The Detroit Red Wings needed a win against Vegas, and they couldn't have drawn it up any better.
Tune in as we open by discussing Todd McLellan's squad's loss to Brind'Amour's Carolina Hurricanes, including Alex DeBrincat and Michael Rasmussen scoring in an otherwise lopsided affair (3:35), before discussing the Hockeytown matinee victory over Eichel and the Golden Knights, including Albert Johansson's filthy dangles, Lucas Raymond breaking his goal drought, Marco Kasper continuing to thrive on a great play from Erik Gustafsson & Patrick Kane, Samsonov's blocker to Rasmussen's face, Petr Mrazek's perfect shutout, perfect defense from Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson & Co., & more (7:40).
Next, a look at the NHL Stanley Cup playoff race and just what makes Detroit's schedule so hard, as well as news on Anton Johansson and Future Considerations (19:30).
After that, our 2025 NHL Draft Prospect Profile on James Hagens, USNTDP grad & Boston College star - could he be the 1/2C of the future alongside Dylan Larkin, or will he go outside of Steve Yzerman's range? How does he compare to Misa, Martone, Schaefer, & other draft stars (29:15)?
Also, a look at Marco Kasper's fantastic rookie season & how he and Nate Danielson could be raising hopes for Detroit's center future (40:30) before discussing NHL news (Adin Hill's new contract & the goalie market (46:25).
All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (50:35) - enjoy!
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