Does Detroit's Core Need A Shakeup? Wings Roster Analysis - Apr. 29th, 2026

Does Detroit's Core Need A Shakeup? Wings Roster Analysis - Apr. 29th, 2026

From Winged Wheel Podcast - A Detroit Red Wings Podcast by Winged Wheel Podcast

April 29, 2026 · 1h 28m

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The episode discusses whether the Detroit Red Wings' core needs to be changed and analyzes various players' futures and trade options.

This Detroit Red Wings podcast tackles the biggest offseason question head-on: does something need to change with the Red Wings core? Our Hockeytown roster analysis breaks down Dylan Larkin's future, Red Wings trade options, and which of McLellan's "jerseys" need to go this summer. (00:00) - Intro The offseason is officially here whether we like it or not. (04:50) - Should the Core Be Shaken Up? The big debate: do you move on from Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, or Moritz Seider to push the window? Why Robert Thomas-style targets are the archetype Steve Yzerman should be chasing, and why no prospect should be untouchable. (24:25) - Edvinsson, Copp and Compher Simon Edvinsson's playoff-ready ceiling, what Andrew Copp could fetch in a trade, and why J.T. Compher is the easiest bottom-six player to say goodbye to if a taker exists. (34:30) - JVR and Perron Where James van Riemsdyk fits if the bottom six actually changes. (37:55) - Rasmussen's Runway and Patrick Kane's Future Michael Rasmussen as the litmus test for how serious Yzerman is about the overhaul.Why the Red Wings may not be able to afford to let Patrick Kane walk in free agency as of right now. (45:05) - Kasper, Danielson…

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