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 Islanders & their implications on Hockeytown's draft picks, Bertuzzi crushing it in Boston, & more (56:00). Also, Newsy takes to TV! Our analysis on Derek Lalonde's analysis on Sportsnet (1:06:10).

All of that & plenty more before we take your questions during Overtime (1:10:55) - enjoy!

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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 going/not going to the IIHF World Championships (1:34:30), Grand Rapids Griffins legend Brian Lashoff retiring, & more before we take your questions during Overtime (1:36:05) - enjoy!

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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 debut (58:40) before discussing Shawn Horcoff choosing to let go of Ben Simon & Co. as the AHL squad will get a new coaching (potentially from Sebastian Cossa's Toledo Walleye) (59:45).

Finally, some NHL news as Pittsburgh joins a few other teams in making sweeping coaching/management changes (1:02:50) before we make our 2023 NHL Playoffs 1st round predictions (1:06:05).

All of that & LOTS more before we take your questions during Overtime (1:18:15) - enjoy!

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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 Lombardi has wrapped up a phenomenal season with the Flint Firebirds, and has been reassigned to the Grand Rapids Griffins. We discuss whether Lombardi is the real deal, how the mid-round steal has lit the hockey world on fire, whether he may join Cossa in Toledo, & whether Mickey Redmond is right that he can make some noise in Traverse City next season (52:33).

Finally, some NHL notes including Husso's workload, Wideman's comments to Toronto for playing Jett Alexander, & lots more (1:03:25) before we take your questions during Overtime (1:13:15) - enjoy!

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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 (23:05) before covering news from across the NHL & world of hockey: Kitchener Rangers upsetting Shane Wright & the Windsor Spitfires, Qunnipiac defeating Michigan & Minnesota for the NCAA Frozen Four title, McDavid hitting 150 points, Pastrnak hitting 60 goals, Crosby reaching 1500 points, Boston beating an old Detroit wins record, & lots more (25:55).

Finally, we recap Winged Wheel Podcast Day at the LCA ft. Ken Daniels & make a special announcement (35:40) before we take your questions during Overtime (42:15) - enjoy!

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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 2023 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on Dimitriy Simashev, LD out of Yaroslavl in Russia. We discuss his game, whether it makes sense for Steve Yzerman to draft a "jack of all trades" left-handed defenseman with the second 1st round pick, Detroit's draft strategy, how the Eastern playoff race can affect the Islanders pick that belongs to Detroit, & more (35:05).

Finally, an analysis of recent developments between the Arizona Coyotes, Tempe, & Phoenix as the future of their arena development & franchise hangs in the balance (50:00), & plenty more before we take your questions during Overtime (56:55) - enjoy!

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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, Mazur, Johansson, & others (21:20).

Our 2023 NHL Draft Prospect Profile series continues with Ryan Leonard, the RW out of the USNTDP. Could the hard-working winger fit Steve Yzerman's preferred style of play (41:00)?

Finally, some NHL news as we take a look at the Draft Lottery & playoff picture, Connor McDavid's dominance, & so much more (50:55) before taking your questions during Overtime (59:25) - enjoy!

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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 is rumored to be joining them - how will this next wave of new stars change Hockeytown? Can they make the Detroit Red Wings out of camp next year (20:50)?

Finally, our next 2023 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Calum Ritchie out of Oshawa. Tune in as we discuss the big, right-handed shooting center & whether he fits the "Steve Yzerman" type, how his skills & tools project, & whether the Red Wings might take a late 1st round look at him (38:45).

Finally, some more Detroit Red Wings news & an update on Yzerman & Team Canada/international hockey (48:50) before taking your questions during Overtime (53:00) - enjoy!

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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 (17:55).

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 is rumored to be joining them - how will this next wave of new stars change Hockeytown? Can they make the Detroit Red Wings out of camp next year (20:50)?

Finally, our next 2023 NHL Draft Prospect Profile: Calum Ritchie out of Oshawa. Tune in as we discuss the big, right-handed shooting center & whether he fits the "Steve Yzerman" type, how his skills & tools project, & whether the Red Wings might take a late 1st round look at him (38:45).

Finally, some more Detroit Red Wings news & an update on Yzerman & Team Canada/international hockey (48:50) before taking your questions during Overtime (53:00) - enjoy!

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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 break down what makes the Michigan center so special & how he fits the "Steve Yzerman" mold - could he be the top-6 center next to Dylan Larkin that Hockeytown desperately needs (27:25)?

After that, a quick contract update (36:55), a look at the NHL playoff race (37:25), a discussion on the potential for a "play-in" series before the playoffs (43:25), and reminiscing about McCarty, Shanahan, Vernon, Roy, & more about the Detroit vs. Colorado rivalry & Fight Night at the Joe (54:05).

All of that & LOTS more before taking your questions during Overtime (1:01:45) - enjoy!

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