WJC Updates & Solving Goaltending Issue
We give an update on Red Wings prospects at the WJC and look at how the goalie problem could be solved.
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Red Wings Prospect Check-In at the World Juniors
January 1, 2024 by Jordan Orth
After last year’s World Junior Championship (WJC) which saw the Detroit Red Wings only have one prospect representing their country (Red Savage), they have five for the 2024 WJC. The tournament’s preliminary round has concluded with the quarterfinals starting on Jan. 2, so how have the Red Wings’ prospects performed so far?
3 Takeaways From Red Wings’ 5-3 Loss to the Bruins
January 1, 2024 by Jordan Orth
The Detroit Red Wings looked to build off a much-needed win against the Nashville Predators on Dec. 29 when they took on the Boston Bruins on New Year’s Eve (Dec. 31) but ended up being stymied by the Bruins and strong goaltending from Jeremy Swayman. While the Red Wings took the loss, there were some positive takeaways from the game.
3 Ways to Fix the Red Wings’ Goaltending Situation
Decemeber 31, 2023 by Devin Little
With the Red Wings suddenly plummeting down the Eastern Conference standings, every game allowing three, four, five and even six goals only compounds the issue. Even when the team’s offense seems capable of keeping them in the game, they don’t receive the same clutch saves that other goalies provide for their teams across the NHL. If the Red Wings are serious about making a playoff push this season, they need to do something to stabilize their situation in the crease.