Griffins to host youth hockey camps this summer
Kids in West Michigan with an interest in hockey have a chance to skate and learn from some of the Grand Rapids Griffins this summer. (WOOD TV8)
Features
Wyatt Newpower Talks to WOOD Radio
Defenseman Wyatt Newpower joined West Michigan's Morning News to discuss his journey to becoming a pro. (WOOD Radio)
Special night for several Huskies
Bliss, playing for the Grand Rapids Griffins, and Karow, playing for the Texas Stars, made their professional debuts in the game. (Daily Mining Gazette)
Red Wings’ Griffins AHL Team Could Miss the Playoffs
The Detroit Red Wings’ struggles are having a trickle-down negative impact on the Grand Rapids Griffins. (Detroit Hockey Now)
Griffins Honor Former Captain Jeff Hoggan
Hoggan became just the third player in franchise history to have his jersey retired, joining #24 [Travis Richards] and #7 [Michel Picard]. (Detroit Hockey Now)
Five Red Wings observations: Detroit’s losing continues, Dylan Larkin’s growing PK role, an update on Griffins prospects
I made it up to Grand Rapids for the first time this season Saturday to check on some of Detroit’s prospects playing there, particularly forward Jonatan Berggren. (The Athletic)
Griffins Retire Jeff Hoggan's #10 Jersey
Only the third jersey to hang in the rafters at Van Andel. (FOX 17)
Red Wings Radio Play-By-Play Voice Ken Kal Tests Positive For COVID-19
In the past when Kal was suffering from health issues, Bob Kaser, play-by-play voice of the Grand Rapids Griffins, was brought in from the AHL to take over the microphone. (Detroit Hockey Now)
When the Red Wings Call, Jonatan Berggren Will be Ready
Considered a steal by many draft analysts, Berggren has done nothing but impress as he’s climbed the ranks of both the SHL and now the AHL with the Grand Rapids Griffins. (Detroit Hockey Now)
WORKING OUT THE KINKS
Playing professionally in any sport overseas compared to North America can present a struggle for an athlete. For Brattstrom, the smaller ice surface, along with more skilled skaters, have presented a battle for him.
Western Michigan sees 4 key players sign pro hockey contracts after historic season
Drew Worrad, a senior forward that scored nine goals and ranked second nationally with 36 assists, won’t have to travel far from Lawson Arena to continue his hockey career. (MLive)
Bliss, Karow sign contracts with AHL teams
Co-captain Trenton Bliss signed a contract through the 2022-23 season with the Grand Rapid Griffins, the AHL affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings. (Daily Mining Gazette)