asked my dad what...
Red Wings News & Rumors: Expansion, Wallinder & More

Red Wings News & Rumors: Expansion, Wallinder & More

December 8th, 2020 As news about the 2020-21 campaign continues to trickle in, it's time to take a look around Red Wings nation and see what's going on. Today's list includes more expansion takes, a top prospect's WJC future, and more positive signs that a season will happen. Let's dive in: Bultman 5.0 As the writers of The Athletic file their...
Bobby Ryan's Surprise Path to the Red Wings Creates Optimism

Bobby Ryan's Surprise Path to the Red Wings Creates Optimism

October 27th, 2020 The road to the Detroit Red Wings has been a long, winding one for Bobby Ryan. Though his career has had its ups and downs, a surprise move by the Ottawa Senators in late September to buy out the remaining two years of his contract immediately caught the eye of Detroit general manager Steve Yzerman. One 45-minute conversation later,...
Red Wings Have Middle-Six Options With Vladislav Namestnikov

Red Wings Have Middle-Six Options With Vladislav Namestnikov

October 23rd, 2020 On a two-year, $4 million deal Vladislav Namestnikov is more than just a cool story for the Detroit Red Wings. Yes, his uncle was Slava Kozlov — who spent 10 seasons with the Red Wings and was a member of the famed "Russian Five." Yes, he was drafted by Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman back when he was the man in charge of the...
The Islanders Should Target These 6 Free Agents

The Islanders Should Target These 6 Free Agents

September 23rd, 2020 For many years, the New York Islanders have struggled to bring in free agents. Whether it was due to their unwillingness to spend money, or the uncertainty of their new home, New York has not been able to sign top free agents. Entering the 2020 offseason, after their best postseason run in decades, there is a lot more certainty with the...
Jets UFA Options for Second-Line Centre

Jets UFA Options for Second-Line Centre

September 18th, 2020 One can barely bring up the Winnipeg Jets these days without the discussion quickly pivoting to their need for a second-line centre, and for good reason. Finding the right man to play between Nikolaj Ehlers and Patrik Laine has been a multi-season struggle, with only Paul Stastny bringing out the best in the dynamic Dane and the Finnish...
Kings Need to Target Offense in Free Agency

Kings Need to Target Offense in Free Agency

August 19th, 2020 As a team slowly coming out of their rebuild, this offseason for the Los Angeles Kings will be a crucial one. It can either fast track their rebuild, or, if management is unassertive, the time it will take to get back to the playoffs can be extended. A big part of having a good offseason is free agency, and the Kings have some areas...
Lightning's 2011 NHL Draft Picks: Where Are They Now?

Lightning's 2011 NHL Draft Picks: Where Are They Now?

June 27th, 2020 Welcome to the second part of a series that looks back on the Tampa Bay Lightning's draft picks over the years and where they are now. This part will discuss the picks from the 2011 NHL Entry Draft. This draft is one that Lightning fans remember with joy. Although they did not know it at the time, they selected two of the franchise's...
Avalanche Face Big Choices on Players With Expiring Contracts

Avalanche Face Big Choices on Players With Expiring Contracts

April 13th, 2020 The Colorado Avalanche face some interesting choices over the offseason. They could be set for another substantial roster change. Currently, 12 players listed on the team’s starting roster sit on contracts ending whenever the 2019-20 season’s over. It’s the perfect time to look at each player and consider their chances of staying...
3 Devils Free Agent Targets

3 Devils Free Agent Targets

March 26th, 2020 It seemed that New Jersey Devils fans were ecstatic prior to the 2019-20 campaign’s puck drop, after the organization’s memorable offseason transactions. Regardless of the NHL’s postponement on this season, the Devils were on the verge of missing the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the second consecutive season. More change is in...
Avalanche Bet on Their Core at the Trade Deadline

Avalanche Bet on Their Core at the Trade Deadline

February 26th, 2020 Many rumors swirled around the Colorado Avalanche making a big trade prior to the deadline on Monday, Feb. 24. Those whispers crashed and burned as the cutoff time came and went. While some may wish the team made more of a splash, the front office sent a strong message, and it was a good one - the Avalanche organization is all in on the...
Avalanche Acquire Namestnikov from Senators

Avalanche Acquire Namestnikov from Senators

February 24th, 2020 Colorado Avalanche general manager Joe Sakic has made an early deadline-day deal, acquiring Vladislav Namestnikov from the Ottawa Senators in exchange for a 2021 fourth-round pick. https://twitter.com/TSNBobMcKenzie/status/1231951735134072834 Avalanche Get Much-Needed Injection Up Front Subject of many trade talks in the past...
Senators' Trade Bait & Potential Landing Spots

Senators' Trade Bait & Potential Landing Spots

February 23rd, 2020 The Ottawa Senators once again look to be gearing up for a busy trade deadline on Feb. 24. Five players currently sit on the TSN Trade Bait list, two of which are among the top three. While the crop of trade targets is less enticing than last year's, teams have shown that they are willing to pay high prices to bolster their rosters for...
4 Senators to Watch at the Trade Deadline

4 Senators to Watch at the Trade Deadline

January 31st, 2020 The 2019 Trade Deadline was all about the Ottawa Senators' big three: Matt Duchene, Mark Stone and Ryan Dzingel. Tasked with trading some of the franchise's best players in recent years, general manager Pierre Dorian performed beautifully, getting top returns for all three players, including a top prospect in Erik Brannstrom and several...
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