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May, 2010

RWC Report: Johnston achieves rare Red Wings feat » | May 25, 2010
Stephen Johnston has achieved a rare feat for Detroit Red Wings draft picks. More »

April, 2010

RWC Report: Time right for Andersson jump » | April 20, 2010
North America beckons for Joakim Andersson. More »

RWC Report: Ehrhardt eases into the pros » | April 13, 2010
The Detroit Red Wings have had success dipping into the free agent pool over the years, and Travis Ehrhardt is their latest project. More »

RWC Report: Mixed reviews on the farm » | April 6, 2010
One of the worst seasons in franchise history has led to mixed reviews, at the very best, for members of the Grand Rapids Griffins. More »

March, 2010

RWC Report: Mursak satisfies need for speed » | March 23, 2010
Right behind you, Darren — literally. That's the case for Grand Rapids Griffins right-winger Jan Mursak, at least in the foot-speed department. More »

RWC Report: Tatar 'relevant in every game' » | March 16, 2010
It's been more than a decade since the Detroit Red Wings have had a prospect climb as far and as quickly as 18-year-old Tomas Tatar. More »

RWC Report: Kindl prepares for NHL duty » | March 9, 2010
Jakub Kindl has all but locked up an NHL roster spot with the Detroit Red Wings next season but remains a work in progress. More »

RWC Report: Growing pains for McCollum » | March 2, 2010
Thomas McCollum is one of the brightest young goalies the Detroit Red Wings have had in ages, but you wouldn't know it right now. More »

February, 2010

RWC Report: Ferraro leaving "freak" injury behind » | February 23, 2010
This hasn’t been the season Landon Ferraro hoped for, but he’s found his stride in the new year and he’s finally going to the WHL playoffs. More »

RWC Report: Prospects seek Memorial Cup glory » | February 16, 2010
The Detroit Red Wings will be well-represented when the playoffs open around the Canadian Hockey League in a month’s time. More »

RWC Report: Wings boast Hobey hopefuls » | February 9, 2010
No Detroit Red Wings prospect has ever won the Hobey Baker award, but Gustav Nyquist and Brendan Smith are taking their best shots. More »

Janaury, 2010

Tatar grabs No. 1 spot from Kindl » | January 28, 2010
Tomas Tatar would be having an outstanding American Hockey League rookie campaign if he were a 20-year-old. The fact that he is just 18 is what makes his early success as a pro that much more remarkable. More »

RWC Report: Kolosov quietly gets it done » | January 26, 2010
Sergei Kolosov doesn't show up in many boxscores or headlines. But the Detroit Red Wings hope he shows up in the NHL some day. More »

RWC Report: Pyett turns it around » | January 19, 2010
Logan Pyett is putting together a bounce-back season. More »

RWC Report: Larsson, next in line, learns ropes » | January 12, 2010
The past couple of weeks haven't been kind to Daniel Larsson — or any goaltender for the Grand Rapids Griffins, for that matter. More »

RWC Report: Scoring sensation Smith shines » | January 5, 2010
The Detroit Red Wings have drafted countless defensemen over the past 20 years, but none have shown offensive promise like Brendan Smith. More »

December, 2009

RWC Report: Mursak back in the spotlight » | December 29, 2009
Jan Mursak is scoring his way back to prominence. More »

RWC Report: Almqvist waits for world stage » | December 15, 2009
For all Adam Almqvist has accomplished this season, it might not be enough to get the 18-year-old blueliner to the world junior championship. More »

RWC Report: Andersson gets bumped in Sweden » | December 1, 2009
When the Frolunda Indians unexpectedly gained Joel Lundqvist, it came at a cost for Detroit Red Wings prospect Joakim Andersson. More »

November, 2009

Kindl tops preliminary RWC ranking » | November 26, 2009
Jakub Kindl has his shortcomings, but he also has a future with on the Detroit Red Wings’ blue line — and that future will begin in 2010. More »

RWC Report: Samuelsson 'better shape up' » | November 24, 2009
It's a good thing for Swedish forward Jesper Samuelsson there is no International Ice Hockey Federation transfer agreement in place. More »

RWC Report: Ferraro shakes off injury » | November 17, 2009
Landon Ferraro is slowly coming around. More »

RWC Report: Emmerton showing flashes » | November 10, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings have always been big believers in Cory Emmerton, and he’s showing flashes of why that faith is warranted. More »

RWC Report: Nestrasil ahead of the curve » | November 3, 2009
It's impressive enough that Andrej Nestrasil finds himself 10th in Quebec Major Junior Hockey League scoring early this season. More »

October, 2009

RWC Report: Nyquist enjoying sophomore success » | October 27, 2009
If there's a Swedish phrase for "sophomore slump," Detroit Red Wings prospect Gustav Nyquist doesn't appear to know it yet. More »

RWC Report: Fournier shoulders the load » | October 20, 2009
Gleason Fournier found a great way to make up for lost time. More »

RWC Report: Coetzee a free-agent find » | October 13, 2009
Willie Coetzee is proving to be quite a find. More »

RWC Report: Almqvist ripping it up » | October 6, 2009
Adam Almqvist's eye-popping numbers in the Swedish junior ranks are cause for optimism, but nobody should get carried away just yet. More »

September, 2009

Red Wings bid farewell to Traverse City » | September 16, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings' training camp in Traverse City was short but sweet. More | Photos

Tatar guns for spot with Griffins » | September 15, 2009
Tomas Tatar hopes to make the Detroit Red Wings think twice. More | Photos

Finns, Williams off to strong start » | September 14, 2009
Ville Leino, Valtteri Filppula and Jason Williams are showing signs of filling an offensive void for the Detroit Red Wings. More | Photos

Nestrasil puts unease behind » | September 13, 2009
Andrej Nestrasil is glad last season is behind him. More »

One Helm of a comparison » | September 12, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings compare Brent Raedeke to Darren Helm — and Raedeke is doing his best to emulate the hard-hitting speedster. More »

Axelsson knows he 'can be better' » | September 11, 2009
Swedish winger Dick Axelsson is looking to step up his game heading into the Detroit Red Wings' main training camp on the weekend. More | Photos

Callahan an agitator by choice » | September 10, 2009
Mitchell Callahan is happy to be called an irritant. More »

Rising Lashoff earns his keep » | September 9, 2009
A year has made a world of difference for Brian Lashoff. More »

Tatar terrific in Traverse City » | September 8, 2009
Tomas Tatar is putting on a show in Traverse City. More | Photos

Mursak hungry for more » | September 7, 2009
Jan Mursak is hoping he does a lot less sitting and a lot more scoring. More | Photos

Ryno's reprise » | September 6, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings are hoping the second time in North America is a charm for lanky Swedish forward Johan Ryno. More | Photos

August, 2009

Trio of tryouts » | August 18, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings have invited just three tryouts to September's annual prospects tournament and training camp in Traverse City, Mich. More »

July, 2009

Shades of Ray » | July 6, 2009
A scouting report on Ray Ferraro once read, "his skating won't win any medals ... He has a choppy stride and lacks rink-long speed." More »

Late-blooming Jensen on the rise » | July 4, 2009
When Detroit Red Wings scout David Kolb first saw Nick Jensen play in Minnesota's high school ranks, he saw an unpolished gem. More »

Almqvist has a sense of wonder » | July 3, 2009
Adam Almqvist has a skill the Detroit Red Wings covet. Not only does he have it, but from what they've seen, it's off the charts. More »

Nestrasil 'ready to battle every shift' » | July 2, 2009
Andrej Nestrasil didn't need much time to adjust to North America. More »

Feet-first Fournier a fit for Wings » | July 1, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings are wowed by Gleason Fournier's feet. More »

June, 2009

Tatar tops Red Wings' charts » | June 30, 2009
Some scouts peg Tomas Tatar as a one-hit wonder. The Detroit Red Wings have done their homework and hope he one day strikes platinum. More »

Yappin', scrappin' Callahan breaks the mold » | June 29, 2009
It's been 11 years since the Detroit Red Wings drafted a kid with 188 penalty minutes, but they couldn't pass on Mitchell Callahan. More »

Triple threat: Ferraro, Tatar and Nestrasil » | June 27, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings walked away from the 2009 NHL draft saying they'd nabbed three first-round picks — without actually using one. More »

Abdelkader grabs vacated top spot » | June 17, 2009
Justin Abdelkader has catapulted him to the top of Red Wings Central's end-of-season prospect ranking. More »

Training camp ticket sale set » | June 17, 2009
Tickets for the Detroit Red Wings' training camp in Traverse City, Mich., will go on sale on June 27 at Center Ice Arena. The sale runs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. More »

Ericsson, Helm are silver lining » | June 15, 2009
Although the Detroit Red Wings will feel the sting of losing in the Stanley Cup Final for months to come, perhaps they can find some comfort from the not-so-quiet emergence of youngsters Jonathan Ericsson and Darren Helm. More »

Training camp dates set » | June 8, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings will hold their annual prospects tournament and training camp at Center Ice Arena in Traverse City, Mich., starting Sept. 6. More »

Wings let go of Torquato, Cameron » | June 1, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings have taken a pass on Zack Torquato and Randy Cameron, allowing both prospects to re-enter the NHL draft. More »

May, 2009

Griffins' job well done » | May 11, 2009
The Grand Rapids Griffins' season can only be categorized as a success. More »

Rocky road for AHL rookies » | May 4, 2009
The American Hockey League has not been kind thus far to touted Grand Rapids Griffins rookies Jan Mursak and Logan Pyett. More »

April, 2009

Scouting horizons expanding » | April 27, 2009
With the NHL draft trimmed to just seven rounds, the Detroit Red Wings are innovating new ways to uncover quality prospects. More »

Pearce a net gain » | April 20, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings bought themselves some security and a solid goaltending prospect with last week's signing of Jordan Pearce. More »

McCollum's junior swan song? » | April 13, 2009
This is very likely Thomas McCollum's major junior swan song. More »

Piche fits puck-moving mold » | April 6, 2009
The Detroit Red Wings make no secret about the type of defenseman they covet, and they think Sebastien Piche fits the mold perfectly. More »

March, 2009

Torquato makes best of tough situation » | March 30, 2009
When the Detroit Red Wings drafted Zack Torquato, they saw him as a guy who'd put up 100-plus points in each of his next two seasons. More »

Goalie curse stretches to 18 years » | March 23, 2009
For all the shrewd drafting the Detroit Red Wings have done in the past two decades, a homegrown goaltender continues to elude them. More »

Green Griffins as good as ever hopefuls » | March 16, 2009
The kids are getting it done for the Grand Rapids Griffins. More »

Crunch time for contract hopefuls » | March 9, 2009
When it comes contracts, consider Joakim Andersson all but a done deal, Zack Torquato a good bet, and Randy Cameron a coin toss. More »

Pare in right place, right time? » | March 2, 2009
It's not often Red Wings Central devotes its weekly update to a prospect not signed by Detroit, but Francis Pare is a special case. More »

February, 2009

Steady Kolosov opens eyes » | Feb. 23, 2009
The next Andreas Lilja? That's not likely to create a buzz in Hockeytown, but the Red Wings are quietly hoping to groom exactly that. More »

McGrath 'back on the map' » | Feb. 16, 2009
Evan McGrath is finally putting it together in the pros. More »

Cayer creating havoc at Clarkson » | Feb. 9, 2009
It’s been a long time since the Detroit Red Wings had a 6-foot-3 forward prospect who is a crasher, a banger, and has decent skills to boot. More »

Rufenach must refine free-wheeling game » | Feb. 2, 2009
The good news for free-wheeling defenseman Bryan Rufenach is, he is blessed with hockey assets that are not easily taught. More »

January, 2009

Mid-season ranking: Ericsson remains No. 1 » | Jan. 28, 2009
Jonathan Ericsson and Darren Helm cling to their No. 1 and 2 spots in Red Wings Central's mid-season ranking. More »

Johnston jumps, but can go higher » | Jan. 26, 2009
Even though Stephen Johnston has nearly quadrupled his point total this season, he may only have scratched the surface of his potential. More »

Nyquist gets top marks in college » | Jan. 19, 2009
Gustav Nyquist's accomplishments at Maine would be impressive enough if he wasn't a freshman and hadn't played his whole life in Sweden. More »

Not drafted, but no slouch » | Jan. 12, 2009
When you hear the Detroit Red Wings talk about Brian Lashoff, it's hard to fathom how the 6-foot-3, 190-pound defenseman wasn't drafted. More »

Larsson pushing Howard in AHL » | Jan. 5, 2009
Daniel Larsson is giving Jim Howard a run for his money. More »

December, 2008

Smith 'playing more like a defenseman' » | Dec. 22, 2008
Brendan Smith has always been known a hyper-offensive defenseman whose attention to defensive detail is lacking. Lately? More »

Axelsson 'won't make it' without changes » | Dec. 15, 2008
If Dick Axelsson has any hope of one day suiting up for the Detroit Red Wings, his current work habits simply aren't going to cut it. More »

Nicastro progresses in Windy City » | Dec. 8, 2008
Max Nicastro has taken a step forward in his development as a sophomore in the United States Hockey League with the Chicago Steel. More »

Will Howard's time come? » | Dec. 1, 2008
There are more than a few followers of the Detroit Red Wings who figure Jimmy Howard should already be tending goal in the NHL. More »

November, 2008

Rock-solid Abdelkader cools down » | Nov. 24, 2008
Justin Abdelkader has fallen back to earth as an American Hockey League rookie after an abnormal scoring binge in October. More »

Kindl making sophomore strides » | Nov. 17, 2008
Jakub Kindl is looking like a first-round draft pick again. More »

Preliminary ranking: Ericsson No. 1 » | Nov. 12, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings' prospect pipeline is clogged at the top and virtually overflowing with mature, NHL-ready talent. More »

Ritola rising in Grand Rapids » | Nov. 10, 2008
Less than two years ago, Mattias Ritola couldn't crack the point-per-game barrier in little more than a beer league, Sweden's third level. More »

Another Swedish gem? » | Nov. 3, 2008
Will Gustav Nyquist prove to be Hakan Andersson's latest find? More »

October, 2008

Ryno catches bad break » | Oct. 27, 2008
Johan Ryno's development has hit another major snag. More »

Johnston matches rookie point total » | Oct. 20, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings were right — Stephen Johnston's nine-point rookie campaign didn't even scratch the surface of his potential. More »

Cameron eyes contract » | Oct. 13, 2008
Randy Cameron is hoping to benefit from playing on one of the best teams in the Canadian Hockey League in a pivotal contract year. More »

High hopes for "bonus draft picks" » | Oct. 6, 2008
Consider Brent Raedeke and Brian Lashoff "bonus draft picks" — who the Detroit Red Wings feel very, very strongly about. More »

September, 2008

Emmerton no shock to this system » | Sept. 25, 2008
Cory Emmerton is a prototypical Detroit Red Wings forward, with a gifted offensive mind and the puck-possession skill to match. More »

Green Griffins hope for success » | Sept. 22, 2008
The Grand Rapids Griffins will boast a new, younger look this season. More »

Red Wings cut 12 from camp » | Sept. 21, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings have made their first round of training-camp cuts. More »

Decisions loom on blue line » | Sept. 21, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings have big decisions to make on the blue line. More »

Wings' backup plan slowly forming » | Sept. 20, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings are making sure Jimmy Howard earns his way into a full-time job in the National Hockey League. More »

Axelsson studies up in Traverse City » | Sept. 18, 2008
Dick Axelsson is getting a crash course in North American hockey. More »

Bouncing back would be a plus » | Sept. 17, 2008
Jakub Kindl is hoping to turn a negative into a positive. More »

Emmerton gets fresh start as rookie pro » | Sept. 16, 2008
Cory Emmerton is eager to put a nightmarish season behind him. More »

Small D Pyett ready for big jump » | Sept. 15, 2008
The next Brian Rafalski? That'd suit Logan Pyett just fine. More »

McCollum all smiles with Red Wings » | Sept. 14, 2008
Thomas McCollum has been all smiles since arriving in Traverse City, Mich. More »

Abdelkader stands tall in win » | Sept. 13, 2008
Although it didn't show on the scoresheet, Justin Abdelkader was a force for the Detroit Red Wings on Saturday night in Traverse City, Mich. More »

August, 2008

Red Wings invite nine free agents » | Aug. 28, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings have invited nine free agents to try out at their annual prospects tournament in Traverse City, Mich., beginning Sept. 13. More »

Red Wings invite Swan for tryout » | Aug. 1, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings have invited former Anaheim Ducks second-round draft pick Bryce Swan to their training camp in September. More »

June, 2008

The Maine Swedish attraction » | June 27, 2008
Hakan Andersson chooses his words carefully when asked about Gustav Nyquist's chances of one day playing for the Detroit Red Wings. More »

Red Wings sign Kolosov » | June 26, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings have signed hard-hitting Belarusian defenseman Sergei Kolosov to a two-year entry-level contract. More »

Mini-Matthias poised for breakthrough? » | June 26, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings will probably regret trading Shawn Matthias for years to come, but Stephen Johnston may help ease some of the pain. More »

Cayer plays with 'chip on his shoulder' » | June 25, 2008
If there is one thing the Detroit Red Wings have struggled to find through the draft, it’s big, hard-nosed skaters. More »

Prospect signing deadlines being ironed out » | June 24, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings have until July 1 to decide whether to sign hard-hitting Belarusian blueliner Sergei Kolosov or cut him lose. More »

Mighty Max 'good at everything' » | June 24, 2008
You won't catch many scouts saying bad things about Max Nicastro. But there's a catch: You won't catch many raving about him, either. More »

At last, a Swedish super set-up man » | June 23, 2008
Hakan Andersson counts himself lucky for making the trip to Norrkoping, Sweden, to watch Jesper Samuelsson play before Christmas. More »

Red Wings draft wide range of talent » | June 22, 2008
When asked if the Detroit Red Wings landed another Henrik Zetterberg or Pavel Datsyuk in the NHL draft in Ottawa, Jim Nill had this to say. More »

Red Wings draft goalie McCollum | June 21, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings selected goaltender Thomas McCollum with their first-round pick (30th overall) in the NHL entry draft in Ottawa on Friday night. More »

Red Wings have rare first-round pick | June 20, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings are scheduled to pick 30th overall in the first round of Friday's NHL entry draft at Scotiabank Place in Ottawa. More »

Ranking Update: Ericsson, Helm usurp Howard | June 11, 2008
Jonathan Ericsson and Darren Helm have bounced Jimmy Howard from the top of Red Wings Central’s end-of-season prospect ranking. More »

Kolosov, Axelsson not signed | May 30, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings didn't sign European prospects Sergei Kolosov and Anton Axelsson by Sunday's deadline. More »

May, 2008

Red Wings will return to Traverse City | May 30, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings will again host their annual prospects tournament and training camp at Center Ice Arena in Traverse City, Mich. More »

RWC Report: Will 2006 draft class deliver? | May 26, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings’ 2006 draft class keeps looking better and better. More »

RWC Report: Larsson positioned for success | May 19, 2008
Daniel Larsson is positioned for success in North America. More »

RWC Report: Coach unsure about Leino's NHL future | May 12, 2008
There is a long silence when Doug Shedden is asked whether Ville Leino will be successful in the NHL. More »

RWC Report: Red Wings keep getting 'lucky' | May 5, 2008
Darren Helm is your classic Detroit Red Wings diamond-in-the-rough. Late pick. Drafted higher than projected. More »

April, 2008

RWC Report: The European prospect conundrum | April 28, 2008
There isn't much doubt that skilled Swedish sniper Dick Axelsson will sign a contract with the Detroit Red Wings. More »

RWC Report: Who is finding these guys? | April 21, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings are consistently finding NHL talent every year they sit down at the draft table. So who's finding these guys? More »

RWC Report: Griffins' rough season not a lost cause | April 14, 2008
The Grand Rapids Griffins fell well short of expectations this season, but the Detroit Red Wings still have plenty to smile about on the farm. More »

RWC Report: Playoffs bring Mursak's best | April 7, 2008
With Belleville Bulls offensive leader Shawn Matthias on the shelf, Jan Mursak is stepping up his game when it counts the most. More »

March, 2008

RWC Report: How long must Ericsson wait? | March 31, 2008
That’s the big question surrounding Ericsson, a 6-foot-5, 218-pound blueline stud who would probably already have a full-time job on most NHL teams. More »

RWC Report: Emmerton endures forgettable season | March 24, 2008
Cory Emmerton’s final year of junior hockey was supposed to be a memorable one, but so far, it’s one he’ll probably want to forget. More »

RWC Report: Oulahen puts in time on farm | March 17, 2008
The calls keep coming to the Grand Rapids Griffins, but Ryan Oulahen's cellphone number hasn't been dialed — at least not yet. More »

RWC Report: Anton finishes strong | March 10, 2008
Anton Axelsson started slow and finished strong. More »

RWC Report: Cameron relishes bigger role | March 3, 2008
The Moncton Wildcats have gone young, and Randy Cameron is benefiting in the second half of the Quebec Major Junior Hockey League season. More »

RWC Report: Hat Trick Dick cools off | February 25, 2008
Where have you gone, Dick Axelsson? The Detroit Red Wings' top European prospect has hit a wall in the second half of the Swedish Elite League season. More »

February, 2008

RWC Report: McGrath's transition rocky | February 18, 2008
Evan McGrath couldn't be having a rockier transition to the pros. More »

RWC Report: Ritola makes positive impact | February 11, 2008
Mattias Ritola has been a big plus for the Grand Rapids Griffins this season. More »

RWC Report: Quincey waits his turn | February 4, 2008
Detroit Red Wings assistant general manager Jim Nill calls it "getting-sent-down syndrome," and Kyle Quincey is trying to shake a case of it. More »

January, 2008

Ranking update: Howard stays No. 1, Ericsson soars | January 30, 2008
Jimmy Howard will soon graduate at the top of the class. The 23-year-old goaltender retains his perch atop Red Wings Central's mid-season prospect ranking. More »

RWC Report: Helm makes AHL impact | January 28, 2008
You wouldn’t know it from looking at statistics alone, but Darren Helm is having one of the best seasons of any prospect in the Detroit Red Wings’ system. More »

RWC Report: Crunch time for Swedes | January 21, 2008
The Detroit Red Wings will be keeping a close eye on a couple of Swedish prospects in contract years over the next few months. More »

RWC Report: Twenty below, Kindl struggles | January 14, 2008
A total of 917 players have skated in the American Hockey League this season. Exactly 913 of them have better plus-minus ratings than Jakub Kindl. More »

RWC Report: Grigorenko stalls in Russia | January 7, 2008
Igor Grigorenko hasn't exactly enjoyed a storybook return to Russia. The long-time prospect has been unproductive since joining Salavat Yulaev. More »

December, 2007

RWC Report: Another for the six-feet-and-under club? | December 24, 2007
The Detroit Red Wings' defense corps already includes four members of the six-feet-and-under club. Another — Logan Pyett — is waiting in the wings. More »

RWC Report: Smith learning the ropes | December 17, 2007
Detroit Red Wings first-round pick Brendan Smith is learning the defensive ropes this season as a freshman with the Wisconsin Badgers. More »

RWC Report: Abdelkader likely to sign | December 10, 2007
There’s a good chance the name of left-winger Justin Abdelkader will be added to the Detroit Red Wings’ prospect signing class of 2008. More »

RWC Report: Prospects to smile about (or not) | December 3, 2007
Three prospects to be happy with this season: 1. Dick Axelsson — It’s great news for the Red Wings that the talented Axelsson ... More »

November, 2007

RWC Report: Andersson excels in Sweden | November 26, 2007
Joakim Andersson is playing about as well as the Detroit Red Wings could have hoped for an 18-year-old at Sweden's second level. More »

RWC Report: Hat Trick Dick has skill to die for | November 12, 2007
Dick Axelsson might be the best prospect nobody's ever heard of. The 21-year-old left-winger has flown under the radar, passed over ... More »

Prospect ranking update: Howard still No. 1 | November 7, 2007
Jimmy Howard is No. 1 on Red Wings Central’s 2007-08 preliminary prospect ranking, his third straight placement atop the list. More »

RWC Report: Ryno producing as AHL rookie | November 5, 2007
Johan Ryno is off to a productive start in North America. The 6-foot-5, 209-pound left-winger is showing flashes of his upside as an AHL rookie. More »

October, 2007

RWC Report: Mursak, Emmerton see production drop | October 29, 2007
It's safe to say the Detroit Red Wings didn't anticipate this when they dealt prospect Shawn Matthias for Todd Bertuzzi last March. More »

RWC Report: Grand Larsson | October 22, 2007
Detroit Red Wings goaltending prospect Daniel Larsson is off to a terrific start early in the Swedish Elite League season. More »

RWC Report: Who's hot and who's not | October 15, 2007
With the season already a month old, Red Wings Central takes a quick look at the early trends in the Detroit Red Wings' system. More »

RWC Report: Swedes hit ice | October 1, 2007
The Swedish Elite League opened for business this past week, with three Detroit Red Wings prospects getting their seasons started. More »

September, 2007

RWC Report: Season underway | September 24, 2007
The season is already underway for five Detroit Red Wings prospects who will spend the year in the Canadian Hockey League. More »

Oulahen makes progress | September 17, 2007
Ryan Oulahen doesn't have the flash and dash of other prospects and doesn't play the type of game that makes many headlines. More | Photo Gallery

Twelve cuts announced | September 16, 2007
The Detroit Red Wings cut two prospects and 10 free-agent tryouts on Sunday at training camp in Traverse City, Mich. More »

Time is now for Meech | September 16, 2007
Derek Meech believes his time is now. The 5-foot-11, 197-pound defensemen is one of several players vying for ... More | Photo Gallery

Howard: Ready or not? | September 15, 2007
Jimmy Howard wants to prove he's ready for NHL duty. The Detroit Red Wings goaltender is entering his third year in the pros ... More | Photo Gallery

Torquato steps up | September 12, 2007
Zack Torquato has something to prove to the Detroit Red Wings and 29 other NHL teams. More | Plus-Minus | Photo Gallery | Prospects Tourney Results

Ritola: 'I've played pretty bad' | September 11, 2007
Mattias Ritola has done little to stand out in his first week in North America. And the Swedish right-winger is the first to admit it. More | Plus-Minus | Photo Gallery

Improved McGrath shines | September 9, 2007
Evan McGrath is showing off a vastly improved game -- he's working hard, playing with intensity and even flashing some grit. More | Plus-Minus | Photo Gallery

Grigorenko 'great' in debut | September 8, 2007
Igor Grigorenko began his quest for a roster spot on Friday. The 5-foot-10, 209-pound winger made his long-awaited ... More | Plus-Minus | Photo Gallery

August, 2007

• August 23, 2007: Wings invite 16 tryouts

July, 2007

• July 26, 2007: Wings like Gelech's potential
• July 13, 2007: Wings sign Hartigan, stock up Griffins
• July 7, 2007: Abdelkader looking for more
• July 5, 2007: Red Wings sign trio for depth
• July 1, 2007: Pelletier lands camp invites

June, 2007

• June 28, 2007: No frills, all responsibility
• June 26, 2007: Wings 'couldn't say no' to Torquato
• June 25, 2007: Looking long-term with Smith, Rufenach
• June 23, 2007: Red Wings wrap up draft
• June 22, 2007: Red Wings select Smith in first round
• June 21, 2007: Quiet draft weekend on tap
• June 5, 2007: Prospect Ranking Update - Howard still the No. 1 man
• June 1, 2007: Ryno, Ritola sign

May, 2007

• May 28, 2007: Prospects Watch - Helm's season ends in heartbreak
• May 21, 2007: Prospects Watch - Tryouts make AHL impression
• May 14, 2007: Prospects Watch - Howard may need more time
• May 8, 2007: Red Wings sign Grigorenko
• May 7, 2007: Prospects Watch - Griffins squander 3-2 series lead

April, 2007

• April 30, 2007: Prospects Watch - Griffins' season down to wire
• April 16, 2007: Prospects Watch - Griffins wrap up regular season
• April 9, 2007: Prospects Watch - Abdelkader wins NCAA title
• April 2, 2007: Prospects Watch - Signing deadline approaches

March, 2007

• March 26, 2007: Prospects Watch - Europeans may develop at home
• March 19, 2007: Prospects Watch - New rules helping Pyett
• March 12, 2007: Prospects Watch - Axelsson seeking new team
• March 5, 2007: Prospects Watch - Stolaryov 'has all the tools'

February, 2007

• February 26, 2007: Prospects Watch - Johansson the 'talented meatball'
• February 19, 2007: Prospects Watch - Steady Meech emerges
• February 12, 2007: Prospects Watch - Sniper Axelsson heating up
• February 5, 2007: Prospects Watch - Ryno turns season around

January, 2007

• January 29, 2007: Prospects Watch - Ritola under the gun
• January 22, 2007: Prospects Watch - Grigorenko Detroit-bound?
• January 17, 2007: Prospect Ranking Update
• January 15, 2007: Prospects Watch - Lofberg 'off the charts'
• January 8, 2007: Prospects Watch - Future Grind Liners emerge
• January 1, 2007: Prospects Watch - Bootland stuck in rut

December, 2006

• December 18, 2006: Prospects Watch - Oulahen needs to 'develop some grit'
• December 11, 2006: Prospects Watch - McGrath sees production dry up
• December 4, 2006: Prospects Watch - Speedy Himelfarb makes strides

November, 2006

• November 27, 2006: Prospects Watch - Howard learning the ropes
• November 20, 2006: Prospects Watch - Ericsson makes himself relevant
• November 13, 2006: Prospects Watch - Matthias making an impact
• November 6, 2006: Prospects Watch - Kindl almost made Wings

October, 2006

• October 30, 2006: Prospects Watch - Emmerton turns it on
• October 23, 2006: Prospects Watch - Mursak on fire in Saginaw
• October 16, 2006: Prospects Watch - Backstrom to log big minutes
• October 9, 2006: Prospects Watch - Dispute keeps Axelsson off ice
• October 2, 2006: Prospects Watch - Swedes slump

September, 2006

• September 27, 2006: Helm inks deal
• September 27, 2006: Filppula fights for spot
• September 25, 2006: Prospects Watch - CHL prospects set to shine
• September 20, 2006: Dominator has tough day | Red 7 White 2
• September 18, 2006: Team C wins gold | Team C 3 Team A 1 | Photo Gallery
• September 18, 2006: Wings cut 14 players
• September 17, 2006: Devereaux scores OT winner | Team A 3 Team B 2 (OT) | Photo Gallery
• September 16, 2006: Lang dominates | Team A 3 Team C 2 (SO) | Photo Gallery
• September 15, 2006: Training camp underway | Team C 2 Team B 1 | Photo Gallery
• September 15, 2006: Intra-squad teams [ Team A | Team B | Team C ]
• September 14, 2006: Liv: 'It was time'
• September 13, 2006: Fresh start for McGrath | Player Stats | Results
• September 13, 2006: MacIntyre traded to Vancouver
• September 12, 2006: The setup man | DET 4 STL 3 (OT) | Photo Gallery
• September 12, 2006: CLB 5 ATL 1 | DAL 6 NYR 5 | TB 8 MIN 7 (SO)
• September 11, 2006: It's a twin thing | NYR 6 DET 5 (OT) | Photo Gallery
• September 11, 2006: ATL 6 TB 5 | CLB 3 DAL 2 | STL 6 MIN 3
• September 10, 2006: Medal round nears
• September 9, 2006: 'The only way I know how' | DET 2 TB 1 | Photo Gallery
• September 9, 2006: ATL 5 NYR 4 | CLB 6 STL 2 | DAL 3 MIN 0
• September 8, 2006: All eyes on Helm | ATL 4 DET 3 | Photo Gallery
• September 8, 2006: CLB 5 MIN 2 | DAL 5 STL 2 | NYR 3 TB 2 (OT)
• September 8, 2006: Devereaux en route?
• September 1, 2006: Training camp primer

August, 2006

• August 18, 2006: Tardif, Donati highlight free agents
• August 9, 2006: Contract hopefuls
• August 6, 2006: Comeback kids

July, 2006

• No stories listed

June, 2006

• June 29, 2006: Looking for the next Liles
• June 28, 2006: Notebook: Mursak selected in CHL import draft
• June 28, 2006: The ultimate long-term project: Oslund
• June 27, 2006: High-risk, high-reward: Mursak
• June 26, 2006: Age isn't everything: Axelsson and Larsson
• June 26, 2006: Two for the price of one: Emmerton and Matthias
• June 25, 2006: Red Wings fast forward at draft
• June 21, 2006: Seven up!
• June 19, 2006: Deal or no deal?
• June 7, 2006: Prospect Ranking Update
• June 5, 2006: 2005-06 Prospect Report Cards
• June 1, 2006: Red Wings lose rights to 12

May, 2006

• May 31, 2006: Red Wings officially sign McGrath, Ericsson and Liv
• May 29, 2006: Prospects Watch - Filppula, Hudler ready to step in
• May 26, 2006: Next up: Ericsson?
• May 22, 2006: Prospects Watch - Kindl signed
• May 16, 2006: Grigorenko staying overseas
• May 15, 2006: Prospects Watch - Hudler showcasing game
• May 8, 2006: Prospects Watch - Grigorenko, Liv at worlds
• May 1, 2006: Prospects Watch - Hudler a 'work in progress'

April, 2006

• April 24, 2006: Prospects Watch - Sundin falls off
• April 17, 2006: Prospects Watch - Helm in a slump
• April 10, 2006: Prospects Watch - Liv's next stop North America?
• April 5, 2006: March Griffins Report
• April 3, 2006: Prospects Watch - McGrath, Kindl done

March, 2006

• March 27, 2006: Prospects Watch - Jackson in tough
• March 20, 2006: Prospects Watch - Howard catches fire
• March 13, 2006: Prospects Watch - Mielonen battles injuries
• March 6, 2006: Prospects Watch - Bootland's back
• March 3, 2006: February Griffins Report

February, 2006

• Feb. 27, 2006: Prospects Watch - MacIntyre getting starts
• Feb. 20, 2006: Prospects Watch - Johansson has big week
• Feb. 5, 2006: January Griffins Report

January, 2006

• Jan. 30, 2006: Prospects Watch - Abdelkader developing in NCAA
• Jan. 23, 2006: Prospects Watch - Jamtin heads home
• Jan. 16, 2006: Prospects Watch
• Jan. 14, 2006: Griffins Mid-Season Report Cards
• Jan. 11, 2006: Prospect Ranking Update - Grigorenko regains No. 1 status
• Jan. 9, 2006: Prospects Watch - Kopecky 'stronger,' 'more physical'
• Jan. 7, 2006: December Griffins Report
• Jan. 2, 2006: Prospects Watch - Swedes produce at WJC

December, 2005

• Dec. 19, 2005: Prospects Watch - Kolasau scores big
• Dec. 12, 2005: Prospects Watch - MacDonald 'battling'
• Dec. 5, 2005: Prospects Watch - Axelsson follows brother's footsteps
• Dec. 2, 2005: November Griffins Report

November, 2005

• Nov. 28, 2005: Prospects Watch - Contract no guarantee for Haskins
• Nov. 21, 2005: Prospects Watch - Kindl having solid year
• Nov. 14, 2005: Prospects Watch - Quincey making jump
• Nov. 7, 2005: Prospects Watch - Liv-ing large
• Nov. 3, 2005: October Griffins Report

October, 2005

• Oct. 31, 2005: Prospects Watch - Abdelkader in deep at MSU
• Oct. 24, 2005: Prospects Watch - Haskins starts strong
• Oct. 17, 2005: Prospects Watch - no stopping Hudler
• Oct. 10, 2005: Prospects Watch - Helm steps up
• Oct. 5, 2005: Difficult deadlines loom
• Oct. 5, 2005: Final roster set
• Oct. 4, 2005: Delmore out; Cleary in
• Oct. 4, 2005: LaCouture, Murray released as Wings reduce roster
• Oct. 3, 2005: Prospects Watch - McGrath thrives after snub

September, 2005

• Sept. 29, 2005: Wings make more cuts
• Sept. 29, 2005: Slate clean for Jackson
• Sept. 28, 2005: Sweeping change for Griffs
• Sept. 27, 2005: Prospects Watch - Grigorenko starts strong
• Sept. 24, 2005: Wings trim to 34
• Sept. 22, 2005: Kolasau a RoughRider
• Sept. 21, 2005: Ellis vies for spot
• Sept. 19, 2005: MacDonald on the mend
• Sept. 18, 2005: Babcock: 'Enough is enough already' | White 3 Red 2
• Sept. 17, 2005: Training camp stats: Team A | Team B | Team C
• Sept. 17, 2005: Team A wins gold-medal game | Boxscore
• Sept. 17, 2005: Red Wings make first cuts
• Sept. 16, 2005: Filppula 'hasn't missed a beat' | Team B 5 Team A 2
• Sept. 15, 2005: New rules all the talk | Team A 2 Team C 1
• Sept. 14, 2005: Zetterberg scores twice | Team B 5 Team C 2
• Sept. 12, 2005: Oulahen Grand Rapids-bound?
• Sept. 11, 2005: Prospects tournament: Final Standings | Final Statistics
• Sept. 11, 2005: Filppula adjusts | Boxscore
• Sept. 10, 2005: Making an impact | Boxscore
• Sept. 10, 2005: Covington released
• Sept. 9, 2005: Penalties, penalties and more penalties | Boxscore
• Sept. 8, 2005: Goalies shine in opener | Boxscore
• Sept. 7, 2005: Kindl: 'Everything was so hard'
• Sept. 7, 2005: Columbus 6, Minnesota 2 | Tampa Bay 5, Atlanta 3
• Sept. 6, 2005: Training camp: FAQ | Red Wings roster
• Sept. 6, 2005: Prospects tourney: Atlanta | Columbus | Detroit | Minnesota | Tampa

August, 2005

• Aug. 27, 2005: Free for all
• Aug. 25, 2005: Top goaltending prospect signs
• Aug. 24, 2005: Ellis back for two more years
• Aug. 21, 2005: Training camp update
• Aug. 19, 2005: Finnish prospect Filppula inks deal
• Aug. 17, 2005: Bootland back
• Aug. 12, 2005: McDonell signed
• Aug. 11, 2005: Kopecky gets second chance
• Aug. 7, 2005: Mielonen 'knows his role'
• Aug. 6, 2005: Six teams coming to camp
• Aug. 5, 2005: Ritola: 'I'm going to show people'
• Aug. 5, 2005: Franzen signed
• Aug. 4, 2005: Ryno 'has all the tools'
• Aug. 3, 2005: Swinging for the fences with Lofberg
• Aug. 1, 2005: Kopecky stays put
• Aug. 1, 2005: Wings go West in draft

July, 2005

• July 31, 2005: New deal could cause problems
• July 31, 2005: Wings gamble on Kindl
• July 30, 2005: Wings have nine picks
• July 29, 2005: Training camp plans evolve
• July 28, 2005: Quincey, Oulahen sign deals
• July 26, 2005: Deadline nears
• July 25, 2005: Mowers gets another year
• July 24, 2005: Flurry of activity expected
• July 23, 2005: Red Wings enter unfamiliar territory
• July 17, 2005: Center Ice makes plans
• July 1, 2005: A look at past rankings

June, 2005

• June 24, 2005: Notebook: Ellis emerges
• June 23, 2005: Wings hope CHL woes about to end
• June 22, 2005: Notebook: Filppula impresses Wings
• June 21, 2005: Notebook: Jamtin heads to Finland
• June 20, 2005: Howard 'ready to come out'
• June 18, 2005: Defensemen developing
• June 17, 2005: 'None of the four had great years'
• June 16, 2005: 'Very high expectations' for Hudler
• June 15, 2005: No CBA, no prospects camp
• June 14, 2005: Datsyuk's contract 'not a concern'
• June 13, 2005: Prospect Ranking Update
• June 11, 2005: Three prospects close to NHL
• June 10, 2005: 2004-05 Prospect Report Cards

May, 2005

• May 30, 2005: Grigorenko finds new home
• May 30, 2005: Prospects Watch
• May 23, 2005: Prospects Watch
• May 16, 2005: Prospects Watch
• May 9, 2005: Prospects Watch
• May 2, 2005: Prospects Watch

April, 2005

• April 25, 2005: Prospects Watch
• April 22, 2005: Grand Rapids Griffins report cards
• April 18, 2005: Prospects Watch
• April 11, 2005: Prospects Watch
• April 4, 2005: Prospects Watch
• April 1, 2005: Griffins Monthly

March, 2005

• March 28, 2005 Prospects Watch
• March 23, 2005: Ellis climbs charts
• March 21, 2005: Prospects Watch
• March 14, 2005: Prospects Watch
• March 7, 2005: Prospects Watch
• March 1, 2005: Griffins Monthly

February, 2005

• Feb. 28, 2005: Prospects Watch
• Feb. 21, 2005: Prospects Watch
• Feb. 14, 2005: Prospects Watch
• Feb. 7, 2005: Prospects Watch
• Feb. 1, 2005: Griffins Monthly

January, 2005

• Jan. 31, 2005: Prospects Watch
• Jan. 24, 2005: Prospects Watch
• Jan. 17, 2005: Prospects Watch
• Jan. 13, 2005: Grigorenko gets going
• Jan. 10, 2005: Prospects Watch
• Jan. 7, 2005: Prospect Ranking Update
• Jan. 7, 2005: WJC Review and Kolasau update
• Jan. 4, 2005: Q&A with Siarhei Kolasau
• Jan. 3, 2005: Prospects Watch
• Jan. 1, 2005: Griffins Monthly

December, 2004

• Dec. 20, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Dec. 6, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Dec. 1, 2004: Griffins Monthly

November, 2004

• Nov. 29, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Nov. 22, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Nov. 15, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Nov. 8, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Nov. 1, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Nov. 1, 2004: Griffins Monthly

October, 2004

• Oct. 28, 2004: Red Wings hope for steal
• Oct. 27, 2004: Grigorenko to Salavat Yulaev
• Oct. 26, 2004: Report: Grigorenko on move
• Oct. 24, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Oct. 21, 2004: Grigorenko slow to find form
• Oct. 21, 2004: Stolyarov starts slowly
• Oct. 20, 2004: Liv's Swedish club signs NHL goaltender
• Oct. 19, 2004: Major junior gains
• Oct. 18, 2004: Kolasau staying home
• Oct. 17, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Oct. 17, 2004: Grigorenko toils in lower league
• Oct. 3, 2004: Prospects Watch

September, 2004

• Sept. 29, 2004: Griffins open camp
• Sept. 27, 2004: Ustyugov dead at 27
• Sept. 26, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Sept. 22, 2004: Howard now Maine's leading man
• Sept. 22, 2004: Oulahen named captain; Griffins open camp ...
• Sept. 19, 2004: Prospects Watch
• Sept. 17, 2004: Best in the system
• Sept. 14, 2004: Meech silencing critics
• Sept. 14, 2004: Blues win title | Final standings | Final statistics
• Sept. 13, 2004: Jackson making strong case | Boxscores
• Sept. 12, 2004: McGrath, Haskins surge | Boxscores
• Sept. 11, 2004: JET line takes flight | Boxscores
• Sept. 10, 2004: MacIntyre proving himself | Boxscores

August, 2004

• Aug. 26, 2004: Kronwall, Hudler closest to NHL
• Aug. 25, 2004: Prospects to watch in 2004-05
• Aug. 24, 2004: New section released: Draft Yearbooks
• Aug. 19, 2004: Six free agents to try out
• Aug. 16, 2004: Red Wings sign enforcer
• Aug. 4, 2004: Training camp FAQ | Rosters: Detroit; St. Louis; Tampa Bay
• Aug. 2, 2004: Prospects tournament suffers blow

July, 2004

• July 14, 2004: No training camp - no problem
• July 12, 2004: Wings, Storm, extend agreement
• July 11, 2004: Camp closes with skills competition
• July 10, 2004: Prospects focus on training
• July 9, 2004: Camp heats up
• July 8, 2004: McCarty hits camp
• July 7, 2004: Camp opens in Troy
• July 6, 2004: Nothing left? A look at the free agent market
• July 3, 2004: Prospect tournament dates finalized
• July 1, 2004: Cougars draft Kolasau

June, 2004

• June 29, 2004: Top prospects staying in Europe
• June 29, 2004: Prospect camp to kick off
• June 27, 2004: Red Wings draft variety
• June 27, 2004: Draft tracker
• June 22, 2004: Jackson steps stones to success
• June 17, 2004: Wings could have first-rounder at draft
• June 6, 2004: European contract talks may be put on hold
• June 4, 2004: Belief helps Koopmans beat injuries
• June 4, 2004: Prospect Ranking Release
• June 3, 2004: Red Wings sign trio of prospects

May, 2004

• May 28, 2004: Red Wings make plans for 2004-05
• May 26, 2004: Nill working the numbers
• May 2, 2004: 2003-04 Prospect Report Cards

April 2004

• April 25, 2004: April 25 Prospect Update
• April 18, 2004: April 18 Prospect Update
• April 15, 2004: Grand Rapids Griffins Report Cards
• April 11, 2004: April 11 Prospect Update
• April 6, 2004: April 6 Grand Rapids Griffins Update
• April 4, 2004: April 4 Prospect Update
• April 2, 2004: Red Wings sign defenseman Lebda

March 2004

• March 30, 2004: Red Wings sign center Himelfarb
• March 28, 2004: March 28 Prospect Update
• March 25, 2004: March 25 Grand Rapids Griffins Update
• March 21, 2004: March 21 Prospect Update
• March 14, 2004: March 14 Prospect Update
• March 11, 2004: March 11 Griffins Update
• March 7, 2004: March 7 Prospect Update

February 2004

• Feb. 29, 2004: February 29 Prospect Update
• Feb. 27, 2004: Ballantyne waits for AHL break
• Feb. 26, 2004: February 26 Grand Rapids Griffins Update
• Feb. 22, 2004: February 22 Prospect Update
• Feb. 15, 2004: February 15 Prospect Update
• Feb. 11, 2004: February 11 Grand Rapids Griffins Update
• Feb. 8, 2004: February 8 Prospect Update
• Feb. 2, 2004: Prospect Ranking Release
• Feb. 1, 2004: February 1 Prospect Update
• Jan. 29, 2004: January 29 Grand Rapids Griffins Update
• Jan. 28, 2004: Grigorenko to undergo surgery

January 2004

• Jan. 27, 2004: Ellis improves skating, NHL chances
• Jan. 25, 2004: Jan. 25 Prospect Update
• Jan. 24, 2004: 1998 Draft: Wings land two cornerstones in '98 draft
• Jan. 20, 2004: 1997 Draft: Low expectations, disappointing results
• Jan. 20, 2004: Jackson pushes for pro contract
• Jan. 18, 2004: Jan. 18 Prospect Update
• Jan. 17, 2004: Howard ready to go
• Jan. 14, 2004: Jan. 16 Prospect Notebook
• Jan. 14, 2004: Jan. 14 Grand Rapids Griffins Update
• Jan. 11, 2004: Jan. 11 Prospect Update
• Jan. 9, 2004: Valtonen ready for North America — again
• Jan. 8, 2004: Quincey seizes leading role
• Jan. 6, 2004: World Junior Championship Review
• Jan. 4, 2004: Jan. 4 Prospect Update

December 2003

• Dec. 30, 2003: Dec. 30 Grand Rapids Griffins Update
• Dec. 28, 2003: Dec. 28 Prospect Update
• Dec. 18, 2003: Scouting Notebook: Meech emerges
• Dec. 17, 2003: World Junior Championship Preview
• Dec. 17, 2003: Scouting Notebook: Koopmans bounces back
• Dec. 17, 2003: Dec. 17 Grand Rapids Griffins Update
• Dec. 16, 2003: Fleischmann dominates Western League
• Dec. 14, 2003: Dec. 14 Prospect Update
• Dec. 5, 2003: Russian Five distant memory

November 2003

• Nov. 27, 2003: MacDonald aims for starting spot

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