The Red Wings have missed the playoffs for the ninth consecutive season, prompting hockey pundits and fans to question the direction of the team and whether general manager Steve Yzerman is the right man to lead the club. Yzerman was hired six years ago to steer the Red Wings through a rebuild, and while he has hit on some of his moves, he hasn’t been able to lead the Red Wings … [Read more...] about The Red Wings Need To Have A Strong Summer
Red Wings Assign Michael Brandsegg-Nygård, Axel Sandin-Pellikka To AHL
As expected, the Red Wings announced 2023 and 2024 first-round picks Axel Sandin-Pellikka and Michael Brandsegg-Nygård will finish the season with AHL Grand Rapids. The pair spent the season as teammates on Skellefteå AIK of the Swedish Hockey League. The duo’s season came to an end when Skellefteå lost their semifinal series against Brynäs IF in five games. They were both … [Read more...] about Red Wings Assign Michael Brandsegg-Nygård, Axel Sandin-Pellikka To AHL
Axel Sandin-Pellikka To Finish Season In North America
Red Wings top defense prospect Axel Sandin-Pellikka will finish out the season with either Detroit or AHL Grand Rapids but doesn’t know exactly when he’ll join the team, he told Hans Abrahamsson and Jonatan Pinheiro Diamant of Aftonbladet.se. The 20-year-old has already signed his entry-level contract, is the Red Wings’ top-ranked prospect overall, and is widely expected to be … [Read more...] about Axel Sandin-Pellikka To Finish Season In North America
Red Wings Recall Austin Watson Under Emergency Conditions
The Detroit Red wings have recalled forward Austin Watson under emergency conditions. He will support the Wings as they approach a stretch of must-win games to keep their playoff hopes alive. Watson was on the Detroit roster through early-April, but was returned to the minors for two games this weekend. He recorded three goals, five points, and six shots on goal in the pair of … [Read more...] about Red Wings Recall Austin Watson Under Emergency Conditions
Red Wings Linked To Arvid Holm
After a strong season in Sweden, it looks as if goaltender Arvid Holm is back on the NHL radar. Elite Prospects’ Cam Robinson recently reported (Twitter link) that the netminder is expected to sign with Detroit for next season. The 26-year-old spent three seasons in North America before returning to the SHL for this season. During his time on an NHL deal, he played primarily … [Read more...] about Red Wings Linked To Arvid Holm