Winged Wheel Podcast - A Detroit Red Wings Podcast

What a week of news for the Detroit Red Wings, who are all of a sudden on a 4 game winning streak. Tune in as we open by discussing their win over the Vancouver Canucks, including one of the best games of Dylan Larkin's career, another solid Husso win, strong showings from Rasmussen, Veleno, Berggren, Fabbri, Lindstrom, & more (5:23). Also, the win the Red Wings stole from Connor McDavid & the Edmonton Oilers, including Larkin, Seider, Fabbri, & Maatta taking advantage of a shaky Jack Campbell, Lalonde's squad's 3rd period collapse, Husso's clutch performance, Moritz Seider's 1v1 defensive play to stop McDavid, & more (13:20). Next, we take some time to recognize how good Dylan Larkin has been since the All-Star break, Moritz Seider's return to form, & Ville Husso's streak of great hockey (20:45). We also discuss Jakub Vrana being recalled to the Detroit Red Wings, how we were able to confirm the report, what it means for Vrana's future, how it affects Soderblom, Lucas Raymond, Jake Walman, & other, & more (26:40). Today's big news: Steve Yzerman extended Olli Maatta to a 2 year, $3 million per season contract. What does this mean for Walman & Chiarot, let alone Simon Edvinsson, Albert Johansson, William Wallinders, & other prospects (36:20)? Also, with Detroit's winning streak bringing them closer to a playoff spot, does Yzerman change his trade deadline strategy? Does Hockeytown have a chance of returning to the postseason (46:50)? Finally, some NHL news about Chychrun, Bally Sports bankrupty, & more (55:30) before we take your questions during Overtime (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. WWP Night at the LCA tickets: DetroitRedWings.com/WWP Meet Ken Daniels + DRW Game Auction: https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/96820/auctions/139499/auction_items/4352704

17 Feb 20231h 18min

8 years, over 600 episodes, and millions of downloads & views from you incredible listeners since the Winged Wheel Podcast started in 2015 - unbelievable. Tune in as we open by acknowledging the passage of time & recognizing your incredible support as we celebrate our 8th anniversary (0:20)! We start our Detroit Red Wings coverage by discussing their win over the Calgary Flames, including Filip Zadina's triumphant return & goal, Dylan Larkin breaking through & Ville Husso's solid game (8:00), as well as their win over the Vancouver Canucks, including more from Larkin, Jonatan Berggren's offensive prowess, 4 straight wins in the Reverse Retro jersey, Moritz Seider & Ben Chiarot standing out, "Jonny Burgers," & more (12:00). Also, notes on why Lucas Raymond & Jake Walman sat out (20:30) before discussing the update on Jakub Vrana, what Steve Yzerman and Derek Lalonde have/haven't communicated, & more (22:40). With the NHL Trade Deadline fast approaching, three teams have been noted to have interest in Tyler Bertuzzi - what could Yzerman get from Edmonton, Tampa Bay, or Dallas in exchange for the Hockeytown favorite? Is a contract still possible? How does Timo Meier factor into the equation? Could Hronek or others be traded (26:00)? Finally, we discuss NHL news & trades (including Tarasenko joining Panarin in New York & Chychrun being on the precipice of being traded) (42:00), a note about Little Caesars Arena & Red Wings fans having the best traditions (53:55) before we take your questions during Overtime (56:10) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more. WWP Night at the LCA tickets: DetroitRedWings.com/WWP Max's Vrana Article: https://theathletic.com/4185960/2023/02/12/jakub-vrana-red-wings-future/

13 Feb 20231h 14min

Good news: Detroit Red Wings hockey is back! The tougher news is that it was business as usual to start... Tune in as we open by discussing Detroit's 5-2 loss to Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers, including the endless scuffles,  "vintage" Larkin - Raymond - Tyler Bertuzzi plays, the good & bad of Bertuzzi & Chiarot, Suter, Seider, Veleno, & Sundqvist's great shift, defensive & special teams woes, & more (6:35). Also, an update on when Filip Zadina might factor into Lalonde's roster & if Kubalik will be the one to come out (23:10). With news on Jakub Vrana circulating more often, we give a brief update on what is definitely known so far about Vrana's potential future in Hockeytown (26:35). On a more positive note, Jake Walman has taken charge on the Red Wings' left flank on defense - does Steve Yzerman extend him as soon as possible? How long, and for how much money? Do Edvinsson and Johansson factor into the decision (31:35)? After a quick update on Larkin (there is no update), some NHL news including the NHLPA hiring Marty Walsh to take on Bettman & the owners in the next CBA, the Calgary/New York barn-burner, Luongo, & more (40:55) before we take your questions during Overtime (54:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more.  Red Wings Tickets + Ken Daniels Meet & Greet Auction: https://www.32auctions.com/organizations/96820/auctions/138930/auction_items/4332046 WWP Night at the LCA tickets: DetroitRedWings.com/WWP

9 Feb 20231h 15min

Dylan Larkin was Detroit's only representative at the 2023 NHL All-Star game, but he made sure to shine arguably more than anybody else! Tune in as we discuss the All-Star weekend, including what's wrong with the Skills Competition, how Larkin fared in the Fastest Skater, how Hardest Shot & other events should be the focus, & what we'd do to "fix" the weekend - plus a review on Larkin's 5 goal performance during the All-Star game (with Matthew Tkachuk edging him out for MVP) (5:25)! In Red Wings news, Steve Yzerman waived Adam Erne to make room for Jonatan Berggren and, more surprisingly to some, Filip Zadina, who just finished a conditioning stint with the Grand Rapids Griffins in the AHL. With Erne clearing, what's next for Lalonde's roster? Does Zadina finally break out? Was waiving Erne the "right" move (16:30)? Also, Jakub Vrana has been heating up in the AHL. With him possibly back to his scoring ways, is there a path back to the Red Wings roster for him (24:40)? In addition to a quick note about Soderblom and Edvinsson playing well, we also cover Bo Horvat's 8 year, $8.5 million per season contract with Lou Lamoriello & the Islanders, what that means for Dylan Larkin's contract, whether it's a comparable deal to what he might make in Hockeytown, Steve Yzerman's position, & more (32:05). Finally, what the NHL has to do to increase its reach & viewership compared to other major sports leagues (40:25) before we take your questions during Overtime (48:50) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more. WWP Night at the LCA tickets: DetroitRedWings.com/WWP

6 Feb 20231h 4min

The Bo Horvat saga ended before it could even truly start for Yzerman & the Detroit Red Wings! tune in as we open by discussing the Horvat for Raty, Beauvillier, & a 1st trade, whether Rutherford & Vancouver or the Lamoriello Islanders won, how this affects Hockeytown with respect to Dylan Larkin's contract, the Yzerplan at the Trade Deadline, & lots more (4:24). We're also joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit as he discusses his recent trip to watch Rogle in Sweden, including updates on William Wallinder & how he stacks up to Edvinsson & Seider, Marco Kasper and whether he can truly be a top-6 center for Detroit, the Red Wings season, Lalonde, Raymond, Seider, Bertuzzi, Larkin, & more (25:20). Finally, some updates on Jussi Olkinuora's contract & Tyler Bertuzzi's tradeability (1:00:30) before we take your questions during Overtime (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. WWP Night at the LCA tickets: DetroitRedWings.com/WWP Max's Articles: https://theathletic.com/author/max-bultman/

2 Feb 20231h 18min

The NHL All-Star break is here, so while Dylan Larkin represents Hockeytown it's time for us to take stock of the Detroit Red Wings season. Tune in as we start by recapping Detroit's fun OT win over Montréal, including Kay Seider & Glenn Walman highlighting the Dads & Mentors trip, Michael Rasmussen, Moritz Seider, Robby Fabbri, Ville Husso, & other coming up huge in the win, & more (5:00). Also, Detroit's snoozer of a loss to the Islanders & why ESPN even chose that game (11:45) before discussing rumors of the Vancouver Canucks being interested in Michael Rasmussen (potentially in a Bo Horvat trade), whether Rasmussen has hit his peak, how he fits the "Rutherford" type of player, & more (13:25). Also, a quick note on Bally Sports potentially being sold/changing, how it affects Detroit, the NHL, & the salary cap (19:15). With Yzerman's Detroit Red Wings squad over halfway into the season, it's time to evaluate the team. How's the Yzerplan going? Who's team MVP, most surprising player (Berggren? Walman?), most disappointing (Chiarot, Nedeljkovic?), how are Seider & Lucas Raymond doing, is Derek Lalonde making a different? All of that & more (22:25). Finally, our 2023 NHL Draft Prospect Profile series continues with Zach Benson of the Winnipeg Ice in the WHL - could he be a fit for the Red Wings? Where will he be drafted? (51:30) All of that & plenty more before we take your questions during Overtime (59:50) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more. WWP Night at the LCA tickets: DetroitRedWings.com/WWP 🌎 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here: nordvpn.com/wingedwheel It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money back guarantee! 👍

30 Jan 20231h 24min

It's pronounced: Söderblom. The Winged Wheel Podcast is thrilled to be joined by Detroit Red Wings & Grand Rapids Griffins forward, Elmer Soderblom! Tune in as we start the show by discussing Detroit's overtime win over Erik Karlsson & the San Jose Sharks, including Dylan Larkin's 400th point, Rasmussen's strong game, Andrew Copp's game-winning goal, & more (4:10). We're joined by Elmer Soderblom to discuss his surprising training camp & making the Red Wings roster, his 1st career goal at the LCA home opener, what life in Hockeytown is like compared to Frolunda in the SHL, how players like Lucas Raymond have eased his transition from Sweden, driving in Michigan, what Derek Lalonde wants him to work on in the AHL, playing against his brother, & more (12:50)! With the NHL Trade Deadline getting ever closer, the rumors of Steve Yzerman pursuing Bo Horvat from the Vancouver Canucks are growing stronger. Tune in as we discuss the validity behind those rumors, how a Horvat trade & signing could affect Dylan Larkin's contract, whether Hronek, Zadina, or Tyler Bertuzzi would be involved (as opposed to Kasper or Edvinsson), whether Yzerman could wait until free agency, if the rebuild is in danger, & LOTS MORE (31:50). All of that & plenty more before taking your questions & comments in Overtime (1:02:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more. WWP Night at the LCA tickets: DetroitRedWings.com/WWP 🌎 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here: nordvpn.com/wingedwheel It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money back guarantee! 👍

26 Jan 20231h 17min

With the Detroit Red Wings fighting injuries and heading into the All-Star break soon, we decided that it's that time...2023 NHL Draft Prospect Profiles. Tune in as we begin the episode by recapping Detroit's game against Vegas, including a Husso blunder & excellent recovery, Larkin & Raymond continuing to thrive, & Joe Veleno's underrated abilities (5:30). Next, Lalonde's squads dull loss to Carter Hart & the Flyers, including Hockeytown's scoring woes, Seider & Raymond's opportunities, & the "Filip Zadina-ness" to the game (10:35). Next: Tyler Bertuzzi is hurt once again. How does this affect his trade value and/or contract status? Does Steve Yzerman stay the course, try to sign him short-term, or ship him out for whatever he can salvage (16:10)? Also, an update on Jakub Vrana in Grand Rapids, how he feels on being with the Griffins in the AHL, & whether there's a path back to the NHL for him yet (27:45). What better way to start the Prospect Profile series than with Connor Bedard? Tune in as we discuss how he measures up to the likes of Auston Matthews & Connor McDavid, how he would change Detroit's rebuild the Red Wings' chances at getting him vs. other tanking teams, & what makes him so special (31:20). Finally, a look at the disaster-class in Vancouver as the Canucks finally put an end to the Bruce Boudreau saga. Could Jim Rutherford have done things differently in swapping Boudreau for Tocchet ? Could Bo Horvat, Elias Petterson, or Quinn Hughes be had in a trade (44:00)? All of that & lots more before Overtime questions (58:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more. WWP Night at the LCA tickets: DetroitRedWings.com/WWP 🌎 Get Exclusive NordVPN deal here: nordvpn.com/wingedwheel It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money back guarantee! 👍

23 Jan 20231h 19min