The Detroit Red Wings have been without a few of their forwards lately. Due to injuries up the middle with their centermen, the Red Wings have had to improvise. J.T. Compher may be back, but Dylan Larkin is not back with the team. This has left the Detroit Red Wings scrambling to find replacement forwards. […] Detroit Red Wings promoting Jonatan Berggren was good for confidence - Octopus Thrower - Octopus Thrower - A Detroit Red Wings Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More ..read more

Before we get into the disaster that took place on Monday night between the Detroit Red Wings and the Anaheim Ducks, we need to shout from the rooftops that captain Dylan Larkin returned to the lineup following the terrifying scene just nine days prior against the Ottawa Senators. Last week, head coach Derek Lalonde mentioned […] Dylan Larkin returns but it’s not enough to spark the Detroit Red Wings - Octopus Thrower - Octopus Thrower - A Detroit Red Wings Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More ..read more

The Detroit Red Wings’ goaltending situation is something that has been an interesting topic of discussion as of late. Ville Husso has seemingly played better, even in Red Wings losses. While the goal he caused in the loss to the Hurricanes was downright maddening to watch, he has made some better saves and has not […] Detroit Red Wings losing Alex Lyon may force hand with goaltending - Octopus Thrower - Octopus Thrower - A Detroit Red Wings Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More ..read more

The Detroit Red Wings were blanked by Samuel Ersson and the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday night 1-0. The Red Wings struggled to summon much offense until late in the contest when they saw a few great opportunities to score with their net empty. The Flyers, under head coach John Tortorella, play a sound defensive game; […] Battle wounds continue to mount for the Red Wings following latest loss - Octopus Thrower - Octopus Thrower - A Detroit Red Wings Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More ..read more

Ville Husso’s recent blunder spoiled his best performance of the season in the Detroit Red Wings home loss to the Carolina Hurricanes on Thursday night. Still, signs suggest he’s finally playing himself out of his lengthy slump that stems back to last season. It’s been a rough season to date for Detroit’s appointed No. 1 […] Ville Husso finally showing signs of breaking out of season long slump - Octopus Thrower - Octopus Thrower - A Detroit Red Wings Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More ..read more

My sister retells the story of her that includes my late cousin. They’re in the car listening to his favorite song when she asks my cousin, “Why is this your favorite song?” He answers. “The song is okay, but read what it says on the radio.” “Pinch Me, Barenaked Ladies,” she remarks. Laughing aloud. Although […] The Dynamic Duo and the Death of a Bromance (on the ice) - Octopus Thrower - Octopus Thrower - A Detroit Red Wings Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More ..read more

A promising sign for the Detroit Red Wings, captain Dylan Larkin took part in the morning skate on Thursday, albeit in a grey, noncontact jersey, but he was at least out there with the boys for a workout. It’s the first time Larkin has skated with the club since the scary scene nearly a week […] Dylan Larkin back on the ice for the Detroit Red Wings - Octopus Thrower - Octopus Thrower - A Detroit Red Wings Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More ..read more

The Detroit Red Wings have fallen ill to the same issues that plague them game-in and game-out. Goaltending may have been better than it was as of late, but the second goal was abysmal, absolutely abysmal. However, the Detroit Red Wings are also not helping out their goaltenders. I’ll admit, I would have liked to […] Detroit Red Wings costly mistake proves fatal vs. Hurricanes - Octopus Thrower - Octopus Thrower - A Detroit Red Wings Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More ..read more

The Detroit Red Wings are undermanned and struggling to maintain. Sure, some players are stepping up, but they could very much benefit from getting J.T. Compher back in the lineup. He’s been out injured lately, and the Red Wings need him back in the lineup. For the Detroit Red Wings, anything helps. Compher being back […] Detroit Red Wings desperately need J.T. Compher back vs. Hurricanes - Octopus Thrower - Octopus Thrower - A Detroit Red Wings Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More ..read more

The Detroit Red Wings are in a tough spot right now with their missing players. They are without a few key centermen in Dylan Larkin and J.T. Compher. While Compher may be back soon, it leaves the Red Wings short-handed. Klim Kostin is on the IR, and David Perron is suspended. But, amid all the […] Detroit Red Wings forward Lucas Raymond scores 50th career goal - Octopus Thrower - Octopus Thrower - A Detroit Red Wings Fan Site - News, Blogs, Opinion and More ..read more