
Winged Wheel Podcast - A Detroit Red Wings Podcast
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SIMON SAYS: RED WINGS WIN (Edvinsson in OT and Berggren Breaks Through) - Nov. 14th, 2024
WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp SIMON EDVINSSON DOES IT ALL (0:30)! Tune in as we start by discussing the Detroit Red Wings beating Sidney Crosby and the Penguins thanks to Edvinsson's overtime winner in Pittsburgh, including a hot start from Derek Lalonde's squad, Jonatan Berggren finally scoring his 1st goal of the season with his line of Kasper and Tarasenko, Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, and Patriock Kane connecting on the red-hot power play, Cam Talbot's outstanding performance again, and DeBrincat feeding Edvinsson for the overtime winner (5:00). We then discuss team statistics through the first 15 games for Steve Yzerman's Hockeytown team, how Seider and Edvinsson are leading the defense, penalty kill woes, and power play highs, amazing goaltending from Talbot (Team Canada-bound?) and Lyon, and how the Red Wings may have some optimism moving forward (17:25). After that, more Detroit news as Ville Husso is sent down to Grand Rapids where Nate Danielson is tearing it up for the Griffins in the AHL, former Wings going through it as Mantha is out and Athanasiou is waived, and Henrik Zetterberg's case to follow Pavel Datsyuk to the Hockey Hall of Fame (32:55). Finally, big NHL news as Kyle Dubas may look to tear down the Penguins roster around Crosby, Malkin, and Letang, thoughts on acquiring a young right-shot defenseman like Drysdale or Jiricek, Quenneville, McLellan, and Montgomery's names floating around the NHL coaching carousel, Ken Holland news, and thoughts on the GMs potentially wanting shorter max contracts (44:20). All of that & more before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (59:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Get $20 on the Gametime app (or Gametime.co) using code WINGEDWHEEL at checkout! 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

Red Wings Frustrations and Prospect Pipeline Shakeup - Nov. 10th, 2024
WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp Another incredible Winged Wheel Podcast Night at the LCA on the books, but unfortunately also a frustrating weekend for the Detroit Red Wings (0:00) Tune in as we start by discussing the loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on Pavel Datsyuk Hall of Fame Game night, including defensive play, Dylan Larkin's goal-scoring streak and power play prowess (from Lucas Raymond and Alex DeBrincat), Moritz Seider's unfortunate turnover with Patrick Kane behind him and Cam Talbot leaving the net, & more (6:25). Next, the 4-0 loss to Igor Shesterkin and the New York Rangers, including Quick's solid game, Lucas Raymond & Co. not capitalizing on key chances, Derek Lalonde's squad's penalty killing and 5v5 offensive woes, & lots more (15:50). We then discuss Hockeytown's vibes through 14 games, whether things are actually this negative or if there's even too much positivity, what Steve Yzerman has in front of him in terms of roster, defensive holes behind Seider & Edvinsson, & more (30:10) before we give some good news on Lucas Raymond's career comparables to Datsyuk and Zetterberg and Dmitri Buchelnikov's fantastic season in the KHL (40:30). After that, a thorough discussion on the new NCAA-CHL agreement, how it would affect the careers of prospects like Celibrini, Rasmussen in the past, & other stars, and what this means of the OHL, QMJHL, WHL, USHL, NCAA, and the rest of the hockey system (43:30). We wrap with NHL news including the Winnipeg Jets' historic start, Fabbro to Columbus, Sprong traded again, & plenty more (53:00) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (58:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Get $20 on the Gametime app (or Gametime.co) using code WINGEDWHEEL at checkout! 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

Vintage Larkin, Seider and Edvinsson Dominate, and Datsyuk to the Hall - Nov. 7th, 2024
WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp No matter how tough the season, nothing is better than the Detroit Red Wings beating the Chicago Blackhawks - especially in Chicago. Tune in as we discuss how Dylan Larkin & Alex DeBrincat, looking like their vintage selves, led the Detroit Red Wings to victory over Bedard and the Hawks, including strong play from Cam Talbot, Patrick Kane, Moritz Seider (who had a cordial exchange with Bedard after a nasty high stick), Simon Edvinsson, Lucas Raymond, Jonatan Berggre & Marco Kasper gelling, Andrew Copp, Joe Veleno, & the rest of the Hockeytown squad under Derek Lalonde (4:50). We then talk about how Steve Yzerman's team, though struggling on defense with Gustafsson, Petry, and others, is still currently in a playoff spot (23:10). After that, we visit the Seider - Edvinsson pairing usage and how it stacks up to last season, Walman, the rest of the league, & more, as well as revisiting the whole "Larkin seems a bit off" conversation - which he promptly put to rest (26:45). Next, a quick discusson on whether Patrick Kane can make Team USA alongside the Tkachuk's at the 4 Nations Faceoff and our favorite Pavel Datsyuk moments as he heads into the Hockey Hall of Fame (sadly not alongside Henrik Zetterberg) (38:40), before jumping into NHL news including Kaprizov's Hart start, Barry Trotz's rebuild warnings in Nashville despite Stamkos & Co. just being signed, & plenty more (42:30) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (55:10) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Get $20 on the Gametime app (or Gametime.co) using code WINGEDWHEEL at checkout! Prashanth's Edvinsson-Seider piece: https://prashanthiyer.substack.com/p/nobody-asks-more-of-their-top-pair 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

Larkin, Talbot Win It and Raymond's Sneaky Start - Nov. 3rd, 2024
WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp The Detroit Red Wings got back in the win column, thanks in large part to Cam Talbot and Dylan Larkin! Tune in as we break down the Hockeytown win over the Buffalo Sabres, including the red-hot power play, Larkin's redemption and game-winner, Cam Talbot matching Alex Lyon and carrying Detroit to a victory, Jonatan Berggren buzzing but not producing yet alongside Marco Kasper, and how Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson & Co. fared defensively against Dahlin's Sabres (4:55). After that, an analysis on how Derek Lalonde's squad is faring at 5v5 compared to the power play offensively, what this doesn to players like Patrick Kane, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, & others, & whether this can turn around in time before Steve Yzerman has to shake things up (17:45). Next, an analysis on Lucas Raymond's sneaky good start to the season (33:40), how Dylan Larkin looks off despite producing, & more on the Detroit Red Wings squad's path forward (43:15). Finally, NHL news including Marchand's Boston Bruins flailing, Alex Ovechkin's goal chase and soaring Washington Capitals, & plenty more (48:40) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (56:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! 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

MAATTA TRADED AND YZERMAN'S DECISIONS AHEAD ft. Craig Custance - Oct. 31st, 2024
WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp Lots to discuss as Steve Yzerman made one of his patented late-night trades, and things are getting rough for the Detroit Red Wings... Tune in as we open by discussing Olli Maatta being traded to Utah HC (who lost Durzi and Marino long-term) for a 3rd round pick, how Yzerman did in this deal, what this means for Albert Johansson, Marco Kasper, Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, & others, & whether more moves are to come (5:00). Next, Detroit's ugly 6-2 loss in Hockeytown, including a tough game for Alex Lyon, Jeff Petry, and Ben Chiarot, Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Patrick Kane, and Alex DeBrincat connecting for a small stint of hope, & more of the same muted play in Hockeytown (14:05). After that, an intense discussion on the future of the Red Wings in the short & long term, Derek Lalonde's security as head coach, Steve Yzerman & the pro scouting team's role, and lots more (27:15). We're then joined by Craig Custance to discuss The Franchise, Craig's new book that delves into the stories about the people who make the biggest decisions in hockey, with behind the scenes tales and insights from people like Jim Nill, Julien Brisebois, Nicklas Backstrom, & so much more (1:11:00). Finally, NHL news including the Liljegren trade to San Jose (alonsgside Jake Walman), Sportico's NHL team valuations, & plenty more () before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:15:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Hot Stove Rounding the Bases: https://jamiedanielsfoundation.org/featured-event/hot-stove-stories-rounding-the-bases-with-mike-tirico/ The Franchiose book: https://www.simonandschuster.ca/books/The-Franchise/Craig-Custance/9781668035443 Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Rasmussen Drops Hughes, Detroit Struggles, Lombardi, ASP Shine - Oct. 27th, 2024
The Detroit Red Wings continue to have one of the most bizarre starts to a season in a long time... Tune in as we start by discussing the win over the New Jersey Devils in Hockeytown, including Michael Rasmussen's electrifying hit and celebration over Jack Hughes, Patrick Kane's Showtime moment, Dylan Larkin & Alex DeBrincat chipping in, Ben Chiarot roughing it up, & more (4:20). After that, a tough loss to the Buffalo Sabres, including Lucas Raymond breaking through for his 1st ever shorthanded goal, Andrew Copp continuing to improve, Detroit struggling overall, whether Derek Lalonde is on the hot seat, how much blame is shouldered by players vs. coaches vs. Yzerman, & more (13:20). Next, an OT loss to Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl's Edmonton Oilers, Simon Edvinsson's ascension next to Moritz Seider, Compher chipping in, and overall thoughts on what's next for the Detroit Red Wings (33:30). After that, prospect updates including Sebastian Cossa, Amadeus Lombardi, Carter Gylander, and the red-hot Grand Rapids Griffins, Axel Sandin Pellikka tearing it up in the SHL, Jesse Kiiskinen thriving in Finland, & more updates (45:25). Finally, NHL news including Tkachuk's mischief & league updates (Vancouver, Winnipeg, Pittsburgh, & others) (55:15) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:00:05) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Hot Stove Rounding the Bases: https://jamiedanielsfoundation.org/featured-event/hot-stove-stories-rounding-the-bases-with-mike-tirico/ This episode is brought to you by Mint Mobile. Get 3 months of premium wireless service for 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/wingedwheel today! #ad Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Lyon's Heroics, Edvinsson-Seider Lead, and Offense MIA - Oct. 23rd, 2024
The Detroit Red Wings won...but at what cost? Tune in as we discuss the NHL's most boring victory on Frozen Frenzy night, as the Red Wings beat the Islanders on Long Island 1-0 thanks to Patrick Kane's goal from Tarasenko, a ton of huge saves in Alex Lyon's shutout performance, Simon Edvinsson and Moritz Seider working well together, and a measly 11 shots on goal. We discuss why the offense has been so anemic despite Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Kane, Compher, Berggren, and others all looking to take steps, the strength of the Edvinsson-Seider pair compared to the rest of Derek Lalonde's defense corps, and Alex Lyon's stellar play to start the season (4:30). After that, a quick look at the NHL's perception of Steve Yzerman and his work in rebuilding Hockeytown, as well as a note on Carter Mazur and the Grand Rapids Griffins (as Cossa's squad is without him and Marco Kasper) (34:45), before jumping into NHL news including Trouba's hit on Barron, the Four Nations Frenzy, & more (40:30) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (57:45) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Front Office Rankings: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5860549/2024/10/22/nhl-front-office-rankings/ Hot Stove Rounding the Bases: https://jamiedanielsfoundation.org/featured-event/hot-stove-stories-rounding-the-bases-with-mike-tirico/ This episode is brought to you by Mint Mobile. Get 3 months of premium wireless service for 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/wingedwheel today! #ad Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

MARCO KASPER'S SEASON DEBUT - Oct. 20th, 2024
Another remote episode as we welcome Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit back for the most recent "Good In The Room" edition of the Winged Wheel Podcast! Marco Kasper has joined the Detroit Red Wings for his season debut, and not a moment too soon. Tune in as we cover Detroit's two games, including a tough loss against the New York Rangers in Hockeytown that had very few positives (like Moritz Seider and J.T. Compher's goals) and lots of concern as Cam Talbot was chased and concerns rose about Steve Yzerman and Derek Lalonde's squad (3:35). After that, Detroit's bounceback win against the Nashville Predators as Kasper, Alex Lyon, Raymond, Larkin, Seider & Co. managed to stave off the bad vibes with a victory (). We then discuss what Marco Kasper's call-up means for him & the rest of the Red Wings lineup, including other bottom 6 forwards like Rasmussen, Copp, Veleno, Berggren, etc. (12:15). After that, some fun stats with Max and a discussion about Lyon, Talbot, Husso, and Sebastian Cossa down with the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins (43:35), before jumping into NHL news including Oettinger's "Swayman" deal, Stamkos' struggling Predators, & more (56:05) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:03:30) - enjoy! WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Max's Articles: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5852396/2024/10/18/red-wings-predictable-problems-early-skid/ 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
Edvinsson's Rise and Holl's Return ft. Daniella Bruce - Oct. 16th 2024
The Detroit Red Wings hit the road and ran into a wall named Igor Shesterkin. Tune in as we cover Detroit's tough loss against the New York Rangers and a hot goalie, including Dylan Larkin's buzzer beater goal from Justin Holl and Patrick Kane, the momentum shifts & Derek Lalonde's squad's strongest play yet, defensive breakdowns, Edvinsson & Holl's pairing, Alex Lyon's performance, & more (5:00). After that, a discusson on Holl and Watson being assigned to Grand Rapids for cap accrual, Detroit's power play woes & Yzerman's task to replenish scoring, Veleno, Rasmussen, Berggren & others under a microscope as fans look toward Marco Kasper, Petry, Fischer, Talbot starting, & more (15:45). Next, our conversation with Daniella Bruce, as we discuss Detroit Red Wings predictions, how she thinks Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond are stepping up this season, playoff expectations, & plenty more about Hockeytown squad (31:50). We then cover Marco Kasper's tough side and Bally Sports Detroit changing to the FanDuel Sports Network (47:45) before jumping into NHL news including John Tavares and his magical amulet (50:10), a goalie goal, Lane Hutson hype, Sheahan retiring, the beautiful ceremony for Johnny Gaudreau, & more (53:00) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:02:15) - enjoy! WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! 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

Talbot Saves, Husso Waived, and Kasper is Ready - Oct. 13th, 2024
The Detroit Red Wings have kicked off there season, and the first 2 games have been...interesting. Tune in as we start by discussing a tough home opener that actually started well thanks to DeBrincat, Raymond, & Larkin, but ultimately fell apart as the defense and Ville Husso faltered, Petry getting hurt, & more (4:10). After that, their bounce back next game thanks to Cam Talbot's heroics, Moritz Seider continuing to dominate, Albert Johansson's debut and Justin Holl being recalled surprisingly working out, Simon Edvinsson's strong game, Compher & Copp's goals, Gustafsson sitting, Fischer hurt, & more (13:15). Next, our discussion on Steve Yzerman & Derek Lalonde's willingness to make quick decisions early in the season, what waiving Ville Husso means for Alex Lyon, Austin Watson, & cap flexibility, & future roster plans (23:05). We then discuss Marco Kasper's dominance in the AHL with the Grand Rapids Griffins (as well as Sebastian Cossa, Nate Danielson, Carter Mazur, & other solid games) and how he's ready to join the Red Wings in Hockeytown (34:55). Finally, NHL news including Utah HC's hot start, NHL updates, Timothy Liljegren on the trading block and whether the Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman would be a fit for Detroit, Tkachuk's antics, & more (44:10) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (54:40) - enjoy! WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! 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

DETROIT RED WINGS NHL SEASON PREVIEW (2024/2025) - Oct. 9th, 2024
THE DETROIT RED WINGS 2024/2025 SEASON PREVIEW EPISODE IS HERE! Tune in as we start this mega-episode with news on Austin Watson's contract, cap accrual with the Grand Rapids Griffins & his spot vs. Marco Kasper's, Derek Lalonde and Steve Yzerman opting for a 22-man roster with Ville Husso starting in net, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard's decision to go back to the SHL, Malcolm Subban & more updates (4:05). Next, our official 2024/2025 Detroit Red Wings NHL Season Preview including full predictions, expectation, analysis, & more on every member of Hockeytown: Forwards: Dylan Larkin (15:45), Lucas Raymond (20:40), Alex DeBrincat (25:20), Patrick Kane (30:00), Vladimir Tarasenko (33:50), J.T. Compher (36:55), Andrew Copp, Michael Rasmussen, Christian Fischer (41:30), Joe Veleno, Jonatan Berggren, and Tyler Motte (46:15). Defense: Moritz Seider (53:35), Simon Edvinsson (57:10), Ben Chiarot, Jeff Petry (1:00:45), Erik Gustafsson (1:04:45), Olli Maatta, Albert Johansson, & the extras (Holl, Kasper, Watson, etc.) (1:07:05). Goalies: Ville Husso, Cam Talbot, and Alex Lyon (1:08:55) After that, our official Detroit Red Wings standings points and playoff predictions (1:12:55), thoughts on Derek Lalonde and Steve Yzerman this coming season, bold predictions, and lots more (1:25:35) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:35:00) - enjoy! WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! 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/5818914/2024/10/09/red-wings-playoffs-route-nhl/ Sean's MBN Article: https://www.shapshotshockey.com/p/its-not-just-about-the-size-of-the Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Dangle's Atlantic Division Preview and Kasper Sent Down - Oct. 6th, 2024
The Detroit Red Wings preseason is over, and Steve Yzerman already has Hockeytown's keen interest with a couple of roster moves... Tune in as we start by discussing Justin Holl being waived (4:25), leading into Marco Kasper, Nate Danielson, Carter Mazur, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, and others being sent to the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins (or Skelleftea in the SHL in MBN's case) in favor of the likes of Berggren, Watson, & others, and more on what Yzerman may do with the Red Wings roster (9:20). After that, we're joined by Steve Dangle of SDPN to discuss his takes on the Detroit Red Wings, how Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, Simon Edvinsson, & the rest of the Hockeytown core will fare, Mitch Marner's drama in Toronto, how Matthews and the Leafs will do, & his Atlantic Division predictions (29:00). Next, our own Atlantic Division Preview, including predictions and analysis on Caufield's Montreal Canadiens, Dahlin's Buffalo Sabres, Brady Tkachuk's Ottawa Senators, Lalonde's Detroit Red Wings, Hedman's Tampa Bay Lightning, Nylander and the Leafs, Marchand's Boston Bruins, and Barkov's Florida Panthers (54:00) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:28:40) - enjoy! WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Hot Stove Rounding the Bases: https://jamiedanielsfoundation.org/featured-event/hot-stove-stories-rounding-the-bases-with-mike-tirico/ Steve's Book: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/hockey-rants-and-raves-steve-dangle-glynn?variant=41479109935138 Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Danielson, Kasper, Mazur Chances, Swayman, and Central Division Preview - Oct. 2nd, 2024
Nate Danielson, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Marco Kasper, and Carter Mazur have shown well so far in the preseason...but can they crack the Detroit Red Wings roster? Tune in as we update you on Hockeytown's exhibition games so far, as big squad players like Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, and Patrick Kane have shown some flashes but the like of Danielson, Kasper, Lombardi, Mazur, Brandsegg-Nygard, & others are shining the most. We discuss what it would take for them to make the roster rather than go back down to the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins, how this compares to the Simon Edvinsson situation, what Auston Watson's PTO might do, whether Jonatan Berggren is at risk & more (3:45). Also, thoughts on Ville Husso, Alex Lyon, and Cam Talbot, as well as updates on Chiasson and Finnie (28:30). Next, the Jeremy Swayman saga in Boston, Cam Neely's "64 million reasons", and whether the Bruins goalie will go the way of Ullmark and be traded (and should Yzerman consider him?) (33:15). After that, our Central Division preview with predictions and analysis on Connor Bedard's Chicago Blackhawks, Thomas' St. Louis Blues, Keller and the Utah Hockey Club, Kaprizov's Minnesota Wild, Hellebuyck's Winnipeg Jets, Nathan MacKinnon, Cale Makar & the Colorado Avalanche, Miro Heiskanen's Dallas Stars, and Steven Stamkos' Nashville Predators (47:50). Finally, NHL news including the bloodbath preseason thanks to Arber Xhekaj, Brady Tkachuk, Greig, Stutzle, & the rest of the Canadian teams feuding (1:10:45) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:15:25) - enjoy! WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Max's Watson article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5794716/2024/09/26/red-wings-austin-watson-roster-tryout/ 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

Kasper Shines, Gustafsson, and Metro Preview ft. Blueshirts Breakaway - Sept. 29th, 2024
The Detroit Red Wings have started their preseason, and so begins the watch to see who cracks the Hockeytown roster. Tune in as we discuss Marco Kasper and Sebastian Cossa's strong performances in the Winged Wheel to start the exhibition season, how Nate Danielson, Carter Mazur, and Albert Johansson stacked up, and more from Detroit's 2 wins over Connor Bedard's Chicago Blackhawks (including Tarasenko's goal, Raymond's snipe, the Rasmussen-Copp-Compher line, & more) (3:30). After that, we're joined by Ryan Mead of Blueshirts Breakaway to discuss Erik Gustafsson and how he can replace Shayne Gostisbehere, the Jacob Trouba saga and whether Yzerman will still acquire him, Lafreniere & Kakko updates, Ryan's thoughts on Larkin, Kane, DeBrincat, Seider, Raymond & Co. & whether the Red Wings are postseason-bound, and Metropolitan Division predictions (13:05)! Next, we give our own Metro Division Preview, with analysis & predictions for the Columbus Blue Jackets, Michkov & the Philadelphia Flyers, Lamoriello's New York Islanders, Seth Jarvis & the Carolina Hurricanes, Jack Hughes & the New Jersey Devils, Shesterkin & the New York Rangers, Alex Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals, and Sidney Crosby & the Pittsburgh Penguins (44:40). Finally, thoughts on the Pare knee on Patrik Laine (1:16:05) before we take your question & comments in our Overtime segment (1:21:00) - enjoy! WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Hot Stove Rounding the Bases: https://jamiedanielsfoundation.org/featured-event/hot-stove-stories-rounding-the-bases-with-mike-tirico/ This episode is brought to you by Mint Mobile. Get 3 months of premium wireless service for 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/wingedwheel today! #ad HelloFresh: America's #1 Meal Kit. For FREE breakfast for life, go to HelloFresh.com/FreeWingedWheel. (One free breakfast item per box while subscription is active). #ad

Red Wings Roster Projection and Pacific Division Preview - Sept. 25th, 2024
Just as the Detroit Red Wings preseason kicked off, we're making our predictions for the starting lineup in Hockeytown on Opening Night. Tune in as we give our projected lineup for the Derek Lalonde's squad, what young players like Nate Danielson, Carter Mazur, or Marco Kasper have to do to make the team rather than join the Grand Rapids Griffins, if Steve Yzerman will sign Austin Watson to a contract, trade a goalie, or waive Holl, & lots more (3:20). Forwards (7:00): Alex DeBrincat - Dylan Larkin - Lucas Raymond Vladimir Tarasenko - J.T. Compher - Patrick Kaner Michael Rasmussen - Andrew Copp - Christian Fischer Jonatan Berggren - Joe Veleno - Tyler Motte Defense (22:40): Ben Chiarot - Moritz Seider Simon Edvinsson - Jeff PEtry Olli Maatta - Erik Gustafsson Albert Johansson - Justin Holl Goalies (31:25): Cam Talbot Alex Lyon Ville Husso After that, we go into our Pacific Division preview, including Connor McDavid's Edmonton Oilers,Quinn Hughes and the Vancouver Canucks, Mark Stone and the Vegas Golden Knights, the Los Angeles Kings, Seattle Kraken, Calgary Flames, Trevor Zegras' Anaheim Ducks, & Macklin Celebrini's San Jose Sharks (45:08). Finally, we take your question & comments in our Overtime segment (1:14:00) - enjoy! WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Max's article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5784520/2024/09/23/red-wings-roster-projection-training-camp/ This episode is brought to you by Mint Mobile. Get 3 months of premium wireless service for 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/wingedwheel today! #ad HelloFresh: America's #1 Meal Kit. For FREE breakfast for life, go to HelloFresh.com/FreeWingedWheel. (One free breakfast item per box while subscription is active). #ad

Edvinsson - Seider Pair? and Training Camp Recap - Sept. 22nd, 2024
EDetroit Red Wings Training Camp in Traverse City has wrapped up, and all eyes are on the young guns. We start by talking about Simon Edvinsson and whether Derek Lalonde thinks he can play with Moritz Seider, how he might free up the blue line and mix up pairs with Chiarot, Petry, Gustafsson, Johansson, Maatta, and others in play, & more (4:00). Also, notes on how Nate Danielson, Marco Kasper, Carter Mazur, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Jonatan Berggren, & others fared in training camp & the Red vs. White game (15:35), Husso, Lyon, Talbot, Campbell, Cossa, & the goaltending situation Steve Yzerman has on his hands (24:55), alternate captains alongside Dylan Larkin as names like Seider, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, Vladimir Tarasenko, & others are debated, preseason schedule and plenty more (36:15). After that, the CHL-NCAA dispute and how it affects NHL hopefuls (41:55), the Amazon NHL series, Ottawa & Andlauer, Kane, Swayman, & plenty more (47:45) before we take your question & comments in our Overtime segment (55:55) - enjoy! WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

SEIDER SIGNS! YZERMAN LOCKS UP DETROIT'S CORE - Sept. 19th, 2024
MORITZ SEIDER HAS SIGNED! Steve Yzerman locks up the remaining pillar of the Detroit Red Wings core and decides that the Winged Wheel Podcast offseason ends a week early! Tune in as we break down the huge news of Moritz Seider's 7 year, 8.55 million AAV contract to keep him in Hockeytown long term: overall value, how it compares to the likes of Faber, Sanderson, Power, and others, where he stacks up among the highest paid defensemen in the league like Makar and Dahlin, how the 7 vs. 8 year deal staggers him from Lucas Raymond and matches him with Dylan Larkin, what to expect from him in the future, whether Simon Edvinsson or Ben Chiarot can act as a support moving forward in Derek Lalonde's system, & more (3:45). After that, we discuss Detroit's playoffs and Stanley Cup window, what Steve Yzerman has to do to add to the core 3 plus Kane, Tarasenko, DeBrincat, Johansson, Danielson, Mazur, Sandin Pellikka, Brandsegg-Nygard, Cossa, & others, & whether they need a superstar like Marner or Rantanen (36:15). Next, a quick update on Detroit Red Wings Training Camp in Traverse City (50:15), as well as NHL news (including Crosby's deal, expansion, Utah, & more) (53:00) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:00:05) - enjoy the show! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Max's Articles: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579280/2024/09/19/red-wings-moritz-seider-contract-extension/ https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5779754/2024/09/19/red-wings-training-camp-seider-berggren-kane/ FACTOR MEALS: Go to FactorMeals.com/WingedWheel50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month while your subscription is active! #ad

LUCAS RAYMOND CONTRACT EXTENSION (AND BERGGREN DEAL, SEIDER NEXT?) - Sept. 16th, 2024
LUCAS RAYMOND IS STAYING IN HOCKEYTOWN FOR 8 MORE YEARS! Tune into this MASSIVE episode (which features Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit, new contributor to the Winged Wheel Podcast) as we discuss the extremely well-timed news of Lucas Raymond's 8 year, $8,075,000 AAV contract extension that Steve Yzerman locked in: overall value, what this means for Raymond's future, how he compares to Seth Jarvis and Tim Stutzle, how this works for the Detroit Red Wings salary cap now and in the future, expectations for Raymond alongside Larkin, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, Tarasenko, Compher, & others, & SO much more (3:30). We then discuss Jonatan Berggren's 1 year contract at $825k, what he needs to do to crack Derek Lalonde's Red Wings roster, comparisons to Sprong, & more (25:50). Next, the elephant in the room: what does this mean for Moritz Seider's contract? Is it soon to follow? Will he take up all (or more) of Detroit's remaining cap space, surpass Larkin, or sign in time to make training camp in Traverse City? (35:25) Finally, Max Bultman provides and update from the Prospects Tournament, including thoughts on Nate Danielson, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Finnie, & plenty more (52:45) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (1:04:30) - enjoy the show! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Max's Articles: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5767668/2024/09/16/red-wings-prospect-tournament-michael-brandsegg-nygard/ https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5579464/2024/09/16/red-wings-lucas-raymond-contract-extension/ FACTOR MEALS: Go to FactorMeals.com/WingedWheel50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your next month while your subscription is active! #ad

Yzerman's Negotiation Grind (Seider, Raymond, Berggen Updates) - Sept. 8th, 2024
The Detroit Red Wings are not far away from hitting the ice for training camp in Traverse City, and Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, and Jonatan Berggren are still unsigned. Tune in as we start by discussing updates (or lack thereof) on Hockeytown's unsigned RFAs, whether there's anything to be concerned about with Raymond or Seider, how this compares to the Larkin or DeBrincat situations, Steve Yzerman's negotiation tactics across the board (3:55), where Berggren's contract fits in, and lots more (22:50). After that, Leon Draisaitl's eye-watering $14 million dollar AAV contract, how this impacts McDavid & Bouchard, & stacks up to Matthews, MacKinnon, & other superstars, & whether Edmonton is headed for a Leafs-like situation (with Marner potentially on the outs) (26:55). Also, updates on Zadina & Kubalik, thoughts on Crosby's final phase, Ducks and Utah jerseys, & lots more (46:50) before we take your questions & comments in our Overtime segment (57:35) - enjoy the show! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! HelloFresh: America's # Meal Kit. For FREE breakfast for life, go to HelloFresh.com/FreeWingedWheel. (One free breakfast item per box while subscription is active). #ad

Raymond Contract Comp and Pacioretty Rumor - Sept. 1, 2024
Our heartfelt condolences go out to the families of Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew Gaudreau after their tragic passing. (0:00) We start this episode by discussing Seth Jarvis' new contract with the Carolina Hurricanes and the strange "new" deferral that brings the AAV down (4:15) before discussing how this might compare to Lucas Raymond's next contract & how Steve Yzerman might use it to set a price for both him and Moritz Seider (and whether he can keep them under Dylan Larkin's AAV) (3:15). After that, thoughts on Hockeytown's reported interest (alongside the Leafs) in former star Max Pacioretty before news & updates on Marco Kasper and Michael Brandsegg-Nygard in their Olympic qualification efforts, as well as Red Savage, Austin Watson, & more (23:00). Next, thoughts on Detroit being ranked 14th by the Athletic in their U23/Pipeline rankings, & whether Detroit truly lacks stars or superstars (30:15). Finally, NHL news including Jeremy Swayman's contract demands, Nick Cousins joining the Ottawa Senators, the AHL's neck protection rule, & more (44:15) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (53:35) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! PuckPedia Deferral: https://puckpedia.com/salary-cap/deferred Support Matthew Gaudreau's family: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-madeline-and-baby-tripp-after-tragedy 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 HelloFresh: America's # Meal Kit. For FREE breakfast for life, go to HelloFresh.com/FreeWingedWheel. (One free breakfast item per box while subscription is active). #ad

Raymond, Seider Negotiations and Special Announcement! ft. Max Bultman - Aug. 26th, 2024
Big news across the NHL, for the Winged Wheel Podcast, but still all quiet for the Detroit Red Wings... Tune in as we're first joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit to discuss our surprise announcement for this upcoming season, his takes on the Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond contract negotiations with Steve Yzerman & how they compare to situations like Dylan Larkin's, as well as Hockeytown's prospect outlooks for players like Nate Danielson, Axel Sandin Pellikka, & others (4:15). After that, we discuss the report that Lucas Raymond & Steve Yzerman are allegedly "not close" in contract terms, how Moritz Seider's deal relates, & whether Red Wings fans should be worried (20:20). Also, what Jonatan Berggren's outlook looks like with Detroit (28:35). Next, other Red Wings news, including updates on Marco Kasper and Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Danielson in the Rookie Showcase, Bally Sports Detroit, & more (33:40). We then jump to the MASSIVE amount of NHL news: Edmonton not matching offers on Broberg & Holloway (40:45), Askarov to San Jose (44:40), Laine to Montreal, McGroarty for Yager, Podkolzin to Edmonton, Beniers, Johansen, & so much more (51:20) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:07:55) - 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/wingedwheeland get on your way to being your best self. #ad This episode is brought to you by Mint Mobile. Get 3 months of premium wireless service for 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/wingedwheel today! #ad

Brian Burke - The Interview - Aug. 22nd, 2024
Coming at you with a surprise midweek offseason episode of the Winged Wheel Podcast, and for good reason! Tune in as none other than giant of the NHL and hockey world BRIAN BURKE joins the show for the first time ever. Enjoy Brian's signature no-BS stories, full of unbelievable details and hysterical insights about everything from watching Nicklas Lidstrom score his goal on Dan Cloutier to wanting to fight Kevin Lowe in a barn. Also, his takes on the PWHL, the NHL's salary cap, overall thoughts on the game, the Detroit Red Wings, & SO MUCH more - enjoy this special bonus episode of the show! 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 Mint Mobile. Get 3 months of premium wireless service for 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/wingedwheel today! #ad

Carter Mazur Interview and Offer Sheet Shocker - Aug. 18th, 2024
WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey (3:55)! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer Detroit Red Wings training camp is approaching, so we brought in one of the most notable names to catch up on a Hockeytown prospect's offseason! Tune in as we start by giving updates on Michael Brandsegg-Nygard and Axel Sandin Pellikka (3:05) before we jump into our conversation with Carter Mazur: what he learned in his season with the Grand Rapids Griffins alongside Simon Edvinsson, Albert Johansson, Jonatan Berggren, Sebastian Cossa, Marco Kasper, & others, what his goals are for the season ahead, how he might fit into a lineup whether in the midst of the Larkin, Kane, DeBrincat types or with Rasmussen, Copp, Veleno, etc. (6:20). After that, updates on the Detroit Red Wings Prospect Tournament & Training Camp in Traverse City & whether players like Danielson, etc. can make it (24:40) before we get to the shocking news of the St. Louis Blues offer-sheeting both Dylan Holloway and Philip Broberg, what's next for McDavid's Edmonton Oilers, whether Steve Yzerman has anything to worry about with Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond, & more (28:00). Finally, NHL news including Auston Matthews taking over for John Tavares as captain in Toronto, Vrana back to the Capitals on a PTO, the Tampa Bay Lightning selling, Getzlaf to the DoPS, Laine update, & lots more (44:05) before we take your question & comments in our Overtime segment (56:45) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more!

Red Wings Prospect Rankings and Berggren's Future - Aug. 11th, 2024
WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 400 ticket buyers get a limited edition co-branded Red Wings x WWP jersey (3:55)! https://fevo-enterprise.com/event/Wingedwheel2/offer The Detroit Red Wings have one of the strongest prospect systems in the NHL, but what makes it so great? Tune in as we evaluate the handiwork of Steve Yzerman, Kris Draper, Hakan Andersson, & the entire Hockeytown crew's drafting and rank the entire Red Wings prospect system, including: Nate Danielson, Axel Sandin Pellikka, Sebastian Cossa, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Marco Kasper, Carter Mazur, Trey Augustine, Albert Johansson, Dimitri Buchelnikov, Amadeus Lombardi, Elmer Soderblom, Max Plante, Shai Buium, & more (6:25)! Next, we discuss Jonatan Berggren's future with the Red Wings as it's not just Moritz Seider & Lucas Raymond without a contract, if he can crack the top 6 alongside the likes of Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, & others, or if his future is outside of Detroit (47:30). After that, NHL and hockey news including the Hlinka Gretzky Cup (Gavin McKenna, Adam Benak), the Edmonton Oilers & Connor McDavid's devastation post-game 7, & more (54:30) before we take your question & comments in our Overtime segment (1:00:15) - 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/wingedwheeland get on your way to being your best self. #ad

Ken Daniels Catch-Up and Edvinsson's Expectations - Aug. 4th, 2024
We're joined on this episode by Detroit Red Wings Lead Announcer and counterpart to Mickey Redmond: Ken Daniels! Tune in as Ken gives us his perspective on how meaningful it is that Patrick Kane cited him in his reason's why he loves Hockeytown, his thoughts on Tarasenko, Raymond, Seider, Edvinsson, DeBrincat, Larkin, & others, as well as the departure of Perron, how Talbot might aid Lyon in net, & lots more about what Steve Yzerman's moves might set up for the Detroit Red Wings this upcoming season (3:50). Next, we discuss Simon Edvinsson's development so far, how his path might mirror Moritz Seider's if Derek Lalonde is lucky, his deployment alongside Petry or Gustafsson, how he'll stack up against Chiarot, Johansson, Maatta, & other, & what can realistically be expected of him (17:45 ). After that, we discuss the silence surrounding the Moritz Seider & Lucas Raymond contracts & how Brock Faber's new deal may affect things (44:17). We wrap with NHL news including new contracts for Martin Necas and Kaiden Guhle (52:05) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (58:25) - 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 BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/wingedwheeland get on your way to being your best self. #ad This episode is brought to you by Mint Mobile. Get 3 months of premium wireless service for 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/wingedwheel today! #ad

Hockeytown's Outlook ft. Max Bultman - July 28th, 2024
The offseason has slowed down but Steve Yzerman still has a lot ahead for the Detroit Red Wings. Tune in as we start by discussing the goalie situation, including Ville Husso remaining in Hockeytown as he wasn't bought out, where he fits in next to Alex Lyon and Cam Talbot, Jack Campbell and Sebastian Cossa in Grand Rapids, how Augustine, Gylander, & others join Cossa to give the Red Wings the top goalie prospect pool in the league, & lots more (). Also, news as Aaron Kahn joins Kris Draper and Shawn Horcoff as Assistant GM under Steve Yzerman (4:10). Next, we're joined by Max Bultman to discuss Max Plante & the WJSS, the Moritz Seider & Lucas Raymond contracts, Red Wings outlooks as we analyze the forward core of Larkin, Raymond, DeBrincat, Kane, & Tarasenko, how Seider & Edvinsson can prop up the defense, Derek Lalonde's task ahead, overall projections, & so much more (27:48). After that, NHL news including Patrick Laine, the Konecny signing, Stan Bowman being hired to GM Connor McDavid's Edmonton Oilers, & more (54:20) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:05:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Beach Info: https://x.com/Steve_Dangle/status/1816135541873868879 This episode is brought to you by Mint Mobile. Get 3 months of premium wireless service for 15 bucks a month at mintmobile.com/wingedwheel today! #ad

Veleno's Contract and Detroit's Cap Situation - July 21st, 2024
It's Joever. The Detroit Red Wings and Joe Veleno have ended the salary arbitration process and settled on a new 2 year contract to keep Joey V in Hockeytown! Tune in as we discuss the value of the deal, whether Steve Yzerman overpaid for Veleno, and how Veleno projects out in Detroit's future (3:20), before also discussing how a new buyout window may affect Ville Husso (but not Justin Holl), and what the remaining cap space means for Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, and Jonatan Berggren's contracts (12:05). Also, the Quinton Byfield contract and warning signs from that (as well as Dubas' Matthews and Marner deals) compared to Raymond & Seider's deals as Yzerman tries to build Detroit's long-term core to add to Dylan Larkin & Co. in creating a competitive Red Wings team again (22:15). After that, NHL news including Kuznetsov leaving the NHL (29:00), Daniel Sprong's contract and why he wasn't a fit on Derek Lalonde's Red Wings (29:45), Major League Hockey, Kuznetsov, Krug, and a giant Al the Octopus for sale (35:30) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (43:40) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! MLH Article: https://www.grandforksherald.com/sports/und-hockey/max-chambers-is-the-man-behind-major-league-hockey-he-has-a-history-of-not-delivering

Seider and Raymond Negotiations and MBN's Path - July 14th, 2024
Now it feels like the offseason is here as the NHL & the Detroit Red Wings have quieted down (for now). Tune in as we update you on how the Winged Wheel Podcast will slow down for the summer (we're still going to be here weekly!) (0:00) before we jump into a discussion on Michael Brandsegg-Nygard's development path, whether he'll join Axel Sandin Pellikka in Skelleftea in the SHL or join the likes of Nate Danielson, Marco Kasper, Carter Mazur, and others in competing for a Detroit Red Wings or Grand Rapids Griffins spot in the AHL (5:05). After that, we loop in on the Steve Yzerman & Moritz Seider / Lucas Raymond contract negotiations, what the prospective term and AAV may be, how lessons from Auston Matthews, Mitch Marner, & Kyle Dubas in Toronto loom large, how these future stars affect the rest of Detroit's talent like Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, Simon Edvinsson, & more (13:10). Next, a quick update on Jacob Trouba (28:20) before we take a look at the Detroit Red Wings prospective lineup, where the weaknesses are as Patrick Kane and Vladimir Tarasenko may be playing with J.T. Compher, Chiarot, Seider, Johansson, & others moving around on defense, all in front of a flurry of goalies in Lyon, Talbot, Husso, & others (31:15). Finally, a quick discussion on the salary cap and no income tax states (& Barry Trotz's comments) (41:45) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (53:40) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Roster Projection: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5624614/2024/07/09/red-wings-roster-kane-tarasenko/?source=emp_shared_article

Red Wings Projections and Kane, Tarasenko Connection - July 10th, 2024
Patrick Kane and Vladimir Tarasenko had high praise ofr Hockeytown, and it seems like the Detroit Red Wings fanbase had a lot to do with it. Tune in as we open by discussing Kane, Tarasenko, and Fischer's media, Kane's love for Ken Daniels and Mickey Redmond's goal calls, how Kane helped convinced Tarasenko to sign in Detroit, and how an Original 6 franchise's legacy helped Yzerman ink the stars (4:10). Next, we discuss the overall work that Steve Yzerman did this summer, and where the Detroit Red Wings are left for the upcoming season. How much offense can Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, Vladimir Tarasenko, Jonatan Berggre, & others produce? Can Edvinsson and Johansson provide enough support for Moritz Seider on the blue line? Can Cam Talbot, Alex Lyon, and Ville Husso be enough in net (12:50)? After that, NHL news including the Arizona Coyotes officially being free from Muruelo's grasp (43:30), Rutger McGroarty's trade situation and a broader look at UFA, RFA, and NHL signing rights, and a New Era in NHL hats (49:25). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:00:05) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! NHL Team Improvement: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5626787/2024/07/10/nhl-teams-offseason-2024/?source=user_shared_articleWhichNHLteamshaveimprovedthemostthisoffseason?Ratingall32teams Roster Projection: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5624614/2024/07/09/red-wings-roster-kane-tarasenko/?source=emp_shared_article

TARASENKO TO DETROIT, YZERMAN TRADES FABBRI - July 7th, 2024
Steve Yzerman wasn't done yet - Vladimir Tarasenko is coming to Hockeytown. Tune in as we start by analyzing the Detroit Red Wings signing Vladimir Tarasenko to a 2 year, $4.75 million AAV contract, how he fits into the forward lineup alongside Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, & others, the deal's value & structure, how he replaces offense left by Perron, Gostisbehere, etc., & more (3:15). Next, Yzerman trading Robby Fabbri to the Anaheim Ducks for cap space (and another goalie friend for Cossa, Augustine, Campbell, Lyon, Talbot & Husso) (13:00), Joe Veleno opting for arbitration & what it means for a potential buyout (not Holl) (20:10), and the signing of Tyler Motte (25:40). After that, his press conference, including thoughts on the team's standings, chasing Stamkos or another mystery player, whether the team defense is enough to help Moritz Seider & the goalies, how Edvinsson, Johansson, and Berggren will fit in, and what roster space means for Kasper, Mazur, and Danielson (27:30). After covering the performances of key prospects & players like Brandsegg-Nygard, Sandin Pellikka, & others at the Red Wings Development Camp (52:45), we analyze the Savoie for McLeod trade between Buffalo and Edmonton (55:15) before we take your questions and comments during 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/wingedwheeland get on your way to being your best self. #ad Development Camp Summary: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5618585/2024/07/05/red-wings-development-camp-nate-danielson/

KANE STAYS IN HOCKEYTOWN AND YZERMAN'S QUIET FREE AGENCY - July 2nd, 2024
Disclaimer: Recorded before the Tarasenko signing & Fabbri trade - more to come on those fronts on Sunday! The NHL's Free Agent Frenzy was mayhem and Steve Yzerman was...relatively quiet for the Detroit Red Wings (after bringing Showtime back to Hockeytown, of course). Tune in as we start by discussing the re-signing of Patrick Kane in Detroit, including how the deal came to be, how the bonus structure affects the cap, what this means for the Red Wings forwards including Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, & others, & lots more (5:30). Next, an overview on some of the massive deals across the NHL (including Steven Stamkos, Jonathan Marchessault, Chandler Stephenson, Jake DeBrusk, Chris Tanev, Brandon Mantour, & so many more) before discussing Detroit's own signings: Cam Talbot, Jack Campbell, Erik Gustafsson, William Lagesson, Christian Fischer, Tyler Motte, & other small deals (11:50). How do they affect the team, replace the offense lost by Shayne Gostisbehere, David Perron, Daniel Sprong, and Jake Walman? After that, an overall view of "The Yzerplan", Steve Yzerman's path for the team, how the cap space can be used for Lucas Raymond & Moritz Seider contracts or trades for players like Zegras or Necas, & more (50:30). Then, an update on the Jacob Trouba situation and the trade that may not materialize (1:08:05), Pavel Datsyuk at Red Wings Development camp with the likes of Brandsegg-Nygard, Danielson, Sandin Pellikka, Augustine & others (1:19:56) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:22:00) - 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 BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/wingedwheel and get on your way to being your best self. #ad

2024 NHL DRAFT REVIEW (DETROIT RED WINGS PICK BRANDSEGG-NYGARD) AND STAMKOS, TROUBA RUMORS - June 29th, 2024
The 2024 NHL Draft in Las Vegas' Sphere is over, and Steve Yzerman, Kris Draper, Nicklas Lidstrom & Co. have selected the newest crop of Hockeytown prospects for the Detroit Red Wings. Tune in as we start by discussing the craziness at the beginning of the 1st round, with Celebrini and Levshunov going as expected, Sennecke going way higher than thought, Demidov to the Canadiens, Utah snatching up Tij Iginla, Zeev Buium falling to Minnesota, & more (4:40). Next, a full assessment of the Detroit Red Wings selecting Michael Brandsegg-Nygard 15th overall: prospect analysis, how he stacked up to others like Hage, Eiserman, Connelly, etc., where he fits in the Red Wings core next to Raymond, Larkin, Seider, & Co., how he measures against previous picks like Danielson & Kasper, strengths & weaknesses, ultimate upside, & LOTS more. Also, a review of the rest of the 1st round (27:00). After that, we assess all the rest of the Detroit Red Wings' picks: Max Plante (46:50), Ondrej Becher (53:20), Landon Miller (56:10), John Whipple (57:50), Charlie Forslund (59:55), Austin Baker (1:02:50), & Fisher Scott (1:03:45), then give our overall assessments of the draft class, grades, Yzerman's performance & philosophies, & more (1:05:30). We then turn to notable draft performances and NHL moves (like Utah trading for Sergachev & Marino) (1:10:45), before discussing the Jacob Trouba, Steven Stamkos, & Patrick Kane rumors as they relate to Detroit (1:15:50) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:36:10) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Final Mock Draft and Red Wings Free Agency Preview - June 27th, 2024
Be sure to catch our 2024 NHL Draft Live Stream on Friday, June 28th! Subscribe on YouTube and tune in: https://www.youtube.com/wingedwheelpodcast What a week it's been, and the 2024 NHL Draft hasn't even happened! We start with our full 1st round 2024 NHL Mock Draft (results at the bottom), including our picks for Steve Yzerman, Kris Draper & co. to join the Detroit Red Wings (4:35). Next, we update you on the crazy world of the NHL & Detroit Red Wings, especially in the fallout of the Jake Walman trade. News & rumors of Yzerman being in on guys like John Gibson, Jake Guentzel, Tristan Jarry, Steven Stamkos, Jacob Trouba, DeBrusk, Chychrun, & more. Also, updates on Patrick Kane, Shayne Gostisbehere, how Lucas Raymond and Moritz Seider fit in, Larkin & DeBrincat's windows, & more in the free agency preview (35:00). After that, NHL news including Barkov, Bobrovsky, & Tkachuk lifting the Stanley Cup, Connor McDavid winning the Conn Smythe, Michkov coming to the NHL, & more (55:50) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:03:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad 1. Macklin Celebrini (SJS) 2. Artyom Levshunov (CHI) 3. Anton Silayev (ANA) 4. Ivan Demidov (CBJ) 5. Cayden Lindstrom (MTL) 6. Zeev Buium (UTA) 7. Tij Iginla (OTT) 8. Beckett Sennecke (SEA) 9. Carter Yakemchuk (CGY) 10. Berkly Catton (NJD) 11. Sam Dickinson (SJS) 12. Cole Eiserman (PHI) 13. Konsta Helenius (MIN) 14. Zayne Parekh (BUF) 15. Trevor Connelly (DET) 16. Jett Luchanko (STL) 17. Michael Hage (WSH) 18. Michael Brandsegg-Nygård (CHI) 19. Liam Greentree (VGK) 20. Stian Solberg (NYI) 21. Igor Chernyshov (LAK) 22. Alfons Freij (NSH) 23. Adam Jiricek (TOR) 24. Sacha Boisvert (COL) 25. Andrew Basha (BOS) 26. EJ Emery (MTL) 27. Terik Parascak (CAR) 28. Ryder Ritchie (CGY) 29. Yegor Surin (DAL) 30. Cole Beaudoin (NYR) 31. Dominik Badinka (ANA) 32. Dean Letourneau (PHI)

WALMAN TRADED - Yzerman's Plan (Emergency Episode ft. Max Bultman & Prashanth Iyer) - June 25th, 2024
Be sure to catch our 2024 NHL Draft Live Stream on Friday, June 28th! Subscribe on YouTube and tune in: https://www.youtube.com/wingedwheelpodcast EMERGENCY EPISODE! We're joined by Max Bultman & Prashanth Iyer to discuss Steve Yzerman's trade to ship out Jake Walman and a 2nd round pick (that he just acquired for Andrew Gibson) to the San Jose Sharks in order to clear salary cap space. What does this mean? What else is Yzerman cooking for the Detroit Red Wings? Are there big moves coming in Hockeytown like Guentzel, Gibson, Stamkos, Trouba, etc.? How does this affect the "Yzerplan" timeline? All of that and more - tune in before more happens! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

2024 NHL DRAFT PREVIEW - June 23rd, 2024
Be sure to catch our 2024 NHL Draft Live Stream on Friday, June 28th! Subscribe on YouTube and tune in: https://www.youtube.com/wingedwheelpodcast It's time for one of our biggest episodes of the year: the 2024 NHL Draft Preview...except with the added content of Steve Yzerman's press conference on his outlook for the Detroit Red Wings and the thrilling Stanley Cup Final. Tune in as we start with our official 2024 NHL Draft Preview, including analysis, rankings, our preferences for Yzerman, Draper, & Co.'s pick at 15 for Detroit, predictions, trade options, 2nd round targets, and lots more: Macklin Celebrini, Artyom Levshunov, Anton Silayev, Cayden Lindstrom, Ivan Demidov, Carter Yakemchuk, Zayne Parekh, Zeev Buium, Tij Iginla, Beckett Sennecke, Sam Dickinson, Berkly Catton, Cole Eiserman, Adam Jiricek, Konsta Helenius, Stian Solberg, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Michael Hage, Jett Luchanko, Liam Greentree, Sacha Boisvert, EJ Emery, Igor Chernyshov, Cole Beaudoin, Andrew Basha, Terik Parascak, Trevor Connelly, Dean Letourneau, Freij, Teddy Stiga, Lucas Petterson, & more (6:35). Next, Steve Yzerman's press conference, including news on Moritz Seider & Lucas Raymond's extensions still in progress, Dylan Larkin's surgery, thoughts on going into next season with Lyon and Husso, Patrick Kane, goalie trade rumors on Ullmark & Gibson, & more (1:21:20). Finally, Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers forcing Game 7 in the Stanley Cup Final against Sergei Bobrovsky, Matthew Tkachuk, and the Florida Panthers (1:32:40) & LOTS more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:40:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad Yzerman Presser Recap: https://www.shapshotshockey.com/p/what-we-learned-from-steve-yzermans

Johansson, NHL Trade Market, and Bad GMs - June 19th, 2024
What a wild day of trades and roster moves in the NHL. Tune in as we start by discussing the Albert Johansson signing and what he could mean for the Detroit Red Wings roster, bolstering the blue line of Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Jake Walman, & others (4:10). Next, we analyze the flurry of NHL roster moves and what they could mean for Steve Yzerman: San Jose picking up Goodrow, Markstrom being traded to New Jersey, Pierre-Luc Dubois traded for Darcy Kuemper, & more as they pertain to moving Holl's contract, trading for Gibson, or other moves to improve the team around Larkin, Raymond, DeBrincat, & others. (11:00). Also, a note on Shayne Gostisbehere expecting to go to market (38:10) before we get into our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Trevor Connelly (40:15). After that, a Stanley Cup Final & Connor McDavid Conn Smythe update (52:20), Hronek's new big deal as compared to what Hockeytown gets in Axel Sandin Pellikka (1:02:10), & more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:03:40) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad Connelly Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/5290107/2024/02/22/nhl-draft-prospect-trevor-connelly/

Necas Trade Rumors, Laine, and Helenius Profile - June 16th, 2024
Martin Necas trade rumors are swirling, and Steve Yzerman's Detroit Red Wings are in the mix... Tune in as we start by analyzing the Necas rumors, whether he'd be a fit in Hockeytown, what the Red Wings would have to give up to add him to the core of Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Simon Edvinsson, & others, how he would affect other free agents like Patrick Kane, & lots more (3:00). Also, notes on Jalen Chatfield, whether Patrik Laine would be a good trade target, Kappo Kakko's chances of being revived elsewhere, & more (17:25). After that, our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Konsta Helenius, as well as news on Michael Brandsegg-Nygard and the Red Wings (31:35). Finally, a Stanley Cup Final update, including Connor McDavid breaking a Wayne Gretzky record, Bobrovsky, Barkov, and McDavid's cases for the Conn Smythe, as well as congratulating Eric Tulsky (friend of Expected by Whom) on becoming GM of the Carolina Hurricanes, & lots more (42:00) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (56:40) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Kane, Marchessault, Joshua, and Potential Red Wings Targets - June 12, 2024
Free agency is looming after the NHL Draft and rumors are already swirling. Tune in as we first start by discussing the recent accolades for the local Detroit Red Wings broadcast team in Ken Daniels, Mickey Redmond, & Bally Sports Detroit, as well as how national broadcasts in the playoffs could level up (3:20)! Next, we analyze some potential free agency and trade targets, how they'd fit on the Red Wings alongside Larkin, Seider, Raymond, DeBrincat, and others, what Yzerman would have to spend to get them, and if they'd be worth it, including Jonathan Marchessault, returning Patrick Kane, Dakota Joshua, Trevor Zegras, Jake Guentzel, & more (9:25). After that, our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Andrew Basha, teaammate of Lindstrom and McKenna (36:20) before we jump into a Stanley Cup Final update, league news on the upcoming Amazon Prime series ft. Connor McDavid and Matthew Tkachuk, CapFriendly, & more (44:55) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:01:05) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Yzerman's Cap Options ft. Prashanth Iyer - June 9th, 2024
The NHL's salary cap is set, and so is the stage for Steve Yzerman and his upcoming adjustments to the Detroit Red Wings. Tune in as we start by discussing Hockeytown's salary cap situation, how Lucas Raymond and Moritz Seider's contracts affect it, how the extra $300k can factor in, if Patrick Kane, David Perron, or others can return, whether Justin Holl, Olli Maatta, or others are on the chopping block, & more (3:40). Next, we're joined by Prashanth Iyer of Expected by Whom? to further discuss the Detroit Red Wings and what Yzerman may do coming up, how Dylan Larkin and Alex DeBrincat's windows affect Detroit's timelines, Marchessault and other targets, Danielson, Kasper, Mazur, Edvinsson, and more (13:55). After that, our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Cayden Lindstrom (46:30) before our update on the Stanley Cup Final between Connor McDavid's Edmonton Oilers and Sergei Bobrovsky's Florida Panthers (54:15), as well as CapFriendly's unfortunate update (1:01:05) & more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:05:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Draft Trades, Sennecke, and Stanley Cup Final Preview - June 5th, 2024
The Stanley Cup Final is set, the Detroit Red Wings are starting to take stock of their free agents, and the NHL Draft is just around the corner... Tune in as we start by discussing the impending meetings between Steve Yzerman and agents for David Perron, Patrick Kane, Lucas Raymond, and presumably Moritz Seider not far away as well. Also, what it would take to keep these players, how they'd fit into a cap structure alongside guys like Dylan Larkin and Alex DeBrincat, & more (4:05). After that, updates on the signings of Jakub Rychlovsky and Jan Bednar (10:45) before we jump into our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Beckett Sennecke (13:10). Next, the prospect of trading up in the draft to grab someone like Sennecke, Iginla, Catton, Lindstrom, etc., whether it would be worth adding Berggren, Kasper, or another premium asset to bolster the prospect pool of Nate Danielson, Axel Sandin Pellikka, etc., and more (22:20). We then jump into our Stanley Cup Final preview: predictions, analysis, & more on Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, & the Edmonton Oilers vs. Alexander Barkov, Matthew Tkachuk, and the Florida Panthers (30:35). Finally, NHL news including Marner, Necas, and Utah (44:40) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (55:50) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

2024 NHL Mock Draft and Red Wings Pick - June 2nd, 2024
It's about that time where we take our first go at a 2024 NHL Mock Draft, including our thoughts on who Steve Yzerman might take for the Detroit Red Wings. Tune in as we first start with news on some Hockeytown prospects being let go, including Bednar, Niederbach, and Mathurin, as well as overall thoughts on Detroit's prospect pool (3:20). Next, our first half 2024 NHL Mock Draft plus thoughts on which prospect would be the best add to Detroit's core of Larkin, Seider, Raymond, Edvinsson, DeBrincat, as well as current prospects like Danielson, Sandin Pellikka, and others: Celebrini, Demidov, Levshunov, Silayev, Catton, Parekh, Buium, Dickinson, Yakemchuk, Lindstrom, Iginla, Sennecke, Eiserman, Helenius, Hage, Brandsegg-Nygard, Greentree, Connelly (8:25). After that, Stanley Cup Playoffs updates, including the Florida Panthers' dominant run, the New York Rangers faltering again, and going completely off-track (46:55) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:07:35) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Griffins' Futures and Draft Prospect Talk ft. Tony Ferrari - May 30th, 2024
Now that the Grand Rapids Griffins are done their season, it's time for the Detroit Red Wings to take stock and see who might graduate to the NHL. Tune in as we discuss the futures of Simon Edvinsson, Carter Mazur, Marco Kasper, Sebastian Cossa, Albert Johansson, Nate Danielson, & more Griffins, who will join the likes of Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, and the rest of the Red Wings core, how signings like Patrick Kane or David Perron might affect their chances, & more (including news on the Toledo Walleye and other Red Wings prospects) (4:05). Next, we're joined by Tony Ferrari of The Hockey News to discuss the 2024 NHL Draft: who Steve Yzerman, Kris Draper & Co. might take at 15th overall, thoughts on players like Eiserman, Celebrini, Hage, Catton, Greentree, Brandsegg-Nygard, & many more (36:50). After that, we update you on the Stanley Cup Playoffs as McDavid's Oilers, Johnston's Stars, Tkachuk's Panthers, and Shesterkin's Rangers are all tied up (1:10:45), plus more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:18:45) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Kane, Gostisbehere, and Detroit's Free Agents - May 26th, 2024
Steve Yzerman has some decisions to make with pending free agents. Tune in as we take a look at which players in Hockeytown have expiring contracts, what they might take to re-sign, whether the Detroit Red Wings should bring them back, how they'd fit in alongside the likes of Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, and more, including Patrick Kane, Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, Shayne Gostisbehere, Daniel Sprong, Christian Fischer, Joe Veleno, Jonatan Berggren, & more (4:30). Next, thoughts on Cossa, Edvinsson, & the Grand Rapids Griffins AHL playoff run coming to an end, the World Championships, & more notes (44:20) before we jump into our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Berkly Catton (46:45). After that, NHL news including a Stanley Cup Playoffs update, Don Waddell going to the Columbus Blue Jackets and Eric Tulsky rising, the weird draft floor-type trade between Chicago and New York, & more (53:00) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:03:40) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Vote for the Best NHL Broadcast Team: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7g499zx4XqDZbDkc7mOHBk7X8-M0rWHhl5QHXBQKXcgE1hA/viewform Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Detroit's Defense Targets - Tanev, Pesce, Chatfield, Roy? - May 22nd, 2024
Moritz Seider is great on the 1st pair, but Steve Yzerman is going to need to find some help for the Detroit Red Wings on the right side. Tune in as we discuss some potential Hockeytown free agent targets to play on Detroit's right side behind Seider (maybe alongside Edvinsson?), whether they'd replace the offense of Gostisbehere or Patrick Kane, if they'd be worth a long term contract, how they'd help the core of Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Alex DeBrincat, & more: Tanev, Chatfield, Roy, Tyler Myers, Pesce, & others (4:10). Next, thoughts on the Filip Hronek trade now that he's asking the Vancouver Canucks for $8 million while the Red Wings have Axel Sandin Pellikka (31:55) before a quick note on Detroit's prospect pool rankings (Mazur, Cossa, Augustine, Kasper, Buchelnikov), & Nate Danielson (35:50) before jumping into our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Michael Hage (39:40). After that, Stanley Cup Playoffs updates as Connor McDavid's Edmonton Oilers advance to the Conference Finals, the Tampa Bay Lightning reacquire Ryan McDonaugh, Keefe goes to New Jersey, & more (47:10) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:03:40) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Vote for the Best NHL Broadcast Team: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7g499zx4XqDZbDkc7mOHBk7X8-M0rWHhl5QHXBQKXcgE1hA/viewform Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Ehlers, Necas, and Yzerman's Trade Targets - May 19th, 2024
Will Steve Yzerman's adjustments to the Detroit Red Wings come through the form of a trade - or multiple? Tune in as we discuss potential Hockeytown trade targets, including Nikolaj Ehlers of the Winnipeg Jets (3:05), Martin Necas of the Carolina Hurricanes (15:45), and Timothy Lilejegren of the Toronto Maple Leafs (22:00) - is 15th overall in play, would they take a contract like Holl's, would a key player like Jake Walman or high end prospect like Kasper have to move, & more! Next, an update as Nate Danielson ends his time with the Portland Winterhawks and joins Cossa, Edvinsson, Kasper, Mazur, Watson & Co. with the Grand Rapids Griffins for their AHL Calder Cup playoff run (36:40). After that, our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Liam Greentree and how he compares to Michael Rasmussen (42:15). Finally, we update you on the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including Marchand and the Bruins falling to the Panthers, Andersen and the Hurricanes losing to Kreider, Shesterkin and the Rangers, McDavid & the Oilers going to game 7 vs. the Canucks, and the Dallas Stars taking out the Colorado Avalanche (52:10). Also, Craig Berube to the Toronto Maple Leafs, and Rod Brind'Amour staying in Carolina, Matvei Michkov coming to Philadelphia, and a note on Darren Dutchyshen (1:04:00) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:09:50) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Vote for the Best NHL Broadcast Team: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7g499zx4XqDZbDkc7mOHBk7X8-M0rWHhl5QHXBQKXcgE1hA/viewform Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Should Yzerman Trade 15? and Brandsegg-Nygard Profile - May 15th, 2024
Steve Yzerman has options at 15th overall - are they all players? Tune in as we discuss expectations for what Hockeytown might land with the 15th overall pick, as well as the merits of Steve Yzerman considering a trade to maybe add more immediate impact to help the likes of Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Alex DeBrincat, Simon Edvinsson, & Detroit's current squad (6:35). Next, Nate Danielson's potential ability to join the Grand Rapids Griffins in the AHL in case the Portland Winterhawks are eliminated, as well as an update on Cossa, Berggren, & Dan Watson's Griffins Calder Cup run (27:55). We then give updates on Alex Lyon and Trey Augustine at the World Championship (34:20) before jumping into our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Michael Brandsegg-Nygard - is he another Marco Kasper, or could he be more (37:25)? After that, NHL & Stanley Cup Playoff updates including McDavid, Soucy, & Zadorov's incident, Bennett vs. Marchand, Swayman, goalie interference, & lots more (46:40) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:04:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Vote for the Best NHL Broadcast Team: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7g499zx4XqDZbDkc7mOHBk7X8-M0rWHhl5QHXBQKXcgE1hA/viewform Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Yzerman to Eiserman - Detroit's Draft Strategy - May 12th, 2024
Steve Yzerman has some interesting choices to make this summer for the Detroit Red Wings. Tune in as we discuss the ideal draft strategy for Hockeytown as they draft 15th overall and look to add to their core - who would be the best help for Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Alex DeBrincat, Simon Edvinsson, & Detroit's other key players? Is it best player available or a high end forward like Eiserman or Catton (3:25)? Next, updates on the Toledo Walleye, Raymond, Lyon, & Augustine at the World Championships, and Nate Danielson with the Portland Winterhawks (22:30) before we get into our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Cole Eiserman: goal-scoring dynamo from the USNTDP (25:45). After that, NHL news including Keefe being fired, Shanahan staying, and what's next for Mitch Marner, the Stanley Cup Playoffs including Tkachuk vs. Pastrnak, Rangers dominating the Hurricanes, and McDavid's task against the Canucks (40:15), PLUS the Utah team names (1:00:45) & LOTS more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:04:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Vote for the Best NHL Broadcast Team: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7g499zx4XqDZbDkc7mOHBk7X8-M0rWHhl5QHXBQKXcgE1hA/viewform Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Sandin Pellikka Signs and Detroit Picks 15th - May 8th, 2024
Two new contracts for the Detroit Red Wings: one exciting, and another a bit more mysterious. First, Axel Sandin Pellikka signs his ELC as Yzerman officially brings their next star defenseman into the fold in Hockeytown, however it was confirmed that he'll be staying in the SHL. We discuss what this means for his development vs. joining the Grand Rapids Griffins in the AHL, how being under Kronwall, Lidstrom, and Andersson's tutelage, how he compares to Seider, Edvinsson, or even forwards like Kasper and Raymond, & more (7:10). Next, Dmitri Buchelnikov extends in the KHL as the offensive dynamo may be in Russia longer than expected - will he ever arrive in Detroit, and if so, when (16:55)? After that, an update as Jonatan Berggren, Sebastian Cossa, and Dan Watson's Grand Rapids Griffins move on to the next round of the Calder Cup Playoffs (21:50). We then discuss Trey Augustine and Alex Lyon at the World Championship (that Dylan Larkin unfortunately had to bow out of) as well as Nate Danielson and the Portland Winterhawks (26:30). Also, the 2024 NHL Draft Lottery, drama surrounding it, Celebrini and Demidov destinations, and who Detroit may target at 15th overall (Eiserman? Catton? Brandsegg-Nygard?) (27:25). Finally, NHL news include Marner & Toronto's continued meltdown, Dallas over Vegas in the Stanley Cup playoffs, Kucherov, McDavid, and MacKinnon Hart nominees, & lots more (49:45) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:03:50) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Vote for the Best NHL Broadcast Team: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7g499zx4XqDZbDkc7mOHBk7X8-M0rWHhl5QHXBQKXcgE1hA/viewform Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Detroit's Youth Movement and the Annual Elimination Day - May 5th, 2024
The kids are the key for Steve Yzerman and Derek Lalonde in Hockeytown. Tune in as we break down the incoming youth movement for the Detroit Red Wings, how many of the rising stars can make the roster, and what to expect from Simon Edvinsson, Albert Johansson, Nate Danielson, Axel Sandin Pellikka, Marco Kasper, Carter Mazur, Sebastian Cossa, and others in the future as the Red Wings look for help around Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, & Lucas Raymond (5:20). Next, updates on Jonatan Berggren and the Grand Rapids Griffins as they continue in the Calder Cup Playoffs (21:15), Canada's Gavin McKenna & the U18 tournament (28:20), Red Wings going to the World Championship, now including Trey Augustine (30:45), & NHL Draft Lottery updates (34:35) before we give you our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Tij Iginla (36:10)! Finally, Stanley Cup Playoffs updates as the Toronto Maple Leafs have done it again: what's next for Mitch Marner, Auston Matthews, William Nylander, Sheldon Keefe, & Brendan Shanahan? Also, updates on McDavid's Oilers, Dubois, & the rest of the league (42:30), Rod Brind'Amour, Vezina, Jack Adams, & Norris Trophy nominees (58:05), & lots more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:02:10) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Vote for the Best NHL Broadcast Team: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7g499zx4XqDZbDkc7mOHBk7X8-M0rWHhl5QHXBQKXcgE1hA/viewform Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad

Danielson, Sandin Pellikka, and Playoff What-Ifs - May 1st, 2024
Just because the season is over doesn't mean Red Wings fans aren't excited about hockey, thanks to the likes of Nate Danielson and Axel Sandin Pellikka. Tune in as we start by discussing Nate Danielson's offensive increase as he moved from the Brandon Wheat Kings to the Portland Winterhawks, whether he can make the Detroit Red Wings next season, his future as a potential 2C alongside Dylan Larkin, how he'd fit with players like Lucas Raymond or Alex DeBrincat, & more (4:45). After that, Axel Sandin Pellikka's celebrations as Skelleftea won the SHL title, his future as a high-end right-handed defenseman to support Moritz Seider on that side, what his timeline is to land in Detroit based on what Steve Yzerman said, & more (14:30). Next, an update on the Stanley Cup Playoffs, including Detroit's Wild Card race rivals all failing miserably, how the LCA would've done with playoff hockey, what's next for the Rangers, Hurricanes, Bruins, Leafs, Panthers, Golden Knights, Stars, Avalanche, Oilers, Kings, Canucks, and Predators (21:30), PLUS discussion on Vegas' LTIR salary cap drama (50:00). Finally, our 2024 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Russian star Ivan Demidov (56:45) & lots more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:01:55) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Vote for the Best NHL Broadcast Team: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7g499zx4XqDZbDkc7mOHBk7X8-M0rWHhl5QHXBQKXcgE1hA/viewform Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad