COMEBACK CHAOS & Early Season Analysis ft. Prashanth Iyer - Oct. 26th, 2025

What a win for the Detroit Red Wings and what a night for Winged Wheel Podcast Night at the LCA! Tune in as we begin by recapping WWP Night (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings), an incredible evening thanks to Ken Daniels, Chris Osgood, the incredible fans, some fantastic merch (some Mickey Redmond-inspired), & more (3:10). We then cover the big story: Detroit's gutsy win over Brad Marchand and the pesky Boston Bruins. Everything from Lucas Raymond's strong play, Jake Walman's goal and celebration dance, Dylan Larkin doing it himself, David Perron's first breakout game this season, Husso, controversial penalties, Boston's first regulation loss and the scrums at the end, & lots more (7:25). Next, a look back at Detroit's loss to Florida which only had an Alex DeBrincat shot attempt, a Moritz Seider open ice hit, and a James Reimer flub to speak of (24:15) before looking ahead at their schedule, the NHL standings, and a discussion on how Jake Walman has been Hockeytown's best defenseman (26:20). After that, Michael Rasmussen's potential contract extension being negotiated with Steve Yzerman, what it might look like, and risks on term and AAV (33:25) before jumping into NHL news, including the Marchand/Liljegren/Reaves situation with the Toronto Maple Leafs, San Jose Sharks being historically bad, & lots more (40:55) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (55:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more.' Beanie Claim Email: Payten.Mahoney@olyent.com

6 Nov 20231h 8min

WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a co-branded Red Wings x WWP beanie!: https://fevogm.com/event/Wingedwheelpodcast/offer The Detroit Red Wings are back on track after a gutsy win! Tune in as we discuss the game, including Lucas Raymond's OT winner from JT Compher, Moritz Seider's fantastic pass, Jake Walman breaking through, winning against Sorokin without Larkin or DeBrincat scoring, & a look ahead to Detroit's Atlantic Division games against Florida and Boston (4:55). Next, we're joined by Prashanth Iyer of Expected by Whom to take a look at Steve Yzerman and Derek Lalonde's squad by the numbers: Dylan Larkin's phenomenal start, Alex DeBrincat's impact, Lucas Raymond's game, Jake Walman's unappreciated play, Moritz Seider's season, whether the Red Wings should be playing Simon Edvinsson, are playoffs realistic, & lots more (20:45)! After that, the fiasco in Ottawa as the NHL penalized the Senators by stripping a future 1st round pick in relation to their role in the Dadonov trade mishap, Pierre Dorion being promptly fired thereafter, and Michael Andlauer's nuclear press conference (53:40). Also, Nicklas Backstrom stepping away from hockey after hip resurfacing surgery (& how that might affect Patrick Kane) (1:15:20) & lots more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:19:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more.

2 Nov 20231h 30min

WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 500 ticket buyers get a co-branded Red Wings x WWP beanie!: https://fevogm.com/event/Wingedwheelpodcast/offer We begin this episode by recognizing the tragic loss of Adam Johnson, former NHL player, in the horrific on-ice incident during an EIHL game (5:00). The Detroit Red Wings have entered somewhat of a slump after a hot start: we discuss their 2 most recent losses, starting with the Winnipeg Jets loss that saw a lone Lucas Raymond goal (assisted by Dylan Larkin and Moritz Seider), running into a hot Hellebuyck, a lack of scoring from DeBrincat or anyone else to rescue them this time around, & more (6:00). Next, their loss in Boston to the Bruins, including uninspired play from Derek Lalonde's squad, Joe Veleno's unreal goal, how Husso's performance stacks up, and what these losses mean for the Red Wings over the balance of the season (15:55). Next, some NHL news, as Shane Pinto of the Ottawa Senators sparked headlines after being suspended for 41 games due to sports betting related transgressions: we analyze whether Gary Bettman's levied punishment is fair & why this happened (as well as more Ottawa misfortunes) (36:20). Also, trouble with McDavid, Holland, and the Edmonton Oilers (46:25), Jack Hughes' dominance (52:35), & lots more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (54:15) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more.

30 Okt 20231h 6min

WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 400 ticket buyers get a co-branded Red Wings x WWP beanie!: https://fevogm.com/event/Wingedwheelpodcast/offer It's a yard sale in Hockeytown! Tune in as we open by discussing the Detroit Red Wings and their heartbreaking 5-4 overtime loss to the Seattle Kraken, including overall thoughts on Derek Lalonde's squad's play, Dylan Larkin leading the league in points after another 3 point night, Alex DeBrincat continuing to lead scoring, Shayne Gostisbehere performing at least as well as Moritz Seider and Jake Walman, the power play continuing to light it up, Joe Veleno's scoring streak, Raymond's post in OT, and of course: Jayden Schwartz's stick toss and the referees' non-call (5:40). Next, we debate our proposed rule changes to improve 3 v 3 overtime in the NHL before (mercifully) moving onto some Detroit Red Wings injury news & updates (Kostin, Petry, DeBrincat) (29:15). After that, we discuss Max Bultman's article on the Red Wings' mindset after a strong start, what Lalonde brought in from Tampa Bay and Jon Cooper, and what this means for Steve Yzerman's team & how they're approaching winning (37:00). Finally, some NHL news as teams have voted to move toward a decentralized NHL Draft & what that means for fans and the league (43:25), NHL Edge & advanced stats, and more before we take your questions and comments during Overtime (57:45) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more. Max's Article: https://theathletic.com/4987849/2023/10/22/red-wings-flames-alex-debrincat/

26 Okt 20231h 13min

WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 400 ticket buyers get a co-branded Red Wings x WWP beanie!: https://fevogm.com/event/Wingedwheelpodcast/offer The unbelievable start to the season continues as Alex DeBrincat, Dylan Larkin, & the rest of the Detroit Red Wings are on a 5 game win streak (in spectacular fashion)! Tune in as we start with a note of support for Detroit Red Wings radio announcer Ken Kal (5:05) before jumping into Detroit's key win over the Ottawa Senators: DeBrincat's return to Ottawa, Michael Rasmussen fighting Brady Tkachuk, Dylan Larkin dominating (especially on the power play), Shayne Gostisbehere and Joe Veleno stepping in offensively, Ville Husso's strong game, leading the Eastern Conference after, & more (6:00). Next, Detroit's electric win over Calgary at Little Caesars Arena, as Steve Yzerman & Derek Lalonde's squad put up a hat trick thanks to Alex "The Cat" DeBrincat, 3 points from Lucas Raymond & Justin Holl, more from Larkin & Seider, Jake Walman's 1st goal of the season, a Reimer win, & more (17:15)! We then discuss enjoying the Red Wings win streak, Hockeytown leading (even if temporarily) the Eastern Conference, their top power play, the win streak vs. the upcoming schedule, their shutdown line of Compher, Copp, & Rasmussen asking for Crosby's line, Joe Veleno's offensive burst, Robby Fabbri's injury & more (22:20). After that, an update on the Grand Rapids Griffins, as Sebastian Cossa has been impressive to start the year, William Wallinder & Marco Kasper notched their 1st AHL goals, and good news for Carter Mazur in on the horizon (46:30). Finally, some NHL news including Andersson's hit on Laine, Reaves in Toronto, NHL standings, & more (50:10) before we take your questions and comments 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.

23 Okt 20231h 12min

WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 400 ticket buyers get a co-branded Red Wings x WWP beanie!: https://fevogm.com/event/Wingedwheelpodcast/offer Detroit sports are fun and the Red Wings are no exception - led by Alex DeBrincat & Co.! Tune in as we start by discussing the incredible vibes as the Red Wings offense has been on fire (0:00) before recapping the Detroit Red Wings and their game against the Columbus Blue Jackets, including strong performances from Shayne Gostisbehere, Dylan Larkin, James Reimer, Klim Kostin, & others in their dominating win (6:20). Next, the win over Crosby, Karlsson, & the Pittsburgh Penguins, including more goals from Alex DeBrincat, Andrew Copp, offense from Petry & Chiarot, & more (11:45). Next, a review of just how real this streak is for Derek Lalonde's squad, including their current status as the #1 power play in the NHL (26:15), one of the top offenses in the entire league (29:55), Alex DeBrincat leading the NHL in points & 2nd in goals (34:15), & more. After that, Joe Veleno's performances with Sprong and Perron on his side, the development of Raymond and Seider, & other noted improvements (38:05). Finally, some NHL news, including more Patrick Kane rumors as he's linked to Steve Yzerman's Red Wings (44:35), Alexander Ovechkin's slow start (49:00), and a proposed NHL Draft format change (51:45) before we take your questions and comments during Overtime (1:03:35) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more.

20 Okt 20231h 16min

WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 400 ticket buyers get a co-branded Red Wings x WWP beanie!: https://fevogm.com/event/Wingedwheelpodcast/offer ALEX DeBRINCAT HAS ARRIVED IN HOCKEYTOWN. Tune in as we recap the Detroit Red Wings and their start to the 2023/2024 NHL season, starting with some fresh arena goal horn & goal song (we see you, Eminem) updates that make the LCA sound a bit more like Joe Louis Arena (6:15). Next, a recap of Steve Yzerman's squad's home opener win over Tampa Bay & loss against New Jersey, including Alex DeBrincat's goal scoring prowess, Lucas Raymond flipping guys and scoring goals, Dylan Larkin creating the top line connection, Daniel Sprong scoring without shooting, Jake Walman & Moritz Seider's dominance, Compher, Gostisbehere, & others contributing, & lots more (14:55). Additionally, a look into Detroit's defensive woes, whether Simon Edvinsson could swap in for Petry, Maatta, Chiarot, or Holl, Derek Lalonde carrying 12-6 vs. 11-7, & more (28:20). Next, an update from the AHL as the Grand Rapids Griffins get off to a great start thanks to the likes of Simon Edvinsson, Sebastian Cossa, Jonatan Berggren, & more future Red Wings (39:50). We're also joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit to discuss his season predictions for the Red Wings, his thoughts on the start to the year, Moritz Seider's contract comparables, & lots more (41:20). Next, we continue the Seider contract conversation (Dahlin, Power, Sanderson, & other comparables) (1:09:30) then jump into some NHL news (1:17:25) before we take your questions and comments during Overtime (1:23:00) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more. Max's Articles: https://theathletic.com/author/max-bultman/

16 Okt 20231h 33min

WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings) tickets - first 400 ticket buyers get a co-branded Red Wings x WWP beanie!: https://fevogm.com/event/Wingedwheelpodcast/offer DETROIT RED WINGS HOCKEY IS BACK! We're here with our comprehensive primer on the upcoming season in Hockeytown - be sure to listen & get ready for the season! Tune in as we start by discussing Steve Yzerman & Derek Lalonde's roster decisions as they finalized Detroit's 23 (or better yet, 22)-man roster, sending players down to the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins (including Jonatan Berggren, Simon Edvinsson, Nate Danielson to the WHL, Elmer Soderblom, Cross Hanas, & others). What does this mean for this year's roster with no rookies, the Yzerplan, & Detroit's future? (4:10). Next, a comprehensive look at the forward core, as we discuss every player (including Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Lucas Raymond, Michael Rasmussen, JT Compher, David Perron, Robby Fabbri, Andrew Copp, Daniel Sprong, Klim Kostin, Joe Veleno, & Christian Fischer), their expectations, projections on scoring, & an overall discussion on whether the Red Wings have the goal scoring talent needed within this group (17:20). After that, a look at the defensive corps, as we analyze & project for Moritz Seider, Jake Walman, Ben Chiarot, Jeff Petry, Shayne Gostisbehere, Olli Maatta, and Justin Holl - is this blue line enough? Who will lose their job to Simon Edvinsson (58:00)? Finally, the goalies, as we analyze whether Ville Husso can perform as he did last season & what's needed of Alex Lyon & James Reimer (1:08:35). Next up, our projections & predictions, including who we think will lead the Detroit Red Wings in goals & points, darkhorse candidates to impress, who has the most pressure on their shoulders/highest expectations, our warm & hot takes for the year, overall points & standings projections, & our thoughts on how likely the playoffs are in Hockeytown (1:13:10). All of that and LOTS more before we take your questions and comments during Overtime (1:24:55) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more.

12 Okt 20231h 37min