Bertuzzi Improving, Abdelkader Close And Daley Back On The Ice

from Dana Wakiji of DetroitRedWings.com,

It doesn't seem like it was that long ago that Tyler Bertuzzi was just looking to crack the Red Wings lineup.

Now he's a mainstay on the top line and on the power-play unit that gets the most time.

Bertuzzi, 24, is making the most of his increased role, leading the team with 24 points (10-14-24) in 30 games.

Last season, Bertuzzi had nine goals and seven assists in his first 30 games.

"It's another year of experience, I would say," Bertuzzi said after Friday's practice at the BELFOR Training Center. "We finished the year last year really strong and I think that connection came over to this year. Obviously some games could be a lot better, and some games…