The Conversation Line

Ken Daniels and Daniella Bruce sit down with Patrick Kane to discuss his milestone achievements - reaching 500 career goals and setting the record for most points by an American-born player. Kane reflects on his time with the Chicago Blackhawks, shares stories from his championship years, and gives insight into the current Red Wings roster, highlighting  the growth of its young players alongside veterans of the game like himself. Presented by Fieger Law.

As #91 is cemented into Red Wings history as one of the greatest to ever wear the Winged Wheel, Seregi Fedorov joins Daniella Bruce and Ken Kal to discuss his legendary hockey career. He recalls his journey to Detroit and discusses all of his memories during his time with the Reds Wings. Fedorov reflects on many moments throughout his career including, the beginning of the Russian Five, his first Stanley Cup, how he got his iconic white skates, and everything that led to 91 being raised into the rafters. Presented by Fieger Law.

Red Wings rookie forward Nate Danielson sits down with Ken Kal and Daniella Bruce for the latest episode of The Conversation Line, presented by Fieger Law. Danielson discusses how his quiet demeanor changes when he's around his teammates, along with his hobbies off the ice. He opens up how his time in juniors and in the minors molded him into the player and young man he is today.

Ken Daniels and Daniella Bruce welcome Red Wings rookie Emmitt Finnie as he takes fans inside his first year navigating NHL hockey. Finnie reflects on his journey from the WHL to draft day and his time in development camp. He shares insight into the tight-knit camaraderie forming among the Red Wings rookies, the veterans helping guide his transition, and the NHL stars who inspired him long before he wore the Winged Wheel. Presented by Fieger Law.

Coach Todd McLellan sits down with Ken Kal and Daniella Bruce to discuss the challenges of coaching a team with a mix of younger players and veterans. How has his experience as an NHL head coach changed over the years? How does he manage relationships with his players and assistant coaches? Get to know more about Todd's life off the ice, including his affinity for bourbon, passion for baseball, and relationship with A. J. Hinch. Presented by Fieger Law.

Red Wings hockey is back for its Centennial season, and the captain Dylan Larkin joins Ken and Daniella to discuss his 11th year in Detroit. How has the game changed since his rookie season? Larkin also opens up about the arrival of his daughter in the off season and shares the mental challenges he faced near the end of last season. What has he learned about managing both the mental and physical sides of the season? What was his experience in the Four Nations tournament and how did he manage coming from a high-intensity environment back to the regular season in a short window? He discusses what has impressed him about the youth joining this team and what he saw in training camp from players and coaching alike.

Daniella Bruce sits down with longtime Detroit sportscaster John Keating in this special edition of The Conversation Line. As Keating prepares to retire at the end of the Red Wings season, the two reflect on his remarkable career— from covering iconic Detroit sports moments to becoming a staple of Red Wings broadcasts. He shares how it felt to be honored on Opening Day, relives the 1997 Wings-Avs brawl, and talks about the Tigers’ 2003 turnaround. Keating also discusses on his chemistry with Chris Osgood, the infamous Keating-themed ties, and what might be in store for his final home game. Don’t miss his heartfelt message to Detroit fans and what’s next on his horizon.

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Ken Kal sits down with Red Wings forward Austin Watson. Known for his physical style of play, Watson discusses his role as an enforcer, his mindset when dropping the gloves, and the importance of standing up for his teammates. He reflects on his journey to Detroit, sharing experiences from his time in Nashville and what it means to join the team he grew up watching as an Ypsilanti kid. Also in this episode, hear about some of toughest opponents Watson has squared up against throughout his career. Presented by Fieger Law.

Daniella Bruce sits down with Red Wings goaltending prospect and current Michigan State Spartans netminder, Trey Augustine. The two discuss Augustine’s standout season, including being named Big Ten Goaltender of the Year and a finalist for the Mike Richter Award, as well as his growth from year to year. What has he improved on the most? How has playing in high-pressure games, including back-to-back World Juniors gold medal runs, shaped his development? Augustine also shares insights on Michigan State’s team culture, the Spartans’ push for a Big Ten championship, and how he stays focused with the NCAA tournament on the horizon. Presented by Fieger Law.