This Detroit Red Wings podcast celebrates Patrick Kane's 500th career goal and another strong week for Hockeytown. Detroit Red Wings news and analysis covers the Red Wings game recaps vs Montreal and Vancouver, trade rumors swirling around Rasmus Andersson and Dougie Hamilton, and what's next for Todd McLellan's squad.

(04:20) - Patrick Kane's Milestone Magic
Kane finally hits 500 with two goals against Vancouver, plus strong efforts from James van Riemsdyk setting up ASP and J.T. Compher in the 5-1 win.

(17:45) - Red Wings vs Canadiens Breakdown
Another solid victory as Detroit continues rolling despite the Atlantic Division staying competitive, with Alex DeBrincat leading the way in front of a stellar John Gibson shutout. Lucas Raymond took advantage of offensive opportunities and Dylan Larkin continued to rebound his production.

(35:55) - Trade Deadline Buzz
Rasmus Andersson rumors heating up around the Red Wings, plus potential opportunities with Dougie Hamilton and the Devils looking like they're headed for a divorce. Also, Dominik Shine signs a two-way deal rewarding the Grand Rapids Griffins star.

(53:35) - Around the NHL
Olympic hockey updates and league-wide trade chatter as we approach the deadline.

(58:45) - Patreon Overtime Preview
Questions from supporters covering everything from lineup decisions to what Steve Yzerman might be planning next.

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This Detroit Red Wings podcast recaps Monday's 4-2 win over Ottawa, a game Detroit stole despite being outplayed. Also, Detroit Red Wings news and analysis on Nate Danielson's assignment to Grand Rapids, plus early NHL trade deadline rumblings.

The Red Wings escaped Ottawa with two crucial Atlantic Division points thanks to John Gibson's stellar 34-save performance and opportunistic scoring from Andrew Copp, Dylan Larkin, James van Riemsdyk, and Lucas Raymond's sick goal. While Detroit looked disjointed with their new line combinations, they capitalized when it mattered most against Ottawa's struggling goaltending. Gibson continues proving he can steal games even when the team doesn't play well in front of him, answering questions about his ability to perform under pressure. Copp's breakaway goal showcased his remarkable turnaround from early season struggles, while JVR continued to excel, his veteran presence in front of the net set up Larkin's 22nd goal of the season on a beautiful power play sequence.

RED WINGS BEAT SENATORS (4:45)
Detroit wins ugly but wins nonetheless, outshot 37-21 but getting stellar goaltending from John Gibson and timely scoring.

LINEUP CHANGES (13:55)
New line combinations looked disjointed but Todd McLellan's roster shakeup continues taking shape.

DANIELSON TO GRAND RAPIDS (21:45)
Nate Danielson heads back to the Griffins while John Leonard remains with the big club.

TRADE RUMORS DISCUSSION (26:20)
Early deadline rumblings around the league and potential fits for Steve Yzerman's roster as trade season heats up - is Rasmus Andersson a fit to help Sandin-Pellikka on the right?

WORLD JUNIORS RECAP (44:55)
Updates on Red Wings prospects competing at the tournament, with Eddie Genborg winning gold with Sweden.

GRIFFINS AND OLYMPICS NEWS (50:40)
Grand Rapids updates as Shai Buium returns to action plus Tralmaks Olympic roster news.

OVERTIME (52:15)
Listener questions and mailbag segment wrapping up the episode.

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2026 is off to a bit of a rocky start for the Detroit Red Wings, and Todd McLellan isn't hesitating to make changes.

Tune in as we start by recapping Detroit's back-to-back losses to Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins, including the Emmitt Finnie-Dylan Larkin-Lucas Raymond line struggling, Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, and the rest of the Red Wings team seeming worn out (aside from Andrew Copp, Patrick Kane, and Alex DeBrincat), and more (3:10). Also, McLellan's new-look lineup, including John Leonard called back up from the Grand Rapids Griffins, what to make of Finnie, Nate Danielson, and Axel Sandin-Pellikka, whether Marco Kasper and Elmer Soderblom can shake things up with Larkin, and plenty more (17:55).

After that, we dive into what may be ailing Lucas Raymond and Dylan Larkin, whose 5-on-5 slumps have been significant - result of injury, or something else (35:40)? Next, NHL & international hockey news, including Logan Stanley dropping Brady Tkachuk, more on the Olympic hockey rosters (Edvinsson being left off) and Bill Guerin's tactics with the Hughes, Fox and Robertson being left off team USA, World Juniors updates as Eddie Genborg & Sweden move on and Finland shocking the U.S., & more (44:25).

All of that & lots more before we take your questions and comments in our Overtime segment (54:50) - enjoy!

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