Detroit — The holiday season is always a good time to sit back, enjoy the spirit of the season, reminisce about the past year and project the next 365 days.
And talk about hockey.
And, in the spirit of the season, talk hockey prospects.
What with the world junior tournament beginning, NHL teams’ draft picks competing in the tournament and around the world, and college and junior players in the midst of their seasons, what better time to see where the Red Wings’ future stands.
When you look back to last summer, and see how the young players are evolving, it’s a sure sign of how a player’s growth can take off or stall in a matter of months.