Podcasts about Hockeytown

It's here - our official 2025 NHL Entry Draft Preview episode! Tune in as we start by going through the top 12 projected NHL Draft prospects, their profiles, where they're likely to go, and if they could fall to Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings at pick 13 (full rankings and player list below) (3:00). Next, who's projected to go at pick 13: a forward to help Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Marco Kasper, and Patrick Kane, or a defenseman to join Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Axel Sandin Pellikka, and Albert Johansson? (43:35) We also make our predictions as to who Steve Yzerman will select to be the latest Hockeytown prospect, opportunities to trade up, down, or away for a Jason Robertson or J.J. Peterka, what the top of the draft may have in store with the Islanders and Hagens being connected, and more (1:06:30). Next, NHL news including the Mason Marchment trade, Trent Frederic's confusing extension and whether Connor McDavid may actually leave the Edmonton Oilers and Connor McDavid, Brad Marchand, Sam Bennett, and the Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup celebrations, the Jonathan Toews contract, and notes on Dobson, Marner, Knies, and more (1:17:05)! All of that & plenty more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:33:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Corey's Mock Draft:  2025 NHL Entry Draft Rankings: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6429388/2025/06/17/nhl-mock-draft-2025-seven-rounds-pronman/ 1. Misa 2. Schaefer 3. Hagens 4. Desnoyers 5. Frondell 6. Martone 7. O'Brien 8. Martin 9. Reschny 10. Eklund 11. McQueen 12. Mrtka 13. Carbonneau 14. Bear 15. Smith 16. Aitcheson 17. Reid 18. Potter 19. Lakovic 20. Cootes

The Stanley Cup has been awarded (not to Corey Perry - again), and the NHL offseason has officially begun. Tune in as we open by discussing Patrick Kane's future with the Detroit Red Wings, Kane and Steve Yzerman both expressing mutual interest in Showtime continuing in Hockeytown, Toronto Maple Leafs fans setting themselves up for disappointment hoping he's a Mitch Marner replacement, how Kane fits with Alex DeBrincat, Marco Kasper, Dylan Larkin, and Lucas Raymond, & more (4:15). After that, we discuss potential depth forward targets for Steve Yzerman, including former Detroit Red Wings like Anthony Mantha, Andreas Athanasiou, Pius Suter, Robby Fabbri, & more to add to Todd McLellan's squad (16:15). Next, our analysis of the Stanley Cup Finals as the Florida Panthers made seemingly easy work of Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Edmonton Oilers. Do the Oilers need to get a goalie? How can the league copy Paul Maurice's squad when they have guys like Barkov, (Conn Smythe winning) Sam Bennett, Marchand, Tkachuk, and Bobrovsky? (36:25) Finally, NHL news including Troy Terry maybe being available from the Anaheim Ducks (alongside John Gibson?), upcoming CBA news (56:10), and our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile as we revisit Jackson Smith (1:01:15) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:10:50) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb

Is Aaron Ekblad the answer for Detroit's blue line? Tune in as we discuss whether the Florida Panthers defenseman should be Steve Yzerman's target in NHL free agency to help Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Albert Johansson, and future Axel Sandin Pellikka defend in Hockeytown, how Vladislav Gavrikov compares as a free agency target, whether Dante Fabbro and other pieces could be a viable alternative, and if Yzerman should focus on Marner, Ehlers, Marchand, or others on offense to help Larkin, Raymond, DeBrincat, Kasper, Kane, and the forwards (4:20). Next, we discuss reports of Yzerman being interested in improving the Red Wings goalie situation, where they stand now in terms of Cam Talbot, Petr Mrazek, Alex Lyon, Sebastian Cossa, Trey Augustine, and others in the pipeline, and whether someone like John Gibson or Thatcher Demko could be a worthwhile target (32:30). After that, Stanley Cup Finals updates as Sam Bennett and Brad Marchand, and the Florida Panthers are dominating Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Edmonton Oilers (42:30), NHL trade and free agency updates including J.J. Peterka, Kreider and Zibanejad, Isaac Howard, Karlsson, & more rumors (49:45), and finally our revisit on Kashawn Aitcheson as our 2025 NHL Entry Draft Prospect Profile series continues (59:40). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:10:10) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb

The Detroit Red Wings have Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Albert Johansson, Axel Sandin Pellikka, and others in their homegrown blue line talent - but is this enough to be competitive for the Stanley Cup, or does Steve Yzerman need to add a Gavrikov, Ekblad, or K'Andre Miller to bolster things? How big is the defense's holes compared to the offensive help needed for Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, and Marco Kasper (maybe in the form of Mitch Marner) (4:45)? Also, updates on the Red Wings' current and former coaches, including Derek Lalonde going to the Toronto Maple Leafs and Jay Varady headed to the Phildelphia Flyers (19:20). Next, a Stanley Cup Final update as Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Edmonton Oilers are in an incredibly tight series against Matthew Tkachuk, Sam Bennett, and the Florida Panthers (23:20). After that, NHL trade rumor updates, including thoughts on potential 2025 NHL Draft order trades (to try to get Matthew Schaefer, Michael Misa, or James Hagens), Dahlin, Peterka, Quinn Hughes, and more in a chaotic start to the offseason (28:35). After that, thoughts on the NHL Draft Combine and players for Steve Yzerman to target as Hockeytown's newest additions, focusing on Cole Reschny and Carter Bear (46:45). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:07:45) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop Max's Combine Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6408772/2025/06/08/red-wings-nhl-draft-scouting-combine/

The Detroit Red Wings have one of the deepest prospect pool in the NHL, but how many of those are destined to don the Winged Wheel in Hockeytown vs. continuing with the Grand Rapids Griffins in the AHL next season? Tune in as we discuss potential Detroit Red Wings rookie season and which players may join the likes of Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Marco Kasper, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, and the rest of Todd McLellan's squad: Nate Danielson, Sebastian Cossa, Carter Mazur, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard (4:55), Axel Sandin Pellikka, Amadeus Lombardi, William Wallinder, Shai Buium (40:30), & more. Next, a Stanley Cup Playoffs update, including Paul Maurice and Rod Brind'Amour's weird handshake dispute, Pete DeBoer throwing Jake Oettinger under the bus, and our Stanley Cup Final predictions as Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Edmonton Oilers rematch against Matthew Tkachuk, Sergei Bobrovsky and the Florida Panthers (54:30). Finally, we circle our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profiles back to Jake O'Brien and Roger McQueen: could either talented pick be available to Steve Yzerman at pick 13, or would he have to trade up to get them (1:11:45)? All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:22:15) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

Should Steve Yzerman go get a German friend for Moritz Seider? Tune in as we discuss J.J. Peterka and his potential availability in a trade from the Buffalo Sabres, how the young German star would bolster Todd McLellan's offense and join the Detroit Red Wings forward core of Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Marco Kasper, Alex DeBrincat, and Patrick Kane, what he would cost in a trade (Nate Danielson? Axel Sandin Pellikka or Michael Brandsegg-Nygard?) and more. Also, Noah Dobson to potentially help Seider, Simon Edvinsson, and Johansson, Marco Rossi as an alternative to Peterka, & more trade targets for Yzerman to Bring to Hockeytown (3:40). Next, a final wrapup of the IIHF World Championships as Erik Gustafsson, Eduards Tralmaks, Raymond, Kasper, Seider, and Edvinsson make statements (33:00) before our Stanley Cup Playoffs update, including Paul Maurice's hilarity & Connor McDavid, Evan Bouchard, & Leon Draisaitl continuing to frustrate Rantanen, Hintz, and the Stars (39:15). Finally, our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Ivan Ryabkin, the Muskegon Lumberjacks star - worth the risk or "Do Not Draft"? (52:05) All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:00:50) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop Harman's Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6380402/2025/05/27/nhl-restricted-free-agent-trade-candidates-2025/

The Detroit Red Wings need help scoring, but we all know that Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, and the Red Wings blue line desperately needs help defending as well. Tune in as we discuss some key candidates for Steve Yzerman to target in free agency or trade to help Detroit's defense alongside Seider, Edvinsson, Johansson, Chiarot & Co., including the Los Angeles Kings' Vladislav Gavrikov and the Buffalo Sabres' Bowen Byram - are they worth targeting over a Mitch Marner, Sam Bennett, or other forwards to help Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, & the rest of Hockeytown's offense? What would they cost and how does the rising salary cap benefit Steve Yzerman and the Red Wings? (5:05) After that, an update on Marco Kasper, Lucas Raymond, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, and the rest of the Detroit Red Wings at the IIHF World Championships (36:05) before jumping into NHL news, including a breakdown of the Leafs imploding as usual against Brad Marchand and the Panthers, thoughts on Matthews, Marner, Knies, and Tavares, as well as Stanley Cup Playoffs Conference Finals predictions as McDavid and the Oilers take on Rantanen and the Stars in the West, and Bobrovsky and the Panthers take on Svechnikov and the Hurricanes in the East (40:15). Finally, our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Lynden Lakovic and whether he reminds Red Wings fans of Michael Rasmussen or Anthony Mantha (1:02:45). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:12:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

Amidst the chaos going on with the Toronto Maple Leafs (sorry to Steve Dangle), Detroit Red Wings fans are steeped in a somewhat connected debate: should Steve Yzerman go after Mitch Marner this offseason, or would Hockeytown be better off spending the big dollars elsewhere? Tune in as we give our analysis, compare Marner to options like Gavrikov and Knies in terms of how they'd help Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson & Co., & what he would make compared to the likes of Mikko Rantanen (4:45). Also, updates on Detroit Red Wings at the World Championships, as Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Marco Kasper, Eduards Tralmaks, Lucas Raymond, Simon Edvinsson, and Erik Gustafsson roll on, as well as notes on Viking Gustafsson Nyberg and Maxime Comtois (27:30). Next, Stanley Cup Playoffs updates, as Brind'Amour's Hurricanes make easy work of Ovechkin and the Capitals, Connor McDavid and the Oilers move on again, the Dallas Stars beat the Jets in an emotional affair as Scheifele fights through tragedy, and the Leafs & Panthers are steeped in another hilariously dramatic series (35:50). Also, former Detroit Red Wings head coach is potentially joining Connor Bedard and the Chicago Blackhawks (47:40). Finally, our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Justin Carbonneau of the QMJHL: how does he compare to Kasper, Danielson, and Brandsegg-Nygard, do the Red Wings need another player like him or should they swing for more upside, and does he fit the "Steve Yzerman mould"? (58:25) All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:09:45) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to ExpressVPN.com/wingedwheel to get 4 extra months FREE! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

The Detroit Red Wings season is over but Hockeytown's young stars are still shining! Tune in as we open by covering Marco Kasper and Lucas Raymond leading their teams at the IIHF World Championships (as well as Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, and Erik Gustafsson) (4:40). Next, a discussion inspired by Max Bultman's recent article (link to read here) on who may be the best fit for Steve Yzerman to acquire to fill in the top 6 forward gap for the Detroit Red Wings alongside Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Lucas Raymond, Patrick Kane, and Marco Kasper: Sam Bennett, Brad Marchand, Will Cuylle, Alex Tuch, and more options (16:05). After that, NHL news including Joel Quenneville returning to the NHL with the Anaheim Ducks and Ken Holland doing the same with the Los Angeles Kings (43:40), as well as Stanley Cup Playoffs updates including the bloodbath between Tkachul and the Panthers and Marner and the Leafs, McDavid & Co. rolling on, & more (51:00). Finally, our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Carter Bear and whether his talents would be a worthwhile add for Steve Yzerman and Kris Draper at 13th overall (59:10). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:09:00) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to ExpressVPN.com/wingedwheel to get 4 extra months FREE! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

The question that comes up every year: should Steve Yzerman trade the Detroit Red Wings' 1st round draft pick for more immediate help? Tune in as we debate the topic, whether help for the Dylan Larkin & Alex DeBrincat window is more of a benefit than someone who will project to be in the Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, Simon Edvinsson window (3:30). Also, is Marco Rossi a potential trade target from the Minnesota Wild to jump into the top 6 alongside Patrick Kane & Co.? Or potentially Konecny, or dreams of a superstar like David Pastrnak (17:45). Next, NHL news including the Utah Mammoth, the NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs continuing to be insane thank to Pastrnak, the Oilers, Vegas, Leafs vs. Marchand and the Panthers, & more (29:30). After that, our 2025 NHL Entry Draft Profile on Cole Reschny, and why Brad thinks the Victoria star forward could be the ideal pick for Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings to potentially add some offensive talent to Hockeytown (45:05). All of that & lots more (including the Grand Rapids Griffins and Sebastian Cossa exiting the AHL Calder Cup Playoffs early) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (55:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

The Detroit Red Wings are beyond cursed when it comes to the NHL Draft Lottery. Tune in as we start by recapping the 2025 NHL Draft Lottery, as the New York Islanders and Utah Hockey Club (now Mammoth) win their draws, pushing the Detroit Red Wings down to 12th overall. Our thoughts, analysis on the odds, how the Red Wings have been screwed historically by the draft lottery process (despite landing Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, Simon Edvinsson, & others), & more (3:15). Next, our 2025 NHL Mock Draft of the first half of Round 1, including who we would pick if we were Steve Yzerman looking to bolster the Hockeytown lineup: forward support for Larkin, DeBrincat, Kane, Kasper, and Raymond? A defenseman to join Seider, Edvinsson, & Johansson? (19:35) Full picks listed below: Next, a Stanley Cup Playoffs update including an insane comeback in Winnipeg as the Jets and Hellebuyck survive Game 7 against the Blues, and the Leafs vs. Panthers series off to a hot start thanks to Bennett, Tkachuk, Stolarz, and more. Also, an update on David Carle staying in Denver (47:15). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:09:05) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jame Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop 1 (NYI) Schaefer 2 (SJS) Misa 3 (CHI) Martone 4 (UTA) Hagens 5 (NSH) Desnoyers 6 (PHI) Frondell 7 (BOS) O'Brien 8 (SEA) Mrtka 9 (BUF) McQueen 10 (ANA) Eklund 11 (PIT) Martin 12 (NYR) Smith 13 (DET) Aitcheson 14 (CBJ) Reschny 15 (VAN) Bear 16 (MTL) Carbonneau

With the Detroit Red Wings season post-mortem well-documented, we take a look at what Steve Yzerman's top priority should be for Hockeytown this offseason: getting scoring help for Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, and Marco Kasper in the form of Marner, Ehlers, Bennett, or Marchand? Defensive support for Mortiz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, and Albert Johansson by way of Gavrikov? Goaltending solution other than Talbot or Mrazek? (4:30) We also take a look at Isaac Howard of the Tampa Bay Lightning and whether he would be worth trading for, or if Danielson, Brandsegg-Nygard, Mazur or others are the solution for the Detroit Red Wings (16:15). Next, a Stanley Cup Playoffs update, including Mikko Rantanen's incredible Game 7 revenge performance, Hellebuyck and the Jets' unexpected goalie issue, Marner and the Leafs beating Tkachuk and the Senators, McDavid, Draisaitl and the Oilers beating the Kings again, the Capitals dispatching Lane Hutson's Canadiens, and Tkachuk and the Panthers making easy work of Vasilevskiy and the Lightning (29:45). After that, a U18 IIFH tournament recap and preview of the NHL Draft Lottery (46:55) before our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Brady Martin: is he a Marco Kasper clone and "Yzerman's type"? (50:50) All of that and plenty more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (58:22) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

Steve Yzerman and Todd McLellan finally took to the podium to address Hockeytown. Tune in as we cover the Detroit Red Wings presser from GM Steve Yzerman and head coach Todd McLellan, including how they were addressing Dylan Larkin's comments, thoughts on pro scouting, their plan to bolster the core of Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Simon Edvinsson, Moritz Seider, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, and the rest of the Detroit Red Wings, what they expect out of Copp, Compher, Tarasenko, Holl, and others, whether Sebastian Cossa is ready, blunt non-comments on Jake Walman, & more (4:05). After that, an update as Sebastian Cossa, Axel Sandin Pellikka, and the Grand Rapids Griffins dropped their first game of the AHL Calder Cup Playoffs, as well as an NHL Draft Lottery update (29:45). Next, NHL news including Mike Sullivan and Rick Tocchet being available, and a Stanley Cup Playoffs update (will Mitch Marner, Auston Matthews, and the Toronto Maple Leafs do the unthinkable?) (35:21) before jumping into our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Jackson Smith of the Tri-City Americans, and if he can be the LHD answer alongside Simon Edvinsson on the Red Wings blue line (55:40). All of that and plenty more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:03:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

The Detroit Red Wings offseason changes have already begun, with more potentially on the way. Tune in as we're joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit (and Winged Wheel Podcast contributor) on this episode, opening by discussing the report that Todd McLellan, Steve Yzerman, and the Red Wings have moved on from goaltending coach Alex Westlund, and how this relates to Hockeytown's issues in net over the years: can new coaching help, or is the rotating group of Cam Talbot, Petr Mrazek, Alex Lyon, and others to blame? How does this affect Sebastian Cossa coming up (with Trey Augustine a ways away) (3:40)? Next, Max offers his thoughts on Steve Yzerman's biggest holes and offseason tasks to help the Red Wings roster: what support does Detroit need for Dylan Larkin, Patrick Kane, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, and Marco Kasper at forward - like Mitch Marner or Nikolaj Ehlers? Do they need to prioritize a defenseman to help Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson - like Gavrikov? Can Nate Danielson, Carter Mazur, Axel Sandin Pellikka, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, or others be the answer (9:35)? After that, a comprehensive NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs update, including Tom Wilson and Josh Anderson in a lively bench brawl between Washington and Montreal, the Leafs dominating Tkachuk's Senators, the Lightning and Panthers trading majors (and Cooper and Maurice exchanging banter) in the Battle of Florida, Connor Hellebuyck collapsing for the Winnipeg Jets, TNT not calling games in person, & plenty more (29:25). We then get into our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Cameron Reid: can the Kitchener Rangers defenseman be of interest for the Red Wings, or is someone like Aitcheson or Smith for attractive for Steve Yzerman and Detroit, who will want more size (1:02:45)? All of that and plenty more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:12:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 10% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

One of our biggest episodes every year: the Detroit Red Wings Season in Review. Tune in as we start our 2024/2025 Red Wings NHL season recap by covering our overall sentiments on the season, and how the transition from Derek Lalonde to Todd McLellan after Steve Yzerman fired the former really split the year into 2 parts (5:00). We then jump into the offense, including overall play 5v5 and individual player analyses of Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, & Marco Kasper (23:25). We continue with Andrew Copp, Elmer Soderblom, Vladimir Tarasenko, J.T. Compher, Jonatan Berggren, Michael Rasmussen, and the rest of the Hockeytown forward group (52:00). We then jump into defense, including season breakdowns for Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Albert Johansson, Ben Chiarot, Jeff Petry, Justin Holl, Erik Gustafsson, and the entire Detroit blue line (1:07:40). Finally, the goaltending, including Ville Husso, Cam Talbot, Alex Lyon, Petr Mrazek, and 1 game of Sebastian Cossa (1:27:40), before talking special teams, coaching with Todd McLellan, and Steve Yzerman's performance as general manager (1:33:35). Also, takeaways from the Red Wings locker room media, including Patrick Kane being likely to return to Detroit and Dylan Larkin's open frustration at the Red Wings' lack of trade deadline moves (1:42:35) & more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:46:10) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 10% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

It's the final countdown for the Detroit Red Wings. Tune in as we open by discussing their two most recent wins, including a victory over Jamie Benn and the Dallas Stars that included Dylan Larkin organizing an honorary stick-lift for John Keating, Albert Johansson, Alex DeBrincat, Jonatan Berggren, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, and Vladimir Tarasenko contributing, & more. Also, their win in New Jersey, including Marco Kasper reaching 19 goals, Lucas Raymond reaching the 80 point mark (first Red Wings player since Henrik Zetterberg to do it), Dylan Larkin reaching 30 goals for the 4th straight year, Simon Edvinsson using his body, Compher's snipe, a chat about the draft lottery standings & more (3:45). Next, we're joined by Prashanth Iyer to discuss Steve Yzerman's options for the Hockeytown team this offseason, Todd McLellan's impact & their underlying numbers, whether bringing back Patrick Kane, adding Mitch Marner, Gavrikov, or other free agents would be a boost, and how far away they are from the Wild Card playoff spots (15:00). Next, our 2025 NHL Stanley Cup Playoff predictions for every series: Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Ottawa Senators, Tampa Bay Lightning vs. Florida Panthers, Washington Capitals vs. Montreal Canadiens, Carolina Hurricanes vs. New Jersey Devils, Winnipeg Jets vs. St. Louis Blues, Dallas Stars vs. Colorado Avalanche, Vegas Golden Knights vs. Minnesota Wild, and Los Angeles Kings vs. Edmonton Oilers. (46:05) After that, our NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Caleb Desnoyers and how he compares to Marco Kasper and Nico Hischier (1:10:05) & more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:18:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 10% off your order! #ad Support the Jame Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

The Detroit Red Wings are officially out of playoff contention for the 9th straight season. Tune in as we discuss the postseason drought in Hockeytown, reactions to another year of disappointment as Todd McLellan, Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, and Steve Yzerman continue to look for answers and what those may be (defenseman so Simon Edvinsson can move up? Forward to help the top 6?) (4:20). After a quick overview of the Red Wings' most recent games (including Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, Marco Kasper, and other producing), we discuss the Detroit Red Wings NHL Draft Lottery standings, as well as whether Marco Kasper can be Hockeytown's 2nd line center of the future behind Dylan Larkin (and potentially alongside Nate Danielson) (21:30). After that, we take a look at Axel Sandin Pellikka and Michael Brandsegg-Nygard making their way to Michigan from Sweden as they'll join Sebastian Cossa, Amadeus Lombardi, Emmitt Finnie, Anton Johansson, and the Grand Rapids Griffins as they gear up for a Calder Cup Playoff run in the AHL (34:50). Also, the Western Michigan Broncos win their 1st ever NCAA National Championship, taking down BU as Kalamazoo celebrates (43:25). Next, our Roger McQueen 2025 NHL Entry Draft Prospect Profile: how talented is he, what's the risk to picking him, how is he like Cayden Lindstrom, and should Steve Yzerman target the skilled center? (46:20) All of that & more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (56:00) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 10% off your order! #ad Support the Jame Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

We continue our discussion about another season without the playoffs in Hockeytown

Seconds away from some small but maintained hope, but it fell apart for the Red Wings across two games in an instant... (00:00) Tune in as we start by discussing Detroit's heartbreaking loss to the St. Louis Blues as Cam Talbot and J.T. Compher could not hold off the late comeback, including a strong game from Binnington, Larkin, Seider, Kane, & Co. struggling, & more as Todd McLellan's squad's hopes are fading (5:35). We then discuss whether this is it for the Detroit Red Wings playoff hopes, barring another insane Lucas Raymond run like last season, what to make of this team, and a discussion on Steve Yzerman's offseason motivations whether or not the playoffs returned to Hockeytown (13:25). We continue the discussion with a hypothetical about whether adding defensemen to help Seider, Edvinsson, & Co. or forwards alongside DeBrincat and Raymond would be more beneficial (35:10) before getting into the big Detroit Red Wings pipeline news: Trey Augustine is returning to the Michigan State Spartans to play NCAA hockey for another season. What this means for the Grand Rapids Griffins, Sebastian Cossa, Gylander, Lyon, Talbot, Mrazek, & more (42:55). Next, NHL news including Alexander Ovechkin's goal chase and the new NHL TV deal with Rogers () before getting into our 2025 NHL Entry Draft Prospect Profile on Anton Frondell: can he challenge Misa, Hagens, Martone, & other top prospects in this class? (54:15) All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:00:50) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 10% off your order! #ad Support the Jame Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

The Detroit Red Wings are somehow still not fully out of this... Tune in as we're joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit (00:00) and (later on, live from WWP Night at the LCA) Ken Daniels on this episode! We start by discussing the Red Wings and their loss in Hockeytown to Brady Tkachuk, Tim Stutzle, and the Ottawa Senators, including Simon Edvinsson dropping the gloves with Tkachuk, the non-call on Lucas Raymond, Lyon's tough night, Moritz Seider & Co. struggling, & more as Todd McLellan's squad drops the Atlantic division game (3:40). Next, a big win in Detroit on Winged Wheel Podcast night, as Alex DeBrincat and Austin Watson set the tone with two great scraps, Marco Kasper, Lucas Raymond, and Cam Talbot combine for the win over Pastrnak's Boston Bruins, & more (10:40). After that, a look at the Stanley Cup Playoff race and whether the 2nd Wild Card spot is really in reach for Detroit over Montreal, New York, or Columbus (21:30). We then jump to our live interview with Ken Daniels, as he talks Detroit Red Wings hockey, working with Mickey Redmond, how Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond & Co. will have to catch fire even if Steve Yzerman didn't bring in trade reinforcements, & plenty more (30:15). Next, Red Wings news on Axel Sandin Pellikka & Michael Brandsegg-Nygard before our 2025 NHL Entry Draft Prospect Profile on Victor Eklund & how he compares to Frondell, Misa, Hagens, & others, as well as NHL news as John Tortorella is fired by the Philadelphia Flyers (1:03:10). All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:18:00) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Support the Jame Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop

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It's not mathematically over for the Detroit Red Wings, but it feels like it's over. Tune in as we discuss the latest loss as the Red Wings fell to the Vegas Golden Knights, including Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, & the Detroit power play combining for the only hope in the game before falling in the lopsided affair, as well as an overall discussion on what has gone wrong for Todd McLellan's squad in another miserable March (6:20). We then get into the realities of the Stanley Cup Playoff race as well as the NHL Draft Lottery outlook for the familiar position for Steve Yzerman's squad (13:10). Also, news on Trey Augustine, Red Savage, & the Michigan State Spartans, Axel Sandin Pellikka, Jeff Petry & Erik Gustafsson, & more (29:00). After that, a discussion on some potential targets for Steve Yzerman this offseason as he looks for a stopgap until Nate Danielson, Marco Kasper, Brandsegg-Nygard, & others can take over: Brad Marchand? John Tavares? Brock Boeser? Defensive help for Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson? (31:40) Next, the NHL taking a look at adding expansion teams in Houston and Atlanta, and maybe 2 more markets (47:05) before getting into our 2025 NHL Entry Draft Prospect Profile on Porter Martone: is he worth a #1 overall pick over Hagens, Schaefer, or Misa? What's his ceiling? (56:45) All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:04:35) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Support the Jame Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings Max's Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6216302/2025/03/20/red-wings-nhl-playoffs-offseason/  

Time is running out for the Detroit Red Wings. Tune in as we open by discussing the Hockeytown team's latest loss to Alexander Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals, including a Dylan Larkin goal, Petr Mrazek's 4th straight start, another 3rd period collapse, & more. Also, a discussion on whether this team is reverting back to the ways of Derek Lalonde rather than Todd McLellan, or the losses are more a function of the talent Steve Yzerman has added or just a tough schedule (3:50). We also take a look at the Stanley Cup Playoff race and what Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, & Co. have to do to beat the very long odds (22:05). Next, Trey Augustine piling up NCAA accolades with the Michigan State Spartans and what he has done for the Red Wings pipeline alongside Sebastian Cossa, Carter Gylander, & the rest of the netminders (27:50), as well as some more fun Marco Kasper stats (31:10). After that, our 2025 NHL Entry Draft Prospect Profile on Matthew Schaefer, and whether the Otters defenseman should go above Misa, Hagens, Martone, Frondell, & others in his class (36:15). Finally, NHL news including thoughts on Gary Bettman's bracket playoffs vs. the 1v8 format, expanded 3v3 overtime, the All Star game, the NHL Draft, & more (47:50). All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:03:45) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Support the Jame Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

The Detroit Red Wings needed a win against Vegas, and they couldn't have drawn it up any better. Tune in as we open by discussing Todd McLellan's squad's loss to Brind'Amour's Carolina Hurricanes, including Alex DeBrincat and Michael Rasmussen scoring in an otherwise lopsided affair (3:35), before discussing the Hockeytown matinee victory over Eichel and the Golden Knights, including Albert Johansson's filthy dangles, Lucas Raymond breaking his goal drought, Marco Kasper continuing to thrive on a great play from Erik Gustafsson & Patrick Kane, Samsonov's blocker to Rasmussen's face, Petr Mrazek's perfect shutout, perfect defense from Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson & Co., & more (7:40). Next, a look at the NHL Stanley Cup playoff race and just what makes Detroit's schedule so hard, as well as news on Anton Johansson and Future Considerations (19:30). After that, our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on James Hagens, USNTDP grad & Boston College star - could he be the 1/2C of the future alongside Dylan Larkin, or will he go outside of Steve Yzerman's range? How does he compare to Misa, Martone, Schaefer, & other draft stars (29:15)? Also, a look at Marco Kasper's fantastic rookie season & how he and Nate Danielson could be raising hopes for Detroit's center future (40:30) before discussing NHL news (Adin Hill's new contract & the goalie market (46:25). All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (50:35) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Support the Jame Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

The Detroit Red Wings finally broke their losing streak, putting up a touchdown's worth of goals at the LCA. Tune in as we start by first discussing McLellan's squad's losses to Ovechkins Washington Capitals and Linus Ullmark & the Ottawa Senators, including shaky goaltending from Talbot, Larkin & Seider scoring, another game-influencing terrible call, & more (3:35) before we jump into the Detroit Red Wings thumping Tage Thompson & the Buffalo Sabres in Hockeytown: Patrick Kane's 5 point night (the first since Anthony Mantha for Detroit), Alex DeBrincat's 30th goal & 4 point night, Maroc Kasper & Dylan Larkin's 3 point games, Petr Mrazek's win in his return, Lucas Raymond's 2 assists, Moritz Seider & Vladimir Tarasenko chipping in, Simon Edvinsson mixing it up with Norris & Thompson, Rasmussen's "fight", and plenty more (8:50). After that, a discussion on the Stanley Cup Playoff race and where Steve Yzerman's team sits in the packed contest (24:20) before we jump into our first 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile of the year: Michael Misa of the Saginaw Spirit - how doe she compare against Hagens, Martone, Schaefer, & others (31:05)? Finally, NHL news including more drama & intrigue from Rantanen & Marner, Aaron Ekblad's 20 game suspension, Benoit's superman punch on Kesselring, & more (41:20) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (56:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

The NHL Trade Deadline has come and gone, and Steve Yzerman's moves (or mostly lack thereof) have Detroit Red Wings fans a bit confused... Tune in as we open by covering the return of Petr Mrazek to Hockeytown, as he and Craig Smith come from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for Joe Veleno - reactions, analysis, value, how this affects Sebastian Cossa. Cam Talbot, & Alex Lyon, & more. Next, a discussion on whether sitting tight and not adding more help for Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, & the rest of Todd McLellan's squad, losing Christian Fischer to waivers, and Yzerman's comments on the high prices in the crazy sellers' market across the league (3:45). After that, Steve Yzerman's notes on wanting to be a bigger, tougher team (40:05), before covering big trades from across the league, including: Jake Walman and the sore spot for Red Wings fans, Dylan Cozens - Josh Norris, Mikko Rantanen - Logan Stankoven, Brock Nelson, Scott Laughton, Brad Marchand, & other deals in a crazy day outside of Detroit (48:45). Finally, a somber note as Carter Mazur's debut end horrifically for the Grand Rapids Griffins star (1:08:30) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:11:00) - enjoy this "emergency" episode! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

We are officially on Steve Yzerman NHL Trade Deadline watch...sleep lightly! Tune in as we start by discussing the Detroit Red Wings and their familiar loss to Rantanen and the Carolina Hurricanes, including a tough couple of goals from Alex Lyon, Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, and Marco Kasper struggling, Moritz Seider, Patrick Kane, and Ben Chiarot missing coverage, Elmer Soderblom's beautiful goal, & more as Todd McLellan's squad continues its losing streak (4:35). After that, a discussion on where the Hockeytown team sits in the Stanley Cup Playoff race, as well as the call-up of Grand Rapids Griffins star Carter Mazur and Christian Fischer being waived (18:30). Next, our 2025 NHL Trade Deadline preview, starting with the Detroit Red Wings and their trade to retain salary on Yanni Gourde and acquire a 4th round pick. Also, who we think Steve Yzerman may target (Cozens? Byram? Rantanen? Boeser? Rakell? Mittelstadt? Donato? defense help for down the lineup with Johansson and Edvinsson?), sell (Holl? Tarasenko? Gustafsson?), or if it's more likely he stands pat. (29:50) We also take a look at trades across the NHL, and who still remains on the trade market (Petterson?) (49:15). After that, we're joined by DJ Bean of What Chaos! to discuss the downturn of Marchand, Pastrnak, McAvoy, and the Boston Bruins, what's next for them & if Zadorov would be a good acquisition, thoughts on the Red Wings' future, & lots more (59:10) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:26:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

The Red Wings have now lost three in a row after a 2-1 loss to the Hurricanes

7:00 HOUR: Can the Pistons win a playoff series? We take the pulse of Hockeytown

3/6/25 - Five Lions offseason questions, Mrs. Costa drags Jim to a musical, Taking the pulse of Hockeytown, Is the 696 closure worse than you thought?

Heartbreak in Ohio...we should have known. Tune in as we start by covering the first of two Detroit Red Wings losses to the Columbus Blue Jackets, including a tough performance from Dylan Larkin and Todd McLellan's words after, Alex DeBrincat still showing up, a rough night for Cam Talbot, & more (4:00) before we jump into the Stadium Series game at Ohio Stadium: a touching tribute to Johnny Gaudreau, terrible coverage to start the game from ESPN, DeBrincat scoring yet again, Gustafsson, Edvinsson, Holl, and Johansson missing coverage, Elmer Soderblom hurt, Ben Chiarot's big hit, Patrick Kane and Alex Debrincat leading the comeback, a brutal missed call by the referees on a high-stick by Danforth on Simon Edvinsson, and LOTS more on the night (8:40). Next, discussion on the Stanley Cup Playoff race implications for Steve Yzerman's team, and whether Hockeytown will be a buyer, seller (Alex Lyon? Vladimir Tarasenko?), or neither at the upcoming NHL Trade Deadline because of these two losses (26:50). After that, a discussion on just how great Alex "The Cat" DeBrincat has been all season, & how important his production is alongside Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Dylan Larkin, Marco Kasper, & others (44:15). Finally, NHL news including the Seth Jones - Spencer Knight trade as Bedard's teammate heads to Florida, Nyquist & other moves around the league, & whether J.J. Peterka would be a worthwhile trade target for Steve Yzerman as fans consider him and popular targets like Mikko Rantanen & Mitch Marner (50:10). All of that & plenty more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:01:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

Husso traded, Yzerman with a world of cap space, Simon Edvinsson firing multiple clappers into Minnesota's net...it's been an interesting few days. After discussing the 1 year anniversary of Patrick Kane's "Showtime" moment called by Ken Daniels in Chicago (00:00)...tune in as we start by discussing the Detroit Red Wings and their 3-2 win on the road in a rematch against the Minnesota Wild, including Simon Edvinsson's multiple (surprising) slapshot goals, Gustafsson finding Vladimir Tarasenko for a nice play, Elmer Soderblom and Albert Johansson combining to assist an all Swedish goal, Marco Kasper continuing to thrive on a line with Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat's point streak, & more (5:20). After that, a Stanley Cup Playoff race update as Todd McLellan's team looks to fend off the (upcoming x2) Columbus Blue Jackets in the Stadium Series game, the New York Rangers, Ottawa Senators, Boston Bruins, & others (13:05). Next, Steve Yzerman trades Ville Husso to Pat Verbeek & the Anaheim Ducks, Andrew Copp is out for the season (after playing well with DeBrincat and Patrick Kane), and roughly $14 million in cap space being available to the Hockeytown team at the NHL trade deadline - do they target a big splash like Rantanen, Marner, Petterson, or Cozens? Stand pat? Binnington or another unexpected move? (24:40) After that, NHL news including Trevor Zegras' suspension for the hit to the head of Michael Rasmussen (47:10), the Boston Bruins on the downturn and whether Brad Marchand, Nikita Zadorov, or even David Pastrnak could be available, & more (54:05) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:05:00) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

The Detroit Red Wings are back, they've blown two late-game leads in two days, and Patrick Kane has an electric overtime game winner - par for the course in Hockeytown (00:00). Tune in as we start by discussing Todd McLellan's squad's overtime loss to the Minnesota Wild, including Alex DeBrincat's goal, assist, and massive hit on Brock Faber (and Andrew Copp getting hurt in the scrum), Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond picking up where they left off, a comedy of errors from Patrick Kane, Tarasenko, Moritz Seider, Erik Gustafsson, Cam Talbot, & more as the Red Wings blew the lead (4:45). Next, the rebound game against the Anaheim Ducks, including more of Alex DeBrincat, Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, Patrick Kane, and the Red Wings power play, Marco Kasper's big night (with a nice reverse hit on Radko Gudas), Trevor Zegras and his uncalled hit to the head of Michael Rasmussen, Alex Lyon and the team blowing another lead, and Showtime's incredible OT winner against the odds (22:30). Also, a quick look at Detroit's Stanley Cup Playoff race positioning and schedule ahead (35:15). Next, our 4 Nations Face-Off tournament recap, including Connor McDavid and Team Canada's dramatic overtime victory over Dylan Larkin, Matthew & Brady Tkachuk, & Team USA, why this has been such a big success for the NHL and international hockey, Dylan Larkin being the true Captain America, how guys like Simon Edvinsson & others can earn their way onto future teams, & more (38:15). Finally, NHL news including Mikko Rantanen's continued uncertainty and how that could play into Steve Yzerman's hands, as well as Alexander Ovechkin chasing down Wayne Gretzky for the all-time NHL goals record (59:10) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:03:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/wingedwheel and get on your way to being your best self. #ad Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

The 4 Nations Face-Off Final is set, and Dylan Larkin's Detroit Red Wings are also gearing up to return to play... (00:00) Tune in as we're joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit to discuss the USA vs. Canada rematch in the 4 Nations Face-Off, including how we got here, Dylan Larkin, Brady & Matthew Tkachuk, and Team USA (without Quinn Hughes) taking on Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, Sidney Crosby, & Team Canada. Also, Larkin & Lucas Raymond's performances & what this means for their play in Hockeytown (3:55). After that, quick notes on Detroit's locker room dynamic, and why Andrew Copp, Jeff Petry, and Jonatan Berggren were notable in a player poll (30:15). Next, we take a look ahead at the NHL Trade Deadline as Steve Yzerman will decide whether to stand pat, sell, or bolster Todd McLellan's team: find support for Moritz Seider & Simon Edvinsson on defense? More offense to help Alex DeBrincat and Patrick Kane? Trade Vladimir Tarasenko? Is Elias Petterson an option or better to wait for Mikko Rantanen or Mitch Marner (36:20)? Finally, NHL news including Gary Bettman's final CBA and the white vs. dark home vs. away jersey debate (51:25) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (59:35) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/wingedwheel and get on your way to being your best self. #ad Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings Allison's Photography: https://www.instagram.com/allisonfarrand/

DYLAN LARKIN - WHAT A MOMENT FOR TEAM USA.  Tune in as we open by discussing the pure adrenaline in the USA vs. Canada 4 Nations Face-Off game as Matthew and Brady Tkachuk, Hagel, Bennett, and Parayko dropped gloves (00:00), before jumping into a full analysis, including Dylan Larkin's standout performance, Guentzel, Hellebuyck, Slavin, & others defeating McDavid, Crosby, MacKinnon, Binnington, & Team Canada. Also, we discuss whether Dylan Larkin should have a bigger role (5:05), and then get into how Lucas Raymond has similarly been excelling as one of Team Sweden's best players, and what these performances can mean when the two return to play for the Detroit Red Wings after the NHL season resumes (28:50). We're then joined by legendary sportswrite and author Keith Gave to discuss his writings on Drpaer, Kocur, Maltby, McCarty, and The Grind Line, as well as his role in bringing The Russian Five over (with Federov and Konstantinov), his take on how Steve Yzerman, Todd McLellan, Larkin, Raymond, Moritz Seider, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, and the rest of the Hockeytown team is doing, & more (38:00). Next, the NHL announcing the World Cup of Hockey & how this plus the IIHF-sanctioned Olympics have international hockey in the best spot in years (1:10:00) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:14:55) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

Our final episode before officially reaching 10 years of the Winged Wheel Podcast...unbelievable (0:00). Tune in as we open with a very special guest interview with none other than Scotty Bowman: 14x Stanley Cup Winner, Detroit Red Wings legend, and the greatest NHL Coach of All Time - stories & insights from his coaching & executive days, tales of Steve Yzerman, McCarty, Osgood, Shanahan, and other NHL greats, & so much more in this (slightly delayed) very special interview (4:15). Next, we take a look at just how far the Red Wings have come, and how the core of Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, Marco Kasper, Elmer Soderblom, & others have helped this team, under Todd McLellan, to truly differentiate themselves from previous version (44:05). Additionally, a note on Marco Kasper's "paper moves" between Hockeytown and the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins (55:40). After that, a preview of the 4 Nations Face-Off as Larkin and Raymond join the likes of Matthews, MacKinnon, McDavid, Crosby, Petterson, Miller, & other league superstars - including predictions, analysis, & more (58:50). Finally, NHL news including Jared McCann being available and whether Steve Yzerman should trade for him (1:08:20) & more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:14:50) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Submit your favorite moments of the last decade of WWP here: https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1885818163519951307/ This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086 Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

The Detroit Red Wings win streak is over, but they head into the Four Nations Faceoff break still in a Stanley Cup Playoff position... Tune in as we open by discussing the 6-3 loss to Vasilevskiy, Kucherov, and the Tampa Bay Lightning in Hockeytown, including Alex DeBrincat's strong performance, weak goaltending from Alex Lyon and Cam Talbot, Tarasenko getting his 330th, Kane scoring, Edvinsson mixing it up, & more (3:55). We then take a look at where Todd McLellan's squad sits as we head into the break, including Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, & other Red Wings' stats, their Wild Card position & remaining schedule playoff odds, & more (11:15). After that, we discuss the report from Elliotte Friedman that Vladimir Tarasenko may be a name to watch on the trade market: what could Steve Yzerman get for him, or what would he have to give up to move the contract (29:13)? Next, NHL news including a Four Nations Faceoff preview (44:05), rants on the league's viewership issues (50:10), Noah Dobson and Trevor Zegras potentially being available, & more (57:50) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:01:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Submit your favorite moments of the last decade of WWP here: https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1885818163519951307/ Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086 Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

Two big milestones: almost a year since the last time Patrick Kane scored a filthy game-winning goal and the Detroit Red Wings were in a playoff spot, and we're almost at the 10 year anniversary of the Winged Wheel Podcast (00:00). (Submit your favorite moments of the last decade of WWP here: https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1885818163519951307/ Tune in as we start by discussing Detroit's 3-2 overtime win against Petterson and the Vancouver Canucks, including Alex DeBrincat's 2 goals & Raymond's setup for the winner, Berggren finding Chiarot, McLellan's Red Wings dragging on a long road trip, Alex Lyon coming up big & more (4:50), as well as the road trip-sweeping shootout win over Beniers and the Seattle Kraken, including the Dylan Larkin - Marco Kasper - Lucas Raymond line starting things off, the missed trip on Rasmussen, Moritz Seider, Jonatan Berggren, and Elmer Soderblom scoring, and Patrick Kane's record-setting, absolutely disgusting shootout goal to win it (13:45). Also, updates on Jeff Petry's health and Dominik Shine being sent down to the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins (27:40). Next, we discuss Detroit's current positioning in the Stanley Cup Playoff race & whether they can compete with the likes of the Ottawa Senators, Tampa Bay Lightning, & Boston Bruins to hang on (32:25). Also, does Todd McLellan deserve Jack Adams votes for NHL coach of the year (40:35), and should Elmer Soderblom stay up with the Hockeytown squad (46:15)? After that, a look at the NHL Player Survey and some interesting results (especially for Little Caesars Arena), the Buffalo Sabres' weak response to the hit on Tage Thompson, Cuylle's hit on Pietrangelo, & more (54:20) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:12:00) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086 Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings Player Survey: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6109298/2025/02/05/nhl-player-poll-best-worst-facilities-bettman/

While the Detroit Red Wings were sweeping Connor McDavid, Dustin Wolf, and the province of Alberta, the NHL and NBA) were busy trading Pettersons and other stars (00:00). Tune in as we discuss Alex Lyon, Dylan Larkin, Michael Rasmussen, Moritz Seider, Marco Kasper, and Lucas Raymond beating the Edmonton Oilers in a comeback, shootout win (5:50), as well as their subsequent victory over the Calgary Flames (including Dominik Shine getting his 1st NHL point on a beautifu goal from Fischer to Larkin, Simon Edvinsson's rip, and Copp's empty netter) to make it 5 straight wins for the Hockeytown team (15:50). Next, a look at Albert Johansson's improved play and what his career trajectory could be (also, Sebastian Cossa wanting to fight) (30:04) before jumping into the MASSIVE news of the NHL salary cap jumping dramatically, what this means for Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings, how their core shapes up and what's in store for Alex DeBrincat, Simon Edvinsson, & others, & what Yzerman's opportunity is to land a Panarin-type deal in Mikko Rantanen, Mitch Marner, or other superstar free agents (37:50). Finally, after a quick Stanley Cup Playoffs standings update, a look into all of the trades that have happened (J.T. Miller, Marcus Petterson, Farabee, Frost, etc.) between the likes of the Vancouver Canucks, New York Rangers, Pittsburgh Penguins, Calgary Flames, Philadelphia Flyers, & other (1:03:50) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:11:15) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086 Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

Lucas Raymond is elite, the youth movement has arrived in Marco Kasper, Albert Johansson, and Elmer Soderblom, and Hockeytown is buzzing. Tune in as we open by discussing Dominik Shine making his NHL debut (00:00), and then getting into the Detroit Red Wings and their thrilling win over the Los Angeles Kings, including Moritz Seider's own goal, Lucas Raymond quickly getting it back and then setting up Alex DeBrincat, Marco Kasper's big night (looking off Dylan Larkin!), Elmer Soderblom's game-winner, and lots more as Todd McLellan's Red Wings made it 3 straight wins (even without Patrick Kane) (4:35). We then take a look at Detroit's schedule ahead, their wild card NHL playoff chances, and some thrilling stats for Steve Yzerman's squad since changing from Derek Lalonde to Todd McLellan (21:20). Next, we have the age-old "is Lucas Raymond a superstar?" discussion, how he stacks up against the likes of Mitch Marner, Tim Stutzle, etc. (27:40), as well as the youth movement in Marco Kasper, Elmer Soderblom, and Albert Johansson, and what this means for their ceilings and future Red Wings (35:10). After that, NHL news including Lilleberg's suspension for his hit on Compher (and nothing for Kucherov's trip on Rasmussen), the Vancouver Canucks, Rutherford's comments on Petterson, J.T. Miller, Quinn Hughes, and Brock Boeser, the Utah NOT Yetis (Mammoth? Hockey Club?) (41:10) before hearing from Red Wings Director of Player Personnel Jiri Fischer on an important charity hockey game and the impact his work is making (and how it relates to his story) (58:00). All of that and LOTS more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:10:55) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Shocks and Saves Charity Hockey Game: https://x.com/jonmorosi/status/1883175996548960645/photo/1 Win PLAY F*****G HOCKEY merch & support Wings Money on the Board: https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086  https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086 Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

The Detroit Red Wings and their young guns have clawed back into this thing, all while the NHL trade world had a massive bombshell deal. Tune in as we open (after commenting on the response to Kucherov's trip on Rasmussen) (00:00) by discussing the home Hockeytown win over Lane Hutson and the Montreal Canadiens, including Dylan Larkin leading the way in his 700th game, Lucas Raymond's increasingly elite abilities, Jonatan Berggren, Alex DeBrincat, and Andrew Copp contributing (after Simon Edvinsson's block), & more (5:35). Next, Marco Kasper & Cam Talbot leading Detroit to a 2-0 win over Andrei Vasilevskiy & the Tampa Bay Lightning (even without Patrick Kane), including Kasper's redirect, Albert Johansson's fantastic play, Lilleberg's hit to J.T. Compher's head, a chippy game with Cirelli, Hedman & Co., and Nikita Kucherov's dirty trip on Michael Rasmussen's empty net goal (16:05). After that, a look at how the Red Wings rookies have been playing steadily better under Todd McLellan, including Elmer Soderblom, and what that means for future players like Nate Danielson & Carter Mazur - as well as a look at where Steve Yzerman's squad sits in the NHL wild card playoff race (28:45). Next up, a look at the NHL Quarter Century Team for the Detroit Red Wings (Steve Yzerman, Pavel Datsyuk, Henrik Zetterberg, Niklas Kronwall, Nicklas Lidstrom, Chris Osgood, Sergei Federov, Dylan Larkin, Brendan Shanahan, Chris Chelios, Brian Rafalski, Dominik Hasek), and whether Jimmy Howard or Mo Seider deserved a look (43:50), as well as an update on Axel Sandin Pellikka's plans to leave the SHL after this season to play for either Detroit or the Grand Rapids Griffins (48:20). We then jump into the insane blockbuster trade that happened in the NHL, as the Colorado Avalanche sent Mikko Rantanen to the Carolina Hurricanes for Martin Necas (with Taylor Hall, Jack Drury, and other pieces coming into play thanks to the Chicago Blackhawks): what does this mean for MacKinnon, Makar & Co., how everyone did in the trade, whether the Red Wings can still sign Rantanen in free agency, where the Vancouver Canucks trying to thrade Elias Petterson and J.T. Miller fit into this, & more (51:40) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:17:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Win PLAY F*****G HOCKEY merch & support Wings Money on the Board: https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086  https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086https://x.com/WingedWheelPod/status/1881143118575403086 This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/wingedwheel and get on your way to being your best self. #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Buy PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

Is the Todd McLellan new coach bump over for the Detroit Red Wings? Tune in as we're joined on this remote episode by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit (00:00) - we begin with a recap of Detroit's 2-1 overtime loss to Tortorella & Michkov's Philadelphia Flyers, including a nice goal from Ben Chiarot & Lucas Raymond, strong play from Alex Lyon, missed offense from Patrick Kane, Dylan Larkin, & others, Elmer Soderblom's season debut, & more (5:30). We then discuss the overall road trip for Steve Yzerman's squad, whether they're crashing back to their Derek Lalonde days or if there is still sustained improvement, if a tank is on for Misa, Hagens, or others (& if that's even possible with players like Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Alex DeBrincat, Raymond, Larkin, etc.), and if the Hockeytown squad is destined for the Stanley Cup Playoffs or the NHL Trade Deadline (14:30). Next, an update on what we saw from the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins, including Elmer Soderblom's improved season, Austin Watson's impact, Nate Danielson, Shai Buium, Sebastian Cossa, as well as more prospect updates on Dmitri Buchelnikov and Emmitt Finnie (37:30). Finally, NHL news including the Connor McDavid - Connor Garland suspension, whether Erik Karlsson being on the block makes sense for any team to trade for, & more (1:02:00) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:12:55) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/wingedwheel and get on your way to being your best self. #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

Is the Todd McLellan new coach bump over for the Detroit Red Wings? Tune in as we're joined on this remote episode by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit (00:00) - we begin with a recap of Detroit's 2-1 overtime loss to Tortorella & Michkov's Philadelphia Flyers, including a nice goal from Ben Chiarot & Lucas Raymond, strong play from Alex Lyon, missed offense from Patrick Kane, Dylan Larkin, & others, Elmer Soderblom's season debut, & more (5:30). We then discuss the overall road trip for Steve Yzerman's squad, whether they're crashing back to their Derek Lalonde days or if there is still sustained improvement, if a tank is on for Misa, Hagens, or others (& if that's even possible with players like Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Alex DeBrincat, Raymond, Larkin, etc.), and if the Hockeytown squad is destined for the Stanley Cup Playoffs or the NHL Trade Deadline (14:30). Next, an update on what we saw from the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins, including Elmer Soderblom's improved season, Austin Watson's impact, Nate Danielson, Shai Buium, Sebastian Cossa, as well as more prospect updates on Dmitri Buchelnikov and Emmitt Finnie (37:30). Finally, NHL news including the Connor McDavid - Connor Garland suspension, whether Erik Karlsson being on the block makes sense for any team to trade for, & more (1:02:20) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:13:15) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/wingedwheel and get on your way to being your best self. #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

Between the Red Wings and Lions, it was a tough weekend for Detroit... Tune in as we open this post-Grand Rapids Griffins event episode by discussing Todd McLellan's squad's unlikely win over Bobrovsky and the Florida Panthers, including a red-hot power play led by Berggren, Dylan Larkin, and Patrick Kane, Marco Kasper, Alex DeBrincat, and Lucas Raymond contributing, Cam Talbot's unreal performance, & more (3:55). We then recap the Red Wings' two losses to the Vasilevskiy and the Tampa Bay Lightning as well as Oettinger and the Dallas Stars, highlighted by poor defense (despite Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson's best efforts) and a tough back-to-back, as well as discuss what this team needs to do ahead of the Phildelphia Flyers game to convince Steve Yzerman that this team can make an NHL playoff push (8:40). We then cut to our recent live recording of the Winged Wheel Podcast with the Grand Rapids Griffins at Van Andel Arena, where we're joined by Amadeus Lombardi to discuss his career path, being drafted to Hockeytown, idolizing Fedorov, Kane, and Bure, playing with Nate Danielson, Sebastian Cossa, & other Griffins, & more (18:40). We're then joined by Dan Watson to discuss his time coaching the Griffins, what he's seen in progression from current & graduated players, his take on Derek Lalonde being replaced by McLellan, & plenty more (46:10). Next, we give our thoughts on the Detroit Red Wings Stadium Series jersey (including the fun Al the Octopus detail) (1:02:10) before jumping into NHL news, including Alex Nedeljkovic's goalie goal, Simon Nemec possibly wanting a trade, the McDavid - Garland fiasco, J.T. Miller's almost-trade to the New York Rangers, & more (1:07:15) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:16:15) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings

The Detroit Red Wings win streak ends at 7, and McLellan's squad has a tough test ahead... Tune in as we open by discussing the ugly loss in Hockeytown to Jake Walman & Macklin Celebrini's San Jose Sharks, including tough games from Justin Holl & Ville Husso, Patrick Kane's point streak, Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond's fantastic play, Vladimir Tarasenko breaking his goal drought (twice), Marco Kasper's controller disconnect moment, & more (4:45). Next, Todd McLellan's candid post-game presser & his style of holding players accountable, the Red Wings' upcoming road trip & the implications it has on the rest of the season, & whether Steve Yzerman will use the next 4 games to make any Trade Deadline decisions (15:25). After that, a look at how Lucas Raymond's point pace compares to Detroit Red Wings recent history, Tim Stutzle, Seth Jarvis, & others, how Alex DeBrincat, Larkin, Kane & other forwards have helped him, whether he could reach the 100 point plateau with more help than just his linemantes and Moritz Seider + Simon Edvinsson, & more (29:20). Finally, NHL news including just what on earth the Pittsburgh Penguins are going to do as Sidney Crosby still wants to win, Tristan Jarry is waived, & their cupboard is bare (39:00), as well as a midseason look at the Hart Trophy candidates: Nathan MacKinnon, Quinn Hughes, Kirill Kaprizov, Connor Hellebuyck, Leon Draisaitl, Connor McDavid... and Sean Monahan? (48:05) All of that & plenty more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (53:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings L.A. Fire Relief: Support LAFD & American Red Cross Shelly & Chloe Fundraiser: https://www.givesendgo.com/shellyandchloe

The Todd McLellan era continues to get better... Tune in as we open by discussing Ryan's return, a quick correction from last episode, and a lack of bold playoff proclamations (0:00) before jumping into the Detroit Red Wings extending their win streak to 5 games with a win over the Ottawa Senators, including Dylan Larkin's goal streak, Lucas Raymond and Alex DeBrincat continuing to stay hot, Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson holding down the fort on defense, Joe Veleno's timely goal, Alex Lyon's injury and Cam Talbot stepping in, and Patrick Kane's Showtime magic in overtime (7:50). After that, thoughts on how sustainable the win streak is in the  "PLAY F****G HOCKEY" era under Todd McLellan, what the playoff odds are for Steve Yzerman's Hockeytown team, & more (19:35). Next, more Dylan Cozens rumors between the Detroit Red Wings and Buffalo Sabres, who on Detroit would be worth including (Marco Kasper? Nate Danielson?), and whether Elias Petterson or J.T. Miller would be a better fit (32:25). We then discuss Trey Augustine, Max Plante, James Hagens, and Team USA's 2nd consecutive World Junior Championship gold medal, Jesse Kiiskinen's strong performance, and Axel Sandin Pellikka's accolades, as well as a note on the Red Wings goalie pipeline with Sebastian Cossa and Carter Gylander alongside Augustine, and how Ville Husso and/or Jack Campbell may be used as trade fodder (49:30). Finally, NHL news including the Canucks drama, Vatrano's deferred salary, & more (1:00:50) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:04:05) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! PLAY F*****G HOCKEY Merch: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/shop WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS (Jan. 18th - Griffins beanie) tickets: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp Hot Stove Rounding the Bases: https://jamiedanielsfoundation.org/featured-event/hot-stove-stories-rounding-the-bases-with-mike-tirico/ Max's Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6042497/2025/01/07/red-wings-todd-mclellan-new-coach-bump/

The Detroit Red Wings closed out 2024 with a bang! Tune in as we open by discussing Todd McLellan's squads two wins to finish the year, starting with the victory over Alexander Ovechkin's Washington Capitals including goals from Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, and Lucas Raymond (4:25), as well as their New Year's Eve win over sidney Crosby's Pittsburgh Penguins, including massive defensive plays from Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson, goals from Kane, Compher, as well as Dylan Larkin and Jonatan Berggren breaking their goal droughts (thanks to Raymond and Tarasenko), Alex Lyon's back to back wins, 1st line Joe Veleno, McLellan's 600th win as head coach, & more (11:15). Next, we discuss whether Hockeytown's hot streak is just a new coach bump or if this is sustainable, and whether Steve Yzerman should have fired Derek Lalonde sooner (18:50) before updates on Detroit's previous free agent ventures in Steven Stamkos & others, as well as Ondrej Becher signing his ELC (27:10). After that, a look at Red Wings prospects dominating the World Junior Championship, including Trey Augustine denying Canada, Axel Sandin Pellikka leading the Juniors in scoring, and Kiiskinen contributing for Finland, as well as a look on Canada's disastrous tournament so far (30:55). Finally, NHL news including Zibanejad and the New York Rangers cratering (44:30) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (52:35) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS (Jan. 18th - Griffins beanie) tickets: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp Hot Stove Rounding the Bases: https://jamiedanielsfoundation.org/featured-event/hot-stove-stories-rounding-the-bases-with-mike-tirico/ Kiiskinen Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6026325/2024/12/31/red-wings-prospect-jesse-kiiskinen-finland/

The Todd McLellan era in Detroit is now fully underway, with Steve Yzerman speaking to the state of the Red Wings rebuild. Tune in as we open by discussing Steve Yzerman's comments about Hockeytown, his maybe "heated" moment where he said he's taking suggestions, how he plans to expedite the rebuild around Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, and Simon Edvinsson, & what the task ahead is (3:55). After that, comments and philosophy from Dylan Larkin, Todd McLellan, & others, as well as McLellan's first full practice ("just f*in play hockey") (16:00). Next, we discuss takeaways from the first Detroit Red Wings game (against Marner and the visiting Leafs) since moving on from Derek Lalonde, as well as what the Detroit Red Wings management staff may be missing (32:25), before discussing the continued rumors of a potential Buffalo Sabres / Detroit Red Wings trade (Dylan Cozens or Bowen Byram?), in addition to a quick not on Elmer Soderblom in the AHL with the Grand Rapids Griffins (59:00).  Finally, a World Junior Championship update including Axel Sandin Pellikka, Max Plante, Trey Augustine, Team Canada's upset loss to Latvia, & plenty more (1:09:35) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:21:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS (Jan. 18th - Griffins beanie) tickets: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp Hot Stove Rounding the Bases: https://jamiedanielsfoundation.org/featured-event/hot-stove-stories-rounding-the-bases-with-mike-tirico/ Max's Articles: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/nhl/team/redwings/ Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

DEREK LALONDE HAS BEEN FIRED BY THE DETROIT RED WINGS. So much for the holiday break - tune into this EMERGENCY EPISODE of the Winged Wheel Podcast as we discuss Derek Lalonde and Bob Boughner being relieved of their duties by Steve Yzerman in Hockeytown, and Todd McLellan and Trent Yawney being hired to replace them. We open by discussing Newsy's firing, how the team performed under him, how Dylan Larkin's comments & poor performances by the team (outside of the like of Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, & Alex DeBrincat) affected his coaching tenure, if he deserved to be fired, & how much of the season was his fault (2:50).  Next, a look at Todd McLellan as a coach, his history with McDavid's Oilers and Kopitar's Kings, what type of system he plays, how much he can get out of the likes of Patrick Kane, J.T. Compher, Andrew Copp, Vladimir Tarasenko, Marco Kasper, Jonatan Berggren, & others, whether Yzerman wanted Jim Montgomery, Gerrard Gallant, or Joel Quenneville, & what can realistically be expected of this season (still tanking for Hagens, Misa, Martone, Schaefer, etc.?) (11:55). After that, what Steve Yzerman has to do next to fix the roster (and when): a trade with the Buffalo Sabres for Dylan Cozens or Bowen Byram? Zegras from the Ducks? (32:40) Finally, Axel Sandin Pellikka kicks off the World Junior Championship by storm with a hat trick, scoring 3 goals and an assist for Team Sweden as the Detroit Red Wings prospect lights it up (as Augustine struggles a bit against Germany) (48:05). All of that and LOTS more before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (53:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS (Jan. 18th - Griffins beanie) tickets: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp Hot Stove Rounding the Bases: https://jamiedanielsfoundation.org/featured-event/hot-stove-stories-rounding-the-bases-with-mike-tirico/ Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

So much for holiday cheer... Tune in as we discuss the Detroit Red Wings & their two losses to a fellow bottom-feeder in Lane Hutson's Montreal Canadiens, including Simon Edvinsson being out leaving Moritz Seider and Ben Chiarot to fend for themselves (with Lagesson getting his first game), Talbot & Lyon not saving the day per usual, Patrick Kane, Joe Veleno, Michael Rasmussen, & Tyler Motte contributing, terrible special teams, and an altogether brutal weekend for Derek Lalonde's squad (6:30). After that, a look at where this team is at as we head into our Christmas break, including Dylan Larkin's scoring slump, how the team is performing behind Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat & Co., & whether the tank for Hagens, Schaefer, Martone, Misa, etc. is truly on for Steve Yzerman's Hockeytown team (20:35). Next, a conversation with Bob Kaser, voice of the AHL Grand Rapids Griffins, to talk some positivity: Red Wings pipeline in Sebastian Cossa, Nate Danielson, Maroc Kasper, Jonatan Berggren, Amadeus Lombardi, Wallinder, Carter Mazur, & plenty more (32:20). After that, Red Wings news including John Keating calling it an incredible career, Trey Augustine, Max Plante, Jesse Kiiskinen, and Axel Sandin Pellikka at the World Juniors as well as a conversation about whether Steve Yzerman needs to make a coaching change in Derek Lalonde or a trade with a team like Buffalo (Cozens? Byram?) (1:06:30). Finally, NHL NHL including Matt Rempe's high hit (1:13:30) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:20:55) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Mar. 29th - barber pole jersey) tickets: wingedwheelpodcast.com/redwings WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS (Jan. 18th - Griffins beanie) tickets: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp Hot Stove Rounding the Bases: https://jamiedanielsfoundation.org/featured-event/hot-stove-stories-rounding-the-bases-with-mike-tirico/ Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad