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Nick Lidstrom leaves behind a legacy in Michigan
By Michael Caples – In October, the Detroit Red Wings will embark on their first season without Nick Lidstrom in two decades. The former captain is on his way back to his native Sweden. Yet his presence in Michigan – what he has meant to the growth and exposure of hockey in our state –…
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Wings’ Holland facing a perfect storm this spring
Detroit Red Wings’ general manager Ken Holland has faced a perfect storm this spring. He’s seen another early playoff exit, the retirement of defenseman Nick Lidstrom and the departure of free-agent defenseman Brad Stuart. The Wings are at a crossroads and how well Holland plays his cards over the next couple of months is going…
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Shaved Ice – June 14
MiHockey staffers Ryan Zuke and Ben Fleck with you on this Thursday morning. Quick hits Zach Parise, sure to be one of the most sought-after free agents come July 1, has indicated he is interested in re-signing with the New Jersey Devils. There have also been rumors that Parise could be one of the Red…
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Red Wings announce pre-season schedule, will take on Pens, Blackhawks, Caps and Leafs
The Red Wings announced their 2012-13 pre-season schedule today. In their final tune-ups for the regular season, they will take on the Pittsburgh Penguins, Chicago Blackhawks, Washington Capitals, and Toronto Maple Leafs. Here’s a look at the schedule, with the Wings’ home games in bold: Wednesday, Sept. 26 – Detroit at Pittsburgh, 7 p.m. Friday,…
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Shaved Ice – June 13
MiHockey’s Stefan Kubus here with you on the first morning where we don’t have any NHL games to discuss. Quick hits The season just ended, but here’s an idea of how the Grand Rapids Griffins could look next year, led by a strong, veteran core. The Montreal Canadiens have hired former Detroit Red Wing Martin…
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Shaved Ice – June 12
Now that the playoffs are over, it’s finally time to shave… Ben Fleck and Ryan Zuke joining you on this Tuesday morning for the first Shaved Ice in a few months. Quick hits In case you haven’t heard, the Los Angeles Kings beat the New Jersey Devils 6-1, claiming their first Stanley Cup in franchise…
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Michi-gamer: The pride of the Mitten (2011-12 archive)
Welcome to Michi-gamer, a brand-new feature on MiHockeyNow.com. We take great pride in our homegrown talent. Whether they grew up in the Mitten or we welcomed them here for college or juniors, they are our own. They represent the best place in the world for hockey. Every night, we’ll keep an eye on those players,…
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Greene, Martinez become latest Michigan natives to capture Stanley Cup
By Ryan Zuke – Time to add two more Michigan natives to the list of Stanley Cup champions. Michigan products Matt Greene (Grand Ledge) and Alec Martinez (Rochester Hills) hoisted the cup for the first time in their careers Monday night, when the Los Angeles Kings posted a 6-1 win over the New Jersey Devils.…
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Veterans will be key for 2012-13 Griffins
By Kyle Kujawa – In the American Hockey League, having a strong group of veterans is essential for success on the ice. Not including goaltenders, the AHL permits teams to play five players who have more than 260 games of professional experience, which includes the NHL, AHL, IHL and European elite leagues. As it stands…
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Michigan Warriors building for the future
By Stefan Kubus – The Michigan Warriors of the North American Hockey League wrapped up their selections at the NAHL Entry Draft a few weeks ago, selecting five forwards and three defenders. Jake Hopfner, an Eastpointe native, went sixth overall in the draft to the Warriors. Hopfner most recently suited up in the Greater Ontario…