Category: For Fans
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Red Wings recall Tyler Bertuzzi, place Thomas Vanek on long-term IR
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By @MichaelCaples – The Detroit Red Wings announced today that a top prospect will be joining the team. The Wings have recalled left wing Tyler Bertuzzi from Grand Rapids, while placing Thomas Vanek on long-term injured reserve. Bertuzzi, 21, has four points in nine AHL games this year; he had 30 in 71 games…
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Red Wings drop fifth straight in tight battle with Oilers at Joe Louis Arena
By @StefanKubus – DETROIT – In an era where parity is at an all-time high, the Red Wings have lost by the slimmest of margins lately, margins that head coach Jeff Blashill said they need to turn in their favor. Led by Ryan Nugent-Hopkins’ game-winning, power-play goal and a 21-save win from Jonas Gustavsson,…
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PHOTOS: NTDP U18 Team wins Five Nations with victory over Finland
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With a 3-2 victory over Finland, USA Hockey’s National Team Development Program Under-18 Team secured a tournament championship at the Under-18 Five Nations on their home ice. Check out MiHockey’s photos from the title-clinching game. (Photos by Andie Wojciak/MiHockey)
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PHOTOS: Michigan Tech posts Saturday night win against Michigan State
After a 3-2 overtime loss on Friday, Michigan Tech found some revenge against Michigan State, posting a 5-1 victory in East Lansing Saturday night. Check out our photos from the game. (Photos by Michael Caples/MiHockey)
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PHOTOS: Michigan State beats Michigan Tech in overtime Friday night
Six straight games between Michigan State and Michigan Tech have needed overtime to decide a winner, and in Friday night’s contest, the Spartans finally picked up a win in the extra period. Mason Appleton scored the game’s deciding goal in overtime for MSU. Check out MiHockey’s photos from the in-state showdown. (Photos by Andie Wojciak/MiHockey)…
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Jets’ Hellebuyck, Connor, Copp cherish final game at The Joe
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By @StefanKubus – By nature of the NHL schedule, each team plays the other 29 teams at least twice, once at home and once on the road. But for things to work out the way they did for Andrew Copp, Connor Hellebuyck and Kyle Connor, it made for a special night at Joe Louis…
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Late defensive lapses cost Wings in 5-3 loss to Winnipeg
By @StefanKubus – DETROIT – For Red Wings head coach Jeff Blashill, there were too many defensive mistakes that ultimately made life too easy for the Winnipeg Jets Friday night. Fueled by Brandon Tanev’s late pair of goals and Commerce native Connor Hellebuyck’s 30-save performance, the Jets topped the Wings in their final game…
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VIDEO: Mark Howe talks about his late father, state of his family before Gordie Howe Night
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On the night his famous father will be honored at Joe Louis Arena, Mark Howe spoke with members of the media. The Hockey Hall of Fame member talked about how his family has handled the loss of the great Gordie Howe, what it means for them to see Hockeytown salute No. 9 one last time…
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MAG: ‘You Should Know’ Cameron Orchard
In the latest issue of MiHockeyMag, we introduce you to Des Moines Buccaneers forward Cameron Orchard. Orchard, a Dorr., Mich. native, was the one who scored the game-winning goal of a six-overtime MAHA Midget Minor state final game in 2015. Orchard will head home soon, though, as he is currently committed to Western Michigan. Click…
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Recruiting: Cooper Zech commits to Ferris State
By @MichaelCaples – The Bulldogs have locked up another in-state defenseman. Today, the NAHL announced that Odessa Jackalopes defenseman Cooper Zech, a South Lyon native, has committed to Ferris State. The 17-year-old blueliner, a product of the Victory Honda AAA organization, was originally committed to Alaska Fairbanks, but now, he plans on being a member…