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Episode 50: Interview with former NHL goaltender Brent Johnson.29 août 202501:16:12

On Episode 50 of The Flying Octopus Podcast: We had a lot of fun with this one and even talked a little Led Zeppelin.  The guys spent some time with former NHL goaltender Brent Johnson. The Farmington Hills native spent 12 seasons stopping pucks for the Blues, Coyotes, Capitals and Penguins retiring in 2012. He now works as an on air analyst for Monumental Sports Network. Brent discusses his former teammates from Patrick Roy to Sergei Fedorov to Alex Ovechkin. He also talks about growing up in Southeast Michigan and learning from one of the greatest Red Wings of all time who also just happened to be his grandfather. Brent weighs in on what the Red Wings are getting in new goaltender, John Gibson. How much of an impact can he have heading into the 25-26 season? We'll discuss that and much more on episode 50 of The Flying Octopus Podcast. 

Episode 49: Keith Gave Interview & Red Wings Retire Sergei Fedorov’s No. 9123 août 202501:17:32
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas welcome The Russian Five author and accomplished sportswriter Keith Gave to the show. The discussion covers a wide array of topics, from Keith’s time in the NSA and start in journalism, to Sergei Fedorov’s legacy and Detroit’s current rebuild. Check it out!
Episode 48: Red Wings’ Olympic Hopefuls, Oilers Trade Rumor & Datsyuk Interview14 août 202500:46:18
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas kick things off with Olympic hockey talk. Dylan Larkin is a lock to make Team USA; what about Alex DeBrincat, Patrick Kane, and John Gibson? Will Simon Edvinsson join Lucas Raymond on Team Sweden? And will Moritz Seider ever get off the ice for Germany? The guys touch on the recent rumors involving the Edmonton Oilers showing interest in Detroit’s top goalie prospects, Trey Augustine and Sebastian Cossa. Does it make sense for the Red Wings to pursue a trade or are they better off holding onto the two netminders? The show wraps up with notes on Pavel Datsyuk’s recent interview, Kyle Connor speculation, and a couple new segments – the random Red Wing of the week and a few positive things from the world of hockey.
Episode 47: Red Wings’ Next Contention Window, Mason McTavish Rumor & More08 août 202500:32:35

In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas break out their crystal ball and look to the future. Specifically, when is Detroit’s next contention window? The guys discuss which players will make up that team and when you can expect the Red Wings to make a serious push for another Stanley Cup. Then, the conversation turns to a rumor floating around that Detroit has interest in Anaheim Ducks forward Mason McTavish. Is he the right fit? And at what cost? The article about Detroit’s contention window can be found here: https://thehockeywriters.com/red-wings-rebuild-next-contention-window/

Episode 46: Red Wings Summer 2025 Prospect Rankings & Tiers01 août 202500:45:15
  •  In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, it’s all prospect talk. Tony and Evan critique Devin’s Top 25 rankings and see where Detroit’s prospects fit in with Tony’s five-tier system. Among the prospects discussed are Dmitri Buchelnikov, Amadeus Lombardi, Carter Mazur, William Wallinder, plus recent first-round picks like Carter Bear, Michael Brandsegg-Nygard, and Sebastian Cossa. The guys then wrap up with news and notes, which includes a few birthdays. You can find Devin’s Top 25 Red Wings prospects here: https://thehockeywriters.com/red-wings-top-25-prospects-post-2025-nhl-draft/ 
Episode 45: John Gibson Analysis ft. Doug Stolhand from the Puck Podcast + Remaining Offseason Moves18 juil. 202500:45:20
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas bring on Doug Stolhand of the Puck Podcast to discuss John Gibson and what Red Wings fans can expect from their new goaltender. The long-time Anaheim Ducks analyst shares his perspective on what Gibson brings to the table. After sharing their own thoughts on Gibson, the guys transition to expectations for the rest of the offseason. Will the Red Wings make another move or are they done for the summer? Plus, news and notes, Carter Bear signs his entry-level contract, and Detroit’s 10/10 schedule release video.
Episode 44: Did the Red Wings Improve Compared to 2024-25? + Erik Karlsson Rumors & More11 juil. 202500:38:43
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas take a look at the current roster construction of the Red Wings and discuss whether or not the team is better than the 2024-25 group. The conversation touches on additions and subtractions, plus player growth and regression. Then, the guys turn to the Erik Karlsson rumors that have been spreading like wildfire. Is he a fit in Detroit? If so, how much would it cost to acquire the future Hall-of-Famer. Join us for another jam-packed episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast.
Episode 43: Day 1 of Free Agency, Gibson Trade, Detroit’s 2025 Draft Class & Much More02 juil. 202501:08:29
  •  In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas recap the chaos of the last few days, including the 2025 NHL Draft, Detroit’s trade for goaltender John Gibson, several Red Wings re-signings, plus everything that happened (and didn’t happen) on Day 1 of free agency. 
Episode 42: 7 - Round Red Wings Mock Draft, Radim Mrtka Prospect Profile & More27 juin 202500:47:37
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys run through a seven-round mock draft for the Red Wings, including a surprise first-round pick. In addition, the fellas share their last draft prospect profile of the offseason: Radim Mrtka. The 6-foot-6 right defenseman is arguably the top blueliner in their year’s class behind Matthew Schaefer. The episode also touches on Detroit’s centennial branding, Antti Tuomisto re-signing, the JJ Peterka trade, the next CBA, and much more. Finally, the Red Wings draft board mentioned in this week’s episode can be found here: https://thehockeywriters.com/red-wings-draft-guide-2025/
Episode 41: The Flying Octopus Podcast - 2025 NHL Draft Preview with Shane Malloy from SiriusXM NHL Network Radio25 juin 202501:19:08

The guys welcome in Shane Malloy from SiriusXM NHL Network Radio and break down the logistics for the 2025 NHL Draft. Who will the Red Wings take with the 13th overall pick? The podcast host and author tells us Detroit fans shouldn't worry about the future while breaking down the team's defensive core. We also discuss the competitive advantage that the Red Wings may have in today's NHL. Will general manager Steve Yzerman draft for need or go best player available come this Friday at the draft in Los Angeles? Shane answers that and more on Episode 41 of The Flying Octopus Podcast.

Episode 40: Dueling Mock Offseasons for the Red Wings + Roger McQueen Prospect Profile20 juin 202500:46:15
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys project launch full speed into mock offseason mode. Tony and Devin make their predictions for Detroit’s trades, buyouts, and signings. Adding scoring throughout the lineup, solidifying the defense, and making the team tougher to play against were the common themes. The fellas then shift gears to Roger McQueen for this week’s draft prospect profile. The Brandon Wheat Kings center entered the year as a likely top-5 pick, but suffered a back injury and watched his draft stock plummet. Could he be a fit in Detroit?
Episode 39: Red Wings Contract Projections: Kane Berggren, Soderblom, Johansson + Cole Reschny Prospect Profile13 juin 202500:36:19
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys project new contracts for Detroit’s RFAs: Jonatan Berggren, Albert Johansson, and Elmer Soderblom. Plus, identifying what a new deal for Patrick Kane could look like. The fellas then pivot to Cole Reschny and his draft profile. The 5-foot-11 center posted 92 points in 62 games for the Victoria Royals of the WHL. Finally, the show wraps up with news and notes, including Detroit signing goalie Michal Postava, a new home for Dmitri Buchelnikov, and trade rumors involving Vladimir Tarasenko and Vegas Golden Knights defenseman Nic Hague.
Episode 38: Red Wings Trade Targets, Dmitri Buchelnikov & Victor Eklund Prospect Profile06 juin 202500:54:10
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys recap the hockey hot stove now that we’ve reached the Stanley Cup Final, including Jason Robertson reportedly being on the trade block and what it would take to acquire him. Plus, additional trade targets and the impacts they could have in Detroit. The fellas then pivot to Victor Eklund and his draft profile. The Swedish winger could be available when the Red Wings pick at No. 13 this year. Finally, the show wraps up with news and notes about Dmitri Buchelnikov, Jesse Kiiskinen, and Jay Varady. 
Episode 37: Hockeytown West joins The Flying Octopus to talk Walleye, Griffins and much more!30 mai 202501:15:42
  • Description: In this weeks episode the Hockeytown West Podcast joins The Flying Octopus and previews the Kelly Cup finals as the Toledo Walleye get set for Game 1 on Saturday. We also take a look back at the Grand Rapids Griffins' 2024-25 season and discuss what players took the next step in their development while predicting who makes a run at a roster spot in Detroit next season. All that and more on Episode 37 of The Flying Octopus Podcast. 
Episode 36: Mitch-a-Palooza, Bold Offseason Moves & Justin Carbonneau Prospect Profile22 mai 202500:41:21
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys dive into the summer of Mitch Marner. Do the Red Wings have enough cap space to host their own Mitch-a-Palooza? Should they even pursue Marner? The fellas discuss the pros and cons there. Next, the guys offer up two bold moves that the Red Wings should make this offseason. Offense firepower, defensive stalwarts - you name it. And finally, the episode wraps up with an overview of 2025 draft eligible forward Justin Carbonneau of the Blainville-Boisbriand Armada. Could the QMJHL product be a fit for the Red Wings?
Episode 35: Detroit’s Goaltending, Ken Holland is Back & Kashawn Aitcheson Prospect Profile16 mai 202501:02:08

In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas dive into Detroit’s goaltending as the final installment of a four-part team review series. Cam Talbot, Alex Lyon, and Petr Mrazek combined to form a better goaltending core than what we’ve seen in years passed, but still left a bit to be desired. Now, Talbot and Mrazek look to hold down Detroit’s crease in 2025-26. The guys then pivot to Kashawn Aitcheson for this week’s draft prospect profile. The Barrie Colts blueliner racked up 26 goals this season and plays a physical game. Might he be Detroit’s pick at 13? And finally, the show wraps up with some news, including a post-mortem on the Grand Rapids Griffins, World Championships updates, and Ken Holland being named the general manager of the Los Angeles Kings, plus what that might mean for the Red Wings. Link for the article mentioned in the last segment: https://thehockeywriters.com/red-wings-kings-future-trade-partners/

Episode 34: Detroit’s Divergent Special Teams, Kane + Kasper + Tarasenko Evaluations & Carter Bear Prospect Profile09 mai 202500:59:20
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas do a deep dive on Detroit’s special teams from the 2024-25 season as the third installment of a four-part team review series. The Red Wings had one of the hottest power plays in the league, but also THE coldest penalty kill. Next up are evaluations of Patrick Kane, Marco Kasper, and Vladimir Tarasenko. What does the future hold for these three? The guys then pivot to Carter Bear, one of the more intriguing prospects in the 2025 draft class. The Everett Silvertips forward finished the year with 50 goals and 82 points in 57 games, but also suffered a lacerated achilles. Will that allow him to fall to the Red Wings? And finally, the show wraps up with some news, including a farewell to Trevor Thompson and Mickey York, who were let go from FanDuel Sports, plus notes on Isaac Howard, the Utah Mammoth, and Nicklas Lidstrom.
Episode 33: Dissecting Detroit’s Defense, Seider + Edvinsson + Chiarot Evaluations & Jackson Smith Draft Prospect Profile02 mai 202500:48:56
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys do a deep dive on Detroit’s five-on-five defense from 2024-25 as the second part of a four-part team review series. The Red Wings ranked poorly relative to the league in defensive metrics, but improved year-over-year. Next up are evaluations of Moritz Seider, Simon Edvinsson, and Ben Chiarot as the defensive focus continues. What did these players do well? Where can they improve? Also, reactions to Steve Yzerman and Todd McLellan’s end-of-year press conference. Finally, the fellas highlight 2025 draft prospect Jackson Smith, a left defenseman from the Tri-City Americans of the WHL. As one of the top defensemen in the draft, Smith could be an excellent addition to Detroit’s prospect pipeline
Episode 32: Analyzing Detroit’s Offense, Larkin + Raymond + DeBrincat Evaluations & Jake O’Brien Draft Prospect Profile25 avr. 202500:55:29
  •  In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas review Detroit’s five-on-five offense from the 2024-25 as part of a four-part team review series. The Red Wings ranked poorly relative to the league in offensive production, and the guys analyze why that was the case, plus what changed from a year ago. Next up are evaluations of Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, and Alex DeBrincat. What did these players do well? (A lot.) Where can they improve? Also, reactions to Larkin’s end-of-year press conference comments about Detroit’s lack of trade deadline additions and the impact on the locker room. Finally, the guys bring it home with the first 2025 draft prospect profile of the season, which featured Jake O’Brien, a high-scoring center from the Brantford Bulldogs of the OHL.
Episode 31: Red Wings Close Out 2024-25, Key Takeaways & Looking Ahead to a Pivotal Offseason18 avr. 202500:34:56
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys discuss the final three Detroit Red Wings games of the 2024-25 season: a 6-4 win over the Dallas Stars, a 5-2 win over the New Jersey Devils, and a heartbreaking 4-3 overtime loss to the Toronto Maple Leafs on the final day of the season. The conversation then turns to key takeaways from the 2024-25 season, including the youth movement, Detroit’s decision to hire Todd McLellan, and a few scoring milestones along the way. Finally, the fellas look ahead to the offseason - the first The Flying Octopus Podcast will cover as a team. Coming up, you can expect wall-to-wall coverage that includes player and team evaluations, draft targets and strategy (with boots on the ground at the 2025 NHL Draft in Los Angeles), free agents, buyouts, trade candidates, and much more. Thank you for following along for the 2024-25 season - it’s been an honor to share Red Wings content with the greatest fans in the world. We’re already looking forward to what’s next.
Episode 30: Red Wings’ Playoff Hopes Fizzle Out, Prospect Updates & Ovechkin’s Impact On the NHL11 avr. 202500:42:25
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys discuss Detroit’s outings against Montreal and Florida that effectively ended their playoff hopes. The games also illuminated a season-long trend: Detroit’s inability to generate offense on a consistent basis. The fellas talk about the timing of the Red Wings’ offensive woes, offseason priorities, and the forwards heading into 2025-26. The discussion then turns to Detroit’s prospects and who might get a cameo in the remaining games. Sebastian Cossa? Nate Danielson? Amadeus Lombardi? Axel Sandin Pellikka or Michael Brandsegg-Nygard? Also updates on Dmitri Buchelnikov and Tampa Bay Lightning prospect Isaac Howard, who, like Trey Augustine, will be returning to Michigan State for another crack at the title. Finally, the guys covered Alex Ovechkin’s goal-scoring record, his impact on the metro-Washington D.C. area, and his rockstar status. Oh, and some gentle parenting for Red Wings Social Media and the meltdowns there.
Episode 29: Red Wings Enter April In the D, Realizing the Progress Made & Trey Augustine04 avr. 202500:28:12
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus podcast, the guys discuss the Red Wings’ remaining schedule and what to watch for down the stretch, including the young core playing pivotal roles, an improved penalty kill, and more. The discussion then turns to the positives to take away from the 2024-25 season and why the Red Wings are in great shape heading into the offseason. Finally, the fellas discuss Trey Augustine’s decision to return to Michigan State for his junior campaign, plus what that means for the Red Wings and Grand Rapid Griffins next year.
Episode 28: Red Wings On the Brink, Fixing the Goal-Scoring Woes & More28 mars 202500:28:57
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus podcast, the guys discuss the Red Wings’ three games this week – their 5-1 win over Utah, the 5-2 loss to Colorado, and Thursday’s 4-3 loss to Ottawa. It’s not all doom and gloom, though – there are plenty of positive and neutral takeaways from the latest loss and the season as a whole. Next, the fellas turn to the 2025 NHL Draft where the Red Wings are likely to pick in the 9-12 range. Could they land a Jackson Smith or Victor Eklund to bolster their prospect pool? How about Carter Bear, Jake O’Brien, or even Roger McQueen? And finally, the episode wraps up with a discussion about Jakob Chychrun’s 8-year, $9 million AAV contract with the Capitals, what it means for the Red Wings, and the new reality we’re living in when it comes to the NHL salary cap.
Episode 27: Red Wings On the Brink, Fixing the Goal-Scoring Woes & More21 mars 202500:34:56
  •  In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus podcast, the guys discuss the current state of the Red Wings heading into a critical road trip. Detroit faces off against Vegas on Saturday, Utah on Monday, and Colorado on Tuesday before returning home to take on the Senators on Thursday. The discussion then turns to Detroit’s faltering offensive output and what the Red Wings can do to put more pucks in the net. The fellas also touch on playoff odds, Axel Sandin Pellikka, and the Avengers.
Episode 26: Red Wings (Finally) Win, Marco Kasper’s Emergence, Jonatan Berggren’s Future & More14 mars 202500:51:18
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus podcast, the guys discuss Tony and Devin’s experience at the Navy Federal NHL Stadium Series. Next up, the fellas recap Detroit’s 7-3 win vs. Buffalo, including the dominance of the DeBrincat-Kasper-Kane line, Marco Kasper’s emergence as a true 2C, and Petr Mrazek’s second debut in Detroit. The discussion then turns to Jonatan Berggren, who has been scratched the last two games - what is his future? Is it in Detroit? And finally, the focus turns to Red Wings prospect Anton Johansson, who signed an entry-level contract Thursday. What does his future hold? What can Grand Rapids Griffins fans expect from him down the stretch and beyond?
Episode 25: Red Wings Trade Deadline Recap08 mars 202500:42:39
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus podcast, the guys revisit the 2025 NHL Trade Deadline. Included are thoughts on the Red Wings trade with Chicago for Petr Mrazek and Craig Smith for Joe Veleno. We'll also discuss the biggest trades of the day and discuss what moves we were hoping to see Detroit make. Carter Mazur's debut did not go as planned and Devin breaks down what's next for one of the Red Wings top prospects. Plus we'll revisit the Jake Walman trade and try to analyze how the former Red Wing fetched a first round pick in a trade from San Jose to Edmonton.  All that and more coming up on Episode 25 of The Flying Octopus Podcast
The Flying Octopus : Episode 24 - Wings Blue Jackets Recap, Trade Targets, Copp Injury and much more.28 févr. 202500:41:35

Episode 24: The crew breaks down the Red Wings Blue Jackets game from Thursday night. Then they discuss the impact of Andrew Copp's injury and look at possible lineup changes. Where does Detroit go from here? Potential trade targets with some big names could be available. Will Yzerman bite? Plus we'll look ahead to Devin and Tony's trip to the Stadium Series on Saturday. 

Episode 23: Red Wings Return to Playoff Chase as 4 Nations Face-Off Wraps Up21 févr. 202500:26:56
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys recap the 4 Nations Face-Off, its impact on the popularity of hockey, and the critical roles Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond played for their respective countries. Next, the discussion turns to the Red Wings returning to action on Saturday vs. the Minnesota Wild. The fellas discuss Detroit’s playoff push, the trade deadline, and what the team needs to do to make the playoffs a reality. Plus, updates on Vladimir Tarasenko, trade targets, and more.

 

Episode 22: Impact of Red Wings’ 4-Game Road Trip Sweep + Roster Analysis Heading Into the Trade Deadline07 févr. 202500:45:26
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the fellas analyze Detroit’s successful four-game road trip and the impact it had on the Eastern Conference playoff race. After touching on how Elmer Soderblom, Albert Johansson, and Marco Kasper have adapted to the NHL pace of play, the guys transition to a deep dive on how Detroit’s roster is constructed and their confidence level in the player groups.

 

Episode 21: Red Wings Trade Deadline Preview: Organization Overview, Mock Trades & More31 janv. 202500:44:52

The fellas took a different approach with this week’s episode – a full trade deadline preview from the perspective of Detroit’s front office. Tony and Devin play the roles of Steve Yzerman and Shawn Horcoff/Kris Draper, respectively, and examine the state of the Red Wings, Detroit’s playoff chances, team needs, pending free agents, and the salary cap. Then, the guys dissect trade proposals and their implications now and in the future.

 

Episode 20: Red Wings’ Statement Win vs. Montreal, Soderblom Shines & Detroit’s Quarter-Century Team Unveiled24 janv. 202500:45:08
  • First up in this week’s episode, the guys recap Detroit’s 4-2 win against the Montreal Canadiens after a rough road trip. Next up is a breakdown of Elmer Soderblom’s play with the Red Wings, what he needs to do to stay in the lineup, and what made him successful in Grand Rapids. After that, the conversation continues with a discussion on Detroit’s top prospects with the Griffins, including Nate Danielson, Carter Mazur, and William Wallinder. And finally, the fellas discuss Detroit’s quarter-century team after the NHL shared the Red Wings’ first and second teams on Thursday.

 

Episode 19: Red Wings Rebound vs. Florida, Red-Hot Power Play & Stadium Series Jerseys Unveiled17 janv. 202500:26:24

Description: First up in this week’s episode, the guys recap Detroit’s 5-2 win on the road against the Florida Panthers, including superb goaltending from Cam Talbot and a resilient effort from Justin Holl after a disastrous game Tuesday against the San Jose Sharks. Next up is a breakdown of the Red Wings’ power play, what has made it successful under Todd McLellan, and how it compares to Detroit’s power play under Derek Lalonde. And finally, the fellas discuss the 2025 NHL Stadium Series jerseys that were unveiled Thursday.

Episode 18: Red Wings’ Top Players Taking Charge, Dylan Cozens Rumor & Marco Kasper’s New Role10 janv. 202500:39:30

In this week’s episode, the guys take stock of Detroit’s play during their current five-game winning streak, including how the Red Wings have been led by their top players – Dylan Larkin, Lucas Raymond, Patrick Kane, Alex DeBrincat, and Moritz Seider. That’s followed by a discussion on what is driving this change. Next, the podcast turns to Dylan Cozens. The Red Wings have shown interest in the Buffalo Sabres forward, but is he the right fit for Detroit? Finally, the guys chat about Marco Kasper’s new role, what he brings to the top line, and what the future holds for the rookie.

Episode 17: Red Wings Win 3 Straight, Todd McLellan’s Impact & Joe Veleno’s Stock Rising03 janv. 202500:38:47
  • In this week’s episode, the guys recap Detroit’s 5-4 win in Columbus, from the Red Wings’ adaptability on the power play to the failed coaching challenge that led to a Jonatan Berggren game-winning goal out of the penalty box. Then, the conversation turns to Todd McLellan’s early impact on the team and how the Red Wings are playing fast and loose hockey. Finally, the guys detail Joe Veleno’s ascendance to the top line, how he fits alongside Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond, and what to expect moving forward.

 

Episode 16: Red Wings Fire Lalonde, Hire McLellan & World Juniors Update27 déc. 202400:56:37
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys dissect Detroit’s decision to fire head coach Derek Lalonde and associate coach Bob Boughner. Why was change needed and why was it needed now? They also discuss the Red Wings hiring Todd McLellan as the next head coach and Trent Yawney to oversee the defense. What can McLellan and Yawney bring to the table that can salvage Detroit’s season? Finally, it’s time for the World Junior Championship, and Red Wings prospect Axel Sandin Pellikka kicked things off on a high note in the opening game with a hat trick while captaining an impressive Swedish team. Plus, notes on fellow prospects Trey Augustine, Max Plante, and Jesse Kiiskinen as they compete in this year’s World Juniors.

 

Episode 15: The Flying Octopus - Everything Is Gonna Be Alright20 déc. 202400:59:38

On episode 15 of The Flying Octopus - George, Devin and Evan recap Wednesday's win against the Flyers. Could this be a turning point? The guys discuss Moritz Seider's big week and talk about his overall value to the team. Can he reach Pronger - like status? Prospects are coming and patience is needed. But how much longer? We'll also break down the Kappo Kakko trade to Seattle and discuss why the Red Wings may have stayed away. That and more on episode 15 of The Flying Octopus podcast.

Episode 14: Tension Mounting in Hockeytown13 déc. 202400:43:07

In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys discuss Detroit’s lackluster effort against the Philadelphia Flyers and what that means for the rest of the season. Change is clearly needed, but to what degree? Should the Red Wings adjust their game plan? Or make drastic moves like a trade or a change behind the bench? 

 

Episode 13: Change Needed In Hockeytown07 déc. 202400:42:40
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys recap Detroit’s losing streak, the organization’s interest in Jacob Trouba, and how these two seemingly divergent topics make sense. Then, a higher level conversation about the month of December and Detroit’s window for closing the gap in the Eastern Conference standings. And finally, how change is needed in Detroit, and what that means, whether that has to do with the coaching staff, lineup tweaks, or trades.

 

Episode 12: The Flying Octopus - Red Wings Rebound vs. Islanders, What’s Still Missing & Salary Cap Updates22 nov. 202400:49:41
  • In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys recap Detroit’s 2-1 win over the New York Islanders, including praise for Jonatan Berggren, Lucas Raymond, and even the Ben Chiarot/Jeff Petry pairing. Following that, the discussion turns to what’s next for the Red Wings – two moves to get Detroit closer to a playoff berth, two moves to improve draft lottery odds, and two more moderate moves to stabilize the current team. Finally, the guys discuss the future of the salary cap, which is expected to increase for the 2025-26 season. By how much is still up in the air.

 

Episode Title: Episode 11: Red Wings’ West Coast Road Trip, Roberto Luongo & Jersey Giveaway15 nov. 202400:41:21

Episode Description: In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys discuss the upcoming west coast road trip, Jonatan Berggren getting the monkey off his back, and Simon Edvinsson’s growing confidence. Then the focus turns to the NHL standings with the Winnipeg Jets flying out of the gate, the Nashville Predators stumbling, and the Red Wings finding themselves in the mushy middle + what they can do to assert themselves as a playoff contender. Finally, Detroit’s 2006 offer sheet to Roberto Luongo turns into a multiversal journey and Devin gets engaged! P.S. Did you catch the former Red Wings player that was mentioned? If so, you could win a Red Wings jersey – see Twitter for giveaway details.

Episode 10: The Flying Octopus - Two Wins, Edvinsson & Seider Dominating & Contest Announcement08 nov. 202400:43:17

Big milestone for The Flying Octopus Podcast – 10 episodes! Join us for a detailed analysis of Moritz Seider and Simon Edvinsson’s strong play, a solid win against the Blackhawks, the Red Wings’ overall identity, and much more. Oh, and a contest announcement…

Episode 09: The Flying Octopus: Panic In Hockeytown01 nov. 202400:50:50

The Red Wings are struggling to say the least. Evan, Devin and George break down the latest on Detroit's losing streak. What has happened to the Yzerplan? How can this team turn things around? Lineup changes. Should Seider and Edvinsson be split up? Devin delivers a positive Griffins update. That and more on this Halloween edition of The Flying Octopus Podcast. 

Episode 08: The Flying Octopus Podcast – Red Wings’ Bend-But-Don’t-Break Defense & Divergent Special Teams25 oct. 202400:40:10

Description: That’s three in a row for the Red Wings. In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys dive into Detroit’s defensive strategy, their ascending power play, their descending penalty kill, plus the deployment of their goalies, Albert Johansson, Marco Kasper, and Andrew Copp.

Episode 07: The Flying Octopus - Red Wings' Lackluster Effort & Evan is Panicking18 oct. 202400:47:25

Is it time to panic in Hockeytown? In this week’s episode of The Flying Octopus Podcast, the guys discuss Detroit’s recent struggles and downstream impacts, plus subpar goaltending, a power play that’s ready to break out, and what to make of Erik Gustafsson so far. Oh, and goalie goals.

Episode 06: The Flying Octopus - Opening Night Not Fun Times11 oct. 202400:42:25

The Flying Octopus with Tony Wolak, Devin Little, George Malik and Evan Sabourin break down the "not so fun" home opener. How long a leash does Ville Husso have? George tells us all not to panic. Tony gives his scoring predictions and Devin breaks down the power play. Evan is just there. 

Episode 05: The Flying Octopus - Roster Construction08 oct. 202400:32:34

Episode 5 of The Flying Octopus features George Malik on the show talking about the Red Wings final roster cuts as the home opener vs. the Penguins looms on Thursday October 10th.

Episode 04: The Flying Octopus - Training Camp Battles, Goal Songs and Baseball?27 sept. 202400:32:52

Flying Octopus Episode 4. 

Tony Wolak, Devin Little and Evan Sabourin discuss some of the up and coming prospects who are trying to "break through" to the main roster. Plus the Red Wings added a catchy goal song last season that had quite an impact. Is it here to stay? Plus Tigers fever. Catch it. 

The Flying Octopus Episode 3: Raymond Seider Contracts and George Malik20 sept. 202401:08:50

The Flying Octopus is back this week to break down the Lucas Raymond and Moritz Seider contracts. Plus George Malik joins us to talk Red Wings prospects and also discusses the first two days of training camp. 

Episode 02: The Flying Octopus - Prospect Games, Trey Augustine and Sales Funnels13 sept. 202400:42:28

Welcome to Episode 2 of The Flying Octopus Podcast

Today’s show has a lot to discuss and we’re gonna dive in to the upcoming Prospects Game between the Detroit Red Wing and the Dallas Stars. 

-  Rookie Tournament starts this weekend with games vs. the Stars on Saturday and Sunday - we’ll discuss who we’re keeping a close eye on. 

-Tony is back with the Business of Hockey

-Devin gets us ready for rookies ready to shine this fall, but will it be in GR 

Or Detroit?

News and Notes on:

Former Red Marc Staal hangs em up. 

Luke Hughes and the Devils are hurting

ASP is going to be A-OK.

Robert Luongo takes over in beer league playoffs.

 

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Episode 01: The Flying Octopus - "A New Era"06 sept. 202401:05:53

The Flying Octopus debuts September 6th, 2024. A "new era" in Detroit Red Wings Podcasting. Hosts Tony Wolak, Devin Little and Evan Sabourin bring you a unique perspective on all things Red Wings and also analyze news and notes from all across the NHL

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