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
Red Wings Reassign Dominik Shine
The Red Wings have assigned winger Dominik Shine to AHL Grand Rapids, per a club announcement. Their active roster is now at 24 with 13 healthy forwards. Shine has played sparingly as of late, only suiting up in one of Detroit’s past eight contests. That came after four straight appearances coming out of the trade deadline. While routinely serving as the sole press box forward … [Read more...] about Red Wings Reassign Dominik Shine
Evening Notes: Mrazek, Soderblom, Holloway, Stastney
The Detroit Red Wings received split injury updates early on Thursday. Head coach Todd McLellan shared that goaltender Petr Mrazek will continue to sit out with a head injury, but that winger Elmer Soderblom could return from his undisclosed injury on Friday, per Max Bultman of The Athletic. Both players have missed Detroit’s last four games. The Red Wings have maintained a duo … [Read more...] about Evening Notes: Mrazek, Soderblom, Holloway, Stastney
Mark LaForest Passes Away At Age 62
In a heartfelt announcement, the Toronto Maple Leafs reported that former goaltender Mark LaForest, known as “Trees,” had passed away at the age of 62. The Welland, Ontario native began his major junior career with the OHL’s Niagara Falls Flyers for the 1981-82 season and stayed with the team through their relocation a year later, becoming the North Bay Centennials. … [Read more...] about Mark LaForest Passes Away At Age 62