Stephen Whyno | Associated Press New York Rangers star Artemi Panarin is taking a leave of absence from the team after a Russian tabloid printed allegations from a former coach that he attacked a woman in Latvia almost a decade ago, which he denies. Andrei Nazarov, a former NHL enforcer who coached Panarin in the
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When Detroit Red Wings’ general manager Steve Yzerman talks, everyone stops to listen. The Red Wings legend doesn’t hold court often, and certainly holds the cards close to the vest. So when he does discuss matters, everyone is tuned in–especially the fans. As noted by the Detroit Free Press’ Helene St. James, Yzerman’ s chat during
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Detroit — The start to this hockey season wasn’t exactly how forward Darren Helm had it planned. After so much preparation and work in the long offseason, Helm was socked with COVID-19 the second day of training camp. So much for getting the season started smoothly. “For me, I didn’t
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Steve Yzerman on how he judges Detroit Red Wings’ progress in rebuild Detroit Red Wings general manager Steve Yzerman, Feb. 22, 2021. Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press Steve Yzerman is not so much watching the record, nor even, really, individual statistics. What he
The Detroit Red Wings are in the midst of a six-game homestand and, to this point, they have won just one out of four games. They will close out this homestand with two games against the Nashville Predators before heading off to Chicago this weekend. In the meantime, there have been some upsetting developments within
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Detroit — It may not reflect in the standings, the progress the Red Wings have made this season. But general manager Steve Yzerman sounded positive with where the Wings’ stand about one-third into this shortened NHL regular season, speaking during a virtual Detroit Economic Club roundtable Monday. Ken Daniels, Wings’
Ryan Ford | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Dylan Larkin: We care about being Detroit Red Wings Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin, Feb. 20, 2021. Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press It’s the stoppable force vs. the movable object. Yes, the inverse of the ancient paradox, “The unstoppable force vs. the immovable
Red Wings fans have been somewhat in the dark following the news that blue-chip prospect Lucas Raymond went down with an injury last week. General manager Steve Yzerman gave an update on his status Monday afternoon — adding that Raymond will go under the knife and miss about 8 weeks: #RedWings Steve Yzerman, speaking on
What’s The Grind Line? Apart from the once-famous line of Kris Draper, Kirk Maltby, and either Joe Kocur or Darren McCarty, The Grind Line is also The Hockey Writers’ weekly column about the Detroit Red Wings. This week, Tony Wolak, Devin Little, Ian McNaughton, and Patrick Brown are the muckers who make up THW’s forechecking
Today in Hockey History: Feb. 21 – The Hockey Writers One year later [1929], the Detroit Cougars, before being known as the Red Wings, clinched their first-ever playoff berth, with a 1-0 win over the Rangers. Goaltender Clarence “Dolly” Dolson recorded the eighth shutout of his rookie season and the first of three straight shutouts.
Helene St. James | Detroit Free Press Show Caption Hide Caption Dylan Larkin: We care about being Detroit Red Wings Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin, Feb. 20, 2021. Helene St. James, Detroit Free Press The Detroit Red Wings face a fresh week with another veteran on waivers and disparate performances from others on the
Mar 9, 2019; Tampa, FL, USA; Detroit Red Wings defenseman Danny DeKeyser (65) talks with center Frans Nielsen (51) during the first period against the Tampa Bay Lightning at Amalie Arena. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports Red Wings Weekly Rewind: Frans Nielsen Waived by Nate Brown The Detroit Red Wings made another move this
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Detroit — Mathias Brome hadn’t scored in 17 games, hadn’t earned a point, but he didn’t panic. Brome is 26, an undrafted free agent who signed with the Red Wings, and has played professionally in the Swedish Elite League He’s been through scoring slumps. And although frustrated, Brome knew
The Detroit Red Wings waived Frans Nielsen today, fulfilling the wishes of many in the fan base. It’s not personal, but certainly watching the progress in Grand Rapids (more on that in a second), it’s a wonder as to why Nielsen was still sticking with the team when he’s really not contributing offensively. Frans Nielsen
Interesting news on the waiver wire today: Henrique clears. Frans Nielsen (DET) on waivers — Elliotte Friedman (@FriedgeHNIC) February 21, 2021 Not only did the Wings elect not to take on one big disappointing contract, they’re now in the process of at least giving themselves the opportunity to partially deal with one they already have.
Some of the greatest players in National Hockey League history hit personal milestones and had huge performances on Feb. 21. Unfortunately, one of those legendary figures left us far too early on this date. There was plenty of action on this night in 2001, including a Hall of Famer playing his former team for the
Following the Detroit Red Wings 7-2 blowout at the hands of the Florida Panthers, the media awaited Head Coach Jeff Blashill, ready to get an explanation of what had just happened. Instead, Blashill had the difficult job of informing the media of the passing of beloved team masseur and equipment manager, Sergei Tchekmarev. The #RedWings are
Detroit Red Wings mourn death of longtime masseur Sergei Tchekmarev – Freep “He was one of the best people I’ve ever been around,” Blashill said. “One of the kindest. Cared and had an unreal outlook on life. My heart goes out to his family. And certainly to some many people around here who loved him,
Shawn Windsor | Detroit Free Press They were supposed to be a bit better this season, these young(ish) — and rebuilding — Detroit Red Wings. And, for the most part, they have been. Even if their record doesn’t show it, even if they put forth a stink bomb as they did Friday night at Little Caesars Arena against the
Ted Kulfan | The Detroit News Detroit — The Red Wings found out about Sergei Tchekmarev’s death after Friday’s ragged loss against Florida. Tchekmarev, 65, was the team masseur, an equipment manager, and generally made everyone — players, coaches, media, anyone — feel better about the day with a smile or joke. “It was devastating news,”