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Detroit Red Wings are choosy about which prospects to call up. Here's why

One of the intriguing aspects of the Detroit Red Wings as they wind up their season is the potential to get a look at their top prospects.

A prime example is forward Jonatan Berggren, who leads the Grand Rapids Griffins with 44 points in 56 games. Berggren was drafted at No. 33 in 2018, heralded as an elite playmaker and skater and, after developing in the Swedish Hockey League, has performed well in transitioning to the AHL

"I think Berggren has grown through the course of the year," Wings coach Jeff Blashill said Wednesday.