The Detroit Red Wings had a few hopefuls show up and put up magnificent performances against the Chicago Blackhawks in Game 1 of the preseason.
Wow, that couldn't have gone much better for the Detroit Red Wings. We knew there'd be some urgency here, considering the positions that are up for grabs, but wow. Did a few Wings pick up where they left off from the Rookie Showcase, or what?
Emmitt Finnie's showing us he more than wants to wear the Winged Wheel when the puck drops to kick off the regular season next month.