Playoff Lessons and Yzerman's Wishlist - Mar. 3rd, 2024

The Detroit Red Wings stumbled for the first time in a long time, and learned some tough lessons along the way. Tune in as we open by discussing Detroit's strange loss to the Islanders, including Olli Maatta's offensive performance, Alex Lyon's tough night, Patrick Kane connecting with Dylan Larkin and Jeff Petry to extend his point streak, the refereeing impact, & more (4:20). Next, Hockeytown's rough loss to the league-best Florida Panthers on WWP Day at the LCA, including the physical game between Chiarot, Tkachuk, Larkin, Bennett, & others, Kane and DeBrincat's opportunities, fights & scrums galore, Walman, Fabbri, & others getting weird penalties, the Panthers' relentless playoff-style of hockey, that was too much for Seider, Raymond, or anyone else to break througn, Bobrovsky's flawless performance, & what Derek Lalonde's squad can learn from this (11:25). Next, a look at the playoff standings, the upcoming schedule, how Detroit can fare against the Lightning, Islanders, Capitals, Devils, and Leafs, and whether to be concerned about the postseason push (32:27). Also, an update on Detroit's goalie pipeline as Trey Augustine has joined Sebastian Cossa's success between the pipes (39:30). After that, we take a look at Trade Deadline news, including thoughts on the Tanev and Lyubushkin deals, what Yzerman might be shopping for at the deadline, Markstrom, Guentzel, & more (41:25). Finally, we discuss NHL news including the Elias Petterson contract, Kuznetsov being waived, and Winnipeg's attendance issue (53:55), as well as a recap of Winged Wheel Podcast Day at the LCA in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings (1:01:45) before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (1:06:55) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad