VGK:

6

DAL:

0

Final

Breaking: Detroit Lineup Announced for the Preseason Home Opener

After a convincing 6-2 victory during the preseason opener in Pittsburgh, the Detroit Red Wings will continue the preseason at home tonight against Chicago.

Last night, Detroit received excellent play from Dominik Kubalik (two goals), Filip Zadina (one goal, one assist), and Michael Rasmussen (two assists). Other goals were scored by Tyler Spezia, Elmer Soderblom, and Steven Kampfer. Victor Brattstrom started in goal and made 19 saves on the 20 shots he faced during his half of the game. Top rookie goaltending prospect Sebastian Cossa made 12 saves on the 13 shots he faced during the second half of the game. Pittsburgh had several veterans in their lineup and outshot Detroit 33-21 during the contest.

Many of the top healthy players will suit up for Detroit tonight against the Blackhawks. Regulars from last year that are expected to play tonight include forwards Lucas Raymond, Pius Suter, Givani Smith, Dylan Larkin, and Adam Erne. Regular defensemen from last year that are expected to play tonight include Gustav Lindstrom and Moritz Seider.

Free agent signees expected to play tonight include forwards Matt Luff, David Perron and defenseman Ben Chiarot. Alex Nedeljkovic and Jussi Olkinuora will share the goaltending duties.

What top prospects are playing?

Pontus Andreasson is in the lineup tonight and, with a good preseason, could make his way into the opening night roster. Andreasson had an excellent rookie season in the SHL last year and is on a one-year, two-way contract with Detroit.

Elmer Soderblom played in last night’s 6-2 victory in Pittsburgh. Soderblom scored a goal, had three shots on goal, four hits, and two blocked shots in 11:26 minutes of playing time.

Simon Edvinsson is the top defensive prospect in the organization. The preseason will determine if he is ready to make the jump to the NHL to start the season. He looked poised during the Prospects Tournament but was prone to giveaways during the Red/White game.

Albert Johansson is a smooth-skating 21-year-old defenseman who looked very good during the Prospects Tournament. Johansson has already played three seasons in the SHL and, with a good preseason, could make the opening night lineup for Detroit.

Next Up

Washington @ Detroit, Friday, September 30, 7:30 pm ET at LCA in Detroit, MI.

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With five picks in the top-50 of the 2023 NHL Draft, the Red Wings are in prime position to make a trade for a top-six forward. We breakdown fits of players that are potentially on the trade market and what a potential package could look like. We also start with how Red Wings at the World Championships are performing, focusing on Dominik Kubalik, Carter Mazur, and Lucas Raymond.
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Chris Giles is a former junior hockey player and coach from Canada. He has been a diehard Detroit Red Wings fan for almost 50 years. Chris is an avid golfer who has volunteered at several PGA and Canadian Open Championships throughout North America.

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