Winged Wheel Podcast

The Hockeytown rollercoaster rolls on. This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down two completely different performances in back-to-back games, as game recaps & analysis covers the stunning win over Buffalo and the crushing loss to Philadelphia for Steve Yzerman's team.. (00:00) - Intro & Delirium Trying to make sense of the Detroit Red Wings and their performances in a tight playoff race. (04:05) - Red Wings vs. Sabres Game Recap Red Wings score three first period goals against one of the league's hottest teams, including Alex DeBrincat and Lucas Raymond power play strikes. John Gibson stacks the pads, and Patrick Kane shushes his hometown crowd. (14:05) - Red Wings vs. Philadelphia Flyers Game Recap - Disaster Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson & Co. fall short in a frustrating home loss that perfectly encapsulates this team's inconsistency, including a late game flurry of goals from Appleton, DeBrincat, and Raymond. (27:25) - What's Wrong With Detroit? Dissecting why the Detroit Red Wings don't show

Another March Sadness episode. This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers the Red Wings vs Senators crushing loss in what should have been their most winnable big game of the season. Hockeytown news and analysis breaks down where the playoff race stands, Larkin's return, and Yzerman extending JBD. (00:55) - Intro (03:30) - Ottawa Loss Breakdown Red Wings fall to injury-depleted Senators on back-to-back despite Ottawa missing five defensemen including Jake Sanderson. Discussion on the Patrick Kane offside that negated an Alex DeBrincat goal, plus how Dylan Larkin's return, Yakemchuk's guaranteed goal, and DeBrincat and Zub's fight all ended in disappointment for Todd McLellan's squad. (27:45) - Playoff Race Math Breaking down where Detroit sits after the regulation loss and which teams they need to leapfrog with limited games remaining - can Steve Yzerman's roster do it? How much can Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson support from the back end for a stagnant offense? (38:20) - Jacob Bernard-Docker Extension Steve Yz

Anxiety in Hockeytown...this Detroit Red Wings podcast delivers the Red Wings vs Canadiens recap & Boston heartbreak from Winged Wheel Podcast Night at the LCA, plus a live interview with Ken Daniels and Kirk Maltby! Detroit Red Wings news and analysis covers Alex DeBrincat's heroics, Andrew Copp's return, and another devastating third period collapse. (00:00) - Intro: Detroit Red Wings Falling Out of the Race? Another tough loss has Todd McLellan's squad reeling, as well as Red Wings fans everywhere. (04:50) - Detroit vs. Montreal Win DeBrincat blows the roof off LCA in the playoff-style win over Montreal. Andrew Copp returns ahead of schedule while Simon Edvinsson delivers chippy play against Cole Caufield and the Canadiens. (11:25) - Red Wings vs. Boston Loss Analysis Another third period collapse, including Gibson's tough night opposite a stellar Swayman. Also, Raymond and DeBrincat scoring, Seider and Edvinsson's lapses, & more as Detroit struggles without Dylan Larkin. (29:05) - WWP Night at the

It's make or break time. This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the Red Wings vs. Flames comeback win via Patrick Kane's clutch performance. Hockeytown news & analysis covers the playoff push with Copp injury updates & the Atlantic race still neck-and-neck. (00:00) - Playoff Push Futility We open with some bleak overview on how Detroit's playoff hopes hinge on unbeatable teams losing, plus frustrations with three-point games hurting the Red Wings. (06:34) - Red Wings vs Flames Game Recap Dominik Shine gets the squad going with a fight that had Kane & Co. fired up. Patrick Kane & Alex DeBrincat leads the comeback after a sluggish first period! Emmitt Finnie and Albert Johansson step up and the power play finally clicks on Moritz Seider's 9th goal of the season. (19:45) - Andrew Copp Injury Update Copp returns to practice early and could be the knight in shining armor Detroit needs, following the David Perron blueprint from last week. Dylan Larkin and Michael Rasmussen stay sidelines, as Mic

This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers the Red Wings' narrowing playoff odds after games vs. Tampa Bay & Dallas. Hockeytown news & analysis breaks down how McLellan's injury-riddled roster is fighting to stay in the playoff race without Larkin and Copp. (00:00) - Intro & Episode Overview Evan's alarm clock mishaps and why this Detroit Red Wings stretch feels like the most crucial in podcast history. (04:40) - Red Wings vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Game Recap Detroit falls 4-1 but hangs tough against Nikita Kucherov's loaded Lightning squad. Justin Faulk's defensive impact shows but the Red Wings can't drive any offense to support it. (14:20) - Red Wings vs. Dallas Stars Game Recap   David Perron returns! Jake Oettinger's own goal gives Detroit a lifeline in their battle for playoff positioning. Lucas Raymond steps up on a nice play from Finnie to tie it as Edvinsson, Seider, & the Red Wings steal a point off the Stars. Also, a look at the stretch of games ahead.  (32:00) - Larkin & Copp + Gut Ch

This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the catastrophic Panthers collapse & Andrew Copp injury that sent shockwaves through Hockeytown. Detroit Red Wings news and analysis covers the blown lead, roster chaos, and plummeting playoff odds after the season's most devastating loss. (00:00) - Red Wings Catastrophe Intro The ultimate prank by the hockey gods as Detroit's season takes its darkest turn yet. Raw emotion and disbelief after Carter Verhaeghe's goal with 14 seconds left caps off a worst-case night for Todd McLellan's squad. (06:20) - Panthers Loss Breakdown & Andrew Copp Injury Devastation Up by one with 91 seconds left, everything unravels in Florida. Marco Kasper and Emmett Finnie show promise, but the Red Wings find new ways to break hearts. Despite looking decent without Dylan Larkin (and later in the game, Andrew Copp as well), Detroit's late breakdowns cost them dearly. Timing couldn't be worse as Copp goes down, leaving massive holes in Detroit's lineup. What can Lucas Raymond, Alex De

The Hockey Gods are cruel. This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers Dylan Larkin's scary knee injury immediately after the trade deadline, & Hockeytown news & analysis breaks down the playoff race implications and what comes next for Todd McLellan's squad, as well as Detroit vs. Florida game recaps (among others). (00:00) - Intro & Spring Forward Recording on short notice after Larkin's injury changes everything for Detroit's playoff push. (04:20) - Dylan Larkin Injury Breakdown Larkin's knee buckles on a non-contact play just hours after trade deadline moves - updates on his timeline to return. (14:00) - Playoff Race Reality Check How does losing the captain affect Detroit's postseason chances with Steve Yzerman's Justin Faulk acquisition looking different now? (22:10) - MBN Call-Up Discussion Michael Brandsegg-Nygard called up from the Grand Rapids Grifinsas Red Wings deal with roster uncertainty moving forward. Can MBN complement Lucas Raymond, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, and the rest of the Win

This trade deadline emergency episode Detroit Red Wings podcast delivers immediate reaction to Steve Yzerman's trade deadline moves, including the Justin Faulk blockbuster, breaking down all three deals as the playoff push intensifies. (00:00) - Trade Deadline Emergency Episode Breaking down Yzerman's three moves: Faulk acquisition, David Perron's return, and Elmer Soderblom's departure. (5:10) - Justin Faulk Trade Analysis   Faulk brings steady right-shot defense behind Moritz Seider, but the price tag includes an unprotected 1st round pick and Dimitri Buchelnikov. (23:50) - David Perron Comeback Perron returns on an expiring deal for a conditional pick that escalates if Detroit reaches the second round. (35:05) - Elmer Soderblom to Pittsburgh Soderblom heads to the Penguins for San Jose's 2026 third-round pick in a space-making move. (42:10) - Deadline Winners and Losers How Detroit's moves stack up across the league and what it means for Todd McLellan's playoff chances, as well as what this mean's for Axel

It's that time of year. This NHL Trade Deadline edition Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down Steve Yzerman's strategy & targets, including analysis covers the team's biggest needs and potential targets like Robert Thomas, Jordan Kyrou, and defensemen like Justin Faulk or Dougie Hamilton. (00:00) - Trade Deadline Preview Intro Special early recording to cover Friday's 3 p.m. NHL trade deadline and what's coming next for the show. (03:20) - Red Wings Biggest Priorities Goals remain the top need - this team ranks 27th in 5-on-5 expected goals and desperately needs a top-line winger and second-line center. (12:20) - Tyler Myers Trade Rumor & News on Trocheck, Petterson & More Examining the Canucks defenseman as a potential right-shot option to help shelter Axel Sandin-Pellikka. Also, what we're hearing on players like Vincent Trocheck and Elias Petterson. (34:15) - Robert Thomas Trade Possibility Breaking down the Blues center who fits exactly what Detroit needs - a playmaking center with term remain

This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers the latest NHL trade rumors as names like Myers and Thomas are linked to Steve Yzerman's squad. Hockeytown news and analysis breaks down all targets, Red Wings game recaps vs. Ottawa & Carolina, & Edvinsson bullying Tkachuk & Co. (00:00) - Intro & Trade Season Talk The Red Wings are officially at the center of trade speculation - Tyler Myers leads the conversation but other names are surfacing too. (03:55) - Red Wings vs Senators Recap John Gibson shoulder the team, Dylan Larkin ties it up after Brady Tkachuk's opener, and Simon Edvinsson continues his blood feud with Tkachuk (and Cozens) in a wild overtime win for McLellan's squad. (20:35) - Carolina Hurricanes Loss & MBN Thriving The Red Wings get dominated by Carolina in a forgettable performance in which Cam Talbot wasn't the only one struggling - exactly what everyone predicted would happen. Edvinsson scored from DeBrincat & Larkin and Patrick Kane broke his drought (assisted by Moritz Seider'

Focus is back on Hockeytown! This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers the playoff push ahead as team prepares for their showdown with Ottawa. News and analysis features an exclusive interview with NHL player-turned-broadcaster Frankie Corrado on the Atlantic division, with trade deadline chatter following. (00:00) - Welcome Back to Hockeytown The hosts reset after Olympic break drama and gear up for the Red Wings' return to action against the Senators. (05:12) - Frankie Corrado Interview Exclusive conversation with the former NHL player and current broadcaster covering his playing career, stories about Mike Babcock, transition to media, and thoughts on Detroit's playoff chances. (36:45) - Red Wings Playoff Push Analysis Breaking down where Todd McLellan's squad stands in the tight Atlantic Division race and what to expect from the final stretch from Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, & Simon Edvinsson. (48:50) - Prospects and Development Update Latest on the Hockeytown pipeline and looks on players

DYLAN LARKIN: GOLD MEDALIST! This Detroit Red Wings podcast has an Olympic flair, covering USA's historic win over McDavid & Canada. Detroit Red Wings news and analysis breaks down Larkin's tournament dominance and what it means for his Hockeytown playoff push ahead. (00:00) - Intro & Tournament Overview Team USA captures gold in dramatic fashion, with Dylan Larkin playing a starring role throughout the tournament and Connor Hellebuyck stealing the show for the Americans.  (04:40) - USA Beats Canada Analysis Breaking down America's bend-don't-break defensive strategy that frustrated Canada's cross-ice passing game and led to overtime victory thanks to a broken-toothed Jack Hughes. (23:01) - Dylan Larkin's Tournament Impact Larkin's face-off dominance, crucial penalty kills, and leadership moments that made him integral to Team USA's gold medal run. (33:50) - Team Selection Mistakes Looking at roster decisions that hurt Team Canada and how superior American depth made the difference in key moments. Sho

This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the Olympic tournament through the quarterfinals & predictions ahead. Hockeytown news and analysis covers Dylan Larkin's massive goal for USA, Lucas Raymond's tournament performance, the semifinal matchups ahead, and Simon Edvinsson's return. (00:00) - Intro & WWP Anniversary Celebrating 11 years of the show and upcoming Winged Wheel podcast night at LCA on March 21st against Boston. (04:35) - Olympic Updates and Quarterfinal Recaps Team USA beats Sweden 2-1 in overtime as Dylan Larkin scores his first Olympic goal before Quinn Hughes delivers the winner, while Lucas Raymond was Sweden's best forward all tournament. (11:10) - Other Quarterfinal Results Finland comes back against Switzerland, Slovakia upends Moritz Seider, Leon Draisaitl, and team Germany, and McDavid and Marner help Canada advances past Czechia in a wild finish. (30:00) - Red Wings Olympic Update Only Larkin remains as Raymond and Sweden exit - breaking down their tournament performances (as

This special edition Detroit Red Wings podcast brings the whole crew together for a roundtable discussion! Hockeytown news and analysis covers the team's season to date, current playoff position, and what's needed from Yzerman and the players to make the playoffs. (00:00) - Full Roundtable Intro Ryan, Brad, Evan, Max Bultman, and Prashanth Iyer break down this special State of the Union episode. (03:45) - Season Analysis Deep Dive How the Red Wings avoided the streaky patterns of previous years - no consecutive games without a point since November creates playoff stability. (11:20) - Warning Signs Discussion Dylan Larkin's recent struggles and identifying areas where the team hasn't fired on all cylinders yet this season. Also, how key players like Lucas Raymond and Patrick Kane factor in on offense, and the effect of Simon Edvinsson's injury and Axel Sandin-Pellikka's learning on defense. (19:40) - Steve Yzerman Trade Strategy Breaking down the GM's approach to the trade deadline with the team in playoff pos

This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the playoff math with 24 games remaining in the season. Hockeytown analysis covers team MVP candidates and a wild start to Olympic hockey updates during the NHL break. (00:00) - Intro & Olympic Talk Sweden advances past Italy in a nail-biter as Olympic hockey delivers early drama. (03:40) - Red Wings Playoff Chances Detroit sits at 72 points through 58 games - is that enough for Todd McLellan's squad amidst the Atlantic Division chaos? Or is even a minor Steve Yzerman trade necessary? (18:15) - Team MVP Discussion   Moritz Seider's runaway season as the best player in the Winged Wheel, as well as appreciation for John Gibson, Alex DeBrincat's work alongside Patrick Kane, and Lucas Raymond. (26:35) - Broadcasting Changes Updates on the Detroit Red Wings (and Tigers) broadcast, Ken Daniels and Mickey Redmond not going anywhere, and what it means for fans,  (29:55) - Olympics Recap Italy's stunning run nearly spoils Swedens start, and Slafkovsky helps Slovakia stun

It's Olympic break time, but the Winged Wheel Podcast rolls on! This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down Steve Yzerman's trade deadline priorities, as Hockeytown (& beyond) news and analysis covers defenseman targets, forward options, and Olympic tournament predictions. (00:00) - Intro (04:35) - Trade Deadline Priorities   Yzerman enters planning mode as the trade freeze lifts - what's the biggest priority for Detroit? Top-six scoring threat versus defensive depth - which move makes the bigger impact for the playoff push. (12:50) - Defenseman Targets Breaking down right-shot options available like Rasmus Ristolainen or a longer-term in Mackenzie Weegar, plus what it might cost to upgrade the blue line behind Seider and Edvinsson. (20:50) - Forward Options & Prospect Trading Philosophy Robert Thomas, Vincent Trocheck, and other high-end forwards who could transform the Red Wings offense - are they realistic targets to help DeBrincat & Kane keep the offense afloat? Should Danielson or Brandsegg-Ny

The Olympic break is here, and this Detroit Red Wings podcast recaps the revenge shutout win over Colorado and last night's Utah loss. Detroit Red Wings news and analysis covers Hockeytown's anemic offense and debates the Robert Thomas trade cost as things heat up. (00:00) - Intro & Outdoor Game Madness Goalie fights and John Cooper's Scarface entrance steal the show at outdoor games. (05:15) - Red Wings vs. Colorado Game Recap Bouncing back from the Avalanche loss with a statement road win, Moritz Seider and John Gibson completely shut down MackKinnon & Co. in Colorado. Lucas Raymond links up with Marco Kasper to seal the game early in a gutsy performance without Simon Edvinsson. (15:20) - Utah Mammoth Game Recap Red Wings fall flat against Utah as offensive struggles continue despite strong goaltending, as the likes of Copp & Kane have cooled off and Larkin & Co. haven't rebounded for McLellan's squad. (29:20) - Detroit's Anemic Offense What's needed to ignite Larkin, DeBrincat, and the rest

This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down two disappointing losses that reveal concerning trends for Todd McLellan's squad. Detroit Red Wings news and analysis covers Patrick Kane's historic milestone overshadowed by DeBrincat's wild performance against Washington and a complete breakdown vs. Colorado. (00:00) - Intro & Episode Overview (03:55) - Red Wings vs Capitals Game Recap Patrick Kane breaks the American-born points record twice, and Alex DeBrincat gets an assist from the cameraman in a wild finish to regulation, and an injured Charlie Lindgren beats Larkin in the shootout at the LCA. (17:30) - Colorado Avalanche Beatdown The Avalanche dismantle Detroit in a forgettable performance that highlighted the Red Wings' inability to match top-tier competition. (25:52) - Team Struggles Deep Dive Dylan Larkin's 5v5 woes, why these losses feel different from earlier season struggles, and what Larkin, Lucas Raymond, and Moritz Seider have to do until Simon Edvinsson returns. (35:15) - Steve Yzerman Trade Rum

Benny & the Wings! This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down Ben Chiarot's new three-year, $3.85 million AAV extension & whether it was a good signing by Yzerman. Our Detroit Red Wings news and analysis covers the contract details, Simon Edvinsson's injury update, and the playoff race heating up in the Atlantic Division. (00:00) - Intro & Red Wings Gift Surprise Special delivery from the Detroit Red Wings organization sets up an exciting episode finale. (04:15) - Ben Chiarot Extension Breakdown We debate the merits & drawbacks of the new contract as Chiarot takes a pay cut to stay in Hockeytown for 3 more years, avoiding 35-plus contract complications with straight salary structure. We discuss how Chiarot provides veteran leadership & snarl as Detroit builds depth behind Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson on the blue line. (23:30) - Simon Edvinsson Injury Update Latest news on Edvinsson's status and what it means for Todd McLellan's defensive pairings. (27:50) - Kings Game Recap & Anal

Snowed in with Max Bultman, this (remote) Detroit Red Wings podcast covers game recaps for the Wild OT loss & Jets victory, with some huge depth contributions. Detroit Red Wings news and analysis examines Marco Kasper and Albert Johansson's resurgences, and Max Bultman's upcoming trade targets for Steve Yzerman. (00:00) - Intro & Hockeytown Playoff Prediction (4:50) Minnesota Game Recap Detroit earns a crucial point against Bill Guerin's Wild despite Simon Edvinsson's injury. Lucas Raymond is red hot and van Riesmdyk and Finnie add to the offense as Larkin and the Red Wings battle through back-to-back road games and blow multiple leads but escape with overtime point against Hughes' Wild. (14:50) - Winnipeg Game Recap  Red Wings bounce back with a solid victory over the Jets, including John Gibson's stellar play in net while Todd McLellan's lineup adjustments pay off on the road. Marco Kasper is rewarded, and Patrick Kane pulls to within 1 point of Mike Modano's record. (25:45) - Kasper and Johansson U