Category: Griffins
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Red Wings call up Anthony Mantha from Grand Rapids
By @MichaelCaples – Has his time finally come? The Red Wings announced today that they have recalled highly-touted prospect Anthony Mantha from their AHL affiliate in Grand Rapids. Mantha, 21, was the Red Wings’ first-round pick in the 2013 NHL Entry Draft. He is in the midst of his second season with the…
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Larkin, Hellebuyck named to Team North America roster for World Cup of Hockey
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By @MichaelCaples – For the upcoming World Cup of Hockey, there will be a team comprised of the top players under the age of 23. Dylan Larkin and Connor Hellebuyck will be on that team. The initial roster for ‘Team North America’ – an all-star team formed of the top youngsters from the U.S. and…
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Griffins’ Russo named AHL Player of the Week
By @MichaelCaples – While Red Wings officials try to decide if they want to make any moves before today’s trade deadline, one of their prospects has been named player of the week in the AHL. The American Hockey League announced today that Robbie Russo has been named their CCM/AHL Player of the Week for…
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Red Wings trade Jakub Kindl to Florida
By @MichaelCaples – After twice being sent to the AHL, Jakub Kindl’s time with the Detroit Red Wings has officially concluded. The Wings have traded Kindl to the Florida Panthers, according to a report from TSN’s Bob McKenzie and later confirmed by the Red Wings. Detroit receives a sixth-round pick in the 2016 NHL…
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PHOTOS: Griffins post Saturday night victory over Checkers
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The Griffins beat the Charlotte Checkers 5-2 Saturday night at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids. Check out MiHockey’s photos from the game below. (Photos by Michael Miller/MiHockey)
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Red Wings prospect Vili Saarijarvi talks about the Firebirds and what’s next
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By @MichaelCaples – FLINT – Vili Saarijarvi knew he would face some adversity when he made the decision to join the Flint Firebirds this season. A new team, a new town, a new league – Saarijarvi would face all of the things that a junior hockey player experiences when he joins a new program.…
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PHOTOS: Griffins vs. Monsters
On Friday night, the Grand Rapids Griffins picked up a 1-0 overtime victory over the Lake Erie Monsters. Nick Jensen successfully lobbied for his shot on goal to be reviewed, and after checking the footage, the referees determined that he scored the lone goal of the contest during the three-on-three overtime. The win extended the…
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Griffins sign Wolverine Lake native A.J. Jenks to professional tryout
By @MichaelCaples – The Griffins have made a short-term addition to their roster, and he’s a familiar name. The AHL club has signed A.J. Jenks to a professional tryout, it was announced today. Jenks, a Wolverine Lake native, has played in 33 games with the ECHL’s Toledo Walleye this year, recording 25 points and 32…
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UPDATE: Red Wings’ Jakub Kindl clears waivers
UPDATE (1:30 p.m. Sunday) – Jakub Kindl has cleared waivers, and he will now be expected to report to the Grand Rapids Griffins if there are no other line-up changes for the Wings. Per multiple reports, however, Detroit still needs to make another roster move to find cap space for Kyle Quincey’s return. Unless…
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Griffins’ Alden Hirschfeld collapses on bench, in stable condition at local hospital
UPDATE (1:30 p.m.): Alden Hirschfeld has released a statement through the Griffins: “I’m feeling good. Obviously it was unfortunate what happened, but those are things that life brings and you’ve got to learn to deal with them. I’m super thankful for all the kind words and thoughts and prayers from the fans, and especially the…