Tune in as we open by discussing Detroit's loss against the Washington Capitals, including a strong start from the likes of Perron & Berggren, Husso's solid showing in a loss, & the Red Wings selling out to protect Gordie Howe's goal total against Alexander Ovechkin (5:15). Next, Detroit's massive win over the Tampa Bay Lightning at the LCA, including a fantastic performance from an injured Dylan Larkin, Michael Rasmussen thriving on the wing, David Perron, Olli Maatta, Moritz Seider with strong games, Seider's hit on Hagel & scrum with Sergachev, & how important the win was heading into the break (13:15).
We check in with Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit to take measure of Steve Yzerman's squad, what might happen to Dylan Larkin & Tyler Bertuzzi at the trade deadline, whether Derek Lalonde can keep the team fighting for a playoff spot, the progression of Lucas Raymond & Moritz Seider, & lots more (31:05).
Also, Jakub Vrana is getting closer to returning & Detroit gets a break in scheduling with a postponed game against Ottawa (1:06:55), Givani Smith was traded to the Florida Panthers (1:10:50), Filip Hronek is gaining more recognition (1:13:20), & lots more - enjoy!
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