The Hockeytown rollercoaster rolls on. This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down two completely different performances in back-to-back games, as game recaps & analysis covers the stunning win over Buffalo and the crushing loss to Philadelphia for Steve Yzerman's team..

(00:00) - Intro & Delirium
Trying to make sense of the Detroit Red Wings and their performances in a tight playoff race.

(04:05) - Red Wings vs. Sabres Game Recap
Red Wings score three first period goals against one of the league's hottest teams, including Alex DeBrincat and Lucas Raymond power play strikes. John Gibson stacks the pads, and Patrick Kane shushes his hometown crowd.

(14:05) - Red Wings vs. Philadelphia Flyers Game Recap - Disaster
Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson & Co. fall short in a frustrating home loss that perfectly encapsulates this team's inconsistency, including a late game flurry of goals from Appleton, DeBrincat, and Raymond.

(27:25) - What's Wrong With Detroit?
Dissecting why the Detroit Red Wings don't show up to big games so often. Is this on Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, and Alex DeBrincat, or is it more on the lack of depth?

(39:50) - Playoff Race Reality Check
Where the Wings stand after splitting two crucial games, and how many points they realistically need down the stretch.

(48:00) - Prospects Update - Augustine, Plante, Johansson
Grand Rapids Griffins getting reinforcements as Anton Johansson joins the club. Also, ELC watch for Trey Augustine, and where Max Plante may play next season.

(53:50) - Around the NHL - Torts is Back!
John Tortorella in for Bruce Cassidy in Vegas as the Golden Knights make a late season chance - will this work for Mitch Marner & Co.?

(1:03:40) - Overtime Mailbag
Your questions on the rebuild, whether Hockeytown has hope, and what Steve Yzerman should do this summer.

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Another March Sadness episode. This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers the Red Wings vs Senators crushing loss in what should have been their most winnable big game of the season. Hockeytown news and analysis breaks down where the playoff race stands, Larkin's return, and Yzerman extending JBD.

(00:55) - Intro

(03:30) - Ottawa Loss Breakdown
Red Wings fall to injury-depleted Senators on back-to-back despite Ottawa missing five defensemen including Jake Sanderson. Discussion on the Patrick Kane offside that negated an Alex DeBrincat goal, plus how Dylan Larkin's return, Yakemchuk's guaranteed goal, and DeBrincat and Zub's fight all ended in disappointment for Todd McLellan's squad.

(27:45) - Playoff Race Math
Breaking down where Detroit sits after the regulation loss and which teams they need to leapfrog with limited games remaining - can Steve Yzerman's roster do it? How much can Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson support from the back end for a stagnant offense?

(38:20) - Jacob Bernard-Docker Extension
Steve Yzerman extends JBD to a 2 year, $1.6 million AAV extension - what this means for the blue line depth, Axel Sandin-Pellikka, and future moves.

(46:00) - Axel Sandin Pellikka Sent Down
ASP returns to Grand Rapids Griffins before the Ottawa game - how is his path affected?

(53:40) - NHL Suspension Debate
Around the league discipline decisions and how stars like Connor McDavid may affect future changes with George Parros and Gary Bettman.

(1:05:00) - Overtime Q&A
Your questions on the March sadness in Hockeytown and whether it's truly over for the Red Wings' playoff hopes.

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Anxiety in Hockeytown...this Detroit Red Wings podcast delivers the Red Wings vs Canadiens recap & Boston heartbreak from Winged Wheel Podcast Night at the LCA, plus a live interview with Ken Daniels and Kirk Maltby! Detroit Red Wings news and analysis covers Alex DeBrincat's heroics, Andrew Copp's return, and another devastating third period collapse.

(00:00) - Intro: Detroit Red Wings Falling Out of the Race?
Another tough loss has Todd McLellan's squad reeling, as well as Red Wings fans everywhere.

(04:50) - Detroit vs. Montreal Win
DeBrincat blows the roof off LCA in the playoff-style win over Montreal. Andrew Copp returns ahead of schedule while Simon Edvinsson delivers chippy play against Cole Caufield and the Canadiens.

(11:25) - Red Wings vs. Boston Loss Analysis
Another third period collapse, including Gibson's tough night opposite a stellar Swayman. Also, Raymond and DeBrincat scoring, Seider and Edvinsson's lapses, & more as Detroit struggles without Dylan Larkin.

(29:05) - WWP Night at the LCA! Live Show with Ken Daniels
Live from Little Caesars Arena before the Bruins game, we host our 10th Winged Wheel Podcast Night at the LCA. Ken Daniels, Lead Announcer for the Detroit Red Wings, joins the show to talk Hockeytown, working alongside Mickey Redmond, Steve Yzerman's moves at the deadline, the playoff push, NHL news, and more.

(1:12:50) - Kirk Maltby Joins the Live Show
4x Stanley Cup Champion Kirk Maltby joins Ken and the gang on the live show to talk about his championship days, how he sees this Red Wings team progressing, tales from the era of Draper, Osgood, Bowman, and Fedorov, and plenty more.

(1:33:05) - Overtime Q&A
Your questions on the razor's edge playoff race and upcoming critical Ottawa Senators matchup.

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It's make or break time. This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the Red Wings vs. Flames comeback win via Patrick Kane's clutch performance. Hockeytown news & analysis covers the playoff push with Copp injury updates & the Atlantic race still neck-and-neck.

(00:00) - Playoff Push Futility
We open with some bleak overview on how Detroit's playoff hopes hinge on unbeatable teams losing, plus frustrations with three-point games hurting the Red Wings.

(06:34) - Red Wings vs Flames Game Recap
Dominik Shine gets the squad going with a fight that had Kane & Co. fired up. Patrick Kane & Alex DeBrincat leads the comeback after a sluggish first period! Emmitt Finnie and Albert Johansson step up and the power play finally clicks on Moritz Seider's 9th goal of the season.

(19:45) - Andrew Copp Injury Update
Copp returns to practice early and could be the knight in shining armor Detroit needs, following the David Perron blueprint from last week. Dylan Larkin and Michael Rasmussen stay sidelines, as Michael Brandsegg-Nygard is close and Axel Sandin-Pellikka seems poised for the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins.

(29:45) - Atlantic Division Standings Crisis
Columbus and Ottawa have just one regulation loss in their last 10 games combined - the playoff cutoff now projects to 99 points as teams below Detroit surge. Can Lucas Raymond, Todd McLellan, and the Red Wings keep pace?

(39:15) - Finnie at Center? & Red Wings Pipeline Updates
Eddie Genborg signs his ELC with Detroit, and heads to the Griffins for their finishing stretch. Also, Max Plante and Trey Augustine are honored in the NCAA as Hobey Baker finalists.

(46:55) - NHL Offseason Targets, League News, & the World Cup of Hockey
Breaking down potential offseason moves (Tuch, Lafreniere, Maccelli, or MacTavish?) and the complete meltdown around Auston Matthews and the Toronto Maple Leafs. Plus, Connor McDavid and the Edmonton Oilers facing a playoff push without Leon Draisaitl.

(1:10:30) - Overtime Mailbag
Listener questions on the playoff race, lineup decisions, and whether this team can actually make it to the postseason.

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This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers the Red Wings' narrowing playoff odds after games vs. Tampa Bay & Dallas. Hockeytown news & analysis breaks down how McLellan's injury-riddled roster is fighting to stay in the playoff race without Larkin and Copp.

(00:00) - Intro & Episode Overview
Evan's alarm clock mishaps and why this Detroit Red Wings stretch feels like the most crucial in podcast history.

(04:40) - Red Wings vs. Tampa Bay Lightning Game Recap
Detroit falls 4-1 but hangs tough against Nikita Kucherov's loaded Lightning squad. Justin Faulk's defensive impact shows but the Red Wings can't drive any offense to support it.

(14:20) - Red Wings vs. Dallas Stars Game Recap
David Perron returns! Jake Oettinger's own goal gives Detroit a lifeline in their battle for playoff positioning. Lucas Raymond steps up on a nice play from Finnie to tie it as Edvinsson, Seider, & the Red Wings steal a point off the Stars. Also, a look at the stretch of games ahead.

(32:00) - Larkin & Copp + Gut Check Time Ahead
Congratulations to Head Equipment Manager Paul Boyer on 2500 games! Also, a debate on why every single point matters down the stretch & what the runway is for Steve Yzerman's squad.

(39:50) - Playoff Race Updates, Lucas Raymond's Injury, and Detroit's Failing Power Play
Latest updates on the Eastern Conference playoff race vs. Montreal, Ottawa, Boston, and Columbus. Also, what Lucas Raymond may be battling, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard and Michael Rasmussen join the injured list, the Red Wings' failing power play, and more.

(51:15) - Around the NHL
League news and notes, Gudas taking out Matthews, and the Department of Player Safety taking heat.

(58:20) - Overtime & A Surprise Announcement!
Some personal news from one of the hosts! Also, your questions on playoff odds and more.

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This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the catastrophic Panthers collapse & Andrew Copp injury that sent shockwaves through Hockeytown. Detroit Red Wings news and analysis covers the blown lead, roster chaos, and plummeting playoff odds after the season's most devastating loss.

(00:00) - Red Wings Catastrophe Intro
The ultimate prank by the hockey gods as Detroit's season takes its darkest turn yet. Raw emotion and disbelief after Carter Verhaeghe's goal with 14 seconds left caps off a worst-case night for Todd McLellan's squad.

(06:20) - Panthers Loss Breakdown & Andrew Copp Injury Devastation
Up by one with 91 seconds left, everything unravels in Florida. Marco Kasper and Emmett Finnie show promise, but the Red Wings find new ways to break hearts. Despite looking decent without Dylan Larkin (and later in the game, Andrew Copp as well), Detroit's late breakdowns cost them dearly. Timing couldn't be worse as Copp goes down, leaving massive holes in Detroit's lineup. What can Lucas Raymond, Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, Moritz Seider, and Simon Edvinsson do to carry the team forward?

(26:15) - New Jersey Win Review
Before the nightmare, Detroit won a huge game where John Gibson and Cam Talbot combined for a shutout, Dominik Shine scored his 1st NHL goal, & Seider & JVR led the way. Michael Brandsegg-Nygard also had a big physical impact in his return.

(36:25) - John Leonard, Eduards Tralmaks, and Sheldon Dries Recalled
What can the Grand Rapids Griffins recruits do in relief? Will Nate Danielson or Amadeus Lombardi come up later? How can Detroit's existing depth show their worth via Rasmussen or Compher?

(53:40) - NHL News & Playoff Race Nightmare Update
Buffalo & Tampa Bay play an all-timer as Dahlin enrages Hagel in a wild game. Also, every desirable outcome went the opposite way around the league. Boston, Buffalo, Montreal, and Ottawa keep surging as Detroit's path narrows.

(1:06:35) - Overtime Mailbag
Your questions on the bleak outlook, playoff odds, and what the injuries means for Detroit's future.

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The Hockey Gods are cruel. This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers Dylan Larkin's scary knee injury immediately after the trade deadline, & Hockeytown news & analysis breaks down the playoff race implications and what comes next for Todd McLellan's squad, as well as Detroit vs. Florida game recaps (among others).

(00:00) - Intro & Spring Forward
Recording on short notice after Larkin's injury changes everything for Detroit's playoff push.

(04:20) - Dylan Larkin Injury Breakdown
Larkin's knee buckles on a non-contact play just hours after trade deadline moves - updates on his timeline to return.

(14:00) - Playoff Race Reality Check
How does losing the captain affect Detroit's postseason chances with Steve Yzerman's Justin Faulk acquisition looking different now?

(22:10) - MBN Call-Up Discussion
Michael Brandsegg-Nygard called up from the Grand Rapids Grifinsas Red Wings deal with roster uncertainty moving forward. Can MBN complement Lucas Raymond, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, and the rest of the Wings' forwards?

(32:20) - Recent Games Catch-Up
Reviewing Detroit's performances missed during trade deadline coverage - offensive struggles continue.

(35:50) - Red Wings News & NHL Trade Deadline Fallout
Yzerman confirmed to have been considering Ristolainen, Carter Mazur and Mickey Redmond return, and a full NHL-wide trade deadline recap: Nazem Kadri, Schenn, Carlson, and more big deals (plus who could be available in the summer, maybe Adam Fox or Robert Thomas).

(57:05) - NHL News - Evgeni Malkin Suspension
Mark Stone goes on IR once again; Penguins star suspended for 5 games (while Crosby is still out) for a wild slash to Dahlin's head.

(59:45) - Overtime Mailbag
Your questions on Larkin's timeline, playoff odds, and what the injury means for Detroit's future.

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This trade deadline emergency episode Detroit Red Wings podcast delivers immediate reaction to Steve Yzerman's trade deadline moves, including the Justin Faulk blockbuster, breaking down all three deals as the playoff push intensifies.

(00:00) - Trade Deadline Emergency Episode
Breaking down Yzerman's three moves: Faulk acquisition, David Perron's return, and Elmer Soderblom's departure.

(5:10) - Justin Faulk Trade Analysis
Faulk brings steady right-shot defense behind Moritz Seider, but the price tag includes an unprotected 1st round pick and Dimitri Buchelnikov.

(23:50) - David Perron Comeback
Perron returns on an expiring deal for a conditional pick that escalates if Detroit reaches the second round.

(35:05) - Elmer Soderblom to Pittsburgh
Soderblom heads to the Penguins for San Jose's 2026 third-round pick in a space-making move.

(42:10) - Deadline Winners and Losers
How Detroit's moves stack up across the league and what it means for Todd McLellan's playoff chances, as well as what this mean's for Axel Sandin-Pellikka's role on the defense behind Seider, Edvinsson, Chiarot, and now Faulk. Also, how can this help Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Patrick Kane, and Alex DeBrincat on offense? Did Yzerman succeed, or was missing out on Rasmus Ristolainen, Robert Thomas or Vincent Trocheck still a miss?

(57:45) - Overtime Mailbag
Your questions on the trades, cap implications, and whether Yzerman overpaid for immediate help.

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