What Givani Smith needs to show to earn Red Wings roster spot
Givani Smith provides a different dimension with his size, physicality and abrasiveness, and the Detroit Red Wings probably hoped he would have secured a roster spot by now. (MLive)
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Ultimately, Red Wings GM Yzerman Will Be Making Call On Edvinsson Destination
Whether Edvinsson is best suited to be part of the Red Wings defense, or skating big, important minutes in the AHL with the Grand Rapids Griffins, is going to be Yzerman’s call. (Detroit Hockey Now)
Red Wings prospect Simon Edvinsson benefits from 'fresh start'
Coach Derek Lalonde has talked a lot about giving players a "fresh start" this exhibition season, given Lalonde is new and didn't have any pre-existing opinions about them. (The Detroit News)
Simon Edvinsson impressing Red Wings in first NHL camp
Simon Edvinsson’s turnover-plagued Red/White training camp scrimmage was not a sign of things to come, much to Derek Lalonde’s delight. (MLive)
Storylines for the Final Four Red Wings Preseason Games
Four games in, four games left for the Detroit Red wings preseason slate. A more pronounced effort to focus on the play away from the puck has dominated the first four games, especially the last two. (Detroit Hockey Now)
Red Wings’ opening-night lineup projection: Who has impressed this preseason
While Steve Yzerman, Derek Lalonde and company still have time to make those tough final calls, the team’s first four preseason games have been revealing. (The Athletic)
Lighter Joe Veleno regains some speed, hopes to stick with Red Wings
Joe Veleno certainly became bigger physically last season and the added strength helped him reach the NHL. But at the same time, Veleno felt there was a drawback. (The Detroit News)
The Daily: Red Wings Among NHL Teams Facing Tough Decisions
It’s going to be a tough call whether young talent such as forward Elmer Soderblom and defenseman Simon Edvinsson can earn a spot on the 23-player roster. (Detroit Hockey Now)
The Breakdown: Raymond Takes Over in Red Wings 3-0 Win
The Detroit Red Wings had a lot of close calls and seemingly were one pass or a deke from a goal. But then Lucas Raymond took over in the third period. (Detroit Hockey Now)
Lighter and hopefully faster, Joe Veleno makes push for Red Wings job
After putting on weight to gain strength last summer, Joe Veleno shed some pounds this offseason to get quicker. The better he skates, the better his chances of making the Red Wings, he believes. (MLive)
The Daily: Former Red Wings & Griffins in KHL Advised To Get Out; NHL Talk and Rumors
Two players with the AHL Grand Rapids Griffins last season are skating in the KHL. Ryan Murphy is with Ufa Salavat Yulaev, while Dennis Yan plays for Nizhny Novgorod Tirpedo. (Detroit Hockey Now)
Lalonde Giving Soderblom Fair Shot: Big Forward Playing Again Tonight
Six-foot-eight left wing Soderblom has played two preseason games and done nothing to diminish the enthusiasm the Red Wings have for his potential. (Detroit Hockey Now)