Red Wings Rumblings
I’m still pissed off about last night’s loss in Boston. The officiating was a complete joke — whether it was a missed call in OT that immediately led to the game-winning goal, or a cheap shot by Zadorov into Raymond’s numbers after the whistle that never got called. Just an overall terrible game for some of the worst referees in all of pro sports. [deep breath]
I feel better now. I know that no one wants to hear this — but at least the Red Wings managed to get a point, and we continue to see Lucas Raymond ascend into greatness. I just don’t know how anyone can expect this team to win, or at least play consistently, when there are a number of liabilities on this roster. It is what it is.
Meanwhile overseas, in some more encouraging news; Dmitry Buchelnikov topped the KHL’s U23 player rating for the month of November.
Buch is playing at nearly a point-per-game clip, with 29 points (8-21–29) in 31 games. When will this guy make it to North America? Probably not for a couple more years. Here’s a loosely-translated quote from Buchelnikov recently, where he says “I would like it sooner, but not very soon” in response to a question about his NHL dream.
And adding to that, Axel Sandin-Pellikka will play for Sweden at the 2025 World Juniors. And even cooler — ASP will be captain of his team.
Cossa Soaking Up His First NHL Call-Up
Sebastian Cossa is with the big club for now, as Cam Talbot and Alex Lyon nurse injuries. There’s a chance the big guy gets his first NHL start this week, just depends. Sure sounds like he’s in line for it, though. I don’t think Talbot or Lyon will be ready to play this week.
NHL News
Tough break for the former Red Wing, but at least he got his paycheck.
The NHL is going all in on hyping this tournament up now. We’ll know the final rosters soon enough. I don’t really care in all honestly, but maybe you do.
