Associated Press | The Detroit News Tampa, Fla. — NHL commissioner Gary Bettman said the league has only four unvaccinated players as it opens up the 2021-22 season. Red Wings forward Tyler Bertuzzi is one of those four players who have chosen not to get vaccinated. “Just personal choice, freedom of choice, and life choice,” Bertuzzi said
Bally Sports Detroit isn’t going anywhere. The regional sports network, part of Sinclair Broadcast Group, has agreed to multi-year contract extensions with the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Red Wings to continue broadcasting games, sources with knowledge of the situation told the Free Press on Tuesday night. Terms of the deal are currently unclear. A formal
It’s hard not to love Bobby Ryan. His story is one of true courage, and it’s something that we should strive for every day. His perseverance and ability to come back to the NHL wasn’t something that many people may have expected, especially considering how he made his return scoring a hat-trick in his first
The NHL Central Division is strong at the very top, but the rest of the teams have low floors and high ceilings. 2021 promises to be an entertaining year for those in the Central. Colorado Avalanche Record Last Season: 39-13-4 Playoff Result: Lost in the Second Round Expectation This Season: Stanley Cup What to Expect
Detroit — When general manager Steve Yzerman called Lucas Raymond to meet on Monday, Raymond wasn’t sure what expect. Was Raymond getting sent to Grand Rapids? Was Raymond staying the NHL? But the fact it was good news — Raymond was staying with the Red Wings — was a dream come true for the 19-year-old. “I
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, Devin Little, Patrick Brown, Kyle Knopp, and Jeff Middleton are the muckers who make up THW’s forechecking
Jeff Blashill speaks with the media following today’s practice day at Little Caesars Arena. Presented by World Wide Technologies.
Detroit — The NHL is back and it’s time to refresh ourselves with the best and worst teams, as well as the biggest stars to watch. Playing through a pandemic last season, a season cut short for that matter, was good for everyone but in some ways fell flat with no fans allowed in many rinks. But
Red Wings release Bobby Ryan, but leave door ajar for possible return – Detroit news “We felt Bobby had a good preseason for us, but due to roster limitations, we aren’t able to offer him a contract at this time,” Yzerman said. “We will continue to evaluate whether there is an opportunity for Bobby in
The opening night rosters for all 32 NHL teams were sent into the NHL offices Monday at 5:00 PM ET. Much speculation has been made about the Detroit Red Wings roster because the team had one veteran on a PTO, two players are coming back from major injuries, and several players have been nursing minor
IIIIIII’m alive, awake, alert, enthusiastic! Anyone else sing that at summer camp to get you excited for the day? Well we may not be at summer camp, but the Red Wings did just wrap up camp of their own, and… uh, sorry, that was a weak segue. I’m admittedly a little rusty. Ahem. What I’m
The Detroit Red Wings announced their initial roster for the 2021-22 NHL season on Monday, making their final cuts by sending Riley Barber, Taro Hirose, and Joe Veleno to the Grand Rapids Griffins. The Detroit #RedWings today assigned Riley Barber, Taro Hirose and Joe Veleno to the AHL’s Grand Rapids Griffins. Additionally, Detroit designated Kyle
Detroit — For now, veteran forward Bobby Ryan isn’t on the Red Wings’ roster. But it’s fair to wonder if that could change in the near future. The Wings released the popular Ryan from his professional tryout Monday morning while getting down to the 23-man opening night roster. Ryan had two goals and two assists in
Lucas Raymond made the 23-man roster and Joe Veleno did not, when the Detroit Red Wings submitted their list ahead of the NHL’s deadline. All signs point to Raymond, the No. 4 overall pick in 2020, being in the lineup when the Wings open the 2021-22 season Thursday against the two-time defending Stanley Cup champion
Detroit — Lucas Raymond probably wasn’t expected to make the Red Wings’ out of his first training camp, but he did. The Red Wings made the decision official Monday, listing Raymond on their opening-night roster ahead of Thursday’s game against Tampa Bay. While Raymond, 19, the 2020 first-round draft pick, made the team, Joe Veleno was
From the Wings: DETROIT — The Detroit Red Wings today assigned forwards Riley Barber, Taro Hirose and Joe Veleno to the American Hockey League’s Grand Rapids Griffins. Additionally, Detroit designated center Kyle Criscuolo and defenseman Seth Barton as injured non-roster and placed left wing Jakub Vrana on injured reserve. The Red Wings also released right
In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Detroit Red Wings have released Bobby Ryan from his PTO deal. Why and where will the veteran winger land? What about Alex Chiasson in Vancouver? Will he get a deal? There’s talk of a Jack Eichel trade before Christmas, plus updates on Brady Tkachuk, Evander Kane and Tomas Hertl.
Detroit — The Red Wings’ roster is beginning to take shape, with one big domino Monday possibly settling some things. Bobby Ryan, who was in camp on a professional tryout, was released, likely creating a spot for rookie forward Lucas Raymond. Coach Jeff Blashill said the team will evaluate up until the 5 p.m. deadline to
Feb 27, 2021; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Detroit Red Wings right wing Bobby Ryan (54) is congratulated for scoring a goal during the first period against the Chicago Blackhawks at the United Center. Mandatory Credit: Dennis Wierzbicki-USA TODAY Sports Red Wings: Still Some Roster Decisions That Need Finalized by Alex Faber The Detroit Red Wings opted
Jeff Blashill speaks with the media following today’s practice day at Little Caesars Arena. Presented by World Wide Technologies.