2018-19 in Review: Givani Smith
In his rookie campaign, left wing Givani Smith tallied 13 points (6-7—13), a plus-two rating and 86 PIM in 64 appearances with the Griffins.
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2018-19 in Review: Vili Saarijarvi
In his second full pro season in North America, Finnish defenseman Vili Saarijarvi recorded 16 points, a plus-19 rating and 20 PIM in 70 appearances with the Griffins.
Red Wings prospect Gustav Lindstrom to bring physical style to AHL
Like all European defensemen transitioning to North American hockey, Detroit Red Wings prospect Gustav Lindstrom must get accustomed to making quicker decisions with the puck on the smaller ice. (MLive)
Projecting the Red Wings’ 2019-20 lineup: Version 1.0
Steve Yzerman might not be done this offseason. (The Athletic)
2018-19 in Review: Dominic Turgeon
In his third pro season, center Dominic Turgeon registered 20 points in a career-high 72 games with the Griffins and averaged 12:35 of ice time during four games with Detroit.
Griffins' Ben Simon to be guest coach at World Junior Summer Showcase
Grand Rapids Griffins coach Ben Simon will be a guest coach for Team USA during the 2019 World Junior Summer Showcase later this month in Plymouth. (MLive)
Griffins sign two; large number of former players on the move
The Grand Rapids Griffins added a pair of forwards Monday, while a number of former players landed new deals across the NHL. (MLive)
Red Wings fill needs, sign Filppula, Nemeth and Pickard to two-year deals
Filip Larsson will have veteran mentor in Grand Rapids. (DetroitRedWings.com)
2019 Lids at the Library
Red Wings sign goaltender Calvin Pickard for two years
Pickard will be given an opportunity to compete with Jonathan Bernier for the back-up job in Detroit but likely will wind up with the Grand Rapids Griffins, sharing duties with top goalie prospect Filip Larsson. (MLive)
Red Wings sign Filppula, Nemeth and Pickard to two-year deals
The Detroit Red Wings today signed center Valtteri Filppula, defenseman Patrik Nemeth and goaltender Calvin Pickard to two-year contracts. (DetroitRedWings.com)
Griffins Sign Spezia and Kestner
The Griffins on Monday signed forwards Tyler Spezia and Josh Kestner to one-year contracts.