It's not mathematically over for the Detroit Red Wings, but it feels like it's over.

Tune in as we discuss the latest loss as the Red Wings fell to the Vegas Golden Knights, including Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, & the Detroit power play combining for the only hope in the game before falling in the lopsided affair, as well as an overall discussion on what has gone wrong for Todd McLellan's squad in another miserable March (6:20).

We then get into the realities of the Stanley Cup Playoff race as well as the NHL Draft Lottery outlook for the familiar position for Steve Yzerman's squad (13:10). Also, news on Trey Augustine, Red Savage, & the Michigan State Spartans, Axel Sandin Pellikka, Jeff Petry & Erik Gustafsson, & more (29:00).

After that, a discussion on some potential targets for Steve Yzerman this offseason as he looks for a stopgap until Nate Danielson, Marco Kasper, Brandsegg-Nygard, & others can take over: Brad Marchand? John Tavares? Brock Boeser? Defensive help for Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson? (31:40)

Next, the NHL taking a look at adding expansion teams in Houston and Atlanta, and maybe 2 more markets (47:05) before getting into our 2025 NHL Entry Draft Prospect Profile on Porter Martone: is he worth a #1 overall pick over Hagens, Schaefer, or Misa? What's his ceiling? (56:45)

All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:04:35) - enjoy!

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Time is running out for the Detroit Red Wings.

Tune in as we open by discussing the Hockeytown team's latest loss to Alexander Ovechkin and the Washington Capitals, including a Dylan Larkin goal, Petr Mrazek's 4th straight start, another 3rd period collapse, & more. Also, a discussion on whether this team is reverting back to the ways of Derek Lalonde rather than Todd McLellan, or the losses are more a function of the talent Steve Yzerman has added or just a tough schedule (3:50). We also take a look at the Stanley Cup Playoff race and what Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, & Co. have to do to beat the very long odds (22:05).

Next, Trey Augustine piling up NCAA accolades with the Michigan State Spartans and what he has done for the Red Wings pipeline alongside Sebastian Cossa, Carter Gylander, & the rest of the netminders (27:50), as well as some more fun Marco Kasper stats (31:10).

After that, our 2025 NHL Entry Draft Prospect Profile on Matthew Schaefer, and whether the Otters defenseman should go above Misa, Hagens, Martone, Frondell, & others in his class (36:15).

Finally, NHL news including thoughts on Gary Bettman's bracket playoffs vs. the 1v8 format, expanded 3v3 overtime, the All Star game, the NHL Draft, & more (47:50).

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The Detroit Red Wings needed a win against Vegas, and they couldn't have drawn it up any better.

Tune in as we open by discussing Todd McLellan's squad's loss to Brind'Amour's Carolina Hurricanes, including Alex DeBrincat and Michael Rasmussen scoring in an otherwise lopsided affair (3:35), before discussing the Hockeytown matinee victory over Eichel and the Golden Knights, including Albert Johansson's filthy dangles, Lucas Raymond breaking his goal drought, Marco Kasper continuing to thrive on a great play from Erik Gustafsson & Patrick Kane, Samsonov's blocker to Rasmussen's face, Petr Mrazek's perfect shutout, perfect defense from Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson & Co., & more (7:40).

Next, a look at the NHL Stanley Cup playoff race and just what makes Detroit's schedule so hard, as well as news on Anton Johansson and Future Considerations (19:30).

After that, our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on James Hagens, USNTDP grad & Boston College star - could he be the 1/2C of the future alongside Dylan Larkin, or will he go outside of Steve Yzerman's range? How does he compare to Misa, Martone, Schaefer, & other draft stars (29:15)?

Also, a look at Marco Kasper's fantastic rookie season & how he and Nate Danielson could be raising hopes for Detroit's center future (40:30) before discussing NHL news (Adin Hill's new contract & the goalie market (46:25).

All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (50:35) - enjoy!

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The Detroit Red Wings finally broke their losing streak, putting up a touchdown's worth of goals at the LCA.

Tune in as we start by first discussing McLellan's squad's losses to Ovechkins Washington Capitals and Linus Ullmark & the Ottawa Senators, including shaky goaltending from Talbot, Larkin & Seider scoring, another game-influencing terrible call, & more (3:35) before we jump into the Detroit Red Wings thumping Tage Thompson & the Buffalo Sabres in Hockeytown: Patrick Kane's 5 point night (the first since Anthony Mantha for Detroit), Alex DeBrincat's 30th goal & 4 point night, Maroc Kasper & Dylan Larkin's 3 point games, Petr Mrazek's win in his return, Lucas Raymond's 2 assists, Moritz Seider & Vladimir Tarasenko chipping in, Simon Edvinsson mixing it up with Norris & Thompson, Rasmussen's "fight", and plenty more (8:50).

After that, a discussion on the Stanley Cup Playoff race and where Steve Yzerman's team sits in the packed contest (24:20) before we jump into our first 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile of the year: Michael Misa of the Saginaw Spirit - how doe she compare against Hagens, Martone, Schaefer, & others (31:05)?

Finally, NHL news including more drama & intrigue from Rantanen & Marner, Aaron Ekblad's 20 game suspension, Benoit's superman punch on Kesselring, & more (41:20) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (56:20) - enjoy!

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The NHL Trade Deadline has come and gone, and Steve Yzerman's moves (or mostly lack thereof) have Detroit Red Wings fans a bit confused...

Tune in as we open by covering the return of Petr Mrazek to Hockeytown, as he and Craig Smith come from the Chicago Blackhawks in exchange for Joe Veleno - reactions, analysis, value, how this affects Sebastian Cossa. Cam Talbot, & Alex Lyon, & more. Next, a discussion on whether sitting tight and not adding more help for Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, & the rest of Todd McLellan's squad, losing Christian Fischer to waivers, and Yzerman's comments on the high prices in the crazy sellers' market across the league (3:45).

After that, Steve Yzerman's notes on wanting to be a bigger, tougher team (40:05), before covering big trades from across the league, including: Jake Walman and the sore spot for Red Wings fans, Dylan Cozens - Josh Norris, Mikko Rantanen - Logan Stankoven, Brock Nelson, Scott Laughton, Brad Marchand, & other deals in a crazy day outside of Detroit (48:45).

Finally, a somber note as Carter Mazur's debut end horrifically for the Grand Rapids Griffins star (1:08:30) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:11:00) - enjoy this "emergency" episode!

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We are officially on Steve Yzerman NHL Trade Deadline watch...sleep lightly!

Tune in as we start by discussing the Detroit Red Wings and their familiar loss to Rantanen and the Carolina Hurricanes, including a tough couple of goals from Alex Lyon, Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, and Marco Kasper struggling, Moritz Seider, Patrick Kane, and Ben Chiarot missing coverage, Elmer Soderblom's beautiful goal, & more as Todd McLellan's squad continues its losing streak (4:35). After that, a discussion on where the Hockeytown team sits in the Stanley Cup Playoff race, as well as the call-up of Grand Rapids Griffins star Carter Mazur and Christian Fischer being waived (18:30).

Next, our 2025 NHL Trade Deadline preview, starting with the Detroit Red Wings and their trade to retain salary on Yanni Gourde and acquire a 4th round pick. Also, who we think Steve Yzerman may target (Cozens? Byram? Rantanen? Boeser? Rakell? Mittelstadt? Donato? defense help for down the lineup with Johansson and Edvinsson?), sell (Holl? Tarasenko? Gustafsson?), or if it's more likely he stands pat. (29:50) We also take a look at trades across the NHL, and who still remains on the trade market (Petterson?) (49:15).

After that, we're joined by DJ Bean of What Chaos! to discuss the downturn of Marchand, Pastrnak, McAvoy, and the Boston Bruins, what's next for them & if Zadorov would be a good acquisition, thoughts on the Red Wings' future, & lots more (59:10) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:26:20) - enjoy!

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Heartbreak in Ohio...we should have known.

Tune in as we start by covering the first of two Detroit Red Wings losses to the Columbus Blue Jackets, including a tough performance from Dylan Larkin and Todd McLellan's words after, Alex DeBrincat still showing up, a rough night for Cam Talbot, & more (4:00) before we jump into the Stadium Series game at Ohio Stadium: a touching tribute to Johnny Gaudreau, terrible coverage to start the game from ESPN, DeBrincat scoring yet again, Gustafsson, Edvinsson, Holl, and Johansson missing coverage, Elmer Soderblom hurt, Ben Chiarot's big hit, Patrick Kane and Alex Debrincat leading the comeback, a brutal missed call by the referees on a high-stick by Danforth on Simon Edvinsson, and LOTS more on the night (8:40).

Next, discussion on the Stanley Cup Playoff race implications for Steve Yzerman's team, and whether Hockeytown will be a buyer, seller (Alex Lyon? Vladimir Tarasenko?), or neither at the upcoming NHL Trade Deadline because of these two losses (26:50).

After that, a discussion on just how great Alex "The Cat" DeBrincat has been all season, & how important his production is alongside Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Dylan Larkin, Marco Kasper, & others (44:15).

Finally, NHL news including the Seth Jones - Spencer Knight trade as Bedard's teammate heads to Florida, Nyquist & other moves around the league, & whether J.J. Peterka would be a worthwhile trade target for Steve Yzerman as fans consider him and popular targets like Mikko Rantanen & Mitch Marner (50:10).

All of that & plenty more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:01:30) - enjoy!

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Husso traded, Yzerman with a world of cap space, Simon Edvinsson firing multiple clappers into Minnesota's net...it's been an interesting few days.

After discussing the 1 year anniversary of Patrick Kane's "Showtime" moment called by Ken Daniels in Chicago (00:00)...tune in as we start by discussing the Detroit Red Wings and their 3-2 win on the road in a rematch against the Minnesota Wild, including Simon Edvinsson's multiple (surprising) slapshot goals, Gustafsson finding Vladimir Tarasenko for a nice play, Elmer Soderblom and Albert Johansson combining to assist an all Swedish goal, Marco Kasper continuing to thrive on a line with Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat's point streak, & more (5:20).

After that, a Stanley Cup Playoff race update as Todd McLellan's team looks to fend off the (upcoming x2) Columbus Blue Jackets in the Stadium Series game, the New York Rangers, Ottawa Senators, Boston Bruins, & others (13:05).

Next, Steve Yzerman trades Ville Husso to Pat Verbeek & the Anaheim Ducks, Andrew Copp is out for the season (after playing well with DeBrincat and Patrick Kane), and roughly $14 million in cap space being available to the Hockeytown team at the NHL trade deadline - do they target a big splash like Rantanen, Marner, Petterson, or Cozens? Stand pat? Binnington or another unexpected move? (24:40)

After that, NHL news including Trevor Zegras' suspension for the hit to the head of Michael Rasmussen (47:10), the Boston Bruins on the downturn and whether Brad Marchand, Nikita Zadorov, or even David Pastrnak could be available, & more (54:05) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:05:00) - enjoy!

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The Detroit Red Wings are back, they've blown two late-game leads in two days, and Patrick Kane has an electric overtime game winner - par for the course in Hockeytown (00:00).

Tune in as we start by discussing Todd McLellan's squad's overtime loss to the Minnesota Wild, including Alex DeBrincat's goal, assist, and massive hit on Brock Faber (and Andrew Copp getting hurt in the scrum), Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond picking up where they left off, a comedy of errors from Patrick Kane, Tarasenko, Moritz Seider, Erik Gustafsson, Cam Talbot, & more as the Red Wings blew the lead (4:45). Next, the rebound game against the Anaheim Ducks, including more of Alex DeBrincat, Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, Patrick Kane, and the Red Wings power play, Marco Kasper's big night (with a nice reverse hit on Radko Gudas), Trevor Zegras and his uncalled hit to the head of Michael Rasmussen, Alex Lyon and the team blowing another lead, and Showtime's incredible OT winner against the odds (22:30). Also, a quick look at Detroit's Stanley Cup Playoff race positioning and schedule ahead (35:15).

Next, our 4 Nations Face-Off tournament recap, including Connor McDavid and Team Canada's dramatic overtime victory over Dylan Larkin, Matthew & Brady Tkachuk, & Team USA, why this has been such a big success for the NHL and international hockey, Dylan Larkin being the true Captain America, how guys like Simon Edvinsson & others can earn their way onto future teams, & more (38:15).

Finally, NHL news including Mikko Rantanen's continued uncertainty and how that could play into Steve Yzerman's hands, as well as Alexander Ovechkin chasing down Wayne Gretzky for the all-time NHL goals record (59:10) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:03:30) - enjoy!

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The 4 Nations Face-Off Final is set, and Dylan Larkin's Detroit Red Wings are also gearing up to return to play... (00:00)

Tune in as we're joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit to discuss the USA vs. Canada rematch in the 4 Nations Face-Off, including how we got here, Dylan Larkin, Brady & Matthew Tkachuk, and Team USA (without Quinn Hughes) taking on Connor McDavid, Nathan MacKinnon, Sidney Crosby, & Team Canada. Also, Larkin & Lucas Raymond's performances & what this means for their play in Hockeytown (3:55).

After that, quick notes on Detroit's locker room dynamic, and why Andrew Copp, Jeff Petry, and Jonatan Berggren were notable in a player poll (30:15).

Next, we take a look ahead at the NHL Trade Deadline as Steve Yzerman will decide whether to stand pat, sell, or bolster Todd McLellan's team: find support for Moritz Seider & Simon Edvinsson on defense? More offense to help Alex DeBrincat and Patrick Kane? Trade Vladimir Tarasenko? Is Elias Petterson an option or better to wait for Mikko Rantanen or Mitch Marner (36:20)?

Finally, NHL news including Gary Bettman's final CBA and the white vs. dark home vs. away jersey debate (51:25) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (59:35) - enjoy!

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