Detroit — When general manager Steve Yzerman called Lucas Raymond to meet on Monday, Raymond wasn't sure what expect.
Was Raymond getting sent to Grand Rapids? Was Raymond staying the NHL?
But the fact it was good news — Raymond was staying with the Red Wings — was a dream come true for the 19-year-old.
"I was unsure. I didn't know what to expect," Raymond said Tuesday. "If it goes well, it goes well. If it doesn't, we'll take it from there. But I'm glad it was good.
"Steve told me I played good during the preseason, but it's a lot of work still to do and (just because he made) the opening-night roster doesn't mean I'll play the entire season (in the NHL).