Because a number of Red Wings prospects impact games in a variety of areas, they should be able to make an NHL lineup sooner because they can play a variety of roles
The Red Wings ended Alex Chiasson's professional tryout and sent prospect Emmitt Finnie back to the WHL's Kamloops Blazers heading into the final games of the preseason.
Justin Holl spent more time out of the lineup last season than in it, which motivates him to earn a spot in the lineup this time around. But stuck in largely the same spot on the depth chart, getting into the lineup is an uphill battle.
With a two-year extension, the Red Wings made clear that Joe Veleno is part of their plans, but what is the exact role in which they envision the versatile Quebecois forward?
Notes on the Red Wings' 5-1 preseason loss to Pittsburgh include power play inefficiencies, encouraging performances from prospects and a lacking performance from goaltending