Podcasts about yzerman

97.1 The Ticket presents a collection of discussions surrounding the widening rift between Steve Yzerman and Dylan Larkin. Hear the breakdown from Costa & Jansen, Karsch & Anderson, and The Valenti Show as the guys debate whether Yzerman is playing "full spite" or just out of touch with the modern NHL. Plus, the crew debates if a blockbuster trade is the only option left. That and more on Best Of Red Wings on 97.1 The Ticket!

The guys pivot briefly away from their honoring of Kenny Kott to discuss the moves Steve Yzerman made (or didn't make) during the NHL Draft and his ensuing comments to the media.

This post-Draft Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the entire Red Wings NHL draft class including the Sebastian Cossa trade. Hockeytown news & analysis rolls on with Yzerman's updates on the Larkin trade saga, free agency preview, & Hurlbert + Plante hype. (00:00) - Intro Delirium after a long, wild couple of days in the 2026 NHL Draft. (04:15) - Sebastian Cossa Traded to Utah Cossa goes to the Mammoth for the 23rd overall pick. Why Detroit moved on from the netminder and how it was tidy business. (13:20) - JP Hurlbert Pick The big swing on skill - a 97-point WHL season and the highest-upside forward in the system now. (21:50) - Victor Plante Pick Detroit grabs Max Plante's brother in the second round. A high-motor, high-IQ winger with a competitive edge. (30:00) - Goalie Strategy & Rounds 4-7 Michal Orsulak in net plus late-round flyers (Adam Levac, Beckham Edwards, Luka Arkko, & Myles Brosnan). Plus, what the Cossa-vs-prospect goalie experiment will tell us. (47:15) - Draft Class Grades B-plus with a cherry on top? The good, the predictable, and the typical Yzerman picks. (53:30) - Yzerman on Larkin Steve Yzerman keeps it brief but firm: no promises, five years left, and the ball is in Larkin's court. (1:01:00) - DeBrincat and Kane Decisions Alex DeBrincat's extension case and whether Patrick Kane returns for another run. (1:12:45) - Free Agency Preview A barren UFA market, a Simon Edvinsson extension to figure out, and a few depth names worth a look. (1:19:05) - Around the League Trades & Rumors Werenski, Robertson, Dorofeyev, and the rest of a chaotic offseason across the NHL. (1:29:24) - Overtime Lanny McDonald hilarity, Bill Guerin, and your questions from the live stream.  --- Refresh your wardrobe with Quince - go to Quince.com/WINGEDWHEEL for free shipping and 365-day returns! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

The people share Mike and Rico's sentiments regarding Pierre LeBrun's Yzerman report.

Mike and Rico continue their Yzerman/Larkin conversation and take a slightly different angle concerning whether Alex DeBrincat could be on the way out too.

The guys rounded out the show with some parting thoughts to wrap up their Red Wings/Dylan Larkin conversation today.

The guys began the show with their immediate thoughts on a report from NHL Insider Pierre LeBrun throwing cold water on any smoke regarding Dylan Larkin getting traded any time soon. They discussed the potential ramifications if this news turns out to be true and what the perception will be in Detroit about both Steve Yzerman and Larkin. Then, they finished the hour with an "In Football Today".

This Detroit Red Wings podcast reacts to the Brady Tkachuk trade to the Florida Panthers & what it means for Red Wings trade rumors surrounding Dylan Larkin. Hockeytown news & analysis breaks down Yzerman's leverage, the looming Larkin return, and decisions on Patrick Kane and Alex DeBrincat. (00:00) - Brady Tkachuk Trade Reaction The guys get into the blockbuster the second it broke, the Team USA "group chat" of it all, and why Ottawa fans might actually be the lucky ones here. (03:45) - Breaking Down the Trade Details & Team USA Super Team Drama The full package Florida sent to land Tkachuk, plus the earlier Mackie Samoskevich move to Seattle that set it all up. Also, players openly recruiting each other, the push to pull stars back across the border, and whether the league can do anything about it. (11:45) - How This Affects the Red Wings Why this trade sets the floor for a Dylan Larkin return and takes one team off his list. (21:20) - Kane and DeBrincat Decisions Whether Patrick Kane re-signs and how Detroit should handle a possible Alex DeBrincat extension. (26:40) - Prashanth Iyer Interview The "If I Were Steve Yzerman" piece (read here: https://prashanthiyer.substack.com/p/if-i-were-steve-yzerman-2026-edition), the Carolina blueprint, and chasing a future 1C through the Larkin trade. (52:45) - Prospect Profile: Wyatt Cullen The skilled USNTDP winger, his deception, and why he's climbing draft boards. (56:35) - Prospect Profile: Maddox Dagenais A big QMJHL power winger with a heavy shot - boom-or-bust second-round swing? (1:03:50) - Overtime: Patron Questions & Draft Coverage Coming Up Should the team make a Larkin statement, Yzerman's silence, and prospect misses of the past. Plu, upcoming NHL Draft Preview episode, the Friday live stream, and Patron-exclusive day two hangout. ~~~~~ Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL  for 60% off your first box! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

This Detroit Red Wings podcast further breaks down how Larkin's future hangs over the offseason. Hockeytown news & analysis looks at how the Stanley Cup champion Carolina Hurricanes built their roster & whether Steve Yzerman can follow that blueprint. (00:00) - Intro The Larkin trade timeline, cottage plans, and the case for circling July dates on the calendar. (05:25) - Hurricanes Win the Cup Carolina's dominant run, Jordan Staal's Conn Smythe, and the most efficient roster-building masterclass in recent memory. (15:30) - Can Detroit Follow Carolina's Model? Why a team with no game-breaking superstar is the most realistic path for the Red Wings, and what has to change in their pro scouting and player philosophy to build around Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond. (30:05) - Theo Rochette Signing A zero-risk ELC flyer out of Switzerland: Grand Rapids Griffins depth or a potential Detroit jersey replacement? (34:35) - Around the NHL Leafs hire Jim Hiller, Tortorella out in Vegas, plus the Kesselring and Ross Colton trades and Vincent Trocheck's representation switch. (47:10) - Prospect Profile: Tynan Lawrence The Boston University center's unique path and the Marco Kasper comparison that has us intrigued and cautious. (52:30) - Prospect Profile: Adam Valentini The Michigan winger in Detroit's backyard who could be a second or third-round target. (59:15) - Overtime Patron Questions & PWHL Detroit The 2027 draft class, Dan Watson's NHL future, buyout odds, and PWHL Detroit's roster building. ~~~~~ Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL  for 60% off your first box! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

This Detroit Red Wings podcast dives further into the Larkin trade request ordeal, focusing on Alex DeBrincat & Steve Yzerman weighing a possible hard reset. Hockeytown news & analysis breaks down Alex DeBrincat's looming contract decision and what a step-back season could mean for the roster. (00:00) - Intro and Birthday Wishes We open with Evan's belated birthday (or is it Eric's?) and a look ahead to the draft and free agency. (04:40) - Alex DeBrincat Contract Situation DeBrincat's extension could decide whether Detroit retools or tears it down — and why keeping him matters at all costs. (16:10) - Yzerman's Path Forward The death-by-a-thousand-cuts problem in pro scouting and how a Larkin trade return shapes the next five years. (29:35) - Simon Edvinsson Extension Talk Edvinsson's RFA deal, the eight-year window before the CBA change, and whether a bridge makes sense. (36:00) - Darnell Nurse Trade Block What it'd take to even consider Nurse's contract, plus a wild Edmonton retention hypothetical. (42:05) - NHL Awards Voting Kucherov edges McDavid for the Hart, and Moritz Seider lands the Red Wings' first Hart votes since a surprising name. (45:50) - Prospect Profile: Keaton Verhoeff The right-shot North Dakota defenseman playing his true 17-year-old season in the NCAA, and why his ceiling is worth a gamble. (53:30) - Prospect Profile: JP Hurlbert The Kamloops winger with a wicked shot who could fall to Detroit's range at 47th overall. (58:34) - Overtime Patreon Questions Trade-request floodgates, Connor Hellebuyck rumblings, the Gibson goalie surplus, and an onion-eating sacrifice for McDavid. --- Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

Trade for the now or the future?

Valenti and Rico get this week's Best Of started with their reactions to the less-than-ideal list of Dylan Larkin's preferred trade destinations. Then, they offer some thoughts on what they believe the Pistons' biggest need this offseason is, follow up their earlier Larkin conversation by asking whether you're team Yzerman or Larkin, and much more!

This chaotic Detroit Red Wings podcast digs into the latest Red Wings trade rumors as Dylan Larkin's trade list potentially expands & Sebastian Cossa's suitors emerge. Hockeytown news and analysis breaks down Yzerman's potential returns from Utah, Dallas, & others, plus the Mike Babcock to Edmonton madness. (00:00) - Intro The Larkin saga, Cossa rumors, Babcock, and a high-octane Stanley Cup Final - what is happening in June? (05:25) - Dylan Larkin's Trade List Maybe Expands Helene St. James reports the initial three teams (Minnesota, Vegas, Florida). Pierre LeBrun follows with Yzerman going back to Pat Brisson to push for more - Dallas, Tampa Bay, and Utah enter the chat. (21:10) - Potential Suitors Breakdown What a Jason Robertson or Mavrik Bourque package from Dallas could look like, why Utah and Montreal might offer the best return, and whether Macklin Celebrini's Sharks should be sniffing around (Misa?). (35:10) - Sebastian Cossa Trade Rumors Edmonton's interest, Kevin Weekes pointing to the Utah Mammoth, and how packaging Cossa with Larkin could bridge the gap to an Eichel-style return (Desnoyers & Iginla, maybe?). (46:05) - Mike Babcock to the Oilers? Daryl Katz, Stan Bowman, and the NHLPA investigation - plus what current and former players really think about Babs returning to a bench. (56:05) - Michael McCarron's Wild Contract Six years, full no-move for a 31-year-old fourth liner. "Wild" Bill Guerin strikes again. (1:02:15) - Stanley Cup Final Carter Hart history, Jordan Staal's acrobatics, and what Rod Brind'Amour does with Frederik Andersen. (1:06:10) - Overtime Mailbag Faith in Steve Yzerman seven years in, Emmitt Finnie's ceiling, and what a Justin Holl trade looks like. --- Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Pierre's Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7349305/2026/06/10/nhl-trades-free-agency-larkin-matthews-werenski/

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This week, the boys talk about the Mike Babcock situation in Edmonton and talk about how wonderful the Stanley Cup Final has been and many might be missing out. Lyle Richardson of Spector's Hockey talks about the Dylan Larkin situation in Detroit and how it'll be the lasting mark in the Yzerman regime. 

It was reported earlier that Steve Yzerman and Dylan Larkin aren't on the best of terms and only speak when needed. Mike and Rico discussed if this changes which side they're on with the Red Wings captain's trade request.

The guys open the phone lines again to hear from more of the people on today's topics.

Mike and Rico go to the people on their Larkin/Yzerman topic.

The guys debate which side they're on in the Yzerman/Larkin saga after hearing the latest news regarding the two.

Mike and Rico aren't surprised by this news about Steve Yzerman and Dylan Larkin's (lack of) relationship.

6:00 HOUR: How many All-Stars will the Tigers have? How does Yzerman "win" the Larkin situation?

Are You Gonna Eat That?

Are You Gonna Eat That, Gibbs contract, Texas Tech vs. Everybody.

This devastated Detroit Red Wings podcast tackles the Dylan Larkin trade request fallout & what comes next for Steve Yzerman. Hockeytown news & analysis breaks down the captain wanting out, Red Wings trade partners as rumors ramp up, & the path forward for an Original 6 franchise in chaos. (00:00) - Intro Recording back in studio after the emergency episode dropped mid-golf trip, with a shoutout to Ken Daniels for hosting the remote setup. (06:00) - Larkin Trade Request Reactions, Hughes and Eichel Comparables & Original Six Captain Standards The initial gut punch and how the past 48 hours have shifted the conversation around Detroit's captain. Why the request is understandable from a human standpoint but to some, inexcusable for the captain of this franchise with five years still left on the deal. Plus, how Quinn Hughes and Jack Eichel trades set the floor for return value, and why Larkin's contract makes him uniquely valuable. Also, why this shouldn't happen to the Red Wings, and where the blame falls on the organization for letting it get here. (24:50) - Trade Return Expectations & Yzerman's Path Forward What a fair package looks like and why Steve Yzerman holds more leverage than people think. And, the two roads ahead, the Alex DeBrincat extension question, and what to do with Patrick Kane. (47:45) - Lucas Raymond at Center? The Logan Stankoven comparison and whether Detroit has to experiment given the lack of a top six pivot. (51:15) - Potential Trade Destinations Utah, Dallas, Montreal, Buffalo, Anaheim, New Jersey, and more breakdowns including names like Hischier, Desnoyers, Iginla, Robertson, Bourque, Hage, and Owen Power. (1:05:35) - Stanley Cup Final Mitch Marner's natural hat trick, Vegas grabbing a 2-1 series lead over Carolina, and Frederik Andersen's struggles. (1:10:55) - Overtime Mailbag Your questions on three-team deals, training camp scenarios, and the floor of a Seider-Raymond core. --- This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

Larkin trade market only 3 teams???

Hour 4: Are you team Larkin or Yzerman? full 2519 Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:15:06 +0000 koAS1wJgNnKMhGw01JFPMcYXJyJY7rV1 sports Karsch and Anderson sports Hour 4: Are you team Larkin or Yzerman? Veteran broadcaster and voice of the Michigan Wolverines Doug Karsch and Scott “Gator” Anderson break down the biggest Detroit sports stories with experience, passion and plenty of no-holds-barred opinions. Talking Lions, Tigers, Red Wings, Pistons, Michigan, Michigan State and everything in between, Karsch & Anderson delivers smart breakdowns and the kind of conversations Detroit fans actually have. Full episodes and highlights drop Monday through Friday. © 2026 Audacy, Inc. Sports https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%

Larkin or Yzerman?

After giving it the weekend to sink in, Jake Rivard from Octopus Thrower joins us to evaluate how Yzerman moves forward, how the Wings could come out better in the end, and what a return for Dylan Larkin might look like. We have an exclusive collection with Vintage Detroit! https://www.vintagedetroit.com/product-category/keep-it-local/glp/ Remember to follow us on Twitter & Instagram @GrindLinePod and join our Discord at discord.gg/mQ6KP6ePGX Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike and Rico go to more of the people on their main topic today.

Mike and Rico carried their topic of the day into the second hour. They were joined to discuss said topic by Stoney for a few minutes before taking more of your calls throughout the rest of the hour.

The guys pick sides in the Larkin trade request situation.

Mike and Rico rounded out this week of shows with a few more thoughts and calls on today's main topic.

Jeremy and Joe analyze the landscape following Dylan Larkin's reported trade request from the Detroit Red Wings. They speak with Kevin Allen about Steve Yzerman's potential strategies and whether the Sabres should pursue the star center using top prospects like Konsta Helenius or Isak Rosén. The discussion also covers NHL draft lottery trends and frustrating playoff game logistics. 01:08 - Larkin Trade Request 01:53 - Kevin Allen Interview 15:17 - Red Wings Draft Luck 20:24 - NHL Playoff Logistics 25:07 - Matthew Knies Rumors

8:00 HOUR: Jim has a million thought's on Dylan Larkin's trade request, Who looks worse: Larkin or Yzerman?

Dylan Larkin has asked to be traded from the Red Wings

We continue our discussion after Dylan Larkin's trade request

6/5/26 - Jim has a million thoughts on Dylan Larkin's trade request, Who looks worse: Larkin or Yzerman? Cookie Jar, Max Bultman of The Athletic

Dylan Larkin has reportedly requested a trade from the Detroit Red Wings, and this emergency edition of the Red Alert Podcast reacts to one of the most shocking moments in recent franchise history. Joe and Cindy break down what this means for Steve Yzerman, the Red Wings' failed rebuild, Detroit's lack of center depth, Patrick Kane's future, the organization's culture, ownership concerns, and whether this signals a full reset for the franchise. Is this on Larkin? Is this on Yzerman? Is this on ownership? And most importantly: where do the Red Wings go from here?

Spencer and Eazy react to the Detroit Red Wings Captain Dylan Larkin Requesting a Trade from Detroit, plus Detroit Lions OTA updates.

This Detroit Red Wings podcast tackles Red Wings trade options & free agency paths as Steve Yzerman weighs how aggressive to get this summer. News and analysis breaks down the Elias Pettersson trade scenario, Bobby McMann free agent fit, and what a real roster shakeup could look like for Todd McLellan's group. (0:00) Remembering Claude Lemieux Opening with condolences to the family, friends, and loved ones of Claude Lemieux, who passed away at age 60. (1:12) Intro Warning the residents along TPC Michigan, Oakland Hills, and Detroit Golf Club fairways that the WWP crew is coming to town. Fortify your windows. (4:10) Red Wings Offseason Paths Walking through Max Bultman's three scenarios (article here) for the Detroit Red Wings: targeted adds (Bobby McMann, Michael McCarron), the bigger free agent swing (Alex Tuch, Mason Marchment, Vitek Vanecek, plus a Cossa-for-Howard trade), or the bold Elias Pettersson trade with Nate Danielson as the headliner. Why the rising cap makes Pettersson's $11.6M hit less scary, which option two terrifies us, and where McMann fits as the most realistic add. Also: is there a chaotic option four where you reset around Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond and move on from Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, and Patrick Kane? (31:15) Stanley Cup Final Preview Carolina's buzzsaw run through the East versus Vegas methodically dismantling Colorado. Predictions, the Mitch Marner/Carter Hart factor, and why this might be hockey sickos' dream final even if Gary Bettman is seething about the market matchup. (43:35) Bruce Cassidy Situation Cassidy goes on Spittin' Chiclets to call out Vegas for blocking interviews. Big dog move from Vegas or lame excuses? (45:20) Prospect Profile: Alberts Smits The big Latvian left-shot defenseman drawing Moritz Seider and Jakob Chychrun comps. Why he could go top five and what the floor looks like. (51:00) Prospect Profile: Ryan Roobroeck The big winger with a cannon shot and serious compete questions. Anthony Mantha vibes - should Yzerman, Draper & Co. swing on him at 47? (56:50) Worlds: MBN Wins Bronze Michael Brandsegg-Nygård and Norway take bronze at the World Championships, beating Canada & Emmitt Finnie in overtime. Finland takes gold as Switzerland loses a 3rd straight final. (58:25) Overtime Mailbag: Patreon Questions Vegas aggression paying off, what it would take to move into the top five, who's next in the rafters (Henrik Zetterberg, Pavel Datsyuk), Robert Thomas trade packages, and Sebastian Cossa's development path with NHL goalie coaches. --- Refresh your wardrobe with Quince - go to Quince.com/WINGEDWHEEL for free shipping and 365-day returns! Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

It's time - this Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the 2026 NHL Draft strategy for Steve Yzerman with no first-round pick in hand. News and analysis covers Yzerman's free agency options, prospect profiles, Stanley Cup playoff updates, and a coaching shakeup in Toronto. (00:00) - Intro Free agency is looking THIN. (04:25) - 2026 Draft Strategy With no first-round pick after the Justin Faulk trade, what should Kris Draper and the Red Wings do? The case for swinging for the fences and avoiding the safer Brady Cleveland/Andrew Gibson archetype that's burned them in the past, and how they can get a Stankoven or Hutson of their own. (13:25) - Trading Up in the Draft Is moving up worth the cost? Why Sebastian Cossa probably isn't getting it done on his own, and why the 33-38 range could be the sweet spot for catching fallers. (40:35) - Prospect Profile: Gavin McKenna Sick puck skills, Kucherov-level vision, and questions about his off-puck effort. Why he's still the favorite to go first overall over Stenberg. (49:45) - Prospect Profile: Victor Plante Max Plante's brother and what he could bring as a potential second-round target. (56:30) - Stanley Cup Playoff Updates Charlie McAvoy's suspension, the diving problem, and Carolina sitting back watching Montreal and Buffalo beat each other up. (1:02:45) - NHL news: Berube Fired by Toronto; Cassidy in Demand Why the move had to happen and what kind of coach the Leafs need next. Vegas blocking interview requests and Edmonton's never-ending dysfunction. (1:11:05) - Charlie Coyle Contract Six years, $6 million AAV, full no-move through age 38 - what does this mean for this year's July 1st market?> (1:19:55) - Overtime Questions Your questions on Kyrou, Brady Tkachuk rumors, Mackie Samoskevich, and more. --- This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

What's the plan between the pipes in Hockeytown? This Detroit Red Wings podcast tackles the Sebastian Cossa question as the Grand Rapids Griffins playoff run raises debates about Detroit's goalie depth chart. News and analysis covers Red Wings prospects, a Marco Kasper injury update, and NHL drama including the Oilers' postseason meltdown. (00:00) - Intro Ryan learns the hard way not to wade into Bruins-Sabres discourse online, plus a tragic Costco hot dog incident in the parking lot. (06:25) - Goalie Situation Next Season Sebastian Cossa is no longer waiver-exempt, Michael Postava has taken the Griffins net, and John Gibson holds down Detroit. How does Steve Yzerman handle a backup spot when Cam Talbot is a UFA and playoff expectations are real? (26:00) - Trading Cossa Scenarios Edmonton, Vancouver, and the Elias Pettersson rage-baiting Evan return. What kind of return makes sense if Yzerman moves a goalie prospect this summer? (38:20) - Marco Kasper Knee Injury Kasper reportedly played through a lingering knee issue, plus Moritz Seider and Albert Johansson updates heading into the World Championships. (43:10) - Oilers Crash Out & McDavid & Draisaitl's Futures Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl scorch their own organization after the Anaheim loss. Stan Bowman, Jeff Jackson, and a franchise backed into a corner - could the unthinkable happen? (59:45) - McAvoy-Benson Incident Charlie McAvoy's two-handed chop, Zach Benson's slew foot, and the rat energy that ended the series as the Sabres beat the Bruins. (1:05:30) - More NHL Stanley Cup Playoff Series Updates Buffalo over Boston, Minnesota & Hughes drop Dallas, Vegas-Anaheim on deck, and Carolina and Colorado as buzzsaws. (1:13:20) - Leafs Hire John Chayka Toronto's baffling GM choice, Matt Sundin: window dressing?, and Keith Pelley running the show. (1:20:05) - Overtime: Patron Questions Cossa and Nate Danielson trade talk, Cole Perfetti reclamation idea, Evgeni Malkin rumblings, and bottom-six UFA targets. --- Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

The Detroit Red Wings are officially at a crossroads. After a 10th straight season without playoffs and another late-season collapse, Steve Yzerman finally said what everyone has been thinking: this team needs to change. But here's the real question… Will he actually do it? In this episode of Red Wings Rant, we break down insights from Max Bultman's latest reporting on: Yzerman's blunt message to the roster The biggest flaws that STILL haven't been fixed Why the bottom six is holding this team back The core players that aren't going anywhere The names that could be moved this offseason We also dive into what this team actually needs to take the next step and whether internal growth is enough… or if it's time for real roster change. Because at this point, it's not about identifying the problem. It's about fixing it. JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/rd2RUDkzuSLet's have fun!Sponsored by Draft Kings!Find us on your favorite Podcast App by clicking here: https://link.chtbl.com/redwingsrantEpisode sponsored by Draft Kings. Use promo code 'THPN' to unlock exclusive offers when you sign up! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This Detroit Red Wings podcast tackles the biggest offseason question head-on: does something need to change with the Red Wings core? Our Hockeytown roster analysis breaks down Dylan Larkin's future, Red Wings trade options, and which of McLellan's "jerseys" need to go this summer. (00:00) - Intro The offseason is officially here whether we like it or not. (04:50) - Should the Core Be Shaken Up? The big debate: do you move on from Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, or Moritz Seider to push the window? Why Robert Thomas-style targets are the archetype Steve Yzerman should be chasing, and why no prospect should be untouchable. (24:25) - Edvinsson, Copp and Compher Simon Edvinsson's playoff-ready ceiling, what Andrew Copp could fetch in a trade, and why J.T. Compher is the easiest bottom-six player to say goodbye to if a taker exists. (34:30) - JVR and Perron Where James van Riemsdyk fits if the bottom six actually changes. (37:55) - Rasmussen's Runway and Patrick Kane's Future Michael Rasmussen as the litmus test for how serious Yzerman is about the overhaul.Why the Red Wings may not be able to afford to let Patrick Kane walk in free agency as of right now. (45:05) - Kasper, Danielson and Finney Marco Kasper's sophomore slump, where Nate Danielson fits, and why Emmitt Finnie's rookie season was quietly one of the bright spots. (50:00) - Appleton and the Defense Mason Appleton's disappointing year, the Justin Faulk trade in hindsight, and why the blue line with Seider, Edvinsson, and Axel Sandin-Pellikka is fine for now. (58:45) - Goaltending Outlook Cam Talbot's likely exit, John Gibson's role going forward, and the Sebastian Cossa runway question heading into next year with Augustine, Postava, and Gylander waiting in Grand Rapids. (1:03:50) - Playoff Update The Oilers-Ducks goal-line controversy, Mishkov scratched in Philly, and updates from around the bracket. (1:13:35) - Overtime Questions Offer-sheeting Jason Robertson, buying out contracts, Mason McTavish chatter, and what Detroit can learn from the Bruins' culture. --- Max's Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7219639/2026/04/27/detroit-red-wings-who-stays-who-goes-steve-yzerman/ Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

With the Stanley Cup playoffs rolling on, the Detroit Red Wings are looking to the offseason. This podcast tackles the looming Simon Edvinsson contract extension and what it could mean for Steve Yzerman's cap sheet this summer. (0:00) - Intro & Offseason Delirium Begins (04:25) - Simon Edvinsson Contract Negotiations Where Edvinsson's next deal likely lands using the Hutson, Lacombe, and Seider comparables, plus whether he should chase term security or bridge for a bigger third contract. (28:55) - Senators Swept by Hurricanes & the Ridley Greig Sucker Punch Carolina deletes Ottawa's offense in four straight as Brady Tkachuk and Tim Stutzle no-show the series. Could Tkachuk be on the move? Also, the hockey world unites against Greig's gloved cheap shot and what it means for him next season. (39:35) - More Stanley Cup Playoffs Updates Buffalo putting six on Boston, Montreal punching back at Tampa, and Pittsburgh getting drawn into Philly's nonsense. Utah taking a 2-1 lead and the jersey exchange promotion that ran out of stock. Connor McDavid trying to do everything while Edmonton's defense and goaltending fall apart again, plus what it could mean for his next contract. (57:30) - Overtime Mailbag UFA ranks (Mantha, Marchessault, Arvidsson, Rakell, Bunting), Quinn Hughes odds, gear questions for Brad, a Robert Thomas trade pitch, and Yzerman's comments on the coaching staff. --- This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

Yzerman and McLellan have finally taken the stage. This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down Steve Yzerman's end-of-season press conference after a disappointing end. Max Bultman joins for our full analysis, digging into what will come of the bottom-six roster shakeup, and what a real offseason pivot looks like after another March collapse. (00:00) - Intro and Yzerman's Presser's Tone Setting the scene on a very different Yzerman presser and the tone shift from last year, and Max Bultman on why Steve Yzerman sounded more accountable and less defensive this time around. (06:40) - "We Need Better Players" Unpacking Yzerman's bluntest line and whether it signals real change or more of the same. What Todd McLellan though of Lucas Raymond's performance. (13:20) - Reclamation Targets Why Detroit needs to find its own Morgan Geekie or Dylan Strome instead of chasing another known-quantity signing. (23:45) - Bottom Six Additions Mason Marchment, Charlie Coyle, Anders Lee, and whether Patrick Kane returning is the domino that shapes everything else. (32:10) - Yzerman's Job Security What "I intend to see this through" actually means for the GM's future in Detroit. (35:42) - Dylan Larkin's Leadership Yzerman defends his captain while also calling for more five-on-five production from Larkin. (40:50) - Michael Rasmussen and Core Changes Rasmussen's hits and penalty minutes cratered this season — is he the litmus test for whether Yzerman means it? (58:30) - Successful Offseason What will constitute a successful season in Hockeytown? Jason Robertson or Robert Thomas? Multiple bottom six changes? (1:01:25) - Goaltending Concerns Sebastian Cossa losing waiver exemption, John Gibson's workload, and why the crease is far from settled with Postava, Gylander, and Augustine in play. (1:11:35) - Patreon Q&A Grand Rapids Griffins call-up candidates, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard's off-wing question, and more. --- This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

We couldn't wait for Steve Yzerman any longer. This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the 2025-26 season in review as Hockeytown misses the playoffs yet again. Full season analysis, grades for every forward, defenseman, & goalie, & reviews on McLellan, Yzerman, & what went wrong. (0:00) Intro Jim Rutherford's wild presser throwing Patrik Allvin under the bus and why he should hold a press conference every morning. (5:35) Season in Review Intro & DeBrincat and Raymond Setting the table for the annual grading episode - forwards, defense, goalies, coaching, and special teams. Alex DeBrincat's 41 goal season to lead the Red Wings forwards. Plus, the Lucas Raymond shoulder injury that quietly defined his 76-point season. (17:05) Dylan Larkin's Complicated Season Larkin's 34 goal campaign, the non-contact knee injury after Olympic gold, and the five-on-five drought that hurt Detroit most. (26:20) Kane, Copp, and Finnie Patrick Kane defeating Father Time next to DeBrincat. Andrew Copp's finishing issues as the emergency 2C, and Emmitt Finnie earning a full 82 as a seventh-round rookie. (44:35) Kasper's Sophomore Slump Marco Kasper's "lost golf swing", what it means for the second-line center hole, and whether the offensive ceiling is a real concern. (49:20) JVR, Compher, Appleton, Rasmussen The "jersey" problem - who should be back, who shouldn't, & why J.T. Compher's contract is the most frustrating watch on the roster. (1:07:55) Defense Breakdown Moritz Seider's Norris-worthy season & Simon Edvinsson's RFA extension looming. Axel Sandin Pellikka's rookie year, how the Justin Faulk trade panned out on ice. Plus, the Hamonic/Holl/Gustafsson mess. (1:29:50) Goaltending and Team Grade John Gibson's nuclear December, Cam Talbot's rough year, what Sebastian Cossa's runway is like, and a D for Disappointment across the board. (1:42:35) NHL News and Notes Draft lottery odds on the St. Louis pick, John Leonard's extension, and takeaways from player exit interviews before Steve Yzerman speaks. (1:47:10) Overtime: Patron Questions Cossa vs. Trey Augustine in a hypothetical trade, Kasper vs. Nate Danielson, and who we're rooting for in the playoffs. --- This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. This episode is sponsored by ExpressVPN: go to ExpressVPN.com/wingedwheel to get 4 extra months FREE! Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

The Detroit Red Wings capped off their season in the most fitting way possible: painfully. This podcast covers the Lightning and Panthers vs. Red Wings game recaps, & analysis of just why Todd McLellan's squad squandered their season in devastating fashion. (00:00) - Intro & Mickey Redmond's Broken Remotes Laughing through the pain as Ken Daniels and Mickey Redmond perfectly illustrated all of our reactions to Hockeytown's meltdown. (05:40) - Red Wings vs. Panthers and Lightning Game Recaps A Larkin-less Red Wings team is thoroughly embarrassed by a depleted Panthers squad. Even Patrick Kane's 1400th point and Alex DeBrincat's 41 goals aren't enough for a silver lining. (12:45) - A Pathetic End for Detroit & Todd McLellan's Reaction Moritz Seider has a Norris Trophy-worthy season. John Gibson had an outstanding stretch. Dylan Larkin scored a career high in goals and Lucas Raymond produced even through injury. So how did Detroit finish the season in the most pathetic manner possible? (27:15) - Will Yzerman Keep McLellan On? Will Todd McLellan stay on as head coach this offseason, or will Steve Yzerman believe he's burned his connection to the room? What players have to go and what moves need to be made by the Red Wings front office to turn things around? (37:35) Offseason Trade Targets & Season Stats That Sting Elias Pettersson, Mason McTavish, Alexis Lafreniere, Kent Johnson - swing-for-the-fences names Steve Yzerman has to consider. Plus why the forward group is a bigger priority than the blue line. (50:40) NHL News & Playoff Matchups Set - Predictions Auston Matthews being non-committal in Toronto, the Leafs' AI trade proposal saga, and Rick Bowness getting an extension. The Eastern Conference bracket is locked in and a 7 vs. 8 first-round matchup exists because the NHL refuses to re-seed. Ottawa crossing over into the Metro. Sabres-Bruins, Lightning-Canadiens, Hurricanes-Senators, Penguins-Flyers - picks and upset calls for every series. Stars-Wild hinges on Roope Hintz & Miro Heiskanen's health, Golden Knights-Mammoth, and whether LA can give Anze Kopitar one last run. (1:12:20) Overtime: Patron Questions McLellan's influence on roster decisions, Zach Werenski pipe dreams, the Patrick Kane top-six debate, Carter Mazer's 2026 role, and what we actually want to hear from Yzerman's end-of-season presser. --- This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit hims.com/wingedwheel for your personalized hair loss treatment options. This episode is sponsored by ExpressVPN: go to ExpressVPN.com/wingedwheel to get 4 extra months FREE! Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

A decade of no playoffs. This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers the elimination from playoff contention on fan appreciation night. Hockeytown news and analysis breaks down the spectacular blown lead that sealed the 10th straight season without postseason hockey for Steve Yzerman's team. (00:00) - Intro & Elimination Reality The Red Wings cap off a season-long pattern of blown leads with one final spectacular collapse at home, officially ending playoff hopes for the 10th consecutive year. (05:00) - Flyers & Devils vs. Red Wing Game Recaps Moritz Seider's record-setting five-point night and Dylan Larkin's hat trick quickly became a dampened memory, as they were followed by the crushing loss to New Jersey with nothing to play for. (15:35) - Assigning Blame Breaking down where this season went wrong - from coaching decisions from Todd McLellan to Steve Yzerman's roster construction to individual player performances that failed to meet expectations. Is this on Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, or Patrick Kane, or does fault lay with everyone? (25:40) - Playoff Drought Reality The harsh truth about extending the drought to a decade, and what this means for Steve Yzerman's timeline and the organization's direction moving forward. (31:15) - Offseason Changes Needed What needs to happen this summer to avoid year 11 of missing the playoffs, including potential coaching changes and roster shakeups. Will Chris Ilitch consider firing Steve Yzerman? (46:00) - Prospects Update - Plante and Augustine The only bright spot remains in the pipeline as Max Plante wins the Hobey Baker and Trey Augustine wins the Mike Richter Award in the NCAA. Also, Kiiskinen and Dylan James join the Grand Rapids Griffins looking to make a long playoff run. (54:05) - Overtime Mailbag Your questions about another failed season in Hockeytown and what comes next for Yzerman's wayward squad. --- Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL  for 60% off your first box! #ad Refresh your wardrobe with Quince - go to Quince.com/WINGEDWHEEL for free shipping and 365-day returns! Support the show: Patreon.com/WingedWheelPodcast Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!