It was a scare but nothing more. A deflected puck caught forward Patrick Eaves square on his jaw during Tuesday’s practice, the same jaw that was broken in November 2011 (and led to a concussion) that kept Eaves out the rest of last season. But further tests Tuesday afternoon showed nothing serious. “Eaves’ jaw is … Continue Reading →
Defenseman Kyle Quincey has a fractured cheekbone and will miss four to six weeks according to general manager Ken Holland. Whether Quincey needs surgery will be determined in the next week. With Quincey out, this creates an opportunity for Ian White to re-enter the lineup, as he did over the weekend. Kent Huskins is also … Continue Reading →
Maybe, just maybe, a hint of optimism in regards to forward Darren Helm. General manager Ken Holland said this morning Helm met with a back specialist Wednesday and the doctor feels optimistic they’ve narrowed the problem to a ligament in the back. As a matter of fact, Helm said he felt better after getting an … Continue Reading →
General manager Ken Holland says forward Henrik Zetterberg is “sick today” and that’s the reason the Wings captain wasn’t on the ice today. Zetterberg played during Tuesday’s 4-1 victory over Dallas and the Red Wings were off yesterday, which created a bit of a buzz this afternoon when Zetterberg wasn’t on the ice.
General manager Ken Holland coach Mike Babcock defended their bell ringing title Tuesday for The Salvation Army’s Red Kettle Campaign. Four duos of Red Wings personnel raised a grand total of $24,438.69, a 42.5 percent increase from last year’s total of $17,150. During a two-hour span of bell ringing at Hiller’s Market in downtown Northville, … Continue Reading →
This time, it really does look like Justin Abdelkader will finally have a new contract finalized. The restricted free agent forward has been patiently waiting for a new contract to be worked out with the Red Wings all summer. Abdelkader was going to contact his agent later today and a contract should be finalized and … Continue Reading →
Danny Cleary has a date for his knee surgery. General manager Ken Holland said Cleary will have surgery on his left knee May 8, a procedure which should get Cleary into training camp healthy and ready to play in September. “He’ll have it next week and he should be good to go,” Holland said. Cleary … Continue Reading →
General manager Ken Holland has said in recent days he has cut off any more contract talks until the end of the playoffs. That will make for some intriguing developments once the Wings’ season ultimately ends, whenever that will be. The futures of Nicklas Lidstrom, Tomas Holmstrom, Brad Stuart, and Jiri Hudler, in particular, will … Continue Reading →
Here’s one aspect of trade deadline day that’s not particularly funny for anyone concerned. One internet rumor Monday morning had Brad Stuart suddenly being traded to the New York Rangers for draft picks. Out of the blue, just like that. A top-four Wings defenseman who wasn’t being shopped at all by the team. And that’s … Continue Reading →