Winged Wheel Podcast

Hockey news is heating up as we approach the NHL Draft Lottery & Stanley Cup Chaos continues! Tune in as we start with the most recent Detroit Red Wings news: Simon Edvinsson's shoulder surgery that could keep him out in Hockeytown for 4-6 months. We discuss what this means for his strength & development, his roster prospects coming into Traverse City & the 2023/2024 season, how it affects the likes of Albert Johansson, William Wallinder, Ben Chiarot, Olli Maatta, Mo Seider, & lots more (3:40). Also - with the Boston Bruins eliminated in historic fashion: what's next for Tyler Bertuzzi? We discuss whether Steve Yzerman would look to sign the UFA in Detroit once again, why they were so far apart in contract talks before, & the chances of a Larkin/Bertuzzi reunion (12:10). Next, we catch up with Ken Daniels, Lead Announcer for the Detroit Red Wings with Bally Sports Detroit - he gives his thoughts on Derek Lalonde's Red Wings this past season, what's next for Yzerman in free agency (talking

It's time - our first 2023 NHL Mock Draft of the season! Tune in as we start by discussing Steve Yzerman's two 1st round draft picks for the Detroit Red Wings, including whether the Islanders' pick will be 17th or 18th overall. Next, our mock draft for the first 18 picks of the 2023 NHL Draft, including discussion & debate on all Red Wings picks, analysis on Bedard, Fantilli, Michkov, Carlsson, Will Smith, Oliver Moore, Dvorsky, Sandil-Pellika, Reinbacher, whether Yzerman will trade his picks, & lots more (4:00)! Next, we discuss the implosion of the Winnipeg Jets, Rick Bowness facing off against Ehlers, Wheeler, Connor, & his stars, & whether Detroit can capitalize by trading for the likes of Kyle Connor, Nikolaj Ehlers, Connor Hellebuyck, or others (47:35). Finally, the rest of our Stanley Cup Playoffs overview, including the Toronto Maple Leafs finally winning a single series (congratulations to Steve Dangle) (1:01:00) & more before we take your questions during Overtime (also including

The final major part of our Detroit Red Wings 2022/2023 Season in Review series! Tune in as we discuss the forwards, goalies, coaching, & what Steve Yzerman & Derek Lalonde have ahead. We start with the forwards, analyzing & recapping the seasons, contracts, and futures of Hockeytown's offensive core: Dylan Larkin (5:10), Lucas Raymond (14:55), David Perron (24:00), Andrew Copp (29:20), Michael Rasmussen (36:45), Dominik Kubalik (42:50), Jonatan Berggren (46:15), Pius Suter (50:30), Joe Veleno (54:05),  Elmer Soderblom (57:15), Robby Fabbri, Filip Zadina, Kasper, Erne, Vrana, Chiasson, etc. (59:40) before discussing Detroit's need to add elite talent and scoring before next season (1:02:30). Next up, Ville Husso, Alex Nedeljkovic, Magnus Hellberg, & Detroit's backup goalie future (1:06:00). Finally, an assessment of Newsy's first year as head coach (alongside Boughner, Varady, Tanguay & Co.) (1:14:15). To wrap up, Derek Lalonde's insights on the Sportnet panel that Jon Cooper didn't lo

We interrupt the regularly scheduled Detroit Red Wings Season in Review series to bring you this excellent 2023 NHL Draft Primer, featuring expert analysis from Tony Ferrari of The Hockey News! Tune in as Tony joins the Winged Wheel Podcast to talk all things 2023 NHL Draft: Connor Bedard, Adam Fantilli, Matvei Michkov, Leo Carlsson, & other top picks available to potential Draft Lottery winners (5:10). We also discuss possibilities for the Red Wings around 9th overall, as well as players like Simashev, Will Smith, Barlowe, Andrew Cristall, Reinbacher, Benson, Dvorsky, Oliver Moore, & other key names. Additionally, potential picks with Steve Yzerman's second 1st rounder (courtesy of the Islanders), 2nd round targets, late risers, value players who will fall, fool's gold, and so much more (24:25). Next, we simulate a quick NHL Draft Loterry (54:30) before discussing the mayhem of the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs: Toronto & Tampa Bay's bloody battles, Kings surprising McDavid & the Oilers, the Isla

The Detroit Red Wings Season in Review series continues as we take an extended look back at Hockeytown's most recent year under Steve Yzerman & Derek Lalonde.. We open with a discussion with friend of the podcast Max Bultman (of The Athletic Detroit) as we take a look back at Detroit's season, dissect Steve Yzerman's impressions of Lucas Raymond, Joe Veleno, Dylan Larkin, & the rest of the Red Wings roster, & map out what his next steps are this offseason (6:45). Next, the second part of our Detroit Red Wings Season in Review series, where we discuss the defense: overall thoughts on the defensive systems under Derek Lalonde & Bob Boughner (38:50); Moritz Seider's development this season (45:00); Jake Walman's emergence (53:25), Ben Chiarot's tough year (1:01:20), Olli Maatta's stabilizing performance, especially next to Filip Hronek (1:14:48), Simon Edvinsson's NHL debut (1:20:45); & thoughts on Hagg, Lindstrom, Oesterle, & more (1:30:20). Also, some quick notes on which Red Wings are

The 2022/2023 Detroit Red Wings season has come to a close, and it's time to take a look back in the first part of our annual Red Wings Season in Review series. We open by discussing Detroit's final standings in the Connor Bedard NHL Draft Lottery standings, their odds at landing Bedard, Fantilli (or Michkov or Carlsson) (5:45). Next, the first part of our Detroit Red Wings Season in Review series, where we discuss: overall thoughts on the season in Hockeytown & whether it's right to be a bit disappointed (as Steve Yzerman may be) (11:25); high points & low points (20:00); MVP candidates like Dylan Larkin, Ville Husso, Jake Walman, & Moritz Seider (29:10); most improved players like Michael Rasmussen & Jonatan Berggren (34:25); discussions on how Alex Nedeljkovic, Andrew Copp, Ben Chiarot's seasons have gone (41:00); and more general thoughts on Derek Lalonde, Lucas Raymond, Simon Edvinsson, Marco Kasper, & lots more. Next, a quick update on Amadeus Lombardi & his Grand Rapids Griffins

We are pleased to be joined by University of Denver champion, Grand Rapids Griffins forward, and Detroit Red Wings prospect Carter Mazur! First, we recap Detroit's recent games and where it has left them in the Connor Bedard Draft Lottery standings, with the Islanders, Canucks, Blues, and Capitals all factoring into the Red Wings' draft pick luck. Also, a heated discussion on the wear & tear of tanking & what Steve Yzerman has to do this offseason (3:30). Next, we discuss the decision to send Simon Edvinsson down after 9 games, sliding his ELC to next season: was it the right decision, how he compares to past rookies like Seider & Raymond's paths, & more (20:35). Next, our interview with Carter Mazur, where we discuss his path to the AHL, how Little Caesars, USHL, & NCAA hockey shaped his game, how his connection to Kris Draper led him to Hockeytown, his ability to score & grind, whether he wants to be compared to Darren Helm or Tyler Bertuzzi, & so much more! (30:55) Amadeus Lomba

What a day - another successful Winged Wheel Podcast Day at the LCA (in Partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) in the books! We mustered the energy to still bring you a weekend episode, albeit remote and a bit shorter than usual (we'll be back to regular programming midweek). Tune in as we discuss Detroit's two games, including a dramatic 7-6 shootout loss to Buffalo that had Larkin and Walman in the middle of a pseudo-line brawl vs. Skinner & Mittelstadt, Perron's tying goal, Berggren, Chiasson, Seider, Edvinsson, & others producing, & lots more. Also, the Red Wings disappointing loss to Crosby, Malkin, & the Penguins, where a Suter goal from Copp & Raymond was the only high point (6:20). Next, a look at where Detroit is in the Connor Bedard Draft Lottery standings, the playoff picture across the NHL, & projections as the season wraps up (17:30). We also discuss Carter Mazur's strong debut with the Grand Rapids Griffins in the AHL & Amadeus Lombardi helping Flint in the playoffs

Marco Kasper made his Detroit Red Wings debut (which turned out to be his only game), and we got a glimpse of Hockeytown's future as he was joined by Simon Edvinsson, Lucas Raymond, & Moritz Seider in roughing up the Maple Leafs. Tune in as we recap Detroit's two wins in Canada, starting with an assessment of Marco Kasper's Winged Wheel debut against the Leafs & what can be gleaned from his first career game. Also, Dylan Larkin's hat trick, Simon Edvinsson's strong play, Walman & Bunting going at it, Maatta's offense, & more (5:50)! Next, Detroit's dominant 5-0 win over the Montreal Canadiens, including Perron's 3 points, Ville Husso's shutout as he returned in favor of Alex Nedeljkovic, an update on the Bedard Draft Lottery, & lots more (23:05). More in the world of the Red Wings: Marco Kasper shut down for the season after just one game, Sebastian Cossa named ECHL Goalie of the Month with the Toledo Walleye, and thoughts on Alexandre Doucet's goal scoring in the QMJHL (28:25). Next, our

Not even 9 months after being drafted, Marco Kasper debuts in the Winged Wheel as a member of the Detroit Red Wings. Tune into this episode as we open by recapping Detroit's games against Carolina & Winnipeg, including solid play from Simon Edvinsson, a Jake Walman dagger of a buzzer beater to beat Carolina, & more (6:00), before getting to the news of the week: Marco Kasper has been recalled to Detroit from Rogle to make his NHL debut against the Leafs. We analyze what this means for Kasper's future in Hockeytown, how it affects Detroit's outlook, what style of game Marco Kasper can bring to Lalonde's Red Wings, & more (12:00). Next, we catch up with Daniella Bruce of the Detroit Red Wings & Detroit Tigers to discuss the Red Wings' season, trade deadline impacts, how Steve Yzerman's moves have affected the team & what's to come for the lineup, how the likes of Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, Simon Edvinsson, etc. have been faring, & what's in store for Kasper, Wallinder, M

Derek Lalonde: Man of the People, asking what we're all thinking. Tune in as we start by discussing Detroit's wild 7-4 win over Pittsburgh, including Newsy's "WTF is goalie interference?!" outburst, the call, and being tossed from the game, David Perron's hat trick on DeSmith, Berggren, Seider, Larkin, Walman, & others having good games, Alex Nedeljkovic getting the win, as well as the Red Wings & their current position in the 2023 NHL Draft Lottery (read: Bedard, Fantilli, & Michkov) standings (4:30). Also, some injury updates on the likes of Robby Fabbri, Ben Chiarot, Filip Zadina, Ville Husso, Simon Edvinsson, & others (17:50). Next: the future is coming. We discuss the ELC contract signings of William Wallinder out of Rogle & whether he can factor into Detroit's defense next season, as well as Carter Mazur out of Denver & if he can be Detroit's next Darren Helm or Tyler Bertuzzi (as well as both players' amateur tryouts with the Grand Rapids Griffins in the AHL). Also, Marco Kasper

26 years ago today, Darren McCarty got revenge for all of Hockeytown against Claude Lemieux... Before we reminisce, we start by discussing the Detroit Red Wings and their two losses, including Simon Edvinsson's 1st career goal & Alex Nedeljkovic returning to the crease (3:50). We also take a look at where Yzerman's squad could finish in the NHL Draft Lottery standings for Connor Bedard & Adam Fantilli/Matvei Michkov, & whether they can finish as low as 6th or 7th last in the league (9:30). Next, updates on Detroit's prospects: Amadeus Lombardi's record-setting season with the Flint Firebirds in the OHL, & as the NCAA tournament (& the Michigan Wolverines) rolls on, we discuss whether Carter Gylander, Carter Mazur, or Shai Buium will go pro or return to college, Marco Kasper & William Wallinder's roads to North America now that Rogle is out in the SHL, & and update on Robert Mastrosimone's rights (17:20). Next, the potential 2nd overall pick in the 2023 NHL Draft: Adam Fantilli. We

Lots of news in the NHL this week, and not a lot of it is good...buckle up! Tune in as we begin by discussing the Detroit Red Wings & their loss to Florida, including Simon Edvinsson towering over Matthew Tkachuk (& Yzerman's vision to build a giant blue line with Seider, Edvinsson, Wallinder, & others), Pius Suter staying hot, & Dylan Larkin's sneaky goal (3:45). Next, their shootout win over St. Louis, including Filip Zadina breaking through, Alex Chiasson with another net-front PPG, Lucas Raymond's shootout winner - as well as the "Connor Bedard" NHL Draft Lottery standings & why the "tank" matters more for position with Fantilli, Michkov, Carlsson, & others in the mix (10:40). Next, we take a look at another NHL Draft Prospect Profile that may be relevant to Hockeytown: Brayden Yager out of the WHL. Can the elite shooting forward be a fit for Lalonde's Red Wings? Does Yzerman project him to be a center (21:10)? With the Adidas NHL jersey deal set to expire in 2024, Fanatics has ste

Simon Edvinsson has finally made his NHL debut, joining the like of Moritz Seider & Lucas Raymond as top drafted Detroit Red Wings prospects to don the Winged Wheel! Tune in as we discuss Edvinsson's performance, including strong plays against Makar & MacKinnon, whether he'll stay up for the rest of the season, & his development path (5:25). Also, Detroit's loss in Hockeytown to the Avalanche, their standings in the Connor Bedard lottery, & what the "tank" scenario looks like (16:35). Next, we analyze Yzerman's most recent signing: Antti Tuomisto signed a 2 year ELC. We break down why he's just signing now, how he's performed in Finland, & what his path through Grand Rapids is coming up (21:15). Also, we recognize standout performances by Sebastian Cossa with the Toledo Walleye in the ECHL, as well as Carter Gylander with Colgate in the NCAA (as he was named the ECAC Most Outstanding Player of the tournament, propelling them to the championship) (26:55)! Not the actor, the centerman: today

With the dust settled after the NHL Trade Deadline and into the final stages of the season, it's time to take stock fo the Detroit Red Wings, Steve Yzerman's moves so far, and the future of the Yzerplan. First, a quick recap of the snoozefest in Smashville, as the Red Wings fell to the Nashville Predators and Alex Chiasson's net-front power play goal streak continued, as well as a quick look at Detroit's standing in the race for Connor Bedard (4:05). Also, quick updates on Marco Kasper's accolades and William Wallinder's potential handedness in Rogle compared to Hockeytown (9:50). We're excited to have the whole crew for another Red Wings Roundtable, as Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit & Prashanth Iyer join the show to assess Yzerman's moves to trade Bertuzzi, Hronek, Vrana, & Sundqvist, discuss whether the free agency acquisitions of Copp, Maatta, Chiarot, Husso, & others were a mistake in retrospect, & what Lalonde's club has in store for next season. Also, what will Yzerman do to fill in

Lots to cover after the Detroit Red Wings had an interesting home-and-home series against Tyler Bertuzzi & the Boston Bruins! Tune in as we discuss Detroit's performance over the two games, including Alex Chiasson's successful stint with the Red Wings (especially at the net-front on the power play, taking Sundqvist's role), Copp, Larkin, & Raymond producing, a physical series against Marchand & Co., Moritz Seider's beautiful breakway backhander for the shorthanded goal, & plenty more (3:55)! Also, updates on Robby Fabbri (19:20), as well as promising news about Carter Mazur & Marco Kasper - could they make the Red Wings next season, or will the Grand Rapids Griffins get a big boost (not to mention Edvinsson, Johansson, Wallinder, & others) (21:40)? Next, with Filip Hronek traded & not much in the pipeline, what will Steve Yzerman do to fill the hole at right defense? Will Lalonde keep Chiarot on the right side, or will Yzerman pursue a Karlsson, Gudas, Dumba, or Maatta 2.0-type (27

As the post-NHL Trade Deadline period settles in, it's time to take stock of the Detroit Red Wings & further analyze the moves Steve Yzerman made in Hockeytown. We open by discussing Detroit's two losses to the Islanders & Flyers, with not much more than a Moritz Seider and Dylan Larkin connection to speak of (4:10). Next, Yzerman's notes on tanking, trading Hronek, & more, as well as a quick look at where the Red Wings stand in the Connor Bedard draft lottery (9:25) before recognizing Sebastian Cossa's stellar play with the Toledo Walleye (12:00). Next, we're joined by Shayna Goldman of The Athletic & Too Many Men to discuss the NHL Trade Deadline: grading the Hronek & Bertuzzi trades, giving Yzerman's trade deadline & the "Yzerplan" grades to date, as well as looks at deals & teams across the NHL (Chychrun, Jeannot, Meier, etc.). Also, a discussion on Detroit's pick strategy, using analytics in concert with video, & lots more (15:35)! After quick note on Jakub Vrana (43:20),

Steve Yzerman's vision for the future of the Detroit Red Wings took some major steps this week, with the 2023 NHL Trade Deadline culminating in the trade of Tyler Bertuzzi, Jakub Vrana, and Oskar Sundqvist (after already trading Filip Hronek and signing Dylan Larkin & Jake Walman earlier in the week). The only thing that didn't happen was the James Van Riemsdyk trade - JVR, you'll be missed in Motown. Tune in as we open by discussing the Tyler Bertuzzi trade to the Boston Bruins in exchange for a top-10 protected 2024 1st round pick & a 2025 4th round pick. We analyze the quality of the return, whether Bertuzzi was ever close to signing in Hockeytown before becoming a UFA, Dylan Larkin's emotional press conference right after the trade, Bertuzzi's impact in the room & on the ice, & more (4:20). Next, the Jakub Vrana saga ended as Yzerman traded him to St. Louis for a 7th round pick and McLaughlin. We explain why the Red Wings chose to move on Vrana, the reasons the return was so small, and wis

In one of the most insane NHL Trade Deadline leadups in NHL history, the Detroit Red Wings were a big part of the festivities: Larkin signing, Hronek traded, Walman extended, Bertuzzi, Vrana & others back on the market - CHAOS Tune in as we start by discussing Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin finally signing his new contract, keeping him in Hockey for 8 years at $8.7 million per season. How will this contract age with trade clauses, buyout options, and salary structure? Was this fair value, did Larkin take a discount, or did Steve Yzerman overpay? What does this mean for Detroit's future down the middle & in the overall rebuild? Enjoy our full contract breakdown as the wait to extend the Red Wings captain finally ends (6:45). Next, some earlier news that Jake Walman also signed a contract extension in Detroit - what does his 3 year, $3.4 million per year deal mean for his future, Detroit's flexibility to trade in the future, Moritz Seider's top line partner, Edvinsson, Johansson, & others (1

Detroit Red Wings fans wanted playoff hockey, and Andrei Vasilevskiy made sure they got it alright. Tune in as we discuss the 2 games in Hockeytown: first, a commanding victory over the New York Rangers, ft. Andrew Copp's strongest game of the season, Filip Zadina's triumphant return to the lineup after a nice play by Dylan Larkin, Michael Rasmussen's fun night, & Ville Husso being the backbone of Detroit's success (5:35). Next, Detroit's solid play against the Lightning but Vasilevskiy's other-worldly performance in net, Detroit's shooting woes, Berggren being a bit shaky, & overall commentary on questionable calls over the past 2 games (18:20). Next, an update on Michael Rasmussen's injury, being out indefinitely, & how it affects Derek Lalonde's lineup decisions (especially Lucas Raymond, Filip Zadina, Jakub Vrana, Elmer Soderblom, etc.) (29:55). Also, an update on Jakub Vrana being "showcased" for a potential trade, & why Steve Yzerman would even consider doing so (31:50). We're joined by