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NATE THE GREAT - Red Wings Lead the Atlantic! - Nov. 19th, 2025
11/20/2025
NATE THE GREAT - Red Wings Lead the Atlantic! - Nov. 19th, 2025
NATE THE GREAT HAS ARRIVED IN HOCKEYTOWN. Tune in as we open by discussing the Detroit Red Wings and Nate Danielson taking down the Seattle Kraken, including Lucas Raymond staying hot, Nate Danielson's 1st (and almost 2nd) career goal, assist, and how Axel Sandin-Pellikka & Emmitt Finnie contributed to his big game, Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Cam Talbot, and the rest of the Red Wings playing great games, & more as Todd McLellan's squad rolls on and takes the lead in the Atlantic Division (4:30). After that, a look at the point paces of Raymond, Dylan Larkin, and Alex DeBrincat (Team USA hopeful?), and whether they can reach new heights in Hockeytown this season (22:35). Next, a look at how tight the Eastern Conference playoff race is compared to the West in the NHL, as the Red Wings eye a divisional seed over teams like the Florida Panthers, Toronto Maple Leafs, Tampa Bay Lightning, & other previous top teams (34:45). We then discuss Hockeytown pipeline prospects: Sebastian Cossa returning to the Grand Rapids Griffins while Carter Mazur is out long term, Trey Augustine dominating with Michigan State as the Spartans truck through the NCAA, Brent Solomon signing with Wisconsin, & more (45:50). After that, NHL news including Adrian Kempe's contract & what it means for Steve Yzerman's free agency options (and how Yzerman will need to be more aggressive with trades), MacKinnon, Crosby, Celebrini, & Bedard leading the league, Copp, Compher, Talbot, & Gibson being linked in trade theories, and Patrick Roy blowing up on Mikko Rantanen (49:20). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:00:15) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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BENCHES CLEAR AT MSG! Old Time Hockey ft. Ken Daniels and Rob Ray - Nov. 16th, 2025
11/17/2025
BENCHES CLEAR AT MSG! Old Time Hockey ft. Ken Daniels and Rob Ray - Nov. 16th, 2025
OLD TIME HOCKEY IS BACK and it brings a tear to Mickey Redmond's eye! Tune into this special (remote) edition of the Winged Wheel Podcast as we record late-night and recover from the Winged Wheel Podcast Night at the LCA festivities. We start with a recap of the Anaheim Ducks game, including a strong bounce back for Todd McLellan's squad, with the likes of Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, and more all contributing (5:00), before jumping into the devastating 4-1 blown lead loss to Tage Thompson and the Buffalo Sabres: what went wrong after a hot start, Gibson's struggles, defensive debate as Seider, Sandin-Pellikka, Edvinsson, and others had miscues this weekend, forward depth woes, & more (10:30). After that, a recap of the 2-1 win over the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden, led by Lucas Raymond's heroics, Alex DeBrincat's funny stolen goal, and Jonathan Quick inciting one of the most beautiful bench clearing donnybrooks the NHL has ever seen (23:10). Next, Winged Wheel Podcast Night at the LCA live show replays of our interviews with the designers of the Detroit Red Wings Centennial jerseys, Kyle Culps and Zach Freeland (36:10), as well as Detroit Red Wings lead announcer Ken Daniels & Buffalo Sabres legend Rob Ray (57:00). All of that & lots more, with a return to regularly scheduled programming next episode! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Decision Time in Detroit? and Kasper's Sophomore Slump - Nov. 12th, 2025
11/13/2025
Decision Time in Detroit? and Kasper's Sophomore Slump - Nov. 12th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: Is it decision time for Todd McLellan and Steve Yzerman in Hockeytown? Tune in as we start by discussing Todd McLellan's comments about how Nate Danielson's arrival could help the Detroit Red Wings make some decisions on some players: who those players could be, what this means for the likes of Rasmussen, Berggren, Soderblom, Compher, & others, and what kind of moves could follow. Also, a further dive into what has changed in the Detroit Red Wings game plan that has not only the bottom 6, but also the likes of Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, & other key players not scoring (5:40). Next, a look at the jumbled lines as Emmitt Finnie moves down with Patrick Kane, and Marco Kasper joins Nate Danielson, and the Seider - Edvinsson pair stays together as Chiarot stays with Sandin-Pellikka (25:20). After that, we discuss Marco Kasper's "sophomore slump" and what has changed in his game (36:15) before jumping into NHL news: Slovakian Olympic jerseys & Italian facilities concerns, Celebrini, Bedard, & Caufield on the outs for Team Canada and USA, & lots more (46:50) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:00:00) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Banff Vacation Rental - AirBnB: VRBO: Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Danielson Debuts and Detroit's Scoring Drought - Nov. 9th, 2025
11/10/2025
Danielson Debuts and Detroit's Scoring Drought - Nov. 9th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: Nate Danielson has made his NHL debut, but unfortunately the Detroit Red Wings are also going through a big scoring drought... Tune in as we open by discussing the Red Wings' 4-1 loss to Panarin and the New York Rangers, including Patrick Kane's return, Jonathan Quick outplaying Cam Talbot, no offense from Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Marco Kasper, or the rest of Detroit's top players, and more as McLellan's squad had a disappointing return to Hockeytown (3:55). Next, Nate Danielson being called up & how Todd McLellan & Steve Yzerman are sending a message to the likes of Michael Rasmussen and other bottom 6 players (11:55), before a breakdown of the loss to Connor Bedard & the Chicago Blackhawks: Larkin, Raymond, & Simon Edvinsson connecting for the only goal, terrible penalty kill and power play, & an overall lack of scoring (14:15). We then discuss the scoring drought overall and why the defense behind Seider & Edvinsson is good but the offense is struggling, and how the bottom 6 offer no support when the rest of the team goes cold (23:25). After that, a look at what may be causing the special teams to struggle, and John Gibson's tough start to his Detroit Red Wings career (44:40), before jumping into a look at what Nate Danielson being called up means for his career, what's next, how he compares to Marco Kasper, and what this means for Yzerman's roster choices (52:25). Finally, positive Hockeytown news as Max Plante and Trey Augustine are dominating the NCAA (1:00:15), & NHL news including Binnington, Jordan Kyrou trade thoughts, & NHL pipeline changes (1:02:25) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:13:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Banff Vacation Rental - AirBnB: VRBO: Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Sensational Seider and Red Wings Road Trip Recap - Nov. 5th, 2025
11/06/2025
Sensational Seider and Red Wings Road Trip Recap - Nov. 5th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: The Detroit Red Wings have wrapped up their road trip, and they're returning to Hockeytown with a winning record. Tune in as we open by discussing Todd McLellan's squad's shootout win over Macklin Celebrini and the San Jose Sharks, including Lucas Raymond's excellent goal from Axel Sandin-Pellikka and Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider's first of the season from Simon Edvinsson and Alex DeBrincat, Nedeljkovic and Talbot battling strong, & more (4:40). After that, a recap of the 1-0 loss to Jack Eichel's Vegas Golden Kinghts, including John Gibson's progressive improvement, the offense suffering a bit without Patrick Kane, what's ahead for the Red Wings, and how Cam Talbot & John Gibson have stacked up so far for the Red Wings this season (12:40). Next, a look at Moritz Seider's dominant season and the recognition he's getting from across NHL media (27:00), how Todd McLellan and Trent Yawney's improved penalty kill has turned things around for Steve Yzerman's Detroit Red Wings (38:25), and finally a look at dominant prospects like Max Plante, Eddie Genborg, Dmitri Buchelnikov, and Sebastian Cossa across the world of hockey in the Red Wings pipeline (44:30). All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (48:55) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Banff Vacation Rental - AirBnB: VRBO: Dom's Article: Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Are the Red Wings the Real Deal? Early NHL Playoff Benchmarks - Nov. 2nd, 2025
11/02/2025
Are the Red Wings the Real Deal? Early NHL Playoff Benchmarks - Nov. 2nd, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: Are the Detroit Red Wings actually "NHL divisonal playoff seed" good, or is this just an early season mirage? Tune in as we start by discussing the wild shootout win for the Red Wings over Todd McLellan and Cam Talbot's former team, the Los Angeles Kings: Marco Kasper's 2 goals (including an almost high-stick off of Sandin-Pellikka's shot), Alex DeBrincat scoring again, the late collapse and called off overtime winner due to Fiala's interference, Cam Talbot's massive stops, and Lucas Raymond's shootout winner (4:15). Also, Patrick Kane's injury, Austin Watson being called up over Nate Danielson, what this means for the Grand Rapids Griffins, and when Steve Yzerman and Todd McLellan may choose to bring Danielson into the fold (19:40). Next, Detroit's loss to McTavish and the Anaheim Ducks as John Gibson revisits his former team: more DeBrincat goal-scoring, Raymond, DeBrincat, and Dylan Larkin syncing up, Moritz Seider's phantom "kicking motion", controversial reviews, & more (23:55). After that, we discuss whether the Detroit Red Wings are truly a good team worthy of an NHL playoff seed, what's different this year as Emmitt Finnie and Patrick Kane continue to solve big problems in their top 6, how they might continue through tougher months, and how insanely close the Atlantic Division and Eastern Conference are (36:10). Finally, NHL news & notes (including the Necas contract & Makar's next deal) (51:15) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (59:15) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Larkin Leads Detroit, Fantastic Finnie, and MBN to the AHL - Oct. 29th, 2025
10/30/2025
Larkin Leads Detroit, Fantastic Finnie, and MBN to the AHL - Oct. 29th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: We're joined on this remote episode of the Winged Wheel Podcast by none other than Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit & WWP Contributor! Tune in as we open by discussing the Detroit Red Wings assigning Michael Brandsegg-Nygard to the Grand Rapids Griffins of the AHL, how his season has compared to the likes of Emmitt Finnie and Axel Sandin-Pellikka, what this means for Nate Danielson and Carter Mazur, MBN's path back to Hockeytown, and more (3:30). Next, we recap Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, and the Detroit Red Wings beating Kyrou and the St. Louis Blues for the second consecutive game, including big plays from Soderblom and Rasmussen, Hamonic fighting Schenn, Gibson netting another win, Raymond and DeBrincat on the scoresheet, & more as McLellan's squad improves to 7-3-0 (11:15). After that, Max Bultman covers notable stories in Detroit, including Dylan Larkin & Emmitt Finnie combining for one of the best starts in the NHL, Alex DeBrincat playing better than the goals show, Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson playing together again, Marco Kasper's slow start, & more (29:50). Also, Carter Mazur's injury and what that could mean for his future (53:45), before we jump into some NHL notes (including Cooley and Harley contracts) (56:35) & take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:01:50) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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COMEBACK CHAOS & Early Season Analysis ft. Prashanth Iyer - Oct. 26th, 2025
10/27/2025
COMEBACK CHAOS & Early Season Analysis ft. Prashanth Iyer - Oct. 26th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: WHAT A COMEBACK IN HOCKEYTOWN! The Detroit Red Wings have been nothing short of a rollercoaster. Tune in as we start by analyzing the terrible 7-2 loss by the Red Wings on Long Island to Matthew Schaefer and the Islanders, including tough games from Rasmussen, Edvinsson, Johansson, and plenty more from Todd McLellan's squad, the Cizikas cross-check, Larkin & Finnie continuing to mesh, Berggren & Compher doing what they could, & more as Detroit struggles without Patrick Kane & with Lucas Raymond still hurt (4:50). Next, the chaotic comeback win over Binnington and the St. Louis Blues in Hockeytown, including Berggren & Compher providing the pulse, McLellan's pivotal timeout, Finnie's continued surge and Larkin's stolen assist, Alex DeBrincat breaking his goal drought, Simon Edvinsson redeeming himself, Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson playing together as Sandin-Pellikka is moved around, Brandsegg-Nygard not playing much, a long road trip ahead, & more (17:15). We're then joined by Prashanth Iyer, host of Expected by Whom & resident analytics expert to talk Detroit Red Wings by the numbers, what the special teams say about Yzerman's team's future, how Emmitt Finnie & Co. have changed the game, playoff hopes, Larkin's surge, & more (33:00). After that, Red Wings prospect notes including Nate Danielson returning to the ice for the Grand Rapids Griffins, Sebastian Cossa's shutout win, Mazur's points racking up, Brent Solomon tearing up the USHL, Buchelnikov in Russia, & more (59:20), before we jump into some NHL notes & take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:08:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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McLellan's Forward Issue, Larkin's Hot Start, and Kane and Raymond Injuries - Oct. 23rd, 2025
10/23/2025
McLellan's Forward Issue, Larkin's Hot Start, and Kane and Raymond Injuries - Oct. 23rd, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: All good things come to an end, as the Detroit Red Wings cut their win streak at 5 after losing to the Buffalo Sabres. Tune in as we open by discussing the loss in which J.T. Compher & Emmitt Finnie (from Dylan Larkin) scored while the rest of the Detroit Red Wings didn't do much else, as the absence of Patrick Kane and Lucas Raymond being injured disrupted the forward group, John Gibson didn't stand out, the penalties and errors from the best players in Edvinsson and Seider down to the bottom of the lineup in Rasmussen and Berggren all led to a loss to Colten Ellis, a rookie goalie making his NHL debut (4:15). We then discuss Todd McLellan's difficult spot with the forwards, as two key injuries means a lack of solid lines to utilize, how the depth players aren't seizing their opportunities, DeBrincat and Brandsegg-Nygard aren't offering scoring firepower, and what Steve Yzerman can do to help fix the issue (14:25). After that, Dylan Larkin's impressive start to the season (alongside Emmitt Finnie) & if it's a sign of new heights (30:15), Carter Mazur's hot start and Nate Danielson's path back (33:30), more on the Gustafsson, Holl, Hamonic trade rumors and what Steve Yzerman may do there (36:10), Max Plante's dominance in the NCAA (37:55), whether Michael Brandsegg-Nygard could benefit from joining Carter Mazur, Amadeus Lombardi, and soon Nate Danielson with the Grand Rapids Griffins in the AHL, or if he's better to stick it out in Hockeytown (39:35), and what to make of Alex DeBrincat's goalless streak to start the season (44:30). Finally, a quick look around the NHL (47:45) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (52:25) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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WINGS WIN 5 STRAIGHT! Larkin On Fire, Finnie and ASP's 1st Goals - Oct. 19th, 2025
10/22/2025
WINGS WIN 5 STRAIGHT! Larkin On Fire, Finnie and ASP's 1st Goals - Oct. 19th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: MAKE IT FIVE STRAIGHT IN HOCKEYTOWN! Tune in as we open by discussing the Detroit Red Wings and their now 5 game win streak, starting with their win over Vasilevskiy and the Tampa Bay Lightning: Axel Sandin-Pellikka's 1st goal, John Gibson's redemption in net, Todd McLellan coaching the Red Wings to a dominant playstyle, and Dylan Larkin's heroic overtime winner in Hockeytown (4:00). Next, their win over Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, and the Edmonton Oilers, Emmitt Finnie's 1st career goal (& 2nd!), Dylan Larkin's 2 goals & 4 point night, another John Gibson win, Lucas Raymond returning to the lineup as Patrick Kane was out with injury (Brandsegg-Nygard in his spot), & more (18:00). Also, a discussion on how solid the Detroit Red Wings defense currently looks under Trent Yawney (Moritz Seider and Ben Chiarot, Simon Edvinsson and Axel Sandin-Pellikka, and Albert Johansson and Jacob Bernard-Docker), the Red Wings leading the Atlantic Division, Larkin & Finnie among NHL leaders, & more (27:10). After that, trade rumors in Detroit as Steve Yzerman may be looking to shed some roster jams via Erik Gustafsson, Justin Holl, or others (Berggren? Another depth forward?), as well as updates on Nate Danielson's potential return as the team has him, Mazur, & so many others waiting in Grand Rapids (36:00). Finally, NHL news & ridiculous stories (45:35) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (58:10) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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MASON "RAYMOND" APPLETON - Red Wings Win Streak and Raymond's Injury - Oct. 16th, 2025
10/16/2025
MASON "RAYMOND" APPLETON - Red Wings Win Streak and Raymond's Injury - Oct. 16th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: The Detroit Red Wings are streaking early - in a good way, this time! Tune in as we open be recounting our stories of bringing friend of the show Steve Dangle of SDPN to the Red Wings vs. Leafs game in Toronto and recording a live LFR as the Wings brought a fresh dose of disappointment to the crowd (00:00). We then start with a recap of the win in Toronto, including Cam Talbot standing on his head, Mason Appleton's heroic goal, Lucas Raymond going out injured, Dylan Larkin opening scoring, Axel Sandin Pellikka's up and down play, and more (6:00). Next, the win in Hockeytown as Todd McLellan's squad beat Brad Marchand and the Florida Panthers: more Mason "Lucas Raymond" Appleton heroics, Patrick Kane and Dylan Larkin continuing their hot starts, Alex DeBrincat only putting up assists, another Cam Talbot victory, & plenty more (23:55). After that, we dive more into how Steve Yzerman's team's hot start in the Atlantic Division can serve their future postseason hopes, Cam Talbot vs. John Gibson's starts to the season, the Detroit Red Wings special teams' solid starts, Alex DeBrincat's goal drought while playing with Kasper and Kane, Brandsegg-Nygard & Finnie's performances, impact of Lucas Raymond's injury & more (36:40). Finally, NHL news including Lane Hutson's new contract & how it compares to Moritz Seider's and potentially Simon Edvinsson's future deal, Brady Tkachuk being out, & lots more (49:25) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:02:05) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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McLellan Lights A Fire and Red Wings Bounce Back - Oct. 12th, 2025
10/13/2025
McLellan Lights A Fire and Red Wings Bounce Back - Oct. 12th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: The Detroit Red Wings season is underway and it has already been a bit of a rollercoaster... Tune in as we open by discussing Todd McLellan's squad's 5-1 loss to Lane Hutson and the Montreal Canadiens in their home opener, including Dylan Larkin opening scoring from Patrick Kane and Moritz Seider, Johansson and Hamonic's awful game, John Gibson getting pulled, how Sandin-Pellikka, Brandsegg-Nygard, and Finnie fared, Todd McLellan's message to Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Michael Rasmussen, and the rest of the Detroit Red Wings to wake them up, and more as the Centennial jersey debut finished in Hockeytown boos (4:10). After that, the Detroit Red Wings' huge turnaround against Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs: Patrick Kane and Alex DeBrincat lighting it up, Lucas Raymond scoring goal #100, Emmitt Finnie's 1st NHL point, Simon Edvinsson mixing it up, & lots more (18:45). Next, we assess how the kids are doing and whether ASP, MBN, and Finnie will hold onto their spots, and how Nate Danielson, Carter Mazur, Amadeus Lombardi, and other young guns may factor in pushing players like Berggren, Soderblom, Rasmussen, & others (33:30). Also, Jacob Bernard-Docker's play next to Albert Johansson, Detroit's big players playing small, & NHL news with Tyler Myers sticking Connor McDavid & more NHL scheduling woes (39:50), & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (52:20) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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DETROIT RED WINGS NHL SEASON PREVIEW (2025/2026) - Oct. 8th, 2025
10/09/2025
DETROIT RED WINGS NHL SEASON PREVIEW (2025/2026) - Oct. 8th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: IT'S HERE: the official Winged Wheel Podcast Detroit Red Wings Season Preview episode - strap in. We start with the news that Steve Yzerman & Todd McLellan have selected all 3 Red Wings rookies to make the opening night Hockeytown roster in Emmitt Finnie, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, and Axel Sandin-Pellikka (4:30), before starting our analysis, predictions, & outlook with the forwards: Dylan Larkin (6:45), Lucas Raymond (12:05), Emmitt Finnie (19:10), Marco Kasper (27:20), Alex DeBrincat (31:00), Patrick Kane (36:15), Michael Brandsegg-Nygard (43:20), and the rest of Detroit's forward group (including Andrew Copp, J.T. Compher, Mason Appleton, Elmer Soderblom, Michael Rasmussen, Jonatan Berggren, & James van Riemsdyk) (50:20). After that, the defense: Moritz Seider (57:40), Simon Edvinsson (1:02:10), Axel Sandin-Pellikka (1:05:40), Albert Johansson (1:11:50), & the rest of Todd McLellan & Trent Yawney's blue line in Ben Chiarot, Travis Hamonic, Jacob Bernard-Docker, & Erik Gustafsson (1:16:25). Next, the goalies in John Gibson & Cam Talbot (with a potential appearance from Sebastian Cossa) (1:18:05) before jumping into the "Todd McLellan Effect", power play & penalty kill, & more from Steve Yzerman's personnel (1:23:20). Finally, our predictions on team MVP, points leaders, most improved players, Detroit Red Wings point totals, and whether or not they'll make the Stanley Cup Playoffs (1:29:05). We also cover the crazy contract news that has rolled through the NHL, including Connor McDavid, Mattias Ekholm, Jake Walman, Kyle Connor, Jack Eichel, & more (1:45:35) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:51:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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RED WINGS ROSTER PROJECTIONS (MBN, ASP, FINNIE?) AND ATLANTIC DIVISION PREVIEW - Oct. 5th, 2025
10/06/2025
RED WINGS ROSTER PROJECTIONS (MBN, ASP, FINNIE?) AND ATLANTIC DIVISION PREVIEW - Oct. 5th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: The Detroit Red Wings preseason is over, and the kids are still here - is this the most optimistic preseason outlook in Winged Wheel Podcast history? (00:00) Tune in as we start by discussing Michael Brandsegg-Nygard's Detroit Red Wings & NHL-leading performance, how his game compares to Marco Kasper's, whether he could be a long-term solution for Todd McLellan next to Dylan Larkin & Lucas Raymond, & his chances of making the team (6:55). Next, what Justin Holl & Erik Gustafsson being waived mean for Axel Sandin Pellikka's roster chances, how his path compares to Moritz Seider & Simon Edvinsson's, if he's destined to be paired with Albert Johansson, & how the Grand Rapids Griffins AHL path could benefit him like it did Nate Danielson & other prospects (14:30). Finally, Emmitt Finnie's standout preseason & how he took the step past guys like Carter Mazur, Amadeus Lombardi, & Carter Bear, & what his roster chances are in McLellan and Steve Yzerman's eyes (28:20) before we give our full Detroit Red Wings Opening Night roster projections (40:10). After that, our Atlantic Division Preview, including Pastrnak's Boston Bruins, Dahlin's Buffalo Sabres, Raymond's Detroit Red Wings, Hutson's Montreal Canadiens, Tkachuk's Ottawa Senators, Kucherov's Tampa Bay Lightning, Barkov's Florida Panthers, and Matthews' Toronto Maple Leafs (52:30). We wrap up with a look at Jackson LaCombe & Luke Hughes' $9 million AAV contracts and what that means for Steve Yzerman as he looks to extend Simon Edvinsson (1:25:00). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:30:00) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Sandin Pellikka's Path, Kaprizov's Wild Deal, and Metro Preview - Oct. 1st, 2025
10/02/2025
Sandin Pellikka's Path, Kaprizov's Wild Deal, and Metro Preview - Oct. 1st, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: The Detroit Red Wings are getting closer to puck drop on the regular season, and their rookies are still making noise... Tune in as we open by discussing Nate Danielson's injuries, Todd McLellan's comments on his chances, & how this affects his NHL vs. AHL trajectory (4:10). Next, a look at Axel Sandin Pellikka's development over the course of the preseason and when he might join Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, and Albert Johansson on the blue line. Also, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard's impressive shot & NHL-style game, & whether we may see him with the Detroit Red Wings, joining Marco Kasper, Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, & Lucas Raymond in the top 6 (10:25). After that, a look at Kirill Kaprizov's new contract with the Minnesota Wild, how this shakes up the league's benchmarks, why Steve Yzerman should be happy about the deal, & what's next for players like Connor McDavid and Cale Makar (23:30). Next up, our Metropolitan Division preview, including predictions and analysis on Aho's Carolina Hurricanes, Hughes' New Jersey Devils, Shesterkin's New York Rangers, Ovechkin's Washington Capitals, Barzal's New York Islanders, Michkov's Philadelphia Flyers, Fantilli's Columbus Blue Jackets, & Crosby's Pittsburgh Penguins (38:30). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:10:45) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Detroit's Rookie Wave and Central Division Preview - Sept. 28th, 2025
09/29/2025
Detroit's Rookie Wave and Central Division Preview - Sept. 28th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: The race is on for the remaining Detroit Red Wings roster spots, and Steve Yzerman & Todd McLellan are looking at a lot of promising young players vying for the Hockeytown squad. Tune in as we open by discussing the Appleton - Copp - Rasmussen line, how their chemistry could solidify the rest of the lineup (DeBrincat - Kasper - Kane and even Larkin and Raymond), and whether the penalty kill could benefit (4:00). We also go over Albert Johansson's improvement, what to expect on defense between him and Simon Edvinsson, Moritz Seider, and some potential other combinations including Bernard-Docker and Hamonic. Plus, Nate Danielson, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Carter Mazur, Amadeus Lombardi, Emmitt Finnie, and all of the young Red Wings hopefuls competing with the likes of Berggren and Compher for roster spots (plus Cossa in net) (14:05). After that, our Central Division preview & predictions: Rantanen's Dallas Stars, Makar's Colorado Avalanche, Hellebuyck's Winnipeg Jets, Cooley's Utah Mammoth, Kaprizov's Minnesota Wild, Kyrou's St. Louis Blues, Bedard's Chicago Blackhawks, & Josi's Nashville Predators (34:40). Finally, NHL news including Mason McTavish's contract and Barkov's season-ending injury (1:06:10) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:11:15) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Green Light Lending: #ad Go to for 60% off your first box! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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FINSANITY - Finnie's Roster Chances and Pacific Division Preview - Sept. 24th, 2025
09/25/2025
FINSANITY - Finnie's Roster Chances and Pacific Division Preview - Sept. 24th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: EMMITT. FINNIE. Tune in as we start by discussing the Detroit Red Wings returning to the ice in a win over the Chicago Blackhawks, led by a line of Emmitt Finnie, Nate Danielson, and Michael Brandsegg-Nygard. Also, analysis on performances from Compher, Berggren, Mitchell, & others, before discussing Emmitt Finnie's actualy NHL roster odds - could he be the one to join Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond on the top line? Would Steve Yzerman and Todd McLellan take him over Danielson, Carter Mazur, or other Red Wings hopefuls (or maybe even J.T. Compher)? (5:45) Next, our Pacific Division Preview, including analysis & predictions on a chaotic Western Conference division: McDavid & the Edmonton Oilers, Kopitar & the Los Angeles Kings, Marner & the Vegas Golden Knights, Beniers & the Seattle Kraken, Hughes & the Vancouver Canucks, Kadri & the Calgary Flames, McTavish & the Anaheim Ducks, and Celebrini & the San Jose Sharks. (42:15) All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:13:40) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to to get 4 extra months FREE! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: Max's Article:
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Training Camp Recap and Red Wings Centennial Jersey Revealed - Sept. 22nd, 2025
09/22/2025
Training Camp Recap and Red Wings Centennial Jersey Revealed - Sept. 22nd, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: The Detroit Red Wings have returned to the ice! Tune in as we start by recapping the Hockeytown "West" training camp in Traverse City & Grand Rapids, including: Emmitt Finnie, Elmer Soderblom, & Amadeus Lombardi shining in the Red & White game, potential linemantes for Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond, Moarco Kasper continuing to lead the line with Patrick Kane and Alex DeBrincat, Moritz Seider setting the tone, Todd McLellan's big impact, Danielson, Finnie, Mazur, Brandsegg-Nygard, and other young players' chances to make the Red Wings roster, & more (5:40). Next, a look at John Gibson, Cam Talbot, and Sebastian Cossa in net, as well as an analysis on what McLellan can do on defense behind Seider, Chiarot, Edvinsson, and Johansson: can Bernard-Docker pan out? Will Gustafsson rebound? (34:40) After that, a quick discussion on Steve Yzerman's media conference (49:55) before discussing the newly revealed Detroit Red Wings Centennial jersey (52:45). All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (59:55) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to to get 4 extra months FREE! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb
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Prospect Watch - Kaprizov and McDavid On the Move - Sept. 14th 2025
09/14/2025
Prospect Watch - Kaprizov and McDavid On the Move - Sept. 14th 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the DETROIT RED WINGS (Nov. 15th vs. BUF) TICKETS: https://www.gofevo.com/event/WingedWheelPodcast11-15 WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: https://griffinshockey.com/wwp (More detailed description coming soon!) Tune in as Brad & Evan steer the ship while Ryan is away! The Detroit Red Wings prospect games are underway, as the hosts discuss what's gone down and what to look forward to with Axel Sandin Pellikka, Nate Danielson, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Amadeus Lombardi, Emmitt Finnie, Trey Augustine, Carter Bear, Sebastian Cossa, & more. Next, interesting words from Connor McDavid, Kirill Kaprizov, Quinn Hughes, & Sidney Crosby - can Steve Yzerman add a superstar to the Detroit Red Wings roster down the road, or is it a pipe dream for any of these stars to actually leave? All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to TempoMeals.com/WINGEDWHEEL for 60% off your first box! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: https://www.wingedwheelpodcast.com/wingsmotb
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Kasper, Edvinsson Contracts and Red Wings Trade Proposals - Sept. 7th, 2025
09/07/2025
Kasper, Edvinsson Contracts and Red Wings Trade Proposals - Sept. 7th, 2025
WWP NIGHT w/ the GRAND RAPIDS GRIFFINS TICKETS ON SALE NOW: As the offseason begins to wind down, we're back with another (remote) episode of the Winged Wheel Podcast ft. Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit to take advantage of the downtime! We start by discussing the recent changes to the CBA, and how the NHL's implementation plan on certain shifts can benefit Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings when it comes to extending Simon Edvinsson and Marco Kasper. Can Hockeytown's core be solidified with more contracts like Dylan Larkin, Moritz Seider, and Lucas Raymond's? (3:55) We then discuss the earlier implementation of the Stanley Cup Playoffs salary cap and whether that means teams like Florida or Vegas would have to shed cap - could someone like Evan Rodrigues be on Steve Yzerman's radar to add to McLellan's Detroit Red Wings? (23:25) After announce WWP Night w/ the Grand Rapids Griffins details (35:35), we take an opportunity to review some mailbag "who says no" trade proposals: McTavish, Karlsson, Sandin Pellikka, Danielson, Bear, Connor, & more - would any of these deals make sense? (40:00) All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:08:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to for 60% off your first box! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Rebuild Comparison: Detroit vs. Montreal, Ottawa, and Buffalo (and a Special Announcement) - Aug. 31st, 2025
09/01/2025
Rebuild Comparison: Detroit vs. Montreal, Ottawa, and Buffalo (and a Special Announcement) - Aug. 31st, 2025
Before we jump into Detroit Red Wings talk, Evan has returned with some exciting news! (00:00) We then jump back to hockey by discussing whether the fears of injury or wear & tear for Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Patrick Kane, and the rest of the Hockeytown Olympic hopefuls are overblown or a legitimate concern. Will Todd McLellan's squad hold tough, or will another bout of injuries leave the scoring to the like of Alex DeBrincat, Simon Edvinsson, Marco Kasper, and the rest of the Red Wings? (7:15) Next, we compare where Steve Yzerman's Detroit Red Wings are relative to Suzuki, Caufield, Hutson and the Montreal Canadiens, Tkachuk, Stutzle and the Ottawa Senators, and Dahlin's Buffalo Sabres. What does Steve Yzerman need to do to match the talent levels of Demidov & Co., or are Danielson, Sandin Pellikka, Brandsegg-Nygard, & the rest of the Red Wings pipeline more than enough? (21:40) Finally, notes on the Red Wings broadcast schedule & how much of Ken Daniels & Mickey Redmond we'll see, some quick NHL news, & more (47:30) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (56:35) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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The McLellan Effect - How Much Can Todd Help Detroit? - Aug. 24th, 2025
08/25/2025
The McLellan Effect - How Much Can Todd Help Detroit? - Aug. 24th, 2025
A full offseason of Todd McLellan - how much change can that actually bring to the Detroit Red Wings? After opening with a follow-up on the Sergei Fedorov white skates discussion (0:00), tune in as we discuss how much a full offseason, training camp, and preseason of Todd McLellan's gameplans and strategies can impact the Detroit Red Wings. Can he find a bolt-on top 6 forward solution alongside Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Moritz Seider, Alex DeBrincat, and Patrick Kane? Will he reshuffle the defense and allow Simon Edvinsson to join Moritz Seider? Will Nate Danielson or Carter Mazur excel under the Toddfather? How much will John Gibson lift the Hockeytown team? (7:30) Next, a look at team USA Olympic hopefuls, including Dylan Larkin and Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat being snubbed, & more (33:30). Also, Frank Nazar's contract & how he compares to Marco Kasper, Marco Rossi signing in Minnesota, Lane Hutson's path, McTavish update, & more (44:25) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (54:15) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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FEDOROV TO THE RAFTERS - Red Wings Retiring 91 (ft. Max Bultman) - Aug. 19th, 2025
08/20/2025
FEDOROV TO THE RAFTERS - Red Wings Retiring 91 (ft. Max Bultman) - Aug. 19th, 2025
AT LONG LAST - the Detroit Red Wings are retiring the #91 of Hockeytown legend, Sergei Fedorov! Tune into this special emergency, remote episode of the Winged Wheel Podcast (ft. Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit) where we discuss the news that Russian Five phenom Sergei Fedorov will finally have his number in the Little Caesars Arena rafters alongside Steve Yzerman, Gordie Howe, Nicklas Lidstrom, Terry Sawchuk, and other Red Wings great. We discuss why it took so long, how Fedorov's career played out and how his departure left the Ilitch ownership displeased, his play style and how he changed the NHL, his Russian 5 story with Konstantinov, Larionov, Kozlov, and Fetisov, whether players like Pavel Datsyuk, Henrik Zetterberg, Chris Osgood, and Brendan Shanahan could follow, who could don the white skates, and so much more - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to to get 4 extra months FREE! #ad Go to for 60% off your first box! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Yzerman Signs Hamonic and Trade Rumor Backlog - Aug. 17th, 2025
08/18/2025
Yzerman Signs Hamonic and Trade Rumor Backlog - Aug. 17th, 2025
Steve Yzerman has made a move in the form of bringing Travis Hamonic in to the Detroit Red Wings defense corps. Tune in as we're joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit to discuss the signing, how it affects Todd McLellan's options on the blue line, competing with Justin Holl and Jacob Bernard-Docker, Seider and Edvinsson's slotting, impact on the Grand Rapids Griffins, and what Steve Yzerman needs to do by way of trade or free agency to fix the blue line and keep playoff hopes alive. (3:30) After that, we get into the stagnant but present NHL trade market, the Detroit Red Wings' potential interest in Erik Karlsson, Mason McTavish, and Kyle Connor, whether Axel Sandin Pellikka or Nate Danielson would be worth giving up to get more offensive support for Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, and Marco Kasper, & more (40:00). All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (57:10) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to for 60% off your first box! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Red Wings Point Projections and Hockeytown Returns! - Aug. 10th, 2025
08/11/2025
Red Wings Point Projections and Hockeytown Returns! - Aug. 10th, 2025
It's the middle of the NHL offseason, Evan is off on important business, and so what better time to dive into some Detroit Red Wings point predictions? Tune in as we start by discussing the HOCKEYTOWN logo returning to the ice at Little Caesars arena overtop the Detroit Red Wings Centennial logo, and whether bringing it back before the playoffs was the right choice (5:10). After that, we jump into points predictions for the 2025/2026 Red Wings seasons, analyzing what to expect for Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, Marco Kasper, Elmer Soderblom, Jonatan Berggren, Andrew Copp, J.T. Compher, & the rest of Todd McLellan's forward group (10:50). Next, Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Albert Johansson, Erik Gustafsson, Jacob Bernard-Docker, Ben Chiarot, & the defense (49:20), as well as John Gibson and Cam Talbot in net (58:00). Finally, we give our hot & nuclear takes for the upcoming Detroit Red Wings season as we think up the wildest possible outcomes for Steve Yzerman's squad (1:00:40). All of that and lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:05:50) - enjoy! This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Edvinsson's Extension and Yzerman's Cap Advantage - Aug. 4th, 2025
08/04/2025
Edvinsson's Extension and Yzerman's Cap Advantage - Aug. 4th, 2025
Lucas Raymond has been recognized as one of the best contracts in the NHL, which begs the question: just how good is the Detroit Red Wings core's cap structure? Tune in as we discuss Steve Yzerman's position as he navigates a rising salary cap and what he has in Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, and Moritz Seider long term, and how that affect his ability to attract future superstars or any free agent talent, extend Alex DeBrincat and Patrick Kane, sign Marco Kasper (Michigan goal-scorer), Nate Danielson, Axel Sandin Pellikka, and others after their ELCs, and more (4:05). Next, we go over Simon Edvinsson's next contract, when the best time for Steve Yzerman to sign him would be, what his AAV will look like next to Moritz Seider, how he fared with Albert Johansson, & more (33:35) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (56:10) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to for 60% off your first box! #ad Go to KoffeeKult.com and use code WWP for 15% off your order! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board: Best Contracts Article:
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Red Wings Prospect Rankings and Play-In Series Debate - July 27th, 2025
07/28/2025
Red Wings Prospect Rankings and Play-In Series Debate - July 27th, 2025
With the NHL Draft wrapped up and the upcoming Detroit Red Wings season a ways away, it's time to take a look at Hockeytown's prospect pipeline (after discussing our new WWP studio!). First, we open by recognizing Ken Daniels, Mickey Redmond, and the entire FanDuel Sports Detroit crew in being ranked the #1 broadcasting team in the NHL once again! (4:15) Next, tune in as we analyze and rank the Red Wings pipeline and see who the top candidates are to join Detroit's core of Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Simon Edvinsson, Alex DeBrincat, Marco Kasper, Patrick Kane, and the rest of Todd McLellan's squad, including: Axel Sandin Pellikka, Nate Danielson, Carter Bear, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, Sebastian Cossa, Trey Augustine, Carter Mazur, Amadeus Lombardi, Dmitri Buchelnikov, Max Plante, Anton Johansson, Jesse Kiiskinen, & others (6:05). Next, we debate whether Gary Bettman and the NHL should add a play-in series to the Stanley Cup Playoffs (56:20) and more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:14:00) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to for 60% off your first box! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Go to to get 4 extra months FREE! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Who's Scoring for the Red Wings? - July 20th, 2025
07/21/2025
Who's Scoring for the Red Wings? - July 20th, 2025
The Detroit Red Wings struggled at 5v5 last season offensively...has Steve Yzerman done enough to fix it? Tune in as we discuss the topic and whether Detroit's foward core can improve its offensive output around Lucas Raymond, Dylan Larkin, Alex DeBrincat, Marco Kasper, Patrick Kane, James van Riemsdyk, Mason Appleton, Jonatan Berggren, Elmer Soderblom, & others, whether Nate Danielson or Carter Mazur can factor in, how John Gibson and Cam Talbot can help the goal differential, whether Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Albert Johansson, Jacob Bernard-Docker, and the defense can help alleviate the pressure, & plenty more (4:50). Next, a note on Carter Bear's newly signed ELC and what his path to Hockeytown is (by way of the WHL then the Grand Rapids Griffins) (38:55) as well as the Detroit Red Wings schedule release (44:20), thoughts on trade rumors surrounding Mason McTavish, Yegor Chinakov, Jordan Kyrou, & other potential target for Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings, Bowen Byram's deal (47:35), and more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:05:05) - enjoy! Go to to get 4 extra months FREE! #ad This episode is brought to you by Hims. Visit for your personalized hair loss treatment options. #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Is Detroit a Playoff Team? - July 13th, 2025
07/13/2025
Is Detroit a Playoff Team? - July 13th, 2025
Has Steve Yzerman done enough to help the Detroit Red Wings become a Stanley Cup playoff team? Tune in as we discuss what would need to happen for the Red Wings to contend with the likes of Montreal and Ottawa for a wild card spot, starting with the goalies in John Gibson, Cam Talbot, and Sebastian Cossa (4:00), before going over how Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Albert Johansson, Jacob Bernard-Docker, Erik Gustafsson, Ben Chiarot (and even an unlikely Axel Sandin Pellikka) would help the defense improve (14:15). After that, the forwards including another Marco Kasper season, Lucas Raymond's ceiling, Dylan Larkin alongside Alex DeBrincat, Andrew Copp, Patrick Kane, Jonatan Berggren and Elmer Soderblom, potentially one of Nate Danielson or Carter Mazur to join the top 6, J.T. Compher improving, the Todd McLellan effect in Hockeytown, what Yzerman should do at the trade deadline (Karlsson, Rust, or Rakell?), and more (31:40). Next, NHL news in a shockingly decentralized NHL Draft continuing next season and how Gary Bettman & Co. should improve it (1:01:50) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:12:40) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to for 60% off your first box! #ad Max's Article: Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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Red Wings Projections and Lines ft. Max Bultman - July 9th, 2025
07/10/2025
Red Wings Projections and Lines ft. Max Bultman - July 9th, 2025
As the dust has settled in the NHL, we're joined by Max Bultman of The Athletic Detroit on this remote episode of the Winged Wheel Podcast! Tune in as we start with Max's read on the Detroit Red Wings 2025 NHL Draft class headlined by Carter Bear, as well as an update on the Red Wings Development Camp (and how Kiiskinen, Brandsegg-Nygard, Finnie, and others stood out) (4:50). Next, we discuss Steve Yzerman's approach to NHL Free Agency, how Bernard-Docker, van Riemsdyk, Appleton, and other signings can slot into the Hockeytown roster, who will play in the top 6 alongside Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Marco Kasper, Patrick Kane, and Alex DeBrincat, if a defenseman is on the way to join Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, Ben Chiarot, and Albert Johansson, whether Nate Danielson, Carter Mazur, Axel Sandin Pellikka, or other prospects could make the difference, & much more (15:25). After that, notes on trade rumors surrounding Erik Karlsson, Dougie Hamilton, and Jordan Kyrou (40:55) before we discuss the statistics behind rebuilds in the NHL and just how far along Steve Yzerman and the Detroit Red Wings are (52:45). Finally, NHL news including the Isaac Howard for Sam O'Reilly trade & Gavin McKenna going to Penn State (1:05:50) before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (1:08:05) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Go to for 60% off your first box! #ad Support the Jamie Daniels Foundation through Wings Money on the Board:
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