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04/27/20

How Detroit Red Wings prospect Givani Smith can help Detroit Red Wings going forward

With the hockey world on pause because of the coronavirus pandemic, this is an opportunity to check in on Detroit Red Wings prospects. This edition takes a look at Givani Smith. (Detroit Free Press)

04/24/20

3 Griffins from both Calder Cup title teams debate which was best

Brian Lashoff, Mitch Callahan and Nathan Paetsch reminisced in separate interviews earlier this week. (MLive)

04/22/20

'We're just going one day at a time': Michigan's minor league sports teams holding out strong amid COVID-19 pandemic

No business in the United States is immune to the troubles brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, least of all the sports world. (The State News)

04/22/20

Red Wings prospect Joe Veleno reflects on his first pro season, what comes next

For Veleno, all the pieces are there for a player who should one day be an important part of the Red Wings’ NHL lineup. (The Athletic)

04/20/20

Steve Yzerman has tough calls to make on Red Wings’ 12 restricted free agents

The Wings have a staggering 12 restricted free agents – players the organization could re-sign to longer-term deals, short-term contracts, or simply not bring back. (Detroit News)

04/20/20

Michael Rasmussen can make the Detroit Red Wings next season. Here's how

“One thing with Ras, he’s played center this year, which is a big step for him. We like his game defensively. He’s got good sense.” (Detroit Free Press)

04/19/20

Dominik Shine signs new deal with Griffins

Dominik Shine has re-signed with the Grand Rapids Griffins with a one-year contract for the 2020-21 season. (MLive)

04/18/20

'I'm good enough to play in the NHL': Evgeny Svechnikov determined to realize Red Wings dream

The news about Michigan’s weather the past few days, with the snow and cold, alarmed Evgeny Svechnikov. (Detroit News)

04/15/20

Taking Flight - From the 'Q' to the 'D'

Hello again, everybody. I never thought my next blog entry would be from my house in Montreal, especially at this time of year. (DetroitRedWings.com)

04/15/20

State of the Red Wings: Young, talented forwards form building block

In brief stints with the Wings, Smith played with an edge that this lineup desperately needs. (Detroit News)

04/14/20

State of the Red Wings: Turnover will be significant on defense

The Wings love his future, but unless Seider absolutely shows he is undoubtedly NHL-ready, he may need a bit more time in Grand Rapids. (Detroit News)

04/14/20

Griffins’ 2017 Calder Cup championship team: Where are they now?

Here’s a look back at the roster, how the players fared and what happened to them since. (MLive)