Derek Lalonde: The Interview (plus Prospect Tournament and Babcock Saga) - Sept. 19th, 2023

In a first for the Winged Wheel Podcast, we are joined by Detroit Red Wings Head Coach, Derek Lalonde! Tune in as Newsy stops by for an interview, discussing his first season in Detroit, his outlook on Hockeytown's playoff chances next year, a more full roster with the additions of DeBrincat next to Larkin, Seider, and Raymond, what training camp might look like for Edvinsson, Kasper, Mazur, Lombardi, & others, & lots more (5:20)! After that, we review the Traverse City Prospects Tournament, discussing performances from Elmer Soderblom, Sebastian Cossa, Marco Kasper, Nate Danielson, Cross Hanas, & others (23:20). Looking ahead to Red Wings Training Camp, we analyze which of Steve Yzerman's squad are most interesting to watch: Joe Veleno, Andrew Copp, Lucas Raymond, JT Compher, & others (36:40)! Next, an update on the PWHL (44:10) before breaking down the mess in Columbus with Mike Babcock, Jarmo Kekaleinen, John Davidson, & Spittin' Chiclets (47:35). All of that & more before we give you some show updates, take your questions and comments during Overtime (1:02:30) - enjoy! Head over to wingedwheelpodcast.com to find all the ways to listen, how to support the show, and so much more. WWP Night at the LCA (in partnership with the Detroit Red Wings is BACK! Get your tickets (Nov. 4th, 2023 vs. Boston) quick - first 400 ticket buyers get a co-branded Red Wings x WWP beanie!: https://fevogm.com/event/Wingedwheelpodcast/offer