#detroit-red-wings

#detroit-red-wings

Last week we discussed potentially trading Alexis Lafreniere and Braden Schneider as part of the Rangers' ongoing retool. Much of the recent media focus has centered on who might be leaving New York, but far less attention has been paid to what could come back in return. Today begins a look at potential trade partners, starting with scouting the Detroit Red Wings. The fit in Detroit for Braden Schneider, Vincent Trocheck, and/or Alexis Lafreniere is an interesting one.

Welcome back to another edition of Around the NHL, as this week is full of advanced trade talks, some Olympic watch, and a couple of feel-good stories as well. There have been plenty of trade conversations throughout the league as general managers are trying to complete deals before the Olympic roster freeze. Heading into the last week of January, there's been plenty of surprises across the NHL,

Joseph Woll did not have a good time Monday night as the Minnesota Wild strolled into the Toronto Maple Leafs' building and earned a decisive 6-3 win. The Leafs netminder experienced a thrashing right in front of him and had to eventually be pulled from the crease. But, he's being given another chance. Ahead of Wednesday night's matchup against the Detroit Red Wings, it was confirmed that Woll will once again get the start against a very good team.

Simple, clean, and classy are just some of the words that epitomise the Detroit Red Wings legendary jerseys, and their special edition jerseys over the years haven't disappointed either. A staple of the NHL, and a classic crest and jersey that can, and will never be changed, but here are my rankings of the team's last five special edition jerseys.

"I was counting on a different role, I signed the contract hoping to play, but after I arrived they made it clear: your job is to fight," he explained. "It was a shock for me. They left no room for maneuver."

Last season was another close call for the Detroit Red WIngs to make the playoffs. Another point here and there would have closed the deal for Detroit, but they sat on the outside looking in again. This season, there is hope they will break that barrier and once again compete for the Stanley Cup. Here is a look into what could become of the upcoming season and one bold take.

With just 33.1 seconds left in regulation, Robert Lang tied the game, allowing Mathieu Schneider to score the overtime winner, leading Detroit to a crucial victory over San Jose.