Mike Babcock

Babcock disagrees with Redmond, others; says Wings are getting to the net

Mickey Redmond, the Red Wings’ television analyst, has been one person, among many, saying how the Nashville Predators are doing a good job of keeping the Wings to the outside. Redmond, and others, don’t feel the Wings are getting enough shots close enough to Predators goalie Pekka Rinne. Coach Mike Babcock doesn’t feel that’s totally … Continue Reading →

Red Wings, Blackhawks expect a tight race the rest of the season

The Red Wings, St. Louis and Chicago all have 53 points, leading the Central Division, at the halfway point of the regular season. Coach Mike Babcock and Red Wings players said after Sunday’s overtime victory in Chicago they expect the race to continue as close it is for the second half of the season. Blackhawks … Continue Reading →

Ty Conklin will get the start in net Sunday against Colorado Avalanche

When you looked at the Red Wings schedule Sunday’s game in Denver seemed like a good time to play goalie Ty Conklin. Sure enough, it appears Conklin will get the start Sunday when the Red Wings play the Colorado Avalanche. With Jimmy Howard playing so well, coach Mike Babcock was hesitant about making a switch. … Continue Reading →