Detroit's Wild Card Race and Play-in Debates - Apr. 3rd, 2024

Grand Rapids Griffins x WWP Hat + Game Tickets: https://offer.fevo.com/grand-rapids-griffins-vs-rockford-icehogs-4esvm5k-9f02014?fevoUri=grand-rapids-griffins-vs-rockford-icehogs-4esvm5k-9f02014%2F "Just Win" is the motto for the Detroit Red Wings, and they did just that against the Tampa Bay Lightning! Tune in as we discuss Derek Lalonde's squad's huge victory in Florida, including Lyon's key W, Jeff Petry saving the game, Larkin, Kane, and DeBrincat factoring in, J.T. Compher's strong play, Fabbri, Edvinsson, & others contributing, Lucas Raymond's coolness under pressure against Hedman, David Perron's importance to this team (and why Steve Yzerman wants him back), Walman back to join Seider & Co., & lots more (4:50). Next, we give an update on the NHL Eastern Conference Wild Card playoff race, as the Red Wings are battling it out with the Philadelphia Flyers, Washington Capitals, New York Islanders, and Pittsburgh Penguins - what are the odds for Hockeytown (29:30)? After that, debates on the NHL's playoff format, whether they should add an NBA-style play-in tournament, the playoff seeding structure, the 3-2-1 points system, & more (34:20) before we also discuss the strategy of pulling your goalie in overtime (45:35). We also give updates on Nate Danielson, Brady Cleveland, Klim Kostin, Trey Augustine, and Michigan vs. Michigan State (Nazar!) + the Frozen Four (49:20), NHL news (Crosby, Snuggerud, etc.) (54:30) & lots more before we take your questions and comments during our Overtime segment (57:40) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more! Subscribe to EBW's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ExpectedbyWhom Head to bit.ly/labatt_wingedwheelpodcast to find Labatt in stores near you today! Must be 21+. Always Enjoy Responsibly. #ad