Hockeytown Rundown

The Detroit Red Wings finally put together a strong week, grabbing 5 of 6 possible points with wins over the Boston Bruins and Columbus Blue Jackets, plus a hard-fought matchup against the Seattle Kraken. After a rollercoaster stretch, the boys are starting to find some rhythm — and a big reason why is the emergence of the “Discovery Line.” Elmer Söderblom, Marco Kasper, and Nate Danielson are coo...

We’re back with another loaded episode, and this time we’re joined by special guest Jake Rivard from 313Hockey to break down his latest article, “Bad Luck, or Bad Vibes?” If you’ve been feeling the rollercoaster that is the Detroit Red Wings season, this conversation hits every angle. We dig deep into what’s actually going on with this team — from the veterans who aren’t pulling their weight, to t...

The Detroit Red Wings just wrapped up a brutal week — four games, four losses — and the panic button in Hockeytown is getting real. After falling to the Devils, Predators, Lightning, and Bruins, it’s clear this team needs help… fast. So we’re issuing a full-on PSA and SOS to Steve Yzerman: It’s time to swing big. It’s time to go after Michigan native Quinn Hughes. Yeah, we said it. In this episode...

The Detroit Red Wings are finding ways to win, but how consistent can they sustain that with two storylines that are jumping to the front of the conversation? John Gibson’s shaky start in Detroit and Marco Kasper battling a real sophomore slump. Gibson has had some tough outings lately, leaving fans wondering if the Wings can trust him long-term, while Kasper has gone quiet and being sent down to...

The Detroit Red Wings top line is scoring… but the bottom six is snoring their way through November. When guys like Larkin, Raymond, and Alex DeBrincat show up, the Wings can hang with anybody. But the second they go quiet? This team suddenly can’t buy a goal. And that’s the problem — depth scoring is basically nonexistent right now. In this episode, we break down how the lack of production from t...

The Detroit Red Wings’ struggles continue, and it’s becoming clear that something needs to change. After tough outings against the Sharks, Golden Knights, Rangers, and Blackhawks where rookie Nate Danielson made his NHL debut, the Wings are fighting to find their rhythm offensively. The scoring has dried up, the power play and penalty kill both look out of sync, and the depth scoring just isn’t sh...

The future in Hockeytown looks bright 🔥 In this episode, we’re breaking down the Top 5 prospects in the Detroit Red Wings pipeline and what makes each of them so exciting for the team’s future. From skill and hockey IQ to compete level and NHL readiness, we’re ranking who’s closest to making an impact in Detroit. Whether it’s a flashy forward lighting it up, a steady two-way defender, or a goalie...

The Detroit Red Wings Rollercoaster 🎢 is officially in full swing. After back-to-back losses to the Buffalo Sabres and New York Islanders, the Wings bounced back in a massive way storming back against the St. Louis Blues with six unanswered goals to earn a comeback win that fired up Hockeytown. This week, we break down all the early-season ups and downs, from the frustrating losses to the flashes...

Caution: The Detroit Red Wings might actually be finding their groove 👀 After a strong stretch of games against the Maple Leafs, Panthers, Lightning, and Oilers the Wings are showing signs of something we haven’t seen in a while... and that's consistency. The young guns are stealing the show, the goaltending has stepped up, the penalty kill is locked in, and the team’s overall defensive play...

It’s Week 1 of the NHL season, and it’s time for a Red Wings vibe check! Are we back yet? 👀 After years of rebuilding, the question in Hockeytown is simple: Are the Detroit Red Wings finally a team to reckon with? Can this group actually make a real push for the playoffs in 2025? We’re joined by Jake Rivard from 313 Hockey, who recently dropped an article breaking down the three rookies who made...

Opening Night/Weekend is in the books, and the Detroit Red Wings are already giving fans plenty to talk about. From the lows of their season opener to the highs that followed, we break down all the ups and downs from the first two games of the year. What went right, what went wrong, and what it all means moving forward. We’re also diving into some spicy hot takes! Both ours and ones submitted by Y...

The countdown to Opening Night is on, and the Detroit Red Wings have some tough decisions to make. In this episode of Hockeytown Rundown, we’re joined by special guest Michael Devellano to break down the rookie race and predict who cracks the roster when the puck drops on Thursday. From Michael Brandsegg-Nygard (MBN) and Axel Sandin Pellikka (ASP) to Emmitt Finnie and Nate Danielson, Detroit’s you...

The Detroit Red Wings are a few games into the preseason, and there’s already plenty of buzz around the roster. Several of the team’s young prospects are turning heads, showing flashes that could earn them a spot in Detroit sooner than expected. But it hasn’t all been positive. A few veterans are drawing attention for the wrong reasons, raising questions about consistency and roster security headi...

The Detroit Red Wings just wrapped up Training Camp in Traverse City, and it gave us plenty to talk about. From prospects making a push to veterans holding their ground, the battles on the ice gave fans an early look at how this roster is shaping up. It all led into the annual Red & White Game at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, where fans packed the building to see the Wings face off against...

The Detroit Red Wings just dropped their brand-new Centennial jerseys, and they’re already sparking big reactions across Hockeytown and the world of hockey. Are these new threads a hit or a miss? On top of that, the Prospect Tournament is in the books, and we’ve got all the takeaways. From standout performances to who boosted their stock the most, we’ll dive into what this means for Detroit’s youn...

The Detroit Red Wings are at a crossroads with a new wave of rookies pushing for roster spots, questions about the team’s identity moving forward, and key contract extensions looming on the horizon. To break it all down, we’re joined by special guest Jake Rivard, bringing his insight on where the Wings are headed. From the impact of young talent like Marco Kasper and Simon Edvinsson, to how Steve...

The Eastern Conference is stacked heading into the 2025-2026 season. But which teams are true contenders, and who’s just along for the ride? We’re breaking down and ranking every team in the East from top to bottom. From powerhouses, to bubble teams fighting for a playoff spot, to rebuilds still trying to find their way — we’ll go through the entire conference and decide where each team stands hea...

Big news all around the NHL! JFresh on Twitter just dropped his division point projections, giving us a first look at how the standings could shake out this season. Where do the Red Wings land, and are they being slept on again? The prediction may have you shocked! On top of that, the NHL released the schedule for nationally televised games, and Detroit got some spotlight! Plus, EA dropped their N...

The Detroit Red Wings are finally doing it! Sergei Fedorov’s #91 is getting retired into the rafters at Little Caesars Arena. On January 12th, 2026, the Wings will honor one of the greatest to ever wear the winged wheel… and it’s happening against the Carolina Hurricanes, the same team Detroit swept in the 1998 Stanley Cup Final. Talk about full-circle irony. Fedorov’s legacy in Detroit is massive...

The Detroit Red Wings made a surprise move, signing veteran defenseman Travis Hamonic, and now the question is, who locks down the 6th spot on the blue line? Hamonic brings grit, leadership, and over 800 NHL games of experience, but he’ll have competition. Jacob Bernard-Docker is looking to prove he’s NHL-ready, while Justin Holl is fighting to bounce back after a tough season in Detroit. We break...

Could Winnipeg Jets sniper Kyle Connor be on his way to Hockeytown? According to Frank Seravalli, and some buzz from Connor’s own stepbrother, the Red Wings might be in the mix. We break down what a deal could look like, what Detroit would need to give up, and how Connor could instantly change the Wings’ top-six. Meanwhile, the Edmonton Oilers have reportedly called about not one, but TWO of our t...

What If Steve Yzerman was the Detroit Red Wings General Manager starting in 2016? – Part 2 🏒🔥 We’re back in our alternate Red Wings universe — this time picking up in 2018 and looking at what would’ve happened if Steve Yzerman had been GM since 2016. In this episode, we recap the 2018 season and explore how the 2019 and 2020 seasons might have played out differently under Yzerman’s vision. Would...

What If Steve Yzerman Was the Red Wings GM in 2016? 🤯🏒 We’re diving deep into the alternate universe where Steve Yzerman took over as GM of the Detroit Red Wings back in 2016 instead of 2019. What moves would he have made? Who stays, who goes, and how different would this rebuild look today? From free agency decisions to draft picks and trades, we reimagine the critical years that defined the Wi...

With the offseason feeling like radio silence, Red Wings fans are left wondering: what’s next for this team heading into 2025-26? We break down the latest trade rumors, roster moves, and what Steve Yzerman’s vision might really look like. From top-line targets to middle-pair defensemen and bottom-six grinders, we talk about the names Detroit has been linked to—and which deals actually make sense....

The greatest Detroit Red Wings of all time — all on one roster. In this episode, we build our full 23-man all-time Wings lineup, including forward lines, defensive pairings, and goaltending depth. It’s part history lesson, part future projection, and 100% Hockeytown.🔥 Topics Covered: ✅ All-time forward lines (Top 9 + 4th line grinders) ✅ Legendary defense pairings ✅ Goalie depth: Sawchuk, Hase...