Winged Wheel Podcast - A Detroit Red Wings Podcast

Benny & the Wings! This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down Ben Chiarot's new three-year, $3.85 million AAV extension & whether it was a good signing by Yzerman. Our Detroit Red Wings news and analysis covers the contract details, Simon Edvinsson's injury update, and the playoff race heating up in the Atlantic Division.
(00:00) - Intro & Red Wings Gift Surprise
Special delivery from the Detroit Red Wings organization sets up an exciting episode finale.
(04:15) - Ben Chiarot Extension Breakdown
We debate the merits & drawbacks of the new contract as Chiarot takes a pay cut to stay in Hockeytown for 3 more years, avoiding 35-plus contract complications with straight salary structure. We discuss how Chiarot provides veteran leadership & snarl as Detroit builds depth behind Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson on the blue line.
(23:30) - Simon Edvinsson Injury Update
Latest news on Edvinsson's status and what it means for Todd McLellan's defensive pairings.
(27:50) - Kings Game Recap & Analysis
Red Wings' anemic performance against Los Angeles, including DeBrincat's sole Detroit goal, Patrick Kane tying Mike Modano's record, and key takeaways from the matchup.
(36:50) - Atlantic Division Playoff Race
Standings update as Detroit battles for positioning in the competitive Atlantic Division landscape, as the Buffalo Sabres are still surging.
(44:40) - NHL Trade News & Market Analysis
League-wide moves and how they impact Steve Yzerman's approach to the trade deadline, and whether players like Schneider or Panarin are worth it from the Rangers. Also, more not-so-joking jokes about acquiring Robert Thomas and Justin Faulk.
(54:50) - Overtime Q&A
Listener questions on the Chiarot deal, defensive depth, and Red Wings roster construction moving forward.
(1:06:15) - Red Wings Surprise Gift Reveal
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Snowed in with Max Bultman, this (remote) Detroit Red Wings podcast covers game recaps for the Wild OT loss & Jets victory, with some huge depth contributions. Detroit Red Wings news and analysis examines Marco Kasper and Albert Johansson's resurgences, and Max Bultman's upcoming trade targets for Steve Yzerman.
(00:00) - Intro & Hockeytown Playoff Prediction
(4:50) Minnesota Game Recap
Detroit earns a crucial point against Bill Guerin's Wild despite Simon Edvinsson's injury. Lucas Raymond is red hot and van Riesmdyk and Finnie add to the offense as Larkin and the Red Wings battle through back-to-back road games and blow multiple leads but escape with overtime point against Hughes' Wild.
(14:50) - Winnipeg Game Recap 
Red Wings bounce back with a solid victory over the Jets, including John Gibson's stellar play in net while Todd McLellan's lineup adjustments pay off on the road. Marco Kasper is rewarded, and Patrick Kane pulls to within 1 point of Mike Modano's record.
(25:45) - Kasper and Johansson Updates
Marco Kasper and Albert Johansson are among two key Red Wings to turn their seasons around, as well as Lucas Raymond catching fire again. Plus, what the young defenseman (alongside Bernard-Docker) brings to Detroit's blue line depth situation.
(32:45) - Trade Board Discussion with Max Bultman
Max breaks down his  trade board and potential targets for Steve Yzerman, including Justin Faulk or rangey Logan Stanley, or forward like Robert Thomas or Bryan Rust . Red Wings sit at 69 points - do they buy or stand pat at the deadline?
(1:05:35) - NHL Notes
How the Leafs failed in Marner's return and Toronto's trajectory.
(1:13:30) - Overtime Mailbag
Questions and comments from Patreon supporters in our extended overtime segment.
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Max's Article: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6983756/2026/01/20/red-wings-prospects-update-danielson-cossa-augustine/
Prashanth's Article: https://prashanthiyer.substack.com/p/albert-johanssons-bounceback

Moritz Seider showed off his Norris-worthy play to Toronto in  a dominant overtime shift. This Detroit Red Wings podcast covers Mo's bullying and John Gibson's incredible hot streak in the Red Wings vs. Leafs game recap. Detroit Red Wings news and analysis covers the season series sweep and what it means for the playoff push, as well as hotly contested trade debates.
(00:00) - Intro & Leafs Sweep Celebration
First Red Wings season series sweep of Toronto since moving to the Eastern Conference - the Steve Dangle "Red Sabres" revenge tour continues. Edvinsson and Seider continue to torture Matthews & Co., and Todd McLellan's squad secures 2 more crucial Atlantic points.
(06:00) - John Gibson's Scorching Hot Streak  
Gibson goes 7-0-0 with a .934 save percentage in his last seven starts, including clutch saves to preserve the overtime opportunity.
(13:32) - Moritz Seider's Norris Trophy Case
Seider's overtime heroics and that McCabe hit have the Norris Trophy conversation heating up - breaking down his superstar-level metrics this season.
(26:10) - Trade Market Deep Dive
After Hobey Baker news on Max Plante and Trey Augustine in the NCAA, we jump into the buzz around Jason Robertson and Elias Pettersson rumors swirling as the deadline approaches - where does Steve Yzerman fit Hockeytown into the big-name market? Is Shane Wright an option?
(52:12) - NHL News & Playoff Race
Bobrovsky & Nedeljkovic give us the rare goalie fight; Jackson LaCombe takes the Team USA spot over Lane Hutson and Adam Fox, & more.
(1:01:10) - Overtime Mailbag
Questions from Patreon supporters on the Red Wings' formula clicking at the right time and what to expect down the stretch.
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Is this Kasper's revival? This Detroit Red Wings podcast cover game recaps vs. San Jose and Ottawa, as our Hockeytown news and analysis breaks down Marco's surge, JVR's highlight reel play, and DeBrincat's game-winner. Plus, special guests from the Grand Rapids Griffins!
(00:00) - Mickey Redmond Update & Well Wishes
Sending our best to Mick as he takes planned time away for a procedure - hockey's tightest family rallies around the legend alongside Ken Daniels.
(05:05) - Red Wings vs Sharks Recap  
Marco Kasper's goal and assist lead Detroit past Macklin Celebrini and San Jose 4-2. JVR's three assists alongside Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond spark the offense as Todd McLellan's experiment works well.
(14:20) - Red Wings vs Senators Testy Win
Another divisional victory as Detroit beats Brady Tkachuk's Ottawa squad in a chippy affair - John Gibson continues his stellar play between the pipes, Lucas Raymond bounces back (as Elmer Soderblom takes revenge), and Alex DeBrincat with the overtime dagger to beat his former team. Andrew Copp and Patrick Kane continue to roll on, and Ben Chiarot's physical presence is big once again.
(32:40) - Rasmus Andersson Trade Breakdown & Panarin's Availability
Calgary ships Andersson to Vegas as the trade market heats up - was Steve Yzerman ever in on him? Would Artemi Panarin be an option for the playoff push?
(49:45) - Grand Rapids Griffins Event Interviews
Exclusive audio from our WWP Night featuring Dan Watson, Carter Mazur, and Brad "Dogg" Thompson discussing the Griffins' incredible season and prospect development.
(1:17:45) - Overtime Mailbag
Your questions and comments to wrap up another eventful week in Hockeytown.
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A day that this Detroit Red Wings podcast thought would never come: Sergei Fedorov's 91 jersey retirement ceremony at Little Caesars Arena. Our Detroit Red Wings news and analysis discusses the tribute, game recap vs. Carolina and the Bruins, and potential trade targets as rumors heat up.
(00:00) - Intro & Recording Mix-Up
Brad and Ryan explain why they're flying solo after a rare podcast first.
(05:35) - Fedorov Jersey Retirement Ceremony
The emotional tribute to Sergei Fedorov was everything Red Wings fans hoped for - from the white skates in warmups to the red Corvette entrance and seeing Steve Yzerman, Brendan Shanahan, Chris Chelios, Vladimir Konstantinov, and more together again.
(12:30) - Red Wings Beat Carolina Hurricanes
The Hockeytown team follows up the jersey retirement with a chaotic win over the Hurricanes thanks to even more key play from James van Riemsdyk (assists from Moritz Seider and Lucas Raymond on the power play). Alex DeBrincat continues to be clutch, as does Patrick Kane's vision. John Gibson stood tall as Andrew Copp scored an electric (and controversial) overtime winner.
(20:15) - Boston Beatdown
We recap Detroit's tough loss to the Bruins, despite Cam Talbot playing a solid game.
(29:20) - Dylan Larkin and Axel Sandin-Pellikka Performance Discussion
Breaking down some concerning trends across Todd McLellan's lineup as the season hits its stride, plus some bright spots.
(40:30) - Quinn Hughes Trade Rumors & Thomas On the Market
New information emerges about Quinn Hughes' interest in the Red Wings, plus Robert Thomas trade speculation and how Yzerman could nab him. Also, updates on Trey Augustine and Michal Pradel in the prospect pipeline.
(51:33) - Overtime Mailbag
Your questions and comments to wrap up another eventful week in Hockeytown.
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