Red Wings Playoff Odds and Olympic Insanity - Feb. 11th, 2026
This Detroit Red Wings podcast breaks down the playoff math with 24 games remaining in the season. Hockeytown analysis covers team MVP candidates and a wild start to Olympic hockey updates during the NHL break.
(00:00) - Intro & Olympic Talk Sweden advances past Italy in a nail-biter as Olympic hockey delivers early drama.
(03:40) - Red Wings Playoff Chances Detroit sits at 72 points through 58 games - is that enough for Todd McLellan's squad amidst the Atlantic Division chaos? Or is even a minor Steve Yzerman trade necessary?
(18:15) - Team MVP Discussion Moritz Seider's runaway season as the best player in the Winged Wheel, as well as appreciation for John Gibson, Alex DeBrincat's work alongside Patrick Kane, and Lucas Raymond.
(26:35) - Broadcasting Changes Updates on the Detroit Red Wings (and Tigers) broadcast, Ken Daniels and Mickey Redmond not going anywhere, and what it means for fans,
(29:55) - Olympics Recap Italy's stunning run nearly spoils Swedens start, and Slafkovsky helps Slovakia stun Finland. Also, Team USA dominate Canada in the women's tournament.
(51:20) - NHL Notes How the Florida Panthers may end up with a top 10 pick (Gavin McKenna?) in this year's NHL Draft.
(55:25) - Overtime Q&A Your questions on playoff positioning, Olympic rosters, and Red Wings analysis.
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