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Why leaving Petr Mrazek unprotected makes sense for Detroit Red Wings

Jamie Samuelsen, co-host of the "Jamie and Stoney Show" weekdays from 6-10 a.m. on WXYT-FM (97.1), blogs for freep.com. He also appears regularly on Fox 2u200b. His opinions do not necessarily reflect those of the Detroit Free Press nor its writers. You can reach him at jamsam22@gmail.com, follow him on Twitter @jamiesamuelsen.

Do you have a problem with the Detroit Red Wings’ expansion draft protection list, especially with leaving Petr Mrazek unprotected?

For many Red Wings fans, the ship has sailed when it comes to giving general manager Ken Holland the benefit of the doubt.